General Operative

Reporting to: Regional Asset Manager

Department: Asset Management & Property Services

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Place of Work: Limerick Regional Office – Travel Required: Munster & Connacht Regions

ABOUT US

Co-operative Housing Ireland (CHI) is the national organisation representing, promoting and developing co-operative housing in Ireland. Since our foundation in 1973 we have provided over 5,700 homes through homeownership, shared ownership and social rented co-operatives. As an Approved Housing Body (AHB), we work with various stakeholders in the housing sector, including Local Authorities, Government, aspiring homeowners, tenants and developers. We currently manage over 6,708 properties across Ireland.

ROLE OVERVIEW

We are currently seeking a General Operative to join our team based in our Limerick office, with regular travel throughout the Munster and Connacht regions. This is a hands-on role supporting the upkeep, maintenance, and presentation of our housing stock.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Carrying out general maintenance and minor repair works across residential properties and common areas.
• Supporting responsive and planned maintenance programmes in line with organisational priorities.
• Preparing void properties for re-letting, including basic repairs, snagging, and presentation works.
• Assisting with inspections of properties and reporting defects or follow-up works required.
• Undertaking basic works across multiple trades such as painting, carpentry, minor plumbing, and general repairs.
• Ensuring all works are completed in compliance with health and safety legislation and organisational procedures.
• Using tools, equipment, and materials safely and responsibly.
• Liaising with CHI staff, contractors, and tenants in a professional manner.
• Supporting contractors on-site where required and assisting with access to properties.
• Recording details of works completed, materials used, and time spent for reporting and audit purposes.
• Identifying recurring maintenance issues and escalating these to line management.
• Maintaining vehicles, tools, and equipment in good working order.
• Travelling between sites across Munster and Connacht as required.
• Providing cover or assistance to other teams during peak periods or as operational needs arise.

WHAT YOU WLL BRINGEssential Requirements:

• Proven experience in a general maintenance, caretaking, or operative role.
• Good practical skills across basic trades (e.g. carpentry, painting, minor plumbing).
• Full clean driving licence.
• Willingness to travel throughout Munster and Connacht.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to high standards and tenant-focused service.
• Experience of delivering face to face customer service.

Desirable Requirements:

• Experience working within housing, local authority, or AHB environments.
• Knowledge of health & safety requirements.
• Safe Pass (or willingness to obtain).

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive Salary Bands
• 22 Days Annual Leave + 3 Company Privilege Days
• Annual leave increase to 30 days linked to length of service
• Generous Company Pension Contributions (up to 12% employer contribution)
• Income Protection
• Paid Sick leave Scheme
• Educational Assistance Program
• Paid Study & Exam Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP Scheme)
• Life Cover/Death in Service
• Paid Professional Subscription
• Free Annual Colleague Health Screening

SELECTION PROCESS

Please note that interviews for this position may take place anytime from the launch date until a successful candidate is found.

How to Apply: Interested applicants should submit a CV and Cover Letter via this link or by following the link on the website on https://www.cooperativehousing.ie/careers

Due to the high volume of applications received, we regret that we are unable to respond to all applications. Only those suitable for this position will be contacted.

Co-operative Housing Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.

All documentation received by Co-operative Housing Ireland will be processed in accordance with the Data Protection Acts & General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR; 2018)