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Job Summary The Child and Family Agency was established on 1st January 2014 and is responsible for a range of statutory functions including provision of child protection, alternative care, specified regulatory services and a range of family support services. The Agency has commenced a major improvement programme with significant focus on Practice, Culture and Structure. The Agency currently has responsibility for a budget of circa €1.2billion and delivers its services through over 5,500 people in 259 locations across the Country. The Child and Family Agency has responsibility for the following range of services: •Child Protection and Welfare •Parenting, Family Support and Early Help Services •Alternative Care •Birth Information & Tracing and Adoption •Tusla Education Support Services (TESS) •Children’s Service Regulation •Counselling and Therapeutic Supports Further information is available on www.tusla.ie About Tusla: The Child and Family Agency was established on 1st January 2014 and is responsible for improving wellbeing and outcomes for children. It represents the most comprehensive reform of services for the development, welfare and protection of children and the support of families ever undertaken in Ireland. It is an ambitious move which brings together some 5,000 staff who were previously employed within Children and Family Services of the Health Service Executive, the National Educational Welfare Board and the Family Support Agency. Job Objectives Main Duties and Responsibilities Applicants must by the closing date of application have the following: The role requires an experienced BI & Data Analytics Lead with a strong technical background in an ICT environment. This role will help drive an integrated, end-to-end approach to data and reporting using the Microsoft analytics platform. BI Dashboards and Report Deployment •Lead the design and delivery of business intelligence dashboards and reports that support key organisational decisions. •Develop intuitive, user-friendly Power BI dashboards and visualisations aligned to business needs. •Support the development of trusted, well-structured datasets and data models to ensure consistent and reliable reporting. •Work across the full reporting lifecycle, including ETL processes, data flows, and data transformation. •Contribute to the development and evolution of the organisation’s modern data platform (Microsoft Fabric). •Optimise and tune SQL queries and data models to ensure strong performance and scalability. •Support the deployment and release management of BI solutions in a controlled and reliable manner. •Ensure reports and data solutions are accurate, performant, and easy to use. •Collaborate with stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into practical data solutions. •Support the automation of data processes to ensure timely and up-to-date information. Relationship Management and Collaboration •Works as part of a data and analytics team to facilitate the delivery of Business Intelligence solutions in Tusla •Works as part of the data team to facilitate the delivery of new data driven solutions being developed by Tusla ICT. •Collaborate with teams on multiple projects •Ability to independently manage multiple projects with competing priorities •Develop and update technical documentation •Preparation of project related documentation, e.g. Project Plan, Risk Register, Issues Log, Project Structure, Requirements analysis •Works in collaboration with the ICT service delivery team as required to support the implementation and integration of ICT systems. Resource Management •Manage interactions with contractors and staff •Interact with the different ICT teams to deliver data process maps. Health & Safety •Comply with and contribute to the development of policies, procedures, guidelines and safe professional practice and adhere to relevant legislation, regulations and standards. •Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the service for example National Standards for Child Protection and Care and comply with associated Tusla – Child and Family Agency 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. Skills Requirement Applicants must by the closing date of application have the following: •Have a third level qualification in Computer Science, ICT, data analytics, or a related discipline •Have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a Report Development role, including practical use of analytics methodologies, statistics, reporting and data visualisation, Power BI or MS Fabric •Experience with Microsoft SQL Server, MS Power BI, MS Fabric, Azure Data Services •Proficient and experienced in scripting T-SQL and Data Analysis Expressions (DAX) 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. 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Grade VIII - ICT Analyst & Design Lead
Job Summary The Child and Family Agency was established on 1st January 2014 and is responsible for a range of statutory functions including provision of child protection, alternative care, specified regulatory services and a range of family support services. The Agency has commenced a major improvement programme with significant focus on Practice, Culture and Structure. The Agency currently has responsibility for a budget of circa €1.2billion and delivers its services through over 5,500 people in 259 locations across the Country. The Child and Family Agency has responsibility for the following range of services: •Child Protection and Welfare •Parenting, Family Support and Early Help Services •Alternative Care •Birth Information & Tracing and Adoption •Tusla Education Support Services (TESS) •Children’s Service Regulation •Counselling and Therapeutic Supports Further information is available on www.tusla.ie Job Objectives Main Duties and Responsibilities: •Lead the engagement with business stakeholders and facilitate workshops with subject matter experts •Lead the development of process maps, high level business requirements and prioritising schedules •Develop design proposals and low functional prototypes to guide business stakeholders in the sign-off process •Host sprint planning and sprint retrospective sessions •Lead the documentation of uses cases, business rules and acceptance criteria as each sprint progresses •Manage the end-to-end engagement with business stakeholders •Support the development of documentation through all phases of the SDLC •Develop detailed understanding of all systems becoming the key expert in the ICT team to support knowledge transfer to development, testing and support teams •Manage team/resources as appropriate. This may include both staff and contracted analyst/design related team members. •As a senior member of the team take a leadership role in the SDLC, operational excellence and the successfully delivery of solutions. Managing & Delivering Results (Operational Excellence) •Ensure that policies and procedures are aligned with best practice, are well documented and communicated to others. •Ensure that assigned projects are managed in line with stated objectives and within specified budget and timelines. •Implement agreed changes in a co-operative and supportive manner, finding innovative ways to deliver service improvements within resource limitations. •Develop appropriate project methodologies and establish working practices that promote cross-functional team working. •Work with other Directorate and Tusla Senior Managers in the implementation and roll-out of new developments, with a particular emphasis on consistency and alignment across the system and reference to best practice, outcome measures and value for money. Teamwork, Leadership & Building and Maintaining Relations •Share information with the wider team as appropriate. •Be accountable for own work and that of others as appropriate. •Work on own initiative as well as part of a wider team. •Co-operate and work in harmony with other teams and disciplines. •Lead by example, motivate and encourage others, build team commitment. •Deal with under performance in a timely and constructive manner. Finance & Human Resources •Monitor budgets and expenditure. •Develop and support business cases for new resources etc. •Support HR processes within the directorate. Commitment to providing a quality service •Be flexible and adaptable in his/her approach to work, embrace change and adapt work practices accordingly. •Promote and maintain a quality customer-focused environment. •Monitor efficiency within own area of responsibility and take remedial action or notify supervisor as appropriate. •Continuously seek to improve systems / processes. Education & Training •Maintain standards of practice and levels of professional knowledge by participating in continuous professional development initiatives and attendance at courses as appropriate. •Engage in career and professional development planning. •Oversee the provision of a framework for the promotion of staff development and training by making recommendations with regard to the ongoing education, mentoring, training and in-service needs of the inspection and monitoring team. •Pursue continuous professional development in order to develop professional knowledge and keep updated with current and relevant HR legislation. •Provide training with the team and region to share knowledge of relevant HR Procedures/ Processes. Health & Safety •Comply with and contribute to the development of policies, procedures, guidelines and safe professional practice and adhere to relevant legislation, regulations and standards. •Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the service for example National Standards for Child Protection and Care and comply with associated Tusla – Child and Family Agency 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. Skills Requirement Applicants must by the closing date of application have the following: •Have a third level qualification in a relevant discipline to the role. •Have a minimum of 5 years’ experience working in ICT analyst / design related role. •Demonstrated strong experience and expertise of defining and documenting requirements in complex environments leading to the development of enterprise solutions. •Demonstrated strong experience and expertise in facilitation and presentation skills with the ability to lead engagements with stakeholders. •Demonstrated experience of agile software development methodologies and good understanding of software development technologies. 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. 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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
Electrical Apprentice
Job Description First Year Apprentice Vacancy ATEX Inspector Apprenticeship If you are looking for a career with long-term prospects, specialist technical training, and genuine demand from industry, this is an exceptional opportunity. AVS is currently recruiting for four ATEX Inspector Apprenticeship positions. This is an entry-level opportunity for motivated candidates who want to build a highly valuable technical qualification with Ireland’s benchmark company in explosion safety inspection and verification. About AVS AVS is Ireland’s only accredited, independent and impartial inspection body providing internationally recognised inspection and verification services to industry and installation contractors operating in Potentially Explosive Atmospheres. We are trusted by industry because of our technical competence, independence and depth of experience. Our team includes highly experienced inspectors and qualified Ex validation engineers, giving our clients direct access to some of Ireland’s leading experts in ATEX and Explosion Safety. Our personnel have significant engineering and inspection experience across a wide range of sectors, including: • Pharmaceutical • Brewing and Distilling • Petrochemical • Chemical Processing • Food and Beverage • Manufacturing Why Choose AVS ATEX inspection and explosion safety competence are highly valued by employers across many major industries. Gaining these skills can open the door to a rewarding and specialist career path, both in Ireland and internationally. Completing your apprenticeship with AVS means training with a company that sets the standard in explosion safety verification. You will develop practical, in-demand skills under the guidance of recognised experts, building a strong foundation for a long-term career in electrical inspection, hazardous area compliance and industrial safety. This is more than an apprenticeship. It is an opportunity to position yourself in a specialist field where technical competence, professionalism and recognised qualifications are in strong demand. Apprenticeship Overview This is an entry-level Electrical Apprenticeship and Trainee ATEX Inspector role. Successful candidates will be enrolled in an apprenticeship programme designed to develop the skills, experience and competencies required to become a qualified electrician and ATEX Inspector. During the apprenticeship, you will receive a combination of: • Classroom-based education • Paid on-the-job training • Structured mentoring from experienced inspectors and engineers • Practical exposure to real industrial environments Apprentices will receive training in the: • Installation, commissioning, testing and maintenance of wiring systems for industrial applications • Inspection of electrical equipment in non-hazardous areas • Inspection and verification of equipment and installations in potentially explosive atmospheres • Development of technical inspection competence, reporting skills and industry knowledge This role offers exposure to specialist industrial work that few entry-level opportunities can provide. Location and Flexibility The apprenticeship is primarily based in the Dublin and Cork areas, with work carried out throughout Ireland and, at times, further afield. Candidates must be flexible with working hours when required. Minimum Requirements Applicants must: • Be over 18 years of age • Hold a full clean driving licence • Be computer literate What We Are Looking For We are seeking candidates who have: • A strong work ethic • A positive attitude • A willingness to learn • The ability to take direction • A commitment to personal development • The ability to work as part of a professional team Application Requirements Please ensure that your application includes a copy of your: • Leaving Certificate results, and/or • Third-level qualification(s) Applications submitted without these documents will not be considered. Apply If you want to start a career in a specialist field with excellent long-term prospects, and train with one of the most respected names in explosion safety verification, we would like to hear from you. Please send your application to: careers@atexvs.com Locations: Balbriggan, Cork City, Cork County, Dublin 2, Dublin North County - Fingal, Dublin West, Dun Laoghaire, Dun Laoghaire/Dun Laoire/Dunla, Galway City, Garristown, Glasthule, Glenageary - Dublin South Coun, Howth - Dublin North County, Kildare County, Kilkenny City, Kilkenny County, Killiney, Kilternan, Limerick City, Limerick County, Sallynoggin, St Margarets - Dublin North Cn, Swords, Temple Hill, The Ward, Waterford City, Waterford County, Wicklow County
General Support Staff
Broadline Group are looking for General Support Staff for Immediate Start . Suitable candidate must have 1 year relevant work experience in a healthcare, contract catering or high volume hospitality environment and be able to provide work references covering 5 years employment history We have ongoing work in hospitals and nursing homes nationwide for catering assistants, catering ward staff, hospital porters, kitchen porters, cleaners and qualified chefs nationwide. The successful candidates will be required to join a friendly and motivated Team. Excellent opportunity to work in some of the largest Healthcare settings and Nursing Homes throughout Ireland. Requirements: If you have the above requirements and skill set please contact us today to start the recruitment process to work in Healthcare.
7.5T Delivery & Install Driver
Salary - €38,000 Shift Pattern - 5 over 7 days. At Currys we’re united by one passion: to help everyone enjoy amazing technology. As the UK’s best-known retailer of tech, we’re proud of the service our customers receive – and it’s all down to our team of 25,000 caring and committed colleagues. So you’ll never go it alone here. You’ll work in a great team, learning and growing together, and celebrating the big and small moments that make every day amazing. If you’re looking for a driving role that’s more than just drop and go, we’ve got the perfect opportunity. We’ll train you to install the smart tech you deliver to our customers: washing machines, fridge-freezers, 4K TVs, and more. You’ll soon be out on the road, meeting our customers first-hand and very likely making their day. Role overview: As part of this role, you’ll be responsible for: ● Ensuring the right products get to the right places at the right time. ● Installing a range of different products for our customers. ● Making every customer encounter memorable. ● Lifting heavy items and completing a multi-drop driving role. Yes, you’ll need to love driving and being on the road, but you’ll need to love helping customers too. Our training will cover both state-of-the-art-tech and people skills as well – it’s all about equipping you to leave a smile on customers’ faces. You will need: ● A full Class C1 UK/EA licence with no more than 6 penalty points. ● CPC card (and ideally) Tachograph card. ● A passion for delivering great customer service. ● The ability to handle heavy stock. We know our people are the secret to our success. That’s why we’re always looking for ways to reward great work. Alongside a competitive pension scheme, you’ll find a host of benefits designed to work for you. They include: ● First-class induction and on-going learning. ● Quarterly bonus. ● Product discounts across the latest tech. ● A shift pattern of five over seven days. Why join us: Join our Delivery & Install team and we’ll be with you every step of the way, helping you build the career you want with on-the-job training and the opportunity to learn skills for life, for inside and outside work. Not only can you shape your own future, but you can take charge of ours too. As the biggest recycler and repairer of tech in the UK, we’re in a position to make a real impact on people and the planet. Every voice has a space at our table and we’re committed to making inclusion and diversity part of everything we do, including how we strengthen our workforce. We want to make sure you have a fair opportunity to show us your talents during our application process, so if you need any additional assistance with your application please email careers@currys.co.uk and we’ll do our best to help.
Ireland's Ancient East Manager
Salary €69,149 - €109,980* *This role will be filled in line with Public Pay Policy at Point 1 of the relevant Salary Scale unless the successful candidate is appointed from an existing public sector role. Office Locations Selection Process Shortlisting will be based on applications and the selection process may involve two competency-based interviews. A panel of successful candidates may be formed following the selection process. Interview Attendance Requirement Candidates must be available to attend an in-person interview at the location and date specified by Fáilte Ireland. Please note that the location of the interview may vary from the base location of the role. Fáilte Ireland is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace which values and benefits from the diversity of the workforce. Should you require assistance or reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact: recruitment@failteireland.ie
Library Assistant
Introduction to Role: The Council is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates with relevant experience for the position of Library Assistant. It is proposed to form a panel of qualified candidates from which vacancies will be filled during the lifetime of the panel. The Library Assistant will report directly to the Librarian/Staff Officer, or such person as may be assigned from time to time by Waterford City & County Council. Library Assistants make a valuable contribution to the library service at both local level and centrally by delivering services direct to the public, supporting IT and other systems, and by providing support to library management. The duties of the Library Assistant are consistent with the provision of a modern public library service that is responsive to the changing requirements of its wide range of customers of all ages and backgrounds. The main role of the Library Assistant is the delivery of the library service (public and/or support) in the geographical and functional areas of Waterford, in line with the priorities identified in Our Public Libraries 2022 and the broader national and local policy agenda. Duties The particular duties and responsibilities attached to the post may vary from time to time, without changing the general character of the duties or level of responsibilities entailed. The post holder may therefore be required to perform duties appropriate to the post, other than those detailed below, and to take instructions from and report to, an appropriate Officer or such designated Officer as may be assigned from time to time by Waterford City & County Council. The following is a non-exhaustive list of duties which may be assigned to a Library Assistant: • Providing frontline services; • Answering enquiries, helping library users including students and researchers; • Providing mediated access to library resources in-house and online; • Using and promoting new technologies and assisting the public in using technology such as self- service, internet, online resources, digital equipment; • Operating the Library Management System to check-in and out material, update patron records, retrieve information etc; • Recommending appropriate books for children and adults of different reading levels and interests; • Organising library resources and making them available to users; • Taking an active role in promoting resources, including the organisation, promotion & delivery of events and activities such as storytelling, book clubs, class visits, lectures, community events, festivals publications, exhibitions etc.; • Assisting in the implementation of local and national library programmes • Providing outreach services to schools and other community organisations; • Shelving and keeping books and other media in order; • Sorting, processing, cataloguing and distributing stock; • Collating statistics and maintaining records; • Administrative duties including use of the Council’s financial management system; • Forging links between the library, the education sector and the community; • Supporting senior staff in service planning and delivery; • Providing cover in other libraries when required to maintain opening hours and services; • Any other duties as required by the County Librarian/Divisional Manager, Culture Division. Qualifications & Requirement of the Post The Minister for Housing, Local Government & Heritage has declared that the qualifications for the Library Assistant position shall be as set out hereunder:- (a)Character Each candidate must be of good character. (b)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. Successful candidates will be required to undergo a medical examination carried out by the Council’s Occupational Medical advisor prior to appointment. (c)Education, Training, Experience etc. Each candidate must have a good general level of education. (d) Desirable Requirements It is desirable that candidates have: • excellent interpersonal and communication (verbal, written & IT) skills; • an excellent customer service ethos; • excellent administrative and organisational skills, including time management; • excellent ICT skills; • the ability to work productively, both independently and as part of a team; • initiative and be self-motivated in a workplace environment; • competence in the Irish language • an interest in information, the local community and its history and culture • an awareness of Health and Safety, the implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace. • knowledge and understanding of modern public library services; • knowledge of local policies and plans as they relate to the library service; • an understanding of the County Council and of the Cultural Division. Salary: Current Salary Scale: €31,935 - €49,413 (LSI2) The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the post will be paid at the appropriate point on the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Department Circular. New entrants will commence on the minimum point of the scale. 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. Probation: Where a person who is not already a permanent officer of Waterford City & County Council is appointed, the following provisions shall apply:- (a) there shall be a period after such appointment takes effect, during which such person shall hold office on probation; (b) such period shall be 12 months but the Chief Executive may, at his or her discretion extend such a period; (c) such a person shall cease to hold office at the end of the period of probation, unless during such period, the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such person is satisfactory. Superannuation: The relevant Superannuation Scheme will apply. The provisions of the Local Government (Superannuation) (Consolidation) Scheme 1998 may apply. Persons who become pensionable officers who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required, in respect of their superannuation contribution, to contribute to the local authority as follows: 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependent or qualified children). Persons who become pensionable officers who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required, in respect of their superannuation contribution, to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. The provisions of the Spouses and Children’s/Widows and Orphans Contributory Pension Scheme will continue to apply. New entrants will be admitted to the Single Public Service Pension Scheme with effect from the date of appointment. The scheme is contributory and provides pension, retirement gratuity, death gratuity and survivors benefits. To qualify for a pension the successful candidate must have served a minimum of two years employment in a Local Authority. Retirement Age There is no mandatory retirement age for new entrants to the public service as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. Anyone who is not a new entrant to the public service, as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004, is subject to a compulsory retirement age of 70 years or as determined in accordance with Department Circulars and in line with Government Policy. The maximum retirement age for new entrants as defined by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and other Provisions) Act 2012 is 70 years. The Council may refer staff to a medical advisor at any time to determine fitness to carry out the duties to which they have been assigned. Hours of Work: The normal hours of work will be 35 hours per week, including evenings and weekends as required. The Council reserves the right to alter the hours of work from time to time. Flexible working arrangements apply. 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. Waterford City & County Council requires employees to record their hours using the CORE/TDS Clocking system. Annual Leave: The annual leave entitlement for the grade is 27 days per annum. The Chief Executive of Waterford City & County Council retains autonomy with regard to office closures, (e.g. Christmas Office Closure); any days arising from such closure will be reserved from the employee’s annual leave entitlement. Proposed office closure days will be reviewed and advised to all employees each year. Base: As the Library Service is a county-wide service, library staff may be located at any of the 12 branches of Waterford City & County Council or alternated between branches. Residence: The successful candidate shall reside in the district in which his/her duties are to be performed, or within a reasonable distance thereof. Drivers Licence: Library Assistants employed by Waterford City & County Council will be required to use their car on occasions on official business. In such situations the employee must hold a current clean driver’s licence and have available adequate means of transport. It is the responsibility of the employee to arrange the appropriate car insurance for business use and to indemnify Waterford City & County Council with the indemnity specified on the insurance certificate under the heading “Persons or classes of person who are covered”. Documentation to confirm the appropriate insurance cover will be required to be supplied to the Council on an annual basis. Code of Conduct/Organisational Policies: Employees are to be required to adhere to all current and future Waterford City & County Council codes of practice including Code of Conduct of Employees and all current and future organisational policies including, but not limited to Health and Safety, Communications, Data Protection, Equality, Staff Mobility, Attendance Management and Use of Electronic Equipment. A full list of relevant policies is contained on the council Intranet. Training: Employees are required to attend and participate fully in training programmes as may be decided by the Council from time to time and to apply their learning in the course of their daily working activities. Commencement: Waterford City & 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 (subject to notice requirements) and 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, Waterford City & County Council shall not appoint them. Reporting Arrangements: Library Assistants report directly to the appropriate Librarian / Staff Officer in the Library or to any other employee of Waterford City & County Council as the Chief Executive, Director of Services or other appropriate employee may designate for this purpose. A system of regular appraisal (PMDS) will be operated during employment which will involve discussions between the employee and the line manager regarding performance and conduct. Health & Safety: Waterford City & County Council as an Employer is obliged to ensure, in so far as it is reasonably practicable the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work of all of its employees. Under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, the County Council has a legal duty to exercise all due care and take all protective and preventative measures to protect the Safety, Health and Welfare of its employees. All employees also have a legal obligation under Safety and Health legislation to co-operate with management and not engage in any improper conduct or behaviour or do anything, which would place themselves or others at risk. Employees must not be under the influence of an intoxicant at the place of work. Employees must comply with all Safety and Health rules and regulations and attend all required Safety and Health Training.
Clerical Officer
Job Summary The purpose of this role is to provide high-level administrative support to Waterford and Wexford Education and Training Board (WWETB). The successful candidate will assist in the delivery of quality services, in line with the organisation's remit, working collaboratively with colleagues across WWETB and the wider community, including schools and Further Education and Training Centres. WWETB is committed to continually improving the quality and effectiveness of its services and systems, spanning multiple functions, including Schools, Further Education and Training Centres, Finance, Human Resources, and Corporate Services. The responsibilities of this role will support these efforts, as detailed below. The successful candidate will work as part of the QA Team. Their principal roles will comprise of the administration associated with assessments for training programmes. Their work will also include other administration type projects and pieces of work appropriate to the overall remit of the Quality Team and Further Education and Training provision at the discretion of the Quality Manager. Key Responsibilities The Clerical Officer plays a vital role in providing administrative support and ensuring the smooth operation of the assigned area. Working closely with line managers and colleagues, the successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of services and the achievement of organisational goals. ▪ Maintenance of various databases, inputting of information correctly and efficiently ▪ Scheduling, creating and issuing secure exam test packs ▪ General typing and printing as required ▪ Noting and minuting meetings accurately and issuing as appropriate ▪ Acquiring quotes, ordering, and maintaining stationery ▪ Reader/Scribe learner support as required ▪ Travel as required and other appropriate duties as required ▪ Working as part of a close-knit team with the department ▪ Answering main telephone lines with the recruitment department and when required, reception duties This job description offers a broad outline of the role’s key duties and is designed to be flexible and adaptable. It will be reviewed periodically to ensure it remains aligned with organisational needs. Essential Requirements The following outlines the essential qualifications, skills, and competencies required for candidates applying for the Clerical Officer position. These criteria are designed to ensure that applicants possess the necessary foundation to excel in the role and contribute effectively to the organisation’s goals. ▪ Have the requisite knowledge, skills and competencies to carry out the role. Competencies will be informed by best practice Public Appointment Service competency frameworks for the Irish Public Service ▪ Have obtained at least Grade D3 in five subjects in the Leaving Certificate Examination (higher, ordinary, applied or vocational programmes) or equivalent, or have passed an examination at the appropriate level within the QQI qualifications framework which can be assessed as comparable to Leaving Certificate standard or higher, or have appropriate relevant experience which encompasses equivalent skills and expertise ▪ Be capable and competent of fulfilling the role to a high standard ▪ Be at least 17 years of age on or before the date of the advertisement of the recruitment competition Desirable Requirements The following outlines the desirable requirements for candidates applying for the Clerical Officer position and may be used to facilitate shortlisting should there be a high volume of applicants ▪ Prior experience working in an education or training environment ▪ Experience of working in a public service body or similar setting and understanding the main features and current challenges of public service Person Specification ▪ Excellent organisational, administration and IT skills ▪ Ability to work on own initiative within a flexible, co-operative team structure ▪ MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) ▪ Attentive and inquisitive with a willingness to learn ▪ Ability to work under pressure ▪ Self-motivating, flexible and results focused ▪ Ability to prioritise and manage work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment ▪ Proven record as a team player ▪ Goal oriented in a manner that ensures work is comprehensively complete Eligibility to Apply Candidates must, by the date of job offer, be: ▪ A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or ▪ A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or ▪ A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or ▪ A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or ▪ 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 ▪ 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 Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa The starting salary for this role is €31,935 pro-rata
Financial Controller
Founded in 1957, Mulligans Pharmacy is a well-established, family-run business operating within the retail pharmacy sector. Over the years, we have grown to 20 locations across the South East of Ireland, employing over 300 people across Waterford, Kilkenny, and Tipperary. We are currently seeking a Financial Controller to join our head office team, based in Waterford City. This is a full-time, onsite position , working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday . A key role within the business, working closely with senior leadership to drive financial performance, strengthen controls, and support continued growth. The Role You will take ownership of the day-to-day finance function , ensuring robust financial management across a fast-paced, multi-site retail environment . This role requires a strong commercial mindset , with the ability to translate financial data into clear insights that support operational decision-making. Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Management & Reporting CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
