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Grade and Salary F, €40,960 - €61,440 Job Description We are Uisce Éireann. Every day, we are responsible for the delivery of secure, safe, and sustainable water services for the people of Ireland. As Ireland’s national regulated water utility, our vision is a sustainable Ireland where water is respected and protected, for the planet and all the lives it supports. Our purpose at Uisce Éireann is to rise to the challenge of delivering transformative water services that enable communities to thrive. That means we are proud to take on the responsibility of protecting our water supply and passing on a safe and secure water system to a rapidly growing population and empowering Ireland’s social and economic growth. We are passionate about empowering our people, enabling them to make a positive impact on communities across Ireland. We are guided by a shared vision and purpose, grounded in values that define who we are and shape how we work, where we deliver for customers and communities, we work better together, we do the right thing, we aim high, and we keep each other safe. Our behaviours define how we interact, communicate, and succeed together. These values and behaviours apply to each one of us, across every role, location, and level. Our goal is to attract and develop skilled and talented people from diverse backgrounds, who bring a dynamic range of expertise and insights to our work. With a strong, values-driven workforce, we ensure Uisce Éireann can continue advancing Ireland’s water services and meeting the needs of the communities we serve for generations to come. The Role: The Asset Operations function forms the cornerstone of service delivery to customers, protecting the environment and meeting regulatory standards as well as managing the majority of operational expenditure. The Asset Operations function has responsibility for operational and maintenance strategy, policies, planning and standard operating procedures for Water and Wastewater operations both nationally and regionally, ensuring that value for money and customer service is delivered. The Water O&M team is responsible for the national delivery of water operational services through the operation, inspection, maintenance & repair of the water treatment and network assets. Reporting to the Water Network Operations Team Lead, the Water Network Senior Operator will have a remit over a geographical area and is responsible for supporting the operation of the water network assets to deliver a consistent customer service, carry out routine maintenance activities on the water network asset base. The Water Network Senior Operator will be a key interface with the customer and will resolve issues first time where possible. Please note that there will be a requirement to be located within a reasonable distance from the assigned work area in order to be able to respond to out of hours requirements in a timely manner. Main Duties and Responsibilities: • Supervise the operation of the water network in your area of responsibility in order to deliver consistent customer service and oversee teams to carry out routine maintenance activities on the network assets. Network activities will include assisting with sewer surveys as required; identifying location of heavy infiltration or storm water from road gullies, performing investigations and identifying interventions required on the network, clearing blockages and responding to alarms as required. • Ensure the regular checking of the chemical dosing measures at pumping stations and other odour control activities and support Wastewater Compliance and Sampling teams in operational sampling activity including new mains, burst repairs and failures and report on results of the analysis as required. • Supervise the teams to inform the customer about issues and resolutions, investigate and follow up on escalated customer complaints/local representative in order to support the delivery of a consistent customer service and manage the risk associated with public health and compliance. • Support Customer teams including Key Account Managers and Customer Service with any customer issues/queries or where works impact customer service delivery in the area. • Oversee teams to promptly record and accurately report relevant information in relation to the operation of the wastewater network using the technology systems provided including logging investigations and raising requests for follow on work orders and updating H&S records and inventory management where required. • Monitor all works undertaken, manage the requisitions for materials in your teams and ensure details are accurately recorded on or off system as required ensuring all incidents are recorded in detail with the circumstances of same. • Ensure adherence and compliance with all health and safety procedures and perform risk assessments (Safe System of Work Plan), use of PPE, and required duties under the Construction Regulations • Ensure the operations of Irish Water vehicles and machinery in a responsible manner in line with all relevant Irish Water vehicle, health, safety and security policies, ensuring stock levels in vehicles are sufficient to perform work where required. • Ensure adherence of teams to allocated task schedule, standard operating procedures and close out of work orders on completion of task, supporting the roll out and development of standard operating procedures when required. • Work with third parties/contractors to support undertaking activity on the network. • Issue permits to work to all relevant contractors and ensure they follow health and safety procedures. • Engage with internal and external stakeholders as required. For example, Landowners, relevant Irish Water personnel, third parties/contractors. • Ensure the tracking and monitoring of team activities, update timesheets, sign off on time and attendance and performance evaluation and support your line manager with the generation of any ad hoc reporting and/or performance management as required • Carry Drive the efficiency of all the works carried out by teams under your leadership, regularly inspecting works carried out and tracking the training required to be delivered to your teams. • Provide cover and support to other water operations teams as required which may involve taking additional duties to cover annual leave or sickness etc. • Operate 3.5+ tonne vehicles & HGV vactor (Jet Vac) unit (20 tonne +) as required • Carry out any other duties deemed necessary and / or required which your line manager may reasonably request General Duties and Responsibilities: • Collaboration with key internal stakeholders across the UÉ business • Responsible for promoting and delivering health and safety commitments across UÉ and its supply chain, reinforcing positive behaviours and delivering health and safety objectives and requirements to the highest industry standards. • Support the delivery of the Uisce Éireann Transformation Programme, driving results required within the Directorate and supporting organisation-wide objectives. • Conducts duties and responsibilities in accordance with Uisce Éireann’s Information Security policies, standards, processes and controls to protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of UÉ business information, and delivery of critical services, in accordance with the NIS Directive and any other relevant cybersecurity regulation. • Other duties as required. Knowledge, Skills and Experience: • Secondary level education or equivalent work experience • Minimum two years relevant experience working in a similar role • Full, clean and valid Irish category B driving licence is minimum requirement. A clean driving licence is defined as meaning that the applicant has not been convicted of an offence under the Road Traffic Acts (other than an offence for which the penalty is the imposition of penalty points). Additional Driving License categories an advantage • Previous experience of supervising or managing teams working in health and safety culture preferred and in a water or wastewater networks environment an advantage • We keep each other safe - experience/understanding of working within a strong health & safety culture is an advantage • Knowledge of the water/wastewater network, infrastructure and operations is an advantage • We aim high- sound knowledge and experience of all skills required for wastewater network infrastructure and operations preferred • Experience of using IT systems • Strong problem solving skills • We deliver for our customers and communities - strong customer service skills with demonstrable experience of dealing with customer • With full training and risk assessment, the role holder must have the ability to work in an environment that is sometimes uncomfortable or potentially hazardous such as: working with hazardous chemicals; sewage; confined spaces; lone working; remote working; deep water; animals; vermin; noise; hand and arm vibration, etc. This involves successful completion of occupational health assessment confirming suitability to work in such environments • Literacy skills • Experience working within Water Services and/or other Utilities an advantage CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Senior Research and Development Lead
This role reports directly to the R&D Manager and is primarily focused on project execution, data interpretation, and technical reporting. We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Senior Researcher to join our R&D team. This role involves leading key R&D projects, guiding teams through research activity, analysing trial data, and collaborating with teams across the business. There is also an opportunity to manage and develop two graduates, supporting their growth and progression within the business. A strong understanding of meat science is essential, with particular emphasis on beef and lamb eating quality, the factors that influence it, and how it can be measured and interpreted in commercial and trial settings. As trials take place across multiple sites within the ABP Group, the successful candidate must be comfortable travelling and working in varied operational environments. Key Responsibilities · Lead specific R&D projects from planning through to completion, with a strong focus on meat science and beef and lamb eating quality. · Lead and support cross-functional teams through research projects, ensuring strong collaboration, clear direction, and delivery of project objectives. · Interpret trial data and conduct statistical analysis, particularly in relation to beef and lamb eating quality outcomes. · Write detailed technical reports and communicate findings to stakeholders. · Ensure project milestones are met and risks are managed. · Liaise with external research partners and suppliers. · Provide technical expertise and guidance to the team. · Manage graduates within the team, providing day-to-day support, coaching, and development opportunities to help them grow within the business. · Support the manager in aligning project outcomes with operational needs. · Generate innovative ideas and drive technical advancement. Essential Criteria · Education: B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Food Science, Food Technology, Meat Science, Agriculture, or a related field. · Minimum 5 years’ experience in the food industry. · Strong understanding of meat science, with specific knowledge of beef and lamb eating quality and the factors that influence consumer perception and product performance. · Willing and able to travel (including early starts) to support trials and sampling activities across ROI,NI and sometimes UK and Poland. Depending on project requirements. · Hands-on and comfortable working in a factory environment, including moving, handling, and collecting product samples as required. · Clean and valid driver’s licence · Valid Passport · Must be based in ROI or NI Desirable Criteria · Extremely detail-oriented. · Strong project management skills with the ability to lead and motivate others. · Excellent written and verbal communication skills. · Innovative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement. · Highly motivated with the ability to learn and adapt quickly. · Flexible and adaptable, comfortable working across different sites and shifting priorities as project needs change. · Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership—able to work independently, take initiative, and follow tasks through to completion.
Warehouse Operator
Life changing therapies. Global impact. Bridge to thousands of biopharma companies and their patients. We are PCI. Our investment is in People who make an impact, drive progress and create a better tomorrow. Our strategy includes building teams across our global network to pioneer and shape the future of PCI. Thursday-Saturday day shift (7am-7pm) Summary of Role Responsibilities: • To book in all deliveries when received on site as appropriate as per the relevant procedures. • To be proficient in computerized stock system. • Monitoring supplies of consumables. • Kit out all materials for production. • Transport goods between site in company van if required. • Organise and monitor the coding of cartons for production as required. • Liaise with customers & suppliers regarding deliveries, shortfalls & other issues. • Prepare and quantify returns of materials from production for dispatch to the customer. • Prepare pallets of finished goods for dispatch to the customer as per the customer requirements. • Maintain accurate goods in and stock control cards, goods out sheets and to hand over to QA after completion. • To follow all procedures relating to the work undertaken and retrain as required. • Work positively with all Departments to ensure batches are ready for use in production/trials in a timely manner. • Ensure safe work practices are being followed at all times and report any defects immediately to the Safety Officer. • Operate forklift in safe manner and undertake additional training when required. • Ensure that all activities are in compliance with the requirements of Good Manufacturing Practice. • Ensure excellence in Housekeeping in the Warehouse. • Report any deviations / Non-conformances to the QA Manager. • To work in all other PCI Manufacturing plants as and when required. • To ensure at all times racking is used to optimum efficiency. • To ensure outside of building is clear and maintained as appropriate. • Trained and signed off on high bay reach truck. • Carry out various other additional tasks that may be required from time to time in accordance with the overall goal of the company.
Sales Advisor
The Company EZ Living Furniture was founded in Galway in 1998. We are a family run Irish retailer operating nationwide, as well as a full online shopping experience offering delivery throughout Ireland. We are the largest independent Furniture Retailer in Ireland employing over 350 people. We are delighted to announce that we are looking for a Full Time Sales Advisor - Fixed term 3-6 month contract for our Drogheda Store. The Person
Programme Executive
Key Responsibilities, Knowledge and Skills Responsibilities The responsibilities of the role outlined in this job description are indicative of the currently envisaged scope and may be added to or amended as required, in line with the needs of SEAI across Business Units/Departments. They will include, but are not limited to, the following: • Support the delivery of national energy policy actions, including the Climate Action Plan, a key objective of the National Retrofit Directorate. This will typically involve supporting service delivery and grant management, engaging with clients and suppliers, and contributing to the ongoing enhancement of the Better Energy Homes grant programme. • Support programme efficiency and effectiveness by contributing to the development and continuous improvement of both new and existing processes, while ensuring transparency and simplicity for technical and non-technical audiences. • Create, design, and maintain programme KPI reports relating to programme objectives, outcomes, performance, and trend analysis. This may include the development and ongoing monitoring of Power BI reports. • Support technical oversight of the Better Energy Homes Programme, ensuring adherence to SEAI compliance requirements. • Lead or support initiatives to improve technical quality in collaboration with key Programme team members and other departments. • Support change requirements relating to IT systems. • Support transformation projects involving migration or development of new digital platforms. • Represent SEAI at meetings, site visits, and events, including delivering presentations and speaking engagements. • Communicate with Programme stakeholders, including the development of guidance materials, web content, webinars, case studies, and responses to Programme enquiries. • Contribute to continuous process improvement and lean management initiatives. • Undertake any other duties or projects as may be assigned from time to time. To ensure that activity peaks within the Department are addressed in a proactive manner, it is expected that the candidate appointed to this role will need to demonstrate flexibility in relation to working hours during these periods. Knowledge & Skills The knowledge and skills required include, but are not limited to, the following: • Excellent communication skills (written and oral) and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate technical information effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences. • Knowledge of the residential retrofitting sector, with experience working in the construction industry considered an advantage. • Strong data analytics capability and a data-driven approach to technical decision-making. • Knowledge and practical experience in Power BI reporting and dashboard development tools. • Strong proactive approach to delivering results, including management of scope, timelines, risk assessment, and quality. • Ability to work independently, use initiative, and deliver to deadlines and milestones. • Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders; capable of working in multi-disciplinary teams and networking effectively, with strong relationship development skills. • Flexible approach to problem-solving and decision-making to ensure optimal solutions, with a focus on efficiency and effective delivery. • Strong IT proficiency, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the following: • An honours degree (minimum NFQ Level 8 or higher) in a relevant discipline such as Engineering, Architecture, Quantity Surveying, or Energy Management, and a minimum of 3 years directly relevant experience working in a similar programme or on retrofitting or energy-related projects. OR • An ordinary degree (minimum NFQ Level 7 or higher) in a relevant discipline such as Engineering, Architecture, Quantity Surveying, or Energy Management, and a minimum of 5 years directly relevant experience working in a similar programme or on retrofitting or energy-related projects. OR • A third-level certificate (minimum NFQ Level 6 or higher) in a relevant discipline such as Engineering, Architecture, Quantity Surveying, or Energy Management, and a minimum of 8 years directly relevant experience working in a similar programme or on retrofitting or energy-related projects. • Experience working in cross-functional teams and developing organisational relationships. • Strong project management skills and technical development knowledge, including change management, scope management, risk management, and process management. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report writing, presentations, public speaking, and the ability to communicate complex concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. • Strong IT skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint. DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS • A postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline such as Engineering, Architecture, Quantity Surveying, or Energy Management. • Experience supporting IT projects. • Experience developing Power BI reports and managing dashboard reporting systems. • Experience in lean process improvement methodologies. • Experience working in energy policy environments across the public sector, academia, or industry. • Proficiency in the Irish language. • Experience or knowledge of delivering positive customer experience outcomes. Tenure: This position will be offered on a 5-year fixed-term contract basis. Salary Payment Arrangements: The Level D salary scale for this position effective from 1st June 2026 is as follows: €53,071 to €78,058 (inclusive of one Long Service Increment (LSI1), which applies after three years of additional service at the maximum of the grade). Incremental progression will be subject to satisfactory performance. Important Note: Candidates should note that entry will be at the first point of the scale and the rate of remuneration, including incremental progression, 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 currently a serving civil or public servant. Location: The place of work will be based at one of the SEAI offices listed on the cover page. SEAI offers the option of a hybrid working arrangement in line with the SEAI Blended Working Policy. SEAI reserves the right, at its discretion, to change working location within reason at any future date. Blended Working Arrangements: SEAI operates a blended working policy that facilitates access to remote working options, having regard to work-life balance, mental health, and the need for a safe and productive working environment. Blended working arrangements are operated under SEAI’s Blended Working Policy, which currently requires staff to work from the office a minimum of two (2) days per week. Availability and patterns of blended working will be based on business needs and role suitability and may be subject to change depending on operational requirements. Probation: On appointment, the appointee will serve a six (6) month probationary period. In certain circumstances, the probation period may be extended in line with SEAI’s Probationary Policy and Procedures. Working Week: Hours of attendance will be as fixed from time to time but will amount, on average, to not less than 41.25 hours per week (35 hours net of rest breaks). Pro-rata applies for part-time roles. Additional hours may be required from time to time to meet operational requirements. No additional payment will be made for extra attendance, as remuneration covers any such liability. Annual Leave: The annual leave allowance is 29 working days per year, based on a five-day week and exclusive of public holidays. Pro-rata applies for part-time roles. Annual leave is to be taken at times convenient to SEAI.
Painting and Decorating Apprentice
We are currently seeking a 1st year apprentice painter/decorator for both domestic and commercial works where you will learn all aspects of the painting and decorating trade via Solas training. Please send CV to carrbros@live.ie
