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Role Type: Full time Permanent Shift : 2 cycle shift, No weekends Wk1 4 x 9.5 hour day shift (6:00am to 3:30pm) Wk2 3 x 12.5 hour Night shift (6:00pm to 6:30am) Job Overview: Managing or performing work associated with converting raw materials and components into finished goods including: General production manufacturing work. Assembling finished components or parts into finished products. Setting up and operating machine tools to convert materials into parts, sub-assemblies, and assemblies. Surface finishing of parts, components, and assembled items including washing/painting/plating/anti-corrosion coating, hardening, polishing/engraving/etching, etc. Packaging materials or finished goods into containers for the purpose of protection, display, and handling Responsibilities: At the support intermediate level, this role performs a variety of routine and moderately complex tasks with increasing independence. The individual applies established job knowledge and skills to complete assigned work efficiently, recognizing the broader impact on co-workers and other departments. Responsibilities may include responding to information requests, researching basic issues, and resolving routine problems using defined procedures and judgment. This role communicates detailed and accurate information clearly to both internal and external contacts, ensuring understanding and follow-through. While most work is guided by standard processes and procedures, there is some latitude to exercise judgment in handling non-routine tasks. Work is performed with moderate supervision, with the expectation that the individual will seek guidance as needed and continue building technical and functional proficiency. Contribute to the team's success by embracing our guiding principles and behaviors and actively participating in a culture that puts our Patient first. You will demonstrate exceptional teamwork, agility, accountability, and respect, cultivating an environment where collaboration and continuous improvement thrive. Experience Required: This level requires prior experience performing similar routine tasks, with a demonstrated ability to work independently on standard assignments. Individuals are expected to have a solid understanding of functional procedures and show initiative in resolving basic problems. Typically, they have 1–2 years of relevant experience and are comfortable working with moderate supervision while applying growing judgment. Minimum Requirements:
Leakage Detection Operative
Grade and Salary Grade G (€30,917-€46,375)* The Role The Asset Operations function forms the cornerstone of service delivery to customers, protecting the environment and meeting regulatory standards as well as managing the majority of operational expenditure. The Asset Operations function has responsibility for operational and maintenance strategy, policies, planning and standard operating procedures for Water and Wastewater operations both nationally and regionally, ensuring that value for money and customer service is delivered. The Water O&M Management functional area is responsible for the national delivery of water operational services through the operation, inspection, maintenance & repair of the water treatment and network assets. The Leakage Detection sub-area is responsible for leakage detection supported by the Water Leakage Analysis and Water Conservation & Network Planning teams within the Asset Management function. The fix element of Leakage will be undertaken by internal resources in the Water Network M&R team and supplemented by third party / contractors as required. Reporting to the Leakage Detection Team Lead, the Leakage Detection Operative is responsible for monitoring Uisce Éireann pipe infrastructure using specialised equipment to measure water pressure and flow, detecting leaks in the network, and escalating these to the Team Lead. Night time working may be required in line with operational requirements in addition to out of hours working as required. Main Duties and Responsibilities CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Leakage Detection Team Lead
Grade and Salary Grade E (€49,252 - €73,877) We are Uisce Éireann. Every day, we are responsible for the delivery of secure, safe, and sustainable water services for the people of Ireland. As Ireland’s national regulated water utility, our vision is a sustainable Ireland where water is respected and protected, for the planet and all the lives it supports. Our purpose at Uisce Éireann is to rise to the challenge of delivering transformative water services that enable communities to thrive. That means we are proud to take on the responsibility of protecting our water supply and passing on a safe and secure water system to a rapidly growing population and empowering Ireland’s social and economic growth. We are passionate about empowering our people, enabling them to make a positive impact on communities across Ireland. We are guided by a shared vision and purpose, grounded in values that define who we are and shape how we work, where we deliver for customers and communities, we work better together, we do the right thing, we aim high, and we keep each other safe. Our behaviours define how we interact, communicate, and succeed together. These values and behaviours apply to each one of us, across every role, location, and level. Our goal is to attract and develop skilled and talented people from diverse backgrounds, who bring a dynamic range of expertise and insights to our work. With a strong, values-driven workforce, we ensure Uisce Éireann can continue advancing Ireland’s water services and meeting the needs of the communities we serve for generations to come. The Role: The Asset Operations function forms the cornerstone of service delivery to customers, protecting the environment and meeting regulatory standards as well as managing the majority of operational expenditure. The Asset Operations function has responsibility for operational and maintenance strategy, policies, planning and standard operating procedures for Water and Wastewater operations both nationally and regionally, ensuring that value for money and customer service is delivered. The O&M team is responsible for the national delivery of water and wastewater operational services through the operation, inspection, maintenance & repair of the water and wastewater treatment and network assets. The Regional O&M Team has a regional remit and is responsible for the regional operational management of water or wastewater treatment and network assets and the associated delivery of water/wastewater services through operational, maintenance and repair activities, while managing health and safety. The team is also responsible for the implementation of the regional operations, maintenance and repair plan that forms part of the national operations, maintenance, and repair plan, contributing to the development, management, implementation and approval of same. Managing change and transformation activities is a key aspect of this team's responsibility particularly in the initial phases as the regional operations team splits into separate water and wastewater teams and ways of working are standardised. Reporting to the Operational Area Water Conservation Lead, the Leakage Detection Team Lead will have a sub-regional remit and is responsible for overseeing the monitoring and control of leakage activity within their sub-region. The Leakage Detection Team Lead will be responsible for leading and managing the performance of the Leakage Detection teams and where required Leakage Fix teams and to provide them with the necessary direction and skills to undertake unaccounted for water (UFW) reduction activities within the water network system in order to deliver Uisce Éireann’s targets in relation to Water Conservation / Leakage Management. Nighttime working may be required in line with operational requirements in addition to out of hours and standby working as required. Main Duties and Responsibilities: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Leakage Detection Operative
Grade and Salary Grade G €30,917 - €46,375 per year We are Uisce Éireann. Every day, we are responsible for the delivery of secure, safe, and sustainable water services for the people of Ireland. As Ireland’s national regulated water utility, our vision is a sustainable Ireland where water is respected and protected, for the planet and all the lives it supports. Our purpose at Uisce Éireann is to rise to the challenge of delivering transformative water services that enable communities to thrive. That means we are proud to take on the responsibility of protecting our water supply and passing on a safe and secure water system to a rapidly growing population and empowering Ireland’s social and economic growth. We are passionate about empowering our people, enabling them to make a positive impact on communities across Ireland. We are guided by a shared vision and purpose, grounded in values that define who we are and shape how we work, where we deliver for customers and communities, we work better together, we do the right thing, we aim high, and we keep each other safe. Our behaviours define how we interact, communicate, and succeed together. These values and behaviours apply to each one of us, across every role, location, and level. Our goal is to attract and develop skilled and talented people from diverse backgrounds, who bring a dynamic range of expertise and insights to our work. With a strong, values-driven workforce, we ensure Uisce Éireann can continue advancing Ireland’s water services and meeting the needs of the communities we serve for generations to come. The Role: The Asset Operations function forms the cornerstone of service delivery to customers, protecting the environment and meeting regulatory standards as well as managing the majority of operational expenditure. The Asset Operations function has responsibility for operational and maintenance strategy, policies, planning and standard operating procedures for Water and Wastewater operations both nationally and regionally, ensuring that value for money and customer service is delivered. The Water O&M Management functional area is responsible for the national delivery of water operational services through the operation, inspection, maintenance & repair of the water treatment and network assets. The Leakage Detection sub-area is responsible for leakage detection supported by the Water Leakage Analysis and Water Conservation & Network Planning teams within the Asset Management function. The fix element of Leakage will be undertaken by internal resources in the Water Network M&R team and supplemented by third party / contractors as required. Reporting to the Leakage Detection Team Lead, the Leakage Detection Operative is responsible for monitoring Uisce Éireann pipe infrastructure using specialised equipment to measure water pressure and flow, detecting leaks in the network, and escalating these to the Team Lead. A panel will be put in place for vacancies that arise in the next 12 months. Night time working may be required in line with operational requirements in addition to working overtime as required. Main Duties and Responsibilities: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Complaints, Case Management and High Profile Escalations Coordinator
Grade and Salary Grade F (€40,438 -€60,657)* We are Uisce Éireann. Every day, we are responsible for the delivery of secure, safe, and sustainable water services for the people of Ireland. As Ireland’s national regulated water utility, our vision is a sustainable Ireland where water is respected and protected, for the planet and all the lives it supports. Our purpose at Uisce Éireann is to rise to the challenge of delivering transformative water services that enable communities to thrive. That means we are proud to take on the responsibility of protecting our water supply and passing on a safe and secure water system to a rapidly growing population and empowering Ireland’s social and economic growth. We are passionate about empowering our people, enabling them to make a positive impact on communities across Ireland. We are guided by a shared vision and purpose, grounded in values that define who we are and shape how we work, where we deliver for customers and communities, we work better together, we do the right thing, we aim high, and we keep each other safe. Our behaviours define how we interact, communicate, and succeed together. These values and behaviours apply to each one of us, across every role, location, and level. Our goal is to attract and develop skilled and talented people from diverse backgrounds, who bring a dynamic range of expertise and insights to our work. With a strong, values-driven workforce, we ensure Uisce Éireann can continue advancing Ireland’s water services and meeting the needs of the communities we serve for generations to come. The Role: Customer Operations develop, deliver, and support excellent customer experience and service to both domestic and non-domestic customers within a regulated industry. Customer Operations is responsible for managing the customer relationship with the Customer Contact Centre, ensuring timely and accurate customer billing services and effectively implementing the Uisce Eireann customer strategy. The Customer Service team will be accountable for managing and providing efficient and optimal customer service via a range of channels. This includes development and management of differentiated customer channels through which customers can engage with Uisce Éireann, providing contact and complaints management services to Domestic, Mixed Use, Small to Medium Enterprise (SME) customers and to Industrial and Commercial (I&C) customers. Reporting to the Complaints, Case Management and High Profile Escalations Lead, the Complaints, Case Management and High Profile Escalations Coordinator will support the management of aspects of customer service for UÉ including customer case management, complaints management and customer administration. Main Duties and Responsibilities: • Support the implementation of KPIs to ensure quality and consistent performance of the Customer service team (e.g., complaints resolution target of >80%) • Support the team track performance levels regarding all Escalations, Complaints, FOI and HP Complaints for non-domestic and domestic customers • Support the management of the end-to-end customer complaints capability within Uisce Éireann, including the processes around complaint classification and escalation • Work to continuously improve customer journeys, thus realising better Customer Experience resulting in improved Customer Satisfaction scores • Support the management of the Customer Experience team to monitor and analyse customer satisfaction through available escalation/complaint tools and survey results, identify operational improvement opportunities, create business case recommendations and implement approved changes proactively and regularly • Work with other functions to raise quality standards across the process and improve the quality and turnaround times of customer issues. • Handle escalated customer enquiries and complaints, ensuring timely and satisfactory resolutions • Participate in rollout of new/refined processes and training material • Support the delivery of CRU and other regulatory requirements in relation to complaints, escalations and FOI. • Support the management contact quality programme and conduct regular voice of the customer sessions with front line advisors • Participate in the customer service industry network to understand emerging initiatives, benchmark performance where applicable and position Uisce Éireann as a customer service reference point within the Irish utility groupSupport the on call rota if required. General Duties and Responsibilities • Collaboration with key internal stakeholders across the UÉ business • Responsible for promoting and delivering health and safety commitments across UÉ and its supply chain, reinforcing positive behaviours and delivering health and safety objectives and requirements to the highest industry standards. • Support the delivery of the Uisce Éireann Transformation Programme, driving results required within the Directorate and supporting organisation-wide objectives. • Conducts duties and responsibilities in accordance with Uisce Éireann’s Information Security policies, standards, processes and controls to protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of UÉ business information and delivery of critical services, in accordance with the NIS Directive and any other relevant cybersecurity regulation. • Other duties as required. Knowledge, Skills and Experience: • Relevant third level qualification and or accreditation is desirable and or relevant experience • Min 1 year relevant Experience in a similar role in the water, utilities or similar industries is desirable • Proactive, with ability to work on own initiative and with others to ensure success in the performance of a team • Proven effective time management skills with the ability to prioritise and remain focused • Proven ability to create and develop good working relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals, coupled with the ability to gain commitment from others • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey messages in a clear and concise manner • Strong Computer skills with a proficient working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook • Ability to set up ongoing processes and procedures to collect and review information • Proven experience in demonstrating respect and professionalism in work and complying with organisational policies • Flexible with regard to working in a changing environment and the ability to adjust to new work structures, processes and requirements as necessary • Proactively identifying new areas of learning and using newly gained knowledge and skills on the job • Track record in completing tasks with guidance to support customers and/or communities • Striving for quality and ensuring consistent high standards of work • Experience in following safety rules, contributing to a safe working environment CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Office Administrator/Receptionist
General Summary: Job Overview Qualcomm is seeking an Office Administrator for its Administration team based in Cork, Ireland. The candidate will be required to work onsite carrying out several responsibilities within the team and supporting the requirements of both site leadership and employees. This role is crucial in supporting employees and ensuring the smooth operational running of the office. This is an onsite 5 days a week position. Job Responsibilities Include (but not limited to): Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree.ORAssociate's degree and 2+ years of Office Administration or related work experience.ORHigh School Diploma or equivalent and 4+ years of Office Administration or related work experience.
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 Centra brand-values i.e. Proud, Energetic, Imaginative and Community-Based; 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.
2026 Agribusiness Farm & Home Store Intern
Start date February to June; minimum 3 months Unleash Your Potential with Our Internships! Join Our Early Careers Program Dive into a world of opportunities with our diverse internships across Ireland. Whether you’re available for 6, 9, or 12 months, you’ll gain invaluable work experience, be the first to hear about our Graduate program opportunities and earn a competitive salary! Description and Responsibilities You will support the Farm & Home Store team in delivering outstanding customer experiences and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. This hands-on role offers a unique opportunity to work at the heart of Kerry Agribusiness, where retail meets agriculture. Your responsibilities will include Discover Your Future with Kerry Dairy Ireland Kerry Dairy Ireland is a vertically integrated farm-to-fork business with a very substantial retail 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 28 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.
2026 Agribusiness Farm & Home Store Intern
Start date February to June; minimum 3 months Unleash Your Potential with Our Internships! Join Our Early Careers Program Dive into a world of opportunities with our diverse internships across Ireland. Whether you’re available for 6, 9, or 12 months, you’ll gain invaluable work experience, be the first to hear about our Graduate program opportunities and earn a competitive salary! Description and Responsibilities You will support the Farm & Home Store team in delivering outstanding customer experiences and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. This hands-on role offers a unique opportunity to work at the heart of Kerry Agribusiness, where retail meets agriculture. Your responsibilities will include Discover Your Future with Kerry Dairy Ireland Kerry Dairy Ireland is a vertically integrated farm-to-fork business with a very substantial retail 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 28 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.
Senior HR Advisor
Join our team at Terex and embark on an exciting opportunity as we seek a skilled and dedicated Senior HR Advisor to contribute to the team.At Terex we believe in fostering a vibrant and inclusive work culture where every person is empowered to thrive. We're dedicated to driving quality, innovation, embracing diversity, and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We're committed to excellence in everything we do, and we're seeking talented individuals who share our passion and values to join our team. Job Purpose: Terex is a fast-moving engineering company and the Cookstown site is part of the Materials Processing division. We are looking for an experienced Senior HR Advisor to lead and take accountability for the Cookstown site which currently employs 90 team members. This stand-alone role will have full responsibility and accountability for day to day HR generalist duties and initiatives, and for providing customer focused advice and support to managers, supervisors and team members in line with Terex policies, procedures and legal requirements. What you will be doing? You will advise and support supervisors and managers in all day to day operational HR matters, acting as a true business partner. Whilst managing the day to day operational aspects of HR you will also be involved in a project capacity to ensure HR is ‘adding value’ long term. This is a key role for the organisation and you will be working closely with stakeholders to understand business and operational efficiencies and in turn improve business performance by driving the people agenda to achieve business results. Responsibilities will include; •Build strong relationships with line managers and supervisors to provide business partnering support to ensure the effective and seamless delivery of end-to-end HR processes. Proactive engagement with line managers and supervisors will be a fundamental feature of the role. •Provide guidance and coaching to managers, supervisors and team members. •Support line managers and supervisors to set goals for Team Members, assess capability and drive calibration across the performance management cycle. •Build and maintain robust relationships with key stakeholders across our operational business to create a collaborative approach to people related initiatives •Management of the recruitment life cycle from inception to completion partnering with hiring managers to ensure quality of talent. •Lead change management, Team Member engagement initiatives, and Culture & Inclusion activities. •Manage the on-boarding, HR orientation & probation review processes for all new Team Members at the site •Develop and maintain HR policies and procedures and ensure they are applied consistently at the site and updated where necessary •Assist in the development and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives and instill HR practices/processes which add value •Proactively manage absence and supporting the coordination of occupational health provision •Professional Handling of disciplinary & grievance issues •Payroll administration for the site (both salaried & weekly payrolls) •Planning, organising and delivering training & development for team members at all levels * HR reporting as required for weekly, monthly and quarterly reports. Education/Qualifications; •HR related Degree advantageous. •Member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) or relevant professional qualification. •Applicants must be able to work as part of a wider HR team across sites, prioritise the heavy workload and complete tasks and objectives in a timely manner. •Applicants must have a good working knowledge of UK employment legislation and the ability to apply it in a practical manner within our manufacturing environment. Experience This is a rewarding and challenging role, requiring a CIPD qualified HR professional or at least working towards CIPD qualification, who enjoys the broad spectrum of both planned, reactive and proactive HR work. It is preferrable that you have previously worked within a manufacturing environment and have extensive employee relations experience, combined with strong NI legislation knowledge. Strong interpersonal skills and IT skills are required. Previous experience should illustrate a track record of acting as a true HR business partner where you have provided operational HR support. You will be adept at working in a fast paced environment and able to balance the operational demands of the business along with multiple project initiatives. You will be a creative individual who is able to understand how short term decisions impact the long term goals of the organisation. Note: The above description is non-exhaustive and there may be additional duties in accordance with the business requirements. This job description should be regarded as providing broad guidelines within which the team member will work.
