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Role overview
Job Title
General OperativeJob Family
Manufacturing & Offsite ProductionPurpose Of The Role
The General Operative supports the smooth and safe delivery of construction projects by carrying out a variety of general tasks on-site, such as handling materials, maintaining equipment, and assisting skilled tradespeople.
Role In MMC
General Operatives play a vital role in enabling Modern Methods of Construction by preparing sites for offsite components, supporting assembly and installation of modular units, and maintaining high standards of site cleanliness and logistics to improve efficiency and safety.
Knowledge & Skills
Modern Methods of Construction is continuously expanding; with many transferable skillsets.
Fundamental Skills
Basic essential skills
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Safety & Compliance
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Technical Skills
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Teamwork
Additional MMC Skills
Specialised MMC skills
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Manufacturing & Assembly
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Technical Drawing Interpretation
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Supply Chain & Logistics
Universal Skills
Transferable or soft skills
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Communication & Collaboration
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Adaptability & Resilience
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Planning & Executing
Suggested Entry Routes
Experience
- Prior labouring or site-based work, such as landscaping or warehouse roles, can offer transferable skills.
Education
- No formal education required, but Junior Certificate or equivalent is beneficial.
Training & Certifications
- Pre-employment programmes in construction from local training centres.
- Safe Pass (mandatory in Ireland).
- Manual Handling certification.
- CSCS (Construction Skills Certification Scheme) for specific plant operations.
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