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THE ROLE The Assistant Civil Defence Officer, who is an employee of the local authority, is responsible in assisting the Civil Defence Officer with the day-to-day management of the Civil Defence. The principal role is to be prepared to support the Principal Response Agencies and more recently to provide support to the Community Response Forum. The development of numerous and varied certified training programmes, Health and Safety legislation, emerging technology improvements and other associated requirements has greatly impacted on the administration demands and mandatory record keeping obligations. Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to Garda Vetting prior to any appointment being confirmed. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE SHALL • have experience in supervision, leadership and management of people; • have experience in adult training and delivery of training courses; • have experience in the management of safety and safety management systems; • have good interpersonal and communication skills; • have administrative experience including the use of modern IT systems; • have experience in record keeping and management of budgets; • have good knowledge and awareness of Health and Safety Legislation and Regulations, the implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace; • possess good time management skills and be able to work under pressure and to work flexible working hours; • be capable of working on their own initiative; • have a working knowledge of PHECC guidelines. QUALIFICATIONS 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) have relevant administrative and IT experience, including proficiency in Microsoft applications, responsibility for managing budgets, and maintaining accurate records; b) have 2 years satisfactory experience in a Civil Defence role or other volunteer based emergency organisation; c) possess satisfactory knowledge of MEM (Major Emergency Management) Framework; d) have the ability to demonstrate strong organisational and leadership skills, along with relevant experience in supervising and developing staff and/or volunteers; e) have good knowledge and awareness of Health and Safety Legislation and Regulations, the implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace. On the date of application, the successful candidate must possess a current unendorsed full driving licence (Category B) as they may be required to drive a motor car in the course of their duties. DUTIES The duties of the post include, but are not limited to, the following:- • To assist the Civil Defence Officer in the general management of the Civil Defence; • To assist in the management of Voluntary Emergency Management System; • To assist the management of Fleet Management; • To assist in the preparation and submission in a timely manner and in consultation with Dublin City Council management, of the two-year Civil Defence Plan as required under Section 12 of the Civil Defence Act, 2012; • To co-ordinate the arrangements necessary for the implementation of the Civil Defence Plan; • To represent Civil Defence within local emergency planning structures and to promote good relations with key personnel with each of the local Principal Response Agencies; • To provide support to the Principal Response Agencies (Local Authority, An Garda Siochána and Health Service Executive) in emergency and non-emergency situations in accordance with the Framework for Major Emergency Management; • Represent Civil Defence on the Crisis Management Team; • To formulate, and periodically review, such Civil Defence Plans as are required to comply with its statutory responsibilities; • To continue the support of local community events; • To comply with the policies, circulars and guidelines as set out by the Civil Defence Branch of the Department of Defence; • To attend training provided by the Department of Defence and LCC; • To arrange for the recruitment, organisation and management of Civil Defence volunteers; • To arrange and ensure Civil Defence volunteers are appropriately trained including mandatory training, facilitate progression of training for volunteers, including completing an annual training needs analysis; • To carry out instructions issued by the Department of Defence in relation to the processing of the annual operational grant and any other grants that are provided; • To carry out instructions issued by the local authority/Department of Defence for the purchase, care, maintenance, issue and control of Civil Defence uniforms, vehicles and equipment; • To maintain adequate records, in the manner required and any other reporting requirements as may arise; • To promote Civil Defence as a community resource within Dublin. 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 Assistant Civil Defence Officer 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 questions (if applicable) 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 questions (if applicable). 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 • Leading, Motivating, Managing Performance and Communicating Effectively • Personal Effectiveness • Civil Defence Knowledge and Experience SALARY: The salary scale for the position of Assistant Civil Defence Officer is; €57,895; €59,276; €60,960; €64,126; €66,017; (Maximum); €68,367 (1st LSI) (after 3 years satisfactory service on the Maximum); €70,730 (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. All applicants must refer to the Additional Candidate Information Booklet which can be found at https://careers.dublincity.ie for additional relevant information pertaining to the salary scale and the recruitment process. PARTICULARS OF POSITION (a) The post is permanent, whole time and pensionable. (b) The holder of the post will be required to serve in Civil Defence. Dublin City Council reserves the right to, at any time, assign an employee to any Department now or in the future. (c) A period of one year’s probation applies where a person is permanently appointed to Dublin City Council. HOURS OF ATTENDANCE The hours and days of attendance for duty shall be as determined from time to time by the Chief Executive. The holder of the post will be required to work outside normal hours at weekends, public holidays etc. UNIFORM As a condition of employment the holder of the post will be required, at all times when on duty, to wear such uniform and/or items of personal protective equipment as are specified from time to time by Dublin City Council. CITIZENSHIP Candidates must, by the date of application 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. Dublin City Council welcomes all nationalities and ethnic backgrounds to join its diverse workforce and we hereby reserve the sole discretion to vary the above requirements from time to time subject to the business needs and staffing requirements. IRISH PROFICIENCY As part of our ongoing commitment to support the Irish language, our leadership on the Gaeilge365 programme and to comply with the Official Languages (Amendment) Act 2021, we are gathering information on candidates’ capacity to speak Irish. Under this legislation, public bodies are required to ensure that 20% of new recruits are capable of performing their duties through Irish by 2030. While this position is not an Irish language speaking role, we are asking all applicants to indicate their current level of Irish language ability. This information will be used for workforce planning purposes only and will not form part of the selection process for this competition.
Engineering Project Manager
Engineering Project Manager Location: Craigavon Hours: 37.5 Hours Per Week Business Unit: Central Services Salary: Competitive Open to: Internal & External Candidates Ref: HRJOB11509 At Almac, we are driven by performance, innovation and quality. We are currently recruiting an Engineering Project Manager to join our Central Services Engineering team in Craigavon. This role will be responsible for the planning, management, coordination and financial control of a range of engineering projects across the business. The Role The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering engineering projects safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality standards. Key responsibilities include: · Managing and influencing project stakeholders and coordinating project resources to ensure successful delivery · Planning and controlling project scope, cost, schedule, risks, issues and changes · Leading the development of practical and cost-effective engineering solutions · Preparing capital expenditure estimates, project budgets and milestone programmes · Supporting tender processes and contractor selection in line with company procedures · Coordinating testing, commissioning and validation of new facilities and equipment · Ensuring compliance with GMP, HSE, CDM regulations and statutory requirements · Liaising with external consultants, engineers and contractors throughout project execution Essential Criteria · Applicants must have eligibility to work in the UK with no restrictions OR possess a valid work permit that will allow you to take up full time employment in the UK · Degree (or equivalent) in Engineering or a related discipline · Previous experience working within an engineering function For further information on essential and desirable criteria, please review the job description attached to the online job posting. How to apply Apply online and tailor your CV to outline how you meet the role criteria. Please upload your CV in PDF format where possible. Closing Date We will no longer be accepting applications after 5pm on Tuesday 12 May 2026. RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE NOTE: Almac will only accept applications from agencies/business partners that have been invited to work on this role by our Talent Acquisition team. Speculative candidate CV’s received or submitted directly to Hiring Managers will be considered unsolicited and no fee will be payable. Thank you for your cooperation.
Administrator
Mercury is the European leader in construction solutions. We build and manage complex engineering & construction projects for the world’s leading corporations. Our solutions help deliver technologies and life changing advancements that connect people, communities and businesses, giving them the power to achieve incredible things. Our people have the courage to be innovative. Their determination and sharp focus enable us to deliver with certainty, time and time again. We deliver our clients’ visions through leading edge construction solutions across multiple sectors, including: Enterprise Data Centres, Advanced Technology & Life Sciences, Hyperscale Data Centres, Fire Protection. At Mercury, it is our duty to encourage and back our people to realise their vision of themselves. We place them at the heart of what we do, providing challenging opportunities to develop within a great team in a supportive environment that allows them to reach their full potential. Key Responsibilities of the Role : Mercury is an equal opportunities employer .
Facilities Engineer
Facilities Engineer Description Location: Craigavon Hours: 37.5 Hours Per Week Business Unit : Central Services Open To : Internal & External Candidates Ref No: HRJOB11516 Salary: Competitive The Opportunity We are currently recruiting for a Facilities Engineer to join our Facilities team at our Craigavon site. The successful candidate will support the maintenance of Almac Group facilities, ensuring buildings, systems and associated documentation are maintained in line with company, regulatory and safety requirements. Our approach is simple – we support, develop and reward our people, build fulfilling careers and together we advance human health. More information can be found here; Life at Almac - Almac ” What you need to be successful · Applicants must have eligibility to work in the UK/IE with no restrictions OR possess a valid work permit that will allow you to take up full time employment in the UK · HNC/D in a Construction or Engineering related discipline · Fully competent in the use of Auto CAD and the Microsoft Office Suite · Previous experience within a Facilities maintenance or construction office role How to apply Apply online and tailor your CV to outline how you meet the role criteria. Please upload your CV in PDF format where possible. Closing Date We will no longer be accepting applications after 5pm on Tuesday 12 May 2026. RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE NOTE: Almac will only accept applications from agencies/business partners that have been invited to work on this role by our Talent Acquisition team. Speculative candidate CV’s received or submitted directly to Hiring Managers will be considered unsolicited and no fee will be payable. Thank you for your cooperation.
Senior Software Test Engineer
Senior Software Test Engineer – (Job Ref: 26N/SNST) Randox Laboratories continues to develop disruptive innovations in Diagnostics and Healthcare globally. We are proud to have been named the Number 1 company in Northern Ireland for the second consecutive year in the Belfast Telegraph Top 100 Companies List for 2024. Our staff are at the heart of everything we do and achieve. We have exciting new career opportunities for Senior Software Test Engineers within our Engineering team. Location : Fully onsite - Randox Science Park, 30 Randalstown Road, Antrim, BT41 4FL. Contract Offered : Full-time, Permanent. Working Hours / Shifts : 40 hours per week, either 5 days, 8.40am to 5.20pm, 4 days working 10 hour days or 4 days working 9 hour days with a 4 hour day on a Friday. What does this role involve? This role is responsible for the verification of software of engineering products. The main duties of the role include: • Liaise with Engineering and R&D teams to determine current and future test requirements in order to plan and coordinate resourcing for each project. • Coordinate the daily activities of the Software Test Engineering Team, setting objectives and reviewing quality and performance against objectives. • Report on status of test projects to direct and senior management. • Create test strategies for standalone software products or new products containing software. • Develop a comprehensive understanding of software and analyser platforms in order to develop appropriate test protocols. • Understanding the entire system and reporting on the test coverage. • Create, locate and acquire data required for testing assignments. • Estimate Software Testing activities as required by the Project Manager. • Create verification test cases to assure: Quality, Functionality, Reliability and Usability of standalone software products or products containing software. • Execute manual and automated test cases on standalone software products or products containing software. • Identify and record software defects within a problem-tracking system. • Contribute to FMEA and risk assessments for projects under development. • Ensure all systems are tested to a high quality, ensuring compliance with appropriate internal procedures and European and International standards. • Partake in reviews to determine the status of software and associated products to ensure products released by Randox have been suitably verified. Essential criteria: • Qualified to degree level in a software related discipline. • Minimum of 3 years experience working within a Software Test environment. • Familiarity with at least 2 of the following programming languages: C#, C++, Delphi, VB and Java. • Excellent knowledge of software testing processes and testing methodologies such as V-Model, Waterfall and Agile. • Experience working to strict deadlines. • Strong knowledge of both manual and automated software testing. • Strong communication and teamwork skills. Desirable criteria: • Previous people or project management experience. • Previous experience in a software role within a regulated environment. • Experience in the use of automated test software such as Ranorex Studio. • Experience in the use of bug tracking software such as SpiraPlan.
Facilities Project Engineer
Facilities Project Engineer Location: Craigavon, Northen Ireland Hours: 37.5 Hours Per Week Business Unit : Central Services Open To : Internal & External Candidates Ref No: HRJOB11057 Salary: Competitive We welcome applications from students graduating in summer 2026 who have completed a placement year in industry! The Opportunity We are currently looking for Facilities Project Engineer to join Almac Group based in Craigavon. The successful candidate will support facilities capital expenditure projects and building maintenance activities, working closely with internal stakeholders and external contractors to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and to specification. What you need to be successful · Applicants must have eligibility to work in the UK with no restrictions OR possess a valid work permit that will allow you to take up full time employment in the UK · Working towards bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction related discipline (or equivalent) · Previous Experience in placement working in an Engineering discipline · Computer literate and working knowledge of Microsoft Office · Working knowledge of AutoCAD Further information For further information on essential and desirable criteria, please review the job description attached to the online job posting. Why Almac “Joining Almac means becoming part of a fast‑paced, growing organisation within a highly regulated industry. We offer a supportive and collaborative working environment, with excellent opportunities for learning, development and long‑term career progression across the Almac Group. Our approach is simple – we support, develop and reward our people, build fulfilling careers and together we advance human health. More information can be found here; Life at Almac - Almac ” How to apply Apply online and tailor your CV to outline how you meet the role criteria. Please upload your CV in PDF format where possible. Closing Date We will no longer be accepting applications after 5pm on Monday 11 May 2026. RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE NOTE: Almac will only accept applications from agencies/business partners that have been invited to work on this role by our Talent Acquisition team. Speculative candidate CV’s received or submitted directly to Hiring Managers will be considered unsolicited and no fee will be payable. Thank you for your cooperation.
Electrical & Instrumentation Apprentice
EPS Group is recruiting for our Electrical Apprenticeship Program in Mallow. This is an excellent opportunity to start your career with a leading Irish engineering and utilities solutions provider, working on projects that support critical water, wastewater and infrastructure services nationwide, in addition to the UK market and European Data Centre sphere. As an Electrical or E&I Apprentice, you will combine structured off‑the‑job training with practical, hands‑on experience, gaining valuable skills alongside experienced electricians and engineers. Throughout the apprenticeship, you’ll be supported to develop both your technical ability and professional confidence in a safe, supportive and high‑quality working environment. What you’ll be doing
Apprentice Fitter HGV & Apprentice Fitter Plant Machinery
1. The Position The Council is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates, for a fixed term of four years, for an Apprentice Fitter Construction Plant & Apprentice Fitter HGV based in the Machinery Yard, Dungarvan. 2. Background Our apprentices are trained to the highest possible technical standards and acquire, amongst many other skills, the ability to maintain the various systems associated with modern Public Service vehicles and Construction Plant. This includes training on various day to day repairs and preventative maintenance tasks, in addition to vehicle diagnostics/fault finding with some of the most advanced systems of its kind in place. The apprenticeship normally comprises of seven phases, three off the job and four on the job. During all of these phases you are assessed on a structured ongoing basis. On the job training takes place with Waterford City & County Council during phases 1, 3, 5, 7, and off the job training phase 2, 4, 6 is designated by SOLAS. The successful candidate will be required to register with SOLAS within two weeks of commencement and pass all phases of the apprenticeship programme. The apprentice may be required at the discretion of Waterford City & County Council to undertake addtional training as determined from time to time. 3. Duties Core aspect and duties of the apprenticeship o Learning and developing new craft-related skills, knowledge and competencies. o Repairing plant and equipment both in workshop and onsite. o Working with and learning from experienced Craftspersons and developing o team skills. o Comply with all Health and Safety requirements. o Working with machines and mechanical equipment and a wide range of hand and power tools and measuring devices. o Accepting responsibility for the quality of own work. o Being physically active and work in all weather conditions. o Using the special service tools, materials and equipment. o Reading and interpreting technical instructions and diagrams. o Ability to review and study plant maintenance manuals. o Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical and electronic systems. o Dismantling, examining and re-assembling mechanical systems and components. o Testing electrical and electronic systems and components. o Record and communicate accurate work records or reports. o Development of good communication skills to ensure accurate information gathering. o Taking responsibility for own learning, including the allocation of study time. o Passing all phase exams ( theory, practicals, skills demonstrations) Other Duties o Carry out the duties & tasks as assigned and supervised by the Fitter Foreman in the Machinery Yard or his nominee. o Carry out house keeping duties such as cleaning and tidying in the workshop area and around the yard depot. o Be responsible for the safe keeping of all store parts and equipment. o Assist in the inspecton of vehicles and plant, and related equipment, determine and carry out necessary maintenance work on vehicles and plant, including, welding, body repair and use of diagnostics equipment. o Assist in the repair work, at off-site locations, including responding to road side breakdowns. o Comply with the Machinery Yards vehicle management system including record keeping and attending training. o Assist in the maintainance of records, on all repairs and work performed. Track service dates, and warranties for all council vehicles, and fully adhere to any management system that is in place. o Comply with the relevant Waterford City & County Council’s Health and Safety management system. The apprentice will be required to complete repairs and maintenance on a wide variety of Construction Plant and equipment including but not limited to the list set out below: HGV Fitter Plant Machinery Fitter Rigid Tipper Lorries Artic Lorries Agricultural Tractors Rollers / Pavers Mobile & Static Tar Tankers Graders Low loader trailers Vans /Jeeps Loading Shovels /Teleporters Other Mechanical Plant Velocity Patchers Manual Patchers Bitumen Sprayers Chip Spreaders Salt Spreaders Snow Ploughs Brine Saturation Stations Winter Maintenance Plant & Equipment Other Mechanical Equipment 4. Qualifications & Requirements of the Post (a) Character Candidates shall be of good character. (b) Age The minimum age at which the employment of an apprentice may commence is 16 years of age. (c) Health Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Successful candidates will be required to undergo a medical examination carried out by the Council’s Occupational Health Doctor prior to appointment. (d) Education, Experience On the latest date for receipt of completed application forms, candidates shall have obtained the following minimum standards: 1. Grade D in five subjects in the Department of Education & Skills Junior Certificate Examination or an approved equivalent, OR 2. The successful completion of an approved Pre-Apprenticeship course OR 3. Three years’ work experience gained over sixteen years of age in a relevant designated industrial activity as SOLAS shall deem acceptable It should be noted that these are the current approved minimum educational requirements for apprenticeship programmes, however, previous experience of the following subjects would be an advantage but not essential: Mathematics, Technical Drawing/Graphics, Metalwork, Technology and Physics (e) Desirable Skills As an Apprentice you will need to be physically active and be able to work with your hands. An awareness of health and safety and good housekeeping is essential as well as attention to detail. As an Apprentice, the candidate will need: · To be physically fit; · To be able to cope with lifting, bending and stretching; · To have good eye to hand coordination; · To be logical and patient in tracing faults and methodical in organising tasks, especially when taking apart and reassembling machines; · To be able to work at heights (required for certain tasks). 5. Particulars of the Post (a) General Waterford City & County Council proposes to create 2 panels of qualified candidates for the position of Apprentice Construction Plant Fitter & Apprentice HGV Fitter (b) Probation The successful candidate shall be required to be on probation for an initial period, as determined by the Council. (c) Remuneration Remuneration for Apprentice Fitter HGV will be in accordance with Solas apprenticeship programme for the Motor Industry, the weekly rates as set out below are in accordance with the Motor Rates advised by S.I.M.I for – effective from 01 st July 2025. Remuneration for Apprentice Fitter Plant will be in accordance with Solas apprenticeship programme for the Construction Industry, the weekly rates based on 39 hr week as set out below are in accordance with the Construction Rates advised by SEO (Construction Sector) & – effective from 01st August 2025. Phase/Year Gross Wage Norm HGV Gross Wage Norm Plant Phase 2 €251.45 per week €298.97 per week Phase 4 €377.57 per week €488.50 per week Phase 6 €566.34 per week €672.75 per week 4th Year €678.62 per week €807.30 per week For apprenticeships developed before 2016, the employer pays the apprentice while s/he is being trained on-the-job. A training allowance is paid by the local ETB while the apprentice is attending the off-the-job training. This apprenticeship consists of four on-the-job phases (Phases 1, 3, 5 & 7) paid by the employer and three off-the-job phases (Phases 2, 4 & 6) paid by SOLAS. Apprentices will be invited to attend their off-the-job training phases in accordance with the SOLAS scheduling system. On successful completion of the apprenticeship programme, apprentices are qualified to work within the recognised trade or profession. (d) Base The base for the post shall be the Machinery Yard, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford (e) Residence Holders of the post shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. (f) Working Hours / Annual Leave The normal hours of work will be 39 hours per week. The Council reserves the right to alter the hours of work from time to time. The successful candidate may be required to enter into arrangements to work on an on-call rota basis and work out of hours including public holidays. 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. Waterford City & County Council’s holiday year runs from 1st January to 31st December. Your holiday entitlement will be 25 working days per annum pro rota (inclusive of Good Friday) Permission and prior authorization is essential before annual leave is taken. The granting of annual leave at any particular time is always subject to the requirements of the council and all annual leave is liable to suspension during periods of exceptional pressure. The final decision in allocating leave rests with Management. (g) Conflicts of Interest 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 a 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 duties as a local authority employee. 6. Recruitment Process A. Application Form · Applications must be made on the official application form and all sections of the form must be fully completed. · Please do not submit a CV with your application. Only information contained in the application form will be considered when assessing a candidate’s suitability for the post. · Applications must be submitted as an e mail attachment in either Word or PDF format only by email to recruitment @waterfordcouncil.ie · Applications must be received by the deadline 21st May 2026 at 4.00pm B. Short Listing Candidates may be short-listed for interview on the basis of information supplied. In the event of a short-listing exercise being required, an Expert Panel will convene to examine and assess the application forms against a set of pre-determined criteria, based on the requirements of the job. It is therefore in your own interest to provide a detailed and accurate account of your qualifications and experience on the application form. Where it is considered, by reason of the number and standard of applications received, that it would be reasonable not to admit all candidates to the interview, only persons likely to attain at the interview a standard sufficient for selection and recommendation for appointment shall be called for interview. C. Right to Information and Review - The Council is committed to offering feedback and information to candidates. Any candidate who wishes to do so may request to have a decision or the process reviewed. Any such request must be submitted in writing, stating the grounds of the request and this must be submitted to the Human Resources Department, within five working days of the date of notification of a relevant decision quoting the above reference number.
Innovation And Technology Specialist, Engineering
Working as a member of SRC’s BEE team, the post-holder will lead the College’s industry engagement in the area of Innovation focusing on areas including food innovation, product design and development, lean manufacturing, IT and Tourism. The post holder will be responsible for identifying, securing and delivering a range of technical projects, knowledge transfer services, innovation training, specialist training and skills development programmes for business and industry clients. The post-holder will work strategically to build relationships with a range of businesses, industry groups and academia with the aim of further developing SRC’s capacity to provide quality and relevant support services to business clients whilst also contributing to the development of an industry focused curriculum This is a full time permanent position within the College. Closing date for applications is Friday 8th May 2026 at 12noon. Please note all correspondance will be sent from recruitment@src.ac.uk. Please check your mailbox including any spam folders regularly. College benefits include: Competitive Salary, Excellent Pension Benefits, Generous Annual Leave Entitlement, Family & Work Life Balance entitlements and much more.
Biomedical Service Engineer
Biomedical Service Engineer – (Job Ref: 26N/BENG) Randox Laboratories continues to develop disruptive innovations in Diagnostics and Healthcare globally. We are proud to have been named the Number 1 company in Northern Ireland for the second consecutive year in the Belfast Telegraph Top 100 Companies List for 2024. Our staff are at the heart of everything we do and achieve. We have an exciting new career opportunity for a Biomedical Service Engineer within our Customer Support team. What does the Service Engineering team do? The service engineering team support a large network of both internal and external customers. The team have expertise on a variety of medical devices, providing Engineering/technical support and service contract support to end users. The team works with Regional Randox Service teams worldwide so occasional travel is required. The team is made up of staff from multiple Engineering disciplines ensuring we have the depth of knowledge required to support our customers. Location : Randox Science Park, 30 Randalstown Road, Antrim, BT41 4FL. Contract Offered : Full-time, Permanent Working Hours / Shifts : 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 08.40 to 17.20, with potential for longer days Monday to Thursday and a half day on a Friday. Right to Work Requirement Please note that this role requires candidates to have the legal right to work in the UK for a minimum of 12 months from the application date. This is to ensure completion of our 9-month probationary period and for any potential sponsorship decisions to be considered. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship at the point of hire. What does the Biomedical Service Engineer role involve? This role is responsible for the servicing and maintenance of medical devices and related products. Key duties of the role include: • Routine servicing and preventative maintenance of analysers and associated equipment within Randox and in the field. • Establishment of routine maintenance schedules. • Development of procedures and support associated with new products. • Emergency breakdown repair of analysers within Randox and in the field. • Installation, commissioning, and set-up of analyser equipment. • Providing technical support by phone and e-mail to Randox customers. • Providing technical support for analyser development. • The quality control of analysers prior to product release. • The training of Randox and distributor personnel in analysers servicing procedures. • The performance of all tasks within the departmental ISO framework. • Travel internationally to support Randox customers with installations, breakdown repair and preventative maintenance. Who can apply? Essential criteria: • Bachelors degree or higher in an engineering discipline. • Strong communication skills. • Flexibility for international travel. • A full UK driving licence. Desirable: • Experience with computer hardware. • Experience in a variety of medical instrumentation. • Experience in engineering. • Experience with clinical chemistry analysers and applications knowledge.
