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Responsibilities The responsibilities of the role outlined in this job description are indicative of the currently envisaged scope and may be added to or altered as required, in line with the requirement of SEAI across Business Units/Department. They will include, but not limited to, the following: • Support and deliver service development across the Warmer Homes Scheme, including gathering and refining business requirements. • Contribute to process improvements through structured business analysis. • Assist in building and prioritising an IT related Development Roadmap for the programme. • Support rollout of key IT projects and participate in UAT and system enhancements. • Work closely with SEAI colleagues, IT Team and partners and external stakeholders to deliver programme objectives. • Support the development of business cases, reports and insights that shape future programme direction. • Collaborate with the Data Analytics team to identify priority metrics and reporting needs. • Other duties/projects as may be assigned from time to time. To ensure that activity peaks within the Department are addressed in a proactive manner, it is expected that the candidate appointed to this role will need to be flexible in terms of working hours during these periods. Knowledge & Skills The knowledge and skills required include but are not limited to the following: • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically. • Experience working in a team-based environment with multiple stakeholders. • A proactive approach to delivering results and managing competing tasks. • Ability to adapt quickly, learn new tools, and work independently when needed. • Clear and confident communication skills — written and verbal. • Strong organisation, attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines. • Strong teamwork and collaboration abilities, with flexibility to support peak workloads. • Flexibility to respond to programme demands and evolving priorities. Experience and Qualifications ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate: • An honours degree (a minimum NFQ level 8 or greater) in a relevant discipline such as IT, Business or a related discipline, and minimum of 3 years directly relevant experience working in IT business process environments. Or An ordinary degree (a minimum NFQ level 7 or greater) in a relevant discipline such as IT, Business or a related discipline, and minimum of 5 years directly relevant experience working in IT business process environments. Or A third level certificate (a minimum NFQ Level 6 or greater) in a relevant discipline in a relevant discipline such as IT, Business or a related discipline and minimum of 8 years directly relevant experience directly relevant experience working in IT business process environments. • Experience working in multidisciplinary teams, managing or supporting projects that span multiple perspectives and functions. • Demonstrated knowledge or experience in CRM systems, UAT testing, APIs and user story management tools such as Azure DevOps. • Familiarity with analytics and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) to support data driven decision-making. • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing, presenting, public speaking, and the ability to communicate complex concepts to both technical and nontechnical audiences. DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS • Business Analysis techniques or certification (e.g. ECBA, CCBA, CBAP). • Understanding of IT change management pathways and governance and how they impact business processes. • Understanding of Agile methodologies, Click Up, or other flexible project management approaches. • Knowledge of programme delivery in a structured environment. • Knowledge of home energy upgrades or BER methodology. • Proficiency in the Irish language. • Experience or knowledge of delivering positive customer experiences. Conditions of Service Tenure: This position will be offered on a 5-year Fixed Term contract basis. Salary Payment Arrangements: The Level D salary scale for this position effective from 1st February 2026 is as follows: €52,546 to €77,285 (inclusive of one Long Service Increment (LSI1) which applies after three years additional service at Max of grade). Incremental progression will be subject to satisfactory performance. Important Note: Candidates should note that entry will be at the first point of the scale and the rate of remuneration, including incremental progression, 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 currently a serving civil or public servant. Location: The place of work will be based at one of the SEAI offices as listed on cover page. SEAI offer the option to work in a hybrid working arrangement, in line with the SEAI Blended Working Policy. SEAI reserves the right, at its discretion, to change working location within reason on any future date. Blended Working Arrangements: As an employer, SEAI operates a blended working policy that facilitates access to remote working options having regard to work-life balance/integration, mental health, and the need for a safe and productive working environment. Blended working arrangements will be operated under SEAI’s Blended Working Policy, which currently requires staff to work from the office a minimum of two (2) days per week. Availability and patterns of blended working will be based on business needs and the suitability of the role and may be subject to change should the business needs dictate. Probation: On appointment, the appointee will serve a six (6) month probationary period. In certain circumstances, the probation period may be extended, in line with the SEAI’s Probationary Policy and Procedures. Working Week: Hours of attendance will be as fixed from time to time but will amount, on average, to not less than 41.25 hours per week (35 hours net of rest breaks). Pro-Rata will apply in the case of part-time role. Additional hours may from time to time be reasonably required to meet the requirements of the position. No additional payment will be made for extra attendance as the rate of remuneration payable covers any exceptional extra attendance liability that may arise from time to time. Annual Leave: The annual leave allowance will be 29 working days a year, based on a five-day week and is exclusive of public holidays. Pro-rata will apply in the case of part-time role. Annual Leave is to be taken at a time or times convenient to SEAI. Eligibility to Work: The SEAI has a legal obligation to ensure that all employees are lawfully entitled to work in Ireland. Where applicable and to support a candidate’s application, candidates must submit a valid work permit/visa confirming permission to work in Ireland. Failure to submit the required evidence, and failure to hold a valid permit/visa during the period of the contract, will result in the application and/or contract of employment being rendered void. Those not eligible to apply for the role Former Irish Public Service Employees - Certain Restrictions on Eligibility. Eligibility to apply for a position may be affected where applicants were formerly employed by an Irish Public Sector body and previously availed of an Irish Public Service Redundancy or Incentivised Retirement Scheme including the below. For details on restrictions click here. • Collective Agreement: Redundancy Payments to Public Servants • Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) • Department of Health and Children Circular (7/2010) • Department of Environment, Community & Local Government (Circular Letter LG(P) 06/2013). Declaration: Applicants will be required to declare whether they have previously availed of a public service scheme of incentivised early retirement and/or the collective agreement outlined above. Applicants will also be required to declare any entitlements to a Public Service pension benefit (in payment or preserved) from any other Public Service employment. Other Conditions of Employment: The above represents the principal conditions of service and is not intended to be the comprehensive list of all terms and conditions of employment which will be set out in the employment contract to be agreed with the appointee. Standard Checks: Any offer of employment made to a successful candidate will be subject to satisfactory reference verification and satisfactory verification of academic and professional qualifications. SEAI commits to treat all the information or documents received under GDPR guidelines. Garda Vetting: SEAI is set up with a registered organization for Garda vetting purposes. You may be asked to make an application to be vetted.
Computer Network Associate Apprentice
First Year Apprentice Vacancy IT Support Engineer – Join Our Growing Team at MTC Solutions Location: Edenderry, Co. Offaly Job Type: Full Time (Includes Apprenticeship Programme – College + In-House Training) About MTC Solutions MTC Solutions is one of the Midlands’ leading MSPs, delivering high-quality, reliable, and innovative IT services to clients across a wide range of sectors in Ireland and internationally. We pride ourselves on our responsiveness, our technical excellence, and the trusted, long-term partnerships we build with our clients. • As our business continues to grow, we are expanding our team and are offering an opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Trainee IT Support Engineer to join our team in Edenderry. The Opportunity This is a fantastic role for an IT professional who enjoys problem-solving, customer interaction, and working with a wide variety of technologies. You’ll be part of a collaborative, supportive, and highly skilled team—where your expertise will be valued and your professional development encouraged. You will work both remotely and onsite, supporting client environments, improving their systems, and ensuring seamless daily operations. About the role • Structured development role for individuals beginning their IT career. • College-based learning through an approved apprenticeship. • Hands-on experience within a busy MSP environment. • Exposure to a wide variety of technologies and support scenarios. • Direct mentorship from senior engineers. Skills & Attributes • Interest in IT and problem-solving. • Willingness to learn. • Good communication and organizational skills. • Team-focused approach. • Commitment to completing the apprenticeship program. What We Offer • Hands-on experience with modern technologies. • Mentorship and a supportive team environment. • Competitive trainee salary. • Company pension scheme. • Free onsite parking. • Employee discounts. • Bike-to-work scheme. How to Apply Submit your CV and cover letter to: careers@mtc.ie
General Operative
Be a Key Part of a Fast-Moving, Quality-Driven Manufacturing Team The Role Sofina Foods is seeking dependable and motivated General Operatives to join our production team. In this full-time, permanent role, you'll support the efficient and timely manufacture of our high-quality food products—working in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, teamwork, and reliability are essential.If you’re looking for a stable and rewarding role with opportunities to grow, this is a great place to start or build your career in food production. Pay: €14.40 per hour Your Key Responsibilities As a General Operative, you will:
Deli Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Responsible for the preparation of high quality hot and cold deli products and for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. The ideal candidate will have/be:
Shop Floor Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Merchandise, rotate and face off all stock in assigned department while maintaining hygiene and food standards. The ideal candidate will have/be: Excellent communication skills; Strong attention to detail, organised and flexible; Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team; Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative; Process orders for various departments; Merchandise and present the entire store to the highest standard at all times; Liaise with the Store Manager on changes to layouts, ends and sides and ensure changes are correctly implemented; Implement correct labelling and stock rotation procedures; Ensure deliveries are checked off in line with goods inwards procedures. Keep the back-store tidy and packed away.
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 €460+ 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 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.
Mechanical Automation and Maintenance Fitter
Role Summary: Dawn Meats Rathdowney are looking to recruit a Mechanical Automation and Maintenance Fitter (MAMF) to provide technical and problem-solving support for the plant and maintenance teams. Responsibilities The successful candidate will be based at our primary production plant in Rathdowney and their duties will include:
Electrical Apprentice
Dawn Meats Ballyhaunis has a vacancy for an Electrical Apprentice to join our Maintenance team. The Apprentice will be trained in all aspects of the Electrical apprenticeship program. The apprenticeship consists of 7 phases: 3 off-the-job and 4 on-the-job. SOLAS and the Department of Education and Science have responsibility for providing the off-the-job training, whilst your on-the job training will take place on site with the Dawn Ballyhaunis Maintenance team. Responsibilities Successful Candidates should have the following:
Quality Controller
Role Summary: Dawn Meats are currently recruiting for a Quality Control assistant to join our Quality Control team in Slane Co. Meath. Working closely with the Quality Manager and Production Supervisors to ensure that all products meet specifications, Food Safety and Legal requirements. Conducting relevant checks as required by Company policies in relation to food safety, good manufacturing practice, good hygiene practice, product specifications, etc as part of the pre-requisite and HACCP systems. Carrying out regular quality and due diligence checks against products. Responsibilities Your role will see you tackle a wide range of business challenges in a busy quality and production environment. The successful Candidate will be responsible for:
Transport Admin
Hours:- 5am - 13:30pm Tuesday to Saturday Reports to Transport Manager Duties and Responsibilities: • Be able to work as part to a team to coordinate workload and achieve set goals • Interact with our customs system • Accurately enter data into corresponding fields within various software programs • Identify and correct data entry errors using appropriate quality control methods • Perform related tasks like ordering office supplies and filing documents • Manage and organize records and files • Prepare relevant reports as needed • Answering the phones and dealing with queries in a professional manner • Dealing with customers/suppliers • Provide general data entry support across many teams on an ad-hoc bas Requirements: • 2 years of office experience • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office • Strong computer skills • Comfortable with office equipment including a computer, telephone, scanner, calculator, and photocopier • Strong attention to detail • Ability to think analytically WHO WE ARE Primeline Express are the largest independent Irish provider of express road freight between Ireland and the UK by developing an intricate understanding of the market. As a subsidiary of Primeline Group, our experienced team of experts has spent 29 years evolving and delivering tailored strategic solutions for our clients. Our extensive network allows us to provide the most comprehensive selection of flexible services across Ireland and the UK. Using a combination of best-practice, cutting-edge technology and unique insights garnered from 29 years at the top of our profession, we can manage requirements and maximise budgets within our UK-Ireland-UK Express Service, Scottish Express Service and European Import/Export Service. WHERE WE ARE GOING We are committed to driving continued growth and shaping the future of distribution at Primeline Express. By maintaining close partnerships with all our customers, we deliver unparalleled personalised service and expertise. Our dedicated team of account managers and logistics experts, along with our regular business reviews and continuous cost improvement reporting, ensures that we remain a trusted distribution partner across the FMCG, Retail, Pharma, Media, Automotive, Print, and IT sectors in both the UK and Ireland. As we look ahead, we are focused on innovating and enhancing our processes to meet the evolving needs of our clients, ensuring sustainable growth and success for all. WHAT DO WE WANT? In line with Primeline Group, our core values of respect, teamwork, results, excellence, and courage guide everything we do. We seek individuals who demonstrate empathy and appreciation for diverse perspectives, collaborate effectively with others, and are motivated by achieving outstanding results. You should be committed to continuous improvement, maintain high standards, and have the courage to take initiative and drive innovation. If you resonate with these values and are ready to contribute to a positive and dynamic work environment where everyone can thrive and succeed, we would love to hear from you.
