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As a Section 39 organisation, KPFA operates its own pay scales. Annual increments are awarded up to the maximum point of the relevant scale. WE ARE CURRENTLY RECRUITING FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION Post: Support Worker Contract: Permanent, Part-Time (30 hours per week) Location: Cahersiveen Day Service Roster: Mon: 09:30 - 15:30 / Tues: 08:30 - 17:00 / Wed, Thurs: 10:00 - 15:30 / Fri: 08:30 - 15:30 *Please note, rosters may be subject to change due to the Operational requirements of the Service* If you are dedicated to making a positive impact and empowering people to thrive in their every day interests and pursuits; then we want to hear from you. The Role: The Support Worker will play a vital role in empowering individuals by planning and setting meaningful goals that address their unique personal, social, recreational, academic, independent living, community integration, training, and supported employment needs. They will actively guide and support individuals to realise their aspirations, helping them reach identified priorities and achieve greater independence and self sufficiency. They will also advocate for inclusion and active participation in the community, ensuring access to opportunities that promote social and personal growth. The Support Worker operates within a person centred framework, prioritising each individual’s choices and needs. They will work closely with both internal and external services, fostering a culture of collaboration and partnership, and building strong relationships with families to ensure holistic support. In addition to supporting adults with intellectual disabilities, the Support Worker will be responsible for maintaining accurate records, completing relevant reports, and ensuring all documentation meets required standards. The role includes providing physical, emotional, psychological, and healthcare support, all while promoting dignity, respect, and personal autonomy. They will also facilitate life skills development through hobbies, interests, and activities, teaching skills such as budgeting, cooking, communication, and time management to promote greater independence. The Support Worker will work alongside a range of healthcare professionals to ensure all aspects of care are delivered to the highest standard. Their input will be essential in creating care plans that are responsive to evolving needs, fostering personal growth, wellbeing, and a sense of belonging within the community. This is a dynamic and rewarding position that requires dedication, a commitment to lifelong learning, and a strong passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of those supported. Essential Criteria: Employee Benefits: Sick Pay Scheme, Paid Maternity Leave, Flexible Working, Employee Assistance Programme, Pension Scheme, Parking ( Site Dependent), Generous Annual Leave, Access to income continuance scheme, Discounted Health Insurance and Access to training. (A panel may be formed from which future vacancies for the Cahersiveen Day Service may be filled up to the 31st of December 2025) *In relation to offers of employment, evidence of relevant employment experience must be clearly detailed in both your application form and CV. Failure to provide this information, along with a satisfactorily completed verification of service form before an agreed start date, will result in placement at Point 1 of the applicable scale. Incremental credit will only be applied from the date correct documents are submitted.* Canvassing Any attempt by candidates or others acting on their behalf, directly or indirectly, through written communication or any other means, to canvass or influence in the candidate's favour any staff member of Kerry Parents and Friends Association, or any individual involved in interviewing or evaluating applicants, will result in the candidate's automatic disqualification from the position. Roles are also available on a relief basis. For any informal queries, please contact 064 66 32742. Kerry Parents and Friends Association is an equal opportunities employer
Occupational Health Physician
Location of Post Posts are currently available within the Workplace Health & Wellbeing Unit across Carlow, Kilkenny, Wexford, Waterford and South Tipperary We recommend that applicants wishing to apply should submit their application a minimum of 1 hour before the closing date and time and make sure they can see their application is submitted in their Rezoomo profile. Applications will not be accepted after this date and time, no exceptions will be made.
Team Member
Costa Coffee requires a Full Flexible Team Member and Evening/Weekend Team Member for our store in Coleraine. At Costa Coffee we are as passionate about our people as we are our great coffee! Being a part of our team gives you the chance to learn new skills in coffee excellence whilst letting your personality shine through. As a Costa Barista you receive full training in delivering every customer with an unbeatable coffee experience, through great customer service and great coffee. Are you: -
Medical Secretary Cvrre Directorate
Job Purpose: The purpose of the Medical Secretary Grade IV is to provide an exceptional and comprehensive support service delivery within the various Departments in CVRRE Directorate (Cardiology, Cardiothoracic, Vascular, Renal, Respiratory and Endocrinology) in consideration of Patient Care and the Departmental Administration Team. The Grade IV Medical Secretary will ensure that all duties, roles and responsibilities are completed to the required operational standards in line with the competency framework. In order to meet the service needs of the hospital the post holder may be required from time to time to work at different locations to the normal place of work i.e. across the Hospital Directorates. The post holder will also be expected to provide cover for colleagues during times of absence and change in service demands. Applicants are invited from suitably experienced and qualified candidates for a Grade IV Medical Secretary - CVRRE Directorate Panel for Temporary contracts on a full time and part time basis. Candidates who are successful at interview stage will be placed on a panel from which future Temporary Grade IV Medical Secretary - CVRRE Directorate vacancies may be filled. For more information please see attached job description. For informal enquire, please contact Sandra Kiernan, Administration Team Manager, CVRRE Directorate sandrakiernan@mater.ie We reserve the right to close this competition early if we receive a high volume of applications
Deli Supervisor
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the Deli Department operates efficiently and effectively at all times and provides our customers with excellent quality products and services. The ideal candidate will have/be: Minimum 1 years€,, fresh food supervisory experience; Minimum 2 years` experience in a role with strong exposure to fresh food; Fully trained in HACCP and food safety, and has experience in meeting the HACCP and food safety requirements; Experience in ordering for deli departments and managing waste within a fresh food department; Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word); Numerical skills; Ability to roster and adhere to budgets; Excellent communication skills; Have a true passion for the food industry and as such be creative and innovative with the fresh offering; Customer focused manager who can build a quality and loyal customer base; The ability to inspire, lead and motivate employees through support and development. Main duties: Actively live Centra brand-values i.e. Proud, Energetic, Imaginative and Community-Based; Prepare the presentation and layout of the deli serve over; Implement planograms correctly; Minimise waste and shrink in the department; Bring new ideas to the department on fresh food innovation through regular research and benchmarking against competitors; Demonstrate your passion for quality food by sharing knowledge, recipes and personal recommendations with shoppers; Train all new employees to the deli; Deal with all customer queries and efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy; Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
Learning Engagement Advisor
Overall role and context: SETU is committed to teaching and learning, the quality of its academic programmes and its leadership in widening participation in higher education. We are committed to the provision of quality higher education opportunities for all learners that meet the varied needs of learners, whilst also providing a platform for regional economic, social and cultural development. SETU is looking to form a panel of Learning Engagement Advisors to support students with disabilities. The Learning Engagement Advisor is responsible for the delivery of appropriate educational supports for students with disabilities. The role of the Learning Engagement Advisor is to assist the student with their academic work and to support their ability to learn. The Learning Engagement Advisor is required to work with students with a range of disabilities including specific learning difficulties, neurological conditions, mental health conditions, significant ongoing illness, physical disabilities and sensory disabilities. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and a track record in disability learning support. Principal duties and responsibilities:Key Responsibilities: Salary: €21.50 per Hour Annual Leave: Annual Leave will be in accordance with arrangements authorised by the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science from time to time.
Deli Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Responsible for the preparation of high quality hot and cold deli products and for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. The ideal candidate will have/be:
Senior Speech And Language Therapist
Job Title, Grade Code Speech and Language Therapist, Senior (Gender) (Grade Code: 3379 Teiripeoir Urlabhra & Teanga, Sinsearach (inscne) (Cód Grád: 3379) Remuneration The salary scale for the post is: as of 01/08/2025 €63,912 €65,275 €66,681 €68,073 €69,467 €70,933 €72,478 €74,018 €75,254 New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. Campaign Reference SCH/073/2025 Closing Date 17:00hrs Monday 15th September 2025 Proposed Interview Date (s) Candidates will normally be given at least two weeks' notice of interview. The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances. Taking up Appointment A start date will be indicated at job offer stage. Location of Post St Columcille’s Hospital, Bray Road, Loughlinstown, Co Dublin Ospidéal CholmCille, Bóthar Bhré, Baile Uí Lachnáin, Co. Bhaile Átha Cliath There is currently one permanent full-time Senior SLT vacancy in the National Gender Service in St. Columcilles Hospital Loughlinstown. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Senior Speech and Language Therapist from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Informal Enquiries We welcome enquiries about the role. Contact Deirdre M Fitzgerald, Speech & Language Therapist Manager, Tel 01 -2115266 or email deirdrem.fitzgerald@hse.ie for further information about the role. Contact hr.sch@hse.ie for enquiries relating to the recruitment process... Details of Service St. Columcille’s Hospital (SCH) is located in South East Dublin on the border with County Wicklow. It is a model 2 hospital within the RHA Dublin & South East and is aligned to the Sláintecare vision. SCH has 117 inpatient beds and provides a range of services to a diverse population. St. Columcille’s Hospital is committed to providing a quality, patient focused service in a way that meets all patient needs in an equitable, efficient and safe manner. We acknowledge the contribution of each member of staff and aim to encourage and support them in their on-going professional development. Services include a 7/7 Local Injury Unit, 7/7 Medical Assessment Unit, 113 medical inpatient beds incorporating Stroke & Ortho Rehab Units, Endoscopy, a 5/7 Day Surgery Unit, an Outpatient Department, Radiology and diagnostic services including CT, DEXA, US, VFL and FEES. St. Columcille’s Hospital acts as a hub and spoke model for integrated care. The National Centre for Obesity Management and the National Gender Service are located on site. The National Gender Service provides a holistic approach to gender care. It is the national adult service providing care to residents in the Republic of Ireland. The multidisciplinary model of care incorporates a holistic assessment pathway and individualised care pathways. These pathways include initiation and monitoring of gender affirming hormone replacement therapy and referral for gender affirming surgery, as well as multi-disciplinary therapeutic input. Details on the service can be found on our website www.nationalgenderserviceireland.com . Successful candidates must demonstrate a proven track - record in their clinical practice and interest in the area of gender affirming healthcare. Our team includes the following multidisciplinary members; Other requirements specific to the post · Voice therapy training programs or ASD specific training or mental health specific training · Have access to transport to attend meetings and clinics off site. Skills, competencies and/or knowledge · Demonstrate sufficient command of the English language to effectively carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role. · Demonstrate sufficient clinical knowledge and evidence based practice to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role. · Demonstrate an ability to apply knowledge to evidence based practice. · Demonstrate the ability to plan and deliver care in an effective and resourceful manner. · Demonstrate an ability to manage and develop self and others in a busy working environment. · Demonstrate the ability to effectively evaluate information and make appropriate decisions. · Demonstrate a commitment to assuring high standards and strive for a user centred service. · Demonstrate effective team skills. · Display effective communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate with colleagues, families, carers, etc. · Display awareness and appreciation of the service user and the ability to empathise with and treat service users / others with dignity and respect · Demonstrate flexibility and openness to change. · Demonstrate ability to utilise supervision effectively. · Demonstrate a willingness to develop IT skills relevant to the role. · Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development. Campaign Specific Selection Process Ranking/Shortlisting / Interview A ranking and or shortlisting exercise may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application form. The criteria for ranking and or shortlisting are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification. Therefore it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirements. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not progressing to the next stage of the selection process. Those successful at the ranking stage of this process, where applied, will be placed on an order of merit and will be called to interview in ‘bands’ depending on the service needs of the organisation. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion The HSE is an equal opportunities employer. Employees of the HSE bring a range of skills, talents, diverse thinking and experience to the organisation. The HSE believes passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to its success – we aim to develop the workforce of the HSE so that it reflects the diversity of HSE service users and to strengthen it through accommodating and valuing different perspectives. Ultimately this will result in improved service user and employee experience. The HSE is committed to creating a positive working environment whereby all employees inclusive of age, civil status, disability, ethnicity and race, family status, gender, membership of the Traveller community, religion and sexual orientation are respected, valued and can reach their full potential. The HSE aims to achieve this through development of an organisational culture where injustice, bias and discrimination are not tolerated. The HSE welcomes people with diverse backgrounds and offers a range of supports and resources to staff, such as those who require a reasonable accommodation at work because of a disability or long-term health condition. Read more about the HSE’s commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Code of Practice The Health Service Executive will run this campaign in compliance with the Code of Practice prepared by the Commission for Public Service Appointments (CPSA). The CPSA is responsible for establishing the principles to be followed when making an appointment. These are set out in the CPSA Code of Practice. The Code outlines the standards to be adhered to at each stage of the selection process and sets out the review and appeal mechanisms open to candidates should they be unhappy with a selection process. Read the CPSA Code of Practice . The reform programme outlined for the health services may impact on this role, and as structures change the Job Specification may be reviewed. This Job Specification is a guide to the general range of duties assigned to the post holder. It is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive and is subject to periodic review with the employee concerned. Speech & Language Therapist, Senior (Gender) Teiripeoir Urlabhra & Teanga, Sinsearach (Inscne) Terms and Conditions of Employment Tenure The current vacancy available is permanent and whole time. The post is pensionable. A panel may be created from which permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration may be filled. The tenure of these posts will be indicated at “expression of interest” stage. Appointment as an employee of the Health Service Executive is governed by the Health Act 2004 and the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004 and Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Amendment Act 2013. Working Week The standard weekly working hours of attendance for your grade are 35 hours per week. Your normal weekly working hours are 35 hours. Contracted hours that are less than the standard weekly working hours for your grade will be paid pro rata to the full time equivalent. You are required to work agreed roster/on-call arrangements advised by your Reporting Manager. Your contracted hours are liable to change between the hours of 8.00am and 8.00pm over seven days to meet the requirements for extended day services in accordance with the terms of collective agreements and HSE Circulars. Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the post will be confirmed at Contracting stage. Superannuation This is a pensionable position with the HSE. The successful candidate will upon appointment become a member of the appropriate pension scheme. Pension scheme membership will be notified within the contract of employment. Members of pre-existing pension schemes who transferred to the HSE on the 01st January 2005 pursuant to Section 60 of the Health Act 2004 are entitled to superannuation benefit terms under the HSE Scheme which are no less favourable to those which they were entitled to at 31st December 2004 Age The Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act, 2018* set 70 years as the compulsory retirement age for public servants. * Public Servants not affected by this legislation: Public servants joining the public service or re-joining the public service with a 26 week break in service, between 1 April 2004 and 31 December 2012 (new entrants) have no compulsory retirement age. Public servants, joining the public service or re-joining the public service after a 26 week break, after 1 January 2013 are members of the Single Pension Scheme and have a compulsory retirement age of 70. Probation Every appointment of a person who is not already a permanent officer of the Health Service Executive or of a Local Authority shall be subject to a probationary period of 12 months as stipulated in the Department of Health Circular No.10/71. Protection of Children Guidance and Legislation The welfare and protection of children is the responsibility of all HSE staff. You must be aware of and understand your specific responsibilities under the Children First Act 2015, the Protections for Persons Reporting Child Abuse Act 1998 in accordance with Section 2, Children First National Guidance and other relevant child safeguarding legislation and policies. Some staff have additional responsibilities such as Line Managers, Designated Officers and Mandated Persons. You should check if you are a Designated Officer and / or a Mandated Person and be familiar with the related roles and legal responsibilities. Visit HSE Children First for further information, guidance and resources. Infection Control Have a working knowledge of Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc. and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. Health & Safety It is the responsibility of line managers to ensure that the management of safety, health and welfare is successfully integrated into all activities undertaken within their area of responsibility, so far as is reasonably practicable. Line managers are named and roles and responsibilities detailed in the relevant Site Specific Safety Statement (SSSS). Key responsibilities include: • Developing a SSSS for the department/service[1], as applicable, based on the identification of hazards and the assessment of risks, and reviewing/updating same on a regular basis (at least annually) and in the event of any significant change in the work activity or place of work. • Ensuring that Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) is integrated into day-to-day business, providing Systems Of Work (SOW) that are planned, organised, performed, maintained, and revised as appropriate, and ensuring that all safety related records are maintained and available for inspection. • Consulting and communicating with staff and safety representatives on OSH matters. • Ensuring a training needs assessment (TNA) is undertaken for employees, facilitating their attendance at statutory OSH training, and ensuring records are maintained for each employee. • Ensuring that all incidents occurring within the relevant department/service are appropriately managed and investigated in accordance with HSE procedures[2]. • Seeking advice from health and safety professionals through the National Health and Safety Function Helpdesk as appropriate. • Reviewing the health and safety performance of the ward/department/service and staff through, respectively, local audit and performance achievement meetings for example. Note : Detailed roles and responsibilities of Line Managers are outlined in local SSSS. [1]A template SSSS and guidelines are available on writing your site or service safety statement . 2 Structures and processes for effective incident management and review of incidents.
Retained Firefighter
CHARACTER A Firefighter must be of good character. The County Council may make whatever enquiries it considers necessary to satisfy this condition including Gardaí Síochana vetting. Firefighters must be prepared at all times to act with a keen and responsible approach to both training and such other duties as may be assigned to them. 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. AGE Persons seeking employment as Retained Part-Time Firefighters must be not less than 18 years on the latest date of receipt of completed application forms. A birth certificate must be submitted to the County Council as proof of age, and compliance with the above is required before a person is to be engaged as a recruit. RETIREMENT The normal retiring age is 55 or sooner if found medically unfit to continue in employment as a retained firefighter. However, firefighters who would be physically capable of working beyond the preferred age of 55 have an extended optional period in which to exit the service subject to certain conditions. Such firefighters have the option to continue working for a defined limited period subject to compulsory annual medical assessment measured against agreed standards. The maximum age limit is 62 and no extension will be provided beyond the date of the firefighter’s 62nd birthday. SUPERANNUATION Membership of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme is compulsory for all retained fire service personnel who commenced employment on or after 1 January 2013. He/she will be required to make superannuation contributions based on his/her pensionable earnings as a retained firefighter. The option to avail of the Retained Firefighters Non Pensionable Gratuities Scheme no longer applies to new entrants appointed on or after 1st January, 2013. GENERAL The position is on a retained basis and the employment is part-time. Members are free to resign from the Service should they wish to do so on submission of one month’s notice. HEALTH A firefighter shall be free from any defect, disease, physical or psychological condition, and must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. MEDICAL EXAMINATION Before recruitment, in order that conditions as to health may be ascertained, a candidate shall undergo such medical examination (which may include x-ray and/or other special tests) as the County Council consider necessary. The medical examiners will be nominated by the County Council. The candidate must comply, at his/her own expense, with such remedial requirements as the County Council consider necessary. A firefighter shall: At any time, if requested by the County Council, undergo such medical examination(s) by medical examiner(s) as nominated by the County Council, and Attend medical examinations as requested as per the requirements of the ‘Occupational Health Scheme for Members of the Retained Fire Service’ issued by the Local Government Management Board (now LGMA) to all Fire Authorities. Payment of medical examiner(s) fees may be made by the County Council in its absolute discretion for the above examinations. The firefighter must comply, at his/her own expense, with such remedial requirements as the County Council considers necessary. Retention as a firefighter will depend upon receipt of satisfactory reports by medical examiner(s) and to the general condition above as to health. An operational firefighter must maintain a good level of physical fitness and shall partake in the Occupational Health Scheme as detailed in the "Retained Firefighter's Agreement with Local Government's Management Services Board on revised pay and conditions of Employment - 1999". EDUCATION A candidate must have attained a suitable level of education to enable him/her to undergo successfully the appropriate training, and to perform satisfactorily as a firefighter. PROBATION From the date of commencement as a recruit firefighter, there shall be a period of one year during which the recruit firefighter shall be on probation. Such period of one year may be extended at the absolute discretion of the County Council. The recruit shall not become an operational firefighter at the end of the period of probation unless the County Council is satisfied that the firefighter has been satisfactory in all respects. TRAINING During the probationary period a recruit shall attend and pass: Retained Firefighter Recruits course, Breathing Apparatus Initial Wearers’ course, and Any other course that the County Council may deem necessary. Failure to successfully complete such courses will terminate the recruit firefighter's employment. In the event of a person being unsuccessful in the initial recruit course for any reason other than a medical condition (confirmed by the Fire Service Occupational Health practitioner) that prevented the person from successfully completing the course, Tipperary Fire & Rescue Service will not afford an opportunity to repeat the course to that individual. Personnel who do not successfully complete a Breathing Apparatus Initial Wearers Course within the 12-month Probationary Period may be given a second chance and afforded an opportunity to repeat the course. This is dependent on the report from the Course Director as to the mitigating circumstances that prevented the individual from successfully completing the first course. Repeat opportunities for Breathing Apparatus Initial Wearers Course will be considered on a case by case basis and should not be considered an automatic right upon failing to successfully complete the first course. Where a repeat opportunity is made available, an extension of the Probationary Period may be necessary. No further opportunities will be given to persons failing to successfully complete the second course where such an opportunity has been provided. DRIVERS LICENCE On appointment a recruit firefighter shall possess a current full category B licence or if a holder of a provisional category B licence he/she shall obtain a full category B licence within a maximum of 6 months from date of appointment. Ideally he/she shall possess a category class C licence. All firefighters, on appointment, will be expected to procure and maintain a Class C licence in accordance with Tipperary Fire & Rescue Service’s Driving Policy. He/she will co-operate fully with all Advanced Driver Training and associated assessments/re-assessments conducted by County Council or any agents acting on their behalf. He/she will cooperate fully with all additional driver training required to obtain licencing categories other than B and C as may be required for fire service duties. DRILLS/TRAINING A firefighter shall attend and participate in regular drills (not less than 85%) in their respective stations and shall undergo from time to time, courses and further training as required or deemed appropriate by the County Council. The location(s) of the training shall be decided by the County Council and adequate advance notice shall be given to firefighters. Drill Training shall be held at such frequency as decided by the County Council and in accordance with the Tipperary Fire & Rescue Services Training Programme and in accordance with appropriate National Syllabus and Guidance. A firefighter shall be provided with a minimum of 100 hours training per annum comprising of at least 80 hours of regular scheduled training night/drill activities and 20 hours of block release as per "Retained Firefighter's Agreement with Local Government's Management Services Board on revised pay and conditions of Employment - 1999". He/she will co-operate with any new training regimes for fire-fighters/fire officers including out of station, mid-week or weekend training as decided by Chief Fire Officer. The level of training to be successfully undertaken by a firefighter shall be such as to enable him to carry out competently and effectively, the various operations required in the Fire Service, including the operation of communications systems, driving appliances and vehicles, and the operation of pumps, lifts, ladders, rescue and emergency equipment, hydrant testing, etc., and such other matters and requirements as may arise from time to time. A firefighter shall be expected to acquire a level of training and knowledge as to enable him to interchange with and act as substitute for all personnel at an equivalent rank in the Fire Service of the County Council. The County Council has discretion to act-up a firefighter to an officer position if it is required. RESIDENCE A firefighter must reside and work within a reasonable proximity to the fire station (this is set as being within an average of 8 minutes travel time of the relevant fire station). On receipt of a fire or other emergency call they should be in attendance at the station within an average of four minutes. In the event of a firefighter changing his/her address or his/her place of employment, written notification of this shall be forwarded by the firefighter to the Chief Fire Officer. The firefighter’s position will then be reassessed in the light of his/her availability for service as a retained firefighter and if it is the opinion of the County Council that his degree of availability is not compatible with services as a firefighter, his/her employment may be terminated. AVAILABILITY Written evidence from the employer as to availability must be provided and the County Council in its sole discretion, shall decide as to whether the availability as so evidenced is acceptable; self-employed must also provide written evidence as to availability. Such written evidence must cover a candidate’s availability for initial training and for fire and other calls, drills, training and such other duties which the firefighter may be required by the County Council to perform. Personnel on changing employment or if unemployed on entry shall be required to provide a letter of consent from their new employer. Should a member be unable to obtain confirmation of release from their employer, the County Council reserves the right to terminate the employment of the member. If the County Council deems a firefighter’s attendance to be unsatisfactory, it may terminate the firefighter’s service. DUTIES A firefighter, as and when required, shall perform such duties as are assigned to him/her from time to time and without prejudice to the generality of this requirement, a firefighter, as and when required by the County Council, shall perform watchroom duties, driving duties and the operation of pumps, lifts, hoists, ladders and means of escape, rescue equipment, hydrant testing etc. and other duties as directed by an authorised officer of the County Council either verbally or in writing. ATTENDANCE AT DRILLS AND FIRE/EMERGENCY CALL OUTS In the case of fire/emergency call outs, the firefighter shall attend within the “maximum attendance time” which shall be set for each station by the Chief Fire Officer. The “turnout time” and “maximum attendance time” shall be set in accordance with “Retained Firefighter’s Agreement with Local Government’s Management Services Board on revised pay and conditions of employment - 1999”. There is a liability on firefighters to attend calls. This is the basis on which a retainer is paid. The onus of arranging to receive a call out alarm shall rest with members. A pager/alerter whose care & battery condition is the responsibility of the firefighter is issued to each firefighter to enable him/her receive notification of emergency calls. Where the Chief Fire Officer considers that a firefighter is not fulfilling the above attendance standards which he/she considers reasonable in all of the circumstances, the Chief Fire Officer will have the right to withhold the retainer payment as follows: Any further failure to meet the above attendance standards may be dealt with through disciplinary procedures. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) Appropriate PPE is issued to each firefighter upon successful completion of all relevant training in accordance with Tipperary Fire & Rescue Service’s PPE Policy. In addition each member receives an annual clothing allowance which is subject to periodic review. REMUNERATION a) Rates of payment will be in accordance with scales approved from time to time, and will consist of retaining fees and fees for attendance at fires and training, b) Members shall be required, except during sick leave of normal employment, to attend not less than 85% of all drill training, and 100% of all incidents for which they are on ‘first call’ in each quarter year, in order to qualify for receipt of retaining fee and clothing allowance. Possible Average Annual Earnings €25,000 to €30,000
Deli Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Responsible for the preparation of high quality hot and cold deli products and for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. The ideal candidate will have/be: