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Main Purpose of Job: We are currently recruiting for a Valetor/Detailer to join the Connolly Motor Group, within the Valet team at Audi Galway.The successful candidate will be required to work as part of the valet team to continuously deliver the highest level of satisfaction to internal and external customers. This will require you to continually strive to ensure the appropriate sales and service vehicles are in a first-class condition. You will also ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction is continually attained, completing the work on time. Role Responsibilities:
Customer Service Executive
C&D Foods and its affiliates are one of the largest pet food manufacturers in Europe, offering specially-formulated cat and dog food for the private label market. Founded in 1969, C&D Foods and its affiliates have grown to become one of the industry’s leading pet food producers with eight manufacturing sites across Europe supplying quality products to customers around the world. We provide a one-stop-shop for all our customer’s wet and dry pet food needs, from large-scale, low-cost highly-automated facilities to multi-purpose, smaller volume flexible sites. Through our dedicated Nutrition & Research Centre and focus on continuous improvement, we’ve developed a reputation for innovation, collaboration, quality and market expertise. JOB OVERVIEW: At our head office in Mullingar Co. Westmeath we are currently inviting applications for the role of Customer Service Executive (UK & Ireland) to join the Customer Service team. The Customer Service Executive will report to the Customer Service Manager and deliver exceptional service by managing customer orders from entry through to delivery. This role acts as the key link between customers, the Commercial team, and 3PL partners to ensure smooth coordination of all customer orders and sales activities. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Naval Service General Recruit
What is a Naval Service Recruit? A Naval Service Recruit is a person who enlists for General Service in the Naval Service, the maritime component of the Irish Defence Forces. The Recruit Training and Able Rate Courses focus on instilling military discipline, physical fitness, seamanship, weapons handling and training in naval operations. This is your opportunity to be part of a professional and dynamic team that patrols and protects Ireland’s territorial waters. You will be fully trained but applicants should have: Permanent Base: Naval Base, Haulbowline,Co Cork Current Rates of Pay
Executive Assistant
The Role Maynooth University is committed to a strategy in which the primary University goals of excellent research and scholarship and outstanding education are interlinked and equally valued. Estates is responsible for the commercial, functional and operational estate, including capital development, hard and soft facilities management, student residences and commercial leases. The Estates Office is seeking to appoint an Executive Assistant to assist in the administration of a broad range of activities associated with a high volume and high profile office, reporting directly to the Director of Estates or nominee. The candidate will assist in administrative tasks and be an essential part of the Estates team, with particular emphasis on the support of operations. Principal Duties Administrative and other duties: This will include: • Provide a wide range of administrative support to the operations team, such as arranging meetings and room set up, handling maintenance requests and queries, and dealing with general office enquiries (internally and externally). • Attend meetings as requested by any of the team to support office work and activities. • Planning and organising operations, including logistics. • Compiling newsletters and articles for inclusion on the Estates website and social media channels. • Providing support to the Estates team on financial administration of the office, such as maintaining financial records for projects and the office, processing and requesting invoices, and processing purchase orders. • Documentation and record-keeping, maintaining detailed records. • Communicate, engage and liaise with colleagues in Estates and staff in other administrative functions in the University to support the administrative responsibilities of the Estates Office. • Other tasks as may be directed from time to time by the Director of Estates or nominee. The ideal candidate will have: Essential • Proven excellence in interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal. • Strong organisational and administrative skills, including financial administration. • Ability to work well under pressure. • Ability to work well on own initiative. • Proven ability to work constructively in a team and within a busy environment. • Excellent time management and the ability to plan and prioritise tasks and meet deadlines, with accuracy and attention to detail. • Excellent IT and Microsoft Office 365 productivity suite skills, e.g. MS Word, MS Excel, email, PowerPoint. Desirable • Digital marketing (web maintenance and editing) and events management skills. • Social media administrator experience. • Experience working in a University or similar environment. • Experience of University administrative procedures. Estates The Estates Department is one of the largest service departments in the University and is responsible for the co-ordination, delivery and management of essential services to the academic, administrative and corporate functions of both Maynooth University and St. Patrick’s College Maynooth. Services provided include grounds and buildings maintenance, cleaning, switchboard, photocopying and post, audio-visual, transport, boardroom reservations, waste management, traffic management and sustainable travel. Estates encompasses Campus and Commercial Services, Residences, Campus Development, Security, MU Events and Health and Safety. The University Maynooth University is a very distinctive university, a collegial institution focused on science and engineering, humanities and social sciences, and equally committed to research, teaching and community engagement. Located in Ireland’s only university town, its distinctive features and character owe much to its unique history and heritage. It provides a high-quality educational experience to over 17,000 students on a campus with 18th century roots and 21st century dynamism. Maynooth University is a place of lively contrasts – a modern institution, dynamic, rapidly growing, research-led and engaged, yet grounded in historic academic strengths and scholarly traditions. We offer a range of programmes at undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral level in the humanities, science and engineering and social sciences, including business, law and education, along with a range of international programmes and partnerships. The strategic trajectory and accomplishments of Maynooth University, since its establishment as an autonomous public university, are exceptional and a source of great pride to the University community, staff, students and alumni. Maynooth University ranked in the top 90 global Times Higher Education Young University rankings in 2024. Its growing global reputation is based on the originality, quality, importance and impact of its research and scholarship, commitment to teaching and learning, the quality of academic programmes, and its leadership in widening participation in higher education. The sources of success are the dedication of its staff and the energy and engagement of its students. Maynooth University’s Values Our values define who we are, what we believe in and how we act as a community. They underpin our future success and guide our expectations of ourselves and each other. Our values apply to everyone in the University community: • Integrity • Collegiality • Responsibility • Freedom of expression • Ambition Tenure This is a full-time, permanent post. Salary Executive Assistant (2026): €32,530 – €48,930 per annum (13 points). Appointments will be made in accordance with public sector pay provisions. Hours of work A 35-hour working week is in operation in respect of full-time positions (pro-rated for part-time positions).
Hire Fitter
Part of Grafton Group Plc, Chadwicks Group is the market leader in the builder's merchanting industry in the Republic of Ireland. Main brands include Chadwicks, Heiton Buckley, Cork Builders Providers, Panelling Centre, Davies, Telfords, Proline & Sitetech. Principle Objective To work closely with the Sam Hire Department Manager to ensure a high level of service to our customers while also adhering to high work standards. Knowledge & Experience
Stock Controller
Chadwicks Group, part of the esteemed Grafton Group Plc, holds the prestigious position as a leading force in the builder's merchanting industry throughout the Republic of Ireland. Its foundational operations are rooted in the well-established Builders Merchants division, where renowned brands like Chadwicks, Cork Builders Providers, Davies, and Telfords have become trusted names for quality products and services. Beyond its core, the Group has embraced growth and diversification, skillfully augmenting its brand family through thoughtful acquisitions and natural growth. This strategic expansion has introduced a suite of complementary brands — Heitons Steel, Panelling Centre, Morgans Timber, Proline, and Sitetech — each offering a distinct selection of products that enrich Chadwicks Group's portfolio. This blend of time-honoured tradition and modern expansion strategies underlines Chadwicks Group's prominence in the industry, ensuring it remains at the forefront of innovation and customer satisfaction. Principle Objective Reporting to the Branch Manager the role of the Stock Controller is to perform daily cycle counting and investigation of variances while also overseeing stock takes in their branch. Knowledge & Experience “Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Chadwicks Group we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.” DISCLAIMER: Chadwicks Group reserves the right at any time to change, delete, or add to any of the provisions of this Role Profile at its sole discretion and it is the colleagues responsibility to familiarise themselves with these changes. Furthermore, the provisions of this Role Profile are designed by Chadwicks Group to serve as guidelines rather than absolute responsibilities and duties.
Hire Supervisor
Part of Grafton Group Plc, Chadwicks Group is the market leader in the builder’s merchanting industry in the Republic of Ireland. The core business is through the traditional Builders Merchants division. Main brands include Chadwicks, Cork Builders Providers, Davies & Telfords. In addition, and through organic growth and acquisitions the Group have established a range of brands which are close to the core but offer a uniquely different range of products. These include Heitons Steel, Panelling Centre, Morgans Timber, Proline, Sitetech, HSS Hire & MacBlair Principle Objective As Hire Supervisor you will manage all aspects of the hire operation in your branch and to oversee the maintenance and service of all plant, electrical and engine run tools. Key to this role is driving sales of hire products, developing new business and servicing our existing customer base while also ensuring the smooth running of daily operations. Knowledge & Experience
Service Technician
Part of Grafton Group Plc, Chadwicks Group is the market leader in the builder’s merchanting industry in the Republic of Ireland. The core business is through the traditional Builders Merchants division. Main brands include Chadwicks, Cork Builders Providers, Davies & Telfords. In addition, and through organic growth and acquisitions the Group have established a range of brands which are close to the core but offer a uniquely different range of products. These include Heitons Steel, Panelling Centre, Morgans Timber, Proline, Sitetech, Rooney’s Hardware & HSS Hire. About the role: As a Service Technician you will service and repair our full range of hire equipment and tools, maintaining the quality, safety, reliability, and availability of hire stock in a cost-effective manner. You will maintain and ensure maximum workshop productivity in line with company targets, while adhering to damage process, ensuring product damage is highlighted to company guidelines on Health & Safety at Work and cost recovered via the company procedure. Health & Safety:
Litter Warden
About Fingal County Council Fingal is a highly attractive place to live, work, visit and do business. It comprises a geographical area of 450 sq.km stretching from Balbriggan in the north, to Blanchardstown in the west and to Howth in the east. The area is defined by the diversity of its landscape and settlement patterns with rural, urban and suburban locations all rolled into one county. There is 88kms of coastline, three large protected estuaries and salt marsh habitats and 13 major beaches. Fingal County Council is one of the county’s major local employers and currently employs approximately 1,600 staff. The Council is mandated to deliver a diverse range of functions and services which can be broadly described under the headings of the provision of physical and social infrastructure, housing, economic and tourism development, community development, recreation and amenity services and the management of the planning and environmental regulatory framework. The role of the County Council as provided for in law is to represent, lead and serve the communities of Fingal. 1. The Role Reporting to the Environment, Climate Action, Active Travel and Sports Directorate, The Litter Warden will play a pivotal role in enforcing litter laws and promoting cleanliness throughout the County as set out in the objectives and actions of the Fingal County Council Litter Management Plan. The Litter Warden will also liaise directly with the Dog Warden Service contractor and the Animal Welfare Section on issues relating to the issuing of Litter Fines, patrols and educational awareness activities. Liaise and co-operate with the Waste Enforcement Section and the Operations Department on issues regarding litter enforcement and illegal dumping. 2. Duties The key duties of the Litter Warden include, but are not limited to: Candidates may be shortlisted for interview based on the desirables listed above. Uniform The person appointed will be required to wear a uniform, including a luminous safety vest, and all other appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (which will be supplied by the Council) at all times when on duty, unless otherwise authorised by the County Council. Particulars of Employment The employment is whole time, permanent and pensionable. Persons who become pensionable employees 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 dependent or qualified children). Persons who become pensionable employees 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 employees of a local authority will be required in respect of the local Government (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. PROBATION (a) there shall be a period after such employment takes effect during which such persons shall hold such employment on probation, (b) such period shall be one year but the Chief Executive may at his or her discretion extend such period, (c) such persons shall cease to hold employment at the end of the period of probation unless during such period the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory. SALARY €766.61 - €802.34 per week Persons who are not serving local authority employees will be based on the minimum of the scale. Holders of the post 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 post or in respect of any services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. HEALTH For the purpose of satisfying the requirement as to health it will be necessary for successful candidates, before they are employed, to undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the Local Authority. RETIREMENT AGE The retirement age is 70 years. Recruitment A local authority may decide, by reason of the number of persons seeking admission to a competition, to carry out a shortlisting procedure. The number of persons to be invited, in these circumstances, to interview shall be determined by the local authority from time to time, having regard to the likely number of vacancies to be filled. Selection will be by means of an interview conducted by or on behalf of the local authority. Candidates will be required to pay any expenses incurred by them in attending the interview. 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 possess the qualification declared for the post and that they are otherwise suitable for employment may, within the life of the panel, be employed as appropriate vacancies arise. The local authority shall require a person to whom employment is offered to take up such employment within a period of not more than 6 weeks and if he or she fails to take up the employment within such period or such longer period as the local authority in its absolute discretion may determine, the local authority shall not employ the person.
Gardener
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
