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Full time Chef de Partie Required. Employer and Employment Location: Tokyo Kitchen Takeaway, 40-42 Bow Street, Dublin 7. Work Includes: Preparing Chinese cuisine food items and meal components at your station. Manage oriental ingredients that should be frequently available on a daily basis. Cooking a specific portion of each plated Chinese meal. Assisting with marinating, cutting and precooking Asian cuisine foods. Following directions provided by the head chef. Stocktaking and ordering supplies for your station. Suggest new rules and procedures for optimizing the cooking process. Required: 3+ years previous relevant experience. Minimum Annual Salary: €35,360, Working Hours: 40 hours/week, hourly rate 17 euros AD PUBLISHED: FROM 09TH MARCH 2026 TO 06TH APRIL 2026
7.5 Tonne Delivery Driver
About The Sofa Delivery Company At The Sofa Delivery Company, we know that a sofa is one of the most meaningful things someone can buy. That’s why we’re on a mission to be the best two-person delivery company around, delivering great experiences to our customers that count. As part of the DFS group, we deliver for our group brands - DFS and Sofology. Our colleagues are given the tools, training and support to make moments matter. We recognise and reward our people for going the extra mile, for our customers and each other. Whether you’re in the warehouse, out on the road, or in a customer’s home, at The Sofa Delivery Company, you’ll deliver moments that matter. At The Sofa Delivery Company, we believe in rewarding hard work and making every day enjoyable. Here’s what we offer: The Highlights: Across our Group, we're committed to a culture where everyone feels welcome, valued, and can thrive at work. We celebrate diverse voices, champion inclusion, and support each other through our growing colleague networks. We invest in partnerships that drive change, from supporting Doncaster Pride and introducing the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower, to partnering with Carers UK and developing leaders with Diversity in Retail. We're proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to building a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. So, if your experience doesn't quite match the specification, we'd still really love to hear from you.
Toyota Showroom Salesperson Assistant
SALESPERSON ASSISTANT in Hugh Boggan Motors Required in our Wexford Branch Applicant should have interest in Cars, Administration, IT and Customer relationship Skills. Ability to work with busy team and tight deadlines.
Personal Assistants
Personal Assistants (PA) – Clarecastle, Co. Clare Monday to Friday West Limerick Independent Living is currently recruiting a Personal Assistant (PA) to support a person with a disability living in Clarecastle, Co. Clare . This role involves providing assistance with daily living and supporting the individual to live independently in their own home and community. Available Shifts: 11:00am – 5:00pm, 5:00pm – 8:00am (sleepover shift) - Monday to Friday Role may include: West Limerick Independent Living promotes the principles of Independent Living , supporting individuals to live full and active lives with choice and control over their supports. Please click the APPLY NOW button to upload your CV. Don't have a current CV? Click HERE to view the JobAlert.ie CV templates.
Resident DJ for Music Bar in Mallorca - Accommodation Available
Resident DJ for Music Bar in Mallorca - Accommodation Available Job Title: DJ Required – Music Bar in Mallorca, Spain Duration: Seasonal (April – October) Accommodation: Available Eligibility: EU Citizens Only Job Description: We are looking for an experienced DJ to join our team at a lively music bar in Mallorca, Spain for the summer season. Key Responsibilities: • Playing the best music • Engaging with customers to create a fun and enjoyable atmosphere Requirements: • Confident, talkative, and outgoing personality • Ability to provide great entertainment • Must be eligible to work in the EU (EU citizens only) • Willingness to commit for the full season (April – October) Perks & Benefits: • Accommodation Available • Work in a fun and lively music bar environment • Meet new people and enjoy the summer season in Mallorca How to Apply: Click the APPLY NOW button to submit your CV or send a WhatsApp message to +34 618 762 827 for more details.
Bar Staff / Waiters – Music Bar in Mallorca, Spain
Job Title: Bar Staff / Waiters – Music Bar in Mallorca, Spain Location: Mallorca, Spain Duration: Seasonal (April – October) Accommodation: Available Eligibility: EU Citizens Only Job Description: We are looking for enthusiastic and outgoing Bar Staff / Waiters to join our team at a lively music bar in Mallorca, Spain for the summer season. If you love working in a fast-paced, social environment and have a passion for great service, this is the perfect opportunity for you! Key Responsibilities: How to Apply: Click the APPLY NOW button to submit your CV or send a WhatsApp message to +34 618 762 827 for more details.
PR Bar Staff / Resident DJ – Music Bar in Mallorca, Spain
We are looking for PR Bar Staff and also a Resident DJ for a busy Music Bar in Mallorca, Spain Location: Mallorca, Spain Accommodation: Available Duration: Seasonal (April – October) Eligibility: EU Citizens Only Job Description: We are looking for enthusiastic and outgoing Bar Staff / Waiters to join our team at a lively music bar in Mallorca, Spain for the summer season. If you love working in a fast-paced, social environment and have a passion for great service, this is the perfect opportunity for you! Key Responsibilities: • Serving drinks & cocktails efficiently in a busy bar setting • Providing excellent customer service with a friendly and welcoming attitude • Engaging with customers to create a fun and enjoyable atmosphere • Handling cash and card payments accurately • Keeping the bar and seating areas clean and organized • Assisting with stock management and restocking as needed Requirements: • Confident, talkative, and outgoing personality • Ability to work well under pressure in a busy environment • Previous bar or hospitality experience is a plus but not essential • Must be eligible to work in the EU (EU citizens only) • Willingness to commit for the full season (April – October) Perks & Benefits: • Accommodation Available • Work in a fun and lively music bar environment • Meet new people and enjoy the summer season in Mallorca People applying for the DJ Opportunity must have experience. How to Apply: Click the APPLY NOW button to submit your CV or send a WhatsApp message to +34 618 762 827 for more details.
General Operative 4 on 4 off shift - Kildare
At O'Brien Fine Foods is an Irish family business based in Timahoe, Co. Kildare. O ur Production Operatives play a vital role in producing the highquality food and best loved brand (Brady Family Ham) enjoyed by families across Ireland. This is a handson role in our modern production environment, where teamwork, pride in your work and doing the right thig really matter. We're offering a predictable 4dayson / 4daysoff shift pattern, giving you genuine worklife balance, regular time off and consistent hours - with no night shifts. You'll be fully trained, supported by experienced Team Leaders, and part of a closeknit team that looks out for one another. We have a structured development plan for our operations colleagues to support them to enhance their skills and their earning potential. Whether you're experienced in food production or looking to build a longterm career in manufacturing, this is a great opportunity to join a growing, stable business that invests in its people. In return for your commitment and attention to quality and safety, you'll benefit from a competitive rate structure, shift premiums, paid breaks, overtime opportunities, and the reassurance of steady, yearround work. If you enjoy practical work, take pride in producing quality products in a chilled food production environment, and want a role that offers structure, stability and opportunity to progress - we'd love to hear from you. You will also have access to our Employee Assistance Programme, Life assurance cover, colleague product shop, complementary monthly lunch, additional annual leave with service, recognition and service awards, Christmas Hamper and much more. Key Responsibilities - Carry out assigned production tasks in line with SOPs - Standard Operating Procedures. - Operate slicing and packaging equipment safely and efficiently. - Follow instructions from Team Leaders and Supervisors while taking ownership of tasks. - Identify and report safety, quality or performance issues promptly. - Work collaboratively as part of a production team. - Communicate effectively with colleagues and Team Leaders. - Support a positive team culture focused on safety and quality. - Operate machinery within a controlled High Care environment. - Manage equipment changeovers and data collection. - Maintain strict compliance with food safety and H&S standards in a fast-paced FMCG setting. Education & Qualifications - No formal qualifications required. - Full training is provided. Knowledge & Exp - Previous experience in FMCG or manufacturing is advantageous but not essential. - Awareness of food safety and hygiene standards is beneficial. Core Skills - Conversational English (required for Health & Safety). - Strong teamwork and communication skills. - High motivation and willingness to learn. - Attention to detail and quality focus. - Flexible and adaptable to business needs. Working Conditions: Chilled food production environment operating a four days on / four days off shift pattern. Shifts operate from 6:00am to 6:30pm Benefits: Physical requirements The work in some areas can be physically demanding & it will be necessary to stand for extended periods of time, lift heavy objects on a regular basis & do repetitive tasks. Job rotation, manual handling techniques and observing rest periods are of vast importance. Hours of Work: Each team will work four days on and four days off per week. Shift starts at 6:00am and ending at 6:30pm daily.
Executive Planner
QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POST 1. CHARACTER Candidates shall be of good character and references shall be sought. 2. HEALTH Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render an efficient service. 3. CITIZENSHIP Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015, or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa; or f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. 4. EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE, ETC. Each candidate, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms, must: (a) Hold a qualification in Planning (at least Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications). (b) Have at least five years satisfactory relevant experience of planning work. (c) Possess a high standard of technical training and expertise. (d) Possess a high degree of administrative experience. 5. DRIVING LICENCE Holders of the post must hold a full driving licence for class B vehicles and shall drive a motor car in the course of their duties and, for this purpose, provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the local authority. Carlow County Council reserves the right to provide a vehicle to enable you to carry out your duties. The provision of a vehicle will be at the discretion of the Chief Executive. If, during your employment, your licence is revoked, even temporarily, or if you receive endorsements on your licence which may affect your duties, you are obliged to notify the Council immediately. THE ROLE OF EXECUTIVE PLANNER An Executive Planner is currently the second grade within the tiers of planning posts within Carlow County Council. These range from Assistant Planner, Senior Executive Planner through to Senior Planner. Executive Planners work within the Planning Section and the section works broadly under the following headings: Forward Planning, Development Management and Enforcement. However, an Executive Planner will be required to input into multi-disciplinary project teams on occasion, under the direction and line management of the Senior Executive Planner and/or Senior Planner. Depending on the needs of the department/organisation, the Executive Planner may also be required to carry out duties as assigned by other delegated officers from time to time. Local Authorities also play a key role in supporting economic development and enterprise promotion at a local level. The Executive Planner may, from time to time, be required to deputise for the Senior Executive Planner or more senior personnel and must be willing to take on this challenge. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated person, with a strong sense of commitment to delivering quality public services and shall demonstrate a clear knowledge and understanding of: • Local authority services, its key stakeholders and relationships • Local government structures and its democratic role and mandate • Current local government issues, future trends and strategic direction of the sector, particularly in relation to planning policy and practice • Key policies guiding the local government sector • National, regional and local planning issues • Fostering and maintaining a wide range of productive working relationships both internally and externally to the organisation • Implementing change • Public service values The ideal candidate should also have an excellent technical knowledge base and experience of planning policy and practices to include the following: • Planning legislation and procedures across the areas of forward planning, development management and enforcement in particular • Current and future planning issues facing County Carlow and its wider region • Administration, report writing and putting across a well-researched and reasoned recommendation • Experience of working within multidisciplinary teams or demonstration of ability to do so • Project or team leadership • Awareness of and management of Health, Safety and Welfare in the workplace • Operating ICT systems, in particular word processing, presentation and GIS systems • Prioritising work effectively • Acting on own initiative • Dealing effectively with conflicting demands • Working under pressure to tight deadlines Duties and Responsibilities of the Executive Planner The duties and responsibilities to be assigned include the following, although this list is not exhaustive and may be reviewed from time to time as organisational needs require: • Conducting site visits and preparing recommendations on assigned planning applications, including applications made directly to An Coimisiún Pleanála where a local authority report is requested • Preparing responses to pre-planning requests and holding pre-planning meetings • Preparing responses to planning appeals, attendance and input at oral hearings as necessary • Carrying out site visits and preparing recommendations in relation to planning enforcement and derelict sites, including attendance at court cases and the giving of evidence • Preparing responses for submissions on compliance with planning conditions • Advising on and preparation of recommendations on ‘Section 5’ and ‘Section 57’ exempted development declaration applications and other declarations as directed • Giving planning advice on the preparation and processing of “Part 8” Local Authority development applications • Undertaking the planning role with respect to environmental reports associated with these specific statutory requirements in development management planning and policy planning • Planning assessment of value and impacts on built heritage associated with both development management and policy planning • Responding to planning queries, completions of returns, etc. from other Council departments and national and regional Government/statutory agencies/external bodies as directed • Carrying out survey work, research, analysis, drafting policies and proposals, preparing written statements and maps, and other work as required on the agreed Development Plan and Forward Planning work programme • Input into the preparation, management and administration of environmental assessments of planning applications and plans/programmes as required • Assistance in organising and facilitating public consultation and participation, including attendance at meetings and other public forums, making presentations and recording and responding to queries • Dealing professionally, courteously and efficiently with queries from members of the public and their agents • Providing a high level of service to public representatives, including attendance at and presentations to the relevant Strategic Policy Committee and at meetings of the Council and Area Committees • Maintaining, managing where required and proactively developing a culture of Health and Safety in the workplace • Engaging in Continuing Professional Development/Training • Incorporating the use of ICT and efficiencies into work practices • Engaging as a member of a team on specific projects, including funding applications and preparation for and attendance at staff meetings • Working in a supervisory role in relation to planning-related areas of work as required • Taking a project management role on strategic planning-related projects as required • Acting or deputising for senior personnel in their absence when required • Undertaking any other duties of a similar level and responsibility as may be required or assigned from time to time COMPLETING A COMPETENCY BASED APPLICATION FORM A Competency Based Application Form requires you, as the candidate, to describe some of your personal achievements to date to demonstrate certain competencies (necessary skills and qualities) required for the position you are applying for. All question areas must be answered, as you will be questioned on all areas should you be called for interview. You should describe situations from your own experience which you think are the best examples of what you have done which demonstrate the specific competency. It is essential that you describe how you demonstrated the skill or quality in question. The examples may be drawn from your experience in various settings, including employment, community, sporting or voluntary. Please do not use the same example to illustrate your answer to more than two areas of competence. Please note the interview board may look for additional examples of where you demonstrated the skills required for the post. Carlow County Council is seeking candidates that demonstrate strong administrative, technical and communication skills. They must also be self-motivated and committed to delivering quality public services. Key competencies for the post have been identified as essential for the role of Executive Planner. These competencies will be assessed under the following five headings: Planning Policy & Practice (Will be assessed at Interview Stage of the Recruitment Process) Experience and detailed knowledge of the practical application of: • Irish Planning Legislation and key relevant European Directives, including associated procedures • Planning issues relevant to County Carlow and its wider region • Historical, emerging and topical planning trends and issues in Ireland • Report writing and communication of a reasoned assessment or recommendation • Health and Safety legislation (fully implement safe systems for working in accordance with Corporate Safety Statement and relevant ancillary safety statement for their work area) Strategic Management & Change • Ensures that ethical governance principles are embedded into the culture, practices and processes of all activities within designated area of responsibility in the wider authority • Understands and adheres to the Code of Conduct for employees and complies with all Council rules, regulations and procedures • Ensures that there is full understanding of and compliance with all Council rules, regulations and procedures for employees within designated area of responsibility • Understands, supports and embeds the principles of diversity • Understands, supports and embeds information and consultation Delivering Results • Problem solving and decision making, particularly in situations of conflicting demands • Organising work programmes and implementing solutions, especially to deadlines • Helping to establish high quality service and customer care standards • Converting operational objectives into specific work plans, programme activities and schedules, taking into account the broader operational plan when setting priorities • Allocating resources across jobs to ensure that priorities are met and that work is executed in the most efficient manner possible to deliver quality work and services Performance Through People • Show visible commitment to the purpose, mission and vision of the organisation • Show motivation and positivity as part of a team • Have effective written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills Personal Effectiveness • Take initiative and be open to taking on new challenges or responsibilities • Manage time and workload effectively • Maintain a positive, constructive and enthusiastic attitude to their role • Understanding the structures and environment within which the local authority sector operates • Knowledge of current local government issues and strategic direction of local government • Political awareness, integrity and public service values PARTICULARS OF OFFICE The Post The post is whole time, permanent and pensionable. The post holder shall not engage in any gainful occupation, other than as an employee of a local authority, to such an extent as to impair the performance of his or her duties as an employee of a local authority or in any occupation which might conflict with the interests of the local authority, or which might be inconsistent with the discharge of his/her duties as a local authority employee. Duties You shall perform such duties as may from time to time be assigned to you in relation to your employment and as may be appropriate to any particular function of any local authority for which the Chief Executive is responsible and carry out such instructions as may be given in relation to the performance of your duties. You shall, if required, act for an employee of a higher level. You may be required to work outside your normal job description from time to time. Salary The scale for the post of the Executive Planner is analogous to the Executive Engineer/Planner (Circular Letter EL 02/2026) as follows: €60,255 – €62,447 – €64,640 – €66,837 – €69,032 – €71,226 – €73,423 – €75,606 – €77,813 – €80,001 – LSI 1 €82,523 – LSI 2 €83,758 Holders of the post will be paid at the appropriate point on the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Department Circular. The starting pay for new entrants will be at the minimum of the scale. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. The holder of the position shall pay to the Local Authority any fees or other monies (other than inclusive salary) payable to or received by such holder by virtue of the position or in respect of services which are required by or under any enactment to perform. Work Base Carlow County Council reserves the right to assign you to any department or premises in use by the Council, now or in the future. Changes in location of employment will not result in payment of disturbance money or other compensation. The person appointed will be required to provide him/herself, at his/her own expense, with the necessary mode of travel to and from work. Working Hours The working hours at present provide for a five day, thirty-five hour working week. Hours may vary from time to time. Carlow County Council operate a flexible time scheme with the earliest starting time of 8.00 a.m. and the latest start time of 10.00 a.m., and the earliest finishing time of 4.00 p.m. and the latest finishing time of 18.00 p.m. A lunch break consisting of a minimum of 30 minutes to a maximum of 2 hours must be taken between 12.30 p.m. and 14.30 p.m. The Flexi Leave Scheme is available on request. Carlow County Council have implemented a Blended Working Policy which may facilitate remote working for certain staff who have in excess of six months’ service with the Council. A copy of the Blended Working Policy is available on request. There may be a requirement to work additional hours from time to time, for which Time in Lieu on a time for time basis will apply. Overtime does not apply to this post. All hours of work will be subject to and recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 and the Organisation of Working Time Act (Regulations) 2001. The working hours may be reviewed at any time by the Council. The post may require flexibility in working outside of normal hours, including at weekends, as necessary. No additional remuneration will be paid in respect of such activities. Residence The holder of the post shall reside in the district in which his/her duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof, as determined by Carlow County Council. References Applicants are required to advise the names of two responsible persons to whom they are well known but not related (at least one of the referees should be an existing or former employer). In advance of any offer of employment, Carlow County Council reserves the right to seek both written and verbal references from current and previous employers, educational institutions or any other organisations with which the candidate has been associated. The Council reserves the right to determine the merit, appropriateness and relevance of such references and referees. Probation Where a person who is not already a permanent employee of a Local Authority is employed, the following provisions shall apply: (a) There shall be a period after such employment takes effect during which such person shall hold such position on probation. (b) Such period shall be one year, but the Chief Executive may, at his or her discretion, extend such period. (c) Such person will cease to hold such position 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. (d) The period at (a) above may be terminated on giving one week’s notice as per the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts. (e) There may be assessments during the probationary period. Health For the purposes of satisfying the requirement as to health, it will be necessary for each successful candidate, before he/she is appointed, to undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the local authority. Annual Leave The current annual leave entitlement is 30 days. Granting annual leave, payment for annual leave and arrangement for public holidays will be governed by the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 (as amended).
Assistant Chief Fire Officer
General Information County Leitrim, located in the North West of Ireland, has a growing economy, picturesque landscape, vibrant communities and a strong arts and cultural sector. Leitrim County Council’s vision is to build an economically strong, creative, inclusive county, making Leitrim the best place to live, work, invest and visit. Key to the achievement of our priorities and objectives is a skilled and committed workforce, supported by enabling technologies, efficient work processes and learning and development opportunities. We are committed to the training, support and encouragement of our staff, and we offer benefits across family friendly initiatives, personal development and wellbeing of staff. The Role Leitrim County Council invites applications from suitably qualified persons who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which permanent vacancies for the position of Assistant Chief Fire Officer (ACFO) may be filled. The Assistant Chief Fire Officer will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team within the Emergency Services Department. The person appointed will work under the direction and control of the Chief Fire Officer or such other officer as may be designated by the Chief Executive. The duties shall be such as may be assigned to the officer from time to time by the local authority and shall include the duty of deputising for other officers of the local authority, when required, and such duties as may be assigned to him/her in relation to the area of any other local authority. Assistant Chief Fire Officers are key members of staff responsible for the delivery of public safety services. Assistant Chief Fire Officers are required to be a team player in any of the main disciplines of Leitrim County Fire Service: Operations, Prevention, Major Emergency Management, Building Control and Civil Defence. As an Assistant Chief Fire Officer, the successful candidate will have an important role in the management of staff. The Qualifications 1. Character Each candidate must be of good character. 2. Health Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. New entrants to the fire service must be medically fit to undertake operational training associated with fire services work. Meet the provisions of “Medical Standards for Recruit Retained Fire-Fighters” published by the Local Government Management Agency 3. Citizenship Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: i. A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or ii. A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or iii. A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or iv. 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 v. 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 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 the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. 4. Education, Training, Experience, etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms for the office: (a) Hold, in the National Framework of Qualifications: (i) A degree at Level 8 in engineering, architecture or other building construction related discipline, or (ii) A professional qualification equivalent to one of the foregoing awarded by the relevant professional body, or (iii) A degree at Level 8 in a science or technology related discipline including physics, chemistry, environmental or computer science, information communications technology, or a fire related discipline including fire safety, emergency management or emergency services, or (iv) A degree at Level 8 together with a Level 9 qualification in a fire related discipline including fire safety, emergency management or emergency services. (b) Have a satisfactory knowledge of one or more of the following: Principles and practices of fire safety Fire service operations Major emergency management Technological and industrial processes Telecommunications and information technology (c) Have at least five (5) years satisfactory relevant experience, including adequate experience in at least one of the areas specified at (b) above. (d) Have a high standard of training in one or more of the areas specified in (b) above and, in the case of a new entrant to the fire service, successfully complete basic fire-fighting training and Breathing Apparatus Initial Wearers Course before the expiry of the probation period. (e) Be competent to perform efficiently the duties of the office and possess the appropriate qualities. Notes • Candidates must submit a copy of educational qualifications meeting the requirements of 4(a) above with their application. • Applications received without the necessary documentation will be deemed ineligible and will not be considered further. • Non-Irish qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications. Foreign language qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. Candidates must also hold a current valid and unendorsed driving licence in respect of category B vehicles or equivalent in the EU Model Driving Licence and must advise if this is not the case. A copy of licence must be submitted with your application. The Ideal Candidate Shall Have • A career record that demonstrates satisfactory relevant experience. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills. • The ability to plan and prioritise work effectively and to work under pressure (both independently and as part of a team). • The ability to work across functions/departments and with multidisciplinary teams. • The capability to work in an inter-agency environment and with internal and external stakeholders. • Demonstrable good professional judgement and decision making/problem solving skills. • Effective written and verbal communication skills with experience in the preparation and presentation of technical reports. • A good knowledge of Building Control Legislation and Regulations. • A good knowledge and awareness of Health and Safety Legislation and Regulations, the implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace. • Strong ICT skills. • A good knowledge and understanding of current fire service developments and how local authorities operate. Competencies for the Post Management & Change ▪ Can translate corporate policies and objectives into operational plans and outputs. ▪ Displays the ability to think and act strategically. ▪ Demonstrates innovation and creativity to secure successful outcomes. ▪ Has a clear understanding of the political reality and context of the organisation. ▪ Develops and maintains positive, productive and beneficial working relationships with a range of stakeholders. ▪ Builds networks of technical and professional contacts. ▪ Fully implements safe systems of working in line with Safety Management System. ▪ Effectively manages the introduction of change and overcomes resistance to change. Delivering Results ▪ Contributes to operational plans and develops team plans in line with priorities and actions for their area of operations. ▪ Plans and prioritises work and resources effectively. ▪ Establishes high quality service and customer care standards. ▪ Can pinpoint critical information and can address issues logically. ▪ Understands the context and impact of decisions made. ▪ Makes timely, informed and effective decisions and shows good judgement and balance in making decisions and recommendations. ▪ Promotes the achievement of quality outcomes in delivering services. ▪ Evaluates outcomes, identifies learning and implements improvements required. Leading, Motivating & Managing Performance ▪ Leads, motivates and engages others to achieve quality results. ▪ Builds and leads positive, diverse and productive sections/units and teams effectively. ▪ Leads by example in terms of commitment, flexibility and a strong customer service ethos. ▪ Effectively manages performance including underperformance or conflict. ▪ Empowers and encourages people to deliver their part of the operational plan. ▪ Recognises the value of and requirement to communicate effectively with all employees. ▪ Has highly effective verbal and written communication skills and good interpersonal skills. ▪ Presents ideas clearly and effectively to individuals and groups. Personal Effectiveness ▪ Demonstrates an understanding of the role of Assistant Chief Fire Officer in the local authority context. ▪ Demonstrates the range and depth of professional and technical experience, specialist knowledge and training relevant to the role. ▪ Keeps up to date with current developments, trends and best practice in their area of responsibility. ▪ Maintains a positive, constructive and enthusiastic attitude to their role. ▪ Takes initiative and seeks opportunities to exceed goals. ▪ Is self-motivated and persistent when faced with difficulties and obstacles. ▪ Manages time and workload effectively. ▪ Has a strong knowledge and understanding in relation to statutory obligations of Health and Safety legislation and its application in the workplace. The Principal Terms & Conditions The post is whole time, permanent and pensionable and will be based in the Fire Service Headquarters, Carrick on Shannon, County Leitrim. 1. Duties The duties of an Assistant Chief Fire Officer are to give to the local authority and: (a) Such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Act 2001 and Local Government Reform Act 2014, is Chief Executive, and (b) To any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in sub-paragraph (a) of this paragraph, under the direction and supervision of the appropriate professional employee, such fire or ancillary services of an advisory, supervisory or executive nature as may be required. These duties shall include assisting the appropriate Senior Fire Officers in the supervision of engineering, fire or cognate services. The successful candidate may also be required to act for higher-ranking officers when necessary. Holders of the post will be required to perform duties in relation to Fire Operation, Fire Prevention, Emergency Management, Civil Defence and Building Control as assigned, and such other duties as may be assigned from time to time. Holders of the post will undergo such training as it is considered appropriate to the performance of the duties of the post and will be expected to conduct in a competent manner the following activities: • Management of Fire Service operational activities in accordance with Fire Service Operational Plan. • Inspections in accordance with the Fire Service Act 1981 & 2003, Building Control Act 1990, and Leitrim County Council’s Community Fire Safety Policy (including during performance inspections), and give evidence in court where required. • Give advice and talks on fire safety to all members of our community, which may be out of normal working hours. • Issue enforcement notices as an authorised officer in accordance with the Fire Service Act 1981 & 2003 and attend and give evidence in court where appropriate. • Attend incidents as an authorised Rostered Senior Fire Officer, drill nights and exercises out of normal working hours. • Validate and process Commencement Notices, Fire Safety Certificates, Disability Access Certificates and Certificates of Compliance on Completion in accordance with the Building Control Regulations 1977 - 2014. • Compilation of information and reporting on inspections, fire service training and operational activity, fleet management and requirements of the Health, Safety & Welfare Act 2005 as amended. • Continuous improvement, review and implementation of Leitrim County Council’s Major Emergency Management Plan and associated guidance documents/protocols in line with the National Framework for Major Emergency Management. • Implementation of the Council’s Safety Management System, including health and safety inspections. • Such other duties and responsibilities appropriate to the grade as may be assigned from time to time. Rostering Agreement The terms of the Senior Fire Officer Rostering Agreement 1996 (or as amended) will apply to this employment, and the successful candidate will be required to participate in the Operational Senior Fire Officers Roster. Prior to entry on the roster, the holder of the position will be required to demonstrate relevant experience, in addition to successfully completing the following training: • QQI Accredited Firefighting Skills course • QQI Accredited Using Breathing Apparatus (Initial Wearer) course • QQI Accredited Using Breathing Apparatus (Compartment Fire Behaviour Training) course • National Incident Command Course • NDFEM Managing Fire Service Incidents, Module 2 Course 2. Salary The salary scale for the position of Assistant Chief Fire Officer (analogous to the Executive Engineer Grade) will be within the range (scale effective 1st February 2026): €60,255 - €62,447 - €64,640 - €66,837 - €69,032 - €71,226 - €73,423 - €75,606 - €77,813 - €80,001 - €82,523 (LSI 1) - €83,758 (LSI 2) Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with relevant Departmental Circulars. Offers of appointment to persons who are not serving local authority employees will be based on the minimum of this scale. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The holder of the post shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than his/her inclusive salary) payable to or received by him/her by virtue of the post or in respect of any services which he/she is required by or under any enactment to perform. 3. Residence The holder of the post shall reside in the district in which his or her duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof and will be required to serve in the Local Authority’s Offices or wherever assigned by the Local Authority. The holder of the post will be based in Fire Service Headquarters, Carrick on Shannon, County Leitrim. Leitrim County Council reserves the right to, at any time, re-assign an employee to any Department now or in the future. Leitrim County Council also reserves the right to assign an employee to any base or to any premises in use by the Council now or in the future. 4. Probation All contracts will be subject to a probationary period, during which the performance of the successful applicant will be regularly evaluated. Where a person is permanently appointed to Leitrim County Council, the following provisions shall apply: (a) There shall be a period after appointment takes effect, during which such a person shall hold the position on probation. (b) Such period shall be one year, but the Chief Executive may, at his/her discretion, extend such period. (c) Such a person shall cease to hold the position at the end of the period of probation, unless during this period the Chief Executive has certified that the service is satisfactory. (d) There will be ongoing assessments during the probationary period. Employment may be terminated by either party during probation or at the end of the probationary period on one week’s notice. 5. Health For the purpose of satisfying the requirement as to health, it will be necessary for each successful candidate, before he/she is appointed, to undergo a medical examination/assessment by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the local authority. New entrants to the fire service must be medically fit to undertake operational training associated with fire services work. 1 Meet the provisions of “Medical Standards for Recruit Retained Fire-Fighters” published by the Local Government Management Agency 6. Annual Leave The annual leave entitlement for this post will be 30 days per annum. The annual leave year coincides with the calendar year, i.e. January to December. 7. Working Hours The successful candidate’s normal hours of work will be 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The post requires flexibility in working outside of normal hours, including attendance at evening/weekend training duties, etc., as necessary. The Council reserves the right to alter hours of work from time to time. All hours of work will be subject to and recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 and the Organisation of Working Time Act (Regulations) 2001. Candidates will be required to participate in the Operational Senior Fire Officers Roster in accordance with the 1996 Rostering Agreement (or as amended). 8. Superannuation All new entrants to pensionable public service employment on or after 1st January 2013 will be members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. All members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will be required to contribute 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration plus 3% of pensionable remuneration. Pension and retirement lump sums for members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will be based on career-average pay; pensions will be co-ordinated with the State Pension Contribution Scheme. Persons who are pensionable under the Local Government (Superannuation) (Consolidation) Scheme 1998, and are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution, will be required in respect of superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration. You will also be required, in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Children’s Contributory Pension) Scheme, to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the Scheme. Persons who become pensionable officers of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of his/her superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of pensionable remuneration. You may also be required to pay Spouses and Children/Widows and Orphans contributions at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration. 9. Retirement Age The Single Public Service Pension Scheme (“Single Scheme”), as provided by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012, commenced with effect from 1st January 2013. The Act introduced new retirement provisions for new entrants to the public service appointed on or after 1st January 2013, as well as to former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks. In accordance with Circular Letter 24/2020, Single Pension Scheme members’ normal retirement age will be in line with the age of eligibility for the State Pension (Contributory). Compulsory retirement age will be 70. 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, had been subject to a compulsory retirement age of 65 years. The Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act 2018 provides for an increase in the compulsory retirement age of most pre-2004 public servants from age 65 to age 70.
