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Join Our Experienced & Proud Team – Multi-Task Attendant Positions Now Available! We are seeking organised, motivated, and reliable individuals who are passionate about making a difference and working as part of a fantastic team. If you're ready to contribute to the care and well-being of our residents, we want to hear from you! Why Choose Us? CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Driver
Driver – Sandyford, Dublin – (Job Ref: 26/DRCK) Randox Health continues to be at the forefront of clinical diagnostics, dedicated to improving health worldwide with our disruptive technology and innovative diagnostic solutions. Our staff are at the heart of everything we do and achieve. We have an opportunity for a Driver to mainly cover the drive from Dublin to Cork and back each day. What does the Randox Health team do? At Randox Health we encourage individuals to adopt a personalised, preventative approach to their health and well-being, ultimately helping them to live healthier for longer. Using Randox revolutionary technology we measure hundreds of health biomarkers, generating unrivalled data that when combined with our complex algorithms can predict future health concerns and identify early signs of illness even before symptoms arise. This empowers individuals to act sooner to prevent or delay disease onset – moving from a model of sickness management to true preventative healthcare. Our unique biomarker tracking service allows you to establish a health baseline from which you can track and monitor improvements over time. Location : Unit D/E, 21 Time Place, Corrig Road, Sandyford Business Park, Dublin 18, D18 R89T. With the requirement to drive to Cork and back each day. The successful applicant may also be required to drive to other locations. Contract Offered : Full-time, permanent. Working Hours / Shifts : 9am to 5.30pm, mostly Monday to Friday, however at least one Saturday per month will also be required. Some flexibility may be required. What does the Driver role involve? This role is responsible for making trips between our various clinics and sites ensuring that samples are collected / delivered on time. This is a varied role that may also include the following responsibilities: • Make multiple trips daily between our third-party clinics, Randox Health Clinics and Laboratories. • Ensure safe delivery of samples back to our laboratory in Sandyford, Dublin each day. • Conduct a sample count on each trip and complete required documentation when transporting samples. Witness the accessioning count upon delivery. • Collect stock orders and deliver them to the required site. • Complete a daily vehicle checklist at the start of each day. • Record vehicle milage in the provided logbook. • Ensure vehicles are filled with the correct fuel and Ad Blue, if required. • Adhere to all speed limits and road laws. Who can apply? Essential criteria: • Full, clean Irish Driving Licence. • Flexibility in your availability. • Good knowledge of the local roads and motorways. • Strong communication/customer service skills • Currently have the right to work in Ireland without visa sponsorship. Desirable: • Previous experience in a multi-drop delivery driver position. • Previous experience in a similar position. • Previous experience transporting medical samples. This advert may be open for as long as 30 days, although we may close the advert early, if we receive sufficient applicants.
Senior Planning Officer
Planning plays a vital role in delivering sustainable development that is responsive to the priorities and needs of local people. The post holder will be required to contribute to the effective service delivery of the Planning Service in furthering sustainable development through balancing of complex social, economic, and environmental factors in the formulation of policies and local development plans, in determining planning applications and investigating and carrying out appropriate enforcement of planning breaches. The post holder will be required to work in any of the three sections of Development Management, Development Plan or Planning Enforcement and Trees, dependent on management needs. Please note: Benefits Employees have access to a wide range of benefits at Ards and North Down Borough Council. In addition to a competitive salary, the Council supports all staff in their career aspirations through learning and development opportunities. Current key benefits include: • 35 days of annual leave (including bank/public holidays), rising to 38 days after five years of service, and 41 days after 10 years of service. • Northern Ireland Local Government Pension Scheme (Council contributes 19% of salary). • Health benefits: Westfield Healthcare Scheme; Leisure Centre Membership; Cycle to Work Scheme. • Flexi time / Time Off in Lieu (TOIL). • Education / qualifications support after qualifying period. • Plus much more …
Senior Dietician
Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2024 . Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking a highly-motivated Senior Grade Dietician to join our team in Cork Childrens Services, Curraheen, Cork Contract Type: Permanent. Contract Hours: Full-time Salary Scale: €59,662 to 70,624 pro rata per annum. This pay scale is subject to increases in 2025 in accordance with the recent WRC agreement towards enhanced pay adjustments in Section 39 organisations. Annual Leave Entitlement : 30 days pro rata per annum. Overview of the Post: The post holder will provide a clinical nutrition & dietetic service to Service Users referred by the Children’s Disability Network Teams. This involves the provision of dietetic counselling and support to Service Users and their families, and includes the initial consultation as well as ongoing review. The post holder will have a high level of knowledge and understanding of the nutritional difficulties prevalent in intellectual disability, autistic spectrum disorder and physical & sensory disabilities. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list The successful candidate will have Essential Criteria: · INDI membership. If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including: · Excellent internal and external training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · Flexible Working · Long service reward scheme · Pay adjusted Maternity Leave · Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave · Pay adjusted Paternity Leave · Wellbeing benefits · Pension For a full list of our benefits & conditions, please click here: What now? To apply, please download the Job Description and Person Specification for your information and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. Closing date for applications: 18th December 2025 A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months. · The post will be subject to reference checks and may be subject to Garda vetting/police clearance, as relevant. · Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. · Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community. · The above information serves only as a guide to the advertised position. Enable Ireland, at its discretion, reserves the right to change this prior to appointment. · Please review Enable Ireland’s Rezoomo Privacy Policy here: https://enableireland.ie/resources/publications/rezoomo-privacy-policy · Please review the Enable Ireland’s External Data Protection Notice available at https://www.enableireland.ie/privacy-policy for details on how Enable Ireland processes applicant’s personal information. Please note if you are invited for interview, we will share your personal data with: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy
Occupational Therapists, Staff
Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2024 . Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking highly-motivated Staff Grade Occupational Therapists to join our teams in Bray (CDNT5) and Wicklow (CDNT6). Contract Type: Permanent post Contract Hours: Full time post - 35 hours per week Salary Scale: €41,553 – €60,730 pro rata per annum. Salary scales are subject to LSI’s (Long Service Increments) This pay scale is subject to increases in 2026 in accordance with the recent WRC agreement towards enhanced pay adjustments in Section 39 organisations. Annual Leave Entitlement : 32 days per annum. Overview of the Post: The post holder will be responsible for the provision of an occupational therapy service including assessment, diagnostics and intervention as required to all children accessing the service; and will work as a member of the interdisciplinary team providing services to children and families. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list of duties. The successful candidate will have: Essential Criteria: · Be registered, or be eligible for registration, on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU. AND · 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. AND · Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employment can be issued. Annual registration · On appointment practitioners must maintain annual registration on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU. AND · Practitioners must confirm annual registration with CORU to Enable Ireland. · Candidates must have current eligibility to work in the State. · Candidates must hold a valid driving licence for within the State / jurisdiction with access to own transport in order to deliver services across a large geographical area. Desirable Criteria: · Experience working with children or adults with disabilities and their families. · Experience of interdisciplinary team working. · Relevant post graduate training specific to child disability services. · Experience in conducting assessment of needs. · Minimum of 1 year post graduate experience working with children with disabilities and their families. If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including: · Excellent internal and external training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · Flexible Working · Long service reward scheme · Pay adjusted Maternity Leave · Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave · Pay adjusted Paternity Leave · Wellbeing benefits · Pension For a full list of our benefits & conditions, please click here: What now? To apply, please download the Job Description and Person Specification for your information and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. NOTE: Enable Ireland welcomes applications from candidates who will be eligible for Professional Registration in the coming months. In the event that candidates are considered for appointment pending their Professional Registration, they may initially be appointed to an assistant grade post. Closing date for applications: 02 January 2026 A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months. · The post will be subject to reference checks and may be subject to Garda vetting/police clearance, as relevant. · Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. · Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community. · The above information serves only as a guide to the advertised position. Enable Ireland, at its discretion, reserves the right to change this prior to appointment. · Please review Enable Ireland’s Rezoomo Privacy Policy here: https://enableireland.ie/resources/publications/rezoomo-privacy-policy · Please review the Enable Ireland’s External Data Protection Notice available at https://www.enableireland.ie/privacy-policy for details on how Enable Ireland processes applicant’s personal information. Please note if you are invited for interview, we will share your personal data with: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy
MRHP-- - Clinical Midwife Manager, Shift Leader
Clinical Midwife Manager 2 - Shift Leader MRHP-12-25-351 Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise Location of Post: Maternity Services, Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise There is currently two permanent , whole-time Clinical Midwife Manager 2 – Shift Leader vacancies available in the Maternity Department in the Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for a Clinical Midwife Manager 2 – Shift Leader from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full-time or part-time duration may be filled. Informal Enquiries: We welcome enquiries about the role. For further information about the role, please contact: Ita Kinsella Director of Midwifery Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise Email: ita.kinsella@hse.ie Tel: 087 103 7126 HR Point of Contact: The HSE Dublin and Midlands is committed to providing information and services which are accessible to all, if you require accessibility assistance throughout any stage of the recruitment process, please contact: Sophie Larkin Human Resources Team Lead HSE Dublin and Midlands Email: sophie.larkin@hse.ie Tel: 087 703 1406 Purpose of the Post: The post of the Clinical Midwife Manager 2 – Shift Leader has a pivotal role in service planning, co-ordinating, and managing activity and resources within the clinical area. The main responsibilities are: quality assurance, resource management, staffing and staff development, practice development, facilitation communication and professional / clinical leadership. Eligibility Criteria, Qualifications and / or Experience: 1. Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc. (a) Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: - (i) Are registered in the Midwives Division of the Register of Nurses & Midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland [NMBI] (Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann) or entitled to be so registered. AND (ii) Have at least 5 years post registration experience (or an aggregate of 5 years full-time post registration experience) of which 2 years must be in the speciality or related area of Midwifery. AND (iii) Have the clinical, managerial and administrative capacity to properly discharge the functions of the role. AND (iv) Candidates must demonstrate evidence of continuous professional development. AND (b) Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability including a high standard of suitability and clinical, managerial and administrative capacity to properly discharge the functions of the role. 2. Annual Registration (i) On appointment, practitioners must maintain live annual registration on the Midwives Division of the Register of Nurses & Midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland [NMBI] (Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann). AND (ii) Confirm annual registration with NMBI to the HSE by way of the annual Patient Safety Assurance Certificate (PSAC). 3. Health Candidates 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. 4. Character Candidates for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Post Specific Requirements: Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the Neonatal Resuscitation Programme (NRP), Basic Life Support (BLS), management of Obstetric Emergencies, Cardiotocography (CTG) interpretation, perineal suturing and breastfeeding. Demonstrate knowledge of HSE National Standards for Bereavement Care following pregnancy loss and perinatal death. Demonstrate depth and breadth of experience in nursing / midwifery management as relevant to the role.
Caretaker
Starting Salary: The starting salary for this role is €36,519 per annum pro-rata Job Summary This position is for a Caretaker, reporting to the School Principal or a designated supervisor. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring that the school environment is clean, safe, and well-maintained for all pupils, staff, and visitors. Flexibility is essential, as duties may vary depending on the needs of the school. Key Responsibilities The Caretaker will be expected to carry out a range of cleaning tasks and respond promptly to any issues that may arise during the working day. The candidate will be required to carry out duties, not limited to but including the following: ▪ Cleaning ▪ Security including systems functioning ▪ Routine inspection ▪ Maintenance and repairs ▪ Groundskeeping ▪ Emergency response repairs ▪ Suppliers and equipment inventory management ▪ Coordination with contractors ▪ Compliance monitoring This job description offers a broad outline of the role’s key duties and is designed to be flexible and adaptable. It will be reviewed periodically to ensure it remains aligned with organisational needs. Essential Requirements The following outlines the essential qualifications, skills, and competencies required for candidates applying for the Caretaker position. These criteria are designed to ensure that applicants possess the necessary foundation to excel in the role and contribute effectively to the organisation’s goals. ▪ Be capable and competent of fulfilling the role to a high standard Desirable Requirements The following outlines the desirable requirements for candidates applying for the Caretaker position and may be used to facilitate shortlisting should there be a high volume of applicants: ▪ Previous work experience in a similar post. Person Specification ▪ A clear understanding of Health & Safety procedures particularly in relation to duties and maintaining a safe school environment ▪ Basic maintenance, technical and problem-solving skills ▪ Good attention to detail to ensure the building is clean, safe and in good working order ▪ Good communication, time management and organisational skills ▪ Good understanding of safety awareness ▪ Good ability to perform physically demanding tasks such as lifting, carrying and operating machinery ▪ Punctual, reliable and trustworthy ▪ Ability to work effectively and supportively as a member of the school team ▪ Good interpersonal and communication skills ▪ Ability to act on own initiative, dealing with any unexpected problems that arise ▪ Good organisational and time management skills ▪ Flexible with the ability to deal with unexpected events and changing work activities ▪ Willingness to work flexibly and outside normal hours as required ▪ Willingness to undertake further training and development as required ▪ The successful candidate will also be community focused, patient, kind, generous and enjoy working as part of a large staff team with the best interests of children and young people's social and emotional wellbeing and education at heart. Eligibility to Apply Candidates must, by the date of job offer, be: ▪ A citizen of the European Economic Area. The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or ▪ A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or ▪ A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or ▪ A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or ▪ 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 ▪ 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 Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa
Archivist
General Information: County Leitrim, located in the North-West of Ireland, has a growing economy, picturesque landscape, vibrant communities and a strong arts and cultural sector. Leitrim County Council’s vision is to build an economically strong, creative, inclusive county, making Leitrim the best place to live, work, invest and visit. Key to the achievement of our priorities and objectives is a skilled and committed workforce, supported by enabling technologies, efficient work processes and learning and development opportunities. We are committed to the training, support and encouragement of our staff and we offer benefits across family friendly initiatives, personal development and wellbeing of staff. The Role: Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel for the position of Archivist. The position is full-time and temporary and will be on the basis of a 3 Year Fixed Term Contract. The Archivist appointed to Leitrim County Council will be responsible for the proper management, custody, care and conservation of local records and local archives and will put in place structures which will provide for the proper management of Leitrim County Council’s archives as per the Local Government Acts of 1994, 2001 and 2011. The Archivist will oversee the drafting of and implementation of an Archives Plan for the Council. The Archivist will ensure that invaluable resources of archival materials of historical significance are preserved for public access and future generations. In addition, the successful candidate will actively promote best practice in terms of the storage of physical archives and by default, streamline storage requirements through a programme of digitisation. The Archivist will play a cross-departmental role, offering advice and information on archives and documentary heritage to staff across the local authority. They will work closely with the Heritage Officer, County Librarian and all departments to meet the wide-ranging information, education, research and cultural needs of the citizens of Leitrim. They will provide expert advice to Leitrim County Council on archive-related matters, including the Authority’s legal obligations concerning archives. The Archivist will be an active member of the County Heritage Forum. The Archivist has responsibility for managing resources, staff and services to the public and will work under the direction and management of the Director of Services, Housing, Planning, Corporate Services and Transformation or any other officer designated by the Chief Executive. The Qualifications: Character Each candidate shall be of good character. Health Each candidate shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Citizenship Candidates for any of the above panels 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. Education, Training, Experience etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: a) hold a recognised qualification in Archival Studies* b) have relevant satisfactory experience in archival work *Please ensure that relevant Qualification is submitted to the HR Department with your application. Foreign language qualification certificates must also be accompanied by a translation document. Applications received without the necessary documentation will be deemed ineligible and will not be considered further. Candidates must also hold a current valid and unendorsed driving licence in respect of category B vehicles or equivalent in the EU Model Driving Licence and must advise if this is not the case. A copy of Licence must be submitted with your application. The Ideal Candidate Shall Have: • A Masters in Archival Studies and Records Management or Higher Diploma in Archival Studies. • Experience using archival software e.g. Atom, Axiell etc. • Experience creating and implementing a digital preservation strategy. • Excellent relevant ICT experience, including experience in digitisation of records and working on digital projects. • A knowledge of the legal and ethical context to work with records and modern archives, including high levels of discretion when dealing with sensitive material and knowledge of the Birth Information and Tracing Act (2022). • An understanding of archival standards and building standards for archival repositories. • The ability to demonstrate strong all-round archives management skills with experience in assessing, arranging, describing and administering large and complex archival collections including work with donors and depositors. • Demonstrable knowledge of best professional practice and appropriate standards with regard to the management of records and archives. • Demonstrable knowledge of current information governance requirements and legislation, e.g. Data Protection Act 2018, Freedom of Information Act 2014, Copyright and Related Rights Act 2000 etc. • An understanding of the professional and administrative roles of the position and a commitment to continuous professional development. • Self-motivation with the ability to work on own initiative as well as an integral part of a team and with colleagues including Leitrim County Library, other Leitrim County Council departments and outside organisations. • Strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills and the ability to prepare and present reports and to represent the Council in a professional and credible manner. • The ability to plan and prioritise work effectively, to work under pressure to tight deadlines and to take a strategic approach in the formulation and delivery of key policy objectives. • Strong organisational skills, including meeting facilitation and administration. • Strong analytical, conceptual and problem solving skills. • The ability to manage financial resources within a budgetary control framework. • The ability to build, manage and nurture partnerships and relationships across a range of stakeholders. • Flexibility and availability to work outside normal office hours as required. • A good understanding of the structures and functions of local government and a commitment to public service. • Relevant management and administrative experience at a sufficiently high level. • A good knowledge and awareness of Health and Safety legislation and regulations, their implications for the organisation and the employee and their application in the workplace. Competencies for the Post: Key Competencies for the post include the following and candidates will be expected to demonstrate sufficient evidence within their application form of competence under each of these: Management and Change • Is effective in translating corporate mission and objectives into operational plans and outputs. • Develops and maintains positive, productive and beneficial working relationships. • Effectively manages the introduction of change and demonstrate flexibility and openness to change. Delivering Results • Contributes to the development of operational plans and leads the development of team plans. • Plans and prioritises work and resources effectively. • Establishes high quality services and customer care standards. • Makes timely, informed and effective decisions and shows good judgement and balance in making decisions or recommendations. Leading, Motivating, Managing Performance & Communicating Effectively • Ability to lead, motivate and engage employees to achieve quality results and to deliver on operational plans. • Ensures compliance with Health & Safety Legislation. • Effectively manages team and individual performance. • Has good and effective written and verbal skills. • Ability to work with internal and external stakeholders. Personal Effectiveness: • Maintains a positive, constructive and enthusiastic attitude to their role. • Takes initiative and sets challenging goals to achieve high quality outcomes. • Behaves in an honest, trustworthy and respectful manner and is transparent, fair and consistent in dealing with others. • Manages time and workload effectively. • Remains calm under pressure and has the ability to manage the delivery of several tasks/projects concurrently. Knowledge, Experience and Skills • Demonstrates an understanding of the role of Archivist. • Demonstrates an understanding of relevant ICT and digitisation technologies. • Has knowledge and understanding of Local Authority functions and structures. • Understanding of the Role of the Elected Members. • Possess a thorough knowledge of health and safety legislation and its implications for the workplace. The Principal Terms and Conditions: The Office is wholetime, temporary and pensionable. The appointment will be on the basis of a 3 Year Fixed Term Contract, subject to a probationary period of 6 months. A panel will be formed from which temporary Archivist vacancies arising during the lifetime of the panel (12 months) may be filled. Duties The duties of the office are to give to the local authority and (a) Such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Acts, is Chief Executive, and (b) to any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in sub-paragraph (a) of this paragraph, Under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such other officers as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate services of a technical, administrative, executive, supervisory, advisory and ancillary nature as are required for the exercise and performance of any of its powers, duties and functions as may be delegated to him or her by the Chief Executive from time to time and shall include the duty of deputising for other officers of the local authority. The Archivist will report to the Director of Services, Housing, Planning, Corporate Services and Transformation and Carrick-on-Shannon Municipal District, or such other officer designated by Chief Executive. The key duties and responsibilities of the post of Archivist may include but are not limited to the following: County Archives Development Plan • To prepare, manage and implement a County Archives Development Plan which includes: • an audit of current Local Authority archival material • Identification of other relevant collections • Assessment of existing archival service provision Collaboration and Partnership Building • To work with relevant Local Authority departments and advisory teams to develop and deliver the archives service. • To be an active member of the Local Authority Heritage Team working to enhance the management, conservation and promotion of built, natural and cultural heritage and integration of heritage functions across the County. • To establish and maintain partnerships and professional networks. Standards and Compliance • To ensure that archive services adhere to professional standards for curation, security and data protection • To develop and maintain relevant policies and documentation to meet these standards. Metrics and Legal Compliance • To maintain accurate service metrics and ensure compliance with all relevant legal requirements. • To provide service analysis and compile reports as required. Reporting and Stakeholder Engagement • To submit quarterly reports to the Local Authority and the Heritage Council. • To produce an annual report for publication. • To liaise regularly with foundational stakeholders to ensure alignment and progress. Advisory Role • To provide expert advice to the Local Authority on archive-related matters, including the Authority’s legal obligations concerning archives. Project Funding • To apply for and deliver projects funded by the Heritage Council and other available sources. Performance and Service Management • To manage performance and service delivery to meet established targets, plans and policies. Heritage Forum Participation • To actively participate as a member of the County Heritage Forum. Frontline Archive Services • To oversee the day-to-day operations of public-facing archive services including: • Professional archivist duties such as surveying, processing and listing official and private collections • Premises maintenance and storage environment management • Disaster preparedness planning for all stakeholders • Co-ordination of collection transfers with Local Authority colleagues Conservation and Digitisation • To assess and select archives for priority conservation and digitisation. Community Engagement and Promotion • To plan, organise and participate in programmes, exhibitions, events and activities. • To promote public engagement with archival holdings, local history and heritage. • To co-ordinate with communities to curate events as part of the annual National Heritage Week. Other Duties • To undertake additional duties of a similar nature and responsibility as required or assigned. Salary The salary scale for the post of Archivist (Analogous to Executive Librarian Grade VI), applicable from 1st August 2025, is within the range: €57,322, €58,689, €60,356, €63,491, €65,363, €67,690 (LSI1), €70,030 (LSI2) Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with relevant Departmental Circulars. Offers of appointment to persons who are not serving local authority employees will be based on the minimum of this scale. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the office shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their office or in respect of services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. Residence The holder of the post shall reside in the district in which his or her duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof and will be required to serve in the Local Authority’s Offices or wherever assigned by the Local Authority. Leitrim County Council reserves the right to, at any time, re-assign an employee to any Department now or in the future. Leitrim 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. Probation All contracts will be subject to a probationary period of 6 months, during which the performance of the successful applicant will be regularly evaluated. If during that period, the Local Authority is satisfied that the appointee is unlikely to prove suitable for final appointment, the appointment may be terminated by the giving of one month’s notice on either side, or, in the event of misconduct or negligence, without notice. The probationary period may be extended at the discretion of the Chief Executive of Leitrim County Council. Employment may be terminated by either party during probation or at the end of the probationary period on one week’s notice. Annual Leave The annual leave entitlement for this post will be 30 days per annum. Annual leave year is aligned to the calendar year. Working Hours The standard working week will be 35 hours, Monday to Friday. The role may require flexibility around working hours and evening and weekend work may arise. The Council reserves the right to alter hours of work from time to time. All hours worked will be subject to and recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 and the Organisation of Working Time Act (Regulations) 2001. Leitrim County Council requires employees to record their hours worked using a clocking system. Superannuation All new entrants to pensionable public service employment on or after 1 January 2013 will be members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. All members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will be required to contribute 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration plus 3% of pensionable remuneration. Pension and retirement lump sums for members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will be based on career-average pay; pensions will be co-ordinated with the State Pension Contribution Scheme. Persons who are pensionable under the Local Government (Superannuation) (Consolidation) Scheme 1998, and are 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 (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependant or qualified children). You will also be required in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Childrens’ Contributory Pension) Scheme to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the Scheme. Persons who become pensionable officers of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of his/her superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of pensionable remuneration. You may also be required to pay Spouses and Children/Widows and Orphans contributions at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration.
Facilities Officer (Higher Executive Officer)
Entry Requirements Essential Candidates must have: At least 2 years’ experience working in Facilities Management at appropriate level Proven ability to develop and implement service improvement initiatives. Strong track record in developing quality assurance and performance measurement frameworks. Deep understanding of the statutory, ethical and transparency obligations of a public service body. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder engagement skills. Attention to detail Excellent work management skills Strong leadership qualities Results driven and self-motivated Self-reliance and perseverance Demonstrable written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrable interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment and on one’s own initiative. NOTE: Qualifications/eligibility may not be verified until the final stage of the process. Therefore, those candidates who do not possess the eligibility requirements, and proceed with their application, are putting themselves to unnecessary effort/expense and will not be offered a position from this campaign. An invitation to tests, interview or any element of the selection process is not acceptance of eligibility. Desirable: • Professional qualification in a relevant discipline. • Strong track record in contract management and service delivery. • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with previous experience working with the OPW and external contractors. • Knowledge of health & safety, workplace compliance, and sustainability best practice. • Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities. • A proactive, solution-focused approach with strong attention to detail. Key Competencies for effective performance at Higher Executive Officer Level Leadership • Works with the team to facilitate high performance, developing clear and realistic objectives and addressing performance issues if they arise • Provides clear information and advice as to what is required of the team • Strives to develop and implement new ways of working effectively to meet objectives • Leads the team by example, coaching and supporting individuals as required • Places high importance on staff development, training and maximising skills & capacity of team • Is flexible and willing to adapt, positively contributing to the implementation of change Analysis & Decision Making • Gathers and analyses information from relevant sources, whether financial, numerical or otherwise weighing up a range of critical factors • Takes account of any broader issues and related implications when making decisions • Uses previous knowledge and experience in order to guide decisions • Makes sound decisions with a well-reasoned rationale and stands by these • Puts forward solutions to address problems Management & Delivery of Results • Takes responsibility and is accountable for the delivery of agreed objectives • Successfully manages a range of different projects and work activities at the same time • Structures and organises their own and others work effectively • Is logical and pragmatic in approach, delivering the best possible results with the resources available • Delegates work effectively, providing clear information and evidence as to what is required • Proactively identifies areas for improvement and develops practical suggestions for their implementation • Demonstrates enthusiasm for new developments/changing work practices and strives to implement these changes effectively • Applies appropriate systems/processes to enable quality checking of all activities and outputs • Practices and promotes a strong focus on delivering high quality customer service, for internal and external customers Interpersonal & Communication Skills • Builds and maintains contact with colleagues and other stakeholders to assist in performing role • Acts as an effective link between staff and senior management • Encourages open and constructive discussions around work issues • Projects conviction, gaining buy-in by outlining relevant information and selling the benefits • Treats others with diplomacy, tact, courtesy and respect, even in challenging circumstances • Presents information clearly, concisely and confidently when speaking and in writing Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self Development • Has a clear understanding of the roles, objectives and targets of self and team and how they fit into the work of the unit and Department/Organisation and effectively communicates this to others • Has high levels of expertise and broad Public Sector knowledge relevant to his/her area of work • Focuses on self-development, striving to improve performance Drive & Commitment to Public Service Values • Strives to perform at a high level, investing significant energy to achieve agreed objectives • Demonstrates resilience in the face of challenging circumstances and high demands • Is personally trustworthy and can be relied upon • Ensures that customers are at the heart of all services provided • Upholds high standards of honesty, ethics and integrity Eligibility to compete and certain restrictions on eligibility Citizenship Requirement Eligible candidates must 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. To qualify candidates must meet one of the citizenship criteria above by the date of any job offer. Collective Agreement: Redundancy Payments to Public Servants The Department of Public Expenditure and Reform letter dated 28th June 2012 to Personnel Officers introduced, with effect from 1st June 2012, a Collective Agreement which had been reached between the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform and the Public Services Committee of the ICTU in relation to ex-gratia Redundancy Payments to Public Servants. It is a condition of the Collective Agreement that persons availing of the agreement will not be eligible for re-employment in the Public Service by any Public Service body (as defined by the Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Acts 2009 – 2011) for a period of 2 years from termination of the employment. People who availed of this scheme and who may be successful in this competition will have to prove their eligibility (expiry of period of non-eligibility). Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) It is a condition of the Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) as set out in Department of Finance Circular 12/09 that retirees under that Scheme are not eligible to apply for another position in the same employment or the same sector. Therefore, such retirees may not apply for this position. Department of Health and Children Circular (7/2010) The Department of Health Circular 7/2010 dated 1 November 2010 introduced a Targeted Voluntary Early Retirement (VER) Scheme and Voluntary Redundancy Schemes (VRS). It is a condition of the VER scheme that persons availing of the scheme will not be eligible for re-employment in the public health sector or the wider Public Service or in a body wholly or mainly funded from public moneys. The same prohibition on re-employment applies under the VRS, except that the prohibition is for a period of 7 years. People who availed of the VER scheme are not eligible to compete in this competition. People who availed of the VRS scheme and who may be successful in this competition will have to prove their eligibility (expiry of period of non-eligibility). Department of Environment, Community & Local Government (Circular Letter LG(P) 06/2013) The Department of Environment, Community & Local Government Circular Letter LG(P) 06/2013 introduced a Voluntary Redundancy Scheme for Local Authorities. In accordance with the terms of the Collective Agreement: Redundancy Payments to Public Servants dated 28 June 2012 as detailed above, it is a specific condition of that VER Scheme that persons will not be eligible for re-employment in any Public Service body for a period of 2 years from their date of departure under this Scheme. These conditions also apply in the case of engagement/employment on a contract for service basis (either as a contractor or as an employee of a contractor). Declaration Applicants will be required to declare whether they have previously availed of a Public Service scheme of incentivised early retirement. Applicants will also be required to declare any entitlements to a Public Service pension benefit (in payment or preserved) from any other Public Service employment and/or where they have received a payment-in-lieu in respect of service in any Public Service employment. Principal Conditions of Service General The appointment is to a permanent post in the Civil Service and is subject to the Civil Service Regulations Acts 1956 to 2005, the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004 and any other Act for the time being in force relating to the Civil Service. Salary The Salary Scale for the position is as follows - rates effective from 1st August 2025: Higher Executive Officer (PPC) €58,847 €60,567 €62,285 €64,000 €65,723 €67,437 €69,157 €71,637¹ €74,112² The PPC pay rate applies when the individual is required to pay a Personal Pension Contribution in accordance with the rules of their main/personal superannuation scheme. This is different to a contribution in respect of membership of a Spouses’ and Children’s scheme, or the Additional Superannuation Contributions (ASC). A different rate will apply where the appointee is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution. Long service increments may be payable after 3 (LSI1) and 6 (LSI2) years satisfactory service at the maximum of the scale. Important Note Entry will be at the minimum of the scale and the rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation and may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Different terms and conditions may apply if you are a currently serving civil or public servant. Subject to satisfactory performance increments may be payable in line will current Government Policy. You will agree that any overpayment of salary, allowances, or expenses will be repaid by you in accordance with Circular 07/2018: Recovery of Salary, Allowances, and Expenses Overpayments made to Staff Members/Former Staff Members/Pensioners. Tenure and Probation The appointment is to a permanent position on a probationary contract in the Civil Service. The probationary contract will be for a period of one year from the date specified on the contract. Notwithstanding this paragraph and the paragraph immediately following below, this will not preclude an extension of the probationary contract in appropriate circumstances. During the period of your probationary contract, your performance will be subject to review by your supervisor(s) to determine whether you: (i) Have performed in a satisfactory manner, (ii) Have been satisfactory in general conduct, and (iii) Are suitable from the point of view of health with particular regard to sick leave. Prior to the completion of the probationary contract a decision will be made as to whether or not you will be retained pursuant to Section 5A(2) Civil Service Regulation Acts 1956 – 2005. This decision will be based on your performance assessed against the criteria set out above. Notwithstanding the preceding paragraphs in this section, the probationary contract may be terminated at any time prior to the expiry of the term of the contract by either side in accordance with the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts, 1973 to 2005. In certain circumstances your contract may be extended and your probation period suspended. The extension must be agreed by both parties. • The probationary period stands suspended when an employee is absent due to Maternity or Adoptive Leave • In relation to an employee absent on Parental Leave or Carers Leave, the employee may require probation to be suspended if the absence is not considered to be consistent with the continuation of the probation • Probation may be suspended in cases such as absence due to a non-recurring illness The employee may, in these circumstances, make an application to the employer for an extension to the contract period. All appointees will serve a one-year probationary period. If an appointee who fails to satisfy the conditions of probation has been a serving civil servant immediately prior to their appointment from this competition, the issue of reversion will normally arise. In the event of reversion, an officer will return to a vacancy in their former grade in their former Department. Headquarters Headquarters will be 6 Earlsfort Terrace, Dublin 2, D02 W773. When required to travel on official duty the appointee will be paid appropriate travelling expenses and subsistence allowances, subject to normal civil service regulations. Duties The employee will be required to perform any duties appropriate to the position which may be assigned from time to time. The officer may not engage in private practice or be connected with any outside business which would interfere with the performance of official duties or conflict with his/her role. Hours of attendance Hours of attendance will be fixed from time to time but will amount to not less than 41 hours 15 minutes gross per week. The successful candidate will be required to work such additional hours from time to time as may be reasonable and necessary for the proper performance of his/her duties subject to the limits set down in the working time regulations. The rate of remuneration payable covers any extra attendance liability that may arise from time to time. Annual Leave The annual leave allowance for this position is 29 days. This allowance is subject to the usual conditions regarding the granting of annual leave in the civil service, is based on a five day week and is exclusive of the usual public holidays. Sick Leave Pay during properly certified sick absence, provided there is no evidence of permanent disability for service, will apply on a pro-rata basis, in accordance with the provisions of the sick leave circulars. Officers who will be paying Class A rate of PRSI will be required to sign a mandate authorising the Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection to pay any benefits due under the Social Welfare Acts directly to the employing Department/Organisation. Payment during illness will be subject to the officer making the necessary claims for social insurance benefit to the Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection within the required time limits.
Parts Advisor
Main Purpose of Job: We are currently recruiting for a Parts Advisor to join the Connolly Motor Group, within the Parts team in Audi Galway. The role: The successful candidate will be required to work within the Parts team to continuously deliver the highest level of satisfaction to internal and external customers. This will require you to continually strive to ensure the appropriate maintenance of stock is available and thus the needs of the customers are delivered. Role Responsibilities:
