General Operative with C License

Established in 2007 and headquartered in Claremorris with Regional Offices in, Galway, Limerick, Donegal, Tullamore, and Cork, Electric Skyline is a leading-edge electrical contracting & consultancy company at the forefront of the Lighting and Utility Services sector in Ireland.

Electric Skyline provides lighting solutions throughout all 32 counties and maintain in excess of 200,000 public lights across 14 Irish local authorities. Electric Skyline is the largest dedicated Sports Lighting Contractor in Ireland. Our team are highly experienced in Public Lighting, Sports Lighting, Solar PV and EV chargers.

Our Vision is to be the recognised leader in empowering communities to thrive whilst preserving our environment.

Safety is a priority in all our projects. We pride ourselves on an excellent Safety Record and we continuously work towards company improvements and initiatives to maintain our excellent Health, Safety & Environment record. Health, Safety and Environment are at the forefront when planning and carrying out all work activities.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Project Manager for Limerick Clare region, the General Operative shall provide labour support for the installation, maintenance, repair, and upgrade of public lighting infrastructure within utility, municipal, and roadway environments. All works shall be carried out in accordance with project specifications, health and safety requirements, traffic management plans, and utility industry standards.

Responsibilities:

Public Lighting Installation

Assist electricians and public lighting crews with the installation of lighting columns, brackets, lanterns, feeder pillars, and associated infrastructure.

Support excavation and reinstatement activities for lighting cable routes.

Assist with the installation of ducts, chambers, draw pits, and cable protection systems.

Transport and distribute materials, equipment, and plant to designated work areas.

• Assist in achieving quality work and programme deadlines.

Maintenance and Repairs

Assist with routine and emergency maintenance of public lighting assets.

Support fault-finding activities and replacement of damaged lighting equipment.

Assist in the removal and replacement of lighting columns, lanterns, signage poles, and ancillary street furniture.

Carry out cleaning and upkeep of lighting infrastructure as directed.

Civils and Groundworks

Hand dig around existing utilities and services where required.

Assist with trench excavation, backfilling, compaction, and reinstatement of footpaths, verges, and road surfaces.

Install warning tapes, marker systems, and ducting related to lighting networks.

Maintain excavation safety measures including barriers and signage.

Traffic and Pedestrian Management

Erect and maintain traffic management equipment in accordance with approved traffic management plans.

Install barriers, cones, warning signs, and pedestrian diversions.

Monitor work zones to ensure public and workforce safety.

Ensure minimal disruption to road users, pedestrians, and the public during works.

Materials and Equipment Handling

Load, unload, and safely store materials and equipment.

Operate hand tools and small plant within training and competency limits.

Conduct pre-use checks on tools and equipment and report defects.

Safety and Compliance

Comply with all Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality (HSEQ) requirements.

Always wear and maintain appropriate PPE.

Attend daily briefings, toolbox talks, and safety meetings.

Report hazards, near misses, incidents, and unsafe conditions immediately.

Follow permit-to-work and utility safety procedures.

• Support safe and efficient delivery of public lighting projects.

• Maintain compliance with utility and local authority standards.

Site Housekeeping

Maintain a clean, tidy, and safe work area.

Segregate and dispose of waste materials in accordance with environmental requirements.

Ensure all materials and equipment are secured at the end of each shift.

General Duties

Support emergency call-out and fault response activities when required.

Assist supervisors and skilled operatives in achieving programme targets.

Carry out any other reasonable duties associated with public lighting operations and utility works.

The above statements are intended to describe the essential responsibility of the person assigned to this role. This is not intended as an exhaustive list, duties and responsibilities may change, or new ones may be assigned in line with business needs.

Person Specification

Experience:

Previous experience as a general operative, construction operative, utilities worker, or in a similar outdoor role is desirable.

• Experience in public lighting, electrical contracting, civil works, groundworks, or utility infrastructure would be an advantage.

• Experience working safely on public roads and around live traffic is desirable.

• Experience using hand tools and small plant, within appropriate training and competency limits, is advantageous.

• Experience driving commercial vehicles and planning efficient work routes would be beneficial.

Certifications:

• Valid Safe Pass and Manual Handling certification.

• HIAB Certificate

• Full, clean driving licence appropriate to the duties of the role; a C1 or C licence.

• Signing, Lighting and Guarding (SLG) certification

• A valid Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) ticket

• Other relevant plant, traffic management, first-aid, or utility-sector certifications would be an advantage.

• Candidates must be willing to complete any additional role-specific training required.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Strong commitment to health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.

• Ability to follow instructions, risk assessments, method statements, traffic management plans, and permit-to-work procedures.

• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a site-based team.

• Practical approach to problem-solving, with good attention to detail and work quality.

• Ability to plan routes, organise daily tasks, and work efficiently across multiple locations.

• Sound knowledge of the Rules of the Road and safe working practices near traffic and pedestrians.

• Ability to use tools and equipment safely and to identify and report defects or hazards.

• Reliable, punctual, adaptable, and willing to support colleagues to meet programme deadlines.

Personal Attributes:

• Safety-conscious and responsible, with a positive attitude to learning and continuous improvement.

• Respectful and professional when dealing with colleagues, clients, road users, and members of the public.

• Able to work independently when directed while remaining accountable to the supervisor or Project Manager.

• Committed to maintaining high standards of housekeeping, environmental care, and customer service.

Why Work for us:

You get to do your be your best everyday.

Our values are part of everything we do.

We value and recognise all employees and everyone gets an opportunity to grow and develop.

We want to learn from you, bring your ideas to us and lets discuss them further.

We are flexible with our employees.

We support your future career development.

We look after our Teams and ensure they are supported with our EAP.

We also bring some fun, our Sports and Social Team are always planning in the background.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person