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Overview You’ll be at the core of Screwfix, making sure our customers are the heart of everything we do. You’ll take your time to really get to know them whilst delivering genuinely great service. Our Retail Assistants are vital to the running of a store, so you’ll always be kept busy. And with the help of our excellent training programmes and varied shift patterns to support a healthy work life balance, you’ll be on the right track for a promising career with us! Hours to be worked flexibly across Monday to Sunday on a rota basis, with early mornings and late evenings included Opening Hours: Monday - Friday (7am to 8pm) Saturday (7am to 6pm) Sunday (10am to 6pm) Key responsibilities WHAT’S IT LIKE TO BE A RETAIL ASSISTANT?
Cleaning Operator
Location : Donegal town Job Type : Part- time Hourly Rate : € 14.80 per hour Start Date: Immediately Days Required : Saturday & Sunday Hours : 11am to 1pm About Us and the Role Established in 1959, we are proud to be a family-run business operating in Ireland, the UK and USA. Grosvenor has worked to become a Trusted Partner of Choice for both our private and public sector clients. We are seeking a reliable Cleaning operator to join our team in Donegal. This part-time position is ideal for individuals who take pride in maintaining a clean environment and enjoy working professionally. The role will be available starting immediately. Grosvenor Services No individual will be employed by Grosvenor Services unless they can provide original documents that prove their nationality and eligibility to work in Ireland or UK. This applies to all job applicants. Key Responsibilities
Ad hoc Radiographer's Assistant
Alliance Medical are currently recruiting an Ad Hoc Radiographer's Assistant to join our radiology team based in Tralee. This is a great opportunity to be part of a high performing, compassionate team providing vital diagnostic imaging services for patients.
Domestic Assistant
Applications are invited for the position of Domestic Assistant in Esker Rí Nursing Home - Co.Offaly. This is a fantastic opportunity for the successful candidate to further their career with one of Ireland's leading private nursing home operators. About Us: Evergreen Care is a healthcare organisation providing long- and short-term residential care and services. Although our primary focus is older person care, we also cater to other people who are in need of residential care. In December 2020, Evergreen Care welcomed a new management structure and currently operates twelve Nursing Homes nationwide. We offer a fresh perspective in nursing home care in the heart of Ireland communities. Each of our homes focus on creating a kind, caring and happy community for every resident in our care To deliver our level of excellence in care, we need amazing people. From managers, nurses, and carers to administration, housekeeping and catering, each person plays a vital role in our Evergreen Care community. It’s not just their specialist skills, experience and extraordinary commitment that makes our people special but also their kind and compassionate nature. More than a job, a career with Evergreen Care means you become part of a special community where you can make a real difference to the lives of our residents every day. Position is subject to Garda vetting and reference checks. Esker Rí Nursing Home is an equal opportunities employer. The position is being offered on a part-time basis. Experience in a similar role and knowledge of HACCP is preferable. Training will be provided for the successful candidate. The ideal candidate will have good organisation skills and ability to work on their own initiative. High standards of cleanliness and infection control are a priority for the home, so a keen awareness of their importance is essential. The candidate must be fully fluent in English at a conversational level and have full flexibility to work during the week, including shifts from Monday to Sunday. About the role Duties include: • Daily cleaning of general areas and residents’ rooms. • Proper use and storage of cleaning equipment and cleaning solutions. • Taking delivery of goods and storing them. Why Choose Us:
Relief Pharmacy Managers
Position: Relief Pharmacy Managers (Full-Time/Part-Time Permanent opportunities available) Based in various locations throughout Northern Ireland Gordons Chemists is Northern Ireland’s largest Independent Pharmacy Chain, with 55 stores throughout Northern Ireland. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified pharmacist or those seeking to develop their career further to join a well-established leading Pharmacy Chain, working with experienced teams within busy dispensary and retail environments. Essential Requirements: We reserve the right to amend criteria in order to facilitate shortlisting Locations: Positions are based in various locations across Northern Ireland. The successful applicant will routinely work in a number of stores in a geographical area, however must be flexible to work outside this area if required. Other Information: This is a permanent position suitable for those seeking either Full Time or Part Time hours. Applicants must be available to work Monday to Saturday as required as per Pharmacy rota. The successful candidate will receive a highly competitive salary and benefits package including: pension, PSNI paid fees, 25 days holiday plus statutory days and 20% staff discount.
School Transport Escort
In accordance with Department of Education & Skills guidelines regarding the revision of pay for all staff paid directly by a recognised school or ETB the following are the revised hourly rates for School Bus Escorts. Hourly Rate The hourly rate effective from 1st August 2025 is €15.66. Holiday Pay Holiday pay will continue to be paid at 8%. RESPONSIBILITIES OF AN ESCORT • Must ensure that they are on the bus at time of first pick-up and last set down. • Are responsible for the safety of children when opening and closing doors prior to ‘stop’ and ‘move off.’ • Assisting children to board and alight safely from the school bus. • Making sure all children are seated with appropriate straps, harnesses where provided. • Ensure that each pupil is received by some responsible person at the set down point. DUTIES OF AN ESCORT • Supervision of children travelling on bus. • Maintain a good working relationship with the driver of the bus. • Act as liaison between Principal and/or Class Teacher and parents when required i.e. conveyance of messages and letter to parents. • Observe confidentiality in all aspects of work. • Be aware of particular disabilities of children on the bus and be briefed by the principal on how to deal with same, e.g. epilepsy etc. • Perform any other duties relevant to the position of escort which may be assigned by the principal from time to time. • Unless under exceptional circumstances, the escort should never leave the bus. • The escort’s position on the bus should be where maximum control of children is achieved i.e. at back of bus. • Report all concerns to the principal and/or Class Teacher.
Clerical Officer
DESCRIPTION The role of the Clerical Officer will be multifunctional and will vary to cover areas such as: The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union along with Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway. Swiss citizens under EU agreements may also apply. WORK REFERENCES Work references will be requested by the ETB from nominated referees prior to appointment. GARDA VETTING Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Garda Vetting. DURATION Appointment terms and conditions will be as per Department of Education Guidelines. SALARY SCALE The pay scale applicable to the post will be €15,809.50 to €24,462.50 as per Department of Education Circular Letter CL 0007/2026. As per DE guidelines, new appointees entering this grade for the first time will start at the minimum point of the scale. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy.
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 Garda Síochána 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 1 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: (1) 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 (2) 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: (1) Retained Firefighter Recruits course, (2) Breathing Apparatus Initial Wearers’ course, and (3) 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 firefighters/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.
Retained Firefighter
QUALIFICATIONS 1. CHARACTER Each candidate shall be of good character. 2. HEALTH Each candidate shall be in a state of health as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. 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. 4. DRIVING LICENCE Applicants must, on the latest date for receipt of application forms, hold a current, unendorsed full Class B driving licence and have satisfactory experience of driving. Possession of a Class C Driving Licence would be an advantage. 5. AGE Each candidate must be at least 18 years of age on the closing date for receipt of application forms. Retirement age for Retained Firefighters is 55 years of age (up to 62 years of age subject to conditions). 6. EDUCATION AND TRAINING Each applicant must: (i) Satisfy the Local Authority that they have attained a standard in general education such as would enable them to perform satisfactorily the duties specified and, in particular, to keep efficiently all records pertaining to the post. (ii) Have a high standard of physical fitness to enable them to successfully undergo the appropriate training and to perform satisfactorily as a Firefighter. COMPETENCIES FOR THE POST Candidates for the post must demonstrate that they have competency and skills in the following areas. Application forms should include practical examples which demonstrates these competencies. Interviews will be competency based and marks will be awarded under these skill sets. Communication and Interpersonal Skills • Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills including skills in multi-disciplinary working and the ability to collaborate with colleagues. Teamwork / Working with Others • Demonstrates a clear understanding of teamwork and group dynamics. • Contributes fully to the team effort. • Plays an integral part in the smooth running of teams without necessarily taking the lead. Adaptability / Flexibility • Adjusts to changing environments whilst maintaining effectiveness. • Modifies their approach to achieve a goal. • Open to change and new information. • Rapidly adapts to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles. Relevant Knowledge / Organisational Awareness • Demonstrates an understanding and knowledge of the Local Government services and structure including the Retained Fire Service. • Demonstrates an awareness of the operational abilities of Sligo Fire Service and the demands placed on members of the Retained Fire Service. • Demonstrates an understanding and knowledge of organisational policies and procedures (including Health and Safety) and the ability to conform with same. PARTICULARS AND DUTIES OF EMPLOYMENT The following particulars and duties of employment shall apply to the position of Retained Firefighters in addition to the Terms of Engagement for Retained Fire Service Personnel as issued by Sligo County Council. 1. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT The position is permanent and part-time. Fire Station – Sligo Fire Station The person appointed shall reside and work within a 0.75 mile radius (and within 5 minutes) of the Fire Station to enable them to function effectively as a Retained Firefighter. On receipt of a fire or other emergency call, the Retained Firefighter must be in attendance at Sligo Fire Station within 5 minutes of receipt of the call. Ballymote / Enniscrone / Tubbercurry Fire Stations The person appointed shall reside and work within a 1.5 mile radius (and within 5 minutes) of the respective Fire Station to enable them to function effectively as a Retained Firefighter. On receipt of a fire or other emergency call, the Retained Firefighter must be in attendance at the Fire Station within 5 minutes of receipt of the call. All Retained Firefighters will be required to be available and attend alerts on a week-on / week-off basis (exclusive of holidays). Across the period where a Retained Firefighter is rostered-off, they can, if they so wish, attend incidents on the provision that they have informed the Station Officer / Sub Station Officer of their availability. In the event of occasional, unavoidable absence of a rostered member for part of their week on duty, it is the responsibility of that member to arrange cover for the period of their absence with an available (off duty) member. This agreement has to be notified and agreed with the Station Officer or Sub-Station Officer in advance. This is to guarantee that the Station Officer is in a position to ensure that the minimum manning levels for the station are met before any cover arrangement can be approved. 2. RATE OF REMUNERATION A Retained Firefighter shall be paid at the appropriate approved national rates of Fire and Drill fees and Retainer fees. Current Rates of Remuneration (a) Annual Retainer for Firefighter a. On recruitment €16,190 b. 2 – 4 years €17,192 c. 5 – 7 years €18,428 d. 8 years + €19,555 (b) Fees for Attendance at Fires Day Fire – First Hour or Part of an Hour €51.04 Day Fire – Per Hour Thereafter €25.52 (Day fires 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Mon – Fri) Night Fire – First Hour or Part of an Hour €102.08 Night Fire – Per Hour Thereafter €51.04 (Night fires 8:00 p.m. – 8:00 a.m.) Weekend and public holiday fires are paid for at the same rate as night fires. (c) Fees for Attendance at Drill Nights €51.04 The above fees shall be reduced by the amount of such statutory deductions as may apply from time to time. Holders of the position will be required to pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their position or in respect of any services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. 3. SUPERANNUATION Persons who are pensionable under the Single Public Sector Pension Scheme, contributions in respect of superannuation shall be deducted at a rate of 3% of pensionable remuneration plus 3½% 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 dependent or qualified children). 4. RETIREMENT AGE The normal retirement age is 55. On reaching 55 years of age or sooner, if found to be medically unfit, you shall cease to be a Retained Firefighter. The maximum age limit of 55 years may be lowered by the County Council should the normal age for retirement in employment generally be lowered and, in such case, the age lower than 55 years shall apply. Retained Firefighters who would be physically capable of working beyond age 55 have the option to continue working for a defined limited period subject to compulsory medical assessment, on an annual basis. The extended optional period would be to age 62. No Retained Firefighter shall be employed beyond age 62. 5. MEDICAL For the purpose of satisfying the requirements as to health, it will be necessary for the successful candidate, before appointment, to undergo at their expense a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner nominated by the local authority. On taking up appointment, the expense of the medical examination will be refunded. In addition, all Retained Fire Services Personnel must: (a) Participate in the Occupational Health Scheme for members of the Retained Service; (b) At any time, if requested by the Council, undergo such medical examination(s) by medical examiner(s) as nominated by the Council. Such examinations will be carried out at the Council’s expense. Any defects discovered will not be remedied at Sligo County Council’s expense. Retention as a member of the Retained Fire Services will depend upon receipt of satisfactory medical reports. All Retained Fire Services Personnel must maintain a good level of physical fitness through regular strenuous exercise. A Return to Work Medical may be required depending on the nature of sick leave. 6. PROBATION There shall be a period of twelve months probation from the date of commencement. This period may be extended at the discretion of the Chief Executive. Employment will cease unless service is certified as satisfactory. During this period, the Firefighter must successfully complete a two-week Breathing Apparatus Wearer’s Course. Failure to do so will result in termination. Termination may occur during or at the end of probation in accordance with Sligo County Council’s Grievance and Disciplinary Procedure and the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Act 1973–2001. 7. TRAINING A Firefighter shall attend drills and undergo training as required by the Council. A minimum of 96 hours training per annum will be provided. Firefighters must acquire sufficient training to operate communications systems, appliances, vehicles, pumps, rescue equipment, hydrants, and other emergency equipment. All Firefighters must be qualified Breathing Apparatus Wearers and complete a refresher course every two years.
Retained Firefighter
The role of the firefighter is: • To save life and preserve endangered life. • Protection of property from damage by fire and from firefighting measures. • To render humanitarian services. • To inform and educate your community to improve awareness of safety. A firefighter must be: • at least 18 years of age on appointment • physically fit and agile with good stamina • able to work in hazardous conditions for long periods, including at heights and in confined spaces • mechanically adept with good dexterity and co-ordination • trustworthy, honest, dependable and generally of good character (see Garda Clearance) • self-reliant and self-assured with a keen sense of discipline • able to contribute to, and work within a team • able to understand and memorise technical information • able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing Health and Safety Health and Safety forms a key part in the role of every firefighter. i. It shall be the duty of every firefighter while at work: (a) to take reasonable care for his/her own safety, health and welfare and that of any other person who may be affected by his/her acts or omissions while at work; (b) to co-operate with his/her employer and any other person to such extent as will enable his/her employer or the other person to comply with any of the relevant statutory provisions; (c) to use in such manner so as to provide the protection intended, any suitable appliance, protective clothing, convenience, equipment or other means or thing provided (whether for his/her use alone or for use by him/her in common with others) for securing his/her safety, health or welfare while at work; and (d) to report to his/her employer or his/her immediate superior, without unreasonable delay, any defects in plant, equipment, place of work or system of work, which might endanger safety, health or welfare, of which he/she becomes aware. ii. No person shall intentionally or recklessly interfere with or misuse any appliance, protective clothing, convenience, equipment, item or other means provided in pursuance of any of the relevant statutory provisions or otherwise, for securing the safety, health or welfare of persons arising out of work activities. 4.0 Garda Clearance The Service is in a position of trust with the public and has a duty to protect them. If you have a record of an offence, this will not necessarily disqualify you as all applications are considered strictly on their merit. However, you are required to declare any offence for which you have been convicted. You are advised to declare any charges that are pending; a subsequent conviction could lead to you being discharged from the Service. If you fail to disclose information when required to do so, this will render your application void and if you have been employed may result in termination of employment. A Garda clearance check will be carried out prior to your appointment to the Service. Should you be charged with an offence between the date of the application or appointment you must notify the Service in writing, as this may affect your employment in the Service. 5.0 Training Retained Firefighters are required to attend and pass a three-week initial training course. To complete this training, each recruit will be required to attend a training centre selected by the Chief Fire Officer. The main purpose is to teach practical Firefighting skills incorporating search and rescue, and the safe use of equipment such as ladders, pumps and hose. This is followed by two weeks Breathing Apparatus training at a later stage. Failure to satisfactorily complete these training courses will demonstrate a lack of suitability for the position of Retained Firefighter and may result in termination of employment. On completion of the initial training, the recruit firefighter is required to undertake a recruit induction and development program over a specified period of time designed to equip them with the necessary skills in performing the duties assigned to them by the Chief Fire Officer. This will involve an ongoing requirement to attend and pass subsequent training and refresher training courses. Each Retained Firefighter is also required to attend a weekly 2 hour drill night and a 3 day block training course typically held in the Spring. Attendance at training is mandatory. This may result in absences from your current employment/career. Qualifications and Particulars of Employment 1. CHARACTER: A candidate must be of good character and will be required to submit a certificate of character from two responsible citizens who are not related to him/her. 2. AGE: Candidates shall be over the age of 18 years at the date of appointment. The normal retirement age is 55 years. 3. HEALTH: Candidates must: (a) Be free from any defect or disease which would render him/her unsuitable for duty with the Brigade and be in a state of health as determined by the Council’s Medical Adviser, such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. (b) Before being accepted for appointment a candidate will be required to pass a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner nominated by Waterford City & County Council; and as a condition of retention of the appointment, to pass further such medical examinations at specified intervals. Successful candidates to the position will be required to co-operate with the National Occupational Health System for Retained Firefighters. 4. EDUCATIONAL STANDARD: Each candidate must have obtained at least Grade D (or a pass) in five subjects, including Mathematics and English, from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Junior Certificate Examination or in an examination of at least equivalent standard. 5. DRIVING LICENCE: A candidate must, at the date of application, be the holder of an unendorsed Class ‘B’ Driving Licence or a provisional Class ‘B’ Driving Licence. On appointment and after an interval decided by the Chief Fire Officer, Firefighters will be required to obtain a HGV licence to enable them to drive Fire Appliances. 6. ANNUAL LEAVE Four weeks annual leave per annum (28 days). Payment for annual leave is 8% of earnings. These earnings will be calculated based on the previous year’s earnings excluding the retainer, clothing allowance and payment for annual leave and public holiday leave in the previous year. The payment for annual leave will be made when employees take annual leave as part of the fortnightly pay cycle. 7. REFERENCES Each applicant is required to submit as references the names, address, e-mail addresses and contact number of two responsible persons to whom he/she is well known but not related and of which at least one must be a previous employer. Any offer of employment will be subject to both references being of a satisfactory standard. In the event an unsatisfactory reference is received, Waterford City & County Council reserves the right not to proceed with the offer of employment. 8. PARTICULARS (including duties): i. A person appointed must reside and, if in employment, work within a reasonable distance of their appointed Fire Station which will allow him/her respond within the turnout time set by the Chief Fire Officer. Any changes to address or employment after appointment to the position must be notified in writing to the Chief Fire Officer. ii. Turnout Time – All applicants must have the ability to present at the Fire Station within the specified minutes outlined for that Fire Station upon a call being sent to their pager, which the fire fighter carries when providing cover. 5 MINUTE TURNOUT TIME Dungarvan Ardmore Lismore Kilmacthomas Cappoquin 8 MINUTE TURNOUT TIME Portlaw Tallow Dunmore East Tramore Waterford City iii. Payment in respect of attendance at incidents shall be in accordance with the WRC Agreement for Retained Firefighters 2023. iv. Attendance and payment in the case of fire drills shall be in accordance with the WRC Agreement for Retained Firefighters 2023. v. A successful candidate will be employed by Waterford City & County Council as Retained Firefighter for fire-fighting and special service duties. vi. Retained Firefighters are required to fulfil the availability scheme arrangement and be available in accordance therewith for fires and other incidents. vii. Retained Firefighters must carry a Fire Service pocket alerter at all times (when on duty) and must ensure that it is in proper working order. The onus of arranging to receive the call out alarm rests with the Retained Firefighter. Rostering and availability scheme arrangements are subject to alteration from time to time according to need, or in interest of efficiency. viii. A successful candidate will be required to attend and pass a Recruit Training Course before taking up appointment; also to attend and qualify at a Breathing Apparatus Course and attend such other training courses as may be required. He/she must attend weekly training sessions at the Fire Station and participate in all relevant training programmes. ix. A person appointed will be required to undertake a course of training in heavy vehicle driving and qualify as a Category C Driver. x. The duties of the employment will include such other duties appropriate to the employment assigned from time to time by the Chief Fire Officer, or other Officer deputising for him, or any Officer of the Brigade duly designated for the purpose; and, in particular, to carry out, or assist at, the cleaning, testing or repair of any equipment. xi. A person appointed will be required to conform to all staff policies operating in Waterford City & County Council. If at any time his/her availability is adversely affected by change of work, or any other cause, he/she shall be required to resign his/her appointment. xii. Firefighters will be offered the opportunity to take part in Community Fire Safety projects such as school visits, community group talks, smoke alarm campaigns etc. xiii. Candidates who are in employment should inform their employers of their candidature and the requirements of this appointment. Such candidates will be required to produce at the interview employer's statement that they will be released to attend Fire Service Calls and fulfil training when required. 9. PROBATION: Initial appointment will be for a probationary period of Twelve months. The person appointed will cease to hold the appointment at the end of the probationary period unless the Chief Fire Officer certifies that he/she has complied with the requirements for appointment and is otherwise satisfactory. 10. REMUNERATION, etc: The employment is part-time. Pay Schedule – All Firefighters are on a fortnightly pay schedule with effect from 2025 as per Circular E.L. 03/2023.
