Looking for new civil service jobs in Ireland? The latest update from gov.ie highlights fresh recruitment by the Office of Public Works (OPW), with specialist openings that will appeal to engineers, quantity surveyors and technical professionals seeking public sector careers with long-term impact.
The recruitment notice, published through gov.ie under the OPW, outlines several current and upcoming opportunities across the State body’s engineering and property functions. These roles form part of the wider Irish public service recruitment pipeline that also connects with agencies and departments such as the Revenue Commissioners, the Health Service Executive (HSE), An Garda Síochána, the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC), the National Transport Authority (NTA), and the Department of the Taoiseach.
gov.ie OPW recruitment: key 2026 vacancies now open
The current gov.ie publication centres on a number of technical and professional vacancies within the OPW, the State body responsible for public estate management, heritage sites, flood risk management and major works delivery.
Engineer Grade II (Fire & Security)
The OPW is recruiting an Engineer Grade II for its Fire & Security Section within the Estate Management Division. The role involves acting as part of the OPW’s in-house consultancy service, supporting fire safety planning for buildings used by government bodies. Duties include advising on Fire Safety Certificates, preparing fire safety strategies, carrying out site inspections during construction, and assessing existing buildings in the OPW portfolio.
The closing date listed is 3pm on Thursday, 6 August 2026, with applications directed through publicjobs.ie.
Quantity Surveyor (Grade II)
The gov.ie notice also confirms an opening for a Quantity Surveyor (Grade II). This is a strong opportunity for construction cost professionals interested in public works, procurement and infrastructure delivery. Candidate documents and application materials are referenced in the original publication, and the deadline is 3pm on Friday, 14 August 2026.
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Senior Draughtsperson (Civil & Structural)
A further vacancy has been announced for a Senior Engineering Draughtsperson in the OPW’s Civil and Structural Engineering Section. Based across Trim, Co. Meath, and Dublin City, the post supports engineering design services for the OPW and other government departments. The role includes technical support for project engineers and, where needed, supervision of draughtsperson staff. The closing date is 3pm on Thursday, 3 September 2026.
What these civil service jobs say about Ireland’s public sector demand
This gov.ie update is more than a list of vacancies. It reflects ongoing demand across Ireland’s public administration system for technical experts who can support infrastructure, compliance, property management and national development. Similar hiring patterns are often seen across departments linked to Finance, Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Health, Social Protection, Justice, Education, Climate Action, Transport, Agriculture, Further and Higher Education, Public Expenditure, and Enterprise, Trade and Employment.
Professionals exploring civil service jobs often monitor not only gov.ie and publicjobs.ie, but also the wider work of organisations such as the Central Bank, CSO, HIQA, HPRA, the Residential Tenancies Board (RTB), the Housing Agency, the Data Protection Commission (DPC), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Tailte Éireann and the Road Safety Authority (RSA).
How to apply through gov.ie and Public Jobs
The OPW makes clear that applications for these civil service jobs should be made through the central Public Appointments Service system.
- Check the full competition details on gov.ie
- Apply online via publicjobs.ie
- Register for alerts for future civil service jobs
- Review candidate information booklets carefully before submitting
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Why OPW careers stand out
According to the gov.ie publication, engineering careers in the OPW can involve new builds, flood relief schemes, refurbishment projects and major public infrastructure work. That breadth makes the organisation especially attractive to candidates who want practical project experience while contributing to the public good.
For jobseekers interested in meaningful civil service jobs, this latest gov.ie update is worth close attention. With deadlines set for August and September 2026, qualified candidates should act quickly, review the official competition documents and apply through the proper channels.
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