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Are you looking for an opportunity to join a high-performance team in our Co. Kilkenny Head Office? About Ifac: Founded in 1975, Ifac is Ireland's specialist professional services firm for the farming, food, agri, and family business sectors. We are an award-winning employer and one of Ireland's Top Ten Accountancy firms. Ifac is also one of Ireland’s Top200 Employers 2025 as listed by the Irish Independent in partnership with Statista, and a PrimeGlobal member firm. As Ireland's largest farming, food, agribusiness and family business professional services firm, ifac is proud to be certified as a B Corporation (B Corp). Our Purpose: Ifac's purpose is to helpits clients to build profitable sustainable futures, so that people and communities across Ireland can thrive. Our Ambition: With a strong focus on global best practice, Ifac has set its ambition to be a global leader in agrifood advisory, while also driving growth and excellence in Ireland's dynamic SME sector. Life at Ifac: Working at Ifac means being part of a dynamic team that values collaboration and professional growth. Ifac emphasises a balanced work-life environment, offering flexible working arrangements and opportunities for continuous learning and development. Our Values At Ifac, we are dedicated to cultivating a workplace grounded in the core values of Energy, Commitment, Foresight, Collaboration, and Respect. Our new receptionist will embody the energy to tackle any challenge, the commitment to the little things, the foresight to anticipate what’s needed, the collaboration to make it possible and the respect the everyone deserves. Making an impact: We build strong client connections through great service, sectoral expertise, and deep engagement. Many of our clients have been with us for generations and we have helped those families build and retain wealth, transition assets, and optimize opportunities. The Role This is a full-time role working in a professional office environment. You will be an important member of our team situated at our reception desk with responsibility for providing support to our team. Candidate Our ideal candidate will be a professional front-office person with at least five years’ experience in a receptionist role. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated individual who can work on their own initiative with;
Assistant Planner
The Competition The purpose of this recruitment campaign is to form a panel from which permanent or temporary positions may be filled. The successful candidate will be assigned to the Planning Department of Cavan County Council and will work under the control and supervision of the Senior Planner or other designated officer. Qualifications For The Post Character: Candidates must be of good character. Citizenship: Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa: or e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa or f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa Health : Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Successful candidates will be required to undergo a medical examination carried out by the Council’s Occupational Medical advisor prior to appointment. Education, Training, Experience, etc. Candidates shall: a) hold an honours degree (level 8 in the National framework of Qualifications) in Planning; b) have at least two years satisfactory experience of planning work; c) possess a high standard of technical training and experience; On the date of appointment, the successful candidate must possess a current unendorsed full driving licence (Category A1, A and/or B) as he/she may be required to drive in the course of his/her duties. DETAILS AND PARTICULARS Duties & Responsibilities The Assistant Planner will be expected to: · General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) came into force on the 25th May 2018, replacing the existing data protection framework under the EU Data Protection Directive. When you register with Cavan County Council or submit an application for a competition, we create a computer record in your name. Information submitted with a job application is used in processing your application. Where the services of a third party are used in processing your application, it may be required to provide them with information, however all necessary precautions will be taken to ensure the security of your data.
Operation Administrator
Nostra is a leading Managed Service Provider (MSP) in Ireland, dedicated to delivering advanced IT solutions that enable businesses to build reliable, secure, and scalable IT foundations. With a commitment to continuous improvement, we serve a diverse range of industries, providing exceptional services that empower our clients to focus on their core business goals. The role of the Operations Administrator is to support the Operations Manager & Technical Consultant. The role combines operational coordination with hands-on technical exposure which includes working within systems, assisting with customer tickets and supporting solution delivery. Nostra has offices in Dublin, Galway, Cork and Belfast. Responsibilities: At Nostra we value our people. We are a passionate team committed to doing our best, our values are trust, accountability, expertise, people, integrity, and empathy. These values form a central part of our recruitment process. Nostra is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
ICT Project Lead
About the role This is a great opportunity to join the Local Government Management Agency (LGMA) at a time of transformation and innovation both in the Agency and across the wider local government sector. The LGMA is a dynamic, collaborative agency at the heart of local government that drives innovation, supports communities and shapes the future of public services across Ireland. The ICT Project Lead Grade 7 Temporary will work as part of the Housing Delivery Coordination Office which monitors the pipelines of delivery of targets across social and affordable housing, along with the Energy Retrofit programme. They will be tasked with coordinating, advising and implementing the ICT and data requirements of the office and the housing delivery elements of the Delivery Homes Building Communities housing plan. The role will seek to maximise the use of efficient real time data capture and analytics associated with the delivery of sustainable housing solutions aimed at achieving the targets set out in the Delivery Homes Building Communities Housing Plan. The post holder will have responsibility for the implementation of best practice in ICT project management for the delivery and operation of ICT infrastructure, systems and protocols. This includes programme tracking, real time data capture, risk assessment and management of communication with various stakeholders related to the Delivery Homes Building Communities Housing Plan and any other programmes related to the delivery of social and affordable housing. The successful candidate will be part of the Housing Delivery Coordination Office team and will report directly to the Project Manager Grade 8. They will work closely with colleagues in the Central Data Unit, the Applications Development and Support team and Networks Operations teams within the LGMA. They will also work with local authorities, external service providers, external agencies and other stakeholders to deliver the actions set out in the work programme. Key Duties and Responsibilities The primary objective of this role includes taking ownership of and contributing to a range of data and ICT projects that support the work of the Housing Delivery Coordination Office. The role focuses on the collection, coordination and analysis of strategically important housing delivery data through both manual and automated processes to support monitoring of social and affordable housing targets, energy retrofit programmes and related initiatives. It involves applying appropriate analytical techniques, developing clear and innovative visualisations to track progress and performance and supporting the dissemination, governance and integrity of housing data across stakeholders. The role also contributes to the ongoing development of systems, processes and data strategies that enable evidence based decision making and effective delivery of national housing priorities with a real and measurable impact on housing supply outcomes. Within this overall remit, specific duties of the post will include: Work directly with colleagues in the Housing Delivery Coordination Office and local authority and government sector stakeholders to assess, identify and collect agreed sectoral data requirements within a well defined timeframe Design, build and maintain automated data pipelines, batch and real time, from disparate data sources into a central repository, incorporating data validation, cleansing and wrangling as appropriate Design and implement highly intuitive reports and interactive dashboards using business intelligence and data visualisation tools and software development languages as appropriate, and build high end visualisations to meet sectoral output requirements Contribute to the development and presentation of training material to assist different target audiences in using those visualisations to make informed business decisions Contribute to the design and implementation of solution health monitoring processes including solution performance and optimisation, error detection and handling, log standardisation and others Provide technical support for the business applications within the Housing Delivery Coordination Office Promote and utilise best practice in project management methodologies, governance, standards and protocols Demonstrate a good understanding of software development lifecycle and change management Be highly organised and experienced in administration and managing multiple elements of project delivery within agreed timeframes Provide support to relevant stakeholders Undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibilities as may be required from time to time The above is intended as a guide to the general range of duties and is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive. It will be subject to periodic review with the post holder. Essential Requirements 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 Education, training, experience Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms, have: A primary or bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in a quantitative discipline such as Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics or Engineering, or equivalent professional training Four or more years of professional experience in performing data analysis or software engineering with a data component And Demonstrate the competencies as set out in the LGMA Competency Framework Relevant ICT hands on experience should include but is not limited to: Software and applications development projects covering web development, data management, business analysis, business intelligence and delivery of systems Web development skills and experience based around the Microsoft stack such as .NET, C sharp, SQL Server, JavaScript, JQuery, DevOps, Angular and Git Microsoft SQL Server database design, development and administration Systems architecture Expertise and experience in the use of data management tools and data collection and data pipeline development techniques Experience in the use of business intelligence and visualisation tools for large data sets such as Tableau, Power BI and Looker Desirable Skills and Qualifications Expertise and experience in the application of statistical analysis techniques such as descriptive, exploratory, diagnostic, predictive and prescriptive using complex datasets Expertise and experience in software development and deployment such as Python, R, PHP and JavaScript and software engineering processes Principal Conditions of Service General The appointment is for a temporary ICT Project Lead Grade 7 in the Local Government Management Agency and is subject to general terms and conditions in operation relating to appointments in the Agency €60,611 to €78,795 per year
Sales Support Executive
Responsibilities: Order Processing: At Nostra we value our people. We are a passionate team committed to doing our best, our values are trust, accountability, expertise, people, integrity, and empathy. These values form a central part of our recruitment process. Nostra is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
Retained Firefighter
Roscommon County Council is the Fire Authority for all of County Roscommon. Roscommon Fire Authority 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. The Fire Brigade also responds to non fire emergencies such as road traffic collisions. The Headquarters for Roscommon Fire Authority is based at the Roscommon Town Fire Station, Circular Road, Roscommon Town, Co Roscommon. There are also Fire Stations in the following towns: Ballaghaderreen Boyle Elphin Strokestown Position of Retained Firefighter part time A Firefighter’s work and training is geared towards responding safely and effectively to emergency calls, regardless of weather conditions or the time of day or night. Every time Firefighters are called to the scene of an emergency, they must be prepared to deploy the skills in which they have been trained and respond to the instructions and commands of their Incident Commander. In order to function effectively in emergencies, Firefighters must demonstrate the following characteristics: Courage and physical strength A capacity for rapid, intense and sustained effort A capacity to use their own initiative when alone Complete and automatic familiarity with the equipment and tools of the profession, which may range up to major items of plant such as fire fighting appliance vehicles A practical understanding of the basis of a wide range of subjects necessary to anticipate and overcome hazards Empathy with victims of emergency situations An ability to carry out their function in what may occasionally be emotionally difficult and harrowing circumstances The role of a Firefighter is very challenging and rewarding and individuals are required to display determination, physical stamina and discipline in challenging situations. Action, serving the community, job satisfaction and training, with all this on offer, working in the Fire Service is very appealing. If you can meet the demands of a public service with a first class reputation for dealing with all types of serious incidents, the Retained Fire Service can offer you a fulfilling and satisfying job. EMPLOYMENT The employment is part time and pensionable. EDUCATION Firefighters must have attained a satisfactory level of education to enable them to perform satisfactorily as a Firefighter and to successfully undergo the appropriate training. CITIZENSHIP Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: A citizen of the European Economic Area. The European Economic Area consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway A citizen of the United Kingdom A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the European Union and Switzerland on the free movement of persons A non EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or United Kingdom or Swiss citizen and has a Stamp 4 visa 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 A non EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of and resident in an EEA member state or the United Kingdom or Switzerland and has a Stamp 4 visa CHARACTER A Firefighter must be of good character and shall not at any time bring the County Council into disrepute. Employment will be subject to the provision of satisfactory references and Garda Vetting. AGE A Firefighter must be not less than 18 years on the first day of the month in which the latest date for receiving application forms occurs. A birth certificate must be submitted to the County Council as proof of age before a person is engaged as a recruit. RETIREMENT The normal retirement age is 55. On reaching 55 years of age or sooner, if found to be medically unfit, a Firefighter shall cease to be a Firefighter. Firefighters who would be physically capable of working beyond age 55 will have the option to continue working for a defined limited period, subject to compulsory medical examination on an annual basis assessed on the basis of set medical standards. The extended period will be to the maximum age of 62 subject to annual compulsory assessment under the Occupational Health Scheme. HEALTH A Firefighter shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Medical Examination Before recruitment, in order to ascertain the health of a candidate, successful applicants shall undergo such medical examinations, which may include x ray and or other special tests, as the County Council considers necessary. The County Council will nominate the medical examiners. The candidate must comply, at their own expense, with such remedial requirements as the County Council considers necessary. An operational Firefighter shall: Agree to participate in the Occupational Health Scheme for Retained Firefighters in operation by Roscommon County Council At any time, if requested by the County Council, undergo such medical examinations by medical examiners as nominated by the County Council Attend medical examinations in accordance with the frequency set down in the Occupational Health Scheme for Retained Firefighters as issued by the Local Government Management Agency to Local Authorities Any defects discovered pertaining to a medical examination will not be remedied at the County Council’s expense. Retention as an operational Firefighter will depend upon receipt of satisfactory reports by medical examiners and to the general condition above as to health. An operational Firefighter is required to maintain an appropriate level of physical fitness. RESIDENCE Persons appointed must live and work within a maximum of 6 minutes travel time based on GPS navigation planner such as Google Maps or similar as determined by Roscommon County Council to allow them to respond for the duration of their employment as a Firefighter. The Council retains the right to request further evidence if required on the information supplied for the purpose of verification of place of residence and location of employment. A Firefighter shall notify the County Council in writing of any subsequent changes of residence or place of employment. A change of residence or place of employment that would place the Firefighter outside these limits will mean automatic termination of employment. The Council will check this prior to appointment and at periodic intervals after appointment. 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 provided is acceptable. If the Firefighter’s primary employer subsequently changes their conditions of employment and does not allow the Firefighter to attend fire calls or drills during working hours, employment will be terminated. Self employed applicants must also provide written evidence as to availability prior to appointment. 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 the Firefighter may be required by the County Council to perform. DRIVING LICENCE A recruit Firefighter shall possess a valid full current Category B Driving Licence at the time of applying for the post and ideally a Category C Driving Licence for heavy goods vehicles with up to eight passengers. All newly appointed Retained Firefighters will be required to obtain a Category C Driving Licence. Firefighters will cooperate with further driver training and will be required to drive fire service vehicles if operationally needed. If a Firefighter has their licence suspended or removed for any reason, they must immediately inform the County Council and it shall be dealt with through the Council’s disciplinary procedure and may result in termination of service at the absolute discretion of the County Council. GARDA VETTING The successful candidate will be subject to the Garda Vetting Procedures in line with the provisions of the National Vetting Bureau Children and Vulnerable Persons Act 2012 to 2016 or any subsequent amendments to the legislation mentioned in advance of appointment and on a periodic basis thereafter for the duration of their employment. PROBATION Before appointment as a Firefighter, a recruit shall attend and successfully complete the three week Firefighter Skills Training Course and a two week Breathing Apparatus Initial Wearers Course. Recruit Firefighters will be required to undergo and successfully complete the following recruit training programmes during their probationary period: A one week Breathing Apparatus Compartment Fire Behaviour Course Any other course that the County Council may consider necessary Training fees will be paid at the current hourly rate for Firefighters during training. This hourly rate is currently €26.04. Failure to successfully complete all of the above courses will result in the termination of the Firefighter’s employment. Some or all of the above courses will be held at a training facility which may or may not be situated locally. From the date of commencement as a recruit Firefighter there shall be a period of 12 months during which the recruit Firefighter shall be on probation. During this time the recruit Firefighter shall be continually assessed to determine suitability for continued employment. Such period of 12 months may be extended at the absolute discretion of the County Council. The recruit shall not become a permanent Retained Firefighter at the end of the period of probation unless the County Council is satisfied that the Firefighter has been satisfactory in all respects. REMUNERATION A Firefighter shall be paid at the appropriate approved national rates of fire and drill fees and retainer fees and in accordance with any national agreements for retained Firefighters. Payment of fees is currently made quarterly but will be moving to fortnightly payment in due course. €16,852.00 to €20,251.00 per year ANNUAL LEAVE The terms of the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997 shall apply. The annual leave year is aligned to the calendar year and runs from 1 January to 31 December. A Firefighter is entitled to a maximum of 4 working weeks, that is 28 days paid annual leave. Payment for annual leave will be 8 percent of earnings inclusive of community fire safety, station duties, drill hours, training hours and average of calls in the previous 52 weeks. A Firefighter will be required to comply with the terms of the Crew Management Arrangements for Retained Firefighters as operated by Roscommon County Council. SAFETY HEALTH AND WELFARE Roscommon County Council acknowledges its role in protecting the safety, health and welfare of its Firefighters. The County Council is committed to implementing and maintaining a programme that ensures, where possible, that all risks and hazards are eliminated or controlled to an acceptable level. The County Council will implement safe systems of work and methods to protect the safety, health and welfare of its Firefighters. A Firefighter shall comply with Section 13 of the Safety Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and shall familiarise themselves and cooperate with the terms of Roscommon County Council’s safety management system. LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT It is a condition of employment that successful candidates will be required to participate in training programmes relevant to the skills necessary for the performance of the duties attaching to the post. In addition there are many opportunities for further professional and personal development. A Firefighter will be required to comply with the requirements of the Roscommon Fire Service Training Policy and Drill Night Programme. A Firefighter shall attend and participate in drills and shall undergo from time to time courses and further training as required or deemed appropriate by the County Council. The County Council shall decide the location of the training. Adequate advance notice shall be given to Firefighters. This training may include ongoing assessments as deemed appropriate. Attendance at drills and training will be required whether the Firefighter is rostered on or off unless on approved leave. A Firefighter shall be expected to acquire a level of training and knowledge to enable them to interchange with and act as substitute for all personnel at operational level in the fire service of the County Council. Training fees will be paid at the current hourly rate for Firefighters during training. This hourly rate is currently €26.04.
Sales Assistants
At Petstop, we care about delivering a great customer experience – and we care even more about pets. We’re always looking for fun, friendly, and dedicated animal lovers to join our team. Applicants should have strong customer service skills and a warm, approachable personality. If you think you’d be a good fit, please send your cover letter and CV to , and include the store location you’re applying for in the email subject line. Example of email subject line: " Full Time – Carrickmines" This helps us match applications to the correct positions and locations. Current roles available: Role: Sales Assistant Location: Various stores nationwide Purpose of the Role: We are currently recruiting both full-time and part-time Sales Assistants in various locations nationwide to join our team in stores across the country. This role is perfect for friendly, dedicated animal lovers who enjoy working with people and pets in a fast-paced retail environment. Duties and Responsibilities: Please note: Due to high application volumes, we may not be able to respond to all applicants individually.
Executive Parks & Landscape Officer
QUALIFICATIONS CHARACTER: Candidates shall be of good character. HEALTH: Candidates must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. For the purpose of satisfying the requirement as to health, it will be necessary for each successful candidate, before they are appointed, to undergo at their expense, a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the Local Authority. On taking up employment, the expense of the medical examination will be refunded to the candidate. EDUCATION, Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) Candidates shall hold a qualification in Horticulture, Landscape Architecture, Arboriculture, Natural or Environmental Science (Level 8 or higher on the National Framework of Qualifications). EXPERIENCE, ETC. (b) Have not less than five years post graduate satisfactory experience of planning, design, development and management of one or more of the following: Parks, Heritage Landscapes and Gardens, Open Spaces, Green Infrastructure, Public Realm and Urban Design, Urban Forests, Sports Grounds, Recreation and Play facilities, Burial Grounds, Community Gardens and Allotments; (c) Possess a high standard of professional competence and experience; (d) Have the ability to work on their own initiative and as a team member and to manage and motivate staff to achieve corporate objectives; (e) Have good interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders including interest groups and public representatives; (f) Have proven ability to manage the delivery of projects on time and within budget, including dealing with procurement, contracts and professional contractors; (g) Have the ability to develop policies, guidance and the preparation of technical reports as required; and (h) Have a good knowledge of the legal and regulatory standards that apply to local authorities, including Health and Safety. Non Irish qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications. Overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. AND Hold a valid work permit if required. All non EU/EEA citizens must hold a valid work permit prior to and for the duration of their contract. The work permit must allow you to work full time for Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council. It is the responsibility of individual employees to ensure that you have a valid work permit. If at any stage during your contract you cease to hold a valid work permit, you must immediately advise Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council and your employment will cease with immediate effect. It is desirable that each candidate would: • Have professional experience of horticulture, and or landscape architecture and or arboriculture with particular reference to the design, construction and management of public parks, open spaces and civic spaces. • Hold a full Irish or EU Driving Licence free from endorsement that allows you to drive permanently in Ireland. • Have a satisfactory knowledge of the range and use of plant species and materials used for hard and soft landscape treatment. • Have knowledge of trees and their management in the public arena. • Have knowledge of invasive species management. • Have knowledge of the design and construction of recreational facilities for children, young people and adults. • Possess good IT skills including experience of CAD and GIS design software. • Have professional experience liaising with third parties and stakeholders. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate sufficient evidence of such competencies within their application form and at interview. Any short listing or interview processes will be based on the information provided by candidates on their application form. The competencies for the role of Executive Parks and Landscape Officer are: COMPETENCY BEHAVIOURS Management and Change • Have proven ability to manage the delivery of projects on time and within budget, including dealing with procurement, contracts and professional contractors; • Demonstrate innovation and creativity to secure successful strategic outcomes; • Effectively manage the introduction of change and demonstrate flexibility and openness to change; • Manage resources, evaluate work practices and achieve efficiencies. Delivering Results • Problem solving, judgement and decision making; • Allocate resources (staff and equipment) across jobs to ensure that priorities are met and that work is executed in the most efficient manner possible to deliver quality work and services; • Follow procedures, ensure compliance and maintain appropriate records; • Plan and prioritise work and resources effectively; • Establish high quality service and customer care standards. Performance Through People • Have the ability to work on their own initiative and as a team member and to manage and motivate staff to achieve corporate objectives; • Build and maintain positive, productive and beneficial working relationships; • Manage performance; • Communicate effectively and have strong verbal and written skills. Personal Effectiveness • Have good interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders including interest groups and public representatives; • Have the ability to develop policies, guidance and the preparation of technical reports as required; • Take initiative and be proactive when there is an opportunity to make a contribution; • Manage time and workload effectively; • Maintain a positive, constructive and enthusiastic attitude to their role; • Demonstrate flexibility and openness to change; • Respond positively to the challenges of the role; • Demonstrate resilience and personal wellbeing; • Show commitment to integrity and good public service values. Knowledge and understanding of Local Government • Demonstrate a good knowledge of the legal and regulatory standards that apply to local authorities, including Health and Safety; • Demonstrate knowledge of the role of Executive Parks and Landscape Officer; • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of local government; • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the legislative and policy environment in which they are operating. JOB SPECIFICATION The office is whole time, permanent and pensionable. A panel will be formed from which permanent and temporary appointments may be made. SALARY: €60,255 - €62,447 - €64,640 - €66,837 - €69,032 - €71,226 - €73,423 - €75,606 - €77,813 - €80,001 - €82,523 (1st LSI) - €83,758 (2nd LSI). Rates as at 1/02/2026. Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with circulars issued by the Department of the Housing, Local Government and Heritage. In accordance with Departmental Circular letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1 January 2011 will enter the scale for the position at the minimum point. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government policy. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the office 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 any services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. SUPERANNUATION CONTRIBUTION: 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 (that is pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependent or qualified children). 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. 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. RETIREMENT: New entrants recruited to the Public Service on or after 1 January 2013 Pensionable public servants (new joiners) recruited to the Public Service for the first time on or after 1 January 2013 (the commencement date of the Single Scheme) will be members of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. Pension age Minimum pension age is linked to the State Pension age which is currently 66 but may be subject to change. Compulsory retirement age Scheme members must retire at the age of 70. In all other cases, staff recruited on or after 1 January 2013 who were employed in the Public Service on 31 December 2012 or within a period prior to 31 December 2012 not exceeding 26 weeks will retain their existing pension scheme terms and conditions. In certain circumstances, for example where the public servant was on secondment or approved leave or remains on the same contract of employment, the 26 week rule does not apply. Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) It is a condition of the Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) as set out in Department Finance Circular 12/09 that retirees under that scheme are debarred from applying for another position in the same employment or the same sector. Therefore, such retirees may not apply for this position. HOURS OF WORK All new entrants to the Local Authority sector and any individuals on new appointments or promotion will work 35 hours per week. PROBATION: When a person is not already a permanent officer of a Local Authority within the public service Ireland and is appointed to a permanent office, the following provisions shall apply: a. There shall be a period after such appointment takes effect during which such person shall hold office on probation. b. Such period shall be one year. 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 in such office is satisfactory. ANNUAL LEAVE Annual leave entitlement for the position of Executive Parks and Landscape Officer is 30 days per annum in accordance with Department of Environment, Community and Local Government Circular LG(P) 07/2011. DUTIES Successful candidates will work as part of a multidisciplinary team with responsibilities in strategic green infrastructure planning, the management of maintenance operations and arboricultural management and development. Duties will be assigned by the Senior Executive Parks and Landscape Officer, or their nominee, and may include but are not limited to: • Management of staff and resources to provide best value for money; • Project and contract management from design, planning to construction; • Development management and strategic planning within the parks team; • Managing the natural resources within the public realm including arboricultural management and biodiversity conservation; • Progressing the aims and objectives of the DLR Tree Strategy; • Leading and participating on multidisciplinary and inter departmental project teams and strategic initiatives; • Preparation, contract management and co ordination of tenders and contracts, including budgetary control; • Working with a diverse range of interest groups; • Carrying out such other duties as may from time to time be reasonably assigned. The particular duties and responsibilities attached to the post may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the duties or level of responsibilities entailed. The post holder may therefore be required to perform duties appropriate to the post, other than those detailed above, and to take instructions from and report to an appropriate Officer or such designated Officer as may be assigned from time to time by the Council. The duties of the post are to give to the local authority and to: a) The local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive 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 referred to in sub paragraph (a) of this paragraph, under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such officers as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate computing, technical, management, administrative, executive, supervisory, advisory and ancillary services 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 and to exercise such powers, functions and duties as may be delegated to them 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 holder of the post will, if required, act for an officer of a higher level. The duties shall be such as shall be assigned by the local authority from time to time and shall include the duty of deputising for other officers of the local authority when required. The duties shall also include such duties as may be assigned in relation to the area of any other local authority. CITIZENSHIP Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: a. A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or b. A citizen of the United Kingdom; 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 EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA 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 EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent Irish citizen child and has been granted residence permission, usually Stamp 4. LOCATION AND RESIDENCE Holders of the office shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council reserves the right to assign employees to any premises in use by the Council, now or in the future, subject to reasonable notice. RECRUITMENT: Pursuant to Article 8 of the Local Government (Appointment of Officers) Regulation, 1974, the Minister has given directions as follows: i. Selection of candidates for appointment shall be by means of a competition based on an interview conducted by or on behalf of the Local Authority. The interview will be competency based and marks will be awarded under the competency skill sets identified for the position of Executive Parks and Landscape Officer as outlined above. Candidates will also be required to demonstrate knowledge of the key duties and responsibilities for this role. Please note that the interview may be held in person or online.
Lecturer In Barbering
Lecturer in Barbering Permanent Post, Downpatrick Campus, 1FTE, 36 hours per week Starting Salary Lecturer Scale Point 3 - £37042 per annum ABOUT US Northern Ireland’s Further Education sector is a key driver of both economic and social inclusion. SERC as a college is a hub of innovation, collaboration and industry partnerships along with a strong community focus. We pride ourselves on delivering internationally recognised high-quality, industry-relevant courses, which equip our students with the skills necessary to grow and shape our economy and to transform their own lives in doing so. We are committed to continuous improvement and to fostering a supportive culture of creativity and inclusivity as a catalyst for success. If you are interested in being part of a dynamic and forward-thinking institution that helps benefit society and creates transformational opportunities for learners, SERC may have a role for you. The College offers a wide range of employee benefits, rewards and recognitions: 49 days annual leave + 12 public holidays Defined benefit CARE pension scheme with employer contribution rate of 29.1%. Corporate healthcare cash plan scheme. Annual free health checks onsite. Access to College gym facilities free of charge along with reduced rate membership with a range of gyms. Mind Yourself health & wellbeing initiatives. Cycle to Work scheme. Teachers Credit Union. Access to hair, nail & beauty salons onsite. Continuous Professional Development opportunities via our dedicated Learning Academy. We currently have a vacancy for a Lecturer in Barbering. JOB PURPOSE To become a member of the teaching team in current courses of study and assist with future developments. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA Hold GCSE English (Grade A-C) / Essential Skills Level 2 (or higher) in Communication; and GCSE Maths (Grade A-C) / Essential Skills Level 2 (or higher) in Numeracy, or NICATS Access Maths Modules. Hold a Level 3 qualification in Barbering. Hold a Level 5 or above qualification in Hair and Beauty Management or equivalent or be prepared to obtain a Level 5 qualification within two years of appointment. Have a minimum of three years’ post qualified experience working in the Barbering industry within the last 6 years. Hold a recognised Assessor Award OR be prepared to obtain the qualification within one year of appointment. Demonstrate the ability to work on own initiative and work independently, as well as work effectively as a team member. Demonstrate excellent administrative, planning, and organisational skills. Demonstrate a high level of competency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite. Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both written and oral. For further information on the main duties and responsibilities and criteria for this role, please see attached Job Description.
Support Worker
The Cedar Foundation is seeking to recruit the following staff member: Ref 26-087-SW-SBLO-WEB Job Role Support Worker Location Ardkeen, 86 Malborough Park North, Belfast BT9 6AS. Salary £13.45 per hour Hours 35 and 30 hrs hours per week shifts available. The Service At South Belfast Living Options we provide support and care to adults over the age of 18 who have brain injury, Physical or Learning Disability, Sensory or Neurological Disability. Service Users are supported over two schemes, Hillmount in Finaghy Road South and Ardkeen which is just off the Lisburn Road. The extent of support and care provided is based on individual assessment of need. Personalised support services available include assistance with daily living activities, personal care, leisure and social skills and household management. The Role The role of Support Worker requires a team approach at all times with effective working relationships for the benefit of the service user. This includes: Assisting service users with activities of daily living and facilitate inclusion of service users in a broad range of activities. Supporting service users with identified personal care and support needs Benefits Please note – The Cedar Foundation does not offer Sponsorship Essential Criteria A minimum of 6 months caring experience (paid employment or personal caring responsibilities) Effective verbal and written communication to include numeracy skills Interest in working with people in a care environment. Awareness of the needs of people with learning and physical disabilities Apply Online: https://cedar-foundation.getgotjobs.co.uk/home Closing Date: 12th May 2026 at 10am THE CEDAR FOUNDATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER #nijobs
