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Mystery Shoppers - Required Nationwide! Looking to earn an extra income? Would you like to earn cash while you shop? Customer Perceptions are recruiting Mystery Shoppers across Ireland. Flexible working hours are available to suit your needs. All you need is: ✅ Good observational skills ✅ The ability to recognise outstanding customer service ✅ A strong grasp of written and spoken English Click Apply Now to submit your application today! Don't have a current CV? No worries - Just click Apply Now and upload your letter of introduction through the cv section OR Click HERE to view the JobAlert.ie CV templates section and build your CV today! 🛑 IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE A RESPONSE WITHIN 4 WORKING DAYS OF SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION PLEASE DOUBLE-CHECK YOUR SPAM OR JUNK FOLDER 🛑
Age Testers
Are you aged 18-20? Interested in joining our Panel of Age Testers? Age Testers – Nationwide - No Experience Necessary. Our organisation works with businesses of all sizes to help them measure and improve performance with regard to ID checks and other operational and compliance standards. This is a part-time, flexible role that is ideal to fit in and around other work or studies. Jobs are allocated and paid on a per-audit basis. Our clients take the issue of sales very seriously and require help to ensure that ID-checking policies are adhered to. The research enables clients to address breaches and to provide updated training to their staff where required. Click Apply Now to submit your application today! Interested but don't have a current CV? Just upload a letter of introduction instead, listing your Name / Location and Email address and the team will get back to you!
Dispensing Optician
Salary: Competitive basic depending on your experience PLUS €5,000 Welcome Bonus Working Hours: Full or part time Experience Level: Must have previous experience working in an optician Come and join our accomplished team as a Dispensing Optician at Specsavers Castlebar, where we are at the height of customer care. Join us and help work to ensure every single one of our customers receives the very best patient experience. We’re community-focused and we need someone ready to use their passion, skills and experience to build on our ever-growing and loyal customer base. Our Dispensing Opticians are the face of our clinic on the shop floor and usually an integral part of our store management team, so we’re keen to get you up to speed with management responsibilities. With ILM courses, pre-reg supervision and Specsavers Partnership Pathway available, we can guide you on your way to becoming a great leader. This – along with your clinical expertise – will stand you in good stead if you choose to become a store director yourself one day. We’re dedicated to our customers, but what really makes this role stand out is that we offer a workplace with a difference - where people grow both personally and professionally. What’s on offer? Then there’s you Alongside being a qualified and CORU registered Dispensing Optician, we are searching for someone who shares our store’s ethos. Someone who wants to grow, develop and offer exceptional customer care along the way. We want a practitioner who prides themselves on their clinical judgment, that isn’t afraid of a hands-on approach and who is keen to get involved and build rapport with the rest of the team. In summary, we’re looking for a skilled Dispensing Optician to join us, be part of the team and assist in driving our practice forward. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Healthcare Assistant
What we Offer Salary range for this position is €15.39 – €17.12 per hour depending on experience Before 8am and after 8pm - from €19.23 p/h Sunday - from €23.00 p/h Public Holidays - from €30.80 p/h Paid inter-client mileage Sick pay scheme Maternity and paternity pay scheme Excellent working conditions Holiday pay at a rate of 8% of hours worked. PRSA Pension scheme available Bike to Work Scheme Employee Assistance Programme A commitment to the on-going training and development of all employees Overall Purpose of Job -The purpose of the role is to enable the Members to achieve maximum independence in all aspects of daily living, by providing assistance in one or more of the following areas: personal care, domestic assistance, social and educational assistance, travel and companionship. -Role takes place in the homes and communities of our Members. Liaison -There are several key relationships, which should be fostered and developed for the successful implementation of this role. Liaise and coordinate with other identified Home carers as required and maintain close communication with the ALS Coordinator / Scheduling staff Training and Qualifications, required · Minimum of 5 modules completed of the Major Award at QQI Level 5 in either Community & Health Services, Health Service Skills or Healthcare Support or other relevant qualification. · Experience of working with people in a caring role ( essential) · SNA QQI level 5 or Childcare QQI level 5 - (advantage) · Be reliable, trustworthy, and always maintain confidentiality · Demonstrate excellent communication skills with a good level of spoken and written English · Full Drivers Licence and access to your own car ( essential) . Behaviours · Person centred approach · An ability to build strong relationships · Strong customer service focus · Flexible approach to work · High level of confidentiality Competencies · Communicating and Influencing · Motivating and Empowering · Planning and Organising · Quality and Customer Focus and Accountability Ranked 1st on the Irish Healthcare Centre Awards 2023 Homecare / Assisted Living Provider Of The Year and the highest-ranking charity organisation on the Irish Independent “Best Employer” list 2023. IWA is committed to promoting, maintaining, and adding to our diverse and inclusive work environment and would encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Documentary evidence of your relevant qualification(s) will be required in advance of or during the recruitment process. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Healthcare Assistant
What we Offer Salary range for this position is €15.39 – €17.12 per hour depending on experience Before 8am and after 8pm - from €19.23 p/h Sunday - from €23.00 p/h Public Holidays - from €30.80 p/h Paid inter-client mileage Sick pay scheme Maternity and paternity pay scheme Excellent working conditions Holiday pay at a rate of 8% of hours worked. PRSA Pension scheme available Bike to Work Scheme Employee Assistance Programme A commitment to the on-going training and development of all employees Overall Purpose of Job -The purpose of the role is to enable the Members to achieve maximum independence in all aspects of daily living, by providing assistance in one or more of the following areas: personal care, domestic assistance, social and educational assistance, travel and companionship. -Role takes place in the homes and communities of our Members. Liaison -There are several key relationships, which should be fostered and developed for the successful implementation of this role. Liaise and coordinate with other identified Home carers as required and maintain close communication with the ALS Coordinator / Scheduling staff Training and Qualifications, required · Minimum of 5 modules completed of the Major Award at QQI Level 5 in either Community & Health Services, Health Service Skills or Healthcare Support or other relevant qualification. · Experience of working with people in a caring role ( essential) · SNA QQI level 5 or Childcare QQI level 5 - (advantage) · Be reliable, trustworthy, and always maintain confidentiality · Demonstrate excellent communication skills with a good level of spoken and written English · Full Drivers Licence and access to your own car ( essential) . Behaviours · Person centred approach · An ability to build strong relationships · Strong customer service focus · Flexible approach to work · High level of confidentiality Competencies · Communicating and Influencing · Motivating and Empowering · Planning and Organising · Quality and Customer Focus and Accountability Ranked 1st on the Irish Healthcare Centre Awards 2023 Homecare / Assisted Living Provider Of The Year and the highest-ranking charity organisation on the Irish Independent “Best Employer” list 2023. IWA is committed to promoting, maintaining, and adding to our diverse and inclusive work environment and would encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Documentary evidence of your relevant qualification(s) will be required in advance of or during the recruitment process. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Dog Groomers and Groomers Assistants
Petmania Grooming Studios is currently the largest and most successful grooming business in the country and boasts some of the most talented and committed Groomers available. We run busy energetic grooming studios where you will be expected to not only groom our canine customers to a very high standard, but treat our human customers with the same level of customer service you would like to receive yourself. The successful candidates will join the experienced grooming team in their local store, and take part in all grooming activities including; If you would like to join this team, you must hold a QQI level 5 or City and Guilds in Grooming and have at least 1 year’s practical experience in a grooming role. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Retail Assistants
Established over 160 years ago, Shaws has become a trusted, much loved brand and one of Ireland's leading department store retailers. An Irish family-owned business to this day, we enjoy a rich heritage that is steeped in tradition. Our goal is to provide quality products, unmatched service and expert knowledge for all our customers nationwide. Job Purpose: To assist and serve customers with the purchase of retail products. To care for the stock, including its administration, storage, presentation and security. Main Duties: · Ensure customers are looked after promptly and politely, answering any queries that they may have. · Adhere to till procedures. · Merchandise stock in the correct manner · Replenish stock on display where required. · Receive, check and stock deliveries. · Ensure store fixtures and fittings are clean and presentable at all times. · Maintain a high level of security for both cash and stock. · Complete stock counts and audits as necessary · Compile orders from suppliers as required. · Observe all Health & Safety procedures and protocols. The Successful Candidate: · Must have a passion for retail and thrive on customer interaction. · Will be positive and motivated. · Will be an excellent communicator who enjoys working as part of a team. · Will be reliable and a good timekeeper. Previous experience is an advantage however full training will be provided. Applicants must be fully flexible to work shifts over a 7 day roster. Availability for midweek shifts is essential. If this sounds like your next ideal career move, then we would love to hear from you. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Customer Services Advisor
€13.85 per hour Love all things motoring and cycling? Great with customers? Your knack with customers and boundless enthusiasm for cars and bikes is what will lead you to success in this role. Ideally, you’ll already have some experience of fitting car parts and of cycle repair, even as a hobby. Either way, we have training in place to get you the skills you need – you’ll be delivering market-leading standards of service, after all You’ll soon be working on customers’ vehicles in our car park and on bikes in-store, helping us wow every customer. This role delivers a wide range of fitting services, including car parts fitting, technology fitting, cycle building and cycle servicing. We’ll help you develop your practical problem-solving skills alongside your ability to work quickly and efficiently. Ideally, you already have Retail experience but if you can demonstrate experience of tailoring your approach in a customer focused sales environment, we can help you with the rest. We invest heavily in training to give our colleagues skills to develop their careers, so whatever career path you want to follow and whatever pace you want to progress, we have the support here to help you make your ambitions a reality, whether it’s in Retail or elsewhere in the Group. To be successful in this role you will need: We’re in an exciting chapter as a leading retailer of motoring and cycling products and services. Join us in our mission to keep the nation moving safely and be part of our success story. Not sure you meet all the criteria? We'd encourage you to take the wheel and apply anyway! At Halfords we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for our colleagues. We're an equal opportunities employer and proud to welcome applications from all backgrounds and embrace diversity within our one Halfords Family. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
General Assistant
Job Overview As a Retail Operative your role is vital to the ongoing success of the branch. Whether it be picking the right part first time in our Warehouse, serving our customers on our retail counter, or delivering parts to our customers directly the role of a General Assistant is a varied and exciting one. Through your role, you will work to ensure that the branch achieves high performance and operational standards which will ultimately ensure that we deliver our Customer Promise. Why work for LKQ We are a people first organisation for our colleagues, the customer is at the heart of everything we do, and in turn we put our colleagues at the forefront of our business. As with many of our roles, we are happy to talk about flexible working options, we are committed to supporting a healthy worklife balance. We’re looking for people who love what they do, are passionate about delivering only the very best and make it their business to excel, whatever their role. We strive to support all our employees through their individual career paths and thrive within our business. Key Responsibilities CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Retained Fire Fighter
Mayo County Council is the Fire Authority for all of County Mayo and, as such, is required to make reasonable provision for the prompt and efficient extinguishing of fires occurring in buildings and other places and for the protection and rescue of persons and property from injury by fire. Mayo County Council, with one of the largest fire authority areas in the country, employs 150 retained Fire Fighters and has Fire Brigade units located at Castlebar, Ballina, Westport, Claremorris, Ballinrobe, Ballyhaunis, Swinford, Kiltimagh, Achill Sound, Belmullet, Crossmolina and Charlestown. We are currently now inviting applications from candidates who are passionate in supporting and serving their local communities, for the position of Retained Firefighter. Panels will be created for positions in our Fire Brigade units in Castlebar, Ballina, Westport, Ballinrobe, Ballyhaunis, Achill Sound, Crossmolina and Charlestown. In most circumstances a Retained Firefighter has another job / career and provides on-call cover for a minimum of 24 weeks in the year for the Fire Service either from home, or in some circumstances, from their place of work. In the event of a fire call, the Retained Firefighter will be notified, typically by pager, and he / she must respond to the Fire Station immediately. The Fire Service responds to all emergency calls from the public for assistance, primarily to protect life and save injury to individuals, but also to prevent and restrict damage to property. Many emergency calls, however, are not to fires, but to incidents where members of the community are trapped in vehicles, machinery or in other less life-threatening circumstances. The firefighter’s working life and training is geared to responding safely and effectively to emergency calls, regardless of weather conditions or the time of day or night. Fully qualified firefighters are skilled technicians capable of using the most modern equipment, methods and techniques to undertake the full range of duties which can be deployed at any emergency incident. It is essential before applying for this position that you are aware of the on-going training demands and the personal commitment that must be given to fulfil the role of a Retained Firefighter. This includes being able to drop personal responsibilities at immediate notice to respond to a fire call, which may last anytime from 10 minutes, 10 hours, or longer. In order to function effectively in emergencies, Firefighters must demonstrate the following characteristics: • Courage and physical strength • A capacity for rapid, intense and sustained effort • A capacity to use their own initiative when alone • Complete and automatic familiarity with the equipment and tools of the profession (which may range up to major items of plant such as Fire Fighting appliance vehicles) • A practical understanding of the basis of a wide range of subjects necessary to anticipate and overcome hazards • Empathy with victims of emergency situations • An ability to carry out their function in what may occasionally be emotionally difficult and harrowing circumstances The role of a Firefighter is very challenging and rewarding and individuals are required to display determination, physical stamina and discipline in challenging situations. Please take a moment to complete the questionnaire contained in Appendix B to determine if this is the career for you. QUALIFICATIONS – RETAINED FIREFIGHTER 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. Candidates who are successful will be required to undertake and successfully pass a medical examination before recruitment and in accordance with The Medical Standards for Recruitment to the Retained Fire Service; Local Government Management Services Board (2005). 3. RESIDENCE: Candidates, on appointment and during their employment thereafter, must live and work within either 3 km or a maximum of 4.5 minutes travel time (based on GPS navigation planner e.g. Google maps or similar as determined by Mayo County Council) of the Fire Station. The distances are measured from the place of employment and from their primary residence (home) to the Fire Station. On receipt of a fire or other emergency call personnel should be in attendance at the station within five minutes. 4. EDUCATION, TRAINING, SKILLS ETC: Candidates must have attained a suitable level of education to enable him/her to undergo successfully the appropriate training and to perform his/her duties satisfactorily as a Firefighter. Candidates must hold both a valid Category B Licence on the latest date for receipt of the application form and a valid Learner Permit for Category C licence on appointment. It is desirable but not essential to hold a valid Category C Licence. 5. 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. PARTICULARS – RETAINED FIREFIGHTER 1. POSITION: The employment is part-time and pensionable. A panel will be formed from qualified candidates from which appointments may be made. 2. REMUNERATION: A Firefighter shall be paid at the appropriate approved national rates of Fire, Drill Fees and Retainer Fees and in accordance with any national agreements for Retained Firefighters. Payment of fees is currently made quarterly but will be moving to fortnightly payment in due course. The current rates, as per Circular EL 03-2025, are outlined below. A Firefighter shall be paid for hours attended at a fire or other emergency incident at the hourly rates shown below: HOURLY RATE OF ATTENDANCE Fire – Day* Fire – Night/Weekend Bank Holidays €50.54 (1st Hour) €25.27 (Subsequent Hour) €101.08 (1st Hour) €50.54 (Subsequent Hour) * Day is 08:00 – 20:00 every weekday excluding Bank Holidays A Firefighter shall be paid an annual retainer allowance depending on years’ service as shown below: €14,523 (0-1 Year); €15,515 (2-4 Years); €16,739 (5-7 Years)[ €17,854 (8+ years) A Firefighter shall be paid for all hours worked at the appropriate approved national rates shown over. Rates of pay Drill fees €50.54 per hour Training courses/ Special works – all other hours authorised by the Line Manager €25.27 per hour Community Fire Safety A fixed payment of €38.88 per fortnight plus €25.27 per hour The above rates are subject to review on an ongoing basis. 3. DUTIES: A Retained Firefighter; • Shall be required to attend at fires and other emergencies, drills, displays and other duties at such times and for such periods as required by the County Council. Failure to respond promptly to fire or other emergency calls will be addressed through the Local Authority’s disciplinary procedure. • Who attends for Fire Brigade service must be prepared to accept the work entailed and to fulfil to the best of their ability their duty as a Firefighter in the saving of life, saving of property and the fighting of fires or other such emergencies. • Must comply with the County Council’s Crew Management Arrangements for Retained Firefighters. Firefighters who are on standby during fires or other incidents shall remain at the Station and perform such duties as may be assigned by the Station Officer from time to time during the callout. • Shall ensure that the Fire Station is kept clean & tidy at all times. Firefighting equipment shall be kept clean, maintained properly and stowed away in a safe manner. • Is required to adhere to and co-operate with all National and Local Agreements pertaining to the Fire Services. • Must attend Training Courses as directed. • Must undertake driving duties as required. • Must comply with all organisational policies, procedures and legislation. • Must undertake any other duties as may be assigned from time to time. 4. COMPETENCIES: Candidates for the post must demonstrate that they have competency and skills in the following areas. Application forms should include one practical example which demonstrates these competencies. Interviews will be competency based and marks will be awarded under these skills sets. Communication & Interpersonal Skills: • Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills including skills in multi-disciplinary working and the ability to collaborate with colleagues. Teamwork/Working with Others • Demonstrates a clear understanding of Teamwork and group dynamics. • Contributes fully to the team effort. • Plays an integral part in the smooth running of teams without necessarily taking the lead. Adaptability/Flexibility • Adjusts to changing environments whilst maintaining effectiveness. • Modifies his or her approach to achieve a goal. • Open to change and new information. • Rapidly adapts to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles. Relevant Knowledge/Organisational Awareness • Demonstrates an understanding and knowledge of the Local Government services and structure including the Retained Fire Service. • Demonstrates an awareness of the operational abilities of Mayo Fire & Rescue Service and the demands placed on members of the Retained Fire Service. • Demonstrates an understanding and knowledge of company policies and procedures (including Health and Safety) and the ability to conform with same 5. AGE: A Firefighter must be not less than 18 years of age on the first day of the month in which the latest date for receipt of applications occurs. A Birth Certificate must be submitted to the County Council as proof of age on or prior to employment. 6. RETIREMENT: The normal retirement age is 55. On reaching 55 years of age or sooner, if found to be medically unfit, a Firefighter shall cease to be employed. Firefighters who are physically capable of working beyond age 55 will have the option to continue working for a defined limited period of 1 year, subject to annual compulsory medical assessment on the basis of set medical standards under the Occupational Health Scheme. Such extended periods will be to the maximum age of 62 and, for the avoidance of any doubt, no firefighter can remain in service beyond their 62nd birthday, i.e., upon reaching age 62 years. 7. SUPERANNUATION: Membership of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme is compulsory for all new entrant Retained Firefighters who commence employment on or after 1 January 2013. The provisions of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will apply in the case of Retained Firefighters, with the exception of minimum pension age, as an earlier pension age is applicable to those employed in the retained fire service. Circular letters S. 6/2013 and S. 6/2013 (amended) apply.
