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Main purpose of the role: Responsible for the preparation of high quality hot and cold deli products and for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. The ideal candidate will have/be:
Trainee Optical Assistant
Are you a caring individual looking to continue your career as an Optical Assistant? You’ve come to the right place. We’re looking for passionate, hard-workers with some previous optical experience ready to confidently welcome and help customers as they walk through our doors. And once you’ve found your feet as an Optical Assistant, you won’t just have to stop there. We have plenty of professional training and development in other business areas, as well as the support of experienced Opticians and Technicians supporting you on your journey. So whatever you want your career to look like, you can bring it to life at Specsavers. What’s on Offer? As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy.
Assistant Principal Officer
The Role Assistant Principal Officer is a senior managerial grade in the Civil Service and is a critical leadership role in implementing government policy in the economic, financial, international, environmental and/or social arenas. While the responsibilities and key deliverables for the role of Assistant Principal Officer in the Civil Service will vary depending on the sector and Department/Office in which the vacancy arises, they generally include: • Policy and strategy formulation on complex issues. • Shaping fiscally sustainable policy solutions to promote economic and employment growth and effective social policies. • Engaging effectively with diverse audiences and stakeholders including Ministers, senior civil servants and the wider political system, including on cross-governmental issues. • Providing high-quality budgeting advice and ensuring delivery against fiscal targets. • Planning and organisation of significant programmes of work in a pressurised environment, within tight deadlines. • Leading, managing and developing staff to achieve high levels of performance. • Participation in and leadership of cross-cutting projects to deliver whole-of-Government objectives. • Providing leadership, strategic direction and innovation in advancing the reform agenda, including the delivery of action plans under Civil Service Renewal 2030 and Better Public Services 2030. • Representing Ireland’s interests at EU and international level. Please note that the above list of responsibilities is not exhaustive. Selection for the position of Assistant Principal Officer involves a structured assessment process that may take place over a period of time. publicjobs will keep applicants informed as they progress through the selection process and relevant information on each subsequent stage of the selection process will be provided in advance to those candidates who are invited to progress, to ensure they are equipped to perform to the best of their ability. Essential Entry Requirements Candidates must, on or before the closing date of Thursday, 18 June 2026: Have significant management experience at an appropriate level, including leading teams and managing stakeholders; and Have significant experience of some or all of the following: • People management • Project management • Managing budgets • Delivery of programmes • Strategic and change management; and Demonstrate that they possess the key skills and capabilities identified for effective performance at this level as set out at Appendix 1. These include: • Building Future Readiness • Leading & Empowering • Evidence Informed Delivery • Communicating and Collaborating In the case of those candidates who express an interest in an Irish-speaking position as functional bilingual, such candidates must achieve the required level in the Irish language, i.e. demonstrate a minimum Level B2 on the Europass self-assessment framework. Desirable • A third-level educational qualification in a relevant discipline(s) commensurate with the role. Eligibility may not be confirmed until the final stage of the process. Therefore, candidates who do not possess the essential requirements on or by the dates specified, and proceed with their application, are putting themselves to unnecessary effort and expense and will not be offered a position from this competition. The onus is on the candidate to ensure they fulfil the eligibility requirements as set out. publicjobs reserves the right to deem an applicant ineligible at any stage if it is apparent that the candidate does not hold the required eligibility from the submitted application form. Candidates who come under consideration following the final selection stage will be required to provide documentary evidence of their eligibility, including qualifications. An invitation to tests, interview or any element of the selection process is not acceptance of eligibility. The Selection Process The selection process for this competition will comprise a number of elements. publicjobs has the discretion to add, remove or amend selection stages and assessments at any point, as necessary. Applicants must successfully complete each stage of the selection process in order to be considered for advancement to the next stage of the multi-stage selection process. The number to be invited forward at each stage will be determined from time to time by publicjobs. More detailed information will be made available to the relevant candidates if they are invited to progress through the process. publicjobs will not be responsible for refunding any expenses incurred by candidates. Successful candidates will be placed on a panel from which future vacancies may be filled. If publicjobs is not notified of any issues you experience in advance of or on the day of your assessments/interview, they will not be in a position to address these after the fact. Please Note This competition is being conducted in conjunction with an interdepartmental promotional competition for this grade for eligible serving civil servants. Existing eligible civil servants are permitted to apply and to sit the selection tests, interviews, etc., only once even if applying for both competitions. Irrespective of which streams you have applied for, you may only sit the various stages of the selection process once. The scores you achieve will carry across both streams for which you applied, and for which you come under consideration. Stage 1: Online Assessment The initial stage of the selection process will be online assessments. Online assessments may be taken in a venue of your choice, wherever you have access to a computer and a reliable internet connection. It is important to note that taking these assessments within a secure IT network, e.g. a network such as your workplace or college which may have firewalls or other security technology in place, may cause technical difficulties. You should ensure that you can complete the assessments in a quiet environment where you can concentrate without being disturbed for the duration of the assessments. It is advised to take the assessments on a device that you are familiar with. Candidates invited to complete the online assessment(s) will be sent a familiarisation booklet with more information and preparation guidelines. It is important to note that the email address you provide when applying must be one that you can access at all times. Candidates will be given specific time windows in which to complete the Assistant Principal Officer assessments. A link(s) to the actual online assessment(s) will be sent to candidates’ portals on publicjobs.ie in advance of the test-taking window. Candidates who have not completed all of the online assessments before the deadline will be deemed to be no longer interested in this competition and their application will receive no further consideration. Your attention is drawn to Appendix 2, "Important Information". If invited to progress through the selection process, a candidate may be required to sit tests in a supervised environment. publicjobs has no function or involvement in the provision of, and does not endorse, any preparation courses relating to the selection process. Stage 2: Shortlisting The number of applications received for a position generally exceeds that required to fill existing and future vacancies. While a candidate may meet the eligibility requirements of the competition, if the numbers applying are such that it would not be practical to interview everyone, publicjobs may decide that a smaller number will be invited to the next stage of the selection process. publicjobs provides for the employment of a shortlisting process to select a group who, based on an examination of the application forms, appear to be the most suitable for the position. This is not to suggest that other candidates are necessarily unsuitable or incapable of undertaking the job. Rather, there are some candidates who, based on their application, appear to be better qualified and/or have more relevant experience. During shortlisting, an expert board will examine the application forms against agreed shortlisting criteria which are based on the requirements of the position. The standard of content of each application submitted may also be assessed during this process. The shortlisting criteria may include both essential and desirable criteria specified for the position and, therefore, it is in your own interest to provide a detailed and accurate account of your qualifications and experience in your application. The onus is on candidates to complete the application form fully and accurately. In competitions involving large numbers of candidates, applicants may be ranked on the outcome of their online assessment tests and shortlisted in accordance with their ranking. Applicants must successfully complete and achieve a sufficiently high ranking to be considered for advancement to the next stage of the multi-stage selection process. The number to be invited forward at each stage will be determined from time to time by publicjobs. Stage 3: Interview and Practical Exercise The final stage of the selection process will consist of an interview based on the Assistant Principal Officer Capability Framework and an additional Practical Exercise which will take place alongside the main interview. The additional Practical Exercise will assess key skills and capabilities relevant to the Assistant Principal Officer role, for example analysis, presentation and written skills. Further details will be provided in advance to candidates invited to attend the final stage. Please note it is anticipated that the final stage of the selection process will be held in person at the publicjobs office, Chapter House, Abbey Street, Dublin 1. Making a Complaint under Section 8 A candidate may believe there was a breach of the Commission’s Code of Practice by publicjobs that may have compromised the integrity of the decision reached in the appointment process. The complaints process enables candidates to make a complaint under Section 8 to publicjobs in the first instance, and subsequently to the Commission for Public Service Appointments on appeal if they remain dissatisfied. Following a Section 8 complaint process, either publicjobs or the CPSA may find that the recruitment and selection process in question has not adhered to the standards set out in the Code of Practice. In such cases, publicjobs and the CPSA may make recommendations to prevent similar issues from occurring in the future. The CPSA cannot instruct publicjobs to reverse a decision taken during an appointment process. Any candidate wishing for an investigation into a decision regarding their application as part of a selection process should request a Review under Section 7, as outlined above. The complainant must: • Outline the facts they believe show that the process followed was incorrect. • Identify the aspect of the Code they believe has been infringed. • Enclose any relevant documentation that may support the allegation. A complaint may be dismissed if the complainant cannot support their allegations by setting out how publicjobs has fallen short of the principles of the Code. The Informal Complaint will consist of a desk-based examination of any available information relating to the recruitment process. The outcome of the Informal Complaint will be communicated to the requester in writing. • An Informal Complaint must be made within five working days of notification of the decision and will normally take place between the candidate and a representative of publicjobs who played a key role in the administration of the selection process. • Where a candidate remains dissatisfied following such informal communication, they may adopt the formal procedures set out below. A Formal Complaint must be made within five working days of either the notification of the selection decision or the notification of the outcome of the Informal Complaint. Any extension of these time limits will only be granted in the most exceptional circumstances and will be at the sole discretion of the Chief Executive. • The candidate must address their concerns in writing to the Chief Executive (via email to ceomailbox@publicjobs.ie or in writing to Chief Executive Officer, publicjobs, Chapter House, 26/30 Abbey Street Upper, Dublin 1), outlining the facts that they believe show an action taken or decision reached was incorrect. • The Formal Complaint will be investigated by a person who is completely independent of the selection process. • The outcome of the Formal Complaint will generally be notified to the candidate within 25 working days of receipt of the request for review. If the investigation does not produce a decision within this time, publicjobs must keep the candidate informed of the status of the review and the reasons for the delay.
Senior Executive Technician
The Position The Council now invites applications from suitably qualified persons who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which permanent and fixed term contract posts for the position of Senior Executive Technician across different functions. Assignments for this role may be in Roads, Housing, Capital Projects and Planning. The Senior Executive Technician is a senior technical post and the duties associated with this role require a high level of technical knowledge. The Senior Executive Technician will be required to lead a team and to liaise with external agencies and support service areas within the Local Authority. Duties & Responsibilities • Provide technical services relevant to the area of responsibility to which he/she has been assigned, including site inspection, site surveying, creation of drawings and graphics, report writing and such other duties associated with a drawing office; • Operating the appropriate technology as required to carry out the work to which he/she has been assigned, e.g. CAD, Graphics, GIS Software such as ESRI/ArcGIS, Autodesk’s AutoCAD and/or MicroStation CAD software, Microsoft Office Suite of Applications, especially Access, Excel and PowerPoint; • Knowing and understanding regulations and their implications for the organisation and employees and their implication in the workplace; • Work as part of a dynamic technical team; • Liaise with other departments, members of the public and external agencies in relation to operational aspects of assigned work; • Manage a team including: prioritising work as determined by the Head of Department including the allocation of work to ensure effective and efficient delivery of programmes; • Preparation of public consultation display material and assistance at public consultation; • Manage work flows and producing regular progress reports on all aspects of area of responsibility; • Mentor and coach Technicians Grade II and Executive Technicians; • Contribute to individual staff development, personal development and team development initiatives; • Carry out site visits and preparing recommendations in relation to planning enforcement including attendance at court cases and the giving of evidence; • Prepare estimates for future projects and works; • Site surveying and setting out using GPS, total stations, automatic levels for use in the preparation of preliminary design plans, detail design drawings and setting out files; • Work with other departments and stakeholders (e.g. District Engineers, Water, Environment), other bodies (e.g. Uisce Éireann, The Office of the Ombudsman), developers, Elected Members and the public; • Carry out all responsibilities in relation to health and safety including risk assessments. The post holder may be required to perform duties appropriate to the post, other than those detailed above, and to take instructions from and report to an appropriate Officer or such duties as designated from time to time. Qualifications for the Post Character Candidates shall 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. 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 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 Candidates must have on the latest date of receipt of completed application forms: (a) have satisfactory experience, in a technician post at Grade I or higher level or in an analogous post under a local authority or health board in the State; (b) have at least seven years satisfactory relevant experience in a technician post at Grade II or higher level or an analogous post; (c) have a thorough knowledge of all the technical aspects of local authority work and a deeper knowledge of at least one relevant section of the work and possess such training or experience as would enable them to take charge of such a section of the work; (d) have adequate experience in dealing with other departments within their own organisations and with other bodies; (e) have adequate experience in the direction, supervision, and control of staff; and (f) possess technical training and experience of a high standard and adequate administrative ability. Non-Irish qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications. Overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. The onus is on the candidate to ensure that the relevant qualification is listed on their application form and to submit all relevant educational qualifications. DRIVING LICENCE / TRAVEL The holder of the office will be required to hold a valid Irish/EU full driving licence for Class B vehicles or a licence acceptable to NDLS for exchange, free from endorsement and disqualification. They must be a competent driver and shall drive a motor car in the course of his/her duties and, for this purpose, provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the Local Authority. The Local Authority must be indemnified on their insurance. NDLS Driving Licence Exchange Information Desirables It is desirable that candidates will demonstrate through their application form and at the interview the following: • Excellent communication, interpersonal skills and people skills; • Experience in GIS Software such as ESRI ArcGIS and satisfactory IT skills; • Relevant experience in AutoCAD, Autoturn, Keylines and Keysigns software; • Knowledge of the MapRoad Pavement Management System, Prime 2, PSCI rating; • Have knowledge of the technical aspects of local authority work and in particular the design of transportation projects, taking-in-charge and/or enforcement and possess such training and experience that would enable them to take charge of such projects in the office or on site; • Be self-motivated with a record of demonstrating initiative and judgement in the role; • Possess satisfactory knowledge of health and safety and carry out all responsibilities in relation to Health and Safety matters; • Ability to supervise contractors on site to ensure that all works are undertaken as per specification and in compliance with design and contract requirements; • Represent Westmeath County Council at meetings when required; • Have knowledge of the Road Schedule and how to keep it updated; • Possess excellent knowledge of construction. The candidate should have the ability to survey and monitor developments through the course of construction from a planning and technical compliance perspective. The Post A panel will be formed for an initial period of one year and this may be extended for a further year at the discretion of the Chief Executive. The panel may be used to fill permanent and fixed-term positions that may arise for its duration. Vacancies will be offered in order of merit as per the panel. Vacancies may arise on a county-wide basis. Westmeath County Council reserves the right to assign employees to any work location having regard to funding and/or operational circumstances. Salary The current salary for the post of Senior Executive Technician is €55,622 – €66,993 per annum (including Long Service Increments) as per Circular EL 02/2026. Payment of increments is dependent on satisfactory performance. Entry point of this scale will be determined in accordance with the Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Planning, Community and Local Government. New entrants to the Local Authority Service commence on the first point of the scale in accordance with current Government Policy as set out in Department of the Environment Circular Letter EL 02/2011 of 28 January 2011 and Circular EL 05/2016 dated 5 February 2016. Remuneration is paid fortnightly by PayPath directly to the employee’s nominated bank account. The current pay cycle may be revised during the period of employment. Remuneration is subject to all statutory deductions, e.g. PAYE and PRSI. Increments are paid annually subject to satisfactory attendance, conduct and performance and national agreements. Increments may be withheld if performance, attendance and/or conduct are not satisfactory. You agree that, in the event of an overpayment of salary or other monies to you, the Council reserves the right to deduct monies from your “wages” (for the purposes of the Payment of Wages Act, 1991) for the purpose of reimbursement of the Council of the amount of the overpayment(s), in keeping with the Payment of Wages Act 1991, Section 5(5).
Accommodation Development Officer
1st floor, Market House, Pearse Street, Mullingar, Co. Westmeath, N91 PW95 4th Floor Mathew House, Fr. Mathew Street, Street, Cork, T12 TN56 3rd Floor Crescent House, Hartstonge Street, Limerick, V94 K35Y Áras Reddan, Temple Street, Sligo, F91 RX45 Áras Fáilte, 88-95 Amiens Street, Dublin 1, D01 WR86 Vacancy Description Officer, Accommodation Development Level 4 Temporary, Specified Purpose Contract, Full-Time * The specific purpose of the contract is to cover a maternity leave Job Purpose This role sits within Fáilte Ireland’s Sector Development Directorate and plays a key role in supporting the growth of sustainable tourist accommodation across all accommodation types. The successful candidate will support the Accommodation Development team in delivering its work programme, contributing to the development of a high-quality, sustainable tourist accommodation sector in Ireland. The role is to provide support to the Accommodation Development Manager as well as the wider Accommodation Development Team. Job Description Primary Objectives/Key Responsibilities: Accommodation Development Office Location and Blended Working: We do not ask for addresses as part of the application process, however it is the responsibility of the candidate to acknowledge the base location of the role. The successful candidate must regularly work from and attend the base office location of the role Please note: Remote working from outside the State is not permitted other than in exceptional circumstances. As this role is within the Irish public service, the post-holder must carry out a minimum of 80% of their working time within the State (Republic of Ireland). Candidates who reside in Northern Ireland must be able to meet this requirement. Selection Process: Shortlisting will be based on applications and the selection process may involve two competency based interviews. A panel of successful candidates may be formed following the selection process. Interview Attendance Requirement: Candidates must be available to attend an in-person interview at the location and date specified by Fáilte Ireland. Please note that the location of the interview may vary from the base location of the role. Fáilte Ireland is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace which values and benefits from the diversity of the workforce. We encourage you to reach out to us directly at recruitment@failteireland.ie should you require assistance or reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process.
Assistant Manager
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the store operates efficiently and effectively and provide our customers with the very best customer service and fresh food offering at all times in a clean, safe environment. To deliver on key store targets (sales and profitability) through effective management of people and operations. The ideal candidate will have/be: 2 years€,, experience in a relevant position is desirable Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) Experience balancing cash/tills Excellent communication skills Good delegation skills Highly driven with a strong work ethic An understanding of how to achieve KPIs and targets Commerciality and brand awareness Passion for grocery retail Thrive in a fast-paced working environment. Main duties: Actively live Centra brand-values i.e. Proud, Energetic, Imaginative and Community-Based Set, monitor and achieve sales targets with the team on gross profit margin, net margin, waste and other KPIs as agreed with Store Manager Implement planograms correctly and ensure the correct range is in place in store Merchandise and present the store to the highest standard Approachable and a role model who leads by example and encourages teamwork and fosters a positive attitude and atmosphere in the workplace Ability to develop and promote good communication between employees and management in a safe, respectful and inclusive environment Support Store Manager in the development and training of the team and in ensuring the smooth running of the store Manage employee performance, giving regular feedback, recognition and encouragement Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy Understand achieving margins in all departments Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
Supervisor
Main purpose of the role: Manage and motivate your team, ensuring the store operates efficiently and effectively and to provide our customers with the very best customer service experience at all times. The ideal candidate will have/be: 2 years€,, experience in a customer service facing role is desirable Excellent communication skills The ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment, ability to multi task under pressure The ability to organise work, delegate responsibilities and support team members in the store. Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Be approachable and a role model who leads by example and encourages teamwork and a positive attitude in the workplace Set the standard for other employees in relation to rotation, merchandising and facing off Assist in the induction, training and development of employees Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
Staff Nurse
STAFF NURSE WESTMEATH RESIDENTIAL SERVICES - Full Time Permanent Informal enquiries to: Amy Flynn, Area Leader- 087-3707744 We are continuously growing and looking for talented and enthusiastic Nurses to join our team. An exciting opportunity has arisen within our organisation for a Staff Nurse (RNID) to join our Adult Residential Services in Longford/Westmeath Residential Services. This post will enable the successful candidate to make a lasting impression on people’s lives while enhancing their own clinical skills. As a dynamic and ever-changing organisation, we provide many opportunities for promotion and progression within the service. We expect and are happy to assist with Continued Professional Development. This exciting role will involve working with many other disciplines as part of a wider team that promotes positive risk management, inclusion in all aspects of society, and attention to the will and preference of the people we support. Report writing is computerised and all care documentation is recorded and stored electronically so a working knowledge of technology is desirable. The ideal candidate for this role should have a strong interest in supporting adults with intellectual disabilities and/ or autism. Experience in the disability sector is preferred including behaviours of concern, community integration and person- centred planning. Requirements: On the live register of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland, RNID or awaiting registration. Excellent Communication Skills to include Leadership, Mentoring, Support and Supervision. Knowledge of HIQA standards. Knowledge of Safeguarding and Protection of Vulnerable Adults. Excellent, interpersonal, organisational, logistical and IT skills. Flexibility within the roster. A full current licence to drive a manual vehicle in Ireland. Suitability as outlined in the introduction to the role. Experience working alone with vulnerable adults. Empathetic, approachable and respectful with a positive attitude. Please note that the successful candidates will be required to be available for any of day, weekend, waking night duty and/or ‘sleep-over / over-night’ shifts. In addition, we require staff members to be willing to work alone in the residents’ homes and to be flexible to work across all residents’ homes in the area, moving location as priorities change. Closing Date for receipt of completed applications: 23rd June 5.00 pm
Mobile Caretaker / Maintenance Technician
The Lunch Bag is hiring a Mobile Caretaker / Maintenance Technicia n to support our growing hot school meals programme across County Cork. This is a full-time, field-based role suited to someone practical, reliable, and comfortable working independently. You’ll travel between schools helping install, maintain, and support kitchen equipment used in our hot food service. What we do At The Lunch Bag, we're pioneering a tradition that paves the way for a healthier future. Our goal is to ensure that every child in selected schools across Ireland has access to a free, wholesome, hot meal every day. With the recent government funding allocation for school meals, we're committed to making this vision a reality. So, what’s the job? We are seeking to expand our road support team to ensure our schools are ready to begin their new hot food service and maintain the standards thereafter. Your role will include: You will earn €33,000 per year.
Chief Operations Officer
Role Requirement 1 Operations & Service Excellence CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
