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The role Are you a caring individual looking to start your career as an Optical Assistant? You’ve come to the right place. We aren’t looking for people with years of experience and heaps of qualifications, just passionate, hard-workers ready to confidently welcome and help customers as they walk through our doors. And once you’ve found your feet as a Trainee Optical Assistant, you don’t just have to stop there. We have plenty of professional training and development in other business areas, as well as the support of experienced Opticians and Technicians supporting you on your journey. So whatever you want your career to look like, you can bring it to life at Specsavers. Our store Based in Sligo, our store has great career progression opportunities! What’s on offer? As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include:
Trainee Optical Assistant
The role Are you a caring individual looking to start your career as an Optical Assistant? You’ve come to the right place. We aren’t looking for people with years of experience and heaps of qualifications, just passionate, hard-workers ready to confidently welcome and help customers as they walk through our doors. And once you’ve found your feet as a Trainee Optical Assistant, you don’t just have to stop there. We have plenty of professional training and development in other business areas, as well as the support of experienced Opticians and Technicians supporting you on your journey. So whatever you want your career to look like, you can bring it to life at Specsavers. Our store Based in Athlone, our store has great career progression opportunities! What’s on offer? As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include: Find out more If you are comfortable with the responsibilities we’re looking for and are excited by this opportunity, we’re excited to hear from you. Got what we’re looking for? This job will close when it's filled, so don't delay, apply today!
Customer Engagement Advisor
About us. At Vhi, we’re more than Ireland’s leading health insurer—we’re a team dedicated to creating exceptional customer experiences and shaping the future of healthcare. For over 65 years, we’ve been trusted by over 1.2 million members to deliver innovative solutions that make healthcare accessible and customer focused. We invest in our people through continuous learning, career development, and a culture that values collaboration and growth. If you’re passionate about helping customers and want to work in an environment where your contribution truly matters, Vhi is the place for you. What we offer As a member of the Vhi team, you will receive a comprehensive benefits package, which includes: This is a CF3, CF4 & CF5 role in line with central bank requirements. Sustainability At Vhi, we believe that the health of people and the health of the planet are interconnected. That’s why we’re on a journey towards an integrated model of healthcare that puts people and the planet at its heart. Our Commitment to Inclusion and Accessibility At Vhi, we are on a continuous journey to build an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations at every stage of the recruitment process for candidates with disabilities, neurodivergence, or medical conditions. If you require an accommodation, please contact recruitment@vhi.ie, and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch via email. Any information you provide will be treated confidentially within the recruitment team and used solely for the purpose of determining and providing appropriate accommodations during the application and recruitment process. Vhi is an equal opportunities employer
Commercial Customer Service Agent
Role Summary: Joining a team of 4 Customer Service Representatives. The customer service agent is a ‘people person’ and provides a professional and customer-focused skill set. The customer service agent helps our customers by providing information on our products and service, answer questions, and managing concerns. Customer Service Representative Responsibilities: · Maintaining a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude toward customers. · Responding promptly to customer inquiries, invoicing via phone and email · Maintaining a portfolio of Commercial customers · Working with our Sales Reps dealing with queries, pricing, and acquiring new business · Managing credit control. · General admin duties Skills and Experience required : · At least one years’ relevant experience preferably in a customer service or credit control environment. · Have good communication skills with an excellent telephone manner. · Have demonstrated a good working knowledge of Excel and Word. · Organised, diplomatic and a good team player. · A proven ability to work to targets and timelines. Terms: · Salary: €29,000 · Hours: 37 hours per week – 9:00am to 5:30 p.m. Mon-Thurs; 9:00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. Fri
HGV Driver
Role Summary: We are looking for HGV drivers to join our fleet covering the Mayo/Roscommon route. We are seeking customer focused individuals to collect waste and recycling on our Domestic and Commercial routes. HGV Driver Responsibilities:
RCV Driver
Role Summary: We are looking for RCV Drivers to join our waste and recycling collection services. We are seeking customer focused individuals to collect waste and recycling on our Domestic and Commercial routes. RCV Driver Responsibilities: · To carry out required vehicle condition checks as required on daily or weekly basis in accordance with company policy · You will carry out assigned collection and delivery targets on a daily/weekly basis · You must ensure written and electronic records are maintained e.g. time sheets, worksheets, service dockets etc · Your role is to communicate courteously with customers and relay information that could potentially improve customer service or route optimisation to relevant supervisor · You will assist in training new personnel, as required · You must uphold a valid Class “C” Driving Licence and any accumulated points are communicated to the Transport Manager · To carry out any other duties as required by management in line with meeting Barna Waste company objectives Skills and Experience required:
Yard Supervisor
Barna Recycling is recruiting a yard supervisor to join our team in Drumshanbo. As Yard Supervisor you must have excellent attention to detail to identify hazards, oversee the daily operations and organisation of the yard to ensure efficient workflow, safety compliance, while supervising staff, managing the movement of equipment and coordinating with various departments within Barna recycling. Duties and Responsibilities · Manage the day to day running of the site. · Maintain the yard in a neat and safe condition · Oversee the General Operatives on site. · Ensure smooth operations of the site · Traffic management · Liaise with the Health and Safety department to conduct safety audits and conduct accident investigations. · Implement effective programmes for maintaining, enhancing, and fostering a ‘zero incident’ safety culture. · Foster a high standard and approach to health and safety compliance across the site · Must be able to work as part of a team but equally be able to work alone under limited supervision Requirements · Clean drivers licence · Previous yard experience. · Good leadership qualities · Ability to operate machinery · Waste Management and recycling experience is a distinct advantage. · Tickets for plant is a distinct advantage · Reasonable computer skills · Daily production reporting and ad hoc reports as requested · Proficiency in the English language Terms · Permanent contract · Salary negotiable depending on experience
General Operative
SECTION 1: THE ROLE Cork County Council invites applications from suitably qualified persons, who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which permanent and seasonal vacancies for General Operative may be filled. Positions may arise in any area of the Council’s functional areas which include Roads, Housing and Environment. The duties will be of a general, manual or related nature and as may be determined by the local authority. The person or persons appointed will work under the direction and control of the Senior Executive Engineer, District Supervisor or General Services Supervisor or other officer designated by the Director of Services or the Chief Executive. SECTION 2: DUTIES 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 or her from time to time. Roads: • Carrying out road maintenance work, for example, road repairs and general road maintenance, etc.; • Assisting road construction works, for example, pipe laying, minor block and mortar work, road strengthening, road construction, surface dressing, etc.; • Assisting in setting out of roadworks; • Carry out works in parks, recreational areas and other areas including maintenance, improvements and construction works; Other Duties: • Setting up and maintaining traffic management including traffic control; • Grass cutting, strimming and general landscaping works; • Street cleansing, litter management, signage maintenance; • Drainage, road sewers, clean gullies; • Operating tools, small plant and equipment or machinery; • Ensuring that the Council’s safety management systems are complied with; • Be responsible for the maintenance of good work practices and working relationships; • Maintain and communicate information for the effective delivery of service; • Ensure compliance with organisational policies, procedures and legislation; • Support and participate in the establishment and maintenance of improved standards and quality initiatives; • Participate and co operate with all training initiatives as required; • Manage and maintain resources effectively and efficiently; • Contribute to the development of effective teams; • Demonstrate flexibility and mobility consistent with the needs of the service; • Being available as part of the call out systems of the Council; • Adhere to Health and Safety policies and procedures; • The carrying out of the above duties or similar for other functional areas of the Council as and when these are assigned; • Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time. SECTION 3: 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) Have a standard of education such as will enable the applicant to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position. (b) Hold a full current Driving Licence in respect of Category B Vehicles or equivalent in the European Union Model Driving Licence, free from endorsement. (c) Hold a Safe Pass Card. It is a condition precedent of any offer of employment to hold a valid Safe Pass prior to appointment. 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 When required to do so, holders of the office shall hold a full driving licence for Class B Vehicles and 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. SECTION 4: TENURE The position could be permanent or seasonal and is full time. The post is pensionable. Panels may be formed to fill permanent and seasonal vacancies for General Operative which may arise during the lifetime of the panels. SECTION 5: SALARY The salary scale for the post is €693.83 – €774.87 basic per week (1st February 2026 rates). Point 1 €693.83 After 0.5 years €708.09 After 1.5 years €751.26 After 2.5 years €754.80 After 3.5 years €758.19 After 4.5 years €760.10 After 5.5 years €762.06 After 6.5 years €763.98 After 7.5 years €765.88 After 8.5 years €767.90 After 9.5 years €769.90 After 10.5 years €772.00 After 11.5 years €774.08 After 12.5 years €774.08 After 13.5 years €774.87 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 at the minimum point. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. Where there is an increment entitlement, increments are paid subject to satisfactory attendance, conduct and performance. SECTION 6: LOCATION OF POST 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 (please see map attached page 7). 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. SECTION 7: WORKING HOURS The working hours at present provide for a five day, thirty nine hour working week. Monday to Thursday: 8.30 am to 5.00 pm. Friday: 8.30 am to 4.00 pm. Staff may be required to work overtime outside of normal working hours as required by the Supervisor. These arrangements may be varied and you will be notified of any variation as required. SECTION 8: ANNUAL LEAVE The current annual leave entitlement is 25 days per annum inclusive of Good Friday on a pro rata basis for period worked. Cork County Council’s leave year runs from 1st January to 31st December. Granting of annual leave, payment for annual leave and arrangements for public holidays will be governed by the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997 (as amended).
Staff Officer (Grade V)
The Staff Officer is a supervisory position in the Council with responsibility for managing the performance of a section or function within a Department. The Staff Officer will work as part of a multi disciplinary team within the Council, assisting with the implementation of work programmes to achieve goals, targets, and standards set out in Department and Team development plans. A Staff Officer is expected to use initiative, work to a high standard, and have excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Staff at this level work in a range of roles across public facing and internal service areas of the Council. Your responsibilities may include: • Leading and managing a team or function in the implementation of work programmes to deliver on the Council corporate plan while contributing to change management programmes • Leadership and supervision of staff in the management of competing priorities and deadlines including ensuring full compliance with legislation, guidelines and or organisational policies and procedures relevant to the work area • Communicating and liaising effectively with colleagues, line managers and customers in relation to operational matters for the section • Developing and maintaining productive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders including colleagues, external agencies and public representatives • Identifying and delivering improvements in service delivery with appropriate use of performance indicators • Undertake any other duties of a similar nature and responsibility, as may be required, or assigned from time to time The ideal candidate will have: • Knowledge and understanding of the structure and functions of local government, current local government issues, priorities, and concerns, and of the key influencers of local government • Relevant administrative experience at a sufficiently high level, a career record that demonstrates an ability to manage staff to ensure delivery of complex work programmes • Knowledge of Cork City Council strategic objectives, and an understanding of the range of our internal and external stakeholders • An ability to supervise a team effectively to achieve a common goal, ensuring strong governance and ethics standard is adhered to • Understanding of the changing and operating environment in the Council and be capable of leading change in order to deliver quality services to our citizens • An ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines in the delivery of key operational objectives The above specification 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 them from time to time and contribute to the development of the post while in office. Shortlisting The volume of applications for the post of Staff Officer is expected to be high. The Council may need to apply a shortlisting process to identify those candidates whose range of experience, qualifications and competencies most closely match the requirements of the role. QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POST Minimum Qualifications The essential qualifications for the post of Staff Officer, as declared by the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government are: 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: (i) 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 (ii) 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 (iii) Have obtained a comparable standard in an equivalent examination, or (iv) Hold a third level qualification of at least degree standard, or (v) Be a serving employee of a local authority or regional assembly and have at least two years satisfactory experience in a post of Clerical Officer or analogous post PANELS Following the interview process, we will create three separate panels of successful candidates. These panels will be used to fill future permanent or temporary Staff Officer vacancies. Which panel or panels you can be placed on depends on your current employment status. Panel A – Local Authority Staff Only (50 percent of appointments) This panel is only for people already working in any Local Authority or Regional Assembly in Ireland. 50 percent of all future Staff Officer appointments will be made from this panel. Panel B – Open Competition (30 percent of appointments) This panel includes all successful candidates, whether they currently work: • In the private sector or outside the public sector • In a Local Authority • In a Regional Assembly 30 percent of appointments will be made from this panel. Panel C – Cork City Council Staff Only (20 percent of appointments) This panel is only for current Cork City Council employees at the time of application. 20 percent of appointments will be made from this panel. What applicants need to do When completing the application form, please indicate clearly which panel or panels you are eligible for, based on the criteria above. Salary The salary scale for the post is: €52,239 - €53,799 - €55,392 - €57,019 - €58,657 - €60,567 (Long Service Increment 1) - €62,484 (Long Service Increment 2) Applicants should note that entry point to the salary scale will be determined in accordance with circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Planning, and Local Government. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. In accordance with Departmental Circular Letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1 January 2011, will enter the scale at the minimum point. Hours of Duty The standard working week will be 35 hours per week. The role may, on occasion, include evening and weekend work. Holders of the post may be called for duty at any time in accordance with arrangements made by local authorities. The Council reserves the right to alter hours of work from time to time. Candidates are advised to view our Candidate Information Booklet where they will find further information on the Format of the Competition, our Principal Conditions of Service and General Data Protection Regulation.
Mechanic
The Mechanic will be required to carry out all the duties allocated by the Council under the direction and supervision of the relevant supervisor. It is understood that there will be occasions outside of normal working hours when the person employed will be assigned to a roster to cover breakdowns during Winter Maintenance season. The Council requires that the carrying out of such duties be in a spirit of co operation and good will. The duties will include but are not limited to: • Carry out repair, maintenance and complete overhaul of all types of heavy duty diesel or alternative fuel, electric and petrol vehicles and equipment. This shall include trucks, pickups, vans, excavators, tractors, loading shovel or telehandlers, trailers, belonging to Monaghan County Council both in the Council workshop and on sites throughout the County; • Inspect vehicles and plant, and related equipment to locate and determine the extent of necessary overhaul or repair; • Perform preventative maintenance work on vehicles and plant; • Diagnose, repair and maintain hydraulic systems; • Fabricate and weld to repair equipment as necessary; • Perform vehicle body work and collision repair; • Operate vehicles and equipment to aid in diagnostics, pick up and deliver vehicles and parts; • Inventory, order and control tools, supplies and materials for the workshop, research, compare, and locate parts, equipment and vehicles; • Perform general overhaul and repair work at off site locations and at the Council Workshop on petrol, diesel or alternative fuel and electric powered engines such as, but not limited to: Trucks Vans Jeeps Rollers Semi Trailers Tractors Tar Tankers and Sprayers Velocity Patchers Loading Shovels Graders Manual Patchers Teleporters Chip Spreaders Salt Spreaders Lawnmowers Road marking plant Brine Saturation Stations Other mechanical and equipment Winter maintenance plant Equipment and equipment • Inspect, adjust and replace necessary units and related parts including valves, hoses, belts and alternators; • Repair cooling, fuel, electrical and exhaust systems, tune engines using standard testing equipment; • Clean and maintain the workshop area and equipment; • Carefully maintain records, including electronic records, on all maintenance and repair work performed, track service dates, and warranties for all vehicles; • Be available for out of hours emergencies; • Keep records of jobs and materials used as required for costing purposes and furnish such records and reports as directed by the supervisor; • Be responsible for custody of materials, tools and equipment in their care; • Operate such systems, including information technology, if necessary to achieve maximum efficiency in the position; • The driving of appropriate Council vehicles; • Carry out building maintenance as required; • Comply with requirements of Monaghan County Council Corporate Safety Statement, the Department Safety Statement and all legislation and regulations as may be in force from time to time, including any such policies introduced by Monaghan County Council; • Operate any machinery, appliances, equipment and associated items as required including operating existing technology and any new technology that may be introduced in the future and be responsible for such items under their control; • Undergo training at assigned destinations in relation to new systems, processes, devices and equipment and utilise such systems, processes, devices and equipment in the course of work; • Ensure that the statutory Health and Safety requirements and Monaghan County Council procedures are complied with in the machinery yard workshop and other work areas; • Support and participate in the establishment and maintenance of improved standards and quality initiatives; • Complete such risk assessments and risk assessment reports as are required for compliance with the Council Safety, Health, and Welfare Management System; • Co operate with the familiarisation or instruction of other employees where appropriate; • Manage and maintain resources effectively and efficiently; • Be available for the Winter Maintenance Roster; • Carry out such other duties as may be assigned from time to time. The above duties outline the main functions and responsibilities of the post and may be subject to review in the future. The person employed will be required to perform assigned duties exercising a duty of care, in the interest of safety of oneself, fellow employees and the public, at all times in compliance with Monaghan County Council Health and Safety Management System. Working in a safe manner, in full compliance with the relevant safety legislation and construction regulations, will be the primary responsibility of the Machinery Yard Supervisor. These duties are indicative rather than exhaustive and outline the main functions and responsibilities of the post of the Mechanic and may be subject to change in the future. The post holder may therefore be required to perform duties appropriate to the post, other than those detailed above and to take instruction from and report to an appropriate officer or such designated officer as may be assigned from time to time by Monaghan County Council. ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POST Character Candidates shall be of good character. Health Each candidate shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Citizenship Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area. The European Economic Area consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway; or (b) A citizen of the United Kingdom; or (c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the European Union and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (d) A non European Economic Area citizen who is a spouse or child of an European Economic Area or United Kingdom 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 European Economic Area citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an European Economic Area member state or the United Kingdom or Switzerland and has a Stamp 4 visa. Education, Training and Experience Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms for the post: • Have a good standard of general education to enable the duties of the post to be performed to the satisfaction of the local authority; • Be a qualified Mechanic or Construction Plant Fitter and have served a recognised apprenticeship and obtained a minimum QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate Craft or equivalent. Candidates must supply documentary evidence in support of this to the satisfaction of the Local Authority; • Have a minimum 4 years post apprenticeship experience from working in a recognised garage, with experience of service and repair of commercial or construction vehicles including diagnostics and wiring, electrical systems repair, overhaul of electric, petrol and diesel or alternative fuel engines, pumps and compressors, lightweight 2 and 4 stroke power plants, etc; • Be proficient in welding and fabrication techniques; • Hold a current full clean driving licence in respect of category C vehicles or equivalent in the European Union Model Driving License; • Hold a current Safe Pass Card; • Have a satisfactory knowledge of Health and Safety responsibilities. Essential Requirements The ideal candidate should have the following essential skills: • Have good working knowledge of carrying out repair and maintenance and roadworthiness test preparation of a broad range of engineering plant and equipment including Heavy Goods Vehicle or Light Commercial Vehicle diesel or alternative fuel engine vehicles, road construction or maintenance equipment and loaders, diesel or alternative fuel, electric and petrol engines; • Have experience and knowledge of vehicle electrics, electronics, diagnostics, instrumentation, pneumatics and hydraulics systems; • Have experience and knowledge of the repair, maintenance and preparation of Heavy Goods Vehicles and Light Commercial Vehicles for roadworthiness tests; • Hold a current full clean driving licence in respect of category C vehicles or equivalent in the European Union Model Driving License; • Have a good knowledge and understanding of the importance of health and safety legislation and requirements; • Have capacity to engage with others to deliver successful outcomes; • Have good communications and interpersonal skills. Desirable Requirements It would be desirable for each candidate to: • Have experience in the use of computers; • Have sufficient knowledge and experience to exercise initiative and good judgement; • Have the ability to use technology; • Be highly motivated and flexible; • Have the ability to plan and manage workloads; • Have the ability to work on own initiative. SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES Applicants called for interview will be required to demonstrate the following competencies. Communications and Teamwork • Take pride in the quality of service delivered and seeks to improve it; • Relate well to others and maintains positive working relationships; • Have effective written and verbal skills; • Ability to articulate; • Work as part of a team to ensure delivery of plans and schedules; • Have a strong team ethic of co operation, mutual support and flexibility to meet evolving service needs. Knowledge and Experience in Mechanics • Can demonstrate relevant work experience in a similar work environment; • Can demonstrate a high level of technical knowledge; • Can demonstrate a range of vehicles previously worked on. Delivering Results • Takes responsibility for delivering quality work in a timely manner; • Assesses and prioritises workloads; • Flexibility in approach to work; • Uses initiative and is self motivated when required; • Adapts quickly to change and new ways of doing things; • Have good problem solving skills. Personal Effectiveness • Be open to taking on new challenges or responsibilities; • Be positively motivated to deliver a quality service; • Adopt a positive and constructive approach to work; • Have strong attention to detail; • Manage time and workload effectively; • Keep up to date with the latest developments on vehicles and maintenance. PRINCIPAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS The Competition Monaghan County Council invites applications from suitably qualified persons, who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which permanent and temporary vacancies for the post of Mechanic shall be filled. The position or positions shall be whole time, permanent or temporary and pensionable. The post holder shall not engage in any gainful occupation, other than as an employee of a Local Authority, to such an extent as to impair the performance of his or her duties as an employee of the local authority or in any occupation which might conflict with the interests of the local authority, or which might be inconsistent with the discharge of his or her duties as a local authority employee. Salary The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Starting pay for new entrants will be at the minimum of the scale. The salary scale for the post is: €806.10 - €828.58 - €882.60 - €888.20 - €893.69 - €899.26 - €904.80 - €910.35 - €915.89 - €921.45 - €926.96 Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Local Government, and Heritage. Probation Where a person who is not already a permanent employee of a local authority is appointed, the following provisions shall apply: (a) There shall be a period after such appointment takes effect, during which such person shall hold such position on probation. (b) Such period shall be twelve months, but the Chief Executive may, at his discretion, extend such period. (c) Such person shall cease to hold such 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. Hours of Duty Core hours of work shall be a 39 hour week. Normal working hours are 8.00 am to 4.30 pm Monday to Thursday, and 8.00 am to 3.30 pm on Friday, with a half hour lunch break each day, or such hours as may from time to time be prescribed. The hours of work will be such as may be assigned by the County Council in its absolute discretion. The person employed will be expected to report to their place of work, or pick up point, by their own means of transport. The post holder may be required to work overtime depending on work requirements and be available to respond to call outs outside of normal working hours at the request of his or her Line Manager or persons appointed to positions of authority. Where possible the post holder will be notified in advance. Overtime will be paid at approved rates. Annual Leave Granting of annual leave, payment for annual leave and arrangement for Public Holidays will be governed by the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997. The annual leave entitlement will be 25 days per annum. Health For the purpose of satisfying the requirement as to health it will be necessary for each successful candidate, before he or she is appointed, to undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the local authority. Garda Vetting and Child Protection The successful candidate or candidates may be subject to the Garda Vetting Procedures and will be required to complete Appendix V of the County Council Child Protection Policy. Residence The successful candidate or candidates shall reside in the district in which his or her duties are to be performed, or within a reasonable distance thereof. Training Successful candidates will be required to attend and participate in training programmes as may be decided by the local authority relevant to the skills necessary for the performance of the duties attached to the post and to apply their learning in the course of their working activities. The successful candidate for this post shall undertake training for Health and Safety, technical skills and general performance as required. Driver Licence The holder of the post shall hold a current full clean driving licence in respect of category C vehicles or equivalent in the European Union Model Driving License. The successful candidate will be required to provide their own transport in the course of their duties and maintain the vehicle to the satisfaction of the local authority. Monaghan County Council, as employer, must be indemnified on the insurance policy. Offer of Appointment Monaghan County Council shall require any person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of not more than one month from the date on which the offer is made. If he or she fails to take up the appointment within such period or such longer period as the Council in its absolute discretion may determine, the Council shall not appoint him or her. Assignment Monaghan County Council reserves the right to, at any time, assign an employee to any premises in use by the Council now or in the future. References All appointments are subject to receipt of satisfactory references.
