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About the job Are you looking to kick start a career in science working for a world leader in the Biopharmaceutical Industry, and get an opportunity to Progress your education while getting paid? Why not consider the QC Laboratory Apprenticeship programme with the Quality Control team in Sanofi, Waterford? The programme is designed for those who wish to develop a career in a laboratory environment where employment is set to grow significantly over the next 3-5 years. Sanofi Waterford is ideally placed to facilitate, mentor and nurture new talent. During term time you would work 3 days per week in our laboratory learning on the job while spending 2 days per week with our education partner, SETU. Program details:
Pharmaceutical Technician, Senior NRS14836
Key Working Relationships The key working relationships associated with this role are to manage and develop the current pharmacy service. Work with colleagues across all our sites to improve the service provided. Purpose of the Post The Pharmaceutical Technician, Senior will work as part of the NAS Pharmacy Team to to assist with the provision of an excellent comprehensive pharmacy service and assist with the future development of the pharmacy in the National Ambulance Service. Principal Duties and Responsibilities The Pharmaceutical Technician, Senior will: Professional / Clinical · Ensure the purchase, storage and supply of all items is operated on the most economical lines, consistent with the NAS Medicines Management Policy and with reference to legal requirements, transit, security, and conditions of physical and chemical stability. · Check shelves for expired stock and ensure stock rotation. · Be responsible for stock control. · Carry out the ordering of medicines, pharmaceuticals and other related items to ensure adequate stock levels available to patient facing services. · Maintain stocks of non-medicinal items ordered from central stores. · Maintain records of purchasing, quality control, and dispensing to the standards required. · Ensure the receipt, checking and storage of goods received. · Carry out the assembly of requisitions for NAS services where appropriate. · Carry out the pre-packaging of bulk preparations and refill of drug bags. · Be involved in checking processes in accordance with NAS protocols and procedures. · Liaise with management and staff in matters of NAS procedure and as and when issues arise. · Observe and report to the supervisor any unusual situations, occurrences, conditions or complaints including those related to drugs, drug requests, drug usage or security within any NAS location. · Make recommendations on how methods and procedures can be improved. · Support the review and improvement of the implementation of the NAS Medicines Management Policy, controlled drugs processes and maintenance of records. · Carry out general administrative and financial duties including recording keeping and drug use monitoring. · Support the work programme of the Drugs and Therapeutics Committee · Participate in the audit, quality improvement and medication use review activities of the department. Collect data and maintain logs, records and other documentation as assigned. · Contribute to the procurement and supply of drugs, pharmaceuticals and other related items and to identify and accelerate strategies that generate cost efficiencies. · Develop and maintain good working relationships with colleagues and key stakeholders across the organisation · Prepare responses and briefings on behalf of the Senior Pharmacist as required. Health and Safety · Ensure that work is carried out in a safe manner in accordance with the provisions of Health, Safety and Welfare at Work Act, the Pharmaceutical Society of Ireland (PSI) requirements and/or other relevant legislation or advice. · Adequately identifies, assesses, manages and monitors risk within their area of responsibility. · Advise the supervisor of malfunctioning or unsafe equipment in the pharmacy. · Ensure the maintenance of standards of clinical hygiene within the pharmacy. · Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc.and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. · Support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. Education and Training · Participate in continuing education and activities consistent with the post. · Participate and/or assist in the teaching and training (including in-service training) of pharmacy, paramedicine, medical, nursing and other staff as may be required. · Engage in the HSE performance achievement process in conjunction with your Line Manager and staff as appropriate. Personnel / Administration · Carry out general administrative and financial duties including record keeping and medication use monitoring. · Ensure invoices are processed promptly including following up on problems if necessary. · Maximise the use of technology as it relates to the role and operate computers as required. · Co-operate and assist line management in the performance of his / her duties and responsibilities as required. The above Job Specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to them from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/ or experience 1. Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc. (a) Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: (i) Possess the Pharmaceutical Technicians Diploma awarded by the University of Dublin. OR (ii) Possess a Pharmacy Technicians qualification at QQI Level 6 awarded by the Dublin Institute of Technology, Athlone Institute of Technology, Letterkenny Institute of Technology or Carlow Institute of Technology. OR (iii) Possess the Pharmacy Services Certificate (NVQ 3) offered by the Irish Pharmaceutical Union. OR (iv) Are currently employed as a Pharmacy Technician in the publicly funded Irish health service. OR (v) Possess a relevant qualification at least equivalent to (ii) or (iii) above AND (b) have at least three years fulltime satisfactory post qualification hospital experience AND (c) Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability, professional knowledge and management ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. Health A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Post Specific Requirements Demonstrate depth and breadth of experience in the pharmaceutical field as relevant to the role Other requirements specific to the post · This role is not in the Operations Directorate and hence, this is not a uniform role in NAS · The role will require monthly site visits to specified locations relating to the role · Access to appropriate transport to fulfil the requirements of the role as the post will involve travel to locations around the country including possible overnight stays Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Professional Knowledge & Experience Demonstrates: Campaign Specific Selection Process Ranking/Shortlisting / Interview A ranking and or shortlisting exercise may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application form. The criteria for ranking and or shortlisting are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification. Therefore it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirements. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not progressing to the next stage of the selection process. Those successful at the ranking stage of this process, where applied, will be placed on an order of merit and will be called to interview in ‘bands’ depending on the service needs of the organisation. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion The HSE is an equal opportunities employer. Employees of the HSE bring a range of skills, talents, diverse thinking and experience to the organisation. The HSE believes passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to its success – we aim to develop the workforce of the HSE so that it reflects the diversity of HSE service users and to strengthen it through accommodating and valuing different perspectives. Ultimately this will result in improved service user and employee experience. The HSE is committed to creating a positive working environment whereby all employees inclusive of age, civil status, disability, ethnicity and race, family status, gender, membership of the Traveller community, religion and sexual orientation are respected, valued and can reach their full potential. The HSE aims to achieve this through development of an organisational culture where injustice, bias and discrimination are not tolerated. The HSE welcomes people with diverse backgrounds and offers a range of supports and resources to staff, such as those who require a reasonable accommodation at work because of a disability or long-term health condition. Read more about the HSE’s commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Code of Practice The Health Service Executive will run this campaign in compliance with the Code of Practice prepared by the Commission for Public Service Appointments (CPSA). The CPSA is responsible for establishing the principles to be followed when making an appointment. These are set out in the CPSA Code of Practice. The Code outlines the standards to be adhered to at each stage of the selection process and sets out the review and appeal mechanisms open to candidates should they be unhappy with a selection process. Tenure The current vacancy available is permanent and whole time. The post is pensionable. A panel may be created from which permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration may be filled. The tenure of these posts will be indicated at “expression of interest” stage. Appointment as an employee of the Health Service Executive is governed by the Health Act 2004 and the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004 and Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Amendment Act 2013. Remuneration The Salary scale for the post as of the 1st March 2025 is: €54,333 - €55,469 - €56,615 - €57,761 - €58,912 - €60,072 The salary for this role reflects the requirements set out in the eligibility criteria and is all inclusive. Hence no other allowances, including qualification allowance, or payments are payable. New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. Working Week The standard weekly working hours of attendance for your grade are 35 hours per week. Your normal weekly working hours are 35 hours. Contracted hours that are less than the standard weekly working hours for your grade will be paid pro rata to the full time equivalent. You are required to work agreed roster/on-call arrangements advised by your Reporting Manager. Your contracted hours are liable to change between the hours of 8.00am and 8.00pm over seven days to meet the requirements for extended day services in accordance with the terms of collective agreements and HSE Circulars. Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the post will be confirmed at Contracting stage. Superannuation This is a pensionable position with the HSE. The successful candidate will upon appointment become a member of the appropriate pension scheme. Pension scheme membership will be notified within the contract of employment. Members of pre-existing pension schemes who transferred to the HSE on the 01st January 2005 pursuant to Section 60 of the Health Act 2004 are entitled to superannuation benefit terms under the HSE Scheme which are no less favourable to those which they were entitled to at 31st December 2004 Age The Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act, 2018* set 70 years as the compulsory retirement age for public servants. * Public Servants not affected by this legislation: Public servants joining the public service or re-joining the public service with a 26 week break in service, between 1 April 2004 and 31 December 2012 (new entrants) have no compulsory retirement age. Public servants, joining the public service or re-joining the public service after a 26 week break, after 1 January 2013 are members of the Single Pension Scheme and have a compulsory retirement age of 70. Probation Every appointment of a person who is not already a permanent officer of the Health Service Executive or of a Local Authority shall be subject to a probationary period of 12 months as stipulated in the Department of Health Circular No.10/71. Protection of Children Guidance and Legislation The welfare and protection of children is the responsibility of all HSE staff. You must be aware of and understand your specific responsibilities under the Children First Act 2015, the Protections for Persons Reporting Child Abuse Act 1998 in accordance with Section 2, Children First National Guidance and other relevant child safeguarding legislation and policies. Some staff have additional responsibilities such as Line Managers, Designated Officers and Mandated Persons. You should check if you are a Designated Officer and / or a Mandated Person and be familiar with the related roles and legal responsibilities. Visit HSE Children First for further information, guidance and resources. Infection Control Have a working knowledge of Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc. and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. Health & Safety It is the responsibility of line managers to ensure that the management of safety, health and welfare is successfully integrated into all activities undertaken within their area of responsibility, so far as is reasonably practicable. Line managers are named and roles and responsibilities detailed in the relevant Site Specific Safety Statement (SSSS). Key responsibilities include: • Developing a SSSS for the department/service [1] , as applicable, based on the identification of hazards and the assessment of risks, and reviewing/updating same on a regular basis (at least annually) and in the event of any significant change in the work activity or place of work. • Ensuring that Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) is integrated into day-to-day business, providing Systems Of Work (SOW) that are planned, organised, performed, maintained, and revised as appropriate, and ensuring that all safety related records are maintained and available for inspection. • Consulting and communicating with staff and safety representatives on OSH matters. • Ensuring a training needs assessment (TNA) is undertaken for employees, facilitating their attendance at statutory OSH training, and ensuring records are maintained for each employee. • Ensuring that all incidents occurring within the relevant department/service are appropriately managed and investigated in accordance with HSE procedures [2] . • Seeking advice from health and safety professionals through the National Health and Safety Function Helpdesk as appropriate. • Reviewing the health and safety performance of the ward/department/service and staff through, respectively, local audit and performance achievement meetings for example. Note : Detailed roles and responsibilities of Line Managers are outlined in local SSSS. [1] A template SSSS and guidelines are available on writing your site or service safety statement . 2 Structures and processes for effective incident management and review of incidents.
Senior Staff Officer
QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POST : Character: Each candidate must be of good character. Health Candidates shall 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. Citizenship: Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa: or e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa or f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. Education, training, experience, etc Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms – Applicants to Panel B (Open) (i) (a) have obtained at least Grade D (or a Pass), in Higher or Ordinary Level, in five subjects (or four if Irish is included) from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Established Leaving Certificate Examination or Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme including Irish and/or English and one of the following: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics, and (b) have obtained at least Grade C (or Honours) in Higher Level (or Honours) papers in three subjects in that examination (or two subjects if Irish and/or one of the following is included: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics), or (ii) have obtained a comparable standard in an equivalent examination, or (iii) hold a third level qualification of at least degree standard, and (iv) have satisfactory experience in administrative procedures, including adequate practical experience in work of an executive nature, office organisation and control of staff. Confined Competition (Panels A and C as appropriate) (v) (a) be a serving employee of a local authority or a regional assembly and have not less than two years’ satisfactory experience in a post of Clerical Officer or analogous post, and (b) have satisfactory experience in administrative procedures, including adequate practical experience in work of an executive nature, office organization and control of staff DETAILS AND PARTICULARS: The Position The Senior Staff Officer is a middle management position within the Council and is assigned responsibility for the day-to-day administration and management of a section or department handling an area of the local authority’s activities, including management and supervision of staff. The Senior Staff Officer is responsible for ensuring that goals set out in Departmental and Team Plans become operational actions through the planning, allocation and prioritisation of work. The Senior Staff Officer is a key point of contact and liaison with other Sections or Departments in relation to all operational matters for the service delivery section or sections for which they are responsible. The Senior Staff Officer is expected to carry out their duties with an understanding of the political context of local government and in such a manner that enhances public trust and confidence and ensures impartial decision making. Duties & Responsibilities The Senior Staff Officer responsibilities are set out below: Probation The successful candidate shall be required to be on probation for an initial period, as determined by the Council. This period may be extended at the discretion of the Council. Salary Remuneration will be at the Senior Staff Officer of the national wage scales. The present minimum scale is €56,754 increasing to €69,337 per annum (including LSIs) with annual increments subject to satisfactory performance via PMDS. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Garda Vetting/Child Protection Successful candidates will be subject to the Garda Vetting Procedures. Annual Leave The annual leave entitlement for this post will be 30 days per annum. Granting of annual leave, payment for annual leave and arrangement from public holidays will be governed by the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997. Working Hours The post entails a wide range of duties which require maximum flexibility and will be based on a 35 hour week. The Council reserves the right to alter the hours of work from time to time. Pension: The Local Government Superannuation Scheme applies. Acceptance of Offer of Employment Cavan County Council shall require persons to whom appointments are offered to take up such appointments within a period of not more than one month and if they fail to take up the appointment within such period or such longer period as the local authority in its absolute discretion may determine, Cavan County Council shall not appoint them.
Human Resources and Administration Executive
Remuneration: €55,492 - €67,483 Reporting to: Corporate Operations Manager Leave allowance is 29 days per annum (30 days after 5 years), plus 10 Public / Bank Holidays. The Job Holder will combine working in Safefood’s office headquarters at Little Island, Cork with working remotely (at home). Occasional travel within Ireland including spending time in the Dublin office may be required to fulfil the requirements of the role. Normal working hours are 9.00am – 5.00pm Monday to Friday. Flexible and Blended (Hybrid) Working. Career Development At Safefood we believe in investing in our people, encouraging them to achieve a work-life balance while providing support for personal and professional development. · We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support you throughout your career. · We provide study and financial support to encourage lifelong learning, as well as assisting you with the costs of professional membership fees. Work Life Balance In line with comparable Irish Civil Service Terms and Conditions, Safefood offers staff several leave options which support our people through various stages of their life. We have also developed a range of flexible working practices to make it easier for our employees to have a balance between the demands of work and their personal life. These include: • Competitive annual leave and public holidays. • Blended (Hybrid) Working. • Flexible Working including Flexitime. • Career breaks. Additional Financial Benefits · Attractive pension scheme where you will pay a rate of between 4.6% and 7.35% depending on your salary. · Full Payment top up for maternity / paternity / adoptive leave (subject to terms and conditions). · Overtime rates are available to employees who work beyond their normal working hours according to their terms and conditions. Employee Wellbeing · Free, confidential counselling and support to employees 24/7 through our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). · VDU Eye Examinations and a contribution towards frames if recommended · Flu vaccinations · Bike to Work Scheme JOB PURPOSE The HR and Administration Executive will provide advice and assistance to the Corporate Operations Manager in developing and implementing Safefood’s HR strategy. They will review and maintain HR systems, policies and procedures in line with Safefood’s business plan, legislation and best practice. They will represent Safefood at applicable North/South Bodies meetings and develop key relationships with other colleagues in these bodies. They will advise on, manage and/or maintain the Safefood Pension Scheme, Equality and Disability Schemes and Freedom of Information Code of Practice. The HR and Administration Executive will ensure that health and safety arrangements at Safefood meet legislative and best practice standards. They will manage and review HR functions such as recruitment and selection, performance management and learning & development looking to implement best business practices and value for money. They will demonstrate an ability to research the latest legislation and guidance, provide advice, draft and implement policies and procedures and monitor compliance for Safefood on issues arising. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Additional Information Safefood is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion throughout its work. Safefood is required to comply with Equality and Human Rights legislation in both Ireland and Northern Ireland with equality objectives and commitments mainstreamed into its main strategic and operational business plans. It is fully committed to fulfilling these obligations through a proactive approach to equality and human rights issues in all aspects of its work and by providing a working environment that is free from unlawful discrimination, victimisation or harassment. Safefood’s Disability Action Plan 2021–2025 outlines measures to ensure that equality of opportunity is achieved, with regular monitoring and reporting on progress towards delivering on these commitments submitted to the Equality Commission (NI). Regular training in equality, diversity and inclusion is provided to all staff to encourage awareness of disability and equality issues and safefood actively encourages people with disabilities to apply for roles in the organisation. Safefood is committed to meeting our environmental and sustainability obligations to combat climate change by driving down our energy and carbon impacts. We have implemented several initiatives across our offices as part of our Climate Action Plan to recycle, reduce waste, and minimise paper usage. Additionally, by embracing hybrid working arrangements and technology, we have reduced the environmental footprint of our office spaces and lessened the need for many of our employees to commute and travel. We will continue to explore other opportunities that will support our efforts to meet our future commitments to combat climate change.
Cleaning Operative
Main duties and responsibilities: To undertake daily cleaning of the building in line with Health & Safety Standards. The cleaner will work within a team to ensure that the healthcare facility is kept to the highest standards of cleanliness. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Senior Facilities Engineer
We are looking for a Senior Facilities Engineer to join our team in Dublin 1 Working pattern: Monday to Friday from 08:30-17:00 Key Accountabilities To manage technical services across a portfolio of assigned sites for a corporate client. Manage Scheduled and Reactive Maintenance as Required We are looking forward to hearing from you! CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Cleaner
We are looking for cleaners to join our team in Carrightwohill, co Cork Working Pattern: Monday - Friday: 06:30 - 14:00 Saturday: 08:30 - 12:30 Monday-Friday: 16:00-20:00 Job Description To undertake daily building cleaning in line with Health & Safety Standards. The cleaner will work within a team to ensure that the building is kept to the highest standards of cleanliness. The following are key areas of responsibility for the cleaner: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Facilities Coordinator
We are looking for a Facilities Coordinator to join our team in a manufacturing environment in Lisnamuck, Co Longford Working Pattern:Monday to Thursday, from 8 AM to 4:30 PM, and Friday, from 8 AM to 3:30 PM Key Responsibilities: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Facilities Technicians
We are looking for Full-time Facilities Technicians with Mechanical background, to join our team in Loughboy, Kilkenny Working Pattern: Monday to Sunday Shifts Main Duties and Responsibilities Maintain and operate plant, utilities, and equipment to ensure smooth and safe operations. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Security Officer
We are looking for Full-time Security Officers to join our team in Carrightwohill, Co Cork Monday to Sunday shifts Valid PSA license Job Description CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
