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Become a Train Driver - Open for Applications - Nationwide Locations PLEASE NOTE: The online applicant system will close when the required applicant number has been reached – early applications are recommended to avoid disappointment. We are delighted to launch our new Driver Campaign for locations Nationwide. It is an exciting time to be a part of the Iarnród Éireann Irish Rail Team. We have welcomed over 300 new Trainee Drivers into our organisation over the past number of years. We wish to continue this growth by providing YOU with an opportunity to be a part of our future. Iarnród Éireann is a proud dynamic leader in the transport network. In keeping with our company vision to continuously grow and improve, we are seeking ambitious applicants to join our “One Team”. As a Train Driver your duty will be to deliver safe, customer-focused journeys, with scope to continue on to future roles in supervisory and management positions. Candidates must be willing to work various shift patterns including weekend work. We match the responsibility of this safety-critical role with a salary scale that can reach a maximum of €69k per annum . Successful candidates will develop full operational knowledge prior to qualification as part of the Train Driver Training programme. We are an organisation that greatly values our team and its members. We work hard to ensure that each one is proud to be a part of our future. Just some of the fantastic company benefits we have for YOU! There will be a number of multiple-hurdle phases in the selection process. This will include initial online application and assessments, face to face assessment centres, competency-based interviews, rigorous medical and safety reference checking. If you are interested in this campaign, please CLICK THE APPLY NOW BUTTON to be redirected to the official careers page for this role. PLEASE NOTE: The online applicant system will close when the required applicant number has been reached – early applications are recommended to avoid disappointment.
Temporary Consultant Histopathologist
The Department of Anatomic Pathology is recruiting a full-time temporary Histopathologist from August 2026. The succesful applicant will work with a team of 19 general Consultant Histopathologists on the General Surgical Pathology rota. An interest in Breast Pathology is desirable. Participation in aligned services of autopsy, frozen section and non-gynecological cytology can be considered. Specialist registration required. Informal Enquiries: Dr. Anne Marie Quinn AnneMa.Quinn@hse.ie Lenght of contract: 6 months initially. Interviews will be held shortly after advert closing date.
Yard / Warehouse Operative
McMahons Builders Providers have been providing quality building supplies and DIY materials to the trade and public for over 200 years. The group consists of a network of 12 stores, as well as a Truss Manufacturing plant and 3 Hardwood & Sheet Material branches. McMahons offer a one stop shop offering, with a wide range of products catering for the Builder, DIY enthusiast and Home Owner. The Role: McMahons are now seeking applications for the position of Yard/Warehouse Operative for their branch located in Galway. The Galway branch is a thriving builders providers branch with significant capacity to grow. The responsibilities of the successful candidate will include the following: · Off loading products and building materials being delivered to the site. · Picking customer orders and assisting with the loading of customer vehicles. · Loading trucks with products in advance of delivery to the customer. · Assisting to maintain the highest standards of housekeeping in the warehouse, yard and shop. · Working closely with all branch staff including transport and internal sales to ensure that the customers are serviced in an efficient and timely manner. · Assisting with the stock management at the branch including stock taking and cycle counting. · Dealing with other requests to support the operation of a busy branch as and when required. · Following company policies and procedures from an operational and health and safety perspective. The Person: The following mix of experience and attributes will be required by the successful candidate: · Knowledge and experience of building materials would be advantageous. · Experience in a yard / warehouse environment and driving forklifts. · A full clean driving license is required. · Good communication and interpersonal skills. · A positive can-do attitude. · Be computer literate. Benefits: • Employee Referral Bonus • Employee Assistance Program • Annual Health Checks • Celebrating Life Events: New Home & Baby gifts • Paid Maternity Leave • Paid Paternity Leave • Annual Health Checks • 5 Year Milestone: Annual Leave Increases • 5 Year Milestone: Bonus & Recognition • Marriage Leave • Retirement Readiness Program • Contributory Company Pension • Death in Service Cover • Christmas Bonus • Employee Discounts • Employee Social Events
Shift Lead
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Fisheries Environmental Officer
Inland Fisheries Ireland have an exciting opportunity available for a Fisheries Environmental Officer This is a core Environmental Protection role which is required to meet the current demands of planning queries, forestry applications, pollution investigations and other environmental pressures on the fisheries and aquatic resource for the Teach Breac Galway and Ballina Mayo districts. The purpose of this role to advise and liaise with senior management within Inland Fisheries Ireland on the design and implementation of environmental programmes. It will involve undertaking inspections, sampling and analysing water / effluent and investigating actual and potential sources of pollution in fish-bearing waters. ABOUT US Inland Fisheries Ireland are the environmental agency responsible for protecting, managing and conserving Ireland's inland fisheries and sea angling resources. More information can be found by visiting our website . VISION, MISSION & VALUES Vision To place the inland fisheries resource in the best sustainable position possible for the benefit of future generations. Mission To protect, manage and conserve Ireland’s inland fisheries and sea angling resources and to maximise their sustainability and natural biodiversity. Values REMUNERATION & BENEFITS The salary scale for the position is at the level of Fisheries Environmental Officer as applies in Inland Fisheries Ireland, it is a 10 point scale including 1 long service increment (LSI’s): Point 1 €42,571.38; Point 2 €45,134.82; Point 3 €46,675.15; Point 4 €48,568.31; Point 5 €50,479.82; Point 6 €54,186.69; Point 7 €57,381.52; Point 8 €60,611.02; Point 9 €63,833.24; Point 10 (LSI 1) €65,890.56 (IFI FEO Grade Payscale as of 01/08/2025) Candidates should note that salary will not be subject to negotiation and the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. New entrants to the public sector will start on point 1 subject to Haddington Road Agreement and subsequent Government Agreements. TENURE This post is offered on Specified Purpose Contract and is expected to last until the end of December 2027. APPLICATIONS A cover letter and up to date Curriculum Vitae) should be submitted by 5.00 pm Friday 13th of March 2026. Late applications will not be processed. Short listing will be based on information provided in the Cover Letter and CV. Canvassing will disqualify. Inland Fisheries Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.
Graduate Management Trainee
We’re Enterprise Mobility. A family-owned, global mobility leader with a $39 billion turnover, nearly 90,000 team members, and operations in 95 countries. Led by CEO Chrissy Taylor, the third generation of the Taylor family, we’re built on a legacy that gives us the stability to focus on the long-term success of our people, our customers and our business. Why join the Graduate Management Training Programme? As a Graduate Management Trainee, you'll have the freedom and support to explore your leadership potential - and the opportunity to become a branch manager in one of our retail operations in as little as two years. In fact, most of our senior leaders began their careers in this very role - including our current CEO. From day one, we’ll invest in you. You’ll be in a supportive environment where you’ll take on real responsibilities and gain invaluable hands-on experience in customer service, sales, marketing, finance, operations, and more. We work hard and reward hard work Your work will be recognised with performance-based incentives and opportunities for continued promotion. Our unique promote-from-within culture means you can keep your career moving forward without having to change organisations. Award-winning training and development Whether you’re building on existing strengths or developing new ones, your growth is our priority. Through classroom learning, on-the-job training, and mentorship, you’ll have the tools and support to take the next step – and the one after that. Our doors are open As a Graduate Management Trainee, your experience at Enterprise Mobility will be as unique as you because you shape who we are as much as we shape your skills, path and potential. We pride ourselves on opening our doors to a variety of voices, giving way to an experience that’s both inclusive and that inspires diversity of thought. Responsibilities From your very first day, you’ll be trusted with real responsibility and exposed to all areas of our business. You’ll develop skills in: Customer Service: deliver exceptional experiences by confidently handling reservations, resolving enquiries, and building rapport with a diverse range of customers. Sales and Marketing: connect with local business partners, grow your network and develop lasting relationships. Financial Control and Profitability: understand the financial mechanics of a successful business, including cost control and interpreting profit and loss statements. Operations and Logistics: learn how to manage a fleet, plan strategically, and drive performance. Leadership and Development: take the lead in mentoring, training, and developing your own team - with the opportunity to manage and promote others as you grow. Qualifications A Bachelor’s degree is preferred; however, professional experience can be substituted if applicable. You must have a full manual Republic of Ireland, UK or EU driving licence, but we do make accommodations for applicants who don’t drive due to a disability. No drug or alcohol related offence on driving record within the last five years is permitted. Additional Information CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Assistant Support Worker & Social Care Worker
Job Summary Nua Healthcare Services is one of Ireland’s leading Care Providers. We provide Residential, Supported Living, Day Services and Community Outreach Services to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support requirements. Benefits of joining Nua Healthcare! CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Social Care Worker
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – WEST REGION TEMPORARY PART TIME SOCIAL CARE WORKER CRANNMÓR CHILDREN’S RESPITE SERVICE JOB REF: 93246 A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent Social Care Worker appointments within the Children’s Respite Service may be made over the next 6 months. Location: Crannmór Children’s Respite Services provides respite services to children up to 18 years of age who have a wide range of needs including those with autism, physical disability, medical needs and behavioural needs Crannmór Respite service comprises of two respite units. The appointee will be required to work between both units. The Role: The Social Care Worker will fulfil a key-worker and supportive role for the children/young people; aim to provide an environment where the children/young people will be safe and secure; be responsible for all aspects of personal care required by the individual child/young person (including support with their meals, personal hygiene, and other related aspects of physical well-being, to the extent required by the child)/young person); lead the shift where required; work in a constructive, flexible and positive manner with all colleagues and will actively participate in, and contribute to, ensuring compliance with HIQA standards. Reporting/Responsible To: Team Leader/Service Coordinator/Sector Manager Qualifications/Experience: The successful candidates must have – Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: (i) 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 (ii) Hold a schedule 3 qualification (see note 1 below*). 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.html OR (iii) Hold a comparable qualification recognised by Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU OR iv) Applicants who satisfy the conditions set out in Section 91 of the Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005, (see note 2 below*), 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. Note 1* Schedule 3 Qualifications. This is a qualification listed in Schedule 3 of the Health and Social Care Professions Act 2005 for existing practitioners under section 91.Candidates who hold Schedule 3 qualifications can apply to register with CORU during the two year period after the register opens up to the 30th November 2025. Once the transitional period is over -30th November 2025, only qualifications approved by a Registration board will be considered. Note 2* Section 91 candidates are individuals who qualified before 30th Nov 2023 and have been engaged in the practice of the profession in the Republic of Ireland for a minimum of 2 years fulltime (or an aggregate of 2 years fulltime), between 30th November 2018 and 30th November 2023 are considered to be Section 91 applicants under the Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005 • A full clean manual Driving Licence, which qualifies you to drive manual transmission vehicles on Irish roads is an essential requirement. It may also be necessary for the appointee to obtain a Class D1 Driving Licence (if not already in possession of one). Assistance will be given towards this purpose of obtaining a class D1 licence. • A minimum of 6 months experience working within a health care/intellectual disability environment. Experience in working with and supporting individuals with a variety of support needs is essential. This may include autism, complex medical needs, mental health, behavioural challenges and physical disabilities. Experience working with children is an advantage. • Fluency in verbal and written English is an essential requirement of this post and proficiency in I.T. skills. Skills: Candidates must demonstrate: • Leadership skills; • Excellent organizational and planning skills, with the ability to set goals, put into action and follow through; • The ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms; • Creativity and initiative; • Innovation and an ability to be self-motivated; • Commitment to current best practice and co-operating in an interdisciplinary team environment with a person-centred philosophy; • The ability to exercise good judgement, discretion and confidentiality; • Patience and a sense of humour; • A good knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support and how to follow Behaviour Support Plans; • Actively lead the service and the staff team when assigned to you by the Team Leader or the Programme Manager. Working Hours: 1 post x temporary part-time – 60 hours per fortnight. The posts are based on a 14 day duty roster. The successful candidates will be required to work days, weekends, public holidays, night duty and sleep-ins as required to meet service needs. The Brothers of Charity model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual. Annual Leave: 22 days pro rata per annum. Appropriate service related leave will be granted after 5 and 10 years’ service respectively. Remuneration: Department of Health Social Care Worker salary scale (01/08/2025) - €40,351 x 10 increments – €55,599 (max) pro rata per annum. LSI €56.650 pro rata per annum is payable after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. Tenure: 1 x temporary, part-time and pensionable linked on a specific purpose basis to a permanent staff member’s redeployment. Probation: A probationary period of 9 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. Full job description attached Informal enquiries for the above post can be made to Ciara Donoghue Clarke, Children’s Service Coordinator 087 3999921 Closing date for receipt of completed application forms on-line is 5pm on Thursday 26th February 2026 The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer INDW
Dog Groomers and Groomers Assistants
Petmania Grooming Studios is currently the largest and most successful grooming business in the country and boasts some of the most talented and committed Groomers available. We run busy energetic grooming studios where you will be expected to not only groom our canine customers to a very high standard, but treat our human customers with the same level of customer service you would like to receive yourself. We are currently recruiting for full and part time Groomers and Groomers Assistants for our Galway Store! The successful candidates will join the experienced grooming team in their local store, and take part in all grooming activities including; If you would like to join this team, you must hold a QQI level 5, iPET Network Level 3 Diploma or City and Guilds in Grooming and have at least 1 year’s practical experience in a grooming role.
Project Officer
Essential Qualifications and Skills Candidates must: • have the requisite knowledge, skills and competencies to carry out the role to a high standard; • be capable and competent of fulfilling the role to a high standard; • have obtained at least Grade O6 (formerly D3) in five subjects in the Leaving Certificate Examination (higher, ordinary, applied or vocational programmes) or equivalent or have passed an examination at the appropriate level within the QQI qualifications framework which can be assessed as being of a comparable to Leaving Certificate standard or equivalent or higher or have appropriate relevant experience which encompasses equivalent skills and expertise. Desirable Qualifications and Skills • Excellent administration, organisational and communication skills • The ability to work under pressure in a highly complex and busy environment • Knowledge of construction sector, labour markets, training and programme development • A proven track record managing projects with multiple stakeholders • Working knowledge of quality assurance procedures and policies, ideally in relation to academic programme development • Excellent IT Skills • Ability to work independently or as part of a team • The ability to establish and maintain good working relationships • Excellent interpersonal skills to deal with enquiries • A full clean driver’s licence Overview of the Role This role is funded by the Green Accelerator Skills Programme (GRASP) which is supported by the PEACEPLUS Programme and managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB). There is a significant Green Skills deficit in the combined cross-border Construction Sector. This is contributing to considerable underachievement of environmental targets and increased levels of public expenditure. The GRASP Project Officer will coordinate the GRASP project scope of Atlantic Technological University (ATU) in collaboration with relevant academic departments and support functions as well as external GRASP partners and management. The Project Officer will have a travel budget and will coordinate the development and delivery of new and existing academic training programmes for GRASP learners and will also be involved in recruitment, administration and financial reporting as required by the GRASP project management team. Duties • Collaborate with ATU academic and support staff, GRASP partners and management team as well as other external stakeholders. • Management of financial budgets, schedules and plans for programme development and delivery on behalf of ATU and the GRASP project. • Act as the primary point of contract for the GRASP project, both internally and externally to ATU to ensure effective communication and delivery of the GRASP brief. • Carry out all duties as required by the GRASP project in collaboration with relevant ATU staff and external partners. • Manage the GRASP budget including travel and subsistence, programme development and delivery costs, overheads, equipment and consumables. Raising and management of purchase orders on Agresso. • Assisting with reports to other ATU functions and external bodies – HR, Finance, audits etc as required. • Take part in various promotional activities to recruit learners onto the GRASP training programmes. • Undergo training as required. • Any other administrative duties as and when required Salary Salary Scale (€57,897 - €70,733) Candidates external to the sector may be appointed up to the 3rd Point (€60,959) of the Salary Scale in accordance with University Policy Hours of Work 35 hours per week
