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Are you a caring individual looking to start your career as an Optical Assistant? You’ve come to the right place. We aren’t looking for people with years of experience and heaps of qualifications, just passionate, hard-workers ready to confidently welcome and help customers as they walk through our doors. And once you’ve found your feet as a Trainee Optical Assistant, you don’t just have to stop there. We have plenty of professional training and development in other business areas, as well as the support of experienced Opticians and Technicians supporting you on your journey. So whatever you want your career to look like, you can bring it to life at Specsavers. Our store Based in Castlebar, our store has great career progression opportunities! 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:
Trainee Optical Assistant
So, you’re a proactive people person, passionate about retail and offering the best customer service? Sounds like you’d be a great fit here. So, if you’ve ever considered a career in optics, this Trainee Optical Assistant role could be perfect for you. As a Trainee Optical Assistant, you don’t need to have previous experience, you just need to be prepared to create an outstanding store environment for both our customers and our team, making sure every patient receives the best care in our stores. Our store Based in Market Green, our store is community driven with a strong team-centric environment. 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:
Optometrist
Salary: Up to €80,000 OTE - Including Loyalty Bonus every 6months Working hours: Full Time or Part Time Experience level: You must be a CORU registered Optometrist Specsavers in Killarney 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 Killarney where we deliver the very best in customer care. What’s on Offer? Specsavers in Killarney ss 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.
Dispensing Optician
Specsavers in Navan are looking for either an experienced or newly qualified Dispensing Optician to join their team. The focus at this store, is about pulling together and working as a team to ensure that our valued patients have an excellent experience. Become our new Dispensing Optician at Specsavers in Navan - a highly successful store with a great reputation for staff progression and the very highest standards of customer care What’s on Offer? We’re fully equipped with 3 test rooms, the latest clinical technology (including OCT), and a team of 25 – which includes fully trained optical assistants, so everything is in place to let you focus on what you do best. What's more, is that you will have control over your own clinic, so you can control the hours you work, and the amount of time per appointment What we’re looking for Alongside being a qualified and CORU registered Dispensing Optician, the right person for this position will be confident, possess a strong worth ethic and a willingness to succeed. You’ll be passionate about your job and enjoy a fast-paced environment. We are looking for a Dispensing Optician who will go the extra mile for our customers and someone who encourages their colleagues to do the same. In summary, we’re looking for a high calibre resident Dispensing Optician to join us and assist in driving this excellent practice forward.
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.
Assistant Manager (Home Support)
Job Brief This Assistant Manager position will support individuals who are living independently in the Belmullet region. Working in partnership with the people we support, their families, the staff team and local services, the Assistant Manager will help create opportunities for each person to live their best life, in line with Western Care’s values and person-centred approach. The role will focus on guiding and developing the staff team, promoting high-quality supports, safeguarding and inclusion, while ensuring that the service responds flexibly to the unique strengths, goals and rights of every individual. Candidate Requirements Health Applicants must be fully competent and capable of performing the duties of this role and be in a state of health that indicates a reasonable prospect of providing regular, reliable and efficient service
Receptionist
Company Overview Keary’s Motor Group is Ireland’s largest family-owned motor group, with 15 dealerships in Dublin, Cork, Galway and Limerick. Our people come first, as we strive to recruit and retain the best people to meet our customers’ high expectations when buying and servicing their car, bike or van from Kearys. With award-winning sales staff, dedicated financial advisors, a superb aftersales department, and a first-class business development centre, we are passionate about providing exemplary customer care. Working as a team we strive to achieve exceptional standards in this area, placing a strong emphasis on staff training, together with considerable facility development, which remains on-going. Kearys Motor Group’s dedication to excellence and its strong reputation as an outstanding employer are perfectly aligned with the company’s core values – The Keary Way. The Keary Way comprises of three core pillars: People First, Customer Driven, and Professional. Role Overview Kearys Motor Group is looking for top calibre candidates to join its winning team. We are currently seeking to recruit a Full- Time Receptionist to join our growing team based in BYD Bandon, Clonakilty Road, Bandon. Looking to move your career into next gear? Apply today to be a part of our success story. Role Responsibilities: • Managing the running of reception area. • Meeting & greeting customers - act as company ambassador. • Liaising with external parties. • Sorting & distributing post. • Call and email management. • Travel booking – taxis, couriers etc. • Facilities Management and Supply Maintenance. • Ad-hoc tasks as required. Role Requirements: • 1 - 2 years’ experience in a similar role. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Excel at understanding, anticipating and meeting customer needs. • Be efficient, with good organisational skills and attention to detail. • Work well as part of a team. • Be flexible in their approach to work. • Display a professional, courteous manner at all times. • Previous experience within the motor industry is desirable but not essential. Benefits • 31 Days Paid Leave (inclusive of public holidays) • Company Pension • Healthcare Scheme • Employee Volunteer Day • 2 Company Days • Bike to Work Scheme • Referral Bonus • Milestone Programme • Professional & Personal Development • Rewards & Recognition • Employee Wellbeing Programme • 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme • Death in Service Benefit • Long Term Disability Scheme • Tax Saver scheme • Employee Recognition Programme • Sports and Social Club
Plumber
Remuneration The salary scale for the post is: €41,565 €42,722 €45,557 €45,842 €46,127 €46,411 €46,697 €46,982 €47,268 €47,553 €47,869 New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. Reporting relationship The post holder will report to the Maintenance Officer in St Fintans Hospital and the Engineering Officer Laois/Offaly. Purpose of the post The person appointed will carry out mechanical maintenance and repair work as part of a multidisciplinary team comprising engineers, technicians, general operatives and supporting and specialist contractors. To deliver a prompt, efficient cost-effective customer focused service in a team environment. Principal duties and responsibilities The Plumber will: The above Job Specification 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. Eligibility criteria Qualifications and/ or experience 1. Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc. (a) Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: i) Possess a Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) (NFQ) Level 6 (or higher) Advanced Certificate Craft - Plumbing (or equivalent qualification). Or ii) Possess the National Craft Certificate issued by FETAC. Or iii) Possess the Senior Trade Certificate issued by Department of Education. Or iv) Possess a Level 3 Technical/Trade qualification or equivalent issued by City & Guilds, London. And (b) Candidates must possess the requisite technical knowledge and ability, including a high standard of suitability for the proper discharge of the office. 2. Health Candidates for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Character Candidates for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Post specific requirements · Demonstrate depth and breadth of post apprenticeship experience in fitting plumbing, including installation and maintenance, of Commercial / Domestic / Industrial Systems as relevant to the role. · Have successfully undertaken or be willing to undertake the Solas Safe Pass Health & Safety Awareness Training Programme, or equivalent approved training programme. (Please note if you have not undertaken this training, you will be required to successfully complete this training on taking up the post) . · As this post may involve the driving of HSE owned vehicles, the successful candidate is required to hold a full unendorsed Drivers Licence (Category B). Other requirements specific to the post The post holder must: · Have access to appropriate transport to fulfil the requirements of the role. · The post holder will be required to participate in an on-call system and have flexibility where required to cater for specific arrangements such as emergency work, shut downs, shift work and holidays. Additional eligibility requirements: Citizenship requirements Eligible candidates must be: (i) EEA, Swiss, or British citizens OR (ii) Non-European Economic Area citizens with permission to reside and work in the State Read Appendix 2 of the Additional Campaign Information for further information on accepted Stamps for Non-EEA citizens resident in the State, including those with refugee status. To qualify candidates must be eligible by the closing date of the campaign. Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Candidates must: Professional Knowledge · Demonstrate sufficient technical knowledge to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the post. · Demonstrate knowledge of planned preventative maintenance activities on fixed plant & equipment. · Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of installation and maintenance of mechanical services found in a complex facility. · Demonstrate computer competency, including the use of Microsoft word, use of email, excel. · Demonstrate knowledge of energy efficiency measures · Demonstrate a working knowledge of domestic and industrial/healthcare plumbing. · Demonstrate working knowledge of Building Management Systems. · Demonstrate a working knowledge of commercial / industrial potable water systems, and the associated standards for the installation and maintenance of same. · Demonstrate the ability to develop and write technical engineering reports. · Demonstrate the ability to design and implement structured policies and systems for the management of service and maintenance of hospital equipment and systems. · Demonstrate evidence of project management skills encompassing all streams of work appropriate with key responsibilities. · Demonstrate a working knowledge of Health & Safety Legislation, including the Safety, Health & Welfare at Work Act (2005), Safety, Health & Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations (2007). Planning & Organising · Demonstrate effective planning and organising skills. · Demonstrate an ability to develop method safety statements. · Demonstrate the ability to implement work schedules. · Demonstrate the ability to look ahead and forward plan for service developments; including the ability to compile lists of materials required for projects and repairs; the ability to estimate time frames for maintenance tasks. · Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of value for money in the performance of work. · Demonstrate an ability to manage deadlines and effectively handle multiple tasks. · Demonstrate experience in working effectively under pressure. · Demonstrate knowledge of method statement/risk assessment procedures. Team Skills · Demonstrate the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team to resolve problems and implement solutions. · Demonstrate the ability to work independently and on their own initiative, as well as part of a multi-disciplinary maintenance team. Problem Solving & Decision Making · Demonstrate the ability to evaluate information, solve problems and make decisions in a timely manner. · Demonstrate the ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team to resolve problems and implement solutions. Commitment to Providing a Quality Service · Demonstrate a commitment to providing a quality service; including an awareness and appreciation of the service user such as patients, the general public, medical and non-medical staff. Communication & Interpersonal · Demonstrate effective communication skills including the ability to present information on the extent and status of works in a clear and concise manner, written and verbal. · Demonstrate the ability to receive and implement instructions in an effective and efficient manner. · Demonstrate the ability to communicate with other staff members to coordinate works and update on progress of works. · Demonstrate evidence of computer skills, e.g. email etc., as relevant to the role
Forklift Operator
C&D Foods is one of Europe’s leading own label pet food manufacturers producing a range of wet and dry pet foods. C&D Foods has grown to become one of the industry’s leading pet food producers. C&D Foods has 9 production facilities across 7 Countries (Ireland, the UK, France, Denmark, Austria, Spain, and The Netherlands) and 2 sales offices located in Manchester and Italy. C&D Foods’ Headquarters is in Mullingar, County Westmeath. At our C&D Foods site in Edgeworthstown we are currently inviting applications for the role of Forklift Operator- Cold Store to support our Material Handling department Shift Pattern rotating bi-weekly 12HR Shifts consisting of day/night work For Example Week 1 Monday and Tuesday, Off Wednesday, and Thursday and In Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Week 2- Off Monday and Tuesday, In Wednesday and Thursday and Off Friday, Saturday and Sunday. C&D Reserves the right to change working patterns depending on business requirements JOB OVERVIEW We are seeking an experienced and safety-conscious Forklift Operator to join our team on a continental shift pattern within Material Handling. This role exists to ensure the pouch plant is consistently supplied with all required frozen materials and store all Platefreezing pallets in racks. The role requires the individual to manage the timely and safe transport of products between different areas of the business. The position also requires accurate completion of all associated paperwork/scanning to maintain compliance with company and regulatory standards. KEY RESPONSIBILITES · Work to the production plan provided by the pouch department · Ensure timely supply of all required materials to the pouch area to maintain continuous production. · Collect and return any unused materials from the pouch area as needed. · Safely store all plate-freezing pallets produced during the shift on designated racks. · Accurately scan all materials to their correct locations to maintain inventory integrity. · Load and offload frozen materials from trailers as required, ensuring compliance with safety and handling procedures. · Operate the forklift safely in all areas of the site, performing all required pre-use safety checks on the truck. · Highlight any safety concerns to your supervisor promptly and take appropriate action to prevent hazards. · Ensure any quality concerns or issues are identified and reported in a timely manner to maintain product standards. · Any other duties as required PERSONAL COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS · Valid Reach & Counterbalance Licence with the ability to operate both safely and efficiently. · Practical experience with rack loading and unloading in a warehouse or production environment · Proven and consistent track record of safe forklift operation in a production or warehouse environment. · Ability to work independently and as part of a team. · Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment, with exposure to cold, noise and machinery · Ability to work in a busy environment. · Display a positive, can-do attitude. · Commitment to uphold and adhere to high safety standards. · Team Player. · Excellent attention to detail. · Flexibility regarding working patterns (days, nights, weekends and potential overtime from time to time). · Excellent time keeping and reliability
Executive Assistant
Description Due to continued growth TLI Group now require an Executive Assistant to support the CEO in their day-to-day activities including schedule management, the preparation of correspondence and other documentation to support the daily operation of the business. We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented professional with excellent organisational and communication skills who can navigate a fast-paced environment and contribute to the company’s strategic objectives. TLI Group is an equal opportunities employer. Package: Competitive rates of pay. 23 Days annual leave. Sick pay after completion of probation. Take part in our “Career Pathway Programme”, where there is an emphasis on training & career development. Opportunity to progress your career within a growing company. Voluntary Pension available on completion of probation. Employee membership for our LAYA EAP Programme – 24/7 Mental Wellbeing Support & Employee Assistance Programme. Health Insurance Discount. Standard industry training provided. Life Assurance Key Responsibilities • Coordinate internal and external meetings, ensuring efficient office operations. • Serve as the primary point of contact for the CEO, managing communications with discretion. • Identify and recommend enhancements to company procedures and daily operations. • Provide travel and diary management support to the Executive Team. • Organise board and executive meetings in collaboration with the CEO, Chairman, and Advisors; record and distribute minutes. • Support committee meetings and maintain accurate action logs for weekly and quarterly meetings. • Champion TLI Group’s culture and contribute innovative ideas. • Collaborate with colleagues to deliver effective outcomes for customers and team members. • Uphold compliance with all relevant policies, procedures, and internal controls. • Proactively manage a personal development plan. • Perform additional duties as required. Qualifications & Skills Demonstrated experience as an Executive or Administrative Assistant. Advanced proficiency in MS Office, especially Word, Teams, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Exceptional time management with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks. Strong attention to detail and analytical problem-solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication abilities. Superior organisational and planning skills in a dynamic environment. Creative mindset with the capacity to identify and implement improvements. Collaborative team player committed to company values and delivering outstanding service to colleagues and customers Attitudes Maintains a professional presence and demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills Proactive and detail-oriented Adapts effectively to fast-paced environments Works independently with initiative This position is office-based. Due to the fast-paced nature of the role and operational requirements, hybrid working is not feasible.
