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Role: Plumbers Location: Nationwide Work Plumbers required with minimum experience and Professional Plumbers required. You will be required to work on sites / new houses. Requirements; Safe pass and manual handling. Own tools and car will be advantageous. To apply, please click the APPLY NOW button and upload your CV. You’re also welcome to call us on 0879531488 if you’d like to discuss the role.
Supervisor
Main purpose of the role: Manage and motivate your team, ensuring the store operates efficiently and effectively and to provide our customers with the very best customer service experience at all times. The ideal candidate will have/be:
Sales Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. Interact with each customer with great pride, passion and care and inspire shoppers through knowledge and expertise. The ideal candidate will have/be: 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 Customer driven Previous customer service experience is an advantage. Main duties: Actively live Centra brand-values i.e. Proud, Energetic, Imaginative and Community-Based Show a positive attitude and take responsibility for ensuring customers receive an excellent shopping experience Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy Merchandise shelves, ensuring that all areas of the store are presented to the highest standard Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
Crew Member
McDonald's are one of the most recognised brands in the world, and the backbone of our brand is commitment to a set of core values: Serve, Inclusion, Integrity, Community and Family. We live by our values every day and are committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace, providing quality jobs, and making opportunity open to all. Join us and you'll become part of a team, that works together to provide the best customer experience. If you've visited one of our restaurants before, you’ve probably got some idea of what's involved in working here. But you might not realise the variety and scope of the role. We want every McDonald's customer to have a brilliant experience, every time they visit. That means hot food in a clean and friendly restaurant. As a Crew Member, you'll make it happen, whether you're preparing food, serving on the till or being out in the dining areas looking after our customers' needs. You will consistently deliver the highest standards of quality, service and cleanliness in the restaurant. Provide friendly, fast and accurate service. Complete tasks and activities in line with training, company guidelines and management direction. Follow all workplace safety, security and food hygiene procedures. Treat all customers and colleagues with courtesy and respect working as a supportive team member. Friendly, welcoming, courteous and helpful behaviour will come naturally to you and you’ll work well as part of a team. Effective communication skills such as attentive listening, face-to-face verbal communication and eye contact are a must. The ability to maintain high energy levels whilst working both efficiently and productively is essential. Quite simply, you'll be working in our fast moving, high energy environment and we’re looking for a genuine smile, enthusiasm, energy, plus an ability to connect with customers and make them feel valued. Benefits package includes: Holiday pay, Service Awards, Meal allowance, Employee discounts from top high street and online brands and much more.... CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Receptionist
Are you looking for an opportunity to join a high-performance team in our Co. Kilkenny Head Office? About Ifac: Founded in 1975, Ifac is Ireland's specialist professional services firm for the farming, food, agri, and family business sectors. We are an award-winning employer and one of Ireland's Top Ten Accountancy firms. Ifac is also one of Ireland’s Top200 Employers 2025 as listed by the Irish Independent in partnership with Statista, and a PrimeGlobal member firm. As Ireland's largest farming, food, agribusiness and family business professional services firm, ifac is proud to be certified as a B Corporation (B Corp). Our Purpose: Ifac's purpose is to helpits clients to build profitable sustainable futures, so that people and communities across Ireland can thrive. Our Ambition: With a strong focus on global best practice, Ifac has set its ambition to be a global leader in agrifood advisory, while also driving growth and excellence in Ireland's dynamic SME sector. Life at Ifac: Working at Ifac means being part of a dynamic team that values collaboration and professional growth. Ifac emphasises a balanced work-life environment, offering flexible working arrangements and opportunities for continuous learning and development. Our Values At Ifac, we are dedicated to cultivating a workplace grounded in the core values of Energy, Commitment, Foresight, Collaboration, and Respect. Our new receptionist will embody the energy to tackle any challenge, the commitment to the little things, the foresight to anticipate what’s needed, the collaboration to make it possible and the respect the everyone deserves. Making an impact: We build strong client connections through great service, sectoral expertise, and deep engagement. Many of our clients have been with us for generations and we have helped those families build and retain wealth, transition assets, and optimize opportunities. The Role This is a full-time role working in a professional office environment. You will be an important member of our team situated at our reception desk with responsibility for providing support to our team. Candidate Our ideal candidate will be a professional front-office person with at least five years’ experience in a receptionist role. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated individual who can work on their own initiative with;
Executive Officer
The Organisation Established under The Heritage Act 1995, The Heritage Council is a public body whose mission is to develop a wide understanding of the vital contribution that our heritage makes to our social, environmental & economic well-being. For further details visit The Heritage Council website The Heritage Council in Kilkenny has grown significantly in recent years as its role in protecting, promoting, and supporting Ireland’s heritage has expanded. With increasing responsibilities across areas such as conservation, community engagement, research, and heritage education, the organisation has become a central driver of heritage initiatives at both local and national levels. As demand for its programmes and services continues to rise, the need for additional staff has become increasingly important to ensure the Council can effectively manage its growing workload and continue delivering high-quality support to communities and heritage projects throughout the country. The Heritage Council in delivering a recruitment campaign across several sections within the organisation. This campaign reflects the continued growth and expanding remit of the Heritage Council and aims to attract skilled professionals to support its work in heritage conservation, community engagement, policy development, and programme delivery. The Position Background The Heritage Council operates a diverse grants programme which is central to the delivery of its strategic priorities and statutory functions under the Heritage Act 1995. Through these programmes, the Council provides financial support to a wide range of stakeholders, including community groups, non-governmental organisations, local authorities, educational bodies, and other heritage-focused organisations across Ireland. These grants support projects that protect, conserve, and promote Ireland’s rich and varied heritage, while also contributing to broader objectives such as climate action, biodiversity, community engagement, and heritage education. In recent years, the scale and scope of the Heritage Council’s grants programme have expanded considerably, reflecting both increased Government investment and growing demand from the sector. The grants programme now encompasses a broad portfolio of funding schemes, ranging from small community-based initiatives to larger strategic partnerships and multi-annual programmes. This expansion has introduced greater complexity in terms of programme management, governance, monitoring, and reporting requirements. To respond effectively to this growth, the Grants function within the Heritage Council is continuing to evolve and expand. The team plays a critical role in ensuring that funding is administered efficiently, transparently, and in line with public sector requirements. This includes managing application processes, supporting assessment and decision-making, overseeing grant payments, and ensuring appropriate monitoring and compliance throughout the lifecycle of each funded project. The Role The Heritage Council is now seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates with relevant experience for the position of Executive Officer - Grants Management. Reporting to one of the Grants Managers, the post-holder will support the delivery and administration of a number of the Heritage Council’s grant programmes. Working as part of the Grants team, the role will involve managing key stages of the grants lifecycle, including application processing, assessment support, grant offers, monitoring, and reporting, while ensuring strong governance, compliance, and customer service in line with public sector requirements. Main duties and responsibilities The main duties of the role include but are not limited to; • Assist in the management of the ongoing operations of the Heritage Council grants programmes from the application stage, assessment, grant offers, through to evaluation and review of the completed project and approval of grant payments. • Monitoring of projects to ensure grant deadlines are met both internally and externally • Suggest and participate in implementing new systems/processes to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery and workload management. • Preparation of ad hoc reports relating to grant programmes for internal and external stakeholders • Support strong governance and control over programmes and schemes. • Act as the first point of contact for grantees, providing timely and effective customer service to all contacts. • Involvement in workshop delivery for applicants and grantees. • Work with the Communications Team to increase grant programme awareness and assist in driving applications, including supporting the coordination of Heritage Council’s events and promotional activities. • Participate in special projects and perform any other duties as required. Essential Requirements Applicants should be able to demonstrate relevant experience and competencies that support the effective delivery of grant programmes in a busy public-sector environment. In particular, candidates should have: • Analytical and organisational skills, with a high level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the use of formulas, formatting and reporting. • Demonstrable experience working with grant programmes, funding schemes, or similar structured programmes, including managing deadlines, documentation, and reporting requirements. • Experience working with CRM or grant management systems, and an ability to quickly adapt to new systems and processes. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a clear ability to engage positively and professionally with a wide range of stakeholders, including applicants, grantees, and internal colleagues. • A proactive and solutions-focused approach, with an interest in improving systems, processes, and service delivery. Desired Requirements The ideal candidate will also have: • Knowledge of public sector governance/procurement environments and/or experience operating within controlled communications processes. • General understanding/knowledge of the Irish heritage sector and/or familiarity with the Heritage Council’s functions and policy environment. • Experience working in a grant-giving organisation or within a funding function in the public service • The ability to communicate through the Irish language, both verbal and written. Citizenship Requirements Eligible candidates must be, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms; (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. To qualify, candidates must be eligible by the date of any job offer. Conditions of Service Tenure The post is a full-time, permanent position Annual Leave The annual leave entitlement for this role (based on a full-time role) is 23 days per year, rising to 24 days after 5 years’ service, 25 days after 10 years’ service, 26 days after 12 years' service and 27 days after 14 years' service. Place of Work The place of work will be The Heritage Council headquarters, Áras na hOidhreachta, Church Lane, Kilkenny. Blended Working The Heritage Council is pleased to offer a blended working model that supports both collaboration and flexibility. Flexible Working The Heritage Council is committed to providing a supportive and modern working environment and is pleased to offer flexible working arrangements as part of this recruitment campaign. Recognising the importance of work-life balance, the organisation supports a range of flexible options, including blended working, flexible start and finish times. Hours of Attendance The standard working week is 35 hours. The successful candidate will be required to work additional hours from time to time as may be reasonable and necessary for the proper performance of his/her duties subject to the limits set down in the working time regulations. Probation There shall be a period after the appointment takes effect during which the appointed person shall hold such employment on probation. Such period shall be six months, but the Chief Executive may, at her discretion, extend such period. A person may cease to hold such employment at the end of this period at the discretion of the CEO. Retirement / Superannuation The appointee will be offered the appropriate superannuation terms and conditions as prevailing in at the time of being offered an appointment. Effective from 1st January 2013, The Single Public Service Scheme applies to all first-time new 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. All new entrants to pensionable public service employment on or after 1 January 2013 are members of the Single Scheme.
Financial Accountant
Join this dynamic team focused on delivering better nutrition for every step of life’s journey The Opportunity A vacancy has arisen for a Financial Accountant who has the energy, enthusiasm and drive to “make tomorrow happen” at Glanbia Business Services (GBS). This is a fixed term contract position and will report to the Financial Accounting Team Lead. The successful candidate will enjoy working in a fast-paced, innovative environment where there is a key focus on continuous improvement, while delivering high quality, reliable services to other divisions within Glanbia. Responsibilities Where and how you will work The opportunity will be based in Dungarvan, Co Waterford across 2 days per week with hybrid working arrangements available which offer you a greater choice in how you work and live, giving you a better work-life balance. What we would like to offer you! The opportunity to develop your career on a global stage, continuous learning through an on-demand learning platform, and a competitive compensation package including staff discounts, generous family leave policy, health & dental plan, competitive salary. About Glanbia Glanbia is a better nutrition company with three divisions: Performance Nutrition, Health & Nutrition and Dairy Nutrition. Collectively and with our partners we offer an incredible breadth of expertise in nutrition. We employ a team of 5800 people, work with global food and beverage companies, and sell our award-winning and market-leading brands and ingredients in more than 100 countries worldwide At Glanbia, we celebrate diversity, because we know that our individual strengths make us stronger together. We welcome and encourage interest from a variety of candidates, we will give your application consideration, without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. At Glanbia, our culture celebrates individuality, knowing that together we are more.
Shared Services Clerk
The Opportunity Glanbia is a global performance nutrition and ingredients group with operations in 34 countries world-wide. We have leading market positions in sports nutrition, cheese, dairy ingredients, specialty non-dairy ingredients and vitamin and mineral premixes. Our products are sold or distributed in over 130 countries. While Europe and the USA represent our biggest markets, we are continuing to expand into the Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific and Latin America. We employ over 5,800 people globally and our shares are listed on the Irish and London. Stock Exchanges (symbol: GLB) Are you an experienced IT or Finance Shared Services professional and see yourself working with our best people on global projects, creating and enabling new business practices or developing new technology platforms to support our business? If so, then we want to talk to you! At Glanbia Business Services (GBS), the Global IT and Finance Shared Services division of Glanbia, we currently have an opportunity for an experienced Shared Services Clerk to join our team. Primary responsibilities for this role will include: This role is a part of the AP team in the SSC, and will require the flexibility to support the various teams within this function. About Glanbia Glanbia is a better nutrition company with three divisions: Performance Nutrition, Health & Nutrition and Dairy Nutrition. Collectively and with our partners we offer an incredible breadth of expertise in nutrition. We employ a team of 5800 people, work with global food and beverage companies, and sell our award-winning and market-leading brands and ingredients in more than 100 countries worldwide. At Glanbia, we celebrate diversity, because we know that our individual strengths make us stronger together. We welcome and encourage interest from a variety of candidates, we will give your application consideration, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. At Glanbia, our culture celebrates individuality, knowing that together we are more.
Duty Manager
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the store operates efficiently and effectively and provide our customers with the very best customer service and fresh food offering at all times in a clean, safe environment. To deliver on key store targets (sales and profitability) through effective management of people and operations. The ideal candidate will have/be: Minimum 2 years€,, experience in a management position; Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word); Experience balancing cash/tills; Excellent communication skills; Good delegation skills; Highly driven with a strong work ethic; An understanding of how to achieve KPIs and targets; Commerciality and brand awareness; Passion for grocery retail; Thrive in a fast-paced working environment. Main duties: Actively live Centra brand-values i.e. Proud, Energetic, Imaginative and Community-Based; Set, monitor and achieve sales targets with the team on gross profit margin, net margin, waste and other KPIs as agreed with Store Manager; Implement planograms correctly and ensure the correct range is in place in store; Merchandise and present the store to the highest standard; Approachable and a role model who leads by example and encourages teamwork and fosters a positive attitude and atmosphere in the workplace; Ability to develop and promote good communication between employees and management in a safe, respectful and inclusive environment; Support Store Manager in the development and training of the team and in ensuring the smooth running of the store; Manage employee performance, giving regular feedback, recognition and encouragement; Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy; Understand achieving margins in all departments; Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working;
Social Inclusion Analytics & Reporting Administrator
Role Requirement 1 Monitoring and Reporting Administration
