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At Vertiv, we build products that keep critical technologies running 24/7. We are proud we were the first to protect mainframes with precision cooling systems. We were the first to introduce an integrated enclosure system to distributed networks. We help some of the largest names in the industry bring new capacity online faster and at a lower cost when search and social media increased demand for storage and computing. Our portfolio spans power, thermal and infrastructure management products, software and solutions, and is complemented by a network of nearly 250 service centres worldwide. Reporting directly to the EHS Manager the EHS Site Administrator will provide administrative support to our existing Environmental, Health and Safety Team. Responsibilities:
Retail Sales Consultant
About This Role: As a Retail Sales Consultant at eir, you will be a face of our brand—engaging with customers to understand their needs and providing tailored broadband and mobile solutions that exceed expectations. In this dynamic retail role, every interaction is an opportunity to represent eir’s values, grow our customer base, and contribute to the success of your store. Enjoy earning a monthly salary along with additional earnings from our attractive commission structure. If you’re a people person with a passion for tech and a drive to hit targets, we’d love to hear from you. Why This Role: This is more than just a retail job—it’s your chance to build a career in an exciting and fast-paced industry. As a Retail Sales Consultant, you’ll: · Deliver outstanding customer service. · Work in a target-driven environment that rewards achievement. · Be part of a team where your input is valued and your success is celebrated. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a busy setting and enjoys sales and working with people. You'll receive full training, so even if you’re new to telecoms, you’ll be set up for success. Benefits include · Earn €14.15 per hour + attractive commission structure! · Continuous support, learning and opportunities for advancement. · Enhanced earning potential through various staff incentives. · Staff offer. · Free eir Wellness Programme & Employee Assistance Programme. · €500 Employee Referral Scheme. · Discounted healthcare plan. · Pension scheme contribution. · Generous family friendly policies, including fertility, pregnancy loss, menopause and others. · Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion. · Paid leave benefits incl. maternity and sick leave benefits. · Tax saver tickets and bike to work scheme. Expectations From The Role: As a Retail Sales Consultant, your key responsibilities will include: · Customer Engagement: Build rapport with customers, understand their needs, and recommend the most suitable mobile and broadband solutions. · Sales Delivery: Consistently meet or exceed individual sales targets while contributing to the store’s overall performance. · Customer Experience: Handle queries and issues efficiently, ensuring every customer leaves satisfied. · Store Operations: Support daily administrative tasks, including stock control, data entry, and cash handling. · Product and Policy Knowledge: Stay up-to-date with eir’s product offerings, promotions, and store policies to ensure accurate and compliant service delivery. · Market Awareness: Keep informed of competitor offerings so you can provide customers with the most competitive and relevant information. Flexibility is essential—you’ll be required to work evenings and weekends in line with store trading hours. Requirements For A Successful Application: Knowledge, skills and abilities · Confidence in engaging with a variety of customers and understanding their needs. · Clear, effective communication skills with a strong ability to explain products and services. · A positive, target-driven mind-set with a passion for providing great service. · Interest in mobile phones, broadband, and emerging technologies. Qualifications · 1–2 years of experience in retail or sales is desirable, but relevant life experience will also be considered. · A strong customer focus and a proactive attitude are key to success in this role. Others: At eir, we’re all about building connections—whether that’s through our products or our people. Working here means being part of a team that’s passionate about customer experience and driven by results. If you're looking for a role where you can grow your career, develop your leadership skills, and make a real impact—this is the place for you. eir reserves the right to conduct appropriate suitability checks in relation to prospective employees including but not limited to reference checking and/or other searches using publicly available information. We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs. #eirforall. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Cabin Crew
Description Want to become Cabin Crew for Europe’s Largest Airline Group? This is your opportunity to join the 16K+ Cabin Crew members across Ryanair’s growing network of 90+ operational bases who deliver best-in-class customer service to over 600K guests on over 3,600 flights EVERY SINGLE DAY!!! Flying for Ryanair means you not only get some amazing perks such as unlimited discount travel across Ryanair’s 250+ destinations, an industry-leading ‘5 on 3 off roster’, and highly competitive salary packages but you also get world-leading training, completely free! NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE is necessary as our training courses are designed to provide you with all the fundamental skills our crew use every day, which will allow you to deliver a safe and top-class inflight experience to our guests. Once complete, you will be issued with your ‘Cabin Crew Wings’ and ready to take to the Skies!!! As a member of the Ryanair Group Cabin Crew family, you will be immersed in our culture from day one, the career opportunities are endless including becoming a Cabin Supervisor, Base Supervisor, Regional Manager or why not aspire to become our next Director of Inflight? Life as Cabin Crew is fun & rewarding, it is however a demanding position where safety is our number 1 priority. You will be required to operate both early & late shifts & report for duty as early as 5 am in the morning on the early roster & not return home until midnight on the afternoon roster. If you are not a morning person, then think twice before applying. However, if you are customer-orientated, and like to work in a fast-paced environment with loads of enthusiasm, this could be the career for you!!!! Please note: As part of the application process, candidates are required to complete a mandatory English proficiency test and a situational judgement test. Failure to complete these assessments will result in disqualification from progressing to the interview stage. Requirements Competencies Customer Service Interpersonal Skills Sales Skills Teamwork
Clinical Nurse Manager, Student Allocations Liaison Officer
Candidates must have by closing of applications: 1. Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc. a) Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: (i) Are Registered in the relevant division of the Register of Nurse & Midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland NMBI (Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais nan Éireann) or entitled to be so registered AND (ii) Have at least 5 years post registration experience (or an aggregate of 5 years fulltime post registration experience) of which 2 years must be in a practice learning environment. AND (iii) Have the clinical, managerial and administrative capacity to properly discharge the functions of the role. AND (iv) Candidates must demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development. AND (b) Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability including a high standard of suitability and clinical, professional and administrative capacity to properly discharge the functions of the role. 2. Annual Registration (ii) Practitioners must maintain live annual registration on the appropriate/relevant Division of the register of Nurses and Midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI] (Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann) for the role. AND (ii) Confirm annual registration with NMBI to the HSE by way of the annual Patient Safety Assurance Certificate (PSAC).
Information Systems Technical Support Officer
1. The Position The Council is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates with relevant experience for the position of Information Systems Technical Support Officer. It is proposed to form a panel of qualified candidates from which any vacancies, permanent or temporary, which arise will be filled during the lifetime of the panel. The successful candidate shall report to an IS Project Leader or other appropriate person as determined by the Council’s Head of Information Systems from time to time. 2. Roles, Duties & Responsibilities Donegal County Council’s Information Systems Division supports over 1,100 staff across more than 100 locations, managing one of the largest local authority ICT networks in Ireland. The Division delivers a wide range of services including infrastructure management, corporate systems support, cybersecurity, and digital development. It also plays a key role in enabling internal operations and public-facing services through technology. The Division is engaged in implementing major upgrades to networking, telephony, and cloud infrastructure, while supporting national programmes such as the National Broadband Plan. It continues to collaborate with regional and European partners through ERNACT and Donegal Digital, contributing to innovation, funding, and capacity building. These efforts align with the Council’s Corporate Plan and the national Digital Local Government strategy. As technology evolves, the Division is focused on maintaining service delivery while preparing for future challenges. To successfully deliver and support these initiatives the Council is seeking to recruit suitably skilled and experienced ICT personnel at various levels. These roles are integral to delivering the Council’s Corporate Plan objectives and supporting the national Digital Local Government strategy. They require adaptability, innovation, and a commitment to governance and service excellence. These roles also require a user-centred approach to problem-solving, applying design thinking principles to deliver practical and innovative ICT solutions that meet organisational and user needs. Successful candidates will contribute to continuous improvement and the Council’s ambition to deliver high-quality digital services for staff, citizens, and communities. The successful candidate shall report to the Head of Information Systems or an IS Project Leader, or other appropriate person as determined by the Council from time to time. The duties undertaken by the IS Technical Support Officer will depend on assignment to one or more functional areas within the Information Systems Division. These may include infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, corporate systems, GIS, data analytics, and emerging technologies. The IS Technical Support Officer plays a key role in supporting the Council’s ICT infrastructure and services across a wide range of technologies and systems. This includes providing technical assistance to staff and elected members, maintaining desktop and mobile hardware, and supporting corporate applications and communications tools. Officers work closely with IS Project Leaders, Server/Data Administrators, and Analyst/Developers to ensure the effective operation and continuous improvement of Council systems. Key Responsibilities • Provide technical support across assigned ICT domains • Participate in infrastructure projects, cybersecurity initiatives, and digital service delivery • Engage with emerging technologies and contribute to Innovation initiatives • Support cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement aligned with strategic priorities Duties The following is a non-exhaustive list of duties that the successful candidate may be required to perform. Access to the Staff Education Scheme and ongoing training will enable upskilling on the job where required: Core Technical Support • Provide hardware and software support via phone, email, remote tools, and onsite visits • Install and configure desktops, laptops, mobile devices, printers, scanners, and AV equipment • Support and troubleshoot wired/wireless networks, WAN/LAN, routers, switches, and firewalls • Manage user accounts, access rights, shared folders, and identity lifecycle (starters, leavers, movers) • Provide first-line ICT support to staff, including blended working setups and remote access • Support corporate systems (e.g., Agresso, PeopleXD, ePlanning, iHouse, Microsoft 365) • Log and manage service desk cases, ensuring timely resolution and escalation where required Infrastructure & Systems • Assist with server and storage management, including Windows Server, SQL Server, and virtualisation (e.g., HP VME Essentials, VMware) • Monitor and maintain communications infrastructure (leased lines, eGov connections, cabling) • Support and maintain telephony systems and liaise with providers • Implement network expansions, upgrades, and firmware updates • Maintain the Council’s ICT asset registry, including hardware and software inventories Security & Compliance • Conduct vulnerability management, patching, antivirus deployment, and operational security checks • Support disaster recovery testing and backup validation • Ensure compliance with ICT security policies and participate in risk management planning • Contribute to the maintenance and review of the departmental ICT risk register Project, Development & Data Work • Participate in ICT infrastructure and business systems projects • Assist with requirements analysis, testing, deployment, and support of new systems • Evaluate emerging technologies and contribute to innovation initiatives • Provide specialist technical input to cross-departmental projects and strategic ICT initiatives • Support technologies including Geographic Information Systems (GIS), such as ArcGIS • Contribute to the development and support of solutions using the Microsoft Power Platform (PowerApps, Power Automate, Power BI) • Assist with software development and scripting using technologies such as .NET, SQL, and related frameworks • Support data analytics initiatives, including reporting, dashboards, and data-driven decision-making • Support the adoption and integration of AI-enhanced productivity tools such as Microsoft Copilot User Engagement & Events • Provide IT support for Council meetings, hybrid events, training sessions, and conferences • Support elected members and external stakeholders with ICT needs • Maintain good supplier relationships and assist with procurement and licensing compliance Strategic & Continuous Improvement • Contribute to the ICT Strategy and annual operational plans • Engage in performance management and professional development (PMDS) • Stay current with ICT trends and proactively identify opportunities for improvement • Deputise for IS Project Leaders or Analysts/Developers when required Official Languages (Amendment) Acts, 2021 So that the Local Authority may meet its statutory obligations, a satisfactory competence in the Irish language is deemed essential for appointment/assignment/re-assignment to Gaeltacht-based offices and offices serving Gaeltacht areas. Competence to be of a level where one can operate through the medium of Irish and provide services to the public in Irish, as per the provisions of the Official Languages (Amendment) Acts, 2021. An assessment of this competence may form an integral part of the recruitment and selection process. 3. Qualifications & Requirement of the Post The Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage has declared that the qualifications for IS Technical Support Officer will be as set out below: (a) Character Candidates shall be of good character. (b) 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. (c) Education, Training, Experience etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: i. A qualification at Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) major award (i.e. honours degree) or higher in a relevant computing discipline plus 2 year’s directly relevant, recent ICT experience from your employment to date* OR ii. A qualification at Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) major award (i.e. honours degree), or higher, with computing taken in the final year and at least 3 years directly relevant, recent ICT hands-on experience from your employment to date* OR iii. A qualification at Level 7 on the National Framework of Qualification (NFQ) major award (i.e. ordinary degree) in a relevant computing discipline plus 3 years’ directly relevant, recent ICT experience from your employment to date* OR iv. A qualification at Level 6 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) major award in a relevant computing discipline and at least 4 years directly relevant, recent ICT experience from your employment to date AND v. Have a satisfactory knowledge of public service organisation or the ability to acquire such knowledge. *Relevant ICT hands-on experience should include, but is not limited to: areas such as managing delivery of digital solutions, enterprise architecture, software and applications development projects involving a range of technologies and platforms covering web development, data management, database administration, business analysis/discovery, business intelligence and data analytics, DevOps, enterprise architecture, technical infrastructure service design and delivery, server and client operating systems and architecture stacks, telecommunications and networking infrastructure delivery support, technical support, ICT service management, operations and server support, ICT/cyber security, mobile device management, virtualisation delivery support, database and application support, cloud computing, etc. 4. Particulars of the Post (a) General Donegal County Council proposes to create a panel of qualified candidates for the position of IS Technical Support Officer from which it will fill any vacancy that may arise. (b) Probation The successful candidate shall be required to be on probation for an initial period, as determined by the Council. This period may be extended at the discretion of the Council. (c) Remuneration The current annual pay-scale is €51,722 minimum to max LSI2 €61,865 (as per circular EL 07/2025). Holders of the post will be paid at the appropriate point on the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Department Circular. New entrants will commence on the minimum point of the scale. (d) Base The base for the post of IS Technical Support Officer shall be the County House, Lifford. The role of IS Technical Support Officer may involve some travel, with some trips involving overnight stays and associated costs covered by the appropriate allowances. (e) Residence Holders of the post shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. (f) Working Hours / Annual Leave The normal hours of work will be 35 hours per week. The Council reserves the right to alter the hours of work from time to time. The IS Technical Support Officer will be required to work the hours directed by the Chief Executive of Donegal County Council, which may include hours outside of the normal working day associated with the responsibilities and requirements of the post. Annual leave allowance will be a maximum 30 days for all applicants. (g) Requirement to Drive Candidates shall be required: (a) to possess a full current category B Driving Licence (b) to have their own vehicle available for use while performing their duties and the associated costs will be covered by the appropriate allowances (h) Citizenship Requirements Eligible candidates must be, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (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. (i) Conflicts of Interest 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 duties as a local authority employee. (j) Garda Vetting Candidates for the post may be subject to Garda Vetting. Please note all candidates must attain a satisfactory Garda Vetting Disclosure prior to appointment, otherwise the offer of employment will be withdrawn. In the event where a Garda Vetting Disclosure indicates that there is a case pending, then the appointment cannot proceed at that time and the offer of employment will be withdrawn. The candidate will however retain their position on the panel and will be considered for the next vacancy should same arise within the lifetime of the panel.
Coastal Officer
The Position The Council is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates with relevant experience for the position of Coastal Officer (analogous to the Executive Engineer grade for pay purposes). It is proposed to form a panel of qualified candidates from which vacancies both permanent and temporary will be filled during the lifetime of the panel. Roles Duties & Responsibilities The Coastal Officer will be located in the Water & Environment Directorate of Donegal County Council and roles duties and responsibilities will include the following: Strategy, Governance & Liaison • Lead operational planning for 12 Blue Flag, 4 Green Flag, and 21 Designated Bathing Areas; ensure compliance with relevant standards and Council policies. • Act as primary liaison with Water Safety Ireland and the local Water Safety Area Committee; represent the Council at meetings; implement national guidance locally. • Prepare the coastal budget; secure contributions; manage spend and financial controls. Lifeguard Programme Management • Recruit, onboard, schedule, and supervise up to 55 seasonal Beach Lifeguards. • Deliver/coordinate training (rescue, first aid/CPR/AED, safeguarding, incident reporting, conflict management). • Maintain certification records; conduct site audits, drills, debriefs, and performance reviews with the Beach Lifeguard Supervisor. Water Safety Education & Media • Design and deliver Water Safety workshops county-wide, tailored for diverse groups, schools, clubs, and community partners. • Lead public information and seasonal media campaigns (advisories, closures, rip current awareness, cold-water risks, lifejacket use). • Develop outreach programmes and measure outcomes. Ringbuoys & Rescue Equipment • Provide and maintain ringbuoys at circa 80 coastal locations; manage inspection schedules. • Oversee remote monitoring pilots at 20 locations; triage alerts; coordinate rapid replacement and deterrence measures. • Procure, maintain, and audit lifeguard/instructor/examiner equipment and PPE. Accessible Beach Infrastructure • In conjunction with the Access Officer, provide and maintain safe beach access/egress at 28+ beaches, including 12 boardwalks. • Plan improvements (surfaces, ramps, wayfinding, rest areas) and schedule maintenance with contractors; engage user groups for feedback. Public Conveniences & Portable Sanitation • Directly manage 32 Public Conveniences (including 2 Eco Loos) for cleanliness, safety, accessibility, and uptime. • Plan and deploy 42 portaloos to beaches/parks; deliver year-round service at five locations and seasonal service elsewhere. • Oversee contractor SLAs, compliance, and community collaboration; optimise servicing routes and costs. Coastal Habitat, Dune & Erosion (Community-Led) • Work with An Taisce and local groups to implement dune fencing, planting, and erosion controls. • Provide materials (e.g., hazel fencing) and technical guidance; monitor effectiveness (photo points/erosion pins/simple surveys). • Coordinate permits/environmental compliance; document outcomes. Litter & Marine Carcass Management • Coordinate the removal of marine animal carcasses and litter with communities and Tidy Towns; manage contractors, safety plans, and waste handling. • Record incidents; contribute to prevention and awareness campaigns. Incident, Risk & Emergency Management • Maintain risk assessments for beaches, equipment, access, public conveniences, and lifeguard operations. • Lead incident reporting/escalation (rescues, near-misses, anti-social behaviour, equipment tampering). • Coordinate protocols with Gardaí, Coast Guard, RNLI, Irish Water Safety, and Civil Defence. Data, Reporting & Performance • Maintain accurate records (inspections, incidents, staffing, training, equipment, servicing, accessibility works). • Produce monthly/seasonal/annual reports with KPIs, insights, and improvement actions. Technology & Innovation • Administer remote monitoring systems; refine workflows; evaluate pilots and prepare business cases for scaling sensors/digital mapping. • Ensure data protection (GDPR), H&S, for staff/volunteers. Procurement & Contractor Oversight • Draft specifications; run compliant procurement; manage performance against SLAs. • Track lifecycle costs of equipment and assets; plan replacements and upgrades. Official Languages (Amendment) Acts, 2021 for Gaeltacht Areas So that the Local Authority may meet its statutory obligations, a satisfactory competence in the Irish Language is deemed essential for appointment/assignment/re-assignment to Gaeltacht-based offices and offices serving Gaeltacht areas. Competence to be of a level where one can operate through the medium of Irish and provide services to the public in Irish, as per the provisions of the Official Languages (Amendment) Acts, 2021. An assessment of this competence may form an integral part of the recruitment and selection process. Qualifications & Requirement of the Post (a) Character: Candidates shall be of good character. (b) 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. (c) Education, Training, Experience etc. (a) Each candidate must have a good standard of education. (b) Experience: At least five years’ satisfactory relevant experience in coastal management, water safety, or related operational roles. (c) Technical Competence: Demonstrated ability in coastal operations, water safety equipment management, lifeguard programme delivery, and risk assessment. (d) Strategic Support: Proven experience in supporting the formulation and implementation of strategies, plans, and processes, including stakeholder engagement and community partnership. Please Note: 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. (d) Desirable Skills • Third-level qualification in a relevant discipline (e.g., Coastal Management, Marine Biology, Environmental Science, Water Safety, Public Administration). • Recognised lifeguard certification or instructor/examiner accreditation from an approved body (e.g., Irish Water Safety). • Proven experience in implementing and maintaining Blue Flag and Green Flag standards, including bathing water quality monitoring and public communications. • Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with key stakeholders such as An Taisce, RNLI, Coast Guard, and local Water Safety Committees, fostering strong partnerships and delivering joint initiatives. Particulars of the Post (a) General Donegal County Council proposes to create a panel of qualified candidates for the position of Coastal Officer from which it will fill any vacancy that may arise. (b) Probation The successful candidate shall be required to be on probation for an initial period, as determined by the Council. This period may be extended at the discretion of the Council. (c) Remuneration The current annual pay-scale is €59,658 minimum to max LSI2 €82,929 (as per Circular EL 07/2025). Holders of the post will be paid at the appropriate point on the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Department Circular. New entrants will commence on the minimum point of the scale. (d) Base The base for the post of Coastal Officer shall be determined by the Council and will depend on the particular area and service to which the post holder is assigned. The role of Coastal Officer may involve some travel, with some trips involving overnight stays and associated costs covered by the appropriate allowances. (e) Residence Holders of the post shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. (f) Working Hours / Annual Leave The normal hours of work will be 35 hours per week. The Council reserves the right to alter the hours of work from time to time. Annual leave allowance will be a maximum 30 days for all applicants. (g) Requirement to Drive Candidates shall be required: (a) to possess a full current category B Driving Licence. (b) to have their own vehicle available for use while performing their duties and the associated costs will be covered by the appropriate allowances. (h) Citizenship Requirements Eligible candidates must be, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (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. (i) Conflicts of Interest 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 duties as a local authority employee. (j) Garda Vetting Candidates for the post of Coastal Officer may be subject to Garda Vetting. Please note all candidates must attain a satisfactory Garda Vetting Disclosure prior to appointment, otherwise the offer of employment will be withdrawn. In the event where a Garda Vetting Disclosure indicates that there is a case pending, then the appointment cannot proceed at that time and the offer of employment will be withdrawn. The candidate will however retain their position on the panel and will be considered for the next vacancy should same arise within the lifetime of the panel.
Senior Staff Officer
Essential Qualifications and Skills Candidates must: The appointee will carry out the lawful instructions of the President and comply with the requirements and regulations of the Minister of Education and Skills. Salary The salary scale attached to this post is €57,324 to €70,033. Candidates external to the sector may be appointed up to the 3rd Point (€60,356) of the Salary Scale in accordance with University Policy. Hours of Work 35 hours per week
Clerical Officer
Remuneration The salary scale for the post is (as at 01/08/2025): €31,118 - €32,868 - €33,299 - €34,173 - €35,451 - €36,730 - €38,010 - €38,941 - €39,992 - €41,213 - €42,078 - €43,287 - €44,508 - €46,798 - €48,427 LSI New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. As per HR Circular 012/25 Please note that previous experience working in the public service counts only where the individual was employed directly by the relevant Civil Service/Public Body. It does not apply for temporary assignments with those bodies while engaged as an agency worker and employed by a private sector employment agency. Exemptions can be found at the following link. HSE Guidelines on Terms and Conditions of Employment provides additional information. https://www2.healthservice.hse.ie/organisation/national-pppgs/guidelines-on-terms-and-conditions-of-employment/ Principal Duties and Responsibilities The following is an overview of the duties and responsibilities of a Clerical Officer post. The role of Clerical Officer can be extremely broad based and varies greatly. There may be other specific duties and responsibilities dependent on the area of work you are assigned to but these will be outlined at later stage. The Clerical Officer will be responsible for the day to day administrative functions of the Department under the direction of the assigned supervisor/manager. The role covers all aspects of clerical and administrative work to ensure the effective running of the Department The Clerical Officer is required to have sufficient knowledge of the relevant procedures and practices to perform the role efficiently and ensure the standards set are maintained. · The person holding this post is required to support the principle that the care of the patient comes first at all times and will approach their work with the flexibility and enthusiasm necessary to make this principle a reality for every patient to the greatest possible degree · Maintain throughout the WNW Region awareness of the primacy of the patient in relation to all hospital activities. · Performance management systems are part of role and you will be required to participate in the WNW Region performance management programme General Administrative Duties: · Day to day office duties e.g. Correspondence, post, typing, faxing, photocopying, filing etc. · Logging all enquiries/telephone calls, complaints etc. Prioritising same, dealing with queries, keeping supervisor/manager informed of progress and activities. · Assist in the drafting and issue of letters, memos and general information to internal customers, clients and general public · Populate, maintain and update local databases and records · Work closely with all functions within the hospital to deliver planned services of your department · Organise and schedule meetings · Minute taking · To collect, sort and distribute the Department’s mail each morning · Provide cross cover as per the departments/ management requirements · To conduct all assignments in a professional, confidential and discreet manner · Maintain accurate up to date record Legislative Compliance and Record Keeping: · Have awareness of the guidelines and legislation that governs your area of work and ensure compliance when issuing advice and documentation · Ensure compliance with General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Record Keeping/Retention · Assist in the implementation of new legislation/guidelines and associated reports and tasks Communication: · Interpreting and providing written and oral information to staff and clients, i.e. by phone, letter, etc and contribute positively to the public image of the Health Service Executive. · Liaise and co-operate with external/internal stakeholders/other members of staff in the interest of providing the best possible service to patients and clients. · Understand service users by being approachable and by listening to them · Action all communications in a timely manner Responsibilities: · Have an understanding of the health service and how it works · Understand how your department impacts on the service users · Understand how neighbouring departments and functions must combine their efforts to achieve optimum services levels · Use knowledge of the organisation’s structures and traditions to help achieve results · Act in a manner that is consistent with the organisation’s values and vision · Treat all information and service users with confidentiality and discretion · Undertake other assignments as directed Health & Safety: · Comply with the policies, procedures and safe professional practice of the Irish Healthcare System by adhering to relevant legislation, regulations and standards · Document appropriately and report any near misses, hazard and accidents and bring them to the attention of relevant designated individual(s) in line with best practice · Work in a safe manner with due care and attention to the safety of self and others · Be aware of risk management issues, identify risks and take appropriate action · Comply with department procedures with regard to assessment, recommendation and / or manufacturing of all assistive devices · Promote a culture that values diversity and respect KPI’s · The identification and development of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) which are congruent with the Hospital’s service plan targets. · The development of Action Plans to address KPI targets. · Driving and promoting a Performance Management culture. · In conjunction with line manager assist in the development of a Performance Management system for your profession. · The management and delivery of KPIs as a routine and core business objective. PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING GENERAL CONDITIONS: · Employees must attend fire lectures annually and must observe fire orders. · All accidents within the Department must be reported immediately. · Infection Control Policies must be adhered to. · In line with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Acts 2005 and 2010 all staff must comply with all safety regulations and audits. · In line with the Public Health (Tobacco) (Amendment) Act 2004, smoking within the Hospital Buildings is not permitted. · Provide information that meets the need of Senior Management. · To support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. Risk Management, Infection Control, Hygiene Services and Health & Safety · The management of Risk, Infection Control, Hygiene Services and Health & Safety is the responsibility of everyone and will be achieved within a progressive, honest and open environment. · The post holder must be familiar with the necessary education, training and support to enable them to meet this responsibility. · The post holder has a duty to familiarise themselves with the relevant Organisational Policies, Procedures & Standards and attend training as appropriate in the following areas: o Continuous Quality Improvement Initiatives o Document Control Information Management Systems o Risk Management Strategy and Policies o Hygiene Related Policies, Procedures and Standards o Decontamination Code of Practice o Infection Control Policies o Safety Statement, Health & Safety Policies and Fire Procedure o Data Protection and confidentiality Policies · The post holder is responsible for ensuring that they become familiar with the requirements stated within the Risk Management Strategy and that they comply with the WNW Region’s Risk Management Incident/Near miss reporting Policies and Procedures. · The post holder is responsible for ensuring that they comply with hygiene services requirements in your area of responsibility. Hygiene Services incorporates environment and facilities, hand hygiene, catering, cleaning, the management of laundry, waste, sharps and equipment. · The post holder must foster and support a quality improvement culture through-out your area of responsibility in relation to hygiene services. · The post holders’ responsibility for Quality & Risk Management, Hygiene Services and Health & Safety will be clarified to you in the induction process and by your line manager. · The post holder must take reasonable care for his or her own actions and the effect that these may have upon the safety of others. · The post holder must cooperate with management, attend Health & Safety related training and not undertake any task for which they have not been authorised and adequately trained. · The post holder is required to bring to the attention of a responsible person any perceived shortcoming in our safety arrangements or any defects in work equipment. Education & Training · Engage in the HSE performance achievement process in conjunction with your Line Manager and staff as appropriate. The above Job Description 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/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/ or experience 1. Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc (a) Eligible applicants will be those on the closing date for the competition: (i) Have obtained at least grade D (or pass) in Higher or Ordinary Level in five subjects from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education established Leaving Certificate Examination or Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme or Leaving Certificate Applied. Or (ii) Have passed an examination of at least equivalent standard Or (iii) Have satisfactory relevant experience which encompasses demonstrable equivalent skills And (b) Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability, including a high standard of suitability and administrative ability), for the proper discharge of the office. Health A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character Other requirements specific to the post A flexible approach to working hours is required in order to ensure deadlines are met. There is a requirement for some departments to work 5/7 days. This means that depending on the post you will be assigned to, you will be required to work unsocial hours over evenings, weekends and nigh duty. Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Candidates must demonstrate: Professional Knowledge and Experience · Demonstrate knowledge and experience relevant to the role as per the duties and responsibilities, eligibility criteria and post specific requirements of the role. · Demonstrate evidence of ability to empathise with patients, relatives and colleagues with dignity and respect. · Demonstrates the ability to work in line with policies and procedures. · Demonstrate ability to embrace change and adapt local work practices accordingly. · Draws on a variety of communication methods to fit situation/circumstances · Maximises the use of ICT, demonstrating excellent computer skills particularly Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel & have strong typing skills. Planning and Organising Skills · Demonstrate the ability to plan and organise own workload in an effective and methodical manner. · Demonstrate ability to work on own initiative and prioritise tasks · Demonstrate ability to multi-task without losing focus and manage competing and changing priorities and deadlines · Excellent organisational and time management skills to meet objectives within agreed timeframes · Flexibility and adaptability in a changing complex work environment Teamwork · Demonstrate a willingness to share knowledge/and or new ideas with staff and colleagues. · Demonstrate the ability to work with multi-disciplinary team members · Demonstrate ability to work on own initiative while remaining an effective member of the team · Demonstrate flexibility to cross cover, e.g. positive attitude to work and availability to work unsocial and flexible hours including evenings and weekends as required. · Ability to adapt and change to improve service delivery Commitment to Quality Service · Demonstrate ability to maintain confidentiality in relation to client/ patient information etc. · Display awareness and appreciation of the service users needs and expectations · Commitment to maintaining work standards and delivering a quality service to service users (customer service skills) · Demonstrate meticulous attention to detail · Commitment to developing own knowledge and expertise. · Commitment to promoting and maintaining high work standards · Commitment to providing a professional service to internal and external stakeholders Communication & Interpersonal Skills · Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate with colleagues, families etc · Ability to communicate with impact and be able to convince through personal and professional credibility. · Good written and presentation skills · Demonstrate excellent command of the English language both written and verbal to effectively carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role
Consultant Child And Adolescent Psychiatrist
This appointment will be to Donegal Mental Health Services under the Public Only Consultant Contract 2023 on a full time basis of 37 hours per week. This post is located in Buncrana, Co. Donegal and provides a service to children and adolescents in the Inishowen area. Main duties: To provide specialist assessment, diagnostic formulation and treatment of mental illnesses and/or mental disorders in individuals under the age of 18 years in accordance with the National Standardised Operating Procedure for CAMHS for subsequent national policies, procedures and /or guidelines. Contract: 3 year Specified Purpose Contract Eligibility Criteria: Applicants must be registered as a specialist in the Specialist Division of the Register of Medical Practitioners maintained by the Medical Council in Ireland in the Specialty of child and adolescent psychiatry.
Decision-Making Representative
The Role of a Decision-Making Representative A decision-making representative is a person appointed by the court to make specific decision(s) on behalf of a person (‘relevant person’) in relation to their personal welfare or property and affairs or both. When a person does not have a suitable person who can act as their decision-making representative, the court may ask the DSS to nominate two or more panel members from the Panel to be appointed as decision- making representative. The court may appoint from the nominees put forward, one or more than one panel member to be decision-making representative for the relevant person. Following appointment to the Panel, a panel member will be required to provide a resume of their skills, expertise and experience in a prescribed form. The DSS provide this resume to the court for consideration for the appointment of a decision-making representative. The DSS will contact the panel member before submitting this information to the court, to confirm the panel member’s availability for that specific case and ensure no conflicts of interest exist. Panel Member Nominee Attendance in Court ● The court may request the panel members (two or more) nominated by the DSS from the Panel to attend court in-person or on-line for selection for appointment as decision-making representative. ● The nominee selected for appointment by the court will be required to attend court in-person or on-line. ● The nominee selected for appointment must attend court to sign a statement to confirm that they understand and will undertake the powers and duties conferred in the court order and will comply with the guiding principles. ● Panel members are not entitled to reimbursement of any costs incurred as a result of attending court in the above scenarios. Statutory Functions of a Decision-Making Representative A panel member is appointed as a decision-making representative by way of a court order called a decision-making representation order (‘the court order’). The court order sets out the specific role and responsibilities of the panel member and any conditions that may apply. For each appointment, a decision-making representative must sign a statement in accordance with section 38(11) to confirm they understand and will undertake the powers and duties conferred in the court order and will comply with the guiding principles. The court order is the legal basis for all actions taken by a decision-making representative. The court order will outline the decision(s) the decision-making representative will have responsibility for and make provision for other matters as the court considers appropriate. The decision(s) that a decision-making representative will be required to undertake may involve property and affairs or personal welfare decisions or both. Personal Welfare Decisions Decisions about a person’s interests, health, and wellbeing. These types of decisions can include: (a) Accommodation. (b) Employment, education, or training. (c) Social activities. (d) Social services. (e) Healthcare. (f) Other matters about a person’s wellbeing. Property and Affairs Decisions Decisions about property, business, and money matters. These types of decision can include: (a) Custody, control, and management of property. (b) Sale, exchange, mortgaging, charging or gift of property. (c) Acquisition of property. (d) Carrying of a profession, trade, or business. (e) Dissolution of a partnership. (f) Carrying out of any contract. (g) Discharge of debts, tax, and duty liabilities. (h) Execution or exercise of the powers of a tenant for life. (i) Providing for the needs of other people. (j) Conduct of court or tribunal proceedings. (k) Applying for housing, social welfare or other benefits. Reporting Requirement A panel member appointed as decision-making representative must prepare and submit annual reports to the DSS for each appointment on the performance of their functions which are within scope of the court order. Reporting requirements include details of all costs, expenses and remuneration claimed by or paid to the decision-making representative during the relevant period. Additionally, a panel member appointed as a decision- making representative to make decisions about the relevant person’s property and affairs must prepare and submit a report detailing the relevant person’s assets and liabilities, projected income and expenditure within three months of the date of their appointment by the court as decision-making representative. Eligibility RequirementsMandatory Applicants for the Panel must have the following: 1. A qualification to at least level 7 of the National Qualifications Framework by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (or equivalent), which is to the satisfaction of the DSS appropriately aligned to the statutory role and functions of a decision-making representative and the range of property and affairs and/or personal welfare decisions that may be included in a decision-making representation order. AND 2. Must be registered in Ireland with a professional regulatory body required by law. Proof of same shall be required prior to appointment to the Panel. AND 3. Applicants must hold professional indemnity insurance (PII) to cover acting as a decision making representative, minimum PII requirement of €1 million. Proof of same shall be required prior to appointment to the Panel. AND 4. Possess and demonstrate the competencies set out in Appendix 1. Desirable ● Relevant professional experience working with people who have decision-making capacity difficulties. ● Knowledge of the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act 2015 or similar legislation. Training All applicants must complete training prior to being appointed to the Panel. The expected duration for the training is approximately 8 hours. Training will be delivered by a mix of online modules and self directed learning. Remuneration or the reimbursement of expenses will not be paid for undertaking this mandatory training. Assignment to Area(s) The Panel will operate nationally, divided into eight (8) geographical areas aligned to the Circuit Court areas, detailed below. A panel member must be available to travel in the course of carrying out their function as a decision-making representative. Panel members will be assigned to an area based on the address provided for assignment purposes in their application form. The eight (8) DSS areas are as follows: DSS 1 Dublin DSS 2 Cork DSS 3 Kildare, Meath, Louth, Wicklow DSS 4 Laois, Longford, Offaly, Roscommon, Sligo, Westmeath DSS 5 Cavan, Donegal, Leitrim, Monaghan DSS 6 Carlow, Kilkenny, Tipperary, Waterford, Wexford DSS 7 Clare, Kerry, Limerick DSS 8 Galway, Mayo The DSS will endeavour to select panel members for nomination to the court for their assigned area. However, the DSS reserves the right to nominate a panel member to the court for a different area, where necessary and the panel member is available. The DSS will act reasonably in relation to the selection of panel members for nomination to the court, should such a requirement arise. 1. Duration of Appointment If a panel member is appointed by the court as a decision-making representative, the time commitment required will depend on what is set out in the court order. While an appointment by the court may be for a limited purpose or duration, an appointment may also extend to a broad range of decisions and may potentially last for the lifetime of the relevant person/former ward. If a decision-making representative appointed from the panel needs to be discharged from their appointment due to unforeseen circumstances, they must make an application to court to be removed. Only the court can discharge a decision-making representative from their appointment. 2. Remuneration Remuneration and certain expenses shall be paid to a decision-making representative in accordance with the 2015 Act, and as set out in the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act 2015 (Payment of Certain Expenses and Remuneration to Decision-Making Representatives) Regulation 2023 (the Regulations). The court order will set out the panel member’s entitlement to reasonable remuneration. A panel member may be paid out of the assets of the relevant person, or where the court so directs, by the DSS. The panel member must seek pre-approval for remuneration from the DSS at the beginning of each appointment. Annual limits apply based on the scope of the appointment. These are set out in detail in Appendix 2. In exceptional circumstances, subject to defined criteria, a decision-making representative may apply to be remunerated in excess of the applicable annual maximum. 3. Specific Requirements Panel members will be required to comply with the following: a) Panel members will be required to confirm compliance with various matters on an annual basis for continued membership of the Panel and these matters may change over the lifetime of the Panel. b) Panel members will be required to sign a declaration as a condition of their selection for the Panel prior to appointment to the Panel and such declaration may be subject to change over the lifetime of the Panel. c) Panel members will be required to report in writing all actual/potential conflicts of interest to include any involvement with any organisation, individual or other panel member (decision-making representative, special visitor, general visitor, and court friend) which could reasonably be perceived as constituting a potential conflict of interest in any case they are appointed. Panel members shall refrain from accepting nomination for appointment where there is a conflict-of-interest present. If a conflict-of-interest issue should arise at any point throughout the duration of an appointment as decision-making representative, the panel member must immediately notify in writing the court and the DSS. d) Panel members will be required to adhere to a code of confidentiality and will be required to sign a declaration of confidentiality prior to appointment to the Panel or as required by the DSS. e) Panel members will be required to adhere to data protection legislation and related policies and/or guidelines provided by the DSS. f) Panel members must comply with tax clearance/ payment procedures as specified by the Revenue Commissioners. g) Panel members must abide by the DSS Code of Conduct for decision-making representative panel members while fulfilling their appointed role. h) Panel members must abide by the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act 2015, the Guiding Principles in the 2015 Act, the Code of Practice for Decision-Making Representatives (to be published under section 103 of the Act), the Code of Practice on Supporting Decision-Making and Assessing Capacity (to be published under section 103 of the Act) and any set of standards and related guidance issued by the DSS. i) Panel members must abide by any applicable policies and procedures issued by the DSS and/or by the relevant Minister with regard remuneration/ reimbursement. j) Panel members must maintain their professional registration in Ireland with the relevant professional regulatory body required by law. Panel members will be required to provide evidence of their registration prior to appointment to the Panel or as required by the DSS for continued membership of the Panel. k) Panel members must hold professional indemnity insurance cover for continued membership of the Panel, and inform the DSS of any change in circumstances. Panel members will be required to provide evidence of professional indemnity insurance on an annual basis or as required by the DSS. l) Please note panel members are required to set-up a designated mailbox for use only in your role as a decision-making representative. The email address you provide for this purpose cannot be used for any private decision-making arrangements with the DSS. It will be used only as part of your role as a decision- making representative. 4. Persons Ineligible to be on the Panel Having regard to the provisions of Section 39 and 40 of the 2015 Act and the requirements of the DSS in relation to eligibility and disqualification of a decision-making representative, a person shall not be deemed suitable to be on the Panel if that person: (a) is an undischarged bankrupt or is currently in a debt settlement arrangement or personal insolvency arrangement or has been convicted of an offence involving fraud or dishonesty, (b) is a person in respect of whom a declaration under section 819 of the Companies Act 2014 has been made or is deemed to be subject to such a declaration by virtue of Chapter 5 of Part 14 of that Act, (c) is a person who is subject or is deemed to be subject to a disqualification order, within the meaning of Chapter 4 of Part 14 of the Companies Act 2014, by virtue of that Chapter or any other provisions of that Act, (d) has been convicted of an offence under section 34, 80, 90 or 145 of the 2015 Act, (e) is a member of the Mental Health Commission, (f) does not hold the required qualifications, registrations, and professional indemnity, (g) is not lawfully entitled to work in the State, (h) does not receive Garda/security clearance, (i) is convicted of an offence carrying a term of imprisonment. Application InformationHow to Apply To apply, candidates must complete the application form available on the website https://osborne.ie/public-sector/dss-employment- opportunities/ Only applications fully submitted via the online application https://osborne.ie/public-sector/dss- employment-opportunities/ will be accepted into the campaign. Applications will not be accepted after the closing deadline Monday 12th January 2026 at 12 noon. If you have a disability and this precludes you from completing the application form and/or submitting it by the closing date, please contact Osborne Recruitment at dss@osborne.ie or phone 041-9865058 for alternative arrangements and/or reasonable adjustments. If you do not receive an acknowledgement of receipt of your application within 24 hours of applying, please contact dss@osborne.ie. Campaign updates will be issued to your registered email address as entered on the online application portal. The onus is on each applicant to ensure that they are in receipt of all communication from Osborne Recruitment. You are advised to check your emails on a regular basis throughout the duration of the competition; in addition, being sure to check junk/spam folders should any emails be mistakenly filtered. Osborne Recruitment accepts no responsibility for communication not accessed or received by an applicant. Applicants should make themselves available on the date(s) specified by Osborne Recruitment and should make sure that the contact details specified on their application form are correct. The personal contact details provided in applications will be used to communicate updates throughout the recruitment campaign. The onus is on the candidate to ensure that they are permitted to use the contact details provided for this communication. The candidate is responsible for ensuring voicemails and email spam is checked to confirm communications are received. Selection Process The Selection Process may include the following: ● Submission of Application. ● Shortlisting of candidates based on the information contained in their application. ● Initial/preliminary interview. ● Presentation or other exercises. ● A final competitive interview. ● Any other tests or exercises that may be deemed appropriate. Candidates’ Obligations Candidates should note that canvassing will disqualify and will result in their exclusion from the process. Candidates must not: ● Knowingly or recklessly provide false information. ● Canvass any person with or without inducements. ● Interfere with or compromise the process in any way. ● A third party must not personate a candidate at any stage of the process. ● Any person who contravenes the above provisions or who assists another person in contravening the above provisions is guilty of an offence. A person who is found guilty of an offence is liable to a fine/or imprisonment. In addition, where a person found guilty of an offence was or is a candidate at a recruitment process, then: ● Where he/she has not been appointed to a post, he/she will be disqualified as a candidate; and ● Where he/she has been appointed subsequently to the recruitment process in question, he/she shall forfeit that appointment. Specific Candidate CriteriaCandidates must: ● Have the knowledge and ability to discharge the duties of the post concerned. ● Be suitable on the grounds of character. ● Be suitable in all other relevant respects for appointment to the post concerned. and if successful, they will not be appointed to the post unless they: ● Agree to undertake the duties attached to the post and accept the conditions under which the duties are, or may be required to be, performed. ● Are fully competent and available to undertake, and fully capable of undertaking, the duties attached to the position. Deeming of Candidature to be Withdrawn Candidates who do not attend for interview or other test when and where required by Osborne Recruitment, or who do not, when requested, furnish such evidence as Osborne Recruitment require in regard to any matter relevant to their candidature, will have no further claim to consideration. Citizenship Requirement Candidates should note that eligibility to compete for posts is open to citizens of the European Economic Area (EEA), or to non-EEA nationals who fulfil the relevant criteria. In order to work in Ireland, all non-EEA nationals require a valid employment permit unless exempt under permission from the Minister for Justice and Equality. The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union along with Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway. Swiss citizens under EU agreements may also apply. Quality Service We aim to provide an excellent quality service to all our candidates. If, for whatever reason, you are unhappy with any aspect of the service you receive from us, we urge you to bring this to the attention of the unit or staff member concerned. This is important as it ensures that we are aware of the problem and can take the appropriate steps to resolve it. Feedback will be provided on written request. Data Protection Act 2018 When your application is received, we create a record in your name, which contains much of the personal information you have supplied. This personal record is used solely in processing your candidature and as part of the recruitment process, certain information you provide will be forwarded to the employing organisation. Such information held by Osborne Recruitment and the employing organisation is subject to the rights and obligations set out in the Data Protection Act 2018. For more information on how we retain and use your personal data, please review our Privacy Statement, which includes instructions on their right to withdraw consent at any point. To make a subject access request under the Data Protection Act 2018, please submit your request in writing to: Data Protection Officer – Osborne Recruitment. Ensure that you describe the records you seek in the greatest possible detail to enable us to identify the relevant record. Certain items of information, not specific to any individual, are extracted from records for general statistical purposes.