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QUALIFICATIONS Applications on the official form are invited from qualified persons who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which Permanent or Temporary appointments may be made as Gardener for positions as they arise. CHARACTER: Each candidate shall be of good character. HEALTH: Each candidate must be in a state of health as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, ETC. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application form: a) Have satisfactorily completed The National Diploma in Horticulture at the National Botanic Gardens, Horticulture College or equivalent qualification AND b) Hold a full unendorsed driving licence (Category B or equivalent) that permits permanent driving in Ireland AND Hold a valid work permit if required All non-EU/EEA citizens must hold a valid work permit prior to and for the duration of their contract. The work permit must allow you to work full time for Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council. It is the responsibility of individual employees to ensure that you have a valid work permit. If at any stage during your contract you cease to hold a valid work permit you must immediately advise Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council and your employment will cease with immediate effect. It is desirable for candidates to: • Hold a current safe pass card on taking up duty • Have a good knowledge of mechanical plant including the agricultural tractor and ancillary equipment • Have the ability to oversee and implement a programme of works and/or significant landscape project undertaken by direct labour or outside contractors or a combination of these • Have a good knowledge and understanding of environmental issues and be familiar with relevant legislation • A knowledge of the cultivation of plants, both outdoor and under glass, as well as a good knowledge of decorative gardening • Have a thorough knowledge of landscape/amenity horticulture • Experience in the use and care of tools, machines and appliances used in the maintenance of parks and gardens Candidates will demonstrate through their application form and at interview the following skills and attributes: • Understanding of the role • Ability to apply previous experience to the role • Good communication and interpersonal skills • Self-motivated with a record of demonstrating initiative and ability to use judgement in a workplace environment • Be capable of dealing satisfactorily with outside bodies, residents associations, public representatives etc. • Capacity to contribute to and work well in a team • Sufficient knowledge and understanding of Health & Safety requirements, legislation and regulations • Flexibility in terms of working hours as the duties can involve working outside of normal hours as required • Knowledge of the services provided by Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council • Demonstrate customer awareness skills and a positive customer service attitude • Ability to maintain accurate and complete records of all tasks carried out in hard copy and electronic format • Have ability to supervise depot staff, students and contractors operating within their area and be competent in their supervision and be able to demonstrate this • Ability to take and record measurements including basic surveying, levelling and setting out procedures • Be capable of keeping a written record PARTICULARS OF THE POSITION The office is permanent, whole-time and pensionable. WAGES – WEEKLY RATE: €806.28; €828.41; €882.40; €; €888.15; €893.90; €899.21; €904.96; €910.27; €916.03; €921.34; €927.09 (Incremental Scale) Rates as at 1/02/2026 A daily travel allowance equivalent to one hour rate of pay and daily meal allowance is also applicable. Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department Housing, Planning and Local Government. In accordance with Departmental Circular letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1st January 2011 will enter the scale for the position at the minimum point. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the office shall 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 office or in respect of any services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE): As a condition of employment, the holder of the post will be required, at all times when on duty, to wear such items of personal protective equipment as are specified from time to time by Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council. SUPERANNUATION CONTRIBUTION: Persons who become pensionable officers of a Local Authority who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the Local Authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% 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 dependant or qualified children). Persons who become pensionable officers of a Local Authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the Local Authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. All persons who become pensionable officers of a Local Authority will be required in respect of the Spouses and Children’s Contributory Pension Scheme to contribute to the Local Authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the scheme. RETIREMENT: New entrants recruited to the Public Service on or after 1 January 2013 Pensionable public servants (new joiners) recruited to the Public Service for the first time on or after 1 January 2013 (the commencement date of the Single Scheme) will be members of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. Pension age Minimum pension age is linked to the State Pension age which is currently 66 but may be subject to change. Compulsory retirement age Scheme members must retire at the age of 70. In all other cases, staff recruited on or after 1 January 2013 who were employed in the Public Service on 31 December 2012 or within a period prior to 31 December 2012 not exceeding 26 weeks will retain their existing pension scheme terms and conditions. In certain circumstances, e.g. where the public servant was on secondment or approved leave or remains on the same contract of employment, the 26-week rule does not apply. Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) It is a condition of the Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) as set out in Department Finance Circular 12/09 that retirees, under that scheme, are debarred from applying for another position in the same employment or the same sector. Therefore, such retirees may not apply for this position. HOURS OF WORK Applicants will be required to work a 39 hour week, Monday to Friday (08:00 – 16:30 Monday to Thursday; 08:00 – 15:30 on Friday). They will be required to work overtime as required. They must work as required on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays for which payment at the appropriate rate will be made. PROBATION: When a person is not already a permanent officer of a Local Authority within the public service Ireland and is appointed to a permanent office, the following provisions shall apply: a. There shall be a period after such appointment takes effect during which such person shall hold office on probation b. Such period shall be one year c. Such person shall cease to hold such office at the end of the period of probation unless, during such period, the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such person in such office is satisfactory ANNUAL LEAVE Annual leave entitlement for the position of Gardener is 24 days per annum in accordance with Department of Environment, Community and Local Government Circular LG(P) 07/2011. Prior authorisation is essential before annual leave is taken. The granting of annual leave at any particular time is always subject to the requirements of the Council and all annual leave is liable to suspension during periods of exceptional pressure. The final decision in allocating leave rests with Management. 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 Irish citizen child and has been granted residence permission (usually Stamp 4) DUTIES: The post holder will be required to carry out all the duties allocated to them by the Council under the direction and supervision of the relevant Supervisor, which will include but are not limited to: a. The person selected for the post will report to the Senior Executive Parks & Landscape Officer or other authorised person b. Supervise and control staff who may be detailed to assist them c. Participation in the PMDS process d. Be responsible for the efficiency of works in the area and to carry out all instructions/inspections and furnish any reports, diaries, records or other particulars described by the Senior Executive Parks & Landscape Officer or other authorised person e. Be responsible for the use and care of tools, machines and appliances used in the maintenance of parks and gardens f. Being available to attend to emergency work outside of normal working hours and participating in an emergency call out roster if required g. Propagation and cultivation of plants and for the layout, care, upkeep, maintenance and control of ornamental pleasure and recreational grounds in the parks, gardens and open spaces to which they may from time to time be assigned h. Attendance at meetings and workshops arranged by Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council i. To maintain accurate and complete records of all tasks carried out in hard copy and electronic format j. Co-operating and availing of any new technology and/or systems which may become available to assist in the effective and efficient carrying out of duties or as may be required k. Ensure that all works being carried out comply with the relevant Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Acts and Regulations, including the completion of Risk Assessments/SSWPs and Accident/Incident forms l. Complying with Health & Safety requirements of the Council and wear/use any safety equipment/clothing supplied m. Operate in accordance with current best practice requirements in relation to the activities that staff carry out n. Operating a Council vehicle as part of work responsibilities and utilising a mobile phone or other electronic devices when required o. In addition, they may also be required to co-operate fully in the implementation of security arrangements for plant, equipment, etc., as well as security within the Council’s Parks p. To co-operate and contribute to operational reviews q. To co-operate and contribute to value for money initiatives r. To participate fully in any initiative aimed to increase customer satisfaction and quality of service to the community The particular duties and responsibilities attached to the post may vary from time to time, without changing the general character of the duties or level of responsibilities entailed. The post holder may therefore be required to perform duties appropriate to the post, other than those detailed above, and to take instructions from and report to an appropriate Officer or such designated Officer as may be assigned from time to time by the Council. The duties of the post are to give to the local authority and to: a. The local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive is Chief Executive, and b. To any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority or by any of the authorities or bodies referred to in sub-paragraph (a) of this paragraph under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such officers as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate computing, technical, management, administrative, executive, supervisory, advisory and ancillary services as may be required by any local authority or body hereinbefore mentioned in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties and to exercise such powers, functions and duties as may be delegated to him or her by the Chief Executive from time to time including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The holder of the post will, if required, act for an officer of a higher level. LOCATION & RESIDENCE Holders of the office shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council reserves the right to assign employees to any premises in use by the Council, now or in the future subject to reasonable notice. RECRUITMENT Pursuant to article 8 of the Local Government (Appointment of Officers) Regulation, 1974, the Minister has given directions as follows: i. Selection of candidates for appointment shall be by means of a competition based on an interview conducted by or on behalf of the Local Authority. The interview will be competency based. Candidates will be required to demonstrate knowledge of the key duties and responsibilities for this role. Please note that the interview may be held in person or online. ii. DLRCC reserves its right to shortlist candidates, in the manner it deems most appropriate, to proceed to the interview stage of the competition. Following receipt of all applications, job applicants may be shortlisted for assessment based on the extent to which they meet the criteria from the job description and/or where it would not be practical to interview all applicants. Aptitude testing may in some circumstances be used to facilitate the shortlisting process. If required, the testing will be performed through a 3rd party provider and submission of an application for employment is regarded as consent to share your information for the purposes of shortlisting and recruitment. Your information will be provided for the sole purpose of shortlisting suitable candidates and for no other purpose. Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council will ensure any 3rd party fully complies with GDPR and Data Protection legislation. It is therefore in your own interest to provide a detailed and accurate account of your relevant qualifications/experience on the application form and also to demonstrate sufficient evidence of the competencies required for this position under each competency heading which are detailed above. Shortlisting does not suggest that candidates are necessarily unsuitable or incapable of undertaking the job, rather that there are some candidates who, based on their application, appear to be better qualified and/or have more relevant experience. Shortlisting may take the form of desk-top shortlisting, aptitude test and/or preliminary interview or combinations thereof. iii. If a candidate wishes to appeal either a shortlisting or interview board decision, they must do so within five working days of being notified of this decision. The appeal must clearly state the grounds of appeal which must be emailed to The Appeals Officer recruitment@dlrcoco.ie . The HR Department will evaluate the grounds of the appeal. If grounds for an appeal are not upheld, HR Management will notify the candidate in writing of this outcome and no further action will be taken. If the grounds upon which the appeal is made are upheld, the HR Department will notify the candidate of this outcome and corrective action will be taken. The decision of the HR Department on the appeal is final. iv. Panels may be formed on the basis of such interviews. Candidates whose names are on a panel and who satisfy the Local Authority that they are otherwise suitable for appointment may, within the life of the panel, be appointed as appropriate vacancies arise. The life of the panel will not be more than one year reckoned from the date of the formation of the panel unless extended. v. The Local Authority shall require persons to whom appointments are offered to take up such appointments within a period of not more than one month and if they fail to take up the appointments within such period or such longer period as the Local Authority in its absolute discretion may determine, the Local Authority shall not appoint them. vi. An applicant who withdraws their application at any stage of the competition will not be permitted to re-enter the competition at a later stage. ADDITIONAL RELEVANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS • The National Vetting Bureau (Children and Vulnerable Persons) Act 2012 to 2016 came into effect on 29th April 2016. The Act places a statutory obligation on DLRCC to ensure that any work or activity which is carried out by a person, a necessary and regular part of which consists mainly of a person having access to or contact with children or vulnerable persons will be subject of Garda Vetting. • Subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act 2014, applications will be treated in strict confidence. • It is important to remember that this is a competitive process for a role where integrity is paramount. Sharing information on the selection/interview process, e.g. through social media or any other means, may result in a candidate being disqualified from the competition. • DLRCC does not allow the unsanctioned use of any type of recording equipment on its premises. This applies to any form of sound recording and any type of still picture or video recording, whether including sound recording or not, and covers any type of device used for these purposes. • An applicant who is found to be ineligible at any stage of the competition will not be further considered. Provision of inaccurate, untrue or misleading information will lead to disqualification from the competition, withdrawal of employment offer or dismissal. • A candidate who does not attend for interview when and where required by the Council, or who does not, when requested, furnish such evidence as Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council require in regard to any matter relevant to their candidature, will no longer be considered for selection. • In the event of an offer of employment, each candidate will be required to provide evidence that they meet all the criteria as set out above and on receipt of satisfactory references. Examples of some of the current Employee Benefits include: • A range of family friendly policies • A staff health screening programme • Availability of a Cycle to Work Scheme • A range of learning and developmental opportunities • Paid maternity and paternity leave • Automatically entered into a pension scheme • Access to the services provided under Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council’s Employee Assistance Programme
Validation Team Leader
Job Overview Norbrook are seeking a highly motivated Validation Team Leader to join our team, responsible for leading and coordinating sterilisation and aseptic processing validation activities within a regulated manufacturing environment ensuring all studies are conducted in full compliance with all health and safety, cGMP and regulatory requirements. Main Activities/Tasks Contact: recruitment@norbrook.co.uk Norbook Laboratories Limited employs a workforce with members of all sections of the community and is committed to appointing people purely on the basis of merit. In accordance with our equal opportunities policy, we would particularly like to welcome applicants from the Protestant Community.
Electronics Technician
Job Overview The successful candidate will be responsible for electronic and maintenance activities with in a manufacturing environment comprising of both preventive and reactive duties, to also include data collection/documentation for validated systems. They will take the lead role in maintaining, troubleshooting electronic equipment and instrumentation forming part of our pharmaceutical manufacturing plant. Managing the data and documentation for all data collected from the validated systems within Norbrook. This role can either be continental shifts, including days, nights and weekends OR permanent night shift. Main Activities/Tasks Contact: recruitment@norbrook.co.uk Norbook Laboratories Limited employs a workforce with members of all sections of the community and is committed to appointing people purely on the basis of merit. In accordance with our equal opportunities policy, we would particularly like to welcome applicants from the Protestant Community.
Innovation And Technology Specialist, Engineering
The BEE centre has three main pillars of support which are: The Innovation and Technology Specialist (ITS) role will deliver the aims and objectives of Pillar 1. Under the direction of the Head of Innovation Technology and Economic Engagement, the ITS will report to the Lead Specialist and deliver innovative business solutions to micro businesses and SMEs in the southern region and beyond. The ITS’s primary role will be to help strengthen the College’s position as a primary provider of business support and knowledge transfer activity to local and regional business and industry. This is a full time permanent position within the College. Closing date for applications is Friday 10th April 2026 at 12noon. Please note all correspondance will be sent from recruitment@src.ac.uk. Please check your mailbox including any spam folders regularly. College benefits include: Competitive Salary, Excellent Pension Benefits, Generous Annual Leave Entitlement, Family & Work Life Balance entitlements and much more.
Associate Lecturer In Hairdressing
Associate Lecturer in Hairdressing Permanent Post, Downpatrick Campus, 0.75FTE, 27 hours per week ABOUT US Northern Ireland’s Further Education sector is a key driver of both economic and social inclusion. SERC as a college is a hub of innovation, collaboration and industry partnerships along with a strong community focus. We pride ourselves on delivering internationally recognised high-quality, industry-relevant courses, which equip our students with the skills necessary to grow and shape our economy and to transform their own lives in doing so. We are committed to continuous improvement and to fostering a supportive culture of creativity and inclusivity as a catalyst for success. If you are interested in being part of a dynamic and forward-thinking institution that helps benefit society and creates transformational opportunities for learners, SERC may have a role for you. The College offers a wide range of employee benefits, rewards and recognitions: We currently have a vacancy for an Associate Lecturer in Hairdressing. JOB PURPOSE To become a member of the teaching team in current courses of study and assist with future developments. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA Hold GCSE English (Grade A-C) / Essential Skills Level 2 (or higher) in Communication; and GCSE Maths (Grade A-C) / Essential Skills Level 2 (or higher) in Numeracy, or NICATS Access Maths Modules. Hold a Level 5 or above qualification in Hair and Beauty Management or equivalent Hold a Level 3 qualification in Hairdressing. Have a minimum of three years’ post qualified experience working in the Hairdressing industry within the last 6 years. Hold a recognised Assessor Award OR be prepared to obtain the qualification within one year of appointment. Demonstrate the ability to work on own initiative and work independently, as well as work effectively as a team member. Demonstrate excellent administrative, planning, and organisational skills. Demonstrate a high level of competency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite. Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both written and oral. For further information on the main duties and responsibilities and criteria for this role, please see attached Job Description.
Human Resources Assistant
JOB PURPOSE To provide proactive clerical and administrative support within the Human Resources Unit, helping to ensure a professional, responsive, and customer‑focused HR service. The role offers the opportunity to support a broad range of HR activities, with scope to develop responsibility in specific areas, while contributing across the wider HR function including staff development, equality, recruitment and selection, and employee relations. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Act as a first point of contact for HR‑related enquiries, providing a professional, helpful, and timely response to all stakeholders, which include staff, managers, students and members of the public. 2. Responsibility for providing comprehensive administrative support to the HR Advisors, Business Partners and HR Management, thereby contributing to the effective and professional delivery of HR services across the organisation and supporting a collaborative team environment. 3. Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date HR records and databases (manual and electronic), ensuring confidentiality, data integrity and compliance with GDPR at all times. 4. Produce reports to support HR activity as required. 5. Provide comprehensive administrative support to HR related meetings, including the preparation, collation and organisation of papers and documentation. 6. Support managers and staff with a range of routine, non-complex HR matters, including but not limited to: · Annual and special leave · Recruitment and selection exercises · Terms and conditions of service · Contracts of employment and related documentation · Sickness absence · Grievance and disciplinary · Health and wellbeing 7. Assist in delivering an effective and efficient recruitment service, supporting the end-to-end recruitment process and ensuring that all pre-employment checks, including Access NI and documentation are completed accurately and in line with College policies and procedures. 8. Assist in the delivery of effective and efficient absence management processes, providing support with routine queries, absence administration, and the accurate recording and maintenance of absence management documentation in line with College policies and procedures. 9. Assist in the development, delivery and evaluation of health and wellbeing initiatives to support the College’s Mind Yourself wellbeing programme. 10. Provide administrative support to the HR Team in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll across the College. 11. Assist in the administration and promotion of equality of opportunity and good relations within the College. 12. Assist in off boarding activities to ensure a smooth and compliant transition for staff leaving the College including the return of equipment, completion of leaver documentation and notification to relevant departments. NOTES Role Scope This is a description of the job as it is at present constituted. The duties and responsibilities are intended to give a broad indication of the variety of tasks the post holder may be asked to undertake. It should be noted that a job description is not an exhaustive list of activities and staff may be asked to carry out duties commensurate with the grade of the post. The job description may also be amended to take account of changed circumstances, and staff will be consulted when this is necessary. It is the College’s aim to reach agreement to reasonable changes, but if agreement is not possible, the College reserves the right to insist on changes to a job description after consultation with the post holder. Equality In carrying out the duties and responsibilities of the post it is expected that the post holder will do so in accordance with the College Ethos Equal Opportunities Policy and that in doing so the post holder will contribute to the discharge of Section 75 statutory duties and implementation of the College Equality Scheme. Safeguarding This is a post which is governed by The Protection of Children and Vulnerable Adults (Northern Ireland) Order 2003. Before appointing anyone to this post, it is policy to ask for the relevant check to be carried out by Access NI. Smoking Policy The College operates a no smoking policy and all staff are expected to adhere to this. College Values In order to deliver its objectives, the College has developed the following set of values and all staff expected to work within these; Supporting our community, Empowering our community, Respecting our community, Caring for our community. Additional Duties All staff at Deputy Head of School Level and above (including staff on NJC Terms & Conditions, band 6 and above) are required to participate in day, evening and holiday cover rotas as required. Health & Safety All Staff are required to contribute to a healthy and safe working environment and to adhere to all health and safety regulations and College policies. Risk Management All staff have a responsibility for ensuring that risks are managed at College, team and individual level. This process will include the assessment and effective control of all acceptable risk situations. Budget Holders All Budget holders will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of a balanced budget across their area of responsibility, including the delivery of any agreed cost improvement programmes. Training Staff will be expected to participate in staff training and development activities to update and enhance their own knowledge, skills and professional competence needed to fulfil the role effectively. Reserve List Please note that a reserve list may be created from this post from which further appointments may be made should the same or a similar post arise within twelve months of the interview date. Please note such posts may be based at any College Campus. Selection Criteria Essential Assessment Criteria: Hold a minimum of 5 GCSEs, grade A-C or equivalent, including English Language and Maths. Have a minimum of one year’s clerical or administration experience, within the last five years. Experience of computerized management information systems, data input and data retrieval. Demonstrate an ability to work in a confidential environment. Demonstrate an ability to develop effective working relationships and work as part of a team. Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills. Desirable Assessment Criteria: Have previous clerical or administration experience within a HR/Personnel environment. Demonstrate an understanding of HR procedures and standard practices.
Human Resources Business Partner, Employee Relations
Human Resources Business Partner - Employee Relations Full-time, permanent post, 36 hours per week,Ballynahinch Campus ABOUT US Northern Ireland’s Further Education sector is a key driver of both economic and social inclusion. SERC as a college is a hub of innovation, collaboration and industry partnerships along with a strong community focus. We pride ourselves on delivering internationally recognised high-quality, industry-relevant courses, which equip our students with the skills necessary to grow and shape our economy and to transform their own lives in doing so. We are committed to continuous improvement and to fostering a supportive culture of creativity and inclusivity as a catalyst for success. If you are interested in being part of a dynamic and forward-thinking institution that helps benefit society and creates transformational opportunities for learners, SERC may have a role for you. The College offers a wide range of employee benefits, rewards and recognitions: We currently have a vacancy for a Human Resources Business Partner - Employee Relations JOB PURPOSE Reporting to the HR Manager the post holder will be responsible for delivering a responsive, high quality employee relations service across the College. This includes providing professional support and advice on discipline, grievance, performance management, employee engagement and absence management and ensuring compliance across all aspects of SERC HR Services. The role will involve supporting and empowering managers to build and sustain a positive, high-performance culture aligned with College values and behaviours. The post holder will work proactively to continuously improve HR service delivery, providing clear, professional advice and guidance to senior managers on a wide range of human resource matters. For further information on the main duties and responsibilities and criteria for this role, please see attached job description.
Lecturer In Barbering
Lecturer in Barbering Permanent Post, Downpatrick Campus, 1FTE, 36 hours per week ABOUT US Northern Ireland’s Further Education sector is a key driver of both economic and social inclusion. SERC as a college is a hub of innovation, collaboration and industry partnerships along with a strong community focus. We pride ourselves on delivering internationally recognised high-quality, industry-relevant courses, which equip our students with the skills necessary to grow and shape our economy and to transform their own lives in doing so. We are committed to continuous improvement and to fostering a supportive culture of creativity and inclusivity as a catalyst for success. If you are interested in being part of a dynamic and forward-thinking institution that helps benefit society and creates transformational opportunities for learners, SERC may have a role for you. The College offers a wide range of employee benefits, rewards and recognitions: We currently have a vacancy for a Lecturer in Barbering. JOB PURPOSE To become a member of the teaching team in current courses of study and assist with future developments. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA Hold GCSE English (Grade A-C) / Essential Skills Level 2 (or higher) in Communication; and GCSE Maths (Grade A-C) / Essential Skills Level 2 (or higher) in Numeracy, or NICATS Access Maths Modules. Hold a Level 3 qualification in Barbering. Hold a Level 5 or above qualification in Hair and Beauty Management or equivalent or be prepared to obtain a Level 5 qualification within two years of appointment. Have a minimum of three years’ post qualified experience working in the Barbering industry within the last 6 years. Hold a recognised Assessor Award OR be prepared to obtain the qualification within one year of appointment. Demonstrate the ability to work on own initiative and work independently, as well as work effectively as a team member. Demonstrate excellent administrative, planning, and organisational skills. Demonstrate a high level of competency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite. Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both written and oral. For further information on the main duties and responsibilities and criteria for this role, please see attached Job Description.
Analytical Chemist
Job Overview The Analytical Chemist will work as part of the Quality team and will be required to perform chemical testing of raw materials, APIs and finished products using techniques that include, but are not limited to the following • HPLC Analysis • GC Analysis • UV / IR Spectrometry • Wet-Chemistry Techniques • Preparation and Completion of associated Documentation Essential Criteria: Desirable Criteria: • Practical Laboratory experience • GMP experience • HPLC/GC experience Duration: Full time, permanent Location: Newry Additional Information: • Applicants should be able to provide proof that they have a right to work in the UK at the time of their application. Applicants who are unable to provide this proof will not be considered. • We regret that applications received after the closing date and time will not be accepted. Previous unsuccessful applicants in the last 6 months are not eligble for application Due to the high volume of applications we expect to recieve, only shortlisted applicants may be contacted Norbrook Laboratories Limited employs a workforce with members of all sections of the community and is committed to appointing people purely on the basis of merit. In accordance with our equal opportunities policy, we would particularly like to welcome applicants from the Protestant Community.
QA Compliance Microbiologist
Job Overview We are currently recruiting for the role of QA Compliance Microbiologist within the QA Cleanroom Compliance department. The successful candidate 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. The successful candidate will also support with training, evaluation and continuous improvement projects within our aseptic cleanrooms. This role will involve working a 3 shift pattern including days, evenings and nights. Main Activities/Tasks Norbrook Laboratories Limited employs a workforce with members of all sections of the community and is committed to appointing people purely on the basis of merit. In accordance with our equal opportunities policy, we would particularly like to welcome applicants from the Protestant Community.
