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Job Summary Nua Healthcare Services (Nua) is one of Ireland’s leading Private Healthcare Providers, specialising in Residential and Supported Living Services, to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support needs. We support people in reaching their full potential, to have a meaningful life through the supports of the services we provide to them. We are seeking applications from energetic and enthusiastic individuals to join our team for the above positions. The successful candidate will be afforded all necessary training and development in line with the role. Candidates must be highly motivated and creative, with a passion for engaging with people who use our service daily. Candidates will contribute to enriching the lives of those we support. Benefits of Joining Nua Healthcare! CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Production Operative
At ABP, we are committed to people who are aligned to our core values and passionate about our industry. With over 3000 employees across Ireland, our people are integral to how we do business. It’s imperative that we are as dedicated to our team as they are to us. No matter what stage of their career we empower our people to take ownership in their roles. We are committed to developing and upskilling our people across all areas of our business, leading the change and bringing the next generation of leaders join us at the forefront. Production Operative We are looking for Production Operatives to join our growing production teams. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate. You will receive in house training. Candidate Requirements The Role As part of the Boning Hall team you will be required to: · Work on own initiative and as part of a team. · Meet production targets. · Physical role with lifting and carrying techniques. · Packing orders within our packing hall · Using tools such as knives and saws · Overseeing automated processing equipment. · Working on an disassembly line · Other similar activities onsite. Further specific role details available on enquiry. Standard 40 hour working week. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Meat De-Boner
Meat Deboners Required for; ABP Slaney/Slaney Foods International Role Description: The successful candidates will work as part of the factory processing team producing meat to fulfil production targets on a daily and weekly basis. This role is essential to maintaining the maximum required line-speed and breaking the carcass into suitable portions for follow-on trimmers / operatives down the line. Successful candidates will be required to: Work on own initiative and as part of a team. Have excellent knife skills and in-depth knowledge of the butchery trade. Must have the ability to fully debone an entire carcass (both hind quarter and fore quarter) and separate all cuts at maximum line-speed. Moving the carcasses around the meat areas, without damaging the meat, and putting them on a production line. Using tools such as knives and saws to break up, split and de-bone carcasses. Cut, trim and prepare meat cuts to specific meat and industry specification. Have an understanding of product/customer specification and possess the ability to meet these specifications while managing high volumes and challenging production targets. Physical role including lifting and standing. In addition to skilled knife use, knifemen must be able to operate cleavers, meat saws, band saws and other equipment to perform meat cutting. Cut, trim and prepare meat cuts to specific meat and industry specification. Further specific role details available on enquiry. Skills: Work on own initiative and as part of a team. Good communication skills., Willingness to learn Standard 39 hour working week. Minimum Annual Remuneration €34,000 CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Support Pharmacist
About us McCabes Pharmacy is one of Ireland's most loved Pharmacy providers, pioneering truly innovative services over the past 40 years. We are founded on values of compassionate care, advice you can trust, speedy service and excellent value for money. The patient and customer are truly at the heart of what we do. The teams that serve our customers are central to our organisation. Our commitment to our staff is to enable them to develop their careers and to have as many opportunities to be the best they can be. We support our team with continuing education, great working conditions, flexibility and good incentives and benefits and a fun loving working environment. If you think you could flourish along side us, please apply. Why work for McCabes Pharmacy? We believe if you succeed, we succeed and together we grow. When you Join our pharmacist team you will get all the support you need to thrive and be successful - from our comprehensive onboarding, purposed built training programmes designed by your industry peers to readily available Legal support. Our Benefits Include: The main duties of these roles include: · To operate the dispensary in accordance with all the legal responsibilities pertaining to the profession of pharmacy · To exercise all aspects of law, ethics and codes of practice as laid down by the Irish Pharmaceutical Society. · To provide a safe and efficient dispensing service to all customers in accordance with McCabes Pharmacy guidelines. · To ensure the safe and effective delivery of medicines to all customers · To interact with other health professionals · Actively support management of the Monthly submissions to Payment Boards The behaviours we seek & encourage: · Innovative – seeks to deliver opportunities to assist the business to develop. · An understanding of effective budget & stock management. · Excellent communication skills and capable of working on own initiative. · Ability to build a strong working relationship with all team members in the pharmacy. · Ability to prioritise and work in a confidential environment with a high attention to detail. · Positive can-do attitude and a willingness to learn. The successful candidate will: · Have a good business acumen. · Be highly organised. · Be competent and able to work under pressure. · Have excellent interpersonal skills. · Be customer focused. · Have a willingness to support the Supervising Pharmacist in the delivery of services. Essential Criteria: Must hold a PSI approved Pharmacy Qualification and be registered with the Pharmaceutical Society of Ireland. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Fresh Meat Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the Meat Department operates efficiently and effectively at all times and provide our customers with excellent quality and products and services. The ideal candidate will have/be: Excellent communication skills Numerical skill Customer focused A passion for food and the ability to inspire shoppers The ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment,ability to multi-task under pressure No previous experience necessary as training will be provided Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Drive sales through ensuring SOPs and store standards are met on a daily basis Merchandise and present department to the highest standard Implement planograms correctly Control stock rotation so that quality and freshness of goods is of the highest standard Manage waste and shrink in the department Ensure continuous improvement in the Meat Department by remaining up to date with new products and initiatives Enhance product knowledge by gaining information from a range of sources and share ideas, suggestions and builds Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working
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Administrative Officer
Summary of Position The purpose of this post is to provide high-level administrative support to Waterford and Wexford Education and Training Board. The successful candidate(s) will support the delivery of quality services, as per the organisation’s remit, working with colleagues across WWETB and the broader community, including Schools and Further Education and Training Centres. WWETB constantly strives to improve the quality and effectiveness of its services and systems, across a number of functions, including in its Schools, Further Education and Training Centres, Finance, Human Resources and Corporate Services. The work of WWETB will be supported through a number of duties and responsibilities, as outlined below. The post is responsible for the management and oversight of FET buildings and facilities management and related contract across Waterford and Wexford. To include management of building works, repairs and upgrade projects, management of leases and contracts relating to the general repair, maintenance and upkeep of facilities. The role includes responsibility for delivery on energy and carbon reduction targets on our facilities in line with national targets for 2030 and 2050. Essential Requirements for Grade VII post holders • Have the requisite knowledge, skills and competencies to carry out the role. Competencies will be informed by best practice Public Appointment Service competency frameworks for the Irish Public Service; • Be capable and competent of fulfilling the role to a high standard; • Have obtained at least Grade D3 in five subjects in the Leaving Certificate Examination (higher, ordinary, applied or vocational programmes) or equivalent or have passed an examination at the appropriate level within the QQI qualifications framework which can be assessed as being of a comparable to Leaving Certificate standard or equivalent or higher or have appropriate relevant experience which encompasses equivalent skills and expertise; • Oral Irish – It may be a requirement of the post that the candidate possesses a competency in Oral Irish, to the satisfaction of the Chief Executive of the ETB/to the satisfaction of the IOT. Where there is a requirement for competency in Oral Irish in respect of a post it will be specified in the advertisement for that post. Desirable Criteria • Level 8 qualification in Architecture, Engineering, QS or similar relevant to the role • Minimum 5 years previous experience in a relevant buildings, facilities infrastructural management role • MS Office skills (Word, excel, PowerPoint) • Ability to work under pressure • Self-motivating, flexible and results focussed • Ability to prioritise and manage work in a dynamic and fast paced environment • Goal oriented in a manner that ensures work is comprehensively completed Main Duties • Delivery of Capital projects • Ensure works are compliant with all regulations and requirements • Develop strong working relationships with stakeholders • Maintain all building and project records to meet legal and regulatory requirements including building Safety files • Manage the leasing, renewals, licences of buildings and lands • Assist WWETB in developing a strategy for the development and management of the FET Estate. • Manage all reporting and information requests from SOLAS and DFHERIS in relation to WETB FET building portfolio. • Support the strategic development of the Buildings team within WWETB to support the needs of the organisation. • Assist WWETB in pursuing a sustainability agenda and meeting targets as set out in Ireland’s Climate Action Plan 2019 • Engage with DFHERIS, SOLAS, Department of Education and other capital programme funding agents and stakeholders to represent the WWETB, as appropriate. Salary Salary will be paid in accordance with such rates as may be authorised by the Minister for Education from time to time for Grade VII positions. Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Education. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. Please refer to https://www.wwetb.ie/about/organisation/human-resources/pay/ for current salary scale. Successful candidates will be paid at point 01 of the salary scale unless they have previous relevant public sector service in experience. Application Form Applications must be made on the official Administrative Officer Application Form and all sections must be completed in full. When completing the application form accuracy is essential as the information supplied in the form will play a central part in the selection process. Applications can be accessed via: https://www.wwetb.ie/about/organisation/human-resources/vacancies/ Shortlisting WWETB is an Equal Opportunities Employer. WWETB 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 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. Canvassing will automatically disqualify. Interview Selection, from shortlisted candidates, shall be by means of a competition based on an interview conducted by WWETB. WWETB Core Values of Respect, Accountability, Learner Focus, Quality and Sustainability are the guiding principles of the organisation and underpin the competencies required to fulfil this role. The interview will be competency based and marks will be awarded under the following Core Competencies identified for the position of Administrative Officer Grade VII: • Team Leadership • Analysis and Decision Making • Management and Delivery of Results • Interpersonal and Communication Skills • Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self Development • Drive and Commitment to Public Service Values These core competencies are assessed and awarded marks by demonstrating the following key skills sets: Team Leadership • Works with the team to facilitate high performance, developing clear and realistic objectives and addressing any performance issues if they arise • Provides clear information and advice as to what is required of the team • Strives to develop and implement new ways of working effectively to meet objectives • Leads the team by example, coaching and supporting individuals as required • Places high importance on staff development, training and maximising skills and capacity of team • Is flexible and willing to adapt, positively contributing to the implementation of change Analysis and Decision Making • Gathers and analyses information from relevant sources, whether financial, numerical or otherwise weighing up a range of critical factors • Takes account of any broader issues and related implications when making decisions • Uses previous knowledge and experience in order to guide decisions • Makes sound decisions with a well reasoned rationale and stands by these • Puts forward solutions to address problems Management and Delivery of Results • Takes responsibility and is accountable for the delivery of agreed objectives • Successfully manages a range of different projects and work activities at the same time • Structures and organises their own and others work effectively • Is logical and pragmatic in approach, delivering the best possible results with the resources available • Delegates work effectively, providing clear information and evidence as to what is required • Proactively identifies areas for improvement and develops practical suggestions for their implementation • Demonstrates enthusiasm for new developments/changing work practices and strives to implement these changes effectively • Applies appropriate systems/processes to enable quality checking of all activities and outputs • Practices and promotes a strong focus on delivering high quality customer service, for internal and external customers Interpersonal and Communication Skills • Builds and maintains contact with colleagues and other stakeholders to assist in performing role • Acts as an effective link between staff and senior management • Encourages open and constructive discussions around work issues • Projects conviction, gaining buy-in by outlining relevant information and selling the benefits • Treats others with diplomacy, tact, courtesy and respect, even in challenging circumstances • Presents information clearly, concisely and confidently when speaking and in writing Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self Development • Has a clear understanding of the roles, objectives and targets of self and team and how they fit into the work of the unit and Department/Organisation and effectively communicates this to others • Has high levels of expertise and broad Public Sector knowledge relevant to his/her area of work • Focuses on self development, striving to improve performance Drive and Commitment to Public Service Values • Strives to perform at a high level, investing significant energy to achieve agreed objectives • Demonstrates resilience in the face of challenging circumstances and high demands • Is personally trustworthy and can be relied upon • Ensures that customers are at the heart of all services provided • Upholds high standards of honest, ethics and integrity Additional Information Citizenship • Candidates should note that eligibility to compete for posts is open to citizens of the European Economic Area (EEA) or to non-EEA nationals with a valid work permit. The EEA consists of Member States of the European Union along with Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway. • Swiss citizens under EU agreements may also apply. Health & Character • Those under consideration for a position may at the discretion of the employer be required to complete a health and character declaration and a Garda Vetting form. • References will be sought. • Canvassing will disqualify. • Some posts require special security clearance. • In the event of potential conflicts of interest, candidates may not be considered for certain posts.
Executive Planner
DESCRIPTION OF THE POST The Executive Planner will be responsible for implementing programmes of work in the Planning & Property Development Department and for providing a multiplicity of planning and related services. The Executive Planner may be assigned to other Wexford County Council Sections to undertake relevant work. Executive Planner positions are multi-faceted and may include some or all of the following key service areas: • Forward Planning and Strategic Projects • Development Management • Enforcement • Community Planning • Biodiversity • Transport Planning • Conservation/Heritage Planning ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POST 1. 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, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, ETC. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) hold a qualification in Planning (at least level 8 in the National Framework of Qualifications) (b) have at least five years satisfactory experience of planning work; (c) possess a high standard of technical training and experience and (d) possess a high standard of administrative experience. 4. CITIZENSHIP: Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). 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 UK 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 the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa THE PERSON The person appointed will be able to clearly demonstrate the key competencies as set out in this Booklet. In addition, the successful candidate will possess the following: • An ability to work within teams, including multi-disciplinary teams; • Good planning, operational and project management skills; • Good communication/presentation and interpersonal skills; • Good knowledge, or the ability to quickly acquire good knowledge, of local government functions, services and activities particularly in relation to planning and development; • Good working knowledge of planning legislation, regulations, guidelines and the principles, practices and techniques of planning; • A good working knowledge and understanding of planning; • An ability to work under pressure and to think laterally, maintaining a solution orientated mind-set in dealing with a wide range of issues; • Good report writing skills and strong IT skills; • An ability to achieve delivery of competing demands within prescribed timelines and deadlines. • The ability to work well with Local Representatives and the public. DUTIES OF THE POST The duties of the post are to give the local authority and:- (a) such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the City and County Management Acts, 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 subparagraph (a) of this paragraph, under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such other employee as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, 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 Director of Service, or other appropriate professional employee, in the supervision of the planning or ancillary 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 employee of higher rank during the absence of such employee of higher rank. The key duties and responsibilities of the post include but are not limited to, the following: - (i) Assessment and making of recommendations on planning applications in line with all relevant national, regional and local plans/policies, and in accordance with the appropriate legislation and guidelines as required. (ii) Conducting pre-application consultations and provision of planning advice to members of the public, internal departments and to the elected members, in an efficient and flexible manner; (iii) Preparation and implementation of the County Development Plan, local area plans, planning schemes and other planning related reports as required; (iv) Liaising and working with neighbouring planning authorities and other public authorities on all aspects of implementation; (v) Monitoring and reporting on implementation progress, including gathering/analysis of development and market activity; (vi) Monitoring and assisting with the preparation and review of plans, local area plans etc; (vii) Traffic and transport planning; (viii) Preparation of policy and reports as required on a wide variety of conservation related matters; (ix) Building and maintaining co-operative working relationships and supervision of staff as required; (x) Working with communities on plans and strategies including heritage and bio-diversity (xi) Such duties as may be assigned from time to time. Essential Skills and Experience: The ideal candidate for the position shall have: • satisfactory Planning Experience • the ability to work under pressure (both independently and as part of team) • the ability to work with multidisciplinary teams • the ability to self-motivate to achieve good performance • the ability to motivate, empower, encourage and achieve maximum efficiency and value for money from the personnel and processes under his/ her control • a track record of delivering results • an understanding of Local Authority services and structures in Ireland or have the ability to quickly acquire same • excellent interpersonal, communication and influencing skills • good knowledge and awareness of statutory obligations of Health and Safety Legislation the implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace • the skills to schedule/programme the carrying out of work • an understanding of the role and duties of managers in safety management in the workplace • good general ICT skills • a focus on the customer and on service improvement including taking ownership and resolving issues arising Candidates must also: • have the knowledge and ability to discharge the duties of the post concerned • be suitable on the grounds of character • be suitable in all other relevant respects for appointment to the post concerned; candidates, if successful, will not be appointed to the post unless they: • agree to undertake the duties attached to the post and accept the conditions under which the duties are, or may be required to be, performed, are fully competent and available to undertake, and fully capable of undertaking, the duties attached to the position. CONDITIONS OF SERVICE 1. Tenure: The post, whether temporary or permanent, is whole-time and pensionable. Persons who become pensionable 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 dependent or qualified children). All persons who become pensionable employees of a Local Authority will be required in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Children’s Contributory Pension) Scheme to contribute to the Local Authority at the rate of 1.5% of their 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 dependent or qualified children) in accordance with the terms of the Scheme. For new entrants under the Single Public Service Pension Scheme effective from 01/01/2013, superannuation contributions are 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration and 3% of pensionable remuneration. 2. Probation: Where a person who is not already a permanent employee of Wexford County Council is appointed, the following provisions shall apply:- (a) there shall be a period after such appointment takes effect during which such person shall hold such employment on probation; (b) such period shall be 6 months, but the Chief Executive may, at his discretion, extend such period; (c) such person shall cease to hold such employment at the end of the period of probation, unless during such period the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such person is satisfactory. 3. Salary: The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the post 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 employment or in respect of services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. An allowance may also be payable in respect of travel expenses and subsistence. €57,909 - €80,498 (LSI 2) Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Environment, Community and Local Government. Appointees who are not existing public servants will enter at the minimum point of the scale. 4. Health: For the purpose of satisfying the requirement as to health, it will be necessary for successful candidates, before being appointed, to undergo at their expense, a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the local authority. Defects reported as a result of this examination must be remedied before appointment. On taking up appointment, the expense of the medical examination will be refunded to the candidate. 5. Retirement / Superannuation: Single Public Service Pension Scheme: Effective from 1st January 2013, The Single Public Service Scheme applies to all first-time new entrants to the public service, as well as to former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks. All new entrants to pensionable public service employment on or after 1 January 2013 are, in general, members of the Single Scheme. Pension Age: Minimum pension age of 66 years (rising to 67 and 68 in line with State Pension age changes). Scheme Members must retire at the age of 70 years. New entrants to the public service appointed on or after 1st April, 2004. Retirement Age will be determined by the terms of the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 2004. The Act introduces new retirement provisions for new entrants to the public service appointed on or after 1st April, 2004. For new entrants there is no compulsory retirement age and 65 is the earliest age at which retirement benefits can be paid. In all other cases, 60 years is the minimum retirement age, with 65 years being the maximum retirement age. 6. Safe Pass Card: Successful candidates will be required to have a valid Safe Pass Card prior to taking up duty. 7. Driving Licence: When required to do so holders of the office may be required to drive a motor car in the course of their duties and should therefore, hold a full driving licence for class B vehicles free from endorsement and disqualification. 8. Residence: The holder of the post shall reside in the district in which his or her duties are to be performed, or within a reasonable distance thereof. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Assistant Planner
QUALIFICATIONS 1. 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, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, ETC. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) hold a qualification in Planning (at least Level 8 in the National Framework of Qualifications) (b) have at least two years satisfactory relevant experience of planning work and (c) possess a high standard of technical training and experience 4. CITIZENSHIP: Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). 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 UK 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 the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa PERSON PROFILE DUTIES: The duties of the post are to give the local authority and: - (a) such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the City and County Management Acts, 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 subparagraph (a) of this paragraph, under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such other employee as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, 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 Director of Service, or other appropriate professional employee, in the supervision of the planning or ancillary 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 employee of higher rank during the absence of such employee of higher rank. The ideal candidate should have a very good technical knowledge base and experience of planning policy and practices to include the following non exhaustive list of duties: • An ability to engage a wide and varied planning application caseload; • Assess and make recommendations on planning applications in line with all relevant national, regional and local plans and policies and in accordance with appropriate legislation and guidelines; • Conduct pre-application consultations and provide planning advice to members of the public, internal departments and elected members; • Undertake site visits related to planning applications, condition compliance planning enforcement, derelict sites, vacant sites etc. as required; • Provide reports on enforcement cases, derelict sites, and vacant sites, as required; • Prepare Development Plans and Local Area Plans and other planning policy reports and studies; • Analyse spatial and demographic information to discern trends in population, land use employment etc., to inform policy development; • Develop and implement measures to promote regeneration; • Input to inter-disciplinary projects dealing with land-use, transport, environment etc; • Represent the Council at meetings with staff, elected members, community/general interest groups, businesses and residents, as required; • Build and maintain cooperative working relationships; • Any other associated duties as may be assigned from time to time. Candidates must also: • have the knowledge and ability to discharge the duties of the post concerned; • be suitable on the grounds of character; • be suitable in all other relevant respects for appointment to the post concerned; candidates, if successful, will not be appointed to the post unless they: • agree to undertake the duties attached to the post and accept the conditions under which the duties are, or may be required to be, performed; • are fully competent and available to undertake, and fully capable of undertaking, the duties attached to the position. COMPETENCIES FOR THE POST Key Competencies for the post include the following and candidates will be expected to demonstrate sufficient evidence within their application form of competence under each of these. Please take particular note of these when completing the application form as any short-listing or interview processes will be based on the information provided by candidates: Management and Change Strategic Ability Displays the ability to think and act strategically. Can translate strategy into operational plans and outputs. Evaluates capacity and performance against objectives. Demonstrates innovation and creativity to secure successful strategic outcomes. Political Awareness Has a clear understanding of the political reality and context of the organisation. Networking and Representing Develops and maintains positive and beneficial relationships with a range of stakeholders. Builds networks of technical and professional contacts. Promotes and sustains an appropriate, positive, and cohesive image for the organisation it represents. Bringing about Change Demonstrates flexibility and an openness to change. Develops and initiates change management programmes to meet end objectives. Influences others and fosters commitment to change. Delivering Results Problem Solving and Decision Making Can pinpoint critical information and address issues logically. Understands the context and impact of decisions made. Acts decisively and makes timely, informed and effective decisions. Operational Planning Contributes to operational plans and develops team plans in line with priorities and actions for their area of operations. Delegates, tracks and monitors activity. Establishes high quality service and customer care standards. Managing Resources Manages the allocation, use and evaluation of resources to ensure they are used effectively to deliver on operational plans. Drives and promotes reduction in cost and minimisation of waste. Delivering Quality Outcomes Promotes the achievement of quality outcomes in delivering services. Organises the delivery of services to meet or exceed the required standard. Evaluates the outcomes achieved, identifies learning and implements improvements required. Performance through People Leading and Motivating Motivates others individually and in teams to deliver high quality work and customer focused outcomes. Develops the competence of team members and helps them meet their full potential. Leads by example in terms of commitment, flexibility and a strong customer service ethos. Managing Performance Effectively manages performance including underperformance or conflict. Empowers and encourages people to deliver their part of the operational plan. Communicating Effectively Recognises the value of communicating effectively with all employees. Actively listens to others. Has highly effective verbal and written communication skills. Presents ideas clearly and effectively to individuals and groups. Personal Effectiveness Relevant Knowledge Keeps up to date with current developments, trends and best practice in their area of responsibility. Demonstrates the required specialist knowledge, understanding and training for the role Has strong knowledge and understanding in relation to statutory obligations of Health and Safety legislation and its application in the workplace. Resilience and Personal Well Being Demonstrates appropriate and positive self- confidence. Remains calm under pressure and operates effectively in an environment with significant complexity and pace. Integrity Behaves in an honest, trustworthy and respectful manner and is transparent, fair and consistent in dealing with others Personal Motivation, Initiative and Achievement Is enthusiastic about the role and sets challenging goals to achieve high quality outcomes. Is self- motivated and persistent when faced with difficulties. Engages in regular critical reflection in order to identify how own performance can be improved. CONDITIONS OF SERVICE 1. Tenure: The post, whether temporary or permanent, is whole-time and pensionable. Persons who become pensionable 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 dependent or qualified children). All persons who become pensionable employees of a Local Authority will be required in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Children’s Contributory Pension) Scheme to contribute to the Local Authority at the rate of 1.5% of their 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 dependent or qualified children) in accordance with the terms of the Scheme. For new entrants under the Single Public Service Pension Scheme effective from 01/01/2013, superannuation contributions are 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration and 3% of pensionable remuneration. 2. Probation: Where a person who is not already a permanent employee of Wexford County Council is appointed, the following provisions shall apply:- (a) there shall be a period after such appointment takes effect during which such person shall hold such employment on probation; (b) such period shall be 6 months, but the Chief Executive may, at his discretion, extend such period; (c) such person shall cease to hold such employment at the end of the period of probation, unless during such period the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such person is satisfactory. 3. Salary: The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the post 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 employment or in respect of services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. An allowance may also be payable in respect of travel expenses and subsistence. €45,802- €71,185 (LSI 2) Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Environment, Community and Local Government. Appointees who are not existing public servants will enter at the minimum point of the scale. 4. Health: For the purpose of satisfying the requirement as to health, it will be necessary for successful candidates, before being appointed, to undergo at their expense, a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the local authority. Defects reported as a result of this examination must be remedied before appointment. On taking up appointment, the expense of the medical examination will be refunded to the candidate. 5. Retirement / Superannuation: Single Public Service Pension Scheme: Effective from 1st January 2013, The Single Public Service Scheme applies to all first-time new entrants to the public service, as well as to former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks. All new entrants to pensionable public service employment on or after 1 January 2013 are, in general, members of the Single Scheme. Pension Age: Minimum pension age of 66 years (rising to 67 and 68 in line with State Pension age changes). Scheme Members must retire at the age of 70 years. New entrants to the public service appointed on or after 1st April, 2004. Retirement Age will be determined by the terms of the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 2004. The Act introduces new retirement provisions for new entrants to the public service appointed on or after 1st April, 2004. For new entrants there is no compulsory retirement age and 65 is the earliest age at which retirement benefits can be paid. In all other cases, 60 years is the minimum retirement age, with 70 years being the maximum retirement age. 6. Safe Pass Card Successful candidates will be required to have a valid Safe Pass Card prior to taking up duty. 7. Driving Licence When required to do so holders of the office may be required to drive a motor car in the course of their duties and should therefore, hold a full driving licence for class B vehicles free from endorsement and disqualification. 8. Residence: The holder of the post shall reside in the district in which his or her duties are to be performed, or within a reasonable distance thereof. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
