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The person appointed will be responsible for carrying out 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. Assist in the community development of the Parks and Cemeteries Service through internal and external initiatives that engage Service stakeholders. Please note
Production Operator
Production Operator – (Job Ref: 26N/PDOP) 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 Production Operator within our biochip team. What does our Biochip team do? Our Biochip team manufacture products for use across our Biochip Array Technology Analysers including Evidence, Investigator, MultiStat and Evolution. Our cutting-edge technology is used in Laboratories and Hospitals to diagnose health tests as wells as veterinary samples, and food testing. Location: 44 Largy Road, Crumlin, BT29 4RN. ** Please note, unfortunately, there are NO public transport options that serve this site. Having your means of transport is essential for this role. Contract Offered : Full-time, permanent. Working Hours / Shifts : Hours can vary depending on what team you work in. Standard hours are 7am to 5.40pm, (Monday- Thursday). However, night shifts are also available and may be required on occasion (6pm-6am Monday – Wednesday). What does the Production Operator role involve? The role of Production Operator will be working on the production of the Randox Biochip Array products. Key duties: • Calibration and maintenance of equipment • The operation and troubleshooting of automated production lines involved in the assembly of instrument specific Biochip Array products. • The accurate completion of manufacturing and stock records. • Completion and recording of manufacturing outputs for KPIs • The cleaning down of machines and the work area in accordance with standard operating procedures. • Monitoring of the cleanroom environment to process defined specifications • Assisting in the training of staff in departmental procedures and systems. • The alerting of the Biochip formulation Team Leader and Manager to any problems in the manufacture or testing of Biochip products and highlighting any non-conformances • Accurate identification and removal of rejected biochips during assembly process • High quality sealing and accurate labelling of Biochip Array products Who can apply? Essential criteria: • Be qualified to GCSE level or have previous experience in a production or manufacturing environment. • Be physically able to work on your feet all day. • Have the right to work in the UK. Desirable: • Computer literate and confidence in the use and application of Microsoft Office packages. • Working knowledge of Health and Safety procedures, including CoSHH. • Experience in manufacturing environment. • Flexibility to work different shift patterns. • Hold a full driving license, as the site is quite remote. How do I apply? Click Apply on the site you are seeing this advert on they will submit your CV to Randox for review. This advert may be open for as long as 30 days although we may close the advert early if we receive sufficient applicants to fill the roles.
Validations Analyst
Based within the Validation Department Qualification Section, the successful candidate will be involved in the qualification of pharmaceutical equipment, facilities and utilities including computerised control and monitoring systems across each of the Norbrook sites. Main Activities/Tasks The role will include but not be limited to:
Canteen Assistant
CANTEEN ASSISTANT Job Overview The successful candidate will report to the Canteen Manager and will provide a high quality level of Customer Service and hygiene across our 3 sites in Newry. 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.
Refuse and Cleansing Supervisor
General The main Terms and Conditions of Employment relating to employment with Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (excluding Chief Officer and Chief Executive), are broadly based on the provisions of the National Joint Council for Local Government Services (The Green Book, referred to as ‘the Scheme’) and other locally negotiated agreements as adopted and amended by the Council. Continuous Service For the purposes of determining continuous employment with the Council, the Council will recognise a previous period of employment for employees transferring from an organisation listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government, etc) (Modification) Order (Northern Ireland) 1999. Further information and a Schedule of Employers can be obtained at www.legislation.gov.uk/nisr/1999/409/contents/made. No service with any other employer counts for the purposes of continuity of employment. In addition to redundancy, continuous service is used for the purposes of calculating other entitlements, for example Annual Leave. Hours of Work Please refer to the stated Terms and Conditions for the individual job. The post holder may be required to work outside normal office hours, including evenings, weekends, and Public and extra Statutory Holidays for which the appropriate payment will be made or time in lieu granted if relevant. Work Pattern Hours of work are kept under review and may change in order to meet operational requirements, providing requisite notice. Location and Transferability The post holder may be required to transfer to other locations in accordance with any requirements stated in the Job Description, any reviews of service delivery or other requirements as may arise from time to time. Any amendments made to work location will be implemented following appropriate consultation and provision of reasonable notice. Increments Progression within the salary band takes place annually until the maximum of the scale is reached. Probationary Period Appointments are subject to the satisfactory completion of a six-month probationary period in regard to, amongst other considerations, job performance and attendance. Failure to achieve a satisfactory probationary period may result in the employment being terminated with statutory notice. Holidays (i) The leave year runs from 1 April in any one year to 31 March the following year. (ii) If you join the Council after the commencement of a leave year, you shall be entitled in that year to annual holiday with pay proportional to your length of service in the remainder of that leave year. (iii) Employees (excluding Chief Officer and Chief Executive) are entitled to 24 days annual leave on joining, increasing to 28 days after 5 years service and 31 days following completion of 10 years continuous service (based on a 36-hour week - pro rata to hours worked). (iv) You are also entitled to 9 Public holidays (pro rata for temporary and part-time employees) and 4 Statutory holidays (based on a 36-hour week - pro rata to hours worked), as arranged by the Council. Uniform/PPE Where provided, the successful applicant will be required to wear the appropriate Council uniform/PPE at all times in the performance of Council duties. Council Policies You will be required to comply with all current and future council policies, procedures, guidelines, agreed working practices and any collective agreements. A copy of current Council policies can be obtained from Human Resources. No Smoking Policy Smoking is prohibited in all Council property and within any vehicles owned or leased by the Council. This includes the use of electronic cigarettes and vaping, which must not be used in Council premises (including vehicles) except in designated smoking areas. Pre-Employment Checks It is the right of Newry, Mourne and Down District Council to satisfy itself of the suitability of candidates for employment. Any offer is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks and the Council reserves the right to make further enquiries about the suitability of candidates as deemed appropriate. The Council reserves the right to revoke an offer of employment, from which there is no right of Appeal. Reserve List Applicants may be held on a reserve list for up to 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance at selection. In accordance with the Local Government Staff Commission Code of Procedures on Recruitment and Selection, vacancies for other similar posts may be filled from a reserve list of candidates. The Council is under no obligation to avail of reserve lists when making a decision on the method of recruitment to a post within a different functional area or work location and recruitment methods for a post are at management discretion. If a similar post does become vacant within this time, it will be offered to candidates on the reserve list in order of merit. Candidates will be provided with a specified timeframe within which to accept or decline the offer. Where the offer of a post is declined by the candidate they will be retained on the reserve list to be considered for future vacant posts. For internally trawled posts, candidates must remain employees, agency or casual workers throughout the selection process in order to be recommended for appointment. Candidates who are no longer employees, agency or casual workers at the shortlisting, testing/assessment or interview stage will not be eligible to progress through the process. Similarly, if placed on the reserve list, candidates must still be employees, agency or casual workers at the time that the vacancy is approved. Candidates who are no longer Newry, Mourne and Down District Council employees, agency or casual workers will not be offered any future vacant posts from a reserve list, even if the timing of the reserve list is still valid. Recruitment Expenses The Council does not reimburse any expenses incurred by candidates as part of the recruitment process.
Education & Enforcement Manager
**Please read recruitment pack before completing your application** Main Purpose of Post/Job Summary: The post holder will ensure, through effective allocation of resources, that the Education, Enforcement and Dog Control functions, including dog licensing, are delivered to meet the Council’s responsibilities efficiently, effectively and economically. Working, as part of a team or individually, within the Environment section, the post holder will be responsible for proactively driving service improvements in accordance with the development and implementation of the Council’s Waste Management Strategy and recycling initiatives to help achieve the Council’s recycling targets. Developing and implementing a programme of work within the Environment section to promote environmental and sustainability awareness with the public, schools, communities, businesses and internally within the Council. To be responsible for the management of the Enforcement, Dog Control and Animal Welfare functions. Drive service improvement through the Council’s Education and Enforcement Action Plan to include the targeting of problematic areas for improvement. Hours of Work: 36 hours per week. The post holder must be prepared to work outside normal office hours, including evenings, weekends, and Public and extra Statutory Holidays for which the appropriate payment will be made or time in lieu granted if relevant. Duration of Appointment: Permanent Work Pattern: Flexi 36 hours Monday to Friday. Hours of work are kept under review and may change in order to meet operational requirements, providing requisite notice. Salary Scale PO3, NJC spinal point 34-37, £46,579 - £49,817 per annum based on a 36 hours week (pro rata to house worked). Plus 19% employer pension contributions. It is Council policy to appoibnt at minimum salary scale point.
Packaging Operative, Level
Main Activities/Tasks Duration : Full Time, Permanent Location : Newry, Co. Down Contact : recruitment@norbrook.co.uk Additional Information: Previous applicants to this role, who have been unsuccessful in the past 6 months, need not reapply. Applicants should be able to provide proof that they have a right to work in the UK at the time of their application and can maintain their right to work in the UK throughout their duration of employment. We do not offer sponsership for this role. 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. 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.
Production Operative - Full Training & Career Progression
Continental Shift Pattern – Work Smarter We operate a continental shift pattern designed to give you more control over your time outside work.12-hour shifts and fewer working days, you’ll enjoy: • More days off to spend with family, pursue hobbies, or relax • Predictable scheduling for easier planning • Weekend flexibility in some weeks • Fewer commuting days Why you’ll love working here: • Good attendance bonus - £1500 per annum payable quarterly (subject to conditions) • 32 days annual leave + wedding & paid bereavement leave • Healthcare cash plan & free life assurance • Company pension scheme • Cycle-to-work & tech purchase schemes • Subsidised canteen & on-site parking • Employee recognition, perks & wellbeing initiatives The Role: As part of our manufacturing team, you’ll: • Make high-quality veterinary products in a controlled, GMP-compliant environment • Operate equipment safely and efficiently • Keep production flowing and complete documentation like a pro • Be flexible across tasks and shifts while learning and growing What We’re Looking For: • Ability to follow detailed instructions and procedures accurately • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety • Basic level of English and maths (assessed internally) • Ability to communicate clearly within a team and with other departments • Comfortable completing written or electronic records as part of daily work • Reliable, organised, and able to manage own tasks once trained • Willingness to work shift patterns Location: Newry, Co. Down Type : Full-time, Permanent Contact: recruitment@norbrook.co.uk Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for this role. Norbrook DOES NOT provide visa sponsorship for this position. Where an applicant's current right to work is time-limited, they MUST be able to maintain their right to work without employer sponsorship. 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.
Team Member
Costa Coffee requires a Full Time Team Member for our store in .Lesly Bloomfields 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: -
