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Graduate Management Trainee
Overview We’re Enterprise Mobility. A family-owned, world-class portfolio of brands that includes household names such as Enterprise Rent-A-Car. With a $35 billion turnover and nearly 90,000 team members across 95 countries, we’ve grown from a pioneering idea over 65-years ago, to the global mobility leader we are today. Join us, and as the TargetJobs Graduate Employer of the Year and a Times Top 100 Graduate Employer, we will offer you the freedom to explore your potential. And to progress forward on your own career path. Ready to make your move? After an initial virtual classroom-based orientation session, you’ll be assigned to a branch office for hands-on business training. Here you will learn valuable business skills from capable mentors who were once in your shoes. That’s because nearly all of our full-time employees started as a graduate in our Management Training Programme, including our current CEO. This allows everyone to learn our business from the ground up and to understand how they play a significant role in seeing it succeed. Our promote-from-within culture ensures that you’ll have a well-rounded training experience and learn skills in management, finance, operations, sales and customer service. As you progress, increasingly more opportunities will become available to you. You can choose, as most people do, to continue your rewarding ascent within our Rental Operations managerial track. Then - in as little as two years from joining as a graduate - you could become a Branch Manager in our retail network, in charge of your own team and your own profits. Or you can explore one of many other exciting options within Enterprise including Human Resources, Accounting, Revenue Management, Sales, Marketing and more. What is certain is that we encourage all of our employees to be the best they can be, and diversity is a priority in all areas of our business. We are recognised as a leader in diversity, equity and inclusion, having been included in prestigious lists such as The Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality and Stonewall's Top 100 Employers for LGBTQ+ Inclusion. Enterprise Mobility is also still family-owned – our CEO Chrissy Taylor is the third generation of the Taylor family to run the company. This allows us to look forward even more confidently to the future, providing the stability we need to pursue the long-term good for our business, our employees and our customers, even in these challenging times. Responsibilities As a Graduate Management Trainee, you are empowered to make business decisions that greatly affect your career as well as the bottom line. You’ll gain responsibility for developing new business and maintaining current relationships. You’ll be responsible for understanding cost control, reading your branch’s P&L statement and understanding what it takes to run a profitable business. You will also learn how to deliver exceptional customer service. We will teach you how to effectively communicate, influence, and interact with all types of customers, vendors, and colleagues. You’ll learn proper sales techniques, problem solving strategies and conflict management. Those skills will provide you with the opportunity to market to local business partners and build solid, long lasting relationships with key business decision makers. In your development to become a successful manager at Enterprise, you’ll learn how to mentor, train, develop, manage and promote staff of your own. In turn, we’ll reward your development with pay increases and opportunities for continued promotions. Qualifications CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Cabin Host/ess
You will work onboard one of our modern and luxurious private jets, placing dedicated focus on our customers comfort during their entire experience. Ultimately creating a unique home away from home experience, which our customers have come to love. As a brand ambassador you will understand that every flight is special and planned down to the finest of details. You will take care of every aspect of the customers experience to ensure they enjoy a tailored and unparalleled service. You will be proud to wear the VistaJet uniform and as an ambassador, always represent the brand to the highest of standards, across the globe. If this sounds like you, then this incredible opportunity could be the next step in your career. (Kindly note: if you have recently applied for this position, please wait 12 months from our last correspondence from you) Role overview You will always provide the highest standards of safety and comfort. You will be solely responsible for the entire cabin experience focusing on inflight service and cabin presentation. You will be supported by our global teams who will ensure you have all the support you need behind the scenes to create a unique tailored experience; from the moment your customers arrive. You will work for 17 days on and have 13 days off, this pattern of working is protected by our teams to ensure stability for you, although at times a degree of flexibility may be required. The fluidity of this role is what makes it exciting and unique to the world of VistaJet, essentially everyday will be a new adventure. You will be asked to choose a preferred base from our extensive list, this gives you flexibility and of course stability in calling your base, home. You will proceed from this base on day 1 and return on day 17. In addition to the above you will be supported by our experienced Cabin Management team, in both performance and development, and they will be available to you 365 days of the year. Industry-leading training Our incredible trainers will build on your current service skills and expertise by enrolling you onto our intensive 2-week training academy in Malta. This will incorporate and enhance your skills, that will have been demonstrated by you at one of our Cabin Assessment days. You will receive medical and safety training, so you are fully prepared to always ensure our clients safety and comfort. We kindly ask for all candidates to wait 12 months if they have previously applied or have attended an interview for the same position, please build on your previous experience and expertise and reapply to us. Required Skills, Qualifications, and Experience
Sales Acquisition Executive
Why This Role: Others:About eir: We are the country's biggest and best network with Ireland's fastest broadband, 4G mobile as standard, as well as the largest 5G network and individual business solutions. We are proud to be part of the very fabric of Ireland, going right back to the foundation of the state. We touch every community across the country. We already connect over 2 million customers across Ireland, which means we're one of the country's biggest brands. At eir, we can connect you to cutting edge careers, inspirational people, plenty of commitment and ambition, and a fantastic future. Our aim is to be the provider of choice for communications services in Ireland, which means we focus on looking after our people, so they can do the same for our customers. eir reserves the right to conduct appropriate suitability checks in relation to prospective employees including but not limited to reference checking and/or other searches using publicly available information. We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs #eirforall CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Librarian
KILKENNY COUNTY COUNCIL Kilkenny County Council provides services to a population of over 103,000 citizens in County Kilkenny in areas of housing, roads, transportation, planning, environment, economic and community development, tourism, libraries, fire and emergency response, parks, amenities, heritage, arts and water services. We have over 750 employees and can offer exciting careers across our services in various roles such as engineering, technical, financial, management, administration, library services, fire services and general services. Our headquarters are in Kilkenny City, and we have area offices throughout the county. The Council operates within an annual revenue budget of €120.9 million and a multi-annual six-year capital budget of €832 million. 2.1 LIBRARY SERVICE Kilkenny County Council Library Service operates in a dynamic and changing environment across its network of 8 branch libraries, one mobile library service, Library Administrative Headquarters including Local Studies. The library service is charged with delivering on the aims and objectives of the sector’s 5-year strategy, The Library is the Place, 2023-2027 and the local library development plan. Our Mission Kilkenny County Council is committed to working with the people of Kilkenny to develop sustainable, connected, economically thriving and proud communities with the consideration of climate change embedded into all our policies and services. Our Values 1. Accountability and Transparency We will communicate openly with people, and we will be transparent in all decision-making. 2. Inclusiveness, Equality and Accessibility. We prioritise social inclusion, equality of access and opportunity, and we will encourage the people, groups, and organisations we work with to take a similar approach. 3. Leadership We are committed to providing democratic and civic leadership in guiding the positive development of the City and County. 4. Pride We will take pride in our work and in the leadership role of Kilkenny County Council in the economic, social, cultural, and environmental development of the City and County 5. Quality Service We will provide an accessible, courteous, consistent, impartial, and responsive service and we will strive for continuous improvement in our service delivery. 6. Sustainability We will act in a sustainable way in relation to finance, the environment, our heritage, community affairs and socio-economic issues. We will work in ways that will not constrain the current or future needs of the people and communities of Kilkenny City and County. 7. Value for Money We will use resources efficiently and continually assess and evaluate our performance For further information on Kilkenny County Council see: 3.0 JOB INFORMATION/REQUIREMENTS PLEASE NOTE: • FAILURE TO UPLOAD ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS I.E. QUALIFICATIONS, I.D. ETC., AT SUBMISSION STAGE WILL AUTOMATICALLY RESULT IN AN INVALID APPLICATION. • APPLICANTS SHOULD SATISFY THEMSELVES THAT THEIR EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION. • APPLICANTS WITH NON-IRISH QUALIFICATIONS CAN AVAIL OF THE ON-LINE RECOGNITION OF FOREIGN QUALIFICATIONS SERVICE PROVIDED BY QUALITY AND QUALIFICATIONS IRELAND (QQI) AND MUST SUBMIT PROOF OF SAME WITH THEIR APPLICATIONS. • FAILURE TO FULLY COMPLETE EACH QUESTION ON THE APPLICATION FORM MAY DEEM YOUR APPLICATION INVALID (ANSWERS WHICH REDIRECT TO OTHER RESPONSES ARE NOT PERMITTED). 3.1.1 Character Each candidate shall be of good character. 3.1.2 Health Each candidate shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3.1.3 Education, Training, Experience etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms, (i) hold a degree (Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications) in the area of Library and Information Studies (ii) Have satisfactory experience of library work. 3.2 THE IDEAL CANDIDATE The Ideal Candidate must be able to demonstrate that they have sufficient experience and a proven track record in the following: 3.2.1 Have knowledge of the structure and functions of the local government library service, of current issues, future trends and strategic direction of library services and an understanding of the role of the Librarian in this context. 3.2.2 Have a strong sense of commitment to delivering quality public services and be willing to take on a challenge. 3.2.3 Have a good understanding of the role of digital technologies in the delivery of 21st Century library services. 3.2.4 Be highly motivated and have excellent interpersonal and communications skills. 3.2.5 Demonstrate the ability to supervise and motivate a team effectively and maintain productive working relationships within the organisation and with customers. 3.2.6 Have effective budget management skills. 3.2.7 Have experience of planning/prioritising to meet targets and delegating work appropriately. 3.2.8 Have experience of problem solving/ decision making. 3.2.9 Demonstrate openness and a willingness to adopt new ways of working and involve others in change. Desirable Requirements Kilkenny County Council can for any position they advertise, include Desirable Requirements. Desirable Requirements are those that would be beneficial to optimising job performance. Desirable Requirements can be used if necessary to reduce numbers called for interview. It is desirable that each candidate shall: 3.2.10 Have at least 2 years satisfactory library experience. 3.2.11 Possess a full clean driving licence for class B vehicles and have access to a car at all times for use in their work. Applicants should satisfy themselves they are eligible under the required qualifications. Kilkenny County Council may not be in a position to investigate the eligibility of all candidates in advance of the interview/examination, and hence persons who are ineligible but nevertheless enter, may put themselves to unnecessary expense. 4.0 JOB DESCRIPTION Kilkenny County Council Library Service operates in a dynamic and changing environment across its network of 8 branch libraries, one mobile library service, Library Administrative Headquarters including Local Studies. The library service is charged with delivering on the aims and objectives of the sector’s 5-year strategy, Our Public Libraries 2022 and the local library development plan – Kilkenny County Council Cultural Strategy Arts, Heritage & Libraries 2023-2027. The Librarian will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to meet the wide-ranging information, education, research and cultural needs of the citizens of Kilkenny. The position of Librarian is a frontline supervisory position with responsibility for managing the performance of a section or function. The Librarian has responsibility for managing resources, staff and library services to the public and will report to the County Librarian and/or the senior library management team. The librarian is the first level professional managerial role and is central to the delivery of frontline and service support of public library services. The librarian has responsibility for managing resources, staff and library services to the public and will report to the County Librarian and/or the senior library management team. The role will include the following: 4.1.1 Assist in the development of library policies; development programme, plans and strategies. 4.1.2 General branch management and development. 4.1.3 Management of information systems and services. 4.1.4 Identifying opportunities for improvements in service delivery. 4.1.5 Networking and community engagement. 4.1.6 Communicate and liaise effectively with employees, senior managers, customers, elected representatives in relation to operational matters of the library service. 4.1.7 Ensure full compliance with all organisational policies and procedures. 4.1.8 Supervision and participation in the Performance Management Development System. 4.1.9 Support the Executive Librarian or other nominated senior official to communicate, implement and manage all change management initiatives within the library. 4.1.10 Cultural and community programming and engagement 5.0 JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The main duties and responsibilities of the librarian will be consistent with the provision of a modern 21st century public library service that is responsive to the changing requirements of customers of all ages and abilities. The duties will include but are not limited to: 5.1.1 Managing performance and service delivery to expected standards in line with targets, plans and policies. 5.1.2 Supporting ICT and digital services. 5.1.3 Responsible for the supervision of delivery of a service within the library service. 5.1.4 Compile, prepare and present reports as necessary. 5.1.5 Provide ongoing support to employees including performance management and identifying training and development requirements as appropriate. 5.1.6 Developing and supporting community engagement. 5.1.7 Managing a budget and cash management. 5.1.8 Ensure full compliance with all organisational policies and procedures. 5.1.9 Communicate and liaise effectively with colleagues, managers and customers in relation to operational matters for their area within the library service. 5.1.10 To deputise for the Executive Librarian where required. The above specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. 6.0 PARTICULARS OF OFFICE 6.1 TYPE OF POST To form a panel from which Permanent, Fixed Term, Specific Purpose and where applicable Acting-Up contract posts, may be filled during the lifetime of the panel. 6.2 SALARY The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The holder of the office shall pay to Kilkenny County Council any fees or other monies (other than inclusive salary) payable to and received by him/her by virtue of his/her office or in respect of services which he/she is required by or under any enactment to perform. In accordance with EL02/2011 persons who are not serving Local Authority employees must be placed on the minimum of the scale. Where a person being appointed is a serving Local Authority employee normal starting pay rules will apply. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with government policy. The current salary scale for the position is €51,210 minimum of the scale to €61,252 Maximum of the scale inclusive of LSI’s. 6.3 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. 6.4 SUPERANNUATION CONTRIBUTION 6.4.1 Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 New members joining the public sector on or after 1st January 2013 will be required to join the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. It applies to all first-time entrants to the Public Service as well as former public servants returning to the public sector after a break of more than 26 weeks. Your contributions will be made up of 3% of your gross pensionable remuneration and 3.5% of your net pensionable remuneration (your gross pensionable remuneration less twice the value of the Contributory State Pension). Your normal retirement age under this scheme is the same age at which you can claim the Contributory State Pension. The minimum age for receipt of this pension is Age 66. There is a compulsory retirement age of 70 years. 6.4.2 Persons who commenced in Public Service Employment after 6th April 1995 and prior to 1st January 2013: Persons who became pensionable employees after 6th April 1995 and prior to 1st of January 2013, without a break in employment, will join the Local Government (Superannuation) (Consolidation) Scheme 1998. Contributions are payable at the rate of 1.5% of your basic salary, 3.5% of basic salary less twice two times the value of the Contributory State Pension and a further 1.5% is payable for spouse and children’s contributions (*non-officer grades pay a co-ordinated contribution: ‘Non-New Entrants’ (those who became pensionable after 6th of April 1995 and prior to 1st April 2004) have a minimum retirement age of 60 and a compulsory retirement age of 70. ‘New Entrants’ (those who became pensionable after 1st April 2004 and prior to 1st January 2013) have minimum retirement age of 65 with no compulsory retirement age. 6.4.3 Persons who commenced in Public Service Employment before 6th April 1995: Their minimum retirement age is 60 and they have a compulsory retirement age of 70 as per Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government Circular Letter CL/2/2019. Contributions are 5% of basic salary and 1.5% of basic salary towards Widow’s & Orphan’s or Spouse & Children’s Scheme. 6.5 PENSION ABATEMENT If the appointee was previously employed in the Civil Service or in the Public Service please note that the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 (Section 52) includes a provision which extends abatement of pension for all Civil and Public Servants who are re-employed where a Public Service Pension is in payment. This provision to apply abatement across the wider public service came into effect on 1 November 2012. This may have pension implications for any person appointed to this position that is currently in receipt of a Civil or Public Service pension or has a preserved Civil or Public Service pension which will come into payment during his/her employment in this position. Prior to appointment, successful applicants will be obliged to complete a declaration in relation to previous Public Service pensionable employment. Please note: In applying for this position you are acknowledging that you understand the abatement provisions, where relevant, will apply. It is not envisaged that the employing Department/Office will support an application for an abatement waiver in respect of appointments to this position. 6.6 PENSION ACRUAL A 40-year limit on total service that can be counted towards pension where a person has been a member of more than one pre-existing public service pension scheme (i.e. non-Single Scheme) as per the 2012 Act shall apply. This 40-year limit is provided for in the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. This may have implications for any appointee who has acquired pension rights in a previous public service employment. 6.7 PROBATION The following provisions shall apply: 6.7.1 There shall be a period after such appointments take effect during which such persons shall hold such office on probation; 6.7.2 Such period shall be 1 year but the Chief Executive may at his/her discretion extend such period; 6.7.3 Such persons shall cease to hold such employment at end of the period of probation unless during such period the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory. 6.8 PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL QUESTIONNAIRE/ EXAMINATION For the purposes of satisfying the requirement as to health, it will be necessary for each successful applicant, before he/she is appointed, to respond to a medical questionnaire which is submitted to a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by Kilkenny County Council. If necessary, an in-person appointment will be made with our medical practitioner. In the event the applicant does not take up the post following the pre-employment medical, he/she will reimburse Kilkenny County Council the cost of the medical examination, as per a previously signed understanding. 6.9 HOURS OF WORK The post is wholetime the person appointed will be required to work a 35-hour week which equates to a 7-hour day. Five days over a six, day period at any time from Monday to Saturday, including some evenings every week. The post entails a wide range of duties which require maximum flexibility, involving regular evening and weekend attendance where necessary. The person appointed may be required to work outside of normal hours on occasion. Hours may be subject to change as required 6.10 ANNUAL LEAVE Annual leave entitlement for this position will be in accordance with Department of Environment, Community & Local Government Circular LG(P) 07/2011. 6.11 TRAVEL When required to do so holders of the office shall hold a full Irish driving licence for class B vehicles free from endorsement and disqualification and, shall drive a motor car in the course of their duties and for this purpose provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the Local Authority. It is Kilkenny County Council policy that all staff using their private cars for work purposes, regardless of the frequency should: 1) Indemnify Kilkenny County Council on their personal insurance policy 2) Note business class on their personal policy 3) It is the obligation of the driver/owner to ensure that the vehicle is fit to be on the public road. When applicable for specific roles, travelling and subsistence expenses necessarily incurred in the course of official duties will be refunded in accordance with appropriate rates in line with the relevant Department Circulars and any other relevant documents. If during your employment, your licence is revoked, even temporarily, or if you receive endorsements on your licence, which may affect your duties, you are obliged to notify the Council immediately. 6.12 LOCATION The holder of the office may be based in any of the branch libraries or in Library HQ and will be expected to travel to and work in other library service points as required. 6.13 SAFETY, HEALTH & WELFARE The holder of the post shall comply with Kilkenny County Council’s Safety Management System. He/she shall familiarise him/herself with the Safety statement for his/ her section and all the associated safety & health risk assessments, safe systems of work, and procedures and make proper use of all safety clothing and equipment. Failure to comply with the Safety Statement and its requirements may result in disciplinary action. 6.14 TRAINING It is a condition of employment that successful applicants will be required to participate in training programmes relevant to the skills necessary for the performance of the duties attaching to the post. 6.15 POLICIES & PROCEDURES The post-holder will be expected to abide and adhere to the policies & procedures applicable to Kilkenny County Council.
Trainee Audiology Practitioner
Want to help the nation hear clearer than ever? Well, as an Audiology Practitioner at Specsavers, you can work alongside your partners and colleagues to help more customers with their hearing, faster. You can train to completion with the support of a Hearing Aid Dispenser (HAD), and then eventually have the chance to move on to other roles within the store or wider business. Here, your opportunities are endless. Our store Based out of our Kilkenny store you will provide first class customer serivce to our patients Our team We have a small team of 3 on the Audiology side of the business. What’s on offer? As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include: Find out more While we don’t need you to have a degree or any specific qualifications to enrol on this programme, we do need you to have a few skills to get started here. Firstly, you’ll need to have good written and verbal English skills, so we know you can communicate effectively with our customers and colleagues. You’ll also need to have a keen interest in self-development, desire to further your skills, and then ideally a fluency in use of patient management systems (but don’t worry if you don’t have that last one). Got all of these? We can’t wait for you to apply! CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Support Worker
Support Worker (Multiple Vacancies) Location: Ballytobin Services, Co. Kilkenny Come and work with one of Ireland’s best 150 Employers! Brothers of Charity Services Ireland are looking for bright, ambitious individuals who have a positive attitude towards working with people with an intellectual disability and who are committed to ensuring that our persons supported lead as fulfilling and enjoyable a life as possible. Please apply to be considered for the following vacancies: The role of a Support Worker Support Workers provide a key-working caring role for a group of People Supported by the Services. They are responsible for all aspects of personal care required during the day. This includes meals, personal hygiene and other related aspects of physical well-being. Secondly, a major focus of the Support Worker role is to assist and support People Supported by the Services with the development of their Individual Plans and achievement of associated outcomes. In addition, a critical component of this role is to support People Supported by the Services in community participation and integration. · Competitive Rates of Pay (€33,699 - €46,984 pro-rata) · 22 days Annual Leave · Defined Benefit Pension Plan · Flexible Working Hours · Full Training provided · Full & Part-Time Work · Career Progression · Sick Pay Benefits · Employee Assistance Programs Click here to view our full range of benefits The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Executive Librarian
JOB DESCRIPTION Kilkenny County Council Library Service operates in a dynamic and changing environment across its network of 8 branch libraries, one mobile library service, Library Administrative Headquarters including Local Studies. The library service is charged with delivering on the aims and objectives of the sector’s 5-year strategy, Our Public Libraries 2022 and the local library development plan – Kilkenny County Council Cultural Strategy Arts, Heritage & Libraries 2023- 2027. The Executive Librarian will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to meet the wideranging information, education, research and cultural needs of the citizens of Kilkenny. The Executive Librarian is a professional librarian post and performs a role in almost all areas of library service. He/she will be responsible for the management and development of Library services including staff supervision, resources, programming, marketing and buildings. The post may be assigned executive responsibility for the day-to-day management of branch libraries or alternatively based in Library Headquarters with responsibility for managing particular service areas. The Executive Librarian role requires excellent professional librarian, administrative, employee supervisory and interpersonal and communication skills and expertise. The Executive Librarian has responsibility for managing resources, staff and library services to the public and will report to the County Librarian and/or the senior library management team. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The main duties and responsibilities of the Executive Librarian will be consistent with the provision of a modern 21st century public library service that is responsive to the changing requirements of customers of all ages and abilities. The duties will include but are not limited to the following: STRATEGIC PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL QUESTIONNAIRE/ EXAMINATION For the purposes of satisfying the requirement as to health, it will be necessary for each successful applicant, before he/she is appointed, to respond to a medical questionnaire which is submitted to a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by Kilkenny County Council. If necessary, an in-person appointment will be made with our medical practitioner. In the event the applicant does not take up the post following the pre-employment medical, he/she will reimburse Kilkenny County Council the cost of the medical examination, as per a previously signed understanding. HOURS OF WORK (35 HOURS) There are eight branches, a mobile service and Library HQ (Mayfair, Callan, Castlecomer, Ferrybank, Graiguenamanagh, Loughboy, Thomastown,) Kilkenny County Council reserves the right to assign you to any department or premises in use by the Council, now or in the future. Changes in location of employment will not result in payment of disturbance money or other compensation. The successful candidate may be required to work variable hours over the library's working week, from Monday to Saturday, which may include weekends and late evenings. When required to do so holders of the office may be required to drive a motor car, in the course of performing their duties and should therefore, hold a full driving licence for class B vehicles free from endorsement, disqualification and medical limitation on driving. The average weekly working hours are 35 hours per week. Rotas may be amended periodically in response to service needs. The Council reserves the right to alter your hours of work from time to time. You may be required to work additional hours on a time off in lieu basis on various occasions. All hours of work will be subject to and recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 and the Organisation of Working Time Act (Regulations) 2001. The post is wholetime the person appointed will be required to work a 35-hour week which equates to a 7-hour day. Five days over a six, day period at any time from Monday to Saturday, including some evenings every week. The post entails a wide range of duties which require maximum flexibility, involving regular evening and weekend attendance where necessary. The person appointed may be required to work outside of normal hours on occasion. Hours may be subject to change as required. ANNUAL LEAVE Annual leave entitlement for this position will be in accordance with Department of Environment, Community & Local Government Circular LG(P) 07/2011. TRAVEL When required to do so holders of the office shall hold a full Irish driving licence for class B vehicles free from endorsement and disqualification and, shall drive a motor car in the course of their duties and for this purpose provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the Local Authority. It is Kilkenny County Council policy that all staff using their private cars for work purposes, regardless of the frequency should: 1) Indemnify Kilkenny County Council on their personal insurance policy 2) Note business class on their personal policy 3) It is the obligation of the driver/owner to ensure that the vehicle is fit to be on the public road. When applicable for specific roles, travelling and subsistence expenses necessarily incurred in the course of official duties will be refunded in accordance with appropriate rates in line with the relevant Department Circulars and any other relevant documents. If during your employment, your licence is revoked, even temporarily, or if you receive endorsements on your licence, which may affect your duties, you are obliged to notify the Council immediately. LOCATION The holder of the office may be based in any of the branch libraries or in Library HQ and will be expected to travel to and work in other library service points as required. SAFETY, HEALTH & WELFARE The holder of the post shall comply with Kilkenny County Council’s Safety Management System. He/she shall familiarise him/herself with the Safety statement for his/ her section and all the associated safety & health risk assessments, safe systems of work, and procedures and make proper use of all safety clothing and equipment. Failure to comply with the Safety Statement and its requirements may result in disciplinary action. TRAINING It is a condition of employment that successful applicants will be required to participate in training programmes relevant to the skills necessary for the performance of the duties attaching to the post. POLICIES & PROCEDURES The post-holder will be expected to abide and adhere to the policies & procedures applicable to Kilkenny County Council.
Site Engineer
About the Role: We have an exciting opportunity for a Site Engineer to assist with supervision of on-going site works. The successful candidate will liaise with EPS site staff as well as our sub-contractors in the coordination of site activities including civil/structural works and MEICA install as well as ensuring all site works are done to highest level of HSQE Standards. A highly varied, challenging role providing invaluable exposure to the right candidate. Key Responsibilities: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Social Care Worker, Residential
Mission Statement of L’Arche: “To make known the gifts of people with intellectual disabilities revealed through mutually transforming relationships. To engage in our diverse cultures, working together to build a more humane society. To foster an environment in communities that is inspired by the core values of our founding story, and that responds to the changing needs of our members.” Social Care Worker - L’Arche Kilkenny We are currently recruiting for a Social Care Workerto work as part of our Residential and Community team. These are a full time fixed term 1 year contract positions for a basic 39hr a week additional supplements for Sleepovers, Sundays, Bank Holidays and Christmas time dependent on continued HSE funding. The applicant must have a minimum of a Fetac /QQI 7, BA in Social Care studies in Healthcare/Social care or social care degree. There is a 6 month probationary period applying to the employment. The post is subject to Garda vetting. The Social Care Worker will assist in all aspects of daily living in line with the needs, will and preference of the individual and as outlined in an agreed care plan. The person will be responsible, reliable and competent in household management and have the ability to create and maintain a homely and supportive environment. They will be required to take an active part in ensuring that the day-to-day operations of the Service reflect the ethos of L’Arche and that all staff are meeting the needs of the individuals supported by the Service. The Social Care Worker should be flexible and have the ability to work as a member of a team. They must be willing and able to work rosters that include both days, nights, sleepovers, late evenings and week-ends. Job Purpose & Role · You will be accountable to the House Leader and Person in Charge. · To be responsible for the daily routines and welfare of the Core Members within the Residential setting.Provide individualized, person-cantered support to adults with intellectual disabilities, ensuring their dignity, autonomy, and personal preferences are prioritized. · To ensure that the Residential Service is run in keeping with the ethos and spirituality of L’Arche as outlined in our Identity and Mission Statements. · To promote the dignity and image of the Core Members. · To maintain the Health and Safety of the working area, maintenance of written records, monitoring accidents, incidents, reporting and recording them appropriately In Relation to the Core Members · Ensure a person centred approach in the delivery of independent living skills, occupation and leisure activities, communication, personal care and behaviour support plans · Develop positive affirmative interpersonal relationships with each Core Member. · To ensure that the Core members Care Plans are observed and maintained so L’Arche can achieve its goals and objectives as a service for adults with intellectual disabilities. · Ensure that each individual is supported in their social integration, social kills and to pursue and maintain their individual hobbies, interests. · Personal care – dressing, bathing, toileting, assistance with eating, sleeping support, first aid, and health promotion. · Ensure that the personal clothing of individuals is looked after and cared for and that the household and bed linen is changed and laundered regularly. · Ensuring a healthy and nutritious diet is offered and takes into account their individual choice. · To encourage and promote the participation of individuals in buying, preparing, cooking of meals and packed lunches as required. · Promoting awareness and supporting residents in their required personal hygiene and personal appearance standards. · Physical support – moving and handling, fire safety, cleaning, laundry, infection control, mobility and communication needs. · Liaising with the Day Service to make sure house to work transitions are managed according to the individual’s needs. · Encourage and promote the involvement of individuals in the prudent management of their personal monies in line with the Core Members Money Policy. · Ensure that the religious and pastoral needs of each individual are adequately supported. · Administer prescribed medications and maintain all required records in keeping with organisational policy. In Relation to the House Leader · To assist the House Leader and Deputy House Leader in regard to compiling and presenting reports as required. · Assisting the House Leader in ensuring that the day to day running of the house are person centred and are in line with value-based practices. · Ensure immediate and accurate reporting of all matters of concern to the House Leader and Person in Charge (PIC). In Relation to the House/ Community · Ensure all medical appointments are coordinated and supported. · Participating in driving duties around the needs of the residents and the house needs. · Utilise the transport services available to the service area and advise the appropriate staff on transport needs. · Liaise with the Day Services Coordinator on social and recreational activities of residents using Day Service facilities. · Ensure that buildings are well maintained and in good repair and notify any issues about the home to the House Leader or Person in Charge. · Ensure that all reports, timesheets and financial statements are accurate, completed and returned on time. · Maintain complete and accurate records for each person to include the personal needs assessments, risk assessments, incidents and notifiable events, file notes, communication plans, behavioural management support, health action plans, medication management and financial records. · To work with the volunteer Live in Assistants for the smooth running of the Residential Service. Essential skills and experience Applications should include your current Curriculum Vitae, along with a cover letter outlining why you feel you would be suitable for this role.
