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Car Valeter
We have a vacancy available for a Car Valeter at Boggans Gorey. This is a great opportunity to work with a fantastic team. Experience is an advantage, but full training will be provided. PLEASE CLICK THE APPLY NOW BUTTON TO UPLOAD YOUR CV. Don't have a current CV? Click HERE to view the JobAlert.ie CV templates.
Accounts Payable/Receivable Administrator
JOB TITLE: Accounts Payable/Receivable Administrator JOB FUNCTION: Finance JOB LEVEL: 1 REPORTS TO: Group Finance Director for Ireland/COO SCOPE/PURPOSE Working effectively in collaboration with the Director of Finance and Finance team will be key to the success of this role. This role involves supporting the Leadership teams in achieving the Strategic objectives of the business. This person will be responsible for managing and processing all accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions with insurers and brokers. You will ensure accurate and timely processing of payments to Insurers, and collections from Brokers, maintaining proper records/documentation as well as being a key contributor to the regular operations of the Finance team. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Debtor & Creditor Management: TO UPLOAD YOUR CV PLEASE CLICK THE APPLY NOW BUTTON! Don't have a current CV? Click HERE to view the JobAlert.ie CV templates.
Family Support Worker
SOUTH WEST WEXFORD FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE is currently seeking to appoint a FAMILY SUPPORT WORKER HOURS PER WEEK: 35 HOURS PER WEEK SALARY: €34,326 - €36,182 ANNUAL LEAVE: 20 DAYS PER YEAR CONTRACT: Initial 12 month fixed contract SWWFRC are looking for a Family Support Worker to join our team. The successful candidate must be fun loving, patient and enthusiastic. Above all, they must love working with families and young people. With a specific focus on targeted families, individuals, new communities and young people. SWWFRC is a rural community managed centre and works from the principles and practices of Community Development. It has an anti-poverty and equality focus and works with. the community in our catchment area who experience poverty, injustice and exclusion. The ideal candidate will have: Desirable: Experience and hands on management of funding applications and systems related to community based funding streams and the financial aspects of running community services. HOW TO APPLY Please note : Closing date for applications is Friday 26th April at 5pm Applications will be short listed for interview as required. The successful candidate will be offered a salary depending on experience and qualifications. Click Apply Now to submit your CV today! Don't have a current CV? Click HERE to view the JobAlert.ie CV templates
Motor Mechanics
Job Description: Applus Ireland run the National Car Testing (MOT) Service in Ireland under contract from the Irish government. Applus is an international Company employing over 20,000 people worldwide. We are now recruiting for permanent full-time qualified Mechanics on different shifts nationwide, apply here https://www.ncts.ie/1142/ Three weeks of initial certification training is provided, and then annual training, induction and qualification training will commence on Tuesday 6 th May 2024. Great opportunities for promotion to Team Lead and Manager positions, all recruited internally. Interviews will be by way of virtual video/telephone calls and face-to-face interview. We require the following: 1. EU/EAA work permit 2. QQI Level 6 or 5, City & Guilds, IMI, Level 3 or higher motor mechanic qualification 3. At least 1 years post qualification experience as a mechanic 4. Full EU driving licence (UK licence can be transferred) 5. Good verbal and written English Benefits: Applus Car Testing Service is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer Salary: €40,000 - €46,000 per year Apply here https://www.ncts.ie/1142/ CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO UPLOAD YOUR CV
Army Recruit - General Service
JOB DETAILS 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 29 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. 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.
Sports Programme Manager
OVERVIEW Sport Ireland established the Local Sports Partnership (LSP) Network as an initiative to create a national structure to co-ordinate and promote the development of sport and participation at local level. LSPs aim to increase participation in sport and physical activity by breaking down barriers and increasing numbers of people participating and ensuring continued participation through all stages of life. The Local Sports Partnership sits within the structure of Wexford County Council and the Sports Programme Manager will be an employee of Wexford County Council for the duration of the contract. The role of the Sports Programme Manager, which is funded by Sport Ireland, will play a central role in the delivery of Sport Ireland’s Strategy 2023 to 2028 and the Local Sport Partnerships Statement of ambition. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POST 1. CHARACTER: Candidates shall be of good character and references shall be sought. 2. HEALTH: Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render an efficient service. 3. EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE ETC.: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed Application forms: (i) Hold a relevant third level degree in any of the following areas Sport and Recreation, Health, Exercise Science, Physical Activity, Diversity and Inclusion, Community Development or related field or have 5 years’ relevant experience and (ii) Have 3 years’ relevant experience (experience of project management and/or people management and experience of community and voluntary sector) and (iii) Hold a current clean full driving licence (minimum Class B) and have access to a car at all times for use in their work, details of which must be entered on the application form. Desirable Requirements It is desirable that each candidate shall have: - • Experience in the areas of education, social or community development or working in the community sector in a developmental and supportive capacity either in a paid or voluntary capacity • A good understanding of programme monitoring and evaluation • Experience of working in a project team 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. GARDA VETTING The successful candidate will be required to co-operate with a Garda vetting procedure and must have Garda clearance. DUTIES OF THE POST The duties of the post shall be to give to the local authority under the direction and supervision of its appropriate employee, such services of an executive, supervisory and advisory nature as are required for the exercise and performance of any of its powers and duties and shall include the duty of deputising for other employees of the local authority, when required, and such duties as may be required in relation to the area of any other local authority. The following is a non-exhaustive list of the primary duties of the Sports Programme Manager. The appointed person will: - Strategy & Governance • Assist with the development, delivery and reporting of the Local Sports Partnership’s (LSP) Strategy & Annual Operation Plan • Provide direct support to the Coordinator and the LSP team to achieve a coordinated approach to the development of sport and physical activity throughout the community and for agreed target groups. • Coordinate and manage reviews of the annual operational plan reporting on the effectiveness and impact of work areas. Management & Programming • Manage and coordinate the work activities of direct reports to achieve the goals and objectives of the LSP. • Be responsible for leading staff, monitoring performance and identifying training and development needs. • Plan and manage the work activities of work placement students, volunteers, coaches and tutors. • Create and implement a comprehensive range of physical activity programmes and events for relevant target groups with a view to creating sustainable participation. • Support the coordinator in implementing accurate and efficient reporting structures • Manage and be responsible for programme budgets ensuring timelines and reporting structures are met and budgets adhered to. Research/Evaluation • Manage the implementation of a monitoring and evaluation framework for all projects, programmes and initiatives. • Conduct research of participation in sport and physical activity in the community including, where relevant, needs analysis to identify suitable support to increase participation in sport and physical activity in the community and target groups Prepare reports as appropriate relating to existing and proposed initiatives and present timely and relevant information and advice to the coordinator. Partnerships and Communication • Develop relationships with appropriate partner organisations and local community groups to create links and encourage collaboration between partners. • Work in partnership with stakeholders to share knowledge and information relevant to target groups in the community to identify the needs and demand for new activities. • Support and guide clubs and communities with various issues as they arise. The Sports Programme Manager will also undertake any other relevant and related duties that may be required from time to time. Candidates must also have: - • An awareness of the importance and value of participation in sport / active recreation • A constructive, positive and progressive attitude to working as part of the LSP team • Be motivated and committed to sports development and increasing opportunities for participation, in particular among hard-to-reach groups in local communities. • A commitment to on-going training and development. • A self-motivated approach to work Candidates are required to demonstrate the following: - • Strong IT, administrative and organisational skills • Ability to monitor and evaluate work and write reports. • Excellent communications, presentation and facilitation skills • Ability to advise, inform, motivate and support individuals and organisations. • Ability to prepare, monitor and manage budgets and to prepare funding applications. • Capacity to lead, organise and motivate staff. • Experience in managing staff performance, address issues, identifies staff learning and training needs Desirables: - • Knowledge of the sport and physical activity sector and policies • Understanding of research and evaluation methods • Understanding of the public sector and local government environment 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 Contributes to the development of policies in own area and is effective in translating corporate policies and strategies of Wexford County Council into operational plans and outputs; Embeds good governance practices into day to day activities, practices and processes; Establishes, develops and maintains positive and productive professional working relationships; Effectively manages change, fosters a culture of creativity in employees and overcomes resistance to change; Delivering Results Acts decisively and makes timely, informed and effective decisions and displays good judgement and balance in making decisions or recommendations; Maintains a strong focus on meeting the needs of customers at all times; Allocates resources effectively to deliver on operational plans; Ensures all outputs are delivered to a high standard and in an efficient manner; Ensures compliance with legislation, regulation and procedures; Performance through People Leads by example to motivate staff in the delivery of high quality outcomes and customer service; Addresses any performance issues in a timely, appropriate and constructive manner; Ability to foster and maintain productive working relationships within the organisation and with relevant stakeholders externally; Has excellent written and verbal skills; Personal Effectiveness Develops the expertise necessary to carry out the role to a high standard and shares this with others; Manages time and workloads effectively; Takes initiative and seeks opportunities to exceed goals. Is proactive in keeping up to date on issues and key developments that may impact on their Department or Local Government; 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. SALARY: €53,345 - €65,172 (LSI 2) per annum. 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.
Emergency Medical Technician
Remuneration The salary scale for the post is (as of 01/01/2024): €33,361 - €35,187 - €36,284 - €37,035 - €37,685 - €38,527 - €39,041 - €39,916 - €40,815 per year Key Working Relationships · Control Manager · Assistant Chief Ambulance Officer · Ambulance Officer Purpose of the Post The Emergency Medical Technician post is designed to provide a comprehensive and dedicated Patient Transport/Intermediate Care Service within the National Ambulance Service. Emergency Medical Technicians may be tasked occasionally to higher acuity calls. In this role, the primary purpose will be: · In advance of an EMS resource as a First Responder · Simultaneously, alongside an EMS resource as additional responders/practitioners, e.g. Cardiac Arrest · As the primary resource to low acuity calls not appropriate to Paramedic service provision, i.e. Omega Calls · In any role deemed appropriate during a Major Emergency. Principal Duties and Responsibilities Clinical/Patient Care Responsibilities Campaign Specific Selection Process Ranking/Shortlisting / Interview A ranking and or shortlisting exercise may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application form. The criteria for ranking and or shortlisting are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification. Therefore it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirements. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not being called forward to the next stage of the selection process. Those successful at the ranking stage of this process (where applied) will be placed on an order of merit and will be called to interview in ‘bands’ depending on the service needs of the organisation. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion The HSE is an equal opportunities employer. Employees of the HSE bring a range of skills, talents, diverse thinking and experience to the organisation. The HSE believes passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to its success – we aim to develop the workforce of the HSE so that it reflects the diversity of HSE service users and to strengthen it through accommodating and valuing different perspectives. Ultimately this will result in improved service user and employee experience. The HSE is committed to creating a positive working environment whereby all employees inclusive of age, civil status, disability, ethnicity and race, family status, gender, membership of the Traveller community, religion and sexual orientation are respected, valued and can reach their full potential. The HSE aims to achieve this through development of an organisational culture where injustice, bias and discrimination are not tolerated. The HSE welcomes people with diverse backgrounds and offers a range of supports and resources to staff, such as those who require a reasonable accommodation at work because of a disability or long term health condition. For further information on the HSE commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion, please visit the Diversity, Equality and Inclusion web page at https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/resources/diversity/ Remuneration The salary scale for the post is (as of 01/01/2024 ): €33,361 - €35,187 - €36,284 - €37,035 - €37,685 - €38,527 - €39,041 - €39,916 - €40,815 New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. The salary for this role reflects the requirements set out in the eligibility criteria and is all inclusive. Hence no other allowances, including qualification allowances, or payments are payable with the exception of premia payments associated with shift working* or unsocial hours. *Qualification for shift allowance is subject to working a recurring cycle of shifts which involve days, nights and weekend working, i.e. covering a 24/7 period
Defence Forces Cadetships 2024
The Defence Forces Cadetship will prepare individuals morally, mentally and physically for their role as leaders in the Defence Forces whilst instilling the organisations values of respect, loyalty, selflessness, physical courage, moral courage and integrity into students. Applications are now open for Army, Air Corps and Naval Service Cadetships 2024, please see below for the various entry streams within each of the three services. Candidates must be 18 years of age or above and under 39 years of age on the 5th May 2024. Closing date for Cadetship applications is Sunday 5th May 2024 at 2359hrs CONDITIONS GOVERNING THE AWARD OF CADETSHIPS IN THE PERMANENT DEFENCE FORCE 1. GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS To qualify for the award of a Cadetship, a candidate shall: a. at the time of application be- (i) a citizen of the State, or be any other person who has a lawful entitlement to reside and work within the State for the period of enlistment required for the course of training as a cadet and, if subsequently commissioned as an officer, for the additional period of time that is required for the purpose of any such appointment. (ii) Be of good character and satisfy any security clearance requirement. b. Be 18 years of age or above and under 39 years of age on the closing date for applications, i.e. 5th May 2024. 2. MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (a) Army (Line) School Leaver/Non-Graduate Candidates Must possess a minimum of Grade H5 in 3 Higher Level papers, and, Grade O6 in 3 Ordinary Level papers or Grade H7 in 3 Higher level papers. Candidates must have obtained these grades in a single sitting of the Leaving Certificate examination for CAO computation purposes. AND A candidate’s educational qualifications must include a minimum of Grade 06 at Ordinary Level or Grade H7 at Higher Level in the following subjects: (i) Mathematics. (ii) Irish. NUI matriculation exemptions apply. (iii) English. Candidates whose first language is not English must satisfy the English language requirements in accordance with NUI Matriculations Regulations (iv) Third language accepted for NUI Matriculation Registration purposes. NUI matriculations exemptions apply. Subject to meeting the criteria to have obtained a minimum of Grade H5 in 3 Higher Level papers, and, Grade O6 in 3 Ordinary Level papers or Grade H7 in 3 Higher level papers, a candidate may use the results of another sitting of the Leaving Certificate for the minimum educational requirements in (i) to (iv) above. Graduate Candidates must have successfully completed a Bachelor Degree programme at Level 8 of the National Framework of Qualifications. (b) Army (Equitation School) School Leaver/Non-Graduate Candidates Must possess a minimum of Grade H5 in 3 Higher Level papers, and, Grade O6 in 3 Ordinary Level papers or Grade H7 in 3 Higher level papers. Candidates must have obtained these grades in a single sitting of the Leaving Certificate examination for CAO computation purposes. AND A candidate’s educational qualifications must include a minimum of Grade 06 at Ordinary Level or H7 at Higher Level in the following subjects: (i) Mathematics. (ii) Irish. NUI matriculation exemptions apply. (iii) English. Candidates whose first language is not English must satisfy the English language requirements in accordance with NUI Matriculations Regulations. Subject to meeting the criteria to have obtained a minimum of Grade H5 in 3 Higher Level papers ,and, Grade O6 in 3 Ordinary Level papers or Grade H7 in 3 Higher level papers, a candidate may use the results of another sitting of the Leaving Certificate for the minimum educational requirements in (i) to (iii) above. Graduate Candidates must have successfully completed a Bachelor Degree programme at Level 8 of the National Framework of Qualifications. (c) Army (Engineer Corps) Graduate Candidates must have successfully completed: a. a Bachelor Degree programme at Level 8 or 9 of the National Framework of Qualifications in either Engineering, Architecture, or other Building Construction related discipline, accredited for membership by Engineers Ireland, Royal Institute of Architects of Ireland or other relevant professional body, OR b. a professional qualification equivalent to one of the foregoing awarded by the relevant professional body. Where an applicant has a Level 8 or higher NFQ qualification not specified above, they may seek a determination that the qualification meets the requirements subject to submitting suitable evidence of equivalence to Defence Forces Recruitment Section, Defence Forces Headquarters, Department of Defence, Station Road, Newbridge, W12 AD93, for the Director of Engineering’s determination. (d) Army (Ordnance Corps) Graduate Candidates must have successfully completed one of the following Bachelor Degree programmes at Level 8, of the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ): Bachelor of Science, Physics and/or Chemistry, or Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical or Electronic Engineering, or Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Engineering, Optical Electronics or MechElectronics Where an applicant has a Level 8 or higher NFQ qualification not specified above, they may seek a determination that the qualification meets the requirements subject to submitting suitable evidence of equivalence to Defence Forces Recruitment Section, Defence Forces Headquarters, Department of Defence, Station Road, Newbridge, Co. Kildare, W12 AD93, for the Director of Ordnance’s determination. 3. MEDICAL AND PHYSICAL STANDARDS Candidates must be in good mental and bodily health and free from any physical defect, abnormality, physiological condition or history of serious illness likely to interfere with the efficient performance of their duties. The following are the minimum physical requirements: a. Height A candidates’ height will be determined at the Medical Examination – see Para. 8. Weight and chest measurements must be in keeping with height and age. Min. height: 157.48cm. Note: BMI will be determined at Stage 2, the Assessment Phase of the competition b. Vision Colour vision must be normal. Both eyes must be free from disfiguring or incapacitating abnormality and free from acute or chronic disease. There must be no evidence of squint or latent squint. The eligibility of applicants who have had previous incisional or laser treatment to correct visual acuity will be determined at the Medical Examination. Please see Annex C for further information. Vision must be not be less than 6/18 in each eye, corrected to not less than 6/6 in one eye and 6/9 in the other. c. Dental Candidates must be free from any serious periodontal disease and possess teeth to a specific standard, which is not less than the equivalent of eleven over eleven natural teeth functionally opposed. In certain circumstances, artificial teeth may be acceptable. d. Hearing A good standard of unaided hearing is essential. Candidates will be required to undergo an audiometric test at which: (1) The sum of the hearing threshold at 1,2,3, 4 and 6 kHz should not exceed the age and gender related warning levels contained in the "Guidelines on Hearing Checks and Audiometry Regulations 2007", issued by the Health and Safety Authority. (2) Candidates under 25 years of age must be able to hear all measured pure tones up to and including 8 kHz at 20dB in each ear. Candidates aged 25 and older must be able to hear all measured pure tones up to and including 8 kHz at 25dB in each ear. Candidates must also be free from acute or chronic ear disorders. Candidates are advised to avoid all sources of loud noise or music for a period of 48 hours prior to this audiometric test, as exposure to such noise may adversely affect the results of the test. N.B. Candidates must satisfy these various medical and physical standards and requirements in order to remain in the Competition. In addition, successful Candidates will be required to undertake compulsory random drug testing throughout their career in the Defence Force in accordance with Defence Force Regulation A7. Stage 1 – Online Psychometric Testing Stage 1 of the selection procedure involves tests that measure a range of skills and qualities that are necessary in the job. These tests provide a consistent and suitable way of screening candidates at the initial stage of the selection campaign. These tests are designed to identify the most suitable people to go forward to the next stage of the Cadetship Competition. The tests have been designed so that they are fair to all applicants and are objectively scored. Candidates will be required to complete an unsupervised psychometric test online. Candidates will be supplied with psychometric test familiarisation material in order to introduce them to the format of the tests. Candidates will be required to complete the unsupervised online psychometric test within the timeframe specified by the Defence Force. Candidates should pay particular attention to ensuring that the contact details specified on their application are correct. Candidates who have attained the requisite score in the unsupervised online psychometric test, at Stage 1 will be required to attend for a subsequent supervised online psychometric test at Stage 2. Note: If a candidate fails to meet the minimum standard at Stage 1, they will not be permitted to proceed to the next stage of the competition. Stage 2 – The Assessment Phase Army, Army (Equitation School), Army (Engineer Corps) and Army (Ordnance Corps) candidates who have attained the requisite score at Stage 1 of the competition, will be required to attend at the Defence Force Training Centre, Curragh, Co. Kildare, for the Assessment Phase (possible overnight duration) of the Competition. The Assessment Phase will consist of the following: Physical Fitness Test: In order to qualify for a Cadetship, candidates will be required to pass a physical fitness test, which is designed to assess their potential to undergo the rigours of military training. Candidates must attain the standard laid down in order to proceed in the competition. A candidate must complete this test as part of their cadetship application; this test is not valid for any other Cadetship applications or other Defence Force competitions. (See Annex ‘D’ for details of the test and suggested training programme). Supervised online Psychometric Test. If a candidate’s performance at a supervised test is outside the expected scoring range from their unsupervised test at Stage 1, they may be excluded from subsequent stages of the selection process. Group Assessment: Candidates will be required to participate in a group assessment. Realistic Job Preview: This involves a familiarisation visit to the Cadet School at the Military College, Curragh, Co. Kildare and informal interaction with instructional staff and Cadets All components will be conducted on the one occasion. Note: If a candidate fails to meet the required standard at the Assessment phase, they will not be permitted to proceed to the next stage of the competition. Online Personality Questionnaire. Candidates who have attained the requisite score at Stage 2 of the competition will be sent an online personality questionnaire to be completed within the timeframe specified by the Defence Force prior to attending for interview. Note: In addition to the above, candidates for Cadetships in the Army Equitation School will be required to undergo and pass a practical equestrian test before attending for Stage 3 - The Interview. If a candidate fails to meet minimum standards of equestrian test, they will not be permitted to proceed to the next stage of the competition. This is a scored test standardised to the ‘Showjumping Ireland National 5 Bar Assessment’ for young riders. The applicant’s score will form part of their overall score in the cadetship competition. Stage 3 - The Interview Successful candidates will be invited to the Cadet School, Military College, Defence Forces Training Centre, Curragh Camp, Co. Kildare to attend a competency based interview, where they will be required to demonstrate competency in a selection of the following areas: • Planning and Organising • Decision Making and Problem Solving • Working with Others • Communication • Leadership and Supervising • Personal Motivation and Discipline • Resilience • Information Handling In the competency based interview, candidates will be asked to give examples from their own experiences of life, school, university, hobbies, work, pastimes etc., to demonstrate evidence in several of the above areas. Candidates who fail any of the competencies at Interview will be deemed unsuccessful in the competition. Feedback is available upon request. All requests for feedback must be received within 3 months of issuance of the individuals result.
Beach Wardens/Supervisor
AGE: In order to be appointed as Beach Warden/Supervisor, successful applicants must be aged 18 years or older, in advance of appointment. LEAVE Annual Leave will be granted in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1998. DUTIES: Duties will include, but may not be limited to: • Supervising Litter Patrol staff in keeping Duncannon free of litter, assisting where necessary. • Ensuring the safe parking and movement of vehicles on the beach. • Maintaining the car-free zone at Duncannon Beach. • Patrolling the main beach area (strand, car parks, entrance etc.) to observe possible traffic problems and breaches of Beach Bye-Laws and the Litter Pollution Act. • Being polite and courteous to members of the public and assisting with any reasonable enquiries for information etc. (e.g. directions). • Responsible for the completion of timesheets in relation to Litter Patrol staff at Duncannon. • Covering for sick leave/annual leave for the Public Convenience Caretaker at Duncannon. • Working under the direction of the Environment Section of Wexford County Council. • Any other duties, which may be assigned from time to time. REMUNERATION : Hourly rate is €14.5737 HOURS OF WORK: Working Hours will be Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday 11.00 am to 7.00 pm and Thursday 3.00 pm to 7.00 pm with 1 hour for lunch each day for the period from 31st May to 8th September, 2024. At busy weekends it may be necessary to work outside of these hours. For hours worked outside of these hours, time in lieu will apply. Wexford County Council invites applicants for the following posts: Beach Warden/Supervisor (Duncannon) Beach Warden (Curracloe Area) Beach Warden/Supervisor (Morriscastle) Beach Warden/Supervisor (Rosslare/Carne)
