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DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES The duties may include but are not limited to the following, and 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. Below are examples of the role and responsibilities of a Civil Technician Grade II within various departments. However, the lists below are not exhaustive, and the duties may overlap or vary within each area. The actual duties will depend on the actual placement of the post, but in general they will include, but are not limited to, the following: • Have a satisfactory knowledge of the technical and administrative aspects of local authority work. • Use of technical software packages such as AutoCAD or Civil3D/ArcGIS. • Have a knowledge of surveying, including the use of GNSS GPS systems, Total Station and automatic levels. • Understand and be knowledgeable of the regulations and guidelines used when designing roads. • Assisting in the production of preliminary plans, detail design drawings, and contract documents and drawings. • Working on the production of documents for Part VIII Planning or other statutory applications. • Assisting in the preparation of CPO maps, land registry maps and other legal maps. • Carrying out land registry and folio searches. • Comply with the Westmeath County Council Health and Safety Management System. • Demonstrate ability to work as part of a project team and be flexible. • Prepare reports, survey and record data, and process information as required. • Prepare and implement traffic management plans. • Perform day-to-day administrative tasks i.e. maintaining files, preparation of reports and related documentation. • Read and review maps, technical drawings and structural specifications. • Supervise contractors on site and ensure that all works are carried out as per specification and in compliance with the design requirements. • Interact with members of the public, providing information and informing them of upcoming works. • Be responsible for the efficient use of resources, including labour, plant and materials, when supervising the above. • Undertake inspections, take records or samples and compile reports, assist in developing best practice procedures. • Undertake any training as required. • Act for a Technician of a higher rank during his/her absence or as required to do so. • Carry out any other duties that may be assigned by the Senior Engineer/Chief Technician or his/her nominee from time to time. The ideal candidate will demonstrate through their application form and at interview that he/she has: • Good communication and interpersonal skills • Good graphic presentational skills • Ability to prepare and present technical reports • An ability to interpret and critically analyse scientific data • Good organisation skills and discipline • Strong ICT skills QUALIFICATIONS 1. Character Candidates will 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, Training, Experience etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: Each candidate must: (a) Have passed the N.C.E.A. / H.E.T.A.C National Certificate Final Examination/Higher Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) in: Civil Engineering or Geosurveying or Mechanical Engineering or Construction Studies or Architectural Technology/Graphics OR Hold an equivalent qualification, OR (b) Have satisfactory service, immediately preceding the latest date for receipt of completed application forms, in a technician post at Grade II level, or in an analogous post under a local authority or health board in the State. • Non-Irish qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications. Overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. 4. Driving Licence Hold a current clean full driving licence (minimum Class B) and have access to a car at all times for use in their work. 5. Citizenship Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa; or f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate that they have: • Satisfactory knowledge of the technical and administrative aspects of local authority work • Knowledge in AutoCAD or Civil3D, including the preparation of preliminary plans and detail design drawings • Knowledge in surveying, including the principles in using GPS, total stations, and automatic levels • Strong verbal communication skills • Self-motivation with a record of demonstrating initiative and judgment in a workplace environment • Experience in sampling and familiarity with different sampling techniques • Knowledge and skills to undertake duties and the ability to follow and take direction • The capacity to contribute to and work well as part of a dynamic team • The ability to prepare and present technical reports • The ability to interpret and critically analyse scientific data • Knowledge of Health and Safety and relevant guidelines • Ability to provide support to a more senior officer as and when required • The ability to work well with colleagues, the public and wider stakeholders • Strong IT experience PARTICULARS OF OFFICE 1. Salary The current salary scale for the post of Civil Technician Grade II is €34,716 to €51,626 (including Long Service Increments) gross per annum as per Circular EL 07/2025. Payment of increments is dependent on satisfactory performance. Entry point of this scale will be determined in accordance with the circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Planning, Community and Local Government. New entrants to the Local Authority Service commence on the 1st point of the scale in accordance with current Government Policy as set out in Department of the Environment Circular Letter EL 02/2011 of 28 January 2011 and Circular EL 05/2016 dated 5 February 2016. Remuneration is paid fortnightly by PayPath directly to the employee’s nominated bank account. The current pay cycle may be revised during the period of employment. Remuneration is subject to all statutory deductions e.g. PAYE and PRSI. Increments are paid annually subject to satisfactory attendance, conduct and performance and national agreements. Increments may be withheld if performance, attendance and/or conduct are not satisfactory. 2. Superannuation and Retirement Membership of the Local Government Superannuation Scheme or the Single Public Service Pension Scheme is compulsory for all employees. Details of the relevant scheme will be provided to the appointee prior to appointment. A person who becomes a pensionable employee of a local authority who is liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration. A person who becomes a pensionable officer of a local authority who is liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of his/her superannuation to contribute at the rate of 5% of pensionable remuneration. Employees are admitted to the Superannuation Scheme in accordance with the terms of the Local Government Superannuation (Consolidation) Act, 1998 and the Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004, with effect from the date of appointment. This scheme is contributory and provides pension, retirement and death gratuities. For new entrants under the Single Public Service Pension Scheme, effective from 1 January 2013, contributions are 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration and 3% of pensionable remuneration. The compulsory retirement age for new entrants is 70 years. Minimum pension age is 66 years, rising in line with State Pension age changes. 3. Probation (a) There shall be a period after such appointments take effect during which such persons shall hold the position on probation. (b) Such period shall be one year, but the Chief Executive may at his/her discretion extend such period. (c) The person appointed shall cease to hold office at the end of the probation period unless the Chief Executive certifies that the service is satisfactory. 4. Annual Leave The annual leave entitlement shall be 30 days per annum. Granting of annual leave, payment for annual leave and arrangements for public holidays will be governed by the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997 and local agreements. 5. Working Hours Normal working hours are 35 hours per week. Duties may require the successful applicant to work outside of normal hours, including evenings and weekends. All hours worked will be subject to the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997 as amended. You may be required to complete a timesheet in accordance with the Organisation of Working Time Regulations 2001. 6. Sick Leave The terms of the Public Service Sick Pay Scheme will prevail. 7. Location Westmeath County Council reserves the right to assign the successful candidate to any premises in use by the Council, now or in the future. The person appointed will be required to report to their place of work by their own means of transport and at their own expense. 8. Code of Conduct / Organisation Policies Employees are required to adhere to all current and future Westmeath County Council codes of practice, including the Code of Conduct of Employees and all organisational policies. 9. Training It is a condition of employment that successful candidates will be required to participate in training programmes relevant to the skills for the performance of the duties attached to the post. 10. Safety and Welfare Westmeath County Council, as an employer, is obliged to ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work of all its employees. Employees must comply with all safety and health rules and regulations, use protective equipment, and attend required training. 11. Driver’s Licence & Insurance It is desirable that the post holder holds a full driving licence for Class B vehicles and may be required to use their motor car for duties. Travelling and subsistence expenses incurred in the course of official duties will be refunded in accordance with relevant policies. 12. Garda Vetting Successful candidates may be subject to Garda Vetting in advance of appointment. 13. Employee Benefits Examples of current employee benefits include: • Allocation of 30 days annual leave per annum (pro-rata) • Access to Flexi Time Scheme • A range of family-friendly policies • Availability of an Optical Benefit Scheme • Availability of a Cycle to Work Scheme • A range of learning and development opportunities • Paid maternity and paternity leave • Option to become a member of Westmeath County Council Social Club • State-of-the-art office accommodation in Civic Headquarters • Automatic enrolment in a pension scheme • Access to the Employee Assistance Programme
Deli Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Responsible for the preparation of high quality hot and cold deli products and for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. The ideal candidate will have/be:
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: 2 years€,, experience in a customer service facing role is desirable Excellent communication skills The ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment, ability to multi task under pressure The ability to organise work, delegate responsibilities and support team members in the store. Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Be approachable and a role model who leads by example and encourages teamwork and a positive attitude in the workplace Set the standard for other employees in relation to rotation, merchandising and facing off Assist in the induction, training and development of employees Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
Baker
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the Bakery Department operates efficiently and effectively at all times. Provide our customers with excellent quality products and customer service. The ideal candidate will have/be: Previous food preparation and production experience is desirable Qualified baker is a distinct advantage Creative and able to embrace new recipes 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. Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Bake and finish products to the highest standard Drive sales through instore initiatives Merchandise and present the Bakery department to the highest standard at all times and in accordance with relevant store planograms and guidelines Adhere to weekly stocktaking and daily waste procedures in the Bakery Adhere to production planning and batch control guidelines for bakery products Conduct quality and freshness checks Attend relevant training as required and implement learnings in store.
Confectioner
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the Confectionery Department operates efficiently and effectively at all times. Provide our customers with excellent quality products and customer service. The ideal candidate will have/be: A recognised qualification in pastry and/or have at least 2 years€,, experience in a bakery or quality focused restaurant or hotel Creative and able to embrace new recipes 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 Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative; Prepare and present the highest quality bakery items, desserts and pastries Assist in volume production Be passionate about keeping up to date with the latest culinary trends and bring your ideas to the team Drive sales through instore initiatives Merchandise and present the department to the highest standard at all times and in accordance with relevant store planograms and guidelines; Adhere to weekly stocktaking and daily waste procedures in the Bakery Conduct quality and freshness checks Attend relevant training as required and implement learnings in store
Shop Floor Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Merchandise, rotate and face off all stock in assigned department while maintaining hygiene and food standards. The ideal candidate will have/be: Excellent communication skills; Strong attention to detail, organised and flexible; Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team; Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative; Process orders for various departments; Merchandise and present the entire store to the highest standard at all times; Liaise with the Store Manager on changes to layouts, ends and sides and ensure changes are correctly implemented; Implement correct labelling and stock rotation procedures; Ensure deliveries are checked off in line with goods inwards procedures. Keep the back-store tidy and packed away.
Trainee Manager
Main purpose of the role: Support the management team in all aspects of the operation of the store while gaining detailed experience in individual departments throughout the store. The ideal candidate will have/be: 1 years€,, experience in the retail industry is desirable Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) Experience balancing cash/tills is desirable Experience with fresh food Excellent communication skills Good delegation skills Highly driven with a strong work ethic Commerciality and brand awareness Passion for grocery retail Thrive in a fast-paced working environment. Main Duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Set, monitor and achieve sales targets with the team on gross profit margin, net margin, waste and other KPIs as agreed with Store Manager Actively participate in all training and development initiatives, and performance assessments Merchandise and present the entire store to the highest standard at all times and in accordance with relevant store planograms and guidelines Implement planograms correctly and ensure the correct range is in place in store Gain competence with all aspects of supply procedures €" ordering, delivery procedures, stock rotation and control procedures Manage such departments as are assigned to you Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
Customer Assistant
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. Customer obsessed, high energy and love learning every day? If that sounds like you, earn €460+ per week as a Customer Assistant on our standard 30 hour contract.You’ll work across different shift times, on varied tasks and with different colleagues.What does a normal day* as a Customer Assistant look like? (*there’s no such thing as ‘normal’ in retail but we’ve tried our best!)As a Customer Assistant you are required to sell alcohol, therefore you must be 18 or over to work in our store. Shift Patterns: • Morning shift: Starting at 5am or 6am with your team, you’ll be getting our award-winning products fully stocked on the shop floor and our delicious bakery products ready for our customers to enjoy by opening time so they can Go Full Lidl! • Middle shift: Starting mid-morning or early afternoon, you’ll make sure our stores are spotlessly clean, well presented and our products remain fresh, all while helping customers with queries on the shop floor and working on tills to minimise till queues• Late shift: From your start time in the afternoon, you’ll make sure our customers experience is top class by serving them with a smile while on the tills, restocking missing items and getting the store ready for the next day What you'll do • Interacting with the customer in a pleasant, friendly and helpful manner• Ensuring stock loss controls are followed in all areas of the store • Maintaining store and external cleanliness and hygiene standards• Following freshness and rotation principles• Ensuring all waste is managed correctly• Assisting in the stock count process What you'll need • A can-do attitude and excellent customer service skills• The willingness to go the extra mile for our customers• To be responsible and reliable• To enjoy working in a fast-paced, varied environment• A good team player• Preferably, previous experience in a customer facing role but this is not essential provided you have the right attitude What you'll receive We offer a competitive and transparent salary system, that ensures pay equality across all positions at Lidl 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.
Deli Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Responsible for the preparation of high quality hot and cold deli products and for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. The ideal candidate will have/be:
Staff Nurse/enhanced Nurse
CORLANN –WEST REGION PERMANENT FULL TIME STAFF NURSE/*ENHANCED NURSE DAY SERVICE POST JOHN PAUL ADULT SERVICES (BALLYBANE, GALWAY CITY) Ref: 95113 A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. DESCRIPTION AND VISION OF SERVICES Corlann – West Region provide a community based, person centred service focusing on the needs and abilities of children and adults with intellectual disabilities. The vision of the service is to support people with intellectual disabilities to achieve a full and valued life in their community, in line with best practice both nationally and internationally. Working in partnership with each person supported by services, we aim to create opportunities for people supported by services to have ordinary life experiences and to be closely connected to family and friends. We are committed to supporting people to live a life of their choosing, and the provision of quality services to meet the needs of the people we support. John Paul Adult Services John Paul Adult Services provides a combination of campus and community based services to adults with varying support needs, based on personal outcome measures. Our services are currently undergoing a transition from a campus-based service to community living, where we aim to create opportunities for the people we support to be valued citizens in their communities and to have everyday life experiences. Location: John Paul Adult Services (Ballybane, Galway city). Staff allocation is for day service setting. The appointee will initially commence working in one particular area of the John Paul services and this work location may change due to future service needs. The Role: Staff Nurses and Enhanced Staff Nurses fulfil a key worker supportive and advocative role for adults supported by the service in all aspects of their lives, focusing on each individual’s ability and promoting independence and development of skills at all times. The Staff Nurse and Enhanced Staff Nurse will assist people with the development of person-centred plans and critically, will support people to make informed choices and fulfil their potential. They will encourage participation in the community through inclusive and creative thinking, seek opportunities for new experiences and encourage positive risk taking in leading to informed choices. Reporting/Responsible to: Team Leader/Team Manager Qualifications & Experience: Candidates must have - · A current Live Register Certificate from the NMBI (An Bord Altranais), RNID or RGN qualification is essential. · A full clean manual Driving Licence, which qualifies you to drive manual transmission vehicles on Irish Roads is an essential requirement. · Experience of working with people with an intellectual disability and complex needs is desirable, however, induction and training will be provided. · Fluency in verbal and written English is an essential requirement of this post and proficiency in I.T. skills. Skills: Candidates must demonstrate: · Leadership and networking skills - Staff will be expected to network with local community groups and develop positive links for the people who use the service. · Good organisational and planning skills, with the ability to support goal setting and following through to the achievement of outcomes · Creativity, initiative, self-motivation, flexibility and good judgement · Commitment to current best practice internationally and co-operating in an interdisciplinary team environment with a person-centred philosophy Excellent listening skills, patience and a sense of humour Working Hours: All posts are based on a 5-day duty roster. The successful candidate will be required to work day hours with the occasional night duty cover to meet service needs. Corlann’s model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures quality and person centred planning system requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each person supported Annual Leave: 24 days pro rata per annum. Appropriate service related leave will be granted after 5 and 10 years’ service respectively. Remuneration ( Department of Health salary scales as at 01/02/2026 apply): Staff Nurse - €37,788 x 11 increments - €54,757 per annum (pro-rata for part-time). Long Service Increment €56,384 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) is granted after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. *Enhanced Nurse – € 44,811 x 7 increments - €56,200 per annum (pro-rata for part-time). Long Service Increment €57,846 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) is granted after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. *As per HSE HR Circular 022/2019 – Nursing and Midwifery - the Enhanced Nurse / Midwife Practice Contract https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/resources/hr-circulars/hr-circular-022-2019-re-enhanced-nurse-midwife-contract.pdf ; once a staff nurse reaches point 4 on the Staff Nurse salary scale, they become eligible to apply for the role of Enhanced Nurse. Any Staff Nurse who wishes to avail of the Enhanced Nurse role will have to submit an application and also meet the qualifying criteria. Salary quoted is based on a 37.5 hour working week. The successful candidate will be granted incremental credit subject to satisfactory verification of previous relevant nursing service. Additional payments will be made for weekends, public holidays, and sleep-ins and night duty if worked. A location allowance of €2,743 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) will also be paid when assigned to services where 75% of the persons supported have a diagnosis of severe/profound intellectual disability. Tenure: All posts are permanent, full-time and Pensionable. A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent permanent, temporary or fixed term Staff Nurse / Enhanced Nurse appointments within the John Paul Service location may be offered over the next 6 to 12 months. Probation: A probationary period of nine months from the date of appointment applies to the post. The employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period should the employer find that the appointee is unsuitable to continue employment. The probation period may be extended at the Employer’s discretion. To view full job description please see attached. Informal enquiries to Anne Dundon, Area Manager or Rita McHugh, Service Coordinator on +353(0)91 783660 Closing date for receipt of completed application forms /CV’s on-line is 5pm, Friday 10th April 2026 Interview date is scheduled for April 2026 Corlann is an equal opportunities employer INDW
