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FDC Group is a fast growing, full service, multi-disciplined professional services provider. Established in 1973, with headquarters in Cork and 50+ office locations nationwide, we offer a range of Accounting, Auditing, Taxation, Agri-Consultancy, Financial and Business Advisory to a diversified portfolio of 30,000+ clients. We are seeking to hire a Part-Qualified/Qualified Accountant in our Killarney, Co. Kerry office Responsibilities:
Shop Manager
35 hours per week Salary: €15.50 per hour / €28,210.00 per annum plus performance related bonus Job Purpose Being a key role in the Retail team, the Shop Manager will be responsible for the effective day-to-day running and management of the shop. You will be responsible for setting/meeting sales targets, dealing with customer queries as well as overseeing product pricing and stock sourcing through donations while maximising profitability. You will manage budgets, maintain statistical and financial records and be responsible for recruiting, training and supervising a team of volunteers. Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety legislation is key so you will be required to prepare promotional materials and displays and liaising with Head Office will also be required on a daily basis. Reporting to: District Retail Manager Job Responsibilities • Maximise sales from all retail activities • Assist the District Retail Manager (DRM) in the preparation, achievement and monitoring of shop income and expenditure budgets • Be responsible for maximising profitability by: o Ensuring appropriate levels of stock are available through effective management o Ensuring sufficient stock is sorted, processed and on the shop floor to meet income targets o Maintaining high standards of display and merchandising o Ensuring regular rotation of stock o Maintaining a realistic, location appropriate, pricing structure in line with the Oxfam pricing guide • Be responsible for the maintenance of administration systems and ensure cash handling and financial activities are in line with Oxfam financial policies and procedures • Implement and maintain Retail Standards and the appropriate and agreed Marketing Strategy for the location • Maintain a high level of customer service both internally and externally • Ensure compliance with Health and Safety policy and regulations and product safety procedures • Ensure the shop is utilising all appropriate technology • Recruit, train, lead, manage and plan for the development of the shop team including sufficient volunteers/placements to ensure adequate shop cover. Delegate duties appropriately to make best use of the talents of the whole team • Ensure shop is open and operating effectively for minimum of six days per week including bank holidays when required • Be aware the shop team represent Oxfam and ensure their actions reinforce Oxfam’s values and beliefs • Represent Oxfam as appropriate on internal and external bodies, working groups and events • Ensure the shop maximises appropriate local community networks understanding that the Shop Manager represents Oxfam and their actions must reinforce Oxfam’s values and beliefs Other • Eager and required to adhere to Oxfam’s principles and values as well as the promotion of gender justice and women’s rights • Understanding of and commitment to adhere to equity, diversity, gender, child safety and staff health and wellbeing principles • Carry out any other duties within the scope and purpose of the job as required Personal Specification Job Requirements Essential • Previous experience within retail management to include: o Knowledge of budgets and sales analysis o Product knowledge and awareness of market trends o Merchandising • Experience of managing staff and motivating teams to achieve sales • Experience of utilising social media to promote products/business and increase sales • Excellent interpersonal skills both internal and external • Commercial understanding and awareness Desirable • Volunteer management experience • Fashion retail experience • Visual merchandising Qualifications & Requirements • Although this is a management position, considerable physical effort will be required so applicants must be physically able to lift/move stock and equipment around the shop • Proficient in Microsoft Office • Strong commitment to Oxfam’s mission and values • Flexible in working hours – ability to work weekends and evenings as required • Travel within Ireland will also be required to attend district management meetings • Eligibility to work in the UK Additional Information • This is a challenging but rewarding role that requires a dynamic, enthusiastic, flexible manager with excellent retail skills and first-class interpersonal skills • Although this is a management position, considerable physical effort will be required so applicants must be physically able to lift/move stock and equipment around the shop • Due to the changing retail environment and to enable Oxfam to maximise the potential of our shops, a flexible approach to working hours is required; and Saturday working is a requirement of the role as required. At busy times of the year there may be a requirement for ensuring the shop is open 7 days a week and late nights as required. Therefore, when necessary, the post holder may have to undertake additional hours to ensure shop opening. Occasional support to other shops may also be required • Enthusiasm and a high level of tact and people management skills as well as interpersonal skills are essential. Participation at District Management meetings will require occasional travel within Ireland • This post involves working as part of a team in a busy environment. Staff are required to have a degree of flexibility in their work and attitude, to co-operate with colleagues to ensure the efficient, effective and economic use of Oxfam’s resources Key Attributes • Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to cultural differences and gender issues, as well as the commitment to equal opportunities • Ability to demonstrate an openness and willingness to learn about the application of gender/gender mainstreaming, women’s rights, and diversity for all aspects of development work • Commitment to Oxfam’s safeguarding policies to ensure all people who come into contact with Oxfam are as safe as possible Organisational Values • Accountability – Our purpose-driven, results-focused approach means we take responsibility for our actions and hold ourselves accountable. We believe that others should also be held accountable for their actions • Empowerment – Our approach means that everyone involved with Oxfam, from our staff and supporters to people living in poverty, should feel they can make change happen • Inclusiveness – We are open to everyone and embrace diversity. We believe everyone has a contribution to make, regardless of visible and invisible differences Statement on Confidentiality It is crucial that when encountering sensitive and/or confidential information it is maintained in strictest confidence, within the context of Oxfam Ireland’s policies and procedures. Failure to do so may be viewed as gross misconduct and may be subject to disciplinary procedure. Equal Opportunities Oxfam is an Equal Opportunities employer. We aim to ensure that no staff suffer discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, ethnic origin, membership of the traveller community, religious belief, political opinion, social class or caste, sexual orientation, HIV & AIDS status, marital status or family situation; gender, age or disability. Oxfam requires all staff to apply an equal opportunities approach and this responsibility rests with all employees and the organisation.
Handler
We are looking for Handlers to join our operations teams who are at the heart of our business, ensuring our customers packages get to them safely and on time. We believe that our strengths come from our differences, and we actively invest in recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Working hours: 20 per week What are you going to be doing? • Loading and unloading vehicles to ensure customers receive their goods in good condition and on time. • Sorting and moving packaging and freight using scanning technology • Comply with Health & Safety regulations What are we looking for? • Able to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines • A great team player with the ability to work alone when required • Someone who willing to complete training when required • Good communication skills What you’ll get! • 23 days holiday a year (+1 day for every full year worked between Jan-Dec, up to 28 days) • FedEx Retirement Plan • Free Uniform and PPE • Free parking • Life assurance policy which pays out 4 x salary • Employee Assistance Programme Provides you with confidential support, information and advice to help you with your wellbeing • Hospital cash plan scheme • Tuition assistance for external training • Reduced rate shipping for international packages • Group scheme savings on many items • Great career opportunities
Electrician
· Permanent position available based in Tralee with opportunity to work on the delivery of a large & prestigious project · To build your career by assisting in the delivery of ‘leading edge’ engineering projects. · To work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering projects on time, safely, to budget and to the required quality standards. · To benefit from Kirby’s Career Development Programmes that will enhance your leadership capability. · To work with the best. To be considered you will have the following: · Candidates should have a trade background in Electrical services. · Minimum of 3 years’ experience in large scale industrial, Pharmaceutical, Life Sciences or Data Center projects. · Will have a current and up to date safe pass, manual handling, working at heights · Would be advantageous to possess abrasive wheels cert What Kirby look for in their employees: · Excellent communicator/strong interpersonal skills · Planner/Organised · Influencer · Conscientious · Decisive and action oriented · Team player · Attentive to detail and record keeper · Results oriented with the resilience to work under pressure
Assistant Planner
The Role An Assistant Planner works within the planning section in Roscommon County Council. The section works broadly to deliver the planning functions of: Forward Planning, Development Management and Enforcement (including taking in charge of housing developments). An Assistant Planner may also be required to input into multi-disciplinary project teams on occasion, under the direction and line management of senior personnel. Local Authorities also play a key role in supporting economic development and enterprise promotion at a local level. The Assistant Planner will from time to time be required to deputise for Executive Planners or more senior personnel and must be willing to take on this challenge. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated person, with a strong sense of commitment to delivering quality public services and shall demonstrate good technical knowledge and experience of planning policy and practice. QUALIFICATIONS 1. Character: Candidates shall be of good character. 2. Health: Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Education, Training, Experience, Etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms, comply with the following: Candidates shall: (a) hold a qualification in Planning (at least level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications); (b) have at least two years’ satisfactory relevant experience of planning work; (c) possess a high standard of technical training and experience. Desirable Skills & Experience The ideal Candidate for the position shall have: • An ability to demonstrate competence in the following areas – identifying problems and contributing to solutions, communicating effectively and delivering quality work and services • An ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team • Good planning, operation and project management skills • Good communication and interpersonal skills • Good knowledge of local government functions, services and activities particularly in relation to planning and development • Good working knowledge of planning legislation and the principles, practices and techniques of planning • An ability to work under pressure and maintain a solution-oriented mindset in dealing with a wide range of issues • Good report writing and IT skills (including GIS skills) • An ability to achieve delivery of competing demands within prescribed timeframes and deadlines 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. Duties/Responsibilities The actual duties of the post of Assistant Planner will depend on placement of the post, but in general they will include but are not limited to: • Handling a wide and varied planning application caseload of both urban and rural developments as required • Assessing and making recommendations on planning applications, Declarations of Exempted Development, Protected Structure Declarations, Certifications of Exemption, etc., in line with all relevant national, regional and local plans and policies and in accordance with appropriate legislation and guidelines • Conducting pre-application consultations and providing planning advice to members of the public, internal departments and elected members • Undertaking site visits related to planning applications, condition compliance, planning enforcement, and survey work related to Forward Planning activity, including Residential Zoned Land Tax (RZLT) as required • Providing reports on and progressing enforcement cases as required • Preparing Development Plans, Local Area Plans and other planning policy reports and studies • Analysing spatial and demographic information to discern trends in population, land-use, employment etc., to inform policy development • Developing and implementing measures to promote regeneration of the county • Inputting to inter-disciplinary projects dealing with land-use, transport, environment etc. • Representing the Council at meetings with staff, elected members, community/general interest groups, businesses and residents as required • Building and maintaining co-operative working relationships • Maintaining and proactively developing a culture of Health and Safety in the workplace • Engaging in Continuing Professional Development/Training • Incorporating the use of IT and efficiencies into work practices • Preparing for and attending staff meetings • Undertaking any other duties of a similar level and responsibility, as may be required or assigned from time to time PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYMENT General The post is whole time and pensionable. A panel will be formed for an initial period of one year and this may be extended at the discretion of the Chief Executive. The panel will be used to fill both permanent and temporary positions that may arise for its duration. Vacancies will be offered in order of merit as per the panel. Probation Where persons who are not already permanent employees of a local authority are appointed, the following provisions shall apply: (a) there shall be a period after such appointments take effect during which such persons shall hold such position 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 such position at the end of the period of probation unless during such period the Chief Executive has certified that their service is satisfactory. Salary €47,270 - €73,335 per annum. Holders of the post will be paid at the appropriate point on the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Department Circular EL 01/23. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The holder of the post shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to and received by them by virtue of their post or in respect of services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. In accordance with EL02/2011 persons who are not serving Local Authority employees must be placed on the minimum of the scale. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with government policy. Garda Vetting/Child Safeguarding Successful candidates may be subject to the Garda Vetting Procedures and will be required to complete Appendix V of the County Council’s Child Protection Policy. Health Successful candidates must undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner nominated by the local authority. Expenses will be refunded on taking up the appointment. Residence Roscommon County Council reserves the right to assign you to any department, premises or district. Changes in location will not result in payment of disturbance money or other compensation. The person appointed must provide their own transport to and from work. Annual Leave Annual leave entitlement is 30 days per annum (inclusive of days pre-allocated for Christmas). The leave year runs from 1st January to 31st December. Working Hours Normal hours of work are 35 hours per week. The Council reserves the right to alter working hours from time to time. Superannuation Candidates will be informed of their superannuation position at the time an offer of appointment is made. Recruitment Selection will be by competition conducted by or on behalf of Roscommon County Council. The selection process may include: • Online Aptitude Testing • Short-listing • Preliminary interview (may include a presentation) • Competitive interview (may include a presentation) • Work sample/role play/media exercise or other relevant tests Roscommon County Council may conduct any part of the process by remote/video-call. Panels may be formed and candidates placed on a panel who meet the qualifications and suitability requirements may be appointed.
Purchasing Support Administrator
Job Purpose Summary This role will support the Purchasing Support & Inventory Team by undertaking various Administrative Tasks, within the Purchasing Process, to help maintain inventory levels. Role Responsibilities
Retail Lead
Role Profile We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate, reliable and committed individual who is willing to work and wants to build a career in the Agricultural industry. This role will report to the Branch Manager and will assist in all duties required to safely and effectively carry out the daily branch operations. This role is based in our Monasterevin Branch, Co Kildare. Responsibilities
Caretaker
Hours of Work: The Caretaker will work the required hours per week in a flexible manner, including evenings and weekends, in accordance with the requirements of the service Location: Laois Music Centre, Portlaoise, Co Laois Salary: €39,597 – €40,816 (pre 2011) (Based on 39 hour week) €36,519 - €40,816 (post 2011) (Based on 39 hour week) Key Responsibilities Will have to be flexible with hours of attendance. Carry out appropriate duties as specified by the Centre Manager/Director/Chief Executive. Skills Requirements Applicants must be flexible, willing to work under direction, work as part of the school team and work on their own initiative. They must be honest, confidential, punctual, responsible and must uphold the values of LOETB. They will have the motivation to see what must be done, and complete tasks well. Caretakers must conform to Health, Safety and Welfare procedures in all aspects of their work. The following is a list of duties attached to the post of Caretaker: To take care of the premises and its contents and to prevent, as far as possible, any damage to the structure, furniture, fittings and equipment. To open the premises, as required, each morning and at other times as required prior to the commencement of business and to check that heating system is operational and that rooms are adequately heated in season. To close the premises on termination of activities and to ensure that the premises is safely secured for the night, that all doors, windows, etc. are closed and that all controls on central heating systems, radiators, storage heaters, etc. are set to come into timely operation in the morning in season. To act as keyholder and, if required, be available for security alarm calls outside of working hours. To keep safe custody of the keys of all rooms in the building and to ensure that no unauthorised person has access to any part of the building. To control the entry and exit of students and other users to and from premises and grounds. To be available for overtime, if required. To undertake the co-ordination and supervision of the cleaning of the premises and to ensure the property is cleaned to appropriate Cleaning Standards. To list promptly all requisitions for repairs to cleaning equipment or replenishing cleaning materials. To remove rubbish & waste materials and to ensure their safe storage pending removal from premises. To be responsible for the heating of the building(s), to ensure that boilers, burners, etc. are maintained in good working order, to ensure fuel stocks (where appropriate) are maintained at acceptable levels, and to monitor usage to ensure efficient and economic operation. To monitor the electricity usage to ensure efficient and economic operation. To have rooms ready for use at least half an hour prior to use. To move furniture, equipment and materials as required. To carry messages and errands within the premises and to other centres as required. To maintain an oversight of the proper and safe use of car park spaces. To carry out stewarding and other sundry duties. To assist tradesmen, maintenance staff or deliverymen. To assist, as may be required, with the organisation of exhibitions of students’ or other works within or without the precincts of the premises. To note and arrange for the receipt of stores, class materials and other materials for general use and for the transfer of stores, equipment and similar transactions. To ensure each day that all fuses, light bulbs (internal and external) and light controls are in order and to replace fuses and bulbs as necessary. To undertake minor maintenance of the premises, such as touching up paintwork, tightening screws in doors, windows, furniture, etc. and to ensure that gutters are kept clear. To carry out grounds maintenance, weeding, mowing and planting, as required, and to ensure that the grounds are neat, presentable and free from litter. To test drains occasionally and ensure they are kept clean and functioning properly at all times. The above is not an exhaustive list as each school/centre will have particular requirements. On this basis there is a requirement to carry out such other appropriate duties as may be required and generally carry out such instructions as may, from time to time, be given by the Board, the Chief Executive Officer, the Principal/Centre Manager or responsible officer acting on their behalf.
Administration Assistant
The Alzheimer Society of Ireland (ASI) works at the heart of local communities, providing dementia-specific services and supports, and advocating for the rights and needs of people living with dementia and their carers. Our Vision: An Ireland where no one faces dementia alone, and where services respond with compassion and care when they’re needed most. Role Details • Position: Administration Assistant • Location: Bessboro Daycare Centre, Cork (T12 HF70) • Contract: Permanent • Hours: 37.5 per week Your Responsibilities • Streamline administration processes across Cork services • Support the team to deliver high-quality care to clients and families • Assist with day centre and home support services What We’re Looking For • Excellent communication & interpersonal skills • Strong organisational & prioritisation abilities • Attention to detail & accuracy • Ability to work independently and as part of a team • Respect for confidentiality Technical Skills: • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) • Secretarial/office administration qualification (desirable) • Experience with financial information & ECDL (advantageous) Why Join Us? • Be part of a mission-driven organisation making a real impact • Work in a supportive and collaborative environment • Contribute to improving the lives of people living with dementia and their carer PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: General Office Duties ● All general office administration including but not limited to typing letters, reports, rosters, signage etc., filing, photocopying, emailing, binding and scanning for all services. ● Answer calls, take messages and relay to the relevant person in a timely manner. ● Open, date and sort incoming mail and disseminate to relevant person. All correspondence to be dealt with in a timely manner. ● Take minutes of meetings/interviews as requested. ● Complete all steps required when dealing with client referrals information. ● Maintain a list of key holders and provide keys to personnel as needed. Collect keys when people leave and keep them secure. ● Maintain adequate stationery stocks & order supplies as required. ● Keep inventory of furniture, equipment and supplies and ensure all is up to date. ● Maintain service contracts for all office equipment and centre equipment and ensure same are up to date. ● Source quotations and track progress for supplies or service agreements as requested. ● Keep all files in an orderly manner and up to date in compliance with GDPR. ● Maintain the up-to-date risk register for the building and service with the Service Manager. ● Carry out other duties that may be assigned from time to time. Salesforce ● Maintain and ensure Salesforce is up to date. ● All referrals and client data to be maintained & kept up to date and stored in a confidential manner. ● Ensure all incidents, complaints, compliments and comments are entered on Salesforce in a timely manner. HR ● Complete & submit all HR electronic forms for new and existing staff on Salesforce. ● Garda vetting – submit information to HR. ● Review the monthly HR and learning and development report with Service Manager and action as needed. ● Scan and submit all new and existing employee-related information to HR. ● Schedule training for staff as required and provide support to employees where needed. ● Process all HR administration paperwork as required. ● Type and issue weekly/monthly rota to all staff. Payroll ● To be completed weekly/monthly. ● Deal with all payroll queries from employees. ● Maintain annual leave & sick leave trackers. ● Ensure all sick certs are sent to HR. ● Travel expense claims – review & get signed by Service Manager & then upload to Salesforce. Finance ● Fundraising & donations – receipting, banking of monies, drafting and issuing thank-you letters & maintaining file copies. ● All monies (cash, cheques, electronic) to be banked & entered on Salesforce. ● Maintain petty cash – keep up to date and check and sign off regularly with Service Manager. ● Maintain delivery notes on file until invoices to match same are received. ● Process all invoices/delivery notes on Salesforce. ● Raise invoices to HSE and other suppliers for payment as required. ● Work with Service Manager, Ops Manager and Finance to complete the annual budget for all services. ● Review management accounts for all services bi-monthly & revert to Service Manager and Ops Manager with queries. ● Reply and deal with any finance/supplier queries. Reporting ● Compile and return the monthly KPIs to the HSE for all services. ● Obtain bi-monthly financial accounts from ASI Finance Department and issue to the HSE. ● Work closely with the Service Manager and Ops Manager in the completion of quarterly HSE reports and any reporting required for HSE. ● Complete any specific requested reports/information by ASI and HSE in a timely manner. ● Produce reports as requested by the Service Manager and Ops Manager. The principal accountabilities outline the main duties. However, in an organisation such as the Society, it is inevitable that tasks may arise which do not fall within the remit of the above list of main duties. Employees are therefore required to respond with a flexible approach when tasks arise which are not specifically covered in their job description. Should an additional responsibility become a regular part of an employee’s job, the job description will be amended to reflect this. JOBHOLDER ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Knowledge (Education & Related Experience) • Leaving Certificate • QQI Level 5 / QQI Level 6 Award in Office Administration (desirable) • Good planning and organisation skills essential Skills (Special Training or Competence) • Ability to maintain confidentiality in respect of all staffing and client matters • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills • Accuracy and attention to detail • Conscientious approach to work Behaviours • Ability to work independently and as part of a team • Proactive approach • Flexible
Catering Manager
Mount Charles Group are one of the largest and privately owned soft Facilities Management, catering and ancillary service/product providers in Ireland. If you are a customer focused individual and want to join a fun and family orientated business which believes people are our greatest asset, then we have a role for you! Our family values speak for themselves: Do the right thing, Have fun & grow together, Take pride in what you do! We are currently recruiting for a Catering Manager to join our team based at Loughview Housing, Holywood. This is a great opportunity to join a world leading facilities management company. Working Pattern: Please note, the successful applicant's job offer will be subject to providing a five-year, traceable employment history. Enhanced Access NI is required for this position. Due to the number of applicants Mount Charles receives, we only respond to short-listed applicants. If you have not been contacted within six weeks of the closing date, you have not been selected for interview. GREAT PEOPLE - GREAT SERVICE - GREAT FUTURE
