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Data & Insights Engineer CRC Clontarf Fixed Term Contract (2 years), Full-Time (35 hrs per week) We are delighted to offer the opportunity for a Data & Insights Engineer to join the CRC team and help drive the organisation’s journey through change. Our 2025-2030 strategy sets out the renewed purpose, bold ambitions and values-led direction of the organisation. The strategic direction of the organisation is to provide our service users with the right supports at the right time. Together with individuals, families and our partners, we are aiming to shape a world where everyone is valued and supported to live the life they choose. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled and purpose-led data practitioner to take the lead in developing the CRC’s data engineering capabilities and put data-driven insights and decision-making tools at the heart of the organisation’s efforts to shape a data-informed culture that delivers better outcomes for those we serve. This is a foundational role focused on building practical, sustainable data and reporting capability in an organisation at an early stage of data maturity. The emphasis is on pragmatism, usability and impact rather than large‑scale enterprise data platforms. Beyond technical expertise, we are looking for someone who is aligned with our values and the successful candidate’s responsibilities will include: Person-Centredness : Develop data structures that provide insights for service improvement and build co-design into how the CRC manages and uses data. Quality : Lead on development of data structures and dashboards that support quality improvement initiatives and align with best-practice for data governance and compliance Respect : Communicate effectively with a range of technical and non-technical stakeholders, presenting complex information in a clear and understandable way Courage : Challenge assumptions and support organisational and individual change based on data and evidence-based insights Collaboration : Work with and upskill colleagues and other stakeholders to ensure sustainable management and use of data across the organisation Stewardship : Ensure the responsible use of data to inform organisational decision making around resources, assets and service delivery Message from the Head of Strategy & Innovation: At the CRC, we are entering an exciting phase of transformation, one where data has the power to do more than guide decisions. It can genuinely change lives. This role is central to building a culture where insight drives action and where evidence strengthens the services we provide. As our Data & Insights Engineer, you will help shape how we understand our work, how we plan for the future, and how we deliver meaningful, person‑centred improvements. We are looking for someone who sees the potential in data, someone who can turn information into clarity, and clarity into impact. If you are motivated by purpose and excited by the chance to build capability from the ground up, we would be delighted to hear from you. Qualifications , Skills and Experience Essential · A degree (a minimum of NFQ Level 8 or greater) or equivalent professional qualification in a relevant technical discipline such as Computer Science, Engineering, or Data Analytics. · Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in data engineering, data analytics or a related field. · Hands‑on experience designing and maintaining practical data pipelines and transformations, typically using SQL, Power BI dataflows, and existing enterprise systems. · Hands-on experience with scripting languages e.g. VBA, Python · Experience designing and maintaining data models that support consistent KPIs and self‑service reporting. · Proficiency in establishing dataflows, data pipelines, API integration and modern ETL/ELT practices. · Strong SQL skills and experience with data lakes, data warehouses and relational databases. · Understanding of data governance principles and compliance requirements (GDPR knowledge essential). · Demonstrated understanding of using KPI metrics to drive an organisation’s performance. · Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. · Ability to collaborate effectively and upskill technical and non-technical stakeholders as appropriate. · Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to present complex business information to a range of non-technical stakeholders. · Strong project management and organizational skills. Desirable · Experience of working within a comparable environment, e.g. not for profit/public sector organisation, healthcare, disability services. · Experience working with legacy or fragmented data landscapes. · Experience with AI features in Power BI. · Understanding of financial accounting principles. Detailed List of Responsibilities & Deliverables The responsibilities outlined below are indicative of the scope of the role currently envisioned but may be adapted as required in line with the CRC’s organisational strategy and increased visibility of relevant information. Therefore, a degree of flexibility will be required from the successful candidate. 1. Data Foundations & Engineering · Design, implement and maintain robust data pipelines, dataflows and storage structures to ensure accurate and timely reporting · Ensure integration of data from various sources, including on premises databases, CRM applications and SharePoint Excel files · Design and implement appropriate data structures and models to improve performance, consistency and reuse across datasets and dashboards · Support the organisation’s drive for process improvement and efficiency, including automation of data feeds, quality checks and proactive troubleshooting of issues 2. Reporting, Dashboards & Data‑Driven Insights · Act as a specialist resource to deliver data-based, intelligent reports and provide appropriate advice to clinical teams and support functions on managing and interpreting these and applying data-informed insights to manage organisational / team / individual performance · Lead the development and ongoing improvement of operational and strategic dashboards that support performance monitoring, service design, and decision‑making. · Support operational and strategic decision-making by developing data flows that drive continuous improvement and analysis of information underpinning service design and delivery · Use data to identify trends, opportunities and risks for services, including supporting cost improvement programmes and idea generation · Proactively communicate findings to relevant parties where developments and changes are needed. 3. Data Governance, Quality & Compliance · Ensure data structures, pipelines and reporting align with the organisation’s data governance, quality and compliance standards. · Promote consistent use of definitions, KPIs, and metrics across reports and dashboards. · Ensure attention to detail and adherence to procedures and standards within the data function. · Support responsible data stewardship to inform decision‑making around resources, assets and service delivery, e.g. in service or workforce planning or business cases 4. Enablement, Training & Organisational Adoption · Deliver training, guidance and communications to encourage technical and non-technical stakeholders to engage with the dashboards and reports · Work with colleagues across the organisation to build data literacy and support sustainable, self‑service use of data where appropriate. · Document data solutions and processes to support sustainable knowledge transfer and continuity, and reduce reliance on technical experts · Collaborate with stakeholders to embed data‑informed approaches into everyday planning and performance discussions. 5. Service Improvement, Co‑Design & Change · Participate in the co-design of service improvements through provision and interpretation of qualitative and quantitative data. · Practice and promote continuous improvement to enable quality services for internal and external stakeholders and an awareness and appreciation of the service user. · Embrace and promote the organisation’s transformation and change agenda, supporting others through change. · Assist with data and reporting input into the identification of new systems, working in partnership with IT and external vendors to identify solutions that align with the CRC’s requirements for IT upgrades. · Demonstrate flexibility and initiative during challenging times and an ability to persevere despite setbacks. Informal enquiries to Rory O'Sullivan, Head of Strategy & Innovation, Tel 087 709 6191 or by email: rosullivan@crc.ie Department of Health Salary Scale, Grade VII - code 0582 (Salary Scale - €60,613 to €78,795 – Inc. 2 LSI’s). Applicants must demonstrate in their CV and supporting documentation how they meet the above criteria as short-listing will apply. Applications must be received on or before Thursdsay, 21st May 2026. Please submit your application via the ' Apply Now' button below. PLEASE NOTE - Applicants must be eligible to work in Ireland at date of application. Data Protection: Please refer to crc_job_application_privacy_notice.pdf to learn more about how we handle your personal data and the rights that you have during the recruitment cycle. #CR
Behaviour Specialist
Behaviour Specialist Permanent Full-time Role (35 hours), based on Children's Disability Network Team, Balbriggan, Clontarf, Swords and Waterford (Part-time Hours will be considered) The CRC Children’s Disability Network Teams (CDNT) provide intervention to children from the age of 0-18 years, presenting with complex developmental needs requiring inter-disciplinary intervention. Our services are based upon a Family Centered Practice Model in line with the Progressing Disability Services. During 2024 the CRC has embarked on a programme of organistional transformation. Partnering with the Virginia Mason Institute world leaders in supporting healthcare organisations through continuous improvement and transformational change. We would love to hear from you if you are excited about the chance to become part of our forward-thinking children's teams and contribute to implementing lean healthcare practices. Our new strategy, Creating Pathways that Empower and Enable, is not just a document — it is a commitment to delivering children’s disability services in a more connected, equitable, and responsive way. We are strengthening a culture of transparency, collaboration, and person-centred services, where communication, partnership, and continuous learning guide everything we do. We are looking for someone who lives our values of Respect, Person-Centredness, Collaboration, Quality, Courage and Stewardship. Someone with integrity, purpose and a genuine belief in the potential of every child and family we support. If you thrive in a dynamic environment where innovation matters, where courage in decision-making is valued, and where transformation is a shared endeavour, this role will give you the opportunity to shape the future of children’s community disability services. The Behaviour Specialist will provide specialist expertise in the area of Positive Behaviour Support. The post holder will be a key member of a CDNT providing a family centred and quality service to children with complex needs designing the supports needed to help children reach their full potential, meet their goals and become as independent as possible. This will include detailed Functional Assessments of Behaviour. The successful candidates will have the following essential requirements: Desirable requirements: • Experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder • Experience working with children with physical disabilities • Experience working with children with intellectual disabilities • Experience completing Assessment of Need It must be clearly demonstrated in your CV and supporting statement how you meet the required skills, competencies, and knowledge for the post. Department of Health Salary Scale apply, Senior Play Therapist Scale(Grade code 3705), €64,551-€76,007. Informal enquiries to HR, Email: HR@crc.ie Please apply through the 'Apply Now' button. Please specify the CDNT team/s you wish to join. An active recruitment panel may be created as part of this recruitment process. We reserve the right to close this competition early if we receive a very high volume of applications. Data Protection: Please refer to crc_job_applicant_privacy_notice.pdf to learn more about how we handle your personal data and the rights that you have during the recruitment cycle #cr
Social Care Leader-churchtown
LANDSCAPE RESIDENTIAL Specific Purpose Contract St. Michael's House is a community-based organisation committed to providing a quality person centred service and high standard of living to people with an intellectual disability in the greater Dublin area. St. Michael’s House is committed to providing individualised supports to people so that they can enjoy experiences, opportunities and lifestyles similar to their peers. A vacancy now exists for a Social Care Leader- Person in Charge – Specific Purpose contract, in a community residential service for adults with intellectual disabilities and autism based in Churchtown, D14. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with a skilled and responsive staff team to deliver a high-quality service for Five people. Working closely with the multidisciplinary team and families. The key task is to provide person centred supports to individuals who have changing age related needs. Essential Criteria for Applicants · Excellent facilitation, leadership and communication skills · Excellent report writing · Highly organised, motivated, flexible and ability to problem solve Desirable Criteria for Applicants · Must have a full, clean driver licence and willing to drive as part of duties. Applicants must have one of the following qualifications: · QQI Level 7 Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Studies (Disability) - Open Training College · Level 7 award in Social Care/Studies delivered by an Institute of Technology, DIT or National University of Ireland. And A relevant health or social care management qualification Salary Scale: Successful candidate will be paid in line with March 2025 HSE revised consolidated Social Care Leader pay scales (point 1: €55,793- point 7: €65,155 per annum- (This HSE salary scale is based on Full Time working a 39-hour week) Informal enquires to; Jennie Wall 086 174 2064 Closing date : 5pm 14th May 2026 Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted. To apply: Please upload a copy of your C.V and cover letter via Rezoomo Please outline in your cover letter your suitability for the role taken in to account the criteria in the above advert. Remember to include a valid email as this is the way you will be contacted for interview. St. Michael’s House is an equal opportunities employer
Customer Assistant
Summary From our Head Office to the shop floor and everywhere in between our primary goal is to create and deliver a fantastic customer journey for everyone who shops at Lidl. Customer obsessed, high energy and love learning every day? If that sounds like you, earn €450+ per week as a Customer Assistant on our standard 30 hour contract.You’ll work across different shift times, on varied tasks and with different colleagues.What does a normal day* as a Customer Assistant look like? (*there’s no such thing as ‘normal’ in retail but we’ve tried our best!)As a Customer Assistant you are required to sell alcohol, therefore you must be 18 or over to work in our store. Shift Patterns: • Morning shift: Starting at 5am or 6am with your team, you’ll be getting our award-winning products fully stocked on the shop floor and our delicious bakery products ready for our customers to enjoy by opening time so they can Go Full Lidl! • Middle shift: Starting mid-morning or early afternoon, you’ll make sure our stores are spotlessly clean, well presented and our products remain fresh, all while helping customers with queries on the shop floor and working on tills to minimise till queues• Late shift: From your start time in the afternoon, you’ll make sure our customers experience is top class by serving them with a smile while on the tills, restocking missing items and getting the store ready for the next day What you'll do • Interacting with the customer in a pleasant, friendly and helpful manner• Ensuring stock loss controls are followed in all areas of the store • Maintaining store and external cleanliness and hygiene standards• Following freshness and rotation principles• Ensuring all waste is managed correctly• Assisting in the stock count process What you'll need • A can-do attitude and excellent customer service skills• The willingness to go the extra mile for our customers• To be responsible and reliable• To enjoy working in a fast-paced, varied environment• A good team player• Preferably, previous experience in a customer facing role but this is not essential provided you have the right attitude What you'll receive We offer a competitive and transparent salary system, that ensures pay equality across all positions at Lidl Year 1 • Basic Rate €15.40• €19.25 (Unsocial Hours) • €23.10 (Overtime/Sundays) • €30.80 (Bank Holiday) Year 2 • Basic Rate €16.20 • €20.25 (Unsocial Hours) • €24.30 (Overtime/Sundays) • €32.40 (Bank Holiday) Year 3 • Basic Rate €16.90 • €21.13 (Unsocial Hours) • €25.35 (Overtime/Sundays) • €33.80 (Bank Holiday) Year 4 • Basic Rate €17.90 • €22.38 (Unsocial Hours) • €26.85 (Overtime/Sundays) • €35.80 (Bank Holiday) Lidl is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements, we will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and want to ensure that all applicants have the same opportunity regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, age, disability, race, religious belief, political opinion or membership of the traveller community.
Supervisor
Main purpose of the role: Manage and motivate your team, ensuring the store operates efficiently and effectively and to provide our customers with the very best customer service experience at all times. The ideal candidate will have/be:
Organisational Development Lead - Higher Executive Officer
About This Role Role Purpose Reporting to the Head of Organisation Development, you will play a central role in bringing our People Strategy, Athrú, to life - particularly across culture, wellbeing, and leadership. This is a hands-on, delivery-focused role with real scope to shape how people experience working in Coimisiún na Meán. You will design and deliver initiatives that strengthen connection, embed our values, and support a healthy, inclusive and high-performing culture. You will work closely with colleagues across the People & OD team and partner with our Internal Communications function to translate strategy into engaging, accessible and meaningful experiences for staff. We are looking for someone who is curious, proactive and comfortable using a range of tools and approaches - from facilitated sessions to digital platforms - to scale impact across a growing and evolving organisation. What makes this role distinctive: •Opportunity to shape culture in a rapidly growing organisation •Visible impact across wellbeing, engagement and organisational effectiveness •Scope to experiment with new approaches to communication, engagement and learning •Collaboration across People, Internal Comms and senior stakeholders About the Team/Division The POD team is made up of three sub-teams: OD, Talent Acquisition, and People Operations. It includes a Director, three Assistant Directors, five Higher Executive Officers, four Executive Officers, and one Clerical Officer. The team sits within the Corporate Services Division alongside Governance, Finance & Procurement, Change & Business Improvement, International Affairs, and the Commission Secretariat. Key Responsibilities •Lead the development and delivery of wellbeing initiatives that support employee resilience, engagement and performance. •Design and implement culture and values initiatives that are practical, visible and embedded in day-to-day work. •Partner with Internal Communications to create clear, engaging and impactful communications—using a range of formats (e.g. storytelling, digital content, campaigns). •Support and enhance employee voice mechanisms (forums, networks, engagement activities) to ensure meaningful participation and feedback. •Develop and evolve approaches to employee recognition that align with organisational values. •Design and facilitate OD interventions (e.g. team development, workshops, change initiatives) to strengthen collaboration and effectiveness. •Use digital tools and platforms to scale OD, culture and engagement initiatives across a hybrid workforce. •Support the evaluation of OD and L&D initiatives, including gathering insights and using data to assess impact and inform continuous improvement. •Contribute to building OD capability within the organisation through practical tools, guidance and support. •Line manage and support the development of the OD Officer. The above is intended as a guide to the general range of duties and is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive and is subject to review. About You Experience, Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications Essential Criteria •Experience in a HR, OD, L&D or related role, with exposure to culture, engagement, wellbeing or organisational initiatives. •A recognised qualification (Level 7 or higher) in a relevant discipline. •Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate ideas into clear, engaging messages for different audiences. •Experience delivering projects or initiatives from concept through to implementation. •Ability to work on your own initiative, showing curiosity, adaptability and a willingness to try new approaches. •Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively. •An interest in culture, wellbeing and employee experience, and how these contribute to organisational performance •Confidence working with digital tools (e.g. collaboration platforms, content creation tools, survey tools) to enhance and scale initiatives •An ability to create engaging content or “tell the story” of initiatives in a way that connects with people •Curiosity about data and insights, using feedback, metrics or evaluation to understand impact and improve outcomes Desirable Criteria •Experience in HR, OD, L&D within the public or civil service. •Membership of CIPD or L&DI. •A postgraduate qualification in a relevant area. •Experience supporting or evaluating learning and development initiatives. Key Information Benefits, Package & Pay •This position is offered on a Permanent basis. •Full time, 35 hrs per week •Annual Leave: 29 days per annum •The role will be a hybrid role combining home and office working.Our current hybrid policy is 2 days in the office. •Our office is located at One Shelbourne Buildings, Shelbourne Road, Dublin 4, D04 NP20. •For a full list of benefits see our website here . •This position is graded at the Higher Executive Officer scale . •Successful candidates will be appointed on the first point of the scale. Application Process If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit: •A CV (max 2 pages) and a Cover letter/personal statement (max 1 page) outlining why you believe your skills, experience and values meet the requirements of the position. •Appointment to this role is subject to the candidate's eligibility to work in Ireland. All positions require candidates to live in the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland. •Candidates who engage in canvassing will be disqualified and excluded from the processLate applications or applications not received through the correct channel, as indicated above, will not be considered.For queries related to the application or selection process related to this role, please contact cnam@cpl.ie Please review our Privacy Statement Privacy Statement - Coimisiún na Meán before making an application.
Youth & Community Engagement Worker, City
POSITION SUMMARY: The role of the Youth and Community Engagement Worker cuts across several aspects of Jigsaw’s work at local Service level including youth voice and engagement and youth mental health promotion in community and education settings. The role involves delivering a range of youth mental health promotion activities for young people, parents/guardians and those who work and volunteer with young people in settings where they live, learn, work and play. It also focuses on supporting Jigsaw’s youth advocates to participate and have their voice heard in the local Jigsaw Service and to influence decision-making across the organisation. Please note : This is a full time, fixed term contract (12 months) based in our Dublin City Service. We intend to establish a regional talent panel for the Leinster area following this recruitment process. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Youth voice and engagement:
Executive Engineer
Duties The duties may include but are not limited to: • Carry out of engineering and ancillary duties as assigned and provide support to senior personnel. • Supervision and contract administration of service and work contracts. • Supervision of Assistant / Graduate Engineers. • Preparation and management of programmes and budgets. • Identifying opportunities for improvements or achievements of efficiencies in service delivery. • Have responsibility in the management of outdoor operational crews. • Maintaining and proactively developing a culture of Health and Safety in the workplace. • Ensuring compliance with Health and Safety legislation and regulations. • Ensuring works are implemented in compliance with all relevant legislation and regulations including planning and procurement requirements. • Coordinate the design and preparation of contract documents, tendering, drafting recommendations on appointment of successful service providers and contractors. • Dealing efficiently, effectively and professionally at all times with residents, businesses, community groups, elected members, Local Authorities and Government Departments. • Liaising with and responding to other Local Authorities, Government Departments and statutory agencies where required. • Compiling, preparing and presenting reports as necessary to a variety of stakeholders. • Deputising for the Senior Executive Engineer or other senior grade when required. • Undertaking any other duties of a similar level and responsibility, as may be required or assigned, from time to time. Qualifications and Requirements of the Post 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. Education, Training, Experience, etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) (i) Hold at least an ordinary bachelors degree (level 7 or higher on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ)) in Engineering, OR, (ii) Hold an ordinary bachelors degree (level 7 or higher on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ)) and a post graduate masters degree (level 9 in the NFQ) in Engineering; OR, (iii) Hold a masters degree (level 9 on the National Framework of Qualifications) in Engineering attained after completing an integrated masters level programme of at least 4 years duration and which is accredited at CEng level by Engineers Ireland or an equivalent accreditation body internationally; (b) have at least five years satisfactory relevant engineering experience and (c) possess a high standard of technical training and experience (d) Have a satisfactory knowledge of public service organization or the ability to acquire such knowledge. Driving Licence The duties of the Local Authority Engineer at every grade invariably requires travel to various and remote locations within the County as well as to meetings with other Local Authorities and State bodies outside of the County. For this reason, it is essential that the candidate for this post holds a Full, Category B, Irish Driving Licence. Fulfilling the minimum eligibility requirements for this post should not be taken as indicating that those qualifications would be acceptable for more senior engineering posts. When determining if a candidate’s qualifications can be deemed to be a Level 8 degree in Engineering, accredited at CEng or CEng with FL level by Engineers Ireland, the following criteria will be considered: • Where candidates have achieved their degree in other jurisdictions, the level of the qualification will be determined using the NARIC Ireland Foreign Qualification database. • Candidates with qualifications from other jurisdictions will also be required to demonstrate at application stage, that their qualifications meet the standard of CEng or CEng with FL level as accredited by Engineers Ireland, by providing evidence that the course has been assessed and accredited by an appropriate body or under a relevant Accord. Certain Level 8 degrees are accredited by Engineers Ireland as AEng rather than CEng or CEng with FL. These degrees are not considered equivalent to the standard set out above. • Where a degree has not yet been accredited by Engineers Ireland, enquiries will be made to the University and Engineers Ireland to determine whether or not the degree meets the standard required. *A level 7 degree will be assessed on the basis that the period of study undertaken should be equivalent to at least 180 ECTS (European Credit Transfer Accumulation System) credits. *** Qualifications from outside this jurisdiction must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications. Overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. Failure to do so will deem your application inadmissible. *** The onus is on the candidate to ensure that the correct documentation is provided to support their application form. Particulars of Employment The employment is whole-time, permanent and pensionable. Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at 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 social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependant or qualified children). Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. All persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority will be required in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Children’s Contributory Pension) Scheme to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the Scheme. Probation Where persons who are not already employees of a Local Authority are employed, the following provisions shall apply: (a) there shall be a period after such employment take effect during which such persons shall hold such employment on probation, (b) such period shall be one year, but the Chief Executive may at his or her discretion extend such period, (c) such persons shall cease to hold employment at the end of the period of probation unless during such period the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory. Salary €60,255 – €62,447 – €64,640 – €66,837 – €69,032 – €71,226 – €73,423 – €75,606 – €77,813 – €80,001 – LSI1 €82,523 – LSI2 €83,758 Persons who are not serving local authority employees will be based on the minimum of the scale. Holders of the post shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their post or in respect of any services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. Health For the purpose of satisfying the requirement as to health it will be necessary for successful candidates, before they are employed, to undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the Local Authority. Retirement Age The retirement age is 70 years. CITIZENSHIP Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or 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. The Selection Process Fingal County Council reserves the right to shortlist applications, if required. This is not to suggest that any candidate may be unsuitable or incapable of undertaking the duties of the post advertised, but rather that there may be candidates who have demonstrated that they are better qualified and/or have more relevant experience. The number of persons to be invited, in these circumstances, to interview shall be determined by the local authority from time to time, having regard to the likely number of vacancies to be filled. Step 1: Initial Screening In the first instance, all applications received by the latest date/time for receipt of completed applications are screened for eligibility in accordance with the qualifications for the post as set out in this booklet and declared by the Minister for the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage under Section 160 of the Local Government Act 2001. Step 2: Shortlisting Each candidate’s application may be assessed against pre-determined criteria based on the requirements of the position as outlined in this booklet. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to provide a detailed and accurate account of their qualifications and/or experience in their application form and to outline the relevance of their experience in the examples provided. Step 3: Interview Candidates who are successful in the shortlisting process will be invited to attend for interview(s). Fingal County Council will endeavor to give sufficient notice of the interview to shortlisted candidates. Thereafter, it is the responsibility of the candidate to make themselves available on the date/time selected. Candidates who do not attend for interview will be deemed to have withdrawn their application from the competition. Expenses incurred by candidates in attending for interview, will be at the candidates own expense. An independent interview board will be established by the Senior Executive Officer, People Services, or other designated officer, to assess the candidates shortlisted for interview. The interview board will generally comprise of a Chairperson and two other members, who will have expert knowledge in the relevant field. The objective of the interview board is to identify candidates who best meet the objective criteria and competencies required for the position and to place them in order of merit. Candidates who are successful in the interview will be qualified in order of merit for appointment and placed on a panel. It should be noted that placement on a panel may not necessarily lead to a job offer. The selection process is not concluded until such time as references have been sought and clearance checks, i.e. Garda vetting, occupational health, verification of education qualifications, etc, have been carried out to the satisfaction of the Council. 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Assistant Engineer
Duties The duties may include but are not limited to: • Carrying out of engineering and ancillary duties as assigned and provide support to senior personnel. • Supervision and contract administration of service and work contracts. • Assist in the preparation and management of programmes and budgets. • Identifying opportunities for improvements or achievements of efficiencies in service delivery. • Have responsibility in the management of outdoor operational crews. • Maintaining and proactively developing a culture of Health and Safety in the workplace. • Ensuring compliance with Health and Safety legislation and regulations. • Ensuring works are implemented in compliance with all relevant legislation and regulations including planning and procurement requirements. • Aid in the designing and preparation of contract documents, tendering, drafting recommendations on appointment of successful service providers and contractors. • Dealing efficiently, effectively and professionally at all times with residents, businesses, community groups, elected members, Local Authorities and Government Departments. • Liaising with and responding to other Local Authorities, Government Departments and statutory agencies where required. • Compiling, preparing and presenting reports as necessary to a variety of stakeholders. • Deputising for the Executive Engineer or other senior grade when required. • Undertaking any other duties of a similar level and responsibility, as may be required or assigned, from time to time. Qualifications and Requirements of the Post 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. Education, Training, Experience, etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) (i) Hold at least an ordinary bachelors degree (level 7 or higher on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ)) in Engineering, OR, (ii) Hold an ordinary bachelors degree (level 7 or higher on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ)) and a post graduate masters degree (level 9 in the NFQ) in Engineering; OR, (iii) Hold a masters degree (level 9 on the National Framework of Qualifications) in Engineering attained after completing an integrated masters level programme of at least 4 years duration and which is accredited at CEng level by Engineers Ireland or an equivalent accreditation body internationally; (b) have at least two years satisfactory relevant engineering experience and (c) possess a high standard of technical training and experience (d) Have a satisfactory knowledge of public service organization or the ability to acquire such knowledge. Driving Licence The duties of the Local Authority Engineer at every grade invariably requires travel to various and remote locations within the County as well as to meetings with other Local Authorities and State bodies outside of the County. For this reason, it is essential that the candidate for this post holds a Full, Category B, Irish Driving Licence. Fulfilling the minimum eligibility requirements for this post should not be taken as indicating that those qualifications would be acceptable for more senior engineering posts. When determining if a candidate’s qualifications can be deemed to be a Level 8 degree in Engineering, accredited at CEng or CEng with FL level by Engineers Ireland, the following criteria will be considered: • Where candidates have achieved their degree in other jurisdictions, the level of the qualification will be determined using the NARIC Ireland Foreign Qualification database. • Candidates with qualifications from other jurisdictions will also be required to demonstrate at application stage, that their qualifications meet the standard of CEng or CEng with FL level as accredited by Engineers Ireland, by providing evidence that the course has been assessed and accredited by an appropriate body or under a relevant Accord. Certain Level 8 degrees are accredited by Engineers Ireland as AEng rather than CEng or CEng with FL. These degrees are not considered equivalent to the standard set out above. • Where a degree has not yet been accredited by Engineers Ireland, enquiries will be made to the University and Engineers Ireland to determine whether or not the degree meets the standard required. *A level 7 degree will be assessed on the basis that the period of study undertaken should be equivalent to at least 180 ECTS (European Credit Transfer Accumulation System) credits. *** Qualifications from outside this jurisdiction must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications. Overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. Failure to do so will deem your application inadmissible. *** The onus is on the candidate to ensure that the correct documentation is provided to support their application form. Benefits At Fingal County Council, we value our employees and want to support them to develop their careers. We offer flexible working arrangements, competitive salaries and pension benefits, a positive work environment, training and development opportunities, a defined career path in a supportive and inclusive culture and the opportunity to make a difference, along with the following benefits: ➢ Standard working day is 9-5 with Flexitime (up to 13 flexi days per year) ➢ Excellent Work/Life balance with Family Friendly Schemes such as Shorter Working Year and Worksharing ➢ Opportunities for promotion and career development ➢ Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programme ➢ Pension Scheme ➢ Blended Working available - up to 2 days per week ➢ Ongoing training and higher educational support ➢ Cycle to Work Scheme Particulars of Employment The employment is whole-time, permanent and pensionable. Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at 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 social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependant or qualified children). Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. All persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority will be required in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Children’s Contributory Pension) Scheme to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the Scheme. Probation Where persons who are not already employees of a Local Authority are employed, the following provisions shall apply: (a) there shall be a period after such employment take effect during which such persons shall hold such employment on probation, (b) such period shall be one year, but the Chief Executive may at his or her discretion extend such period, (c) such persons shall cease to hold employment at the end of the period of probation unless during such period the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory. Salary €47,770 – €50,438 – €52,425 – €54,487 – €56,600 – €58,748 – €60,915 – €63,083 – €65,250 – €67,421 – €69,603 – LSI1 €71,834 – LSI2 €74,068 Persons who are not serving local authority employees will be based on the minimum of the scale. Holders of the post shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their post or in respect of any services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. Health For the purpose of satisfying the requirement as to health it will be necessary for successful candidates, before they are employed, to undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the Local Authority. Retirement Age The retirement age is 70 years. CITIZENSHIP Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or 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. The Selection Process Fingal County Council reserves the right to shortlist applications, if required. This is not to suggest that any candidate may be unsuitable or incapable of undertaking the duties of the post advertised, but rather that there may be candidates who have demonstrated that they are better qualified and/or have more relevant experience. The number of persons to be invited, in these circumstances, to interview shall be determined by the local authority from time to time, having regard to the likely number of vacancies to be filled. Step 1: Initial Screening In the first instance, all applications received by the latest date/time for receipt of completed applications are screened for eligibility in accordance with the qualifications for the post as set out in this booklet and declared by the Minister for the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage under Section 160 of the Local Government Act 2001. Step 2: Shortlisting Each candidate’s application may be assessed against pre-determined criteria based on the requirements of the position as outlined in this booklet. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to provide a detailed and accurate account of their qualifications and/or experience in their application form and to outline the relevance of their experience in the examples provided. Step 3: Interview Candidates who are successful in the shortlisting process will be invited to attend for interview(s). Fingal County Council will endeavor to give sufficient notice of the interview to shortlisted candidates. Thereafter, it is the responsibility of the candidate to make themselves available on the date/time selected. Candidates who do not attend for interview will be deemed to have withdrawn their application from the competition. Expenses incurred by candidates in attending for interview, will be at the candidates own expense. An independent interview board will be established by the Senior Executive Officer, People Services, or other designated officer, to assess the candidates shortlisted for interview. The interview board will generally comprise of a Chairperson and two other members, who will have expert knowledge in the relevant field. The objective of the interview board is to identify candidates who best meet the objective criteria and competencies required for the position and to place them in order of merit. Candidates who are successful in the interview will be qualified in order of merit for appointment and placed on a panel. It should be noted that placement on a panel may not necessarily lead to a job offer. The selection process is not concluded until such time as references have been sought and clearance checks, i.e. Garda vetting, occupational health, verification of education qualifications, etc, have been carried out to the satisfaction of the Council. 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Irish Language Innovation Officer
About Fingal County Council Fingal is a highly attractive place to live, work, visit and do business. It comprises a geographical area of 450 sq.km stretching from Balbriggan in the north, to Blanchardstown in the west and to Howth in the east. The area is defined by the diversity of its landscape and settlement patterns with rural, urban and suburban locations all rolled into one county. There is 88kms of coastline, three large protected estuaries and salt marsh habitats and 13 major beaches. Fingal County Council is one of the county’s major local employers and currently employs approximately 1,600 staff. The Council is mandated to deliver a diverse range of functions and services which can be broadly described under the headings of the provision of physical and social infrastructure, housing, economic and tourism development, community development, recreation and amenity services and the management of the planning and environmental regulatory framework. The role of the County Council as provided for in law is to represent, lead and serve the communities of Fingal. The Role Gaeilge365 is a flagship initiative committed to mainstreaming the Irish language into public life in Dublin, aligning the Programme for Government commitment to expanding Irish-language innovation across local authorities. The fundamental aim of this project is to put an innovative approach in place to create more opportunities for the public to speak Irish through the services of Fingal County Council. Funded by the Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, the project is part of a regional programme in conjunction with Dublin City Council, South Dublin and Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Councils, thus encompassing the entire Dublin region. Fingal County Council is recruiting an Irish Language Innovation Officer (Senior Staff Officer Grade) to lead the delivery of the Gaeilge365 programme within Fingal. This role will play a key part in ensuring Fingal’s ambitious language strategy is implemented effectively at a local level while contributing to national best practice. The Irish Language Innovation Officer will focus on embedding Irish within the day-to-day operations of Fingal County Council, supporting staff development and delivering strategic initiatives that enhance opportunities for Dubliners to engage with the Irish language in their communities, workplaces and cultural life. The Irish Language Innovation Officer will work with the Gaeilge365 regional team across Dublin’s four local authorities. Applications for this role must be submitted in Irish. The interview for this post will be conducted through the Irish language. Duties The duties of the post of the Irish Language Innovation Officer include, but are not limited to: • Lead the delivery of Gaeilge365 within Fingal County Council, ensuring alignment with corporate strategies and the Gaeilge365 programme. • Develop a pipeline of language developments which drive quantifiable increases in the volume of opportunities to speak Irish across Dublin. • Develop public-facing campaigns and projects that engage staff members, partners and the wider community in language development. • Collaborate with external partners to build an ecosystem of language development across Dublin. • Represent Fingal County Council at national and international events promoting language development. • Contribute to strategic planning to position Dublin as a leader in bilingual public services. • Track programme outcomes and report on key performance indicators to internal and external stakeholders. • Evaluate project impact and develop strategies for continuous improvement. • Other duties which arise which align with the goals of the Gaeilge365 programme. These tasks which are indicative rather than exhaustive are carried out under general supervision. Persons appointed will be required to work in any location within the Fingal administrative area. Qualifications and Requirements of the Post CHARACTER Each candidate must be of good character. HEALTH Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, ETC. Candidates must on the latest date of receipt of completed application forms have: (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 AND (iv) have a high standard of both spoken and written Irish The ideal candidate shall have: • A third level degree (at least level 8 on the National Framework for Qualifications) or professional qualification in business, economics, politics, Irish language or a related discipline. • Two years’ work experience in a relevant field with strong innovation experience. • Have a strong understanding of the Irish language contexts across public, community and voluntary sectors, and the opportunities it presents. • Have experience in fostering leadership, at both community level and among staff members. • The ability to identify new opportunities and develop solutions for embedding Irish into public life, particularly in urban and diverse settings. • Experience in delivering pilot initiatives with ability to scale when successful and applying insights learned. • The ability to build and leverage partnerships across different sectors and demographics, and to drive engagement and unlock new resources for language development. • The ability to evaluate programme impacts using data and analytics to refine strategies, secure funding and prove return on investment for language development. Candidates may be shortlisted based on the ideals listed above. The Selection Process Fingal County Council reserves the right to shortlist applications, if required. This is not to suggest that any candidate may be unsuitable or incapable of undertaking the duties of the post advertised, but rather that there may be candidates who have demonstrated that they are better qualified and/or have more relevant experience. The number of persons to be invited, in these circumstances, to interview shall be determined by the local authority from time to time, having regard to the likely number of vacancies to be filled. Step 1: Initial Screening In the first instance, all applications received by the latest date/time for receipt of completed applications are screened for eligibility in accordance with the qualifications for the post as set out in this booklet and declared by the Minister for the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage under Section 160 of the Local Government Act 2001. Step 2: Shortlisting Each candidate’s application may be assessed against pre-determined criteria based on the requirements of the position as outlined in this booklet. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to provide a detailed and accurate account of their qualifications and/or experience in their application form and to outline the relevance of their experience in the examples provided. Step 3: Interview Candidates who are successful in the shortlisting process will be invited to attend for interview(s). Fingal County Council will endeavor to give sufficient notice of the interview to shortlisted candidates. Thereafter, it is the responsibility of the candidate to make themselves available on the date/time selected. Candidates who do not attend for interview will be deemed to have withdrawn their application from the competition. Expenses incurred by candidates in attending for interview, will be at the candidates own expense. An independent interview board will be established by the Senior Executive Officer, People Services, or other designated officer, to assess the candidates shortlisted for interview. The interview board will generally comprise of a Chairperson and two other members, who will have expert knowledge in the relevant field. The objective of the interview board is to identify candidates who best meet the objective criteria and competencies required for the position and to place them in order of merit. Candidates who are successful in the interview will be qualified in order of merit for appointment to the post of Irish Language Innovation Officer and placed on a panel. It should be noted that placement on a panel may not necessarily lead to a job offer. The selection process is not concluded until such time as references have been sought and clearance checks, i.e. Garda vetting, occupational health, verification of education qualifications, etc, have been carried out to the satisfaction of the Council. Benefits At Fingal County Council, we value our employees and want to support them to develop their careers. We offer flexible working arrangements, competitive salaries and pension benefits, a positive work environment, training and development opportunities, a defined career path in a supportive and inclusive culture and the opportunity to make a difference, along with the following benefits: ➢ Standard working day is 9-5 ➢ Excellent Work/Life balance with Family Friendly Schemes such as Shorter Working Year and Worksharing ➢ Opportunities for promotion and career development ➢ Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programme ➢ Pension Scheme ➢ Blended Working available - up to 2 days per week ➢ Ongoing training and higher educational support ➢ Cycle to Work Scheme Particulars of Employment The employment is whole time, permanent and pensionable. Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at 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 social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependent or qualified children). Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. All persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority will be required in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Children’s Contributory Pension) Scheme to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the Scheme. PROBATION (a) there shall be a period after such employment takes effect during which such persons shall hold such employment on probation, (b) such period shall be one year but the Chief Executive may at his or her discretion extend such period, (c) such persons shall cease to hold employment at the end of the period of probation unless during such period the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory. SALARY €57,895 – €59,276 – €60,960 – €64,126 – €66,017 – €68,367 LSI1 – €70,730 LSI2 per annum. Persons who are not serving local authority employees will be based on the minimum of the scale. Holders of the post shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their post or in respect of any services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. CITIZENSHIP Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or 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. HEALTH For the purpose of satisfying the requirement as to health it will be necessary for successful candidates, before they are employed, to undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the Local Authority. RETIREMENT AGE The retirement age is 70 years. RECRUITMENT The local authority shall require a person to whom employment is offered to take up such employment within a period of not more than 6 weeks and if he or she fails to take up the employment within such period or such longer period as the local authority in its absolute discretion may determine, the local authority shall not employ the person. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
