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Gem Oils are currently seeking a Warehouse Operator. The role of a warehouse operator is a customer facing role with responsibilities for ensuring all goods are picked, checked, and packed ready for delivery to customers whilst ensuring maximum efficiency. Key Responsibilities: Based in Cavan with a nationwide service, Gem Oils has a long tradition of offering quality lubricants. Our team of talented and highly skilled professionals undertake to specify and deliver the most cost-effective lubrication solution for your business. We continue to promote excellence through the delivery of highly technical and proven products for the Automotive, Commercial, Construction, Agricultural, Marine and Industrial markets. Gem Oils is an equal opportunities employer. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Clerical Officers
Job Summary The purpose of this role is to provide high-level administrative support to Waterford and Wexford Education and Training Board (WWETB). The successful candidate will assist in the delivery of quality services, in line with the organisation's remit, working collaboratively with colleagues across WWETB and the wider community, including schools and Further Education and Training Centres. WWETB is committed to continually improving the quality and effectiveness of its services and systems, spanning multiple functions, including Schools, Further Education and Training Centres, Finance, Human Resources, and Corporate Services. The responsibilities of this role will support these efforts, as detailed below. Key Responsibilities The Clerical Officer plays a vital role in providing administrative support and ensuring the smooth operation of the assigned area. Working closely with line managers and colleagues, the successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of services and the achievement of organisational goals.
Music Development Officer
Mayo, Sligo, Leitrim Education and Training Board (MSLETB), as Lead Partner for Mayo Local Music Education Partnership, seeks to employ a Music Development Officer to implement its plans for the provision of performance music education for children and young people in Co. Mayo. We are seeking a skilled professional with significant experience in music development and/or music education or a relevant artistic field, who has a combination of initiative, rigour, excellent interpersonal and leadership skills and a passion for music. This position requires a hard-working and efficient individual with a demonstrable track record of achievement and delivering results. The ideal candidate will have a breadth of experience and understanding of performance music education across a range of ages, genres of music and contexts, and must have quantifiable and relevant management and financial experience in project planning/delivery and/or developmental initiatives. There is the potential, subject to qualifications and experience, and the needs of the role, for the Music Development Officer to be involved in the delivery of some programmes; however this is not mandatory. The role of Music Development Officer offers a unique opportunity for someone dynamic to join MSLETB at a time of exciting change in the music education landscape in Ireland. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA To qualify for appointment candidates must have: A professional qualification in music or music education and/or a relevant Level 7 qualification (e.g. music degree, arts management, business management, etc.) and/or a proven track record of at least three years’ experience in music development, music education management, or another relevant artistic field. Experience of leading and developing musician/artistic and administrative teams. Management experience in project planning and delivery and/or developmental initiatives. Full current Driving Licence with access to own transport. DESIRABLE CRITERIA Candidates should have: An excellent understanding of performance music education, music, arts and education policies and the local music/music education sector. A track record of playing a key role in actively developing and sustaining strategic partnerships. An understanding of or experience in working in a large public sector organisation would be an advantage. Management and administration experience, including strong financial and budget management. Experience of preparing reports, statistical information, and meeting other reporting requirements. Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal, and digital. CORE COMPETENCIES REQUIRED Leadership, Initiative and Managing Teams ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Garda Vetting Garda Vetting will be sought in accordance with the National Vetting Bureau Act, 2016 and there being no disclosure of convictions which MSLETB considers would render the candidate unsuitable to work with children/vulnerable adults. This process will commence prior to appointment. Driving Licence Candidates must hold a full current driving licence with access to own transportation. TERMS & CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Tenure 5 year Fixed Term whole-time contract. Hours of Work Attendance will be 35 hours per week, required during normal ETB office hours and at such other times as are necessary for the delivery of the Music Generation Mayo. Initial Location The role of Music Generation Mayo Development Officer will be primarily based in the Further Education and Training Centre, Lucan Street, Castlebar, Co Mayo. Mayo, Sligo and Leitrim Education and Training Board reserves the right to assign you to any other location or base that is under the control of Mayo, Sligo and Leitrim Education and Training Board, as the need arises. Any change in location or base by Mayo, Sligo and Leitrim Education and Training Board will not be deemed as redeployment as provided for under the Public Service Agreements. Salary The current salary scale for the Music Development Officer post is – Rate from 01/02/2026: €57,896 €59,278 €60,960 €64,125 €66,016 €68,365* €70,731** IMPORTANT NOTICE RE: SALARY: As per DEY guidelines, new appointees who are entering this grade for the first time will start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit may only apply, if, immediately prior to appointment, the appointee is already a serving Civil or Public Servant. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Starting Salary is not subject to negotiation. Recruitment Selection shall be by means of a competition based on an interview conducted by or on behalf of MSLETB. Recruitment to posts within MSLETB is on the basis of merit as assessed at interview and supported by references. A shortlisting process may be undertaken to identify candidates who most closely meet the criteria for the post. Candidates invited for interview may be required to give a verbal presentation outlining their approach to the role of Music Development Officer and their ideas regarding further development of the Music Generation Mayo programme. The first interview may reduce the initial short list and remaining candidates may be invited for a subsequent interview. Probation The successful candidate shall serve a probationary period in accordance with the terms set out in MSL ETB’s Probationary Policy. Annual Leave The annual leave allowance for the position of Music Generation Development Officer is 27 days p.a. This allowance is subject to the usual conditions regarding the granting of annual leave in MSLETB, is based on a five-day week and is exclusive of the usual public holidays. Sick Leave Pay during properly certified sick absence, provided there is no evidence of permanent disability for service, will apply on a pro-rata basis, in accordance with the provisions of the relevant legislation and Department of Education & Youth sick leave circulars. Start Date MSLETB shall require a person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of not more than 6 weeks and if they fail to take up the appointment within such period or such long period as the MSLETB in its absolute discretion may determine, MSLETB shall not appoint them. Business Travel When absent from home and headquarters on duty appropriate travelling expenses and subsistence allowances will be paid subject to the normal Civil Service regulations. Superannuation Contributions Persons who become pensionable officers of MSLETB who are liable to pay Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required, in respect of their superannuation, to contribute to MSLETB at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. Persons who become pensionable officers of MSLETB, who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to MSLETB at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (I.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependant or qualified children). All person who become pensionable officers of MSLETB are required, in respect of Spouses and Children Contributory Pension Scheme 1986, to contribute to MSLETB at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration or net pensionable remuneration, whichever is relevant and in accordance with the terms of the Scheme. Person who become pensionable officers of MSLETB for the first time on or after 1st January 2013 are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution and are required in respect of superannuation to contribute at the rate of 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependant or qualified children) plus 3% of pensionable pay. IMPORTANT NOTICE: The above represents the principal conditions of service and is not intended to be the comprehensive list of all terms and condition of employment which will be set out in the employment contract to be agreed with the successful candidate.
Climate Action Officer
Climate Change is now a major consideration in all policies and actions of Local Authorities who are increasingly being given a critical role in the embedding and enabling of Climate Action across the diverse range of their functions and activities. The National Adaptation Framework was published in 2018 and this together with the Low Carbon and Climate Development Act 2015 provide the context within which Local Authorities are obliged to prepare Climate Action Plans. The Climate Action Regional Offices (CARO) were formed to link and bring together the expertise and capacity in the Local Authorities to achieve this objective while also proving a focus for linkages with Central Government Departments, Regional Assemblies, Public Representatives, and other relevant stakeholders. Offaly County Council seeks to take a significant leadership role in this area and having established a Climate Action Team in 2023 to lead and coordinate activities within the County Council and to link with the CARO and other Sectoral adaptation strategies as appropriate. The recently issued (Nov. 2026) Sectoral Capital Plan for the Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment outlined indicative allocation of €50m - €100m for Local Authority Climate Action over 2026 – 2030. Reporting under the general direction of a Director of Service, Senior Engineer Climate Action/Environment, to the Climate Change Coordinator, the Climate Action Officer be responsible for managing internal change and building climate action awareness and readiness across the local authority. This is a challenging and exciting position and requires a broad technical knowledge of climate change, the risks and possible adaptation strategies, and a strong organisational, networking, and communication skill set. The Climate Action Officer will work as part of a multi disciplined team and provide support across the service area. The appointee will need good knowledge of the operation of local authorities and their role and interactions with Government Departments in terms of governance, finance, and reporting structures. Climate Change funding can be made available through a variety of European and national funding streams and knowledge of those funding streams and of the processes involved in applying for such funding will also be important. Climate Change is now a major consideration in all policies and actions of Local Authorities who are increasingly being given a critical role in the embedding and enabling of Climate Action across the diverse range of their functions and activities. Offaly County Council has prepared the Offaly County Council Climate Action Plan 2024-2029, to create a low carbon and climate resilient County, by delivering and promoting best practice in climate action, at the local level. This is aligned to the Government’s overall National Climate Objective, which seeks to pursue and achieve, by no later than the end of 2050, the transition to a climate resilient, biodiversity rich, environmentally sustainable and climate neutral economy. This is set out in the Climate Action and Low Carbon Development (Amendment) Act 2021, which also frames Ireland’s legally binding climate ambition, to delivering a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions of 51% by 2030. This will place the country on a trajectory to achieving climate neutrality by the end of 2050. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POST The person appointed will be able to clearly demonstrate the key competencies as set out in this Booklet. In addition, the successful candidate will possess the following: • Good knowledge, or the ability to quickly acquire good knowledge, of local government functions, services and activities particularly in relation to climate change and action; • An ability to work within teams, including multi disciplinary teams; • Good planning, operational and project management skills; • Good communication/presentation and interpersonal skills; • An ability to work under pressure and to think laterally, maintaining a solution orientated mind set in dealing with a wide range of issues; • Good report writing skills and strong IT skills; • An ability to achieve delivery of competing demands within prescribed timelines and deadlines; • The ability to work well with Local Representatives and the public; • Be capable of building strategic relationships and working in close consultation and collaboration with key partners and stakeholders at all levels including local, regional and national. Candidates should also demonstrate: ▪ An understanding of the aims and objectives of the National Climate Action Plan 2021 and 2023 and the Climate Action and Low Carbon Development Act 2021 together with knowledge of key Local Authority climate action areas e.g. Energy, Decarbonisation Zones, Retrofitting, Sustainable Mobility (active travel and modal shift), Sustainable Energy Communities, Citizen Engagement, Just Transition, Land Use and Development, Biodiversity and Natural Environment. ▪ A good understanding of climate change adaptation and mitigation challenges relevant to Local Authority functions. ▪ Strong judgement and problem solving skills and effecting or influencing behavioural change. ▪ Experience of dealing with multiple stakeholders. ▪ Knowledge of health and safety legislation and regulations, and their application in the workplace. ▪ Competence and experience of financial and budget management. ▪ Strong communication skills and diversification of communication techniques. ▪ Proficiency in report writing, collating and analysing data, information and research and presentation of content. The following skills will also be advantageous to the role: ▪ Proficiency in social media content creation, social media engagement, social media clips/video production a distinct advantage. ▪ Good understanding of public engagement, communication channels, messaging, positioning and marketing. ▪ Energetic approach and capacity to engage with a broad cohort, generate initiatives and be innovative. QUALIFICATIONS 1. Education, Training, Experience, etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: a) Hold a third level qualification (Level 8 in the National Framework of Qualifications) or equivalent professional qualification in Planning, Engineering, Environmental Science, Architecture, Climate & Environmental Sustainability or another relevant discipline. b) Have at least five years’ satisfactory relevant experience. c) Have technical competence in the Climate Change/Action area or related area. d) Have relevant experience in supporting the formulation and implementation of strategies, plans, policy/action formulation, research studies and processes including stakeholder engagement. e) Hold a full driving licence, EU Model for Class B Vehicles and must have access to an appropriately insured and licensed car for the purpose of the duties of the position. Copies of qualifications must be attached to support this application. Failure to provide qualifications will deem this application invalid. 2. Citizenship Candidates for any of the above panels must, by the date of any job offer, be: a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or d) A non EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa; or f) A non EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. 3. Character Candidates shall be of good character. 4. 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. 1. The Post: The post is temporary, whole time and pensionable. A panel will be formed for an initial period of one year and this may be extended for a period of time at the discretion of the Chief Executive. The panel will be used to fill appropriate positions that may arise for its duration. Positions will be offered in order of merit as per the panel. 2. Salary: The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the post will be paid at the appropriate point on the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Department Circular. Starting pay for new entrants will be at the minimum of the scale. Where the appointee has been serving elsewhere in the public service in an analogous grade and pay scale, and will be moving without break to another part of the public sector at an analogous grade, the appointment may be made at the appointee’s current point of scale. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay. The current salary scale applicable to the post is €59,658 - €82,929 LSI 2. 3. Duties: The duties of the post are to give to the local authority, and a) such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Acts 2001 and 2014, is Chief Executive, and b) to any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority, or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in subparagraph (a) of this paragraph under the general direction and supervision of the Chief Executive or such other employee as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate services of an executive, administrative or management nature as may be required by any local authority or body herein before mentioned in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties to exercise such powers, functions and duties as may be delegated to him/her by the Chief Executive from time to time, including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The post holder will, if required, act for an employee of a higher level. The post holder may be required to work outside his/her normal job description from time to time. Alongside supporting the Climate Action Coordinator in the design, development and delivery of Offaly County Council’s Climate Action Plan and additional relevant climate action initiatives and policies, the Climate Action Officer will have responsibilities including, but not limited to, the following: • Drive organisational change initiatives particularly in the area of climate change mitigation and adaptation. • Support the implementation of the Local Authority Climate Action Plan (LACAP) across all departments in the local authority. • Support the Climate Action Coordinator in designing and delivering climate action strategies and policies. • Assist in defining the desired values and behaviours for the local authority and articulate how these translate into actionable behaviours at all levels. • Develop and assist in the roll out of programmes and campaigns which promote climate action amongst management, elected members and staff. • Provide support and advice to all departments on climate action related matters. • Support project teams and elected members in ensuring all local authority level activities are climate proofed. • Provide assistance to the Climate Action Coordinator in developing and implementing climate action strategies, plans and policies across the local authority. • Support the Climate Action Coordinator and the CARO to monitor and communicate the performance of the local authority. • Work with the CARO, national government and relevant state agencies to assist in the development and roll out of programmes and campaigns to promote climate action to local authority staff, elected members and local authority stakeholders. • Active participation in the implementation of programmes and projects across all service areas. • Work with the Energy Engineer / Energy Team on energy initiatives, support the implementation of the ISO 50,001 Energy Management System. • Undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibility as may be required, or assigned, from time to time. Essential Skills and Experience: The ideal candidate for the position shall have: • Satisfactory experience in the area of climate change together with a broad technical knowledge within the climate change area. • The ability to work under pressure (both independently and as part of team). • The ability to work with multidisciplinary teams. • The ability to self motivate to achieve good performance. • The ability to motivate, empower, encourage and achieve maximum efficiency and value for money from the personnel and processes under his/her control. • A track record of delivering results. • An understanding of Local Authority services and structures in Ireland or have the ability to quickly acquire same. • Excellent interpersonal, communication and influencing skills. • A good knowledge and awareness of statutory obligations of Health and Safety Legislation, the implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace. • The skills to schedule/programme the carrying out of work. • An understanding of the role and duties of managers in safety management in the workplace. • Good general ICT skills. • A focus on the customer and on service improvement including taking ownership and resolving issues arising. • Demonstrate knowledge and experience of working innovatively with the public and in particular communities to deliver projects and other interventions, including experience of working with all forms of media. 4. Work Base: Offaly County Council reserves the right to assign you to any department or premises in use by the Council, now or in the future. Changes in location of employment will not result in payment of disturbance money or other compensation. The person appointed will be required to provide him/herself at his/her own expense with the necessary mode of travel to and from work. 5. Working Hours: The working hours at present provide for a five day, thirty five hours working week, hours may vary from time to time. The working hours may be reviewed at any time by the Council. The post may require flexibility in working outside of normal hours, including at weekends, as necessary. No additional remuneration will be paid in respect of such activities. The provisions of Offaly County Council’s Time and Attendance Policy is applicable to this grade at the current time. A flexible working hours system is in operation subject to the terms and conditions of the Time and Attendance Policy.
Temporary Lifeguard
The Position Limerick City and County Council is responsible for the promotion of water safety and the prevention of the loss of life by drowning within the boundary of Limerick and on the rivers and navigation channels. The Council works closely with the local Fire & Rescue services, Civil Defence units and local Search & Rescue units. Main Duties: • Beach lifeguards will be responsible for the performance of their duties and will work under the immediate supervision of the Water Safety Development Officer or their nominee. • Beach Lifeguards shall read, be familiar with and adhere to the Safety Statement for Beach guards; participate in induction training and cooperate with other safety training provided by the Council as required. Any issues of health and safety concern shall be referred to the Water Safety Development Officer, the Executive Engineer – Coastal or the Health and Safety Officer. The procedure for reporting issues of concern is set out in the Safety Statement. The Beach • All equipment must be checked daily (each morning) to see that it is in working order and ready for use. Any defects notified should be reported immediately to the Council. To inspect all lifesaving and first aid equipment on arrival for duty to ensure that adequate stocks are available and in good working order. • Indication flags should be placed in prominent positions. The following flag system is to be used: • Red flag signifies that bathing is considered temporarily unsafe. • Red over yellow flag signifies that bathing between any two such flags is under supervision of Beach Lifeguard. • No flag is flown if there is no Beach Lifeguard on duty. • To ensure that from the start of the duty period that the appropriate flags are flown and are changed or re-located as necessary during the day. • To ensure at the conclusion of the duty period each evening that all flags are removed and that all equipment is checked and securely stored in the appropriate place. • To ensure that except for emergency assistance or official business, no one other than lifeguard personnel is permitted in the lifeguard station. Bathers • Beach Lifeguards must always be courteous to bathers and give them the necessary information regarding state of tides, currents and parts of strand which are not safe for bathing. • If, in the Beach Lifeguard’s opinion, bathers are about to enter water at a point which is considered dangerous owing to currents, shifting sands, etc., they should immediately warn them and give the reasons. • To provide emergency rescue service in the case of accidents. • Going immediately to the assistance of persons in difficulties in the water and rendering to such persons the necessary attention; To render first aid when possible. • Where bathers are about to enter water at a point which is considered dangerous owing to currents, shifting sands etc., they should immediately warn them and give them reasons. Practice a philosophy of prevention over reaction in carrying out the service. • If the bathers are acting in an indecent manner, the Beach guard should bring this fact to the notice of the Garda Siochana at the earliest opportunity. Other Duties for Consideration • Except when the beach is empty, the Beach Lifeguard should be on patrol or on look-out outside the hut. The Beach Lifeguard should never be inside the hut except when relieved for meals etc. or when they are certain there is nobody on the beach. They should not allow their concentration to be diverted in conversations with the public or in reading. The primary duty of the Beach Lifeguard is to prevent accident situations from developing. The can-buoy should be strategically placed so that it may be used at a moment’s notice. Special vigilance is required where there are rocks or an outflow of a river, as there are likely to be undertows or currents. • Where Beach Lifeguards have to leave to partake of meals, arrangements should be made that one Beach Lifeguard will be on duty during the other’s absence for such purpose and to patrol their area in addition to their own. Where one Beach Lifeguard only is employed, the following procedure should be adopted regarding the lunch hour: • No flag should be flown when they are off duty for their meal. • The meal must be arranged at a time other than the peak bathing hours. • Where two Beach Lifeguards are on duty on a particular beach – • One Beach Lifeguard shall remain at a vantage point from which a full view of the beach can be had and remain on a constant lookout, • The other Beach Lifeguard shall maintain a patrol of the beach and in such a manner that any given point along the beach is visited at least once in every 15 minutes. • Brief reports should be exchanged when they meet but lifeguards should never be seen to congregate together or with other groups. • To carry out a Beach patrol which shall be maintained along the beach and when the tide is in, the patrol shall be maintained as close as to the beach as possible. • To provide constant observation and supervision of activities at public bathing places in order to prevent drowning accidents. • To inspect the patrol area and where possible to remove any dangerous or offensive items. If the lifeguard cannot deal with the matter he should immediately report to his supervisor. • To ensure that the lifeguard station is kept clean and tidy and in a state of readiness for emergencies. • At appropriate times when checking the ring buoys and other safety equipment on the beach. • Beach guards may be required to assist in conducting aquatic events and water safety programs. • Beach guards shall carry out all appropriate duties as laid down in the Water Safety Ireland Lifeguard Handbook. • Beach Lifeguards should enter on the logbook, times of commencing and ceasing duty, morning, mealtime and evening, each day and should make a note of any incident such as rescues, etc. The Logbook should be available at all times for inspection by any duly authorised member of the County Council’s staff. Beach lifeguards shall notify the coast guard times of commencing and ceasing duty. • To record in a daily logbook: ➢ The names and attendance times of all guards on duty. ➢ The general weather and tidal conditions. ➢ What flags were flown and when they were changed during the day. ➢ Any information which may assist the Authorities in improving the service. • The Beach Lifeguards will be required to keep an “Accident and Incident Record” Book. • The Senior Beach Lifeguard at each location will, in addition to carrying out all of the duties, etc., of Beach Guard (including taking full part in any roster arrangements), be responsible for ensuring that the Beach Lifeguards at their location comply fully with the terms of the duties, responsibilities and general regulations of the post. • To complete all appropriate rescue and first aid forms. • To provide advice to the public regarding facilities, state of tides, currents, parts of beach which are not safe for bathing, hazards, water safety etc. To proactively implement this, including but not restricted to, by carrying out Public Relations & Educational patrols during quiet times. The Person – Qualifications 1. Character Candidates will demonstrate through their application and at the interview that they: (i) hold as a minimum, a current Water Safety Ireland Beach Lifeguard Award or an equivalent qualification as recognised by the International Lifesaving Federation (ILS) (ii) have thorough knowledge of resuscitation including Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (iii) are not less than 18 years of age on 18th May 2026 Other qualifications that are desirable: S-VHF Certificate, First Aid, ISA Powerboat Level 2 or higher, Manual Handling, Occupational Health & Safety Certificate. Before employment, candidates will be required to submit documentary evidence to Limerick City and County Council in support of their application. Original current valid Lifeguard award must be submitted to Human Resources prior to attendance for swim and resuscitation examination. 2. Health Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Terms and Conditions 1. Annual Leave The Council’s annual leave year runs from January to December. Annual Leave is in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 and the Organisation of Working Time Regulations, 2001. Annual leave is calculated as 8% of the hours worked in a leave year (but subject to a maximum of 4 working weeks). Your Annual Leave entitlement will be calculated at the conclusion of your fixed term contract, and you will be remunerated for same at the end of your contract. 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. 2. Rate of Pay: €684.25 per 37-hour week 3. Hours of Work Determined in order of merit following interview, Lifeguards will be required to work a 37-hour week of irregular hours to coincide with tidal conditions and bathing periods, including split shifts, work at weekends and particularly over holiday weekends. Successful applicants must be available for duty for the June Bank Holiday weekend, all other weekends in June and full-time for the months of July and August 2026. 4. Superannuation: The Local Government Superannuation Scheme 5. Garda Vetting: The National Vetting Bureau (Children and Vulnerable Persons) Act 2012 to 2016 came into effect on 29th April 2016. The Act places a statutory obligation on Limerick City and County Council to ensure that any work or activity which is carried out by a person, a necessary and regular part of which consists mainly of a person having access to or contact with children or vulnerable persons will be subject of Garda Vetting. A Garda Vetting form must be fully completed by every candidate. The Parent/Guardian Consent Form should only be completed in respect of candidates who are under 18 years. 6. Pre-Employment Medical: It may be necessary for all candidates who are successful at the practical test and the interview to undergo at his/her expense a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the Council. On taking up employment, the expense of the medical will be refunded to the candidate. Visionary or other medical conditions must be rectified before employment. Application Process: Completed application forms must be e-mailed to recruitment@limerick.ie no later than 06th March 2026. An official application form must be completed in full by the closing date for the competition. Please note that amendments to the application form will not be accepted after the closing date. CV’s will not be accepted in lieu of an application form. Please send your application from an e-mail address that you will review regularly as communication during the assessment/selection period will only be through that e-mail address. Please also ensure that you regularly review your spam/junk email folder as occasionally your email service provider may direct emails to that folder. Selection Process: Candidates will initially be assessed to ensure that they meet the minimum qualifications set down above under The Person. Candidates will then be assessed on the basis of the information contained in their application form to determine, having regard to the requirements of the position, the person specification, and the number who have applied, if they should be called for interview. All candidates will be required to undergo a practical test in Basic Life Support (BLS), swimming ability, lifesaving techniques and a theory test conducted by an examiner(s) nominated by Water Safety Ireland. Date of this assessment will be advised in due course. The Basic Life Support Assessments will incorporate the following elements: Practical Basic Life Support (BLS) Assessments: • Practical assessment of basic life support skills • General aspects of safe lifeguarding (10 questions) Timed Swim • 200m freestyle in less than 4 minutes (starting in the water with canbuoy/rescue tube and no tumble turns) • 200m swim timed (if candidate’s swim is outside 4 minutes, the candidate fails the Timed Swim Assessment) Pool Assessment • 100m tow with canbuoy/rescue tube in not more than 4 minutes • 25m approach, release and 25m carry (front double) • 25m approach, release and 25m carry (rear double) • Spinal injury management in shallow water (splint or clamp) • Underwater search 25m locate and pick up submerged manikin, exchange at surface for subject and administer deep water resuscitation for 10m • 20m approach, surface dive and deep-water resuscitation • Board Rescue
Municipal District (MD) Technical Support Officer
The Position Meath County Council invites applications from suitably qualified persons who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which permanent and fixed-term contract vacancies for the position of Municipal District (MD) Technical Support Officer (Municipal District (MD) Clerk of Works) shall be drawn. Purpose, Duties and Responsibilities The Municipal District (MD) Technical Support Officer (Municipal District (MD) Clerk of Works) will work as part of the District Engineer’s team in the Transportation Operations Department and will report to the District Engineer (Senior Executive Engineer). The duties will include, but are not limited to: • Processing Road Opening Licences using MapRoad Licensing, the national system for managing and processing roadworks licence applications. • Inspecting road openings carried out by licensed parties to ensure compliance with conditions. • Carrying out surveys and inspections on public roads and spaces as required by the District Engineer, keeping detailed records and compiling relevant reports. • Assisting with the management of outdoor crews, including liaison with the General Services Supervisors, works inspections, materials quality and standard, certificate verification, and record keeping. • Compliance with Health & Safety legislation and regulations and maintaining awareness of onsite safety. • Conducting safety inspections and ensuring compliance with the Safety Management System, including the use of the Electronic Safety Management System, participation at and reporting to site meetings, and contributing to the continuous improvement of procedures and standard operating practices. • Progressing customer and elected member queries/complaints via the CRM, ensuring timely updates and accurate case notes. • Preparing works drawings, specifications, and bills of quantity. • Managing and supervising contractors engaged in works and the provision of services. • Dealing with members of the public, contractors and local elected members. • Implementing programmes of work in a timely and effective manner. • Assisting in the Council’s response to severe weather events and emergencies. • Performing other duties as may be assigned by the District Engineer. The particular duties and responsibilities attached to the post may vary from time to time, without changing the general character of the duties or level of responsibilities entailed. The post holder may therefore be required to perform duties appropriate to the post, other than those detailed above, and to take instructions from and report to, an appropriate officer or such designated officer as may be assigned from time to time by the county council. Qualifications for the Post 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 and Experience Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: i. (a) Hold a degree in Engineering or Architecture or an equivalent professional qualification or (b) Hold a National Certificate / National Diploma in Construction Studies or Civil Engineering issued by the National Council for Education Awards / Further Education Training Awards Council. or (c) In the case of an office involving building construction work – as an alternative to the qualification at (a) – be a member of the institute of clerk of works in Ireland, or possess a full course certificate in building issued by the Technical Instruction branch of the Department of Education or a first class technological certificate (intermediate stage) or a technological certificate (advanced stage) issued by the Department of Education or have had satisfactory supervisory experience of building work, including road construction. ii. Have an adequate knowledge of civil engineering works or of building construction. iii. Be capable of writing clear and concise reports, keeping work records, measuring and recording all variations from contract and reading drawings. iv. Have a satisfactory knowledge of the surveying, levelling and setting out of works. Desirable Experience, Skills and Knowledge It would be desirable that each candidate would: • Good knowledge of construction plant and materials, particularly in relation to road construction and repairs, including storm water drainage and other services. • Familiarity with MapRoad Licensing and other relevant systems. • Ability to prepare works drawings, specifications, and bills of quantity. • Knowledge of surveying and setting-out techniques. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Strong organisational and record-keeping abilities. • Satisfactory IT skills for data entry, reporting, and use of electronic systems. • Ability to work effectively as part of a team and under own initiative. • Good understanding of safety management in the workplace including Health & Safety legislation and regulations. • Current, full, class B drivers licence and use of own car. Miscellaneous Provisions Salary Salary scale: €57,322 - €70,030 per annum (EL 07/25), analogous to the Clerk of Works grade. Payment of increments is dependent on satisfactory performance. Entry point of this scale will be determined in accordance with the appropriate Department Circulars. Hours of Work The normal working hours will be 35 hours per week. Duties may require the successful applicant to work outside of normal working hours i.e. attendance at evening/weekend, training duties etc. as part of normal working hours without additional remuneration. All hours worked will be subject to the provision of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 as amended. You may be required to complete a time-sheet in accordance with the Organisation of Working Time Regulations, 2001. Start Date Meath County Council shall require a person to whom an offer of employment is made to take up an appointment within a reasonable period of time, usually two months from date of offer, to meet the organisational requirements of the Council. Meath County Council reserves the right to withdraw its offer in the event that an appointment is not taken up within such a period. Leave 30 days per annum Sick Leave The terms of the Public Service Sick Pay Scheme will prevail. Probation The following provisions will apply: (a) there shall be a period after such appointments take effect during which such persons shall hold the position on probation, (b) such period shall be 9 months but the Chief Executive may at his or her discretion extend such period, (c) such persons shall cease to hold the position at the end of the period of probation unless during such period, the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory. Travel It is desirable that holders of the post should hold a full driving licence for class B vehicles and shall be required to 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. Travelling expenses and subsistence expenses necessarily incurred in the course of official duties will be refunded in accordance with appropriate rates in line with the relevant Department Circulars and Local Authority Travel and Subsistence Policy. Meath County Council, as employer, must be indemnified on your insurance policy. If during your employment, your licence is revoked, even temporarily, or if you receive endorsements on your licence, which may affect your duties, you are obliged to notify the Council immediately. Residence The person holding the office must reside in, or at an address convenient to performing the role/function as approved by the Chief Executive. 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 in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa Safety and Welfare The holder of the post shall co-operate with the terms of Meath County Council’s Safety Statement and Major Emergency Plan. They shall familiarise themselves with the safety rules and procedures and make proper use of all safety, clothing and equipment. Training It is a condition of employment that successful candidates will be required to participate in training programmes relevant to the skills necessary for the performance of the duties attaching to the post. Garda Vetting Successful candidates may be subject to Garda Vetting in advance of appointment to the position. Outside Employment The officer may not engage in private practice, or be connected with any outside business, which would interfere with the performance of official duties.
Executive Professional
THE JOB The role is both technical and business interfacing, the candidate must demonstrate strong technical skills and expertise while also managing project implementation. The Executive Professional will report to the Head of the National Building Control and Market Surveillance Office and will have a thorough knowledge and understanding of the statutory and legal framework, national policy and current thinking regarding Building Control and Market Surveillance of Construction Products. The roles require an excellent technical knowledge of the Building Control Acts, Building Regulations, Building Control Regulations, EU Market Surveillance Regulations, EU Construction Products Regulations, EU Energy Performance in Buildings Regulations, and EU (in-Building Physical infrastructure for High - Speed Electronic Communications) Regulations; the risks for non-compliance, inspection strategies and the BCMS. They will be able to work within, and lead, multi-disciplinary teams and have the ability to motivate and encourage personnel under their control to achieve maximum performance. Vacancies exist for Executive Professionals, within the National Building Control and Market Surveillance Office, the role which may be carried out by any of the following three professions: • Executive Engineer • Executive Architect • Executive Building Surveyor Candidates must meet the Executive Engineer, Architect or Building Surveyor Educational/Experience standards i.e., baseline requirements to act in the role of the Design/Assigned Certifier or be eligible for registration under the Building Control Act 2007. QUALIFICATIONS EXECUTIVE ENGINEER CHARACTER: Each candidate must be of good character. HEALTH: Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, ETC.: Candidates shall on the latest date for receipt of completed applications:- (a) (i) hold at least an ordinary bachelors degree (level 7 or higher on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ)) in Engineering*; OR (ii) hold an ordinary bachelors degree (level 7 or higher on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ)) and a post graduate masters degree (level 9 in the NFQ) in Engineering; OR (iii) hold a masters degree (level 9 in the National Framework of Qualifications) in Engineering attained after completing an Integrated masters level programme of at least 4 years duration and which is accreditation at CEng level by Engineers Ireland or an equivalent accreditation body internationally; (b) have at least five years satisfactory relevant engineering experience; (c) possess a high standard of technical training and experience; (d) possess a high standard of administrative experience; (e) have a satisfactory knowledge of public service organisation or the ability to acquire such knowledge. *A level 7 degree will be assessed on the basis that the period of study undertaken should be equivalent to at least 180 ECTS (European Credit Transfer Accumulation system) credits. For international qualifications, the level of the qualifications will be determined using the NARIC Ireland Foreign Qualification database. Fulfilling the eligibility requirements for these posts should not be taken as indicating that those qualifications would be acceptable for more senior engineering posts (i.e. Senior Executive Engineer and above). DESIRABLE: It is desirable that the successful candidate would hold: (a) an honours degree (level 8 in the National Framework of Qualifications) in Structural, Civil, Materials or Electronic/Computer Engineering. EXECUTIVE ARCHITECT CHARACTER: Each candidate shall be of good character. HEALTH: Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, ETC.: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed applications:- (a) hold a professional qualification in Architecture that is prescribed under the Building Control Act 2007, or a qualification in Architecture that is equivalent to a qualification so prescribed in Section 14 of the Building Control Act 2007; and (b) be eligible for registration as an Architect under the Building Control Act 2007 without requiring further assessment. Any appointment will be subject to registration under the Act; (c) have at least four years’ satisfactory experience of architectural work; (d) have experience in the design of buildings, the preparation of sketch plans, working drawings, details and specifications; (e) have a satisfactory knowledge of public service organisation or the ability to acquire such knowledge. EXECUTIVE BUILDING SURVEYOR CHARACTER: Each candidate shall be of good character. HEALTH: Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, ETC.: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application:- (a) hold a professional qualification in Building Surveying that is prescribed under the Building Control Act 2007, or a qualification in Building Surveying that is equivalent to a qualification so prescribed in Section 43 of the Building Control act 2007; and (b) be eligible for registration as a Building Surveyor under the Building Control Act 2007 without requiring further assessment. Any appointment will be subject to registration under the act; (c) have at least five years satisfactory experience of building surveying work; (d) possess a high standard of technical training and experience; and (e) possess a high standard of administrative experience. On the date of appointment, the successful candidate must possess a current unendorsed full driving licence (Category A1, A and/or B) as they may be required to drive in the course of their duties. DUTIES The duties of the posts include, but are not limited to, the following:- • Engaging with all stakeholders, including professions, building industry, elected members of local authorities and the 31 Building Control Authorities which are also Market Surveillance Authorities; • Preparing and presenting reports and presentations to the governance structures, ensuring such reports are submitted in a timely manner, production documents using MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Visio and CAD; • Preparing CAD building design details for presentation purposes; • Supporting, managing, and maintaining good working relationships with the three Regional Building Control Committees and the pillar working Groups; • Maintaining an awareness of and contributing to new policies, legislation and directives in relation to building control and the implications of these new policies; • Compiling and maintaining databases of building activity for analysis; • Compiling building activity reports using Power BI and other business analytics tools; • Assisting in the development of the training pillar in collaboration with the training working group, the third level academic institutions, the Local Authority Regional Training Centres, and other relevant stakeholders; • Assisting in the implementation of a building control inspection and market surveillance regime and programme in the 31 Building Control and Market Surveillance Authorities respectively; • Assisting in the design, build, managing and monitoring of the Building Control Management System (BCMS); • Assisting in the management of the National Building Control Office CRM (Customer Relationship Management) system; • Preparing budgets and ensuring that works are implemented within allocated budgets; • Ensure compliance with Health & Safety Legislation and Regulations, and Dublin City Council’s Corporate Health & Safety systems; • To carry out such other duties that may be assigned from time to time. The particular duties and responsibilities attached to the post may vary from time to time, without changing the general character of the duties or level of responsibilities entailed. The post holder may therefore be required to perform duties appropriate to the post, other than those detailed above, and to take instructions from and report to, an appropriate Officer or such designated Officer as may be assigned from time to time by the City Council. The duties of the post are to give to the local authority and to (a) The local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive is Chief Executive, and (b) To any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority or by any of the authorities or bodies referred to in sub-paragraph (a) of this paragraph under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such officers as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate computing, technical, management, administrative, executive, supervisory, advisory and ancillary services as may be required by any local authority or body hereinbefore mentioned in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties and to exercise such powers, functions and duties as may be delegated to them by the Chief Executive from time to time including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The holder of the post will, if required, act for an officer of a higher level. SELECTION PROCESS • Posts of Executive Professional, National Building Control and Market Surveillance Office, will be filled from this publicly advertised competition. Selection shall be by means of a competition conducted by or on behalf of Dublin City Council. • Candidates should note that the information provided by them in their application form and assessment question will form the basis on which eligibility and short listing is conducted. • Dublin City Council reserves the right to undertake eligibility and/or shortlist candidates in the manner it deems most appropriate. • A panel may be formed on the basis of interviews. A candidate whose name is on a panel and who satisfies the Council that they possess the qualifications declared for the post and that they are otherwise suitable for appointment may, within the life of the panel, subject to the appropriate Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage sanction, be appointed as an appropriate vacancy arises. • The life of the panel shall be for a period of one year from the date of its formation. • Dublin City 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 and if they fail to take up appointment within such period, or such longer period as the Council in its absolute discretion may determine, the Council shall not appoint them. SHORTLISTING Dublin City Council reserves the right to shortlist candidates to proceed to the interview stage of the competition. Shortlisting of candidates will be on the basis of information supplied on the Application Form, in conjunction with the answers given in the assessment question. It is therefore in your own interest to provide a detailed and accurate account of your qualifications/experience in your application. The shortlisting process will provide for the assessment of each applicant’s application form against predetermined criteria that reflect the skills and depth of experience considered to be essential for a position at this level. INTERVIEW The interview will be competency based and marks will be awarded under the following competencies: • Management and Change • Delivering Results • Performance through People • Personal Effectiveness • Knowledge, Skills and Experience SALARY: The salary scale for the position of Executive Professional is; €59,658; €61,829; €64,000; €66,175; €68,349; €70,521; €72,696; €74,857; €77,043; €79,209; (Maximum); €81,706 (1st LSI) (after 3 years satisfactory service on the Maximum); €82,929 (2nd LSI) (after 3 years satisfactory service on the 1st LSI). Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. In accordance with Departmental Circular letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving public service employee on or after 1st January 2011, will enter the scale for the position at the minimum point. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. Under the Public Service Stability Agreement 2013, the working hours for newly appointed/promoted staff are 35 hours per week.
Climate Action Regional Office Coordinator Executive
The Position Kildare County Council is inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for the above competition to undertake the specialist role of Executive Officer with the Eastern and Midlands Climate Action Regional Office. The Executive Officer will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to deliver the annual work programme, under the management and strategic direction of the Regional Coordinator within the Eastern and Midlands CARO. The Executive Officer will work with all 17 local authorities in the Eastern and Midlands Region and will work with the three other climate action regional offices in the performance of duties. The Executive Officer must undertake those duties as assigned to them by the Regional Coordinator. The Executive Officer shall also report to the Director of Service with responsibility for climate action to which they are assigned, or any other person designated by the Director of Service. The Competition The purpose of this recruitment campaign is to form a panel for Kildare County Council from which temporary whole-time posts may be filled for Executive Officer as vacancies arise. The Candidate This position requires a broad technical knowledge of climate change, the policy responses, the risks and possible strategies to both mitigate and adapt to the climate change, and a strong organisational, networking, and communication skill set. Characteristics that the post holder must demonstrate as part of this role include: • Practical, hands-on experience delivering projects that advance climate and sustainability policy (or other similar/transferable policy area) into on-the-ground projects that drive measurable impact. • In depth knowledge of current climate change science and climate action priorities at International, EU, National government and local authority levels. • Knowledge of key policy areas including Climate Action, Energy, Retrofitting, Green Infrastructure, Sustainable Mobility (active transport and modal shift), Sustainable Energy Communities, Citizen Engagement, Just Transition, Land Use and Development, Biodiversity and Natural Environment. • Robust knowledge of local government functions, structures, services and activities, the operation of local authorities and their role and interactions with Government Departments in terms of governance, finance, and reporting structures. • Knowledge and experience of accessing/application to funding sources. • Strong communication skills and diversification in communication techniques. • Excellent proficiency in report writing, collating and analysing data, information and research and presentation of content. • Strong interpersonal skills to engage with, support, effect and influence local authorities, strong judgement and problem-solving skills as well as the capacity to work autonomously and with great flexibility to meet work objectives. • Knowledge and experience of operating ICT systems. • Possess project management skills and experience. • Hands on experience of organising and managing events, including networking and participation skills. • Ability and experience in dealing with complex issues and multiple issues simultaneously. • Strong teamwork mentality and collaborative approach to work progression. • Competence and experience of financial and budget management. Duties and Responsibilities The duties of the Executive Officer is to perform, under the direction and supervision of the Regional Coordinator or other officer as designated by the relevant Director of Service/Chief Executive, such duties as may from time to time be assigned to you in relation to your employment and as may be appropriate to any particular function of any local authority for which the Chief Executive is responsible and carry out such instructions as may be given in relation to the performance of duties. In delivering duties for the Eastern and Midlands Climate Action Regional Office, the Executive Officer will be responsible for: Strategy: • Managing the effective and timely delivery of the CARO work programme to support the CAROs in achieving their objectives on behalf of the local government sector. • Monitoring and translating national policy developments and priorities, interpreting their implications and activation for local authority delivery through cohesive guidance development and high-quality report writing. • Engaging with governance structures supporting the operation of the CAROs and reporting on progress in a timely manner. • Facilitating engagement with all local authorities in the region though the established governance structures (formal and informal). • Working closely with all local authorities in the region in the implementation of and reporting on, progress of their Local Authority Climate Action Plan. • Through strong leadership and clear objective setting, project manage and lead out on initiatives across adaptation, mitigation, community and behavioural change measures/initiatives to support the work of the local government sector and local authorities (individually or cumulatively) to deliver efficient and effective climate action and successful outcomes. • Managing, designing, developing training to local authority staff and elected members and assistance on delivery of climate action training under the Local Authority Climate Action Training Plan. • Supporting and assisting on specific projects as they arise from time to time as part of the CARO work programme. • Delivering work items in a timely manner and to a high standard. Communication & Stakeholder Engagement • Produce reports, guidance documents and other resource materials of a high standard, well structured, tailored to the audience with good clarity, insightful of the context and with great attention to detail. • Establish, nurture and maintain strategic relationships to drive collaboration with key stakeholders to achieve outcomes of benefit to the local government sector. • Influence and collaborate with Government departments, agencies and bodies across a range of policy areas on the role of local authorities on climate action ensuring that practical and implementable delivery of climate action efforts is coordinated and aligned. • Be effective in communication on practical climate action issues to differing audiences. • Be effective in negotiation, influencing and communication skills and influencing multi-stakeholder processes. Information • Maintain a strong awareness of new policies, legislation and directives relating to climate action and an understanding of the implications and opportunities that these may present to the sector. • Identify and contribute to new work areas, policy, plans, studies and processes related to climate action and its practical implementation through the local government sector. Staff/Office • Contribute positively to the efficient and effective working structures, and performance management systems of the Eastern and Midlands Regional Office. • Work as an integral part of a motivated team and ensure team cohesion and efficiency. • Be effective in communication on practical climate action issues to members of the team. • Demonstrate the ability and flexibility to simultaneously manage and coordinate multiple projects of differing scale, nature and complexity. • Database compilation, maintenance and analysis. • Administer financial and budgetary requirements for the office including putting internal controls and robust governance structures in place. • Ensure the office meets all requirements in relation to health and safety legislation and regulations. Perform any other duties as may be required by the Regional Coordinator, Director of Services and Chief Executive of Kildare County Council. 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 and Experience etc.: Essential Requirements Each candidate, at the time of application, must hold all of the following: An honours degree (Level 8 in the National Framework of Qualifications) or equivalent professional qualification in town planning, environmental science, architecture, engineering or other relevant discipline, and At least five years (i.e. no less than 60 months at the time of application) satisfactory practical, hands-on experience in climate action, town planning, environmental science, architecture, engineering or other relevant discipline, and Demonstrate a high standard of technical training and practical, hands-on experience focused on action and delivery, with strong evidence of practical project delivery experience beyond research, analysis, or advisory roles. Desirable Requirements: Each candidate, at the time of application, can hold as desirable but not necessary, any of the following: In addition to the level 8 Honours Degree qualification above, hold as desirable but not necessary, a post-graduate qualification in climate or environmental science or other relevant discipline and/or a qualification or certification in project management. Have a high level of IT competence, including database compilation, maintenance and analysis and have proven competence in statistical methods and data analysis and experience of data analysis software. Demonstrate knowledge and experience in adaptation and mitigation of sea level rise, coastal flooding, storms and groundwater and rural pluvial flooding. Please supply copies of any certificates, diplomas, or degrees you may have with the application form. Non-Irish Qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications, overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. Particulars of Employment The Post The post is whole time (i.e., 35 hours per week) and appointment is a whole-time temporary post. Driving Licence Applicants should at the date of applying hold a full valid Irish /EU licence, for Class B vehicles, or a licence acceptable to NDLS for transfer to full Irish licence (Link below). They must be a competent driver and, shall drive a car in the course of their duties and for this purpose provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the local authority. The council must be indemnified on their insurance. https://www.ndls.ie/help/faq.html#exchange-of-foreign-driving-licences Location Kildare County Council reserves the right to assign the successful candidates to any premises in use by the Council, now or in the future. The person appointed will be required to report to their place of work by their own means of transport and at their own expense. Commencement Kildare County Council shall require a person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of not more than one month and if they fail to take up the appointment within such period, or such other longer period as the Council in its absolute discretion may determine, Kildare County Council shall not appoint them. Working Hours The current working hours are 35 hours per week Mondays to Fridays (rotas operate for lunchtime opening). Kildare County Council also has a flexi time system in operation, details of which are available from the Human Resources Section. The Council reserves the right to alter your hours of work from time to time. You may be required to work overtime on various occasions. All hours of work will be subject to and recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 and the Organisation of Working Time Act (Regulations) 2001. Reporting Arrangements Climate Action Regional Office Coordinators report directly to the appropriate supervisor in the Section or to any other employee of Kildare County Council as the Director of Services or other appropriate employee may designate for this purpose. A system of regular appraisal will be operated during employment, which will involve discussions between the employee and the line manager regarding performance and conduct. Probationary Period of Employment Where a person is permanently appointed to Kildare County Council, the following provisions shall apply – a) there shall be a period after appointment takes effect, during which such a person shall hold the position on probation; b) such period shall be twelve months, but the Chief Executive may, at their discretion, extend such period; c) such a person shall cease to hold the position at the end of the period of probation, unless during this period the Chief Executive has certified that the service is satisfactory; d) the period at (a) above may be terminated on giving one weeks’ notice as per the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts; e) there will be assessments during the probationary period. Remuneration €59,658 per annum to €79,209 per annum (maximum) €81,706 per annum (LSI 1) (after 3 years satisfactory service at maximum) €82,929 per annum (LSI 2) (after 6 years satisfactory service at maximum) On appointment, successful candidates will be placed on the first point of the salary scale. Appointment to a higher point of the salary scale may apply to candidates employed elsewhere in the public service, subject to verification of service history. Remuneration is paid fortnightly by PayPath directly to the employees nominated bank account. The current wage pay cycle may be revised during the period of employment. Remuneration is subject to all statutory deductions, e.g., P.A.Y.E. and P.R.S.I. Increments are paid annually subject to satisfactory attendance, conduct and performance and national agreements. Increments may be withheld if performance, attendance, and/or conduct are not satisfactory. Superannuation & Retirement A person who becomes a pensionable employee of the County Council will be required in respect of their Superannuation to contribute to the Local Authority at the appropriate rate. The terms of the Local Government Superannuation (Consolidation) Scheme 1998 as amended or the Public Services Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004 or the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme & Other Provisions) Act 2012 will apply as appropriate on appointment. Retirement age for employees is dependent on their relevant contract of employment, with due consideration being given to the rules of the Superannuation Scheme to which they belong. • For appointees who are deemed not to be “new entrants” as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, retirement is compulsory on reaching 65 years of age. • The minimum retirement age for “new entrants” to the public service as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004 is 65. There is no mandatory retirement age. • Effective from 1st January 2013, The Single Public Service Scheme applies to all first-time new entrants to the public service, as well as to former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks: Retirement age is set, initially, at 66 years; this will rise in step with statutory changes in the State Pension Contributory (SPC) age to 67 years in 2021 and 68 years in 2028. Compulsory retirement age will be 70. Annual Leave 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 and the nationally agreed annual leave scheme for the sector. The annual leave year runs from 1st January to 31st December. The current leave entitlement for this post is 30 days. The Chief Executive of Kildare County Council retains autonomy regarding office closures (e.g., Christmas Office Closure), any days arising from such closure will be reserved from the employee’s annual leave entitlement. Proposed office closure days will be reviewed and advised to all employees each year. Residence The person holding the office must reside in, or at an address convenient to the Local Authority, as approved by the Chief Executive. Outside Employment The position is whole-time, and the officer may not engage in private practice or be connected with any outside business which would interfere with the performance of official duties. Code Of Conduct / Organisation Policies Employees are required to adhere to all current and future Kildare County Council codes of practice including Code of Conduct of Employees and all current and future organisational policies including, but not limited to Health and Safety, Communications, Data Protection, Equality, Staff Mobility, Attendance Management and Use of Electronic Equipment.
Activities Coordinator
Beechfield Care Group are currently seeking to recruit an Activities Coordinator to assume responsibility for the care of residents at Bethany House Nursing Home, Tyrellspass, Co. Westmeath N91 P5P6. We are a long-established Nursing Home Group based Dublin, Carlow, Meath, Westmeath & Kildare. Our mission is to provide the best standard of quality care to our residents. Our philosophy places the care of the resident at the heart of the nursing home. About Bethany House Bethany House Nursing Home is a purpose-built residential home situated in the picturesque village of Tyrellspass pleasantly located in the heart of the midlands in the Lake County of Westmeath. But what really makes us special is our homely country atmosphere brought to life by our residents, families, staff, and our pets. Every resident is unique, and we respect and value each individual for who they are. We take immense pride in our wonderful care team, who strive to continuously create an environment that meets all the needs of each resident, and this is essential in ensuring and keeping the high standard that we set for ourselves. About the Role: The Activities Coordinator assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates programs for resident activities which are multi-faceted, meet the resident's functional needs, and reflect interests of each resident. Role Responsibilities: • Plans, schedules, implements, and evaluates a program of individual and/or group activities based on the resident's needs. • Coordinates and takes part in resident activities designed to promote social interaction, reality orientation and intellectual stimulation. • Provides residents who are confined or choose to remain in their rooms with in-room activities in keeping with lifelong interests. • Completes the activity assessment and care plan documentation following the gathering of information to reflect the individual resident s functional level, problems, needs and interests. • Documents activity related information on the residents’ charts. Reviews staff s chart entries for completeness. • Develop monthly calendar of planned activities. • Develops and reviews continuous quality improvement plans for the Activity Programme. Role Requirements: • Highly organised. • SONAS trained. • Care Assistant Background. • QQI Level 5.
Healthcare Assistants
Beechfield Care Group are currently seeking to recruit full time permanent Healthcare Assistant to assume responsibility for the care of residents at Beech Park Nursing Home, Dunmurry, Co Kildare. Candidates should have legal eligibility to be employed in Ireland / EU. We are not in the position to sponsor work permits for this vacancy. We are a long-established Nursing Home Group based Dublin, Carlow, Meath, Westmeath & Kildare. Our mission is to provide the best standard of quality care to our residents. Our philosophy places the care of the resident at the heart of the nursing home. About Bethany House Nursing Home Beech Park overlooks Kildare town and the Curragh in a peaceful rural setting. Our home provides a person-centered care (PCC), where staff actively listen and observe so they can adapt to each resident’s initial needs regardless of cognitive abilities. We promise that your loved ones will be our loved ones too. We really have the most amazing people living and working here that are truly dedicated to their work. About the Role: The Health Care Assistant is a key member of the multi-disciplinary team responsible for the care of our resistant’s. The HCA helps, support and direct personal care required to maximise the independence and wellbeing of our resistant’s including looking after their physical, emotional, and cultural needs. Role Responsibilities: • Undertake hygiene and dress care functions for residents. • Safe manual handling and transfer of residents within nursing home. • Delivery of food to and feeding of residents. • Return of used trays and dishes to kitchen, leaving residents and their rooms neat and tidy. • Bed making and linen changes. • Provide incontinence and toilet care to residents, including emptying commodes and replacing catheter bags. • Assisting trained nurses with provision of psychological and social support as needed. • Continuous vigilance towards dignity, comfort, safety, and whereabouts of residents. • Continuous adherence to hygiene, health, and safety regulations. • Any other duties as required.
