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Job Overview Based within the QC Validation Department, the successful candidate will be involved in collection and analysis of cleaning validation sampling, analytical method validation and completion of all associated documentation in accordance with the relevant validation protocols, and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Main Activities/Tasks The role will involve use of the following standard techniques: Contact: recruitment@norbrook.co.uk Norbook 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.
Temporary Sales Assistant
ROLE To work as a team and support the Pharmacist/Store Manager in ensuring the store is run efficiently on a day-to-day basis. Patient / Customer satisfaction must be at the forefront of your concern, every patient / customer is to be treated as an individual and provided with high quality service in terms of courtesy, kindness, interest and efficiency. This is a temporary position to cover current gaps within the service. QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE Essential Criteria GCSE (or equivalent qualification) Maths and English – Grades A-C Applicants should be able to demonstrate numeracy and accuracy skills required for a retail environment Eligible to work in the UK ( Proof Requested). Desirable Criteria Previous experience in a retail pharmacy environment. An interest in pursuing a career in community pharmacy or equivalent HOURS Full-time or part-time will be considered up to 5 days Monday to Friday Previous unsuccessful applicants within the last 2 months need not apply. Flexibility is required to work other shift patterns if necessary
Sales Assistant
Aurivo Co-op is a large multi-purpose Co-operative engaged in a wide range of activities including dairy processing, liquid milk distribution, animal feed milling, retail stores, e-commerce, garden centres, livestock marketing and sports nutrition. In Aurivo our values define how we operate, employing over 650 people directly and providing employment for many others in wide range of activities including transport & distribution. Opportunity Reporting to the Homeland Branch Manager, the successful candidate will work as part of a close-knit team to ensure an excellent customer experience is provided to all Homeland customers. This position has growth opportunities for the successful candidate who demonstrates a drive and a will to go the extra mile in their daily operations. Key Responsibilities · Dealing with customers queries, ensuring customer retention and maintaining customer satisfaction · Dealing with transactions including cash management · Inventory management and stock control · Merchandising ensuring all area’s of the store are presented to highest standard · Developing a working knowledge of the Core system · Adhoc tasks, duties and projects as required The ideal candidate will have · Previous retail/sales experience in working in Agri an advantage · Ability to engage and prioritise customer needs · Strong communication skills · An ability to work on own initiative and as part of team · Good computer skills · Drive and willingness to be flexible · Desirable knowledge of the agricultural sector
Lab Technician / Quality Control
Aurivo is a large multi-purpose co-operative engaged in a wide range of activities including dairy processing, liquid milk distribution, animal feed milling, retail stores, garden centres, livestock marketing as well as sports nutrition It employs over 700 people directly and provides jobs for many others in transport, distribution and services. Job Overview: Reporting to the Technical Manager the successful candidate will work as part of a close-knit Team within Aurivo Consumer Foods. This opportunity is to assist with Quality functions within Aurivo Consumer Foods. To ensure that the site and its products meet quality attributes and hygiene standards whilst complying with legislation. To support the Technical and Quality Dept. Key Responsibilities and Duties: · Assist in ensuring that all necessary changes to Quality manual are both communicated to and adopted by relevant Depts/individuals with the company. · Assist 3rd party audits to include retailer audits. · Monitoring of all QPS & Standard Operating Procedure Documentation to ensure current in production. · Assist in ensuring that the company is complying with both the Global Standard and customer technical requirements in terms of food safety and quality. · Ensure all necessary changes to the Quality Monitoring System are communicated and adopted by all relevant Depts/individuals within the company. · Keep up to date with changes in food safety with current legislation. · Assist with overseeing Quality functions with regard to the maintenance and updating of company Quality Monitoring System. · Assist with customer complaints. · Completion of Hygiene and Fabrication audits across production. · Completion of Glass & Hard plastic, blade, foreign body audits. · Assist with maintenance of all relevant documentation of suppliers for raw materials including compliance of certificate of conformity, certificate of analysis of on delivery. · Assist with monitoring of factory calibrations, record accordingly. · Assist with monitoring of production documentation i.e. daily records etc. · Assist in lab where necessary. Qualifications and Skills: · Qualification in a food related principle. HNC, HND, Degree is desirable · Ideally a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role · Knowledge of food safety, adherence to hygiene guidelines and current legislation. · Prepare reports to communicate outcomes of quality activities. · Strong organisational and planning skills. · Good communication skills and ability to communicate cross functionally and with all levels of the business · Good PC skills, accuracy, spreadsheet and database maintenance Application Process The company reserves the right to select a shortlist from the applications received.
Purchasing Administrator
Aurivo Co-op is a large multi-purpose Co-operative engaged in a wide range of activities including dairy processing, liquid milk distribution, animal feed milling, retail stores, e-commerce, garden centres, livestock marketing and sports nutrition. In Aurivo our values define how we operate, employing over 700 people directly and providing employment for many others in wide range of activities including transport & distribution. Aurivo Agribusiness are delivering on an ambitious growth strategy, which will see further strategic investment, the continued expansion of our E-Commerce range and the delivery of innovation and customer focused sustainable solutions through partnering with our valued customers. Opportunity This is an exciting opportunity to join our Support Services team in Aurivo House, Finisklin Business Park, Sligo where the successful candidates will provide support to the procurement team by carrying out general administrative duties and placing orders. The Purchasing Administrator must enjoy working as part of a team, build good supplier relationships and demonstrate flexibility in dealing with the fast moving environment in which the Homeland procurement function operates. Key Responsibilities • Analysing product sales forecasts and executing product demand plans to meet the needs of the business • Working closely with the Category Managers to improve the overall supply chain of the business • Administration duties to include Data entry and product updates • Management of Product promotions • Communicating with Suppliers regarding product pricing, availability, and delivery • Store support duties • Management of Supplier Returns • Involvement in Projects • Any other duties that may arise from time to time The ideal candidate will have • Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a highly motivated team • High achiever who is driven by results • Good data analytical skills • Strong time management with the ability to prioritise workloads in a fast-paced office environment • Excellent accuracy and attention to detail • Strong communication skills • Proficient in Microsoft office, in particular Excel • Experience of CORE IT System an advantage
Maintenance Electrician
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the daa Cork Airport Electrical Department for the appointment of a Maintenance Electricians. The successful candidate will work with a team of eleven electricians reporting directly to the Electrical Supervisor. They will assist the electrical / mechanical team in the maintenance of airfield lighting, building services, life safety systems and all other electrical / mechanical systems across the airport campus. The role requires a high level of problem solving and analytical skills as well as the ability to work safely and efficiently under pressure. This is a shift-based role. Full training on specialised systems will be provided as required. Responsibilities • Performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks on airfield, terminal service and life safety systems as required. • Providing technical support for all new equipment installations. • Utilising CMMS based work systems to manage all work activities. • Providing analysis, reporting and technical solutions to eliminate recurring equipment faults. • Be active in identification and implementation of equipment and process improvement projects. • Ensure active participation in all training as required. • Any other duties as required from time to time. Qualifications • QQI level 6 Advanced Craft Certificate – Electrical or equivalent. • Full Class B Driving licence. • Safe Pass. • MEWP operator training (desirable). • Excellent knowledge of electrical and mechanical equipment and associated maintenance principles. • Prior hands on experience of Scada / BMS systems (desirable). • The ability to work independently, and as a member of a self-managed shift team in a dynamic environment that requires flexibility and initiative. • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. • A strong team player is necessary for this position together with a willingness to learn new skills and techniques, in order to meet our changing technical and business environment. • Excellent organisation skills including ability to present information clearly and concisely.
Mobile Ranger
Duties The Mobile Ranger’s overall purpose is to ensure that persons using all park, open space, beach facilities and other areas in the public realm do so in a safe manner. The Mobile Ranger will report to the Operations Department or any other officer as designated by the Chief Executive. The position will require the staff member to do shift work. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Opening and closing the entrance gates and designated areas in the public realm, • Will be required to drive a Council supplied vehicle from time to time, • Patrolling of parks and open spaces, • Monitoring the use of playing pitches, playgrounds, golf courses and other facilities, • Regulating, cleaning and monitoring the use of seating, shelters, pavilions, dressing rooms, craft centres, toilets or other buildings and playing facilities, • Enforcing compliance with designated Acts and bye-laws for regulation, use and enjoyment of such places, • Clearing and disposing of litter from open spaces, playgrounds, buildings and other areas, • Be proactive in preventing injury or damage to persons and property, • Inspection of equipment, recording condition, and reporting of defects on supplied forms, • Organising of games, orienteering events, and other beneficial activities as required for children, youths or members of the public, • Organising of educational tours for school children or other groups, and providing guided tours, • Operating a telecommunications unit in the course of duties, • Will use a bicycle, if required, during the course of duties, • Will distribute information brochures to members of the public, • Furnishing written reports in relation to unusual occurrences, • Working collaboratively with other staff, • Dealing effectively and courteously with customers. Other duties relevant to the post may be required from time to time. A uniform will be supplied which will be worn at all times on duty. It will be the responsibility of the Park Ranger to maintain the uniform in a neat and clean condition. Qualifications and requirements of the post CHARACTER Each candidate must be of good character. HEALTH Candidates shall be in a state of health such 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 applications: (a) Have attained a good standard of general education as will enable him/her to perform satisfactorily the duties of the post. (b) Have a current Safe Pass card. (c) Hold a full clean valid Irish licence for Class B vehicles as a minimum. Particulars of Employment The post is a permanent, whole-time contract. Wages (Weekly Rate) €766.60, €771.52, €773.05, €777.92, €782.75, €787.60, €792.52, €797.35, €802.34, €802.34. Holders of the post shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their post or in respect of any services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. RETIREMENT AGE The retirement age is 70 years. RECRUITMENT A local authority may decide, by reason of the number of persons seeking admission to a competition, to carry out a shortlisting procedure. The number of persons to be invited, in these circumstances, to interview shall be determined by the local authority from time to time, having regard to the likely number of vacancies to be filled. Selection will be by means of an interview conducted by or on behalf of the local authority. Candidates will be required to pay any expenses incurred by them in attending the interview. Panels may be formed on the basis of such interviews. Candidates whose names are on a panel and who satisfy the local authority that they possess the qualification declared for the post and that they are otherwise suitable for employment may, within the life of the panel, be employed as appropriate vacancies arise. The local authority shall require a person to whom employment is offered to take up such employment within a period of not more than 6 weeks and if he or she fails to take up the employment within such period or such longer period as the local authority in its absolute discretion may determine, the local authority shall not employ the person.
Scheduling Coordinator
Join our team With a global footprint spanning six countries around the world, Dovida delivers nine million hours of care each year. In Ireland, our network of 25 offices and 350 key players manage 4,000 professional caregivers, who support, uplift and empower 7,000 clients in cities, towns and villages across the country. Dovida’s ‘Circle of Care’ philosophy ensures it fulfils its promise: Your Life, Your Way Who we`re looking for As a Scheduling Coordinator you should have following skills and experience.
Executive Energy Manager
This is a two-year fixed term position within Cork City Council’s Energy Agency, part of the Emergency Operations & Climate Action Directorate. Reporting to the Energy Agency Team Lead, the Executive Energy Manager will play a senior role in delivering the Council’s statutory energy efficiency and decarbonisation commitments, including its Mission City target of achieving net carbon neutral public buildings by 2030. The postholder will lead the development, procurement and delivery of major energy efficiency and decarbonisation projects across the Council’s public building portfolio. This includes assessing existing building performance, identifying viable technical solutions, developing investment ready project packages, and overseeing their successful implementation. Key Responsibilities A. Strategic Leadership & Governance • Provide senior technical leadership within the Energy Agency and Climate Action Unit, contributing to the strategic delivery of Cork City Council’s Climate Action Plan. • Support the designated Energy Performance Officer (EPO) in coordinating ISO 50001 accreditation, statutory compliance and progress toward national and EU energy emissions targets. • Advise senior management on relevant policy, regulatory and legislative developments, including EU directives and their transposition into Irish law. B. Programme Development, Technical Assessment & Project Preparation • Carry out advanced technical assessments of public buildings, including energy performance analysis, feasibility studies and identification of sustainable retrofit solutions. • Develop comprehensive capital project packages, including bundled projects suitable for investment decisions and public sector procurement. • Prepare or oversee preparation of technical specifications, contract documentation and tender materials in line with engineering, procurement and governance standards. • Ensure all projects and services are procured in accordance with EU directives, national procurement rules and Cork City Council policies. C. Project Delivery, Procurement & Compliance • Lead the delivery of the Council’s Energy Reduction & Decarbonisation Capital Investment Programme, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget and to required technical and safety standards. • Manage pathfinder and demonstrator projects, including State Aid assessments, Public Spending Code compliance, adherence to Infrastructure Guidelines and fulfilment of SEAI funding conditions. • Oversee monitoring and verification of post implementation energy and carbon savings. • Manage the procurement, certification and governance of all energy related capital projects. D. Monitoring, Reporting & External Funding • Lead reporting to the European Investment Bank (EIB) on ELENA expenditure and programme progress, in line with funding contract requirements. • Support the development of EU and national funding applications for research, planning and capital decarbonisation initiatives. • Contribute to the preparation of statutory reports and compliance submissions relating to emissions, energy performance and climate action commitments. E. Collaboration, Stakeholder Engagement & Capacity Building • Work closely with internal stakeholders including Facilities, Fleet, Public Lighting and Capital Delivery teams to coordinate data, project requirements and implementation plans. • Engage with external partners such as SEAI, CARO, Government Departments, utilities and specialist consultants. • Provide technical guidance, mentoring and knowledge sharing within the Energy Agency and wider organisation to build capacity in energy efficient design and delivery. F. General & Additional Duties • Support the implementation of ISO 50001, including gap analysis and continuous improvement activities. • Assist in developing procurement frameworks and long term programmes for energy efficiency and decarbonisation works. • Undertake other duties consistent with the role to advance Cork City Council’s energy efficiency, emissions reduction and climate action objectives. The above 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 them from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POST 1. Character Each candidate must be of good character. 2. Health Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Education, Training, Experience, etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed applications: a) hold at least an ordinary bachelor’s degree (level 7 or higher on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ)) in energy systems engineering, energy management, sustainable energy engineering, building services engineering or a related discipline relevant to the post; OR b) hold an ordinary bachelor’s degree (level 7 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ)) AND a post-graduate master’s degree (level 9 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ)) in energy systems engineering, energy management, sustainable energy engineering, building services engineering or a related discipline relevant to the post. AND c) have at least five years satisfactory experience relevant to the role after attaining the qualification referred to under 3 a) or b) above. d) possess a high standard of technical training and experience appropriate to the nature of the role, including administrative experience. e) have a satisfactory knowledge of public service organisation or the ability to acquire such knowledge. 4. Driving Licence Holders of the office may be required to drive a car in the course of their duties and therefore are required to hold a full driving licence for class B vehicles free from disqualifications. 5. Desirable Skills 1. Energy Management & Technical Expertise • Strong knowledge of ISO 50001, SEAI M&R, energy auditing and building energy performance assessment. • Understanding of EPC/ESCO models, energy performance contracting and M&V methodologies (e.g. IPMVP). • Relevant professional accreditations (e.g. CEM, CMVP) are an advantage. 2. Decarbonisation & Capital Project Delivery • Experience developing and delivering energy efficiency and decarbonisation projects in complex building portfolios. • Ability to prepare technical specifications, feasibility studies and tender documentation in line with public sector standards. • Proven capability managing capital projects, ensuring compliance with Public Spending Code, Infrastructure Guidelines and SEAI requirements. 3. Renewable Energy • Experience in the design, funding or delivery of renewable energy projects (electrical or thermal, ≤3 MW). • Ability to assess renewable energy options for public buildings and fleet applications. 4. Local Government, Climate Action & Policy • Strong understanding of public sector climate action obligations, reporting frameworks and legislative requirements. • Knowledge of national and EU policies (Energy Efficiency Directive, EPBD, NEEAP, LACAP, Covenant of Mayors). • Experience working with Government Departments, EIB, SEAI, CARO and EU partners. 5. Programme Management, Procurement & Funding • Experience developing procurement frameworks, managing consultants/contractors and delivering multi project programmes. • Strong financial and budget management skills, including preparation of funding applications and investment cases. • Experience with EU or national funding programmes, including reporting and compliance. 6. Analytical, ICT & Reporting Skills • High competence in data analysis, energy modelling tools, databases and technical reporting. • Ability to manage, verify and interpret large datasets for statutory and funding-related reporting. 7. Communication & Stakeholder Engagement • Excellent ability to communicate complex technical information to technical and non-technical audiences. • Proven track record of working collaboratively across departments and with external agencies. Salary The salary scale for the post is: €60,255 - €62,447 - €64,640 - €66,837 - €69,032 - €71,226 - €73,423 - €75,606 - €77,813 - €80,001 - €82,523 (LSI 1) - €83,758 (LSI 2) In accordance with Departmental Circular Letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1st January 2011 will enter the scale at the minimum point. Hours of Duty The standard working week will be 35 hours per week. The role may, on occasion, include evening and weekend work. Holders of the post may be called for duty at any time in accordance with arrangements made by local authorities. The Council reserves the right to alter hours of work from time to time.
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.
