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Global Rail Services Ltd is part of the Global Infrastructure Group and is a leading Irish provider of design, construct and commission services for clients across a wide range of engineering and infrastructure sectors

General Operatives

  • Full Time
  • Drogheda

Global Rail Services Ltd is part of the Global Infrastructure Group and is a leading Irish provider of design, construct and commission services for clients across a wide range of engineering and infrastructure sectors including mainline railway systems, light rail and utilities. General contracting and building work, including private housing developments, commercial and industrial building, is also offered by GRSL – as a separate division.

The company is a principal framework contractor across a number of disciplines, which include civil and structural engineering incorporating maintenance and renewal, building, mechanical, electrical and power, permanent way, telecoms and train on-board support services and provides a full test and commission service, for both Irish mainline and light rail applications.

We are currently seeking General Operatives with experience in a similar role, preferably with a background in rail and construction, for immediate full time vacancies in the Drogheda and Leinster areas.

Applicants should have the following:

  • Experience in a similar role preferably with a background in rail and construction – pipe laying, groundworks, shuttering, steel fixing, concrete works
  • Valid Safe Pass
  • Valid Manual Handling certificate
  • Valid Irish Rail Personal Track Safety (PTS) advantageous
  • LGV/HGV (C1E/CE) Licence advantageous
  • First Aid Response advantageous
  • Ability to work on own initiative and to meet deadlines as per set out
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • A good track record, including references

We are looking for individuals who can add value to the business by bringing their unique abilities and experience to complete the role they are recruited for.

We value diversity and inclusion as an employer, which is why we invite applications from all individuals regardless of background or education. However, for some positions, we do assess role-related expertise.

How to apply:

To apply online please click the ‘Apply’ button below. Please ensure that you include details of all relevant qualifications and competencies with your application.








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    Global Infastructure Group
    Global Rail Services
    Unit 516a Grants Rise
    Greenogue Business Park
    Rathcoole, Co Dublin
    D24 FH56
    Ireland
    +353 (0) 1 458 8540
    Registered in Ireland 347033
    PSA Licence Number 07192
    ISO 14001iso45001