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Location: Post 1 – Civic Centre, Craigavon, however the post holder may be required to work across any of the main office locations within the Borough. Post 2 – Civic Building, Banbridge, however the post holder may be required to work across any of the main office locations within the Borough. Salary: PO1 SCP 28-31 £37,938 - £40,476 per annum Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday – Friday 9.00 am – 5.00 pm. A flexible working hours’ scheme in operation. The postholder may be required to work additional hours and outside normal working hours to meet the needs of the post. Occasional evening and weekend working will be required including participation in on call rotas relevant to the function. Duration: Post 1: Fixed term contract for 12 months, may be extended Post 2: Fixed term contract until 31 March 2026, may be extended JOB PURPOSE: To protect and promote the health and wellbeing of those who live in, work in and visit the Borough and to contribute to their quality of life by enforcing all relevant statutory provisions e.g. consumer protection, environmental protection, food control, health and safety, housing and public health. The post holder will also be required to identify information needs within the business and residential community relating to Environmental Health matters; to devise, plan and participate in training and information campaigns to promote awareness of legislative requirements and health issues. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Responsible to relevant line manager for the performance of the duties of the post and to collaboratively work as part of a team in the provision of an efficient, effective, economic and equitable Environmental Health Service. 2. Inspect, audit and risk assess premises and work practices which fall within the remit of the Department on a pro-active and re-active basis across the range of Environmental Health functions. Have regard for relevant statutory provisions and Codes of Practice, and where necessary, instigate an appropriate course of action by means of education, persuasion and/or enforcement. 3. Liaise with line manager with regard to complex matters and where necessary in relation to other aspects of ongoing enforcement or educational work. 4. Deal with service requests and all necessary investigations under legislation within the Department which the Council has statutory responsibility. 5. Prepare statutory notices, enforcement actions and prosecution cases in accordance with PACE guidelines and attend Court/other hearings/public enquiries as required. 6. Maintain all relevant management information systems and information /data handling processes in dealing with all requests and communications in accordance with Departmental and Council processes 7. Undertake health and wellbeing initiatives and education as required and provide professional advice to businesses/community in order to contribute to health and wellbeing and environmental enhancement. 8. Contribute to the development and review of effective policies and procedures to achieve continued improvement in service delivery and in quality and customer standards 9. Scrutinise, process and make appropriate comment on planning and other applications and schemes from statutory and non-statutory departments. 10. Support and supervise aspects of training and development for Student Environmental Health Officers and others assigned for training or work experience. 11. Participate in and support collaboration through internal and external working groups/partnerships including multiagency meetings and professional groups as required. 12. Participation in on call duties and rotas relevant to the function as required. 13. Undertake research, training and development so as to maintain and update knowledge of professional, technical and legislative developments within the core functions to compliment experience and ensure authorisation powers pertinent to the post are maintained/enhanced. 14. Undertake any other relevant duties that may be required and are commensurate with the nature and grade of the post. Qualifications and training • A CIEH Accredited degree or diploma (or equivalent) in Environmental Health which entitles the post holder to become a Member of the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health. (Please note relevancy should be clearly demonstrated). Experience • Six months’ experience working in an Environmental Health related discipline Key skills, knowledge and attributes • IT Literacy including use of a range of Windows based packages in a working environment; • Excellent written and oral communication skills; • Ability to work as part of a team; • Ability to organise workload and work under pressure; • The ability to use own initiative; • Analysis and decision making skills; • Excellent organisational skills. Driving • Hold a full current driving license (valid in the UK) and have access to a form of transport or *have access to a form of transport which will permit the applicant to carry out the duties of the post in full. *This relates only to any person who has a disability, which debars them from driving. Working Arrangements/Flexibility 37 hours per week, Monday – Friday 9.00 am – 5.00 pm. A flexible working hours’ scheme in operation. The postholder may be required to work additional hours and outside normal working hours to meet the needs of the post. Occasional evening and weekend working will be required including participation in on call rotas relevant to the function.
Centre Manager
Salary: PO1 SCP 28-31 £37,938 - £40,476 per annum Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday – Friday 9.00 am – 5.00 pm. A flexible working hours scheme in operation. The postholder may be required to work additional hours and outside normal working hours to meet the needs of the post JOB PURPOSE: The Town Centre Manager will demonstrate an understanding of the current issues relating to the retail sector and will assist in the delivery of the Council’s Recovery and Growth Strategic Framework and Action Plan. As the postholder will be required to work effectively with all stakeholders in the towns, a high level of customer service, and an ability to deal with and resolve complex issues facing the city centre and other towns, using personal and professional judgement. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Take responsibility for leading, developing, managing, coordinating and delivering Council’s Town Centre work effectively, with all stakeholders in the towns. 2. Commission and carry out research, which will track, monitor, and evaluate the performance of town centres and neighbourhoods to allow for their continued development. 3. Identify suitable and sustainable development opportunities for the borough, make bids for funding and bring forward appropriate town centre and neighbourhood development projects across the Borough, working within relevant strategies and partners. 4. Lead, develop and promote, in association with other organisations, the city, towns and neighbourhoods within the Council Borough. 5. Identify and apply for sources of income to implement initiatives and actions, which will assist with urban regeneration. 6. Work with all stakeholders to develop the evening economy, market and other urban initiatives to enhance footfall and renew neighbourhoods. 7. Liaise regularly and consult with and coordinate the efforts of various representatives of the business communities in each town including City Centre Management companies, Chambers of Commerce, and statutory agencies, whilst maintaining a co-operative working relationship with all involved. 8. Promote all the sectoral interests in the city, towns and neighbourhoods including commercial, retail, tourism, hospitality and community, and liaise with all stakeholders. 9. Organise events, programmes and projects on a regular basis whereby the sectoral interests in the city, towns and neighbourhoods can work together to promote each other and the Council in an integrated manner. 10. Keep up to date with new developments affecting our city, towns and neighbourhoods and provide advice and information services to Council and its committees. 11. Liaise with the Communications and Design Department to promote the city and other towns effectively through social media and other channels. 12. Establish and maintain monthly retail performance monitoring arrangements and provide a written report to Economic Development and Regeneration Committee and Council. 13. Represent the Council at both internal and external meetings and contribute to the preparation of reports, action plans and strategies. 14. Research, contribute and advise on policy development in city, town and neighbourhood management issues, and keep an active interest in new legislation and trends affecting the Borough. 15. Manage and supervise the work of Project Officers and student placements when required. 16. Undertake any other relevant duties that may be required and are commensurate with the nature and grade of the post. Qualifications and training • A third level qualification (e.g. HNC/HND, Level 4, Degree etc) in line with the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) in a relevant discipline/subject such as Marketing, Business, Event Management etc. (Please note relevancy should be clearly demonstrated.) (https://www.gov.uk/whatdifferent-qualification-levelsmean/list-of-qualification-levels ) *Applicants who do not possess a relevant third level qualification must demonstrate 5 years’ relevant experience as below. Experience • 2 years’ relevant experience to include at least 3 of the following areas: ▪ Project management - to a high quality within budget and timeframes; ▪ Delivery of large scale marketing and PR campaigns; ▪ Partnership working, including working with the public sector; ▪ Working with small businesses; ▪ City/town centre management; ▪ Delivery of large-scale public events; ▪ Grant administration. *Applicants who do not possess a relevant third level qualification must demonstrate 5 years’ relevant experience as above. Key skills, knowledge and attributes • Competent in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) • Excellent Interpersonal, oral and written communication skills; • Excellent organisation skills. Interview Driving • Access to a form of transport which will permit the applicant to carry out the duties of the post in full. Application Working arrangements/flexibility 37 hours per week, Monday – Friday 9.00 am – 5.00 pm. A flexible working hours scheme in operation. The postholder may be required to work additional hours and outside normal working hours to meet the needs of the post.
Quality Assurance Associate
Quality Assurance Associate Location: Craigavon Hours: 37.5 hours per week Salary: Competitive Business Unit : Clinical Services Open To : Internal & External Applicants Ref No.: HRJOB10680 ㅤ The Role The QA Associate will focus on ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and internal procedures through meticulous review of documentation and data. The post holder will review GMP documentation such as executed batch documents, liaising with relevant personnel to resolve discrepancies and ensure accuracy. Review of shipping paperwork from Almac depots, and review and approval of Packaging Specifications on behalf of the customer is also a key responsibility. You will also support continuous improvement by identifying trends and proposing process enhancements, while maintaining detailed records of reviewed documentation to aid resource planning. A key aspect of the role involves providing timely and accurate responses to customer queries and supporting the QA ServiceDesk with documentation approvals and system tasks. The role requires a proactive approach to quality assurance, with an emphasis on customer focus, compliance, and continuous improvement. Full details of the job role can be found in the Job Description attached at the bottom of this job advert. ㅤ Key Requirements You must work 37.5 hours per week. During periods of high-volume work requests this role will require additional coverage beyond normal working hours and it is a condition of your employment that you are able to fulfil this requirement of the role. ㅤ Apply Now Apply online and tailor your CV to outline how you meet the role criteria. Please upload your CV in PDF format where possible. ㅤ Closing Date We will no longer be accepting applications after 5pm on 25 Jun 2025
Commercial Team Leader
Commercial Team Leader Location: Craigavon Hours: 37.5 hours per week Salary: Competitive Business Unit : Pharma Service Open To : Internal & External Applicants Ref No.: HRJOB10732 ㅤ The Role The Commercial Team Leader is tasked with overseeing a team of Relationship Managers, Supply Managers, and Commercial Coordinators, ensuring top-notch management of commercial clients. This role involves recruiting, training, and mentoring staff to achieve high levels of client management and on-time, in-full (OTIF) product supply. The Commercial Team Leader is responsible for managing revenue budgets and client billings, ensuring accurate and prompt charges for all work completed, and including all resources and costs in quotations. They also ensure consistency in project and account management, smooth introduction of new products, and ongoing management of commercial supply and sales order processing. Additionally, the Commercial Team Leader ensures professional and consistent client communication, monitors team performance and workload, and liaises with internal functions to support schedule adherence. They manage client visits, prepare meeting minutes, and follow up on action points. The role includes agreeing on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) with senior management, reporting on client service performance, and maintaining accurate records. The leader also assists in identifying and developing business opportunities within contract manufacturing, packaging, and commercial support. ㅤ Key Requirements ㅤ Apply Now Apply online and tailor your CV to outline how you meet the role criteria. Please upload your CV in PDF format where possible. ㅤ Closing Date We will no longer be accepting applications after 4pm on Friday 20th of June 2025 RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE NOTE: Almac will only accept applications from agencies/business partners that have been invited to work on this role by our Talent Acquisition team. Speculative candidate CV’s received or submitted directly to Hiring Managers will be considered unsolicited and no fee will be payable. Thank you for your cooperation.
Lead Investigator
Lead Investigator Location: Craigavon Hours: 37.5 hours per week Salary: Competitive Business Unit : Clinical Services Open To : Internal & External Applicants Ref No.: HRJOB10689 ㅤ The Role The Lead Investigator plays a pivotal role in upholding the Pharmaceutical Quality Management System by ensuring that Deviations and Complaints (QEs) are thoroughly investigated and resolved through timely and effective Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPAs). This position requires conducting detailed investigations to assess impact, identify root causes using structured analysis tools, and implement measures to prevent recurrence. The Lead Investigator must document findings clearly and concisely using authorized systems, ensuring transparency and compliance with regulatory expectations. In addition to managing investigations, the Lead Investigator is responsible for engaging directly with affected departments, conducting on-site assessments (including travel between CR and DK sites), and facilitating open communication to gather accurate information. The role involves regular updates to management, participation in customer discussions, and collaboration across departments to ensure global alignment on CAPAs. The Lead Investigator is also expected to monitor investigation progress, verify CAPA effectiveness, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives through active participation in team meetings and process enhancement discussions. Full details of the job role can be found in the Job Description attached at the bottom of this job advert. ㅤ Key Requirements Please note further desirable criteria contained within the Job Description attached at the bottom of the job advert. ㅤ Further Information The working pattern for this role is a flex pattern between the hours of 07:00 – 19:00 with a minimum requirement of 5 hours per day. This role will be eligible for hybrid working after successful completion of probation period. ㅤ Apply Now Apply online and tailor your CV to outline how you meet the role criteria. Please upload your CV in PDF format where possible. ㅤ Closing Date We will no longer be accepting applications after 5pm on 25 Jun 2025 ㅤ
HSE Safety Officer
OVERALL ROLE OBJECTIVE: To provide Health and Safety support to the Process Safety Manager within Almac Group. The position is primarily concerned with the implementation of safety policies and procedures within Almac Group. JOB SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: The post holder will: 1. Support the implementation of the safe systems of work which will include regular proactive and reactive monitoring including provision of risk assessments, accident investigation, delivery of training, production and development of Standard Operating Procedures, advice to management, and participation in HSE Committees. 2. Assist in the maintenance of the ISO 45001 & ISO 14001 certification. 3. Assist in the development of emergency planning including maintenance of Fire Risk Assessments, identification and training of First Responders, upkeep of emergency equipment and all associated records. 4. Provide advice and guidance to management and employees on safety issues 5. Implement and monitor compliance with standard operating procedures. 6. Support Risk and COSHH Assessment processes. 7. Carry out regular safety inspections and audits. 8. Liaise with Engineering and Facilities Departments on Contractor arrangements and site projects as required. 9. Understand and follow the Company’s Health and Safety Policy. QUALIFICATIONS Educated to A-Level (or equivalent) standard 5 GCSE’s (or equivalent) including Maths, English and Chemistry NEBOSH certificate (or equivalent) EXPERIENCE Previous Health and Safety experience within an industrial setting KEY SKILLS Excellent attention to detail Effective communication skills Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office packages, to include Word, Excel and Outlook
Shift Plant Chemist
Shift Plant Chemist Location: Craigavon Hours: 40 hours per week. 8 hour rotational shift covering days, evenings and nights. week 1: 23:30 to 08:00, week 2: 15:30 to 00:00; week 3: 07:30 to 16:00 Salary: Competitive Business Unit : Sciences Open To : Internal and External Applicants Ref No.: HRJOB10735 The Role Working as part of the Operations team based in our global headquarters in Craigavon, your main role will be to be the process scale up expert to aid the transfer of small molecule chemical processes from the laboratory into GMP Manufacturing. This will be achieved through close working with the production staff, development chemists, chemical engineering, solid state group, HSE and other supporting departments to ensure that the laboratory chemistry is safe, and suitable for scale up. As part of a busy team within a rapidly growing organisation, operating within a challenging industry you will benefit from the numerous personal and professional developmental opportunities available throughout the Almac group. *** Please note the shift pattern will be a 3 week rotation covering nights, evenings and days *** Please see attached job description for further information Key Requirements · BSc (or equivalent) in Chemistry (or related discipline) · Practical experience of process chemistry scale up, and familiarisation of process development and scale up projects. · Good working knowledge of analytical techniques, including but not limited to HPLC and NMR Desirable Criteria (The following criteria may be applied if a large pool of applicants exist) · MSc or PhD in Chemistry (or related discipline) · Good working knowledge of cGMP would also be advantageous. · Previous experience in the manufacture of pharmaceutical intermediates and/or APIs. · Previous experience of late stage validation projects. · Practical experience of a pre-approval inspection. · Previous experience of the contract chemistry commercial environment. Applicants must have eligibility to work in the UK OR possess a valid work permit that will allow you to take up full time, employment in the UK Please see attached job description for further information Further Information Almac is an exceptional, award winning, drug development solutions provider at the forefront of the pharmaceutical industry. We are a privately owned organisation that has organically grown over 50 years now employing over 7,000 highly skilled personnel worldwide. Our Global headquarters is located in Craigavon, Northern Ireland with additional operations throughout Europe (UK, Ireland), across the US (Pennsylvania, North Carolina and California) and in Asia (Singapore and Japan). Our drive and passion for the values championed by our Founder, and enshrined in the ethos of Almac, ensures that ‘Partnering to Advance Human Health’ is more than just a strapline – it is our way of life. Advancing human health requires exceptional people - your talent, experience and passion will be the perfect match. Together we will make an exceptional difference to the health of countless patients all over the world ………and this is just the beginning. Let’s be exceptional together Apply Now Apply online and tailor your CV to outline how you meet the role criteria. Please upload your CV in PDF format where possible. Closing Date We will no longer be accepting applications after 8pm on Thursday 03 Jul 2025 RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE NOTE: Almac will only accept applications from agencies/business partners that have been invited to work on this role by our Talent Acquisition team. Speculative candidate CV’s received or submitted directly to Hiring Managers will be considered unsolicited and no fee will be payable. Thank you for your cooperation.
Regional Education Officers
Water Safety Ireland is seeking 3 dedicated and enthusiastic Regional Education Officers to join our education team. As a Regional Education Officer, you will play a pivotal role in delivering our water safety and drowning prevention programmes. Your responsibilities will include conducting educational sessions and workshops in early learning centres, schools, colleges, corporate entities and other various public and private organisations within your designated region and online. Occasionally, you may be required to deliver sessions outside of your region if needed. Additionally, you will be expected to host online sessions as required, ensuring a broad and impactful engagement. Your primary mission will be to ensure that our programmes are effectively delivered, remain relevant, and achieve significant impact, in alignment with Water Safety Ireland’s national goals of reducing drownings and enhancing community safety. You will report directly to the Education Manager, contributing to the overall success of our educational initiatives. Blended: This role is primarily remote with a significant amount of travel involved, including some outside of your designated region, and a requirement to attend meetings in the office for induction and training and work-related matters. Training will be in the office for the first week, and then as required. There are 3 positions available, each based in different regions: Region 1: A Central/Midland’s focus encompassing the counties of Cavan, Monaghan, Longford, Offaly, Laois, Westmeath, Carlow, Kilkenny, Tipperary, and Louth. Region 2: A West/Southwest focus encompassing the counties of Limerick, Kerry, Cork, Waterford, and Wexford. Region 3: A Greater Dublin focus encompassing Dublin, Wicklow, Meath, Kildare. Principal Duties Reporting to the Education Manager, the Regional Education Officer will play a key role in WSI’s education initiatives. This is a full-time fixed term contract appointment. The Regional Education Officer will undertake the following functions: • Assist in developing, coordinating, and delivering WSI Education Programmes, workshops, and camps for schools, colleges, private and public organisations, aquatic facilities, and WSI Water Safety Area Committees and any other stakeholders who may want to avail of our programmes whether in-person or online. • Assist in managing the administration of various programmes. • Assist in developing and managing e-learning courses to ensure accessible water safety training for all. • Respond to education queries professionally and promptly, ensuring all relevant stakeholder replies are included. • Support the upkeep and enhancement of Water Safety Ireland’s data collection systems. • Deliver educational sessions for new members. • Offer follow-up support to educators, pupils, and aquatic facilities to sustain and develop their programmes. • Maintain relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, such as Water Safety Area Committees (WSAC), Local Authority Water Safety Development Officers, Lifesaving Training Centres, Outdoor Adventure Centres, An Garda Síochána, Scouting Ireland, the National Maritime College, Education Centres, Teacher Education Centres, and other relevant partners. • Support and attend relevant national conferences, exhibitions, and ceremonies. • Present at relevant conferences, exhibitions, and ceremonies if required. • Provide administrative support for educational projects from various WSI commissions. • Assist in promoting Early Years, Primary and Post Primary Water Safety. • Assist in drafting reports and updates for WSI Management, Board, and relevant Councils as required. • Attend training as needed, which may be on-site or at alternate locations, in traditional or online formats, and may occur during normal working hours or evenings or weekends. • Other duties assigned are based on the needs of the organisation. Qualifications and Experience a. Essential Requirements · Strong background coaching/instruction/training. · Strong knowledge/background/passion in water safety. · Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills. · Strong team player, able to collaborate effectively within a team setting. · Skilled in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). · Full clean Irish driving licence. This role involves working with children, so successful Garda vetting is required. b. Desirable Requirements · Capable of delivering high-quality results in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, with effective prioritization and escalation. · Water Activity and/or Safety Certification · Skilled in developing and maintaining trusting, proactive relationships with all stakeholder groups. · Proficient in Irish Language · Deeply committed to the vision and values of WSI. Please also refer to the Clerical Officer Competencies in Appendix 1 of this booklet TRAINING WSI will cover the costs for relevant additional training and professional development as considered appropriate by management. Eligibility to compete and certain restrictions on eligibility a. Eligible Candidates must be: i. A citizen of the European Economic Area. The EEA (European Economic Area) consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway; or ii. A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); iii. A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU (European Union) and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or iv. A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or v. A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015, or any family member entitled to remain in the State because of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa or vi. 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 Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. To qualify candidates must meet one of the citizenship criteria above by the date of any job offer. Candidates who are not citizens of the aforementioned countries must have the necessary permissions to work in Ireland Principal Conditions of Service a. Salary Entry will be at the minimum of the scale and increments may be awarded subject to satisfactory performance and to changes in the terms and conditions relating to salary increments in the Civil/Public Service generally. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy.= PPC (Personal Pension Contribution) Scale (for officers who are existing civil or public servants appointed on or after 6 April 1995 or who are new entrants to the civil or public service and who are making a compulsory personal pension contribution). CLERICAL OFFICER - PPC Weekly rate of €590.21 €623.23 €631.62 €647.99 €672.15 €696.26 €720.35 €737.91 €757.82 €780.93 €797.18 €820.07 €842.79 €878.27 €906.13¹ €918.93² A different rate will apply where the appointee is a civil or public servant recruited before 6th April 1995 and who is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution. Other pay and conditions may apply if, immediately prior to appointment, the appointee is a serving civil or public servant. 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 with the current Government Policy. Successful candidates will agree to repay any overpayment of salary, allowances, or expenses in accordance with Circular 07/2018: Recovery of Salary, Allowances, and Expenses Overpayments made to Staff Members/Former Staff Members/Pensioners. b. Annual Leave The annual leave allowance for the position of Clerical Officer is 22 days. This allowance is subject to the usual conditions regarding the granting of annual leave in the Civil or Public Service, is based on a five-day week and is exclusive of the usual public holidays. c. Hours of Attendance Hours of attendance will be fixed from time to time but will amount to not less than 35 hours net per week. The successful candidate will be required to work such additional hours from time to time as may be reasonable and necessary for the proper performance of their duties, subject to the limits set in the working time regulations. Should additional hours be required, time in lieu procedures will apply. d. Place of Work The Education Officer is a remote role with substantial travel involved. A company vehicle will be provided. Water Safety Ireland’s head office is currently located on the Long Walk, Galway City. The office will be your designated place of work from time to time,to meet the needs of the organisation and the head office itself could relocate during the contract to facilitate business needs. When absent from home and office on duty, appropriate travelling expenses and subsistence allowances will be paid subject to the normal Civil or Public Service regulations. e. Company Vehicle and Travel As part of our commitment to supporting Regional Education Officers, a company vehicle will be provided for work-related use. This benefit may be subject to Benefit-in-Kind (BIK) taxation unless the general exemption criteria are met. Travel expenses incurred during official duties will be reimbursed in accordance with the Public Service travel and subsistence policy. f. Tenure and Position The position of Clerical Officer – Regional Education Officer is a full-time role being offered initially on a 3-year fixed term. The provisions of the Unfair Dismissals Acts 1977 – 2007 will not apply to the termination of the contract consisting only of the expiry of the fixed term. The first year will serve as a probationary period, during which the appointee’s performance and suitability for the role will be formally assessed. If, during this time, it becomes evident that the role is not a good fit, the contract may be concluded early. Upon successful completion of this probation period, the appointee will continue under the terms of the remaining contract. At the end of the three-year term, and subject to satisfactory performance, the role may be extended or transitioned to one of indefinite duration. The probationary contract will be for a period of 12 months; this is included and not additional to the specified purpose contract. Notwithstanding this paragraph and the paragraph immediately following below, this will not preclude an extension of the probationary contract in appropriate circumstances. During the period of your probationary contract, your performance will be subject to review by your supervisor(s) to determine whether you: (i) Have performed in a satisfactory manner, (ii) Have been satisfactory in general conduct, and (iii) Are suitable from the point of view of health with regard to sick leave. g. Suspension of Probation WSI may suspend the probationary period and, as a result, extend the term of the probationary contract in the following circumstances: i. the probationary period will be suspended if the officer is on Maternity or Adoptive leave, ii. the probationary period may, at the discretion of the Department, be suspended where the employee is absent on any other form of statutory or non-statutory leave. Where WSI’s ability to assess the officer and/or the officer’s ability to demonstrate their suitability for permanent appointment is compromised by the officer’s absence on leave, the contract period will be extended by the period of leave taken. h. Duties The appointee will be required to perform any duties appropriate to their grade which may be assigned to them. They may not engage in private practice or be connected with any outside business which would interfere with the performance of official duties. i. Sick Leave Pay during properly certified sick absence, provided there is no evidence of permanent disability for service, will apply on a pro-rata basis, in accordance with the provisions of the sick leave circulars. Officers who will be paying Class A rate of PRSI will be required to sign a mandate authorising the Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection to pay any benefits due under the Social Welfare Acts directly to the employing Department or Organisation. Payment during illness will be subject to the officer making the necessary claims for social insurance benefit to the Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection within the required time limits. j. Superannuation and Retirement The appointee will be offered public service pension terms and retirement age conditions in accordance with pension arrangements in the WSI depending on the status of the successful appointee: In general, an appointee who has never worked in the Public Service will be offered appointment based on membership of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (“Single Scheme”). Full details of the Scheme are at www.singlepensionscheme.gov.ie . Where the appointee has worked in a pensionable (non-Single Scheme terms) public service job in the 26 weeks prior to appointment or is currently on a career break or special leave with/without pay, different terms may apply. The pension entitlement of such appointees will be established in the context of their public service employment history. Key provisions attached to membership of the Single Scheme are as follows: (a) Pensionable Age: The minimum age at which pension is currently payable is 66 (this is under review and will rise in line with changes in State Pension age). (b) Retirement Age: Scheme members must retire on reaching the age of 70. (c) Career average earnings are used to calculate benefits (a pension and lump sum amount accrue each year and are uprated each year by reference to CPI). (d) Post retirement pension increases are linked to CPI. (e) An individual who is on secondment will remain a member of the parent organisation’s pension scheme and the pensionable remuneration will be based on their substantive grade i.e., the grade at which the individual is employed in their parent organisation. (f) An individual who was a member of a “preexisting public service pension scheme” as construed by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 and who does not qualify for membership of the Single Scheme will have standard public service pension terms reflecting new entrant or nonnew entrant status for the purposes of the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. k. Pension Abatement If the appointee has previously been employed in the Civil or Public Service and is in receipt of a pension from the Civil or Public Service or where a Civil/Public Service pension comes into payment during their re-employment that pension will be subject to abatement in accordance with Section 52 of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. Please note: In applying for this position, you are acknowledging that you understand that the abatement provisions, where relevant, will apply. It is not envisaged that the employing Department/Office will support an application for an abatement waiver in respect of appointments to this position. However, if the appointee was previously employed in the Civil or Public Service and awarded a pension under voluntary early retirement arrangements (other than the Incentivised Scheme of Early Retirement (ISER), the Department of Health Circular 7/2010 VER/VRS or the Department of Environment, Community & Local Government Circular letter LG(P) 06/2013, any of which renders a person ineligible for the competition) the entitlement to that pension will cease with effect from the date of reappointment. Special arrangements may, however, be made for the reckoning of previous service given by the appointee for the purpose of any future superannuation award for which the appointee may be eligible. l. Ill Health Retirement Please note that where an individual has retired from a Civil/Public Service body on the grounds of ill health their pension from that employment may be subject to review in accordance with the rules of ill-health retirement within the pension scheme of that employment. Applicants will be required to attend an appointed medical professional to assess their ability to provide regular and effective service taking account of the condition which qualified them for IHR. Appointment post ill health retirement from Civil Service If successful in their application through the competition, the applicant should be aware of the following: If deemed fit to provide regular and effective service and assigned to a post, their civil service ill health pension ceases. If the applicant subsequently fails to complete probation or decides to leave their assigned post, there can be no reversion to the civil service IHR status, nor reinstatement of the civil service IHRpension, that existed prior to the application nor is there an entitlement to same. i. The applicant will become a member of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (SPSPS) upon appointment if they have had a break in pensionable public/civil service of more than 26 weeks. Appointment post Ill health retirement from public service: ii. Where an individual has retired from a public service body their ill-health pension from that employment may be subject to review in accordance with the rules of ill-health retirement under that scheme. iii. If an applicant is successful, on appointment the applicant will be required to declare whether they are in receipt of a public service pension (ill-health or otherwise) and their public service pension may be subject to abatement. iv. The applicant will become a member of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (SPSPS) upon appointment if they have had a break in pensionable public/civil service of more than 26 weeks. Please note more detailed information in relation to pension implications for those in receipt of a civil or public service ill-health pension is available upon request.
Local Authority Graduate Planner Recruitment
We are recruiting graduates from 10 skill areas We are recruiting suitable candidates to become Graduate Planners with 26 of the 31 City & County Councils in Ireland. The Local Government Ireland Graduate Planner Programme offers graduate planners a rewarding and impactful career in one of 26 of Ireland’s city or county councils. As a graduate planner in a city or county council, you’ll be part of a dynamic, supportive and forward-thinking team that’s dedicated to shaping our towns, cities and rural areas. You’ll get the opportunity to work on innovative projects that positively influence the built environment, support local economies, and enhance the quality of life of local communities Why Local Government? As a Graduate Planner in a Local Authority, you have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the future development of our communities. While furthering your career as a professional planner. What does a City or County Council Planning Department do? The planning department within Local Authorities regulate and manage development within their county boundaries. Planning departments are responsible for building sustainable communities, creating detailed plans that act as a framework to guide future development, as well as providing expert planning advice, processing planning applications, and enforcing regulations to ensure sustainable growth in our cities and towns. Which City & County Councils will be hiring Graduate Planners 26 of the 31 City & County Councils will be hiring Graduate Planners as part of this recruitment campaign. For the purposes of the recruitment campaign the country and the 26 Councils are divided up into 5 regions. You can apply for a Graduate Planner position in only two regions. Within each region you will be able to apply for up to a maximum of 5 local authorities within each region). Who can apply?? You can apply if you are: • a recent graduate with an honour in a level 8 Honours degree or higher in Planning, or • due to graduate this year and expect to achieve an honour in a level 8 Honours degree or higher and • entitled to work in the Republic of Ireland. Existing local authority staff members can also apply if you hold the necessary qualifications detailed above. Applicants should also possess the following attributes, • Passion for shaping communities and tackling town planning challenges and a collaborative mindset • Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills It is highly desirable that applicants should at the time of commencing employment hold a current valid unendorsed driving licence in respect of Category B vehicles and have access to your own vehicle. It should be noted by applicants that if you are assigned to a rural County Council your employer will require that you are able to undertake work related trips using your own vehicle as soon as possible after commencing employment. The Local Government Management Agency (LGMA) is co-ordinating the Local Authority Graduate Programme recruitment campaign on behalf of the 26 individual City & County Councils in the Republic participating in this national recruitment competition. If successful, you will be offered an employment contract with an individual City or County Council Eligibility qualifications and competence to compete To be eligible for these vacancies, applicants must be able to show the following. 1. Graduate status On or before the date on which a local authority makes you a formal job offer you must provide formal documentation confirming that you have recently achieved an honour in an honours degree (Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications). 2. Undergraduates and post-graduate students At the time of application, if you are still a final-year undergraduate or postgraduate student, you can still apply and complete all stages of the application and recruitment process. If you are a final year student and yet to be assigned a grade, you will be asked on the application form to detail the award your course of study will lead to and what grade you expect to obtain when you do graduate. However, you must have proof of having achieved the required award level required (i.e.) an honour in a level 8 honours degree or masters. You must show this to the potential employer as part of the normal pre-employment checks process before they can make any job offer to you. If you can’t prove at the job offer stage that you have achieved at least an honour in an honours degree or masters, a job offer will not be made. Applicants will not receive any job offers if they have been: • asked to repeat exams or • asked to resubmit elements of their final year course work so that their final results can be issued by the university or educational institute where they did the course of study Applicants must ensure that they are in a position to commence employment when required by the employing Council. As part of your employment you must ensure that you will be able to physically attend the Council offices, on a full-time basis, to begin with. 3. Competency You must also be able to show at interview that you have the competencies for the role of a Graduate Planner. These competencies are defined in Appendix 1 of this document. Certain citizenship requirements that will determine whether you can apply or not. Applicants must, by the date of any job offer, fit into one of the categories below Citizen of the European Union You are a citizen of one of the 27 member countries of the European Union Citizen of EEA You are a citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of: • the European Union • Iceland • Liechtenstein • Norway Citizen of the UK You are a citizen of the United Kingdom (UK) Switzerland You are a citizen of Switzerland as defined in the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons Spouse or child You are a non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and have a stamp 4 visa International protection You are: • a person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015, or • a family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification, and • someone with a stamp 4 visa Parent or dependent You are 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 • have a stamp 4 visa Valid Department of Justice visa stamp You must hold a valid visa stamp issued by the Department of Justice which clearly allows you to reside in the country and seek employment, for example, stamp 1g. Existing local authority staff If you are a current employee of a City or County Council and possess an honour in a level 8 honours degree in Planning or higher, then you can apply for the position of a Graduate Planner, as long as your current post has a salary scale that starts below the starting salary for a Graduate Planner (i.e.) €38,956. Ex-public servants who previously availed of incentivised early retirement or a Voluntary Redundancy Scheme You must tell us if you have previously availed of: • a public service scheme of incentivised early retirement, and, or • the collective voluntary redundancy scheme. This collective scheme is detailed in Circular Letter LG(P) 06/2013. You must tell us if you are entitled to a Public Service pension benefit (in payment or preserved) from any other Public Service employment. You must also tell us where you have received a payment-in-lieu for service in any Public Service employment. Why should I apply? Local government is a great place to start and grow your career. The main benefits to working as a Graduate Planner in a City or County Council include: • Starting salary of €38,956 with annual increments • 24 days annual leave per year • Flexible work arrangements • Comprehensive mentoring and structured development programme for career growth as a Planner in Local Government • A structured career pathway that allows you to progress in your chosen career as a professional Planner • Supportive work environment with a focus on well-being Making an application To apply for the Local Authority Graduate Programme, go to www.localgovernmentjobs. ie/graduates and click on and fill out the online application form. The application form asks for details about you, your education and your previous periods of employment. It also asks you to choose the local authorities you are interested in applying for. You can apply for a Graduate Planner position in more than one local authority. Number of Councils that you can apply for Number of regions in which you can apply for a Graduate Planner position 2 regions (max) Maximum number of Councils within a region to which you can apply for a Graduate Planner position 5 local authorities in each region (max) You must select an order of priority (1 to 5 with 1 being your highest priority) for the City or County Council chosen in each of your two regions. You can choose to only apply for one region, but it does reduce your chances of securing employment as a Graduate Planner. However, you should not select a City or County Council as one of your 5 choices if you have no intention of taking up employment with that Council. The LGMA will endeavour to ensure that following your interviews the Council you will be assigned to will match your choice of employers. However, unless you score the highest marks at the interview and are placed high up on the panel, we cannot guarantee that you will be assigned to either your no 1 or 2 choices Graduate Planner Development Programme As a Graduate Planner recruit you will take part in a structured development Programme which will be delivered over the duration of your contract. This programme has been designed to meet the demands of Graduate Planner entrants to local government. The aim of the development programme is to make sure that at the end of the three years you will have developed the necessary skills needed to advance your career on to the next level of Planner with your employer (i.e.) Assistant Planner. Each Council will invest in the training and development of the Graduates Planners they recruit. Your employer will provide supports and experience that the Graduates will need to fulfil your potential. Main features of the Graduate Planner development programme The main features and components of the three-year Graduate development programme include: • Block start for all Graduates • Group induction and orientation (centrally delivered) once all Graduate Planners commence employment • Enrolment in the suite of the Planning training courses developed to meet the specific needs of Local Government Planners by the sectors Planning Services Training Group (PSTG) • Dedicated mentoring supports from senior planners • Competency based interview preparation prior to applying for an Assistant Planner vacancy Competency skills and knowledge needed by Graduate Planners are as follows, Purpose and Change • You can demonstrate an understanding of the role played by a local authority on behalf of its citizens and the type of work related to their chosen skills area that local authorities engage in. • You can provide an example of how your qualification and experience to date can be applied to the role of a Graduate Planner? Delivering Results • You can provide an example of where they had to problem solve and contribute to successful solutions of problems encountered. • You can provide an example of where they have had to apply their academic qualification to delivering results as part of a team or as an individual. • You can provide an example of where they have delivered quality work and/or academic project to prescribed deadlines. Personal Performance • You can demonstrate the ability engage in two-way dialogue with interviewers and communicate effectively. • Display an understanding of how your skills and knowledge can contribute positively to the efficient delivery of services to the citizen. • You can provide an example of where you have worked effectively with a variety of colleagues in a team. Personal Effectiveness • You can provide an example of when you have been given responsibility where others were relying upon them doing what they were asked. • You can provide an example of where you have worked to deadlines and demonstrated resilience when setbacks were encountered. • You can provide an example of when you have had to show high levels of initiative, ownership of an assigned tasks and demonstrated self-motivation and self-sufficiency. Local Authority Graduate Programme 17 In addition, interviewers will be tasked with exploring you the interviewee’s knowledge and understanding of planning and how planning relates to the functions of a local Council. Knowledge & Understanding of Skills Area being interviewed for • Clarify with you the applicant which of your qualifications is most relevant to the skills area they have applied for? Can they explain why they believe it is relevant? • You can display an understanding of what role the Planning section of a Council plays and what types of services does it provide to the public? • You can identify what in your opinion is the most important part/aspect of the role of a Council’s Planning Officer? • You can provide an example of when you applied your academic learning or skills in an actual real life/work/academic situation?
