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**Please read the recruitment pack before completing your application** Job Summary Responsible for the day to day delivery of all building maintenance work, providing high quality service to Newry, Mourne and Down District Council. Carry out a full range of multi-skilled building maintenance duties with the emphasis on building maintenance works at various Council properties cooperating with other trades and contractors to ensure completion of tasks. Hours of work 36 hours per week. Post holders must be prepared to work outside normal office hours, including evenings, weekends, and Public and extra Statutory Holidays for which the appropriate payment will be made or time in lieu granted if relevant. Hours of work are kept under review and may change in order to meet operational requirements, providing requisite notice. Duration of Appointment Permanent Work pattern Monday to Friday All posts are not eligible to participate in the Flexi Scheme. Location Strangford Road, Downpatrick Postholders may be required to transfer to other locations in accordance with any requirements stated in the Job Description, any reviews of service delivery or other requirements as may arise from time to time. Any amendments made to work location will be implemented following appropriate consultation and provision of reasonable notice. Salary Scale 5, SCP 14 - 19, £29,540- £32,061 per annum based on a 36 hour week (pro rata to hours worked).
Plumber
**Please read the recruitment pack before completing your application** Job Summary Working unsupervised or as part of a team, carry out a full range of plumbing duties efficiently and effectively, in a range of weather and working conditions. Hours of work 36 hours per week Post holders must be prepared to work outside normal office hours, including evenings, weekends, and Public and extra Statutory Holidays for which the appropriate payment will be made or time in lieu granted if relevant. Hours of work are kept under review and may change in order to meet operational requirements, providing requisite notice. Duration of Appointment Permanent Work Pattern Monday to Friday All posts are not eligible to participate in the Flexi Scheme. Location Strangford Road, Downpatrick Postholders may be required to transfer to other locations in accordance with any requirements stated in the Job Description, any reviews of service delivery or other requirements as may arise from time to time. Any amendments made to work location will be implemented following appropriate consultation and provision of reasonable notice. Salary Scale SO1, SCP 25 - 27, £36,363- £38,220 per annum based on a 36 hour week (pro rata to hours worked).
Driver / General Labourer
**Please read the recruitment pack before completing your application** Job Summary Working unsupervised or as part of a team, and in all weathers, the postholder will be mainly engaged in work in the Council’s Building Maintenance division but in general terms will be required to carry out the following duties at play areas/amenity areas/cemeteries and other sites as directed. Hours of work 36 hours per week. The post holder must be prepared to work outside normal office hours, including evenings, weekends, and Public and extra Statutory Holidays for which the appropriate payment will be made or time in lieu granted if relevant. Hours of work are kept under review and may change in order to meet operational requirements, providing requisite notice. Duration of Appointment Permanent Work Pattern Monday to Friday All posts are not eligible to participate in the Flexi Scheme. Location Greenbank Depot, Newry Postholders may be required to transfer to other locations in accordance with any requirements stated in the Job Description, any reviews of service delivery or other requirements as may arise from time to time. Any amendments made to work location will be implemented following appropriate consultation and provision of reasonable notice. Salary Scale 3, SCP 7 - 8, £26,403- £26,824 per annum based on a 36 hour week (pro rata to hours worked).
Electrician
**Please read the recruitment pack before completing your application** Job Summary Working unsupervised or as part of a team, the post holder will carry out a full range of electrical work, internal and external, efficiently and effectively. Hours of work 36 hours per week. Post holders must be prepared to work outside normal office hours, including evenings, weekends, and Public and extra Statutory Holidays for which the appropriate payment will be made or time in lieu granted if relevant. Hours of work are kept under review and may change in order to meet operational requirements, providing requisite notice. Duration of Appointment Permanent Work Pattern Monday to Friday All posts are not eligible to participate in the Flexi Scheme. Location Strangford Road, Downpatrick Postholders may be required to transfer to other locations in accordance with any requirements stated in the Job Description, any reviews of service delivery or other requirements as may arise from time to time. Any amendments made to work location will be implemented following appropriate consultation and provision of reasonable notice. Salary Scale SO1, SCP 25 - 27, £36,363- £38,220 per annum based on a 36 hour week (pro rata to hours worked).
Team Leader
TEAM LEADER (Newry) Could you lead a team of Support Workers who help young people to build the skills and confidence to maintain their own homes? MACS Supported Housing Service supports young people leaving care who are aged between 16 and 21. Team Leader will work in conjunction with the Manager to lead and manage a Support Staff Team and to maintain and develop the Supported Housing Service. If you could lead a team who assist young people to build the skills and confidence to maintain their own homes and promote the protection and safeguarding of young people living at MACS, please see attached Job Description and Person specification for essential skills and knowledge required for the post and click apply to submit your CV. See attached Recruitment Guidance notes and Why Work for MACS with more information, or email hr@macsni.org if you have any further queries. CV’s submitted must demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria required for the post. Posts Available: Full Time, Permanent Posts (Newry) Salary: £28,770 per annum Benefits: MACS Pension contribution of 4% of salary; up to 41 days annual leave (including bank holidays); enhanced paid leave for Sick, Maternity and Carers leave; paid training days per year; Flexible and remote working options available. Closing Date: Monday 18th August 2025 at 9:30am. MACS is committed to equality of opportunity and to selection on merit and all offers of employment are subject to an Access NI Disclosure Check.
Maintenance Technician
Job summary What you’ll be doing Key responsibilities will be wide ranging and will include with the following: In addition, the ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual who can work well as part of a continually developing team and demonstrate a multi skilled and tenacious approach to problem solving. Strong communication and interpersonal skills will also be required to facilitate interaction with colleagues at all levels throughout the Company.
Lecturer In Engineering
Permanent, Full-time (36 hours per week) The successful applicant may be required to work in any of the College’s buildings, as necessary. Job Purpose: To carry out the duties of a lecturer as set out in the Contract for Lecturers.
Marketing Assistant
JOB PURPOSE The Marketing Assistant will be responsible for assisting in the planning, delivery and administration of a wide range of marketing activities. In particular, the post holder will have responsibility for: • Marketing and Design Support (including Campaigns, Publications, Events, Digital and PR) • School Liaison • Administrative Support • Finance Support • Reporting Support MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Marketing and Design Support To provide effective and efficient support to the planning, delivery and review of a wide range of marketing activities, including but not limited to: o Campaigns and Publications Support • Provide support to coordinate and deliver direct marketing campaigns. • Provide support in the development of all college publications (e.g., Prospectus) including proofreading. o Events Support • Maintain events merchandise, databases, and records. • Input and confirm delegate registrations. • Assist at events with setup, teardown, registrations, and handling internal and external queries. o Digital Support • Provide support in uploading web and social media content. • Generate regular digital reports. • Manage and respond to social media enquiries and messages. • Support marketing and communications processes for events and recruitment campaigns. • Support content uploads to the internal intranet. School Liaison • Support Marketing Officers in developing robust marketing plans for each school. • Maintain a regular schedule of meetings and key actions across shared databases. • Provide status reports on activities as required. Administrative Support • Provide effective administrative support for all teams within the Marketing and Design Centre. • Maintain the Centre’s online filing system, ensuring up-to-date and accurate records. • Perform daily clerical duties, including: Word processing Minute taking Answering and screening phone calls Taking messages Sorting and distributing mail, email, and social media queries Copying and collating Organising meetings (room bookings, catering, travel) Other duties as necessary • Act as first point of contact for Marketing and Design Centre enquiries and signpost accordingly. • Liaise with senior staff on Centre request systems and good news story capture. • Manage coordination of College Notice Boards and Digital Signage content. Finance Support • Monitor the Centre budget and report variances. • Ensure accurate processing and authorisation of invoices and purchase orders, following College procurement procedures. • Process records related to income, expenditure, travel claims, and reports for payroll. • Order stationery, merchandise, office equipment, and other goods/services in line with procedures. • Liaise with Finance and Payroll departments when required. Reporting Support • Provide administrative support for the collation and production of Marketing and Design performance/activity reports against KPIs. • Work with team members on producing reports and trackers, including: Marketing activity reports (Events, PR, Digital, Campaigns) Admissions and Enrolment reports assessing recruitment campaign impact College-wide reports (e.g., Awards) Analytics tracking performance Development of reporting templates Team Performance • Build strong working relationships within the Marketing and Design Team to meet College marketing objectives. • Ensure high quality of all work outputs, in line with Centre standards. • Stay informed about the College, its strategic directions, products, and developments. • Assist with mentoring and supervising interns and placement students. General • Deliver excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders. • Promote and comply with all College policies and procedures. • Support the College’s mission, values, and strategic goals. • Drive continuous improvement and foster a culture of innovation. • Represent the College at meetings and events as required. • Provide project support to Marketing and Design Team members. • Carry out other duties as assigned by the Marketing and Design Centre Manager. • Act, if required, as Fire Marshall/Warden or First Aider, subject to College policy. Personnel Specification Essential Criteria Qualifications • 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. • Level 3 qualification or above in a relevant discipline. Knowledge / Skills (Desirable) • Experience of carrying out marketing administrative tasks. • Experience working as part of a team to organise events and/or marketing activities. • Experience working on multiple projects. • Experience providing administrative support, including analysing data and generating reports. Competencies The competencies required for effective performance in the post are: • Planning, Prioritising and Organising • Information and Data Analysis • ICT Literacy • Innovation and Creativity • Communication and Personal Impact
Marketing Officer
JOB PURPOSE: The Marketing Officer will work collaboratively with key stakeholders across the college including all five academic schools and the department of Skills, Business and Inclusion. In particular, the post holder will have lead responsibility for: SALARY/GRADE: Band 5 £31,586 – £35,235 per year
Warehouse Operative
Bondelivery specialise in the secure storage and transportation of goods to a wide variety of high profile customers throughout Ireland. We have the following permanent vacancy on our DAY SHIFT in our Nutts Corner Depot. We require an enthusiastic self-starter to ensure that sortation – loading/unloading vehicles, scanning and housekeeping correctly according to client specification are carried out. Also to carry out a variety of general warehousing duties. Sunday to Thursday – 8:00am to 4:30pm plus overtime as required Starting on: £12.21 or experienced rate £12.46 per hour gross (21 years & over) or starting on: £10.75 per hour gross (under 21 years) overtime as required paid in addition to above Holiday pay paid on overtime hours, Company Uniform provided Essential skills for role: Previous experience loading/off loading vehicles Good numerical, literacy and accuracy skills Good English communication and listening skills Desirable skills for role: Experience working in a fast moving warehouse environment Previous experience using hand-held terminals/scanners (although training will be provided) Computer Literacy Skills BONDELIVERY APPLICATION FORM MUST BE COMPLETED ON OUR WEBSITE AT www.bondelivery.com to be considered for the above position.