Facilities Technician & Property Maintenance Carpenter
Full-Time Permanent Position
Accommodation Available – Near Carrick-on-Suir
Pay: €19.00–€24.00 per hour (depending on experience, qualifications and ability)
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced, practical and self-motivated Property Maintenance Carpenter to join our team on a permanent full-time basis.
This is a hands-on role for someone who takes pride in producing high-quality workmanship and enjoys improving buildings rather than simply carrying out reactive repairs.
The successful applicant will become our primary in-house carpenter and maintenance technician, completing a wide range of carpentry, joinery, refurbishment and general property maintenance projects across a professionally managed residential property near Carrick-on-Suir.
Our aim is to complete the majority of maintenance, refurbishment and improvement works in-house, while continually improving the property to a high standard.
This is a 40-hour per week, Monday to Friday position with the opportunity to take ownership of a varied and rewarding workload.
Key ResponsibilitiesCarpentry & Joinery
- Construct timber stud walls and partitions.
- Hang, repair and adjust internal and external doors.
- Install skirting boards, architraves, trims and mouldings.
- Install timber flooring and repair damaged flooring.
- Build shelving, cupboards, storage units and bespoke timber features.
- Complete timber repairs throughout the property.
- Install cladding and timber finishes.
- Box in services including pipework and ventilation systems.
- Carry out general first and second fix carpentry.
Property Improvement Projects
- Complete refurbishment projects.
- Upgrade bedrooms and communal areas.
- Carry out bathroom and kitchen improvement works.
- Install fixtures, fittings and furniture.
- Complete decorating and finishing work following repairs.
- Assist with small construction and improvement projects.
General Property Maintenance
- Carry out painting and decorating.
- Complete general repairs throughout the property.
- Undertake basic plumbing repairs where competent.
- Undertake basic electrical maintenance such as replacing fittings (where competent and safe to do so).
- Repair furniture and fixtures.
- Carry out planned preventative maintenance.
- Respond to day-to-day maintenance requests.
- Maintain tools, equipment and workshop areas.
Grounds & External Areas
- Assist in maintaining lawns, gardens, pathways and communal areas.
- Operate landscaping equipment where required.
- Ensure external areas remain clean, safe and well presented.
- Assist with waste management and recycling.
Fire Safety & Building Compliance
Assist in maintaining a safe and compliant environment by:
- Carrying out routine fire safety inspections throughout the property.
- Completing scheduled fire safety checks and maintaining accurate records within the Fire Safety Register.
- Inspecting fire doors to ensure they close correctly and remain free from damage or obstruction.
- Checking and replacing intumescent strips, smoke seals, door furniture and fire-rated ironmongery where required.
- Adjusting and repairing self-closing devices, hinges, locks and latches to ensure fire doors operate correctly.
- Carrying out minor repairs to fire compartmentation, including sealing service penetrations using approved fire-stopping materials where trained and authorised.
- Reporting any defects affecting fire safety or regulatory compliance.
- Assisting external fire safety contractors during servicing, inspections and remedial works.
- Ensuring emergency escape routes, exits and assembly areas remain unobstructed and safe at all times.
- Assisting with routine emergency lighting and fire alarm testing in accordance with company procedures.
- Maintaining a proactive approach to fire prevention by identifying and rectifying hazards before they become significant issues.
Painting & Decorating
The successful applicant will be expected to maintain the property's appearance to a consistently high standard by:
- Carrying out internal and external painting and decorating.
- Preparing surfaces, including sanding, filling and priming.
- Repainting high-traffic areas as required.
- Decorating following maintenance and refurbishment works.
- Carrying out repairs to plasterboard and wall finishes before painting.
- Staining, varnishing and protecting timber surfaces where appropriate.
- Maintaining paintwork to doors, skirting boards, handrails, walls, ceilings and external timber.
- Ensuring all completed work is finished to a professional standard with excellent attention to detail.
Emergency Response
Where required, participate in an out-of-hours emergency call-out rota, responding to urgent maintenance issues, fire alarm activations and other building emergencies in accordance with company procedures.
Essential Requirements
Applicants must demonstrate:
- A minimum of 5 years' practical experience in carpentry, joinery or property maintenance.
- Excellent carpentry and joinery skills.
- Experience completing refurbishment and property improvement projects.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Excellent practical problem-solving ability.
- High attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
- Experience using professional woodworking machinery, power tools and hand tools safely.
- Good communication skills.
- Fluent spoken and written English.
- Full, valid driving licence.
- Access to a reliable vehicle.
- Legal authorisation to work in Ireland.
Desirable (but not essential)
The following would be advantageous:
- Qualified Carpenter or Joiner.
- SafePass.
- Manual Handling Certificate.
- Working at Heights Training.
- Abrasive Wheels Training.
- Forklift Licence.
- Experience maintaining residential or hospitality properties.
- PSA Licence.
Accommodation
Comfortable on-site accommodation is available as part of the overall remuneration package.
This provides an excellent opportunity for someone wishing to substantially reduce their living costs while enjoying secure long-term employment.
Compliance & Pre-Employment Requirements
The successful applicant will be required to:
- Successfully pass Garda Vetting.
- Complete Children First Training (provided).
- Complete Fire Safety Training.
- Follow all Company Health & Safety Policies and Procedures.
Please note: Successfully passing Garda Vetting is a pre-condition of employment. No offer of employment will become final, and no applicant may commence duties unless Garda Vetting has been completed to the satisfaction of the Company.
Benefits
- €20.00–€25.00 per hour.
- Permanent full-time employment.
- Monday to Friday working pattern.
- Accommodation available.
- Long-term career opportunity.
- Supportive working environment.
- Opportunity to take ownership of a varied and rewarding role.
- On-site parking.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
How to Apply
Please submit:
- Your CV.
- A short cover letter outlining:
- Your relevant carpentry and maintenance experience.
- Examples of refurbishment or improvement projects you have completed.
- Why you believe you are suited to this role.
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to interview and may be asked to demonstrate practical skills or provide photographs of previous work.
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Pay: €19.00-€24.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
