OPW jobs are offering practical career opportunities for craftspeople, horticultural specialists, estate managers and operational staff across several Irish locations. The Office of Public Works (OPW) has published recruitment information for permanent roles connected with national monuments, historic properties and public gardens.
The recruitment notice, published on gov.ie, includes vacancies in counties Meath, Tipperary, Cork, Kildare and Dublin. Candidates should review the relevant candidate information notice and application form before applying, as closing times and eligibility requirements vary by position.
OPW jobs available in heritage and public estate services
The advertised positions support the conservation, maintenance and day-to-day management of important public sites. Current opportunities include:
- Craft Stonemason and Stonecutter roles in the Trim National Monuments District, based at Newtown, Trim, County Meath.
- Craft Stonemason and Stonecutter roles in the Mallow National Monuments District, with locations at Cashel and Charles Fort, Kinsale.
- Craft Arborist at the Phoenix Park and associated sites in Dublin.
- Craft Foreperson Grade 2 in horticulture at Castletown House and Donaghcumper House, Celbridge.
- Service Manager, or Estate Manager, for Castletown House and Donaghcumper House.
- Craft Gardener positions at St. Stephen’s Green.
Application deadlines
The listed closing dates fall in October 2026. Applications for the stonemason, stonecutter and arborist competitions close at 5:30pm on Thursday 1 October. The foreperson and service manager competitions close at 5:30pm on Friday 2 October, while the St. Stephen’s Green gardener competition closes at 5:30pm on Thursday 15 October.
Applicants should confirm the deadline shown in the official OPW competition notice before submitting documents. The OPW recruitment page provides the candidate information notices and application forms for each competition.
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Wider range of OPW careers
Beyond the roles currently highlighted, OPW jobs cover a broad mix of skilled, technical, administrative and operational work. The organisation says opportunities can suit people seeking entry-level training as well as highly experienced craftspeople and technicians.
Examples include craft carpenter and joiner, construction plant fitter, electrician, metal fabricator, plumber, upholsterer and gardener. Other listed roles include chefs, catering assistants, general operatives, park constables, safety officers, storekeepers and service managers.
These positions contribute to the upkeep of historic properties, national monuments, parks and other State-managed facilities. Depending on the role, duties may involve conservation work, grounds maintenance, visitor-facing services, equipment operation, safety oversight or estate administration.
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How to apply for OPW jobs
- Open the official OPW recruitment publication on gov.ie.
- Select the competition matching your skills and preferred location.
- Read the candidate information notice carefully.
- Complete the specified application form and submit it before the stated deadline.
The OPW is part of Ireland’s public service landscape alongside bodies such as the Revenue Commissioners, Health Service Executive (HSE), An Garda Síochána and the National Transport Authority (NTA). Applicants interested in government careers can also monitor recruitment information from departments including Finance, Housing, Health, Justice, Education and Transport.
Key takeaway
OPW jobs provide a route into conservation, horticulture, heritage management and public estate operations. Anyone interested should rely on the official gov.ie notices, check the precise closing date and submit a complete application before the relevant deadline.
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