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Abbott in Ireland We’ve been proudly operating in Ireland since 1946, with over 6,000 employees across 10 sites . Our facilities span manufacturing, commercial operations, and shared services, located in Clonmel, Cootehill, Donegal, Longford, Sligo, Dublin, and Galway. Please note any offer of employment for this position is conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination, including drug and alcohol screening, conducted by a medical practitioner designated by the Company Longford Diagnostic Division Our Longford site plays a vital role in meeting global demand for diagnostic testing in areas such as infectious disease, cancer, thyroid, and cardiovascular conditions. Located in the heart of Ireland’s midlands, Longford offers a vibrant community, rich history, and plenty of amenities for work-life balance. Your Role As a Diagnostic Assistant, you’ll help ensure our production goals are met — delivering high-quality diagnostic products that make a difference in people’s lives. Key Responsibilities Shift: As discussed with Hiring Manager
Bar and Waiting Team Member
All colleagues working in our restaurants, cafés and bars will benefit from the discretionary service charge we add to bills. The majority of our guests are happy to reward our colleagues for their excellent service. Serve up the flavour that turns a good break into a great one Join our Food and Beverage team, where you'll be the friendly face welcoming guests and delivering exceptional service. You'll handle orders, serve food and drinks and play a key role in creating great experiences. What you'll be doing
Social Care Administrator
Job Summary Nua Healthcare Services (Nua) is one of Ireland’s leading Private Social & Healthcare Providers, specialising in Residential and Supported Living Services, to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support needs. We are seeking applications from energetic and enthusiastic individuals to join our team for the above positions. The successful candidate will be afforded all necessary training and development in line with the role. Candidates must be highly motivated and creative, with a passion for engaging with Service Users on a daily basis. Candidates will contribute to enriching the lives of our Service Users. #Nua1 Job Objectives We are seeking applications for the role of a Social Care Administrator. The role will involve completing administrational duties in Nua’s Residential Homes on a part time/ Full time basis and would typically suit candidates with a keen interest in administration, attention to detail and organisation skills. This is an excellent role for an Administrator to begin a career within the social & healthcare industry as full training will be provided to the successful candidate. This will include the following on a day-to-day basis: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Assistant Support Worker & Social Care Worker
Job Summary Nua Healthcare Services is one of Ireland’s leading Care Providers. We provide Residential, Supported Living, Day Services and Community Outreach Services to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support requirements. Benefits of joining Nua Healthcare! CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Principal Officer - Transfer Pricing Specialist
Role Responsibilities and Functional Areas The Principal Officer will lead and direct a specialised transfer pricing function. The role may involve assignment to one of the following areas: Audit & Compliance In this area, the Principal Officer will be responsible for leading and directing a dedicated transfer pricing audit branch comprised of a multidisciplinary team of transfer pricing auditors and support staff. The Principal Officer will be responsible for developing and delivering the Branch’s transfer pricing audit programme and improving the capability and skills of the team. The Principal Officer will also be expected to contribute to the development of Revenue’s overall policy approach to transfer pricing matters. The Principal Officer will have the capacity to lead and participate in transfer pricing audits and other transfer pricing compliance interventions as well as the capacity to lead and direct their team to conduct such audits or enquiries. The Principal Officer will be expected to confront non-compliance in the area of transfer pricing, including in the area of attribution of profit to branches and permanent establishments. International Taxation In this area, the Principal Officer will be responsible for leading a dedicated transfer pricing Competent Authority team in resolving Mutual Agreement Procedures (MAPs) and Advance Pricing Agreements (APAs), as part of Ireland’s tax treaty obligations, or advising on transfer pricing policy matters at a national and international level. The Principal Officer will be expected to contribute to the development of transfer pricing capability within the team. The allocation of duties will depend on business needs, and the successful candidates may be assigned to either of the functional areas outlined above. Person Specification “The international tax landscape remains complex and challenging, and Revenue continues to dedicate significant specialist resources to managing the compliance risks and dispute resolution opportunities in this space.” – Commissioner Ruth Kennedy Principal Officer Transfer Pricing Role The Principal Officer role is a key senior management position within Revenue and the successful applicants will be expected to make a strong contribution to the continuous development of Revenue’s transfer pricing capacity and capability. The person required for the Principal Officer post must be able to demonstrate the following skills: • Significant management experience in a major organisation, including project management, managing resources or commercial negotiations. • A deep understanding of transfer pricing and the Irish tax system, law and practice and have specialist expertise in the areas of transfer pricing and international tax for businesses. • Active involvement in the design and implementation of cross border transfer pricing planning strategies and, ideally, involvement in, or an awareness of, intellectual property valuation issues. • Case-specific involvement in transfer pricing technical matters such as transfer pricing audits, advising on transfer pricing policies, responding to and defending claims for transfer pricing adjustments, managing engagement with tax administrations on cross border dispute resolutions such as mutual agreement procedures or dispute prevention processes such as advance pricing agreements. • Understanding how multinational businesses operate from both a legal and commercial perspective and how their transfer pricing policies and or tax planning or tax mitigation strategies impact on risk. • Excellent communication, networking and influencing skills, as required to operate at a senior level. • The ability to work on their own initiative and to provide leadership to their team. Successful applicants should note that Revenue is a responsive and agile organisation and, as such, you may be assigned to projects and other duties appropriate to the Principal Officer, Transfer Pricing role to which you are appointed. Responsibilities Transfer Pricing – Audit & Compliance • Managing risk-driven transfer pricing audits and enquiries in order to protect the Irish Corporate tax base. • Developing risk analysis strategies to identify transfer pricing risks. • Detection and assessment of transfer pricing risks. • Analysis of complex transfer pricing issues. • Managing teams of auditors or investigators. • Coaching, mentoring, and transferring skills. • Drafting internal operating instructions and guidance for taxpayers. • Liaising with other senior Revenue managers on transfer pricing issues, including contributing to the overall development of Revenue’s policy in relation to transfer pricing issues. • Providing transfer pricing support and advice to colleagues in operational divisions in Revenue. • The responsibilities listed above will also apply in relation to the attribution of profit to branches and permanent establishments. Transfer Pricing – International Taxation • Leading negotiations and timely resolution of transfer pricing MAP and APA cases with Ireland’s treaty partners. • Analysis of complex transfer pricing issues. • Developing and maintaining strong relationships with the competent authorities of other jurisdictions. • Managing, mentoring, and coaching a team with a particular focus on enhancing transfer pricing capability. • Advising on transfer pricing policy. • Representing Ireland’s interests in relation to OECD, EU and UN transfer pricing matters. • Providing transfer pricing technical support to other areas within Revenue. • Working closely with other senior Revenue managers in relation to transfer pricing and related issues. Locations This is a nationwide competition. Please select your location preferences when completing the application form. You may only select a location where you would be prepared to take up a position and you may only select a maximum of 2 locations. Please also note you may not change your location preferences after the closing date of this competition. Revenue has modern, flexible, and family-friendly working policies, which include opportunities for hybrid working. In hybrid working arrangements, a minimum office attendance of one day per week in your assigned location will be required in all roles, with additional attendance such as for business meetings, Divisional conferences, Finance Bill and EU Presidency where necessary and in line with business needs. Revenue has an active mobility policy; appointees may apply to move to a Principal Officer level role in Revenue or another Government Department under the Civil Service Mobility Scheme after two years in the post. Personal Pension Contribution (PPC Rate) The salary scale for the position of Principal Officer in Revenue, as of 1 February 2026, is as follows: €107,081 €111,625 €116,133 €120,676 €124,508 €128,483 (LSI 1) €132,450 (LSI 2) The PPC pay rate applies when the individual is required to pay a Personal Pension Contribution (otherwise known as a main scheme contribution) in accordance with the rules of their main or personal superannuation scheme. This is different to a contribution in respect of membership of a Spouses’ and Children’s scheme, or the Additional Superannuation Contributions (ASC). A different rate will apply where the appointee is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution. Entry will be at the minimum of the scale and the rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation and may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Different terms and conditions may apply if you are a currently serving civil or public servant. Subject to satisfactory performance increments may be payable in line with current Government Policy. Long service increments may be payable after 3 (LSI1) and 6 (LSI2) years’ satisfactory service at the maximum of the scale. You will agree that any overpayment of salary, allowances, or expenses will be repaid by you in accordance with Circular 07/2018: Recovery of Salary, Allowances, and Expenses Overpayments made to Staff Members or Former Staff Members or Pensioners. Hours of Attendance Hours of attendance will be fixed but will amount to not less than 41 hours and 15 minutes gross or 35 hours net per week. Flexible Working Policies As an Employer of Choice, the Civil Service has many flexible and family friendly policies, e.g. Worksharing, Shorter Working Year, Remote Working (operated on a blended basis), etc. All elective policies can be applied for in accordance with the relevant statutory provisions and are subject to the business needs of the organisation. The Civil Service also operates a Mobility scheme for all general service grades. This scheme provides staff with career opportunities to learn and partake in diverse roles across a range of Civil Service organisations and geographical locations. Annual Leave The annual leave allowance will be 30 working days. This allowance is subject to the usual conditions regarding the granting of annual leave and is on the basis of a five-day week and is exclusive of the usual public holidays. Employee Assistance Programme You will have access to confidential support services through the Civil Service Employee Assistance Service (CSEAS) and Revenue’s wellbeing programme “RevWell”.
Grounds Operative
Longford Forest | €14.35 per hour Care for the forest that cares for our guests Join our Grounds Services team to maintain the village's grounds and landscaped areas to high standards, supporting forestry and grounds teams to keep the environment clean, safe and attractive. What you'll be doing Our values Each colleague at Center Parcs is involved in building better worlds for our guests, colleagues, communities and our environment. Contributing to our purpose means living out our values : We care, we're brave, we're determined and we're naturally us. Sound like your kind of job? Apply online today - interviews are ongoing
Community Champion
Locations: Longford & Athlone Contract: Part time; 2–4 days per week, with flexibility to manage your hours responsibly around community needs Working pattern: Mix of infield community work and remote homebased hours Hourly rate: €14.15 + performance related bonus Specsavers is built on community spirit, genuine care, and the belief that everyone deserves access to better sight and hearing. We’re looking for a confident, outgoing Community Champion to represent our Longford and Athlone stores — someone who thrives on meeting people, building relationships, and bringing our values to life across both communities. What you’ll be doing
Recruitment Open Day
Recruitment Open Day Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity in a stunning forest setting? Center Parcs Longford Forest is hiring! We're looking for passionate and enthusiastic individuals to join our team across a range of roles. We're recruiting for: ⭐ Accommodation Housekeepers ⭐ Bar and Waiting Team Members ⭐ Entry Level Kitchen Roles ⭐ Chefs ⭐ Restaurant & Kitchen Management Roles Open Day details: 📍 Tullamore : Wednesday 20th May 2026, 10am to 1pm | Bridge House Hotel, Tullamore, Co. Offaly, R35 K2T9 📍 Longford : Thursday 21st May 2026, 10am to 1pm | Longford Shopping Centre, Longford, N39 R7R6 📍 Moate : Friday 22nd May 2026, 10am to 1pm | Tuar Ard Arts Centre, Church Street, Cartronkeel, Moate, Co. Westmeath, N37 X8P6 What to expect: ✅ Meet our friendly team and learn about life at Center Parcs ✅ Find out more about our roles and career progression opportunities ✅ On the day interviews for suitable candidates Why join us? ✨ Work in a beautiful woodland environment ✨ Competitive pay and great benefits ✨ Discounts, training and career development opportunities Apply to register your interest or just turn up on the day!
Maintenance Craftsman/Technician
Remuneration The salary scale for the post is: (01/08/2025) €41,565 €42,722 €45,557 €45,842 €46,127 €46,411 €46,697 €46,982 €47,268 €47,553 €47,869 New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. Purpose of the post The person appointed will carry out building and carpentry maintenance and repair works as part of a multidisciplinary team comprising of engineers, Craftworkers, general operatives and supporting contractors. To deliver a prompt, efficient cost-effective customer focused service in a team environment. Principal duties and responsibilities Professional The Maintenance Craftsman/Technician (Carpenter) will: · Assist in maintaining all HSE buildings (interior and exterior) in an outstanding condition of readiness by accomplishing timely carpentry maintenance as well as major improvements and renovations. · Be able to operate all types of woodworking equipment to include all hand and bench tools · Be accountable for all tools, and ensure stock of equipment is kept in proper state of repair in accordance with safety standards · Comply with Health and Safety legislation when performing assigned responsibilities · Be required to work mainly on their own and will be required to complete tasks associated with completing the requisitions, which may include drilling, chasing, coring, lifting floor covering, cleaning etc. · Be required to assist all other trades in the completion of small refurbishment projects and new installations · Attend to the maintenance and routine repairs of existing fitted furniture, renovations, locks, doors, PVC windows and doors, glass replacements, roofs, valleys, barges, ridge tiles, floor tiles, shower tiles, facia and soffit, gutters, and down pipes · Assist in the drawing up of planned maintenance programme in consultation with the Maintenance Foreman as required. · Carry out the installation and fabrication of fitted presses, cupboards and shelving. · Carry out first and second fixing for minor building work · Carry out fault-finding and repairs i.e., roof leaks · Carry out planned preventative maintenance programmes, equipment checks, inspections and plant operational and performance log readings as set out by the Maintenance Manager/Maintenance Foreman. · Assist where required, other trades with maintenance duties not related to carpentry, such duties will be assigned by the maintenance foremen and manager. · Be involved in concrete shuttering · Be required to carry out fire door checks and resolve any deflects in line with HSE fire door policy · Operate and carry out planned preventative maintenance programmes as set out by the Maintenance Manager or Foreman. Carry a mobile phone, pager or other aids of communication as required · Operate and work with new technology and provide and maintain such written and computer records, as required from time to time. · Report to the Maintenance Foreman/Maintenance Officer and carry out such duties as are delegated by them for the maintenance and upkeep of the buildings and grounds identified. · Work the days and hours specified by the Maintenance Manager/Maintenance Foreman or nominated officer. This may include evenings and weekends and will be subject to review. Some overtime will be required to be performed periodically. · Record all maintenance activities in a professional manner · Participate in the management of new developments projects, as and when required · Be required to work in adverse conditions in emergency situations as directed (Emergency roof repairs) · Liaise and work with outside contractors, as and when required · Perform maintenance of the building fabric and the hospital grounds, where required · Be required to work in satellite sites from time to time · Be required to take part in any On Call agreement in practice · Be required to assist and train apprentices in their duties · In line with core principles of an integrated workforce, the person employed will carry out any cross-trade duties when required Team Work The Maintenance Craftsman/Technician (Carpenter) will: · Have the competence to work on one’s own initiative and unsupervised, the person employed must have the ability to work effectively within the maintenance team in a proactive approach and manner. Education & Training The Maintenance Craftsman/Technician (Carpenter) will: · Be required to participate in the performance management programme as part of your role. Health & Safety The Maintenance Craftsman/Technician (Carpenter) will: · Familiarise himself/herself with the Fire Fighting Equipment and the Fire & safety Regulations in operation at the complex. · Familiarise himself/herself with the code of Safe Lifting Practice and to always adhere to same · Familiarise himself/herself with the operation of workshop machinery and to always observe good workshop practices · Use protective clothing and equipment as necessary while on duty in accordance with Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 1989 and 2004 and observe all other Safety Procedures currently in force. · Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc. and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role To support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service The above Job Description 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. Eligibility criteria Qualifications and/ or experience 1. Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc. (a) Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: (i) Possess a Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) Level 6 (or higher) Advanced Certificate Craft - Carpentry & Joinery (or equivalent qualification). Or (ii) Possess the National Craft Certificate issued by FETAC Or (iii) Possess the Senior Trades Certificate issued by Department of Education. Or (iv) Possess a Level 3 Technical/Trade qualification or equivalent issued by City & Guilds, London. And (b) Candidates must possess the requisite technical knowledge and ability, including a high standard of suitability for the proper discharge of the office. Health A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Post specific requirements · Demonstrate depth and breadth of experience in working in an industrial domestic type buildings and/or healthcare environment as relevant to the role · Demonstrate depth and breadth of experience of buildings systems as applied to the healthcare environment, as relevant to the role · Have successfully completed the Solas Safe Pass Health & Safety Awareness Training Programme, or equivalent approved training programme in line with service need (please note if you have not undertaken this training, you will be required to successfully complete this training on taking up the post) · As this post may involve the driving of HSE owned vehicles, the successful candidate is required to hold a full clean Drivers Licence category B Other requirements specific to the post • have access to appropriate transport to fulfil the requirements of the role • As the maintenance service is a 24-hour service, some overtime will be required, periodically • The post holder will be required to participate in emergency call outs • It is desirable that candidates should live within a reasonable travel time of the respective Maintenance Department, such that emergencies can be responded to within a reasonable period. • The post holder will be required to carry a HSE mobile phone or bleep during working hours • Due to the nature of the business of the department, some of the works will be conducted outdoors (on roofs etc.) and in difficult weather conditions. The post holder will be required to work in all weather conditions when requested to do so, or when circumstance dictate. Additional eligibility requirements: Citizenship requirements Eligible candidates must be: (i) EEA, Swiss, or British citizens OR (ii) Non-European Economic Area citizens with permission to reside and work in the State Read Appendix 2 of the Additional Campaign Information for further information on accepted Stamps for Non-EEA citizens resident in the State, including those with refugee status. To qualify candidates must be eligible by the closing date of the campaign. Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Candidates Must: Technical/Professional Skills · Demonstrate sufficient technical knowledge to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the post. · Demonstrate evidence of workshop machinery skills and, be able to demonstrate knowledge of safe working practices with workshop machinery · Demonstrate an awareness of health & safety regulations and risk management, as relevant to the role · Demonstrate experience in the measurement of materials · Demonstrate an ability to develop method safety statements Leadership and Team Work Skills · Demonstrate leadership and team working skills within a multi-disciplinary team · Demonstrate the ability to work on own initiative Planning and Organisational Skills · Demonstrate an ability to organise tools and equipment to complete maintenance and project work · Demonstrate an ability to implement work schedules · Demonstrate effective planning and organising skills · Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of value for money in the performance of work · Demonstrate an ability to manage deadlines and handle multiple tasks effectively · Demonstrate experience in working effectively under pressure Problem Solving & Decision Making · Demonstrate the ability to evaluate information, solve problems and make decisions in a timely manner · Demonstrate the ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team to resolve problems and implement solutions Commitment to Providing a Quality Service · Demonstrate a commitment to providing a quality service including an awareness an appreciation of the service user such as patients, medical and non-medical staff Communication / Interpersonal Skills · Demonstrate effective communication skills including the ability to present information in a clear concise manner, written and verbal · Demonstrate an ability to receive and implement instructions in an effective and efficient manner
Assistant Planner
The Role An Assistant Planner is responsible for working as part of a team implementing programmes of work in the Planning Department and for providing a multiplicity of planning services and related services. Assistant Planner positions are multifaceted and may include some or all of the following key service areas: • Development Management. • Planning Enforcement. • Forward Planning and Sustainable Development. • Gathering and analysis of statistics on development. The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate the following: • Good knowledge of planning legislation and the principles, practices and techniques of planning. • An ability to work positively as part of a multi-disciplinary team. • Good planning, operational and project management skills. • Good communication, presentation and interpersonal skills. • Good knowledge, or the ability to quickly acquire same, of local government functions, services and activities, particularly in relation to planning and development. • Good report writing skills and strong IT skills. • An ability to achieve delivery of competing demands within prescribed timelines and deadlines. • Be a member of the Irish Planning Institute / Royal Town Planning Institute or be eligible for membership of either professional institute. Duties The duties of the office are to give to the local authority and (a) to such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Act, 2001, is Chief Executive, and (b) to any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in sub-paragraph (a) of this paragraph Under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such other officer as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate planning and ancillary services of an advisory, supervisory or executive nature as may be required by any local authority or body hereinbefore mentioned in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties, including servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body, and the duty of assisting any appropriate officer in the supervision of the planning or ancillary services of any of the foregoing local authorities or bodies and, when required to do so, to perform the duty of acting for the appropriate professional officer of higher rank during the absence of such officer of higher rank. Assistant Planner duties include but are not limited to the following: • Assess planning applications and pre-application proposals against the Council’s policies and provide recommendations and policy responses to these as required. • Assist in the preparation, implementation and monitoring of development plans, local area plans and planning schemes, and assist in the preparation of reports on these matters for the Chief Executive and appropriate Committees of the Council. • Assist in the preparation of planning studies, including EU funded research projects. • Assist in monitoring and reporting on implementation progress, including gathering and analysis of development and market activity. • Liaise and work with constituent planning authorities and other public authorities on all aspects of implementation. • Assist and provide advice to the Chief Executive, appropriate Committees of the Council, individuals, groups and others on planning related issues. • Assist in the procurement and management of consultants and any other associated duties as may be assigned from time to time. • Assist in the identification of and undertake opportunities for continual improvement. • Contribute positively and engage with the Planning Department’s continual professional development programmes. • Participate and take part in duties as required as part of the organisational response to Climate Action and Just Transition to promote and ensure capacity building, empowering change and delivering action. These duties are indicative rather than exhaustive and are carried out under general guidance. Qualifications 1. Character Candidates shall be of good character. 2. Health Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 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 in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a Stamp 4 visa. 4. Education, Training and Experience Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) Hold an honours degree (Level 8 in the National Framework of Qualifications) in Planning. (b) Have at least two years satisfactory experience of planning work. (c) Possess a high standard of technical training and experience. Particulars of Employment 1. The Post The post is wholetime (i.e., 35 hours per week) and appointment may be permanent or temporary. 2. Location Longford County Council reserves the right to assign the successful candidates to any premises in use by the Council, now or in the future. The person appointed will be required to report to their place of work by their own means of transport and at their own expense. 3. Commencement Longford County Council shall require a person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of not more than one month. If they fail to take up the appointment within such period, or such other longer period as the Council in its absolute discretion may determine, Longford County Council shall not appoint them. 4. Working Hours The current working hours are 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Longford County Council reserves the right to alter the hours of work from time to time in line with Government Circulars. All hours worked are subject to and recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997 and the Organisation of Working Time Regulations 2001. Longford County Council requires employees to record their hours using a clocking system. 5. Reporting Arrangements Assistant Planners report directly to the appropriate supervisor in the section or to any other employee of Longford County Council as the Director of Services or other appropriate employee may designate for this purpose. A system of regular appraisal will be operated during employment, which will involve discussions between the employee and the line manager regarding performance and conduct. 6. Probationary Period of Employment There shall be a period after appointment during which the appointee will hold the position on probation. The period of probation will be prescribed by the Chief Executive. Employment may be terminated during the probationary period should service be deemed by the Chief Executive to be unsatisfactory. Employment may be terminated at the end of the probationary period unless the Chief Executive has certified that the employee had satisfactory service. Tenure of employment following probation will be subject to satisfactory service. 7. Remuneration The current salary scale for the post of Assistant Planner is €47,270 – €73,335 (LSI 2) gross per annum (Circular EL 07/2025). The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Circulars. On appointment, successful candidates will be placed on the first point of the salary scale. Appointment to a higher point of the salary scale may apply to candidates employed elsewhere in the public service, subject to verification of service history. Remuneration is paid fortnightly by PayPath directly to the employee’s nominated bank account. The current wage pay cycle may be revised during the period of employment. Remuneration is subject to all statutory deductions, e.g. P.A.Y.E. and P.R.S.I. Increments are paid annually subject to satisfactory attendance, conduct and performance and national agreements. Increments may be withheld if performance, attendance and/or conduct are not satisfactory. 8. Superannuation and Retirement A person who becomes a pensionable employee of the County Council will be required, in respect of their superannuation, to contribute to the Local Authority at the appropriate rate. The terms of the Local Government Superannuation (Consolidation) Scheme 1998, as amended, or the Public Services Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004, or the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 will apply as appropriate on appointment. Retirement age for employees is dependent on their relevant contract of employment, with due consideration being given to the rules of the superannuation scheme to which they belong. • For appointees who are deemed not to be “new entrants” as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, retirement is compulsory on reaching 65 years of age. • The minimum retirement age for “new entrants” to the public service is 65. There is no mandatory retirement age. • Effective from 1 January 2013, the Single Public Service Scheme applies to all first-time new entrants to the public service, as well as to former public servants returning after a break of more than 26 weeks: Retirement age is set initially at 66 years and will rise in line with the State Pension Contributory age. Compulsory retirement age will be 70. 9. Annual Leave The current annual leave entitlement for Assistant Planner is 30 days per annum, in accordance with the Council’s Annual Leave Policy. The Chief Executive retains autonomy regarding office closures (e.g. Christmas office closure). Any days arising from such closures will be deducted from the employee’s annual leave entitlement. 10. Driver’s Licence and Insurance Employees may be required to use their car on official business. In such cases, the employee must hold a current clean driver’s licence and have adequate transport. It is the responsibility of the employee to arrange appropriate car insurance for business use and to indemnify Longford County Council accordingly. Proof of insurance must be supplied annually. 11. Code of Conduct and Organisation Policies Employees are required to adhere to all current and future codes of practice and organisational policies, including but not limited to Health and Safety, Communications, Data Protection, Equality, Staff Mobility, Attendance Management and Use of Electronic Equipment. 12. Training Employees are required to attend and fully participate in training programmes as determined by the Council and to apply their learning in their daily work activities. 13. Health and Safety Regulations Longford County Council, as an employer, is obliged to ensure, so far as reasonably practicable, the safety, health and welfare at work of all employees. Employees also have a legal obligation to cooperate with management and must not engage in improper conduct or behaviour that could place themselves or others at risk. Employees must not be under the influence of an intoxicant in the workplace.
