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CHARACTER: Each candidate must be of good character. The County Council may make whatever enquiries it considers necessary to satisfy this condition. AGE: A Retained Fire-fighter must be not less than 18 and must be under 55 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 Laois County Council as proof of age. RETIREMENT: On reaching 55 years of age, or sooner if found medically or physically unfit to continue, a part-time Fire-fighter shall be required to retire. However, such Fire-fighter have the option to continue working up to age 60 subject to compulsory annual medical assessment measured against agreed standards. PROBATION: From the date of commencement as part-time Fire-fighter there shall be a period of ten months during which he/she shall be on probation. During this period he/she shall be required, when requested by the Chief Fire Officer, to undergo and successfully complete a Recruits Induction Course and a Breathing apparatus Wearers Course. Such period of ten months may be extended at the absolute discretion of the County Council. The part-time Fire-fighter shall cease to be employed at the end of the period of probation unless the County Council is satisfied that he/she has been satisfactory in all respects. You will also be required to undergo Heavy Goods Vehicle driver training (Class C licence) & successfully pass the appropriate driving test. HEALTH: Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Eyesight levels should be uncorrected visual acuity of 6/9, 6/12 or better. (Candidates should check with an optician to ascertain if eligible to avoid unnecessary interviews and expense prior to applying for the position). MEDICAL EXAMINATION: Before recruitment a candidate must undergo and pass health and fitness tests in accordance with “An Occupational Health System for members of the retained Fire Service as issued by the Local Government Management Services Board July 2005, in order to qualify for the post. (Refer to enclosed Firefighter Selection Tests) During the period of employment the person appointed must participate in the Occupational Health Systems as laid down in “An Occupation Health system for members of the Retained Fire Service” as issued by the Local Government Management Services Board July 2005. He/she will co-operate with Laois County Council in arrangements to this end. A Firefighter who, in the opinion of the Medical Advisor conducting the Occupational Health system, is unsuitable for operational duties as a Firefighter will be required to resign. EDUCATION AND SUITABILITY: A candidate must have attained a suitable level of education to enable him/her to undergo successfully the appropriate training and to perform satisfactorily as a part-time Firefighter. DRIVING LICENCE: On date of appointment the successful candidate must hold a full clean driving licence in respect of Category B Vehicles or equivalent in the EU Model Driving Licence on the latest date for the receipt of completed applications. Candidates are also required prior to appointment to procure and maintain a Class C learner permit. In addition, the successful candidate must have access to a car as he/she may be required to travel to training courses in the course of his/her duties. DRILLS AND FURTHER TRAINING: A part-time Firefighter shall attend and participate in drills and shall undergo from time to time courses and further training, including Breathing Apparatus Training, minimum of 2 weeks, as required or deemed appropriate by the County Council. The location(s) of the training shall be decided by the County Council. Drills shall be held at such frequency as decided by the County Council in its absolute discretion. Adequate advance notice shall be given to Firefighters. RESIDENCE: (a) The residence and place of normal work of each part-time Firefighter shall be within a distance from the Fire Station, acceptable to the Fire Authority. (As a rough guide a maximum distance of 1½ miles from the Fire Station). If at any time his/her availability is affected by change of work or any other reasons, he/she will be required to resign. (b) A part-time Firefighter shall be required to report for duty to the fire station in its present location or in the event of change of location, to such new locations that may be decided by the Fire Authority. Changes in the location of a fire station will not result in payment of disturbance money or other compensation. AVAILABILITY: Written evidence from the employer as to availability must be provided and the County Council, in its sole discretion, shall decide as to whether the availability as so evidenced is acceptable. Self-employed must also provide written evidence as to availability. Such written evidence must cover a candidate’s availability on recruitment for fire and other calls, drills, training and such other duties which the part-time Firefighter may be required by the County Council to perform. If the County Council deems a part-time Firefighter’s attendance to be unsatisfactory, it may terminate his/her service. RECRUITMENT: 1. Applicants will be required to attend for interview at their own expense. 2. Candidates will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy test as part of the recruitment process. 3. The interview board will recommend a panel of suitable applicants and further vacancies may be filled from the panel. 4. Applicants will be required to undergo Garda Vetting procedure DUTIES: (a) Each part-time Firefighter shall be required to attend at fires and other emergencies, drills, displays etc, at such times and for such periods as required by the Authority. (b) Each part-time Firefighter shall operate in accordance with such rostering arrangements as exist, or as may be arranged by the Fire Authority, from time to time, and shall attend with due promptness fire and other calls, emergencies and duties in any part of County Laois and in the area of any other Fire Authority as required by the County Council. Firefighters may be contacted via smart phone and shall participate in any online crew availability systems adopted by the Fire Authority. (c) A part-time Firefighter, as and when required, shall perform such duties as are assigned to him/her from time to time. Failure to respond promptly to fire or other calls shall at the discretion of the County Council, result in termination of service. CLOTHING ETC. While on duty, part-time Firefighter shall use the clothing and personal equipment provided by the Council and such clothing and equipment shall be left in the Station immediately after the cessation of duty. Part-time Firefighter may not use such clothing and equipment save while on duty. GRIEVANCE AND DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURE: The terms of the County Council’s Grievance and Disciplinary procedure shall apply to part-time Fire-fighters. DATA PROTECTION: This personal information of the application form is used solely in processing your candidature. Such information held is subject to the rights and obligations set out in the Data Protection Acts, 1988 & 2003 and the General Data Protection Regulation.
Assistant Kitchen Manager / Senior Chef de Partie
A range of quality own-brand and high street restaurants and cafés, mixed with great food, family-friendly menus and a generous sprinkling of excellent service. That's the recipe for success in our Food and Beverage department. Around each village, the Food and Beverage department employs around 350 team members across nine different restaurants, cafés and bars, as well as a production kitchen. There's also a further five concessionary units including well-known brands such as Bella Italia and Café Rouge. From American grills to authentic Indian cuisine or for those wanting a relaxing drink after a busy day, there's something to suit all appetites at Center Parcs. ASSISTANT KITCHEN MANAGER / SENIOR CHEF DE PARTIE | Circa €43,800 per annum plus tips All colleagues working in our restaurants, cafés and bars will benefit from the discretionary service charge we add to bills. The majority of our guests are happy to reward our colleagues for their excellent service. You will assist with leading a kitchen brigade dedicated to providing a first-class service and excellent food quality to our guests. Responsibilities will include: If this sounds like your ideal job, then we’d love to see your application.
Dog Groomers and Groomers Assistants
Petmania Grooming Studios is currently the largest and most successful grooming business in the country and boasts some of the most talented and committed Groomers available. We run busy energetic grooming studios where you will be expected to not only groom our canine customers to a very high standard, but treat our human customers with the same level of customer service you would like to receive yourself. We are currently recruiting for full and part time Groomers and Groomers Assistants for our Galway Store! The successful candidates will join the experienced grooming team in their local store, and take part in all grooming activities including; If you would like to join this team, you must hold a QQI level 5, iPET Network Level 3 Diploma or City and Guilds in Grooming and have at least 1 year’s practical experience in a grooming role.
Dog Groomers and Groomers Assistants
Petmania Grooming Studios is currently the largest and most successful grooming business in the country and boasts some of the most talented and committed Groomers available. We run busy energetic grooming studios where you will be expected to not only groom our canine customers to a very high standard, but treat our human customers with the same level of customer service you would like to receive yourself. We are currently recruiting for full and part time Groomers and Groomers Assistants for our Tullamore Store! The successful candidates will join the experienced grooming team in their local store, and take part in all grooming activities including; If you would like to join this team, you must hold a QQI level 5, iPET Network Level 3 Diploma or City and Guilds in Grooming and have at least 1 year’s practical experience in a grooming role.
Dog Groomers and Groomers Assistants
Petmania Grooming Studios is currently the largest and most successful grooming business in the country and boasts some of the most talented and committed Groomers available. We run busy energetic grooming studios where you will be expected to not only groom our canine customers to a very high standard, but treat our human customers with the same level of customer service you would like to receive yourself. We are currently recruiting for full and part time Groomers and Groomers Assistants for our Clonmel Store! The successful candidates will join the experienced grooming team in their local store, and take part in all grooming activities including; If you would like to join this team, you must hold a QQI level 5, iPET Network Level 3 Diploma or City and Guilds in Grooming and have at least 1 year’s practical experience in a grooming role.
Experienced Dog Groomer
Petmania Grooming Studios is currently the largest and most successful grooming business in the country and boasts some of the most talented and committed Groomers available. We run busy energetic grooming studios where you will be expected to not only groom our canine customers to a very high standard, but treat our human customers with the same level of customer service you would like to receive yourself. We are currently recruiting for full and part time Groomers for our Westport Store! The successful candidates will join the experienced grooming team in their local store, and take part in all grooming activities including; If you would like to join this team, you must hold a QQI level 5, iPET Network Level 3 Diploma or City and Guilds in Grooming and have at least 1 year’s practical experience in a grooming role.
Store Manager
We are currently recruiting for an Experienced Store Manager to lead the Limerick Jetlands Store The Petmania Store Manager is responsible for driving the performance of the store through various key focus areas. To qualify you should be an experienced people manager and passionate about encouraging people to deliver their best. You need to be curious about learning new ways of managing areas of our business that you might not be familiar with, such as our Grooming Studio, and ready to be a hands on leader on the sales floor. This is a full time role and as it's retail we trade weekends so you will be expected to be here at least one weekend day per week. Some (but definitely not all) of the key responsibilities include;
Petcare Advisor/Sales Assistant
Petmania are currently recruiting for a part-time Sales Associate for our Portlaoise store. The ideal candidate will be passionate about retail and sales and be willing and eager to make their mark in the store. In addition to this it is an advantage if you are currently studying or recently qualified in Animal Care to QQI level 5 or 6. We currently have a 3 day contract however we envisage that more hours will be available each week- please note you must be available mid week as well as weekends The main tasks you will be responsible for are; In addition to your basic pay we offer you; Quarterly bonuses based on the success of the store, Great training opportunities through our myPetmania portal, Paid maternity and paternity leave, Access to Cycle to Work scheme and Laya Employee Assistance Scheme, Access to HSF Health cover
Fulfillment Associate
The Petmania e-Commerce department are currently recruiting for a full time Web store fulfillment associate. The main duties associated with this role are: • Printing online orders as needed • Collecting products based on orders, using SKU numbers, and quantities • Assembling, labelling, and packaging orders for shipping • Completing order and shipping documentation accurately • Completing cleaning duties as required • Answering customers question by telephone and email. • Liaising with couriers to locate misplaced packages. • Liaising with other stores with issues with their Click & Collects In addition to your basic pay we offer you; Quarterly bonuses based on the success of the store, Great training opportunities through our myPetmania portal, Paid maternity and paternity leave, Access to Cycle to Work scheme and Access to HSF Health cover
Beach Warden
QUALIFICATIONS CHARACTER Each candidate must be of good character. HEALTH Candidates must be in a good state of health and be free from any ailments which would render them unsuitable to hold the position. AGE Candidates must be at least 18 years of age on or before 30th April 2026. CITIZENSHIP (a) Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: (b) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or (c) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or (d) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (e) 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 (f) 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 (g) 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 EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, ETC. (i) Candidates shall have a good standard of education to enable them to carry out their duties efficiently. (ii) Candidates should hold a Certificate of Competence in First Aid from an approved First Aid Training Provider. (iii) Candidates should have relevant experience in relation to the post. PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYMENT THE POST The post is temporary and will be for the June Bank Holiday weekend and weekends and Public Holidays from 1st June to 30th August 2026. Cover may be required on occasional weekdays during the season and weekdays or weekends during the month of June with prior notice from Sligo County Council. DUTIES Beach Wardens will be primarily responsible to Sligo County Council for the performance of their duties and will work under the immediate supervision of the Water Safety Development Officer, Area Engineer and or other designated employee appointed by Sligo County Council. The duties of a Beach Warden include, but are not limited to: The primary role of the Beach Warden is to ensure, in so far as possible, that the Strandhill Beach Bye laws are observed and to take the appropriate action if the Bye laws are contravened. The Beach Warden shall be familiar with all aspects of the Bye laws. In the Bye laws, are a list of prohibited Acts (Section 4 of Bye laws) and it is very important to be fully aware of same. The Beach Warden must ensure that, if a person is committing an offence, they are advised of same and are asked to desist immediately. Failure to comply may result in fines under Section 7 of the Bye laws. The Beach Warden shall approach any person observed attempting to enter the water (other than those referred to in Section 4(a) of the Bye laws) and shall advise such persons that it is an offence under the Bye laws to do so. The Beach Warden will be required to be on duty from 12.30 p.m. to 6.30 p.m. on working days and shall report for duty 10 minutes before 12.30 p.m. start time. The Beach Warden may be requested, depending on requirements, to work on occasional weekdays, with prior notice from Sligo County Council. The Beach Warden shall commence patrolling immediately and shall, at all times, keep the beach and the sea under close observation and shall take immediate action in respect of acts which are prohibited under Part 4 of the Beach Bye laws, i.e. • Advise the persons concerned that an offence is being committed and request that they desist from the prohibited act immediately. • Advise persons engaged in prohibited acts of the consequences of failing to comply with their requests i.e. fines under Part 7 of the Bye laws. • If the prohibited act continues, the Beach Warden shall demand the name and address of the person(s) concerned and shall advise that it is an offence to give a false or misleading name or address. • Advise the person concerned that a prosecution may be brought against them in respect of the contravention of the Bye laws. • Call for assistance of An Garda Síochána in respect of the enforcement of the said Bye laws, if necessary. An Garda Síochána may arrest without warrant, any person committing an offence under the Bye laws. • The said Beach Warden and or An Garda Síochána may exercise the power under Article 7 of the Bye laws to exclude or remove from any part of the beach any persons committing any breach of the Bye laws. • The Beach Warden shall immediately complete a detailed report in respect of all serious incidents or offences and forward same to the Water Safety Development Officer, County Hall, Riverside, Sligo or other designated employee appointed by Sligo County Council. The Beach Warden will be required to carry out duties relating to the control of traffic and parking along and in the vicinity of the promenade ensuring that the emergency access to the beach is kept clear at all times. The Beach Warden shall patrol the beach area at least three times per day to check for litter, glass, etc. and remove same. In the case of remnants of a barbecue, fire, etc., the Beach Warden must remove if safe or, if not, contact the Area Engineer. The Beach Warden may also be appointed as Litter Warden and shall take the appropriate action in respect of any incidents of littering. The Beach Warden shall perform any other duties as may be assigned to them from time to time by the Water Safety Development Officer, Area Engineer, Environmental Services Section or other designated employee appointed by Sligo County Council. Equipment or signs or lifebuoys shall be checked on a daily basis and defective or missing equipment or signs or lifebuoys shall be reported immediately to the Water Safety Development Officer, Environmental Services, County Hall, Riverside, Sligo, Area Engineer, or other designated employee appointed by Sligo County Council. In the event of an emergency, the Beach Warden shall immediately alert the Emergency Services. The Beach Warden shall keep an accurate record of offences as required for the purposes of Court Proceedings and shall attend court and give evidence as required. At the end of each day, the Beach Warden’s Report sheet shall be completed and kept in the Beach Warden’s station which will be collected on a daily or weekly basis. REPORTING ARRANGEMENTS The holder of the post will report directly to the Water Safety Development Officer or any person nominated by the Director of Services. LOCATION The successful candidate will be based at Strandhill Beach. SUPERANNUATION Under the Single Public Sector Pension Scheme, contributions shall be made in respect of Superannuation, which shall be deducted at a rate of 3 percent of pensionable remuneration plus 3 and one half percent 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 dependent or qualified children). REMUNERATION Rates of pay: Weekday: €13.59 per hour Weekend: €15.49 per hour The remuneration shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the post shall pay to the Local Authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive remuneration) payable to or received by them by virtue of their post or in respect of services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. Beach Wardens are required to work Sunday as part of their employment contract and, in accordance with Section 14 (1) of the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997, the fact of having to work on that day has been taken into account in the determination of the above pay rates. METHOD OF SELECTION Selection shall be by means of a competition based on an interview conducted by or on behalf of Sligo County Council. All candidates must attend the interview in order to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which Beach Wardens may be appointed for the 2026 Bathing Season. The life of the panel shall be for the 2026 Bathing Season only. GARDA VETTING OR REFERENCES 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 as appropriate in advance of appointment. Please note that the Garda vetting process may commence in advance of candidates being called for interview. Following receipt of a completed Beach Warden application form by Sligo County Council, a NVB1 (Garda Vetting Invitation) form will issue which must be completed and returned in person to Sligo County Council along with two original forms of identification (one photographic form and one proof of address). The appointment of any successful candidate will be subject to receipt of references which are satisfactory to the employer. An applicant, who has previously been employed by any local authority in the position of Beach Warden will be required to provide a reference from that local authority as part of the recruitment process. UNIFORM The Beach Warden will be supplied with and will be required to wear a uniform when on duty. Failure to do so will result in disciplinary action by the County Council. It is important that members of the public are aware that uniformed Beach Wardens are on duty by visibility and are seen to be patrolling. When employment ceases, uniforms must be returned to the Environmental Services Office, County Hall, Riverside, Sligo by Monday 7th September 2026. Failure to do so will result in the cost of same being deducted from the last payroll payment. WORKING HOURS The hours of work are as follows: 12.30 p.m. to 6.30 p.m. CODE OF PRACTICE • The Beach Warden shall under no circumstances enter the water. • Punctuality must be observed. Beach Wardens should report to their station at least ten minutes before the shift is due to start so as to be fully attired and ready for duty. • If for some reason an emergency arises rendering a Beach Warden unable to report for duty, they must immediately notify the Water Safety Development Officer in order that relief cover may be arranged. • Any Beach Warden who becomes sick or who suffers any disability which would impair their efficiency (e.g. sprains, pulled muscles, etc.) must report the matter immediately to the Water Safety Development Officer. • No intoxicating liquor or unauthorised drugs shall be taken into the Beach Warden’s hut. The use of illegal substances by a Beach Warden or being under the influence of intoxicating liquor shall result in suspension from duty pending investigation. • The Beach Warden will be furnished with a mobile telephone for the duration of their appointment. Any personal calls and texts (made outside of working hours) must be paid for by the Warden upon receipt of the telephone bill. As stated above, the operation of any mobile phones or electronic devices for personal use while on duty is prohibited. The mobile phone must be returned to the Council at the end of the employment and all personal calls and texts must be paid up to date. ANNUAL LEAVE Payment for annual leave and arrangements for public holidays will be governed by the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997. Leave is calculated at 8 percent of the hours worked in a leave year (but subject to a maximum of 4 working weeks). Permission and prior authorisation are essential before annual leave is taken. The granting of annual leave at any particular time is always subject to the requirements of the Council and all annual leave is liable to suspension during periods of exceptional pressure. SICK LEAVE As per the Sligo County Council current Sick Leave Scheme and Attendance Management Policy, as amended by the Public Service Management (Sick Leave) Regulations 2014 and any subsequent Regulations made from time to time. TRAINING Successful candidates will be required to undertake any course of training which is determined relevant by Sligo County Council. DATA PROTECTION Sligo County Council is compliant with Data Protection Legislation including the provisions of the Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR. To access Sligo County Council’s Data Protection Policy and Privacy Statements, please see the following link: Data Protection (GDPR) (sligococo.ie)
