Posted 28 July, 2026
Installation Operative - Dublin
Portakabin
Donabate
Full Time
Reference: 317_759139_550336
Are you looking to join a successful and growing organisation who are committed to creating a great safe place to work where all employees have the opportunity to contribute, grow and develop? We are excited to present a rare opportunity for an Installations Operative to join our successful team in Donabate, Dublin to assist in the day-to-day duties of the Projects Department.
Role Details:
Salary: 45,000
Role: Installations Operative + Company Van / Tools Supplied
Location: Roseville Business Park, Turvey Avenue, Donabate, Co.Dublin, K36 K759
Co.Dublin K36 K759
Annual leave: 25 days plus bank holidays
**A full Irish driving licence - You will be traveling nationally with this role**
The successful candidate will provide support to the existing installation team and the Site manager /project manager .
You will also have the opportunity learn new skills in a site management role, so when the site manager is not present you can step and cover. You will have the opportunity to complete site visits around the Munster region alongside the site manager.
This role is varied and when times are quiet you get involved in many activities from site visits, working in the yard to acting as the site manager in their absence. There is great opportunity for career progression within Portakabin.
Role Details:
Salary: 45,000
Role: Installations Operative + Company Van / Tools Supplied
Location: Roseville Business Park, Turvey Avenue, Donabate, Co.Dublin, K36 K759
Co.Dublin K36 K759
Annual leave: 25 days plus bank holidays
**A full Irish driving licence - You will be traveling nationally with this role**
The successful candidate will provide support to the existing installation team and the Site manager /project manager .
You will also have the opportunity learn new skills in a site management role, so when the site manager is not present you can step and cover. You will have the opportunity to complete site visits around the Munster region alongside the site manager.
This role is varied and when times are quiet you get involved in many activities from site visits, working in the yard to acting as the site manager in their absence. There is great opportunity for career progression within Portakabin.
Operate offsite, working independently or as part of a team, in the maintenance, modification (fit out, carpentry ), installation and removal of units throughout Ireland.
Undertake operations, as instructed, in yard, store and on site in accordance with Health and Safety standards.
Provide assistance to the Head of Projects/Installation Manager in identifying the materials and timescales involved in completing individual contracts.
In the absence of the Head of Projects / Installation Manager ensure that the customer is fully informed on the status of their contract.
Maintain a safe and tidy working environment in yard, regional depots and on site.
Maintain all tools, equipment and company vehicles in good and clean working condition.
Undertake operations, as instructed, in yard, store and on site in accordance with Health and Safety standards.
Provide assistance to the Head of Projects/Installation Manager in identifying the materials and timescales involved in completing individual contracts.
In the absence of the Head of Projects / Installation Manager ensure that the customer is fully informed on the status of their contract.
Maintain a safe and tidy working environment in yard, regional depots and on site.
Maintain all tools, equipment and company vehicles in good and clean working condition.
Practical operational experience ideally within a multi-trade construction environment
Multi-trade experience including carpentry work and metal work
Ability to read technical drawings
Educated to Leaving Cert standard or equivalent
Health and Safety experience in a construction environment
A recognised Trade qualification is highly desirable
Ability to read technical drawings
Good level of numeracy/literacy
Multi-trade experience including carpentry work and metal work
Ability to read technical drawings
Educated to Leaving Cert standard or equivalent
Health and Safety experience in a construction environment
A recognised Trade qualification is highly desirable
Ability to read technical drawings
Good level of numeracy/literacy
Contributory pension including life insurance benefit
A range of dedicated health and wellbeing services
Cycle to Work Scheme
Employee Benefits Program (Discounts at 100s of shops, gyms, restaurants and even holidays!)
Learning & development opportunities and resources
Opportunity for career progression
A chance to give back to your community with an annual volunteering day
A range of dedicated health and wellbeing services
Cycle to Work Scheme
Employee Benefits Program (Discounts at 100s of shops, gyms, restaurants and even holidays!)
Learning & development opportunities and resources
Opportunity for career progression
A chance to give back to your community with an annual volunteering day