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ABP Food Group is one of Europe’s leading food processors, in business since 1954. ABP Food Group has operations throughout Ireland, the UK and Europe with annual revenues of €5bn1. ABP Food Group delivers high quality, fully traceable, award-winning meat products by working together with our partners – from farmers and retailers, to experts in the fields of animal welfare and sustainability. ABP Food Group was the first food company in the world to achieve Quadruple Accreditation from the Carbon Trust. Our core business – ABP Beef – is supported by our renewable, pet food and protein divisions, which combine to ensure the value of by-products is maximised and the environmental impact of our business and customers is minimised. We are seeking an ambitious Group Tax Manager to join our tax team. You will become a key member of the close knit tax team led by the Group Head of Tax and based in the Group’s head office in Ardee, Co. Louth. The role will involve working closely with the Head of Tax, Head of Finance and various colleagues throughout the business. The Role:
Environmental & Sustainability Officer
C&D Foods is one of Europe’s leading own label pet food manufacturers producing a range of wet and dry pet foods. C&D Foods has grown to become one of the industry’s leading pet food producers. C&D Foods has 9 production facilities across 7 Countries (Ireland, the UK, France, Denmark, Austria, Spain, and The Netherlands) and 2 sales offices located in Manchester and Italy. C&D Foods’ Headquarters is in Mullingar, county Westmeath. At our C&D Foods site in Edgeworthstown we are currently inviting applications for the role of Environmental & Sustainability Officer to support our operations onsite. Job description Management of environmental compliance, waste management, Carbon Footprint and Energy management, and the overall driving of Sustainability of the Business. Responsibilities · Ensure full compliance with EPA license and environmental legislation. · Day to day monitoring of the wastewater treatment plant on site. · Identify and implement projects to reduce the carbon footprint, water and energy use through both capital expenditure and continuous improvement. · Collaboration with the engineering department on the day to day running of the business’s facilities in relation to both operation and sustainability. · Collaboration with the production department on the day to day running of the business regarding both operation and sustainability. · Collaboration with group sustainability both in C&D and the wider ABP Group in relation to sustainability · Daily monitoring of all parameters outlined in the sites EPA license for environmental emissions. · Ensuring all sampling programmes for discharges are carried out. · Interpreting energy and water related data for the site and using this data to identify trends. · Upkeep of all environmental, waste and energy related documentation. · Organising of any required infrastructural improvement works relating to environmental equipment with relevant contractors. · Primary point of contact for environmental regulatory bodies such as the EPA, should they contact the site for any reason such as a Site Audit. · Managing of noise and pollution control. · Presenting of sites overall Sustainability performance to head management. · Upkeep of the sites ISO14001 & ISO50001 standards. Qualifications · Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, or related discipline. · Minimum 2 years’ experience in an environmental or sustainability role within manufacturing or industrial operations. · Strong knowledge of environmental legislation and compliance requirements. · Experience with ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 standards. · Experience in WWTP operations preferred.
Environmental Officer
The Environmental & Sustainability Officer is responsible for overseeing the environmental performance of the site, coordinating and implementing a site-wide environmental strategy. They manage the sustainability policies of the company and achieve targets set by the company on reducing energy, waste, emissions etc. Key Responsibilities: · Maintain, implement, and manage environmental policies and management systems. · Support and maintain ISO 14001 certification & ISO 50001 as required to ensure compliance with the standard · Ensure compliance with environmental legislation, staying updated on both Irish and European regulations. · Liaise with relevant bodies such as the EPA, local authorities, and public organizations. · Monitor all emissions and emission points in accordance with licensing requirements. · Generate reports in response to legislative requirements inherent in the licenses. · Oversee the operational management and supervision of the site’s wastewater treatment plant (WWTP), support the WWTP Operator on a daily basis to ensure compliance and completing daily WWTP paperwork. · Continuously review electricity and water usage as part of energy management efforts. · Manage sludge treatment optimization and removal operations. · Coordinate all aspects of pollution control, waste management, recycling, environmental health, conservation, and renewable energy initiatives. · Lead sustainability reporting and improvement initiatives focused on recycling and waste reduction. · Responsible for upkeep of The Environmental Management System. · Assist in and provide input for project management involving the installation of new environmental equipment and technology. · Contribute to the development and implementation of site decarbonization plans. · Attend Audits & site inspections for EPA licence, ISO 14001, 50001, EWS · Lead by example, upholding the company’s values in all areas of work. Essential Requirements: · Qualification in a relevant subject related to Environment and Sustainability Management · At least 2 years of experience in a similar role, with experience in an FMCG manufacturing environment considered desirable but not essential. · Strong knowledge of environmental legislation and compliance. · Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and verbal/written communication skills. · Ability to work independently, demonstrate innovation, and manage multiple tasks while prioritizing effectively. · Capability to influence stakeholders at all levels within the organization. · Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. · Experience working with multidisciplinary groups and stakeholders both on-site and within the broader organization. The Environmental & Sustainability Officer will be reporting directly to the site General Manager and Group Environmental & Sustainability Manager.
Group IT Project Manager
C&D Foods and its affiliates are one of the largest pet food manufacturers in Europe, offering specially-formulated cat and dog food for the private label market. Founded in 1969, C&D Foods and its affiliates have grown to become one of the industry’s leading pet food producers with eight manufacturing sites across Europe supplying quality products to customers around the world. We provide a one-stop-shop for all our customer’s wet and dry pet food needs, from large-scale, low-cost highly-automated facilities to multi-purpose, smaller volume flexible sites. Through our dedicated Nutrition & Research Centre and focus on continuous improvement, we’ve developed a reputation for innovation, collaboration, quality and market expertise. As part of C&D's digital evolution and standardisation programme, we are looking for an experienced IT project manager to deliver the European rollout of our Time and Attendance software, Clockwise from Softworks. This is an exciting opportunity that will lead to meaningful change and optimisations across many T&A related business processes. This is a high profile role and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop and build cross functional relationships while gaining significant business exposure during the rollout. This role will report to the Head of IT and will work with project stakeholders across all sites. They will also coordinate their work with the ABP IT Programme Manager. As a Group IT Project Manager (Fixed Term Contract) you will manage the European rollout of our Time and Attendance software alongside the delivery of many of our business transformation and modernisation projects. You will use your business knowledge and understanding to ensure projects are managed and delivered to the expectations of all stakeholders. You will be a champion of quality project management practices and measure project progress using qualitative and quantitative tools, structures and metrics. You will adopt, improve and be accountable for governance and process and you will work closely with the IT management team to coach and elevate the skills of the IT team to those standards. You will build relationships and work collaboratively to ensure successful outcomes, both internally with our IT and business teams as well as externally with our partners, suppliers and customers. Our objective as a team is to develop and sustain the quality and consistency of the delivery of projects across our division. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Trainee Manager
Main purpose of the role: Support the management team in all aspects of the operation of the store while gaining detailed experience in individual departments throughout the store. The ideal candidate will have/be: 1 years€,, experience in the retail industry is desirable Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) Experience balancing cash/tills is desirable Experience with fresh food Excellent communication skills Good delegation skills Highly driven with a strong work ethic Commerciality and brand awareness Passion for grocery retail Thrive in a fast-paced working environment. Main Duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Set, monitor and achieve sales targets with the team on gross profit margin, net margin, waste and other KPIs as agreed with Store Manager Actively participate in all training and development initiatives, and performance assessments Merchandise and present the entire store to the highest standard at all times and in accordance with relevant store planograms and guidelines Implement planograms correctly and ensure the correct range is in place in store Gain competence with all aspects of supply procedures €" ordering, delivery procedures, stock rotation and control procedures Manage such departments as are assigned to you Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
Staff Officer
JOB INFORMATION/REQUIREMENTS PLEASE NOTE: • FAILURE TO UPLOAD ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS I.E. QUALIFICATIONS, I.D. ETC., AT SUBMISSION STAGE WILL AUTOMATICALLY RESULT IN AN INVALID APPLICATION. • APPLICANTS SHOULD SATISFY THEMSELVES THAT THEIR EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION. • APPLICANTS WITH NON-IRISH QUALIFICATIONS CAN AVAIL OF THE ON-LINE RECOGNITION OF FOREIGN QUALIFICATIONS SERVICE PROVIDED BY QUALITY AND QUALIFICATIONS IRELAND (QQI) AND MUST SUBMIT PROOF OF SAME WITH THEIR APPLICATIONS. • FAILURE TO FULLY COMPLETE EACH QUESTION ON THE APPLICATION FORM MAY DEEM YOUR APPLICATION INVALID (ANSWERS WHICH REDIRECT TO OTHER RESPONSES ARE NOT PERMITTED). PANEL INFORMATION & ELIGIBILITY Panel Formation Recruitment to Clerical Administrative Grades IV to Grade VII are allocated on the following basis: Panel A. 50% Confined to employees of the Local Authority Sector Panel B. 30% Open Panel C. 20% Confined to employees of Kilkenny County Council Panel A: (Confined to the Local Authority Sector) will comprise of successful applicants, in order of merit, from within the Local Authority Sector only, i.e. candidates serving in a Local Authority or Regional Assembly (where applicable). See eligibility requirements below. Panel B: (Open Competition) will comprise of all successful applicants in order of merit and may include candidates serving in a Local Authority, Regional Assembly and external candidates. See eligibility requirements below. Panel C: (Confined to Kilkenny County Council) will comprise of successful applicants, in order of merit, from within Kilkenny County Council only. See eligibility requirements below. MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS – PANEL A 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. Education, Training, Experience etc. Be a serving employee in a local authority or a regional assembly and have at least two years’ satisfactory experience in a post of Clerical Officer or analogous post. MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS – PANEL B 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. Education, Training, Experience etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (i) (a) Have obtained at least Grade D (or a Pass), in Higher or Ordinary Level, in five subjects (or four subjects if Irish is included) from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Established Leaving Certificate Examination or Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme including Irish and/or English and one of the following: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics, and (b) Have obtained at least Grade C (or Honours) in Higher Level (or Honours) papers in three subjects in that examination (or two subjects if Irish and/or one of the following is included: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics), or (ii) Have obtained a comparable standard in an equivalent examination, or (iii) Hold a third level qualification of at least degree standard. Please note in relation to point (ii) above, an example of a comparable standard in an equivalent examination refers to the national state exams of another country, for example the A levels in the UK. MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS – PANEL C 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. Education, Training, Experience etc. Be a serving employee of Kilkenny City Council and have at least two years’ satisfactory experience in a post of Clerical Officer or analogous post. DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS Kilkenny County Council can for any position they advertise, include Desirable Requirements. Desirable Requirements are those that would be beneficial to optimising job performance. Desirable Requirements can be used if necessary to reduce numbers called for interview. It is desirable that each candidate shall have: • Knowledge and understanding of the structure and functions of local government. • Knowledge of current local government issues. • Understanding of the role of a Staff Officer. • Relevant administrative experience. • Experience of supervising staff. • Experience of working as part of a team. • Experience of preparing reports and correspondence. • Strong resource management skills. • Knowledge and experience of operating ICT systems. Applicants should satisfy themselves they are eligible under the required qualifications. Kilkenny County Council may not be in a position to investigate the eligibility of all candidates in advance of the interview/examination, and hence persons who are ineligible but nevertheless enter, may put themselves to unnecessary expense. JOB DESCRIPTION ROLE Kilkenny County Council invites applications from suitably qualified persons, who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel, from which relevant vacancies for the post of Staff Officer may be filled. The Staff Officer is a supervisory position within the Council and is assigned responsibility for the administration and management of a work area, section or team. The Staff Officer works as part of a team, assisting with the implementation of work programmes to achieve goals and standards set out in Departmental and Team Plans. The post holder has a supervisory role in the day-to-day operations of a work area or as a team leader. The Staff Officer is expected to carry out their duties in a manner that enhances public trust and confidence and ensures impartial decision making. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES DUTIES OF THE ROLE SHALL INCLUDE: The duties may include but are not limited to the following and the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. • To be responsible for the supervision of a work area or section within the Council, including supervision of a team. • To support the line manager to ensure section or department work programmes are implemented to deliver on the Council’s operational plan, including supervising the work of the team. • To develop and maintain productive working relationships. • To provide information and assistance relating to their area of work as required. • To compile, prepare and present reports, presentations and correspondence as necessary. • To represent their section or department on committees or at meetings and give progress reports as required. • To provide support and assistance in the delivery of projects as required. • To be involved in the day-to-day management of resources within their section or team. • To identify opportunities for improvements in service delivery within their section or team. • To support and implement change management initiatives within their section or team. • To supervise employees in supporting roles, including assigning tasks and duties, scheduling and prioritising work and monitoring and reporting on progress. • To provide support to team members and employees, handling day-to-day issues, ensuring compliance with all council policies and procedures. • To participate in corporate activities and responsibilities appropriate to the grade. • To be in compliance with Health and Safety legislative requirements, policies and procedures and safe systems of work. • To deputise for the line manager or equivalent as required. • To undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibility, as may be required, or assigned, from time to time. PARTICULARS OF OFFICE SALARY The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The holder of the office shall pay to Kilkenny County Council any fees or other monies (other than inclusive salary) payable to and received by him/her by virtue of his/her office or in respect of services which he/she is required by or under any enactment to perform. In accordance with EL02/2011 persons who are not serving Local Authority employees must be placed on the minimum of the scale. Where a person being appointed is a serving Local Authority employee normal starting pay rules will apply. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with government policy. The current salary scale for the position is €52,239 minimum of the scale to €62,484 Maximum of the scale inclusive of LSI’s. CITIZENSHIP Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or (b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or (c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or (e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa; or (f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident.
Head Of Community
The Head of Community will provide dynamic and innovative leadership to drive the strategic direction and delivery of Community Services. Working in line with the Council’s Corporate Plan, the postholder will shape and implement service strategies, advise senior leaders on policy and service development, and lead a diverse portfolio that includes community development, externally funded programmes, and community facilities. This is a pivotal role responsible for delivering high‑performing, customer‑focused services; fostering strong internal and external partnerships; ensuring effective governance and resource management; and championing continuous improvement. The Head of Community will also play an active corporate leadership role—contributing to organisational development, community planning, and cross‑departmental initiatives that support the Council’s strategic objectives. Please Note: • Assessment Centre will be held week commencing 13 April 2026 and Interviews will be held on 1 May 2026. • This is a permanent, full-time post, working 36 hours per week. • The working hours are Monday to Thursday 9.00am to 5.00pm and Friday 9.00 am to 4.30 pm. • A reserve list may be kept from this recruitment exercise. • This role is primarily based at the Signal Centre, Bangor, with the requirement to work across other Council buildings as needed. The postholder will also have the opportunity to work agilely, in line with Council policy and service needs. • All correspondence in relation to the job vacancy will be completed by email and phone. Therefore, it is important that applicants ensure a valid e-mail address and mobile number are provided and entered accurately when filling out the application form. • Applicants should ensure they check their emails including junk folders regularly. 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 …
Risk and Compliance Manager
The Role The Irish Prison Service seeks to appoint a Risk & Compliance Manager to support and manage its risk management and compliance frameworks and related risk and compliance activities at tactical and operational levels. This post will act as a key support to the Directors Leadership Team of the Irish Prison Service and the Governors of all Prisons and Support Units. Functionally, the post holder will work in the Corporate Services Directorate, reporting to a Principal Officer (Head of Risk, Assurance and Compliance) within that directorate. Key responsibilities of this function will include service-wide implementation and ongoing administration of the Irish Prison Service’s risk and compliance processes, roll-out and maintenance of risk tools, processes and procedures, and monitoring of the Irish Prison Service’s key compliance obligations from a risk management perspective. While responsibility for the execution of compliance and risk resides with each of the directorate divisions, Prisons and Support Units (which are also responsible for managing their key risks), the Irish Prison Service requires support and co-ordination of these areas to give assurance to the Directors Leadership Team, Director General, and the Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration that these activities are operating as designed and effective. The Risk & Compliance Manager has responsibility for all aspects of the following tasks and for such other tasks as may be assigned from time to time in line with the business requirements: Risk Management: • Responsible for the ongoing development and day-to-day management of the Irish Prison Service Risk Management Policy and Procedures. • Support senior management in the development, articulation and ongoing review of risk management strategies, including risk appetite and risk prioritisation, in line with organisational objectives and public sector guidance. • Support risk identification, assessment, escalation, review and reporting of risks across the estate. • Ensure consistency, clarity, and robustness of risk descriptions, controls and actions. • Manage the development and implementation of risk management tools, including risk registers maintained at Corporate, Directorate, Prison and Support Unit levels. • Provide risk management training and support, and promote awareness of good risk management principles and practices to staff throughout the organisation. • Strengthen risk-related engagement mechanisms by providing guidance and assistance to risk owners in every area, in understanding, monitoring and continuously managing risk. • Advise on risk-related issues as they arise. • Communicate specific risks and thematic issues to senior management. • Develop, refine and report key risk indicators and management information systems to provide regular risk updates on progress in the implementation of the Risk Management Policy to senior management, the Audit Committee, and other fora. • Oversee the implementation of audit recommendations. • Implement a system of central identification of risks associated with key compliance requirements across the Irish Prison Service, to ensure that such requirements are consistently captured, ownership established, and controls and assurance requirements identified. • Collate and produce risk reporting for senior management, including information published in Annual Reports. • By keeping abreast of external developments, and with a “best in class” mindset, ensure at all times that Irish Prison Service risk management systems and practices exceed or (at a minimum) align with recognised public sector good practice models and relevant industry norms. • Lead and support internal risk reviews based on both specific incidents and thematic areas in collaboration with relevant functional staff, particularly with a view to identifying key learnings. • Support the integration of business continuity and operational resilience considerations within the risk management framework, including the identification, escalation and reporting of resilience-related risks in line with recognised public sector good practice. Compliance: • Support the management of and compliance with governance obligations of the Irish Prison Service, including legislative and regulatory requirements. • Map existing corporate and local compliance systems and practices across Directorates, Prisons and Support Units. • Work closely and constructively with operational managers to identify compliance issues, including potential system gaps and overlaps in existing compliance arrangements. • Design and support the implementation of compliance processes that provide effective second-line assurance to senior management on the completeness and effectiveness of internal controls. • Rollout and embed effective compliance processes, tools, methods, best practices, and training programmes. • Work closely with relevant regulatory bodies to determine compliance issues and take measures to resolve these in a proactive manner. • Produce compliance reports for the Annual Report and governance fora. • Provide oversight on the Irish Prison Service’s compliance activities. General: • Supervise risk and compliance staff, including the coaching and mentoring of team members, and optimise team performance. • Prepare annual business plans, policies and reports. • Work collaboratively with Internal Audit and relevant oversight interfaces. • Operate to high standards of professional judgement, confidentiality and independence. • Ensure outputs are well-documented, transferable and capable of being embedded within the Irish Prison Service. • Undertake other duties as delegated. The above is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Entry Requirements Essential Requirements Candidates must demonstrate significant professional experience (at least five years) at a level appropriate to the Assistant Principal Officer grade in one or more of the following areas: • Enterprise risk management • Internal or external audit • Regulatory compliance • Governance • Assurance functions This experience must clearly demonstrate: • Responsibility for the development, maintenance or quality assurance of organisational risk management and/or compliance systems, including the operation and review of risk registers and associated controls. • Experience conducting structured reviews (such as audits, compliance reviews, risk reviews or investigations), including the analysis of evidence, identification of systemic issues, and preparation of clear, well-reasoned written reports for senior management or governance fora. • The ability to provide professional advice, oversight and constructive challenge to senior managers on risk, governance and compliance matters, exercising sound judgement in complex and sensitive operational environments. • The capacity to appropriately manage competing demands and deliver high-quality outputs in a regulated organisational context. Candidates must also demonstrate a knowledge of, or the ability to rapidly acquire a strong understanding of, the Irish criminal justice system and the operational environment in which the Irish Prison Service operates. Experience in the public service or in a similar regulated, operationally complex environment will be an advantage. Desirable: Membership of a recognised professional body in accountancy, internal audit, risk, compliance or governance (e.g. ACA, CPA, ACCA, CIMA, IIA, IRM or equivalent), including adherence to a professional code of ethics and continuing professional development requirements. In addition to the above, candidates must also be able to demonstrate the Key Capabilities identified for effective performance at the level of Assistant Principal Officer. Employer of Choice As an Employer of Choice the Civil Service has many flexible and family friendly policies e.g. Worksharing, Shorter Working Year, Remote Working (operated on a ‘blended’ basis) etc. All elective policies can be applied for in accordance with the relevant statutory provisions and are subject to the business needs of the organisation. The Civil Service also operates a Mobility scheme for all general service grades. This scheme provides staff with career opportunities to learn and partake in diverse roles across a range of Civil Service organisations and geographical locations. Eligibility and Certain Restrictions on Eligibility to Compete Citizenship Requirements Eligible candidates must be: • a citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union (EU), 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 has a stamp 4 permission or stamp 5 permission Please note that a 50 TEU permission, which is a replacement for Stamp 4EUFAM after Brexit, is acceptable as a Stamp 4 equivalent. 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 reemployment in the public health sector or in 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 reemployment in any Public Service body (as defined by the Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Acts 2009 – 2011 and the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012) for a period of 2 years from their date of departure under this Scheme. These conditions also apply in the case of engagement or 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. Pay The Assistant Principal Officer PPC scale rates effective 1 February 2026 is as follows: €82,290.00 €85,320.00 €88,393.00 €91,475.00 €94,553.00 €96,329.00 (NMAX) €99,433.00 (LSI1) €102,550.00 (LSI2) Long service increments may be payable after 3 (LSI1) and 6 (LSI2) years satisfactory service at the maximum of the scale. The PPC pay rate applies when the individual is required to pay a Personal Pension Contribution (otherwise known as a main scheme contribution) in accordance with the rules of their main or 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 a civil servant or public servant recruited before 6th April 1995 and who is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution. 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 with current Government Policy. Payment will be made fortnightly in arrears by Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) into a bank account of the appointee’s choice. Payment cannot be made until a bank account number, bank sort code, IBAN (International Bank Account Number) and BIC (Bank Identifier Code) has been supplied to the Human Resources Division of the Irish Prison Service. Statutory deductions from salary will be made as appropriate by the Department. The appointee will agree that any overpayment of salary, allowances, or expenses will be repaid in accordance with Circular 07/2018: Recovery of Salary, Allowances, and Expenses Overpayments made to Staff Members or Former Staff Members or 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 or supervisors to determine whether you: i. Have performed in a satisfactory manner ii. Have been satisfactory in general conduct 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. The detail of the probationary process will be explained to you by the Irish Prison Service during your induction. 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 the following circumstances your contract may be extended and your probation period suspended: • 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 employer may require probation to be suspended if the absence is not considered to be consistent with the continuation of the probation. • Any other statutory provision providing that probation shall stand suspended during an employee’s absence from work and be completed by the employee on return from such absence. Where probation is suspended the employer should notify the employee of the circumstances relating to the suspension. 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 You will be assigned to the Irish Prison Service Headquarters, Ballinalee Road, Longford. An appointee’s headquarters may be designated from time to time by the Head of the Department or Office. When required to travel on official duty the appointee will be paid appropriate travelling expenses and subsistence allowances, subject to normal civil service regulations. 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 or 35 hours net 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 or 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 30 days. This leave is on the basis of 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 Social Protection to pay any benefits due under the Social Welfare Acts directly to the Irish Prison Service. Payment during illness will be subject to the officer making the necessary claims for social insurance benefit to the Department of Social Protection within the required time limits.
Branch Manager
Job Overview Join LKQ UK & Ireland as a Branch Manager and take the lead in driving operational excellence and customer satisfaction at one of our dynamic locations. You'll be responsible for leading a passionate team, growing sales, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations in a fast-paced automotive parts environment. This is your chance to make a real impact in a business that values innovation, teamwork, and leadership. What we offer
Duty Manager
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the store operates efficiently and effectively and provide our customers with the very best customer service and fresh food offering at all times in a clean, safe environment. To deliver on key store targets (sales and profitability) through effective management of people and operations. The ideal candidate will have/be: Minimum 2 years€,, experience in a management position; Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word); Experience balancing cash/tills; Excellent communication skills; Good delegation skills; Highly driven with a strong work ethic; An understanding of how to achieve KPIs and targets; Commerciality and brand awareness; Passion for grocery retail; Thrive in a fast-paced working environment. Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative; Set, monitor and achieve sales targets with the team on gross profit margin, net margin, waste and other KPIs as agreed with Store Manager; Implement planograms correctly and ensure the correct range is in place in store; Merchandise and present the store to the highest standard; Approachable and a role model who leads by example and encourages teamwork and fosters a positive attitude and atmosphere in the workplace; Ability to develop and promote good communication between employees and management in a safe, respectful and inclusive environment; Support Store Manager in the development and training of the team and in ensuring the smooth running of the store; Manage employee performance, giving regular feedback, recognition and encouragement; Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy; Understand achieving margins in all departments; Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working;
