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Are you an ambitious optometrist looking to keep your career moving as part of our well-established team? You’ve come to the right place. Whether you’re newly qualified or have years of experience, if you’re passionate and committed to eyecare and ready to bring your best every day, you could be perfect for this role. With clinical and professional development as well as innovative equipment at your disposal, among a team of other experienced Opticians and Technicians, this is an opportunity you don’t want to miss. Our store Based in the centre of Clonmel, we are at the heart of our local community. Our Store has 3 test rooms, all fitted with the latest technology Our team We have a wonderful team of experienced staff in our store ready and waiting for you to meet. We have experienced, local staff who has been part of our team for many years What’s on offer? As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Optometrist
Salary: Up to €75,000 OTE - Including Loyalty Bonus every 6months Working hours: Full Time or Part Time Experience level: You must be a CORU registered Optometrist Specsavers in Tralee are looking for an ambitious Optometrist. We’re a community-focused store dedicated to ensuring that every one of our customers receives an excellent patient experience. We’re seeking an Optometrist ready to use their passion and knowledge to help us build on our ever-growing and loyal customer base. Join us at Specsavers in Tralee where we deliver the very best in customer care. What’s on Offer? Specsavers in Tralee as a very experienced store with many of their staff members being there for over 20 years. They are a very supportive store and will help each individual reach their full potential. You will have access to test rooms which all have phoropters so you will have the ability to use the most up to date equipment during testing. The store Is also actively promoting OCT with over 60% up take! What we’re looking for You’ll need to be a qualified and ideally already CORU registered Optometrist with the drive, passion and the willingness to build upon our customer-focused culture. As part of our team, you’ll need to be able to provide a unique blend of customer care and professional excellence. You’ll need to demonstrate good attention to detail along with a passion for the community. Teamwork also forms a big part of our culture, so the ability to work well with others is essential. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Audiologist/Hearing Aid Dispenser
Ready to do the right thing by our customers? As a qualified Hearing Aid Dispenser (HAD), you’ll share our vision to give customers the very best professional service, helping them improve their hearing and regain the life they want. And with the support of a global brand behind you, you’ll be just as looked after as our patients. Our business Wilton Specsavers is looking for cover across both Wilton and Ballincollig stores. Our team We have a wonderful team of 7 dedicated people across optic and audiology ready and waiting for you to meet. What’s on offer? As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Regional Advocacy Co-ordinator
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & ABILITIES The person appointed will be required to have an understanding and respect for working according to the Mission and Ethos of Corlann South. This requires a personal commitment to the vision, expressed both in words and in style of working. Duties of Regional Advocacy Coordinator: Professional Knowledge & Experience 1. Actively promote and support on-going structural design and systems coordination of 1. a facilitator model of self- advocacy & 2. an approach to Peer Advocacy for those who cannot self-advocate across the entirety of the service. 2. Coordinate and support the work of local staff supporters & self/ peer advocates in leading out on local self/ peer advocacy groups, which can illuminate trends to be raised at regional/ national level in terms of continuous quality enhancement. 3. Support Advocacy Links at Regional and National level. Assuring that the service has depth in terms of advocacy representatives to assist national / regional initiatives will be on-going and efforts to include an equal mix of independent and more dependent people will be a strategic focus. 4. Support the running of a people supported Regional Advocacy Council to raise issues for consideration, in terms of areas for continuous improvement, to the Director of Service & Senior Management Team. 5. Support and facilitate the Southern Region’s representatives to participate in the National Advocacy Council, National Advocacy Policy Group Forum and other relevant forums in place or which may emerge. 6. Support a variety of self-advocates and those taking part in Peer structures to engage in National Conferences/Webinars/ newsletters/ opportunities to share good news stories and any other related initiatives arising across the annual period. 7. Rights Promotion:- Support/participate in internal/external rights promotion groups as assigned by the organisation and Head of QSLD. For example, the Rights Review Committee, Family Forums under CQL’s Quality Assurance Model, Producing quality data associated with Advocacy to the Quality & Rights Oversight Committee (senior quality enhancement monitoring group- CQL), supporting inclusion of people supported on recruitment panels, etc. Not exhaustive as forum involvement and rights-based initiatives may organically evolve in synch with systems to support trajectory of policy/ legislation (i.e. they may have a role in a regional ADMCA forum once established, etc.). • Identify/ Design and provide/ circulate rights-based awareness materials (inclusive of easy reads, updating the accessible library)/ training to assist running of service wide advocacy forums. However, engagement will be guided by the Advocacy Steering Group. 8. Support Training – in Advocacy, Induction, etc. 9. Undertake training opportunities to expand quality of the advocacy coordination role (i.e. communication training to assist teams in capturing people supported voices). 10. Support participation in external advocacy forums as appropriate. 11. Network with other bodies and organisations with an involvement and interest in advocacy to help evolve self & peer advocacy structures, to promote good links and shared learning/expertise (which can be filtered into the promotional aspect of the role). 12. Implement the service’s policies, procedures and practices to ensure the provision of a high quality advocacy service, in the context of a learning organisation. 13. Demonstrate knowledge and experience relevant to the role as per the duties & responsibilities, eligibility criteria and post specific requirements of the role. 14. Maximise the use of ICT, demonstrating excellent computer skills particularly Microsoft Office, Outlook etc. for the purpose of developing accessible documentation. 15. Demonstrate the ability to work in line with relevant service led advocacy and rights policies, legislation and operational procedures set at domestic & international level- as benchmarks of quality. 16. Support Residential and Day Service staff/ key workers to run effective house/ person supported self and peer advocacy meetings focused on rights awareness/ building choice making opportunities/ decision making capacity, and any other relevant areas of learning etc. and report back to line management as appropriate with trends emerging to aid continuous improvement. This qualitative/ quantitative data will also funnel into the service’s Quality & Rights Oversight Committee. 17. Design enhanced ways in which more dependent people can engage in self and peer advocacy and person supported meetings at local level- to make their engagement real and meaningful; with emphasis on them developing skills/ capacity and growing their understanding over their lifespans. 18. Support Key Workers/ staff supporters to understand good participative/ co-design practice principles in regard to completing (with the person) relevant Personal Plan documentation: i.e. rights assessments; satisfaction surveys; engaging in the annual review process; and any other record keeping processes which may arise as relevant to rights in line with their current line management structure. Planning and Managing Resources 1. Support local self & peer advocates to deliver training in Advocacy, organisational induction, Personal Outcomes (person centered planning) Training and other relevant trainings as they arise. 2. Support up-skilling and actual facilitation of person supported self-advocacy representatives within the recruitment panel process. 3. Assist in research, social policy and national/ regional policy design initiatives as they arise, while promoting involvement and inclusion of people supported. 4. Stay up to date on Legislation/ Policy developments which impact upon people’s rights. 5. Attend relevant conferences to continue building awareness of any changes being discussed/ implemented at Policy legislation level & feedback to the organisation at appropriate line management level. 6. Support the implementation of the Assisted Decision Making (Capacity Act) (2015) based on Director of Service/ SMT/ Advocacy Steering Group guidance 7. Demonstrate the ability to plan and organise own workload and that of others in an effective and methodical manner within strict deadlines, ensuring deadlines are met. Demonstrate flexibility to adjust roster to meet priorities of various forums and work duties at regional/ national level is essential. Again, the Regional Steering Group will guide prioritization to aid the Advocacy Coordinator’s workplan. 8. Setting realistic goals and time-scales, taking account of potential problems and competing priorities is a key reflective requirement. 9. Demonstrate a commitment to providing a quality service and going above and beyond baseline standards of quality assurance. 10. Demonstrate awareness, appreciation and respect of the persons supported by the service and their support staff. 11. Embrace the change agenda by demonstrating flexibility, strategic initiative and adaptability in a fluid work environment. 12. Development of Annual Report to SMT and Director of Services as a framework for measuring success of self and peer advocacy structures- this data would align with the Service’s Quality Procedure mapping out a quality data framework for measuring success and identifying areas for improvement. 13. Promote awareness to community-based learning opportunities for people supported, which may raise their competencies and give greater exposure/ education/ experience to enhance informed decision-making capacity. 14. Make decisions and attempt to creatively solve problems in a timely manner before they accumulate. Decision making should employ well rounded and collaborative information gathering from enough sources to offer win-win ideas for consideration with and underpinning evidence base. 15. Navigate the role innovatively within a resource limited environment and seek creative ways to work in partnerships with people supported, their families, staff and communities, etc. to break down inevitable barriers in the current Irish service system (i.e. maneuvering in a context where there is a lack of operationalized pathways to normative societal outlets- housing, education, employment, primary healthcare, etc.). Keeping with a mainstream and normalised/ social model ideology is critical in effectively dispatching this role and promoting rights across the service. Team Working 1. Demonstrate the ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team 2. Contribute to a positive team spirit and remain enthusiastic to the rights and quality of life for those supported by the service. 3. Demonstrate a willingness to become involved and help team members if they are under pressure, while acknowledging the hard work they are putting forth. Team inputs may be different based on their position within the person supported journey; therefore, approaches may require case by case supports with regard to advocacy consultation. 4. Act as a member of the Rights Review Committee as required and support any other organisational forums which may request participation (i.e. as mentioned above in pt 7 professional knowledge & experience). Communication & Interpersonal Skills 1. Have a working knowledge of communication tools (Assistive Technologies for people with intellectual disabilities / IT formats to support their inclusion) and be open to learning more to assist in extrapolating the voice of people supported across self and peer advocacy structures. 2. Support and present to all levels of expertise within the service to embed advocacy and rights promotion at all levels of the organisation. 3. Effective communication skills including the ability to present information in a clear, concise and easy to understand manner are critical. 4. Strong written communication and record keeping skills are required. 5. Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to build and maintain relationships with a variety of stakeholders are essential, while ensuring dignity and respect in all actions. 6. Understanding the importance of independence and inter-dependence in terms of relational autonomy and building social roles, capitol & networks that can enable conceptualisation of rights. 7. Demonstrate the ability to influence people, events and drive change in line with service strategy and in synch with the will and preferences of those availing of our services. 8. To be conscious of health and safety matters in the workplace and in particular, to comply with the employees’ obligations as set out in the Safety, Health & Welfare at Work Act 2005. To this effect, it is essential to keep up to date in mandatory training (i.e. safeguarding, children’s First, Fire Safety & Manual Handling), service designated training and any other additional needs based training which may arise to enable direct facilitation of persons supported to meetings (i.e. epilepsy, medication management, etc.). Confidentiality In the course of the employment the appointee may have access to or hear information concerning the medical or personal affairs of service users and/or staff, or other health service business. Such records and information are strictly confidential and unless acting on the instructions of an authorised officer, on no account must information concerning service users, staff, or other health service business be divulged or discussed except in the performance of normal duty. In addition, records must never be left in such a manner that unauthorised persons can obtain access to them and must be kept in safe custody when no longer required. The above Job Description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post, which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office Essential Qualifications/Education Relevant third level qualification of at least level 6 on the National Qualifications Framework maintained by Qualifications and Quality Ireland (QQI) in Advocacy/Rights, Health, Social Care or similar. Have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a direct support role in the intellectual disability (ID) sector and also have experience facilitating group activities, engagement / co-design initiatives or advocacy related forums. Presenting / Training skills (Design, Delivery & Monitoring Quality) A thorough knowledge, appreciation and experience of working with people with an intellectual disability from the lens of a supported self-directed living/ self-advocacy perspective & peer advocacy lens (i.e. inclusion of advocacy in the person’s circle of support assisting their voice & involvement in all aspects of their life, decision making, etc). Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary/ Interdisciplinary environment Must be computer literate including proficiency in Microsoft Office (excel, word, TEAMS and publisher) and knowledge and proficiency of using information systems for the purpose of developing easy to read documents/policies etc. Working knowledge of ID sector policies and legislation applicable to the role. Ability to lead and drive change and experience planning, leading, coordinating and monitoring projects Strong understanding of quality assurance standards in the ID sector & normalised ways of improvement (quality enhancement) Strong understanding of risk and in particular positive risk taking to build experiences, exposure, education (to aid capacity building) Strong awareness of person-centred planning systems to enable discovery toward designing an individualised service. Understanding of contemporary theories underpinning a social & Human Rights Based model (i.e. social role valorisation, neurodiversity, etc.). Within this it is important to know the backdrop on how service provision arose and how aspects have changed to progress onward from institutionalisation, medicalisation, segregation, etc. AND Must have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office Experience Have a minimum of 5 years’ experience working in the context of disability services (i.e.at least 5 years experience in a direct support role & have experience facilitating group activities, engagement / co-design initiatives or advocacy related forums. A strong desire to work with person with an intellectual disability. An attitude to drive a person centred approach to peer and group / self-advocacy from the frame of a social model/ human rights based approach. Presenting/ Training skill set/ delivery experience Robust & Varied Experience leading initiatives with persons supported and staff. Track record of representing the organisation at relevant committees Experience of designing service wide structures/ systems to operationalise a strategy and embed same into all workings of the organisation. Knowledge Health Acts 2004 & 2007 Statutory Instrument 367 of 2013, under the Health Act 2007 (Care and Support of Residents in Designated Centred for Persons [Children and Adults] with Disabilities) Regulations 2013 Disability Act 2005 Equality Act 2000-2004 UNCRPD 2006/ Charter of rights Assisted Decision Making (Capacity) Act 2015 Person Centred Theories & Systems Solutions Focused approach to leadership Relevant policies shaping the trajectory of ID service design (i.e. New Directions, Move from Congregated Settings, National Disability Strategy to whole society/ cross-departmental inclusion, etc.).
Volunteer & Student Placement Co-ordinator
Applications are invited for the following post VOLUNTEER & STUDENT PLACEMENT CO-ORDINATOR - Ref: 58/2026 Permanent Part-Time (42 hours per fortnight) Administrative Centre, Lota, Glanmire, Co. Cork Ethos Corlann South aims to empower people with intellectual disability / autism and their families to live the lives they choose. Our focus going forward is to form a relationship/partnership with each individual and their family, enabling them to design their own service so that they can enjoy a meaningful life in a real place with a healthy balance of supports. We wish to create opportunities for people with an intellectual disability to have valued social roles in their communities and to have the chance to form genuine friendships. In order to assist us to achieve this vision we wish to recruit innovative and proactive people who will relish the opportunity to assist in implementing this vision. JOB SUMMARY The person appointed to the post will: To develop, coordinate, and oversee a high‑quality volunteer programme and student placement system that enhances the lives of people supported by the organisation. The role ensures that all volunteers and students are appropriately recruited, vetted, inducted, supported, and integrated within services while upholding organisational ethos, policy, safeguarding standards, and regulatory requirements. The person appointed to the post should be flexible in their approach to service delivery and should have the ability to participate proactively as a member of a team and contribute positively to the ongoing development of effective teamwork. In addition, a high level of flexibility will be required around starting and finishing times due to the nature of the post. The post holder will be required to take an active part in ensuring that the day-to-day operations ofthe Service reflect the ethos and vision of Corlann and that all co-workers are meeting the needs of the people who use services therein. The Candidate: The successful candidate must Please see the job specification for further details on eligibility criteria and roles and responsibilities associated with volunteer and student placement coordination Salary Scale: Admin. Grade V €52,757 - €63,110including LSI’s pro-rata per annum (Consolidated Scales 1/6/26) * Successful candidates are required to submit all documentary evidence outlining any relevant experience within 3 months of starting date. Failure to do so will mean that any incremental credit due will be paid from date of submission of documents. Reporting to: Head of Quality Standards, Learning & Development (QSLD) Informal enquiries to: Jonathan Lerner, Head of Quality Standards Learning and Development Tel: +353 87 6038191; The closing date for receipt of all applications is: Sunday 1st November 2026 Interviews scheduled for Friday 20th November 2026 A panel may be formed from this competition from which future vacancies may be filled Applications should be made online using the ‘Apply’ Link Below Corlann South is an equal opportunities employer
Assistant Manager
OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE POST The purpose of the role is to assist in the day-to-day running of the new Cork Furniture Shop whilst motivating and encouraging staff and volunteers to help achieve sales targets. DUTIES: • Assist in managing and developing the Furniture Shop in the context of an agreed work plan and agreed financial targets. • Assist in the recruitment, training and appraising of shop staff, both paid and voluntary. • Source high-quality stock. • Ensure there are adequate staffing levels in the shop at all times. • Ensure the appearance of the shop internally and externally is attractive to customers and in line with brand standards. • Assist in merchandising, its security and its preparation for sale and display. • Maintain accurate management and information systems. • Ensure the shop is stocked with adequate information and leaflets on Enable Ireland services, staff are briefed accordingly and queries from the public are dealt with in an efficient and sensitive manner. • Assist in the full implementation of Enable Ireland Health & Safety policy in the shop. • Be vigilant and comply with any Health & Safety and Welfare risks in the workplace and bring any concerns to the attention of your line manager. • Participate in the efficient flow of information within the organisation by sharing and seeking information as appropriate. • Undertake other duties as may be requested by the line manager from time to time. • Assist and support other Enable Ireland shops if and when required. • Undertake your work in a manner that is friendly, flexible and informal. • Complete all administration and financial work in accordance with Enable Ireland Policies and Procedures. • Contribute to good teamwork by sharing knowledge and skills and supporting colleagues to ensure that the Furniture Shop runs efficiently and effectively. QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE • Retail experience is essential. • Retail supervisory experience. • Ability to achieve sales targets. • Fiscal management. • Good working knowledge of merchandising. • Eligible to work in the State. ORGANISATION & PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE • Knowledge of Enable Ireland. • Strong customer service skills. • Ability to deal sensitively with queries about Enable Ireland services. CORE COMPETENCIES: • Excellent interpersonal and sales techniques. • Leadership: • IT Skills: - Proficient in MS Office – good general IT skills.
Shop Manager
OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE POST The purpose of the role is the day-to-day running of the new shop in Killarney opening soon whilst motivating and encouraging staff and volunteers to help achieve sales targets. DUTIES: • Manage and develop the new shop in the context of an agreed work plan and agreed financial targets. • Recruit, train and appraise shop staff, both paid and voluntary. • Source high quality stock. • Ensure there are adequate staffing levels in the shop at all times. • Ensure the appearance of the shop internally and externally is attractive to customers and in line with brand standards. • Be responsible for merchandise, its security and its preparation for sale and display. • Maintain accurate management and information systems. • Ensure the shop is stocked with adequate information and leaflets on Enable Ireland services, staff are briefed accordingly and queries from the public are dealt with in an efficient and sensitive manner. • Be responsible for full implementation of Enable Ireland Health & Safety policy in the shop. • Be vigilant and comply with any Health & Safety and Welfare risks in the workplace and bring any concerns to the attention of your line manager. • Participate in the efficient flow of information within the organisation by sharing and seeking information as appropriate. • Undertake other duties as may be requested by the line manager from time to time. • Assist and support other Enable Ireland shops if and when required. • Undertake your work in a manner that is friendly, flexible and informal. • Complete all administration and financial work in accordance with Enable Ireland Policies and Procedures. • Contribute to good teamwork in sharing knowledge and skills and supporting colleagues to ensure that the shop runs efficiently and effectively. Terms & Conditions: Responsible to: Area Manager Probation: A probationary period of 6 months applies, wherein three probationary meetings will take place to review your performance and suitability for appointment. The probationary period may be extended or terminated for any reason at Enable Ireland’s discretion. Salary: An attractive salary of €32,046. Excellent benefits. Annual Leave: Annual leave entitlement is 22 days pro rata per annum plus 2 gift days and proportionately less for less than 12 months service. Pension Scheme: Enable Ireland operates a contributory pension scheme that all employees following start date. Medical: The successful candidate will be required to undergo a medical assessment. Garda Clearance/Police Clearance: These will be required for all prospective employees who will undertake relevant work or activities relating to children or vulnerable persons. Sick Pay: (If applicable) All periods of sickness exceeding two days must be medically certified. Weekly medical certificates are required thereafter. The Company reserves the right to have you examined by its own Doctor after 3 months continuous sick leave. Upon completion of 6 months continuous service with the Company, sick pay will be as follows: Full pay less social welfare for the first 13 weeks of sickness in any 12-month rolling period and half pay less social welfare for a further 13 weeks of sickness absence in the same 12-month rolling period. Redeployment: In exceptional circumstances, the organisation reserves the right to redeploy you to an alternative role that is suitable to your skills and experience. QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE • Experience working in the retail sector at manager/supervisor level. • Ability to drive and achieve sales targets. • Strong financial ability. • Strong commercial experience. • Current valid Driving Licence. ORGANISATION & PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE • Knowledge of Enable Ireland. • Strong customer service skills. • Ability to deal sensitively with queries about Enable Ireland services. CORE COMPETENCIES: • Excellent interpersonal and sales techniques. • Leadership: • IT Skills: - Proficient in MS Office – good general IT skills. • Eligible to work in the State.
Machinery Operator – General Operative
The Position: Waterford City and County Council invites applications from suitably experienced persons, who wish to be considered for inclusion on the panel for Machinery Operator / General Operative for the Machinery Yard Dungarvan. Duties: Duties will include handwork (raking & shovelling) of hot macadam and surface dressing materials as well as the operation of plant, machines and equipment used in road surfacing and repair works, Plant and machinery may include tractors, rollers, pavers, skid steer loaders, tar sprayers, chip spreader and other specialist road repair equipment. Truck driving may also be required from time to time where the candidate has the appropriate Licence and Training. The role will be based in the Machinery Yard, Dungarvan. Duties may also include the operation of winter maintenance vehicles. The successful candidate: • Will be employed as a Machinery Operator / General Operative reporting to the relevant supervisor • Will be part of the Council’s Machinery Yard crew and will carry out any Machinery Operator and/or General Operative duties assigned by Line Manager • May be required to be on-call • May be required to work early mornings, evenings and weekends. • May be required to carry out winter gritting, snow ploughing, storm response & other seasonal duties. • Will carry out regular vehicle maintenance checks as required and notify manager of issues. • Will carry out the loading and unloading of vehicles as required • Will have an initial base but may be reassigned to any location within the County • May be required to participate in further training courses or programmes. • Will comply with the Driver Policies including vehicle use policy of Waterford City & County Council as revised from time to time. • Will comply with Waterford City & Council Health & Safety policies and procedure Other duties will include but are not limited to the following:- • Be responsible for the safe keeping of all materials, vehicles and equipment allocated to him/her for the purpose of carrying out his/her duties; • Patch-macadam, tar and chippings; • Use of wheelbarrow, yard brush, shovel, etc; • Surface dressing, road strengthening, sweep chips, traffic control; • Drainage, road sewers, clean gullies; • Emergency work – required outside of normal working hours; • Implement plant maintenance duties as assigned; • Monitor plant performance; • Maintain plant records as assigned; • Undergo training for Health& Safety, technical skills and general performance as assigned; • Respond to emergencies as requested by Supervisor; • Be available for emergency call out outside normal working hours; • Carry out any other relevant duties as assigned by supervisor; • Be responsible for the maintenance of good work practices and working relationships; • Maintain and communicate information for the effective delivery of service; • Ensure compliance with organisational policies, procedures and legislation; • Support and participate in the establishment and maintenance of improved standards and quality initiatives; • Demonstrate flexibility and mobility consistent with the needs of the service; • Co-operate with the familiarisation/instruction of other employees where appropriate • Participate and co-operate with all training initiatives as required; • Manage and maintain resources effectively and efficiently; including any required daily duties associated with the upkeep of plant and equipment. • Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time. The person employed will be required to perform assigned duties exercising duty of care, in the interest of safety of oneself, fellow employees and the general public, at all times in compliance with Waterford City and County Council’s Health and Safety Management system. The Person: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms; Character Be of good character Health Be in a state of health as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Education, training, experience etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms; 1. Have reached a standard of education sufficient to enable him/her to carry out the duties assigned to him/her satisfactorily 2. Have previous experience in such areas as general labour, ground work, drainage work, operating machinery, operation of road maintenance equipment, handling asphalt, paving and/or concrete work , 3. Holding category B licence is mandatory (C and/or CE licence is desirable but not mandatory) 4. An up-to-date Safe Pass or Manual Handling Certificate is not required as part of the application process but must be presented before commencement of employment if a candidate is successful. Each candidate will demonstrate through their application form and at interview, (if called for interview), that he/she has/is; • Good communication and interpersonal skills • Self-motivated with a record of demonstrating initiative and ability to use judgement in a work place environment • Capacity to contribute to and work well in a team • Sufficient knowledge and understanding of Health & Safety requirements • Flexibility in terms of working hours as the duties can involve working outside of normal hours as required. Rate of Pay: €770.66 to €794.39 Hours of Work: 39 hours per week Annual Leave: 25 days per annum (inclusive of Good Friday) Pension: The Local Government Superannuation Scheme applies, the Single Service Pension Scheme applies in the case of New Entrants. Location: While the initial assignment will be the Machinery Yard in Dungarvan, Waterford City and County Council reserves the right to assign successful candidates to any department or premises in use by the Council, now or in the future. Changes in location of employment will not result in payment of disturbance money or other compensation. The person appointed will be required to provide him/herself at his/her own expense with the necessary mode of travel to and from work Application Process Completed application forms must be e-mailed to recruitment@waterfordcouncil.ie no later than Thursday, 5th November, 2026. Please include “Machinery Operator/ General Operative” as a reference in the subject line before emailing the application. An official application form must be completed in full by the closing date for the competition. Please note that amendments to the application form will not be accepted after the closing date. CV’s will not be accepted in lieu of an application form. Please send your application from an e-mail address that you will review regularly as communication during the assessment/selection period will only be through that e-mail address. Please also ensure that you regularly review your spam/junk email folder as occasionally your email service provider may direct emails to that folder. Selection Process Candidates will initially be assessed to ensure that they have the minimum requirements for the position. Candidates will then be assessed on the basis of the information contained in their application form to determine, having regard to the requirements of the position and the number who have applied, if they should be called for interview. Short-listing may apply. The admission of a person to a competition, or invitation to attend interview, or a successful result letter, is not to be taken as implying that Waterford City and County Council is satisfied that such a person fulfils the requirements or is not disqualified by law from holding the position. Prior to a candidate being appointed, Waterford City and County Council will make all such enquiries that are deemed necessary to determine the suitability of that candidate. Until all stages of the recruitment process have been fully completed, a final determination cannot be made nor can it be deemed or inferred that such a determination has been made. Non Irish Qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the National Framework of Qualifications, overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. Shortlisting: While a candidate may meet the eligibility requirements of the competition, if the numbers applying for the position are such that it would not be practical to interview everyone, Waterford City and County Council may decide that a number only will be invited to same. In this respect, Waterford City and County Council provides for the employment of a short listing process to select a group for interview who, based on an examination of the application forms, appear to be the most suitable for the position. An expert board will examine the application forms against pre-determined criteria based on the requirements of the position. This is not to suggest that other candidates are necessarily unsuitable or incapable of undertaking the job, rather that there are some candidates, who based on their application, appear to be better qualified and/or have more relevant experience. It is therefore in your own interest to provide a detailed and accurate account of your relevant qualifications/ experience on the application form. Competitive Interview: Selection will be by means of a competition based on an interview conducted by or on behalf of the local authority. This interview may be in person or online, this is at the discretion of the Local Authority. Panel may be formed on the basis of such interview. Candidates whose names are on a panel and who satisfy the local authority that they possess the qualifications declared for the post and that they are otherwise suitable for appointment may within the life of the panel be appointed as appropriate permanent and temporary vacancies arise.
Team Member
CAN YOU FOLLOW IN THE COLONEL’S FOOTSTEPS? So, think you’ve got what it takes to join us? If you answer ‘ YES ’ to this question then you might just be right… Are you a team player? The ‘not-so’ secret to success is teamwork. Working in a KFC restaurant is all about working together to give our guests the best service. You’ll need to be up for meeting new people and be ready to get involved, help your team, our guests and keep cool when it gets busy. We’re not looking for years of experience or a degree in Guest Service, we’re just looking for real people up for getting stuck in, making a difference for our guests and being part of our awesome team. Don’t worry about the rest, we’ll teach you all you need to know. And if you needed any more persuasion, we also offer free meals , 25% discount , flexible shifts and educational development opportunities up to degree level to all of our Team Members as standard. WHO WE ARE Take one man with a big idea (and some serious style), add 11 herbs and spices, 1,009 rejections, buckets of grit, ambition and southern hospitality and you’ve got KFC. It’s simple, we’re a people business that sells chicken and chips (and some other pretty epic stuff too). OUR RESTAURANT CULTURE We do things the right way. It isn’t always easy, but it’s always better. We lead with our hearts, work hard and play hard and we welcome everyone into our big KFC family. It doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or what your shoe size is – everyone has a place at the Colonel’s table. All we ask is that you roll up your sleeves, get stuck in and treat our team like family and our guests as friends. It’s what the Colonel would do. That got you cluckin’ excited? Apply now - there might just be a seat for you at the Colonel’s table…
Assistant General Manager
CAN YOU FOLLOW IN THE COLONEL’S FOOTSTEPS? Here’s a bit more on what you can expect from the job and some of the important experiences that can help you show you’ve got what it takes to make the Colonel proud… As an Assistant Restaurant General Manager (ARGM) you will be “wingman” or woman to the Restaurant General Manager (RGM) . You’re an authentic brand ambassador who also happens to love our chicken and chips. Our ARGM’s have a wealth of experience coming from a variety of backgrounds, from supermarkets and pubs, to high street retailers and even banks. You’ll be empowered to partner with your RGM to run your restaurant like you own it. We want to give the kind of guest service that makes guests come back for more so we’re looking for leaders who will coach their teams well and can create a culture that puts guests at the centre. WHO WE ARE Take one man with a big idea (and some serious style), add 11 herbs and spices, 1,009 rejections, buckets of grit, ambition and southern hospitality and you’ve got KFC. It’s simple, we’re a people business that sells chicken and chips (and some other pretty epic stuff too). OUR RESTAURANT CULTURE We do things the right way. It isn’t always easy, but it’s always better. We lead with our hearts, work hard and play hard and we welcome everyone into our big KFC family. It doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or what your shoe size is – everyone has a place at the Colonel’s table. All we ask is that you roll up your sleeves, get stuck in and treat our team like family and our guests as friends. It’s what the Colonel would do. That got you cluckin’ excited? Apply now - there might just be a seat for you at the Colonel’s table…
