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***Please read the recruitment pack before completing your application forms.*** Reserve List Whilst the Council are recruiting for a permanent Outdoor Recreation Attendant / Driver (Mobile) please note that a reserve list will be compiled for future permanent, temporary, full time and part time posts for Outdoor Recreation Attendant / Driver (Mobile) positions across the Council District. Main Purpose of Post/Job: To provide a cleaning, caretaking and inspection service to outdoor leisure facilities owned or managed by the Council. The post holder will be responsible for maintaining high levels of cleanliness and basic maintenance for the outdoor leisure sites they are responsible for. The post holder will provide customer service support to individuals and group users of Outdoor Leisure Facilities, to help ensure visitor comfort, safety and enjoyment. ensuring all health and safety inspections are conducted, planned and reactive maintenance works are carried out as required. Duration of Appointment: Permanent Hours of Work: 36 hours per week The post holder must be prepared to work outside normal office hours, including evenings, weekends, and Public and extra Statutory Holidays for which the appropriate payment will be made or time in lieu granted if relevant. Work Pattern: See Terms & Conditions of Employment for work patterns.
Teacher
See attached job advert NB: Temporary Full Time (2posts)
Teacher Of Foundation Stage
See attached job advert NB: Permanent Full Time
Picker/Packer
Bondelivery specialise in the secure storage and transportation of goods to a wide variety of high profile customers throughout Ireland. We have the following permanent vacancies in our Nutts Corner Depot. We require enthusiastic self-starters to carry out locating goods, picking and packing, sortation, despatch duties, location management and stock check functions. Also to carry out general warehouse duties. MORNING SHIFT – starts at 6:00am to 6:30pm EVENING SHIFT – starts at 12:00noon to 12:30am NIGHT SHIFT – starts at 5:30pm to 6:00am Hours to coincide with: Work pattern - 4 SHIFTS ON / 4 SHIFTS OFF plus overtime as required MORNING & EVENING SHIFTS starting on: £12.21 or experienced rate £12.46 per hour gross (21 years & over) or starting on: £10.75 per hour gross (under 21 years) NIGHT SHIFT starting on: £12.40 or experienced rate £12.88 per hour gross (21 years & over) or starting on: £11.00 per hour gross(under 21 years) overtime as required paid in addition to above Holiday pay paid on overtime hours, Company Uniform provided Essential skills for role: High quality organisational skills and able to use own initiative Ability to work under pressure effectively in a team Ability to work flexible shift patterns and working hours Desirable skills for role: Previous retail experience Previous experience in a fast moving warehouse environment Previous experience using hand-held terminals/scanners (although training will be provided)
Technician In Hospitality And Catering
Technician in Hospitality and Catering (full time, permanent post) ABOUT US We take great pride in Inspiring. Transforming. Enriching lives. Each member of staff has an important role to play in ensuring that our students and business clients get the very best of quality education. Our working environment is a dynamic, challenging and rewarding one. We need the best talent to help us become a world leader. As well as a challenging role which will add value to your CV you will get an attractive renumeration package, access to professional development opportunities and the chance to work with some of the best in the education sector. We currently have a vacancy for a Technician In Hospitality and Catering. JOB PURPOSE To provide technical support to the Hospitality & Catering section (including both curriculum and corporate catering), assist with supervision of hospitality and catering students during practical learning situations and co-ordinate the purchase, distribution, storage and sales of all catering supplies. Control the delivery of the Food Safety Management Plan in line with current legislative requirements. For further information on the main duties and responsibilities of this role, please see attached Job Description.
Community Engagement Manager
Salary: PO3 SCP 33-36 £42,708 - £45,718 per annum Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday (9.00 am – 5.00 pm). A flexible working hours scheme is in operation. The postholder may be required to work additional hours and outside normal working hours including weekends as are necessary, to meet the needs of the post. Duration: Permanent The Council may retain a list of reserve candidates arising from this recruitment for any vacancies which may arise which are the same or similar and are of an equal grade of pay throughout the Council area. Such a reserve list will be compiled and held for a period of 12 months. All employees are expected to model the Customer Care behaviours of “Serve Passionately, Engage Positively and Deliver Consistently.” Environmental Services also have the following Mission and Values: Mission: To be Northern Ireland’s leading Environmental Service so that our communities, staff and environment have an opportunity to thrive. Our Values: • We value, believe and invest in our staff and resources. • We operate within a safe, resilient and sustainable working environment. • We deliver an agile and dynamic service fit for the future and our community. • We embrace our diverse cultures in an inclusive, open and transparent way. JOB PURPOSE: The post holder will be the Council’s Lead Officer regarding engagement with Communities and Stakeholders regarding appropriate legislation and policies as directed by the Head of Environmental Services and the Waste Business & Outreach Manager. Ensure at all times a customer-focused, efficient, safe and effective Service including managing the development of research, programmes and initiatives to promote and educate users and staff in sustainable waste practices throughout the Borough. Manage the development of Education Campaigns and Marketing materials. The post holder will be expected to monitor and collect data relevant to the outcomes and targets of the service and monitor outputs in a way that supports the delivery of high-quality services that adopt best practice. The post holder will be expected to assist with monitoring and collecting data relevant to the outcomes and targets of the service. The post holder will be required to work collaboratively and proactively to foster and sustain effective relationships and partnerships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders including other officers, elected members, outside bodies and local citizens to advance the Corporate and Departmental agendas. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Engage with communities and stakeholders to identify opportunities for programme development and innovative waste activities to influence behaviour change with regard to household and business waste disposal practices. 2. Support the development and delivery of projects, events, campaigns and educational resources in collaboration with internal & external stakeholders to promote behavior change in relation to waste & recycling. 3. Carry out research, source or develop high quality creative learning education resources / interpretive material for distribution to internal staff, schools, public, private, voluntary and non-government organisations. 4. Investigate and address complaints or requests for service from members of the public with regard to the Council recycling and waste services. 5. Manage and develop staff to ensure that they and any employees for which they are responsible: • Promote a “One Council” approach; • Operate within Council policies; • Effectively manage their teams, positively contributing to wellbeing and high levels of employee engagement; • Implement and review appropriate training and development programmes for employees to ensure sufficient skills, capacity and knowledge within the service; • Deliver services in the most efficient and equitable manner and in accordance with Council governance and financial regulations; • Efficiently and effectively manage available resources; • Work in a corporate and collaborative way with other services and departments; • Deliver their agreed targets. 6. Support the Head of Department and the Waste Business & Outreach Manager with proactive sourcing, application identification and monitoring of funding opportunities for circular economy to maximize the quantity of waste recycled and diverted from landfill within Council. 7. Support the Waste Business & Outreach Manager with the identification of innovative and alternative opportunities in support of climate, sustainability and the circular economy. 8. Liaise with other departments including Council’s sustainability team to provide departmental information relating to climate and sustainability activities, ensuring Council & departmental legal obligations are met. 9. Manage their team to deliver community events and initiatives including visiting households or recycling facilities, answering queries, advising and encouraging good practice. 10. Contribute to the development, delivery and monitoring of Service targets while undertaking research to establish needs and priorities to inform decisions. 11. Support the Waste Business & Outreach Manager in the development, delivery and monitoring of the Department’s Business Unit and Performance Improvement Plans, Waste Management Plan and Strategy and other relevant strategies or policies. 12. Develop and deliver opportunities for events and activities that engage with key stakeholders to seek opportunities to deliver services and projects in the Department, Directorate and the Council, including joint provision with education providers, volunteering, shared services with other Councils, public/private and public/community partnerships and funding etc. 13. Engage and maintain effective internal and external relationships and partnerships that support the work of the Council to build a culture of service excellence, high performance, innovation and collaboration. 14. Support the Waste Business & Outreach Manager with service improvement and the transition of services, including the integration of functions and responsibilities to fulfil the Council’s vision and Corporate Plan. 15. Research and compile statistical information, reports and documents as required for the Department, Council and central government including Freedom of Information and other information requests pertaining to the service area. Ensure the efficient resolution of customer & stakeholder queries and complaints within the service area. 16. Be flexible and collaborative and actively support all colleagues and other activities or processes which impact on the performance of the Department. Qualifications and training • A third level qualification (i.e. HNC/HND, Level 4, Degree ) in line with the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) in a relevant discipline/subject such as Environment or Waste Experience • Two years’ relevant experience in a waste, recycling environmental or educational working environment; • Two years’ relevant experience of delivering awareness/training programmes; • Two years’ relevant experience of working with communities/stakeholders. *Applicants who do not possess a relevant third level qualification must demonstrate 5 years’ relevant experience as above. Key skills, knowledge and attributes • Competent in the use of Microsoft Office packages. • Have excellent communication skills to encourage and influence others to achieve objectives; • Have strong analytical, reporting skills • Ability to work to deadlines and under pressure for a variety duties; • Ability to communicate on a variety of enquires showing innovation; • Ability to create, promote and implement new initiatives; • Ability to manage and motivate staff to deliver high quality service; • Ability to deal with change in a progressive manner Driving Access to a form of transport which will permit the post holder to carry out the duties of the post in full. Working Arrangements/ Flexibility 37 hours per week, Monday – Friday 9.00 am – 5.00 pm. A flexible working hours scheme in operation. The postholder may be required to work additional hours and outside normal working hours including weekends as are necessary,to meet the needs of the post.
Technical Support Specialist
Job summary Randox Laboratories continues to develop disruptive innovations in Diagnostics and Healthcare globally. We are proud to have been named the Number 1 company in Northern Ireland for the second consecutive year in the Belfast Telegraph Top 100 Companies List for 2024. Our staff are at the heart of everything we do and achieve. We have exciting new career opportunities for a Technical Support Specialist within our Customer Support team. What does the Technical Support team do? Our technical support team sits within our customer services department and supports a large network of both internal and external customers. With expertise on Randox’s range of quality control material, reagents and clinical chemistry analysers, along with bespoke interlaboratory data management software, the team is the front line of aid for our end users globally. The team works with regional Randox technical teams so occasional travel is required. Location: Randox Science Park, 30 Randalstown Road, Antrim, BT41 4FL. Contract Offered: Full-time, Permanent Working Hours / Shifts: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 08.40 to 17.20 or Monday-Thursday longer days with half day Friday. What does the Technical Support Specialist role involve? This role is responsible for providing support and troubleshooting to the end users of Randox products. This is an extremely varied role that will require you to develop a varied skillset, including: Providing technical and applications support for all Randox reagent and quality control materials Handling and troubleshooting of technical customer queries from local and international locations. Provision of product information and advice on the application of Randox procedures. Review and analysis of performance data and comparative studies. Provide product and instrument training to international staff Use of query-logging software to record and monitor the status of customer and internal queries. Development of a high degree of product knowledge covering all Randox product groups. Please note, this role will involve supporting a global customer base and, as such, international travel may be required. Who can apply? Essential criteria: A bachelors degree in Biochemistry, Biomedical Science or a Life Science related discipline. Excellent organisation skills Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Flexibility for travel worldwide. Right to work in the UK. Desirable: Experience training new staff in lab equipment. Previous experience troubleshooting quality control material. Previous experience working in a similar role or working in a lab. Experience with clinical chemistry analysers and applications knowledge.
Senior Park Ranger
The person appointed will be responsible for directing a team of Park Rangers and undertake duties and tasks ensuring all areas are open, safe, well maintained and tidy for the enjoyment of Parks and Cemeteries users. To ensure effective communication with site users, other members of the team and line management. Assist in the community development of the Service through internal and external initiatives that engage Service stakeholders. Please note: • This is a Permanent, Full-time post working 36 hours per week. • Working hours are: Friday to Monday 07:30 to 17:00 • A reserve list will be maintained for one year from which other similar posts may be filled. • 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, pro rata for hours worked. • Northern Ireland Local Government Pension Scheme (Council contributes 19% of salary). • Health benefits: Westfield Healthcare Scheme; Leisure Centre Membership; Cycle to Work Scheme. • Time Off in Lieu (TOIL). • Education / qualifications support after qualifying period • Plus much more…
Senior Property Maintenance Officer
The post holder will assist the Technical & Maintenance Manager to ensure that the Council remains compliant with all its Property Maintenance requirements. Please Note:
Graduate Buyer
Graduate Buyer (Job Ref: 25N/GBNR) Randox Laboratories continues to develop disruptive innovations within the Diagnostics and Healthcare sector globally. We are proud to have been named the Number 1 company in Northern Ireland, for the second consecutive year in the “Belfast Telegraph Top 100 Companies 2024”. Our staff are at the heart of everything we do and achieve. We have a career opportunity for a Graduate Buyer within our Purchasing Department. This application process take no more than 1 minute. What does this team do? Our purchasing department plays a vital role in ensuring the success of Randox Group, through sourcing and acquiring variety of goods required to ensure positive outcome to our clients and customers. They do this by undertaking efficient acquisition and procurement of goods and services. Location: Randox Laboratories, 55 Diamond Road, Crumlin, BT29 4QY. This is an office-based position. Contract Offered: Full-time, Permanent. Working Hours/Flexibility: 40 hours per week. Monday to Thursday 4x9Hrs, with half day Friday (4hrs). (Department capacity pending) What does the role involve? This role is tasked with the buying operations within the purchasing department, ensuring that all orders are placed and received on time in accordance with stand procedures and departmental requirements. How do I apply? Click Apply on the site of this advertisement. You will then submit your CV to Randox for review. This application process take no more than 1 minute. This advert may be open for as long as 30 days, although we may close the advert early, if we receive sufficient applicants.
