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Job Summary Nua Healthcare Services is one of Ireland’s leading Care Providers. We provide Residential, Supported Living, Day Services and Community Outreach Services to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support requirements. Benefits of joining Nua Healthcare! CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Executive Assistant
The Role Maynooth University is committed to a strategy in which the primary University goals of excellent research and scholarship and outstanding education are interlinked and equally valued. We are seeking an applicant with outstanding administrative skills to join our staff as an Executive Assistant. The successful candidate will join the School administration team and will report to and work closely with the Administrative Officer and the Head of the School of Law & Criminology. In addition, the successful candidate must be willing and able to work well with others. The position involves a significant amount of interaction with students and with academic and administrative colleagues across the School and University, and with key stakeholders outside of Maynooth. This position offers an excellent opportunity for talented individuals to make a mark in a growing School. The position affords both the autonomy to develop skills and potential, and a friendly and co-operative working environment. This is a front of house role so is not conducive to working from home, although, on occasion, some flexibility will apply in this regard. Principal DutiesAdministrative and Other Duties The Executive Assistant will provide a comprehensive first point of contact service for the School of Law & Criminology. This will involve significant receptionist and clerical duties which include: Faculty and Research Institutes The Faculty of Social Sciences comprises the Departments of Adult and Community Education; Anthropology; Applied Social Studies; Design Innovation; Economics; Education; Geography; Sociology; the Froebel Department of Primary and Early Childhood Education; the School of Business; and the School of Law and Criminology. The role of the Faculty is to co-ordinate the academic activities of individual departments, to oversee the strategic development of departments and to support interdepartmental programmes. The University has also developed several interdisciplinary institutes to support excellent research and to build research capacity across disciplines, including the Maynooth University Social Sciences Institute (MUSSI) and the Assisted Living and Learning (ALL) Institute. The School The School of Law and Criminology has 66 permanent staff. It offers undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, based on its research strengths in Law and Criminology, in a vibrant learning environment. The School is one of the newest academic units within the University and is amongst the largest common law academic units in the European Union. It offers a number of popular undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes, educating over 2,500 students. The School places a very strong emphasis on research and is home to two European Research Council (ERC) awardees. Five research centres anchor the School’s approach to research: the Centre for Criminology, the Centre for European Law, the Centre for International Justice, the Centre for Legal History, and the Centre for Technology Law and Policy. Staff members regularly publish in leading international academic journals and with leading international publishing houses. The School has particular research strengths in the areas of international justice and human rights, law and technology, environmental law, European Union Law and policy, intellectual property law, health law, global business perspectives, criminology and criminal justice, and comparative legal theory. In addition, our programmes highlight the practical application of legal study and underline the importance of legal skills, such as negotiation and advocacy. Tenure This is a full-time, permanent post, at the grade of Executive Assistant. Salary Executive Assistant (2025): €32,030 – €48,430 per annum (13 points). Appointments will be made in accordance with public sector pay provisions. Hours of Work A 35-hour working week is in operation in respect of full-time positions (pro-rated for part-time positions). This can be reviewed or adjusted from time to time through national agreements. Location The place of work is the campus of Maynooth University, Maynooth, Co. Kildare.
Hydro Team Member, Plant Controller
Position description A vacancy exists for the position of Hydro Team Member, to carry out the duties of Plant Controller. The Plant Controller is responsible for the safe operation of the generating plant and dams at Cathleen Falls and Cliff Generating Stations in Ballyshannon, Co. Donegal The Hydro Team Member will be required to work across all functional areas within the station including operations, maintenance, civil, supervision, technical services and contractor management. The successful candidate will be required to work to the level of their competence to carry out their duties. They will be required to work autonomously, be flexible and be a self-starter, providing provide support to other teams and projects as required. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with others is required. The Hydro Team Member will work in a dynamic environment and to meet the business needs the successful candidate will be required on occasions to have flexible working hours including weekends, bank holidays and be available for call-outs. The successful candidate will receive training as defined by plant management to attain and maintain competencies. Key Responsibilities Duties of the role includes but may not be limited to: Salary €41,525 - €48,852 per annum.
Home Support Resource Officer
Remuneration The salary scale for the post is (as at 01/02/2026) €52,235 €53,798 €55,391 €57,021 €58,659 €60,569 €62,485 LSIs New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. Principal Duties and Responsibilities • The post holder will support the principle that care of the patient comes first at all times and will approach their work with the flexibility and enthusiasm necessary to make this principle a reality for every patient to the greatest possible degree. Other requirements specific to the post A flexible approach to working hours is required as out of hours work may be assigned by the Line Manager for short periods of time (e.g. evening/weekend/on call). HSE Circular 003-2009 “Matching Working Patterns to Service Needs (Extended Working Day / Week Arrangements); Framework for Implementation of Clause 30.4 of Towards 2016” applies. Under the terms of this circular, all new entrants and staff appointed to promotional posts from Dec 16th 2008 will be required to work agreed roster / on call arrangements as advised by their line manager. Contracted hours of work are liable to change between the hours of 8am-8pm over seven days to meet the requirements for extended day services in accordance with the terms of the Framework Agreement (Implementation of Clause 30.4 of Towards 2016). Additional eligibility requirements:- Citizenship requirements Eligible candidates must be: (i) EEA, Swiss, or British citizens OR (ii) Non-European Economic Area citizens with permission to reside and work in the State Read Appendix 2 of the Additional Campaign Information for further information on accepted Stamps for Non-EEA citizens resident in the State, including those with refugee status. To qualify candidates must be eligible by the closing date of the campaign. Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Candidates must demonstrate: Professional Knowledge & Experience · A comprehensive understanding of the Irish Health system and structures. · Ability to work in line with relevant policies and procedures. · Commitment to developing own professional knowledge and expertise. · Ability to work with high levels of accuracy with great attention to detail, while meeting the demands of a busy office. · Strong IT skills in MS Office suite, in particular Excel and other systems such as SAP. Planning & Managing Resources · Ability to effectively plan and manage own workload and that of others in an effective and methodical manner within strict deadlines, ensuring deadlines are met. · Ability to effectively manage staff rosters · Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks. · Ability to manage within allocated resources and a capacity to respond to changes in a plan. · Ability to maintain an awareness of value for money. Commitment to a Quality Service · Awareness and appreciation of the service user and a strong commitment to providing a quality service. · Ability to embrace and promote the change agenda, demonstrate flexibility and initiative including the ability to adapt to and implement change. · Ability to support the team through service improvement / change processes. Team Working · Ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team, promoting a positive team spirit. · Leadership potential, the ability to manage the performance of others and support staff development. · Ability to establish a good working relationship with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. Evaluating Information, Problem Solving & Decision Making · Ability to recognise when it is appropriate to refer decisions to a higher level of management. · Flexibility, problem solving and initiative skills including the ability to adapt to change. · Ability to appropriately analyse and interpret information, develop solutions and contribute to decisions quickly and accurately as appropriate. · Numeracy skills, an ability to analyse and evaluate information and make effective decisions. · Ability to maximise the use of ICT coupled with excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office and specifically Excel). · Initiative in resolving issues, problem solving, proactively developing new proposals and recommending solutions. Communications & Interpersonal Skills · Ability to engage with families and service users in a client centred manner · Good communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner. · Strong written communication skills. · Ability to work as part of the team to establish a shared sense of purpose and unity. · Ability to maintain relationships with a variety of stakeholders
Road Logistics Operations Specialist
It's more than a job When you work in Freight Logistics and Operations at Kuehne+Nagel, you play a key role in optimising processes and ensuring that inventory and shipments move efficiently. But that is not all. Your work also helps ensure that vital medicines reach patients on time and supports other essential deliveries, from wind turbines to semiconductors. At Kuehne+Nagel, our contribution counts in more ways than we imagine. Challenge your talent and come onboard to live an extraordinary experience. Are you ready to ignite the future of logistics together? We are looking for a highly motivated Road Logistics Operations Specialist to join us in Shannon. The role requires a team player to become a key member of the Road Logistics Team. You will work within the team, but also on your own initiative, communications and solutions need to be provided in a timely, efficient manner to end customers. How you create impact What's in it for you A career path at Kuehne+Nagel Ireland is fast-paced and exciting, with opportunities for growth and learning; internal advancement is encouraged throughout the organisation. We are a Great Place to Work for the 11th consecutive year, reflecting the culture amongst our amazing teams who strive to go above and beyond every day. We pride ourselves on Diversity & Inclusion. We love to reward our employees even more and below are some of our excellent offerings in our generous Benefits package: Annual Salary review Bonus/Profit Share Generous Annual Leave allowances – including additional Birthday & Wellness day Additional Service Days Paid Sick Leave Company Pension Healthcare plan Bike to work scheme Tax Saver Travel Scheme Financial Advisory initiatives Paid Family leaves Recognition Awards Employee Assistance Program Wellbeing support Who we are Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world. As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine. We kindly advise that placement agencies refrain from submitting unsolicited profiles. Any submissions of candidates without prior signed agreement will be considered our property and no fees will be paid.
Production Manager
About the role We are currently on the lookout for a Production Manager to join us, at our Spray Drying manufacturing facility in Charleville. This role has responsibility for the efficient operation of the site. The Production Manager is the champion of Kerry’s commitment to Safety First and Quality Always in the Spray Drying Facility and consistently making it easier and more valuable for our customers to do business with us. About Kerry Dairy Ireland Kerry Dairy Ireland is a vertically integrated farm-to-fork business with a very substantial consumer foods presence and a leading nutritional and dairy ingredients division, delivering high-quality dairy solutions with a focus on sustainability and innovation. From partnering with local family farms to producing world-class dairy products, we ensure every step of our value chain reflects our commitment to excellence. With over 50 years’ experience in milk processing, dairy and nutritional technology advancement, and product innovation, we are a key stakeholder in the global food industry and creators of a strong portfolio of market leading dairy brands including Cheestrings, Charleville and Coleraine Cheese, Dairygold, Golden Cow and our new SMUG range. Our from food, for food culture and deep-rooted connection to our 2,800 milk suppliers differentiates our business and offers captivating opportunities for our customers and consumers. Our dairy comes from some of the world’s richest grazing land and is produced by a network of Irish family farms that have one of the lowest carbon footprints in the world. Through a combination of expertise, innovation, and sustainability, Kerry Dairy Ireland is proud to shape the future of dairy while meeting the diverse needs of our farmers, customers, and communities. Headquartered in Tralee, Co. Kerry, we operate multiple manufacturing facilities in the southwest of Ireland, including Listowel, Charleville, Newmarket, and Farranfore. Additionally, we manage 29 Farm & Home stores throughout the region, ensuring comprehensive coverage and service. In Northern Ireland and the United Kingdom, our presence extends to key locations in Portadown, Coleraine, and Ossett. Globally, Kerry Dairy Ireland employs over 1,600 dedicated professionals across Ireland, Northern Ireland, the UK, USA, Netherlands, Spain, Germany, and China. In 2024, we achieved a turnover of approximately €1.3 billion, reflecting our commitment to excellence and growth. What you'll be doing Get in touch today!
Graduate
Calling all innovators – find your future at Fiserv. We’re Fiserv, a global leader in Fintech and payments, and we move money and information in a way that moves the world. We connect financial institutions, corporations, merchants, and consumers to one another millions of times a day – quickly, reliably, and securely. Any time you swipe your credit card, pay through a mobile app, or withdraw money from the bank, we’re involved. If you want to make an impact on a global scale, come make a difference at Fiserv. Job Title Graduate About your role: Fiserv’s Analyst Program is an early career development program where candidates experience structured assignments within one specific track over a 2 year time period. Each assignment builds upon the other and together will provide a breadth of experience within Financial Tech and unique to you! We are looking for university graduates with drive, and an evolving target for their careers. The best and brightest are the firm’s future, a pipeline of top talent for positions in critical functional areas across the firm. Training curriculum, mentoring, on the job learning, and exposure to senior leadership will be offered during the program, with the opportunity to advance within the firm upon successful completion. Fiserv Analysts will have a target start date of June 2026 depending on your availability. You must possess unrestricted work authorization and not require future sponsorship. As a participant in the Corporate Graduate Programme, you will engage in challenging projects with the potential for a significant impact on the business. This hands-on experience will not only contribute to the FinTech industry but also enhance the skills necessary for leadership. The program offers a structured training curriculum, mentoring, on-the-job learning, and exposure to senior leadership. Successful completion of the two-year program opens avenues for advancement within our company.
Office Administrator
Join our team With a global footprint spanning six countries around the world, Dovida delivers nine million hours of care each year. In Ireland, our network of 25 offices and 350 key players manage 4,000 professional caregivers, who support, uplift and empower 7,000 clients in cities, towns and villages across the country. Dovida’s ‘Circle of Care’ philosophy ensures it fulfils its promise: Your Life, Your Way EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Social Worker, Senior Grade
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 2025 . Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking a highly-motivated Social Worker Senior Grade to join our team in a Children’s Disability Network Team based at Curraheen, Cork . Contract Type: Temporary 1 year Fixed Term Contract Contract Hours: 17.5 hours per week Salary Scale: €67,823 to €79,797pro rata per annum. Salary scales are subject to LSI’s (Long Service Increments) This pay scale is subject to increases in 2026 in accordance with the recent WRC agreement towards enhanced pay adjustments in Section 39 organisations. Annual Leave Entitlement : 34 days pro rata Overview of the Post: Enable Ireland delivers children’s services through the Children’s Disability Network Teams (CDNT) under the national Progressing Disabilities Services (PDS) model for children and young people with complex needs arising from a disability. The post holder will be responsible for the provision of a range of Social Worker services for young people (0 – 18 years) and their families within an interdisciplinary framework. Service will include assessment and intervention, clinical supervision and ongoing service development. This will be delivered through a family centred approach across a variety of settings including the clinic, preschools, schools, children’s homes and community settings. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list The successful candidate will have Essential Criteria: Must be registered in the Social Work Register maintained by the Social Work Registration Board at CORU And Maintain live annual registration on the Social Workers Register maintained by the Social Workers Registration Board at CORU And Have 3 years full time (or an aggregate of 3 years full time) relevant post qualification experience And Must have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability, professional and managerial ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office And Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Social Workers Register maintained by the Social Workers Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employment can be issued. · Experience working with children with disabilities and their families. · Experience in providing training to parents and other professionals. · Experience in supervision of staff. · Experience in managing resources. · In-depth understanding of Children’s First legislation. · Must be eligible to work in the State · Full clean Driving Licence and access to own transport Desirable Criteria: · 1 years’ experience as a Senior Grade or in other similar type role. 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 internal and external training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · Flexible Working · 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 here: What now? To apply, please download the Job Description and Person Specification for your information and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. Closing date for applications: Friday 27th February 2026 before noon A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months. · 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 Enable Ireland’s Rezoomo Privacy Policy here: https://enableireland.ie/resources/publications/rezoomo-privacy-policy · 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
Customer Assistant
Summary From our Head Office to the shop floor and everywhere in between our primary goal is to create and deliver a fantastic customer journey for everyone who shops at Lidl. Customer obsessed, high energy and love learning every day? If that sounds like you, earn €450+ per week as a Customer Assistant on our standard 30 hour contract.You’ll work across different shift times, on varied tasks and with different colleagues.What does a normal day* as a Customer Assistant look like? (*there’s no such thing as ‘normal’ in retail but we’ve tried our best!)As a Customer Assistant you are required to sell alcohol, therefore you must be 18 or over to work in our store. Shift Patterns: • Morning shift: Starting at 5am or 6am with your team, you’ll be getting our award-winning products fully stocked on the shop floor and our delicious bakery products ready for our customers to enjoy by opening time so they can Go Full Lidl! • Middle shift: Starting mid-morning or early afternoon, you’ll make sure our stores are spotlessly clean, well presented and our products remain fresh, all while helping customers with queries on the shop floor and working on tills to minimise till queues• Late shift: From your start time in the afternoon, you’ll make sure our customers experience is top class by serving them with a smile while on the tills, restocking missing items and getting the store ready for the next day What you'll do • Interacting with the customer in a pleasant, friendly and helpful manner• Ensuring stock loss controls are followed in all areas of the store • Maintaining store and external cleanliness and hygiene standards• Following freshness and rotation principles• Ensuring all waste is managed correctly• Assisting in the stock count process What you'll need • A can-do attitude and excellent customer service skills• The willingness to go the extra mile for our customers• To be responsible and reliable• To enjoy working in a fast-paced, varied environment• A good team player• Preferably, previous experience in a customer facing role but this is not essential provided you have the right attitude What you'll receive We offer a competitive and transparent salary system, that ensures pay equality across all positions at Lidl Year 1 • Basic Rate €15.10• €18.88 (Unsocial Hours) • €22.65 (Overtime/Sundays) • €30.20 (Bank Holiday) Year 2 • Basic Rate €15.70 • €19.63 (Unsocial Hours) • €23.55 (Overtime/Sundays) • €31.40 (Bank Holiday) Year 3 • Basic Rate €16.40 • €20.50 (Unsocial Hours) • €24.60 (Overtime/Sundays) • €32.80 (Bank Holiday) Year 4 • Basic Rate €17.40 • €21.75 (Unsocial Hours) • €26.10 (Overtime/Sundays) • €34.80 (Bank Holiday) Lidl is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements, we will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and want to ensure that all applicants have the same opportunity regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, age, disability, race, religious belief, political opinion or membership of the traveller community.
