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Role: Plumbers Location: Nationwide Work Plumbers required with minimum experience and Professional Plumbers required. You will be required to work on sites / new houses. Requirements; Safe pass and manual handling. Own tools and car will be advantageous. To apply, please click the APPLY NOW button and upload your CV. You’re also welcome to call us on 0879531488 if you’d like to discuss the role.
Health Care Assistant (HCA)
About Us: Local Homecare Services Ltd. is a leading provider of compassionate and professional homecare services throughout County Kerry. Our mission is to support individuals in living independently and comfortably in their own homes. We are dedicated to providing the highest standard of care and building strong, trusting relationships with our clients and their families. The Role: We are currently seeking dedicated and compassionate Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) to join our growing team in Tralee, Dingle, Killarney, Listowel, Castleisland. As a Healthcare Assistant, you will play a vital role in our clients' lives, providing essential support with daily living activities. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in your community and help individuals maintain their independence. The Financial Package (Fully Qualified Rates): We value your time, especially during unsocial hours. Next Steps: Click Apply Now. We review applications daily and will call you within 24 hours for a quick chat.
Kerry Social Farming Alternative Respite Programme Leader
SOUTH KERRY DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP CLG Wishes to recruit KERRY SOCIAL FARMING ALTERNATIVE RESPITE PROGRAMME LEADER The Kerry Social Farming Alternative Respite programme will consist of a broad range of structured, non-residential activities designed to support people with disabilities and provide additional day time or evening alternative respite opportunities for their families depending on the activities organised. The programme will make use of local resources, farms, and community venues to create welcoming, inclusive, and enjoyable spaces for social farming participants, host farmers, and people with disabilities. Activities will be community-based and accessible, ensuring participants can engage meaningfully in a supportive environment. This initiative will build on the strong links, partnerships, and networks developed over time by Kerry Social Farming. It will draw on the experience, knowledge, and strengths established since Kerry Social Farming was first introduced in 2013, ensuring a high-quality, well-managed, and sustainable alternative respite service. This alternative respite will give people on the KSF waiting list an opportunity to see farming and farming business in operation. It will also allow them to engage with the current Social Farming participants and host farmers. REQUIREMENTS: • Prior experience of working with individuals with a disability or previous social care experience. • Experience of developing and implementing respite activities for groups of people with disabilities in Co. Kerry. • Experience of developing and implementing Person Centre Plan (PCP) for people with disabilities. • A relevant third level qualification in social care, social sciences, disability studies, occupational therapy or related field, or equivalent years of professional experience. • Understanding of issues around disability and social care needs. • Understanding of Kerry Social Farming project. • Knowledge of New Directions. • Knowledge of agriculture/general farm work and experience in dealing with farmers. • Knowledge and experience of working with community groups. • An understanding of community rural development principles. • Ability to coordinate logistics and manage multiple tasks efficiently. • Excellent communication & inter-personal skills. • Computer literacy and excellent report writing skills. • Full clean driving licence with access to own transport. The position is full-time (37.5 hours per week) and will be based at one of the SKDP Offices in Cahersiveen, Killorglin, Killarney or Kenmare with a fixed-term contract for a period of 12 months. Salary scale for the position is €32,182 to €44,931 per annum for a 37.5 hour week. To apply, please complete the Application Form which may be downloaded from SKDP Vacancies https://skdp.ie/skdp-vacancies/ Only typed applications received by email and on the official application form will be accepted – CV’s will not be considered. Closing Date : Not later than 5pm on Friday, 22nd May 2026 South Kerry Development Partnership CLG is an equal opportunities employer which welcomes applications from any individuals with the relevant skills and abilities to help make its diverse workforce more effective.
Mood Ice Cream Parlour Assistant
We are recruiting a Mood Ice Cream Parlour Assistant to join our team. As Ice Cream Parlour Assistant, you will be responsible for the preparation of high quality hot and cold products and for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. You will prepare each customer order with great pride, passion and care and inspire customers through your knowledge and expertise of our fresh food offering. Your priority will be to demonstrate your passion for quality food, manage queues and maintain the highest standards in hygiene and food safety ensuring each customer receives an exceptional customer experience. Relevant Skills/Experience:
Sales Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. Interact with each customer with great pride, passion and care and inspire shoppers through knowledge and expertise. The ideal candidate will have/be: Excellent communication skills Ability to engage with and prioritise customer needs Strong attention to detail, organised and flexible Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment Customer driven Previous customer service experience is an advantage. Main duties: Actively live Centra brand-values i.e. Proud, Energetic, Imaginative and Community-Based Show a positive attitude and take responsibility for ensuring customers receive an excellent shopping experience Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy Merchandise shelves, ensuring that all areas of the store are presented to the highest standard Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
Centre Manager/person In Charge, Residential Services
As a Section 39 organisation, KPFA operates its own pay scales. Annual increments are awarded up to the maximum point of the relevant scale. Applications are invited for an exciting opportunity. The successful candidate will be in the leadership, management and development of the service supporting adults with an Intellectual Disability. The Centre Manager/PIC will be responsible for the organisation and allocation of resources, for the successful implementation of the Association’s policies and the day to day management of the service. Post: Centre Manager/Person in charge - Listowel Residential Services Contract: Specified Purpose, Full-Time (39 hours per week) Location: Listowel, Co Kerry Roster: Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri: 09:00 - 17:00 / Wed: 10:00 - 17:00 *Rosters may be subject to change due to the operational requirements of the service* Listowel Residential includes two residential houses in the designated centre: The Haven & Hillview Summary of duties and responsibilities: *In relation to offers of employment, evidence of relevant employment experience must be clearly detailed in your CV. Failure to provide this information, along with a satisfactorily completed verification of service form before an agreed start date, will result in placement at Point 1 of the applicable scale. Incremental credit will only be applied from the date correct documents are submitted.* Your CV must be written independently and accurately reflecting your own experience, skills, and competencies. The use of AI or automated tools to complete any part is not permitted. Canvassing Any attempt by candidates or others acting on their behalf, directly or indirectly, through written communication or any other means, to canvass or influence in the candidate's favour any staff member of Kerry Parents and Friends Association, or any individual involved in interviewing or evaluating applicants, will result in the candidate's automatic disqualification from the position. Employee Benefits: Sick Pay Scheme, Paid Maternity Leave, Flexible Working, Employee Assistance Programme, Pension Scheme, Parking (Site Dependent) Generous Annual Leave, Access to income continuance scheme, Discounted Health Insurance and Access to training. For informal queries, please contact the Assistant Director of Services at 064-6632742 or by email to dorothy.pryce@kpfa.ie (A panel may be formed from which future vacancies for the Listowel Residential Services may be filled up to the 31st of December 2026) Kerry Parents and Friends Association is an equal opportunities employer
Production Operative
About the role We are recruiting for a Production Operative to join our Kerry Dairy Ireland site in Listowel. This is a full-time, seasonal role. Shifts are currently 12 hours (4 days on / 4 days off), with the potential to move later in the year to an 8-hour pattern (Monday to Friday). Overtime is available. Where will you work? Listowel is where Kerry Dairy Ireland originated. The site has one of the largest facilities in Kerry, where we process large quantities of milk to produce range of products, like Dairy Proteins, Primary Dairy Ingredients, Dairy Flavours and more. The site has onsite parking and canteen. It’s conveniently located close to N69 road and it’s 20 minutes by walk from the Listowel town centre. What will you be doing? Your responsibilities as the Production Operative will include
Dispensing Optician
Salary: Salary Up to €45,000 depending on experience Working Hours: Full or part time Experience Level: Must have previous experience working in an opticians Come and join our accomplished team as a Dispensing Optician at Specsavers Tralee, where we are at the height of customer care. Join us and help work to ensure every single one of our customers receives the very best patient experience. We’re community-focused and we need someone ready to use their passion, skills and experience to build on our ever-growing and loyal customer base. Our Dispensing Opticians are the face of our clinic on the shop floor and usually an integral part of our store management team, so we’re keen to get you up to speed with management responsibilities. With ILM courses, pre-reg supervision and Specsavers Partnership Pathway available, we can guide you on your way to becoming a great leader. This – along with your clinical expertise – will stand you in good stead if you choose to become a store director yourself one day. We’re dedicated to our customers, but what really makes this role stand out is that we offer a workplace with a difference - where people grow both personally and professionally. What’s on offer? CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Garda Trainee 2026 - General Competition
Age You must have attained the age of 18 and be no more than the age of 49 by the closing date for receipt of applications to this competition. Character You must be of good character. As a modern and progressive policing service, An Garda Síochána seeks candidates who display the highest standards of behaviour and maintain a network of influence of equally good character. Nationality You must, by the closing date for application to this competition be: A. A national of a European Union Member State; or B. A national of a European Economic Area State, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland or the Swiss Confederation; or C. Under the International Protection Act, 2015 and in compliance with the Admissions and Appointments Regulations 2013, as amended, be: i. A refugee or a family member of such a person in relation to whom a refugee declaration is in force and continues to be in force for the entire duration of the Garda Recruit selection and admissions process; or ii. A person granted subsidiary protection or a family member of such a person in relation to whom a subsidiary protection declaration is in force and continues to be in force for the entire duration of the Garda Recruit selection and admissions process; or iii. By the closing date for application to this competition, have had a period of one year’s continuous residence in the State, and during the eight years immediately preceding that period, have had a total residence in the State amounting to four years. Education You must have obtained the following, by the closing date for application to this competition: An Irish Leaving Certificate with a grade D3 or O6 minimum in five subjects at Ordinary Level*; or A minimum of a Level 5 Major award (120 Credits) on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ); or A recognised qualification (at Level 5 or greater) deemed comparable to the above in terms of both level and volume of learning as determines by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI). AND A proven proficiency in either or both of the following: i. The Irish language ii. The English language Please note: • Successful applicants are required to study and pass Irish as part of a module in the Garda College. • Subjects taken at Foundation Level Leaving Certificate are not considered equivalent for entry to this competition. In certain cases, a Pass in the Applied Leaving Certificate may be deemed equivalent to an Ordinary Leaving Certificate. A H7 grade is also deemed equivalent to an O6 grade. publicjobs may verify the validity of qualifications other than the Leaving Certificate with Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI). Candidates may refer to the National Academic Recognition Information Centre which offers advice on the academic recognition of foreign qualifications in Ireland. Employment Status You must have relinquished all previous employment prior to entry to the Garda College and may not be on a career break from any such employment upon entry. Medical Standards You must be certified by a Registered Medical Practitioner (nominated by the Commissioner after consultation with the Minister) to be in good health, of sound constitution and suited physically and mentally to performing the duties of a member of the service. Physical Competence Test You must have passed a Physical Competence Test before entering the Garda College to start training. Substance Misuse Assessment You must have passed all Substance Misuse (Controlled Drug and Psychoactive Substances) Assessments to the satisfaction of the Commissioner of An Garda Síochána. The competition for the selection of Trainees into An Garda Síochána attracts a very high number of applicants. As such, the selection process to become a Trainee is comprehensive, with candidates required to undertake a range of relevant assessment tests and exercises over a number of stages. The numbers called forward to each stage of selection will be determined from time to time, having regard to the number of places to be filled in the Garda College. publicjobs will conduct the initial selection stages on behalf of the Garda Commissioner. Names and details of candidates who are successful following the selection stages conducted by publicjobs, will be forwarded to An Garda Síochána for consideration for appointment. Neither An Garda Síochána nor publicjobs will be responsible for any expenses incurred by candidates in relation to the recruitment process. Deeming of candidature to be withdrawn Candidates who do not complete and submit the Online Assessments before the specified date; submit an application form when requested; attend for interview or other test when and where required; attend/undertake any subsequent stage of the selection process as requested or who do not, when requested, furnish such evidence as required in regard to any matter relevant to their candidature, will have no further claim to consideration. Candidates are expected to provide all requested documentation to publicjobs, including all forms issued by us for completion, within seven calendar days of request. Failure to do so will result in the candidate being deemed to have withdrawn from the competition and their candidature will receive no further consideration. Benefits TRAINING, LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT As a trainee you will undergo the Foundation Training Programme, which is the initial training and development programme that incorporates the training required to perform the role and functions of a Garda in an efficient and effective manner. The programme incorporates a Level 7 Bachelor of Arts Degree in Applied Policing, accredited by the University of Limerick. Upon successful completion of phase one, Garda Trainees become sworn members of An Garda Síochána (this is called attestation) and commence their probationary period (normally two-years from attestation) in accordance with the provisions of the Admissions and Appointments Regulations. You will receive further training, tailored to the requirements of your specific role throughout your career. ANNUAL LEAVE / SICK LEAVE Upon moving to phase II (after attestation), Probationary Gardai get 29.5 days paid annual leave per year inclusive of public holidays and Good Friday, with a pro-rata entitlement for periods of service less than one year. For Gardaí on operational duties, public holidays and Good Friday are to be regarded as normal working days except where they happen to be rostered as rest days. There are flexible working options available throughout your career (approval of management required). After three months training, sick leave provides full payment of your weekly training allowance for a period of up to four weeks. The amount of any benefits payable under the Social Welfare Acts is deducted from the payment during illness. PAY Garda Trainees will receive an allowance of €354 per week for the 36 weeks of training. Accommodation and food are provided while resident in the Garda College from Sunday to Friday. Upon attestation after 36 weeks, Garda Trainees become Probationer Gardaí and move to the first point of the pay scale which is €39,194 (As of 1 February 2026), rising incrementally to €60,333 per annum after 8 years. Probationer Gardaí will be assigned to work the core shift roster (12-hour), which attracts additional allowances. Gardaí may have the opportunity to work on overtime, which is paid at a rate of time and a half, unless worked on a Sunday/public holiday, which is paid at double time.
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 €460+ 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.
