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Main purpose of the role: Ensure the Bakery Department operates efficiently and effectively at all times and provides our customers with excellent quality products and services. The ideal candidate will have/be: HACCP training is desirable but not necessary Excellent communication skills Previous customer service experience is an advantage The ability to work as part of a team in a fast paced environment, ability to multi task under pressure A passion for food and the ability to inspire shoppers Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Prepare customers bakery orders Bake, prepare and display the Bakery Products sold throughout the day Ensure that the counter displays across all fresh food departments are to the highest standards at all times throughout the day Demonstrate your passion for quality food by sharing knowledge, recipes and personal recommendations with customers Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and in line with store policy
Quality Control Administrator
Applications are invited for the role of Quality Control Administrator on a Temporary, Full-time basis in Williams Gate, Galway. Key Duties & Responsibilities
Rigid Driver (Afternoon)
We are seeking a reliable and safety‑focused Rigid Driver to join our transport team. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering goods to customers, collecting and dropping off vehicles, and ensuring all journeys are carried out in full compliance with company procedures and national transport guidelines. Accurate record‑keeping and a strong commitment to customer service are essential. The working week is Tuesday to Saturday, starting at 10:00 a.m. Job requirements Duties Include:
General Operative
The Office of Public Works (OPW) invites applications for positions in the grade of General Operative Band 3 (Rural) in the OPW’s West Region Arterial Drainage Maintenance and Construction Services Division. The General Operative Band 3 (Rural) position is a Non-Established State Industrial post based on a 39-hour week, (Monday to Friday) and is subject to a seven-month probation period which may be extended to ten months under certain circumstances. Continuation in employment in the position, following the end of the Probation Period, will be dependent upon the appointee fully meeting the requirements for the position during the Probation Period. The actual hours of attendance are determined by local management requirements. The OPW is responsible for the maintenance of arterial drainage schemes completed under the 1945 Arterial Drainage Act, the construction and maintenance of flood defence schemes under the 1995 (Amendment) Act and under Planning and Development Legislation (Local Authority led schemes). The West Region Division also provides professional advice on the advancement of flood defence schemes and related matters. Schemes construction by the West Region division are carried out using the “Direct managed Works Model” consisting of a large direct labour workforce, supplemented as necessary by private section suppliers and sub-contractors. This is an Open OPW recruitment competition to which applicants with the minimum eligibility requirements may apply. Persons who wish to be considered for appointment to the General Operative Band 3 (Rural) Arterial Drainage Maintenance and Construction Services Division, and who meet the essential eligibility requirements, should submit a completed and signed application form. The selection process may include a short-listing process, based on the information supplied on the application form, which will determine those to be invited to competitive interview. The competitive interview process, will be used by OPW to select the candidate that is deemed suitable for appointment to fill the position and a reserve panel, effective for a limited period, may be formed, and may be used to fill certain sanctioned seasonal, fixed term or permanent positions that may arise in West Region Drainage, Maintenance and Construction Services Division. Placement on the panel(s) does not guarantee nor imply that an offer of employment will be made to those placed on same. In the event that an offer of an appointment is made, it will be made in the order of merit of those on the relevant panel regardless of the length of contract period offered and the specific area(s) in which the position would be based. Appointments to approved positions of employment are made as and when considered appropriate by OPW management and will be subject to the candidate meeting the health and requirements for the position. Internal panels take precedence for appointment over open competitions. Separate panels for the Headford Depot area, the Ballina Depot area and the Lifford Depot area will be formed in the order of merit on each panel as determined by the Interview Board. General Operative Band 3 (Rural) - Arterial Drainage Maintenance & Construction Service positions (1) Counties Galway, Mayo, Roscommon and any works managed by the Headford Depot Area A. Arterial Drainage Maintenance B. Construction Services Division (2) Counties Mayo, Roscommon, Leitrim, Sligo and any works managed by the Ballina Depot Area. C. Arterial Drainage Maintenance D. Construction Services Division (3) Counties Donegal, Leitrim and any works managed by the Lifford Depot Area. E. Arterial Drainage Maintenance F. Construction Services Division Pay The General Operative Band 3 (Rural) pay scale, per week, with effect from 1st June 2026 is as follows: Non-Personal Pension Contribution (Non-PPC): This rate will apply where the appointee is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution: €678.98, €713.93, €741.19, €752.39, €757.03, €767.93, €778.77, €786.15, €796.91. Personal Pension Contribution (PPC): This rate will apply where the appointee is a new entrant or an existing civil servant appointed on or after 1 January 2013 and is required to make a Personal Pension Contribution: €708.25, €744.51, €767.03, €778.42, €786.39, €797.68, €809.06, €813.45, €824.66. The successful candidate will be paid at the appropriate point of the pay scale. Important Note: Increments may be awarded subject to changes in the terms and conditions relating to salary increments in the Civil/Public Service generally. Payment will be made weekly by Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) into a bank account of an officer’s choice. Payment cannot be made until a bank account number and bank sort code has been supplied to the Office of Public Works. Statutory deductions from salary will be made as appropriate. Additional Payments Various subsistence/allowances are paid where appropriate. Where applicable, overtime of time and a half or double time is payable for any hours worked in excess of 39 hours a week. Annual Leave and Public Holidays Annual Leave is granted in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997. Currently the maximum allowance is 25 days per annum. Annual leave allowance for staff working less than full-time is calculated on a pro-rata basis to that of a full-time equivalent. Good Friday is a fixed day of annual leave. Public Holidays will be granted in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997. The successful candidate will be required at times to complete other General Operative Band 3 duties set out by management. These duties can be viewed here. The job description is intended as a general guide to the range of duties and it is neither definitive nor restrictive. Special working conditions apply: Manual handling and lifting of awkward / heavy loads; Mechanical lifting of awkward / heavy loads; Environmental awareness; Working at heights and in confined spaces; Working in inclement weather conditions; Management of traffic and assisting with plant mobilisation to and from sites; Dealing sensitively with members of the public/property owners; Hazards – sharps, chemicals, traffic, wildlife, uneven/soft ground, disorderly members of the public; Working in or near water; Working in large urban areas; Working in isolated rural areas; Working adjacent to overhead power lines and other utility infrastructure; Appointees will be required to report directly to work, as directed by management, to any location in the areas under the responsibility of the assigned OPW Depot under which the position is being offered. Contacts with: Staff of the Office of Public Works; Local Authorities, semi-state and other service/utility providers; Members of the public; External contractors and suppliers; Land/property owners. Reporting Relationship The General Operative Band 3 (Rural) (Arterial Drainage Maintenance or Construction Service Division), will be assigned a location/function by the relevant Head of Section (Engineer Grade 1) and will report to the Engineer Grade 2 and any other person to whom authority has been delegated. Outside Employment The position is whole time and the officer may not engage in private practice or be connected with any outside business, which would interfere or conflict with the performance of official duties. Clarification must be sought from line management where any doubt arises. If, following appointment, the appointee is or intends to be engaged in or connected with any outside business or employment, the appointee is obliged to inform OPW HR Management (Operational) Division of such an intention. Health In order to be accepted as suitable for employment, the appointee must satisfy certain criteria including suitability in respect of health. The onus is on the appointee to declare their suitability, to the best of their knowledge and belief, regarding their health status, and, in this regard, the appointee may be asked to complete a health self-declaration statement. Please note that any misstatements, incomplete statements and/or false declarations are liable to disqualify the appointee from the competition and/or result in the summary termination of their appointment to/employment in the position. Garda Vetting Garda vetting may be sought in respect of individuals who come under consideration for appointment. The proposed appointee may be required to complete and return a Garda Vetting form that will be forwarded to An Garda Síochána for security checks to be undertaken. The vetting process also involves certification requirements from the police force of any country in which the proposed appointee resided. Persons selected for appointment under this competition may receive offers of appointment, the commencement and continuation of which would be subject to satisfactory Garda Vetting of the proposed appointee. Confidentiality Subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act, 2014 applications will be treated in strict confidence. All aspects of the application and assessment process are treated as strictly confidential and are not disclosed to anyone, outside of those persons directly involved in an aspect of the assessment process. Other important information The Office of Public Works will not be responsible for refunding any expenses incurred by candidates. The admission of a person to a recruitment process, or an invitation to attend any element of the selection process, is not to be taken as implying that the Office of Public Works is satisfied that such person fulfils the requirements of the competition, or is not disqualified by law from holding the position and does not carry a guarantee that your application will receive further consideration. It is important, therefore, for you to note that the onus is on you to ensure that you meet the eligibility requirements for the competition before attending. If you do not meet these essential entry requirements but attend for selection tests/interview, you will be putting yourself to unnecessary expense. Should the person assigned to a post decline, or having accepted it, relinquish it or if an additional vacancy arises the Office of Public Works, may, at its discretion, select another person for appointment on the results of this selection process.
Senior Marketing Manager
Main Purpose of Job: We are currently recruiting for an experienced Group Marketing Manager to join Connolly Motor Group, within the Marketing team. This role will be based in Galway.The successful candidate will be required to work as part of the Marketing team. To be responsible for developing and maintaining the Group’s marketing strategies both off and online as a group to meet agreed company objectives. To evaluate customer research, market conditions, competitor data and implement marketing plans as needed. To oversee all marketing staff and activities across all site locations. To manage marketing budgets to include all marketing activities, sponsorship requests and events. To ensure that the team delivers the highest standard of service and that every opportunity is taken to continuously improve working methods and standards. Role Responsibilities: Management
HR Business Partner / Senior HR Generalist
Responsibilities
Dog Groomers and Groomers Assistants
Petmania Grooming Studios is currently the largest and most successful grooming business in the country and boasts some of the most talented and committed Groomers available. We run busy energetic grooming studios where you will be expected to not only groom our canine customers to a very high standard, but treat our human customers with the same level of customer service you would like to receive yourself. We are currently recruiting for full and part time Groomers and Groomers Assistants for our Galway Store! The successful candidates will join the experienced grooming team in their local store, and take part in all grooming activities including; If you would like to join this team, you must hold a QQI level 5, iPET Network Level 3 Diploma or City and Guilds in Grooming and have at least 1 year’s practical experience in a grooming role.
Support Coordinator
Drivers license and own car is essential This is a wonderful and exciting opportunity to join one of the most important charities in Ireland in a period when the need for our services has never been greater. The successful candidate, upon commencing employment, will undergo a comprehensive induction and training programme to ensure readiness for the role's responsibilities and will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of numerous older people in Ireland. Support Coordinators play a critical role in facilitating practical support and coordinating services for older people to address their challenges effectively. The role focuses on assessing needs, connecting with partners and coordinating services to ensure a comprehensive and targeted approach. Support Coordinators are field based, and travel is required within the community. A clean driver’s license and own car is mandatory. Responsibilities Support Coordination
NDLS Booking Line Agent
We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,650 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. SGS are seeking a a full-time Booking Line Agent to join our Galway office to support our NDLS customers on a fixed term contract. Reporting to the Operations Lead, the successful candidate will be responsible for answering call/queries in a timely manner while meeting KPI's and SLA's. Job Description
Social Care Worker
CORLANN –WEST REGION POST: PERMANENT FULL TIME SOCIAL CARE WORKER – DAY SERVICE CAISLEAN ADULT SERVICES (ORANMORE/RENMORE AREA) Ref: 102050 A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Locum Social Care Worker roles are also available. DESCRIPTION AND VISION OF SERVICES Corlann – West Region provide a community based, person centred service focusing on the needs and abilities of children and adults with intellectual disabilities. The vision of Corlann is to support people with intellectual disabilities to achieve a full and valued life in their community, in line with best practice both nationally and internationally. Working in partnership with each person supported by Corlann, we aim to create opportunities for people supported by Corlann to have ordinary life experiences and to be closely connected to family and friends. We are committed to supporting people to live a life of their choosing. Caislean Adult Services provide a range of community-based servicesincluding day, residential, respite, community outreach, family support and a range of multidisciplinary support services. People are supported in day centres, supported employment, social and micro enterprises, training and education and these can be in groups or individualised. People are supported in residential settings in their own homes in the community individually and in groups. We wish to create opportunities for people who use our services to have valued social roles in their communities and to form friendships. We wish to recruit innovative, creative and motivated people who will relish the opportunity to assist in achieving this vision as part of a team. We are looking for people who will be flexible and adapt to the needs of particular individuals they supportand are open to change. Location: Caislean Services operates a range of services including day, residential, respite, training, education, employment opportunities, Individualised services, and leisure activities which are geographically dispersed though the West Sector Adult Services. We strive to provide an excellent service, integrating the community as much as possible into the daily lives of the people supported. Candidates will be required to be flexible in this position, and will be required to work a variety of hours as required. The successful candidate may be required to work between the various community houses and day care programme areas associated with the Caislean Services depending on service need. The Role: Social Care Workers fulfil a key worker supportive and advocative role for adults supported by the service in all aspects of their lives, focusing on each individual’s ability and promoting independence and development of skills at all times. The Social Care Worker will assist people with the development of person-centred plans and critically, will support people to make informed choices and fulfil their potential. They will encourage participation in the community through inclusive and creative thinking, seek opportunities for new experiences and encourage positive risk taking in leading to informed choices. Reporting/Responsible to: Team Leader/Team Manager Qualifications and Experience: Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: Skills: Candidates must demonstrate: · Leadership and networking skills - Staff will be expected to network with local community groups and develop positive links for the people who use the service. · Good organisational and planning skills, with the ability to support goal setting and following through to the achievement of outcomes · Creativity, initiative, self-motivation, flexibility and good judgement · Commitment to current best practice internationally and co-operating in an interdisciplinary team environment with a person-centred philosophy · Excellent listening skills, patience and a sense of humour Working Hours: · 78 hours a fortnight 78 hours per fortnight based on a 5-day week duty roster. The normal working hours will be Monday – Friday but may involve weekend work if required to meet the needs of the people we support or Personal Outcomes. Contracted hours of work are liable to change from 8am to 8pm over 7 days to meet the requirements of the programme. Corlann model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures quality and person centred planning system requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each person supported Annual Leave: 22 days per annum (pro-rata for part-time), i.e. 8.46 hours per 100 hours worked. Appropriate service related leave will be granted after 5 and 10 years’ service respectively. Remuneration: Department of Health Social Care Worker salary scale as at 01/06/2026 apply: €41,260 x 11 increments - €56,717 per annum (pro-rata for part-time). A long service increment €57,789 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) is payable after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. Additional payments will be made for weekends, public holidays and night duty when worked. Salary quoted is based on a 39 hour working week. The successful candidate will be granted incremental credit subject to satisfactory verification of previous public sector service. Tenure: There is currently one permanent full time pensionable post available. A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent permanent, temporary or fixed term Social Care Worker appointments within Caislean Services may be offered over the next 6 months. Probation: A probationary period of nine months from the date of appointment applies to the post. The employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period should the employer find that the appointee is unsuitable to continue employment. The probation period may be extended at the Employer’s discretion. To view full job description please see attached. Informal enquiries for this post to: Helen Lawrence Area Manager or Claire Keane Service Co Ordinator on 091 – 721410. Closing date for receipt of completed application forms /CV’s on-line is 5pm Monday 24th August 2026 Interview date is scheduled for week of the 14th September 2026 Corlann is an equal opportunities employer
