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The Defence Forces are now accepting applications for General Service Recruit in the Army. We live in a world of diversity; the Defence Forces require men and women from all backgrounds that possess a strong sense of duty, enjoy working as part of a team, and are looking for a rewarding yet challenging career. Army applicants must be at least 18 years old and under the age of 39 years of age on the closing date for applications. When making an application for General Service Recruitment applicants should be aware that the areas of responsibility that applicants apply to are as follows: 1 Brigade - Cork Interview Centre Cork, Carlow, Clare, Galway, Kerry, Kilkenny, Laois, Limerick, Offaly, Tipperary, Waterford and Wexford 2 Brigade - Dublin / DFTC Curragh Interview Centre Dublin, Cavan, Donegal, Kildare, Leitrim, Longford, Louth, Mayo, Meath, Monaghan, Roscommon, Sligo, Westmeath and Wicklow. Where possible we will facilitate applicants to conduct fitness testing & interview at a location closest to their home. What is an Army Recruit? An Army Recruit is a person who enlists for General Service in the Defence Forces and on completion of the initial training program is promoted to Private 2*. Information About Army General Service Recruits The Defence Forces is looking for people who are looking for a challenging and physically demanding career in the military. Applicants should have: On qualification recruits take up a position as a three star private in one of the following Service Corps — Infantry, Artillery, Cavalry, Transport or Communications Information Systems. Qualifications No formal education qualifications are required to join the Defence Forces as a recruit. However, you must satisfy the Interview Board and the Recruiting Officer that you possess a sufficient standard of education for service in the Defence Forces. Age Limitations Applicants must be 18 years of age and under 39 years of age on the date deemed as the closing date for applications. Induction Recruit Competitions are held in each Brigade of the Army as required and are the only way to join the Defence Forces to become a Private Soldier. Candidates undergo fitness testing, psychometric testing, an interview and a medical exam. In conjunction with this all candidates will be security vetted by An Garda Síochana. Candidates must also provide two referee`s as part of the security vetting process. Candidates will be required to pass both the medical examination and security vetting to be considered for induction. The Induction Process will determine if you have the potential to become a Private Soldier in the Army. Training The Recruit Training Syllabus is designed to produce a physically fit, disciplined and motivated Two Star Infantry Soldier with basic military skills. Recruit training is foundation military training. It is twelve weeks in duration. It is followed by 3 Star training and at a later stage by Trained Soldier Specialist Training courses. Recruits may be required to complete their training in any Defence Forces location and following their training, may be posted to any Defence Forces location subject to Defence Forces requirements. Career Progression Newly qualified Private Soldiers are encouraged to put themselves forward for further courses in the Army. These courses may enable the soldier to specialise in certain areas of the Army or qualify the soldier for promotion and overseas service. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Naval Service Recruit - General Service
The Defence Forces are now accepting applications for General Service Recruit in the Naval Service. We live in a world of diversity; the Defence Forces require men and women from all backgrounds that possess a strong sense of duty, enjoy working as part of a team, and are looking for a rewarding yet challenging career. Naval Service applicants must be at least 18 years old and under the age of 39 years of age on the closing date for applications. What is a Naval Service Recruit A Naval Service Recruit enlists for General Service in the Other Ranks of the Defence Forces. After successfully completing the initial Recruit Training course a recruit passes out as an Ordinary Seaman and will then go onto their Branch Training Course before becoming qualified as an Able Body sailor in the Naval Service. Who we want Naval Service Recruits go on to form the backbone of the Irish Naval Service. Recruit training is 22 weeks in duration and is designed to develop a physically fit, disciplined and motivated person using basic military and naval skills in order to prepare them for further training in the Service. Recruits are instilled with the Naval Service ethos and the values of Courage, Respect, Integrity and Loyalty. On successful completion of the Recruit training, the Recruit is advanced to the training rank of Ordinary Rating (equivalent of 2 Star Private in the Army). The Naval Service has four Branches consisting of Seaman's, Communications, Mechanicians and Supplies. The Ordinary Rate commences their chosen Branch training giving them the specialised skills required to fulfil their role at sea and ashore. After this initial specialisation training, the Ordinary Rate will proceed to sea and take up an appointment onboard one of our ships for a two year rotation. Life at sea is at all times varied. The Ordinary Rate regardless of Branch is a much valued member of the ships crew. As well as Branch duties, he/she will be called on to complete other duties such as general maintenance, boat work, Damage Control/Firefighting. He/she may also be a member of a Naval Boarding team during Drug Interdiction Operations. If you are interested in a life at sea, as part of a dynamic, professional and highly motivated team, then the Naval Service is for you. Qualifications No formal education qualifications are required to join the Defence Forces as a recruit. You need to satisfy the Interview Board and the Recruiting Officer that you possess a sufficient standard of education for service in the Defence Forces. Age Limitations Applicants must be 18 years of age and under 39 years of age on the date deemed as the closing date for applications. Induction Recruit Competitions are held in the Naval Service as required. This is the only way to join the Naval Service to become an Ordinary Seaman. Candidates undergo fitness testing, an interview and a medical exam. The Induction Process will determine if you have the potential to become an Ordinary Seaman in the Naval Service. Training The Recruit Training Syllabus is designed to produce a physically fit, disciplined and motivated Ordinary Seaman with basic military skills. Naval Recruit training is foundation military training. It is 22 weeks in duration. It is followed by Trained Specialist Training courses. On successful completion of training Recruits are assigned to a Branch and a vessel of the Naval Service. Career Progression Newly qualified Ordinary Seamen are encouraged to put themselves forward for further courses in the Naval Service. These courses may enable the Seaman to specialise in certain areas of the Naval Service and progress towards career advancement. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Air Corps Recruit - General Service
Job Details The Defence Forces are now accepting applications for General Service in the Air Corps. We live in a world of diversity; the Defence Forces require men and women from all backgrounds that possess a strong sense of duty, enjoy working as part of a team, and are looking for a rewarding yet challenging career. Air Corps applicants must be at least 18 years old and under the age of 39 years of age on the closing date for applications. IMPORTANT NOTICE* It is the candidate's sole responsibility to enter their email address correctly when completing the application form. The candidate will receive an acknowledgement within 48 hours of submitting the online application. If a candidate does not receive an acknowledgement within the time, the candidate must inform Recruitment & competition section within 72 hours of applying by emailing recruitment@defenceforces.ie Candidates should be aware that some email providers filter @defenceforces.ie into junk/spam folder. GDPR Notice All applications for Defence Forces positions are processed in accordance with the Defence Forces Applicants Privacy Notice, as set out on the applicants page with Candidate Manager Careers Information Applications forms for entry into the Defence Forces are only available through the online application form on this site. The online application form for enlistment is only available when recruitment competitions are open. There is NO access to the online application form when recruitment is closed. Application forms for entry into the Defence Forces are only available through the online application form on this site. The online application form for enlistment is only available when recruitment competitions are open. There is NO access to the online application form when recruitment is closed. Applications Through Irish To make an application through Irish send an email to recruitment@defenceforces.ie to request an application form. The Defence Forces are now accepting applications for General Service in the Air Corps. We live in a world of diversity; the Defence Forces require men and women from all backgrounds that possess a strong sense of duty, enjoy working as part of a team, and are looking for a rewarding yet challenging career. Air Corps applicants must be at least 18 years old and under the age of 39 years of age on the closing date for applications. Applications will only be accepted online. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Electricians - ESB Framework
Mainline is growing fast and are currently looking to hire electricians and PICW’s to work on exciting multi-disciplinary and framework projects. The role presents a great opportunity for the right candidate. We are looking for people who will embrace the opportunity and progress with the business as it grows. We will also support and develop our electricians in the process to become PICW’s which represents a great learning opportunity. Your new role: You will be part of an experienced project delivery team working on large-scale power and ESB Framework projects. Key Responsibilities: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Electricians - Cable Jointers
Your new role: You will be part of an experienced project delivery team in a very fast-paced environment, working on large-scale power projects, or ESB Framework projects The role presents a great opportunity for the right candidate. We are looking for people who will embrace the opportunity and progress with the business as it grows. Key Responsibilities: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Clerical Officer
The Job: Clerical Officers make a valuable contribution to the provision of the Council’s services. The Clerical Officer will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, assisting with the implementation of work programmes to achieve goals, targets and standards set out in Departmental and Team Development Plans. They will also be required to operate the Council’s existing and future IT systems as part of their work. As part of Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council’s commitment to providing quality services to citizens, the Clerical Officer will assist in delivering a wide range of services across the organisation. Clerical Officers provide a point of contact for customers to carry out their business and access information about the Council’s services. CLERICAL OFFICER COMPETENCIES: A competency framework has been developed for the position of Clerical Officer. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate sufficient evidence of such competencies within their application form and at interview. Any short- listing or interview processes will be based on the information provided by candidates on their application form: • Planning and Organising work • Customer Focus • Team Working • Personal effectiveness • Communicating effectively • Local Authority Knowledge The key competencies for the role area as follows: COMPETENCY Planning and Organising Work • Delivers a high standard ofservice • Manage time and work effectively • Demonstrates Organisational skills • Takes initiative and is open to taking on new challenges orresponsibilities. Customer Focus • Demonstrate positive customer service attitude • Represents the organisation positively and professionally when dealing with members of the public and other stakeholders • Is respectful, courteous, and professional and remains composed even in challenging situations Team Working • Develop and maintain good working relationships within team • Works as part of a team to ensure delivery of plans and schedules • Demonstrate dignity and respect for colleagues • Understand own role and personal contribution within a team Personal Effectiveness • Personal motivation – strives to perform at a higher level • Maintain a positive, constructive and enthusiastic attitude to theirrole. • Takes responsibility for delivering quality work in a timely manner • Ensures accuracy and high standards in work delivered Communicating Effectively • Communicate clearly • Actively listens and tries to understand needs and perspectives of others • Effective written and verbal skills Local Authority Knowledge • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding about the local authority and the services it provides • Demonstrate knowledge of the role of the Councillors/Elected Members QUALIFICATIONS 1. CHARACTER: Each candidate shall be of good character. 2. HEALTH: Candidates must 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: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms must:- i. have obtained at least Grade D (or a Pass), in Higher or Ordinary Level, in five subjects from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Established Leaving Certificate examination or Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme, or ii. have obtained a comparable standard in an equivalent examination, or iii. have at least two years previous service in the office of Clerical Officer, Clerk Typist under a local authority, or Health Board in the State, or iv. have satisfactory relevant experience which encompasses demonstrable equivalent skills. The ideal candidate will demonstrate: • Understanding the role of a Clerical Officer • Relevant administrative experience and clerical skills • Strong customer service base • Knowledge and experience of operating ICT systems PARTICULARS OF OFFICE 1. The office is wholetime, permanent and pensionable. 2. SALARY: € 29,811 - € 31,543 - € 31,972- € 32,836 - € 34,101- € 35,367 - € 36,634 - € 37,553 - € 38,596, € 39,803- € 40,661 - € 41,860 - € 43,065 - € 45,334 , € 46,945 (LSI) Rates as at the 1st October 2024. Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Local Government & Heritage. 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. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. 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 / employees 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 / employees 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 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. PROBATION: When a person is not already a permanent officer of a Local Authority within the public service Ireland and is appointed to a permanent office the following provisions shall apply, that is to say:- a) There shall be a period after such appointment takes effect during which such person shall hold office on probation; b) Such period shall be one year, but the Chief Executive may, at his discretion, extend such period; c) Such person 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 person in such office is satisfactory. 5. HOURS OF WORK All new entrants to the Local Authority sector and any individuals on new appointments or promotion will work 35 hours per week 6. ANNUAL LEAVE Annual leave entitlement for the position of Clerical Officer is 27 days per annum in accordance with Department of Environment, Community and Local Government Circular LG(P) 07/2011. 7. DUTIES: The duties shall be such clerical/administrative duties as may be assigned to the employee from time to time by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council. They shall include the duty of deputising for other officers of the Local Authority when required. The duties shall also include such duties as may be assigned in relation to the area of any other Local Authority. The duties of the post include but are not limited to, the following: • Providing clerical and administrative support within any Department/Section of the Council; • Working as part of a team in the delivery of services; • Communicating and liaise with team members, supervisors, members of the public and others in relation to operational matters in their section or area of work; • Providing the highest quality standards in customer service at all times; • Public counter/reception work; • Using Information Technology on a daily basis including standard office packages and financial management systems; • Maintaining high quality records in a thorough and organised manner; • Checking all work thoroughly to ensure it is completed to a high standard; • Carrying out routine accounts work; • Approaching work in a careful and methodical manner, displaying accuracy at all times; • Creating and maintain any records, reports and returns as required; • Ensuring compliance with organisational policies and procedures; • Organising and facilitating internal and external meetings; • Completing all essential training successfully; • Participating in the Performance Management Development System; • Liaising with and responding to other local authorities, government departments and statutory agencies where required; • Undertaking any other duties of a similar level and responsibility, as may be required, or assigned, from time to time. The particular duties and responsibilities attached to the post may vary from time to time, without changing the general character of the duties or level of responsibilities entailed. The post holder may therefore be required to perform duties appropriate to the post, other than those detailed above, and to take instructions from and report to, an appropriate Officer or such designated Officer as may be assigned from time to time by the Council. The duties of the office are to give the local authority and (a) such other local authorities or bodies, for which the Chief Executive, 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 direction and supervision of the appropriate professional officer, such planning services of an advisory, administrative, 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 Director of Services or other authorised officer, as appropriate, in the supervision of the planning and cognate services of any of the foregoing 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. 8. LOCATION AND 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 you to any of its functional areas or any premises in use by the Council, now or in the future subject to reasonable notice. 9. RECRUITMENT: Pursuant to article 8 of the Local Government (Appointment of Officers) Regulation, 1974, the Minister has given directions as follows: i. Selection of candidates for appointment shall be by means of a competition based on an interview conducted by or behalf of the Local Authority. The interview will be competency based and marks will be awarded under the skill sets identified for the position of Clerical Officer as outlined above. ii. DLRCC reserves its right to shortlist candidates, in the manner it deems most appropriate, to proceed to the interview stage of the competition. Shortlisting will be completed on the basis of information supplied on the application form and the likely number of vacancies to be filled. It is therefore in your own interest to provide a detailed and accurate account of your qualifications / experience on the application form. The shortlisting process will provide for the assessment of each applicant’s application form against predetermined criteria that reflect the skills and depth of experience considered to be essential for a position at this level. iii. Panels may be formed on the basis of interviews to fill vacancies that may arise. The successful candidate(s) may be assigned as required to any of the Council’s Directorates under the Chief Executive’s control or to any premises/location in use by the Council now or in the future. iv. The Local Authority shall require persons to whom appointments are offered to take up such appointments within a period of not more than one month and if they fail to take up the appointments within such period or such longer period as the Local Authority in its absolute discretion may determine, the Local Authority shall not appoint them. v. An applicant who withdraws their application at any stage of the competition will not be permitted to re-enter the competition at a later stage. Any claim in relation to the late receipt of application forms will not be entertained. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
General Operative
THE JOB General Operatives play a key part in frontline service delivery. The role is likely to be outdoors, operational and manual. General Operatives are expected to carry out their duties in an enthusiastic manner that enhances public trust and confidence in Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council. Although General Operatives are directly supervised, they are required to demonstrate a flexible approach and the ability to work effectively in teams. Their duties will vary according to the requirements of the Department to which he/she is assigned. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE SHALL: • Be committed to and conscious of providing a professional service both to internal and external customers; • Have satisfactory experience relative to the duties outlined for General Operatives; • Possess good organisation skills; • Have an ability to work on own initiative, in an independent environment and without constant supervision; • Have an ability and willingness to learn and execute new skills and participate in appropriate training courses where required. IT IS DESIRABLE THAT THE IDEAL CANDIDATE SHALL: • Have a current unendorsed category B or C Driving License; • Have completed manual handling training and possess a current and valid Safe Pass Registration Card; • Have basic computer skills QUALIFICATIONS The declared qualifications for the post of General Operative, Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council, are set out hereunder:- 1. CHARACTER: Candidates shall be of good character. 2. HEALTH: Candidates 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 completed application forms: (a) have attained such a standard of education as would enable the candidate to carry out efficiently the duties of the position; (b) have a good knowledge of the services provided by Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council; (c) have an ability to work within a team and the ability to motivate and encourage team members to achieve maximum performance; (d) possess good communication and customer awareness skills; (e) have a willingness to learn and aptitude to use all new technology and information systems and have a natural aptitude for the use of equipment; (f) have a good knowledge and awareness of Health and Safety Legislation and Regulations, the implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace. JOB SPECIFICATION 1. The office is wholetime, permanent and pensionable. A panel will be formed from which permanent and temporary appointments will be made. 2. SALARY: The weekly wage scale for the position of General Operative, Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council is: €559.81 - €574.87 - €612.24 - €614.82 - €617.40 - €619.95 - €622.52 - €625.08 - €627.68 - €630.22 - €630.22 - €630.22 - €630.22 - €632.42 - €634.98 (rate at 1st October 2024) An eating on site and travelling allowance may also be applicable. 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 Housing, Planning and Local Government. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as 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 any services, which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. 3. DUTIES: The duties of the General Operative, Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, will be consistent with the services provided by the department/ section to which he/she is assigned and shall include: • Implementing the Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council’s work programmes to the agreed standard consistently; • Delivering services in a manner that enhances public trust and confidence in Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council; • Carrying out operational/ manual work at the instruction of supervisors, which is likely to involve working outdoors and at times in adverse weather conditions; • Co-operating with the varied nature of the role and working to achieve departmental goals and priorities in a flexible manner; • Delivering operational services as required by the employing department; • Contributing to the management of public spaces, reporting issues that need to be addressed and supporting with the Council’s broader objectives; • Working effectively as part of a team/crew; • Taking responsibility for on-site Health and Safety issues; • Implementing all Health and Safety regulations and other relevant regulations in the workplace as required; • Submitting any report, whether written or verbal, as and when instructed by his/her supervisor; • Using new technology when required; • Undertaking any course of training, organised by the Council, which he/she is designated to attend; • If assigned to another team/crew in the future, carrying out duties related to such team/crew. The duties of the post are to give to the local authority and to a) The local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive 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 referred to in sub-paragraph (a) of this paragraph under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such officers as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate Inspector, management, administrative, executive, supervisory, advisory and ancillary services 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 and to exercise such powers, functions and duties as may be delegated to him or her by the Chief Executive from time to time. 4. UNIFORM/PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE): As a condition of employment the holder of the post will be required, at all times when on duty, to wear such uniform and /or items of personal protective equipment as are specified from time to time by Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council. 5. SUPERANNUATION CONTRIBUTION: Persons who become pensionable officers / employees 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 / employees 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. 6. HOURS OF WORK: The General Operative, Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, will be required to work 39 hours per week. The holder of the position may also be required to work outside his/her assigned hours of duty. Any work, which the holder of the post is authorised or required to do after completion of a normal day’s work will be paid at the rates as agreed and appropriately sanctioned, or whatever alternative arrangement is applicable. 7. PROBATION: When a person is not already a permanent officer of a Local Authority in the Republic of Ireland and is appointed to a permanent office the following provisions shall apply, that is to say a) There shall be a period after such appointment takes effect during which such person shall hold office on probation; b) Such period shall be one year but the Chief Executive may, at her discretion, extend such period; c) Such person 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 person in such office is satisfactory. 8. ANNUAL LEAVE: Annual leave entitlement for the position of Driver Road Sweeper is 24 days per annum in accordance with Department of Environment, Community and Local Government Circular LG(P) 07/2011. Prior authorisation is essential before annual leave is taken. The granting of annual leave at any particular time is always subject to the requirements of the council and all annual leave is liable to suspension during periods of exceptional pressure. The final decision in allocating leave rests with Management. 9. 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. Dun 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. 10. RECRUITMENT: Pursuant to article 8 of the Local Government (Appointment of Officers) Regulation, 1974, the Minister has given directions as follows: i. Selection of candidates for appointment shall be by means of a competition based on an interview conducted by, or on behalf of the Local Authority. The County Council will not be responsible for any expenses a candidate may incur in attending for interview. The merits of candidates shall be assessed by reference to their suitability for appointment, general knowledge and intelligence with extra credit for educational qualifications and experience of value, if any. ii. DLRCC reserves its right to shortlist candidates, in the manner it deems most appropriate, to proceed to the interview stage of the competition. Shortlisting will be completed on the basis of information supplied on the application form and the likely number of vacancies to be filled. It is therefore in your own interest to provide a detailed and accurate account of your qualifications / experience on the application form. The shortlisting process will provide for the assessment of each applicant’s application form against predetermined criteria that reflect the skills and depth of experience considered to be essential for a position at this level. iii. Panels may be formed on the basis of such interviews. Candidates whose names are on a panel and who satisfy the Council that he/she possess the qualifications declared for the post and that they are otherwise suitable for appointment may within the life of the panel be appointed as appropriate vacancies arise. The life of the panel will not be more than one year reckoned from the date of the formation of the panel unless extended. iv. The Local Authority shall require persons to whom appointments are offered to take up such appointments within a period of not more than one month and if they fail to take up the appointments within such period or such longer period as the Local Authority in its absolute discretion may determine, the Local Authority shall not appoint them. v. An applicant who withdraws his/her application at any stage of the competition will not be permitted to re-enter the competition at a later stage. 11. ADDITIONAL RELEVANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS: • Than National Vetting Bureau (Children and Vulnerable Persons) Act 2012 to 2016 came into effect on 29th April 2016. The Act places a statutory obligation on Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council to ensure that ‘any work or activity which is carried out by a person, a necessary and regular part of which consists mainly of a person having access to, or contact with children or vulnerable persons will be subject of Garda Vetting’. • Subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act 2014, applications will be treated in strict confidence. • It is important to remember that this is a competitive process for a role where integrity is paramount. Sharing information on the selection / interview process e.g. through social media or any other means, may result in a candidate being disqualified from the competition. • Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council does not allow the unsanctioned use of any type of recording equipment on its premises or online interviews. This applies to any form of sound recording and any type of still picture or video recording, whether including sound recording or not, and covers any type of device used for these purposes. • An applicant who is found to be ineligible at any stage of the competition will not be further considered. Provision of inaccurate, untrue or misleading information will lead to disqualification from the competition, withdrawal of an offer of employment or dismissal. • A candidate who does not attend for interview when and where required by the Council, or who does not, when requested, furnish such evidence as Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council require in regard to any matter relevant to their candidature, will no longer be considered for selection. • 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 Dun 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 Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council and your employment will cease with immediate effect. • In the event of an offer of employment each candidate be required to provided evidence that they meet all the criteria as set out above and also on condition of satisfactory references. • For the purpose of satisfying the requirements as to health it will be necessary for successful candidates, before they are appointed, to undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the local authority. • Posts of General Operative will be filled from this advertised competition. Selection shall be by means of a competition conducted by or on behalf of Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council. Candidates should note that the information provided by them in their application form will form the basis on which eligibility and short listing is conducted. Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council reserves the right to undertake eligibility and /or shortlist candidates in the manner it deems most appropriate. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
RCV Operative
The Role: The main duties and responsibilities of the role will include the following: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Civil & Structural Engineer - (Senior Executive Engineer)
THE POSITION The Housing Agency is now seeking applications for a Civil / Structural Engineer to work with the Project and Procurement Teams, within the Built Environment Directorate. The position will be at Senior Executive Engineer level – (LA Scales). This is a permanent post and is based in our offices in Dublin 2. The Housing Agency operates a Blended Working policy. MAIN DUTIES The Government of Ireland published Housing for All, A new Housing Plan for Ireland in 2021, with the aim of accelerating delivery of housing supply. Under Housing for All, The Housing Agency Procurement Section will be expanded and will provide technical services and supports to Local Authorities and AHBs including in procurement models, design and Modern Methods of Construction. The successful candidate will be working as part of a multi-disciplinary construction professional team consisting of Architects, Quantity Surveyors and Engineers The main duties will be: • Applying technical skills appropriate to work assigned including technical advice, procurement services, design, construction stage monitoring of compliance with regulations and standards, and reporting through all stages of project delivery • Support Local Authorities and AHBs with their housing delivery in the most effective ways, including design and build contracts, employer designed contracts, turn-key developments, development agreements, joint ventures and competitive dialogue processes • Assist and support to Local Authorities and AHBs in the development of detailed project briefs • Assist and support to Local Authorities and AHBs in the procurement of consultants, surveyors, site investigations and works contractors • Liaison with local authorities, AHBs, Department of Housing, Housing Delivery Coordination Office, the Office of Government Procurement, and other organisations, including professional bodies in relation to social housing • Assist in the management of construction projects undertaken by the Section • Assist in management and preparation of site feasibility assessments. Assist in the preparation of masterplans, urban design, public realm works and local area plans • Assist in the preparation of planning applications, including liaison with planning authorities and utility providers • Preparation of civil and structural engineering designs, drawings, calculations, schedules, specifications, reports, and associated documentation for housing projects from feasibility through to completion stages. This includes the preparation of Planning Application and Works Requirements Documentation • Tendering, procurement and contract document preparation • Co-ordination and working with clients, planners, building control, health and safety, design teams, architects, engineers, quantity surveyors, assigned certifiers, fire consultants, utilities companies, works contractors, sub contractors and suppliers as required in the design and delivery of housing projects and associated works • Assisting the section in complying with their duties under the Safety, Health, and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations including Design Risk Assessments • Ancillary Certifier duties, co-operation with Assigned and Design Certifier and design, inspection and certification duties as required by BCAR • Monitoring of building works preparing site visit reports and actioning as needed to ensure compliance with Works Requirements and Building Regulations • Coordination of handover and close out information as required • Property inspection and preparation of detailed condition reports, advice and recommendations • Assist and support the Housing Agency remediation schemes including Pyrite Remediation Scheme, Apartments Remediation and the Enhanced Defective Concrete Blocks Grant Scheme • Mentoring, training and sharing of expertise with Projects and Procurement team • Remain aware of and implement new developments and legislative changes in engineering, procurement, and housing and actively engage in continual professional development • Implement the section’s Standard Operation and Quality Control Procedures • Such other duties as may be assigned from time to time by Director of Service and the Chief Executive Officer. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Minimum Requirements: • Minimum Level 8 qualification on the National Framework of Qualifications in Engineering [Civil or Structural] or related discipline, and must be a Chartered Engineer under the requirements of the Building Control Act, 2007 or be able to demonstrate the ability to become Chartered at the earliest opportunity and • Have had since registration at least 8 years in a senior position of satisfactory, experience in a relevant position on construction projects, in particular on the design, detailed design, procurement, contract administration, quality monitoring and building control during construction of housing and apartment projects. SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES • Leadership – o Can work independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team. o Can demonstrate the ability to lead a project and contribute positively to the team’s performance o Strives to develop and implement new ways of working effectively to meet objectives. • Communication Skills – o Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written o Contributes positively to stakeholder meetings and presentations o Able to demonstrate how they effectively engage with a multidisciplinary team and clients ranging from national and local authorities to contractors, tailoring communication styles to the needs of each situation and audience • Delivery of Results – o Can demonstrate the ability to plan and prioritise work in terms of importance, timescales, and other resource constraints, reprioritising considering changing circumstances. o Can demonstrate the ability to produce quality work and their methods of ensuring this is achieved. • Strategic Planning – o Applies relevant technical expertise to a range of possibilities and fully evaluates future implications of current decisions and actions • Specialist Knowledge – o Demonstrate a high level of relevant experience in engineering, project management and construction together with experience of procurement and contract administration in respect of consultant and works contractor engagement o Be able to demonstrate a high standard of ongoing technical training. o IT proficiency including skilled in some or all of the following packages (or equivalents): MS Office, AutoCAD, Revit, Robot/Tekla, Tedds and/or similar o Have a good working knowledge of, or demonstrate the ability to develop a good working knowledge of some or all the following: ▪ Building Regulations and Building Control Regulations ▪ Capital Works Management Frameworks ▪ Building Information Modelling ▪ Health and Safety Regulations ▪ DMURs and other Roads Design Standards ▪ Irish Water Technical Standards ▪ Environmental, Water and Climate Directives ▪ EuroCodes SALARY SCALE – SENIOR EXECUTIVE ENGINEER (LA SCALES) €76,772 – €79,125 – €80,252 – €82,622– €85,011 – €87,394 – €89,793 LSI 1 €92,808 LSI 2 €95,815 New entrants will be appointed on the first point of the scale in line with government policy. Different terms and conditions may apply if immediately before appointment you are a currently serving civil/public servant. Eligibility to compete: Candidates should note that eligibility to compete is open to citizens of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union along with Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway. Swiss citizens under EU agreements may also apply. To qualify candidates must be citizens of the EEA by the date of any job offer. Eligible candidates must be: a) A citizen of the European Economic Area. The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; 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 or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa: or 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: or 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 or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Quantity Surveyor - Senior Executive Engineer
THE HOUSING AGENCY The Housing Agency is a government body working with the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Local Authorities and Approved Housing Bodies (AHBs) in the delivery of housing and housing services. The Agency’s vision is to achieve an integrated housing system, meeting the nation’s housing needs and promoting sustainable communities. It does this by providing evidence-based housing insights and data that inform thinking and policy making; by working with others to enable the delivery of housing solutions and implement programmes and actions in Government housing policy; and by equipping itself and its stakeholders with the capacity required to respond quickly and effectively to challenges in the housing system. The Agency’s work to deliver sustainable and affordable housing for all is framed under three broad themes: SALARY SCALE – SENIOR EXECUTIVE ENGINEER (LA SCALES) €76,772 – €79,125 – €80,252 – €82,622– €85,011 – €87,394 – €89,793 LSI 1 €92,808 LSI 2 €95,815 New entrants will be appointed on the first point of the scale in line with government policy. Different terms and conditions may apply if immediately before appointment you are a currently serving civil/public servant. Eligibility to compete: Candidates should note that eligibility to compete is open to citizens of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union along with Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway. Swiss citizens under EU agreements may also apply. To qualify candidates must be citizens of the EEA by the date of any job offer. Eligible candidates must be: a) A citizen of the European Economic Area. The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; 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 or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or 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; or 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 or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
