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Vitalé Café Bar is located within the Aqua Sana Forest Spa and offers our Spa guests delicious fresh food and a soothing, relaxed atmosphere. Guests can expect a selection of Mediterranean inspired salads, tapas and pasta dishes as well as breakfast or something sweet complimented by our specialty tea, indulgent hot chocolate or bubbles for special occasions. KITCHEN MANAGER / HEAD CHEF | Circa €49,500 per annum plus 12% management bonus plus tips 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. We are now looking to appoint a Kitchen Manager / Head Chef to lead a team dedicated to providing a first-class service and excellent food quality to our guests. Responsibilities will include: If this sounds like your ideal job, then we’d love to see your application. Closing date: 17th June 2025 at 12 Noon Interviews to be held: Week commencing 16th June 2025 Please note this vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. Early submission of your application is therefore encouraged. Follow us - Facebook | LinkedIn At Center Parcs, everyone’s welcome. We recognise that we’re all at our best when we’re being ourselves. We are committed to building a culture that champions diversity, equity and inclusion, where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want them to feel valued for their individuality, thrive in our business and share a sense of belonging. We place a lot of value on recruiting based on behaviours rather than prioritising qualifications or experience. Please let us know if you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process.
Manufacturing Technician
Manufacturing Technician (Despatch) – (Job Ref: 25N/MTDP) Randox Laboratories continues to develop disruptive innovations in Diagnostics and Healthcare globally. We are proud to have been named the Number 1 company in Northern Ireland for the second consecutive year in the Belfast Telegraph Top 100 Companies List for 2024. Our staff are at the heart of everything we do and achieve. We have a new career opportunity for a Manufacturing Technician within our despatch team. Location : 44 Largy Road, Crumlin, BT29 4RN. Contract Offered : Full-time, Permanent. Working Hours / Shifts : 7am to 5.40pm, Monday to Thursday. What does this role involve? Within this position you will be responsible for the packing and despatch of orders to our global customer base. Some of the key duties include: • The assembly of outer boxes and crates. • The checking and sorting of products for despatch. • The despatch of orders. • Meeting packing and despatch schedules/deadlines. • Packing of products in an efficient and consistent manner to minimise potential damage in transit. • Ensuring that all boxes and crates are correctly and clearly labelled. • The strapping of boxes and organisation of orders prior to shipment. • Ensuring that all relevant paperwork and despatch records and completed accurately. Who can apply? Essential criteria: • GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths and English language. • Professional working proficiency in the English Language. • Ability to show excellent attention to detail. Desirable: • Previous experience of working in a manufacturing environment. • Previous experience in a similar role. • Driving license with access to a car, as the site is quite remote. • Strong numeric skills. • Strong communication skills. How do I apply? Click Apply on the site you are seeing this advert on they will submit your CV to Randox for review. This advert may be open for as long as 30 days although we may close the advert early if we receive sufficient applicants to fill the roles. About Randox: An international company operating in over 145 countries that continues to have unparalleled growth, Randox Laboratories was at the centre of the UK’s National COVID Testing Programme throughout the pandemic. In early 2020 Randox recognised the threat from COVID-19 and, based on over 40 years of diagnostic experience, quickly developed a test to accurately identify the virus. Testing at scale commenced within weeks to support the UK’s National Testing Programme and private clients alike. Additionally, as a world leader in diagnostics for clinical healthcare, toxicology and food security, our expertise and product portfolio have assisted laboratories across the world in improving health and saving lives. Our global success is a result of our pioneering products and the commitment & skill of our workforce, which continue to grow exponentially. Randox Laboratories Limited is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Logistics Coordinator
Logistics Coordinator – (Job Ref: 25I/LGCO) Randox Laboratories are a global leader in the in vitro diagnostics industry, based in the UK. At Randox we continue to develop disruptive innovations in clinical diagnostics, toxicology and food diagnostics, globally. Our staff are at the heart of everything we do and achieve. We have an exciting new career opportunity for a Logistics Coordinator at our US HQ, in Kearneysville, WV. What does the logistics team do? Our US logistics team are responsible for receiving customer orders from our HQ in the UK and ensuring they reach the customer. This involves constant communication with the customer while also preparing the relevant documents to accompany the shipment/courier to ensure there are no issues. An exciting, fast paced department who pride ourselves on attention to detail and customer service. Location : Randox Laboratories, 515 Industrial Blvd, Kearneysville, WV 25430, United States. Contract Offered : Full-time, Permanent Working Hours / Shifts : 40 hours per week, 8.30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday. What does this role involve? This is a varied role that will require you to develop a varied skillset, including: • Acknowledge and process all orders the same day they are received. • The dispatch of all orders the same day (if received before the office cutoff time). • Advise customers when an order has been dispatched, providing all necessary shipping information. • Daily monitoring of open orders. • Supply dispatch date information to customers on products not available from their order. • Acknowledge and answer all customer queries on the same day they are received. • Prepare, send and follow up on Proforma Invoices, as required. • Completing all order documentation. • Maintaining customer pricing and special instructions as necessary. • Ensure credit control procedures are followed for all orders. • Receipt of goods and ensuring they are stored in the correct location and conditions. • Maintain adequate stock levels of products and packaging materials. • Conduct weekly cycle / stock counts. • Order stock from HQ, advising of any special requirements. • Monitoring and recording of temperature readings for all storage areas. • Submit daily, weekly and monthly reports to management as required. • Assist in the training of logistics staff. Who can apply? Essential criteria : • High school level competency in Maths. • Competent in the use of Microsoft Office, Excel and Outlook • Good English communication skills, both written and verbal. Desirable: • College degree in Business Administration. • Multilingual. • Previous experience in a similar role/environment • Knowledge of SAP. This advert may be open for as long as 30 days although we may close the advert early if we receive sufficient applicants to fill the roles.
Construction Plant Fitting Apprentice
Job Description Power Plant Hire wish to recruit a First Year Apprentice Construction Plant Fitter to join our busy workshop. You will be working in a well-equipped workshop with a team of dedicated professionals. As the Apprentice Plant Fitter, you will post hire inspect, service and repair our full range of plant hire equipment, maintaining the quality, safety, reliability, and availability of hire stock in an effective manner. You will learn to maintain, diagnose, and resolve technical concerns in mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems of machines and equipment ranging from electrical tools, small petrol plant, large plant such as mini excavators and access equipment. Working hours: 8.30am - 5:30pm Monday to Friday, some Saturday work may be required. You will receive the going rate for a Construction Plant Fitter Apprentice. Responsibilities • Working with and learning from experienced Craftsperson’s • Comply with Health and Safety requirements • Working with machines and mechanical equipment • Accepting responsibility for the quality of own work • Using the special service tools, materials, and equipment • Reading and interpreting technical instructions and diagrams • Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical systems • Dismantling, examining, and re-assembling mechanical systems and components • Testing electrical and electronic systems and components • Record and communicate accurate work records or reports • Taking responsibility for own learning, including the allocation of study time • Being responsible for controlling or adjusting the operation of equipment Requirements • Apprentice fitter must be over the age of 16 • Good Communication skills • Be able to solve problems • Work independently and as part of a team • Show a positive attitude • Demonstrate good work practices including time keeping, tidiness, responsibility, quality awareness and safety awareness You will be trained to undertake all levels of maintenance and repairs as well as completing Manufacturers technical training in servicing and diagnostics. Upon completion you will receive an internationally recognised QQI Level 6 Qualification. Please apply with CV to be considered by 30th of June 2025
Domiciliary Careworker
Job Purpose To provide personal and domestic care to people living in their own homes, who due to a temporary or longer term disability, may not be able to manage their own care. Job Opportunity Derry/Londonderry Domiciliary Care Workers – Morning Runs (7am-2pm) & Bed Runs (7-11pm) available. Ref: W/DCW/D/2177 £12.36 per hour (plus Mileage) Part-time (12hr/20 hour) & Full-time contracts available Requirements: Interested? A full job description and details of how to apply can be found at: https://bryson.getgotjobs.co.uk/home Or call us on: 028 7132 1989 Closing date: 30th June 2025 at 12pm We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Software Developer
Software Developer Location: The successful candidate can be based from Craigavon or Derry, Northern Ireland. The role can also be based from our site in Loughborough, England, United Kingdom. The Role The Software Developer is responsible for extending and customising the core application to meet the needs of a particular clinical trial. This includes performing: - Initial delivery at the start of the clinical trial. - Change requests in response to variations in the client’s requirements whilst the clinical trial is running. - Maintenance tasks to ensure the system is performing accurately and efficiently. The Software Developer works with other members of the Almac team to deliver technical products and services. The Software Developer is assigned an internal levelling identifier (Level I through Level III) pursuant to their grasp of the appropriate job functions and skills, experience level and their breadth of responsibility Key Requirements / What we are looking for / About you · Have eligibility to work in the UK/IE OR possess a valid work permit that will allow you to take up full time, permanent employment in the UK/IE · Third level qualification in Computer Science or related subject, or significant equivalent experience · Basic experience or understanding of developing applications using the following: o Microsoft SQL Server o ASP.NET MVC o C# o Entity Framework o LINQ o Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) and a Service Bus technology Desirable Criteria · Basic Understanding in developing applications that use automated unit testing or unit testing/mocking frameworks OR have performed test driven development techniques and practices. · Experience within the clinical technology, life sciences or software industries setting and understanding of use of IXRS in Clinical Trial. Basic Understanding using Microsoft Azure Dev Ops (ADOS) or Team Foundation Server (TFS). Basic Understanding with any of the below: o Agile development methodologies, specifically SCRUM o Domain-driven design o Distributed event-driven design o NServiceBus and Microsoft Message Queue (MSMQ) o HTML, JavaScript, and JQuery For further information on essential and desirable criteria, please see job description attached to the online job posting. Apply Now - Apply online and tailor your CV to outline how you meet the role criteria. Please upload your CV in PDF format where possible. Closing Date - We will no longer be accepting applications after 5pm on Friday 13 June 2025. RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE NOTE: Almac will only accept applications from agencies/business partners that have been invited to work on this role by our Talent Acquisition team. Speculative candidate CV’s received or submitted directly to Hiring Managers will be considered unsolicited and no fee will be payable. Thank you for your cooperation.” #LI-CT1
Logistics Associate
Who we are: Niedax CMS, is part of the globally operating Niedax Group and has over 20 years of experience in the Irish market. As part of one of the world’s largest cable tray manufacturers, Niedax CMS brings expertise to critical industrial sectors including Data Centres, Pharmaceuticals, Semiconductors, Automotive, Automation, and Health & Education. With a comprehensive portfolio of over 50,000 products designed to support all aspects of electrical installations, we provide tailored solutions that power complex infrastructure around the world. Headquartered in Tralee, County Kerry, Niedax CMS is the driving force behind projects across Ireland and the UK—and far beyond. Our team has successfully supported international ventures throughout Europe, reaching as far as the Arctic Circle. At the heart of our success is a dedicated team—including a new generation of skilled apprentices—working across a range of roles to drive our mission forward. Together, we’re powering the future of cable management. An exciting opportunity is currently available at our Tralee office for an individual looking to start a career in logistics by combining on-the-job training with studies at the MTU Cork Campus for the QQI level 6 Higher Certificate in Logistics. You will learn while you earn as you build a solid foundation for your future career. Training area and job description: Applications: For an application for the apprenticeship position at the company, please email your CV and a cover letter to Norma@niedax.ie
Electrical Apprentice
First Year Apprentice Vacancy Established in 2005 Burke Electrical Installations is an electrical contracting specialist responsible for the completion of high profile, high specification electrical projects including design and build electrical contracts. We are currently seeking 1st Year Apprentices to join our team to work on sites in the Leinster region. This is an excellent opportunity for enthusiastic candidates who wish to complete a four year electrical apprenticeship in the Electrical trade. Successful applicants will be trained to the highest of standards in all aspects of the trade. Applicants are required to have a valid Safe Pass and Manual Handling. Site experience, driving licence & own transport is an advantage. Profile of Craft The electrical craftsperson is concerned with the installation, commissioning, testing and maintenance of: electrical wiring systems and services; electrical plant and control equipment; process monitoring and control systems. Modern process plant includes electrical, electro-mechanical, electropneumatic-, electronic- and microprocessor-based systems. In order to function effectively and efficiently, the electrical craftsperson must have a broad base of technical knowledge complementary to information gathering and analytical skills. The ability to interpret technical data and the proper use of test instruments is critical for effective system maintenance, fault diagnosis and rectification, and the installation/calibration of sensors, transmitting and controlling devices. This craftsperson must maintain effective communications with colleagues, clients and equipment suppliers. Proper maintenance, and updating of jobrelated and equipment-related documentation is critical. All work undertaken by electrical craftspersons is subject to statutory regulations governing the safety of personnel, plant, premises and the environment. At the end of the apprenticeship the craftsperson will be able to demonstrate competence in the following: Core Skills • Selection, procurement, safe use of, and storage of craft-related tools, equipment and materials • Selection and utilisation of fixing devices • Assessment, interpretation and implementation of ETCI wiring regulations, installation inspection and testing procedures • Utilisation of electrical test instruments • Installation of steel conduit wiring systems • Installation of plastic conduit wiring systems • Installation of steel trunking cable systems • Installation of plastic trunking cable systems • Installation of cable tray and ladder systems • Installation of industrial cable systems • Installation of sub-distribution boards and protective devices • Installation and maintenance of lighting, heating and motive power systems and controls • Installation and testing of overcurrent and earth leakage protection systems • Installation of earthing and bonding systems • Interpretation of circuit schematics and architectural drawings which incorporate IEC symbols • Interpretation of technical data and manufacturing standards • Interpretation of equipment assembly, disassembly and adjustment procedures • Completion and updating of job-related documentation Specialist Skills • Installation of wiring systems and equipment in hazardous environments • Assembly and wiring of motor control panels • Installation and maintenance of emergency lighting systems • Installation and maintenance of fire alarm systems • Installation and maintenance of intruder alarm systems • Installation and maintenance of standby power and battery systems • Installation of lightning protection systems • Installation and maintenance of HT transformers and switchgear • Installation of metering systems • Installation of power factor correction systems Common Skills • System fault analysis skills • Interpretation of electrical/electronic schematic diagrams • Interpretation of flow, function and ladder charts • Soldering and desoldering skills • Testing, removal and replacement of electronic components/PCBs • Installation and programming of PLC systems • Installation and calibration of sensors and transducers • Installation of electro-pneumatic systems • Installation of data communication cable systems Personal Skills • Communications • Customer relations • Adaptability • Ability to work as part of a team • Ability to work independently • Initiative • Problem solving • Planning • Information gathering • Quality • Language • Report Writing
Sales Advisor
No.1 Currency and Fexco Currency are leading providers of foreign exchange services in the UK and Ireland. We have an exciting opportunity for a Retail Sales Advisor to join the team in our Dublin City Centre stores, specifically Westmoreland Street and O'Connell Street. This is a permanent full-time role working 37.5 hours a week across 5 days. These can be any days from Monday-Sunday, and flexibility to cover overtime will be required. We offer a competitive salary of €15.24 per hour and great benefits which include an annual discretionary bonus, 20 days holiday increasing to 23 with service (pro rata), discounted travel money, and a full training programme. You'll work along side an extremely passionate and friendly team who genuinely care about the success of our business. Main Responsibilities The successful candidate will be responsible for:
Regional Education Officers
Water Safety Ireland is seeking 3 dedicated and enthusiastic Regional Education Officers to join our education team. As a Regional Education Officer, you will play a pivotal role in delivering our water safety and drowning prevention programmes. Your responsibilities will include conducting educational sessions and workshops in early learning centres, schools, colleges, corporate entities and other various public and private organisations within your designated region and online. Occasionally, you may be required to deliver sessions outside of your region if needed. Additionally, you will be expected to host online sessions as required, ensuring a broad and impactful engagement. Your primary mission will be to ensure that our programmes are effectively delivered, remain relevant, and achieve significant impact, in alignment with Water Safety Ireland’s national goals of reducing drownings and enhancing community safety. You will report directly to the Education Manager, contributing to the overall success of our educational initiatives. Blended: This role is primarily remote with a significant amount of travel involved, including some outside of your designated region, and a requirement to attend meetings in the office for induction and training and work-related matters. Training will be in the office for the first week, and then as required. There are 3 positions available, each based in different regions: Region 1: A Central/Midland’s focus encompassing the counties of Cavan, Monaghan, Longford, Offaly, Laois, Westmeath, Carlow, Kilkenny, Tipperary, and Louth. Region 2: A West/Southwest focus encompassing the counties of Limerick, Kerry, Cork, Waterford, and Wexford. Region 3: A Greater Dublin focus encompassing Dublin, Wicklow, Meath, Kildare. Principal Duties Reporting to the Education Manager, the Regional Education Officer will play a key role in WSI’s education initiatives. This is a full-time fixed term contract appointment. The Regional Education Officer will undertake the following functions: • Assist in developing, coordinating, and delivering WSI Education Programmes, workshops, and camps for schools, colleges, private and public organisations, aquatic facilities, and WSI Water Safety Area Committees and any other stakeholders who may want to avail of our programmes whether in-person or online. • Assist in managing the administration of various programmes. • Assist in developing and managing e-learning courses to ensure accessible water safety training for all. • Respond to education queries professionally and promptly, ensuring all relevant stakeholder replies are included. • Support the upkeep and enhancement of Water Safety Ireland’s data collection systems. • Deliver educational sessions for new members. • Offer follow-up support to educators, pupils, and aquatic facilities to sustain and develop their programmes. • Maintain relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, such as Water Safety Area Committees (WSAC), Local Authority Water Safety Development Officers, Lifesaving Training Centres, Outdoor Adventure Centres, An Garda Síochána, Scouting Ireland, the National Maritime College, Education Centres, Teacher Education Centres, and other relevant partners. • Support and attend relevant national conferences, exhibitions, and ceremonies. • Present at relevant conferences, exhibitions, and ceremonies if required. • Provide administrative support for educational projects from various WSI commissions. • Assist in promoting Early Years, Primary and Post Primary Water Safety. • Assist in drafting reports and updates for WSI Management, Board, and relevant Councils as required. • Attend training as needed, which may be on-site or at alternate locations, in traditional or online formats, and may occur during normal working hours or evenings or weekends. • Other duties assigned are based on the needs of the organisation. Qualifications and Experience a. Essential Requirements · Strong background coaching/instruction/training. · Strong knowledge/background/passion in water safety. · Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills. · Strong team player, able to collaborate effectively within a team setting. · Skilled in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). · Full clean Irish driving licence. This role involves working with children, so successful Garda vetting is required. b. Desirable Requirements · Capable of delivering high-quality results in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, with effective prioritization and escalation. · Water Activity and/or Safety Certification · Skilled in developing and maintaining trusting, proactive relationships with all stakeholder groups. · Proficient in Irish Language · Deeply committed to the vision and values of WSI. Please also refer to the Clerical Officer Competencies in Appendix 1 of this booklet TRAINING WSI will cover the costs for relevant additional training and professional development as considered appropriate by management. Eligibility to compete and certain restrictions on eligibility a. Eligible Candidates must be: i. A citizen of the European Economic Area. The EEA (European Economic Area) consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway; or ii. A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); iii. A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU (European Union) and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or iv. A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or v. A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015, or any family member entitled to remain in the State because of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa or vi. 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. To qualify candidates must meet one of the citizenship criteria above by the date of any job offer. Candidates who are not citizens of the aforementioned countries must have the necessary permissions to work in Ireland Principal Conditions of Service a. Salary Entry will be at the minimum of the scale and increments may be awarded subject to satisfactory performance and to changes in the terms and conditions relating to salary increments in the Civil/Public Service generally. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy.= PPC (Personal Pension Contribution) Scale (for officers who are existing civil or public servants appointed on or after 6 April 1995 or who are new entrants to the civil or public service and who are making a compulsory personal pension contribution). CLERICAL OFFICER - PPC Weekly rate of €590.21 €623.23 €631.62 €647.99 €672.15 €696.26 €720.35 €737.91 €757.82 €780.93 €797.18 €820.07 €842.79 €878.27 €906.13¹ €918.93² A different rate will apply where the appointee is a civil or public servant recruited before 6th April 1995 and who is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution. Other pay and conditions may apply if, immediately prior to appointment, the appointee is a serving civil or public servant. Important Note 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 the current Government Policy. Successful candidates will agree to repay any overpayment of salary, allowances, or expenses in accordance with Circular 07/2018: Recovery of Salary, Allowances, and Expenses Overpayments made to Staff Members/Former Staff Members/Pensioners. b. Annual Leave The annual leave allowance for the position of Clerical Officer is 22 days. This allowance is subject to the usual conditions regarding the granting of annual leave in the Civil or Public Service, is based on a five-day week and is exclusive of the usual public holidays. c. Hours of Attendance Hours of attendance will be fixed from time to time but will amount to not less than 35 hours net per week. The successful candidate will be required to work such additional hours from time to time as may be reasonable and necessary for the proper performance of their duties, subject to the limits set in the working time regulations. Should additional hours be required, time in lieu procedures will apply. d. Place of Work The Education Officer is a remote role with substantial travel involved. A company vehicle will be provided. Water Safety Ireland’s head office is currently located on the Long Walk, Galway City. The office will be your designated place of work from time to time,to meet the needs of the organisation and the head office itself could relocate during the contract to facilitate business needs. When absent from home and office on duty, appropriate travelling expenses and subsistence allowances will be paid subject to the normal Civil or Public Service regulations. e. Company Vehicle and Travel As part of our commitment to supporting Regional Education Officers, a company vehicle will be provided for work-related use. This benefit may be subject to Benefit-in-Kind (BIK) taxation unless the general exemption criteria are met. Travel expenses incurred during official duties will be reimbursed in accordance with the Public Service travel and subsistence policy. f. Tenure and Position The position of Clerical Officer – Regional Education Officer is a full-time role being offered initially on a 3-year fixed term. The provisions of the Unfair Dismissals Acts 1977 – 2007 will not apply to the termination of the contract consisting only of the expiry of the fixed term. The first year will serve as a probationary period, during which the appointee’s performance and suitability for the role will be formally assessed. If, during this time, it becomes evident that the role is not a good fit, the contract may be concluded early. Upon successful completion of this probation period, the appointee will continue under the terms of the remaining contract. At the end of the three-year term, and subject to satisfactory performance, the role may be extended or transitioned to one of indefinite duration. The probationary contract will be for a period of 12 months; this is included and not additional to the specified purpose contract. Notwithstanding this paragraph and the paragraph immediately following below, this will not preclude an extension of the probationary contract in appropriate circumstances. During the period of your probationary contract, your performance will be subject to review by your supervisor(s) to determine whether you: (i) Have performed in a satisfactory manner, (ii) Have been satisfactory in general conduct, and (iii) Are suitable from the point of view of health with regard to sick leave. g. Suspension of Probation WSI may suspend the probationary period and, as a result, extend the term of the probationary contract in the following circumstances: i. the probationary period will be suspended if the officer is on Maternity or Adoptive leave, ii. the probationary period may, at the discretion of the Department, be suspended where the employee is absent on any other form of statutory or non-statutory leave. Where WSI’s ability to assess the officer and/or the officer’s ability to demonstrate their suitability for permanent appointment is compromised by the officer’s absence on leave, the contract period will be extended by the period of leave taken. h. Duties The appointee will be required to perform any duties appropriate to their grade which may be assigned to them. They may not engage in private practice or be connected with any outside business which would interfere with the performance of official duties. i. Sick Leave Pay during properly certified sick absence, provided there is no evidence of permanent disability for service, will apply on a pro-rata basis, in accordance with the provisions of the sick leave circulars. Officers who will be paying Class A rate of PRSI will be required to sign a mandate authorising the Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection to pay any benefits due under the Social Welfare Acts directly to the employing Department or Organisation. Payment during illness will be subject to the officer making the necessary claims for social insurance benefit to the Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection within the required time limits. j. Superannuation and Retirement The appointee will be offered public service pension terms and retirement age conditions in accordance with pension arrangements in the WSI depending on the status of the successful appointee: In general, an appointee who has never worked in the Public Service will be offered appointment based on membership of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (“Single Scheme”). Full details of the Scheme are at www.singlepensionscheme.gov.ie . Where the appointee has worked in a pensionable (non-Single Scheme terms) public service job in the 26 weeks prior to appointment or is currently on a career break or special leave with/without pay, different terms may apply. The pension entitlement of such appointees will be established in the context of their public service employment history. Key provisions attached to membership of the Single Scheme are as follows: (a) Pensionable Age: The minimum age at which pension is currently payable is 66 (this is under review and will rise in line with changes in State Pension age). (b) Retirement Age: Scheme members must retire on reaching the age of 70. (c) Career average earnings are used to calculate benefits (a pension and lump sum amount accrue each year and are uprated each year by reference to CPI). (d) Post retirement pension increases are linked to CPI. (e) An individual who is on secondment will remain a member of the parent organisation’s pension scheme and the pensionable remuneration will be based on their substantive grade i.e., the grade at which the individual is employed in their parent organisation. (f) An individual who was a member of a “preexisting public service pension scheme” as construed by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 and who does not qualify for membership of the Single Scheme will have standard public service pension terms reflecting new entrant or nonnew entrant status for the purposes of the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. k. Pension Abatement If the appointee has previously been employed in the Civil or Public Service and is in receipt of a pension from the Civil or Public Service or where a Civil/Public Service pension comes into payment during their re-employment that pension will be subject to abatement in accordance with Section 52 of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. Please note: In applying for this position, you are acknowledging that you understand that the abatement provisions, where relevant, will apply. It is not envisaged that the employing Department/Office will support an application for an abatement waiver in respect of appointments to this position. However, if the appointee was previously employed in the Civil or Public Service and awarded a pension under voluntary early retirement arrangements (other than the Incentivised Scheme of Early Retirement (ISER), the Department of Health Circular 7/2010 VER/VRS or the Department of Environment, Community & Local Government Circular letter LG(P) 06/2013, any of which renders a person ineligible for the competition) the entitlement to that pension will cease with effect from the date of reappointment. Special arrangements may, however, be made for the reckoning of previous service given by the appointee for the purpose of any future superannuation award for which the appointee may be eligible. l. Ill Health Retirement Please note that where an individual has retired from a Civil/Public Service body on the grounds of ill health their pension from that employment may be subject to review in accordance with the rules of ill-health retirement within the pension scheme of that employment. Applicants will be required to attend an appointed medical professional to assess their ability to provide regular and effective service taking account of the condition which qualified them for IHR. Appointment post ill health retirement from Civil Service If successful in their application through the competition, the applicant should be aware of the following: If deemed fit to provide regular and effective service and assigned to a post, their civil service ill health pension ceases. If the applicant subsequently fails to complete probation or decides to leave their assigned post, there can be no reversion to the civil service IHR status, nor reinstatement of the civil service IHRpension, that existed prior to the application nor is there an entitlement to same. i. The applicant will become a member of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (SPSPS) upon appointment if they have had a break in pensionable public/civil service of more than 26 weeks. Appointment post Ill health retirement from public service: ii. Where an individual has retired from a public service body their ill-health pension from that employment may be subject to review in accordance with the rules of ill-health retirement under that scheme. iii. If an applicant is successful, on appointment the applicant will be required to declare whether they are in receipt of a public service pension (ill-health or otherwise) and their public service pension may be subject to abatement. iv. The applicant will become a member of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (SPSPS) upon appointment if they have had a break in pensionable public/civil service of more than 26 weeks. Please note more detailed information in relation to pension implications for those in receipt of a civil or public service ill-health pension is available upon request.
