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OVERALL ROLE OBJECTIVE: Reporting to the Development Engineering Team Leader and working alongside the Mechanical Development Engineers, the successful candidate will attend training from an agreed Training Provider whilst gaining practical experience in AES over an initial two-year period. A further two-year period will comprise of 4 days per week in Almac in conjunction with day release to allow additional academic training. JOB SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Attend training as specified by the chosen training facilitator. Report to work in engineering department when not attending training. 2. Manufacture of framework components from engineering drawings. 3. Fabrication and assembly of components using hand tools. 4. Modification and repair of components for use in Production. 5. Bench finishing and fitting of components and tooling. 6. Maintain a clean and tidy working environment. 7. Comply with all instructions laid down in the company’s SOP’s and Engineering Procedures. 8. Any other duties deemed appropriate in relation to the position, including working additional hours as requested. QUALIFICATIONS 3 GCSE (or equivalent) passes Grade C or above in English Language and Mathematics (OR working towards an equivalent) KEY SKILLS Good communication skills, verbal and written. Ability to work under own initiative to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple tasks
Maintenance Technician Electrical
H&J Martin Ltd (part of the Lagan Specialist Contracting Group) is now recruiting for a Maintenance Technician Electrical Company: H&J Martin Limited – Asset Management Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Location: Cookstown Our Business H&J Martin Limited are a Fit Out and Asset Management company operating throughout the UK and Ireland. As part of the Lagan Specialist Contracting Group our mission is to provide Construction, Fit Out and Asset Management solutions in an environment where people feel safe, secure and valued. Role Overview The candidate will become part of our Delivery Team undertaking various planned maintenance and reactive/repair tasks to our many high-profile client properties throughout Northern Ireland. What you'll do The following reflect the main tasks associated with your position and are not intended to be exclusive or exhaustive How we'll reward you Of course, we ensure that our benefits package is competitive and allows you to enjoy your downtime. As well as a competitive salary we’ll provide a wide selection of lifestyle offers, development and learning programmes, services and support designed to help you manage and balance your work/life priorities. As an organisation that has been awarded Platinum status, the highest accolade to be awarded by Investors in People, we are continuing to invest in our people development and this role is no exception! Your application At Lagan Specialist Contracting Group, we want everyone to feel welcome. That’s why we want you to know that we'll work with you to make the application process as smooth as possible. So please just let us know if you need any adjustments or support – we'll do whatever we can to help. Please be advised that H&J Martin will seek an Access NI Disclosure for this position, which will be used in the decision-making process. We wish you every success in your application. The closing date for completed applications is Thursday 29th May 2025 at 12noon. LAGAN SPECIALIST CONTRACTING GROUP ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER
Driver- Hgv Metrology Technician
Driver- HGV (Technical Assistant) (22-25) Job Type Permanent Full-Time Category Metrology Location Cork Job Grade TA Job Details Job DescRiption Job title: Driver- HGV (Technical Assistant) Division: Standards & Metrology Department: Legal Metrology Reports to: Technical Manger Grade: Technical Assistant (TA) Grade Tenure: Permanent / Full-time Ref: 22-25 Location: NSAI Cork Office Job Overview The Legal Metrology Division is responsible for upholding and enforcing accuracy and transparency in trade measures by inspection and verification of measuring instruments used by traders and by inspecting pre-packaged goods to ensure correct quantity. The role of the Driver (Technical Assistant) in Legal Metrology is to ensure the smooth and efficient undertaking of inspection and verification activities when necessary. This involves the transport of equipment nationwide and the operation of test equipment and equipment under test. Key Tasks and Responsibilities Full details of this position can be found on the following link: 22-25-Technical-Assistant-Driver-LMT-Candidate-Booklet-open-External.pdf
Micro Technician
Job Overview Based within the QC Microbiology Department the successful candidates will work as part of our existing team reporting to the Head of Microbiology/Microbiology Manager. The successful candidate will be involved in routine microbiological testing of raw material, in process and finished product samples. 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.
Laboratory Porter
Remuneration The Salary scale for the post is (as of 01/03/25): €35,195 -€37,039 - €38,147 - €38,905 - €39,562 - €40,412 - €40,931 - €41,815 - €42,723 New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. Purpose of the Post Responsible for delivering portering services to all departments in TippUH. Principal Duties and Responsibilities Laboratory Porter Duties which include: · The person holding this post is required to support the principle that the care of the patient comes first at all times and will approach their work with the flexibility and enthusiasm necessary to make this principle a reality for every patient to the greatest possible degree · Have a working Knowledge of the health information and quality Authority (HIQA) standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, national Standards for the prevention and control of healthcare Associated infections, Hygiene Standards, Fire policy, fire drill etc. and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. · Collect and delivery all bloods/blood supplies and laboratory specimens to the laboratory. · Collect deliver specimens when required. · Co-operate and assist with National Audits. · Ability to prioritise job requests. · Report to immediate supervisor on any irregularities that might adversely affect the carrying out of assigned duties. · To perform any other duties that may be assigned appropriate to their work. · Ensure all patients are dealt with in a dignified and professional manner. · Attend for in-service training as required. · Be familiar and comply with lifting and handling techniques and attend mandatory training as required. · Comply with hospital dress code applicable to laboratory portering services. Health & Safety · Adhere to Covid 19 guidelines and attend training sessions as required · Be familiar and comply with the Hospital Policies in relation to Health and Safety, Fire, Infection Control, Waste Disposal and Smoking Policy. · Attend in-service mandatory training sessions. · Report accidents, fire, damage to equipment, Employees must attend fire lectures periodically and must observe fire orders. · Report unsafe conditions and defective equipment to the Support Services Manager or on site Manager out of hours. · When on duty, to report the presence of any unauthorised person to the nurse in charge or to the designated security officer. · Tipperary University Hospital is a smoke free campus. Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the hospital grounds. The introduction of the Smoke-Free Campus policy is in keeping with Tipperary University Hospital status as a smoke Free Hospital and a Health Promoting Hospital. · Infection Control Policies must be adhered to. · Hospital uniform code must be adhered to. · Provide information that meets the need of Senior Management. Other Responsibilities: · To take direction, guidance and fulfil any other duties as requested by the Support Services Manager / Household Services Team. Head of Department or Director of Nursing. · Maintain a flexible approach to the performance of duties. · Tipperary University Hospital will require flexibility in relation to areas where such flexibility is considered to be reasonable in accordance with the competence and safety of staff involved. · Hospital uniform code must be adhered to. · To support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. · All employees must complete the HSEland on line Children First programme and report any concerns to their line manager. · The post holder must be familiar with the necessary education, training and support to enable them to meet this responsibility. · The post holder has a duty to familiarise themselves with the relevant Organisational Policies, Procedures & Standards and attend training as appropriate in the following areas: o Continuous Quality Improvement Initiatives o Document Control Information Management Systems o Risk Management Strategy and Policies o Hygiene Related Policies, Procedures and Standards o Decontamination Code of Practice o Infection Control Policies o Safety Statement, Health & Safety Policies and Fire Procedure o Data Protection and confidentiality Policies The above job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/ or experience Candidates must on the closing date · Have attained such standard of education as would enable him/her to discharge the duties of the post satisfactorily. AND · Demonstrate previous portering experience in a healthcare or hospitality setting. Health A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Post Specific Requirements Demonstrate previous Portering experience in healthcare or hospitality setting. Other requirements specific to the post Flexibility regarding working hours as role will include working unsocial and flexible hours including evenings and weekends and night duty as this is a 24/7 service. Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Candidates must: Professional Knowledge: · Demonstrate a good knowledge of the healthcare setting and acute hospital services and the role of Laboratory Porter. · Demonstrate experience of working in a healthcare setting. · Demonstrate sufficient knowledge to effectively carry out the duties and responsibilities of the post. · Demonstrate knowledge of Infection Control Policy / Hand Hygiene Policy/Moving & Handling Policy/Health & Safety/Managing Complaints and Managing Challenging Behaviour. Commitment to Quality Service: · Demonstrate a commitment to providing a quality service, including an awareness and appreciation of the service user such as patients, general public, medical and non-medical staff. · Demonstrate professionalism at all times in dealing with patients, staff and the public and demonstrate evidence of ability to empathise with and treat patients, relatives and colleagues with dignity and respect. · Demonstrate the ability to undertake the physical demands of the role · Demonstrate motivation and appreciate the importance of the need to provide quality service for patients/relatives/public. · Demonstrate experience in dealing with people. · Demonstrate ability to present a neat and tidy appearance. · Demonstrate a commitment to providing a quality service, Demonstrate motivation and an innovative and appreciate the importance of the need to provide quality service for patients/relatives/public. · Demonstrate the ability to undertake the physical demands of the role Planning and Organising: · Demonstrate evidence of effective planning and organisation skills. · Demonstrate an organised, methodical and structured approach to work including the ability to meet deadlines and effectively handle multiple tasks. · Demonstrate experience in working effectively under pressure. · Demonstrates flexible approach to work. · Demonstrate ability to work on own initiative. · Demonstrate ability to manage tasks/deadlines and effectively handle multiple tasks. · Demonstrate effective analytical, problem solving and decision making skills. Teamwork: · Demonstrate ability to build and maintain relationships, including the ability to work with multi-disciplinary team members and the ability of working on their own initiative. · Demonstrate the ability to work on own initiative, prioritise and manage a number of issues simultaneously. · Demonstrate the ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team and make positive contributions to that team. · Demonstrate a flexible approach to work. Communication and Interpersonal Skills · Demonstrate excellent communication skills, including sufficient command of the English language so as to effectively carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role. · Demonstrate good communication & interpersonal skills. · Demonstrate ability to communicate with internal/external stakeholders in a professional, compassionate, respectful and dignified manner. Campaign Specific Selection Process Ranking/Shortlisting / Interview A ranking and or short-listing exercise may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application form. The criteria for ranking and or short-listing are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification. Therefore it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirements. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not being called forward to the next stage of the selection process. Those successful at the ranking stage of this process (where applied) will be placed on an order of merit and will be called to interview in ‘bands’ depending on the service needs of the organisation. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion The HSE is an equal opportunities employer. Employees of the HSE bring a range of skills, talents, diverse thinking and experience to the organisation. The HSE believes passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to its success – we aim to develop the workforce of the HSE so that it reflects the diversity of HSE service users and to strengthen it through accommodating and valuing different perspectives. Ultimately this will result in improved service user and employee experience. The HSE is committed to creating a positive working environment whereby all employees inclusive of age, civil status, disability, ethnicity and race, family status, gender, membership of the Traveller community, religion and sexual orientation are respected, valued and can reach their full potential. The HSE aims to achieve this through development of an organisational culture where injustice, bias and discrimination are not tolerated. The HSE welcomes people with diverse backgrounds and offers a range of supports and resources to staff, such as those who require a reasonable accommodation at work because of a disability or long-term health condition. Read more about the HSE’s commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Code of Practice The Health Service Executive will run this campaign in compliance with the Code of Practice prepared by the Commission for Public Service Appointments (CPSA). The Code of Practice sets out how the core principles of probity, merit, equity and fairness might be applied on a principle basis. The Code also specifies the responsibilities placed on candidates, facilities for feedback to applicants on matters relating to their application when requested, and outlines procedures in relation to requests for a review of the recruitment and selection process and review in relation to allegations of a breach of the Code of Practice. Additional information on the HSE’s review process is available in the document posted with each vacancy entitled “Code of Practice, Information for Candidates”. Codes of practice are published by the CPSA and are available on www.hse.ie/eng/staff/jobs in the document posted with each vacancy entitled “Code of Practice, Information for Candidates” or on www.cpsa.ie . Tenure The current vacancy available is permanent and whole time. The post is pensionable. A panel may be created from which permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration may be filled. The tenure of these posts will be indicated at “expression of interest” stage. Appointment as an employee of the Health Service Executive is governed by the Health Act 2004 and the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004 and Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Amendment Act 2013. Working Week The standard working week applying to the post is to be confirmed at Job Offer stage. HSE Circular 003-2009 “Matching Working Patterns to Service Needs (Extended Working Day / Week Arrangements); Framework for Implementation of Clause 30.4 of Towards 2016” applies. Under the terms of this circular, all new entrants and staff appointed to promotional posts from Dec 16th, 2008 will be required to work agreed roster / on call arrangements as advised by their line manager. Contracted hours of work are liable to change between the hours of 8am-8pm over seven days to meet the requirements for extended day services in accordance with the terms of the Framework Agreement (Implementation of Clause 30.4 of Towards 2016). Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the post will be confirmed at Contracting stage. Superannuation This is a pensionable position with the HSE. The successful candidate will upon appointment become a member of the appropriate pension scheme. Pension scheme membership will be notified within the contract of employment. Members of pre-existing pension schemes who transferred to the HSE on the 01st January 2005 pursuant to Section 60 of the Health Act 2004 are entitled to superannuation benefit terms under the HSE Scheme which are no less favourable to those which they were entitled to at 31st December 2004. Age The Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act, 2018* set 70 years as the compulsory retirement age for public servants. * Public Servants not affected by this legislation: Public servants joining the public service or re-joining the public service with a 26 week break in service, between 1 April 2004 and 31 December 2012 (new entrants) have no compulsory retirement age. Public servants, joining the public service or re-joining the public service after a 26 week break, after 1 January 2013 are members of the Single Pension Scheme and have a compulsory retirement age of 70. Probation Every appointment of a person who is not already a permanent officer of the Health Service Executive or of a Local Authority shall be subject to a probationary period of 12 months as stipulated in the Department of Health Circular No.10/71. Protection of Children Guidance and Legislation The welfare and protection of children is the responsibility of all HSE staff. You must be aware of and understand your specific responsibilities under the Children First Act 2015, the Protections for Persons Reporting Child Abuse Act 1998 in accordance with Section 2, Children First National Guidance and other relevant child safeguarding legislation and policies. Some staff have additional responsibilities such as Line Managers, Designated Officers and Mandated Persons. You should check if you are a Designated Officer and / or a Mandated Person and be familiar with the related roles and legal responsibilities. For further information, guidance and resources please visit: HSE Children First Webpage . Infection Control Have a working knowledge of Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc. and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. Health & Safety It is the responsibility of line managers to ensure that the management of safety, health and welfare is successfully integrated into all activities undertaken within their area of responsibility, so far as is reasonably practicable. Line managers are named and roles and responsibilities detailed in the relevant Site Specific Safety Statement (SSSS). Key responsibilities include: • Developing a SSSS for the department/service [1] , as applicable, based on the identification of hazards and the assessment of risks, and reviewing/updating same on a regular basis (at least annually) and in the event of any significant change in the work activity or place of work. • Ensuring that Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) is integrated into day-to-day business, providing Systems Of Work (SOW) that are planned, organised, performed, maintained, and revised as appropriate, and ensuring that all safety related records are maintained and available for inspection. • Consulting and communicating with staff and safety representatives on OSH matters. • Ensuring a training needs assessment (TNA) is undertaken for employees, facilitating their attendance at statutory OSH training, and ensuring records are maintained for each employee. • Ensuring that all incidents occurring within the relevant department/service are appropriately managed and investigated in accordance with HSE procedures [2] . • Seeking advice from health and safety professionals through the National Health and Safety Function Helpdesk as appropriate. • Reviewing the health and safety performance of the ward/department/service and staff through, respectively, local audit and performance achievement meetings for example. Note : Detailed roles and responsibilities of Line Managers are outlined in local SSSS. [1] A template SSSS and guidelines are available on the National Health and Safety Function, here: https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/safetywellbeing/about%20us/ 2 See link on health and safety web-pages to latest Incident Management Policy
Graduate Laboratory Analysts
Graduate Laboratory Analysts Hours of work: 37.5 hours Location: Craigavon Type of contract: Permanent Are you a soon-to-be Chemistry or Life Science graduate and thinking of your next steps? Or perhaps you have already graduated and wanting to jumpstart your career with a growing, progressive company? If so, look no further - we may have the perfect opportunity for you! Almac are excited to recruit a new graduate intake of Laboratory Analysts to join our growing teams in our Pharma Services business units. The roles will primarily support analytical testing to allow us to achieve our customer goals. We have opportunities available in Analytical Development & Quality Control Working in our state-of-the-art laboratories, we are committed to helping you achieve your career goals. With a structured programme of technical training, you will quickly develop and maintain sufficient technical knowledge to undertake the chemical analysis of raw materials, intermediates, and products according to set procedures and methods. You will be assigned a dedicated mentor, who will provide all the support you need to succeed in your new role. You will also participate in a professional competency learning and development programme to enhance your skills in areas such as communication, customer focus and time management. As your experience grows, and with clear career progression pathways in place, you will have fantastic opportunities to further advance and grow your career. In addition, you will find yourself working in state-of-the art laboratories with advanced equipment, and with some truly dedicated and inspirational people passionate about improving patient lives globally. These roles represent a fantastic opportunity to join a growing global company committed to the goal of advancing human health and which will provide you with an excellent platform from which to launch your career. What we are looking for… To apply for this position, you should hold 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) Grades A*- C, to include Mathematics and English Language, as well as a degree (or equivalent) in an Analytical/Chemistry or Life Science subject which includes a significant chemistry portion or be well on course to achieve this in Summer 2025. You should also possess theoretical knowledge of multiple laboratory techniques as well as some practical experience of performing analysis in a laboratory, either in a work or academic setting. Reward As well as a competitive salary and benefits package which includes an annual bonus, flexible working options and wellbeing initiatives, we can offer you an interesting and diverse career with immense job satisfaction. Other Information To apply, please complete the short online application form and submit your CV in PDF format if possible. A full job description can be found attached to the online job posting. It is anticipated these roles will commence in September/October 2025. The recruitment process will comprise of CV review, psychometric testing and interview. Please note: we will be unable to offer work permit sponsorship for these positions . Why not invest in yourself and your future career by joining us here at Almac? Closing Date: We will no longer be accepting applications after 5pm on Saturday 31st May 2025
Clinical Trials Laboratory Analyst
Clinical Trials Laboratory Analyst (Job Ref: 25N/CTLB) 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 Clinical Trials Laboratory Analyst within our clinical trials 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 conducting of testing for clinical research projects and clinical trials. The main duties of the role include: • Routine use of the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMs). • The performance of various analytical procedures including various manual screening and automated methods covering a wide variety of clinical diagnostics tests. • The preparation and handling of samples and diagnostic reagents. • The operation of various automated analytical systems • The accurate maintenance of analytical records. • Strict adherence of chain of custody procedures throughout the analytical process. • The routine maintenance and calibration of analytical instrumentation. • The preparation of specimens for transportation to ensure that their stability is safeguarded during shipment to the appropriate analytical laboratory. • Recording and monitoring of temperature for the laboratory and equipment. • Stock management. • Perform troubleshooting on technical issues. • Ensuring that all the necessary quality control checks are completed daily and that they meet internal criteria. • Participation in quality audits • Preparation of data reports and data checks required for clinical studies Who can apply? Essential criteria: • Qualified to at least bachelors level in a Life Science or Chemistry subject • Excellent communication and organisational skills • Ability to work as a team member of a cross-functional team. • Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines. • Strong work ethic and self-starter attitude • Strong attention to detail • Be computer literate Desirable: • Bachelors or masters degree in biomedical science. • Previous laboratory experience • Previous experience working on clinical trials • Previous experience in a clinical testing laboratory • Working knowledge of quality systems • Working knowledge of Health and Safety, including CoSHH How do I apply? Click Apply on the site of this advertisement. You will then 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.
