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Remuneration The salary scale for the post is: 01/02/2026 €36,288 - €37,752 -€39,294- €39,704- €40,711-€41,582- €42,836- €44,136- €45,484 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. Purpose of the Post · To provide a proactive and responsive security service to ensure a safe and secure environment for patients, staff and visitors. · To safe guard hospital property in addition to that of patients, staff and visitors. · To provide protection and security for all aspects of HSE West located in or on the site of Mayo University Hospital. · To provide a rapid response to all internal disasters such as fires etc. and to implement the Major Accident Plan in relation to the security response. · To maintain and review the operational bomb policy as required. · To provide routine security services within the hospital and to operate the security operational policy as required. · To provide an appropriate and immediate response to requests for assistance. · To undertake seminars and staff education programmes in relation to security on a departmental and personnel level, thereby extending and promoting security awareness to all staff. · To implement investigative capabilities in respect of the recovery of property in cases of theft and losses. Principal Duties and Responsibilities · The post holder will support the principle that care of the patient comes first at all times and will approach their work with the flexibility and enthusiasm necessary to make this principle a reality for every patient to the greatest possible degree · Maintain throughout the Group’s awareness of the primacy of the patient in relation to all hospital activities. · Performance management systems are part of the role, and you will be required to participate in the Group’s performance management programme Communication & Interpersonal Skills · Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in order to deal effectively with a wide range of stakeholders · The ability to present information clearly, concisely and confidently when speaking and in writing · The ability to build and maintain relationships with colleagues and other stakeholders to assist in performing the role. Tenure The current vacancy available is permanent/temporary and whole time. The post is pensionable. A panel may be created from which permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration may be filled. The tenure of these posts will be indicated at “expression of interest” stage. Appointment as an employee of the Health Service Executive is governed by the Health Act 2004 and the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004 and Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Amendment Act 2013. Working Week The standard weekly working hours of attendance for your grade are 39 hours per week. Your normal weekly working hours are 39 hours. Contracted hours that are less than the standard weekly working hours for your grade will be paid pro rata to the full time equivalent. Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the post will be confirmed at Contracting stage. Superannuation This is a pensionable position with the HSE. The successful candidate will upon appointment become a member of the appropriate pension scheme. Pension scheme membership will be notified within the contract of employment. Members of pre-existing pension schemes who transferred to the HSE on the 01st January 2005 pursuant to Section 60 of the Health Act 2004 are entitled to superannuation benefit terms under the HSE Scheme which are no less favourable to those which they were entitled to at 31st December 2004 Age The Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act, 2018* set 70 years as the compulsory retirement age for public servants. * Public Servants not affected by this legislation: Public servants joining the public service or re-joining the public service with a 26 week break in service, between 1 April 2004 and 31 December 2012 (new entrants) have no compulsory retirement age. Public servants, joining the public service or re-joining the public service after a 26 week break, after 1 January 2013 are members of the Single Pension Scheme and have a compulsory retirement age of 70. Probation Every appointment of a person who is not already a permanent officer of the Health Service Executive or of a Local Authority shall be subject to a probationary period of 12 months as stipulated in the Department of Health Circular No.10/71. Protection of Children Guidance and Legislation The welfare and protection of children is the responsibility of all HSE staff. You must be aware of and understand your specific responsibilities under the Children First Act 2015, the Protections for Persons Reporting Child Abuse Act 1998 in accordance with Section 2, Children First National Guidance and other relevant child safeguarding legislation and policies. Some staff have additional responsibilities such as Line Managers, Designated Officers and Mandated Persons. You should check if you are a Designated Officer and / or a Mandated Person and be familiar with the related roles and legal responsibilities. Visit HSE Children First for further information, guidance and resources. Infection Control Have a working knowledge of Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc. and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. Health & Safety It is the responsibility of line managers to ensure that the management of safety, health and welfare is successfully integrated into all activities undertaken within their area of responsibility, so far as is reasonably practicable. Line managers are named and roles and responsibilities detailed in the relevant Site Specific Safety Statement (SSSS). Key responsibilities include: • Developing a SSSS for the department/service [1] , as applicable, based on the identification of hazards and the assessment of risks, and reviewing/updating same on a regular basis (at least annually) and in the event of any significant change in the work activity or place of work. • Ensuring that Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) is integrated into day-to-day business, providing Systems Of Work (SOW) that are planned, organised, performed, maintained, and revised as appropriate, and ensuring that all safety related records are maintained and available for inspection. • Consulting and communicating with staff and safety representatives on OSH matters. • Ensuring a training needs assessment (TNA) is undertaken for employees, facilitating their attendance at statutory OSH training, and ensuring records are maintained for each employee. • Ensuring that all incidents occurring within the relevant department/service are appropriately managed and investigated in accordance with HSE procedures [2] . • Seeking advice from health and safety professionals through the National Health and Safety Function Helpdesk as appropriate. • Reviewing the health and safety performance of the ward/department/service and staff through, respectively, local audit and performance achievement meetings for example. Note : Detailed roles and responsibilities of Line Managers are outlined in local SSSS. [1] A template SSSS and guidelines are available on writing your site or service safety statement . 2 Structures and processes for effective incident management and review of incidents.
Health and Safety Officer
Role Description: Corlann provides a wide range of services to people with an intellectual disability and to their families in Galway and Roscommon. This position is within the Health & Safety Department West Region. The Health & Safety Officer, as a member of the Health & Safety team, is a role designed to provide Health and Safety support to Corlann within County Roscommon Services, with a dual focus for the health and safety of employees of Corlann and for the people supported by Corlann. Reporting To: Health and Safety Manager West Region Qualifications/Experience: · The successful candidate must hold a Level 8 degree in Occupational Health and Safety. · The successful candidate must have minimum of 3 years’ experience in Health and Safety in an organisation. · Experience working in Healthcare/ Intellectual Disability setting is desirable. · A full clean Driving Licence (Class B) and use of own car is an essential requirement. Skills: Candidates must demonstrate the following skills: · Fluency in verbal and written English is an essential requirement of this post.· Excellent communication, administration and organisational skills with accuracy and good attention to detail. · Ability to exercise good judgement, discretion and confidentiality, to communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms and co-operate in a team environment. · A high level of flexibility, willingness and an ability to develop new approaches to our work whilst meeting the changing needs of our service. · Capability to apply technical knowledge and experience to Health and Safety principles and demonstrate a good understanding of Health & Safety systems and legislation. · Ability to produce results, prioritise objectives and schedule work to make best use of time/resources. · Competence in MS Applications and Electronic Information systems. Working Hours: 35 hours per week based on a 5 day duty roster. Contracted hours of work are liable to change between the hours of 8am and 8pm to meet the requirements of the service. The Corlann model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual. Annual Leave: 30 days per annum. Remuneration: Department of Health Grade VI (Clerical) salary scale (01/08/2025) - €57,325 to €70,034 gross per annum. The reference salary applying to the grade ranges from a minimum of €57,325 to a maximum of €65,363 gross basic per annum. After three years on the maximum point, a Long Service Increment applies bringing the annual salary to €67,695 gross basic per annum. After a further three years another Long Service Increment applies bring the annual salary to the maximum of €70,034 gross per annum. Tenure: This post is permanent, full-time and pensionable. Location/Travel Base: Based in Corlann Offices, Lanesborough Street, Roscommon Town, County Roscommon with the requirement of travel to services to meet requirements of job description Probation: A probationary period of nine months from the date of appointment applies to the post. The employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period should the employer find that the appointee is unsuitable to continue employment. The probationary period may be extended at the Employer’s discretion. JOB DESCRIPTION Specific Conditions · Candidate should have a positive attitude towards working with persons with intellectual disability and are required to establish and maintain relationships with adults with disabilities that are based on respect and equality and that promote the independence of the individual. · Candidate should treat each person with intellectual disability as an individual and at all times acknowledge and respect the rights and personal dignity of the person with intellectual disability. Main duties and functions: · To work as part of the Health & Safety Team in preparing health and safety strategies and policies for Corlann including safety statements risk assessments and related protocols that health and safety legislation require in Corlann. · Support services by carrying out inspections /audits to ensure such strategies and policies are being properly implemented. · To assist co-ordination of Corlann’s Health and Safety program’s and train employees on health and safety systems used within the organisation · To liaise with the Building and Facilities Manager related to fire safety for services · To support with the organisations risk management policy, complete risk assessments and advice and support on training programs on risk management systems and related policies. · To respond to employees’ safety concerns · To liaise as appropriate with relevant external bodies and regulating agencies; · To ensure that incidents are managed in compliance with the organisations policies and procedures investigating accidents and producing subsequent reports and recommendations; · Assist where required on the implementation of the organisations contractor’s safety management system. · To promote best practice in infection & prevention control practices in services in the region. · Ensure confidentiality is maintained in all matters concerning people supported by Corlann, including the safe storage of reports and records. · Avail of all training and development opportunities that enhance this position. · Promote dignity at work and show respect to individuals, colleagues and stakeholders in the course of duty. · Adhere to all the Corlann policies, procedures and guidelines and operate within these in all aspects of your work. · Perform such other duties appropriate to the post as may be assigned from time to time by your manager. The role of the post holder will not be limited by reference to this Job Description. It would be expected that the role will evolve as professional, structural and demands of the people supported change and the post holder will be expected to demonstrate flexibility skills that will facilitate this.
ESB Networks Electrical Apprenticeship Programme
ESB Networks DAC serves 2.3 million domestic and business customers in Ireland providing a safe and reliable electricity supply. The ESB Networks Electrical Apprenticeship Programme provides you with: Science* can be replaced by Technology, Art, Craft & Design, Technical Graphics, Metalwork, Material Technology (Wood) Design Communication Graphics, Construction, Engineering, Home Economics, Ag Science, Biology, Physics, Chemistry CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Waste Management Specialist
Position Description ESB Networks owns and operates the electricity distribution system operator in Ireland. We are responsible for maintaining and developing electricity network infrastructure to support all electricity customers and play a key role in enabling the delivery of critical national policies relating to housing, economic development and climate change. Our Networks for Net Zero Strategy sets out our ambition to achieve a net zero ready electricity network by 2040. The ESB Networks Sustainability & Environment team aims to provide sustainable leadership and environmental assurance across all aspects of ESB Networks’ business, while promoting and enabling a culture of sustainability throughout the organisation. Key Responsibilities Salary €59,000 - €70,000 per annum CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Deli Chef / Cook
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the food production area operates efficiently and effectively at all times and provide our customers with excellent products. The ideal candidate will have/be: 2 years` experience in a role with an indepth experiencein fresh food and food preparation Experience in successfully achieving sales targets and KPIs Fully trained in HACCP and food safety, and has experience in meeting the HACCP and food safety requirements Stocktaking experience Have a true passion for the food industry and be creative and innovative with the fresh offering Customer focused and can build a quality and loyal customer base Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Cook, prepare and display the food throughout the day Finish all orders to the highest standard Support the smooth running of food production operations Carry out stock takes and support the working out of the cost price for product and portion control Assist in the induction, training and development of staff in the food production area Attend any training or development programmes as directed by store management.
Deli Manager/chargehand
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the Deli Department operates efficiently and effectively at all times and provides our customers with excellent quality products and services. The ideal candidate will have/be:
Baker
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the Bakery Department operates efficiently and effectively at all times. Provide our customers with excellent quality products and customer service. The ideal candidate will have/be: Previous food preparation and production experience is desirable Qualified baker is a distinct advantage Creative and able to embrace new recipes Excellent communication skills Ability to engage with and prioritise customer needs Strong attention to detail, organised and flexible Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Bake and finish products to the highest standard Drive sales through instore initiatives Merchandise and present the Bakery department to the highest standard at all times and in accordance with relevant store planograms and guidelines Adhere to weekly stocktaking and daily waste procedures in the Bakery Adhere to production planning and batch control guidelines for bakery products Conduct quality and freshness checks Attend relevant training as required and implement learnings in store.
Analytical Chemist
Job Overview (Previous unsuccessful applicants in the last 6 months are not eligble for application) The Analytical Chemist will work as part of the Quality team and will be required to perform chemical testing of raw materials, APIs and finished products using techniques that include, but are not limited to the following: • HPLC Analysis •GC Analysis • UV / IR Spectrometry • Wet-Chemistry Techniques • Preparation and Completion of associated Documentation Essential Criteria: • Applicants must be educated to degree level in a Science related discipline with a strong analytical background. (Applicants with 2 years GMP laboratory experience will be considered in the absence of a degree) • Excellent written and oral communication skills Desirable Criteria: • Practical Laboratory experience • GMP experience • HPLC/GC experience Duration: Full time, permanent Location: Newry Additional Information • Applicants should be able to provide proof that they have a right to work in the UK at the time of their application. Applicants who are unable to provide this proof will not be considered. • We regret that applications received after the closing date and time will not be accepted. Benefits: • Free Life Assurance • Company Pension Scheme • Healthcare cash plan • 32 days annual leave • Wedding Leave • Company Sick Pay • Employee well-being initiatives • Employee Assistance Programme • Canteen Facilities • Employee Perks scheme • Discounted Car Insurance • Annual Employee raffle • Employee Recognition scheme • Career development opportunities Norbrook Laboratories Limited employs a workforce with members of all sections of the community and is committed to appointing people purely on the basis of merit. In accordance with our equal opportunities policy, we would particularly like to welcome applicants from the Protestant Community.
QA Compliance Microbiologist
Job Overview We are currently recruiting for the role of QA Compliance Microbiologist within the QA Cleanroom Compliance department. The successful candidate will provide quality oversight to ensure adherence to all aspects of cleanroom behaviours, gowning, aseptic technique, cleaning & disinfection, transfer procedures and facility standards for classified cleanrooms in line with regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will also support with training, evaluation and continuous improvement projects within our aseptic cleanrooms. This role will involve working a 3 shift pattern including days, evenings and nights. Main Activities/Tasks Duration: Full Time, Permanent This role will involve working a 3 shift pattern: Monday to Friday 6am-2pm Monday to Friday 2pm-10pm Sunday night to Friday morning 10pm-6am The first 8-12 weeks training will be Monday to Friday 9am-5pm Location: Newry Additional Information: This role will be based in a site that produces and handles penicillin, and as such, this role would not be suitable for those that have a penicillin allergy. Applicants should be able to provide proof that they have a right to work in the UK at the time of their application. Applicants who are unable to provide this proof will not be considered. We regret that applications received after the closing date and time will not be accepted. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of a Visa at this time. Contact: recruitment@norbrook.co.uk Norbrook Laboratories Limited employs a workforce with members of all sections of the community and is committed to appointing people purely on the basis of merit. In accordance with our equal opportunities policy, we would particularly like to welcome applicants from the Protestant Community.
Administrator
Company Description Xeinadin was established in 2019 when more than 100 successful, independent, business advisory and accountancy practices across the UK and Ireland came together to re-imagine the future of accountancy. Our collective mission to provide locally forged, trusted business advice to SMEs through forward-thinking, close-knit relationships remains pivotal to our growth. It is our people who help drive our business forward, and we offer them future-focused career opportunities whilst supporting the individual specialisms. Our regional offices of over 3200 colleagues operate in collaboration across the Group, combining collective expertise to maximise our people’s potential. As part of one Xeinadin, our colleagues are able to draw on expertise and support from across our UK, Ireland and central teams, as well as benefitting from being a part of their local communities. Description We are seeking a Part-time Administrator or Assistant to join our Tax team in Cork, and support our Lead Partner, the role will suit an administrator seeking to work a 4 days week who is keen to develop a career in a growing advisory firm. Key Responsibilities All administration in relation to onboarding new clients for our central Tax team including issuing of letters of engagement. Preparing and issuing fees and invoicing clients for the Tax team. Co-ordinating team meetings and administration work for the Cork and Xeinadin Tax Ireland Teams. Maintaining and updating information on systems and follow up for information where required. Preparing PowerPoint presentations and providing administrative support to the Tax Partner & Tax Director and wider Tax team. Debtor follow up and all WIP related work, provisions, fee breakdown. Keeping track of leads and updating leads on the new business register. Key Requirements Strong administrative background ideally in an advisory firm or professional environment with experience in invoicing and WIP reports. Additional Requirements N/A Model Hybrid Salary Competitive Benefits • Company Pension Scheme • 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays • Additional annual leave days from certain levels of seniority • Ability to buy up to 5 days of annual leave to reach a maximum of 30 days per annum • Business closure over Christmas* • Life Assurance x4 annual salary • Enhanced family leave policies • Enhanced Company Sick Pay • Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support, free and confidential • Corporate Discounts Platform Flexible Benefits platform with ability to opt-in to various insurances (level of seniority dependent & self-funded at corporate rates) such as: • PMI single or family • Critical Illness Cover • Cash plan • Cycle to work • Eye care • Dental *subject to exceptions and business needs
