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We are seeking an enthusiastic and energetic General Operative to join our Warehouse Team on a full-time basis at Barry Group. The position will be 39 hours per week and will be based in Mallow, Co. Cork, at Barry Group Head Quarters. Role Purpose: Barry Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Facilities Manager
Building a sustainable tomorrow We don’t do short-term thinking. BAM offers real long-term career pathways, with opportunities to grow into new roles, explore new specialisms, and even work overseas. Many of our people have stayed for years, progressing through the business as their careers and lives evolved. We are currently looking for a Facilities Manager to join our team based in Athlone. Some travel to other provincial sites will be required. What’s in it for you? Opportunities! Opportunities to work with a great team on some of Irelands largest, dynamic and most exciting construction and civil engineering projects. Opportunity to develop your skills to the highest industry standards at one of the country's largest construction firms.We are committed to our employees and offer strong competitive salaries along with benefits such as:
Team Manager
Salary: €47,375 Contract: Full-Time Permanent, 5 days out of 7 Benefits: 23 days annual leave, pension, colleague discount, enhanced maternity and paternity leave, employee assistance programme. BECAUSE PEOPLE LISTEN WHEN YOU TALK A people-first culture where you can work with impact. A business that continues to grow and invest creating maximum joy at minimum cost. Just look at our 80,000+ colleagues across 450+ stores covering many markets globally, all leaving their mark. Our colleagues are the heart of everything we do – we’re caring, dynamic and we succeed together. The Team Manager role is at the forefront of this. There’s real accountability and ownership, we give our managers freedom within a framework, which means you can shape your team’s development and encourage a fast, efficient, enjoyable customer experience. What you’ll do At Primark we do retail our way…so here is a taste of what you can expect in the role. Excited? Good. Because it’s energising to put your skills to work in a growing global business committed to helping people express themselves – and feel a sense of belonging. Apply to make an impact as a Team Manager and be welcomed to the wide world of Primark.
Swimming Pool Assistant Manager
Nestled in the heart of our forest you will find the centrepiece of Center Parcs, the Subtropical Swimming Paradise. Heated to 29.5C all year round and open from 9am to 8pm daily, the huge pool area includes a toddler pool, wave pool, whirlpool and exciting flumes as well as the wild water rapids. There are many activities available from learning to Snorkel, Scuba Diving and Aqua jets. SWIMMING POOL ASSISTANT MANAGER | Circa €38,700 per annum We have an exciting opportunity to join the management team of our Subtropical Swimming Paradise. In conjunction with the Pool Manager, you will ensure the safety of all guests and the smooth running of the Subtropical Swimming Paradise facilities. You will also have responsibility for maintaining and driving the commercial management and the control of associated costs, including retail sales. You will assist with the management of budgets for all resources including personnel, operational costs and revenue generation. You will support the Pool Manager in managing a team of 70+ Lifeguards and oversee the daily pool operation including pool activities, ensuring that water quality is maintained to both national and Center Parcs standards, liaising with technical services in relation to any technical breakdown issues. The highest level of cleanliness and building management standards must be consistently achieved. You will support with facilitating and developing a culture that promotes and encourages the general wellbeing, motivation, and morale of your team, whilst ensuring effective performance management strategies are in place and your team are actively contributing towards this. Due to the sensitive nature of this role the successful applicant will be required to apply for Garda Vetting. This disclosure, together with other selection information, will need to be satisfactory to the Company for employment to commence. Please note that to apply for a role with us, you must be able to reliably commute to Center Parcs Longford Forest, as it is not easily accessible by public transport. If you plan to use public transport, please follow this link for a realistic overview of your commute: Plan Your Journey HOURS OF WORK You will be contracted to work 150 hours per 4-week period on a flexible basis. This means that your days and hours of work could vary each week, but you will always receive at least your contracted hours each period. As our village is open 365 days of the year, your working hours will include weekends, public / bank holidays and during Christmas and / or New Year on a rota basis with a premium rate of pay for hours worked on a Sunday. ABOUT YOU Essential requirements: If this sounds like your ideal job, then we’d love to see your application.
Employer Engagement Officer
NATURE OF POST One permanent position - 35 hours per week SALARY SCALE €60,610 - €78,794 (including two long service increments). As per DES guidelines, new appointees who are entering this grade for the first time will start at the minimum point of the scale, however incremental credit may apply, if, immediately prior to appointment the appointee is already a serving Civil or Public Servant. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. LOCATION Appointment is to the Louth Meath Education and Training Board Scheme. REPORTING / ACCOUNTABILITY RELATIONSHIP The Grade VII Administrative Officer reports to the AMTCE Management Team / LMETB Further Education and Training Director. POST SUMMARY / PURPOSE The successful applicant will have responsibility, under general direction, for a large section or area of a specific department. The successful applicant may have a large, multilevel staff and will be expected to take responsibility for decision making in the section or area. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA Citizenship Requirement Candidates should note that eligibility to compete for posts is open to citizens of the European Economic Area (EEA) or to non-EEA nationals with a valid work permit. The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union along with Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway. Swiss citizens under EU agreements may also apply. Health and Character Those under consideration for a position may at the discretion of the employer be required to complete a health and character declaration and a Garda Vetting Form. References will be sought. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA Candidates for a Grade VII Officer post must: Have the requisite knowledge, skills, and competencies to carry out the role. Competencies will be informed by best practice Public Appointment Service competency frameworks for the Irish Public Service. Be capable and competent of fulfilling the role to a high standard. Have obtained at least Grade D3 in five subjects in the Leaving Certificate Examination (higher, ordinary, applied, or vocational programmes) or equivalent, or have passed an examination at the appropriate level within the QQI qualifications framework which can be assessed as being of a comparable to Leaving Certificate standard or equivalent or higher, or have appropriate relevant experience which encompasses equivalent skills and expertise. DESIRABLE CRITERIA Appropriate third level / professional qualification. Excellent staff management skills. A high level of knowledge of work of the Scheme or be capable of developing same. Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Excellent administrative and IT skills. Well-developed decision-making abilities. JOB SPECIFICATION The Grade VII Employer Engagement Officer will work as part of the Employer Engagement Team in Louth and Meath ETB (LMETB), supporting the development of training activity and employer engagement initiatives of LMETB across the region. The post holder will play a central role in developing and strengthening partnerships between Further Education and Training (FET) services and employers to identify skills needs, promote funded training and upskilling opportunities, and support workforce development initiatives that respond to labour market demand. The primary purpose of the role is to build, maintain, and grow productive relationships with employers in order to address skills gaps, promote funded training supports, and facilitate employment and progression opportunities for learners. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Employer Engagement Build and manage strategic relationships with employers across a range of sectors, including Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and larger organisations. Proactively identify and engage employers to expand LMETB’s employer base by 10–15% annually. Conduct a minimum of 50 structured employer consultations annually. Identify current and future skills needs in collaboration with employers and industry leaders. Act as a key point of contact for employers seeking training and workforce development supports. Develop, implement, and review Enterprise Engagement Action Plans. Promote and coordinate LMETB initiatives supported by Skills to Advance and other employer-focused programmes. Represent LMETB at employment fairs, exhibitions and networking events. Develop and maintain an up-to-date employer contact database (SEED). Training Programme Development Conduct Training Needs Identification (TNI) with employers to inform programme design. Collaborate with employers, trainers and internal teams to design and deliver bespoke programmes. Co-design a minimum of five new bespoke training initiatives annually with industry partners. Support and promote the integration of sustainability and digitalisation skills into FET provision. Support the adoption of emerging and advanced technologies where relevant (e.g. Industry 4.0, robotics, AI, cybersecurity). Liaise with Regional Skills Fora, Skillnet, Local Enterprise Offices (LEOs), Chambers and other partners to enhance provision. Outreach and Promotion Market LMETB’s training services through multiple channels including media, digital platforms, events and open days. Deliver a minimum number of promotional events annually, including employer workshops, careers or employment fairs and industry showcases. Organise career fairs and employer–learner networking events. Provide information, guidance and advice to employers, apprentices and learners on available training and support options. Administration and Reporting Maintain accurate and timely records on PLSS and other MIS systems. Ensure 100% compliance with PLSS data entry and SOLAS reporting requirements. Monitor employer engagement activity and programme participation. Prepare reports and provide quarterly updates to FET management on employer engagement outcomes. Ensure all programme documentation is accurate, complete and compliant. Assist in course planning, scheduling and resource coordination. Provide data and labour market intelligence to management to support integrated workforce and manpower planning. Any other duties as may be assigned by the CE LMETB and or his designated Director. Collaboration and Partnership Working The Employer Engagement Officer will work closely with Adult Education Officers, Training Managers, programme coordinators and other ETB staff, as well as with external stakeholders and partner organisations. Effective collaboration will ensure coordinated, high-quality delivery of employer-focused services and successful learner progression. SPECIFIC PROJECT RESPONSIBILITIES The post holder will be responsible for implementing the following priority projects. Employer Engagement and Skills Needs Analysis Conduct at least 50 structured employer consultations annually. Develop a regional skills intelligence report to inform LMETB FET Senior Management development and planning of FET provision. Programme Development and Collaboration Co-design at least five new bespoke training initiatives annually with industry partners. Support the integration of sustainability and digitalisation skills into existing curricula. Outreach and Stakeholder Engagement Deliver a minimum number of promotional events per year (open days, fairs, employer workshops). Expand LMETB’s employer base by 10–15% annually through active outreach. Operational Excellence and Reporting Maintain 100% compliance in PLSS records and SOLAS reporting. Provide quarterly updates to FET management on employer engagement outcomes. COMPETENCIES REQUIRED The appointee to the Grade VII Administrative Officer post will be required to show evidence of the following competencies. Team Leadership Works with the relevant team to facilitate high performance, developing clear and realistic objectives and addressing performance issues if they arise. Provides clear information and advice as to what is required of the team. Strives to develop and implement new ways of working effectively to meet the ETB’s objectives. Leads the team by example, coaching and supporting individuals as required. Places high importance on staff development, training and maximising skills and capacity of team. Is flexible and willing to adapt, positively contributing to the implementation of change. Judgment, Analysis and Decision Making Gathers and analyses information from relevant sources, whether financial, numerical or otherwise weighing up a range of critical factors. Takes account of any broader issues and related implications when making decisions. Is reflective in practise. Uses previous knowledge and experience in order to guide decisions. Makes sound decisions with a well-reasoned rationale and stands by these decisions. Puts forward solutions to address problems. Management and Delivery of Results Takes responsibility and is accountable for the delivery of agreed objectives. Successfully manages a range of different projects and work activities at the same time. Structures and organises their own and others work effectively. Is logical and pragmatic in approach, delivering the best possible results with the resources available. Delegates work effectively, providing clear information and guidance as to what is required. Proactively identifies areas for improvement and develops practical suggestions for their implementation. Demonstrates enthusiasm for new developments and changing work practices and strives to implement these changes effectively. Applies appropriate systems and processes to enable quality checking of all activities and outputs. Practices and promotes a strong focus on delivering high quality customer service for internal and external customers of LMETB. Interpersonal and Communication Skills Builds and maintains contact with colleagues and other stakeholders to assist in performing role. Acts as an effective link between staff and senior management. Encourages open and constructive discussions around work issues. Projects conviction, gaining buy-in by outlining relevant information and selling the benefits. Treats others with diplomacy, tact, courtesy and respect, even in challenging circumstances. Presents information concisely and confidently when speaking and in writing. Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self Development Has a clear understanding of the roles, objectives and targets of self and team and how they fit into the work of the Department / LMETB Organisation and effectively communicates this to others. Has high levels of expertise and broad Public Sector knowledge relevant to his / her area of work. Focuses on self-development, striving to improve performance. Drive and Commitment to Public Service Values Strives to perform at a high level, investing significant energy to achieve agreed objectives. Demonstrates resilience in the face of challenging circumstances and high demands. Is personally trustworthy and can be relied upon. Ensures that customers / stakeholders are at the heart of all services provided. Upholds high standards of honesty, ethics and integrity.
Retail Supervisor
Overview Everything we do starts with the people we serve. We’re proud to be the traders behind the tradespeople: the nuts and bolts behind the job, always ready to save the day (or at least the project). From power tools to workwear, cables to pipe fittings, we offer over 11,000 products across 900+ stores – and that’s not to mention our industry-leading digital services. Join Screwfix and be part of a team of experts who get the job done quickly, affordably, and always with a smile. You’ll be a vital part of the team, getting stuck in and leading by example. Whether you’re front-of-house helping customers or in the warehouse keeping our standards high, customers are always at the front of your mind. And with the help of our excellent training programmes and varied shift patterns to support a healthy work life balance, you’ll be on the right track for a promising career with us! Opening hours: Monday - Friday (7am to 8pm) Saturday (7am to 6pm) Sunday (10am to 6pm) Key responsibilities WHAT’S IT LIKE TO BE A RETAIL SUPERVISOR?
Sales Operations Coordinator
Job Purpose Summary This role is responsible in providing an effective and efficient sales support function to the sales team, enabling them to proactively drive sales and the business forward. This role will also liaise and maintain good working realtionships with the various customers that are supported by the team. Role Responsibilities Additional ResponsibilitiesSkills & Personal Attributes Skills & Abilities: · Ideal candidates for this role are efficient, adaptable and have strong administrative abilities. · Ability to multi-task, while maintaining high attention to detail · Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and understand how to prioritise tasks · Ability to apply due diligence when undertaking all tasks · Ability to communicate eloquently in both verbal and written format, a professional telephone manner is essential · Ability to work solo and as part of a team · Flexible with time and adaptable to change Experience & Knowledge: · Be proficient in Microsoft office Word, Excel, Outlook · SAP experience an advantage
Information Officer
Responsible to: Reporting to the Development Manager on a day-to-day basis. Purpose of the job: The provision of information, advice and advocacy services to members of the public and assisting the Development Manager in the work of the information service. Main Duties: Full terms and conditions are contained in a Staff Handbook, which is issued with and forms part of the Employee Contract at CIS.
Information Officer
Responsible to Reporting to the Development Manager on a day-to-day basis. Purpose of the job The provision of information, advice and advocacy services to members of the public and assisting the Development Manager in the work of the information service. Main Duties Full terms and conditions are contained in a Staff Handbook, which is issued with and forms part of the Employee Contract at CIS.
Human Resources Generalist
We are seeking a proactive and professional HR Generalist to support our people and managers across all group companies. This role is based out of our head office in Mallow, Co. Cork. Purpose of the Role: The HR Generalist supports the effective delivery of HR services across EPS Group’s jurisdictions. The role provides guidance on employee relations, oversees core HR operations, ensures legislative compliance, and contributes to HR projects that enhance employee engagement, organizational capability, and operational efficiency. Key Responsibilities: Employee Relations & Performance Management We welcome speculative applications from individuals of all levels. If you are interested in working with us but are not sure if the role above is for you, please feel free to get in touch for an informal discussion about what we do and what you could bring to the team. If you need any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request during your recruitment journey, please let our recruiting team know.
