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About NVD: A family-owned business, established in 1980, NVD was set up to assist vehicle manufacturers in the timely and incident free distribution of their products. We’ve established ourselves as a one stop shop providing the three main pillars of outbound logistics, including transporting, storing and enhancing our customers’ vehicles, prior to delivery to their end location. Since 1980 NVD has been at the forefront of pioneering the digitisation of the FVL industry. As early adopters of emerging technology we have been able to introduce huge efficiencies saving time and money for our customers. Our unwavering commitment to progress and continual service improvement remains at the heart of our business today. Role Summary: We are looking for a proactive and flexible Motor Trade General Operative to join our team. This role combines hands-on workshop duties with responsibility for carrying out Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDI) on a range of Brands, Manufacturer Recalls and ply lining vans. Pay and Benefits
RMC Driver
Want to Build your Career? Kilsaran are looking for talented individuals to join our logistics team as a RMC Driver. We have an exciting opportunity for candidates who are motivated, passionate, and driven to help us meet future challenges. Our Concrete Products and Aggregates business is a high performance and profitable business unit supporting our Irish customers. At Kilsaran, we are trusted by businesses and contractors alike to produce quality construction materials that are fundamental in the creation of our national infrastructure, including large commercial buildings, domestic and agricultural construction, office blocks and major road networks. Responsibilities: · Complete all collections and deposits as scheduled to ensure effective and efficient service to all customers and facilities. · Ensure that on arrival, the delivery is safe to make and respect the customer’s property, if in doubt consult with customer and/or local Manager or Transport Manager. · Complete a check of delivery with customer and obtain a signature. · Perform daily safety checks and maintenance checks. · Drive within the Tachograph Law and Driver Hour Limits. · Clean trucks as scheduled and / or required. Maintain the cleanliness of the cab. · Report any incidents or accidents as soon as possible and in compliance with the company’s accident reporting procedure. · Provide support in the yard as required by Location Manager. Skills Required: · Preferably a minimum of 3 years’ HGV driving experience. · Clean relevant Drivers Licence. · Valid Digital Tachograph Card. What You Get: Kilsaran is an organization that believes that our people are our greatest strength, and our success is down to the dedication and enthusiasm of our team. As such, we have dedicated benefits structures to reward our team. The benefits on offer for this position are as follows: · Competitive hourly rate · Annual Attendance Bonus after 12 months service · Overtime Pay at time and a half · Twenty-one Days Annual Leave · Full training provided for operation and maintenance of Ready-Mix Concrete Bottle · Cost of one annual CPC covered by the company · Safe Pass training provided · Training provided for Artic and Grab trucks provided by the company · Excellent opportunities for progression Additional Benefits: · Sick Pay · Auto Enrolment My future Fund · Employee Assistance Programme · Cycle-to-work scheme · Further education/training and development support Hiring Process Upon Application: · Telephone Screening · 1 round interview process · Offer Letter to Successful candidate
Chief Operations Officer
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Household Assistant
Are you passionate about dementia care? We are seeking to a Household Assistant Relief. The Household Assistant Bank/Relief is a pool of in-house, on-call staff who can work on a flexible, as-needed basis. The applicant would need to be available to cover temporary absences, staff shortages, and busy periods working when there is a need. The successful candidates should be flexible and committed and must fulfil the following criteria: • Providing the highest level of cleaning services in line with Saint Joseph’s requirements • Ensuring full compliance with all Health & Safety regulations • Have experience in hygiene/cleaning and food handling. • Experience working with residents with dementia would be an advantage. • Ability to be flexible, communicate effectively and multi-task as required. • Strong attention to detail and the right attitude to work as part of a team or on their own initiative. • Demonstrate attitudes and beliefs consistent with being person-centred • Have an employment permit to allow you to work in Ireland. We are currently not recruiting outside of Ireland. Responsibilities and Duties: All recruitment for St Joseph’s Centre, Shankill is managed exclusively through Rezoomo.
Healthcare Assistant
About the Role: As a Healthcare Assistant – Rapid Response, you’ll provide urgent, hands-on care to people in their own homes, supporting those who need immediate help, covering essential visits, and helping clients stay safe, comfortable and independent. This is a fast-paced, community-based role ideal for carers who are confident, compassionate, and ready to step in when it matters most. Why Choose Connected Health: Sign On Bonus: Receive a €200 bonus after 3 months* Mileage: Paid mileage Fortnightly Pay: Get paid fortnightly – no waiting around! Employee Recognition: Be celebrated with awards – Employee of the Month, Employee of the Quarter and Employee of the Year. Refer a Friend: Earn €200 for successful referrals Free Perks: Free comprehensive training and support, Garda vetting, Cycle to Work Scheme, Wellbeing package, career progression opportunities and local discounts QQI Courses : QQI enrolment and support* Who we are looking for: Qualifications & Experience: To undertake any other reasonable duties as required*
Site Agent
Vision Built a Sisk Company, is a leading offsite construction company delivering high-quality modular and panelised building solutions. Our team combines innovation with practical construction expertise to deliver projects safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.We are now recruiting an experienced Site Agent to join our team on an exciting project based in Cluny, Co. Sligo where you will be utilising MMC, modern methods of construction, in a fully onsite role. The Site Agent is responsible for the operational management of a large-scale or complex construction project under the guidance of the Senior Site Agent. You will be leading the on-site team to ensure safe, efficient and high-quality delivery. You will be providing direct supervision and mentoring to supervisory staff while ensuring alignment with project programme, commercial objectives and company standards. By applying for this role, you acknowledge that Sensori Facilities Management Ltd and Vision Built Ltd are separate legal entities within the Sisk Group, and you consent to the sharing and processing of your personal data between these entities for recruitment and selection purposes, in accordance with the Group Privacy Notice. Responsibilities
Team Leader
DESCRIPTION AND VISION OF CORLANN Corlann West Region provide a community based, person centred service focusing on the needs and abilities of children and adults with intellectual disabilities. The vision of Corlann is to support people with intellectual disabilities to achieve a full and valued life in their community, in line with best practice both nationally and internationally. Working in partnership with each person supported by Corlann, we aim to create opportunities for people supported by Corlann to have ordinary life experiences and to be closely connected to family and friends. We are committed to supporting people to live a life of their choosing. Cruachan Adult Services provide a range of community-based services including day, residential, respite, community outreach, family support and a range of multidisciplinary support services. People are supported in day centres, supported employment, social and micro enterprises, training and education and these can be in groups or individualised. People are supported in residential settings in their own homes in the community individually and in groups. We wish to create opportunities for people who use our services to have valued social roles in their communities and to form friendships. We wish to recruit innovative, creative and motivated people who will relish the opportunity to assist in achieving this vision as part of a team. We are looking for people who will be flexible and adapt to the needs of particular individuals they support and are open to change. The Role: The Team Leader has a pivotal role in managing the day to day delivery of services. The Team Leader will provide leadership and supervision to teams while ensuring the development of the service in line with national standards and best practice. The main responsibilities are to assist the Team Manager with the management of the services, such as – person centred planning in line with Personal Outcome Measures ethos and practice, resource management and staffing - including rosters, staff development, facilitating communication and professional leadership in order to ensure a good quality of life for the people supported. It is the Team Leader’s responsibility to ensure that the life of each person reflects the organisation’s core values: • Dignity, respect and a rights based model • Promoting independence in all areas of life through exposure, experience and education • Promoting friendships and relationships in ordinary places in the community and making a contribution • Making choices Reporting/Responsible to: Team Manager/Service Coordinator or delegate Qualifications/Experience: Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition have: (I) A relevant 3rd level qualification in Nursing and current Live Register Certificate from NMBI OR (II) Be registered, or be eligible for registration, on the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU. See list of recognised Social Care qualifications at: https://coru.ie/health-and-social-care-professionals/education/approved-qualifications/social-care-workers/ OR (III) Hold a schedule 3 qualification (see below Note 1*) See list of recognized Schedule 3 qualifications at: https://coru.ie/health-and-social-care-professionals/registration/registration-requirements/approved-qualifications/schedule-3-qualifications/schedule-3-qualifications. OR (IV) Hold a comparable qualification recognised by Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU OR (V) Applicants who satisfy the conditions set out in Section 91 of the Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005, (see below Note 2*) must submit proof of application for registration with the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU. The acceptable proof is correspondence from the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU confirming their application for registration as a Section 91 applicant was received by the 30th November 2025. And • Hold an appropriate qualification in Health and Social Care Management (QQI Level 6) is a necessary requirement of the post. If the successful applicant does not hold such a qualification, a commitment to obtaining the qualification prior to taking up the post will be required. • Previous experience of effectively managing a staff team and demonstrating proven ability to pro-actively lead, motivate, empower and achieve results through people is an advantage. • A minimum of three 3 years’ post qualification experience, working with people with an Intellectual Disability is essential. • Demonstrate a clear commitment to community integration and active citizenship for all people with disabilities with experience in the area of human rights and advocacy. • Experience of working in the area of autism and behaviours of concern would be an advantage. Skills: • Candidates should be able to demonstrate leadership and communication and team working skills. • Knowledge and experience managing people’s well-being using an evidence based approach to person centred planning e.g. Personal Outcome Measures. • Knowledge and understanding of the National Standards for Residential Services for Children and Adults with Disabilities, the Health Act 2007 (Care and Support of Residents in Designated Centres for Persons (Children and Adults with Disabilities) Regulations 2013 and New Directions for Day Services. • Must have the ability to exercise good judgement, discretion and confidentiality, be creative and self-motivated, communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms and co-operate in a team environment with a person-centred philosophy • A full clean manual Driving Licence, which qualifies you to drive manual transmission vehicles on Irish Roads and use of your own car is an essential requirement. • Fluency in verbal and written English is an essential requirement of this post. Working Hours: Contracted hours will depend on the grade of the successful candidate - i.e. 78 hours a fortnight (SCL grade) or 75 hours a fortnight (CNM1 grade) rostered flexibly on a 7 day duty roster. The Team leader will work as a frontline member of the team with protected time to carry out specific team leader duties. In addition, a sleep-in and/or night duty commitment may be a requirement of posts in residential services for which the appropriate allowance will be paid. Corlann model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures quality and person centred planning system requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each person supported Annual Leave: Leave will be granted according to the agreed leave assigned to the grade of the successful candidates i.e. Social Care Leader or CNM1. Annual leave must be planned in advance with the Team Manager to ensure appropriate and adequate cover is provided for the service. Remuneration: Based on the salary scale attached to the grade of the successful candidates i.e. Social Care Leader or CNM1 (pro-rata for part-time). Salary quoted is based on a 39 hour working week. The successful candidate will be granted incremental credit subject to satisfactory verification of previous public sector service. Tenure: Permanent, Full-Time and Pensionable. A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent Team Leader appointments within Cruachan Services may be offered over the next 6 to 12 months. Probation: A probationary period of nine months from the date of appointment applies to the post. The employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period should the employer find that the appointee is unsuitable to continue employment. The probation period may be extended at the Employer’s discretion. JOB DESCRIPTION Specific Conditions: • Staff must have a positive attitude towards working with persons with an intellectual disability and autism and help to ensure that they lead as normal and enjoyable a life as possible. • Staff are required to establish and maintain relationships with adults with disabilities that are based on respect and equality and that promote their independence and individuality. Main duties and functions: • Actively lead all staff members attached to the team, including taking responsibility for daily duty rosters, time keeping and attendance. Take responsibility for ensuring staff cover in the case of absenteeism. Adhere and follow the attendance management guidelines and provide support to team members following an absence. Maintain relevant records on all interactions with members of staff. • Assist in formulating, implementing and evaluating service plans in co-operation with the wider management team, the multidisciplinary team and other team members. • Ensure that all staff members treat all people supported as adults with rights and responsibilities and that the Personal Outcome Measures ethos and process is followed by all. • Actively encourage and support keyworkers to achieve priority goals for people supported. • Promote and facilitate community integration and liaison including advocacy, citizen advocacy and promoting and maintaining family contact for people supported by the services to the degree that they desire. • Develop and foster good relationships with people supported by the services, work colleagues and members of the multi-disciplinary team. • Maintain professional boundaries with families and key people involved with the people supported by the services. • Ensure that appropriate records are kept to enable full reports on the people we support to be available to the multidisciplinary staff and senior management. Update OLIS, Personal Outcome Measures, AIRS and other databases in line with service policy. • Be mindful of safeguarding vulnerable adults and report any safeguarding concerns immediately to the Designated Officer and to your line manager or delegate. • Carry out Audits and training with the team as needed in areas such as Safeguarding, Health and Safety, Quarterly AIRS Audits, Flex, Complaints Audits and follow up on actions from New Directions Easi-Tool, HIQA inspections, where applicable and Provider Nominee Audits. • Ensure strict confidentiality in all matters concerning people supported and the organisation and ensure all staff adhere to GDPR. • Support the development and piloting of innovative and alternative models of Service delivery. • Be an active member of the team working frontline with the people supported to achieve their outcomes and support them to develop to their full potential. • Provide support, manage and resolve problems within the team when appropriate. • Ensure that all incidents/accidents, medication errors and complaints are immediately reported to the Team Manager/Service Coordinator/Area Manager and provide follow up information in line with service policy. Ensure records relating to these are maintained in line with organisational policy and databases are kept up to-date. • Ensure safekeeping of personal possessions of the people supported by the services and ensure accountability for all individual’s monies in line with the organisations policy on managing people supported by the services finances. • Ensure a good standard of hygiene and cleanliness is maintained throughout the Services. • In collaboration with the Team Manager/Service Coordinator/Area Manager ensure that all repairs to buildings and equipment are carried out promptly. • Participate in managing all resources efficiently and effectively within agreed budget. • Provide induction for all new staff assigned to the services as required and assign keyworkers in collaboration with the Team Manager/Service Coordinator. • Operate within the policies and procedures of the Service in all aspects of your work. • Be aware of and become familiar with fire drill procedures within the services i.e. fire detection, evacuation and firefighting. • Be conscious of Health and Safety matters in the workplace and in particular ensure that all team members comply with Employee’s obligations as set out under Part 2, Section 13 of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005. • Avail of all training and continuous professional development opportunities to achieve the above objectives and keep abreast of changes in I.T. • As the duties and responsibilities of any post in the Service are likely to change with the ongoing needs of the individuals, i.e. age, level of disability, Personal Outcome Measures, etc., staff are expected to have a high level of flexibility, and a willingness and an ability to develop new approaches to their work as the individuals needs demand. • Perform such other duties appropriate to the post as may be assigned to him/her by the Team Manager/Service Coordinator Manager / Area Manager. The role of the post holder will not be limited by reference to this Job Description. It is expected that the role will evolve as professional, structural and people supported demands change, with the post holder being expected to demonstrate flexibility skills that will facilitate this. Corlann is funded by the Health Service Executive (HSE) and are run in line with Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) regulations and standards and the HSE New Directions interim standards.
Clerk of Works/Building Inspector
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POST 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: • Operating ICT systems • Current building regulations and associated technical guidance documents • Building control amendments regulations process • Understanding the role of Design /Assigned /Ancillary Certifiers • Minimum standards for rented houses • The Department approval processes • Health and Safety Legislation and Regulations, the implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace; • Planning Legislation and in particular where it relates to part 8 of the planning regulations • Capital Works Management Framework • Implementation of Procurement of contractors and consultants • 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 • Key policies guiding the local government sector • Public service values • Supervision of New Builds, maintenance, management and refurbishment of existing housing stock essential The ideal candidate should also have a good technical knowledge base and experience of the following: • Working as a member of site supervisory team on construction site visits and inspections; (programme issues; Quality Control; Health & Safety) • Have strong experience in house design & construction; • Maintenance of project files and records • Preparation of material for presentation, meetings, publication and exhibition • Preparation of sketch plan designs & details • Engineering survey principles and equipment • Ability to interpret architectural & engineering drawings • Planning and costing of projects • Tendering of works and contract administration • Contract management • Administration and report writing essential • Prioritising of work effectively • Acting on own initiative • Dealing effectively with conflicting demands • Working under pressure to tight deadlines • Carrying out such other duties as may be assigned from time to time COMPETENCIES FOR THE POST Key Competencies for the post include the following and candidates will be expected to demonstrate sufficient evidence within their application form of competence under each of these. Please take particular note of these when completing the application form as any short-listing or interview processes will be based on the information provided by candidates: Technical Experience & Practice Experience of the practical application of: • Engineering surveying, design and drawings pertaining to house construction and building surveying • Key design software packages to include AutoCAD and GIS applications • Management of service and construction works Knowledge, appreciation and understanding of: • Building control legislation • Contract and construction processes, procedures and practices • Health and Safety legislation • Public procurement processes • Utility services and connections • Property conveyance and land registry procedures • Minimum standards for rented houses Delivering Results: • Problem solving and decision making • Thinking creatively • Organising, planning, co-ordinating and prioritising work programmes • Managing resources and achieving efficiencies • Delivering quality outcomes • Identifying problems of a technical / civil / architectural / building nature and providing and contributing towards technical detailing, design and specification solutions. • Co-operating with decisions and implementing solutions. • Effective care and use of council resources and equipment. • Complying with all council rules and relevant legislation. • Delivering quality technical, civil & architectural work and services. Interpersonal Communications: • Negotiating, influencing and liaising with others • Team-working • Communicating effectively • Establishing and maintaining key internal and stakeholder relationships Personal Effectiveness: • Resilience and personal well-being • Integrity & Public Service values • Personal motivation and initiative • Understanding the structures and environment within which the local authority sector operates • Political awareness Key Duties and Responsibilities Details of Key Duties and Responsibilities are outlined under “Particulars of Office” QUALIFICATIONS 1. Education, Training, Experience, etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) hold a degree in Engineering or architecture; OR (b) hold a National Certificate / National Diploma in Construction Studies or Civil Engineering issued by the National Council for Education Awards / Further Education Training Awards Council; OR (c) in the case of an office involving building construction work – as an alternative to the qualification at (a) – be a member of the Institute of Clerk of Works of Ireland, or possess a full course certificate in building issued by the Technical Instruction Branch of the Department of Education or a first class Technological Certificate (Intermediate stage) or a Technological Certificate (Advanced Stage) issued by the Department of Education or have had satisfactory supervisory experience of building work, including housing; (d) have an adequate knowledge of civil engineering works or of building construction; (e) be capable of writing clear and concise reports, keeping works records, measuring and recording all variations from contract and reading drawings (f) have a satisfactory knowledge of the surveying, levelling and setting out of works. Experience: Each candidate must satisfy the local authority that he/she has had adequate experience of a type which would render him/her suitable to perform satisfactorily the duties of the office for which he/she is a candidate. * Copies of qualifications must be attached to support this application. Failure to provide qualifications will deem this application invalid. 2. Citizenship Candidates for any of the above panels 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. 3. Driving Licence The Holder of the Post of shall hold a full driving licence for Class B vehicles free from endorsement/disqualification. When required to do so, holders of office 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. 4. Character Candidates shall be of good character. 5. 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. * 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. PARTICULARS OF OFFICE 1. The Post: The post is permanent, whole-time and pensionable. A panel will be formed for an initial period of one year and this may be extended for a period of time at the discretion of the Chief Executive. The panel will be used to fill appropriate positions that may arise for its duration. Positions will be offered in order of merit as per the panel. 2. Salary: The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the post will be paid at the appropriate point on the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Department Circular. Starting pay for new entrants will be at the minimum of the scale. Where the appointee has been serving elsewhere in the public service in an analogous grade and pay-scale and will be moving without break to another part of the public sector at an analogous grade, the appointment may be made at the appointee’s current point of scale. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay. The current salary scale applicable to the post is €57,895 - €70,730 LSI 2 3. Duties: The duties of the post 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 Acts 2001 and 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 subparagraph (a) of this paragraph under the general direction and supervision of the Chief executive or such other employee as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate services of an executive, administrative or management nature as may be required by any local authority or body herein before mentioned in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties to exercise such powers, functions and duties as may be delegated to him/her by the Chief Executive from time to time, including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The post holder will, if required, act for an employee of a higher level. The post holder may be required to work outside his/her normal job description from time to time. Under the direction and supervision of the appropriate line manager, the position involves the provision of such architectural or ancillary services of an advisory, supervisory, or executive nature as may be required by the Council in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties. The duties to be assigned include the following although this list is not exhaustive and may be reviewed from time to time as organisational needs require: • To assist the Housing Department in Housing related activity including the delivery of the Housing Capital Programme, through site inspection, planning preparation, tender document preparation, undertaking tender processes, report writing, meetings, and any such other tasks as required by the management team to facilitate effective and efficient delivery of the Programme within the designated time frames and to undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibilities that may be required from time to time with respect to other projects as assigned by line management. • Supervising the construction and repair of dwellings including extensions, adaptations and of the other works required to deliver projects on budget and on time; • Certification of proper use of materials and preparation of costings of work done; • Preparation of clear and concise reports using IT, keeping works records, measuring and recording all variations from contract and reading drawings; • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with external agencies • To assist in identifying and agreeing work programmes, targets and deadlines and ensuring their subsequent implementation. • Manage and supervise staff, as the position demands. • To work as part of an effective, motivated and committed team and to maintain sound employee relations and morale in accordance with good employment practice and relevant legislation. • To work within a cross-functional/multidisciplinary team in line with the executive structures of the Council. • To support the Council and Municipal District operations. • To carry out duties in a politically neutral manner, with a clear understanding of the political reality and context of the local authority. • To provide specialist technical assistance and support in the delivery of projects as required • Carrying out regular site inspections, examining and inspecting construction work before, during and after the project has been completed • Working with other Council Departments and agencies as required to produce collaborative solutions and resolve problems as they arise • Representing the Council in Court when required • Assessing and reporting on grant applications in both private and social housing • Carrying out such other duties as may be assigned by the County Council from time to time; 4. Work Base: Offaly 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. 5. Working Hours: The working hours at present provide for a five day, thirty-five hours working week, hours may vary from time to time. 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 remunertation will be paid in respect of such activities. The provisions of Offaly County Council’s Time and Attendance Policy is applicable to this grade at the current time. A flexible working hours system is in operation subject to the terms and conditions of the Time and Attendance Policy. 6. Annual Leave: The current annual leave entitlement is 30 days. Granting of 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) 7. Sick Leave: The terms of the Public Service Sick Pay Scheme will prevail. 8. Probation: Appointees will be on probation for the first year of employment. The terms of the Offaly County Council Probation Policy will apply. 9. Superannuation: Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012: New members joining the Public Sector on or after 1st January, 2013 will be required to join the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. The Single Scheme applies to all pensionable first-time entrants to the Public Service as well as to former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks. A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 3% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5%, of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependant or qualified children). This includes a contribution to a Spouse’s and Children’s Scheme. Pension and retirement lump sum based on career-average pay, pensions will be co-ordinated with the State Pension Contributory (SPC). For persons who commenced public sector employment prior to 1st January 2013: Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (ie. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependent or qualified children). Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. All persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority will be required in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Childrens Contributory Pension) Scheme to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the scheme. 10. Retirement: Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012: The compulsory retirement age for new entrants as defined by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 is 70 years. Minimum pension age of 66 years, rising to 67 years and 68 years in line with State Pension age changes, is applicable. Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 2004: There is no mandatory retirement age for ‘New Entrants’ from 1st April, 2004 to the public service as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. 65 years is the minimum age at which a person may be paid. As a new entrant to the public service, under the terms of this legislation, new entrants will not be required to retire on grounds of age. Anyone who is not a ‘New Entrant’ to the public service, defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004 is subject to compulsory retirement age of 65 years. 11. Travel: Holders of the post shall 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. Travelling expenses and subsistence expenses necessarily incurred in the course of official duties will be refunded in accordance with appropriate rates in line with the relevant Department circulars and Local Authority Travel and Subsistence Policy. Offaly County Council, as employer, must be indemnified on your insurance policy. 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. 12. Recruitment & Selection Processes: Shortlisting: Normally the number of applications received for a position exceeds that required to fill existing and future vacancies to the position. While a candidate may meet the eligibility requirements of the competition, if the numbers applying for the position are such that it would not be practical to interview everyone, Offaly County Council may decide that a number only will be invited to same. In this respect, Offaly County Council provide for the employment of a short listing process to select a group for interview who, based on an examination of the application forms, appear to be the most suitable for the position based on the specific competencies identified in the job description. An expert board will examine the application forms against a pre-determined criteria based on the requirements of the position. This is not to suggest that other candidates are necessarily unsuitable or incapable of undertaking the job, rather that there are some candidates, who based on their application, appear to be better qualified and/or have more relevant experience. It is therefore in your own interest to provide a detailed and accurate account of your relevant qualifications/ experience on the application form. On occasions a short listing interview may take place.
Administrator
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Maintenance Foreman
Remuneration The salary scale for the post is: (01/02/2026) €53,954 €54,535 €54,817 €55,130 €55,426 €55,582 €55,732 €55,885 €56,040 €56,285 €56,471 €56,930 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. Reporting relationship The post holder will report to the Engineering Manager and Maintenance Manager and will work with all other Maintenance Department staff Purpose of the post The overall purpose of this post is to assist in providing a quality Maintenance service to patients and staff. Principal duties and responsibilities General The Maintenance Foreman will: • Be responsible for the Development, constant updating and tracking of a new Asset Register system Property Portfolio • Be the custodian of all relevant maintenance documentation and asset lists which forms part of the new NEIS [National Estates Information System]. • Support and update the Maintenance Managers on all SLAs by 3rd party maintenance companies inclusive of reactive works by surveying-maintained assets regularly. • Upkeep of a constantly changing asset portfolio inclusive of scheduled maintenance Estate’s asset conditions reactive works and asset life cycle analysis. • Work under the direction of the Maintenance Manager or other designated Officer. • Meet regularly with the Maintenance Manager and other designated Managers to plan daily/weekly objectives and planned preventative maintenance programs; to report progress on work and to ensure that issues/queries are addressed on an on-going basis. • Supervise staff assigned to him/her and assist in the planning, supervision and control of work programs; including the supervision of the time keeping, attendance, productivity and the quality of work and competency of staff under his/her control. • Participate in any afterhours work such as overtime or on-call as required and as deemed necessary by the Maintenance Manager. • Carry a bleep or pager or communication device as required. Professional/Technical The Maintenance Foreman will: • Supervise the efficient operation and effective maintenance of all buildings and services within the remit of the Maintenance Department, visiting work locations and overseeing works as delegated by the Maintenance Manager and other designated Managers. • Supervise and liaise with all trade staff, general operatives and associated trades engaged in the maintenance, repair and alteration of services. • Supervise and control of external/internal contractors i.e. mechanical, electrical and civil, engaged in works, particularly in relation to extensions and alterations of existing buildings and services. • Keep the Maintenance Manager and other designated Managers informed on a planned basis, in relation to energy consumption, plant performance, energy conservation, planned preventive evaluation, trades performance and standards. • Assist the Maintenance Manager and service management in the setting up and implementation of planned maintenance programmes and preventative maintenance programmes, highlighting areas which need corrective attention. • Oversee the maintenance, decoration, upkeep, repair and development of all buildings including mechanical and electrical services, all machinery plant and equipment. • Oversee the repair and upkeep of all boundary walls, fences, roadways, paths, grounds, etc., which are the responsibility of the Maintenance Department. • Be responsible for the ordering or requisitioning of materials etc., required in the execution of their duties. • Be familiar with new technology and be prepared to participate and cooperate in such training courses considered appropriate by the HSE from time to time. • Give full cooperation with future ongoing developments within the Maintenance Department and with changes in work practices as a result of new technology. • Assist the Maintenance Manager and other designated Managers in the preparation of plans for the proper maintenance of all plant and equipment and provide ongoing progress reports. • Be familiar and comply with the requirements of the Health & Safety Act 2005 and ensure that his/her staff work in a safe manner. • Be responsible for the safe custody, maintenance and satisfactory working order of all tools, plants and appliances, including maintenance vehicles in use in the various workshops and other departments under his/her control • Ensure all premises under HSE remit comply with statutory fire, health and safety obligations. • Assist with testing of all fire detection equipment and firefighting equipment in association with the Fire and Safety Officer. • Plan and supervise existing or proposed rota arrangements with the Maintenance Manager. The Maintenance Foreman may be required to work overtime or flexi-time occasionally. • Assist in various programmes on energy conservation. • Be expected to co-operate with the implementation of new technology. • Participate as required in carrying out work other than supervision, this may include day to day hands-on repair. • Carry out such duties as may be assigned to him/her from time to time by a nominated officer, including various other nominated managers. Education & Training The Maintenance Foreman will: • Undertake training as required to enhance his/her ability and safety at work. • Monitor manual handling and all mandatory training. • Assist in identifying the training needs of staff under his/her supervision. Financial The Maintenance Foreman will: • Ensure value for money in purchasing of materials and awarding contracts. • Issue Purchase Orders and process invoices as may be assigned. • Assist the Maintenance Manager and other designated Managers in the preparation of budgets for energy and general maintenance. • Adhere to approved procedures for quotations, ordering and processing of payment. Management / Administration The Maintenance Foreman will: • Manage staff, materials, equipment, finances and contractors associated with the Maintenance Department. • Tender for contracted services, as required. • Manage the maintenance service within allocated budgetary constraints. • Plan, organise and control the work such that a continuous and quality service is provided to the hospital. • Maintain good outward communications with medical personnel, patients, senior management and committees. • Motivate Maintenance Department staff and develop good staff relations. • Promote a quality working environment within the Maintenance Department. • Undertake line management responsibility for personnel in accordance with HSE policies on Managing Attendances and Disciplinary Procedures. • Keep log books and service records as required and submit for checking. Keep drawings and manuals properly stored and revised when required. • Maintain records associated with staff, timesheets, work requisitions, roster of duties and work in progress etc. • Maintain Safety Statements and assist in carrying out risk assessments. • Act in a higher capacity from time to time as required. • Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc. and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. • To support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. The above Job Specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to them from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Eligibility criteria Qualifications and/ or experience Candidates must by the latest date for of application: 1. Professional Qualifications, Experience etc. a) Hold a third level qualification to a minimum standard of Higher Certificate (Quality and Qualifications Ireland Level 6), in Mechanical, Electrical or Civil Services. Or Possess a Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) Level 6 (or higher) Advanced Certificate Craft – Carpentry & Joinery (or equivalent qualification). Or Possess the National Craft Certificate issued by FETAC. Or Possess the Senior Trades Certificate issued by the Department of Education. And (b)Have a minimum of 3 years post qualification / apprenticeship experience in maintenance of industrial, commercial and domestic type buildings. Health A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to theoffice and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character Post specific requirements • Demonstrate depth and breadth of supervisory experience as relevant to the post including: Experience in the maintenance of large scale and complex buildings and associated plant. Experience in the construction and maintenance of complex buildings • Have successfully undertaken or be willing to undertake the Solas Safe Pass Health & Safety Awareness Training Programme, or equivalent approved training programme in line with service need. (Please note if you have not undertaken this training, you will be required to successfully complete this training on taking up the post) • As this post may involve the driving of HSE owned vehicles, the successful candidate is required to hold a full unendorsed Drivers Licence (Category B). Other requirements specific to the post • Access to appropriate transport to fulfil the requirements of the role as this post will involve frequent travel between sites. • Some overtime may be required to be performed periodically as the service is a 24 hour facility. • The Maintenance Foreman may be required to participate in emergency call outs. • The Maintenance Foreman shall be required to carry a HSE mobile phone during working hours. • Due to the nature of the business of the service, some of the works will be conducted outdoors (on roofs etc.) and in difficult weather conditions. The post holder will be required to work in all weather conditions when requested to do so, or when circumstances dictate. Additional eligibility requirements: Citizenship requirements Eligible candidates must be: (i) EEA, Swiss, or British citizens OR (ii) Non-European Economic Area citizens with permission to reside and work in the State Read Appendix 2 of the Additional Campaign Information for further information on accepted Stamps for Non-EEA citizens resident in the State, including those with refugee status. To qualify candidates must be eligible by the closing date of the campaign. Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Candidates must: Technical / Professional • Demonstrate sufficient knowledge in the required discipline. • Demonstrate knowledge of construction, environment and building technology, mechanical and electrical services including their installations, building maintenance, maintenance management issues, practice and procedures. • Demonstrate knowledge of current regulations regarding building, fire, electrical, and gas installations. • Demonstrate knowledge of Building Management Systems. • Demonstrate sufficient technical knowledge to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the post. • Demonstrate evidence of project management skills encompassing all streams of work appropriate with key responsibilities. • Demonstrate evidence of experience and ability to perform hands-on maintenance repair work on equipment with tools, if required. • Demonstrate the ability to read and interpret architects’/engineers’ drawings, specifications and technical directions. • Demonstrate the ability to develop and write technical engineering reports. • Demonstrate the ability to design and implement structured policies and systems for the management of service and maintenance of hospital equipment and systems. • Demonstrate knowledge and experience of managing budgets; including the ability to adhere to deadlines within budgetary levels. • Demonstrate evidence of experience in control and supervision of staff and record keeping. • Demonstrate evidence of computer skills including the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, e-mail and the internet, as relevant to the role. • Demonstrate awareness of relevant standards, policies and legislation for example Health and Safety, Freedom of Information Act 1997, Childcare Act, HIQA Standards. Leadership & Team Skills • Demonstrate leadership and team management skills, including the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team. • Demonstrate the ability to work on own initiative; without close supervision. • Demonstrate the ability to advise multidisciplinary and management teams on equipment related issues. Planning & Organising Skills • Demonstrate evidence of effective planning and organising skills including awareness of value for money in the performance of work and the ability to carry out duties to best practice. • Demonstrate experience of the development of work schedules for personnel and contractors. • Demonstrate experience of the development of planned maintenance programs and method statements. • Demonstrate experience in working effectively under pressure. • Demonstrate the ability to manage deadlines and effectively handle multiple tasks. Problem Solving & Decision Making • Demonstrate the ability to evaluate information, solve problems and make decisions in a timely manner. • Demonstrate the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team to resolve problems and implement solutions. Commitment to Providing a Quality Service • Demonstrate a commitment to providing a quality service; including an awareness and appreciation of the service user such as patients, the general public, medical and non-medical staff. • Demonstrate the ability to contribute to the development of the service. Communication & Interpersonal Skills • Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner. • Demonstrate the ability to receive and implement instructions in an effective and efficient manner. • Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively with other staff members to coordinate works and update on progress of works. Campaign specific selection process Ranking/shortlisting / interview A ranking and or shortlisting exercise may be carried out based on information supplied in your application form. The criteria for ranking and or shortlisting are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification. Therefore, it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirements. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not progressing to the next stage of the selection process. Those successful at the ranking stage of this process, where applied, will be placed on an order of merit and will be called to interview in ‘bands’ depending on the service needs of the organisation. Diversity, equality and inclusion The HSE is an equal opportunities employer. Employees of the HSE bring a range of skills, talents, diverse thinking and experience to the organisation. The HSE believes passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to its success – we aim to develop the workforce of the HSE so that it reflects the diversity of HSE service users and to strengthen it through accommodating and valuing different perspectives. Ultimately this will result in improved service user and employee experience. The HSE is committed to creating a positive working environment whereby all employees inclusive of age, civil status, disability, ethnicity and race, family status, gender, membership of the Traveller community, religion and sexual orientation are respected, valued and can reach their full potential. The HSE aims to achieve this through development of an organisational culture where injustice, bias and discrimination are not tolerated. The HSE welcomes people with diverse backgrounds and offers a range of supports and resources to staff, such as those who require a reasonable accommodation at work because of a disability or long-term health condition. Read more about the HSE’s commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Code of practice The Health Service Executive will run this campaign in compliance with the Code of Practice prepared by the Commission for Public Service Appointments (CPSA). The CPSA is responsible for establishing the principles to be followed when making an appointment. These are set out in the CPSA Code of Practice. The Code outlines the standards to be adhered to at each stage of the selection process and sets out the review and appeal mechanisms open to candidates should they be unhappy with a selection process. Read the CPSA Code of Practice.
