Jobs in Derry
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Are you a caring individual looking to start your career as an Optical Assistant? You’ve come to the right place. We aren’t looking for people with years of experience and heaps of qualifications, just passionate, hard-workers ready to confidently welcome and help customers as they walk through our doors. And once you’ve found your feet as a Trainee Optical Assistant, you don’t just have to stop there. We have plenty of professional training and development in other business areas, as well as the support of experienced Opticians and Technicians supporting you on your journey. So whatever you want your career to look like, you can bring it to life at Specsavers. Location - Derry Crescent Link/Ferryquay What’s on Offer? As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include: Find out more If you’re ready and raring to join our team and drive our practice forward, we can’t wait to hear from you. You just need to be passionate, a great team worker and communicator, confident in using IT systems, and have an ability to adapt.
Receptionist
Who are we? Situated in a beautiful setting in Derry City with panoramic views of the river Foyle and only steps away from the famous city walls, shops, bars, restaurants. Facilities include 158 bedrooms, extensive conference & banqueting facilities for up to 450 guests, a leisure centre with swimming pool, steam room and gym, secure parking. What is in it for you? A day in the life of… As a hotel receptionist, you will be the first and last point of contact for our guests, ensuring a smooth check in/out process for all. Ensure the Front Office Manager is kept fully aware of any relevant feedback from guests and other departments. Maximise room occupancy and use up-selling techniques to promote hotel services and facilities. Comply with hotel security, fire regulations and all health and safety legislation. Based in the City Hotel Derry you will be part of a team of passionate people who know that being the best doesn’t always mean working around the clock. What do we need from you? To be successful in this role, you will be passionate about providing an exceptional guest experience and living through our brand standards. At The City Hotel Derry we look for personality over experience, so it goes without saying that you will have bags of personality and a real flair for hospitality. Interested? Click apply and start your journey with City Hotel today. Your dream job awaits…
HR Case Advisor
At Fujitsu, we've been driven to create a sustainable world through innovation since 1935. Today, we lead in digital transformation globally with our 130,000 employees across 50+ countries. We empower our diverse community to achieve greatness through career development and opportunities. Explore our internal positions and join us in shaping a brighter future. Thank you for being a part of Fujitsu. We look forward to growing together toward a brighter future. Location : Derry/ Londonderry Duration : Fixed Term Contract to May 2027 Are you interested in developing your knowledge of HR Case Management, developing both HR knowledge, technical and personal skills to deliver a critical HR service to our business? Can you communicate effectively, interpret Policy/Guidelines appropriately, and work closely with the wider HR function; coach and influence managers and deliver effective outcomes. Do you want to be part of a collaborative, supportive team that is focused on coaching and influencing managers, continuing to evolve our HR policies and processes and providing professional employee relations support to line managers, employees and HR Business Partners to ensure consistency and to deliver results across the business. We are looking for a HR Advisor to deliver an outstanding Case Management service to the business, ensuring we adhere to Company policies, deliver a positive employee experience and coach managers to effectively manage their teams. Your role will involve providing remote support to our colleagues on short-term and long-term absence including Attendance Improvement, Occupational Health Referrals, ‘virtual’ home visits, medical redeployment, General Income Protection and Early Intervention Services, capability support (both attendance and performance related), performance management and disciplinary and grievance cases. You will also provide support with mediation, Settlement Agreements and small or one-off redundancy programs. You will be aligned to a business area, and able to forge excellent relationships with HR Business Partners and line managers. Within the team, you will also be part of a continued programme to improve operating efficiencies in how we support absence and performance processes. This role will help you to grow your employee relations’ expertise, HR advisory skillset and develop your resilience, professional judgement and team-working. It is a great foundation to progress your career into more senior HR Generalist or Specialist roles. Your experience: Reporting directly to the HR Case Advisor Team Lead, you will be allocated a business area to work directly with managers as well as regularly liaising with the HR Business Partner. Training, coaching and support will be provided to ensure success in this role. The team spends 2 days per week together in the office in Derry (Monday and Thursday) and the rest of the time you can choose to work remotely. Please note: It’s still worth applying even if you do not meet all the requirements above. We are passionate about investing in you and your career and if you have the transferable skills/ background in HR this could be the next opportunity for you. Your benefits: 26 Days annual leave plus public holidays (3 flexible) Pension – Double matching contributions of up to 10% Life assurance Companywide incentive plans Your choices (Flexible benefits such as increased holidays/ travel/ dental critical illness and more) Perks at work – employee discounts Employee assistance programme/ virtual GP
Team Member
Costa Coffee requires a Full Flexible Team Member for our store in Coleraine. At Costa Coffee we are as passionate about our people as we are our great coffee! Being a part of our team gives you the chance to learn new skills in coffee excellence whilst letting your personality shine through. As a Costa Barista you receive full training in delivering every customer with an unbeatable coffee experience, through great customer service and great coffee. Are you: -
Domiciliary Home Careworkers
Job Opportunity Derry/Londonderry,Limavady & or Strabane (FTC 3 Months) Home Care Workers – Morning Runs (7am-2pm), Tea Runs (2pm-7pm) & Bed Runs (7-11pm) available. Ref: W/HCW/DLS/2197 £13.00 per hour (Mon-Fri plus Mileage) £13.60 per hour (Sat & Sun plus Mileage) Part-time (12hr/20 hour) & Full-time contracts available Requirements: Interested? A full job description and details of how to apply can be found at: https://bryson.getgotjobs.co.uk/home Or call us on: 028 7132 1989 Closing date: 30th October 2026 at 12pm “Please note a satisfactory Access NI Enhanced / Standard disclosure or Garda Clearance is required prior to commencement of employment” We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Team Lead
Job Opportunity – Team Lead Team Lead – Domiciliary Care (Ref: W/TL/D/10) Full Time – Permanent 35 hours per week Monday to Friday £25,951.85 plus mileage & benefits Job Purpose: Primarily Field based in Waterside, Cityside, Limavady & Strabane areas as required. Application: For more information, please contact the Human Resources Department Tel: (028) 7132 1989 or email: recruit@brysongroup.org Application packs are downloadable from https://bryson.getgotjobs.co.uk/home Closing date for receipt of completed applications is 30th October 2026 at 12 noon. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Economic Development Officer
Location: You will be based in the Council Offices at 7 Connell Street, Limavady, BT49 0HA however, when required you will be asked to work flexibly throughout the Council areas, ensuring that resources are deployed effectively and in order to respond to service priorities and to facilitate professional development. Responsible for: The following functions and services, in accordance with the organisational structure and the staff employed to deliver these services. • Supporting the Business Development Manager in the creation of an enterprise culture for the Borough. Work pattern: 37 hours per week, Monday – Friday By its nature the post will require flexible working, for example, work outside normal office hours, including evening meetings and weekends as required. Tenure: This is a permanent post. Main Purpose of Post 1. Planning, leading and implementing a wide range of local economic development projects to stimulate business growth, promote entrepreneurial activity and support local business development, in line with Council’s strategic priorities. 2. Engaging directly with businesses to understand challenges and bringing forward initiatives to support business sustainability and growth. 3. Developing networks and collaborative partnerships both across the council and with external agencies, in the public and private sectors, to ensure a strategic, sustained, and co-ordinated approach to economic development. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Effectively engage and work collaboratively with local businesses and a range of other key stakeholders to identify their needs, build sustainable working relationships and address barriers to enterprise activity and business growth. Develop a range of targeted initiatives based on local business engagement and marketplace intelligence, to create business development opportunities and stimulate new and existing growth and investment within the borough. Manage delivery of programmes to support pre-start, business start, growth and scaling including provision of support to individuals/organisations in the social economy sector. Draft reports, corporate briefings, policy/consultation responses, speeches for council members and prepare committee reports. Develop and manage appropriate forms of communication to promote the work of the team including website, promotional materials, newsletters, press briefings and digital campaigns. Plan and assist with workshops, conferences, presentations, exhibitions, launches and other signature events. Represent the Business Development Manager as required. Undertake relevant procurement exercises and effectively contract manage allocated projects in line with agreed outcomes, ensuring appropriate financial and project management by delivery agents. Support delivery agents in complying with Letter of Offer terms, verify project expenditure and vouch claims received ensuring compliance with conditions of funding and audit requirements. Prepare claims for drawdown of funds from external funders and monitor income and expenditure on funded programmes. Operate within agreed budget limits and timescales and raise and deliver orders through the Councils finance system. Administer both Council and externally funded grant programmes including animation, pre-application support, assessment, and award, in partnership with Council’s Funding Unit. Conduct effective research and consultation and collate information to enable evidence-based decision making in respect of future economic development initiatives. Participate in the formulation, implementation and evaluation of the business plan and relevant service plans, responding to emerging needs. Updating Customer Relationship Management System (CRM) for purposes of logging client and programme information and reporting and reviewing operational delivery performance. General 1. By its nature the post will require flexible working to meet the needs of the service. Attend meetings of the Council and any relevant working groups and prepare and present reports as required. 2. Act in accordance with the Code of Conduct for local Government employees. 3. Comply with and actively promote the Council’s policies and procedures, including those relating to Fair employment, Equal Opportunities, and Health, Safety and Wellbeing. 4. Undertake any management duties in relation to recruitment and selection, staff induction, learning and development, performance management, absence, investigations or panels in connection with discipline, grievance, dignity at work, customer complaints and any other staff management responsibilities as deemed necessary for the post. 5. Comply with and actively promote the appropriate standard of record keeping and information governance practices in conducting duties of the post. 6. Undertake the duties outlined above in a way which will enhance and protect the reputation and public profile of the Council. 7. Undertake any other duties as deemed appropriate to the achievement of the purpose and function of this post.
Events Co-ordinator
Key purpose: The postholder will develop and deliver programme content to fulfil Councils festivals and events and be responsible for developing cost effective initiatives and integrated campaigns in line with Council’s Event Calendar. Duties and responsibilities: 1. Lead on the development and coordination of a number of Council’s core events. 2. Develop, submit and manage funding applications in accordance with established procedures for events on behalf of Council including budget management, draw down and funding allocation as appropriate. 3. Contribute to the sourcing and development of contract(s), artists and other relevant resources in the development and delivery of festivals and events. 4. Develop programmes to establish a creative range of skills through community engagement and participation with an interagency approach. 5. Engage with all communities, groups and relevant stakeholders within the Council area in relation to festival and events activities, to generate increased Community participation and sense of ownership where inclusivity and sustainability are key factors. 6. Monitor and evaluate projects and service delivery arrangements maintaining management systems and processes to ensure value for money and effective service delivery producing reports as required. 7. Represent Council in media engagement i.e., radio, TV and press forums. 8. Liaise with the Event Safety Officer to ensure that all event specific health and safety obligations are met. 9. Prepare written and oral reports and presentations as necessary relating to projects to all stakeholders. 10. Identify and manage an inventory of event related service providers for Festivals and Events use. 11. Be aware of competing and/or complementary externally events and propose alternative options or tag along opportunities. 12. Develop and lead a sub working group to ensure provisions of services are achieved. 13. Develop cost effective festivals and events initiatives and integrated campaigns to generate increased participation and sustainability. 14. Liaise with external suppliers to ensure that all events are scheduled and delivered on time, within budget and to a high quality of service. 15. Participate in and ensure compliance with all Council policies and procedures and operate within the highest standards of personal behaviour which reflect the core values of the organisation. 16. Ensure full compliance with Health and Safety requirements and legislation in accordance with Council’s policies and procedures. 17. Comply with and actively promote the Council’s policies and procedures on all aspects of equality. 18. Undertake any other duties appropriate to scale, which may be required from time to time. Please note: The postholder should be aware that the responsibilities of the post may be subject to change as a result of organisational change. The Council therefore reserves the right to change the duties of the post by adding to or amending the range of responsibilities. The postholder will be required to be flexible and adaptable to meet the changing needs and requirements of the organisation. Qualifications / Experience A minimum of a degree and/or a relevant professional qualification in a related subject eg., events, festivals etc At least 2 year’s demonstrable experience in the events industry which includes: • Managing/delivering large scale events (5000 attendees plus) • Liaising with a range of stakeholders eg., emergency service providers, local businesses, community and/or volunteer organisations • Managing budgets and resources • Developing creative programming content (Festival/ Events of scale with 30 + activities, events within this) • Securing funding/sponsorship • Liaising with multiple suppliers and managing a build and break down schedule Technical Competencies/ Knowledge Knowledge of current health and safety legislation and requirements Knowledge of production set ups and requirements
Programme Manager
KEY PURPOSE The postholder will be responsible for leading the strategic delivery, governance and establishment of the €4.9m SEUPB funded Smart Village Network Project ensuring the programme delivers measurable digital, economic and community impact aligned with Council priorities and funding requirements. The postholder will support the Head of Service in the delivery of corporate and community planning outcomes and will demonstrate a “one Council” approach through leadership, decision making and interactions. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Lead on the delivery of the €4.9m SEUPB funded Smart Village Network Programme resulting in the acceleration of digital transformation, enhanced energy efficiency and renewable adoption, strengthened local SMEs and Community Organisations and long-term resilience and sustainable growth. 2. Lead on the development of a network of Rural Digital Hubs across the Derry City and Strabane District Council area and wider NW City Region providing capacity building, network development and community-based innovation. 3. Manage and review financial budgets in compliance with European Commission regulations and Council procedures. 4. Manage the Smart Village Network Project Team on the delivery of the SVNP project plan. 5. Prepare and deliver presentations and reports for the development and implementation of the SVNP programme. 6. Manage and maintain the development of the Corporate Code of Conduct and policy for the operational management of the Smart Village Network Programme Board. 7. Manage compliance requirements for legislation and procedures as specified by the European Commission, Governments Departments and Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB). 8. Procure and manage support services including consultants, contractors and other specialist service providers in accordance with procedures. 9. Identify training and development needs for Board members, project delivery partners and stakeholders. 10. Support, identify and manage the structures for the SVNP programme board and relevant sub-committees/task groups. 11. Represent Derry City and Strabane District Council and the Derry City and Strabane District SNVP programme board on external committees in the development and management of action plans as required. 12. Contribute to the Council’s Climate Pledge and sustainability objectives by promoting environmentally responsible practices and supporting climate action initiatives within the scope of the role. 13. Promote equality of opportunity and access in service delivery and in employment processes. 14. Ensure all staff and operations comply with Health and Safety legislation in line with the departmental Health and Safety management system and corporate policy in compliance with ISO 45001 Health and Safety Management standard. 15. Provide effective leadership to the relevant staff including carrying out staff appraisals and identifying training and development needs. 16. Participate in and ensure compliance with all Council policies and procedures and operate within the highest standards of management and personal behaviour which reflect the core values of the organisation. 17. Undertake any other duties appropriate to scale, which may be required from time to time. The postholder should be aware that the responsibilities of the post may be subject to change as a result of organisational change. The Council therefore reserves the right to change the duties of the post by adding to or amending the range of responsibilities. The postholder will be required to be flexible and adaptable to meet the changing needs and requirements of the organisation. Qualifications / Experience A minimum of a degree in a relevant discipline eg Business, Economics A minimum of 3 years’ demonstrable experience. This experience must include all of the following: • Managing partnerships, networks or boards • Project development, delivery, appraisal, monitoring and evaluation • Preparation and management of project funding applications. • Experience of budgetary control relating to procurement, funding initiatives, completion of returns and financial processing • Working within a multi-agency environment and building rapport with a range of stakeholders
Domiciliary Home Careworkers
Job Opportunity Derry/Londonderry Home Care Workers – Morning Runs (7am-2pm), Tea Runs (2pm-7pm) & Bed Runs (7-11pm) available. Ref: W/HCW/D/2196 £13.00 per hour (Mon-Fri plus Mileage) £13.60 per hour (Sat & Sun plus Mileage) Part-time (12hr/20 hour) & Full-time contracts Requirements: Interested? A full job description and details of how to apply can be found at: https://bryson.getgotjobs.co.uk/home Or call us on: 028 7132 1989 Closing date: 30th October 2026 at 12pm “Please note a satisfactory Access NI Enhanced / Standard disclosure or Garda Clearance is required prior to commencement of employment” We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
