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Overview of role: The role of the Theatre Healthcare Assistant is to support the nursing team and consultants within Theatre. The role involves preparing Theatres for surgery, assisting in the transfer of patients to and from Theatre and ensuring that the Theatre environment is always clean and sterile. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Equal Opportunity Statement and Benefits UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. At UPMC we provide a total rewards program that is not only market competitive, but fair and provides growth opportunities for all our colleagues. Compensation – Competitive pay for the work employees do – base pay, performance related pay and premium pay where applicable. Benefits – Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents. Competitive Pension Plan, company funded Death in Service Benefit x 3 times. Critical Illness cover for all employees up to the age of 66. Performance and Recognition – Rewards for performance that supports the goals and mission of UPMC through our annual ACES programme. Work-Life Balance – Enhanced annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days. Flexible working opportunities to support you to work around external family commitments. Development and Career Opportunities – Opportunities for each employee to reach their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Deli Assistant
Who We Are Established in 2000 by parent company, Costcutter Ireland has quickly established itself at the core of community’s right across Ireland. 100% Irish owned and operated, Costcutter is Proud to be Local and proud to play its part in localities across the country. Costcutter offers three different types of stores to meet your shopping needs: Costcutter Supermarket, Costcutter Foodmarket, and Costcutter Convenience and is committed to providing a vast range of stock at great prices. Costcutter stores are owned by individual operators who are steeped in the local community. Customer service is at the heart of everything Costcutter does, all of our retail outlets offer friendly efficient service with a smile! Skills and attributes CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Shop Assistant
Who We Are Established in 2000 by parent company, Costcutter Ireland has quickly established itself at the core of community’s right across Ireland. 100% Irish owned and operated, Costcutter is Proud to be Local and proud to play its part in localities across the country. Costcutter offers three different types of stores to meet your shopping needs: Costcutter Supermarket, Costcutter Foodmarket, and Costcutter Convenience and is committed to providing a vast range of stock at great prices. Costcutter stores are owned by individual operators who are steeped in the local community. Customer service is at the heart of everything Costcutter does, all of our retail outlets offer friendly efficient service with a smile! Skills and attributes Description A Shop Assistant serves customers in a store and assists them with completing their purchases . They also help out in the store by ensuring the smooth running and proper maintenance of the sales floor, under the supervision of a Shop Manager CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Store Manager
Who We Are Established in 2000 by parent company, Costcutter Ireland has quickly established itself at the core of community’s right across Ireland. 100% Irish owned and operated, Costcutter is Proud to be Local and proud to play its part in localities across the country. Costcutter offers three different types of stores to meet your shopping needs: Costcutter Supermarket, Costcutter Foodmarket, and Costcutter Convenience and is committed to providing a vast range of stock at great prices. Costcutt Skills and attributes CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Deli Assistant
Who We Are Established in 2000 by parent company, Costcutter Ireland has quickly established itself at the core of community’s right across Ireland. 100% Irish owned and operated, Costcutter is Proud to be Local and proud to play its part in localities across the country. Costcutter offers three different types of stores to meet your shopping needs: Costcutter Supermarket, Costcutter Foodmarket, and Costcutter Convenience and is committed to providing a vast range of stock at great prices. Costcutter stores are owned by individual operators who are steeped in the local community. Customer service is at the heart of everything Costcutter does, all of our retail outlets offer friendly efficient service with a smile! Skills and attributes Description Provide a fast, friendly and efficient level of customer service. Prepare and assist with food preparation when required. Set up / replenish counters and merchandising the Deli. Ensure the regular and systematic cleaning and maintenance of the equipment in all areas of the Deli both front of house and in the kitchen. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Senior Organisational Development Administrator
Salary: £25,992 - £30,559 per annum JOB PURPOSE To support and assist the Organisational Development Manager and Business Partner with the implementation of the College’s organisational development activities. To assist in the provision of a high quality, confidential administrative support to the Organisational Development Unit. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES Employee Development • Monitor individual and group employee development application requests, arrange procurement and upload training records onto Management Information System. • Arrange the booking of trainers, venues, travel, accommodation and facilities for organisational events in accordance with College procedures. • Assist with the sourcing of trainers and facilitators and to maintain a database of same. • Assist in the planning and creation of training schedules, organising workshops and communicating course requirements and details to staff for development activities, maintaining the online training calendar in accordance with College requirements. • Coordinate the College’s designated first aid training by arranging training on a timely basis; maintaining a list of trained designated first aiders; keeping appropriate records and liaising with Payroll for first aid payments. • Organise and deliver organisational and PTL induction sessions across the College • Maintain and review induction process for all new and as appropriate promoted staff. • Ensure that induction records are maintained. • Assist in the coordination of the College’s Employee Development days. • Collate feedback and provide evaluation after learning and development activities. • Prepare reports such as staff completion rates of monthly mandatory training • Manage the Section’s email inbox ensuring all requests are responded to in a timely manner • Assist in the development of training materials. • Ensure that files, papers are prepared for meetings, conferences etc. • Establish systems and procedures to ensure that training records are accurately recorded electronically on the Management Information System and manually in accordance with College procedures. Equality • Assist in the preparation of reports and statutory returns as required including the annual Fair Employment return and Article 55 • Assist with the organisation of events to promote equality of opportunity and good relations within the College including assisting in the development of training materials. Performance Management • Assist in updating the electronic Employee Handbook and the organisational development sections on the Staff Intranet. • Ensure staff appraisal and classroom observation records are collated and updated and maintained on the Management Information System. • Ensure staff probation records are issued, collated and updated on the Management Information System. • Prepare reports on probation, appraisal and classroom observation records. • Provide administration support in the pursuit of appropriate external accreditations (e.g., Investors in People). Talent management/succession planning • Assist with initiatives that support the attraction and retention of talent ensuring an improved candidate/employee experience. • Undertake horizon scanning of relevant external developments, interpreting and promoting their potential and impact in order to promote change and innovation and improve efficiency across the College Health and Wellbeing Charter • Source and promote a broad range of health and wellbeing events and activities across the College e.g. updating and communicating Employee Perks booklet. • Assist in the development, implementation and evaluation of College health and wellbeing needs, assessments and surveys. • Assist with the development, delivery and evaluation of initiatives to support the College’s Health and Wellbeing Programme. • Service the Trauma Informed Practice Working Group or other meetings as required. Internal Communications/Engagement • Provide support with internal communication activities, liaising with the Marketing team in the design of engaging communication materials. • Offer ideas and suggestions to the regular communications’ programme to staff to share good practice and emerging trends around organisational development activities Administration / secretarial • Carry out a range of clerical duties including typing confidential reports, letters and correspondence as required. • Participate in the interchange of duties to ensure flexibility and contingency in the case of annual leave, sickness etc. within the wider HRD Team. • Maximise the successful implementation of the policies and procedures through effective use of the Management Information System. • Assist in the development and preparation of reports as required by the College and/or External Agencies. GENERAL • Participate in the enrolment cover rota • May be required to undertake work outside normal working hours on occasions. • Provide reports oral and written as required. • Ensure that all documentation and authorisation procedures are adhered to. Conditions • Promote the College positively at all times. • Abide by all College procedures and ensure these are implemented in area of responsibility. • Within the context of the post, ensure full compliance with College health and safety requirements. • Within the context of the post, ensure full compliance with College equality requirements. • Any other duties appropriate to the grade and post, as assigned. The location of the post will reflect the needs of the College and may be changed subject to the requirements of the College. Duties may change as the College develops, therefore the person appointed will be expected to be flexible in relation to duties performed as required. It is anticipated that the post-holder will be required to adopt a flexible approach to the duties and responsibilities as outlined in this Job Description. This is a description of the job as it is at present constituted. It is the practice of the College to periodically examine employees’ job descriptions and to update them to ensure that they relate to the job as then being performed or to incorporate whatever changes are being proposed. This procedure is normally carried out through discussions between the post holder and the line manager. It is the College’s aim to reach agreement to reasonable changes following consultation with the post holder. Personnel Specification Applicants must as a minimum, meet the essential eligibility criteria listed below. Eligibility Criteria Essential 1. A minimum of 1 year (within the last 5) relevant administrative experience within a Learning and Development, Training, Human Resources or similar environment. 2. Proficient IT skills and experience in the use of Microsoft Office 3. GCSE English (Grade A*-C) or Essential/Key Skill Level 2 in Communication or equivalent. 4. GCSE Mathematics (Grade A*-C) or Essential/Key Skill Level 2 in Application of Number or equivalent Desirable 1. Studying towards or willing to study towards a Level 3 CIPD qualification or higher. SRC will fund the successful candidate if they do not possess a Level 3 CIPD qualification. Other Essential Criteria The role may entail travel between sites, and you are required to demonstrate how you are able to meet this requirement, e.g., whether you hold a full (i.e.) not provisional, current driving licence which enables you to drive in Northern Ireland, and a car for official business, or have access to a form of transport which will enable you to meet the requirements of the post.
Metal Fabrication Apprentice
First Year Apprentice Vacancy First year apprentice required for fabrication workshop, the role includes 1) Reading drawings and cut lists 2) Cutting plate and hollow sections 3) Loading material into welding jigs 4) Cleaning fabricated material 5) Assembling final products Must have good English, safepass and manual handling training Profile of Craft The Metal Fabricator’s job includes the reading of drawings, working with materials such as low carbon steel, stainless steel, alloy steel and aluminium. The fabricator is involved in such industries as constructional steel, pressure vessel, tank and boiler manufacture, ship building and ship repair also general engineering. The skills required are wide and varied. They include skills such as measuring, marking out, cutting and welding materials using different processes and assembly techniques. The Metal Fabricator will spend some time outdoors and may be required to work on heights. At the end of the apprenticeship, the craftsperson will be able to demonstrate competence in the following skills: Core Skills Use, care and safety on the following machines and equipment: • Guillotine • Press brake • Rolls • Ironworker • Mechanical saws • Drills • Cutting • Forming • Welding Operations involve mechanical and thermal cutting, marking, drilling,notching, bending, rolling, forming and welding using various materials Pattern development Parallel line, radial line and triangulation methods Specialist Skills • Oxy-fuel gas cutting and plasma cutting • Welding processes using: Oxy-fuel; MMA; MIG/MAG; TIG/TAG • Rolling, bending and forming various materials Generic Skills Workshop practice including: • Safe use and maintenance of tools and equipment • Marking out • Drilling • Tapping • Riveting Technical drawing: • Interpretation of first and third angle projections • Isometric, oblique and free hand sketching Personal Skills • Communications • Customer relations • Adaptability • Ability to work as a team member • Ability to work independently • Initiative • Problem solving • Planning • Information gathering • Quality systems • Safety
Mushroom Operatives
Green Field Mushrooms Limited seeking 2 Mushroom Operatives Responsible for harvesting, sorting, and packing mushrooms in a production environment. The role involves working efficiently and carefully to ensure high-quality standards are met while maintaining hygiene and safety procedures. Key Responsibilities: Harvest mushrooms by hand with care to avoid damage Sort and grade mushrooms based on size and quality Pack mushrooms according to specifications Clean and maintain work areas and equipment Follow health, safety, and hygiene regulations Work as part of a team to meet daily targets 39 Hours per week €16.77 per hour Salary €34000 annually Apply Via Email:corduff@live.ie
First Level Controller (Grade V)
About the Role Reporting to the Auditor, duties of the First Level Controller will include: • Processing and appraising expenditure claims by European Territorial Communities (ETC) Projects • Carrying out verification checks on declared expenditure, including on-the-spot checks where necessary; • Assisting with financial management. • Dealing with enquiries from approved projects and project partners and • Assisting the Auditor or other senior officers. The above specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. The Ideal Candidate Candidates will demonstrate through their application form and at the interview that he/she has: • A satisfactory understanding of the Assembly’s purpose and priorities and have a knowledge of public service organisation in Ireland. • Dedication to providing quality and excellent service. • Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills. • Ability to take ownership of issues/tasks and work on own initiative. • Ability to work as part of a team with strong customer service focus. • Ability to work under pressure. • Flexibility regarding working hours, with occasional unsociable hours and a willingness to travel internationally as required. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a positive and professional attitude. • Must be committed to self-development and be enthusiastic about acquiring new skills and embracing new technologies; and • A current, full driving licence and have access to own car. Essential Requirements 1. Character: Candidates shall be of good character. 2. Health: Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Education, Training, Experience, Etc.: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms – (i) (a) have obtained at least Grade D (or a Pass), in Higher or Ordinary Level, in five subjects (or four subjects if Irish is included) from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Established Leaving Certificate Examination or Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme including Irish and/or English and one of the following: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics) and (b) have obtained at least Grade C (or Honours) in higher level (or Honours) papers in three subjects in that examination (or two subjects if Irish and/or one of the following is included: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics) or (ii) Have obtained a comparable standard in an equivalent examination, or (iii) Hold a third level qualification of at least degree standard. 4. Skills • A relevant accounting/financial qualification and/or at least 2 years relevant experience in the area of finance/audit • Experience of office organisation • Strong communication, external relations and networking skills • Computer literacy 5. Desirable Requirements Knowledge and experience of EU-funded programmes, preferably on Structural Funds and/or crossborder, transnational or inter-regional co-operation or other ETC programmes Key Competencies for the post include the following and candidates will be expected to demonstrate sufficient evidence within their application form of competence under each of these. Please take particular note of these when completing the application form as any short-listing or interview processes will be based on the information provided by the candidates: Communication & Personal Effectiveness • Have effective written and verbal skills. • Take initiative and be open to taking on new challenges or responsibilities. • Manage time and workload effectively. • Maintain a positive and constructive and enthusiastic attitude to their role. Problem Solving & Decision Making • Gathers and analyses information from relevant sources, whether financial, numerical or otherwise, weighing up a range of critical factors. • Takes account of broader issues, agendas, sensitivities and related implications when making decisions. • Uses previous knowledge and experience in order to guide decisions. • Uses judgement to make sound decisions with a well-reasoned rationale and stands by these. • Puts forward solutions to address problems. Delivering Results • Translate the business or team plan into clear priorities and actions for the area of responsibility. • Plan work and allocation of staff and other resources effectively. • Implement high quality service and customer care standards. • Make decisions in a timely and well-informed manner Local Government and Regional Assembly - Knowledge & Understanding • Knowledge of the structure and functions of local government and regional assemblies. • Knowledge of EU Institutions, EU policies, Cohesion policy. • Practical understanding of economic, environmental, social and physical development issues at EU, national, regional and local level. • Knowledge of current issues and challenges affecting the Assembly and advocate practical approaches to addressing them. • Clear and realistic views of future trends and strategic direction of the regional assembly. • Understanding the role of the First Level Controller. Appointment A panel will be established for the post of First Level Controller (Grade V) which will be used to fill both permanent and temporary vacancies which may arise during the lifetime of the panel. The Regional Assembly shall require a person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of not more than one month and if he/she fails to take up the appointment within such period or such longer period as the Regional Assembly in its absolute discretion may determine, the Regional Assembly shall not appoint him/her. Duration The position is full-time and permanent, subject to one year’s probationary period. Reporting Relationship The First Level Controller will report to the Auditor of the Regional Assembly as instructed by the Assistant Director. Superannuation Persons who become pensionable officers of a Regional Assembly, who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of the State Pension Contributory). Persons who become pensionable officers of a Regional Assembly who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required, in respect of their superannuation, Regional Assembly to contribute to the Regional Assembly at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. Widows and Orphans/Spouses and Children’s Scheme All persons who become pensionable officers of a Regional Assembly are required, in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and children’s Contributory Pension) Scheme, 1986 to contribute to the Regional Assembly at the rate of 1.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of State Pension contributory) in accordance with the terms of the Scheme. Salary The salary is analogous to Grade V, which is currently €51,210 - €61,252 inclusive of long service increments. Travel & Subsistence Travel and subsistence costs arising in the course of official duties will be payable at Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government rates. Place of Work The HQ of the Regional Assembly is in Ballaghadereen Co. Roscommon. Probation/Performance Review Where a person who is not already a permanent officer of a Regional Assembly or Local Authority is appointed, the following provisions shall apply: - a) There shall be a period after appointment during which the appointee will hold the position on probation. b) Such period shall be one year and may be extended at the discretion of the Director. c) Such person shall cease to hold the office at the end of the period of probation unless during such period the Director has certified that the service of such person is satisfactory based on the recommendation of the relevant Supervisor. d) Employment may be terminated during the probationary period should service be deemed by the Director to be unsatisfactory. Annual Leave Annual leave entitlement is 30 days per annum exclusive of public and bank holidays. Working Hours The normal hours of work will be 35 hours per week. The Regional Assembly reserves the right to alter the hours of work from time to time.
Finance Officer
** Please read the recruitment pack before completing your application ** Job Summary Reporting to the Finance and Monitoring Officer, the post holder will be responsible for the financial administration and compliance of Programmes, within the Unit for example, but not limited to, Peace, Strategic Investment Fund and Financial Assistance. The postholder will assist in the development, implementation and review of all financial administrative systems, processes and documentation related to the Grants and Funding Unit to ensure full compliance with legal, audit, Council and funder requirements. Hours of work Hours of work are: 20 hours per week. The post holder must be prepared to work outside normal office hours, including evenings, weekends, and Public and extra Statutory Holidays for which the appropriate payment will be made or time in lieu granted if relevant. Duration of Appointment Permanent. Reserve List Whilst the Council are recruiting for permanent Finance Officer, please note that a reserve list will be compiled for future permanent, temporary, full time and part time posts for Finance Officer positions across the Council District. Work Pattern 20 hours per week Monday – Friday. Working pattern to be agreed with successful candidate. Hours of work are kept under review and may change in order to meet operational requirements, providing requisite notice. Location Location is McGrath House, Newry or Downshire Civic Centre, Downpatrick. The post holder may be required to transfer to other locations in accordance with any requirements stated in the Job Description, any reviews of service delivery or other requirements as may arise from time to time. Any amendments made to work location will be implemented following appropriate consultation and provision of reasonable notice. Salary SO2, SCP 28-30, currently £37,938 - £39,513 per annum based on a 36 hour week (pro rata to hours worked).
