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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.
Facilities Associate Manager
When you’re part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do important work. And you’ll have the opportunity for continual growth and learning in a culture that empowers your development. With revenues of more than $40 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and opportunities to make significant contributions to the world. Are you looking for an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a world-class company? Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is seeking a Facilities Supervisor to join our team in Ireland, Athlone. As a Facilities Supervisor, you will play a crucial role in ensuring flawless operations of our facilities and support the company's mission to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Responsibilities
Assistant Support Worker & Social Care Worker
Job Summary Nua Healthcare Services (Nua) is one of Ireland’s leading Private Healthcare Providers, specialising in Residential and Supported Living Services, to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support needs. 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
Support Manager
The remit of the Carer Supports team is to deliver one to one support to family carers, alongside the design, development and implementation of group and community-based supports. This team will manage the delivery of local events and programmes, through actively supporting and participating in national initiatives of the Carer Support National Programme and Events Team such as the Family Carer of the Year Awards, National Carers Week, respite weekends, and training and education. Using a strengths-based, carer focused approach the Support Manger (SM) will work with the family carer delivering high quality, appropriate supports based on the identified needs of the family carer. Where appropriate, the Support Manager will support the family carer using the Carers Outcome Star, which enables a collaborative and focused conversation across seven recognised areas of carer wellbeing (health, the caring role, time for yourself, how you feel, work, finances, managing at home). The Support Manager will develop an individual person-centred action plan designed to support the family carer through and beyond their care journey. The Support Manager may also advocate on behalf of the family carer with an appropriate external service. The Support Manager will deliver community engagement via community development, delivery of education and training, facilitation of groups and carers clinics, signposting to relevant community services. The role includes organisation of local assemblies, community fora and fundraising and where applicable, the management of a local centre. The Support Manager will report to their network Senior Manager Community Supports East and will engage in reflective practice, supervision and will be an active member of their assigned network. The Support Manager will be required to deliver on agreed individual, network and national targets as identified in the performance management and delivery system agreed with their manager. The following qualifications, skills and experience are required for this role: • QQI Level 7 qualification or higher is desirable in Social Care / Community Development / Psychology / Train the Trainer / Guidance / Counselling / Education / Social Work. • Previous experience providing support to families in a community-based setting. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to establish rapport with a diverse range of people. • Ability to prioritise tasks and work within a dynamic environment. • Excellent IT skills - mainly MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, CRMs, Finance and HR reporting systems, etc. • Experience and confidence using virtual technologies such as 3CX, Zoom, Teams and video conferencing platforms. • Proven networking skills. • Strong people management skills. • Strong facilitation and presentation skills. • Experience engaging in fundraising. • Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, make clear and quick decisions and work with clients in distress. • Effective time management. • Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively within a team. • Flexibility in attitude and approach to the job. • Reflective approach to their work. • A strong work ethic. • Willingness to work outside normal working hours when required. • Full driving licence, with access to car. The following is also desirable: • Experience working with and responding to carers individual needs which may include advocacy. • Experience negotiating with community-based organisations or groups to maximise outcomes for family carers. • At least two years’ experience of working with family carers and / or working within an information provision service. • Understanding of community development / public health approach. • Experience delivering education / training. • Knowledge of challenges facing family carers. • Knowledge of services and supports offered formally and informally within the community services sector. • Experience using the Outcome Star or other assessment methodologies. Terms & Conditions: Full time permanent contract (37 hours per week across Monday - Friday). Flexibility to travel to meetings as required is essential. The remuneration for this role includes a salary of €43,260 and access to a defined contribution pension scheme. The annual leave entitlement is 26 days per year.
Material Controller
Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards Job Description Job Description When you’re part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do challenging work, and join a team that values performance, quality and innovation. As part of a successful, growing global organization you will be encouraged to perform at your best. With revenues of more than $40 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and chances to create significant contributions to the world. Managed Services is a business segment that supports the Customer Channels Group, which provides critical outsourced on-site services at customer locations focused on improving supply chain and research operations efficiency and effectiveness. The position is focused primarily on scientific support services within Managed Services core offerings of: Stockroom and point-of-use inventory management, sourcing and order management, dock management and laboratory support services. How will you make an impact? The position of Site Specialist is focused primarily on scientific support services within our Managed Services core offerings of: Order entry & order management. Operating customer procurement systems. Stockroom services - material handling, shipping/receiving. Chemical tracking. Glass wash operations. Other Lab support services. What’s in it for you? • You are working with direct supervision. • You are self-managed and motivated. • Your work is based on a pre-established schedule, with clear performance goals. What will you do? • Makes on-site program replenishments and disbursements. Performs stockroom duties to include: receiving, put-away, stock rotation, cycle counts, systematic replenishment and other functions according to customer requirements. • Customer service activities which may include: order entry, processing of backorders, completing 3rd party & agent buys. • Perform laboratory services such as glassware collection/cleaning, biological waste collection/sterilisation, media preparation, and/or chemical inventory receipt/reconciliation. • Follows well defined procedures as outlined by Best Practices, SOP’s & work instructions. Take direction from Team leader regarding daily duties. • Always represents Thermo Fisher Scientific throughout customer locations, professionally and positively. • Performs other duties as assigned by management. Keys to Success: Education • Leaving cert or equivalent required. Experience • Stock control and Warehousing Knowledge, Skills, Abilities • Be able to read, write and speak English fluently. • Ability to work based on defined performance goals. • Must maintain Thermo Fisher Scientifics’ Four-I Values. • Strong desire to serve the customer. • Strong communication skills and customer focus to deliver excellent customer service including maintaining a professional appearance at all times. • Use a computer and possess basic skills in Microsoft Office. • Physical Requirements / Work Environment • Works primarily at customer locations, in office environment to include cubicles and/or in and around shipping/receiving docks, stock rooms, storage locations and laboratory environments. May be required to work independently at customer location. • Extensive walking may be required. • May be able to use material handling equipment such as push carts and pallet jacks. • Depending on area of building, personal protective equipment may be worn to include lab coats, coveralls, hood, facemask, hairnets, safety gloves, and safety glasses. • Able to lift, push and pull 15kgs consistently; may be required to lift 20 kgs. Benefits We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation! Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.
Facilities Manager
Who we are At Mergon, we mould ideas for a sustainable future. We work with leading brands like Tesla, BMW, Xerox and Abbott to design, manufacture and deliver sustainable products for the vehicles and equipment of the future. We care deeply about our colleagues, customers and our community and we have a curiosity that constantly pushes us to innovate and improve. We are competent, capable and we invest in our people and in our processes to ensure we continue to grow and do our best work every day. Role Overview We are seeking a proactive and experienced Facilities Manager to oversee the maintenance and efficiency of our manufacturing plant and associated infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in facilities management within an industrial or manufacturing environment, with a focus on compliance, preventative maintenance, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities:
Lairage Operative
Kepak Group is a leading name in meat production across Europe, renowned for our commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainability. With facilities located in key regions, including our Kilbeggan plant, we pride ourselves in providing premium products while maintaining ethical practices. We are currently looking for Lairage Operatives for our Kilbeggan facility. This is an essential role within our abattoir operations, focusing on the welfare of livestock and ensuring our processing standards are upheld. Position: Lairage Operative Location: Kilbeggan Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, 6:00 am - Finish. Key Responsibilities:
Healthcare Assistant
Join our team as a Healthcare Assistant! No prior experience? No problem! We provide accredited QQI training alongside ongoing development opportunities to help you thrive in this rewarding role. As a Healthcare Assistant, you will be responsible for providing essential support to individuals who require assistance with daily tasks, personal care, and maintaining their independence. Why Choose us? Excellent pay rates: Earn from €15.35 - €21.35 Bank Holiday: Double paid on Bank Holidays Weekend Rate: Saturday & Sunday Rate Flexible Scheduling: Flexible working hours Sign On Bonus: Receive a €200 bonus (paid after 3 months) Refer a Friend: Earn €200 for successful referrals QQI Courses: QQI enrolment and support* Employee Recognition rewards Career progression & education opportunities Cycle to Work Scheme Wellbeing package Local business benefits Qualifications & Experience: Experience: 1 year of paid home care experience AND/OR: QQI Level 5 (Care Skills and Care of the Older Person) - we can help you achieve this Drivers licence: Hold a full driving licence with access to a car. Communication Skills: Good standard of English - both spoken and written Flexibility: Must be available to work alternative weekends ABOUT US At Connected Health, we don't just offer a job – we offer careers that are at the forefront of transforming the way homecare is delivered across Ireland. We recognise that the individuals we employ are pivotal to driving this transformation within the sector. That's why, at Connected Health, our mission is unwavering: to continually attract, recruit, and develop the finest homecare team. Connected Health is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, good relations, respect for diversity and inclusion in the workplace and the delivery of its services to clients. It is also committed to ensuring that the talents and resources of all its employees are utilised to the full. Connected Health welcome applications for all job roles from members of all communities. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Graduate Recruitment 2026 Professionally Qualified Social Worker
Job Summary The Child and Family Agency was established on 1st January 2014 and is responsible for a range of statutory functions including provision of child protection, alternative care, specified regulatory services and a range of family support services. The Agency has commenced a major improvement programme with significant focus on Practice, Culture and Structure. The Agency currently has responsibility for a budget of circa €1.2billion and delivers its services through over 5,500 people in 259 locations across the Country. The Child and Family Agency has responsibility for the following range of services •Child Protection and Welfare •Parenting, Family Support and Early Help Services •Alternative Care •Birth Information & Tracing and Adoption •Tusla Education Support Services (TESS) •Children’s Service Regulation •Counselling and Therapeutic Supports Further information is available on www.tusla.ie Purpose of Role The purpose of the post is to provide a social work service that seeks to improve the health and social wellbeing of the service users within the context of the local communities. S/he will achieve this thorough the implementation of an accessible, equitable, person-centred service. Job Objectives Main Duties and Responsibilities Professional / Clinical The Professionally Qualified Social Worker will: •Provide a direct point of access for the local community and offer initial and holistic social assessment and intervention to children, youth, families and groups. •Provide an initial assessment service to the care group and to develop referral procedures with other social work networked services. •Identify service users’ individual and collective needs in partnership with them and co-create early interventions and/or social action strategies to meet those needs. •Manage and prioritise a caseload appropriate to the post. •Provide supportive counselling, emotional and practical support, and information to service users and their families. •Adopt a holistic approach aimed at enhancing the quality of life, health and social well-being of all persons within the service area. •Promote independence, self-reliance, self-determination and empowerment with persons in their environment, with families and local groups. •Make it possible for service users to advocate for their own needs, or where appropriate advocate on behalf of service users. •Plan, deliver and engage in systemic interventions as appropriate with children, youth and families, groups, organisations and communities. •Participate and take leadership in community needs assessment and ongoing community involvement including initiating and participating in prevention and health promotion activities. •Deliver social work service in collaboration with other disciplines / agencies as required, in appropriate settings reflecting the needs of the service user. •Assess where social conditions are a major factor in health and social wellbeing, consult and plan with the service user/ relevant team/ service and arrange appropriate social services for those who need them. •Monitor and evaluate outcomes of person centred care plans for individual service users. •Actively participate as a member of the relevant team/ service in team building and change management initiatives. •Attend case conferences, meetings and other relevant fora as required. •Attend court, tribunals etc as required. •Work within current legislation, relevant policies and procedures, guidelines and protocols as laid down by the employer. •Incorporate Social Work values and ethical principles in planning, developing, implementing and reviewing interventions. •Implement models of best practice / evidence based practice. •Work within a key worker / case worker system, providing a co-ordinating role for case management where appropriate. •Take direction from his / her line manager. •Take an active role in an appropriate level of planned professional supervision, in accordance with the local/ national Supervision Policy. •Engage in reflective practice. •Deputise for the Social Work Team Leader as agreed / appropriate. •Promote a culture that values diversity and respect in the workplace. •Keep the Team Leader fully informed and up-to-date on all significant matters. Education & Training The Professionally Qualified Social Worker will: •Maintain standards of practice and levels of professional knowledge by participating in continuous professional development initiatives and attendance at courses as appropriate. •Engage in career and professional development planning in collaboration with the Social Work Team Leader / Principal Social Worker. •Keep up to date with advances in Social Work research, and ongoing review and evaluation of literature relevant to the assigned area. •Keep abreast of developments in national policies and strategies and international best practice. •Keep up to date with organisational developments within the Irish Health Service. •Act as a resource by participating in the induction, education and training of Social Work colleagues, other health professionals and service user groups as required. •Participate in the practice education of student Social Workers. •Support and train other staff in accordance with professional standards as appropriate. •Foster an understanding of the role and contribution of social work by providing professional consultation and education to other members of the service. Administrative The Professionally Qualified Social Worker will: •Maintain a high standard of documentation, including service user files in accordance with local guidelines and the Freedom of Information (FOI) Act. •Maintain accurate up to date records and files, and submit activity data as required. •Write accurate, clear, concise and purposeful reports. •Ensure the maintenance of service user and data confidentiality. •Contribute to the development and implementation of information sharing protocols and audit systems. •Contribute to policy development, performance monitoring and budgetary control of service in conjunction with the Social Work Team Leader/ Principal Social Worker. •Collaborate with the Social Work Team Leader / Principal Social Worker or designate in developing the role of the Social Worker and the service e.g. through planning, audit, production of standards, continuing education, quality improvement initiatives and research. •Assist in ensuring that the social work service makes the most efficient and effective use of developments in IT. Health & Safety •Comply with and contribute to the development of policies, procedures, guidelines and safe professional practice and adhere to relevant legislation, regulations and standards. •Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the service for example National Standards for Child Protection and Care and comply with associated Tusla – Child and Family Agency 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 Description 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 him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Skills Requirement Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and / or Experience Applicants must by the closing date of application have the following: a) Expect to graduate or to have received final year results with at least a second class honours / merit in a degree (Level 8 or higher) in Social Work on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) in 2026. b) Be registered in the Social Work Register maintained by the Social Work Registration Board maintained at CORU (or have entitlement to be registered and obtain registration prior to appointment). c) Maintain live annual registration on the Social Workers Register maintained by the Social Workers Registration Board at CORU d) Must have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. Health A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office 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. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Senior Social Work Practitioner
Purpose of Role: The post holder will have responsibility for contributing to the development and maintenance of high standards of professional practice and implementation of national policies in conjunction with the Principal Social Worker and Social Work Team Leaders. The role will involve peer support, mentoring less experienced staff, assisting in the development and implementation of induction programmes and taking a lead role in the supervision of social work students. Job Objectives Main Duties and Responsibilities Co-ordination/Management The Senior Social Work Practitioner will: The above Job Description 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 him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Skills Requirement Applicants must by the closing date of application have the following: Must be registered in the Social Workers Register maintained by the Social Workers Registration Board at CORU AND Maintain live annual registration on the Social Workers Register maintained by the Social Workers Registration Board at CORU AND Have three years’ relevant post qualification experience AND Must have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability, professional and managerial ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. Knowledge of legislation, policy, procedures and current issues in Children & Families service. Ability to work in a computer literate environment Health A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office 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. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
