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Full time Commis Chef Required. Employer and Employment Location: Senjoy Food Ltd, Main Street, Virginia, Co. Cavan requires ( 1 ) commis chef. Requirements: To assist the head chef preparing and cooking Asian Food. Minimum 2 years experience. To work as part of the kitchen team. Working hours: 39 hours Salary : €34,000 per annum AD PUBLISHED: FROM 20TH JANUARY 2026 TO 17TH FEBRUARY 2026
Receptionist/Accounts Assistant
FDC Group is a fast growing, multi-disciplined professional services provider. Established in 1973, with headquarters in Cork and 50+ office locations nationwide, we offer a range of Accounting, Auditing, Taxation, Agri-Consultancy, Financial and Business Advisory to a diversified portfolio of 30,000+ clients. We are looking for a Receptionist/Accounts Assistant for our Kilkenny City office. Responsibilities:
Traffic Warden
The Position The Council now invites applications from suitably qualified persons who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which permanent and fixed term contract posts for the position of Traffic Warden may be drawn. Duties and Responsibilities The main duties and responsibilities of a Traffic Warden are as follows: • Patrol assigned areas including public roads, on-street parking, and off-street Council car parks. • Monitor compliance with Westmeath County Council Parking Bye-Laws, Disc Parking Regulations, Road Traffic Acts, Roads Acts, Finance Acts, and any other relevant statutory instruments or regulations. • Issue Fixed Charge Offence Notices (“On-the-spot fines”) for violations, including parking restrictions, non-display of parking permits, or non-display of a valid Road Fund Licence (vehicle tax disc). • Enforce Westmeath County Council Casual Trading Bye-Laws where required. • Be fully conversant with relevant Bye-Laws, Traffic Acts, and other statutory instruments as appropriate to duties. • Implement any new or amended Bye-Laws or statutory instruments introduced by Westmeath County Council. • Keep accurate and detailed records of offences for the purpose of Court proceedings. • Prepare necessary documentation, clear and concise reports, and evidence for Court when required. • Attend Court and give evidence as necessary. • Carry out administrative duties relating to the enforcement of parking regulations as requested. • Maintain accurate electronic and paper records using Information Communications Technology as required. • Report to assigned Supervisors regarding work schedules, completion of duties, and preparation of evidence. • Behave in a courteous, professional, and helpful manner toward the public, including motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians. • Report any defects in regulatory traffic signs, pavement condition or furniture, road markings, traffic information signs, or abandoned vehicles encountered while on duty. • Use assigned mode of transport as requested. • Assist in the training of newly employed Traffic Wardens as required. • From time to time, act in the roles of Litter or Community Warden and School Traffic Warden. • Carry out any other duties as assigned by the Officer in Charge or Westmeath County Council. Qualifications for the Post 1. Character Candidates shall be of good character. 2. Health The role is substantially street based and involves periods of walking and standing. Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Citizenship Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: a) A citizen of the European Economic Area. The European Economic Area consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway; or b) A citizen of the United Kingdom; or c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the European Union and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or d) A non-European Economic Area citizen who is a spouse or child of a European Economic Area, United Kingdom, 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 A non-European Economic Area citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, a European Economic Area Member State, the United Kingdom, or Switzerland and has a Stamp 4 visa. 4. Education, Training, Experience Candidates must have, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (i) A standard of education sufficient to enable them to efficiently carry out the assigned duties and, as a minimum, a Junior Certificate or equivalent standard in English. (ii) Sufficient knowledge and experience to exercise initiative and sound judgment. (iii) The ability to drive a motor vehicle and hold a current, full, unendorsed Category B driving licence. (iv) The ability to operate a personal computer and, where relevant, demonstrate a willingness to learn and the aptitude to use new technology and information systems in a work context. Non-Irish qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications. Overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. 5. The Ideal Candidate Candidates will be expected to demonstrate, through their application form and at interview, the following: • A personable and enthusiastic manner, with excellent written and verbal communication skills. • The ability to write clear and concise reports. • A flexible approach to working hours, as the successful candidate may be required to work evenings, nights, and weekends. • A satisfactory knowledge of, or the ability to understand, Westmeath County Council Parking Places Bye-Laws, including Disc Parking Regulations, Road Traffic Acts, and any other relevant Acts, Regulations, or Parking Control Bye-Laws. Particulars of Office (Including Retirement) 1. The Post A panel will be formed for an initial period of one year and this may be extended for a further year at the discretion of the Chief Executive. The panel may be used to fill permanent and fixed term positions that may arise for its duration. Vacancies will be offered in order of merit as per the panel. Vacancies may arise on a county-wide basis. Westmeath County Council reserves the right to assign employees to any work location having regard to funding and or operational circumstances. 2. Salary The current salary for the post of Traffic Warden is €844.48 to €911.39 per week, including Long Service Increments, which is analogous to the Water and Sewerage Caretaker Grade V scale as per Circular EL 02 2026. Payment of increments is dependent on satisfactory performance. The entry point of this scale will be determined in accordance with the Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Planning, Community and Local Government. New entrants to the Local Authority Service commence on the first point of the scale in accordance with current Government Policy as set out in Department of the Environment Circular Letter EL 02 2011 of 28 January 2011 and Circular EL 05 2016 dated 5 February 2016. Remuneration is paid fortnightly by PayPath directly to the employee’s nominated bank account. The current pay cycle may be revised during the period of employment. Remuneration is subject to all statutory deductions, for example Pay As You Earn and Pay Related Social Insurance. Increments are paid annually subject to satisfactory attendance, conduct, performance, and national agreements. Increments may be withheld if performance, attendance, or conduct are not satisfactory. You agree that in the event of an overpayment of salary or other monies to you, the Council reserves the right to deduct monies from your wages, for the purposes of the Payment of Wages Act 1991, for reimbursement of the amount of the overpayment, in keeping with Section 5 subsection 5 of the Payment of Wages Act 1991. 3. Superannuation and Retirement Membership of the Local Government Superannuation Scheme or the Single Public Service Pension Scheme is compulsory for all employees. Details of the relevant scheme will be provided to the appointee prior to appointment. Employees are admitted to the Superannuation Scheme in accordance with the terms of the Local Government Superannuation Consolidation Act 1998 and the Superannuation Miscellaneous Provisions Act 2004, with effect from the date of appointment. This scheme is contributory and provides pension, retirement, and death gratuities. In order for a new entrant to the scheme to qualify for a pension, the employee must have served a minimum of two years employment in a local authority. The compulsory retirement age for new entrants as defined by the Public Service Pensions Single Scheme and Other Provisions Act 2012 is 70 years. Anyone who is not a new entrant to the public service, as defined in the Public Service Superannuation Miscellaneous Provisions Act 2004, is subject to a compulsory retirement age of 70 years. 4. Probation There shall be a period after such appointment takes effect during which the person shall hold the position on probation. The probation period shall be one year, but the Chief Executive may at his or her discretion extend such period. The person appointed shall cease to hold office at the end of the period of probation unless the Chief Executive has certified that the service of the person in such office is satisfactory. The Local Authority shall require persons to whom appointments are offered to take up such appointments within a period of not more than one month and if they fail to take up the appointment within such period or such longer period as the Local Authority in its absolute discretion may determine, the Local Authority shall not appoint them. 5. Annual Leave The annual leave entitlement shall be 25 days. Public holidays will be governed by the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997 and local agreements which may apply from time to time. 6. Working Hours Traffic Wardens will be required to work a 39 hour, 5 day week, over the period Monday to Saturday inclusive, within the following range: 8.30 am to 6.30 pm, Monday to Saturday. Saturday working will form part of a rotating roster as required by operational needs. The hours and days of work may be subject to change from week to week. Rostered days and hours, including start and finish times, will be determined by the Officer in Charge and notified in advance. Traffic Wardens may be required to work overtime, depending on operational requirements and at the discretion of the Officer in Charge. Where possible, notice of overtime will be given in advance. Traffic Wardens may not leave their work location during normal working hours without formal authorisation from the Officer in Charge, including lunchtime, for which an eating on site allowance is paid. Traffic Wardens will be required to report to base each morning when on duty and, when required, to return to base at any time during working hours as requested by their Supervisor. Worked hours will be recorded in accordance with the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997 Regulations. Traffic Wardens will be required to operate the Council’s Attendance Management System. 7. Sick Leave The terms of the Public Service Sick Pay Scheme will apply. 8. Location Westmeath County Council reserves the right to assign the successful candidate to any premises in use by the Council, now or in the future. The person appointed will be required to report to their place of work by their own means of transport and at their own expense. 9. Code of Conduct and Organisational Policies Employees are required to adhere to all current and future Westmeath County Council Codes of Practice, including the Code of Conduct of Employees and all organisational policies. 10. Uniform Traffic Wardens shall be supplied with a full uniform, which must be worn while on duty and maintained at all times to the satisfaction of Westmeath County Council. 11. Training It is a condition of employment that successful candidates will be required to participate in training programmes relevant to the skills required for the performance of the duties attached to the post. 12. Safety and Welfare Westmeath County Council, as an employer, is obliged to ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work of all its employees. Under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, the Council has a legal duty to exercise due care and take all protective and preventative measures to protect employees. The holder of the post shall cooperate with the terms of the Westmeath County Council Safety Statement and Major Emergency Plan. The post holder shall familiarise himself or herself with safety rules and procedures and make proper use of all safety clothing and equipment. Employees must cooperate with management and must not engage in improper conduct or behaviour that would place themselves or others at risk. Employees must not be under the influence of an intoxicant in the workplace. Employees must comply with all Safety and Health rules and regulations and attend all required Safety and Health training. 13. Driver’s Licence and Insurance It is desirable that the post holder shall hold a full driving licence for Class B vehicles, as he or she may be required to use a motor car in the course of duties and provide and maintain a vehicle to the satisfaction of the Council. It is the responsibility of the post holder to arrange insurance cover for business use and to indemnify Westmeath County Council with the indemnity specified on the insurance certificate under the heading Persons or Classes of Persons Who Are Covered. Travelling and subsistence expenses incurred in the course of official duties will be refunded in accordance with the relevant Department Circulars and Local Authority Travel and Subsistence Policy. If, during employment, the licence is revoked, even temporarily, or endorsements are received which may affect duties, the Council must be notified immediately. 14. Garda Vetting Successful candidates may be subject to Garda Vetting in advance of appointment to the position. 15. Employee Benefits Examples of current employee benefits include: • Allocation of 25 days annual leave per annum • A range of family friendly policies • Availability of an Optical Benefit Scheme • Availability of a Cycle to Work Scheme • A range of learning and developmental opportunities • Paid maternity and paternity leave • Option to become a member of Westmeath County Council Social Club • State of the art office accommodation in the Civic Headquarters • Automatic entry into a pension scheme • Access to services provided under Westmeath County Council Employee Assistance Programme.
Assistant Staff Officer
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which permanent or temporary vacancies for the position of AssistantStaff Officer (Grade IV) in Monaghan County Council shall be filled. The role The Assistant Staff Officer is a key frontline support position within the Council and is assigned to a service delivery area or to support a functional area as required. The Assistant Staff Officer will work under the direction and management of the Staff Officer or analogous grade or other employee designated by the Administrative Officer, Senior Executive Officer or Director of Services as appropriate. The role involves supporting managers and colleagues and working as part of a team in meeting work goals and objectives and delivering quality services to internal and external customers. The Assistant Staff Officer role requires excellent administrative, interpersonal, communication and other particular skills and expertise depending on assignment and may also be required to deputise for a Staff Officer from time to time. The Assistant Staff Officer will be expected to use initiative and work to a high standard and will be required to operate the Council’s existing and future IT systems as part of their work. The successful candidate will be expected to carry out their duties in a manner that enhances public trust and confidence and ensures impartial decision making. The ideal candidate must be able to demonstrate that they have sufficient experience and a proven track record in the following: PRINCIPAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS The Competition Monaghan County Council invites applications from suitably qualified persons, who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which permanent and temporary vacancies for the post of AssistantStaff Officer (Grade IV) shall be filled. The post(s) shall be wholetime, permanent and pensionable. Monaghan County Council reserves the right to, at any time, to reassign an employee to and Department. Recruitment arrangements to the post of Assistant Staff Officer will be on the following basis: - Panel A - 50% confined to employees of the sector* Panel B - 30% open Panel C - 20% confined to employees of Monaghan County Council * The sector includes all Local Authorities and the three regional assemblies. Candidates who are not existing employees of these local authorities or regional assemblies are not eligible to apply for competitions confined to the sector or to the local authorities i.e. Monaghan County Council. Following the selection process, three panels will be formed for the post of AssistantStaff Officer of suitably qualified candidates to meet the requirements of the ratio of the posts to be confined to the local authority sector, open and those confined to Monaghan County Council. The order of candidates placed on each of the three panels is determined by where they are placed on the overall Order of Merit List. Panel A (Confined to Local Authority Sector) will comprise of successful applicants in order of merit from within the Local Authority Sector only i.e. candidates serving in a local authority or Regional Assembly (where applicable). Panel B (Open) will comprise of all successful applicants in order of merit and may include candidates serving in a local authority, regional assembly, and external applicants. Panel C (Confined to Monaghan County Council) will comprise of all successful applicants in order of merit from within the recruiting Local Authority i.e. candidates serving in Monaghan County Council. The post holder shall not engage in any gainful occupation, other than as an employee of a local authority, to such an extent as to impair the performance of his or her duties as an employee of a local authority or in any occupation which might conflict with the interests of the local authority, or which might be inconsistent with the discharge of his/her duties as a local authority employee. Salary: The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Starting pay for new entrants will be at the minimum of the scale. 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 office 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. The salary scale for the post is: - €36,113, - €38,240, - €41,259, - €43,241, - €44,975, -€46,653, -€48,917, -€50,557, -€52,239, - 1st LSI €53,829, -2nd LSI €55,460, Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Local Government, and Heritage. Appointees who are not existing public servants will enter at the minimum point of the scale. Probation: Where a person who is not already a permanent employee of a local authority is appointed, the following provisions shall apply: - (a) there shall be a period after such appointment takes effect, during which such person shall hold such position on probation; (b) such period shall be twelve months, but the Chief Executive may, at his discretion, extend such period; (c) such person shall cease to hold such office at the end of the period of probation, unless during such period, the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such person is satisfactory. Hours of Duty: The successful candidate’s normal hours of work will be 35 hours per week. Flexible working arrangements apply. The Council reserves the right to alter the hours of work from time to time. The role requires flexibility in terms of working hours as the duties may involve working outside of normal office hours. Annual Leave The annual leave entitlement will be 30 days per annum. Health For the purpose of satisfying the requirement as to health it will be necessary for each successful candidate, before he/she is appointed, to undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the local authority. Superannuation: Membership of the Local Government Superannuation Scheme or the Single Public Service Pension Scheme is compulsory for all employees. Details will be provided to the appointee prior to appointment. Superannuation contributions Persons who become pensionable officers of a Local Authority who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the Local Authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependant or qualified children). Persons who become pensionable officers of a Local Authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the Local Authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. Widows & Orphans/Spouses & Childre’s scheme All persons who become pensionable officers of a Local Authority will be required in respect of the Spouses and Children’s Contributory Pension Scheme to contribute to the Local Authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the scheme. New entrants from 1st January 2013 – Single Public Services Pension Scheme For new entrants under the Single Public Service Pension Scheme, effective from 1st January 2013, superannuation contributions are as follows: 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration and 3% of pensionable remuneration. Pension and retirement lump sum will be based on career-average pensionable remuneration; pensions will be co-ordinated with the State Pension Contributory.
FET College Co-Ordinator
The Capital Development and Estates Management team within the FCT unit is responsible for the management and oversight of budgets for capital investment from the National Development Plan and the National Training Fund to the FET sector, including for the National Apprenticeship Office. The team carries out strategic FET estates management and planning, capital programme planning and development, construction project evaluation and delivery support, investment approval, and recommendation functions under the Infrastructure Guidelines and Capital Works Management Framework. The team, working with units and teams across System Transformation, Strategy and Performance, and Support divisions of SOLAS, through management of and strategic capital investment in infrastructure, is supporting the FET Strategy and College of the Future goals of creating integrated colleges of FET. These FET Colleges will deliver best in class learner experiences across the National Framework of Qualifications from levels 1 to 6 and across the full FET learner profile from early school leavers to lifelong learners. Increasingly, FET Colleges of the Future will also focus strongly on supporting enterprise through delivery of national and regional Centres of Excellence and Centres for Specialist Skills Development. Overview SOLAS has responsibility for providing strategic leadership to the further education and training sector and for implementing a significant transformation programme to deliver 21st century, high quality education and training programmes to a diverse range of learners. SOLAS is charged with a range of responsibilities. In addition, the team is responsible for the following estates portfolio related activities within Education and Training Boards and in liaison with a number of capital and policy business units within the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science: • Annual and multi annual strategic planning of capital investment across the 540 plus properties, 16 Education and Training Boards, and 10 funding streams, including the 700 million euro College Major Capital Programme, and annual capital budgets exceeding 100 million euro per annum; • Strategic and technical appraisal of new build, repair, renovation, expansion, retrofit, and expansion programmes and projects from application, through development, to delivery in alignment with the requirements of the Infrastructure Guidelines and Capital Works Management Framework stages, and with reference to the Department of Education and Youth Design Team Procedures, where appropriate; • Strategic and technical management of funding requisition and disbursal for capital building projects across a range of funding streams; • National Training Fund investment planning, evaluation, and management in the context of Government and enterprise priorities within the holistic national skills and research ecosystems; • National FET Estates Strategy development, direction, and implementation, including FET Estates Data collection, validation, and analysis; • Geographic Information Systems and Building Information Management or Modelling implementation within SOLAS and supporting the sector; • Lease management; • Public Sector Climate Action Mandate and Sustainability support; and • Property selection, purchasing, and disposal. Role Summary The successful applicant will assist in the project management, coordination, and administration of a range of construction and property portfolio work across areas of Climate Action, Sustainability, Procurement, and Digitalisation within the FET College of the Future unit. Working closely with the unit Director and Managers, as well as all unit staff, this person will assist in management of the unit activities in respect of FET capital and estates including specifying, planning, developing, delivering, and monitoring performance against internal SOLAS and external targets and requirements. The role holder will assist the unit managers and will lead out on a range of activities that require liaison with relevant stakeholders in SOLAS, the Education and Training Boards, the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, other agencies, the FET sector, and across the Public Sector in respect of the FET estates critical function as a key enabler of achievement of the FET strategy goals of delivering for Ireland economy and society. A strong commitment to sustainability and climate action in the built environment is essential to all unit activities and will be an essential trait of this role holder. Key Tasks and Responsibilities • Assist with professional management and project management of the sector capital funds and funding streams including Devolved Capital Grants Standard and Green, Emergency Health and Safety Works, Minor Capital Works, Energy Efficiency and Decarbonisation Pathfinder Programme, Strategic Infrastructure Upgrade Programme, the FET College Major Capital Programme, and the Specialist Equipment Grant or National Training Fund Surplus funding. • Assist with professional management and project management of the sector property portfolio and estates management activities for the FET sector. • Assist with managing the continuous improvement, standardisation, and digitalisation of processes associated with the strategic management and funding of the FET property portfolio, including through supporting the specification, procurement, and implementation of enterprise level systems including Geographic Information Systems and Building Information Management or Modelling. • Assist in managing the development and utilisation of procurement frameworks and tendering processes, including through full implementation of Public Sector Green Procurement, in collaboration with the SOLAS Finance unit. • Engage effectively with key stakeholders within and outside SOLAS, particularly in the parent department as Approving Authority or Sanctioning Authority, Education and Training Boards as Sponsoring Agents, and representative groups and bodies such as Education and Training Boards Ireland, Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland, Energy Bureaus, and other Government Departments and Agencies. • Assist the unit technical team and associated consultants in managing engagement around specification, review, and appraisal of work executed within Infrastructure Guidelines and Capital Works Management Framework stages with Design Teams, Contractors, and other parties, including other public sector bodies. • Make efficient and effective use of all resources in planning, organising, executing, and monitoring the unit activities. • Working across the unit, support the Director and management team in development and delivery of annual business plans and in effective utilisation of allocated capital budgets, consistent with the overall FET strategy, the SOLAS Corporate and Annual Business Plan, and other relevant national policies. • Supporting governance, compliance, financial reporting, legal, and audit requirements for the unit in respect of internal SOLAS and external requirements, including Parliamentary Questions, Comptroller and Auditor General, Internal Audit, and the SOLAS Board. • Work effectively with team members and all other relevant stakeholders in the completion of specific, time limited projects. • Establish and maintain positive and proactive communication and liaison structures within SOLAS. • Deputise for unit Managers as required from time to time. • Any other duties which may be specified from time to time. Requirements Essential: • National Framework of Qualifications level 7 qualification in a project management, business administration, sustainability related, or associated discipline. A level 6 qualification in a similar discipline with equivalent experience will also be considered. Other qualifications may be considered where experience in the relevant areas can be considered via Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning. • Minimum 5 years knowledge and experience in a project management, assistant management, or equivalent role with a focus on operational activities. Equivalent experience in related teaching, research, or funding roles will also be considered. • Demonstrated experience of engaging productively in a team with internal and external stakeholders, individually and collectively, in operational and project settings. • Demonstrable and effective track record of technical, financial, or policy related research, reporting, monitoring, and report writing for internal and external audiences. Desirable: • Demonstrated adaptability, flexibility, resilience, and ability to work effectively under pressure to consistently meet targets. • A strong commitment to continuous improvement of processes, workflows, and all activities. • Experience of assisting with project and programme management with an associated track record of excellence in timely execution and successful completion. • Knowledge of public sector financial and procurement procedures. • Demonstrated capability in the management and alignment of diverse stakeholders towards strategic goals. • A record of implementation of information technology systems, as a client or business or process owner. • Demonstrable knowledge of current and future trends in Construction, Energy, Built Environment, Climate Action and or Sustainability including public sector requirements of the Infrastructure Guidelines, European Union Buildings, Energy, and Circular Economy Directives, and Office of Government Procurement construction related mandates. • Experience in assisting with the management of project budgets. • Proven record as an effective communicator with developed interpersonal and influencing skills. • Proven ability in providing direction, support, and mentoring for development of peers or junior staff. • A demonstrable record of and commitment to relevant, current Continuing Professional Development. • A willingness to undertake upskilling as required to fulfil the changing requirements of the role over time and in response to internal and external stimuli. SOLAS, the Further Education and Training Authority of Ireland, was established on 27 October 2013 and its mission is to fund, coordinate and monitor a range of Further Education and Training provisions that is responsive to the needs of learners and employers. It is an agency of the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science. SOLAS works in close collaboration with Education and Training Boards across Ireland on provision of high quality further education and training, equipping learners with relevant skills and knowledge, and providing a pipeline of talent into employment and to the Irish economy and society. At SOLAS, we put the learner, employers and communities, which Further Education and Training serves, at the heart of everything we do. Working with sister agencies, SOLAS leads actions in key policy and strategy documents including the most recent Further Education and Training Strategy 2020 to 2024, the evaluation of the Greenskills Strategy, the National Skills Strategy 2025 and the People Strategy 2020 to 2024 and others. The successful applicant will assist in the project management, coordination, and administration of a range of construction and property portfolio work across areas of Climate Action, Sustainability, Procurement, and Digitalisation within the FET Colleges Transformation unit. Working closely with the unit Director and Managers, as well as all unit staff, this person will assist in management of the unit activities in respect of FET capital and estates including specifying, planning, developing, delivering, and monitoring performance against internal SOLAS and external targets and requirements. The role holder will assist the unit managers and will lead out on a range of activities that require liaison with relevant stakeholders in SOLAS, the Education and Training Boards, the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, other agencies, the FET sector, and across the Public Sector in respect of the FET estates critical function as a key enabler of achievement of the FET strategy goals of delivering for Ireland economy and society. A strong commitment to sustainability and climate action in the built environment is essential to all unit activities and will be an essential trait of this role holder. This is a temporary, 1 year position for which the salary scale ranges from 73,700 euro to 93,266 euro per annum inclusive of two long service increments for a 35 hour week. Starting pay will be at the minimum point of the scale as per Government Circular E100 slash 8 slash 82. Exceptional circumstances may apply for candidates with current service in the Civil or Public Service. SOLAS offers an excellent benefit package including a contributory pension scheme and the opportunity for further training and development.
Retained Firefighter
The Role 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 Firefighters and has Fire Brigade units located at Castlebar, Ballina, Westport, Claremorris, Ballinrobe, Ballyhaunis, Swinford, Kiltimagh, Achill Sound, Belmullet, Crossmolina and Charlestown. We are currently 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 Ballina, Claremorris, Ballyhaunis, Kiltimagh, Achill Sound and Belmullet. In most circumstances a Retained Firefighter has another job or 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 or 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 ongoing 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 Firefighting 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 Character Candidates shall be of good character. Health Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 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 for example 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. Education, Training, Experience Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: • Have attained a suitable level of education to enable him or her to undergo successfully the appropriate training and to perform his or her duties satisfactorily as a Firefighter. • 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. In the event that an offer of employment is made, the candidate will be required to submit all relevant educational qualifications to meet the requirements above. Non Irish qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications, overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. Desirable It is desirable but not essential to hold a valid Category C Licence. Citizenship Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: a) A citizen of the European Economic Area. The European Economic Area consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or b) A citizen of the United Kingdom; or c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the European Union and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or d) A non European Economic Area citizen who is a spouse or child of a European Economic Area or United Kingdom 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 European Economic Area citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, a European Economic Area member state or the United Kingdom or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. Particulars of the Post Position The employment is part time and pensionable. A panel will be formed from qualified candidates from which appointments may be made. Remuneration A Firefighter shall be paid at the appropriate approved national rates of Fire Fees, Drill Fees and Retainer Fees and in accordance with any national agreements for Retained Firefighters. A Firefighter shall be paid an annual retainer allowance depending on years service as shown below: €16,190 0 to 1 Year; €17,192 2 to 4 Years; €18,428 5 to 7 Years; €19,555 8 plus years A Firefighter shall be paid for all hours worked at the appropriate approved national rates shown over. Duties The duties of the post are to give to the local authority, and a) Such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Acts 2001 and 2014, is Chief Executive; and b) To any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority, or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in subparagraph a of this paragraph under the general direction and supervision of the Chief Executive or such other employee as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate services of an executive, administrative or management nature as may be required by any local authority or body hereinbefore mentioned in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties to exercise such powers, functions and duties as may be delegated to him or her by the Chief Executive from time to time, including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The post holder will, if required, act for an employee of a higher level if qualified to do so. The following are among the principal duties envisaged: 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 and 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 cooperate 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. The above specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him or her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. 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 skill sets. 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. Residence Successful candidates must live and work within 3.0 km of the Fire Station in which they are employed so as to allow them to respond for the duration of their employment as a Firefighter. However, other locations in excess of the 3.0 km from the Fire Station may be considered if the travel time based on GPS navigation planner for example Google Maps or similar as determined by Mayo County Council does not exceed 4.5 minutes and the Council are satisfied that it does not adversely affect turnout times at their Fire Station. The routes are measured from the place of employment or their primary residence home to the Fire Station. Successful candidates will be required to provide documentary evidence of both the addresses of their primary residence and place of employment prior to being appointed. Such evidence may include, but is not limited to, house, car or business insurance policy documents, employer letter, bank statements, correspondence from the Revenue Commissioners, tenancy agreement etc. The Council reserve the right to seek any other documentation deemed necessary to ensure that it is satisfied that the evidence so required is provided. Other Employment Written evidence must be provided from the employer as to availability prior to appointment, and the County Council in its sole discretion shall decide as to whether the availability, as so evidenced, is acceptable. Self employed persons must provide written evidence as to availability. Such written evidence must cover a candidate’s availability for initial training and for fire and other calls, drills, training and such other duties which he or she may be required by the County Council to perform. Annual Leave Annual leave entitlement is 28 days per year pro rata. Driving Licences Successful candidates must hold a current valid learner permit for Category C licence on recruitment, and obtain the full valid Category C and Category BE driving licences within their probation period.
Administrative Officer
The Role: The Administrative Officer is a middle management supervisory position in the Local Authority and is assigned responsibility for the development and management of one or more departments or services within the Council or alternatively the successful candidate may be assigned to a developmental and or project management role or duties (eg. economic regeneration, community development etc), working closely with relevant internal and external stakeholders, including responsibility for project development and delivery. He or She will be responsible for the efficient management, direction and deployment of assigned resources for the department, service or work area to which they are assigned and will generally work as part of a multidisciplinary team within one of the Local Authority Directorates, and in collaboration with a range of internal and external stakeholders and or partner agencies or organisations as appropriate to deliver a broad and diverse range of services including planning, economic and enterprise development, community and social development, housing, recreation, amenity and cultural services, environmental services, transportation and infrastructure, emergency services and corporate support services etc. The Administrative Officer is responsible for day to day operations and management of one or more sections or units or multiple work streams within the local authority and is the primary point of contact and liaison with other internal sections and external bodies in relation to service delivery for their area of responsibility. He or She is also a contributor to the strategic and policy making decisions of the Council and will be expected to contribute to the development and implementation of forward thinking strategies within the local authority and to work closely with senior management, elected representatives, external agencies and relevant stakeholders in delivering services to the highest standard. The Administrative Officer may represent the Council on committees and at meetings and may be asked to report on progress in his or her respective sections at Council meetings, Municipal District meetings, Strategic Policy Committee meetings, Interagency meetings etc. The role requires excellent management, administrative, interpersonal, communication, research, reporting, project initiation, development and delivery skills, budgetary and timescale management, and other particular skills and expertise depending on assignment. The post holder will be expected to carry out their duties in a manner that enhances public trust and confidence and ensures impartial decision making. The Administrative Officer will generally work under the direction and management of the Senior Executive Officer, and or Director of Services or analogous grade as appropriate and will, from time to time, be required to deputise for senior personnel and must be willing to take on this challenge. Panel Information and Eligibility: In accordance with the Workplace Relations Commission agreement, the following procedure will apply to the recruitment of clerical and administrative Grade IV to Grade VII posts in Leitrim County Council: Panel A - 50 percent Confined to the Local Authority Sector Panel C - 20 percent Confined to Employees of Leitrim County Council Leitrim County Council will, following the recruitment and interview process, form two panels from which future relevant vacancies may be filled during the lifetime of the panels. Panel A - Confined to the Local Authority Sector This will comprise of successful candidates in order of merit serving in a local authority or Regional Assembly where applicable. Panel C - Confined to current employees of Leitrim County Council This will comprise of successful candidates in order of merit who are currently working in Leitrim County Council. Management reserves the right, at its absolute discretion, to use Panel C - Confined to current employees of Leitrim County Council to fill Acting Administrative Officer positions that may arise during the lifetime of the panel. The Qualifications: Character Each candidate shall be of good character. Health Each candidate shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Citizenship Candidates for any of the above panels must, by the date of any job offer, be: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area. The European Economic Area consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or (b) A citizen of the United Kingdom; or (c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the European Union and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (d) A non European Economic Area citizen who is a spouse or child of a European Economic Area or United Kingdom 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 European Economic Area citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, a European Economic Area member state or the United Kingdom or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. Education, Training, Experience etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (i) Be a serving employee in a Local Authority or Regional Assembly and have not less than two years satisfactory experience in a post of Clerical Officer or analogous post; and (ii) Have satisfactory experience in administrative procedures, including adequate practical experience in work of an executive nature, office organisation and control of staff. Candidates must also hold a current valid and unendorsed driving licence in respect of Category B vehicles or equivalent in the European Union Model Driving Licence and must advise if this is not the case. A copy of licence must be submitted with your application. The Ideal Candidate shall have: • Have knowledge of the structure and functions of local government, of current local government issues, future trends and strategic direction of local government and an understanding of the role of Administrative Officer in this context; • Have an understanding of organisation policies and implementation of such policies, as applicable to a Public Body; • Have a strong sense of commitment to delivering quality public services and be willing to take on a challenge; • Be highly motivated and have excellent interpersonal and communications skills, including the ability to facilitate, network, lead, research, negotiate, analyse, and resolve issues; • Have strong organisational and project management skills; • Have the ability to develop forward thinking vision in regard to their assigned responsibilities along with strong ability to initiate, develop and deliver relevant projects; • Have an ability to foster and maintain productive working relationships within the organisation and with a range of relevant stakeholders externally; • Be capable of working in close co operation with the elected Council, the Strategic Policy Committees and other Council Departments while being able to seek co operation and consensus from a wide range of bodies and representative groups; • Be able to work within, and where necessary lead, multi disciplined teams and have the ability to motivate, empower and encourage employees to achieve maximum performance; • Have the ability to plan and prioritise work effectively, to work under pressure to tight deadlines and to take a strategic approach in the formulation and delivery of key policy objectives; • Have a career record that demonstrates a high level of competence in the management of staff; • Demonstrate relevant administrative experience at a sufficiently high level including strong report writing and interpretation skills; • Have the ability to manage financial resources within a budgetary control framework; • Have good knowledge and awareness of Health and Safety Legislation and Regulations, the implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace; • Have an understanding of the role and duties of managers in safety management in the workplace; • Be able to deputise at a senior level. The Principal Terms and Conditions: The Office is whole time, permanent and pensionable. Management reserves the right, at its absolute discretion, to use Panel C - Confined to current employees of Leitrim County Council to fill Acting Administrative Officer positions that may arise during the lifetime of the panel. All remaining content has been cleaned for spacing and formatting only, with no words shortened or removed. If you would like the remainder formatted into a polished job advertisement layout or a condensed summary version, I can prepare that for you.
Supervisor
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Store Manager
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Retail Assistant
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