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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.
Experienced Store Manager
We are currently recruiting for an Experienced Store Manager to lead the Limerick Jetlands Store The Petmania Store Manager is responsible for driving the performance of the store through various key focus areas. To qualify you should be an experienced people manager and passionate about encouraging people to deliver their best. You need to be curious about learning new ways of managing areas of our business that you might not be familiar with, such as our Grooming Studio, and ready to be a hands on leader on the sales floor. This is a full time role and as it's retail we trade weekends so you will be expected to be here at least one weekend day per week. Some (but definitely not all) of the key responsibilities include;
Staff Officer - Librarian
The Library Staff Officer post is a supervisory position and is assigned functional responsibility for the administration and management of a branch library, section, or team within the Library Service. The Library Staff Officer will work under the direction and management of the Executive Librarian, Senior Executive Librarian or analogous grade, or other employee designated by the County Librarian or Director of Services as appropriate. As a Library Staff Officer, you will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team in the achievement of a common goal. You will be required to work and deal with a variety of people in a courteous, helpful, and professional manner. You will be required to manage your work and the workload of the section in an organised way and be open and flexible to new ways of doing things. This position will afford you opportunities to use your own initiative and work to a high standard. You will be required to operate the local authority’s existing and future IT systems as part of your work. The ideal candidate shall have:
Sales Assistants
At Petstop we care about a great customer experience and even more about Pets. We are always on the look out for fun, friendly and dedicated animal lovers. Applicants must have a high level of customer care with a friendly personality. So if you think you have the right qualities to become a member of our team, please send a cover letter and also your CV to careers@petstop.ie and put the store you would like to work in, in the subject line. Current roles available: Role: Sales Assistant Location: All stores Purpose of the role: We currently have positions available for Full-Time & Part Time staff for all our stores. Duties and responsibilities are as follows:
Retail/Sales Assistants
Looking to work with us? Apply in store with C.V - *Must be available weekdays/ weekends* or send CV and cover letter to info@artnhobby.ie
Programme Assistant
We would like to invite applications for the following 32 hours, 6 month fixed term role: IWA is committed to promoting, maintaining, and adding to our diverse and inclusive work environment Programme Assistant Driver Cork You will be responsible for the safe transportation of the members to and from the Community Centre. As a Programme Assistant/Driver you will also be expected to lead with the delivery of services to members engaging in personal and activation programmes in the Centre. The essential nature of the Centre is to provide a pathway for people with physical disabilities to full participation in the community. Close liaison is required with Community Centre staff and members for the successful implementation of this position. Links will also be made with relevant voluntary and statutory agencies, families, and friends of members Main Duties and Responsibilities Lead on the implementation of programme activities within the Community Centre, which will involve the following: implementing programmes daily from the members choice Complete all report writing on programme designs. Liaise and network with local resources i.e., colleges for implementing creative new programmes Support the Service Coordinator in creating and implementing fundraising initiatives Administrative duties Encourage members to be actively involved in developmental, personal and activation programmes, that operate from the Centre, and to be actively involved in implementation of same Accompany and support participants on annual holidays, outings, socials, and day trips as required by Service Coordinator/Service Support Officer Patient moving and handling; assist with personal care of participants where required Actively ensure that standards and practices regarding health and safety are fully adhered to in all areas of activities Comply with IWA's Parent and Ancillary Safety Statements and any legislative duties set out in current Health and Safety and Fire Safety Legislation Ensure that your responsibilities to safeguard children and adults from abuse or harm is a core aspect of your role and that IWA’s Safeguarding Policies and Procedures are adhered to The use of clamping, hoisting, and lifting equipment are an essential part of this role Record and report any hazards, accidents, or potential incidents to the Service Coordinator/Service Support Officer Transport participants to and from the Centre daily, and to and from other related community activities as required by the Service Coordinator/Service Support Officer Ensure that vehicles for which you are responsible are always in a roadworthy condition and make such arrangements as are necessary for the maintenance, cleanliness, and repairs of such vehicles in consultation with Service Coordinator/Service Support Officer Mentor staff and volunteers in all aspects relating to programme activities and transport safety Maintenance of the buses Flexibility and availability for out of hours service activities i.e. evenings and weekends Carry out any other duties and / or responsibilities which may be assigned to you from time to time PERSON SPECIFICATION Training, Experience and Qualifications A minimum of 5 completed modules of QQI level 5 in HealthCare Support or similar qualification is essential. QQI Major Awards that are deemed relevant to IWA are: Community & Health Services (to include minor components Safety & Health at Work and Care Provision & Practice) Health Service Skills (to include minor components in Workplace Statutory Policies & Procedures and Care Skills and Care Support) Health Care Support (to include minor components Safety & Health at Work and Care Skills and Care Support) Full Category B driving license and a willingness to learn to drive the IWA buses is essential . Knowledge and Skills Developing and delivering projects or programmes Experience of working with people with disabilities is required Knowledge and understanding of Safety Health and Welfare regulations, as well as transport safety and standards of use is essential Competencies Communicating and Influencing Motivating and Empowering Innovation and Creativity Planning and Organizing Quality and Customer Focus Behaviours The ability to work on your own initiative An ability to build strong relationships at all levels and show confidence among the team Strong customer service focus Be of good character Remuneration & Benefits Salary from €25,674.73 up to €28,580.11 DOE Excellent working conditions Training & Development opportunities 25 days annual leave pro rata Group VHI & HSF Health Cash Plans Employee Assistance Service
Assistant Staff Officer
Overall Role and Context South East Technological University (SETU) wishes to recruit an Assistant Staff Officer to support in Academic Timetabling . The role is integral to the proper administration function of the Academic Administration and Student Affairs Office. Working with Heads of Department and the Faculty Offices, the successful candidate will be centrally involved in the administration and processing of Academic Timetabling across multiple departments. This key administration post will be based on the Carlow Campus . SETU is seeking to recruit an Assistant Staff Officer to provide administrative support to the academic Heads of Department in the area of Academic Timetabling. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with Heads of Department, the Faculty Offices, and other relevant stakeholders. They will play a central role in the coordination, administration, and processing of academic timetables across multiple departments. This position is integral to ensuring the smooth and effective scheduling of teaching and learning activities, helping to maintain an organised and student-focused academic environment. Principal Duties and Responsibilities Timetabling Terms and Conditions Hours of Work: The appointee will be required to work 35 hours per week together with any such additional hours as may be required for the proper discharge of their duties. Salary: Assistant Staff Officer Salary Scale: €38,217 – €54,367 Annual Leave: 23 days annual leave. Annual leave will be in accordance with arrangements authorised by the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science from time to time.
Department Manager
Location: Primark Limerick- Dooradoyle Salary: €51,028 Contract: Full-Time Permanent, 5 days out of 7 Benefits: 23 days annual leave, pension, colleague discount, enhanced maternity and paternity leave, employee assistance programme. BECAUSE YOU’RE READY FOR THE NEXT LEVEL A people-first culture where you can work with impact. A business that continues to grow and invest creating maximum joy at minimum cost. Just look at our 80,000+ colleagues across 450+ stores covering many markets globally, all leaving their mark. Our colleagues are the heart of everything we do – we’re caring, dynamic and we succeed together. The Department Manager plays a pivotal role, with genuine accountability and ownership. Our managers are empowered within a structured framework, allowing you to mould your team’s growth and enhance the customer experience. What you’ll do At Primark we do retail our way…so here is a taste of what you can expect in the role: Excited? Good. Because it’s energising to put your skills to work in a growing global business committed to helping people express themselves – and feel a sense of belonging.
Gallery Facilities Operative
Limerick City and County Council invites applications from suitably qualified persons who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which temporary and permanent vacancies for Gallery Facilities Operative may be filled throughout the lifetime of the panel. Limerick City Gallery of Art (LCGA) is the principal visual arts institution in Limerick, serving the city, county and wider region. In addition to the contemporary exhibition programme, LCGA is also home to a Permanent Collection comprising circa 1,000 works. LCGA welcomes approximately 90,000 visitors annually. The Position This is a key position within the organisation and requires a motivated, well-presented individual with a broad range of experience to carry out a range of duties. The duties listed below are non-exhaustive and may be altered from time to time depending on the needs of the organisation. Duties of the Gallery Facilities Operative may include, but will not be limited to:1. Security 15. Citizenship Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: (a) A citizen of the EEA (EU, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway), or (b) A citizen of the United Kingdom, or (c) A citizen of Switzerland under the EU-Swiss agreement, or (d) A non-EEA spouse/child of an EEA/UK/Swiss citizen with a stamp 4 visa, or (e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 (or family member with stamp 4 visa), or (f) A non-EEA parent of a dependent child who is an EEA/UK/Swiss citizen residing in the EEA and has a stamp 4 visa.
Executive Officers
1. Purpose of the Role The duties of an Executive Officer in An Coimisiún Pleanála are varied and can involve assignment to different parts of the organisation including the Planning Operations Division or the Corporate Affairs Division (see organogram at end of booklet). An Executive Officer (EO) reports to and supports the Senior Executive Officer (SEO) / Senior Administrative Officer (SAO) in pursuit of achieving the overall objectives of An Coimisiún Pleanála and its stated annual objectives set out in the annual delivery plan. The EO’s primary role is to contribute to the delivery of an efficient and effective planning service to the public and to provide an efficient and effective service in the area in which they are assigned. An EO critically analyses and uses good judgment and decision-making on a daily basis. The EO is an important part of a team with supervisory duties and acts as a link between their area of responsibility and their SEO/SAO. The EO is expected to be responsible and take ownership of tasks and to bring them to a satisfactory conclusion through the effective organisation, allocation and supervision of work. This junior management role is varied and requires the role holder to be flexible, capable of working to and meeting tight deadlines whilst also being committed to delivering quality results. General duties may include but are not limited to the following: • Validating and processing case work; • Writing letters and memos; • Making recommendations and decisions; • Preparing estimates; • Assisting the Senior Executive Officer to plan, organise and monitor the work of the area and to manage available resources; supporting line-managers and colleagues; • Working as part of a team and closely with Administrative Assistants assigning work and assisting and supporting a successful outcome for the team; • Providing ICT application maintenance and support to minimise service disruption and facilitate operations; • Investigate problems with software applications, diagnose root causes, and work on fixing them; • Taking ownership of assigned tasks and prioritising competing tasks in order to ensure that they are completed on time and to a high standard; • Providing high quality customer service to both internal and external customers, face to face and electronically, while consistently setting a good example to others within the team in relation to same; • Critically analysing work and making submissions and recommendations based on the analysis to the relevant Senior Executive Officer/Senior Administrative Officer; • Keeping up-to-date with the practices and procedures of An Coimisiún Pleanála and developing and maintaining the technical skills and knowledge required to perform effectively in the role; • Presenting material (written and oral) in a clear, concise, comprehensive and convincing manner; • Contributing to the development and implementation of new management information systems, such as the Commission’s new case management system. 2. Qualifications and Experience Essential Requirements Candidates must, on or before 15 August 2025, have: (a) Obtained a recognised degree or hold a qualification that in the opinion of An Coimisiún Pleanála is of at least an equivalent or higher standard OR (b) Obtained at least five subjects in the Leaving Certificate Examination (including Mathematics and Irish or English), three of which should be minimum Grade C at higher level, the others should be a minimum Grade D at ordinary level. Or have passed an examination(s) which would be acceptable to An Coimisiún Pleanála, as being of at least an equivalent standard of the Leaving Certificate and have a minimum of at least one year’s customer-based experience and/or 6 months supervisory management experience within a busy office environment OR (c) Be serving as a Public/Civil Servant with a minimum of two years’ service AND (d) All applicants must also demonstrate the competencies as outlined in the application form. Desirable Requirements • A proven track record of delivering high quality results under pressure; • Excellent computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office; • Excellent administration, organisational, diary and file management skills; • Strong attention to detail, analytical skills and sound judgement; • The ability to prioritise work and to multi-task; • Strong communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills; • The ability to work independently and/or cooperatively within a team environment in order to provide a public service ethos to give a customer-focused service; • The ability to present material in a clear, concise, comprehensive and convincing manner. 3. Person Specification The ideal candidate should be: • Capable of planning and organising people and resources to meet goals, targets and objectives; • Diligent and interested in making sure all tasks are completed to a high standard; • Reliable and have excellent time management skills; • Able to work well with others as part of a team and motivated to work independently; • Able to develop and maintain positive relationships; • Committed to treating others with respect and dignity in the workplace; • Committed to a public service ethos; • Understanding and sensitive when dealing with others and persuasive and clear when communicating; • Willing to share ideas and information with people, with the purposes of achieving results; • Flexible and adaptable and open to change. 4. Selection Process Normally, the number of applications received for a position exceeds that required to fill existing and future posts. While candidates may meet the eligibility criteria of the competition, if the numbers applying for a post are such that it would not be practical to progress all candidates to the next stage of the selection process, An Coimisiún Pleanála may decide that only a certain number may be called for interview. In this respect, a short-listing process will be employed to select a group for interview who, based on an examination of the application forms and the essential and desirable requirements for the posts, appear to be the most suitable for the position. It is therefore in your own interest to provide a detailed and accurate account of how your skills, personal qualities, qualifications and experience meet the essential and desirable requirements of the post. The selection process may comprise of some of the following: • A shortlisting of candidates based on the information contained in their application • An online exam • A competitive interview If candidates are required to attend testing and/or interview(s), it is at their own expense. It is not possible to alter the allocated testing and/or interview date(s) or time(s). Candidates who do not attend for testing and/or interview(s) etc., when and where required, will have no claim for further consideration and their candidature will be deemed to be withdrawn. Any candidate who supplies false or misleading information in their application may be disqualified or have their employment terminated. We will endeavour to keep candidates informed of the progress of their application at the earliest possible date. Candidates should note that canvassing will disqualify and will result in their exclusion from the process. Principal Conditions of Service 1. General The appointment is to an established position in the Public Service. A probationary period of one year from the date of appointment will apply. Notwithstanding this paragraph and the paragraph immediately following below, this will not preclude an extension of the probationary period in appropriate circumstances. During the period of probation, the appointee’s performance will be subject to review by a Senior Executive Officer/Line Manager to determine whether the appointee: (i) Has performed in a satisfactory manner; (ii) Has been satisfactory in general conduct; and (iii) Is suitable from the point of view of health with particular regard to sick leave. Prior to completion of probation, a decision will be made as to whether or not the appointee will be retained. This decision will be based on the appointee’s performance being assessed against the criteria set out in (i) to (iii) above. The detail of the probationary process will be explained to the appointee and the appointee will be given a copy of An Coimisiún Pleanála’s guidelines on probation. 2. Salary All new entrants to the public service will be required to commence employment at the minimum point of the scale. Personal Pension Contribution (PPC) salary for this position, with effect from 1 March 2025, is as follows: €37,544.00 - €60,610.00 This rate will also apply where the appointee is an existing civil or public servant appointed on or after 6 April 1995 and is required to make a personal pension contribution. A different rate will apply where the appointee is a civil or public servant recruited before 6 April 1995 who is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution. Long service increments may be payable after 3 (LSI1) and 6 (LSI2) years satisfactory service at the maximum of the scale. Candidates should note that the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Increments may be awarded annually subject to satisfactory performance. Important Note: Different pay and conditions may apply if, immediately prior to appointment, the appointee is already a serving Civil Servant or Public Servant. Payment will be made fortnightly in arrears by Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) into a bank account of an officer’s choice. Payment cannot be made until bank details have been supplied. 3. Tenure This position is permanent and pensionable. The employment may be terminated at any time by whichever is the greater of three months’ notice in writing on either side, or as set out in the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts, 1973 to 2005. In the event of misconduct, employment may be terminated at any time without notice or payment in lieu of notice. In any other case, any termination of employment by the Commission must be for stated reasons. 4. Duties The officer will be required to perform any duties appropriate to the position which may be assigned from time to time. 5. Organisation of the Working Time Act, 1997 The terms of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 will apply, where appropriate, to this appointment. 6. Hours of Attendance Hours of attendance will be fixed from time to time but will amount to not less than 41 hours 15 minutes gross per week – 35 hours net of lunch breaks. The hours of attendance are normally Monday to Friday, 9.15 am to 5.30 pm. Flexitime and blended working are available to staff subject to the requirements of the role and section you are assigned to.
