General Operative

SECTION 1: THE ROLE Cork County Council invites applications from suitably qualified persons, who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which permanent and seasonal vacancies for General Operative may be filled. Positions may arise in any area of the Council’s function areas which include Roads, Housing and Environment. The duties will be of a general, manual or related nature and as may be determined by the local authority. The person/s appointed will work under the direction and control of the Senior Executive Engineer, District Supervisor or General Services Supervisor or other officer designated by the Director of Services or the Chief Executive.

SECTION 2: DUTIES The duties may include but are not limited to the following and the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time.

Roads: • Carrying out road maintenance work, for example, road repairs and general road maintenance/etc.; • Assisting road construction works, for example, pipe laying/minor block and mortar work/road strengthening/road construction, surface dressing, etc.; • Assisting in setting out of roadworks; • Carry out works in parks, recreational areas and other areas including maintenance, improvements and construction works;

Other Duties: • Setting up and maintaining traffic management including traffic control; • Grass cutting, strimming and general landscaping works; • Street cleansing, litter management, signage maintenance • Drainage, road sewers, clean gullies; • Operating tools, small plant & equipment/machinery; • Ensuring that the Council’s safety management systems are complied with; • Be responsible for the maintenance of good work practices and working relationships; • Maintain and communicate information for the effective delivery of service; • Ensure compliance with organisational policies, procedures and legislation; • Support and participate in the establishment and maintenance of improved standards and quality initiatives; • Participate and co-operate with all training initiatives as required; • Manage and maintain resources effectively and efficiently; • Contribute to the development of effective teams; • Demonstrate flexibility and mobility consistent with the needs of the service; • Being available as part of the call out systems of the Council; • Adhere to Health & Safety policies and procedures. • The carrying out of the above duties (or similar) for other functional areas of the Council as and when these are assigned; • Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

SECTION 3: ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA / QUALIFICATIONS 1. Character Each candidate must be of good character. 2. Health Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Education, Training, Experience etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms - (a) Have a standard of education such as will enable the applicant to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position. (b) Hold a full current Driving Licence in respect of Category “B” Vehicles or equivalent in the E.U. Model Driving Licence, free from endorsement. (c) Hold a Safe Pass Card (It is a condition precedent of any offer of employment to hold a valid safe pass prior to appointment). 4. Age Age restrictions shall only apply to a candidate where he/she is not classified as a new entrant within the meaning of the Public Services Superannuation Act, 2004. A candidate who is not classified as a new entrant must be under 70 years of age. 5. Transport When required to do so, holders of the office shall hold a full driving licence for Class B Vehicles and shall drive a motor car in the course of their duties and for this purpose provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the local authority.

SECTION 4: TENURE The position could be permanent or seasonal and are fulltime. The post is pensionable. Panels may be formed to fill permanent and seasonal vacancies for General Operative which may arise during the lifetime of the panels.

SECTION 5: SALARY The Salary scale for the post is: €677.48- €757.71 basic per week (1st March 2025 rates) Point 1 €677.48 after 0.5 years €691.59 after 1.5 years €734.34 after 2.5 years €737.84 after 3.5 years €741.20 after 4.5 years €743.09 after 5.5 years €745.03 after 6.5 years €746.93 after 7.5 years €748.81 after 8.5 years €750.81 after 9.5 years €752.79 after 10.5 years €754.87 after 11.5 years €756.93 after 12.5 years €756.93 after 13.5 years €757.71 Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government. In accordance with Departmental Circular Letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1st January 2011, will enter the scale at the minimum point. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. Where there is an increment entitlement, increments are paid subject to satisfactory attendance, conduct and performance.

SECTION 6: LOCATION OF POST Cork County Council reserves the right to assign you to any department, premises or district in use by the Council, now or in the future (Please see map attached pg. 7). Changes in location of employment will not result in payment of disturbance money or compensation. The person appointed will be required to provide him/herself at his/her own expense with the necessary mode of travel to and from work.

SECTION 7: WORKING HOURS The working hours at present provide for a five day, thirty-nine hour working week.

Monday – Thursday: 8.30 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. Friday: 8.30 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. Staff may be required to work overtime outside of normal working hours as required by the Supervisor. These arrangements may be varied and you will be notified of any variation as required.

SECTION 8: ANNUAL LEAVE The current annual leave entitlement is 25 days per annum inclusive of Good Friday on a pro-rata basis for period worked. Cork County Council’s leave year runs from 1st January to 31st December. Granting of annual leave, payment for annual leave and arrangements for public holidays will be governed by the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997(as amended).