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Main purpose of the role: Ensure the Deli Department operates efficiently and effectively at all times and provides our customers with excellent quality products and services. The ideal candidate will have/be:
IT Operations And Infrastructure Manager
IT Operations and Infrastructure Manager – Permanent, Full-time The IT Operations and Infrastructure Manager is a new position that reflects the need to position ICT as central to delivering on the strategic and operational plans of Saint John of God University Hospital CLG (SJOGUHCLG). Working with the Head of Information Technology, the IT Operations and Infrastructure Manager will be responsible for: · Completing the transition and stabilisation the Hospital’s IT services following the separation from the Group IT service and migration from the Group’s Microsoft tenancy to a separate independent Microsoft tenancy · Managing the Hospital’s Network following the separation from the Group Network, ensuring robust security protocols are implemented and monitored · Developing the IT Service Management function, overseeing the IT operational activities and managing the IT infrastructure of the organisation, ensuring efficient, secure and reliable IT services. Essential Qualifications : · Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft 365, Azure, and related technologies including Intune, Conditional Access, and Entra ID · Proven Fortinet Network management experience encompassing firewalls, switches, routers & access points, and familiarity with the Fortinet Security Fabric ecosystem · Network architecture, virtualization, DNS, DHCP, networking protocols (TCP/IP, VLANs) experience · Experience of Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS), Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) and network segmentation · Cybersecurity standards and frameworks (ISO27001, NIST, OWASP, NIS2) · Experience of end point protection, MFA, patching, and vulnerability management tools · Minimum 3 years’ experience of managing an IT Service Management function · Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills · Strong leadership and project management skills
Quality & Compliance Manager
Quality and Compliance Manager – Full-time, Specified Purpose Contract Responsibilities: · Prepare policies, protocols, SOP’s, and guidelines on various aspects to ensure best practice of quality management and regulatory compliance for dissemination throughout the services. · Develop and maintain a quality management information system. · Liaise with management to develop and oversee quality objectives and strategies for achieving them. · Foster a culture of quality and continuous improvement. · Develop and maintain a regulatory compliance information system. · Direct the collection, measurement and presentation of data required for monitoring quality indicators and regulatory compliance. · Review all regulatory update reports submitted by departmental heads for completeness of documentation and accuracy. Essential Qualifications : · Educated to bachelor’s degree/Higher Diploma level (NFQ Level 8 on the Irish National Framework of Qualifications maintained by Qualifications and Quality Ireland QQI) in the area of management and/or healthcare and/quality management/or subject related to the functions of this role and evidence of on-going continuing professional development; · Where quality management is not the primary degree, have additional qualification in quality management to Diploma level (NFQ Level 6). · Significant Experience in Quality and Regulatory Compliance management and administration. · Demonstrated success leading Quality teams & managing quality programs; · Experience of working in a healthcare setting;
Financial Management Accountant (Temp)
SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION Cork County Council invites applications from suitably qualified persons, who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which temporary vacancies for Financial Management Accountant may be filled. The Local Government sector in Ireland is made up of 31 local authorities and 3 regional assemblies. Local authorities are the closest and most accessible form of Government to citizens. Cork County Council is the local government authority for County Cork. SECTION 2: ROLE The Financial Management Accountant is a senior position within the Finance Department reporting to the Director of Finance. The successful candidate will be responsible for modernising and managing change in the finance function. They will be responsible for introduction of new initiatives, policies and procedures and working with multidisciplinary teams to deliver financial and tax services within the local authority. The successful candidate will work in a dynamic and progressive Local Authority which provides a multiplicity of services to County Cork. The Finance Department has responsibility for: ▪ Financial and management accounting - including the preparation of revenue and capital budgets, and the Annual Financial Statement; ▪ Management of long and short-term finances, including investments and borrowings; ▪ Development and improvement of financial systems; ▪ Accounts Payable; ▪ Accounts Receivable; ▪ Payroll; ▪ Commercial Rates; ▪ Insurance; ▪ Motor Taxation; ▪ Procurement Management & Compliance; ▪ Corporate Financial Governance oversight and Business Continuity; Local Government is placing a greater emphasis on strategic management, accountability, performance management and customer service. As a key member of the finance management team you will be required to make a valuable contribution to the strategic management of the finance function. This is an opportunity for an experienced finance professional to fully utilize their professional, technical and management skills in an environment that promotes a high-performance culture. SECTION 3: DUTIES The person or persons appointed will work under the direction and control of the Director of Finance, Deputy Director of Finance or any other officer designated by the Chief Executive. The Financial Management Accountant duties shall include but are not limited to the following: ▪ Preparation of the statutory accounts; ▪ Compilation and preparation of the statutory Local Authority Budget and capital programme; ▪ Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to include auditors, Department of Housing and Local Government, Department of Public Expenditure and Reform (DPER), Office of the Revenue Commissioners, National Oversight and Audit Commission (NOAC), Banks and funding providers; ▪ Ensuring that the entities under the Chief Executive’s control adhere to currently accepted accounting standards and relevant codes of practice; ▪ Management, control and development of the day-to-day operations of the Finance Department and its sections; ▪ Monitoring and implementing or improving internal controls and checks to ensure good financial control, safeguarding of assets of the local authority; ▪ Operation and development of the Council’s accounts receivable or debtor management functions including loan administration, collection of commercial rates, goods and service charges etc; ▪ Ensuring the Council is tax compliant; ▪ Ensuring the rapid, timely and accurate preparation of statutory and other financial and management reports through the use of automated systems; ▪ Monitoring, interpretation and reporting on monthly management accounts for senior management and their sections; ▪ Preparation, implementation and on-going review of the Local Authority’s finance plans including management of capital budgets; ▪ Financial planning and analysis including ad-hoc financial analysis and modelling; ▪ Introduction of reporting structures and systems in line with new requirements of legislation, circulars, value for money reports etc; ▪ Providing financial advice and assistance to internal departments to support the achievement of the Corporate Objectives and support devolved budgeting structures; ▪ Cashflow Management, Treasury and Loan Reporting & Management; ▪ Ensuring the adequacy of financial systems in the Council, and in particular, their support by adequate information systems; ▪ Implementing changes in existing financial systems as required; ▪ Promoting and assisting the implementation of good practice in: Risk Management; Procurement; Value for Money; Shared Services; Efficiency and Effectiveness; ▪ Managing and developing staff in the Finance function to ensure the highest standards of proficiency and work with a variety of non-Finance teams; ▪ Attendance at Council and committee meetings when required; ▪ Other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time. SECTION 4: ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA / QUALIFICATIONS Character Each candidate must be of good character. 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. Education, Training, Experience etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) Possess a professional accountancy qualification and be a member of a recognised body of accountants, and (b) Have satisfactory experience of accountancy work, including management accounting and or financial accounting, and (c) Be experienced in the management of staff, and (d) Possess knowledge of public sector finance. Age Age restrictions shall only apply to a candidate where he or she is not classified as a new entrant within the meaning of the Public Services Superannuation Act, 2004. A candidate who is not classified as a new entrant must be under 70 years of age. Transport Holders of the office shall hold a full driving licence for Class B Vehicles and when required to do so, shall drive a motor car in the course of their duties and for this purpose provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the local authority. Required Skillset In the context of the key duties and responsibilities for the post of Temporary Financial Management Accountant listed above, the ideal candidate will demonstrate the following knowledge, experience, skills and competencies: ▪ Knowledge of accounting methods, procedures, processes and contemporary management accounting techniques and principles; ▪ Extensive experience in leading, developing and implementing financial and resource allocation strategies that support Strategic Corporate objectives; ▪ Experience in the identification of critical financial issues and of briefing senior management and or Board of same; ▪ Extensive experience of analysis, conceptual thinking and problem solving in Finance and Business Management; ▪ Knowledge of taxation; ▪ Experience of staff supervision and performance management; ▪ Highly developed relationship management and interpersonal skills and a capacity to promote co-operation, trust and openness amongst staff and customers; ▪ Highly developed oral and written communication skills, including negotiation, report writing and presentation skills; ▪ Excellent working knowledge of integrated Financial Management Systems and Microsoft Office suite and or equivalent; ▪ Experience in risk management and procurement; ▪ An ability to determine priorities and organise workloads in order to produce quality output within tight time-frames; ▪ A proven ability to work under pressure and think laterally in dealing with a wide range of issues; ▪ Knowledge of the Centro FMS or other major financial management systems; ▪ Knowledge and ability to discharge the duties of the post concerned; ▪ Be suitable in all other relevant respects for appointment to the post concerned. Candidates, if successful, will not be appointed to the post unless they: ▪ Agree to undertake the duties attached to the post and accept the conditions under which the duties are, or may be required to be, performed; ▪ Are fully competent and available to undertake, and fully capable of undertaking, the duties attached to the position. SECTION 5: COMPETENCIES A Competency Based Application form requires you to describe some of your personal achievements to date that demonstrate certain competencies (necessary skills and qualities) required for the position for which you are applying. For each competency, you are given a description of a skill or quality. You are then asked to describe a situation, from your own experience, which you think is the best example of what you have done which demonstrates this skill or quality. It is essential that you describe how you demonstrated the skill or quality in question. Therefore, compose your replies carefully in this section and try to structure what you write so that you give specific information about what you have done for example, do not simply say that “X was successful”, describe exactly what you did and how you demonstrated the skill or quality in question. For each example please include the following: a) the nature of the task, problem or objective; b) what you actually did and how you demonstrated the skill or quality and, where appropriate, the date you demonstrated it; c) the outcome or result of the situation and your estimate of the proportion of credit you can claim for the outcome. The information you present in your application may form part of a shortlisting process and may also be used to help structure your interview, should you be invited to one. A shortlisting process may be applied based on two or more of the competencies and on other information you provide in your application form. Please note that, should you be called to interview, the board may look for additional examples of where you demonstrated the Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Competencies required for this post, so you should think of a number of examples of where you demonstrated each of the skills. SECTION 6: TENURE The fixed term contract duration is 36 months. The office is wholetime and temporary. The post is pensionable. A panel may be formed to fill this position and any future temporary vacancies for Financial Management Accountant which may arise during the lifetime of the panel. SECTION 7: SALARY The salary scale for the post is: €81,777 - €108,074 basic per annum. €81,777 - €82,506 - €85,715 - €88,944 - €92,179 - €95,379 - €98,600 (Maximum), €102,252 (1st LSI) (after 3 years satisfactory service on the Maximum), €108,074 (2nd LSI) (after 3 years satisfactory service on the 1st LSI). Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government. In accordance with Departmental Circular letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1st January 2011, will enter the scale for the position at a minimum point. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. SECTION 8: LOCATION OF POST The position will be based initially in County Hall, Carrigrohane Road, Cork. Cork County Council reserves the right to assign you to any department, premises or district in use by the Council, now or in the future. Changes in location of employment will not result in payment of disturbance money or compensation. The person appointed will be required to provide himself or herself at his or her own expense with the necessary mode of travel to and from work. Holders of the office shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof.
Payroll and Superannuation Manager
This is a permanent vacancy based in our offices in Dublin 2. The Housing Agency operates a Blended Working Policy. It is proposed to form a panel of qualified candidates, to fill any suitable vacancies that may arise during the lifetime of the panel. The Payroll & Superannuation Manager is responsible for organisation and management of all aspects of a section or sections including staff. They will be expected to work closely with colleagues to ensure that the activities of The Housing Agency are effectively coordinated and delivered. The post holder will be directly accountable for the work of the staff reporting to them. The person appointed will have excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiating and decision-making skills. Main Duties • Manage the end-to-end delivery of the Agency’s fortnightly payroll, ensuring accurate and timely processing of pay, deductions, allowances, expenses through payroll, and all routine payroll adjustments. • Administer all payroll changes relating to starters, leavers, contract changes, increments, overtime/TOIL arrangements (where applicable), unpaid leave, and other employee lifecycle events, ensuring appropriate approvals and documentation are in place. • Maintain operational ownership of the payroll system (e.g., Micropay), including control over pay runs, checks, and secure processing routines. • Act as the primary point of contact for payroll queries, managing the payroll inbox, resolving issues within agreed timeframes, and ensuring a high standard of customer service to employees and managers. • Manage the Agency’s monthly pension payroll and associated administration, ensuring correct calculations, deductions, payments, and record-keeping for pensioners. • Liaise with HR/Finance and relevant external bodies on superannuation matters, ensuring consistent application of pension/payroll rules and timely processing of changes. • Ensure full compliance with payroll-related statutory obligations, including timely and accurate statutory returns (including ECF) and adherence to relevant policies, procedures, and circulars/guidance. • Own and continuously improve payroll internal controls (segregation of duties, audit trails, approvals, reconciliations, exception reporting), maintaining a strong control environment appropriate to a core organisational control function. • Maintain secure handling of payroll data, ensuring GDPR-aligned practices, appropriate access controls, and confidentiality across all payroll and pension records. • Prepare payroll-related reports and analysis to support Finance and organisational management, including salary costings and support to workforce planning as required. • Lead payroll year-end processes, including reconciliations, reporting, and coordination with Finance on figures required for the Agency’s Financial Statements. • Serve as payroll lead for audit queries (internal/external), ensuring timely provision of accurate information, clear explanations, and evidence packs. • Plan, prioritise, and manage the payroll workload to ensure consistent delivery of payroll outputs, especially during peak periods (pay runs, year-end, audits). • Provide supervision, guidance, and on-the-job training to payroll support staff (where assigned), setting clear objectives, monitoring performance, and supporting development. • Lead or contribute to corporate initiatives impacting payroll (e.g., policy implementation, controls strengthening, process redesign), ensuring cross-functional alignment with HR, Finance, and Governance/Compliance. • Identify opportunities to streamline payroll processes and improve data quality, accuracy, turnaround times, and user experience—implementing standardised procedures and documenting end-to-end workflows. • Maintain and test business continuity arrangements for payroll, reducing key-person dependency and ensuring resilience in payroll delivery. • Proactively identify payroll risks (processing, compliance, systems, fraud/error), implement mitigations, and escalate significant issues appropriately through management channels. • Carry out other related duties appropriate to the role and Grade 7 level as assigned from time to time. Essential Requirements • A relevant qualification (e.g. IPASS Certificate in Payroll Techniques) • Minimum 3 years’ current experience as a payroll administrator • Minimum 3 years’ supervisory experience in a payroll setting Competencies • Management & Delivery of Results - successfully manages a range of different projects and work activities at the same time. • Analysis and Decision Making – gathers and analyses information from relevant sources, whether financial, numerical or otherwise, weighing up a range of critical factors • Team Leadership – leads the team by example, coaching and supporting individuals as required. • Interpersonal and Communication Skills – builds and maintains relationships with key stakeholders, working within diverse teams, preparing, and presenting reports to key stakeholders. • IT Skills - A working knowledge/understanding of IT systems including Microsoft Office packages • Specialist Knowledge – comprehensive working knowledge of payroll and pension payroll operations: statutory deductions and returns, Revenue requirements, overtime/leave adjustments, reconciliations, year-end processes, internal controls, and GDPR-grade confidentiality Salary Scale – Administrative Officer LA Scales €60,611 - €62,095 - €63,826 - €65,563 - €67,300 - €68,852 - €70,442 - €71,982 - €73,518 LSI1 €76,149 LSI2 €78,795 New entrants will be appointed on the first point of the scale in line with government policy. Different terms and conditions may apply if immediately before appointment you are a currently serving civil/public servant. Eligibility to compete: Candidates should note that eligibility to compete is open to citizens of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union along with Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway. Swiss citizens under EU agreements may also apply. To qualify candidates must be citizens of the EEA by the date of any job offer. Eligible candidates must be: a) A citizen of the European Economic Area. 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 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 Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. Application Procedure Candidates must provide: An up-to-date CV and a detailed cover letter (maximum two pages). Your cover letter should clearly outline your suitability for the role and demonstrate how your relevant experience and skills align with the duties and requirements set out in this job specification.
Director Of Governance, Strategy & Project Management
We are seeking a Director of Governance, Strategy & Project Management to join the Executive Management Team and transform the lives of people with disabilities across Avista. Director of Governance, Strategy & Project Management Avista is a progressive organisation, within the disability sector which provide a wide range of services including Day, Residential and Respite support to both children and adults in various locations across Dublin ,Limerick, North Tipperary and Offaly .The organisation is looking for candidates who are committed to supporting people with intellectual disabilities and their families, in a person centered, community based, socially inclusive manner in accordance with our core values and ethos, underpinned by quality, best practice and research. Reporting to the CEO, the successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring robust compliance, effective decision-making, and the successful execution of strategic projects that enhance the quality and impact of our services. Working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, the Director of Governance, Strategy and Project Management will champion innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement. Location: St. Vincent’s Centre (Dublin) Contract: Permanent Full-Time (35 Hours Per Week) Salary: General Manager €86,604 - €107,727 Salary dependent on relevant public sector experience. Ref: 96399 Essential · A Degree (Level 8) in a relevant professional or health management discipline is essential. · Significant experience at senior management level. · A minimum of 5 years relevant experience working in a comparable organisation. · Proven leadership and management qualities. · A background in disability is essential · Individuals with experience in a relevant not-for-profit, public sector or healthcare setting will also be of particular interest. *Applicants should possess Level 3 behavioral competencies of the Avista competency framework. Why work with us? Please submit a Cover letter and CV as application via our website careers section at: https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/ Informal enquiries to Lorraine Macken, CEO Email: lorraine.macken@avistaclg.ie Closing date for receipt of applications 24th April 2026 Interviews scheduled for 8th May 2026 “A panel may be formed from which future positions may be filled across the Dublin service.” Avista is a public body and subject to Freedom of Information and Data Protection Requests. Avista is an equal opportunities employer.
Vehicle Body Repairs Apprentice
Main Purpose of Job: At Connolly Motor Group we are one of Irelands No.1 Aftersales Dealers for Audi, Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, SEAT, Cupra, Hyundai, Volvo and MG with sites in Ballina, Sligo, Galway and Letterkenny. Due to expansion and as part of our Apprenticeship Programme we are currently interested in recruiting 1st year Service Apprentices within Motor Mechanics to join our growing team in Volkswagen and Audi Sligo. The role: The apprenticeship offered will be for a 4-year period and will involve both on the job and off the job training. On successful completion of your apprenticeship, you will receive a nationally and internationally recognised FETAC Level 6 Craft Certificate. The person: Skills and Competencies: • Minimum SOLAS entry requirements is essential • Leaving Certificate with a pass in Ordinary level Maths is essential • Ability to work in a team • Ability to work on own initiative • Display a keen interest in Motor Vehicles • Interested in working in a fast-paced environment • Attention to detail is fundamental to ensure quality is consistently delivered • Continuous improvement mindset • Full Clean Drivers license We understand the importance of investing in our apprentices, we provide a fully equipped toolbox to the value of €3,000, training and development, uniforms, working with world class brands, employee assistance programme, career progression post apprenticeship, further education and other benefits. If you are driven, customer focused, with a continuous improvement mindset we would be interested to hear from you.
Health and Safety Manager
Contract Type: Permanent, full time Reporting To: Divisional H&S Manager/Site Operations Manager Role Summary: Dawn Meats is a premium meat processor and supplier of choice for a range of leading supermarket, foodservice and restaurant businesses. Established in 1980, Dawn Meats is an industry leader with annual revenues of over €2bn, employing over 8,000 staff in 15 countries and exporting to over 50 countries. Dawn Meats is currently recruiting a Health & Safety Manager to play a key role in leading and managing health and safety across our Ballyhaunis primary production facility. Responsibilities The successful candidate will be based at our Ballyhaunis facility and will be responsible for:
Executive Fleet Manager
Duties The particular duties and responsibilities attached to the post may vary from time to time, without changing the general character of the duties or level of responsibilities entailed. The post holder may therefore be required to perform duties appropriate to the post, other than those detailed below, and to take instructions from and report to, an appropriate Officer or such designated Officer as may be assigned from time to time by Waterford City & County Council. The duties of the Executive Fleet Manager will include but are not limited to: a) Maintenance of accurate vehicle records using an online platform b) Ensure fleet vehicles/ plant items are kept “in service” at all times c) Regular communication with Hire Companies and inhouse workshops to ensure that servicing, repairs and statutory inspections are completed in a coordinated and timely manner. d) Preparation of Business Case Reports and/ or similar reports justifying expenditure in relation fleet items. e) Evaluate the advantages of various procurement routes to determine the most economically advantageous approach to fleet renewal f) Procurement of vehicles/plant and other related services (for example, fuel, spare parts, etc.), which will include: - Preparing specifications / tender documentation and arranging tendering procedure. - Evaluating/making recommendations on submitted tenders. - Preparing/processing contract documentation. g) Day to day management, including performance assessment, and monitoring of contracts. h) Devising appropriate vehicle replacement programmes in line with the Council’s Climate Action Plan. i) Engagement with fleet budget holders to determine the most suitable vehicle to meet their operational needs while also achieving best value for money and lowest possible fleet related emissions. j) Analysis of vehicle usage to identify potential fleet efficiencies including opportunities to reduce fleet emissions. k) Ensuring that drivers/ operators receive adequate vehicle familiarisation training and any other training necessary to ensure that the fleet is kept in good order, this may include vehicle daily check training, eco driver training, retraining as necessary. l) Monitor compliance of daily vehicle checks on all fleet vehicles (using phone-based app), follow up with drivers & line managers where checks are not being completed. m) Engagement with drivers and line managers in the event of Accidents/ Incidents involving fleet, including coordination of response and compliance with legal, safety and insurance company requirements. n) Proactive management of all fleet issues raised during daily driver checks or adhoc problems – this will involving coordination, oversight and followup with relevant workshop or hire company. These fleet related issues should be managed through a digital or online database to ensure they are tracked and closed out in a timely manner. This database should be used to measure the performance of the workshop/ company involved in the repair. This shall be a KPI used in contract assessment. o) The Executive Fleet Manager shall produce KPIs for in house workshops for statutory inspections and servicing as well as repairs. p) Maintain an up to date record of all fleet items including all vehicle and driver data. q) Ongoing management of fleet telematics system, including the coordination of hardware installation/ removal and the customisation of reports to satisfy operational, legal and compliance requirements. r) Co-ordinating the maintenance and management of Fleet related IT systems. s) Carrying out on-going evaluation of the cost base of fleet operations including procurement arrangements, maintenance, accidents, fuel usage and so on to ensure that the Council gets best value for money. t) Ensuring that arrangements are in place to meet all statutory requirements including road tax, vehicle insurance, driving licences, vehicle testing and Health and Safety requirements. u) Ensuring compliance with Health and Safety legislation and regulations, and the Council’s Corporate Health and Safety systems. v) Be responsible for the testing and calibration of Plant and Machinery as required. w) Providing advice on all fleet related issues to senior management and local users. x) Upward reporting including preparation and presentation of reports on Fleet related matters. y) Assessing requests for new vehicles and ensuring that all requests for new fleet items align with organisational objectives and our commitments on climate action. z) Ensuring that any fleet related arrangements/agreements between the Council and other local authorities, government departments and so on are effectively implemented. aa) To be available during emergencies to respond to requests for assistance outside of normal working hours. bb) Ensure that adequate measures are put in place to ensure continuity of service during any periods of absence – ensuring that fleet issues are actioned and closed out at all times. cc) Such other duties as may be assigned from time to time. The Ideal Candidate will demonstrate: Salary: Current Salary Scale: €60,255 to €83,758 (LSI 2) The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The employee shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than his/her inclusive salary) payable to or received by him/her by virtue of his/her employment or in respect of services which he/she is required by or under any enactment to perform. Entry point of this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the by the Department of Housing, Local Government & Heritage. In accordance with Departmental Circular letter EL 02/2026, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1st January 2011, will enter the scale for the position at the minimum point (currently €60,255). Remuneration is paid fortnightly directly to the employee’s nominated bank account. The current wage pay cycle may be revised during the period of employment. Remuneration is subject to all statutory deductions, e.g. P.A.Y.E. and P.R.S.I. 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. Probation: Where a person who is not already a permanent officer of Waterford City & County Council is appointed, the following provisions shall apply:- (a) there shall be a period after such appointment takes effect, during which such person shall hold office on probation; (b) such period shall be six months but the Chief Executive may, at his or her discretion extend such a period; (c) such a person shall cease to hold office at the end of the period of probation, unless during such period, the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such person is satisfactory. Superannuation: The relevant Superannuation Scheme will apply. The provisions of the Local Government (Superannuation) (Consolidation) Scheme 1998 may apply. Persons who become pensionable officers who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required, in respect of their superannuation contribution, to contribute to the local authority as follows: 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (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 dependent or qualified children). Persons who become pensionable officers who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required, in respect of their superannuation contribution, to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. The provisions of the Spouses and Children’s/Widows and Orphans Contributory Pension Scheme will continue to apply. New entrants will be admitted to the Single Public Service Pension Scheme with effect from the date of appointment. The scheme is contributory and provides pension, retirement gratuity, death gratuity and survivors benefits. To qualify for a pension the successful candidate must have served a minimum of two years employment in a Local Authority. Retirement Age There is no mandatory retirement age for new entrants to the public service as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. Anyone who is not a new entrant to the public service, as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004, is subject to a compulsory retirement age of 70 years or as determined in accordance with Department Circulars and in line with Government Policy. The maximum retirement age for new entrants as defined by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and other Provisions) Act 2012 is 70 years. The Council may refer staff to a medical advisor at any time to determine fitness to carry out the duties to which they have been assigned. 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 debarred from applying for another position in the same employment or the same sector. Therefore, such retirees may not apply for this position. Hours of Work: The normal working hours are 35 hours per week. All hours worked are subject to and recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997, and the Organisation of Working Time Regulations, 2001. Waterford City & County Council requires employees to record their hours using the CORE/TDS Clocking system. Annual Leave: The annual leave entitlement for the grade is 30 days per annum. The Chief Executive of Waterford City & County Council retains autonomy with regard to office closures, (e.g. Christmas Office Closure); any days arising from such closure will be reserved from the employee’s annual leave entitlement. Proposed office closure days will be reviewed and advised to all employees each year. Residence: The successful candidate shall reside in the district in which his/her duties are to be performed, or within a reasonable distance thereof. Drivers Licence: Executive Fleet Managers employed by Waterford City & County Council will be required to use their car on official business. In such situations the employee must hold a current clean driver’s licence and have available adequate means of transport. It is the responsibility of the employee to arrange the appropriate car insurance for business use and to indemnify Waterford City & County Council with the indemnity specified on the insurance certificate under the heading “Persons or classes of person who are covered”. Documentation to confirm the appropriate insurance cover will be required to be supplied to the Council on an annual basis. Code of Conduct/Organisational Policies: Employees are to be required to adhere to all current and future Waterford City & County Council codes of practice including Code of Conduct of Employees and all current and future organisational policies including, but not limited to Health and Safety, Communications, Data Protection, Equality, Staff Mobility, Attendance Management and Use of Electronic Equipment. A full list of relevant policies is contained on the council Intranet. Training: Employees are required to attend and participate fully in training programmes as may be decided by the Council from time to time and to apply their learning in the course of their daily working activities. Location of assignment/appointment: Waterford City & 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. Commencement: Waterford City & County Council shall require a person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of not more than one month (subject to notice requirements) and if they fail to take up the appointment within such period or such other longer period as the Council in its absolute discretion may determine, Waterford City & County Council shall not appoint them. Reporting Arrangements: Executive Fleet Manager report directly to the appropriate supervisor in the Section or to any other employee of Waterford City & County Council as the Chief Executive, Director of Services or other appropriate employee may designate for this purpose. A system of regular appraisal (PMDS) will be operated involving discussions between the employee and the line manager regarding performance and conduct. Health & Safety: Waterford City & County Council as an Employer is obliged to ensure, in so far as it is reasonably practicable the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work of all of its employees. Under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, the County Council has a legal duty to exercise all due care and take all protective and preventative measures to protect the Safety, Health and Welfare of its employees. All employees also have a legal obligation under Safety and Health legislation to co-operate with management and not engage in any improper conduct or behaviour or do anything, which would place themselves or others at risk. Employees must not be under the influence of an intoxicant at the place of work. Employees must comply with all Safety and Health rules and regulations and attend all required Safety and Health Training.
Regional Manager
Background Enterprise Ireland’s remit is to accelerate the development of world class Irish companies to achieve leading positions in global markets. Our clients, employing over 220,000 people across Ireland, make a significant contribution to the Irish economy nationally and regionally. Enterprise Ireland’s (EI) forthcoming strategy, for the period 2025–2029, will focus on supporting Irish business to accelerate sustainably and increasingly contribute to economic growth. The environment in which Irish businesses operate is constantly changing and business needs to be innovative and ambitious to succeed. Our 5-year strategy sets out how we will support Irish business to START, COMPETE, SCALE and CONNECT to deliver jobs across Ireland and impact globally. We will work with our fastest growing to: • Develop leadership teams with ambition • Strengthen management and financial capability • Provide pathways to new sources of funding • Assist enterprises to connect with and realise opportunities overseas EI’s Entrepreneurship and Regions Division plays a key role in the delivery of Enterprise Ireland’s objectives across the country, working with companies and key stakeholders to accelerate development agendas which maximise regional impact. The Regional Manager will report to Regional Director, Southern Region and will primarily support activity in the Southeast but also the initiatives across the Southern Region as required. Role purpose The Regional Manager will be a catalyst for the future growth and sustainability of Irish enterprises in the region, from start-ups to scaling businesses. By empowering regional ecosystems and enabling growth engagement with both new and existing EI client companies, they will ensure a thriving business environment. Additionally, the Regional Manager will play a crucial role in fostering the ecosystem for company growth and accelerating job growth in the region. This will be achieved through strategic collaboration with partners / stakeholders in the region and EI sector teams to support regionally significant clients, making a lasting positive impact on the local economy. Key deliverables • Deep understanding of the regional strengths and gaps with respect to the EI strategy and work on strategic improvements with the regional director that will impact enterprise development • Proactively influence key stakeholder relationships in the region providing and leading a strong strategic representation agenda for the agency (e.g. Local Authorities, LEO, Elected Representatives, Regional Enterprise Plans, etc.) • Develop and manage the relationship with regional infrastructure hubs / centres, previously supported by EI, to ensure client interaction is a priority and to deliver their agreed KPI’s • Proactively engage with the regional funds team to secure relevant new regional infrastructure for the region and to ensure suitable programmes are delivered to the benefit of EI client base • Collaborate with the entrepreneurship team to work on key strategic initiatives to grow the number of start-ups in all regions, including under-represented regions • Proactively position programmes, clusters, and start-up accelerators, driven by regional hubs / centres, to the enterprise base in the region • Identify the regionally significant clients together with sector teams across all divisions and ensure their growth agendas are a focus with local stakeholders to allow clients to compete and scale their businesses • Lead regional business networking events, information sharing platforms including practical initiatives • Support regionals meet the buyer events / supply chain solutions with colleagues, ensuring good connectivity to FDI and large EI clients in the region • Ensure time is spent on the LEO engagement with respect to client identification to transition to EI through the LEO evaluation panels • Co-ordinate the county briefs and regional briefing materials / profiles and to ensure PQ’s are addressed • Work with the Regional Director to actively promote the region as a location for growth and sustainability, leveraging regional specific marketing material and ensure media representation to showcase the region. Work with EI Press team to highlight the region across all media platforms • Ensure the brand of EI is always held in high regard in the regions when representing the organisation • Manage and ensure the smooth running of Enterprise Ireland’s regional operations, where appropriate, including regional offices, regional team, local budget requirements Regional managers will be primarily aligned to the Southeast within and will support initiatives across the Southern region as required. Functional competencies (key skills and knowledge • Strong understanding of the factors that impact regional development and growth of indigenous business is essential • Significant experience of working in a client development and / or regional development role is essential • Strong commercial and strategic skills with experienced ability to identify gaps / opportunities that inhibit growth of companies is essential • Excellent communication skills, including experience in acting as a spokesperson for an organisation • Experience of engaging and influencing with key internal and external stakeholders at senior level both in private and in public fora is essential • Proven ability to manage a team is essential • Knowledge and understanding of Enterprise Ireland’s supports to industry and the ability to direct indigenous clients to appropriate programmes and financial supports • Experience of project management, including the ability to oversee / manage significant events • A third level qualification in a business-related area is desirable • Willingness and flexibility to engage with key stakeholders, clients and networks and attend relevant events requiring engagement outside of Enterprise Ireland’s business hours Enterprise Ireland Behavioural Competencies Results Focused The ability to remain outcome and results focused with regard to business priorities and organisational goals, monitoring progress and adjusting approach ensuring delivery against the appropriate timescales. Innovation and Risk-Taking Actively encourages new ideas, experimentation and measured risk-taking, while always being on the look-out for opportunities to continuously improve business processes and efficiencies within Enterprise Ireland and client organisations. Problem Solving and Decision-Making The ability to be decisive and take tough decisions about clients, people and costs to deliver sustainable results, using the analysis of information and situations to make logical and sound decisions. Client Focused The ability to provide an excellent client service focusing on client needs and building and maintaining effective personal and business relationships to advance clients’ objectives and Enterprise Ireland strategy. Communicating with Impact to Influence Others Communicates in a manner that will persuade, convince and influence their own staff and others, both internally and externally, in order to motivate, inspire or encourage them to follow a particular course of action. Teamworking Co-operates with colleagues, shares information and respects the opinions and values of staff members. Understands the skills, experience and knowledge of staff members and maximises how these can be utilised to the benefit of the department, the organisation and the client. Embracing and Leading Change Understands the business agenda of Enterprise Ireland and embraces changes for area of responsibility and for external and internal clients. Acting / Leading with Integrity Lives the Enterprise Ireland purpose and values, acting genuinely and with integrity, in a manner that builds trust and engages and motivates others, placing the genuine needs of the client, the organisation, and staff ahead of personal agendas. Networking Establishes and maintains mutually beneficial relationships with colleagues and other networks for the purpose of sharing information. Developing Yourself and Others Creates an environment that enables others to excel in terms of job performance. Salary scale €82,290 to €101,065 per annum contributory superannuation Rising to €104,169 by long service increments €79,483 to €96,009 per annum non-contributory superannuation Rising to €98,963 by long service increments Candidates should note that entry will be at the minimum of the relevant scale, and the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Subject to satisfactory performance, increments may be payable in line with current Government Policy. Point of entry on this salary scale may differ from the minimum point of the scale if the successful candidate is a current public or civil servant.
