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Salary: Scale 4 and in the range SCP ¬9-13 Currently £26,409 to £28,163 per annum. The starting salary is normally at the base of the salary scale. A higher starting salary may be awarded in exceptional circumstances where the decision to do so can be justified. Pension: Mid and East Antrim Borough Council operates under the NILGOSC pension scheme. For more details on this please visit www.nilgosc.org.uk Hours of Work: Successful candidates will be required to work 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Given the nature of the duties, the post holder may be expected to work outside of these hours at weekends, evenings and public holidays as dictated by the needs of the service. Transport/Mobility: Successful candidates will be required to travel on official duty within the Mid and East Antrim Borough Council area and beyond. Appointees will have access to council vehicles to enable them to meet the requirements of the post in full. Date: July 2025 MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB To be responsible for carrying out a range of horticultural and grounds maintenance service tasks within all Parks & Open Spaces locations identified by the line manager either individually or as part of a team. To ensure effective communication with site users, other members of the team and line management. Assist in the community development of the Parks & Open Spaces Service through initiatives that engage the community within the Borough. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Service Delivery 1.1. Maintain the condition of parks, playing fields and other open spaces including all labour associated with grounds maintenance operations. 1.2. Transport machinery and equipment including a wide range of materials to various locations in execution of laid down programmes of horticultural maintenance work. 1.3. Operate a wide range of powered hand tools and pedestrian powered machinery including grass cutting, hedge cutting, pruning works and disposal of all clippings at designated locations. 1.4. Carry out inspections and cleaning of play parks to the required industry standard and make safe any defects found in play equipment and surfaces and record and report all defects to the Line Manager or other appropriate officer. 1.5. Carry out labour associated with soil cultivation, site preparations, construction, planting and maintenance including assist in design of planting schemes when necessary. 1.6. Carry out a wide range of maintenance works involving marking out, spiking, scarifying, topdressing, fertilising, turf laying, seed sowing, sweeping, sanding and erection and dismantling of posts within the Council’s football, rugby and synthetic sports ground facilities. 1.7. Undertake a range of fine turf works involved in maintaining a high standard development and maintenance throughout Council owned fine turf locations such as golf greens, bowling greens and cricket ground areas. 1.8. Operate/drive a wide range of motorised vehicles and other types of specialised horticultural machinery involved in the day-to-day operations of the Service including vans, tipper vans, Land Rovers, towing trailers, ride-on lawnmowers, forklifts and tractors & tractor operated / mounted machinery, etc. 1.9. Undertake operations involving the use and application of a wide range of pesticides in control of pests, diseases and weeds by the use of Knapsack/CDA/tractor sprayer, granular applicator and ensure compliance in recording of chemical usage in accordance with relevant legislation and identification of a range of pests, diseases and weeds. Carry out environmental risk assessments as part of these duties. 1.10. To carry out skilled horticultural / arboriculture operations after carrying out all necessary risk assessments and maintain a wide range of plants, trees and shrubs. 1.11. To maintain all horticultural tools and machinery in a satisfactory condition including light maintenance, i.e. fitting of spark plugs, blades, setting up and cleaning of equipment. 1.12. Erect and dismantle equipment for events held throughout the Borough including various types of public safety barriers ensuring safety of the general public. 1.13. To assist in the training, instruction and direction of staff and volunteer placements with special consideration to Health & Safety of staff, public and agency workers. 1.14. On occasion the post holder will be required to undertake other relevant duties associated with community events; street maintenance e.g. litter lifting and salting; and cemetery burial operations e.g. manual & mechanical grave digging including shoring, shuttering and backfilling of grave plots. 1.15. Work with the general public in carrying out your daily duties and advise of potential hazards. 2. Quality 2.1. Adhere to and comply with all Council policies and procedures relevant to this role, including arrangements for health & safety & risk management. 3. Performance Improvement 3.1. Participate in the formulation, implementation and evaluation of the Department Business Plan and relevant Service Plans responding to changing trends and citizen needs. 3.2. Achieve high standards of personal performance, through meeting agreed personal targets and undertaking planned programmes of professional development. 3.3. Examine opportunities to gain efficiencies and improve effectiveness including collaborative partnerships, joint working and other innovative approaches to achieve best value in the use of public money. 4. General 4.1. Uphold the Core Values of Mid and East Antrim Borough Council and work to achieve the wider organisational objectives as detailed in the Corporate Plan. 4.2. Participate in the Council’s Performance and Development Review process as detailed in the published scheme. 4.3. Fulfil the legal Health and Safety duties placed on employees by: • taking reasonable care of your own health & safety and that of others who may be affected by what you do or do not do; • Co-operating with the Council on Health & Safety matters; • Ensuring that you use work items provided by the Council correctly and in accordance with the training and instruction received, including personal protective equipment (PPE); • Ensuring that you do not interfere with or misuse anything provided for health, safety, or welfare purposes. 4.4. Contribute to Mid and East Antrim Borough Council in fulfilling all of its commitments in relation to anti-discrimination practices, its Equality Scheme and under the Northern Ireland Act 1998 and the Human Rights Act 1998. 4.5. Comply with all the Council’s policies and procedures. 4.6. Fulfil your legal responsibility* for all records held, created or used as part of Council business whether paper based or electronic, including e-mails. All such records are public records and are accessible to the general public, with limited exceptions, under the Freedom of Information Act 2000, the Environment Regulations 2004 and Data Protection Act 1998. Employees are required to be conversant with the Mid and East Antrim Borough Council procedure on records management and to seek advice if in doubt. * Any subsequent updates will supersede legislation identified within the Job Description 4.7. Maintain high standards of personal accountability. 4.8. Comply with the Code of Conduct for Local Government Employees and the Local Government Employee & Councillor Working Relationship Protocol. 4.9. Perform any other duties commensurate with the grade and level of responsibility of this post, for which the post holder has the necessary experience and/or training. Closing caveat: This job description sets out the main duties of the post as at the date of completion. It is not intended to be rigid and inflexible but should be regarded as providing guidelines within which the post holder is required to work. Other duties of a similar nature and appropriate to the grade may be assigned from time to time by the Head of Service. Duties may vary to meet the changing needs of Mid and East Antrim Borough Council and without changing the general character of the post or the level of responsibility that it entails. Such variations are a common occurrence and cannot of themselves justify a reconsideration of the grading of the post. Qualifications and Experience Applicants must have: · A minimum of Entry Level Essential Skills qualifications in Adult Literacy and Adult Numeracy. · Industrial PA1 & PA6 pesticides spraying certificate AND Be able to demonstrate, by providing personal and specific examples, that they have one year’s experience to include: General A full current driving licence valid in the UK with minimum category ‘B & E’. A vehicle will be provided that enables you to carry out the duties of the post (Consideration will be given to candidates who do not possess Category ‘E’ on the basis that it is obtained within six months of appointment) Knowledge · A sound knowledge of horticulture and grounds maintenance methods Behavioural Competencies (Frontline Level) These competencies are the top 5 competencies the Local Government Competency Framework [i] which have been identified and prioritised for effective performance in this role. 1. How we Provide Leadership and Direction: 1.2 Leadership – Motivates others to achieve their objectives and organisational goals through involvement and providing feedback and support. Provides and supports development to enable effective delivery 2. How we manage ourselves 2.1 Managing Our Own Work– Plans, structures and prioritises own work to achieve optimum results. 3. How we work with others 3.3 Meeting Customer Needs – Establishes the needs of customers and strives to ensure that these are met. 4. How we move forward 4.1 Problem Solving and Decision Making – Gathers information from a range of sources. Analyses information to identify problems and issues. Makes effective decisions and recommendations based on resolution agreement within an environment of trust, mutual respect and co-operation. 4.3 Achieving Results – Takes personal responsibility for making things happen. Shows motivation and perseverance in overcoming obstacles and achieving results. Desirable Criteria Qualifications and Experience · NVQ Level 2 in Horticulture · RPII Level One ‘Outdoor Routine Inspection’ grade and it will be a condition of appointment that the post holder will be required to successfully update the qualification every three years.
Team Member
Costa Coffee requires a Team Member for our store in Tower Centre, Ballymena. 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: -
Family Work Co-ordinator
Bryson Pathways requires: Family Work Coordinator (Ref: E/FWC/L/825) Permanent - 25 hours per week £22,685 per annum Job Purpose: The Family Work Coordinator will manage the Family Team, coordinating and offering services to families with children aged 0 – 3 years of age. The role will be to provide a support service to Tier 2 families with children 0 – 3 yrs, in a sensitive and non-discriminatory manner, offering practical and emotional support to enable families to manage their daily lives with increased confidence and independence. This will be offered to families living within the Lisburn Sure Start catchment area. Essential Criteria: • Level 5 Childcare, Learning and Development • Minimum of 2 years’ experience of working with children or families • Minimum of 1 years’ recent (within the last 5 years) experience of working with families in a family support and / or antenatal and postnatal role • 5 GCSEs including English Language and Maths at Grade C or above • Clean drivers’ licence and access to transport. Application: For more information, or a full job description/person specification, please contact the Human Resources Department Tel: (028) 9084 8494 or email: recruit@brysongroup.org
Communications and Awareness Officer
PERIOD OF APPOINTMENT The post is a permanent, full-time appointment. SALARY Salary will be in the range £37,694 - £38,990 per annum. Starting salary will be the minimum of the scale and pay progression will be as per current NICS pay policy. ANNUAL LEAVE AND PRIVILEGE HOLIDAYS In addition to public and privilege holidays, currently 12 days, the annual leave allowance will be 25 days, rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service. VETTING The successful candidate will be required to satisfy pre-employment checks undertaken by AccessNI in accordance with the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups (NI) Order 2007 (as amended by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012). WORKING PATTERN The role is full-time, 37 hours per week, Monday – Friday. LOCATION The office of the post holder will be located at Seatem House, 28-32 Alfred Street, Belfast, BT2 8EN. The organisation operates a hybrid working policy, which stipulates a minimum of 2 days per week based in the office. The post holder will be office-based until fully trained and can then avail of hybrid working. PURPOSE OF THE ROLE The postholder will play a key role in developing awareness and understanding of VSS. This is a varied role and will include public relations as well as building digital presence through strong multimedia skills for creating visual content. VSS use trauma informed practices in all communication and stakeholder engagement activity. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Stakeholder Engagement The foregoing is a broad range of duties and is not intended to be a complete description of all tasks. It is important to note that additional duties appropriate to the grade may be allocated and the responsibilities may change to meet the evolving needs of VSS. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA Applicants should be aware that after an eligibility sift, shortlisting will be done by carrying out an objective evaluation of the information provided by candidates against the eligibility criteria, so that only those candidates who best demonstrate they meet the criteria will be invited to interview. If an applicant does not provide sufficient detail against each individual criterion, including the details of experience and appropriate dates required to meet the eligibility criteria, the selection panel will reject the application. By the closing date for applications, candidates must demonstrate that they fulfil each of the following essential criteria: A degree level qualification in a communications, media, public relations or marketing related subject AND at least one year’s demonstrable experience in the following areas: OR Three years’ demonstrable experience in the following areas: a) Implementation of an external communication plan and demonstrate delivery across multiple platforms. b) Experience working with both reactive media enquiries and proactive announcements. c) Creating high quality, engaging content for diverse audiences across print and digital platforms using tools such as Canva, Sway and Mailchimp. This includes press releases, reports, corporate publications, web articles, social media graphics, newsletters and multimedia presentations. d) Successfully developing and monitoring digital media channels to include content management sites, social media platforms and digital marketing tools. e) Practical experience developing positive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders and delivery of stakeholder engagement planning. f) Implementation of successful internal communication campaigns. A current Full UK Driving License with access to a car. This will be waived in the case of an applicant whose disability prohibits driving but who is able to organise suitable alternative arrangements. Desirable Criteria In addition, applicants should be aware that after an eligibility sift, should it be necessary to shortlist candidates to go forward to interview, this will be done by applying the following additional criteria: Demonstrable experience in public affairs with knowledge of the political landscape in Northern Ireland. Accredited Membership of a relevant professional body, i.e. communications, media, public relations or marketing. Please Note: Clear evidence should be provided of all the elements of each criterion in the application form, giving specific length of experience, examples and dates. It is not sufficient to simply provide a list of duties and responsibilities. The selection panel will not make assumptions from the title of an applicant’s post or the nature of the organisation as to the skills and experience gained.
Clinical Scientist
Clinical Scientist – NGS – Remote (Job Ref: 25/CSGB) Randox Genomics Services Group require a qualified Clinical Scientist to work with the existing team reporting genomic test results and developing new NGS tests. The person must be registered with HCPC [Health and Care Professions Council UK] as a Clinical Scientist. We have an exciting new career opportunity for a Clinical Scientist within our NGS team. Randox has ISO 15189 accredited genomic sequencing facility at the Randox Clinical Laboratory Services unit at the Randox Science Park in Antrim, UK. This laboratory has an Illumina NovaSeq 6000, NextSeq 2000 and MiSeq sequencers, Tecan Evo robotics with accessory equipment such as thermal cyclers, Tape stations, SeqStudio Genetic analyser. The facility also has an iScan high density array equipment. The unit has a range of staff including senior clinical scientists, laboratory managers, team leaders, NGS scientists and reporting scientists, and a bioinformatics team. Location : Remote, however some travel to our HQ in Antrim, Northern Ireland will be required. Contract Offered : Full-time, permanent Working Hours / Shifts : 8.40am to 5.20pm, Monday to Friday, however some flexibility may be required. The Role: The main purpose of this post is to review and approve clinical interpretative reports, assist in development of new tests, help develop automated reporting systems and assist with other R&D projects. In addition, the person will be expected to provide expert genetic and genomics advice to sales and marketing teams and staff at the Randox Health Clinics. Some of the main duties of the role include: • To ensure strict adherence to all laboratory procedures • To ensure that all work is done in compliance with ISO15189 • To review and approve clinical diagnostic reports for NGS assays and other genetic assays • To assist with data analysis • To assist in the development of new genomic assays • Use of Bioinformatics packages and variant interpretation and reporting software • Deliver presentations on NGS diagnostic tests as required Essential Criteria: • Qualified to Honours degree level in a suitable Life Science discipline with a 2:1 grade or above • To be registered with HCPC as a Clinical Scientist in molecular genetics/genomics or related discipline involving molecular biology • To maintain professional membership of national and international societies such as BSGM, RCPath etc. • Experience in Molecular Diagnostic Testing, sequence variant interpretation and clinical reporting • 3 years’ experience in a clinical diagnostic laboratory or equivalent • Excellent presentation and communication skills • Must have excellent time management, organisational and database skills (Proficient in Microsoft Windows and Office packages) • Ability to work independently • Currently have the right to work in the UK. Desirable • Further qualification MSc or PhD in relevant discipline related to molecular genetics • Experience in clinical interpretative reporting of NGS panel tests for inherited cancer and / or inherited cardiac disorders, clinical exomes or genomes, viral genomes. • Experience in Bioinformatics packages and sequence variant interpretation.
Senior Technical Scientist
Senior Technical Scientist (Job Ref: 25N/STCH) 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 Senior Technical Scientist within our Clinical Laboratory Services team. Location : Randox Science Park (30 Randalstown Road, Antrim, BT41 4LF). Contract Offered : Full-time, permanent Working Hours / Shifts : 8.40am to 5.20pm, Monday to Friday, however some flexibility will be required. What does this role involve? This role is responsible for the conducting of routine clinical diagnostic testing for technical projects. Some of the key duties include: • Routine use of the RCLS Laboratory Information Management System (LIMs). • The performance of various analytical procedures including various manual screening and automated methods covering a wide variety of clinical diagnostic tests. • The preparation and handling of samples and diagnostic reagents and operation of various automated analytical systems. • The accurate maintenance of analytical records, preparation of validation plans, review of analytical data and report writing to gather, evaluate and conclude a result. • The routine maintenance and calibration of analytical instrumentation. • Perform troubleshooting on technical issues. • Review and planning of validation for proposed processes- new, developed or existing related to clinical diagnostic testing. • Assist with the training of staff. • Working to timelines / deadlines as guided by the Technical Manager or Technical Team Leader. • The detailed writing of reports demonstrating rigorous analysis of results. • Preparation and presentation of R&D Design Reviews to Senior Management. • The meeting of targets on established validation projects. • The familiarisation and keeping up to date with current methods and technologies for a given project. Essential criteria: • Qualified to at least bachelors level in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Immunology or a Life Science subject. • HCPC Biomedical Scientist registration • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. • Strong attention to detail and organisational skills. • Experience in validation procedures and relevant project management skills. • Experience in analysis and documentation of large data sets. • Experience in the operation of clinical chemistry, immunoassay or haematology instrumentation. Desirable : • Experience in training staff members. • Experience in the use of project management software. About Randox: An international company operating in over 145 countries that continues to have unparalleled growth, Randox Laboratories was at the centre of the UK’s National COVID Testing Programme throughout the pandemic. In early 2020 Randox recognised the threat from COVID-19 and based on over 40 years of diagnostic experience, quickly developed a test to accurately identify the virus. Testing at scale commenced within weeks to support the UK’s National Testing Programme and private clients alike.
Warehouse Operative (Night Shift)
Warehouse Operative Night Shift (WOPNS26/03) As we seek to develop and grow our business we wish to attract innovative, ambitious and hard-working individuals to consider a career with PRM Group. Responsibilities will include all warehousing tasks, picking, rework assembling, loading and unloading of chilled, ambient and frozen food products to provide a high service level to the customer. Previous experience in a similar role in the food industry, knowledge of food product, storage and rotation and good general education would be beneficial. A Reach Truck Licence would be advantageous. The role will involve lifting cases of product and working in a chilled environment. Hour of work are: Sunday – Thursday 11.00pm – 7.30am. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer
Vehicle Washer
The successful candidate will carry out the cleaning of all vehicles, trailers, both lorries and cars ensuring they are kept to the required standard. The successful applicant must have a clean licence with excellent attention to detail and be reliable and flexible. Hours of work will include Monday - Friday. The successful candidate must also be flexible to work on a Saturday if required. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer
Relief Pharmacist
PERSON The successful candidate will be a registered Pharmacist with an excellent knowledge of the community pharmacy environment. Customer care will be at the forefront of your concern with every patient being treated as an individual. Using your expert knowledge you will assist our customers by recommending and promoting our range of health services. ROLE To ensure the effective and efficient operation of the Pharmacy to maximise dispensing and services, private services, OTC sales and profitablity; To ensure that all staff working within the Pharmacy comply with statutory and/or professional obligations ESSENTIAL CRITERIA Applicants must be a qualified Pharmacist, registered with, or eligible to be registered with the Pharmaceutical Society of Northern Ireland. Previous active involvement in Pharmacy services initiatives such as Smoking Cessation, Minor Ailments and Medicines Use Reviews. Eligible to work in the UK ( Proof Requested). DESIRABLE CRITERIA: Post qualification experience in a community Pharmacy. Previous experience of Medicare's Standard Operating Procedures. LOCATIONS : Greater Belfast HOURS 40 hours per week - Monday - Saturday (depending on rota) Fixed Term and Permanent contracts available MediCare offer a number of flexible options depending on business need.
Stock Control Driver
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 Stock Control Driver within our internal transport team. Location: 44 Largy Road, Crumlin, BT29 4RN Contract Offered: Full time, permanent Working Hours / Shifts: 7.15am to 4.30pm, Monday to Thursday and 7.15am to 12pm on a Friday. What does the Driver role involve? This role is responsible for the transportation of stock between Randox sites and other locations, ensuring the integrity of the material is maintained and all schedules are met. Key duties of the role include: • The transport of any requested item to and from the various Randox sites. • The transport of any item from a Randox Site to a third party location and vice versa. • The transport of all manufactured stock from the various Randox sites into stock coldroom and room temperature storage areas. • The maintenance of any Transport Logs, Goods in or Goods out records required for full traceability of all items being transported. • Ensuring all items are loaded and unloaded in an appropriate fashion to and from their vehicle. • Ensuring that all items are stacked, stored, tied or strapped as necessary within the vehicle, to ensure their safe transport. • Assist in the training of staff. • Assist in stock control or stores activities. Who can apply? Essential criteria: • Full, clean UK Driving Licence. • Flexibility in your availability. • Strong communication skills. • Physically able to load and unload stock into the van (as some heavy lifting may be required). Desirable: • Previous experience in a driver position. • C1 category licence and experience driving a 7.5 tonne vehicle. • Forklift licence
