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Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) serves the entire community, a population of 1.9 million in an area of over 5,500 square miles. NIFRS has a proud tradition and history of serving the community with distinction. NIFRS wish to invite applications for the following role: Mechanical Engineering Technician - Job Ref N195/09/2025 Three fixed term posts for a duration of 3 years The Mechanical Engineering Technician (MET) is responsible for the Inspection, diagnostics, planned maintenance, emergency repair, bodywork, Coach building and modification to all vehicles and equipment within the NIFRS fleet of Vehicles and Operational equipment. The MET will be expected to work across differing trade disciplines in carrying out their role. Hours of work; Currently 36¼ hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 4.00pm. A Flexible Working Hours Scheme is in operation. In view of the level of this appointment, the post holder will be required to participate in the Regional Engineering on call Rota which involves working antisocial hours including weekends and late nights in order to support emergency response operations. There is currently three fixed term posts (for a duration of three years). Posts are based at NIFRS Service Support Centre, 99 Boucher Crescent, Belfast, BT12 6HU. This recruitment and selection process will also be used to fill future vacancies, a reserve list will be created for 12 months should any additional permanent or fixed term vacancies arise (offers of posts will be made in merit order). Salary The salary is SO2. The salary range is currently £36,124 - £37,938 per annum (Under Review). All the information that you need in order to apply is provided in the candidate information pack. However, if you have any queries or require any further information please email: nifrs.recruitment@nifrs.org or telephone 028 9266 4221. Candidates should apply online and the closing date for applications is 12:00 noon on Friday 03 October 2025. We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons, irrespective of age, gender, race, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, dependants, religion or political opinion. NIFRS is currently under represented by women and those from the Roman Catholic Community, applications from these groups are particularly welcome. Appointment will be made solely on merit.
Equipment Engineering Technician
Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) serves the entire community, a population of 1.9 million in an area of over 5,500 square miles. NIFRS has a proud tradition and history of serving the community with distinction. NIFRS wish to invite applications for the following role: Equipment Engineering Technicinan - Job Ref N192/09/2025 As an Equipment Engineering Technician (EET) as part of the Fleet Mechanical & Engineering teams within the three regional workshops you will ensure service delivery of all specialist operational equipment and specialist firefighting platforms is met at all times. As an Equipment Engineering Technician’s (EET) you will be responsible for the Inspection, diagnostics, planned maitenance, emergency repair, fabrication of parts and modification to all equipment and operational support systems within the NIFRS fleet of Operational equipment and support systems. The EET will be expected to work across differing trade disciplines in carrying out their role. Hours of work; Currently 36¼ hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8.00 am to 4.00 pm. A Flexible Working Hours Scheme is in operation. In view of the level of this appointment, the post holder will be required to work in such a way as to fulfil the obligations of the post. There is currently two permanent posts based at NIFRS Service Support Centre, 99 Boucher Crescent, Belfast, BT12 6HU. This recruitment and selection process will also be used to fill future vacancies, a reserve list will be created for 12 months should any additional permanent or fixed term vacancies arise (offers of posts will be made in merit order). Salary The salary scale is SO2. The salary range is currently £36,124 - £37,938 per annum (Under Review). All the information that you need in order to apply is provided in the candidate information pack. However, if you have any queries or require any further information please email: nifrs.recruitment@nifrs.org, or telephone 028 9266 4221. Candidates should apply online and the closing date for applications is 12:00 noon on Friday, 03 October 2025. We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons, irrespective of age, gender, race, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, dependants, religion or political opinion. NIFRS is currently under represented by women and those from the Roman Catholic Community, applications from these groups are particularly welcome. Appointment will be made solely on merit.
Procurement Advisor
Main Purpose This is a key role in the NIFRS finance team. The post-holder will support the Procurement and Contracts Manager in delivering an efficient and effective procurement & contract management service that ensures NIFRS has access to procure the goods and services required to support the needs of the communities we serve. This is a wide and varied role and the post holder will be responsible for supporting the function through provision of advice and guidance as well as transactional processing and quality assurance of procurement and contract management activity. The post holder will contribute as an integral member of the Finance team to the provision of a modern, professional and responsive financial service to support the purpose, outcomes and values of NIFRS outlined in the diagram below. Summary of Responsibilities Procurement & Contract Management To support the Procurement and Contracts Manager in the provision of an efficient and effective Procurement and Contract management service. To comply with, and support, the NIFRS Procurement Strategy and provide advice to internal stakeholders on all procurement matters including tendering, quotations, contract management and procurement legislation. To support and deliver the day to day procurement and contract management functions and maintain relationships with NIFRS Centres of Procurement Expertise (CoPE) Business Services Organisation (BSO) Procurement and Logistics Service (PaLS) and Central Procurement Directorate (CPD). To liaise with the relevant CoPE organisations regarding procurements to ensure effective planning and management of tenders. To assist in Procurement Awareness training as required for internal stakeholders. Complete procurement of goods through compliant routes to deliver Value for Money solutions within the public procurement policy, legal and accountability frameworks. To assist in fulfilling and monitoring Key Performance Indicators for NIFRS Procurement Function to demonstrate positive performance of service. To exercise judgement or discretion within a framework of rule, practice and precedent to identify and select the most appropriate course of action from a range of options within a procurement and contract management setting. Collation, analysis and interpretation of spend information from numerous sources in order to identify efficiencies, procurement and contract improvements. To provide procurement & contract management advice to internal contract managers and day-to-day assistance with the operational management of contracts, including service level agreements (SLA’s). Ensure supplier performance is proactively monitored, contract Management Information is analysed and relevant reports on contractor performance and analytics is documented. Lead, conduct and participate in contract review meetings with NIFRS Contractors/Suppliers. Ensure that all complaints are dealt with promptly and effectively to resolution. To manage all Contract and Procurement queries to ensure timely and informative responses to all stakeholders. To approve orders when required in line with delegated Procurement authority limits following accuracy and validity checking. To assist with the invoice clearing process within the e-procurement system. To approve the addition of goods/services onto the e-procurement system, in accordance with NIFRS policies. To provide the necessary information to facilitate completion of all statutory/regulatory returns and requests for information from the sponsor body. Run regular system reports to monitor Contract and Non Contract Spend and update the Contract Management database to ensure compliance with control limits. Assist the Procure to Pay Team in the approval of requisitions to ensure spend is compliant. To provide final quality assurance of Procure to Pay procurement-related transactional processing. Governance, Data & Information Assurance To assist with the effective implementation of an assurance & accountability framework for procurement activities. Maintain a sound knowledge and understanding of relevant Legislation, Procurement Guidance Notices, policies and processes applicable to NIFRS and extend knowledge to procurement staff via research and dissemination of relevant material. To advise internal stakeholders on the NIFRS procurement strategy, policy and procedures that reflect compliance with NI Executive Direction and Procurement best practice. Responsibility for handling sensitive personal data and ensuring that the requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) are met. Maintaining the records management framework of procurement records including electronic and manual retention and disposal in line with GDPR and Record Retention Policies. Assist the Procurement and Contracts Manager in ensuring the accurate and timely provision of financial information for external release, as requested under Freedom of Information, Assembly Questions and by Legal Representatives and Statutory Bodies. Assist the Procurement and Contracts Manager in preparing documentation for internal and external audit, Freedom of Information requests, Assembly Questions and other external parties where appropriate, ensuring the accurate and timely provision of information as requested. Ensure the accurate and timely provision of procurement information as requested by other Departments by review and quality assurance. Recording and reporting of fraud or potential fraud in line with Policy to ensure compliance with National Fraud Initiative. To maintain and enhance corporate governance, by ensuring high standards of financial administration, probity and control. Systems and Service Improvement Assist the Procure to Pay Team in the administration and maintenance of new and existing Contracts within the e-procurement system in line with NIFRS Policies. Assist in ensuring that systems are functioning correctly and where necessary identify issues and liaise internally or externally as required to resolve. Support the development of innovative and effective systems and procedures to achieve continuous improvement, customer journey improvements and improved reporting suite and lead on implementation where appropriate. Engage proactively in the NIFRS Service Improvement Programme by assisting on the modernisation of procurement and contract management systems and processes; supporting the migration into new systems and processes which will include taking ownership of some operational change implementation. People Management Maintain good working relationships with team members as well as within the wider finance department and organisation. Provide and participate in the training of existing and new staff on all relevant legislation, policies, processes and procedures and the general running of the office. Assist the Accounts Team Manager in supporting the Procure to Pay Administrators to carry out their Procurement tasks. General Responsibilities To prepare appropriate business cases, tenders and quotations, in line with financial and procurement regulations, policies and procedures and corporate timescales. To provide a high level of internal and external customer service including taking ownership of customer queries and complaints and following issues through to completion. To ensure continued and effective working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders including Senior Management and the Department of Health. To deputise for the Procurement and Contracts Manager as required to ensure resilience as far as practicable. Develop and maintain a knowledge of the Accounts Payable function and relevant guidance to enable provision of support and resilience to the Procure to Pay Administrators when necessary. To undertake the duties in such a way as to enhance and protect the reputation and public profile of NIFRS. To comply with, and enforce, all NIFRS frameworks, policies and procedures, including but not limited to those relating to legal requirements such as equality, health and safety and information governance. To direct and signpost managers and officers to the appropriate source for issues outside the remit of this post. To undertake project work as directed by the Procurement and Contracts Manager using the principles of good project management. To participate as directed in the NIFRS recruitment and selection procedures, in line with NIFRS Code of Practice on Recruitment and Selection. To undertake any other duties which may be assigned to meet organisational need and the change agenda and which are reasonably regarded as within the nature of the duties, responsibilities and grade of the post as defined. Person Specification Knowledge, Skills and Experience Possess a minimum of an HNC or equivalent* qualification in a relevant discipline e.g. finance, business management, governance; AND Have a minimum of two years’** demonstrable experience working in a procurement environment within a large*** organisation. OR Possess at least 5 GCSEs at Grades A* - C / 9 - 4 (or equivalent*) including English Language and Mathematics; AND Have a minimum of four year’s** demonstrable experience working in a procurement environment within a large*** organisation. Can demonstrate: Excellent planning and delivery of high quality work with excellent attention to detail; Excellent management of working relationships skills and the ability to influence management; Experience in the use of Information Technology systems including Microsoft Office Suite, and management information/Finance systems. Demonstrate your knowledge in relation to procurement and the procurement lifecycle to include procurement legislation applicable to Public Sector. Other Requirements Possess a full, current UK driving licence or have access to a form of transport which enables them to fulfil the full requirements of the job.
Assistant Director Of Services, Per Week
KERRY PARENTS AND FRIENDS ASSOCIATION is a voluntary organisation committed to the delivery of life enhancing services and supports, responding to needs, wishes, and choices of people with an intellectual disability, connected to support networks in their communities. In our work with people and families, we endeavour to deliver our supports in a person and family centred way. All those who work for and on behalf of the Association, and those who use our services, have a right to be treated with dignity, courtesy and respect at all times. ************************************************************************************************ As a Section 39 organisation, KPFA operates its own pay scales. Annual increments are awarded up to the maximum point of the relevant scale. **************************************************************************************** Applications are invited for the following position Post: Assistant Director of Services (ADOS) Day Services, Outreach and Home Support Services County-wide Contract: Fixed-Term/Full-Time – 37 hrs per week Location: The Old Monastery, Port Road, Killarney ( This role will require travel to all KPFA locations throughout County Kerry) Roster: Mon - Thurs: 09:00 - 17:00 / Fri: 09:00 - 16:30 *Rosters may be subject to change due to the operational requirements of the service* Overview of the Role The ADOS is a senior leadership role within the Association, responsible for overseeing and supporting the delivery of high quality, rights-based, person centred services for adults with intellectual disabilities. This role ensures compliance with HIQA regulations, the New Directions policy framework, the UNCRPD, the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act 2015, the National Consent Policy, and other relevant legislation, while fostering a culture of inclusion, empowerment, safeguarding, and continuous improvement. The ADOS has operational responsibility for a designated number of services and directly supervises Persons in Charge (PICs) and Centre Managers, ensuring effective service delivery, staff management, and optimal use of resources. Cross-cover by ADOS colleagues will be provided as needed to maintain service continuity. In the absence of the Director of Services, the ADOS ensures the continued safe and effective operation of all services. Key Responsibilities: Employee Benefits: Sick Pay Scheme, Paid Maternity Leave, Flexible Working, Employee Assistance Programme, Pension Scheme, Parking, Generous Annual Leave, Access to income continuance scheme, Discounted Health Insurance and Access to training. For informal queries, please contact the Director of Services, Bernice Costello at 064-6632742 or by email to bernice.costello@kpfa.ie (A panel may be formed from which future vacancies for the Services Department may be filled up to the 31st of December 2025) *In relation to offers of employment, evidence of relevant employment experience must be clearly detailed in your CV. Failure to provide this information, along with a satisfactorily completed verification of service form before an agreed start date, will result in placement at Point 1 of the applicable scale. Incremental credit will only be applied from the date correct documents are submitted.* Canvassing Any attempt by candidates or others acting on their behalf, directly or indirectly, through written communication or any other means, to canvass or influence in the candidate's favour any staff member of Kerry Parents and Friends Association, or any individual involved in interviewing or evaluating applicants, will result in the candidate's automatic disqualification from the position. Kerry Parents and Friends Association is an equal opportunities employer
Analytical Administration Assistant
SELECTION CRITERIA Essential Criteria Candidates possessing all of the essential criteria as outlined in the relevant job description/person specification will be deemed eligible to apply for the position. It is therefore essential that applicants provide sufficient details, clearly demonstrating by way of example, how and to what extent they meet these requirements. Applications will also be considered from applicants with relevant formal qualifications considered by the selection panel to be of an equivalent or higher standard to those required for the relevant role. If putting forward an equivalent qualification, please clearly detail the type of qualification and how an equivalency has been justified. If a candidate believes a qualification to be equivalent to the one required, the onus is on the candidate to provide the panel with the details of modules studied etc., so that a well-informed decision can be made. All claimed equivalencies will, where possible, be verified in conjunction with the appropriate framework. Desirable Criteria In addition applicants should be aware that following the essential criteria based eligibility sift, should it be necessary to further shortlist candidates to progress to the next stage of the selection process, desirable shortlisting criteria will be used as defined within the person specification. It is therefore essential that applicants provide sufficient details, clearly demonstrating by way of example, how and to what extent they meet these requirements. Important Information All applicants must ensure that all relevant qualifications, experience and key skills, both essential and desirable, are clearly detailed by way of example within the application submitted. The selection panel will not make assumptions from the title of the applicant’s post or the nature of the organisation as to the skills and experience gained. Consequently it is not sufficient to simply list your duties and responsibilities. If sufficient detail regarding how both the essential and desirable criteria is met is not provided within the submitted application, the application may be rejected by the selection panel. Please note that the details provided in a submitted application form (qualifications, experience, key skills) are the only basis from which the selection panel will determine eligibility for the post. Only those applicants who appear from the information available at the closing date, to have met the essential and, if appropriate, desirable criteria will be progressed to the next stage of the selection process. Salary and Benefits Salary Role Dependent Almac offers generous and flexible industry competitive salaries and benefits packages. We regularly benchmark such packages against those of other relevant companies in order to ensure that they remain competitive. Relocation Assistance Where Applicable Attracting talented appointees to Almac enables us to meet our continuously evolving global business needs. Where applicable, relocations are seen as a business necessity vital to the achievement of business aims, whilst providing valuable career enhancement opportunities for high calibre appointees. Annual Leave Entitlement The holiday year runs from 01 January to 31 December each year. All employees, unless otherwise advised, are entitled to receive a total of 6.8 weeks paid leave per annum. Pension Scheme Almac believes in assisting employees in making adequate financial preparation for their future. Consequently we offer all employees the opportunity to plan for their retirement through flexible pension plan options. Work/Life Balance Almac have a number of policies in place to assist employees in maintaining and improving their work life balance and general wellbeing:
Social Care Worker
Social Care Worker - Residential Fixed term contract Ashford, Co. Wicklow Job reference: SCW_PADDFT_1909 Essential criteria for the position of Social Care Worker: Full Job Specification available on request
Interim Discipline Manager, Principal Psychologist
Interim Discipline Manager, Principal Psychologist, Children's Disability Network Teams Full-time 12 month Fixed Term Contract (1 WTE 35 hours) The Children’s Disability Network Manager (CDNM) is the Operational Line Manager for the Children’s Disability Network Team (CDNT). The Interim Principal Psychologist will work in collaboration with CDNMs in the Health Region and other Discipline Managers in CDNTS, Primary Care and CAMHS to ensure particular elements as set out in this Job Specification and that emerge as service priorities are progressed. The Interim Prinicipal Psychologist is appointed to provide professional leadership, guidance, and support to Psychology staff within a multidisciplinary service model. Their service focuses on developing high-quality, integrated services for children with complex needs and their families, ensuring professional standards are maintained, and collaborating with other key services like Primary Care and CAMHS. The Interim Principal Psychologist will facilitate continuous quality improvement, manage clinical pathways, contribute to the development of policies and procedures, and provide support in managing issues such as referral intake, caseloads, and staff development. The main focus of the role initially will be continuous improvement, clinical governance and service development and the role will report to the Kaizen Lead as part of the Kaizen Promotion Office. This is also an exciting opportunity for professional development with specific training provided to support you in this role in Lean methodology. The CRC recently launched its new strategy, refreshed purpose, and bold ambitions for services. This includes a continuing programme of transformation and change to deliver equity of service in line with Strategic Priority 1 and our values. This is an exciting opportunity to realise quality services that meet the needs of children with complex disabilities, aligned with national policy. The successful candidate will have the following essential requirements: It must be clearly demonstrated in your CV and supporting statement how you meet the required skills, competencies and knowledge for the post. Department of Health Salary Scale apply, Prinicipal Psychologist Grade 3727 (current salary €114,961 - €133,271). Please click the Apply Now button. Informal enquires to Orla Clancy (Head of Children's Services) at oclancy@crc.ie. A panel will be created from this campaign from which current and future permanent, specified purpose, whole-time and part-time posts for CRC Children’s Disability Services will be filled. Data Protection: Please refer to crc_job_application_privacy_notice.pdf to learn more about how we handle your personal data and the rights that you have during the recruitment cycle. This role is subject to HSE Approval. We reserve the right to close this competition early if we receive a very high volume of applications. #CR
Interim Discipline Manager, Speech And Language Therapy
Interim Discipline Manager, Speech & Language , Children's Disability Network Teams Full-time 12 month Fixed Term Contract (WTE 1) The Children’s Disability Network Manager (CDNM) is the Operational Line Manager for the Children’s Disability Network Team (CDNT). The Interim Speech & Language Therapist Manager will work in collaboration with CDNMs in the Health Region and other Discipline Managers in CDNTS, Primary Care and CAMHS to ensure particular elements as set out in this Job Specification and that emerge as service priorities are progressed. The Interim Speech & Language Therapist Manager (ISLTM) is appointed to provide professional leadership, guidance, and support to Speech & LanguageTherapy staff within a multidisciplinary service model. Their service focuses on developing high-quality, integrated services for children with complex needs and their families, ensuring professional standards are maintained, and collaborating with other key services like Primary Care and CAMHS. The ISLTM will facilitate continuous quality improvement, manage clinical pathways, contribute to the development of policies and procedures, and provide support in managing issues such as referral intake, caseloads, and staff development. The main focus of the role initially will be continuous improvement, clinical governance and service development and the role will report to the Kaizen Lead as part of the Kaizen Promotion Office. This is also an exciting opportunity for professional development with specific training provided to support you in this role in Lean methodology. The CRC recently launched its new strategy, refreshed purpose, and bold ambitions for services. This includes a continuing programme of transformation and change to deliver equity of service in line with Strategic Priority 1 and our values. This is an exciting opportunity to realise quality services that meet the needs of children with complex disabilities, aligned with national policy. The successful candidate will have the following essential requirements: It must be clearly demonstrated in your CV and supporting statement how you meet the required skills, competencies and knowledge for the post. Department of Health Salary Scale apply, Speech & Language Therapy Manager Grade 3468 (€77,044 - €92,491). Please click the apply now button. Informal enquires to Orla Clancy (Head of Children's Services) at oclancy@crc.ie. A panel will be created from this campaign from which current and future permanent, specified purpose, whole-time and part-time posts for CRC Children’s Disability Services will be filled. Data Protection: Please refer to crc_job_application_privacy_notice.pdf to learn more about how we handle your personal data and the rights that you have during the recruitment cycle. This role is subject to HSE Approval. We reserve the right to close this competition early if we receive a very high volume of applications. #CR
Interim Discipline Manager, Occupational Therapy
Interim Discipline Manager, Occupational Therapy , Children's Disability Network Teams Part-time 12 month Fixed Term Contract (wte 0.5) The Children’s Disability Network Manager (CDNM) is the Operational Line Manager for the Children’s Disability Network Team (CDNT). The Interim Occupational Therapist Manager will work in collaboration with CDNMs in the Health Region and other Discipline Managers in CDNTS, Primary Care and CAMHS to ensure particular elements as set out in this Job Specification and that emerge as service priorities are progressed. The Interim Occupational Therapist Manager (IOTM) is appointed to provide professional leadership, guidance, and support to Occupational Therapy staff within a multidisciplinary service model. Their service focuses on developing high-quality, integrated services for children with complex needs and their families, ensuring professional standards are maintained, and collaborating with other key services like Primary Care and CAMHS. The IOTM will facilitate continuous quality improvement, manage clinical pathways, contribute to the development of policies and procedures, and provide support in managing issues such as referral intake, caseloads, and staff development. The main focus of the role initially will be continuous improvement, clinical governance and service development and the role will report to the Kaizen Lead as part of the Kaizen Promotion Office. This is also an exciting opportunity for professional development with specific training provided to support you in this role in Lean methodology. The CRC recently launched its new strategy, refreshed purpose, and bold ambitions for services. This includes a continuing programme of transformation and change to deliver equity of service in line with Strategic Priority 1 and our values. This is an exciting opportunity to realise quality services that meet the needs of children with complex disabilities, aligned with national policy. The successful candidate will have the following essential requirements: It must be clearly demonstrated in your CV and supporting statement how you meet the required skills, competencies and knowledge for the post. Department of Health Salary Scale apply, Occupational Therapy Manager (€77,044 - €92,491). Please click the apply now button. Informal enquires to Orla Clancy (Head of Children's Services) at oclancy@crc.ie. A panel will be created from this campaign from which current and future permanent, specified purpose, whole-time and part-time posts for CRC Children’s Disability Services will be filled. Data Protection: Please refer to crc_job_application_privacy_notice.pdf to learn more about how we handle your personal data and the rights that you have during the recruitment cycle. This role is subject to HSE Approval. We reserve the right to close this competition early if we receive a very high volume of applications. #CR
Placement Engineer
Job Type: Full Time, Fixed Term Placement Year Company Overview Lagan MEICA Ltd is a leading specialist in process, mechanical, electrical, and automation engineering, delivering comprehensive design, installation, and commissioning services across a range of disciplines. With a broad range of in-house expertise, we offer fully integrated turnkey solutions setting us apart from our competitors. How you’ll Develop Our Engineers have exceptional skills and knowledge, and at first you will be assigned to shadow one of them as your mentor. Your mentor will provide you with a development plan and will provide you with the opportunities to gain practical, hands-on experience. You will receive support and mentorship, allowing you to put your theory-based learning into practice and explore the “what and how”. This is an excellent opportunity to be involved in exciting contemporary projects, including our Hydrogen and Oxygen demonstrator project. This placement could also lead to further opportunities after graduation. What you’ll do During placement, your key opportunities and duties will include; Your application At Lagan Specialist Contracting Group, we want everyone to feel welcome. That’s why we want you to know that we'll work with you to make the application process as smooth as possible. So please just let us know if you need any adjustments or support – we'll do whatever we can to help. To apply for this post please submit your CV. We wish you every success in your application. LAGAN SPECIALIST CONTRACTING GROUP ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITES EMPLOYER - We will not discriminate against anyone on the grounds of Sex, Pregnancy or maternity, Gender reassignment, Marital or Civil Partnership status, Religious or other similar philosophical belief, Political Opinion, Racial group, Sexual orientation, Disability or Age.
