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CORLANN – WEST REGION 1 X PERMANENT PART-TIME AND 3 X PERMANENT FULL-TIME SUPPORT WORKERS POSTS DEERPARK SERVICES, BALLINASLOE, CO GALWAY JOB REF: 104355 A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent Temporary and Permanent Support Worker appointments that arise may be made over the next 6 to 12 months within the Deerpark Services.Locum Support Worker roles are also available. DESCRIPTION AND VISION OF SERVICES Corlann– West Region provide a community based, person centred service focusing on the needs and abilities of children and adults with intellectual disabilities. The vision of the service is to support people with intellectual disabilities to achieve a full and valued life in their community, in line with best practice both nationally and internationally. Working in partnership with each person supported by services, we aim to create opportunities for people supported by services to have ordinary life experiences and to be closely connected to family and friends. We are committed to supporting people to live a life of their choosing. Location: Deerpark Adult Services: Staff allocation could be either within residential or day settings. The appointee will initially commence working in one particular area of the Deerpark services and this work location may change due to future service needs. The Role: The Support Worker role is to support the person in all aspects of daily living focusing on the individual’s ability and promoting independence and development of skills at all times. The Support Worker will assist people with the achievement of personal outcomes and in participating in the ordinary everyday life of the community through inclusive and creative thinking. The Support Worker is also responsible for all aspects of personal care required during the day. This includes meals, household tasks, personal and intimate care and other related aspects of physical well-being. Reporting/Responsible To: Social Care Worker/Staff Nurse/Team Leader/Team Manager depending on location. Qualifications, Experience & Skills: Working Hours: 3 X Permanent Full-Time = 78 hours per fortnight 1 X Permanent Part-Time = 65 hours per fortnight For residential the post is based on a 14-day duty roster. The successful candidate will be required to work over a fortnightly duty rosters with evenings and weekends been part of the working roster. There may be occasional split duty hours. Sleep-ins and night duty are a requirement of these posts in order to meet service needs. For day services the post is based on a 5 day roster 8am-8pm. Corlann’s model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual. Annual Leave: 23 days per annum (pro-rata for part-time), i.e. 8.46 hours per 100 hours worked. Remuneration: Department of Health salary scales apply as at 01/06/2026: € 34,881 x 13 increments - € 47,624 (Max) pro rata per annum. A Long Service Increment (LSI) € 48,434 pro rata per annum is payable after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. Additional payments will be made for weekends, public holidays, sleepovers and night duty when worked. Salary quoted is based on a 39 hour working week. The successful candidate will be granted incremental credit subject to satisfactory verification of previous public sector service. Tenure: 3 posts are Permanent Full-Time and Pensionable 1 post is Permanent Part-Time and Pensionable A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent permanent, temporary or fixed term Support Worker appointments within Deerpark Services may be offered over the next 6 to 12 months. Locum Support Worker roles are also available. Probation: A probationary period of nine months from the date of appointment applies to the post. The employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period should the employer find that the appointee is unsuitable to continue employment. The probation period may be extended at the Employer’s discretion. To view full job description, please find attached. Informal enquiries to Mary Hazlett, Area Manager, or Emer Larkin Service Coordinator on 0909642766. Closing date for receipt of completed Application Forms on-line is: 5PM on Thursday the 15th of October 2026 Interviews date: 27th of October 2026 Corlann is an equal opportunities employer.
Team Leader
CORLANN– WEST REGION POST OF: PERMANENT FULL-TIME TEAM LEADER (CNM1/SOCIAL CARE LEADER) DEERARK SERVICES, BALLINASLOE, CO. GALWAY JOB REF: 104270 A panel may be formed from these interviews to fill posts arising over the next 6/12 months within the Deerpark Services. DESCRIPTION AND VISION OF SERVICES Corlann – West Region provide a community based, person centred service focusing on the needs and abilities of children and adults with intellectual disabilities. The vision of the service is to support people with intellectual disabilities to achieve a full and valued life in their community, in line with best practice both nationally and internationally. Working in partnership with each person supported by services, and their family and communities, we aim to create opportunities for people supported by services to have ordinary life experiences and to be closely connected to family and friends. We are committed to supporting people to live a life of their choosing, and the provision of quality services to meet the needs of the people we support. Deerpark Adult Services provide a range of community based servicesincluding day, residential, respite, community outreach, family support and a range of multidisciplinary support services. People are supported in various types of day settings – day centres, supported employment, social and micro enterprises, training and education and these can be in groups or individualised. People are supported in residential settings in their own homes in the community individually and in groups with different staffing support levels depending on their levels of disability. Our Services are person centred focusing on the needs and abilities of adults with intellectual disabilities and autism. Our focus going forward is to form a relationship/partnership with each individual and their family and communities, supporting people to plan and direct their own service so that they can enjoy a life with a healthy balance of supports. We wish to create opportunities for people who use our service to have valued social roles in their communities and to form friendships. We wish to recruit an innovative, creative, motivated, visionary person who will relish the opportunity to assist in achieving this vision. We are looking for an individual who will be flexible and adapt to the needs of particular individuals they support. and are open to change and aim to provide a safe, secure environment where individuals will participate in community and leisure activities, make choices and enjoy a lifestyle that fulfil their potential and expectations with opportunity for new experiences. Role: The role of the CMN1/Social Care Leader is an important role in the management of the day to day organisation of an integrated service providing both day and residential service supports. The successful candidate must provide leadership in the development of the service in line with Personal Outcomes Measures, HIQA standards, new directions and future service requirements. It is the Team Leader’s responsibility to ensure that the life of each individual reflects the Organisations core values by supporting each individual’s development in the areas of: Working Hours: Contracted hours will depend on the grade of the successful candidate - i.e. 78 hours a fortnight (SCL grade) or 75 hours a fortnight (CNM1 grade) rostered flexibly on a 7 day duty roster. The Team leader will work as a frontline member of the team with protected time to carry out specific team leader duties. In addition, a sleep-in and/or night duty commitment may be a requirement of posts in residential services for which the appropriate allowance will be paid. An on call commitment is an integral part of this role. On call is allocated on a roster basis among the Deerpark Services management Team. Corlann’s model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual. Annual Leave: Leave will be granted according to the agreed leave assigned to the grade of the successful candidates i.e. Social Care or CNM1. Annual leave must be planned in advance with the Area Manager / Service Coordinator to ensure appropriate and adequate cover is provided for the service. Remuneration: Based on the salary scale attached to the grade of the successful candidates i.e. Social Care Leader or CNM1. Tenure: Permanent, Full-Time and Pensionable. A panel may be formed from these interviews to fill posts arising over the next 6/12 months within the Deerpark Services. Probation: A probationary period of nine months from the date of appointment applies to the post. The employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period should the employer find that the appointee is unsuitable to continue employment. The probation period may be extended at the Employer’s discretion. To view full Job Description, please find attached. Informal enquiries to Mary Hazlett, Area Manager, or Emer Larkin Service Coordinator on 0909642766. Closing date for receipt of completed Application Forms on-line is: 5PM on Thursday the 15th of October 2026 Date of Interview: Friday the 23rd of October 2026 Corlann is an equal opportunities employer.
Senior Physiotherapist
CORLANN – WEST REGION POST: PERMANENT FULL-TIME SENIOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST x2 ADULT SERVICES GALWAY WEST AND ROSCOMMON & GALWAY JOB REF: 104719 A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent Senior Physiotherapist appointments within the Physiotherapy Services Corlann West Region may be made over the next 6 months. The Role: There is currently • One post based in County Galway delivering services to a caseload in Galway city and Galway West sector. • One post based in counties Roscommon & Galway delivering services to caseloads in South Roscommon and north east Galway. The successful candidate will provide multidisciplinary services to adults with an intellectual disability. The successful candidate will be required to work within a dynamic team environment using a person-centered philosophy. Reporting/Responsible to: Physiotherapy Manager Qualifications and Experience: The successful candidate must (i) Be registered, or be eligible for registration, on the Physiotherapists Register maintained by the Physiotherapists Registration Board at CORU. AND (ii) Have three years full time (or an aggregrate of three years full time) post qualification clinical experience. AND (iii) Have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. AND (iv) Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Physiotherapists Register maintained by the Physiotherapists Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employment can be issued. Skills: Candidates must • demonstrate depth and breadth of experience in physiotherapy within the service area of adults and intellectual disability. • demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills. • work effectively within a dynamic team environment using a person centered philosophy. • work within their professional code of ethics at all times. • demonstrate evidence of continuous professional development (CPD) in this clinical area. Corlann have a strong commitment to on-going professional development. Specific training and continuous professional development relevant to our service provision are encouraged and supported. The Health Service is undergoing ongoing transformation and therefore it is critical that a flexible attitude to changing environments and work requirements is held by the successful candidate. A full clean driving licence and use of a car is an essential requirement of the post. Working Hours: Each role is full time - 70 hours per fortnight (35 hours per week) Contracted hours of work are liable to change from 8am to 8pm to meet the requirements of the programme. Future developments within the services may require that you are prepared to transfer to other work locations as the service needs demand. Corlann model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures quality and person centred planning system requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each person supported Annual Leave: 29 days per annum Remuneration: Department of Health Physiotherapist, Senior Salary scale (01/06/2026) is € 65,197 x 8 increments - € 76,767 gross basic per annum Tenure: The posts are permanent full-time and pensionable. Probation: A probationary period of nine months from the date of appointment applies to the post. The employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period should the employer find that the appointee is unsuitable to continue employment. The probation period may be extended at the Employer’s discretion. Travel: The person appointed must provide his/her own car and must furnish an indemnity from Insurers in favour of the employer. Travelling expenses at the appropriate rate will be paid in respect of travel necessarily performed in the discharge of duty. The base for this purpose will be determined at offer stage. The Health Services are undergoing ongoing changes and due to re-alignment of services, a change in base could occur in the future Full Job Description attached Informal enquiries to Katie Hughes, Physiotherapy Manager, Phone: 0862190860 Email: Katie.Hughes@corlann.ie The closing date for receipt of all applications on-line is 5pm,Friday 16th October 2026 Interviews will take place on week beginning 2nd November 2026 Corlann is an equal opportunities employer.
Digital, AI and Conversion Manager
Location: Dublin, Sligo, Galway or Cork Contract: Full-time, permanent Reporting to the Head of Digital, AI and Conversion, the Manager will lead programmes that help tourism businesses grow by improving their digital capability, increasing online sales and converting more customer interest into bookings, visits and revenue. The role will focus on supporting small and medium-sized tourism businesses across Ireland. It will work with businesses, industry partners and stakeholders to understand business needs and deliver practical supports that help businesses attract customers, improve online presence, convert interest into bookings and build long-term capability. A key part of the role will be helping businesses make better use of digital tools, data and AI in practical and responsible ways. This means identifying where technology can help businesses solve real problems, improve how they work, make better decisions, reach more customers and increase conversion. The successful candidate does not need to be a technical specialist but should be confident in understanding business needs and translating digital, data and AI opportunities into clear supports that can help businesses grow online. Key Responsibilities: Tourism Business Support and Development · Manage the design and delivery of programmes that help tourism businesses improve customer engagement, online sales, booking conversion, marketing, productivity and overall business capability. · Work directly with tourism businesses to understand their needs and identify practical supports that can make a real difference. · Ensure programmes are relevant, accessible and useful for small and medium-sized businesses. · Help businesses strengthen their ability to attract customers, improve sales, convert interest into action and build long-term resilience. · Use feedback from businesses and industry partners to improve existing supports and shape future programme activity. Digital, AI and Conversion Improvement · Support tourism businesses to make better use of digital tools, data and AI where these can improve business performance, increase online sales and support stronger conversion. · Manage the development of practical guidance, resources and programmes that help businesses improve their online presence, reach the right customers, increase direct sales and convert more interest into bookings. · Use data, customer insights and business feedback to identify where businesses are losing sales online and shape practical supports to address these gaps. · Keep informed about relevant digital and AI trends and consider how they can help tourism businesses improve customer engagement, sales and conversion. · Translate digital and AI opportunities into clear, practical advice that helps non-technical audiences take action and improve commercial results. Programme and Project Management · Manage programmes from planning through to delivery, review and reporting. · Set clear objectives, timelines, budgets and measures of success for each programme, including measures linked to online sales, customer engagement and conversion where relevant. · Manage delivery partners, suppliers and external service providers to ensure high-quality delivery. · Monitor progress, identify risks and take action to keep programmes on track. · Evaluate programme results using evidence, including business feedback, sales outcomes and conversion-related measures where available, to improve future activity Industry and Stakeholder Relationships · Build strong relationships with tourism businesses, industry bodies, government departments, state agencies and other partners. · Act as a trusted contact for stakeholders involved in business support and tourism development. · Work with partners to avoid duplication and ensure businesses can access the right support at the right time. · Encourage collaboration across the tourism and enterprise support system. · Represent the needs of tourism businesses in internal planning and programme development. Cross-Organisational Collaboration · Work closely with teams across Fáilte Ireland to ensure coordinated programme planning, delivery and performance measurement. · Collaborate with internal teams across Fáilte Ireland to ensure coordinated operationalisation and measurement of grant-funded digitalisation schemes. · Work closely with internal teams to ensure support programmes are aligned with wider priorities for digital adoption, online sales growth, conversion and business resilience. · Ensure all activity contributes to wider organisational priorities including regional development, sustainability, accessibility, inclusion and business resilience. Team Management and Governance · Manage, coach and support assigned team members to deliver agreed objectives. · Create a collaborative, practical and business-focused approach within the team. · Manage programme budgets, procurement processes and delivery contracts in line with Fáilte Ireland policies and public sector requirements. · Monitor programme performance through effective measurement frameworks, provide clear progress updates, performance reports and risk updates to the Head of Digital, AI and Conversion. · Ensure all projects comply with public spending guidelines, public financial procedures and State Aid requirements, maintaining appropriate governance and risk documentation. · Ensure strong programme governance, compliance and financial management across all assigned programmes and activities · Oversee the effective closure and transition of existing digitalisation programmes and associated supplier contracts, ensuring all reporting, audit, financial and contractual obligations are fulfilled. Support the ongoing collection and analysis of programme performance data to demonstrate impact and support future investment decisions. Corporate Responsibility · Work closely with the Head of Division and colleagues across Fáilte Ireland to support effective delivery, manage dependencies, communicate progress and escalate key risks or issues appropriately. · Model Fáilte Ireland’s corporate values, support effective internal communications within the team, contribute to wider organisational development and change initiatives, and carry out any other duties as may be assigned from time to time. Person Specification: · Ability to build trust with businesses and stakeholders. · Practical problem-solving skills, with the ability to turn business needs into clear actions. · Ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining quality and focus. · Strong influencing and negotiation skills. · Ability to communicate digital and AI opportunities in plain English for non-technical audiences. Essential Criteria: In order to be eligible to apply for this role you must have / demonstrate in your application form the following: · A third-level qualification at a minimum of NFQ Level 6. · The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a management role designing, managing or delivering business support programmes, development programmes or advisory services for SMEs. · Experience working directly with businesses and stakeholders in the tourism sector, or in a related enterprise or economic development environment, to identify needs, deliver practical supports and achieve measurable outcomes. · Experience managing or delivering programmes that support business growth by improving sales, customer engagement, conversion, and overall business performance. · Strong project and programme management experience, including planning, delivery, monitoring and reporting. · Strong relationship management skills, with experience working with businesses, stakeholders, external delivery partners and suppliers. · People management experience, including leading, coaching or developing team members. · Budget management experience, with the ability to manage resources and deliver value for money. Desirable Requirements: · Experience of digital and AI adoption, digital marketing, e-commerce, online sales, conversion improvement would be an advantage · A relevant professional qualification or certification in programme management, project management, business development, digital transformation, change management, data or AI would be advantageous. · Experience using data, feedback and evidence to improve programmes and demonstrate impact. · Tourism sector experience Key Competencies: · Strategic Thinking · Decision Making · Commercial Awareness · Leverages Technology Office Location and Blended Working: We do not ask for addresses as part of the application process, however it is the responsibility of the candidate to acknowledge the base location of the role. The successful candidate must regularly work from and attend the base office location of the role. Please note: Remote working from outside the State is not permitted other than in exceptional circumstances. As this role is within the Irish public service, the post-holder must carry out a minimum of 80% of their working time within the State (Republic of Ireland). Candidates who reside in Northern Ireland must be able to meet this requirement. This role requires travel, with attendance at a number of national and regional locations / sites on an annual basis The flexibility to travel domestically, and on occasion internationally is an element of this role Selection Process: Shortlisting will be based on applications and the selection process may involve two competency based interviews. A panel of successful candidates may be formed following the selection process. Interview Attendance Requirement: Candidates must be available to attend an in-person interview at the location and date specified by Fáilte Ireland. Please note that the location of the interview may vary from the base location of the role. Salary and Benefits €69,149 - €109,980*. *This role will be filled in line with Public Pay Policy at Point 1 of the relevant Salary Scale unless the successful candidate is appointed from an existing public sector role. The Annual Leave allowance for this post is 27 days.
Cleaning Assistant, Briarhill
Job description At Dunnes Stores, we pride ourselves in delivering outstanding service and quality products whether it is food or fashion. We strive for excellence in all that we do, be it our award winning Simply Better Food range, our Baxter & Green Market Deli or our collaborations with some of Ireland's best Fashion & Homewares designers. Dunnes Stores offers a unique opportunity to work alongside one of the most dynamic retailers in Ireland.We are currently looking to recruit a Cleaning Assistant to carry out cleaning duties in our store. Our cleaning assistants are responsible for keeping our stores clean and tidy for customers and employees alike. Also ensuring our Health & Safety policies are implemented to the highest standard. Experience working in a duty cleaning role is preferable but not necessary. Dunnes Stores is an equal opportunities employer.
Higher Executive Officer: Internal Communications Executive
The Role - HEO Internal Communications Executive Working under the direction of the Head of Communications and Customer Relations, the purpose of this role is to manage the delivery of a high-impact internal communications plan that supports organisational performance, strengthens culture and enables the effective delivery of the HSA’s statutory mandate. The following is a non-exhaustive list of key accountabilities that are typically allocated, but are not limited to, the role: ■ Develop, implement and continuously review processes and procedures to support effective internal communication. ■ Work with senior management to deliver an organisation-wide internal communications plan that delivers key messages at key stages, to support the HSA’s Strategy Statement, Programmes of Work, Executive Team priorities, organisational culture, and public sector governance and accountability requirements. ■ Based on agreed priorities, translate organisational strategy, regulatory priorities and operational initiatives into clear, accessible and staff-relevant messaging. ■ Ensure internal communications reinforce the HSA’s vision and values. ■ Ensure strong coordination between the internal communications role, senior management and operational divisions. ■ Oversee and continuously improve the HSA’s internal communications channels, including: o Staff intranet (eXchange) o Webinars o Leadership updates and internal meetings o Internal publications and digital content ■ Ensure all content is clear, consistent, accessible and aligned with HSA brand and accessibility requirements. ■ Provide guidance and support to managers across the organisation in planning and delivering effective internal communications. ■ Build strong working relationships across divisions to ensure coordinated and aligned messaging. ■ Lead internal communications for key organisational initiatives, including: o Strategy development o Culture and engagement programmes o HR and wellbeing initiatives (in partnership with HR) o Organisational change and transformation programmes ■ Support as required the delivery of internal campaigns that drive awareness, engagement and behavioural change. ■ Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of internal communications using feedback and performance data, where available. ■ Provide insights and recommendations to improve communication effectiveness and staff engagement. ■ Identify and implement new tools, platforms, and approaches to enhance internal communications effectiveness. ■ Promote best practice in internal communications across the organisation through guidance, templates, and training. ■ Support internal communications during incidents or critical events to ensure staff are informed in a timely and accurate manner. ■ Ensure alignment between internal and external messaging during high-profile or sensitive issues. Essential Requirements ■ A Level 7 qualification (or higher) in a relevant discipline. ■ A minimum of three years’ relevant experience in an internal communications role. ■ A track record of working with senior managers in delivering successful internal communications outcomes. ■ Excellent writing and editing skills with the ability to translate complex information into clear, accessible and engaging content. ■ Experience using internal communications channels and tools, including intranet, email, webinars, staff events or digital content platforms. Desirable Requirements ■ Experience supporting culture, engagement or organisational change initiatives. ■ Experience working in a public sector, regulatory or complex stakeholder environment. ■ Knowledge of accessibility, plain English and inclusive communications principles. Conditions of Service Tenure Appointment from this competition will be a full-time permanent Higher Executive Officer grade in the public service following successful completion of a nine-month probation period. Salary For persons paying Class A rate of PRSI contributions, the scale is as follows: €60,029 €61,785 €63,537 €65,286 €67,044 €68,792 €70,547 €73,077¹ €76,546² Long service increments may be payable after 3 (LSI-1) and 6 (LSI-2) years satisfactory service at the maximum of the scale. The starting salary will be at the minimum point of the scale and the rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation. Appointments arising from this competition are subject to Section 52, of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and any other Act for the time being in force relating to the Authority. Note: Different pay and conditions may apply if, immediately prior to appointment, the successful candidate is already a serving civil or public servant. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with government pay policy. Successful candidates will be placed on a panel from which appointments will be made. Vacancies will be offered to candidates based on the order of merit from the interview process. Any panel formed as part of this campaign, will expire 12 months from its establishment. Probationary Period On appointment, the appointee will serve a 9 month probationary period. Prior to the end of this probationary period, a decision will be made on substantive appointment to the position. Location This role can be based in the Authority’s Dublin HQ or in one of the regional offices as may be agreed by the Authority and the candidate. The role will have a nationwide remit. The Authority reserves the right, at its discretion, to change the primary location to any other place within Ireland. Pension Abatement If the appointee has previously been employed in the Civil or Public Service and is in receipt of a pension from the Civil or Public Service or where a Civil/Public Service pension comes into payment during his/her re-employment that pension will be subject to abatement in accordance with the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012, (the 2012 Act). Pension Accrual A 40-year limit on total service that can be counted towards pension where a person has been a member of more than one pre-existing public service pension scheme (i.e., non-Single Scheme) as per the 2012 Act shall apply. The 40-year limit is provided for in the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and other Provisions) Act 2012. This may have implications for any appointee who has acquired pension rights in a previous public service employment. Early Retirement Schemes and Redundancy Schemes within the public sector Such schemes imposed certain conditions on those availing of these schemes in relation to employment later in the wider public service. The onus is on each applicant to ensure, that if they have availed of such a scheme, they are eligible to apply for this competition. Ill-Health Retirement Please note that where an individual has retired from a Civil/Public Service body on the grounds of ill-health his/her pension from that employment may be subject to review in accordance with the rules of ill-health retirement within the pension scheme of that employment. For further information in relation to the Single Public Service Pension Scheme please see the following website: www.singlepensionscheme.gov.ie The above represents the principal conditions of service and is not intended to be the comprehensive list of all terms and conditions of employment which will be set out in the employment contract. Declaration Applicants will be required to declare whether they have previously availed of a Public Service scheme of incentivised early retirement. Applicants will also be required to declare any entitlements to a Public Service pension benefit (in payment or preserved) from any other Public Service employment and/or where they have received a payment-in-lieu in respect of service in any Public Service employment.
Civil Engineering Technician Grade I
The Role Reporting to an Engineer Grade II or Engineer Grade III, the work of the Civil Engineering Technician Grade I in the Hydrometric Section primarily involves the collection, processing and management of hydrometric data, and the installation, monitoring and maintenance of hydrometric gauging stations. Principal Duties and Responsibilities of the Role The principal duties of the Civil Engineering Technician Grade I in Hydrometric Section are: • Operating and maintaining of hydrometric stations, including calibration, data download/collection and data validation; • Undertaking flow measurements at hydrometric stations and where required; • Monitoring and maintenance of rain gauges, including calibration, data download/collection and data validation; • Establishing new hydrometric stations and rain gauges; • Installing, commissioning, operation and maintenance of telemetry equipment; • Examining, processing, quality assessing and management of hydrometric and rainfall data; • Supervising operational staff and taking on of duties associated with line management contractors where required; • Planning, setting out and supervision of works on hydraulic control structures and monitoring stations, measurement and recording of works progress, assuming role of Project Supervisor as required; • Undertaking of surveys of rivers, lakes and coastal locations, and associated infrastructure such as embankments and channel structures, and preparing drawings; • Setting out and levelling of construction-related projects; • Implementing Safety systems and undertaking risk assessments; • Undertaking general administration duties; • Undertaking technical auditing of peers; • Training and mentoring new staff including apprentices, and students on temporary placement; • Developing technical excellence in the use specialised equipment and systems; • Undertaking other field and office duties as required to assist with the performance of the functions of the Hydrometric Section. Please note: The above is a general guide to the key duties and responsibilities of the role and is not an exhaustive description. Other duties and responsibilities appropriate to the role may also be assigned from time to time. Arterial Drainage Maintenance and Construction Section The Arterial Drainage Maintenance and Construction Section is responsible for the management of the maintenance requirements on drainage schemes completed under the Arterial Drainage Act, 1945 and for the construction and maintenance of capital flood relief schemes executed under the 1945 & 1995 Arterial Drainage Acts. The Section is responsible also for the maintenance of coastal protection schemes completed under the Coast Protection Act, 1963. The Role Reporting to an Engineer Grade II or Engineer Grade III, the work of the Civil Engineering Technician Grade I in the Arterial Drainage Maintenance and Construction Section is to provide support to the Engineer in the development, implementation and supervision of all aspects of the maintenance and capital works programmes. Principal Duties and Responsibilities of the Role The principal duties of the Civil Engineering Technician Grade I in Arterial Drainage Maintenance and Construction Section are: • Undertaking surveys of rivers, lakes and coastal locations, and infrastructure such as embankments and channel structures, and preparing drawings; • Setting out and levelling of construction-related projects; • Investigating of complaints and claims; • Preparing and monitoring of works programmes; • Measuring, supervising and recording of works progress; • Implementing Safety Systems and undertaking risk assessments; • Supervising operational staff and taking on of duties associated with line management and contractors where required; • Supporting general administration duties; • Undertaking other field and office duties as required to assist with the performance of the functions of the Arterial Drainage Maintenance and Construction Section. Please note: The above is a general guide to the key duties and responsibilities of the role and is not an exhaustive description. Other duties and responsibilities appropriate to the role may also be assigned from time to time. Survey and Coastal Monitoring Section The Survey and Coastal Monitoring Section is responsible for the development and implementation of coastal monitoring programmes, analysis of coastal monitoring data, research and piloting of innovative monitoring techniques and development and management of a coastal defence asset database and asset management system. The Section is also responsible for the inspection of schemes constructed under the Coast Protection Act, 1963. The Role Reporting to an Engineer Grade II or Engineer Grade III, the work of the Civil Engineering Technician Grade I in the Survey and Coastal Monitoring Section primarily involves the collection, processing, quality control and management of coastal monitoring data. Principal Duties and Responsibilities of the Role The principal duties of the Civil Engineering Technician Grade I in the Survey and Coastal Monitoring Section are: • Undertaking of coastal monitoring surveys and preparation of survey reports and drawings; • Reviewing and quality control of survey data, including data provided by external contractors; • Preparing and monitoring of works programmes; • Measuring, supervising and recording of works progress; • Implementing Safety Systems and undertaking risk assessments; • Supporting general administration duties; • Undertaking other field and office duties as required to assist with the performance of the functions of the Survey and Coastal Monitoring Section. Please note: The above is a general guide to the key duties and responsibilities of the role and is not an exhaustive description. Other duties and responsibilities appropriate to the role may also be assigned from time to time. Working Environment The work in all three sections is divided between field and office. Travelling is envisaged in all areas of work and successful candidates may be required to stay away from their base location overnight on a regular basis. Travel and subsistence will be paid in accordance with Civil Service regulations. Civil Engineering Technician Grade I’s will typically be able to work in accordance with the OPW’s Blended Working Policy, subject to business needs. Specialist Equipment Successful candidates may be required to use the following specialist equipment and facilities in the course of their duties: • Computer software systems for the logging, processing, analysis, transfer (via telemetry), and reporting of hydrometric, meteorological, environmental and survey data; • Surface water level, rainfall and water quality monitoring equipment; • Flow gauging equipment and associated remote control propulsion units; • Conventional and modern surveying and levelling equipment including use of UAVs (drones); • Geographical Information Systems (GIS). Training and Development The OPW is committed to ensuring that all staff members are given the support and assistance required to realise their full potential within the organisation. As part of its strategy to meet this objective, Flood Risk Management Services provides opportunities for staff to develop professional skills and knowledge over a wide range of competencies. OPW staff have access to a wide range of Civil Service-wide learning and development opportunities, to support and develop core civil service competencies. In addition, OPW Flood Risk Management Services is an Engineers Ireland Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Accredited Employer, and professional and technical staff are required to actively participate in the scheme including the objective of lifelong learning. There is a formal mentoring programme in place for all new engineering entrants. The programme is integrated to the existing Performance Management and Development System (PMDS), and into the CPD programme. Professional, technical, ICT and management training is provided to keep staff up to date on relevant developments. Other learning opportunities, including support for academic studies, may also be provided. Office Locations and Vacancies A panel will be formed from this competition to fill current and future vacancies that may arise for Civil Engineering Technician Grade I in the following counties: Cork (Cork City or Mallow) Donegal (Lifford) Dublin Galway (Headford) Kilkenny (Kilkenny City) Limerick (Mungret) Mayo (Ballina) Meath (Trim and Newtown) Sligo (Sligo Town) and Westmeath (Athlone and Mullingar). Salary Range: €55,081* - €67,618 *NOTE: Appointments will be made at the minimum point of the salary scale. The rate of remuneration is not subject to negotiation. Starting Annual Leave: 23 days Hours of attendance: 41 hours and 15 minutes gross per week Essential Candidates must have on or before 15th of October 2026: (a) A qualification at minimum Level 6 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) (or NARIC Ireland Foreign Qualifications equivalent) in Civil Engineering and (b) A minimum of three years’ relevant post-qualification engineering experience, including relevant experience in two or more of the following areas: Surveying Civil engineering works Hydrometric work Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Maintaining and operating technical equipment, systems and telemetry. OR (a) A qualification at minimum Level 6 on the NFQ (or NARIC Ireland Foreign Qualifications equivalent) in a related discipline such as Structural Engineering, Hydrology and Water Resources Engineering, Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and Digital Mapping, Civil and Water Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Construction Management or Construction Studies. and (b) A minimum of four years’ relevant post-qualification engineering experience, including relevant experience in two or more of the following areas: Surveying Civil engineering works Hydrometric work Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Maintaining and operating technical equipment, systems and telemetry Candidates must also have: The ability to supervise staff in an operational environment. The ability to tackle problems of a technical and/or management nature with a practical approach. The ability to work independently, capable of operating under own initiative and ability to motivate and support others. The ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines with attention to detail. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. Excellent oral and written communication skills with fluency in English. A commitment to achieving quality results and ensuring all tasks are completed to a very high standard. Good Information Technology (IT) skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. A commitment to Continuous Professional Development (CPD) including keeping updated and fully informed on developments in relevant areas. A current full driving licence (Category B), valid in Ireland and have access to a car. Desirable • Experience in specialist systems (such as total stations, level control and GPS systems, etc.) relevant to the work of the OPW in civil engineering construction projects, projects in or alongside rivers or similar. • Advanced computer literacy in the use of specialist technical software such as AutoCAD/Revit, etc.
Team Member
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Regional Clinical Partner, Western
Job Opportunity Role: Regional Clinical Partner – Western Region Contract Type: Permanent Full-Time Contract Hours: 39 Hours per week We are seeking applications from energetic and enthusiastic individuals to join our team for the above position. Candidates must be highly motivated, creative, and experienced with a passion for engaging with the people we support daily. About Cheshire Ireland Cheshire Ireland provides quality services to adults with physical, sensory, and neurological disabilities at a medium and high level of need. More information on our organisation can be found at https://www.cheshire.ie/ What we do Operating within a social model of disability, this role ensures the highest standards of care are provided to meet the holistic needs of individuals with physical and sensory disabilities and neurological conditions who are receiving Cheshire Ireland services. The Regional Clinical Partner provides clinical oversight and governance to the care provided to individuals receiving a service from Cheshire Ireland, fostering relationships based on respect, equality, and independence. The Regional Clinical Partner supports the frontline Care and Nursing Teams and Service Management in each service of responsibility, in ensuring full compliance with statutory and legislative requirements and standards and in the implementation of organisational clinical policies and procedures. Cheshire Ireland strives to ensure that all people using our services are supported to live their best possible life. It is critical that all Cheshire Ireland staff perform their roles in a manner that is consistent with Cheshire Ireland’s core values of Excellence, Partnership, Learning, Integrity and Respect. Who we are looking for. • Evidence of NMBI nurse registration. • Minimum 5 years post-registration experience and currently operating at CNM level. • Line management or significant supervisory experience in disability or social services. • Experience in staff training delivery and development. • Relevant post graduate qualification. • Knowledge of the National HIQA Standards for Residential Services for Children and Adults with Disabilities • Evidence-based decision-making skills. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills. • Proficient in Microsoft Word and Outlook. • Valid documentation to work and live in the Republic of Ireland. • Full, clean driving licence and willingness to travel as required. • Fluency in spoken and written English Why work for us Flexibility in working hours. €67,355.13 to €76,348.45 annually (Pro-rata and depending on experience). Premiums paid on unsocial hours. Career opportunities. Induction and ongoing training via Cheshire Academy. Free onsite Parking. Benefits Sick pay benefit. Company Pension Scheme. Maternity benefit. Bike/Cycle to work scheme Employee assistance programme. Death in Service benefit for pension members. Employee Referral Scheme Closing Date: 9th of September 2026 @5pm. Cheshire Ireland is an equal opportunity employer. All successful candidates will be subject to vetting by the Garda National Vetting Bureau and must provide security clearance for each jurisdiction in which they have resided outside the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland for 6 months or more from the date of their 16th birthday. www.cheshire.ie Company Reg No: 20165 Reg Charity No: CHY 5484 Charities Regulator No: 20008321
Team Leader
CORLANN – WEST REGION 1 X PERMANENT FULL-TIME TEAM LEADER (CNM1/Social Care Leader) John Paul Adult Services Ballybane, Co Galway JOB REF: 103950 DESCRIPTION AND VISION OF SERVICES Corlann West Region provide a community based, person centred service focusing on the needs and abilities of children and adults with intellectual disabilities. The vision of Corlann is to support people with intellectual disabilities to achieve a full and valued life in their community, in line with best practice both nationally and internationally. Working in partnership with each person supported by Corlann, we aim to create opportunities for people supported by Corlann to have ordinary life experiences and to be closely connected to family and friends. We are committed to supporting people to live a life of their choosing. John Paul Adult Services provides a combination of campus and community based services to adults with varying support needs, based on personal outcome measures. Our services are currently undergoing a transition from a campus-based service to community living, where we aim to create opportunities for the people we support to be valued citizens in their communities and to have everyday life experiences. We wish to recruit innovative, creative and motivated people who will relish the opportunity to assist in achieving this vision as part of a team. We are looking for people who will be flexible and adapt to the needs of particular individuals they support and are open to change. The Role: The Team Leader has a pivotal role in managing the day to day delivery of services. The Team Leader will provide leadership and supervision to teams while ensuring the development of the service in line with national standards and best practice. The main responsibilities are to assist the Team Manager with the management of the services, such as – person centred planning in line with Personal Outcome Measures ethos and practice, resource management and staffing - includingrosters, staff development, facilitating communication and professional leadership in order to ensure a good quality of life for the people supported. It is the Team Leader’s responsibility to ensure that the life of each person reflects the organisation’s core values: · Dignity, respect and a rights based model · Promoting independence in all areas of life through exposure, experience and education · Promoting friendships and relationships in ordinary places in the community and making a contribution · Making choices Reporting To/ Responsible To: Team Manager/Service Coordinator or delegate Qualifications/Experience: · A relevant 3rd level qualification in Nursing and current Live Register Certificate from NMBI or Be registered in the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board – CORU Or Be eligible under the Section 91 (existing practitioner) route for registration in the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board - CORU (evidence of application status is necessary). · An appropriate qualification in Health and Social Care Management (QQI Level 6) is a necessary requirement of the post. If the successful applicant does not hold such a qualification, a commitment to obtaining the qualification prior to taking up the post will be required. · Previous experience of effectively managing a staff team and demonstrating proven ability to pro-actively lead, motivate, empower and achieve results through people is an advantage. · A minimum of three 3 years’ post qualification experience, working with people with an Intellectual Disability is essential. · Demonstrate a clear commitment to community integration and active citizenship for all people with disabilities with experience in the area of human rights and advocacy. · Experience of working in the area of autism and behaviours of concern would be an advantage. Skills: · Candidates should be able to demonstrate leadership and communication and team working skills. · Knowledge and experience managing people’s well-being using an evidence based approach to person centred planning e.g. Personal Outcome Measures. · Knowledge and understanding of the National Standards for Residential Services for Children and Adults with Disabilities, the Health Act 2007 (Care and Support of Residents in Designated Centres for Persons (Children and Adults with Disabilities) Regulations 2013 and New Directions for Day Services. · Must have the ability to exercise good judgement, discretion and confidentiality, be creative and self-motivated, communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms and co-operate in a team environment with a person-centred philosophy · Fluency in verbal and written English is an essential requirement of this post. Working Hours: Contracted hours will depend on the grade of the successful candidate - i.e. 78 hours a fortnight (SCL grade) or 75 hours a fortnight (CNM1 grade) rostered flexibly on a 7 day duty roster. The Team leader will work as a frontline member of the team with protected time to carry out specific team leader duties. In addition, a night duty commitment may be a requirement of posts in residential services for which the appropriate allowance will be paid. Corlann’s model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual. Annual Leave: Leave will be granted according to the agreed leave assigned to the grade of the successful candidates i.e. Social Care Leader or CNM1. Annual leave must be planned in advance with the Team Manager to ensure appropriate and adequate cover is provided for the service. Remuneration: Based on the salary scale attached to the grade of the successful candidates i.e.Social Care Leader or CNM1. Tenure: Permanent, full-time and pensionable. Probation: A probationary period of nine months from the date of appointment applies to the post. The employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period should the employer find that the appointee is unsuitable to continue employment. The probation period may be extended at the Employer’s discretion. To view full job description, please see attached. Informal enquiries to Anne Dundon, Area Manager or Rita McHugh, Service Coordinator on 091 783660 Closing date for receipt of completed application forms /CV’s on-line is 5pm, Tuesday October 6tp026 CORLANN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER
