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Part of Grafton Group Plc, Chadwicks Group is the market leader in the builder’s merchanting industry in the Republic of Ireland. The core business is through the traditional Builders Merchants division. Main brands include Chadwicks, Cork Builders Providers, Davies & Telfords. In addition, and through organic growth and acquisitions the Group have established a range of brands which are close to the core but offer a uniquely different range of products. These include Heitons Steel, Panelling Centre, Morgans Timber, Proline, Sitetech & Rooney’s Hardware. Principle Objective As Credit Controller you will support the Branch Manager and Credit Controller by providing efficient and accurate administrative support within the parameters of the Group Credit Policy. Knowledge & Experience Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Chadwicks Group we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles”.
Chef
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the food production area operates efficiently and effectively at all times and provide our customers with excellent products. The ideal candidate will have/be: 1 years€,, experience in a Supervisor/Manager role is desirable 2 years` experience in a role with an indept experience to fresh food Experience in successfully achieving sales targets and KPIs Fully trained in HACCP and food safety, and has experience in meeting the HACCP and food safety requirements Experience in ordering for deli departments and managing waste within a fresh food department Stocktaking experience Ability to roster and adhere to budgets Have a true passion for the food industry and, as such, be creative and innovative with the fresh offering Customer focused and can build a quality and loyal customer base The ability to inspire, lead and motivate employees through support and development. Main duties: Actively live Centra brand-values i.e. Proud, Energetic, Imaginative and Community-Based Cook, prepare and display the food throughout the day Oversee and ensure the smooth running of food production operations Carry out stock takes and work out the cost price for product and portion control Assess how the work is organised and delegate accordingly Finish all orders to the highest standard Attend regular management meetings as required and work to implement a programme of continuous improvement in line with these meeting actions Assist in the induction, training and development of staff in the food production area Attend any training or development programmes as directed by store management.
Payroll Specialist
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Payroll Specialist to join our team. This role is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll across our operations, ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements and internal policies. The successful candidate will work closely with HR, Finance and store management to support payroll operations in a fast-paced environment. Main Duties/Responsibilities: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Online Order Packer
Description: An opportunity has arisen for a position within an existing team in our Online Department. The role will be in order packaging, which will work alongside order dispatch/order picking. This is a Full Time/Seasonal position 5 over 7 days. This position will have an end date of Friday 8th January 2027 Responsibilities: · Controlling and monitoring of packaging stock levels where applicable. · Working with a small online order dispatch team · Checking off all orders to our Company high standards. · Working with our stock control team when needed · Maintaining cleanliness of equipment and work area · Basic admin including the checking of orders/stock & shipping information · Product labelling and inspection of final product before shipping as per company standard. Requirements · This person must have a basic understanding of how a dispatch system operates and basic competency in IT Systems. · Good attention to detail, accuracy and adhering to Avoca’s high standard of service. · Must be a team player. · Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Online Stock Controller
The opportunity has arisen for a full-time Online Stock Controller to work in Avoca Kilmacanogue, Co. Wicklow. This is a full-time permanent position with an immediate start, reporting to the Online Fulfillment Manager. Responsibilities CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Retail Manager
Avoca operates in 13 locations across the country. After all this time, the ethos of Avoca remains the same. We cherish our time-honoured traditions, which have been lovingly passed down through several generations. Our skills might be steeped in a long and rich tradition, but our attitude is to look to the future. We are now heralded as one of Ireland’s most exciting retail stores, with a host of award-winning cafes, restaurants and food markets crammed with artisanal ingredients from near and far. Avoca is seeking a passionate and commercially driven Retail Manager to lead our Kilmacanogue store. This is a fantastic opportunity for a retail professional who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment and is eager to make a meaningful impact in a premium lifestyle brand. What You’ll Bring Why Join Avoca? At Avoca, we celebrate creativity, quality, and community. You’ll be part of a team that values innovation and excellence, with opportunities to grow your career in a supportive and inspiring environment. Ready to lead with purpose and passion? Apply now and bring your retail expertise to one of Ireland’s most beloved brands. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Training And Development Manager
At Sunbeam House Services, we believe that great services start with great people. Every day, our teams support adults with intellectual disabilities to live meaningful, inclusive and fulfilling lives in their communities. To achieve this, we are committed to developing a skilled, confident and values-driven workforce. We are now seeking an experienced and passionate Training & Development Manager to lead our Learning & Development function and help shape the future of workforce development across our organisation. This is a unique opportunity for a strategic, innovative and people-focused leader who is passionate about learning, quality improvement and empowering others to succeed. Reporting to the Quality, Safety and Practice Development Director, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring our employees have the knowledge, skills and confidence to deliver safe, high-quality, person-centred services. About the Role As Training & Development Manager, you will provide leadership and direction to the Training Department, ensuring learning and development initiatives support organisational goals, regulatory compliance, workforce capability and continuous service improvement. You will: Application Guidance We want to hear about you—your experiences, skills, and what makes you a great fit for the role. Please ensure your application reflects your own work. To give everyone a fair opportunity, we ask that you do not use AI tools when completing your application.
Executive Assistant To CEO
Key Working Relationships The postholder will maintain effective working relationships with the CEO, Board of Directors, Senior Leadership Team, Senior Managers and staff members across the organisation. Key relationships also include support functions, and external stakeholders including regulators, healthcare professionals, service providers, funders, advocacy organisations and professional bodies. Purpose of the Post The Executive Assistant to the CEO provides high-level executive, administrative and organisational support to the CEO. The role acts as a trusted point of coordination for executive-level activity, supporting effective diary and workflow management, communication, governance arrangements and the timely progression of key actions. The postholder will also contribute to strategic and operational priorities and undertake project coordination responsibilities as assigned. Principal Duties and Responsibilities Core Principles of the Role • Confidentiality & Discretion – Handle sensitive information with integrity and professionalism. • Proactive Support – Anticipate priorities and support the CEO effectively. • Judgement & Prioritisation – Manage competing demands and identify matters requiring executive attention. • Professionalism – Represent the CEO’s office to a consistently high standard. • Coordination & Follow-Through – Ensure actions, decisions and priorities are progressed. • Accuracy & Accountability – Deliver high-quality work with attention to detail and ownership. Key Responsibilities Executive & Administrative Support • Provide high-level, proactive executive support to the CEO, managing diary, correspondence, meetings, appointments and competing priorities. • Manage and prioritise incoming communications, requests and information, ensuring matters are appropriately directed, responded to or escalated. • Coordinate travel, events and other arrangements associated with the CEO’s role. • Prepare, review and format correspondence, reports, presentations, briefing papers and other executive documentation. • Maintain accurate and confidential executive records, documentation and filing systems. Meeting & Governance Support • Coordinate meetings involving the CEO, senior leadership, Board members and other key stakeholders. • Prepare and circulate agendas, meeting papers and supporting documentation in a timely manner. • Attend meetings as required, prepare accurate minutes and maintain records of decisions and agreed actions. • Track actions and commitments arising from meetings and follow up with relevant individuals to support timely completion. Strategic & Organisational Coordination • Support the CEO in coordinating organisational priorities, strategic initiatives and key workstreams. • Maintain oversight of key deadlines, commitments and deliverables requiring CEO involvement. • Facilitate effective communication and information flow between the CEO, senior leadership and relevant functions. • Gather and coordinate information from across the organisation to support executive decision-making and reporting. Stakeholder Management & Communication • Act as a key point of contact for the CEO’s office, building effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders. • Liaise professionally with senior leaders, Board members, employees, external agencies, partners and other stakeholders. • Manage sensitive or complex enquiries appropriately, using judgement regarding referral and escalation. • Support the preparation and coordination of executive communications and correspondence. Project & Priority Support • Coordinate and support projects and priority initiatives assigned by the CEO. • Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, action trackers, status reports and supporting documentation. • Monitor progress against agreed milestones and identify delays, risks or issues requiring escalation. • Coordinate project meetings, stakeholder input and follow-up actions. • Ensure assigned projects are progressed in accordance with organisational governance and project management requirements. Confidentiality & Professional Standards • Handle highly sensitive organisational, employee and executive information with discretion and confidentiality. • Exercise sound judgement and professionalism when acting on behalf of the CEO’s office. • Maintain a high standard of accuracy, organisation and attention to detail. • Undertake other duties and priority assignments appropriate to the nature and level of the role. Role Boundaries and Positioning The Executive Assistant provides direct, high-level support to the CEO and operates as a trusted point of coordination for the CEO’s office. The postholder is expected to work with a high degree of autonomy, judgement and discretion, while remaining accountable to the CEO and operating within agreed authority. The role may coordinate actions, projects and organisational priorities on behalf of the CEO but does not replace the decision-making or accountability of relevant managers or senior leaders. The postholder will have access to highly sensitive information and must maintain strict confidentiality, appropriate professional boundaries and escalate matters requiring executive authority or decision-making to the CEO. 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. Risk Management, Quality, Health & Safety All employees have general statutory obligations under Section 13 and 14 of the Safety Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 as follows: • 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 SHS protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. Comply with relevant statutory provisions and take reasonable care for their own safety, health and welfare and that of any other person who may be affected by their acts or omissions at work. • Co-operate with Sunbeam House Services and any other person to enable relevant statutory provisions to be complied with. • Not engage in improper conduct or other behavior that is likely to endanger their own safety, health and welfare at work or that of any other person. • Attend training as required particularly training in relation to safety, health and welfare at work or relating to the job carried out. • Make correct use of the safety equipment, clothing or training provided, or other items provided for their safety, health and welfare while at work. • Not to intentionally, recklessly, or without reasonable cause, interfere with, misuse or damage any appliance or safety equipment provided to secure the safety health or welfare of persons arising at work. • Not to intentionally or recklessly place at risk the safety, health or welfare of other staff, clients, contractors or visitors or any person in connection with work activities. • Report to the Operations Manager/Senior Operations Manager/Person in Charge without delay any defects in equipment, articles or substance, place of work, or systems of work which might be a danger to safety, health and welfare of which they are aware. • Report to the Operations Manager/Senior Operations Manager/Person in Charge without delay any work being carried on or likely to be carried on in a manner that might be a danger to safety, health and welfare of which they are aware, and any contravention of the relevant statutory provisions that may be a danger to safety, health and welfare of which they are aware. • Report all accidents immediately no matter how trivial to the Operations Manager/Senior Operations Manager/Person in Charge and Safety Officer using the organisation’s Accident Report Form. • Ensure they are not under the influence of an intoxicant to the extent that they are a danger to their own safety, health or welfare at work or that of any other person, and submit to any appropriate, reasonable and proportionate tests by a competent person if reasonably required by Sunbeam House Services. In addition, staff are reminded that: • They are not allowed to attend the premises or carry out duties whilst under the influence of drink or illicit drugs. Any person found breaking this rule will be liable to instant dismissal. • Any person who becomes aware that they are suffering from any disease or physical or mental impairment which would be likely to cause them to expose themselves to a risk of danger they must immediately inform their Operations Manager/Senior Operations Manager, Person in Charge or Supervisor. • Any person who is under medical supervision or on prescribed medication and who has been certified fit for work should notify their Operations Manager/Senior Operations Manager, Person in Charge or Shift Lead of any known side effects or temporary disabilities which could hinder their work performance, and which may be a danger to themselves, their fellow workers or clients. • Staff may be required to undergo a medical assessment of their fitness to perform work activities that give rise to critical risks to the safety, health and welfare of other staff, clients or others. Whilst on duty, staff are not permitted to wear any item of clothing, footwear or jewellery which may cause a risk of injury to themselves, clients or staff colleagues. Staff who work with clients must ensure they are appropriately dressed for the nature of work carried out and are aware of potential dangers to clients and themselves regarding, for example, large fingernails, shoes, belts, buckles, jewellery, ties, hair and so on. Flip-flops, mules, slippers or high heels are not suitable footwear for staff working with clients. Wearing quantities of rings or bracelets or neck chains is not appropriate. The wearing of earrings other than a simple stud is specifically prohibited. The wearing of any other type of ring in pierced areas of the body is prohibited. The direction of the Person in Charge (or in their absence the person in charge of the work shift) and Operations Manager/Senior Operations Manager must be adhered to. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/or experience Essential Criteria • Minimum of three years’ relevant administrative or executive support experience. • Excellent organisational, planning and prioritisation skills. • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing professional documentation. • Ability to work effectively in a busy, fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities. • Proven ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion. • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively with senior leaders and stakeholders. • High level of accuracy, attention to detail and professional judgement. • Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office. • Ability to work independently, use initiative and appropriately escalate matters. • A full driving licence and access to own transport, with the ability to travel between organisational locations as required. Desirable Criteria • Relevant qualification in Business Administration, Management, Project Management or a related area. • Previous experience supporting a CEO, Director or senior executive. • Experience supporting senior-level meetings, governance processes or organisational projects. Key Competencies • Planning & Organisation – Effectively manages priorities, deadlines and competing demands. • Communication & Relationship Management – Communicates professionally and builds strong relationships at all levels. • Judgement & Discretion – Demonstrates sound judgement, confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive matters. • Initiative & Problem Solving – Works proactively, anticipates needs and identifies practical solutions. • Accuracy & Delivery – Produces high-quality work with strong attention to detail and consistent follow-through. Education & Training Engage in the SHS performance appraisal process in conjunction with your reporting manager as appropriate. Other requirements specific to the post • The post is full-time, 35 hours per week. • The role is based at Sunbeam House Services Head Office, Bray, with travel required across services and community settings. • The post holder may be required to work flexibly in line with organisational needs. • The duties of the post may evolve in line with service needs, organisational priorities, regulatory requirements and the continued development of the role. 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 A 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 being called forward to the next stage of the selection process. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion The Organisation is committed to creating an environment that promotes equality and dignity at work. We are committed to treating all employees, clients and organisation contacts equally, regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, religious belief, age, disability, race or membership of the traveller community. The Organisation believes that embracing equality and diversity in the workplace benefits not just the Organisation but also individual employees, departments and our clients. All our employees bring their own background, work style, distinct capabilities, experience and characteristics to their work. We want to utilise the widest range of skills, knowledge and experience in our Organisation while complying with legislation. As well as treating people with dignity and respect, the Organisation strives to create a supportive environment in which all employees can flourish and reach their full potential, regardless of differences, experience or education. Harnessing the wide range of perspectives this diversity brings promotes innovation and helps make us more creative and productive. Tenure The current vacancy available is permanent and whole time. 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 is: Grade VI Grade VI: €58,477 | €59,871 | €61,573 | €64,767 | €66,677 | €69,056 | €71,441 (LSI) 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.
Confectioner
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the Confectionery Department operates efficiently and effectively at all times. Provide our customers with excellent quality products and customer service. The ideal candidate will have/be: A recognised qualification in pastry and/or have at least 2 years€,, experience in a bakery or quality focused restaurant or hotel Creative and able to embrace new recipes Excellent communication skills Ability to engage with and prioritise customer needs Strong attention to detail, organised and flexible Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative; Prepare and present the highest quality bakery items, desserts and pastries Assist in volume production Be passionate about keeping up to date with the latest culinary trends and bring your ideas to the team Drive sales through instore initiatives Merchandise and present the department to the highest standard at all times and in accordance with relevant store planograms and guidelines; Adhere to weekly stocktaking and daily waste procedures in the Bakery Conduct quality and freshness checks Attend relevant training as required and implement learnings in store
Climate Action Coordinator
THE POSITION Wicklow County Council is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates with relevant experience for the position of Climate Action Coordinator. It is proposed to form a panel of qualified candidates from which vacancies will be filled during the lifetime of the panel. The Climate Action Coordinator will report directly to the Senior Engineer in the Climate, Environment, Recreation and Amenity Directorate or such person as may be assigned from time to time by Wicklow County Council. The Climate Action Coordinator will organise climate action internally, across the local authority sector and at a regional level through the CAROs. Importantly, the Climate Action Coordinator will connect with the wider climate policy system by providing consistent contact points of engagement with other departments and agencies responsible for delivering Sectoral Adaptation Strategies and the wider National Adaptation Framework. A key function of the coordinator will be to monitor progress towards achieving targets. This will significantly enhance the national evidence base on delivery of the national Climate Action Plan. This evidence base gathered at a local authority level can feed into the national governance structures for delivering the Action Plan. The Climate Action Coordinator will coordinate and support the implementation of adaptation and mitigation actions and assist in leading the transition of Wicklow County Council to a low carbon and climate resilient county. QUALIFICATIONS 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. Education, Experience, etc. Candidates must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) Hold an Honours degree (Level 8 in the National Framework of Qualifications) in Engineering, Planning, Project Management, Science, Environmental Science, Architecture or equivalent. (b) Have at least seven years satisfactory relevant experience of project management, town planning, engineering, environmental science or architecture or other relevant discipline. (c) Possess a high standard of technical training and experience. (d) Must hold a full, unendorsed Category B Driving Licence and must have access to their own motor vehicle. PLEASE NOTE: 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. Overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. Failure to do so will deem your application inadmissible. The onus is on the candidate to ensure that the relevant qualification is listed on their application form. In the event that an offer of employment is made, the candidate will be required to submit all relevant Educational Qualifications in order to meet the requirements above. 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. DUTIES The following is a non-exhaustive list of key duties and responsibilities which may be assigned to a Climate Action Coordinator. • Co-ordinate, manage and develop the implementation of the local authority’s response to the challenges of climate change. • Lead a multi-disciplinary dedicated team to deliver the Climate Action agenda. • Lead and drive the cross-sectional Wicklow County Council Climate Action Team to develop and implement a wide-ranging and effective work programme. • Develop Local Authority Climate Action Plan as per government guidance. • Develop and implementation of Decarbonisation Zone Action Plan as per government guidance. • Formulation of strategies to meet the objectives and aims of the Climate Change Action Plan. • Implementation and management of projects, plans and processes. • Ensure integration of Climate actions into all plans and policies of the council, where appropriate. • Promote and support a greater understanding of Climate Change issues in the County Council. • Promote and support a greater understanding of Climate Change issues in the community including organising and supporting relevant community initiatives, public outreach programmes and business initiatives. • Ongoing engagement with all stakeholders (i.e. environmental organisations, business and community groups) including the elected members of local authorities. • Review, collate and distribute relevant national policies and documents on climate change, adaptation actions, case studies etc. • Conduct stakeholder mapping of key agencies, actors and sectors and their potential relations to the successful delivery of Climate action goals. • Represent the Local Authority at key events and act as the focal point for climate action within the Local Authority. • Develop communication materials on the Local Authority local authority climate action activities and progress. • Participate in relevant regional meetings with the CARO, with the purpose of knowledge sharing, expanding the sectors abilities, sharing experiences and lessons learned and identifying possible opportunities for collaboration. • Providing technical inputs on funding proposals for climate change adaptation and identify funding opportunities and adaptation activities. • Provide a point of contact for engaging with the other sectors. • Preparing annual progress reports on the adaptation strategy and any subsequent action plans. • Foster and maintain working relationships with government departments and EU agencies. • Foster and maintain wide ranging productive working relationships with 3rd level institutions. • Demonstration of a high level of negotiation, influencing and communication skills and influence multi-stakeholder processes. • Effectively introduce change, foster a culture of creativity in employees and overcome resistance to change. • Ensure detailed reports are submitted in a timely manner. • Maintain an awareness of new policies, legislation and directives relating to climate action and review the implications of these new documents. • Contribute to the identification of new areas of research related to climate action and the local government sector. • Establishment of efficient and effective working structures, performance management systems. • Manage and motivate the team and ensure effective team building. • Database compilation, maintenance and analysis. • Manage financial and budgetary requirements for the office including putting internal controls and robust governance structures in place. • Ensure the office meets all requirements in relation to health and safety legislation and regulations. • Carrying out such other duties as may be assigned from time to time. • The successful candidate will be required to report to the line manager. They may also be required to deputise for the line manager. ESSENTIAL SKILLS An ability to demonstrate competence in the following areas: (a) Demonstrate a record of excellent project management skills resulting in successful outcomes, simultaneously managing and co-ordinating multiple projects of differing scale, nature and complexity, bringing them to a conclusion on time and on budget. (b) Possess a high standard of administrative and management experience. (c) Have experience of managing and co-ordinating multi-disciplinary and cross-sectional teams and have the ability to motivate, empower, encourage and achieve maximum efficiency and value for money from the personnel and processes under his/her control. (d) Possess effective communications and report writing skills with exceptional attention to detail. (e) Have experience making successful grant and other funding applications. (f) Demonstrate a successful track record influencing change both within organizational culture and within local communities. (g) Have an excellent knowledge of health and safety legislation and regulations and their application in the workplace. (h) Have an excellent knowledge of public procurement processes and rules and competence and experience of financial and budget management. DESIRABLE SKILLS An ability to demonstrate competence in the following areas: • Possess a good knowledge of Local Government functions, services and activities. • Be interested and enthusiastic for the Climate Action agenda and have a good working knowledge of current National & Local Climate Action trends, legislation and plans. • Demonstrate knowledge and experience of working innovatively with the public and in particular communities to deliver projects and other interventions, including involvement of experience of working with all forms of media. • Experience of building strategic relationships with external stakeholders at all levels including local, regional and national and be capable of working in close collaboration with key partners and in seeking co-operation and consensus with a whole range of external bodies and representative groups. • Experience in meeting regularly with stakeholders, providing up-dates, presentations and reports, taking customer feedback and ensuring any learning from same is used to enhance the operations of the organisation. • Be experienced in contributing to the operations and strategic planning processes and in the implementation of the agreed aims of same. PRINCIPAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT A panel may be formed from which future Climate Action Coordinator positions may be filled. The position will be temporary and pensionable. The successful candidate(s) may be assigned as required to any of the Municipal Districts/Directorates under the Chief Executive’s control or to any premises/location in use by the Council now or in the future. Duties The duties of the office are to give to the local authority and i. to such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Acts 2001–2014, is Chief Executive, and ii. 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 general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such other officer as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate professional/technical and ancillary services of an advisory, supervisory or executive nature as may be required by any local authority or body hereinbefore mentioned in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties, including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The holder of the office will, if required, act for an officer of a higher level. Probation Where persons who are not already permanent officers of a Local Authority are appointed, the following provisions shall apply: (a) There shall be a period after such appointments take effect, during which such persons shall hold office on probation. (b) Such period shall be nine months; this period may be extended at the Chief Executive’s discretion. (c) Such persons shall cease to hold such office at the end of the period of probation, unless during such period, the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory. Salary: €80,680–€100,692 per annum includes 2nd LSI EL 04/2026 The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time in line with national policy. The holder of the office shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than his/her inclusive salary) payable to and received by him/her by virtue of his/her office or in respect of services which he/she is required by or under any enactment to perform. Starting pay shall be determined in accordance with appropriate Departmental Circular letters. New Entrants will be placed on the minimum of salary scale. Hours of Work The person appointed will be required to work a 35 hour week Monday to Friday, which equates to a 7 hour day to be accounted for within attendance hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with one hour lunch between 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. A flexi system is also in operation. Garda Vetting Candidates may be subject to Garda Vetting. Appointment(s) will be considered having regard to receipt of satisfactory Garda Vetting, particularly to determine suitability to work with children/vulnerable adults. 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.
