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Burger King Manager - Applegreen Ballymount What will I be doing as a Burger King Manager at Applegreen? You will play a vital role in supporting the front-line operations of our business. · To assist the site manager in operating the business strictly in accordance with the Applegreen Systems Manual · To provide excellent customer service standards · To assist in driving sales forward and achieving sales targets · To take overall responsibility for delivering brand standards always by ensuring that the store is operated in line with all company standards, policies and procedures · To take responsibility for the site in the absence of the site Director/ Site manager If you have at least 1 -2 years experience in a similar role and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, you would be a great addition to our dynamic team. Why should I join The Applegreen Team? Benefits 1. All staff will be entitled to a colleague discount of deli foods and all hot drinks. 2. Bike to Work Scheme (Available after 6 months of service) 3. HSF health plan for everyone from under €2.50 a week 4. Employee Assistance Programme run by the Zest Life which offers free counselling on personal, family, work and money matters. Training and Development We as a company are constantly growing our business, but it`s our people driving its success 1. The Educational Training Board offers retail training courses through the Applegreen Academy 2. We offer fantastic career opportunities and a great deal of our promotionsare internal Charity At Applegreen we truly believe in the power of community and so, The Applegreen Charitable Fund that was set up to raise vital funds to support Irelands Children. By working at Applegreen you will assist in raising money for our charity partners, Barretstown. The charitable fund pledges to raise €1 million in the next 3 years. INDHP
Deli Team Member
Deli Team Member - Applegreen Dundalk Retail Park As a Bakewell Team Member at Applegreen, you will be a crucial part of our front-line operations. If you’re looking for a fulfilling role where you can make a difference every day and build lasting relationships, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to join the Applegreen family and become part of a company that values community, teamwork, our customers. What will I be doing as a Bakewell Team Member at Applegreen? · Support day to day operations of the business. · Ensure shop floor is clean and tidy. · Ensure all food safety policies are met. · Food preparation. · Follow and enforce Bakewell manual training contents. · Stock control and management. · Create the best food experience possible for customers. · Work closely with management to achieve weekly and quarterly targets. Why Should I join the Applegreen Team? Benefits · All colleagues are eligible for a discount, allowing exclusive discounts on Bakewell Deli foods and hot drinks. · Bike to work scheme (available after 6 months of service). · HSF Health Plans schemes for healthcare expenses including dental, optical and many more. · Wellbeing platform with micro-modules and articles to support your mental health and wellbeing. In addition, our Employee Assistance Programme is a free confidential counselling service which offers support on personal, family, work, and money matters. · Flexible schedules. · Company pension scheme. · Exclusive offers on broadband and mobile plans. · Refer a friend scheme. · Development opportunities through a variety of online and classroom-based learning delivered by inhouse and external industry experts. An Applegreen Bakewell Team Member would ideally: · Have a can-do attitude who has strong communication skills and enjoys interacting with customers. · Ability to work well with colleagues, contributing to a positive team environment. · Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. · Willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks. INDHP
Burger King Supervisor
Burger King Supervisor - Applegreen Ballymount What will I be doing as Burger King Supervisor at Applegreen? You will play a vital role in supporting the front-line operations of our business. Support the manager with various administration tasks to ensure the highest performance of the store. Assist the site manager in driving sales and achieving sales targets. Motivate the team by challenging the staff to meet achievable goals through effective leadership and communication skills. Ensure that the store is operating in line with Burger King standards, policies and procedures. If you have at least 1 -2 years experience in a similar role and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, you would be a great addition to our dynamic team. Why should I join The Applegreen Team? Benefits All staff will be entitled to a colleague discount off deli foods and hot drinks. Bike to Work Scheme (Available after 6 months of service) HSF health plan for everyone from under €2.50 a week Employee Assistance Programme run by the Zest Life which offers free counselling on personal, family, work and money matters. Training and Development We as a company are constantly growing our business, but it`s our people driving its success The Educational Training Board offers retail training courses through the Applegreen Academy We offer fantastic career opportunities and a great deal of our promotions are internal Charity At Applegreen we truly believe in the power of community and so, The Applegreen Charitable Fund that was set up to raise vital funds to support Irelands Children. By working at Applegreen you will assist in raising money for our charity partners, Barretstown. The charitable fund pledges to raise €1 million in the next 3 years INDHP
Executive Planner
The Role This is a senior position within the Planning Department reporting to the Senior Planner and/or another employee nominated by the Chief Executive. The Executive Planner is responsible for managing elements of the Planning Department and providing a multiplicity of services to Local Authorities. Reporting to the appropriate line manager, the Executive Planner will be responsible for the efficient management of their prescribed work area within the planning or related function. This is a management role. Managers at this level work within defined parameters relevant to the position, in accordance with the Local Authority’s vision and objectives. The Executive Planner will be required to work closely with elected Councillors to deliver the full range of services and implement local policy decisions. In the current economic climate, managers are charged with service delivery and change management in an environment of limited resource availability, both human and financial. Delivery of efficient services and value for money is crucial. Duties The duties of the office are to give the local authority and: (a) Such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive Officer, for the purposes acts is Manager, and; (b) To any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in sub-paragraph (a) of this paragraph under the direction and supervision of the appropriate officer, such planning or ancillary services of an advisory, supervisory or executive nature as may be required by any local authority or body hereinbefore mentioned in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties including the duty of assisting the Senior Planner, or other appropriate professional officer, in the supervision of the planning or ancillary services of any of the forgoing local authorities or bodies, and when required to do so, to perform the duty of acting for the appropriate professional officer of higher rank during the absence of such officer of higher rank. Executive Planners are responsible for implementing programmes of work in the Planning Department and for providing a multiplicity of planning services and related services. Executive Planner positions are multi-faceted and may include some or all of the following key service areas: 9. Annual Leave The current annual leave entitlement for Executive Planner is 30 days per annum, in accordance with the Council’s Annual Leave Policy. The Chief Executive of Longford County Council retains autonomy with regard to office closures (e.g., Christmas Office Closure). Any days arising from such closure will be reserved from the employee’s annual leave entitlement. Proposed office closure days will be reviewed and advised to all employees each year. 10. Driver’s Licence & Insurance Longford County Council employees may on occasion be required to use their car on official business. In such situations the employee must hold a current clean driver’s licence and have available adequate means of transport. It is the responsibility of the employee to arrange the appropriate car insurance cover for business use and to indemnify Longford County Council with the indemnity specified on the insurance certificate under the heading “Persons or classes of person who are covered”. Documentation to confirm the appropriate insurance cover will be required to be supplied to the Council on an annual basis. 11. Code of Conduct / Organisation Policies Employees are required to adhere to all current and future Longford County Council codes of practice, including the Code of Conduct of Employees, and all current and future organisational policies including, but not limited to, Health and Safety, Communications, Data Protection, Equality, Staff Mobility, Attendance Management and Use of Electronic Equipment. 12. Training Employees are required to attend and participate fully in training programmes as may be decided by the Council from time to time and to apply their learning in the course of their daily working activities. 13. Health and Safety Regulations Longford County Council as an employer is obliged to ensure, so far as it is reasonably practicable, the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work of all of its employees. Under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, the County Council has a legal duty to exercise all due care and take all protective and preventative measures to protect the Safety, Health, and Welfare of its employees. All employees also have a legal obligation under Safety and Health legislation to co-operate with management and not engage in any improper conduct or behaviour or do anything which would place themselves or others at risk. Employees must not be under the influence of an intoxicant at the place of work. Employees must comply with all Safety and Health rules and regulations and attend all required Safety and Health Training.
Water Safety Officer
THE POSITION The Council is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates with relevant experience for the position of Water Safety Officer . It is proposed to form a panel of qualified candidates from which vacancies will be filled during the lifetime of the panel. The Water Safety Officer will be located in the Climate, Environment, Recreation and Amenity Directorate of Wicklow County Council and will be responsible for the promotion, management, and implementation of water safety education and preventative measures to reduce drownings within County Wicklow. They shall function as a key liaison between Wicklow County Council and Water Safety Ireland (WSI), ensuring that national water safety policies are implemented locally, particularly regarding lifeguard employment and the maintenance of safety equipment. QUALIFICATIONS1. Character Candidates shall be of good character. 2. Health Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Education, Experience, etc. Candidates must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) Each candidate must have a good standard of education. (b) Experience: At least five years’ satisfactory relevant experience in coastal management, water safety, or related operational roles. (c) Technical Competence: Demonstrated ability in coastal operations, water safety equipment management, lifeguard programme delivery, and risk assessment. (d) Strategic Support: Proven experience in supporting the formulation and implementation of strategies, plans, and processes, including stakeholder engagement and community partnership. PLEASE NOTE: Non-Irish qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications. Overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. Failure to do so will deem your application inadmissible. The onus is on the candidate to ensure that the relevant qualification is listed on their application form. In the event that an offer of employment is made, the candidate will be required to submit all relevant educational qualifications in order to meet the requirements above. DUTIES The Water Safety Officer will be located in the Climate, Environment, Recreation and Amenity Directorate of Wicklow County Council. The following is a non-exhaustive list of key duties and responsibilities which may be assigned to a Water Safety Officer: 1. Strategy, Governance & Liaison A panel may be formed from which future Water Safety Officer positions may be filled. The position will be full-time and pensionable. The successful candidate(s) may be assigned as required to any of the Municipal Districts or Directorates under the Chief Executive’s control or to any premises or location in use by the Council now or in the future. DUTIES (GENERAL) The duties of the office are to give to the local authority and: (a) to such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Acts 2001–2014, is Chief Executive; and (b) to any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in sub-paragraph (a) of this paragraph. Under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such other officer as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate professional, technical, and ancillary services of an advisory, supervisory, or executive nature as may be required by any local authority or body hereinbefore mentioned in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions, and duties, including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The holder of the office will, if required, act for an officer of a higher level. PROBATION Where persons who are not already permanent officers of a Local Authority are appointed, the following provisions shall apply: (a) There shall be a period after such appointments take effect during which such persons shall hold office on probation. (b) Such period shall be three months (temporary contract) and six months (permanent contract). This period may be extended at the Chief Executive’s discretion. (c) Such persons shall cease to hold such office at the end of the period of probation unless, during such period, the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory. SALARY €57,322 – €70,030 per annum, including 2nd LSI EL 07/2025. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time in line with national policy. The holder of the office shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than his or her inclusive salary) payable to and received by him or her by virtue of his or her office or in respect of services which he or she is required by or under any enactment to perform. Starting pay shall be determined in accordance with appropriate Departmental Circular letters. New entrants will be placed on the minimum of the salary scale. HOURS OF WORK The person appointed will be required to work a 35-hour week, Monday to Friday, which equates to a 7-hour day to be accounted for within attendance hours of 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with one hour lunch between 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. There may be a requirement to work additional hours from time to time, for which time in lieu will apply. No overtime applies to this post. A flexi system is also in operation. GARDA VETTING Candidates may be subject to Garda Vetting. Appointment(s) will be considered having regard to receipt of satisfactory Garda Vetting, particularly to determine suitability to work with children and vulnerable adults. CITIZENSHIP Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). (b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK). (c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons. (d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA, UK, or Swiss citizen and has a Stamp 4 visa. (e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a Stamp 4 visa. (f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state, the UK, or Switzerland and has a Stamp 4 visa. WORK PERMIT All non-EU or EEA citizens must hold a valid work permit prior to and for the duration of their contract. The work permit must allow full-time work for Wicklow County Council. It is the responsibility of individual employees to ensure that they have a valid work permit. If at any stage during the contract a valid work permit ceases to be held, Wicklow County Council must be immediately advised and employment will cease with immediate effect. HEALTH For the purposes of satisfying the requirements as to health, successful candidates will, before appointment, be required to undergo at their own expense a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner nominated by the local authority. On taking up appointment, the expense of the medical examination will be refunded to candidates. RESIDENCE Holders of the office shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof.
Retained Part-Time Firefighter
Clare County Council/ Comhairle Contae an Chláir is the authority responsible for Local Government in County Clare. The corporate headquarters are located at Áras Contae an Chláir, New Road, Ennis and there are four Municipal Districts (Ennis, Shannon, Killaloe, and West Clare) which are supported through area offices in Ennis, Scarriff, Shannon, Ennistymon and Kilrush. There are 28 elected members, approximately 990 staff and an annual operating budget of €204 million in 2026. Clare County Council provides a diverse range of services across a large geographic area. Key services areas include planning, Local Enterprise Office, rural and community development, transportation, motor tax, water, environment, emergency services along with housing activation & delivery, libraries, and sports & amenities, property management, derelict sites, and vacant homes. These operations are supported by internal services which include ICT & Digital Services, Corporate Services & Governance, Finance and People and Culture functions. There is a diverse demographic across urban and rural communities with tourism bringing seasonal changes in population and activity in the county. The Shannon estuary, Shannon Airport, industrial zones, and geographic location between larger urban areas, coupled with the unique landscape and heritage add to the diversity of activity in the County. Local democracy is strengthened through the Municipal Districts and changes in legislation and regulation have placed greater emphasis on the role of the Local Authority in driving economic activity, ensuring accountability, accessibility and innovation while placing the customer and the community to the fore of service delivery. Clare County Council is currently inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for the above competition. Clare County Council will, following the interview process, form a panel for the post of Retained Part-time Firefighter from which future relevant vacancies may be filled subject to sanction approval from the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. Positions will be offered in order of merit as per the panel. This panel will exist for 12 months and may be extended for a further period of 6-12 months at the discretion of the Chief Executive. Clare County Council invites applications from suitably qualified persons, who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which vacancies for Retained Fire-Fighters may be filled throughout the lifetime of the panel. A Firefighter shall be required to attend at fires and other emergencies, drills, displays and other duties at such times and for such periods as required by the County Council. Failure to respond promptly to fire or other emergency calls will be addressed through the Local Authority’s disciplinary procedure. EDUCATION: Firefighters must have attained a satisfactory level of education to enable them to perform satisfactorily as a Firefighter and to successfully undergo the appropriate training. CHARACTER: A Firefighter must be of good character and shall not at any time bring the County Council into disrepute. Employment will be subject to the provision of satisfactory references and Garda Vetting. AGE: A Firefighter must be not less than 18 years on the first day of the month in which the latest date for receiving application forms occurs. A birth certificate must be submitted to the County Council as proof of age before a person is engaged as a recruit. DRIVING LICENCE: A recruit Firefighter shall possess a valid full current Category B Driving Licence at the time of applying for the post and ideally a Category C Driving Licence for HGV with up to eight passengers. All newly appointed Retained Firefighters will be required to obtain a Category C Driving Licence. Firefighters will co-operate with further Driver Training and will be required to drive fire service vehicles, if operationally needed. If a Firefighter has their licence suspended or removed for any reason, they must immediately inform the County Council, and it shall be dealt with through the Council’s disciplinary procedure and may result in termination of service at the absolute discretion of the County Council. HEALTH: A Firefighter shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Medical Examination, etc.: Before recruitment, in order to ascertain the health of a candidate, successful applicants shall undergo such medical examinations (which may include x-ray and/or other special tests) as the County Council considers necessary. The County Council will nominate the medical examiners. The candidate must comply, at their own expense, with such remedial requirements as the County Council consider necessary. An Operational Firefighter shall: - Agree to participate in the Occupational Health Scheme for Retained Firefighters in operation by Clare County Council; and At any time, if requested by the County Council, undergo such medical examination(s) by medical examiner (s) as nominated by the County Council; and Attend medical examinations in accordance with the frequency set down in the Occupational Health Scheme for Retained Firefighters as issued by the (LGMA) to Local Authorities Any defects discovered pertaining to a medical examination will not be remedied at the County Council's expense. Retention as an operational Firefighter will depend upon receipt of satisfactory reports by medical examiner(s) and to the general condition above as to health. An operational Firefighter is required to maintain an appropriate level of physical fitness. RESIDENCE: Persons appointed must live and work within a maximum of 5 minutes travel time (based on GPS navigation planner e.g. Google maps or similar as determined by Clare County Council) to allow them to respond for the duration of their employment as a Firefighter. The Council retains the right to request further evidence, if required on the information supplied, for the purpose of verification of place of residence and location of employment. A Firefighter shall notify the County Council in writing of any subsequent changes of residence or place of employment. A change of residence or place of employment that would place the Firefighter outside these limits will mean automatic termination of employment. The Council will check this prior to appointment and at periodic intervals after appointment. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the post will be paid at the appropriate point on the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Department Circular. Where the appointee has been serving elsewhere in the public service in an analogous grade and pay-scale and will be moving without break to another part of the public sector at an analogous grade, the appointment may be made at the appointee’s current point of scale. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Starting pay for new entrants to the sector will be at the minimum of the scale. The terms of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 shall apply. A Firefighter’s annual leave entitlement will be calculated in accordance with the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997 and S.I. 473 of 2001 Regulations. A Firefighter is entitled to a maximum of 4 working weeks i.e. 28 days. Payment for annual leave will be 8% of earnings inclusive of community fire safety, station duties, drill hours, training hours and calls in previous 52 weeks. A Firefighter will be required to comply with the terms of the Crew Management Arrangements for Retained Firefighters as operated by Clare County Council. In cases of Annual Leave, advance notice must be given to the Station Officer or in their absence, to the Sub-Officer in advance of the first day of Annual Leave. Approval of annual leave will be subject to minimum crewing levels being maintained at station level. Each Firefighter must use their leave sheet or other means to record such annual leave absences. Retained Firefighter: A Firefighter shall be paid at the appropriate approved national rates of Fire and Drill Fees and Retainer Fees and in accordance with any national agreements for retained Firefighters. Payment of fees will be made fortnightly. Retained Fire Service – Fire Fighter - Rates Applicable at 1st August 2025 Retained Firefighter: A Firefighter shall be paid at the appropriate approved national rates of Fire and Drill Fees and Retainer Fees and in accordance with any national agreements for retained Firefighters. Retained Fire Service – Fire Fighter - Rates Applicable at 1st August 2025 RETAINER ALLOWANCE Service Duration Allowance 0-1 year 1 Year €16,190.00 2-4 Years 3 Years €17,192.00 5-7 Years 3 Years €18,428.00 8+ Years €19,555.00 Attendance Rates Drills Rate Per Hour €51.04 Fire Day* 1* Hour €51.04 Subsequent Hour €25.52 Night/Weekend 1st Hour €102.08 Subsequent Hour €51.04 * Day is 08:00 – 20:00 every weekday excluding Bank Holidays
Finance Officer
Key Purpose To contribute to the Agency delivering its remit to improve employment relations in Northern Ireland. The main role of a Finance Officer is to maintain finance and related control systems throughout the Agency, to ensure the Agency can fulfil our statutory services. Key Duties / Responsibilities This is an outline of the duties associated with the Finance Officer role. Analysis of financial data; In year budget management and monitoring, monthly budget profiling, variance analysis and reporting; Coordinating and managing month end and year end closure / procedures; Producing monthly management accounting information; Managing the monthly accounts for the Certification Office and Industrial Court; Ensuring consolidated accounts are prepared annually by the agreed timeframes; Overseeing monthly payroll processing, ensuring it is completed in a timely and accurate manner; Supervising EOII in production of all relevant financial processes (i.e. payroll, purchase ledger, nominal ledger etc); Dealing with internal and external auditors, providing assurance regarding financial guidance and controls and following up on any outstanding queries and relevant actions; Reviewing and maintaining all relevant financial procedures ensuring they are relevant and in line with corporate governance; Advising and monitoring procurement process and when appropriate liaise with Construction and Procurement Delivery (CPD), coordinating and/or completing contract evaluations; Completing relevant pension returns and liaise with Northern Ireland Civil Service Pensions Branch for all pension related queries; Liaising with the National Fraud Initiative (NFI), completing returns and addressing any follow up queries as required; Maintaining relevant registers (e.g. Asset, Contractor); Contributing to the planning and implementation of changes in services to meet customer needs; Participating in relevant training when required as well as ensuring all appropriate staff are trained in the relevant financial processes / procedures; Completing or providing input to relevant returns to partner department organisations and other relevant organisations; Supporting, as required, the work of the Director of Finance, People and Governance; Any other duties as appropriate to the grade and the role. The above list gives a broad indication of the main duties of the post. The emphasis on particular duties will vary over time according to business and operational need. Eligibility CriteriaEssential CriteriaEducation / Qualifications 1.1 Academic Qualifications Route: A qualified member of the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) holding the AAT Professional Diploma in Accounting OR Accounting Technicians Ireland (ATI) holding the Diploma for Accounting Technicians OR Hold a relevant equivalent qualification* in accounting or financial management from a recognised member of the Consultative Committee of Accountancy Bodies (CCAB) or CIMA. Applications through this route must demonstrate a minimum of three years’ experience as at 1.3 below. 1.2 Non-Academic Route: Applications through this route must demonstrate a minimum of five years’ experience as at 1.3 below. Experience 1.3 For the relevant duration (referring to 1.1 or 1.2 above) of experience working in a supervisory capacity within a finance department, which includes preparation of monthly management accounts and budget management; AND 1.4 For the relevant duration (referring to 1.1 or 1.2 above) experience in at least two or more of the following areas: a) Payroll processing including online HMRC returns. b) Experience of dealing with both internal and external audits. c) Procurement experience, particularly in public sector. Length of experience will be measured as at the closing date for the receipt of applications. *Relevant equivalent qualification: Applicants must demonstrate on their application form how the qualifications and professional membership levels they have provided are equivalent, in level, to those qualifications required above. They should give the details of the awarding body and the date awarded (the date awarded is the date on which you were admitted by the official awarding body). If you believe your qualification is equivalent to the one required, the onus is on you to provide the panel with the details of modules studied etc. so that a well-informed decision can be reached. A reserve list will be generated from this exercise and further appointments may be made from this competition should positions become vacant which require the same eligibility criteria and have similar duties and responsibilities. Competencies A synopsis of the ten competencies in our Competency Framework is set out below. Note: References to the ‘Agency’ in our competency framework can be interpreted to mean an organisation in which you have obtained the relevant competency level. Strategic Cluster – Setting Direction1. Seeing the Big Picture Seeing the big picture is about having an in-depth understanding and knowledge of how your role fits with, and supports, organisational objectives and the wider public needs. For all staff, it is about focusing your contribution on the activities which will meet Agency and Programme for Government goals and deliver the greatest value. At senior levels, it is about understanding the political context and taking account of wider impacts, including the broader legislative agenda, to develop long term implementation strategies that maximise opportunities to add value to the citizen, support economic, sustainable growth and help to deliver the Northern Ireland Executive’s priorities. 2. Changing and Improving People who are effective in this area are responsive, innovative and seek out opportunities to create effective change. For all staff, it is about being open to change, suggesting ideas for improvements to the way things are done, and working in ‘smarter’, more focused ways. At senior levels, this is about creating and contributing to a culture of innovation and allowing people to consider and take managed risks. Doing this well means continuously seeking out ways to improve policy development and implementation and building a more flexible and responsive Agency. It also means making use of alternative delivery models including digital and shared service approaches where possible. 3. Making Effective Decisions Effectiveness in this area is about being objective, using sound judgement, evidence, and knowledge to provide accurate, expert, and professional advice. For all staff, it means showing clarity of thought, setting priorities, analysing, and using evidence to evaluate options before arriving at well-reasoned, justifiable decisions. At senior levels, leaders will be creating evidence-based strategies, evaluating options, impacts, risks, and solutions. They will aim to maximise return while minimising risk and to balance political, legislative, social, financial, economic, and environmental considerations to provide sustainable outcomes. People Cluster – Engaging People4. Leading and Communicating At all levels, effectiveness in this area is about leading from the front and communicating with clarity, conviction, and enthusiasm. It is about supporting principles of fairness of opportunity for all and a dedication to a diverse range of citizens. At senior levels, it is about establishing a strong direction and a persuasive future vision, managing and engaging with people with honesty and integrity, and upholding the reputation of the Agency. 5. Collaborating and Partnering People skilled in this area create and maintain positive, professional, and trusting working relationships with a wide range of people within and outside the Agency, to help to achieve business objectives and goals. At all levels, it requires working collaboratively, sharing information and building supportive, responsive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders, whilst having the confidence to challenge assumptions. At senior levels, it is about delivering business objectives through creating an inclusive environment, encouraging collaboration which may cut across Agency, organisational and wider boundaries. It requires the ability to build constructive partnerships and effective relationships with Ministers and their Special Advisers. Salary £37,694 to £38,990 per year
Senior Housing Welfare Officer
QUALIFICATIONS 1. CHARACTER: Candidates shall be of good character. 2. HEALTH: Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. For the purpose of satisfying the requirement as to health, it will be necessary for each successful candidate, before they are appointed, to undergo, at their expense, a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the Local Authority. On taking up employment, the expense of the medical examination will be refunded to the candidate. 3. EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE ETC: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of applications: i. (a) Hold a third level qualification recognised on the National Framework of Qualifications in Social Studies or Social Care or Social Science or a related discipline; AND (b) Have a minimum of 2 years’ post qualification experience working in the area of homeless and/or housing service provision AND ii. Shall have satisfactory experience in administrative procedures, including adequate practical experience in work of an executive nature, office organisation and control of staff. iii. Hold a full unendorsed Category B driving licence that permits permanent driving in Ireland. iv. Hold a valid work permit if required* *All non-EU/EEA citizens must hold a valid work permit prior to and for the duration of their contract. The work permit must allow you to work full time for Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council. It is the responsibility of individual employees to ensure that you have a valid work permit. If at any stage during your contract you cease to hold a valid work permit you must immediately advise Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council and your employment will cease with immediate effect. Non-Irish qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications. Overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. The ideal candidate will: • Have relevant administrative and work experience at a sufficiently high level; • Have a career record that demonstrates an ability to work in a team to ensure delivery of a complex work programme; • Ensure strong governance and ethical standards are set and maintained; • Have the ability to motivate, empower and encourage staff under their control to achieve maximum performance by supporting the current Performance Management and Development System (PMDS) where applicable; • Have proven management analysis, report writing and presentation skills; • Have effective financial and resource management skills; • Have knowledge and experience of operating ICT systems; • Be capable of representing the Council in a professional and credible manner with all stakeholders; • Have an ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines in the delivery of key operational objectives. JOB SPECIFICATION 1. TENURE The office is wholetime, permanent and pensionable. 2. SALARY: €55,761 – €58,387 – €61,036 – €63,707 – €66,364 – €69,025 – €71,689 (1st LSI) €73,081 (2nd LSI) (1st February 2026 Rate) In accordance with Departmental Circular letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1st January 2011 will enter the scale for the position at the minimum point. Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be determined from time to time. Holders of the office shall pay to the Local Authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their office or in respect of services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. 3. SUPERANNUATION CONTRIBUTIONS Persons who become pensionable officers of a Local Authority who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required, in respect of their superannuation, to contribute to the Local Authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependant or qualified children). Persons who become pensionable officers of a Local Authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required, in respect of their superannuation, to contribute to the Local Authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. All persons who become pensionable officers of a Local Authority will be required, in respect of the Spouses and Children’s Contributory Pension Scheme, to contribute to the Local Authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the scheme. RETIREMENT New Entrants recruited to the Public Service on or after 1 January 2013 Pensionable public servants (new joiners) recruited to the Public Service for the first time on or after 1 January 2013 (the commencement date of the Single Scheme) will be members of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. Pension age Minimum pension age is linked to the State Pension age which is currently 66 but may be subject to change. Compulsory retirement age Scheme members must retire at the age of 70. In all other cases, staff recruited on or after 1 January 2013 who were employed in the Public Service on 31 December 2012 or within a period prior to 31 December 2012 not exceeding 26 weeks will retain their existing pension scheme terms and conditions. In certain circumstances, e.g. where the public servant was on secondment or approved leave or remains on the same contract of employment, the 26-week rule does not apply. Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) It is a condition of the Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER), as set out in Department of Finance Circular 12/09, that retirees under that Scheme are debarred from applying for another position in the same employment or the same sector. Therefore, such retirees may not apply for this position. 4. DUTIES The duties of this position will focus on the facilitation, implementation and promotion of the policies and objectives of the Council’s Housing Department. This will involve liaising with all Sections within the Department on issues relating to the welfare of tenants and the management of their tenancies. The duties include (but are not limited to): • Assist in the development and implementation of housing policy documents as required; • Preparing and disseminating relevant literature and information; • Represent the Housing Department and DLR County Council at meetings and on relevant interagency forums; • Provision of advice and assistance to individuals with difficulties such as financial, family, domestic violence, addiction and personal problems; • Liaise with other agencies, voluntary and statutory as appropriate; • Supervise and manage staff/teams effectively to achieve a common goal, ensuring strong governance and ethical standards are adhered to and maintained; • Where necessary, offer an ongoing casework service to individuals or families, including attending case conferences; • Designated responsibility for Child Protection/Safeguarding Council in accordance with the Children First National Guidelines 2011; • Designated Sex Offenders Liaison Officer (SOLO); • Manage referrals from other sections in relation to tenants; • Advise and report in relation to transfer of tenants; • Engage with housing applicants and tenants where required; • Support various sections of the Council to co-ordinate the delivery of services such as Maintenance, Tenancy Management, Medical, Rents and Community Development; • Co-ordinate the Tenancy Sustainment Service; • Keep necessary records and compile relevant statistics; • Submit reports to the appropriate officer on general matters as necessary, including reports on applications relating to tenancies, home and family assistance, and grants (including grants for disabled persons); • Undergo training as required; • Attend Court proceedings as a witness on behalf of DLR Local Authority; • Carry out other duties or responsibilities, including general welfare activities, as assigned by the Council from time to time. The above specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved. The post holder may be required to perform other duties appropriate to the post and contribute to the development of the post while in office. 5. HOURS OF WORK The duties of the office will involve activities outside normal working hours of 35 hours per week, including evening and weekend attendance where necessary. Additional remuneration will not be payable for evening or weekend work. Time in lieu will be given for out-of-hours work on a time-for-time basis. 6. ANNUAL LEAVE Annual leave entitlement for the position of Senior Welfare Officer is 30 days per annum in accordance with Department of Environment, Community and Local Government Circular LG(P) 07/2011. 7. PROBATION When a person is not already a permanent officer of a Local Authority in Ireland and is appointed to a permanent office, the following provisions shall apply: a) There shall be a period after such appointment during which such person shall hold office on probation; b) Such period shall be one year; c) Such person shall cease to hold such office at the end of the probation period unless the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such person is satisfactory. 8. LOCATION & RESIDENCE Holders of the office shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council reserves the right to assign employees to any premises in use by the Council, now or in the future, subject to reasonable notice. 9. CITIZENSHIP Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: a. A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA); or b. A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or c. A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or d. A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA, UK or Swiss citizen and has a Stamp 4 visa; or e. A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015, or a family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a Stamp 4 visa; or f. A non-EEA citizen who is the parent of a dependent Irish citizen child and has been granted residence permission (usually Stamp 4).
Business Development Manager
Ready to spread the word about our exceptional guest experiences? Were always looking for new ways to raise the bar so were searching for a Business Development Manager with a track record of driving sales and smashing targets to help us fill our rooms, meeting spaces and F&B offering. We are uniquely positioned as the first voco Hotel on the Island of Ireland – a luxury brand within IHG Hotels & Resorts- one of the world’s leading hotel companies providing True Hospitality for good. We are committed to offering a fantastic guest experience by leading a team to create memorable guest experiences. We are also proudly part of the INUA Hotel collection – an ambitious Irish collection of hotels. A little taste of your day-to-day Every day is different, but you’ll mostly be: Plus, you’ll be part of an award-winning management team We welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. We are an equal opportunity employer and offer opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to age, race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. So, join us and you’ll become part of our hotel family.
Reservation Agent
Do you enjoy exceeding guest expectations and creating memorable experiences? Are you organised, detail-oriented, and thrive in a fast-paced environment? If so, we invite you to apply for the exciting opportunity to join our team as a Reservation Agent at The Tullamore Court Hotel, part of The iNUA Collection . About the Role: As a Reservation Agent , you will be the first point of contact for our valued guests, playing a crucial role in ensuring a smooth and enjoyable stay. You will be responsible for processing reservations via phone, email, and online channels, providing exceptional customer service, and exceeding guest expectations every step of the way. Key Responsibilities: Ready to join our team and make a difference? All applicants must have the right to currently work in Ireland. We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company and we look forward to hearing from you.
