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Interim Senior Manager - Public Fundraising Informal enquiries for this position are most welcome. Please contact Eleanor Flew | Director of Fundraising and Communications | 01- 491 2512 | eflew@olh.ie A detailed Job Description and Person Specification for this position is available below or from the HR department | 01-4912594 | hr@olh.ie Latest date for receipt of applications is 12.00pm on 17th May 2024. Our Lady’s Hospice & Care Services is an equal opportunities employer and supports a smoke free environment.
Sales Assistant
Looking for a healthy career move? We are currently seeking a Sales Associate to join our super team in our Swords store. The primary responsibility of this position is to provide support to the manager in all aspects of running the store, and customer care, cash, stock and personnel management. Applicants must have customer service experience. The ideal candidate will have good communication and interpersonal skills. All applicants must have excellent numeracy and computer skills. Training in the area of complementary medicine will be provided however a proven interest in the area is essential. Requirements · An interest in the Health Food industry is essential · Minimum 1 year retail experience. · You’ll possess excellent teamwork, inspiring and motivating your team to exceed targets and achieve their full potential. · You'll be commercially aware with proven ability to increase sales, with a strong focus on improving the customer experience. · Excellent customer service skills · Can do attitude · Flexibility in terms of hours, weekdays, evenings, and weekends required. What we can offer you · Competitive hourly rate of pay · Rewarding Store Bonus scheme for meeting and exceeding targets. · Benefits including discount of up to 30% and free product samples from suppliers. · Bike to work scheme following successful completion of probation · Industry leading training with an in-house dedicated training programme starting at our training academy in Henry St provided by our in-house trainer with over 20 years’ experience · Training linked pay increases, with pay reviewed annually in line with The Health Store pay bands subject to performance and training certificates. · Manual handling certificate with a registered provider · PRSA scheme with external financial advisors to help provide guidance for your retirement goals · Excellent Career progression opportunities – we promote from within · Inclusive work environment and you will be joining a team with highly trained and tenured staff · Branded uniforms will be provided
Trading Analyst
Role Introduction: Established in 1992, Applegreen is a leading convenience roadside retailer in the Republic of Ireland, the UK and the US in both large-scale Motorway Service Areas and Travel Plazas, as well as smaller petrol stations. The business has grown to over €3BN in annual revenue, operating 600 Motorway Service Plazas and forecourt sites internationally and employing over 16,000 people. Applegreen is in a rapid growth phase and to support this ambitious growth, we are seeking to onboard a Trading Analyst who will be part of our Commercial Trading Department in ROI. The successful candidate will be a confident people person who can adopt a hands-on approach and fit into the Applegreen culture seamlessly. The role will report directly into our Senior Trading Analyst and will be based in the Group headquarter office in Park West, Dublin. Key Responsibilities: As Applegreen expands, the responsibilities will evolve and change over time. The Trading Analyst will play a crucial role in driving the success of the Commercial team at Applegreen. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, a strong communicator, and a natural leader who can inspire and motivate their team to achieve exceptional results. The core responsibilities will centre around the following areas: · Assume full responsibility for the production and preparation of weekly reports, adhering to strict timelines. · Support and manage the forecast and distribution of products to our stores, allocating stock where required. · Collaborate and provide support with the Trading team on analytics requirements. · Develop and maintain strong collaborative relationships both internally with key departments within the company and externally with our supply partners. · Conducting data analysis on trading activity and pricing strategies · Implement change, introduce processes, and drive efficiencies within the department. · Stay informed on market and industry trends through competitor analysis to ensure competitiveness of our offerings. · Support in developing strategic plans at both product and category levels. The Candidate should have the following: Qualifications, experience & skills Additional key skills & attributes: · Have an understanding of the FMCG industry, market dynamics, and consumer behaviour to make informed decisions and recommendations. · Ability to effectively communicate with internal teams, stakeholders, and suppliers to drive successful trading strategies. · Problem-solving skills: The ability to think creatively and strategically to overcome challenges and optimize trading performance. · Attention to detail: Being meticulous and thorough in analysing data and identifying trends to make accurate and insightful recommendations. · Time management: Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment to meet deadlines and deliver results. · Team player: Collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams and building strong relationships with colleagues to achieve common goals. · Adaptability: Being flexible and open to new ideas and ways of working to respond to changing market conditions and consumer preferences. · Proactive mindset: Taking initiative to identify opportunities for improvement and drive continuous growth in trading performance. · A highly organised individual with ability to plan and prioritise workloads effectively for maximum impact and adapt around changing priorities as required. · Project management skills · Be a self-starter, who is able to work collaboratively as a member of a highly interdependent team across many parts of Applegreen. · Is resilient and calm under pressure. · Has sound judgement and objective logical decision-making skills. · Willing to travel ad hoc if required. Illustrative Application & Screening Process (subject to change): · Application Process: o Please submit an up to date tailored CV (max 2 pages) and cover letter by the 10th of May 2024. · Interview & Selection Process: o Two interview rounds will be required for this role
Senior Trading Analyst
Role Introduction: Established in 1992, Applegreen is a leading convenience roadside retailer in the Republic of Ireland, the UK and the US in both large-scale Motorway Service Areas and Travel Plazas, as well as smaller petrol stations. The business has grown to over €3BN in annual revenue, operating 600 Motorway Service Plazas and forecourt sites internationally and employing over 16,000 people. Applegreen is in a rapid growth phase and to support this ambitious growth, we are seeking to onboard a Senior Trading Analyst who will be part of our Commercial Trading Department in ROI. The successful candidate will be a confident people person who can adopt a hands-on approach and fit into the Applegreen culture seamlessly. The role will report directly into the Head of Trading and will be based in the Group headquarter office in Park West, Dublin. Key Responsibilities: As Applegreen expands, the responsibilities will evolve and change over time. The Senior Trading Analyst will play a crucial role in driving the success of the Commercial team at Applegreen. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, a strong communicator, and a natural leader who can inspire and motivate their team to achieve exceptional results. The core responsibilities will centre around the following areas: · Assume full responsibility for the production and preparation of weekly reports, adhering to strict timelines. · Support and manage the forecast and budget process for all Trading categories. · Collaborate and provide support with the Trading team on analytics requirements. · Develop and maintain strong collaborative relationships with existing and potential supply base as well as key departments within the company. · Conducting data analysis on trading activity and pricing strategies · Implement change, introduce processes, and drive efficiencies within the department. · Stay informed on market and industry trends through competitor analysis to ensure competitiveness of our offerings. · Support in developing strategic plans at both product and category levels. · Collaborate with the supply chain team and supply base to ensure full product availability across our range. The Candidate should have the following: Qualifications, experience & skills Additional key skills & attributes: · Have an understanding of the FMCG industry, market dynamics, and consumer behaviour to make informed decisions and recommendations. · Ability to effectively communicate with internal teams, stakeholders, and suppliers to drive successful trading strategies. · Problem-solving skills: The ability to think creatively and strategically to overcome challenges and optimize trading performance. · Attention to detail: Being meticulous and thorough in analysing data and identifying trends to make accurate and insightful recommendations. · Time management: Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment to meet deadlines and deliver results. · Team player: Collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams and building strong relationships with colleagues to achieve common goals. · Adaptability: Being flexible and open to new ideas and ways of working to respond to changing market conditions and consumer preferences. · Proactive mindset: Taking initiative to identify opportunities for improvement and drive continuous growth in trading performance. · A highly organised individual with ability to plan and prioritise workloads effectively for maximum impact and adapt around changing priorities as required. · Project management skills · Be a self-starter, who is able to work collaboratively as a member of a highly interdependent team across many parts of Applegreen. · Is resilient and calm under pressure. · Has sound judgement and objective logical decision-making skills. · Willing to travel ad hoc if required. Illustrative Application & Screening Process (subject to change): · Application Process: Please submit an up to date tailored CV (max 2 pages) and cover letter by the 10th of May 2024. · Interview & Selection Process: o Two interview rounds will be required for this role
Life Safety Systems Designer, Advanced Facilities, Electronics In
Your Impact: At Jacobs, we'll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow. With more than 55,000 people in 40 countries, working at Jacobs offers an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities. People are Jacobs’ greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for Jacobs. We’re happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business. About the opportunity We're looking for a Life Safety Systems Engineer who is excited about working on projects that enable the heart of our clients’ business. Join us and you’ll have the chance to work on projects including semiconductor manufacturing, data centre facilities, and other state of the art manufacturing and research facilities. Come be a part of a vibrant, dynamic team that delivers world class designs for well-known clients around the world. You’ll thrive as you perform design of Life Safety and Security Systems for our client’s advanced facilities. This position will provide Lead opportunities for delivery of complex packages in coordination with engineers and design leads that form the core of our electrical delivery team. You will interface directly with client counterparts in designing of their facilities. Utilising AutoCAD and Revit MEP, our teams create 3D models in coordination with architects and engineers. From those 3D BIM models you’ll design fire alarm, smoke and leak detection, security and intrusion detection systems, and more. Using the various applicable Life Safety and Fire codes as well as industry standards you will provide: calculations; equipment size and quantities; equipment and construction specifications; network diagrams and addressing; and various construction deliverables in both 2D and 3D platforms for a constructable design. Bring your curiosity, talent for multi-tasking and collaboration, and extreme organisational skills and we’ll help you grow, pursue and fulfill what drives you – so we can make big impacts on the world, together. At Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximising the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other! Here’s what you’ll need : Our Culture Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business and we truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees. Find out more about life at Jacobs. (https://careers.jacobs.com/life-at-jacobs/) We aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected, and if we are diverse, we’re more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks centred on inclusion and diversity – ACE, Careers, Enlace, Harambee, OneWorld, Prism, Vetnet, and Women’s – find out more about our employee networks here. (https://www.jacobs.com/about/inclusion-and-diversity?_ga=2.1062705.1096535124.1626879887-1704311048.1575562676) Jacobs partners with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain diverse talent. For greater online accessibility please visit www.vercida.com to view and access our roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team (https://www.jacobs.com/contact/careers2) . Your application experience is important to us and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. We welcome feedback on our recruitment process and if you need more from us before deciding to join Jacobs then please let us know. (https://www.jacobs.com/contact/careers2) #AFElecBM #AF-LSS #LI-Hybrid #AFJacobs Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.
Chef, Contract
Chef with Baxter & Greene Market Deli Dunnes Stores is Ireland’s leading retailer positioned at the cutting edge of food and fashion retailing. We have stores in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Spain and are expanding our service and product offer all the time. Baxter & Greene is a contemporary and stylish Market Deli where carefully selected products are freshly prepared and cooked every day in store by our team of skilled chefs and delicatessen staff. By using innovative and creative ideas, our team endeavour to produce and present wholesome food of an exceptionally high standard. We are currently looking to recruit and train a number of chefs to join the team in our Baxter & Greene concept. Our chefs have excellent product knowledge, provide outstanding customer service, and above all else are passionate about fresh food and retail. The primary job function of the chef is to take accountability for the counter and kitchen, ensuring the delivery of exceptional customer care and operational standards to maximise sales and profitability whilst maintaining costs alongside the deli manager. The successful candidates should have the ability to cook from scratch and follow agreed recipes. They should be enthusiastic and self-motivated to provide an excellent level of service with attention to detail. Experience in food preparation in a Café / Restaurant / Deli operation is essential and an interest in current food trends is preferable. The Chef will have the following responsibilities: Key Responsibilities: Dunnes Stores is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Sales Assistant
Sales Assistant - Applegreen Swords What will I be doing as a Sales Assistant at Applegreen? As a sales assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the front-line operations of our business. · Achieve daily sales targets · Support day to day operations of our business · Provide excellent customer service · Stock rotation · Ensure shop floor is clean and tidy · Assist in stock taking procedures Why should I join The Applegreen Team? Benefits 1. All staff will be entitled to a colleague discount card that offers 100% off our Bakewell Deli foods and all hot drinks. (Up to €10 saving a day) 2. Bike to Work Scheme (Available after 6 months of service) 3. HSF health plan for everyone from under €2.50 a week 4. Employee Assistance Programme run by the Zest Life which offers free counselling on personal, family, work and money matters. Training and Development We as a company are constantly growing our business, but it`s our people driving its success. 1. The Educational Training Board offers retail training courses through the Applegreen Academy 2. We offer fantastic career opportunities, and a great deal of our promotions are internal Charity At Applegreen we truly believe in the power of community and so, The Applegreen Charitable Fund that was set up to raise vital funds to support Irelands Children. By working at Applegreen you will assist in raising money for our charity partners, Barretstown. The charitable fund pledges to raise €1 million in the next 3 years.
Sector Officer in the Irish Coast Guard
The Role The Sector Officer is a new grade within the IRCG and is equivalent to an Executive Officer in the Civil Service. They will work with assigned CGUs and report to the Coastal Unit Sector Manager (CUSM) of that sector. The role will involve working closely with the volunteer CGUs, Coast Guard and Maritime Administration personnel and other internal/external stakeholders. On the job training will be provided as appropriate. The Sector Officer is required to comply with the organisational values of ‘Pride’ and ‘Respect’ as part of this role. This post also carries a mobility obligation and Sector Officers are required to be available for service at all CGUs within their sector and also to travel to work in other sectors, when required. IRCG road vehicles will be provided for official business use only when the nature of their employment warrants the provision. The Officers driving them will be responsible for their control, cleanliness, and maintenance Principal Duties and Responsibilities The duties of the post may include some or all of those listed below: • Supporting CGUs by undertaking the following tasks: o Conducting routine inspection of vehicles, buildings, boats, and equipment to a fixed schedule, completing appropriate checklists and administrative duties. o Initiating corrective action against defects, monitoring corrective actions, and maintaining defect records. o Managing CGU equipment, inventory and logistical requirements including associated administrative duties. o Managing local inventories. • Supporting management of the planned maintenance system. This includes recording, monitoring, and reviewing periodic service, maintenance, repair, inspection, and defect reports and compiling periodic reports on same. • Supporting maintenance and repair works undertaken by third party contractors, including associated logistical and administrative support. • Supporting the CUSM by assisting in the following tasks: o Effecting corrective actions to findings identified through audit, inspection, and safety meetings. o Managing and implementing the requirements of the safety management system. o Procuring goods, equipment, and services. o Managing the fixed asset register. o Managing inventory, vehicles, buildings, boats, and equipment including the update of computerised maintenance management system. o Providing general unit management support including logistical support and associated administrative tasks. • Carrying out any other duties relevant to the role that may be assigned to the Sector Officer from time to time. The position is a uniformed grade. The successful candidate will be required to wear their uniform in a presentable manner and to maintain a smart and neat appearance, as determined by Coast Guard Management. Working Environment The work will be divided between office and field. Depending on the needs of the business, a typical week may consist of 4 days travel and 1 day of office-based administrative duties. Please note, a significant amount of travel is required as Sector Officers are obliged to travel to various locations within their sector on a regular basis and on occasion to travel to other sectors as needed. Travel and subsistence payments will apply at central civil service rates. Location of Vacancies For management purposes, the CGUs are divided into six sectors: • East (Office located in Dublin City) (Greenore, Co. Louth to Courtown, Co. Wexford) • Southeast (Various locations in Waterford) (Curracloe, Co. Wexford to Ballycotton, Co. Cork) • South (Office located in Cork City) (Guileen to Goleen, Co. Cork) • Southwest (Office located in Killarney, Kerry) (Castletownbere, Co. Cork to Killaloe, Co. Clare) • West (Office located in Castlebar, Mayo) (Kilkee, Co. Clare to Achill, Co. Mayo) • Northwest (Various locations in Donegal) (Ballyglass, Co. Mayo to Greencastle, Co. Donegal) There are currently six vacancies – one for each sector. A panel will be formed from this competition to fill any further vacancies which may arise in any of the Sectors. Candidates are required to specify on the application form (tick boxes) the Sector in which they are willing to be placed. Candidates can only select a maximum of 2 sectors. The onus is on candidates to select their correct sector choice(s). Changes to these choice(s) will not be permitted after the closing date. No exceptions will be made. Essential Candidates must have on or before Thursday, 9th May 2024. 1. A minimum of 3 years relevant practical experience in the maintenance or inspection of either vehicles, boats, marine, cliff or Search and Rescue (SAR) equipment. 2. The ability to prepare reports, keep work records, and record progress. 3. Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to work in a team environment. 4. The ability to work on their own initiative, including effectively managing and prioritising workloads to meet deadlines. 5. Good oral and written communications skills including a good technical working knowledge of English. 6. Good Information Technology (IT) skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. 7. Have a current full driving licence (Category B) and/or (Category C). Special Personal Attributes required for the performance of the job • Have a high standard of physical and mental fitness, as this post requires Officers to work in a professional emergency service. Good eyesight and hearing are essential. • In a safety sensitive organisation non-dependence on drugs is essential. In addition to the above, candidates must also be able to demonstrate the Key Competencies identified for effective performance at this level (detailed overleaf). Desirable • Practical experience in SAR, cliff, boat or drone equipment. • Experience of procurement. • Experience in using a computerised maintenance management system. • Experience working within a planned maintenance system. • Experience working in a large organisation under a safety management system (SMS) e.g. ISO45001. • Experience working within the requirements of a risk management system, risk assessing own activities. • Training in the area of vehicle, boat or equipment maintenance, inspection, or examination. • Experience working to a fixed timetable, ensuring duties carried out to schedule. • Experience of Coast Guard or search and rescue operations. • Experience in volunteering or working with volunteers. • Experience in land search, climbing, boat or drone operations. • Knowledge of Safety, Health, and Welfare regulations applicable to shore establishments and to the marine emergency operations and administration. • Have a good knowledge of maritime search and rescue operations, including in relation to maritime safety and awareness and IRCG Coast Guard Unit (CGU) operations. Candidates should note that the admission to a competition does not imply that the Public Appointments Service is satisfied that they fulfil the essential entry requirements. Therefore, the onus is on the candidate to ensure that they meet the essential entry requirements prior to submitting their application. KEY COMPETENCIES FOR EFFECTIVE PERFORMANCE AT THIS LEVEL Analysis & Decision Making • Effectively deals with a wide range of information sources, investigating all relevant issues • Understands the practical implication of information in relation to the broader context in which they work – procedures, divisional objectives etc. • Identifies and understands key issues and trends • Correctly extracts & interprets numerical information, conducting accurate numerical calculations • Draws accurate conclusions & makes balanced and fair recommendations backed up with evidence Delivery of Results • Takes ownership of tasks and is determined to see them through to a satisfactory conclusion • Is logical and pragmatic in approach, setting objectives and delivering the best possible results with the resources available through effective prioritisation • Constructively challenges existing approaches to improve efficient customer service delivery • Accurately estimates time parameters for project, making contingencies to overcome obstacles • Minimises errors, reviewing learning and ensuring remedies are in place • Maximises the input of own team in ensuring effective delivery of results • Ensures proper service delivery procedures/protocols/reviews are in place and implemented Interpersonal & Communication Skills • Modifies communication approach to suit the needs of a situation/ audience • Actively listens to the views of others • Liaises with other groups to gain co-operation • Negotiates, where necessary, in order to reach a satisfactory outcome • Maintains a focus on dealing with customers in an effective, efficient and respectful manner • Is assertive and professional when dealing with challenging issues • Expresses self in a clear and articulate manner when speaking and in writing Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self Development • Displays high levels of skills/ expertise in own area and provides guidance to colleagues • Has a clear understanding of the role, objectives and targets and how they support the service delivered by the unit and Department/ Organisation and can communicate this to the team • Leads by example, demonstrating the importance of development by setting time aside for development initiatives for self and the team Drive & Commitment to Public Service Values • Is committed to the role, consistently striving to perform at a high level • Demonstrates flexibility and openness to change • Is resilient and perseveres to obtain objectives despite obstacles or setbacks • Ensures that customer service is at the heart of own/team work • Is personally honest and trustworthy • Acts with integrity and encourages this in others ELIGIBILITY TO COMPETE AND CERTAIN RESTRICTIONS ON ELIGIBILITY Citizenship Requirement Eligible candidates must be: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway; or (b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or (c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (d) A non-EEA citizen who has a stamp 4 visa1 or a stamp 5 visa. To qualify candidates must be eligible by the date of any job offer. Collective Agreement: Redundancy Payments to Public Servants The Department of Public Expenditure and Reform letter dated 28th June 2012 to Personnel Officers introduced, with effect from 1st June 2012, a Collective Agreement which had been reached between the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform and the Public Services Committee of the ICTU in relation to ex-gratia Redundancy Payments to Public Servants. It is a condition of the Collective Agreement that persons availing of the agreement will not be eligible for re-employment in the Public Service by any Public Service body (as defined by the Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Acts 2009 – 2011) for a period of 2 years from termination of the employment. People who availed of this scheme and who may be successful in this competition will have to prove their eligibility (expiry of period of non-eligibility) and the Minister’s consent will have to be secured prior to employment by any Public Service body. Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER): It is a condition of the Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) as set out in Department of Finance Circular 12/09 that retirees, under that Scheme, are not eligible to apply for another position in the same employment or the same sector. Therefore, such retirees may not apply for this position. Department of Health and Children Circular (7/2010): The Department of Health Circular 7/2010 dated 1 November 2010 introduced a Targeted Voluntary Early Retirement (VER) Scheme and Voluntary Redundancy Schemes (VRS). It is a condition of the VER scheme that persons availing of the scheme will not be eligible for re-employment in the public health sector or in the wider Public Service or in a body wholly or mainly funded from public moneys. The same prohibition on re-employment applies under the VRS, except that the prohibition is for a period of 7 years. People who availed of the VER scheme are not eligible to compete in this competition. People who availed of the VRS scheme and who may be successful in this competition will have to prove their eligibility (expiry of period of non-eligibility). Department of Housing, Planning, Community & Local Government (Circular Letter LG(P) 06/2013) The Department of Environment, Community & Local Government Circular Letter LG(P) 06/2013 introduced a Voluntary Redundancy Scheme for Local Authorities. In accordance with the terms of the Collective Agreement: Redundancy Payments to Public Servants dated 28 June 2012 as detailed above, it is a specific condition of that VER Scheme that persons will not be eligible for re-employment in any Public Service body [as defined by the Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Acts 2009 – 2011 and the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012] for a period of 2 years from their date of departure under this Scheme. These conditions also apply in the case of engagement/employment on a contract for service basis (either as a contractor or as an employee of a contractor). The appointment is subject to the Civil Service Regulation Acts 1956 to 2005, the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004, and any other Act for the time being in force relating to the Civil Service. Part 1 - Conditions which particularly apply to this position Pay Personal Pension Contribution (PPC) Pay Scale 1st January 2024 is EO equivalent and is as follows: €35,687 €37,589 €38,663 €40,759 €42,638 €44,455 €46,266 €48,039 €49,830 €51,581 €53,440 €54,685 €56,461 (LSI1) €58,251(LSI2) The PPC pay rate applies when the individual is required to pay a Personal Pension Contribution (otherwise known as a main scheme contribution) in accordance with the rules of their main/personal superannuation scheme. This is different to a contribution in respect of membership of a Spouses’ and Children’s scheme, or the Additional Superannuation Contributions (ASC). A different rate will apply where the appointee is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution. Long service increments may be payable after 3(LSI1) and 6(LSI2) years satisfactory service at the maximum of the scale. Important Note Entry will be at the minimum of the scale and the rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation and may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Different terms and conditions may apply if you are a currently serving civil or public servant. Subject to satisfactory performance increments may be payable in line will current Government Policy. Payment will be made fortnightly in arrears by Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) into a bank account of your choice. Payment cannot be made until a bank account number and bank sort code has been supplied on appointment and statutory deductions from salary will be made as appropriate. You will agree that any overpayment of salary, allowances, or expenses will be repaid by you in accordance with Circular 07/2018: Recovery of Salary, Allowances, and Expenses Overpayments made to Staff Members/Former Staff Members/Pensioners. Annual Leave The appointee will be entitled to 23 days annual leave a year rising to 24 days a year after 5 years’ service, 25 days after 10 years’ service, 26 days after 12 years’ service and 27 days after 14 years’ service. This leave is exclusive of public holidays. Hours of Attendance Hours of attendance will be fixed from time to time but will amount to not less than 41 hours and 15 minutes gross and 35 hours net per week. Extra attendance will be compensated as set out in the requirements of Circular 14/2014. Location The officer’s headquarters will be within their sector or as may be designated from time to time by the Head of the Department. When absent from home and headquarters on duty the appointee will be paid travel expenses subject to standard Civil Service practices. Part II - Conditions which apply generally to this position Tenure & Probation The appointment is to an established position on a probationary contract in the Civil Service. The probationary contract will be for a period of one year from the date of appointment. During the period of the probationary contract, the appointee’s performance will be subject to review by the appropriate supervisor(s) to determine whether the officer: (i) Has performed in a satisfactory manner, and (ii) Has been satisfactory in general conduct, and (iii) Is suitable from the viewpoint of health with particular regard to sick leave. Prior to completion of the probationary contract a decision will be made as to whether or not the appointee will be retained pursuant to Section 5A (2) Civil Service Regulations Acts 1956-2005. This decision will be based on the appointee’s performance assessed against the criteria set out in (i) to (iii) above. The details of the probationary process will be explained to the appointee by the Department of Transport. A copy of Department of Public Expenditure and Reform guidelines on probation will also be made available to the appointee. Notwithstanding the preceding paragraphs in this section, the probationary contract may be terminated at any time prior to the expiry of the term of the contract by either side in accordance with the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts, 1973 to 2005. In the following circumstances your contract may be extended, and your probation period suspended. • The probationary period stands suspended when an employee is absent due to Maternity or Adoptive Leave. • In relation to an employee absent on Parental Leave or Carers Leave, the employer may require probation to be suspended if the absence is not considered to be consistent with the continuation of the probation. • Probation may be suspended in cases such as absence due to a non-recurring illness, and • Any other statutory provision providing that probation shall - (i) stand suspended during an employee’s absence from work, and (ii) be completed by the employee on the employees return from work after such absence. Where probation is suspended the employer should notify the employee of the circumstances relating to the suspension. All appointees will serve a one-year probationary period. If an appointee who fails to satisfy the conditions of probation has been a serving civil servant immediately prior to their appointment from this competition, the issue of reversion will normally arise. In the event of reversion, an officer will return to a vacancy in their former grade in their former Department. Duties The appointee will be required to perform any duties appropriate to the position, which may be assigned from time to time. Travel, both within their sector, and potentially the other five sectors, will be required. When absent from home and headquarters on duty the appointee will be paid travel expenses subject to standard Civil Service practices.
Sales Assistant, Citywest
Job Description Dunnes Stores is Ireland’s leading retailer positioned at the cutting edge of food and fashion retailing. We have stores in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Spain and are expanding our service and product offer all the time. At Dunnes Stores, we pride ourselves in delivering outstanding service and quality products whether it is food or fashion. We strive for excellence in all that we do, be it our award winning Simply Better Food range, our Baxter and Green Market Deli or our collaborations with some of Irelands best Fashion and Homewares designers. Dunnes Stores offers a unique opportunity to work alongside one of the most dynamic retailers in Ireland. We are currently looking to recruit vibrant, passionate individuals into the role of Sales assistants. Our Sales Assistants have excellent product knowledge, provide outstanding customer service, and above all else are passionate about retail. Suitable candidates should have some experience of working in a customer facing environment, be motivated, have excellent customer care skills, be confident communicators and have a passion for helping people. As a Sales Assistant you should be willing to learn and develop yourself, have a desire to succeed and to contribute to our positive team environment aswell as promoting our unique brand. Key Skills Dunnes Stores is an equal opportunities employer
Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist
Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2023. We are currently seeking a highly-motivated Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist (Postural and Motor Management) to join our team in CHO6, Dublin South/South East. Contract Type: This is a permanent, full time contract. Contract Hours: 35 hours per week. Salary Scale: €59,258 to €69,068 pro rata per annum. This pay scale is subject to increases in 2024 in accordance with the recent WRC interim agreement (Ref CAM -100101-22) towards enhanced pay adjustments in Section 39 organisations. Overview of the Post: To provide a high standard of Occupational Therapy services, including advanced and specialised interventions, to support the therapists, service users and families in CHO6. The post holder will act as a positive and supportive team leader in their specialism, using their clinical reasoning skills to provide specialist support and advice to colleagues to support the development of their knowledge and skills, whilst maintaining a clinical caseload on the Children’s Disability Network Team. The post holder will also participate in ongoing audit and appropriate work-related research/evaluation projects in areas relevant to their clinical field. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: 1. Professional/Clinical Qualifications and Experience: · Identify and prioritise the requirements of the service within a constantly changing environment. · Oversee, monitor and uphold the standards of professional practice through clinical audit, supervision and training. · Operate within the scope of Occupational Therapy practice as per CORU requirements and in accordance with local guidelines. · Be responsible for a clinical caseload which is managed and prioritised efficiently and effectively. · Demonstrates advanced clinical experience, knowledge reasoning and skills in the assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation and modification of treatment programmes in the specialist clinical area. · Demonstrates knowledge of a range of assessment and intervention approaches relevant to children 0 – 18 years with a range of disabilities. · Ensure a high standard of occupational therapy assessment, treatment and management is provided for service users. · To assess, develop and implement occupational therapy treatment for the specialist caseload, and to provide advice in specialist field. · Keep abreast of research and practice developments in relevant clinical area(s); advise on and introduce improvements/changes to work practices, procedures, techniques or technology in light of new developments. · Communicate with other Clinical Specialists nationally and internationally to further develop clinical excellence and research. · Act as an advanced clinical advisor in the specialist clinical area(s) to occupational therapists and other health care professionals regarding the management of complex cases. · Keep accurate written and/or electronic records on the assessment, treatment, outcome and other information relevant to service users. · Ensure the privacy and dignity of the service user is respected at all times. · Serve on and provide specialist advice to committees/working groups that may be set up relevant to the area of clinical speciality. · Participate in relevant service and professional meetings. · To have effective communication with all other centre personnel and with external medical personnel from other agencies/units. · Support any appropriate research in developing the centres evidence-based practice. · Use evidence-based practice, audit, and outcome measures and published research to inform, measure and evaluate your own work and current practice. · Take part in and support any relevant audit and research activity. · Promote the profile of the speciality and profession locally, nationally and internationally. · Demonstrate effective planning/preparation for meetings, case conferences, in-services training etc. · Develop, introduce and promote initiatives that will ensure professional practice. · Identify service development needs and communicating these needs to all relevant stakeholders. · Contribute professional expertise to wider organisation initiatives/committees/steering groups at local, national and international levels. 2. Professional Knowledge & Training: · Maintain standards of practice and levels of professional knowledge by participating in continuous professional development initiatives and attending courses as appropriate. · Engage in professional clinical occupational therapist supervision and in peer support with occupational therapist colleagues. · Ensure newly qualified therapists have adequate induction and clinical supervision, and assist in implementing annual staff development and performance review. · Be responsible, in partnership with local management, for the practice education of student therapists through provision of placements and through support for therapists who are practice educators within their departments. · Critically evaluate relevant literature and the incorporation of this into evidence based practice in all areas e.g. clinical guidelines and standards, assessment, treatment etc. · Monitor and evaluate effectiveness of interventions and modify accordingly where the evidence base is incomplete. · Disseminate available evidence based information to influence the clinical practice of all staff within the area of responsibility. · Participate in mandatory training programmes. · Facilitate integration of the most up to date research theory into practice. · Promote and demonstrate best practice at all times. 3. Quality, Health & Safety and Risk: · Develop and monitor implementation of agreed policies, procedures and safe professional practice by adhering to relevant legislation, regulations and standards. · Ensure the safety of self and others, and the maintenance of safe environments and equipment used in Occupational Therapy in accordance with legislation. · Assess and manage risk in their assigned area(s) of responsibility. · Take the appropriate timely action to manage any incidents or near misses within their assigned area(s). · Report any deficiency/danger in any aspect of the service to the team or manager as appropriate. · Develop and promote quality standards of work and co-operate with quality assurance programmes. · Develop and implement service/business plans, quality initiatives audits etc., and report on outcomes in collaboration with line manager and other stakeholders. · Provide a flexible service that is responsive to service user needs in the context of available resources. · Understand and promote the role of their service area and their department within the larger organisation. · Coordinate the collection and analysis of statistical information and participate in service audits as per service guidelines. 4. Leadership and Service Development: · Identify changing needs and opportunities to improve services in the organisation and wider health care structure. · Identify and prioritize the requirements of change within their service area, organisation and the wider health care structure. · Drive change and promote and encourage others when implementing change. · Challenge the standards of quality and efficiency in service provision and strive to find ways in which standards of care can be improved. · Develop and implement new service initiatives in collaboration with line manager and other appropriate stakeholders (e.g. MDT, national organisations etc.). · Promote their area as a centre of excellence in a specific speciality. 5. Research: · Understand the principles of research and research methodology which underpin an analytical approach to clinical practice. · Lead, facilitate and/or participate in research projects relevant to their specialism at a local level. · Engage with all the relevant stakeholders in respect of research issues (Research Hub, HRB etc). · Lead the dissemination of the findings both locally and in the wider health care arena at professional and national conferences etc. · Explore innovative ways for them and/or their team to contribute to research in their clinical area. · Write up research, case studies, and critical reviews for publication in peer reviewed journals/publications in the clinical field. · Identify gaps in the evidence base and initiate/facilitate research to enhance evidence based practice locally, nationally and internationally. · Lead and facilitate research projects relevant to their specialism at a national and international level. 6. Management: · Be responsible for the co-ordination and delivery of service in designated area(s). · Review and allocate resources within the designated area, in collaboration with relevant others. · Develop and implement strategic service and business plans, quality initiatives, audits etc. based on up to date evidence-based practice and report on outcomes. · Foster and lead a culture and practice of evaluating service outcomes, data collection, and implementation of quality improvement initiatives as appropriate. · Oversee the upkeep of accurate records in line with best clinical governance, organisational requirements and relevant legislation e.g. FOI, GDPR. · Record, collate and submit statistics, including key performance indicators, within agreed timeframes. · Promote good team working, and a culture that values diversity. · Work within the multidisciplinary team and liaise with staff to ensure effective communication. · Liaise with the relevant manager regarding the needs, interests and views of Occupational Therapy staff. · Represent the department/team at meetings and conferences as appropriate. · Engage in IT developments as they apply to service user and service administration. · Keep up to date with developments within the Health Service. 7. Additional Duties & Responsibilities: · The early identification of abnormal movement patterns, and awareness of environmental, sensory and social factors which may impact on long term global development. · The education of parents, carers and staff in the positioning, handling and care of the baby. · Providing Enhanced Surveillance Programmes when the baby graduates from NICU. This applies to not just premature babies, but all ‘at risk’ babies. · Follow-up clinics for orthopaedic and MSK and review and treatment. · Assessing and treating other children who present with developmental delay who may need long term intervention. Liaise with the appropriate community based services to plan and deliver care. · Leading and developing a service to children under the care of paediatric neurologist and neurodevelopmental consultants. The successful candidate will have: Essential Criteria: 1. Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc: (a) Candidates for appointment must: (i) Be registered, or be eligible for registration, on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU. AND (ii) Have five years full time (or equivalent) years post qualification clinical experience of which four years full time (or equivalent) must be consecutive in the required area of specialism. AND (iii) Demonstrate a proven record of clinical excellence. AND (iv) Professional Development and Practice Candidates must demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development relevant to the required area of specialism, in the form of post-graduate qualifications or relevant courses. AND Candidates must demonstrate achievement in the areas of clinical audit, quality improvement initiatives, practice development, teaching and research. AND (v) Have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability, management, leadership and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. AND (vi) Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employment can be issued. 2. Annual Registration: (i) On appointment practitioners must maintain annual registration on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU. AND (ii) Practitioners must confirm annual registration with CORU to Enable Ireland. If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including: · Excellent training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · Long service reward scheme · Pay adjusted Maternity Leave · Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave · Pay adjusted Paternity Leave · Wellbeing benefits · Pension For a full list of our benefits & conditions, please click on the Employee Benefits link below: https://www.enableireland.ie/about-us/careers/employee-benefits What now? To apply, please download the job description and person specification from below for your information and complete the application form. For queries relating to the post, please contact Alexandra Swift by email at HRSandymount@enableireland.ie For technical support with Rezoomo, please use the chat feature located on the bottom right of the screen. Closing date for applications: 13th May 2024 A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months. Enable Ireland is an equal opportunities employer. · The post will be subject to reference checks and may be subject to Garda vetting/police clearance, as relevant. · Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. · Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community. · The above information serves only as a guide to the advertised position. Enable Ireland, at its discretion, reserves the right to change this prior to appointment. · Please review the Enable Ireland’s External Data Protection Notice available at https://www.enableireland.ie/privacy-policy for details on how Enable Ireland processes applicant’s personal information. Please note if you are invited for interview, we will share your personal data with: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy
