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Job Description We are looking to recruit a Verification Officer to work at our Trim NDLS Centre. This position is a Part- Time, Fixed Term Specific Purpose Contract. This Agent Network is part of the National Driver Licence Service which SGS Ireland is delivering on behalf of the Road Safety Authority (RSA). Reporting to the Regional Supervisor, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following activities: Use of a car and a full clean driving license. Full training will be provided.
Warehouse Worker
Job Description Are you up for the challenge of handling daily tasks and routines to create an organised stock room? Do you want to be responsible for the heart of a JYSK store and at the same time deliver a great customer service? And do you like being physically active at work? Then you can be the Warehouse Worker we are looking for! WHAT WE OFFER YOU You get the chance to join a retail company that wants to be the candidate’s first choice when choosing an employer. We are dynamic and here your inputs get heard, you get involved and your development is crucial to us. Additionally, as JYSK ambassador, you get the following: Additional Information 13.75 + bonus
Counter Associate
WHAT ON EARTH IS DECIEM? Known as “The Abnormal Beauty Company”, DECIEM is the parent company of The Ordinary, NIOD, and other beauty brands & is an industry disruptor with a science-first approach to innovation. DECIEM was Co-Founded in 2013 by the late Brandon Truaxe, a visionary who set out to change the beauty industry through authenticity and transparency. He developed DECIEM to be a happy family (of people and beauty brands), rooted in kindness, creativity, diversity, and respect, alongside Co-Founder Nicola Kilner. We are growing rapidly, and we’re looking for someone who shares this vision and wants to grow with us! WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR We are looking for a flexible customer service-oriented Sales Assistant , known at Deciem as Counter Associate, to join our lovely team in Brown Thomas Cork to deliver memorable experiences to our customers <3 These values continue to guide us in all that we do. Along the way, we’ve been honored to win some pretty incredible awards, including a CEW Achiever Award, Best Skincare Brand at Sunday Times Style Beauty Awards, and Most Popular Sustainable Brand by The Cosmetify Index Global. We’re still blushing! SUSTAINABILITY AND SOCIAL IMPACT DECIEM’s objective is to build growth and do good things while prioritizing people, animals, and the Earth. Our Sustainability strategy is focused on fighting climate change, improving waste management, responsible packaging, responsible sourcing and product lifecycle, and water conservation. In 2020, DECIEM established the Good Fund to support both large and grassroots charities in response to global events.
Reserve Defence Forces
The Reserve Defence Forces are now accepting applications for the Army Reserve and the Naval Service Reserve. We are looking for men and women from all backgrounds who enjoy working as part of a team. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and not more than 39 years of age on date of enlistment. Former members of the PDF or RDF with a minimum of one (1) years' service, can apply to join the RDF up to the age of 45 years of age. (We cannot accept applications from persons under 18 years of age). CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Defence Forces Motor Technician Fitters
IMPORTANT A person applying for enlistment as a Direct Entry Motor Technician (MT) Fitter in the Defence Forces should read these terms and conditions carefully prior to completing the application form. An application form should only be submitted if the applicant is satisfied that they fulfil all of these conditions as detailed. Exceptions to the conditions governing the competition cannot be made in individual circumstances. 1. GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS A candidate must be: (i) a citizen of the State or (ii) be any other person who has a lawful entitlement to reside and work within the State for the period of time that is required for the purpose of any such appointment AND (iii) be of good character and satisfy any security clearance required AND (iv) meet the required minimum standards of medical and physical fitness. (Annex C) 2. AGE REQUIREMENTS Applicants must be 18 years of age and less than 29 years of age on date of application. Please note that the upper age limit may be the subject of review in advance of future competitions. 3. MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS Candidates must have attained the required minimum educational qualifications at the time of entry into the Permanent Defence Force. For enlistment as a Motor Technician Fitter (Technician Class Group 3), one of the following or equivalent qualification is acceptable at the time of entry into the Defence Forces: • FAS /SOLAS standard Based Craft of Heavy Vehicle Mechanic. • FAS /SOLAS standard Based Craft of Motor Mechanics. • FAS /SOLAS standard Based Craft of Construction Plant Fitter. • FAS /SOLAS standard Based Craft of Agricultural Mechanics. • HETAC Level 7 Agricultural Mechanisation Course. Applicants who do not fulfil the qualifying criteria outlined for the advertised position but who retain significant relevant qualifications in this area will be considered on a case-by-case basis for inclusion in the competition. The consideration of any unqualified applicants in the competition will be at the discretion of the nominated board reviewing each prospective candidate. Where a Candidate has successfully completed an equivalent qualification the candidate must provide a full syllabus of course as well as relevant certificates. The following are some of the desirable additional qualifications; • Auto Electrician • Vehicle Diagnostics (proof of level) • EV course • Hybrid Course • CVRT or equivalent course. • Full Driving Licence • Air Conditioning • Recovery • Motor Cycle Mechanic • 2 Stroke Qualification 4. MEDICAL AND PHYSICAL STANDARDS Candidates must be in good mental and bodily health and free from any physical defect, abnormality, physiological condition or past history of serious illness likely to interfere with the efficient performance of their duties. The following are the minimum physical requirements: Height: The minimum height requirement is 157.48 cm. Physical standards and weight must be in keeping with height and age. a. Vision: Colour vision must be normal. Not less than 6/36 in each eye, corrected to not less than 6/6 in one eye and 6/9 in the other. Both eyes must be free from disfiguring or incapacitating abnormality and free from acute or chronic disease. There must be no evidence of squint or latent squint. The eligibility or not of applicants who have had previous incisional or laser treatment to correct visual acuity will be determined at the Medical Examination. See Annex B for further information. b. Dental: Candidates must be free from any serious periodontal disease and possess teeth to a specific standard, which is not less than the equivalent of eleven over eleven natural teeth functionally opposed. In certain circumstances, artificial teeth may be acceptable. c. Hearing: A good standard of unaided hearing is essential. Candidates will be required to undergo audiometric examination at which: (1) The sum of the hearing threshold at 1, 2, 3, 4 and 6 kHz should not exceed the age and gender related warning levels contained in the "Guidelines on Hearing Checks and Audiometry Regulations 2007", issued by the Health and Safety Authority. (2) Candidates under 25 years of age must be able to hear all measured pure tones up to and including 8kHz at 20dB in each ear. Candidates aged 25 and older must be able to hear all measured pure tones up to and including 8kHz at 25dB in each ear. Candidates must also be free from acute or chronic ear disorders. Candidates are advised to avoid all sources of loud noise and music for a period of 48 hours prior to this examination as exposure to such noise may adversely affect the results of the examination. 5. APPLICATION FORM Candidates must apply online to www.military.ie Applications for Direct Entry MT Fitter must be made on the official electronic application form available at www.military.ie. Candidates wishing to undertake the assessment process through Irish must highlight this request in their on-line application. All correspondence with candidates will be done by email for the duration of the competition. Candidates should ensure the email address given is accurate and correct. Each application will be acknowledged automatically within 24 hours. If an acknowledgement is not received within 48 hours of applying, candidates should immediately contact the Defence Forces Recruitment Section at: 045 492553 at recruitment@defenceforces.ie Likewise, if an applicant’s email address should change, the onus is on the applicant to make contact with the Defence Forces Recruitment Section immediately advising them of the change of email address. APPLICANTS CHECKLIST: Before submitting an application for the Direct Entry Motor Technician Fitter competition, candidates should ensure that they satisfy the eligibility criteria and have read and accept the governing conditions of this Competition. 6. SELECTION PROCEDURE Candidates, if eligible, will be required to attend for the various stages of the selection procedure on the dates and times as notified. Applicants who fail to attend for any stage of the selection procedure will be disqualified from participation in any further stages of the competition. Stage 1: Physical Fitness Test Candidates will be required to undergo a physical fitness test, which is designed to assess their potential to undergo the rigours of military training. Candidates must attain the minimum standard laid down in order to proceed in the competition. A candidate must complete this test as part of their Direct Entry Motor Technician Fitter application. (See Annex ‘C’ for details of the test and suggested training programme). Stage 2: Interview Successful candidates called for interview will be required to produce the following original documents to the Interview Board: a) Certificate/s in respect of the relevant courses, mentioned in Paragraph 3 above, which the candidate has completed. b) Testimonials from present and/or previous employers. c) Proof of experience. d) Long form Birth Certificate. e) Candidates with additional relevant qualifications should present all certs to the board. Those selected for interview will be invited to attend a skills and work experienced based interview where they will be required to demonstrate a competency in the following areas: ▪ Planning and Organising ▪ Ability to work under pressure ▪ Motivation ▪ Technical capability ▪ Knowledge of DF roles and responsibility of MT Fitter In the competency based interview, candidates will be asked to give examples from their own experiences of life, school, university, hobbies, work, pastimes, etc., to demonstrate evidence in several of the above areas. Candidates who fail any of the competencies at interview will be deemed unsuccessful in the competition. The Chief of Staff (COS) will deploy Motor Technician Fitters, as appropriate, where vacancies occur throughout the Defence Forces. Motor Technician Fitters can be posted to the following locations: Air Corps applicants Baldonnel Aerodrome, Co. Dublin Naval Service applicants Naval Base Haulbowline, Cork Army applicants Defence Force Training Centre – the Curragh, Co. Kildare Custume Barracks – Athlone, Co. Westmeath Collins Barracks – Cork Cathal Brugha Barracks– Dublin Stage 3: Medical and physical examinations Candidates who are successful at the interview stage will be required to undergo a detailed medical examination, including audiometric test. The medical examination will include the provision of urine and blood samples. This detailed medical examination is part of the selection process and does not imply that a candidate has qualified for enlistment as a Direct Entry Motor Technician Fitter. As part of the medical examination a candidate will also be required to give full and accurate information on their family medical history as requested by the examining Doctor. Following interview, medical and physical examinations and security clearance being obtained, candidates will be placed on a panel for selection in order of merit. A candidate placement on the panel does not imply an offer of enlistment. Successful candidates high enough on the order of merit will be offered enlistment as a Direct Entry Motor Technician Fitter. A candidate who is offered a placement must report for enlistment at the required time and place. Failure to report for duty will result in the offer of enlistment as a Direct Entry Motor Technician Fitter being forfeited. 7. EXPENSES Candidates are liable for all expenses incurred in connection with their participation in the competition. 8. EMPLOYEE VETTING BY AN GARDA SIOCHANA Candidates who are invited to attend before an Interview Board will be required to complete and sign a Garda Vetting Application Form. This will, pursuant to the Data Protection Act 2018, authorise An Garda Síochána to furnish to the Military Authorities, a statement that there are no convictions recorded against the candidate, or if applicable, a statement of convictions. 9. RANK ON ENLISTMENT A successful candidate will be enlisted in the rank of Private 3 Star or equivalent. The location of their posting will be determined by the assignment awarded. 10. CONDITIONS ON ENLISTMENT a. A successful candidate will initially be enlisted for five (5) years permanent service and seven (7) years reserve service. On completion of five years permanent service, a member may be permitted to extend the terms of their permanent service to nine (9) years and then to twelve (12) years, should they fulfil such criteria as may be laid down by the Deputy Chief of Staff (Support) in regards to such matters as conduct rating, physical fitness and medical category. b. They may then be re-engaged for such a period as will make up a continuous period of twenty-one (21) years’ service should they fulfil such criteria as laid down by the Deputy Chief of Staff (Support) in regards to such matters as conduct rating, physical fitness and medical category. A currently serving member who enlisted in the Permanent Defence Force on or after 1 Jan 1994 may, subject to Defence Force Regulations and to meeting certain criteria and conditions, be permitted to continue in service up to the age of 50 years up to the rank of Sergeant and to the age of 56 years in all higher enlisted ranks c. A Motor Technician Fitter enlisted as a result of this competition, will be required to undergo Basic Defence Force Training. Successful candidates, although posted to a particular unit and location may be required to serve anywhere within the State, will, from time to time, be required to complete courses in other locations, deploy overseas or where serving with the Naval Service, go to sea. Under the terms of the Defence Amendment Act 2006, all Defence Forces personnel, if selected, are expected to serve overseas from time to time. d. In the event of an enlisted person leaving the Permanent Defence Force voluntarily at any time, they will be required to pay such cost for discharge as is specified in Defence Forces Regulations A. 10 (rates may be subject to review and adjustment). If an enlisted person inducted as result of this competition has completed less than 12 months service in the Permanent Defence Force the cost of discharge by purchase will be €300. 11. PAY OF MOTOR TECHNICIAN FITTER Enlisted personnel pay PRSI contributions under Class H which insures them for the range of benefits under the Social Insurance code, including the State Pension (Contributory). €577.86 - €796.37 per weekIn line with Department of Public Expenditure and Reform instructions, starting pay will be at the minimum point of the scale. In addition to basic pay personnel will be entitled to the following additional allowances • MILITARY SERVICE ALLOWANCE (MSA): Military Service Allowance (as shown above). • TECHNICAL PAY: Technical Pay (Group 3) at a rate of €45.69 per week paid on completion of induction training. Other additional allowances such as Naval Pay, Patrol Duty allowance and Security Duty allowance may be paid subject to the various assignments. Note: It should be noted that the rate of remuneration and payment of the allowances outlined above are subject to review and adjustment on an ongoing basis in accordance with changes applicable across the public service generally as per Government policy. Method of Payment Currently a Motor Technician Fitter is paid on a weekly basis by means of electronic funds transfer to a designated financial institution. 12. OCCUPATIONAL PENSION ARRANGEMENTS Members of the Permanent Defence Force may qualify for occupational pension and retirement gratuity (collectively called superannuation benefits) subject to meeting certain terms and conditions. A person’s date of first joining the Permanent Defence Force and whether they have any previous Public Service employment will generally decide their specific occupational pension terms. Successful candidates appointed from this competition will be required to pay appropriate employee pension contributions from weekly pay, as well as the ‘additional superannuation contribution’ (ASC). In general, anyone joining pensionable public service employment on or after 1 January 2013 is a member of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. 13. CLOTHING Items of Uniform are provided to successful candidates. It should be noted that the current provisions regarding the issue of a uniform may be subject to change in accordance with Government policy. 14. ANNUAL LEAVE Subject to the exigencies of the service, annual leave not exceeding twenty eight days may be granted in any one leave year. It should be noted that this annual leave provision is currently calculated on a 7 day basis. Leave entitlements may be subject to review and adjustment. 15. SICK LEAVE Sick Leave may be granted in accordance with the provisions of Defence Force Regulation A.12 (Medical Treatment) and Defence Forces Regulation S.3 (Pay and Allowances). Sick leave entitlements may be subject to review and adjustment. 16. HEALTH AND WELFARE Medical attendance, hospital and dental treatment are provided free subject to the limitations as required by law. Personnel in the Defence Forces are subject to compulsory random drug testing and personnel failing a drug test are liable to be discharged from the Defence Forces. 17. COURSES In order to ensure that a candidate will be competent to carry out the duties of higher rank to which they may be promoted, personnel will be required to undergo such courses as may be laid down from time to time. Such courses undertaken will be subject to the provisions of any educational undertakings as may be required and/or Defence Forces Regulations governing military education and training. Personnel will be required to subscribe to an undertaking that in the event of his/her leaving the Permanent Defence Force within a specified time of completing such training, they will be required to refund the cost of the training to the Minister for Defence. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Air Corps Recruit - General Service
The Defence Forces are now accepting applications for General Service in the Air Corps. We live in a world of diversity; the Defence Forces require men and women from all backgrounds that possess a strong sense of duty, enjoy working as part of a team, and are looking for a rewarding yet challenging career. Air Corps applicants must be at least 18 years old and under the age of 39 years of age on the closing date for applications. Applications will only be accepted online. Job Details The Defence Forces are now accepting applications for General Service in the Air Corps. We live in a world of diversity; the Defence Forces require men and women from all backgrounds that possess a strong sense of duty, enjoy working as part of a team, and are looking for a rewarding yet challenging career.Air Corps applicants must be at least 18 years old and under the age of 39 years of age on the closing date for applications. IMPORTANT NOTICE* It is the candidate's sole responsibility to enter their email address correctly when completing the application form. The candidate will receive an acknowledgement within 48 hours of submitting the online application. If a candidate does not receive an acknowledgement within the time, the candidate must inform Recruitment & competition section within 72 hours of applying by emailing recruitment@defenceforces.ie Candidates should be aware that some email providers filter @defenceforces.ie into junk/spam folder. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Naval Service Recruit - General Service
The Defence Forces are now accepting applications for General Service Recruit in the Naval Service. We live in a world of diversity; the Defence Forces require men and women from all backgrounds that possess a strong sense of duty, enjoy working as part of a team, and are looking for a rewarding yet challenging career. Naval Service applicants must be at least 18 years old and under the age of 39 years of age on the closing date for applications. What is a Naval Service Recruit A Naval Service Recruit enlists for General Service in the Other Ranks of the Defence Forces. After successfully completing the initial Recruit Training course a recruit passes out as an Ordinary Seaman and will then go onto their Branch Training Course before becoming qualified as an Able Body sailor in the Naval Service. Who we want Naval Service Recruits go on to form the backbone of the Irish Naval Service. Recruit training is 22 weeks in duration and is designed to develop a physically fit, disciplined and motivated person using basic military and naval skills in order to prepare them for further training in the Service. Recruits are instilled with the Naval Service ethos and the values of Courage, Respect, Integrity and Loyalty. On successful completion of the Recruit training, the Recruit is advanced to the training rank of Ordinary Rating (equivalent of 2 Star Private in the Army). The Naval Service has four Branches consisting of Seaman's, Communications, Mechanicians and Supplies. The Ordinary Rate commences their chosen Branch training giving them the specialised skills required to fulfil their role at sea and ashore. After this initial specialisation training, the Ordinary Rate will proceed to sea and take up an appointment onboard one of our ships for a two year rotation. Life at sea is at all times varied. The Ordinary Rate regardless of Branch is a much valued member of the ships crew. As well as Branch duties, he/she will be called on to complete other duties such as general maintenance, boat work, Damage Control/Firefighting. He/she may also be a member of a Naval Boarding team during Drug Interdiction Operations. If you are interested in a life at sea, as part of a dynamic, professional and highly motivated team, then the Naval Service is for you. Qualifications No formal education qualifications are required to join the Defence Forces as a recruit. You need to satisfy the Interview Board and the Recruiting Officer that you possess a sufficient standard of education for service in the Defence Forces. Age Limitations Applicants must be 18 years of age and under 39 years of age on the date deemed as the closing date for applications. Induction Recruit Competitions are held in the Naval Service as required. This is the only way to join the Naval Service to become an Ordinary Seaman. Candidates undergo fitness testing, an interview and a medical exam. The Induction Process will determine if you have the potential to become an Ordinary Seaman in the Naval Service. Application Process Training The Recruit Training Syllabus is designed to produce a physically fit, disciplined and motivated Ordinary Seaman with basic military skills. Naval Recruit training is foundation military training. It is 22 weeks in duration. It is followed by Trained Specialist Training courses. On successful completion of training Recruits are assigned to a Branch and a vessel of the Naval Service. Download the Naval Service Induction & Training Career Progression Newly qualified Ordinary Seamen are encouraged to put themselves forward for further courses in the Naval Service. These courses may enable the Seaman to specialise in certain areas of the Naval Service and progress towards career advancement. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Army Recruit - General Service
The Defence Forces are now accepting applications for General Service Recruit in the Army. We live in a world of diversity; the Defence Forces require men and women from all backgrounds that possess a strong sense of duty, enjoy working as part of a team, and are looking for a rewarding yet challenging career. Army applicants must be at least 18 years old and under the age of 39 years of age on the closing date for applications. When making an application for General Service Recruitment applicants should be aware that the areas of responsibility that applicants apply to are as follows: 1 Brigade - Cork Interview Centre Cork, Carlow, Clare, Galway, Kerry, Kilkenny, Laois, Limerick, Offaly, Tipperary, Waterford and Wexford 2 Brigade - Dublin / DFTC Curragh Interview Centre Dublin, Cavan, Donegal, Kildare, Leitrim, Longford, Louth, Mayo, Meath, Monaghan, Roscommon, Sligo, Westmeath and Wicklow. Where possible we will facilitate applicants to conduct fitness testing & interview at a location closest to their home. What is an Army Recruit? An Army Recruit is a person who enlists for General Service in the Defence Forces and on completion of the initial training program is promoted to Private 2*. Information About Army General Service Recruits The Defence Forces is looking for people who are looking for a challenging and physically demanding career in the military. Applicants should have: The ability to work in disciplined military environment.The ability to work with others in a team.Work well in a high pressure and physically demanding environmentBe willing to serve abroad for extended periods of time. On qualification recruits take up a position as a three star private in one of the following Service Corps — Infantry, Artillery, Cavalry, Transport or Communications Information Systems. Qualifications No formal education qualifications are required to join the Defence Forces as a recruit. However, you must satisfy the Interview Board and the Recruiting Officer that you possess a sufficient standard of education for service in the Defence Forces. Age Limitations Applicants must be 18 years of age and under 39 years of age on the date deemed as the closing date for applications. Induction Recruit Competitions are held in each Brigade of the Army as required and are the only way to join the Defence Forces to become a Private Soldier. Candidates undergo fitness testing, psychometric testing, an interview and a medical exam. In conjunction with this all candidates will be security vetted by An Garda Síochana. Candidates must also provide two referee`s as part of the security vetting process. Candidates will be required to pass both the medical examination and security vetting to be considered for induction. The Induction Process will determine if you have the potential to become a Private Soldier in the Army. Helpful Application Process video'sTraining The Recruit Training Syllabus is designed to produce a physically fit, disciplined and motivated Two Star Infantry Soldier with basic military skills. Recruit training is foundation military training. It is twelve weeks in duration. It is followed by 3 Star training and at a later stage by Trained Soldier Specialist Training courses. Recruits may be required to complete their training in any Defence Forces location and following their training, may be posted to any Defence Forces location subject to Defence Forces requirements. Career Progression Newly qualified Private Soldiers are encouraged to put themselves forward for further courses in the Army. These courses may enable the soldier to specialise in certain areas of the Army or qualify the soldier for promotion and overseas service. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Direct Entry Dental Nurses
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS. All applicants must at the time of application be: (i) a citizen of the State, Or (ii) be any other person who has a lawful entitlement to reside and work within the State for the period of enlistment required and for the period of time that is required for the purpose of any such appointment and (iii) be of good character and satisfy any security clearance requirement and (iv) must not be the subject of any fitness to practice investigation or inquiry and has not had their registration restricted and (v) meet the required minimum standards of medical and physical fitness (as outlined at Paragraph 4). AGE REQUIREMENTS. Candidates must be 18 years of age and less than 39 years of age on the closing date for receipt of applications, which for this competition is 19th September 2025. PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS Candidates seeking an appointment as a Dental Nurse in the Central Medical Unit (CMU) in the Defence Forces must at the time of application have a Dental Nursing Qualification and be registered or have capacity to register with the Irish Dental Council as a Dental Nurse. Post-graduate practical experience along with a completed Dental Radiography qualification would be an advantage. MEDICAL AND PHYSICAL STANDARDS Candidates will be required to undergo a detailed medical and dental examination, which will include urine and blood tests. This examination is to ensure that candidates are in good mental and physical health and free from any condition, abnormality or history of serious illness likely to interfere with the efficient performance of military duties. The following are the minimum physical requirements: a. Height The minimum height requirement is 157.48cm (5ft 2ins). Physical standards and weight must be in keeping with height and age. b. Vision Unaided and untreated vision of not less than 6/36 in both eyes, but which can be corrected to at least 6/12 in each eye or not less than 6/6 in the right eye and not less than 6/36 in the left eye. Eyesight must be surgically untreated or, in the case of laser eye surgery meet certain criteria (see Annex B below), colour vision must be normal. Both eyes must be free from disfiguring or incapacitating abnormality and free from acute or chronic disease. There must be no evidence of squint or latent squint. Applicants who have had previous incisional or laser treatment to correct visual acuity may be excluded from eligibility. This is dependent on the nature of the laser eye surgery performed and on the pre and post-surgery condition of the applicant. See Annex B below. c. Dental Candidates must be free from any serious periodontal disease and possess teeth to a specific standard, which is not less than the equivalent of eleven over eleven natural teeth functionally opposed. In certain circumstances, artificial teeth may be acceptable. d. Hearing A good standard of unaided hearing is essential. Candidates will be required to undergo an audiometric test at which: (i) The sum of the hearing threshold levels, at 1,2,3,4 and 6 KHz should not exceed the age and gender related warning levels contained in the "Guidelines on Hearing Checks and Audiometry Regulations 2007" issued by the Health and Safety Authority, and (ii) Candidates under 25 years of age must be able to hear all measured pure tones up to and including 8 kHz at 20dB in each ear and candidates aged 25 years and older must be able to hear all measured pure tones up to and including 8 kHz at 25dB in each ear. Candidates must also be free from acute or chronic ear disorders. Candidates are advised to avoid all sources of loud noise or music for a period of 48 hours prior to this audiometric test, as exposure to such noise may adversely affect the results of the test. APPLICATION FORM Candidates must apply online to www.military.ie . Candidates wishing to undertake the assessments through Irish must make this request known to the Defence Forces Recruitment Section at recruitment@defenceforces.ie . All correspondence with candidates will be done by email for the duration of the competition. Candidates should ensure the email address given is accurate and correct. Each application is acknowledged automatically within 24 hours. If an acknowledgement is not received within 48 hours of applying, candidates should immediately contact the Defence Forces Recruitment Section at: 045 492553 or recruitment@defenceforces.ie . Likewise, if an applicant’s email address should change, the onus is on the applicant to make contact with the Defence Forces Recruitment Section immediately, advising them of the change of email address. Selection Process Candidates, if eligible, will be required to attend for the various stages of the selection procedure on the dates and times as notified. Applicants who fail to attend for any stage of the selection procedure will be disqualified from participation in any further stages of the competition. Stage 1. Interview Board Candidates called for interview will be required to provide the Interview Board with the following documentation at the time of their interview: Original documentary evidence of their Professional Qualifications and Registration with the Dental Council (An Chomhairle Fiacloireachta) A Passport sized Photograph (signed on the back) An original copy of their Long Form Birth Certificate (photocopies are not acceptable) The original of their Passport (photocopies are not acceptable). Candidates will also be requested to sign the Declaration Form accompanying the application form at the Interview. An applicant may be required to undergo a written and verbal examination to prove they have a satisfactory level of English. An applicant who fails to pass this examination will be advised accordingly and the application will be refused. A panel of candidates who are successful at interview will be formed in order of merit from which future vacancies may be filled. This panel will remain in place for a period of 18 months from the date of its approval by the Deputy Chief of Staff (Support). Stage 2. Medical and Physical Examination Candidates who are successful at the interview stage will be required to undergo a detailed medical examination, including audiometric test. The medical examination will include the provision of urine and blood samples. This detailed medical examination is part of the selection process and does not imply that a candidate has qualified for enlistment. As part of the medical examination, a candidate will also be required to give full and accurate information on their family medical history as requested by the examining Doctor. EXPENSES Candidates are liable for all expenses incurred in connection with their participation before the Interview and Medical Boards. EMPLOYEE VETTING BY AN GARDA SIOCHANA. Candidates who are invited to attend before an Interview Board will be required to complete and sign a Garda Vetting Application Form. This will, pursuant to the Data Protection Act 2018, authorise An Garda Síochána to furnish to the Military Authorities, a statement that there are no convictions recorded against the candidate, or if applicable, a statement of convictions. RANK ON ENLISTMENT The successful candidate will be enlisted in the rank of Corporal or Naval service equivalent. The candidate will be required to serve in Cork as determined by the operational requirement of the Defence Forces with current vacancies in the following locations: Collins Barracks, Cork, T23 VA02, Kilworth Camp, Kilworth, Co. Cork, P61 FT89 and Haulbowline Irish Naval Base, Haulbowline, Cobh, Co. Cork P24 CP21. Candidates will be expected to work in barrack locations in regional centres for short periods from time to time and may be required to serve overseas where necessary. CONDITIONS ON ENLISTMENT a) A successful candidate will initially be enlisted for five (5) years’ service in the Permanent Defence Force on completion of which they may be permitted to extend the term of their permanent service to nine (9) years and then to (12) years, should they fulfil such criteria as may be laid down by the Deputy Chief of Staff (Support) in regards to such matters as conduct rating, physical fitness and medical category. b) A successful candidate may then be re-engaged for such a period as will make up a continuous period of twenty-one (21) years’ service should they fulfil such criteria as may be laid down by the Deputy Chief of Staff (Support) in regards to such matters as conduct rating, physical fitness and medical category. c) Enlisted personnel may, subject to Defence Forces Regulations and to meeting certain criteria and conditions, be permitted to continue in service to the age of 62 years in all enlisted ranks. d) Dental Nurses may be eligible for consideration for promotion once defined career courses have been successfully completed. Any such promotion is subject to there being vacancies in the rank establishment at that time. e) The first nine (9) months of service are regarded as a probationary period. If however, the candidate is found to be unsatisfactory, they may be discharged from the Permanent Defence Force. f) A Dental Nurse will not be required to serve outside the State. PAY, ALLOWANCES AND PRSI OF DENTAL NURSES Enlisted Personnel pay PRSI contributions under Class H, which insures them for the range of benefits under the Social Insurance code, including the State Pension (Contributory). The following are the current pay rates for Dental Nurses w.e.f. 01 March 2025. These pay rates will apply to candidates who, on appointment to the Permanent Defence Force under this competition as Dental Nurses, are members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (see Annex A for further details): €794.32 - €1,005.17 per week Note: In line with Department of Finance instructions, dated 23 December 2010 starting pay will be at the minimum of the scale. Technician Pay: A Dental Nurse will be placed on Group 2 Technician Pay, at a rate of €35.18 per week. Military Service Allowance: As per table above. Note: It should be noted that the rate of remuneration and payment of the allowances outlined above are subject to review and adjustment on an ongoing basis in accordance with changes applicable across the public service generally as per Government policy. Different rates of pay and allowances apply where candidates appointed as Dental Nurses in the Defence Forces under this competition are not members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. Method of Payment Currently a Dental Nurse is paid on a weekly basis by means of electronic funds transfer to a designated financial institution. OCCUPATIONAL PENSION ARRANGEMENTS Members of the Permanent Defence Force may qualify for occupational pension and retirement gratuity (collectively called superannuation benefits) subject to meeting certain terms and conditions. A person’s date of first joining the Defence Forces and whether they have any previous Public Service employment will generally decide their specific occupational pension terms. Successful candidates appointed from this competition will be required to pay appropriate employee pension contributions from weekly pay, as well as the ‘additional superannuation contribution’ (ASC). In general, anyone joining pensionable public service employment on or after 1 January 2013 is a member of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. Further details are set out in Annex A. CLOTHING Items of Uniform are provided to successful candidates. It should be noted that the current provisions regarding the issue of a uniform may be subject to change in accordance with Government policy. LEAVE Subject to the exigencies of the service, annual leave not exceeding thirty-one days may be granted in any one-leave year. It should be noted that this annual leave provision is currently calculated on a 7 day basis. Leave entitlements may be subject to review and adjustment. SICK LEAVE Sick Leave may be granted in accordance with the provisions of Defence Forces Regulation A.12 (Medical Treatment) and Defence Forces Regulation S.3 (Pay and Allowances). Sick leave entitlements may be subject to review and adjustment. HEALTH AND WELFARE Medical attendance, hospital and dental treatment are provided free subject to the limitations as required by law. Personnel in the Defence Forces are subject to compulsory random drug testing and personnel failing a drug test are liable to be discharged from the Defence Forces. COURSES In order to ensure that successful applicants will be competent to carry out the duties of higher rank to which they may be promoted, personnel will be required to undergo such courses as may be laid down from time to time. Personnel may be required to undergo special courses of training, which will be undertaken subject to the provisions of Defence Forces Regulations governing military education and training. Personnel will be required to subscribe to an undertaking that in the event of their leaving the Defence Forces within a specified time of completing such training, they will be required to refund the cost of the training to the Minister for Defence.
Catering Assistant
Beechfield Care Group are currently looking to recruit a Catering Assistant at Woodlands House Nursing Home, Dillons Land, Trim Road, Navan, C15 V585 . We are a long-established Nursing Home Group based in Dublin, Carlow, Meath, Westmeath and Kildare. Our mission is to provide the best standard of quality care to our residents. Our philosophy places the care of the resident at the heart of the nursing home. About Woodlands Woodlands House was built in 1917 in the Georgian style and originally served the needs of the local Church of Ireland clergy as a rectory for the Canon. The building has run as a Nursing Home since the early 1980s. At Woodlands House we believe in respecting the privacy of our residents while catering for their specific needs. This underpins our core philosophy of caring for each resident as a unique individual. About the Role The role requires the holder to be continuously vigilant towards the dignity, comfort, and safety of residents in the nursing home. Role Responsibilities
