General Operative

CREGG are looking for General Operatives, for full time, long term work in Oranmore, Co. Galway.

Our client is a metal manufacturing company, looking to add full time staff members to their production team.

We are looking for candidates who are mechanical minded, with passion for working with tools/machines, and are good at problem solving.

Job description – General Operative:

  • Machine Operation: Operate and set up workshop tools such as press brakes, guillotines, plasma cutters, and saws.
  • Production Work: Fabricate and assemble steel components according to technical drawings.
  • Quality Control: Inspect finished components for accuracy, ensuring measurements meet specifications, and that products are free of defects.
  • Maintenance & Safety: Perform daily maintenance on machinery, troubleshoot minor faults, and adhere strictly to health and safety regulations.
  • Material Handling: Load and unload raw materials and finished products using overhead cranes or hoists.
  • Documentation: Complete production logs and quality reports, often using computer systems.

Hours of work:

  • 43 hours per week
  • Monday to Friday
  • 07:00 – 17:00 (early finish on Friday)

Rate of Pay:

  • €16.63 per hour

Job requirements – General Operative:

  • Previous experience working in engineering/mechanical industry (min 1 year).
  • Good knowledge of machines, tools, etc.
  • Excellent attention to details and good problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent hand-eye coordination and dexterity.

Contract type:

  • Full time (6 month probation)
  • Permanent/Long term

We are looking for candidates who are flexible to start within 2 weeks' notice.

Please note General Operative role is a full time, long term position that will lead to permanent employment for the right candidates.

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Job Details

Galway
26 August 2026
Job ID: 12336

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