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Supervise the small works team in horticulture, gardening and general grounds maintenance works in Council facilities, public parks, sports grounds and similar open spaces, to the standards required. To present a courteous attitude at all times by assisting with the promotion of good working relationships between Council staff and members of the public. Ensure that the department complies with all statutory and legislative requirements by adhering to these requirements and working in accordance with good governance and health and safety requirements. Ensure that all responsibilities are carried out in a timely and effective manner and that general confidentiality is maintained in all areas relating to the work of the Council. PLEASE NOTE: Only application forms containing all the information which has been sought will be considered. The shortlisting panel will base shortlisting decisions on the information contained within the Essential Criteria narrative sections of the application form, however Desirable Criteria may be used. It is the applicant’s responsibility to provide sufficient relevant information including dates in this section of the form for each criteria. A reserve list may be established in order to fill future permanent and temporary posts that may arise for another similar vacancy within the following 18 months. Should a similar post become available within this time period, the post may be offered to those candidates on the reserve list, in order of merit, without the requirement for a further interview. The post may be offered on a full-time, part-time, permanent, temporary or fixed-term basis.
Head Of Finance
Post: Head of Finance Department: Finance Contract/Hours: Permanent, 37.5 hours per week Salary: HLMT 3 Location: Head Office, Horizon House, 18 O’Neill Road, Newtownabbey Reports to: Chief Financial Officer Role The Head of Finance is responsible for leading the day-to-day finance function of NI Hospice and it’s Trading Company, ensuring robust financial control, accurate reporting, and full compliance with statutory, regulatory and governance requirements. The post holder will support the CFO, Senior Leadership Team, and Trustees by providing high-quality financial information, insight, and assurance to enable effective decision-making, enhancing the delivery of value for money and ensuring long-term financial sustainability. This role will also assume responsibility for ensuring the Finance Digital Futures project requirements are met, supporting the delivery of the project, monitoring its progress against targets and ensuring that work allocated to the team is completed as required. For further information please refer to the Job Description and Specification below. If you have any queries, please contact a member of the People & Development Team on 02890 781836. The closing date for applications is Monday 15th June at 12pm (we recommend that applications are submitted at least 15 minutes prior to the closing time to ensure technical difficulties are not encountered). It is envisaged that interviews will be held week commencing 6th July 2026. For guidance on how to apply using our online application platform GetGot, or troubleshooting any potential issues, please refer to the following link: GetGot Application FAQs Please note all correspondence will be sent to the email address provided on your application form. Please ensure to check your 'junk/spam' folder as due to personal email security settings, emails can sometimes appear here. Any email correspondence will come from an email address ending in @nihospice.org. “We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons”
Assistant Outdoor Recreation Officer
A permanent vacancy currently exists within Mid and East Antrim Borough Council for the following post and applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates:- Assistant Outdoor Recreation Officer 37 Hours per week Scale 6, SCP 20 – 24, currently £32,597 - £35,412 per annum MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB Assist the Outdoor Recreation Officer in the development, promotion and implementation of projects and initiatives within all aspects of the service including countryside access, greenways, coastal and inland management e.g. beaches and urban greenspace, wildlife conservation and environmental education. Assist in the delivery of identified programme of practical conservation and enhancement actions for natural and cultural recreation including the engagement of key stakeholders. Take specific responsibility for supporting the Outdoor Recreation Officer in the implementation of Service Business Plans within their area of expertise. Assist the Outdoor Recreation Officer in relation to: PLEASE NOTE: Only application forms containing all the information, which has been sought, will be considered. The shortlisting panel will base shortlisting decisions on the information contained within the Essential Criteria narrative sections of the application form. It is the applicant’s responsibility to provide sufficient relevant information including dates in this section of the form for each criteria. Applications will only be accepted on the application forms provided; Curriculum Vitaes will not be accepted. Closing date for receipt of completed applications is Monday, 15 June 2026 at 4pm. Mid and East Antrim Borough Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Bank Support Worker
The Cedar Foundation is seeking to recruit for the following permanent position: Job Ref: 26-115-SW-CROFT-WEB Job Role: Bank Support Worker Salary: £13.45 per hour Location: Croft Communities, 71 Bloomfield Rd, Bangor, BT20 4UR Hours: Bank Flexibility is required to ensure the needs of the service are met. Support Workers must be available to work unsociable hours and on public holidays on a rotational basis. Working Pattern can be discussed. The Service: Croft Communities provide residential support to adults with learning disabilities. The Support Worker is part of the Croft Communities team, and the main purpose of their role is to provide care and support to service users with a learning disability to enable them to live happy and fulfilled lives reaching their full potential within their local community. Mayne House is a residential service in Bangor, Co Down. Mayne House is registered with RQIA to provide residential care to 9 service users with learning disability. The service provides 24 hour tailored care. Croft Lodge is a seven-bed wheelchair friendly respite unit which provides adults with learning disabilities the opportunity to come and enjoy a break with us. This service provides 24 hour tailored care and allows main carers to avail of a break to recharge. The Role: The role of Support Worker always requires a team approach with effective working relationships for the benefit of the service user. This includes: Please note - At present The Cedar Foundation does not offer Sponsorship. Essential Criteria: A minimum of 6 months caring experience (paid employment or personal caring responsibilities). Effective verbal and written communication to include numeracy skills. Interest in working with people in a care environment. Awareness of the needs of people with learning and physical disabilities. Apply online at: https://cedar-foundation.getgotjobs.co.uk/home Closing Date: 9th June 2026 at 10am THE CEDAR FOUNDATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER #nijobs
Packaging Operative
Job Overview The successful candidates will be based within the Operational areas of our Newry Facilities and will assist in the packaging of a wide variety of pharmaceutical products whilst ensuring that all operations are performed in line with GMP standards and Health and Safety guidelines. Our Manufacturing teams work to tight schedules, packing sterile and non-sterile products to meet Customer orders. They also work with our Quality teams to ensure that we produce high quality products at all times. Many of our manufacturing suites have been upgraded recently as part of our overall capital investment programme. Main Activities/Tasks Contact: recruitment@norbrook.co.uk Norbrook Laboratories Limited employs a workforce with members of all sections of the community and is committed to appointing people purely on the basis of merit. In accordance with our equal opportunities policy, we would particularly like to welcome applicants from the Protestant Community.
Warehouse Operative
Warehouse Operative Job Overview Applications are invited for the position of warehouse operative within the Norbrook warehouse team. The successful candidate will assist in the day to day tasks within the warehouse. Main Activities/Tasks Contact: recruitment@norbrook.co.uk Norbrook Laboratories Limited employs a workforce with members of all sections of the community and is committed to appointing people purely on the basis of merit. In accordance with our equal opportunities policy, we would particularly like to welcome applicants from the Protestant Community.
Dispensary Assistant
Join Our Team as a Dispensary Assistant! 💊 Are you ready to step into a role where every interaction makes a difference? McKeevers Chemists, Newcastle, is on the lookout for dynamic and dedicated Dispensary Assistants to join our team! Dispensary Assistant – Full-Time (40 Hours per week) Why McKeevers Chemists? 💊 Prescribing Positivity: Be part of a pharmacy that believes in the power of positive healthcare experiences. 🤝 Team Collaboration: Join a supportive team where your contribution is celebrated, and collaboration is key. 🌐 Community Impact: Be part of a pharmacy deeply rooted in the community, where your work directly impacts the well-being of our neighbours. What You'll Do: 📦 Assist in dispensing medications with precision and care- accepting prescriptions for filing, gathering and processing labels using IT systems 🌟 Customer Care: Provide top-notch service, creating a welcoming environment for our valued customers- informing customers on all health and associated products including over the counter medication, minor ailments and services offered by the Pharmacy. 🤝 Provide exceptional customer service and support- Handling telephone enquiries and giving advice while referring callers to the pharmacist when necessary. 🌟 Collaborate with pharmacists to ensure a seamless workflow 🧴 Maintain a clean and organised dispensary environment- operating efficient stock control to include ordering and rotation of goods. 💸Till operation and money handling. What We're Looking For: 👩⚕️ Enthusiastic Dispensary Assistants. ⌚️Fully flexible to work a variable rota between Monday – Saturday (Saturday shifts in accordance with branch rota).. 🔄 Strong attention to detail and accuracy skills. 📚 Previous experience is desirable but not essential if you are willing to learn and are passionate about ongoing learning and development. 💡 A team player with excellent communication skills. Perks: 💼 Competitive salary. 🥼 Free Uniforms upon joining 📈 Opportunities for professional growth and development. ✉️ Company pension 🎁 Staff discount instore Don't miss this chance to be an integral part of McKeevers Chemists mission to deliver exceptional care to our community! 🌟 *McKeevers Chemists is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Sustaining Tenancies Grant Funding Programme Manager
Please note that although this job advert is for a permanent post, offers for fixed term contracts may also be made from this file. BAND: 7 JOB PURPOSE: Reporting directly to the Head of Housing Policy & Tenancy Management, the Sustaining Tenancies Grant Funding Programme (STGFP) Manager will be responsible for leading delivery of the Sustaining Tenancies Grant Funding Programme in conjunction with programme partners, in line with our vision and values. REQUIREMENTS: 1. i) Hold a degree level qualification (level 6) or equivalent AND have a minimum of 2 years relevant* experience OR ii) Hold a level 5 qualification in Housing AND have a minimum of 3 years relevant* experience OR iii) Can demonstrate equivalent continuing professional development or experiential learning AND have a minimum of 5 years relevant* experience *Relevancy will be determined with due regard to the duties and level of responsibilities set out in the job description for this role APPLICATION PROCESS Application should be made using the on-line application form. Instructionson how to complete the on-line form appears once the form has been accessed. Make sure you follow these instructions. Candidates who require a reasonable adjustment to the application process should request this by emailing recruit@nihe.gov.uk quoting the particular Job Title and Reference Number. Guidance on the completion and return of applications is included in the Candidate Information Pack. The Northern Ireland Housing Executive have a policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders, a copy can be made available on request. LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED EVEN IF DELAYED DUE TO TECHNICAL REASONS. PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU ARE LOCKED OUT OF YOUR GETGOT ACCOUNT IT WILL TAKE A MINIMUM OF 10 MINUTES TO RESET YOUR PASSWORD. IF AN APPLICATION IS LATE BECAUSE OF THIS IT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. It is the responsibility of each candidate to ensure that all such information is provided. Candidates who fail to provide sufficient information on which a panel might determine their eligibility for the post will not be shortlisted. The Housing Executive is an equal opportunities employer. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Protestant community who are currently under represented in parts of our workforce.
Administration Scheduler
Key Responsibilities To accurately diagnose and record maintenance repairs for Housing Executive tenants and triage customer calls to establish work orders for issue to HED operatives. To schedule or reschedule all appointments to suit customers and/or business needs. To correlate repairs data and track repairs progress against agreed deadlines, following up on any beyond deadline jobs. To communicate and liaise with a range of internal and external stakeholders including customers, HED Supervisors and the NIHE CSU Unit to help deliver HED’s maintenance services. To build and maintain a knowledge and understanding of the schedule of rates. To carry out and complete all work to a high quality and in a timely manner to meet contract KPIs. To take an active and positive role within the team, working together to meet business objectives. To use a wide range of IT systems to record, manage, create, analyse and retrieve repairs information. General Duties To provide a high level of internal and external customer service and following issues through to completion, while ensuring timely escalation to senior management, when required. To ensure continued and effective working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders. To promote continuous service improvement by working with tenants and other stakeholders to improve service delivery. To represent HED as required and provide support and cover for the other team members as and when required. To undertake the duties of the role in such a way as to enhance and protect the reputation and public profile of NIHE. To adhere to the Core Values and Code of Conduct for Housing Executive employees and comply with all NIHE frameworks, policies and procedures, including but not limited to those relating to legal requirements such as equality, health and safety and information governance. To participate and/or facilitate Working Groups, Committees and other internal forums as required. To undertake any other duties, which may be assigned to meet organisational needs that are reasonably regarded as within the nature of the duties, responsibilities and grade of the post as defined. To provide cover for colleagues in order to ensure team resilience and meet organisational need. To promote, uphold and implement all NIHE policies, plans and procedures, ensuring policy requirements and timescales are adhered to. To analyse and resolve queries by investigating potential solutions working both individually and as part of a team. To manage their own performance and be flexible and responsive to change. Admin Schedulers are required to cover the out of hours repairs service between 5pm and 8pm Monday to Friday and 8am to 2pm on Saturday on a rota basis. Note: This summary of responsibilities and personal duties is not intended to be exhaustive. This role will develop and change in line with programmes and projects. Knowledge, Skills and Experience (i) Hold a BTEC National Certificate or equivalent Professional or Technical qualification (Level 3) plus at least one year’s relevant general administrative experience OR (ii) Have five GCSEs (Level 2), or equivalent qualification, plus at least two years’ relevant general administrative experience OR (iii) Can demonstrate three years’ general administrative experience and can demonstrate ongoing learning through completion of relevant courses and/or through relevant supported workplace or on-the-job training *Refer to Qualifications Framework for equivalencies. Knowledge, Skills and Experience (continued) Can demonstrate the relevant number of years’ experience in each of the below areas: (i) Providing an administrative service (ii) Engaging with customers and staff to coordinate service delivery (iii) Using a range of computer packages, including Word, Excel, Outlook etc. Knowledge, Skills and Experience (continued) Can demonstrate: • Excellent communication skills • Ability to work accurately to deadlines • Strong customer orientation • Excellent attention to detail • Ability to work as part of a team
Fire Safety Officer
Please note that although this job advert is for a permanent post, offers for fixed term contracts may also be made from this file. BAND: 6 JOB PURPOSE: To assist the Fire Safety Manager in implementing, monitoring and reviewing the Housing Executive’s Fire Safety Policies, Processes and Procedures and ensure the NIHE is fully compliant with its statutory and regulatory undertakings that reduces any risk to its customers, employees, and third parties to as low as reasonably practicable. REQUIREMENTS: 1. i) Possess a Degree or equivalent Level 6* qualification in an Architecture/Building Construction/Fire Safety related discipline PLUS 2 years’ relevant experience working in a building/construction or fire safety related function OR ii) BTEC Higher or equivalent Level 5* qualification in Architecture/Building Construction/Fire Safety related discipline PLUS 3 years’ relevant experience working within a Building/Construction or Fire Safety related function OR iii) Can demonstrate equivalent continuing professional development or experiential learning PLUS a minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience working within a Building/Construction or Fire Safety related function (Please include dates) *Refer to Qualifications Framework for equivalencies APPLICATION PROCESS Application should be made using the on-line application form. Instructionson how to complete the on-line form appears once the form has been accessed. Make sure you follow these instructions. Candidates who require a reasonable adjustment to the application process should request this by emailing recruit@nihe.gov.uk quoting the particular Job Title and Reference Number. Guidance on the completion and return of applications is included in the Candidate Information Pack. The Northern Ireland Housing Executive have a policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders, a copy can be made available on request. LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED EVEN IF DELAYED DUE TO TECHNICAL REASONS. PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU ARE LOCKED OUT OF YOUR GETGOT ACCOUNT IT WILL TAKE A MINIMUM OF 10 MINUTES TO RESET YOUR PASSWORD. IF AN APPLICATION IS LATE BECAUSE OF THIS IT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. It is the responsibility of each candidate to ensure that all such information is provided. Candidates who fail to provide sufficient information on which a panel might determine their eligibility for the post will not be shortlisted. The Housing Executive is an equal opportunities employer. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Protestant community who are currently under represented in parts of our workforce.
