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Responsibilities We are currently recruiting for a Fitter on a 2-year Fixed Term Contract. Reporting to the Final Assembly Foreman, the ideal candidate will be highly motivated self- starter, dependable and can manage multiple tasks simultaneously. The candidate will have excellent attention to detail and have good communication skills. This position requires flexibility to work shift work. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Benefits We offer a competitive salary, pension scheme, training and development opportunities, subsidised canteen, retailer discounts, travel opportunities, sports and social club, cycle to work scheme and if that isn’t enough, we have an early finish on a Friday!
Civil Engineering Technician Apprentice
First Year Apprentice Vacancy We are seeking an entrant to begin this role with us from September 2026 This is an exciting new initiative, creating an alternative career path to the Civil Engineering profession in Ireland. Why should a student choose this apprenticeship? • Interest in practical and hands on engineering. • Earn while you learn apprenticeship model. • Excellent employment prospect in a varied and exciting industry • Help Ireland achieve its social and environmental commitments. • Be part of the profession tasked with the creation, improvement, and protection of the environment in a sustainable manner. • Create infrastructure and spaces that make a tangible difference to people’s lives.
Operations & Construction Supervisor
Empara Construction of Carndonagh are currently recruiting for an Operations & Construction Supervisor . This is an exciting role for someone with strong organisational skills and an interest in construction, offering a varied position supporting day-to-day operations and site teams. 🔧 Key Responsibilities
Office Administrator
National Automation, a FAAC Technologies brand and one of Ireland’s leading distributors of automation and electronic security solutions, is seeking to recruit a Full-Time Office Administrator to join our team based in Boyle, Co. Roscommon. The successful candidate will ideally have experience working in a fast-paced office environment and will demonstrate flexibility, self-motivation, strong attention to detail, and excellent written, verbal, and computer skills. WHO WE ARE National Automation is part of FAAC Technologies, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of automation and access control solutions. Through our strong market position and commitment to innovation, National Automation has become one of Ireland’s leading distributors of automation and electronic security products, supplying professional integrators and resellers across the Island of Ireland. THE ROLE The primary focus of this role is to deliver outstanding customer service at all times. Key responsibilities include welcoming visitors and directing them appropriately, answering incoming phone calls, responding to emails, preparing documentation, maintaining office records and files, and carrying out general administrative duties as required. Experience in basic accounting procedures or marketing support would be considered an advantage. This is a varied and fast-moving role with a broad range of responsibilities. You will work alongside a dedicated office support team, helping to maximise customer service standards and response times. The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to perform consistently in a busy environment while maintaining a high level of professionalism and customer care. Strong IT skills are essential, particularly in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel. Experience using INTACT software would also be beneficial. THE PERSON The successful candidate will be highly motivated and committed to developing their skills and progressing within the role over the long term. The ability to work independently, a willingness to learn, strong interpersonal skills, and a positive, team-focused attitude are all essential qualities. Comprehensive training and ongoing support will be provided. This role offers excellent long-term career potential within a respected and market-leading brand known for delivering best-in-class solutions to our customers. REWARDS ON OFFER The salary scare for this position is between €30K and €35K depending on experience. Other rewards on offer for the successful Candidate include; 20 Days Holiday rising to 26 days year on year in the 1st 7 years (Pro Rata in year one), Statutory Sick Pay Scheme & Flexi Leave Scheme.Office Hours; Five days per week; 09.00 to 17.30 Monday to Thursday, 09.00 to 16.30 Fridays. Applications are accepted via the “Apply To Position” button above and will be treated in the strictest confidence. National Automation, a FAAC Technologies brand, is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Metal Fabrication Apprentice
First Year Apprentice Vacancy Buttimer Engineering are a diversified engineering company, specialising in bulk materials handling systems and high-quality steel fabrication serving clients in Ireland, the UK and beyond. We operate across a range of industries such as Pharma, Food and Data Centres, providing design, fabrication, procurement, installation, maintenance, project management and engineering services. Based in Tipperary, Ireland since 1978, the Company’s people, values and culture have been instrumental in the success of the business to date. What makes us different is that while we continue to grow our business we have still maintained that small company feel to our culture which enables us to ensure that our employees are always front and centre in everything we do. We are currently looking to hire Metal Fabrication Apprentice to join our experienced team. As an Apprentice you will be guided and supported and will get the opportunity to work on leading-edge projects across our sectors to deliver excellence to our clients. Candidates must; Be enthusiastic with a positive attitude Strong work ethic Willing to learn new skills Good team player Punctual & respectful Appreciate the important of adherence to all safety & quality regulations Live and breathe our core values The minimum requirements are as follows; Must be 16 years or older Minimum educational requirements are: Grade D in five subjects in the Department of Education & Skills Junior Certificate Examination or an approved equivalent Candidates will be required to complete an interview If you are interested in this role, please apply by sending your CV to Human Resources hr@buttimer.com
Logistics Associate Apprentice
Locations: Rosslare Co. Wexford and Sandyford Dublin 18 About us: Ocean and General Maritime Agencies Limited (OGMA) is an Irish liner agency providing liner representation, customs consultancy, forwarding, and warehousing services. The company has represented the Grimaldi Group in Ireland since 1988, offering full RoRo and LoLo capabilities for all cargo types. The company operates services from Cork, Dublin, and Rosslare, including the Euromed Service and a new Finnlines route between Rosslare and Zeebrugge, enhancing direct links to continental Europe. Through Euromed Ireland Logistics Ltd, the company also manages an 80,000 m² terminal in Cork, providing nationwide distribution, storage, and automotive logistics. OGMA delivers reliable, professional logistics solutions with regular departures and strong international connectivity. Job description: We are currently recruiting Import/Export Operator Apprentices for our offices in Rosslare and Dublin. As part of the apprenticeship, you will be trained in how to manage import and export cargo, from the initial booking to the consignee receiving goods. You will gain experience preparing Bills of Lading and customs clearance and will be responsible for creating bookings and liaising with customers regarding delivery and documentation. You will gain exposure to the reporting and operations of a major shipping Line, which is a very solid foundation to learn about freight forwarding and logistics. Responsibilities; * • Ship Agent Duties * • Create bookings, * • Liaise with customers re delivery/collection of goods, * • Arranging customs documents, Bills of Lading, * • Ensuring correctness in the flow of information to customers and the Line, * • Deal with customer quires, * • Ad hoc duties as prescribed by management, Position Requirements: * • Valid driver’s licence — required for travel as part of the role * • Fluent spoken and written English * • Ability to commute to the job location * • Comfortable working fully onsite * • Available to start immediately * • To be local to Rosslare/Surrounding Wexford area, or Sandyford Dublin (willingness to travel to Rosslare for Agency) * • Experience in shipping industry is a Distinct Advantage, * • Ability to multitask within a busy environment, * • Good Microsoft Office Skills, * • Good communication skills, daily interaction with global offices and customers, * • A flexible positive attitude. Applicant must meet one of the LAA programme entry criteria: • H7/O6 or above in five leaving certificate (or equivalent) subjects. A minimum of grade O6 must be obtained in English. A minimum of grade O6 or a B2 or above in Foundation level must be obtained in mathematics. • Holders of a QQI Level 5 or Level 6 (or equivalent) in cognate areas (e.g. business, logistics and distribution, supply chain management, etc • Applicants may also be eligible to become apprentices via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Benefits * • Earn a full time salary while you learn * • Study tuition free one day per week at TU Dublin or MTU Cork to complete the QQI Level 6 Higher Certificate in Logistics * • Receive mentoring from industry experts and gain hands on experience
Village Content Producer
Village Content Producer - Ireland Longford Forest | Up to €33,500 per annum We're a thriving team passionate about working together to deliver excellence, all in a natural forest environment. Are you a creative storyteller with a passion for social media, content creation, and popular culture? Do you thrive on bringing brands to life through compelling digital content? If so, this could be your next adventure. We're looking for a proactive, creative, and digitally fluent Village Marketing & Content Executive to lead and support the delivery of our social media, brand, and content strategy across our villages. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role where creativity meets collaboration—and no two days are the same. You'll be at the heart of our storytelling, crafting scroll‑stopping content, spotting emerging trends, and embedding our brand into culture, all while maintaining the highest standards of quality and brand consistency. What you'll be doing Our values Each colleague at Center Parcs is involved in building better worlds for our guests, colleagues, communities and our environment. Contributing to our purpose means living out our values : We care, we're brave, we're determined and we're naturally us. Sound like your kind of job? Apply online today – interviews taking place week commencing 29th June 2026 Closing date: 25th June 2026 #IN
Multidrop Delivery Driver
About the Role We are currently looking for a Multidrop Delivery Driver to join the Arrabawn Fresh Milk team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working independently, being out on the road, and building positive relationships with customers. Our drivers play a vital role in delivering fresh dairy products across the region - from cafés to shops, restaurants, and hotels. We start early in the morning, which means you finish early too - giving you more time to enjoy your day outside of work. What You’ll Be Doing · Delivering Arrabawn Fresh Milk and dairy products to customers on your assigned route · Merchandising products where required · Completing delivery documentation, invoices, and returns accurately · Building and maintaining strong relationships with customers · Representing the Arrabawn brand with professionalism and care every day What We’re Looking For Experience & Skills · Full clean B or C driving licence (essential) · Experience in van sales, retail, or multi-drop delivery is an advantage, but not essential · Good organisational skills and attention to detail Personal Qualities · Friendly, customer-focused, and approachable · A team player who enjoys working with others · Reliable, flexible, and willing to learn · Takes pride in their work and delivering a great service Why Join our Team? We offer more than just a driving job - we offer a supportive and rewarding career: ✅ Early start, early finish – great work-life balance ✅ Full training provided and ongoing support ✅ Opportunity to gain your C licence (if you currently hold a B licence) ✅ Regular routes with familiar customers ✅ Strong team support and experienced colleagues ✅ All equipment provided (van, workwear, PPE) ✅ Be part of a trusted and well-established local brand
Sales Assistant
Aurivo Coop is a large multipurpose Cooperative engaged in a wide range of activities including dairy processing, liquid milk distribution, animal feed milling, retail stores, ecommerce, garden centres, livestock marketing and sports nutrition. In Aurivo our values define how we operate, employing over 700 people directly and providing employment for many others in wide range of activities including transport & distribution. Opportunity Reporting to the Homeland Branch Manager, the successful candidate will work as part of a close-knit team to ensure an excellent customer experience is provided to all Homeland customers. This position has growth opportunities for the successful candidate who demonstrates a drive and a will to go the extra mile in their daily operations. Key Responsibilities · Dealing with customers queries, ensuring customer retention and maintaining customer satisfaction · Dealing with transactions including cash management · Inventory management and stock control · Merchandising ensuring all area’s of the store are presented to highest standard · Developing a working knowledge of the Core system · Adhoc tasks, duties and projects as required The ideal candidate will have · Previous retail/sales experience in working in Agri an advantage · Ability to engage and prioritise customer needs · Strong communication skills · An ability to work on own initiative and as part of team · Good computer skills · Drive and willingness to be flexible · Desirable knowledge of the agricultural sector
Administrative Officer
The Administrative Officer is a management position within the local authority, and is assigned responsibility for the day-to-day administration and management of one or more sections or departments handling specific areas of the Councils activities, including the management of employees. He/she contributes to and implements strategic and policy decisions of the Council, through ensuring the implementation of operational plans. The appointee will be expected to work closely with senior managers and elected representatives in delivering services to the highest standard and contribute to the development and implementation on strategies and policies. The Administrative Officer is the primary point of contact and liaison with other departments or directorates in relation to all operational matters for the service delivery section or sections for which they are responsible. Appointees will be required to carry out their duties with an understanding of the political context of local government, and in a manner that enhances public trust and confidence and ensures impartial decision making. Appointments: A panel may be formed on the basis of interviews, from which both permanent and/or temporary offers of employment may be made. Salary: €61,217 - €79,583 - with annual increments payable subject to satisfactory overall performance, attendance, etc. Offers of appointment to persons who are not serving local authority employees will be based on the minimum of this scale. Where the person being appointed is a serving local authority employee, normal starting pay rules will apply. Annual Leave: 30 days per annum Hours of Work: While the normal working week will constitute 35 hours, the appointee will be required to work the hours directed by the Chief Executive of Kerry County Council, which will include hours outside of the normal working day associated with the responsibilities and requirements of the post. A flexible working hours system is in operation. Duties & Responsibilities The key duties and responsibilities of the post of Administrative Officer include:- Eligibility Criteria Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons who wish to be considered for inclusion on panels from which vacancies for Administrative Officer may be filled. Panel A (Confined to the Local Authority Sector) This panel will comprise of successful candidates from within the Local Authority Sector, i.e. candidates who are serving employees of a Local Authority or Regional Assembly. Panel B (Open) This panel will comprise of all successful candidates in order of merit and may include candidates serving in a Local Authority, Regional Assembly and external candidates. Panel C (Confined to Kerry County Council) This panel will comprise of successful candidates who are serving employees of Kerry County Council. Character: Each candidate must be of good character. 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. Citizenship: Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: a) a citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA), or The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway b) a citizen of the United Kingdom (UK), or c) a citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons, or d) a non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa, or e) a person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa, or f) a non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa Education/ experience, etc.: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: Panel A (a) be a serving employee in a local authority, or regional assembly and (b) have satisfactory experience at a level not lower than that of Assistant Staff Officer, and have not less than two years’ satisfactory experience either in that post or at a level not lower than that of Clerical Officer, and (c) possess a good standard of administrative experience and adequate experience in office organisation and in the control of staff Panel B (a) have a good general standard of education, and (b) have proven and relevant experience in administrative procedures including practical experience in work of an administrative nature, office organisation, and control of staff Panel C (a) be a serving employee of Kerry County Council and (b) have satisfactory experience at a level not lower than that of Assistant Staff Officer, and have not less than two years’ satisfactory experience either in that post or at a level not lower than that of Clerical Officer, and (c) possess a good standard of administrative experience and adequate experience in office organisation and in the control of staff Essential Skills In addition to meeting the eligibility criteria set out above, candidates must be able to demonstrate that they possess the following knowledge, experience, skills and competencies. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate sufficient evidence within their application form of competence under each of these. Please take 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. Knowledge, Experience & Skills · Knowledge and understanding of the structure and functions of local government · Knowledge of current local government issues, priorities and concerns and the strategic direction of local government · Understanding of the role of an Administrative Officer · Relevant administrative experience at a sufficiently high level · Experience of managing and supervising staff, including managing performance · Experience of compiling, preparing and presenting reports, presentations, correspondence, etc. · Effective budget and financial and resource management skills · Knowledge and experience of operating ICT systems Management and Change · Think and act strategically · Develop and maintain positive, productive and beneficial working relationships · Effectively manage the introduction of change and demonstrate flexibility and openness to change Delivering Results · Contribute to the development of operational plans and lead the development of team plans · Plan and prioritise work and resources effectively · Establish high quality service and customer care standards · Make timely, informed and effective decisions and show good judgement and balance in making decisions or recommendations Leading and Motivating, and Managing Performance · Lead, motivate and engage employees to achieve quality results and to deliver on operational plans · Effectively manage performance Communicating Effectively · Have effective verbal and written communication skills Personal Effectiveness · Take initiative and seek opportunities to exceed goals · Manage time and workload effectively and operate in an environment with significant complexity and pace · Maintain a positive, constructive and enthusiastic attitude to their role
