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Maxi Zoo is part of the Fressnapf Group, the European market leader in pet product with 2,600 shops across Europe. Maxi Zoo is Ireland’s largest pet retailer and has over 30 shops in Ireland. Maxi Zoo Ireland is driven by the desire to make the life of pets and pets owners simpler, better and happier. We are currently recruiting for an Deputy Manager for our Mullingar Store. Why join us? · Competitive Salary · KPI related bonus · Certified with Great Place to work · Employee Discount - we offer employee discount of up to 40% in our stores and 20% in our Salon · Paid leave- Sick leave, annual leave and bank holidays, maternity/paternity leave · Refer a friend scheme · Advancement Opportunities – At Maxi Zoo we believe in promoting from within as much as possible and developing our team to have a career path. · Community- A chance to work in an environment where employees and customers share the same passion for animals · Educational Opportunities · Annual leave - starting at 21 days and rising to 23 days at year 6. · Employee assistance programme · Cycle to work Scheme What you will bring: · Experienced retail professional with a proven track record in deputy management roles · Ability to step up and lead with warmth and empathy, ensuring smooth operations even in the manager's absence. · A hunger for growth, eagerness to learn and eventually lead as one of our future store managers · Customer service is your passion, organisation your strength – ensuring every customer experience is exceptional. · Strong communication skills and a commitment to our company values are a must. What you will do: · Operational Store Excellence- Ensure adherence to store processes, regulations, and KPIs while supporting the Store Manager in analysing and improving results. · Customer Engagement- Ensure your team enrich customers' experiences with personalised advice and uphold a welcoming, tidy store atmosphere. · Leadership- Empower your team's growth and engagement through supportive leadership, training, and a culture of trust and respect. · Merchandising and Inventory- Ensure impeccably stocked shelves, use of correct planograms, ensuring accurate inventory management. · Brand Integrity - Ensuring that the animals entrusted to us are well cared for at all times, and that the welfare of the animal comes first. Maxi Zoo Ireland advocates responsible pet ownership. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Dog Groomer
Maxi Zoo is part of the Fressnapf Group, the European market leader in pet product with 2,600 shops across Europe. Maxi Zoo is Ireland’s largest pet retailer and has over 30 shops in Ireland. Maxi Zoo Ireland are driven by the desire to make the life of pets and pets owners simpler, better and happier. We are seeking a full-time qualified Groomer for our Mullingar Store Start your career in grooming as a Groomer! As a Groomer in our Grooming Salon, you’ll have the opportunity to build personal relationships with your customers and their pets each time they visit and truly become a part of their family. You’ll get to know their pets’ styles and personalities to create a customized, stylish experience just for them! From that first shampoo to that final strut home, you’ll take pride in the services you provide Why join us? · Service pay- Higher rate of pay from when you reach 12 months service · KPI Related bonus · Employee Discount - we offer employee discount of up to 40% in our stores and 20% in our Salon · Paid leave- Sick leave, annual leave and bank holidays. · Refer a friend scheme · State of the art grooming salon and full grooming equpiment · Advancement Opportunities – At Maxi Zoo we believe in promoting from within as much as possible and developing our team to have a career path. · Community- A chance to work in an environment where employees and customers share the same passion for animals · Educational opportunities- Continuous learning through our induction plan, e-learning academy, classroom training environment and development plans. · Employee assistance programme · Cycle to work Scheme What you will bring: · Fully flexible across 5 days, it is a full time role which includes weekends · Previous hands on experience in grooming salon and/or QQI Level 6 Dog Grooming/City & Guilds · Proficient in all aspects of grooming and clipping all dog breeds to a high standard. · Professional attitude that can communicate effectively with all salon customers and the wider grooming team to build trust and rapport with pet parents. · Time management: Independently prioritise and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes. · A passion for Animals: Interest in grooming/animal care. Are comfortable/confident around all breeds of dogs (large and small) and treats all furry visitors to the salon as they would their own pet. · Personal development: Drives their own development within the salon, is reliable, asks questions, uses time effectively to learn from the qualified groomer in the salon. Sees a long term career in grooming. What you will do: · Consultation - Communicating effectively with pet owners and providing advice and recommendations of the related product assortment. · Customer Engagement - Provide excellent customer service and demonstrate reliability and professionalism by consistently delivering high standard grooms. · Follow-Up and Follow-Through - Follow up with customers after their grooming appointments to ensure satisfaction and address any feedback or concerns promptly. · Sanitization and Cleanliness - Maintaining a clean and organized grooming area, including disinfecting equipment, washing towels and grooming tools, and ensuring a safe and hygienic environment for dogs and staff. · Product Knowledge – Promote Grooming Services and provide expert advice on products. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Sales Assistant
Description Maxi Zoo is part of the Fressnapf Group, the European market leader in pet product with 2,600 shops across Europe. Maxi Zoo is Ireland’s largest pet retailer and has over 30 shops in Ireland. Maxi Zoo Ireland are driven by the desire to make the life of pets and pets owners simpler, better and happier. Maxi Zoo Ireland are currently recruiting for a Sales Assistant for our Turners Cross store. Why join us? · Service pay- Higher rate of pay from when you reach 12 months service · Employee Discount - we offer employee discount of up to 40% in our stores and 20% in our Salon · Paid leave- Sick leave, annual leave and bank holidays · Refer a friend scheme · Advancement Opportunities – At Maxi Zoo we believe in promoting from within as much as possible and developing our team to have a career path. · Community- A chance to work in an environment where employees and customers share the same passion for animals · Educational opportunities- Continuous learning through our induction plan, e-learning academy, classroom training environment and development plans. · Employee assistance programme · Cycle to work Scheme What you will bring: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Store Manager
Maxi Zoo is part of the Fressnapf Group, the European market leader in pet product with 2,600 shops across Europe. Maxi Zoo is Ireland’s largest pet retailer and has over 30 shops in Ireland. Maxi Zoo Ireland is driven by the desire to make the life of pets and pets owners simpler, better and happier. To achieve this, we work hard, accept responsibility and seek every opportunity to learn about pets and customers. We are currently recruiting for a Store Manager for our new Mallow store, which is expected to open around Easter. Initial training will take place in one of our other locations, so applicants must have transportation to facilitate onboarding. The Store Manager is a leader who is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of their store, making sure it runs smoothly and effectively. The Store Manager reports to the District Manager, and together they provide a smooth and profitable operation by driving revenue and managing costs while creating a culture based on the highest quality pet care and exceptional customer service. Why join us? · Competitive Salary · KPI related bonus · Certified with Great Place to work · Employee Discount - we offer employee discount of up to 40% in our stores and 20% in our Salon · Paid leave- Sick leave, annual leave and bank holidays, maternity/paternity leave · Refer a friend scheme · Advancement Opportunities – At Maxi Zoo we believe in promoting from within as much as possible and developing our team to have a career path. · Community- A chance to work in an environment where employees and customers share the same passion for animals · Educational Opportunities · Annual leave - starting at 21 days and rising to 23 days at year 6. · Employee assistance programme · Cycle to work Scheme What you will bring: · Proven successful experience as a retail Store Manager · Proven track record in achieving KPI’s · Powerful leadership skills and business acumen · Strong customer service and organisational skills · Excellent communication and interpersonal skills What you will do: · Operational Store Excellence - Ensure adherence to store processes and guidelines. Optimise efficiency, streamline processes, and drive informed decision-making for enhanced store performance. · Operational Store Analytics – Achieve company KPI’s, Cash & Stock Management Audit, management of store personnel costs and sales performance. · Leadership - Empower your team's growth and engagement through supportive leadership, training, and a culture of trust and respect. · Merchandise and Inventory - Ensure impeccable product availability, planogram implementation and ensuring accurate inventory management. · Customer Engagement - Driving customer engagement by leading by example and ensuring the entire team provides exemplary service · Brand Integrity - Ensuring that the animals entrusted to us are well cared for at all times, and that the welfare of the animal comes first. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
HR Business Partner
Location: Ballincollig, Cork (Hybrid) Department: Human Resources Reports to: Head of HR About the Role Maxi Zoo Ireland are driven by the desire to make the life of pets and pets owners simpler, better and happier. To achieve this, we work hard, accept responsibility and seek every opportunity to learn about pets and customers. We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded HR Business Partner to support our Retail Support Office and partner with leadership teams across our Ireland retail operations. This role will act as a strategic advisor, delivering people initiatives that enable business performance while ensuring compliance with Irish employment legislation and company policies. This role is a full time position and based at our Head Office located in Ballincollig, Co. Cork. Fully remote work is not available. Key Responsibilities 1. Strategic HR Partnership CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Personal & Executive Assistant
Location: Limerick (On-site, 4–5 days per week) Contract Type: Permanent About Derevoya Group At Derevoya Group, we bring together a diverse portfolio of businesses across construction, property, and manufacturing, each with a proud heritage and an eye firmly on the future. Guided by long-term vision and strong values, we’re a close-knit team that thrives on integrity, professionalism, and collaboration. As we continue to grow and evolve, we are now seeking a highly capable Personal and Executive Assistant to provide direct support to our Chairman/CEO and CFO . This is a unique and rewarding opportunity for a discreet, adaptable, and proactive professional who enjoys variety, challenge, and meaningful impact. About the Role In this role, no two days will be the same. You will be trusted with a wide range of responsibilities spanning administration, finance support, project coordination, and confidential communications. You’ll play a central role in ensuring the smooth running of business operations, from managing day-to-day priorities to supporting strategic initiatives and liaising with internal and external stakeholders. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys working closely with senior leadership, and brings both professionalism and initiative to every task Key Responsibilities
HR Advisor
Role Responsibilities Employee Relations Case Management Provide comprehensive, expert advice and guidance on a range of complex and sensitive employee relations matters – including disciplinary, grievance, capability, and harassment & bullying – to line managers, ensuring compliance with policy, procedure, and legal frameworks. Support line managers and employees in resolving complex ER and attendance management cases by providing procedurally and legally compliant, tailored advice from initial consultation through to resolution, including informal interventions and mediation, formal investigations, hearings, and appeals. Draft, review, and quality-assure ER documentation such as investigation reports, correspondence, and management guidance. Attendance and Occupational Health Advise managers and employees on sickness and absence issues; liaise with Occupational Health and Employee Assistance providers; support application of Attendance Management procedures, including preparation of sickness absence reviews and complex case management. Manage the Occupational Health contract, including frontline medicals and management referrals; lead contract review meetings to address performance issues and escalate concerns to the HR Operations Manager where necessary. Manager Coaching and Capability Building Coach and guide managers to build confidence and capability in handling ER matters effectively and consistently, including equipping managers to navigate difficult conversations confidently and constructively. Design and deliver training on ER topics for new starters, employees, and line managers. Policy and Terms & Conditions Provide expert advice on terms and conditions of employment and other HR policies and procedures. Contribute to the development, review, and implementation of HR policies, practices, and procedures, supporting policy change and continuous improvement initiatives. Trade Union and Stakeholder Engagement Coordinate Trade Union meetings, including scheduling, accurate documentation of discussions, and timely follow-up on agreed actions. Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external trade union representatives to work collaborative working to resolve sensitive and contentious ER issues and maintain constructive dialogue. Data, Reporting, and Continuous Improvement Identify trends and recurring issues within ER and attendance cases; provide insights and recommendations to HR leadership for proactive interventions. Prepare accurate and timely documentation and data for reports and other management information as required. Contribute to wider HR initiatives, projects, and continuous improvement activities aligned with organisational priorities. Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of duties, and the post holder will be required to carry out other duties as required. Entry Requirements Applicants MUST be able to demonstrate in their application and where necessary at interview: ESSENTIAL CRITERIA Associate membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) and a minimum of 2 years’ experience of working within an HR department at HR advisory level. This experience must include at least three of the following: Providing support, advice and guidance to employees and management on: • Terms and conditions of employment and HR policies and procedures • Disciplinary, Performance, Grievance and Harassment & Bullying • Performance Management • Absence management OR, in the absence of Associate membership of CIPD A minimum of four years’ experience of working within an HR department at HR advisory level. This experience must include providing support, advice and guidance to employees and management on: • Terms and conditions of employment and HR policies and procedures • Disciplinary, Performance, Grievance and Harassment & Bullying • Performance Management • Absence management Proficient in the use of ICT, such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. As this post requires you to travel on official duty throughout Northern Ireland, you must have a full, current driving license or access to a reliable means of transport, which will enable you to fulfil your responsibilities. This is an operational requirement and is essential to meet business needs. DESIRABLE CRITERIA In the event of a large number of applications, candidates may be short-listed on the following desirable criteria, in this order: Membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD). Experience in an HR role of communicating / liaising with Trade Unions on a range of issues. Competencies The candidate should demonstrate the following competencies in the candidate response and interview process though examples and outcomes: • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and advise at all levels. • Strong investigation, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. • Ability to manage a varied caseload and work under pressure while maintaining attention to detail. • Professional, impartial, and confidential approach to sensitive matters • Ability to influence and negotiate with employees, line managers, Trade Union • Project management • Continuous Improvement mindset Other competencies related to the role may be tested at interview stage. What is on Offer Salary This Band 5 role offers a competitive remuneration package with a salary scale of £35,354 - £47,138 per annum (further pay award pending). Salaries are reviewed annually effective 1st April. Duration of Appointment Full-time, Permanent Location Westland House, 40 Old Westland Road, Belfast, BT14 6TE. Benefits Not only will you be working for one of Northern Ireland’s top companies, you will also receive a number of company benefits to include: • Generous annual leave and public holidays • Flexible working and family friendly policies • Hybrid working (available for certain roles after 3 months following onboarding and training) • Occupational sick pay • Employee assistance programmes • Cycle to work scheme • Volunteering support Pension As well as a competitive remuneration package, NI Water offers an excellent DB pension scheme with a current employer contribution of 26.2% (rate subject to pension fund valuation). Annual Leave Full-time employees receive 25 days of annual leave, increasing to 30 days after 10 years of service, in addition to public and privilege holidays. Part-time employees are entitled to a pro rata equivalent. Health & Wellbeing Programmes NI Water offers a multi award winning Health and Wellbeing programme offering a range of benefits and initiatives to support physical, mental, financial and social health including: • Seasonal health campaigns • Wellbeing Roadshows twice a year across all hubs, including free vaccinations and health checks. • A range of social networks and support forums
Clerical Officer
Band: Band 3 - £24,071 - £25,674 per annum pro rata Contract: Fixed Term for up to 2 years (with possibility of extension or being made permanent dependent on business needs) Hours: 18.5 hours per week Work Pattern: Wednesday afternoons, and Thursdays and Fridays (full days) with ability to be flexible to meet the needs of the service. Location: Main location Horizon House Childrens Hospice, 18 O’Neill’s Road, Newtownabbey, BT36 6WB but may on occasion require cover in dual sites of Adults Hospice: Somerton House, Belfast, BT15 3LH Reports to: Care Administrative Manager Job Summary The post-holder will provide a front of house service to all Children’s Hospice patients, families, visitors and all external clients. They will provide an efficient and effective administrative and secretarial support to support Northern Ireland Hospice Care Team. Principle Duties Administration & Record-Keeping • To provide a professional, welcoming front-of-house service to all Childrens Hospice patients, families, visitors, and all external clients. • To undertake typing of correspondence, policies, procedures, minutes, and reports as required. • To answer telephone enquiries with a helpful and polite approach and take accurate messages and forward to appropriate personnel in a timely manner. • To assist in the maintenance of Hospice filing systems, preparation and maintenance of patient records and relevant documentation as required. • Ensure timely and accurate maintenance of Hospice databases. • To run monthly management reports for Education Team and RQIA • Update and Monitor NMC and Registrations for all professional members of NI Hospice team. • Be responsible for all Training, Competency, Induction and Closure administrative work etc. • Schedule appointments / meetings and maintain calendars using Microsoft Outlook & Teams • To order patient transport as directed by clinical /medical staff. • Assist in yearly archiving of records. • To handle petty cash and donations in line with Hospice Policies and Procedures • Main point of contact for Hospice Tours. • Raise Purchase Orders for the Care Team. • To assist volunteer receptionist as and when required. General Responsibilities • To be able to prioritise and manage workload effectively. • To rotate as necessary to other areas and cover colleagues as required. • To promote the concept of team working. • To attend staff meetings • To participate in performance reviews and identify learning needs with line manager. • To adhere to NIH Policies and Procedures • To act as a role model • To provide cover and support within service as and when required within team service requirements. – which will include across site cover. • Any other duties as assigned commensurate with the job role. This Job Description is not exclusive nor exhaustive and may be amended to meet the changing needs of Northern Ireland Hospice. Essential Criteria • Four GCSE’s including English (grades A-C) or equivalent and One years’ experience in a clerical/administrative role in a healthcare setting with experience in the use of Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel and PowerPoint. OR Two years’ experience in a clerical /administrative role in a healthcare setting with experience in the use of Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel and PowerPoint. OR NVQ level II in Business and Administration or equivalent and one years administrative experience with experience in the use of Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel and PowerPoint. • Excellent Team-working skills as well as the ability to use own initiative. • Effective organisational skills with an ability to prioritise own workload. • Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Experience in minute taking. Desirable Criteria • Experience of financial procedures
Administrator
MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Maintenance and operation of Procurement System • Approve purchase orders in line with delegated authority and review and release purchase orders to suppliers. • Conduct daily requisition transfers, ensuring coding is correct and approval/s are appropriate, and budget is available. • Work with College Departments to ensure that Goods Acceptance is conducted on a timely basis. • Remove obsolete contract information. • Assist end-users with Agresso queries. • Train small groups of staff/individuals on Agresso Purchasing. • Liaise with end users to resolve queries and/or purchasing issues. • Provide Agresso reports to line manager. Organisational Procurement Compliance • Maintain the organisational contracts spreadsheets, updating and amending as required. • Ensure all requisitions are compliant with College procurement process. • Ensure appropriate documentation is in place prior to release of all college purchase orders. Spend Monitoring and Month End Processing • Conduct monthly organisational spend reports and compare against contract. • Update contract spend on monthly basis, and report deviations to Procurement Manager. General To contribute to the achievement of the College’s mission, values and strategic directions. Participate in the Colleges performance appraisal system. Participate in College developments, attend internal and external meetings and training programmes required. Adhere to general standards of conduct embodied in College policies. To implement and embed the College’s equality and diversity policies and respond to its equality and diversity duties as they relate to all stakeholders. Act, if directed as fire marshal or warden. Carry out, if directed, the role of first aider. To undertake such other relevant duties as may be reasonably expected of the post holder. Essential Criteria Qualifications¹ EITHER Hold a Level 3 qualification (or above) PLUS a minimum of one years’ experience of working in a finance, administrative or procurement setting. OR Have a minimum of two years’ experience working in a finance, administrative or procurement setting. English GCSE at Grade C or above, OR Essential Skills level 2 (or higher) in Communication, or equivalent. Maths GCSE at Grade C or above, OR Essential Skills level 2 (or higher) in Numeracy, or equivalent. Knowledge / Skills Experience of planning and organising administrative tasks. Experience in the use of Microsoft Office applications such as; Word, Outlook and Excel. Competencies The competencies required for effective performance in post are: Specialist Knowledge Information and Data Analysis Team Working ICT Literacy Communication and Personal Impact
Cemetery Maintenance Operative
Salary, Hours and Duration Salary: Scale 3 SCP 7 – 9 £26,403 – £27,254 per annum Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Thursday 8.00am to 4.00pm and Friday 8.00am to 3.30pm. Additional hours, weekend and public holiday working may also be required to meet the needs of the service. Duration: Permanent JOB PURPOSE The post holder will be required to excavate and backfill graves manually or mechanically, making necessary preparations before and after burials as appropriate, and carry out grounds maintenance of cemeteries to agreed standards. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Identify and check grave spaces and report irregularities. Dig and backfill graves by mechanical or manual means, operating dumpers or diggers as necessary, and act as banks person when required at opening of graves. Ensure that all statutes, laws, rules and regulations pertaining to burials are strictly followed and report any breach of the regulations. Responsible for interments, including site preparation and lowering coffin into ground, backfill and finish grave including placing of wreaths. Ensure that corteges are properly received and accompanied, where necessary, to the appropriate site and assist if required at interments. Assist in exhumations as required. Monitor monumental masons to ensure that the specification as per application is being properly carried out. Ensure that all enquiries and complaints are dealt with properly and quickly and deal with the public in a courteous manner. Undergo periodic training as and when necessary to keep updated with modern developments relating to burials and ground maintenance. Carry out daily checks of the cemeteries, including vehicles, plant and equipment, and report or deal with any damage observed as appropriate. Receive coffin from Undertaker and receive documentation including monies. Undertake maintenance of cemeteries and buildings including sweeping, grass cutting, hedge trimming, planting and removal of litter or rubbish. Carry out grounds maintenance, including turfing, seed sowing and spraying. Operate appropriate plant and vehicles relevant to cemetery operations. Secure buildings and set security alarms as required. Undertake any other relevant duties that may be required and are commensurate with the nature and grade of the post. Experience • At least 12 months experience in two or more of the following areas: ▪ Operating a variety of commercial grass cutting machinery ▪ Amenity horticulture skills ▪ Mechanical excavator operations (cemetery environment) • 12 months experience of dealing with the public in a customer service capacity. Key Skills, Knowledge and Attributes • Able to work as part of a team; • Good communication skills; • Demonstrate knowledge of good customer care practices and the ability to deal with the public in a sympathetic and understanding approach to the needs of the bereaved; • Able to work on own initiative with minimal supervision; • Able to work to deadlines; • Committed to quality work; • Committed to safe work. Driving Hold a full current driving licence (valid in the UK) including categories C1 + C1E. Working Arrangements / Flexibility 37 hours per week, Monday to Thursday 8.00am to 4.00pm and Friday 8.00am to 3.30pm. Additional hours, weekend and public holiday working may also be required to meet the needs of the service.