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Job Overview At Norbrook we are seeking a dedicated Canteen Cook to join our team, preparing high-quality meals for our employees while ensuring the kitchen and canteen operate safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with all regulatory and internal standards. The role requires a strong commitment to food safety, hygiene, and customer service, supporting a culture of excellence and well-being within our workplace. The role also requires flexibility to work across Norbrook sites in line with operational requirements, ensuring consistent service standards and compliance across the business. Main Activities/Tasks Contact : recruitment@norbrook.co.uk
QA Compliance Microbiologist
Job Overview QA Compliance Microbiologist required within our QA Cleanroom Compliance department. You will provide quality oversight to ensure adherence to all aspects of cleanroom behaviours, gowning, aseptic technique, cleaning & disinfection, transfer procedures and facility standards for classified cleanrooms in line with regulatory requirements. You will also support with training, evaluation and continuous improvement projects within our aseptic cleanrooms. Main Activities/Tasks
Gardener / Grounds Person
PURPOSE AND FUNCTION OF THE POST Undertake a range of horticultural, grounds and facility maintenance service tasks within all Parks & Cemeteries locations identified by the line manager either individually or as part of a team, ensuring all areas are well maintained, clean and presentable. To ensure effective communication with site users, other members of the team and line management. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Responsibility for operation of machinery and horticultural equipment including, grass cutting machinery, cultivation & hedge cutting equipment, and sports turf maintenance equipment and operation of such equipment in a safe, secure and proper manner. 2. Act as keyholder for grounds maintenance facilities as required. 3. Cleaning of equipment and work areas as required. 4. Preparation and maintenance of sports facilities including initial setting out, line marking and renovation of same. 5. Undertake grounds maintenance works as required including pedestrian grass cutting, ride-on mowing, hedge cutting, general parks cleansing including litter collection, path cleansing, collection of leaves, pruning, chemical safe storage calibration, recording and weed control, fertilising, planting, maintenance of floral schemes, grass areas, fine turf, play parks including inspections and other horticultural features. 6. As appropriate drive Council vehicles and assist with traffic management signage and lane closures if required. 7. To comply with and promote equality, health and safety in accordance with Council Policies and legal requirement. 8. Support the operation and implementation of the Local Biodiversity Action Plan (LBAP) and develop opportunities for contributions to LBAP targets. 9. Ensure appropriate use of IT Equipment, software and mobile phones where supplied. 10. Carry out all specified, and any other relevant, duties to the highest of professional standards, protecting the reputation and always ensuring the integrity of the Council. 11. Participate in the formulation, implementation and evaluation of the Service Plans responding to changing trends and stakeholder needs. 12. Achieve high standards of personal performance, through meeting agreed personal targets and undertaking planned programmes of professional development. 13. Assist with opportunities to gain efficiencies and improve effectiveness including collaborative joint working and other innovative approaches to achieve a better public service. 14. When required to do so, undertake other relevant duties associated with community events; street maintenance e.g. litter lifting and salting; and cemetery burial operations as directed. 15. Undertake any other duties consistent with the level and nature of the post that may be allocated by management to include the interchange of duties to cover leave, employee vacancies or illness. Note: The post holder may be expected to work outside hours at weekends, evenings and public holidays as dictated by the needs of the service. *Employees who meet all essential criteria will be paid Scale 2 (SCP 4-5). Employees who meet all essential and all desirable criteria on the attached Person Specification, will be paid Scale 3 (SCP 6-7). QUALIFICATIONS · None EXPERIENCE Applicants must be able to demonstrate, by providing personal and specific examples, that they have one year’s experience in: · Working in a horticultural environment with a public interface. · Using a range of horticultural machinery and hand tools in a safe manner. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY · Understanding of Health and Safety and practical risk assessments. · To be a good team worker Providing a high-quality service in a public facing role. OTHER REQUIREMENTS · A valid Cat B driving licence. · Work towards achieving a PA1/PA6 Certificate of Competence in the application of Pesticides within 12 months of appointment. · Be prepared to work outside of normal working hours at weekends, evenings and public holidays as dictated by the needs of the service. · Appointment will be subject to completion of a medical questionnaire including a pre-employment Drugs and Alcohol Screening. · A driving assessment by Council will form part of the selection process.
Gravedigger
To carry out grave digging and maintenance duties at Council burial grounds throughout the Borough in locations identified by the line manager either individually or as part of a team, ensuring all areas are well maintained, clean and presentable. To ensure effective communication with site users, other members of the team and line management. Please note
Warehouse Supervisor
Job Overview As Warehouse Supervisor, you will play a central role in supporting the Warehouse Manager with the efficient and effective operation of the warehouse, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and maintaining high standards of safety and quality. You will oversee the receipt, storage, and distribution of products, supplies, and materials, to achieve operational excellence Main Activities/Tasks
Counter Sales Assistant
🌟 Join Our Team – Counter Sales Assistant 💊 Permanent Full Time- 40 Hours per week Location: Aughnacloy McKeevers Chemists, Aughnacloy, are seeking a friendly, enthusiastic, and customer-focused Counter Sales Assistant to join our team on a Permanent basis. ✨ This rewarding role combines excellent customer service with ensuring our customers receive the care, advice, and attention they deserve ❤️ What You’ll Be Doing: 🛍️ Welcoming customers and delivering a high standard of service 💳 Processing sales efficiently and accurately 💡 Offering product knowledge and advice when required 🧹 Maintaining a clean, well-stocked, and organised store 🤝 Supporting the team with daily store duties What We’re Looking For: 😃 Excellent communication skills with a positive, friendly attitude 👫 A strong team player who is happy to help where needed 🔄 Flexibility and a willingness to learn If you enjoy working with people, take pride in great customer service, and are looking for a varied role in a busy pharmacy environment, we’d love to hear from you 🌟 McKeevers Chemists is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Healthcare Assistant
Beechfield Care Group are currently looking to recruit a Health Care Assistant to assume responsibility for the care of residents at Woodlands House Nursing Home, Dillons Land, Trim Road, Navan C15 V585. We are a long-established Nursing Home Group based in Dublin, Carlow, Meath, Westmeath and Kildare. Our mission is to supply the best standard of quality care to our residents. Our philosophy places the care of the resident at the heart of the nursing home. About Woodlands House Woodlands House was built in 1917 in the Georgian style and was used to serve the needs of the local Church of Ireland clergy as a Rectory for the Canon. The building has operated as a Nursing Home since the early 1980s, and major refurbishment was completed in 2017. It now provides 24 hour nursing care for 36 residents in single and double ensuite rooms. For rest and relaxation, Woodlands House provides a range of day rooms including dining rooms, lounges, a sun room and a general activities room available for residents and their relatives to celebrate special events. An internal secure and sunny courtyard provides a nice outdoor sitting area. About the Role The Health Care Assistant is a key member of the multi-disciplinary team responsible for the care of our residents. The HCA helps, supports and directs personal care required to maximise the independence and wellbeing of our residents, including looking after their physical, emotional and cultural needs. Role Responsibilities
Team Leader
DESCRIPTION AND VISION OF SERVICES Corlann – West Region provide a community based, person centred service focusing on the needs and abilities of children and adults with intellectual disabilities. The vision of the service is to support people with intellectual disabilities to achieve a full and valued life in their community, in line with best practice both nationally and internationally. Working in partnership with each person supported by services, we aim to create opportunities for people supported by services to have ordinary life experiences and to be closely connected to family and friends. We are committed to supporting people to live a life of their choosing. Orchard Services provide a range of community-based servicesincluding day, residential, respite, community outreach, family support and a range of multidisciplinary support services. People are supported in various types of day settings – day centres, supported employment, social and micro enterprises, training and education and these can be in groups or individualised. People are supported in residential settings in their own homes in the community individually and in groups with different staffing support levels depending on their levels of disability. Our Services are person centred focusing on the needs and abilities of adults with intellectual disabilities and autism. We wish to create opportunities for people who use our service to have valued social roles in their communities and to form friendships. We wish to recruit innovative, creative and motivated people who will relish the opportunity to assist in achieving this vision as part of a team. We are looking for people who will be flexible and dynamic, can adapt to the needs of particular individuals they supportand be open to change. The Role: The Team Leader has a pivotal role in managing the day to day delivery of services. The Team Leader will provide leadership and supervision to teams while ensuring the development of the service in line with national standards and best practice. The main responsibilities are to assist the Team Manager with the management of the services, such as – person centred planning in line with Personal Outcome Measures ethos and practice, resource management and staffing - including rosters, staff development, facilitating communication and professional leadership in order to ensure a good quality of life for the people supported. It is the Team Leader’s responsibility to ensure that the life of each individual reflects the Organisations core values by supporting each individual’s development in the areas of: · Dignity and respect · Promoting Independence in the area of personal development, educational, employment, life skills and day to day living skills · Developing friendships and relationships · Making choices · Community Networking · Whilst ensuring the physical, medical, social and emotional wellbeing outcomes of the people supported are observed. Reporting/Responsible To: Service Coordinator/Area Manager Qualifications: A current Live Register Certificate from An Bord Altranais is essential; RNID/RMHN qualification or HETAC/NQAI BA (HONS) in Applied Social Studies (Disability)/Social Care. Candidates must have a full clean manual driving licence. Fluency in verbal and written English is an essential requirement of this post. An appropriate management qualification is also desirable or a commitment to obtain one. Social Care Leader candidates must be registered with CORU or have their application submitted. Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: (i) Be registered, or be eligible for registration, on the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU. See list of recognised Social Care qualifications at: https://coru.ie/health-and-social-care-professionals/education/approved-qualifications/social-care-workers/ OR (ii) Hold a schedule 3 qualification ( see note 1 below*). See list of recognized Schedule 3 qualifications at: https://coru.ie/health-and-social-care-professionals/registration/registration-requirements/approved-qualifications/schedule-3-qualifications/schedule-3-qualifications.html OR (iii) Hold a comparable qualification recognised by Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU. OR iv) Applicants who satisfy the conditions set out in Section 91 of the Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005, (see note 2 below*), must submit proof of application for registration with the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU. The acceptable proof is correspondence from the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU confirming their application for registration as a Section 91 applicant was received by the 30th November 2025. Note 1 * Schedule 3 Qualifications. This is a qualification listed in Schedule 3 of the Health and Social Care Professions Act 2005 for existing practitioners under section 91.Candidates who hold Schedule 3 qualifications can apply to register with CORU during the two year period after the register opens up to the 30th November 2025. Once the transitional period is over -30th November 2025, only qualifications approved by a Registration board will be considered. Note 2 * Section 91 candidates are individuals who qualified before 30th Nov 2023 and have been engaged in the practice of the profession in the Republic of Ireland for a minimum of 2 years fulltime (or an aggregate of 2 years fulltime), between 30th November 2018 and 30th November 2023 are considered to be Section 91 applicants under the Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005. Experience: Candidates must have at least 3 years post qualification experience gained in services for people with intellectual disabilities. Candidates must be able to demonstrate experience of leading and supporting a team. Experience in community networking, supporting individuals to partake in activities in their local community, goal setting and programme implementation is desirable. Experience of working with individuals with autism, challenging behaviour and mental health is an advantage. Skills: Candidates must demonstrate leadership and planning skills and the ability to set goals, put into action and follow through. Candidates must have the ability to exercise good judgement, discretion and confidentiality, be creative and self-motivated, communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms and co-operate in a team environment with a person-centred philosophy. Working Hours: 75/75 CNM1 or 78/78 Social Care Leader hours per fortnight based on a 14-day duty roster. Contracted hours of work are liable to change over 7 days to meet the requirements of the service. The successful candidate will be required to work days, evenings, weekends, public holidays, and occasional night duty. On Call : On Call commitment is an essential requirement of this post Corlann’s model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual. Annual Leave: Leave will be granted according to the agreed leave assigned to the grade of the successful candidates i.e. Social Care or CNM1. Annual leave must be planned in advance with the Area Manager / Service Coordinator to ensure appropriate and adequate cover is provided for the service. Remuneration: Based on the salary scale attached to the grade of the successful candidates i.e. Social Care Leader or CNM1. Tenure: 2 x Permanent, Full-Time and Pensionable. Probation: A probationary period of nine months from the date of appointment applies to the post. The employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period should the employer find that the appointee is unsuitable to continue employment. The probation period may be extended at the Employer’s discretion. JOB DESCRIPTION Corlann’s model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible both in their approach and their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual. Specific Conditions The role of the post holder will not be limited by reference to this job description. It would be expected that the role will evolve as professional, structural and people who use the service demands and the post holder will be expected to demonstrate flexibility skills that will facilitate this.
General Operative
SAP Landscapes is one of Ireland’s largest and most established landscape and maintenance companies, boasting 50 years of experience in creating and sustaining better spaces. You are joining us at an exciting time of growth, for both our employees and our business. You will have the opportunity to work with high-profile projects and develop your skillset, as well as pay a key role in your very own career path with company support. We are on the lookout for enthusiastic General Operator to join our Carrickmacross/Ballyboughal staff. Immediate start. Position: General Operative Reporting to: Maintenance Contracts Manager Location: Ardee (Joining our Carrickmacross & Ballyboughal staff) This job description outlines some of the duties and responsibilities that are associated with your role but it is by no means an exhaustive list and may be amended as the management of the company directs. This role will involve the use of machinery and equipment and will include physical exertion (manual handling etc.) on a daily basis. Duties Include: Training & Development: At SAP Landscapes, we believe that our most important asset is our people and that is why we like to promote from within and develop employees to progress further in their career. As a General Operative you have the potential to become a 2nd in crew and subsequently a Team Leader, through consistent training & development. SAP Landscapes are an equal opportunities employer.
County Registrar
Background The County Registrar is a legal professional court officer in the Circuit Court. The Circuit Court is the higher of the two courts of local and limited jurisdiction and exercises first instance jurisdiction in civil proceedings and criminal proceedings on indictment, as well as an appellate jurisdiction in civil and criminal proceedings from the District Court. The County Registrar performs duties in civil (including family) cases which are conferred on them by primary legislation (in particular as set out in the Second Schedule to the Courts and Court Officers Act 1995, as amended) and Rules of Court, as well as certain other functions in relation to Circuit Court proceedings. Principal Duties and Functions The following are the principal duties of the County Registrar: • To determine, at formal sittings, applications for interlocutory orders which may be made by a County Registrar in civil and family law proceedings in the Circuit Court; • To preside over case progression hearings in both family law and civil proceedings as provided for by Rules of Court; • To make determinations by arbitration of various issues in connection with the acquisition of the fee simple or other interests in land under the Landlord and Tenant (Ground Rents) Act 1967; • To take of evidence in civil or commercial matters under EU Regulation 1206/2001 where a request for evidence to be taken in Ireland is made by another Member State; • To exercise such other powers and performing such other functions or duties as have been or may be conferred on County Registrars by statute or Rules of Court; • The County Registrar may from time to time be required to perform the duties of another County Registrar in addition to their own duties following consultation with the Courts Service; • To cooperate with the Chief Executive Officer and senior management of the Courts Service in relation to the administration of the business of the County Registrar’s lists; • To provide advice and assistance, where required, to the Officer Managers on issues relating to the legal framework of practice and procedure in the Circuit Court; • To undertake under-sheriff functions for County Louth; • To act as Returning Officer for elections and referenda; • To discharge the functions of District Probate Registrar. Essential Qualifications: Candidates must, on the latest date for receiving completed application forms: • Be a solicitor of not less than eight years standing who is currently practising in the State or has previously practised in the State for not less than eight years: Or • Be a barrister of not less than eight years standing who is currently practising in the State or has previously practised in the State for not less than eight years. Note: If successful, you will be required to provide evidence of 8+ years as a solicitor or barrister (e.g. practising certificate), therefore please be prepared to provide this information. The ideal candidate will demonstrate: • A comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the jurisdiction of the Circuit Court; • A comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the litigation process associated with civil and family law proceedings and a working knowledge of criminal case processing; • A good knowledge and understanding of the role of the County Registrar in the administration of justice in the Circuit Court; • A broad general understanding of the role of the Courts Service in the court system; • The ability to exercise independent judgement and decision making in a courtroom environment; • The ability to manage a large, diverse and complex caseload, both on an individual basis and in a team environment; • The ability to work and interact effectively and efficiently with members of the judiciary, legal practitioners and lay litigants in a courtroom environment; • In discharging the role of County Registrar the capacity, capability and commitment to delivering justice which is fair, equitable and accessible to all; • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; • The ability to build relationships with colleagues and key stakeholders for delivery of results; • A record of leadership and initiative in a legal environment; • A personal drive for the delivery of results; • A personal commitment to change and the implementation of new or revised processes to deliver benefit to court users; • The ability to perform, or to quickly develop skills and competencies required to perform, the role of District Probate Registrar, Returning Officer and under-sheriff functions. In addition to the above, candidates must also be able to demonstrate the Key Competencies identified for effective performance at this level (detailed overleaf). Key Competency Areas for the role of County Registrar: The Key Competencies to be assessed as part of this selection process include (but not limited to) the following: Specialist Expertise and Knowledge • extensive legal experience • a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the jurisdiction of the Circuit Court • a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the litigation process associated with civil and family law proceedings and a working knowledge of criminal case processing • a good knowledge and understanding of the role of the County Registrar in the administration of justice in the Circuit Court • a broad general understanding of the role of the Courts Service in the court system • in discharging the role of County Registrar the capacity, capability and commitment to delivering justice which is fair, equitable and accessible to all Leadership and Initiative • a record of leadership and initiative in a legal environment • the ability to manage a large, diverse and complex caseload, both on an individual basis and in a team environment • a personal commitment to change and the implementation of new or revised processes to deliver benefit to court users • capacity to critically analyse the deployment of resources and readjust priorities in order to gain maximum benefit • capacity for innovative thinking • understanding of the challenges within the role and how they may be overcome Independent Judgement & Decision Making and Delivery Focus • ability to exercise independent judgement and decision making in a courtroom environment • in discharging the role of County Registrar the capacity, capability and commitment to delivering justice which is fair, equitable and accessible to all • wide experience of making significant decisions • deep understanding of, and appreciation for, the County Registrar role • capacity to quickly acquire a thorough knowledge and understanding of public administration, including the legislative framework, finance, corporate governance and accountability mechanisms • demonstrated self-reliance • excellent problem-solving skills • a personal drive for the delivery of results • ability to structure the planning and delivery of work • strong motivation and ability to bring a consistently high level of personal and professional commitment to the role • demonstrated commitment to the delivery of a high-quality service • ability to use a PC and basic word processing and e-mail applications Managing Relationships / Communication • excellent communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to establish and maintain good working relations with a wide range of people • the ability to work and interact effectively and efficiently with legal practitioners and lay litigants in a courtroom environment • the ability to build relationships with colleagues and key stakeholders for delivery of results • an excellent understanding of the requirements of the role and clear demonstration as to how s/he will meet these • demonstrates sincerity and conviction Eligibility to compete and certain restrictions on eligibility Citizenship Requirements Eligible candidates must 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 has a stamp 4 permission1 or a Stamp 5 permission. To qualify candidates must be eligible by the date of any job offer. Collective Agreement: Redundancy Payments to Public Servants The Department of Public Expenditure and Reform letter dated 28th June 2012 to Personnel Officers introduced, with effect from 1st June 2012, a Collective Agreement which had been reached between the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform and the Public Services Committee of the ICTU in relation to ex-gratia Redundancy Payments to Public Servants. It is a condition of the Collective Agreement that persons availing of the agreement will not be eligible for re-employment in the Public Service by any Public Service body (as defined by the Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Acts 2009 – 2011) for a period of 2 years from termination of the employment. People who availed of this scheme and who may be successful in this competition will have to prove their eligibility (expiry of period of non-eligibility). General The County Registrar will be required to perform any duties which may be assigned to them by statute or Rule of Court and any other duties which may be assigned to them from time to time by the direction of the Chief Executive Officer of the Courts Service, as appropriate to their post. The statutory functions of the County Registrar must be carried out within the legal parameters set by statute. The County Registrar, in addition, and at the direction of the Courts Service, may be authorised on a temporary basis to perform the duties of another County Registrar pursuant to Section 9(1)(a) and/or Section 9(1)(b) of the Courts Officers Act 1945. County Registrars hold office under statute at the pleasure of the Government and inadequate performance and / or misconduct may result in removal from office. Salary A single point salary rate applies to this position as follows: €166,208 per annum – Personal Pension Contribution (PPC) rate with effect from 1 February 2026. The associated Probate Allowance for this role is €9,891 per annum. Personal Pension Contribution (PPC) rate with effect from 1 February 2026. The probate allowance will be reviewed in the event that the Probate function is centralised by the Courts Service. The PPC pay rate applies when the individual is required to pay a Personal Pension Contribution (otherwise known as a main scheme contribution) in accordance with the rules of their main/personal superannuation scheme. This is different to a contribution in respect of membership of a Spouses’ and Children’s scheme, or the Additional Superannuation Contributions (ASC). The non-PPC rate will apply where the appointee is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution in accordance with the rules of their main/personal superannuation scheme. An appointee assigned a non-PPC rate will still be liable for contributions in respect of membership of a Spouses’ and Children’s scheme, and the Additional Superannuation Contribution (ASC). Candidates should note that the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Tenure The appointment will be in a permanent full-time capacity. The County Registrar for Louth will be assigned to Dundalk Courthouse, Dundalk, Co. Louth, A91 XHP6. Restriction in Engaging in Outside Occupation The County Registrar shall devote the whole of their time to the duties of their office. The County Registrar may not engage in, or be connected with, any outside business or activity which would in any way conflict with the interest of, or be inconsistent with, their official position or which would tend to impair their usefulness in that position. In particular, they may not engage in private practice as a solicitor or barrister. Attendance at Office The County Registrar is required to attend the Circuit Court Office (when not necessarily engaged elsewhere on official duties) on such days and during such hours as may be fixed by the Chief Executive Officer, Courts Service. The CEO typically requires County Registrars to work on-site in the Court Office from 09:00 to 17:00 from Monday to Friday. There is no remote working. Annual Leave Annual leave will be 30 working days per year and is exclusive of the usual public holidays. Annual leave should be taken within vacation times, and all annual leave should be taken in the year in which it was accrued. Travelling and Subsistence Travelling and subsistence expenses properly incurred by the County Registrar in the performance of their duties will be paid by the Courts Service in accordance with prevailing Civil Service regulations and at rates fixed from time to time by the Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation. For the purpose of calculating travelling and subsistence payable, the successful applicant’s work base is Dundalk Court Office. Health and Character Candidates for and any person holding office must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Candidates for and any person holding office must be of good character.
