The Office of Public Works (OPW) is recruiting Engineer Grade III (Civil) professionals to strengthen its national flood risk management programme. These permanent, full-time roles offer career development, professional growth, and the opportunity to work on vital infrastructure projects across Ireland.
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Key Responsibilities
• Support the delivery of OPW flood risk management projects
• Contribute to engineering assessments, design work, and capital programme activities
• Assist in technical analysis of flood relief schemes and coastal change risks
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across regional OPW offices
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, environmental, and safety standards
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to support project delivery
• Provide technical reporting and engineering documentation as required
• Undertake duties outlined in the official Candidate Information Booklet
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
• Eligibility requirements as detailed in the Candidate Information Booklet
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project coordination abilities
• Knowledge of flood risk management or civil infrastructure advantageous
• Excellent communication and technical reporting skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Full clean driving licence may be required for regional travel
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
• Full-time, permanent civil service role
• Salary in line with public service Engineer Grade III scale (details in booklet)
• Access to generous public sector benefits, pension scheme, and annual leave entitlements
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development
Location & Employer Information
The initial vacancy is based in Trim, Co. Meath. A panel will also be formed to fill future roles in OPW Flood Risk Management Services offices across: Cork, Donegal, Dublin, Galway, Kilkenny, Limerick, Louth, Mayo, Meath, Sligo, Westmeath, and Wexford.
The Office of Public Works is Ireland’s lead agency for flood risk management, flood relief capital programmes, and coastal change risk assessment.
More information: https://www.gov.ie/en/office-of-public-works/organisation-information/about-the-office-of-public-works/
Application Details
Closing date: 08 January 2026 at 15:00 (Irish time)
Early applications are strongly encouraged.
