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Local Authority Graduate Planner Recruitment
We are recruiting graduates from 10 skill areas We are recruiting suitable candidates to become Graduate Planners with 26 of the 31 City & County Councils in Ireland. The Local Government Ireland Graduate Planner Programme offers graduate planners a rewarding and impactful career in one of 26 of Ireland’s city or county councils. As a graduate planner in a city or county council, you’ll be part of a dynamic, supportive and forward-thinking team that’s dedicated to shaping our towns, cities and rural areas. You’ll get the opportunity to work on innovative projects that positively influence the built environment, support local economies, and enhance the quality of life of local communities Why Local Government? As a Graduate Planner in a Local Authority, you have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the future development of our communities. While furthering your career as a professional planner. What does a City or County Council Planning Department do? The planning department within Local Authorities regulate and manage development within their county boundaries. Planning departments are responsible for building sustainable communities, creating detailed plans that act as a framework to guide future development, as well as providing expert planning advice, processing planning applications, and enforcing regulations to ensure sustainable growth in our cities and towns. Which City & County Councils will be hiring Graduate Planners 26 of the 31 City & County Councils will be hiring Graduate Planners as part of this recruitment campaign. For the purposes of the recruitment campaign the country and the 26 Councils are divided up into 5 regions. You can apply for a Graduate Planner position in only two regions. Within each region you will be able to apply for up to a maximum of 5 local authorities within each region). Who can apply?? You can apply if you are: • a recent graduate with an honour in a level 8 Honours degree or higher in Planning, or • due to graduate this year and expect to achieve an honour in a level 8 Honours degree or higher and • entitled to work in the Republic of Ireland. Existing local authority staff members can also apply if you hold the necessary qualifications detailed above. Applicants should also possess the following attributes, • Passion for shaping communities and tackling town planning challenges and a collaborative mindset • Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills It is highly desirable that applicants should at the time of commencing employment hold a current valid unendorsed driving licence in respect of Category B vehicles and have access to your own vehicle. It should be noted by applicants that if you are assigned to a rural County Council your employer will require that you are able to undertake work related trips using your own vehicle as soon as possible after commencing employment. The Local Government Management Agency (LGMA) is co-ordinating the Local Authority Graduate Programme recruitment campaign on behalf of the 26 individual City & County Councils in the Republic participating in this national recruitment competition. If successful, you will be offered an employment contract with an individual City or County Council Eligibility qualifications and competence to compete To be eligible for these vacancies, applicants must be able to show the following. 1. Graduate status On or before the date on which a local authority makes you a formal job offer you must provide formal documentation confirming that you have recently achieved an honour in an honours degree (Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications). 2. Undergraduates and post-graduate students At the time of application, if you are still a final-year undergraduate or postgraduate student, you can still apply and complete all stages of the application and recruitment process. If you are a final year student and yet to be assigned a grade, you will be asked on the application form to detail the award your course of study will lead to and what grade you expect to obtain when you do graduate. However, you must have proof of having achieved the required award level required (i.e.) an honour in a level 8 honours degree or masters. You must show this to the potential employer as part of the normal pre-employment checks process before they can make any job offer to you. If you can’t prove at the job offer stage that you have achieved at least an honour in an honours degree or masters, a job offer will not be made. Applicants will not receive any job offers if they have been: • asked to repeat exams or • asked to resubmit elements of their final year course work so that their final results can be issued by the university or educational institute where they did the course of study Applicants must ensure that they are in a position to commence employment when required by the employing Council. As part of your employment you must ensure that you will be able to physically attend the Council offices, on a full-time basis, to begin with. 3. Competency You must also be able to show at interview that you have the competencies for the role of a Graduate Planner. These competencies are defined in Appendix 1 of this document. Certain citizenship requirements that will determine whether you can apply or not. Applicants must, by the date of any job offer, fit into one of the categories below Citizen of the European Union You are a citizen of one of the 27 member countries of the European Union Citizen of EEA You are a citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of: • the European Union • Iceland • Liechtenstein • Norway Citizen of the UK You are a citizen of the United Kingdom (UK) Switzerland You are a citizen of Switzerland as defined in the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons Spouse or child You are a non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and have a stamp 4 visa International protection You are: • a person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015, or • a family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification, and • someone with a stamp 4 visa Parent or dependent You are 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 • have a stamp 4 visa Valid Department of Justice visa stamp You must hold a valid visa stamp issued by the Department of Justice which clearly allows you to reside in the country and seek employment, for example, stamp 1g. Existing local authority staff If you are a current employee of a City or County Council and possess an honour in a level 8 honours degree in Planning or higher, then you can apply for the position of a Graduate Planner, as long as your current post has a salary scale that starts below the starting salary for a Graduate Planner (i.e.) €38,956. Ex-public servants who previously availed of incentivised early retirement or a Voluntary Redundancy Scheme You must tell us if you have previously availed of: • a public service scheme of incentivised early retirement, and, or • the collective voluntary redundancy scheme. This collective scheme is detailed in Circular Letter LG(P) 06/2013. You must tell us if you are entitled to a Public Service pension benefit (in payment or preserved) from any other Public Service employment. You must also tell us where you have received a payment-in-lieu for service in any Public Service employment. Why should I apply? Local government is a great place to start and grow your career. The main benefits to working as a Graduate Planner in a City or County Council include: • Starting salary of €38,956 with annual increments • 24 days annual leave per year • Flexible work arrangements • Comprehensive mentoring and structured development programme for career growth as a Planner in Local Government • A structured career pathway that allows you to progress in your chosen career as a professional Planner • Supportive work environment with a focus on well-being Making an application To apply for the Local Authority Graduate Programme, go to www.localgovernmentjobs. ie/graduates and click on and fill out the online application form. The application form asks for details about you, your education and your previous periods of employment. It also asks you to choose the local authorities you are interested in applying for. You can apply for a Graduate Planner position in more than one local authority. Number of Councils that you can apply for Number of regions in which you can apply for a Graduate Planner position 2 regions (max) Maximum number of Councils within a region to which you can apply for a Graduate Planner position 5 local authorities in each region (max) You must select an order of priority (1 to 5 with 1 being your highest priority) for the City or County Council chosen in each of your two regions. You can choose to only apply for one region, but it does reduce your chances of securing employment as a Graduate Planner. However, you should not select a City or County Council as one of your 5 choices if you have no intention of taking up employment with that Council. The LGMA will endeavour to ensure that following your interviews the Council you will be assigned to will match your choice of employers. However, unless you score the highest marks at the interview and are placed high up on the panel, we cannot guarantee that you will be assigned to either your no 1 or 2 choices Graduate Planner Development Programme As a Graduate Planner recruit you will take part in a structured development Programme which will be delivered over the duration of your contract. This programme has been designed to meet the demands of Graduate Planner entrants to local government. The aim of the development programme is to make sure that at the end of the three years you will have developed the necessary skills needed to advance your career on to the next level of Planner with your employer (i.e.) Assistant Planner. Each Council will invest in the training and development of the Graduates Planners they recruit. Your employer will provide supports and experience that the Graduates will need to fulfil your potential. Main features of the Graduate Planner development programme The main features and components of the three-year Graduate development programme include: • Block start for all Graduates • Group induction and orientation (centrally delivered) once all Graduate Planners commence employment • Enrolment in the suite of the Planning training courses developed to meet the specific needs of Local Government Planners by the sectors Planning Services Training Group (PSTG) • Dedicated mentoring supports from senior planners • Competency based interview preparation prior to applying for an Assistant Planner vacancy Competency skills and knowledge needed by Graduate Planners are as follows, Purpose and Change • You can demonstrate an understanding of the role played by a local authority on behalf of its citizens and the type of work related to their chosen skills area that local authorities engage in. • You can provide an example of how your qualification and experience to date can be applied to the role of a Graduate Planner? Delivering Results • You can provide an example of where they had to problem solve and contribute to successful solutions of problems encountered. • You can provide an example of where they have had to apply their academic qualification to delivering results as part of a team or as an individual. • You can provide an example of where they have delivered quality work and/or academic project to prescribed deadlines. Personal Performance • You can demonstrate the ability engage in two-way dialogue with interviewers and communicate effectively. • Display an understanding of how your skills and knowledge can contribute positively to the efficient delivery of services to the citizen. • You can provide an example of where you have worked effectively with a variety of colleagues in a team. Personal Effectiveness • You can provide an example of when you have been given responsibility where others were relying upon them doing what they were asked. • You can provide an example of where you have worked to deadlines and demonstrated resilience when setbacks were encountered. • You can provide an example of when you have had to show high levels of initiative, ownership of an assigned tasks and demonstrated self-motivation and self-sufficiency. Local Authority Graduate Programme 17 In addition, interviewers will be tasked with exploring you the interviewee’s knowledge and understanding of planning and how planning relates to the functions of a local Council. Knowledge & Understanding of Skills Area being interviewed for • Clarify with you the applicant which of your qualifications is most relevant to the skills area they have applied for? Can they explain why they believe it is relevant? • You can display an understanding of what role the Planning section of a Council plays and what types of services does it provide to the public? • You can identify what in your opinion is the most important part/aspect of the role of a Council’s Planning Officer? • You can provide an example of when you applied your academic learning or skills in an actual real life/work/academic situation?
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Social Care Worker & Assistant Support Worker
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General Manager
Seamus Crotty, Managing Director, is delighted to announce that Ballyfin Demesne is now recruiting for a General Manager to join our leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and ambitious individual to join an award-winning hotel located in the heart of Ireland, in Co. Laois. Ballyfin Demesne is the proud recipient of 3 Michelin Keys and also recently awarded a Michelin star for our Restaurant, headed by the exceptionally talented Richard Picard-Edwards. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the General Manager (GM) will be responsible for leading the hotel's day-to-day operations, ensuring we are consistently and effectively delivering on our exceptional 5-star guest service. This is a full-time, permanent position working 5 days over 7 days, Monday to Sunday. This is a hands-on operational role where presence is key to success. A strong background in Food and Beverage Operations is highly advantageous. Main duties include, but are not limited to: The successful candidate will be a strong and collaborative leader, with a strong background in Food & Beverage and hotel operations. This is an amazing opportunity to work in one of the worlds top hotels. It is also a great stepping stone for an individual who wants to take on their first role as a General Manager. If you think you are a great fit for this role, please apply via the Careers section on our website or via the below link.
Social Care Worker Contract Day Services
SOCIAL CARE WORKER Laois Day Services - Monday to Friday Fixed Term Full Time 12 month Contract We are recruiting for the position of Social Care Worker to work as part of a dynamic team supporting Individuals within the Laois Day Services. The successful candidates will be provided with the opportunity to support individuals with independent living skills, community inclusion and the promotion of their personal health and wellbeing. They will be given the opportunities and resources to encourage and motivate individuals in pursuing their personal interests and life goals. We are looking for an ambitious and enthusiastic Social Care Worker to support, encourage and motivate individuals to lead a fulfilling life. Requirements: · Relevant recognised Diploma in Social Care / Applied Social Studies in Social Care (Level 7 on National Framework of Qualifications), Please note social care candidates must be registered with CORU or provide confirmation from CORU that they have commenced the process of registration. · Experience of delivering quality supports with achievable outcomes; · Knowledge of New Directions Interim Standards and Person Centred Plans; · Excellent organisational, logistical and I.T skills an advantage; · Knowledge and Experience in Autism · Lone working/Individual Support; · Full Current Manual Driving Licence; · Suitability as outlined in the introduction to the role. We require staff members to be willing to work alone in Day Services. Closing Date for receipt of completed applications: Wednesday 4th June 2025 @ 10.00am To apply and for further details please go to our web page at Current Vacancies Muiriosa Foundation Informal enquiries to: Barbara Challoner 087 1755208 (Mon – Fri 9.00am – 4.00pm) N.B. When applying for positions on Rezoomo it is recommended to use a PC, Laptop or Tablet as some mobile phones are not compatible with this software.
Staff Nurses & Social Care Workers Residential Services
STAFF NURSES & SOCIAL CARE WORKERS Laois Residential Services Various Contracts Available We are recruiting for Social Care Workers & Staff Nurses to join us in our Laois Residential Services. The successful candidates will be provided with the opportunity to support individuals with independent living skills, community inclusion and the promotion of their personal health and wellbeing. Our wide variety of services provide full time residential support to individuals with physical and/or intellectual disabilities/autism in both individualized and group settings. Requirements: Closing Date for receipt of completed applications: Wednesday 4th June 2025 @10.00am Please note that the successful candidates will be required to be available for any of day, weekend, waking night duty and ‘sleep-over / over-night’ shifts. In addition, we require staff members to be willing to work alone in the residents’ homes. To apply and for further details please go to our web page at Current Vacancies Muiriosa Foundation Informal enquiries to: Colm Heffernan 087 9810958 (9.00am to 4.30pm) N.B. When applying for positions on Rezoomo it is recommended to use a PC, Laptop or Tablet as some mobile phones are not compatible with this software.
Executive Technician
THE COMPETITION Laois County Council is inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for the above competition. Laois County Council will, following the interview process, form a panel for the post of Executive Technician from which future temporary and permanent vacancies may be filled. THE ROLE The Executive Technician is a key support position within the Council and is assigned to a service delivery area or to support a functional area as required. The Executive Technician will work under the direction and management of the Senior Executive Engineer/Chief Technician or analogous grade or other employee designated by the Senior Executive Officer, Senior Engineer or Director of Services as appropriate. The role involves supporting managers and colleagues and working as part of a team in meeting work goals and objectives and delivering quality services to internal and external customers. The role requires a clear knowledge and understanding of local authority services and 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. Successful applicants may be assigned to any service area/role within the Local Authority by the Chief Executive at any time. The Person: The ideal candidate must be able to demonstrate through their application form and at the interview, that they have sufficient experience and a proven track record in the following: · A background in civil/construction services, with capacity for supervision and quality control in engineering construction · Good professional technical knowledge and skills, capable of producing, interpreting and amending civil engineering drawings · High level of proficiency in AutoCAD · Preparation of detailed design drawings for contract documents using AutoCad, for various types of construction projects with an emphasis on house construction / housing schemes · Working knowledge of using the Building Regulations and Technical Guidance Documents · Proficiency in GIS · GIS map productionincluding GIS data collection, conversion/editing, integration, updating, quality assurance and management and GIS System deployment and maintenance · Create and present GIS data reports and mapping · Mapping Queries and Land Registry · Preparation of detailed reports, undertake house and site surveys to record data and process information using computer systems, GPS, as required for the preparation of asset and general layouts. · Ability to prepare and present technical reports · Ability to work independently or within multi-disciplinary teams · Ability to work on his/her own initiative · Good interpersonal and communication skills and have the ability to engage with a wide range of people · Good organisational skills · Good IT and presentation skills including a working knowledge of Access database and Microsoft Office · Good understanding of safety management in the workplace including Health and Safety Legislation and Regulations THE QUALIFICATIONS 1. CHARACTER Each candidate must be of good character. 2. 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. 3. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms – 1. Have passed the NCEA/HETAC National Certificate Final Examination in the following: - - Civil Engineering or - Geo-surveying or - Construction Studies or - Construction Studies in Building Maintenance or - Construction Studies in Architectural Graphics or - hold an equivalent qualification, and Have at least 5 years post qualification experience OR Have at least five years satisfactory relevant experience in a technician post at Grade II or higher level in a Local Authority or an analogous post. 2. Have a wide knowledge of all the technical aspects of local authority work and also a deeper knowledge of at least one section of the work; 3. Possess adequate training and experience relating to dealings with other departments within their own organisations and with other bodies, and 4. Have adequate experience in the supervision and control of staff. 5. Hold a current full driving licence in respect of category B vehicles or equivalent in the EU Model Driving Licence. Competencies for the Post: Candidates will be assessed at interview under the following competencies. The candidates at the interview will be questioned on at least some of the indicators listed below under each competency. Candidates at interview must achieve a minimum 50% of the total marks available in each of the competencies to qualify for inclusion on a panel. Technical Knowledge and Change · Demonstrate the knowledge and understanding of the structure and functions of Local Government · Keeps up to date with current developments, trends, and best practise in their area of responsibility. · Demonstrate the understanding of key challenges facing Local Government and Laois County Council · Understands the role of an Executive Technician. · Has relevant administrative experience · Experience of compiling, preparing and presenting reports, presentations, correspondence etc. · Has knowledge and experience of operating ICT systems · Effective budget and financial and resource management Delivering Results · Organises the delivery of services to meet or exceed the required standard through collaborating with, instructing and motivating stakeholders and by managing resources effectively. · Develops and implements quality assurance measures to achieve compliance with performance standards or benchmarks. · Critically evaluates outcomes and processes used to achieve them. · Is aware of and understands relevant legislation, regulations and policies that govern the Local Authority. Refers to relevant professional documents as required. Performance Through People · Presents ideas effectively to individuals and groups and delivers presentations suited to the nature and needs of the audience. · Motivates others individually and in teams to deliver high quality work and customer focused outcomes. · Develops the competence of team members and helps them meet their full potential. Leads by example in terms of commitments, flexibility and strong customer service ethos. · Prepares for communication, carrying out the necessary research and speaking to the relevant people in advance. · Is effective in communicating a complex or technical message, using language appropriate to the audience. Personal Effectiveness THE PRINCIPAL TERMS & CONDITIONS 1. PARTICULARS: The position is wholetime and pensionable. Laois County Council reserves the right to, at any time, assign an employee to any premises in use by the Council now or in the future. 2. PROBATION: Where a person who is not already a permanent employee of this local authority is appointed, the following provisions shall apply: (a) There shall be a period after appointment takes effect, during which such a person shall hold the position on probation (b) Such period shall be ten months but the Chief Executive may, at his/her discretion, extend such period (c) Such a person shall cease to hold the position at the end of the period of probation, unless during this period the Chief Executive has certified that the service is satisfactory (d) There will be ongoing assessments during the probationary period. Employment may be terminated by either party during probation or at the end of the probationary period on one week’s notice. 3. 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 Circulars. 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 policy. The salary scale for the post of Executive Technician is within the range: €51,407 - €61,504 (LSI 2) in line with circular EL 03/2025. 4. DUTIES: You shall perform such duties as may from time to time be assigned to you in relation to your employment and as may be appropriate to any particular function of any local authority for which the Chief Executive is responsible and carry out such instructions as may be given in relation to the performance of your duties. You shall, if required, act for an employee of a higher level. You may be required to work outside your normal job description from time to time. The duties of the post of Executive Technician include, but are not limited to: · Providing technical services relevant to the area of responsibility to which he/she has been assigned, e.g. site inspection, site surveying, preparation of detailed dimensional drawings, design layout, mapping and graphics, report writing, project tendering and such other duties associated with the role; · Estimating project technical or resource requirements · Preparation of Health & Safety documentation for works. · Reading and reviewing maps, project drawings and plans, technical specifications, etc. · Operating the appropriate technology as required to carry out the work to which he/she has been assigned e.g. AutoCAD, GIS, Map Info, Graphics, Microsoft Office · Working as part of a team · Liaising with other departments, members of the public and external agencies in relation to operational aspects of assigned work · Preparation of public consultation display material and assistance with public consultation requirements · Managing work files and providing progress reports · Supervision of staff/projects assigned to him/her · Contributing to individual staff development, personal development and team development initiatives · Being accountable for efficient and effective processing of work assigned to him/her · Assisting with the preparation of estimates · Undertaking of any duties related to the assigned role. · Such other duties as may be assigned from time to time · The particular duties and responsibilities attached to the post may vary from time to time, without changing the general character of the duties or level of responsibilities entailed. The post holder may therefore be required to perform duties appropriate to the post, other than those detailed above, and to take instructions from and report to, an appropriate Officer or such designated Officer as may be assigned from time to time by the Council 5. DRIVING LICENCE You may on occasion be required to use your car on official business. In such situations you must hold a current clean driver’s licence and have available adequate means of transport. 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. 6. SAFEPASS The Technician shall have on his/her person, at all times, a valid Safepass card. Should the successful candidate not hold a valid Safepass card, he/she must obtain a Safepass card within a specified period of time, prior to taking up appointment. 7 . HEALTH For the purpose of satisfying the requirement as to health it will be necessary for a successful candidate, before he/she is appointed, to undergo at his/her own expense, a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the local authority. On taking up appointment the expense of the medical examination will be refunded to the candidate. 8. RESIDENCE The holder of the position shall reside in the district in which his/her duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. 9. RECRUITMENT Selection of candidates for appointment shall be by means of a competitive interview. a) Shortlisting Process The local authority may decide, by reason of the number of persons seeking admission to a competition, to carry out a shortlisting procedure. The number of persons to be invited, in these circumstances, to interview, shall be determined by the local authority from time to time having regard to the likely number of vacancies to be filled. The local authority may at its discretion, decide that such shortlisting will be based on qualifications, relevant experience and information submitted on the application form.In that regard, candidates should ensure they provide detailed and accurate information in completing the form. Alternatively, the local authority may at its discretion decide to shortlist by way of preliminary interview. b) Competitive Interview Selection of candidates for appointment shall be by means of a competitive interview. The competitive interview shall be conducted by or on behalf of the local authority. The Council is committed to a process of selection on merit, based on fair and open competition. The criteria for judging suitability and ranking will be related directly to the qualification, attributes and skills required to undertake the duties and responsibilities to the standard required in the post. c)Panels A panel may be formed on the basis of the interviews from which Executive Technician will be employed on a full-time permanent capacity within the life of the panel. Temporary contract positions, as they arise may also be offered, within the life of the panel. d) References/Documentary Evidence Each candidate may be required to submit as references the names and addresses of two responsible persons to whom he/she is well known but not related. Candidates may be required to submit documentary evidence to the local authority in support of their application. 10. COMMENCEMENT The local authority shall require a person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of not more than one month and is he/she fails to take up the appointment within such period or such period or such longer period as the local authority in its absolute discretion may determine, the local authority shall not appoint him/her. 11. RETIREMENT : The Single Public Service Pension Scheme (“Single Scheme”) as provided by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 commenced with effect from 1st January 2013. The act introduces new pension and retirement provisions for new entrants to the public service appointed on or after 1st January 2013. Pension age set initially at 66 years; this will rise in step with statutory changes in the SPC age to 67 years in 2021 and 68 years in 2028. The compulsory retirement age of 70 applies. Otherwise the retirement age of the relevant Scheme applies. It should be noted that candidates who are in receipt of a Public Service Pension and are rehired in any paid capacity by a Public Service Body may be liable to have their pension abated. Prior to appointment successful candidates will be obliged to complete a Declaration in relation to previous Public Pensionable Employment. 12. GENERAL DATA PROTECTION REGULATIONS Laois County Council is committed to protecting your personal data and we comply with our obligations under the Data Protection Acts, 1988 – 2018 and the General Data Protection Regulations. Basis for Processing your Personal Information The basis for processing your personal data is to process your application for the position you have applied for with Laois County Council under the Terms of the Employment (Information) Act 1994 and Human Resources Department policies and procedures. Personal data sought for the purpose of recruitment will include your name, your contact details including email address and mobile number, particulars of education, details regarding your record of employment, details of referees and confirmation of if you require an employment permit/visa or work authorisation. When your application form is received, we create a computer record in your name, which contains much of the personal information you have supplied. This personal record is used solely in processing your candidature. You are entitled to obtain at any time, a copy of information about you, which is kept on computer. Sharing of Information Outside of the relevant recruitment team, the information provided in your application form will only be shared for progressing the competition for which you have applied for, with a designated short listing and/or interview board. If, following the competition, you are placed on a panel and offered a position, the information provided in your application form will form part of your Personnel File and may be used for deciding the post to which you are assigned. Furthermore, should you be offered a position and subsequently confirm your interest in the position, the information provided on your application form will be used to request service records, employment references and/or character references as required. Storage period Your application will be retained for one year from the date a panel for this position is formed. In exceptional circumstances panels can be extended for an additional year and your personal data will be kept until the extension has expired (usually a further one year, rarely two years). You will be notified if the panel has been extended after one year and the new expiry date of the panel. Applications which are unsuccessful at interview stage will be retained for one year. Applications that are not progressed to interview stage will be destroyed post competition. If you do not furnish the personal data requested, Laois County Council will not be able to progress your application form for the competition for which you are applying. Laois County Council’s Privacy Statement can be assessed at: https://laois.ie/privacy-statement/ Any attempt by a candidate, or by any person(s) acting at the candidate’s instigation, directly or indirectly, by means of written communication or otherwise influence in the candidate’s favour, any member or employee of the Council or person nominated by the County Council to interview or examine applicants, will automatically disqualify the candidate for the position being sought. Expenses incurred by candidates in attending interview etc., will be at the candidates own expense. Laois County Council is an equal opportunities employer.
Store Manager, Offaly /
Summary From our Head Office to the shop floor and everywhere in between our primary goal is to create and deliver a fantastic customer journey for everyone who shops at Lidl. If you have great leadership skills and you are determined to achieve results, then this is the opportunity for you. Come and talk to us, to see what we’re all about. Please note that as part of your application you will be asked to complete a numerical and verbal reasoning test, designed to provide us with a more in-depth understanding of your skills and your potential as a member of team Lidl. What you'll do Lidl is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements, we will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and want to ensure that all applicants have the same opportunity regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, age, disability, race, religious belief, political opinion or membership of the traveller community.
Reserve Defence Forces
The Reserve Defence Forces are now accepting applications for the Army Reserve and the Naval Service Reserve. We are looking for men and women from all backgrounds who enjoy working as part of a team. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and not more than 39 years of age on date of enlistment. Former members of the PDF or RDF with a minimum of one (1) years' service, can apply to join the RDF up to the age of 45 years of age. (We cannot accept applications from persons under 18 years of age). CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
