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Because you make the difference Here at Primark, we love to do things our way. Because we help our customers keep up with high fashion at affordable prices. We do everything with passion, high standards and care around here. And if that sounds like you, join us as a Retail Assistant. Because you matter People are at the heart of what we do, so it’s essential that we provide you with the right environment to perform at your very best. We offer benefits that put you first: To join us, apply today!
Maintenance Officer
Remuneration The salary scale for the post as at 1st August 2025 is: €57,325 €58,691 €60,359 €63,491 €65,363 €67,695 €70,034 LSIs 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. Key working relationships The client groups served by the Maintenance Department include the acute hospital services, primary care services, mental health services, disability services and administration. Purpose of the post The overall purpose and objectives of the post of Maintenance Officer will be to assist the Engineering Officer and craft staff through providing a theoretical and practical working knowledge of Mechanical/Electrical Control Systems related to the built environment. The post holder will be a team leader with a proactive approach in meeting deadlines and ensuring the highest customer satisfaction is delivered. The post holder will work closely with: Hospital General Manager Directors of Nursing Estate Manager Project Manager(s) Estates Staff Principal duties and responsibilities Management • Manage and develop all staff in consultation with the Maintenance Manager. • Be a motivator of staff to ensure corporate objectives are met. • Make decisions within clearly defined National and HSE policy, in respect of the Maintenance Department. • Manage and be accountable, within agreed parameters, for the budgetary performance of services for the Maintenance Department. • Assist in the development and implementation of policies, best practices and efficient procedures in the maintenance area. • Participate on Project Teams as required. • Be involved in the supervision of staff. • Examine time sheets and attendance records and clarify as appropriate, and arrange holiday periods for the staff under his/her control so as to not unnecessarily disrupt the maintenance programme. • Deal with staff issues and liaise with management regarding any issues requiring referral to other parties. • Be involved in the handling of disciplinary issues. • Supervise and direct staff including Maintenance Foreman, Assistant Foreman and Charge hands assigned to him/her. • Supervise and ensure the maintenance of all machinery, plant and equipment and all gas, electrical and steam installations in buildings owned or occupied by the HSE and all vehicles, but excluding transport fleet under the control of Chief Ambulance Officer. • Supervise and control outside contractors engaged in minor capital works or in planned maintenance programmes and ensure that insurance requirements and health & safety legislation are fully complied with. • Monitor the implementation and effectiveness of all maintenance contracts in plant, in each location. Technical • Report on the status of outstanding reactive work related to building systems and develop overarching planned preventative maintenance works schedules for sites. • Be involved in the maintenance, repair, upkeep and efficient operation of water and sewage systems serviced on the HSE’s premises. • Be involved in the supervision of staff assigned and the arrangement of employments as may be necessary in consultation with the Maintenance Manager. • Arrange and supervise contract work carried out, in line with HSE policy. • Prepare reports, estimates, specifications and drawings as required for the proper carrying out of work. • Keep appropriate records, checks and tests as may be required. • Prepare annual planned maintenance work programmes for all buildings, plant and equipment and prepare estimates, specifications and drawings to implement the work in consultation with the Maintenance Manager, Estates Department, for each administrator. • Prepare progress reports on all capital and planned maintenance work programmes. • Act as maintenance representative at design team and project team meetings on major capital projects as requested. • Keep such books and records as required, and submit for checking. Keep drawings and manuals properly stored and revise when required. • Be responsible for the ordering, or requisitioning where appropriate, through stores, of materials etc., required in the execution of his/her duties. • Arrange to be available during off-duty periods in case of emergency or when requested by the Service Managers. Technical Experience Applicants must have broad Technical experience of work with special reference to installation, commissioning, operation and front line maintenance of several of the following: • Heating and cooling systems, LPHW systems, clean air systems, air handling units, hot and cold water services, sewage treatment plants, water treatment services; RO plants, water softener plants, UV systems, catering equipment, refrigeration plants, cook-chill equipment, laundry equipment, medical gases plants, natural gas systems, LPG systems, gas and heavy oil systems. • Central sterilisation services equipment, endoscopy decontamination equipment. • Life saving equipment; fire detection systems, emergency lighting systems, passive fire prevention systems, fire hydrants and portable/fixed fire fighting equipment. • Service Contract management, assess register management. Purchasing, invoicing, procurement, HR/personnel management functions. • LV and MV electrical distributions systems, motorised ACBs, MV switchgear/transformers, standby generators, isolated power systems, cardiac/body protected rooms, UPS systems. • Telephones systems; data cabling networks, passenger bed lifts, DC systems. CCTV and access control systems, TV distribution. • Biomedical equipment; Patient monitors, central stations, telemetry systems, X-Ray equipment, infusion devices, beds, hoists, bedpan washers, trolleys, theatre pendants, theatre lamps. • Procurement of medical equipment, facility plant and minor refurbishment works. • Maintenance of roofs, chimneys, rainwater systems, roadways, signage, paths, grounds, garden amenities, trees, boundary fencing. • Minor refurbishment works and upgrading to wards, offices, residences, roadways, grounds/landscapes and other facilities. Equipment and plant replacement projects. • Energy Management and Sustainability: The Maintenance/Technical Services Department is also involved in developing energy efficient monitoring systems and implementing energy saving and Sustainability initiatives. • The Maintenance/Technical Services Department provides support, advice and supervision on new capital/minor capital building projects i.e. community nursing units, primary care units, acute psychiatric units and acute hospital developments. • Oil burners, Natural Gas burners, L.P.G. and dual fuel burners. • Building / Energy Management Systems. • Water treatment systems including water softeners, filtration systems, dosing systems and reverse osmoses plants. • Major Catering facilities. • Air Conditioning units, chillers units. • Clean Air Systems, A.H.U.’s heating / cooling/dehumidification/humidification. • Cold water distribution systems, water storage cisterns, hot water distribution systems, hot water Calorifiers and plate heat exchangers. • Foul and Surface Water drainage systems. • Sanitary Fittings, TRV’s. • Hydraulic and electric driven passenger / goods lifts. • Have the ability to identify root fault causes through the use of building BMS/BEMS systems. • Have the ability to carry our practical troubleshooting works, assisting craft staff to diagnose and repair plant and equipment faults. • Take a lead role on developing and maintaining all Technical/IT Systems supporting the Maintenance Department. Education & Training • Prepare training recommendations to upgrade the skills and applications of the HSE’s maintenance staff and contribute to the training and induction of other categories of staff, as requested. • Ensure staff participates in training and courses as may be necessary / mandatory, in the performance of their duties. • Ensure that services adequately meet the needs of the Service on an on-going basis. Administrative • Maintain records associated with staff, timesheets, work requisitions, work in progress etc. • Be involved in the development of safety statements and the administration of files. • Ensure all policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines in addition to risk assessments, are updated and reviewed as required. • Write up purchase orders and verify invoices. • Process approval for payments. • Ensure value for money in purchasing of materials and awarding of contracts in line with HSE NFR procurement policy. Health & Safety • Ensure that all requirements, statutory and recommended, needed to maintain a safe environment, for patients, staff and others are met and the provisions of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 1989 are fully complied with and act as Project Officer Design/Construction stage where required. • Have a working knowledge of the 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. • Support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. 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 Candidates must have at the latest date of application: Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc (a) Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: (i) Possess a third level qualification to a minimum standard of Level 7 in Mechanical, Electrical on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) maintained by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) OR (ii) Possess the National Craft Certificate issued by FETAC in Mechanical or Electrical OR (iii) Possess the Senior Trades Certificate issued by Department of Education in Mechanical or Electrical OR (iv) Possess a Level 3 Technical/Trade qualification or equivalent issued by City & Guilds, London. OR (v) Have successfully served a Craftsman apprenticeship of not less than four years and qualified as a Craftsman (Electrical/Plumbing/Fitting) as recognised by the Irish Standards Authority ETB (Education and Training Board) OR (vi) Possess an equivalent qualification AND (vii) Have a minimum 5 years post qualification experience in the management and supervision of staff, in the control and supervision of contract work, in a role relating to the maintenance of large scale and complex buildings and associated engineering services and plant. And (a) Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability, including a high standard of administrative capacity for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. 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. Character Candidates for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Post specific requirements • Demonstrate depth and breadth of experience as relevant to the role. Other requirements specific to the post • Access to transport, as this post will involve frequent travel between sites. • Candidates may need to respond to emergencies that arise in the hospital as soon as possible. • Overtime may be required to be performed periodically. • A HSE mobile phone or bleep device will be required to be carried during working hours. • Have successfully undertaken or be willing to undertake the Solas Safe Pass Health & Safety Awareness Training Programme, or equivalent approved training programme in line with service need. (Please note if you have not undertaken this training, you will be required to successfully complete this training on taking up the post.) 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. Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Candidates must demonstrate: Technical / Professional • Sufficient technical knowledge to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the post. • Awareness of health & safety regulations and risk management, as relevant to the role. • Evidence of computer skills including the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, e-mail and the internet, as relevant to the role. • Evidence of experience and ability to perform hands-on maintenance repair work on equipment with tools, if required. Leadership and Team Work • Leadership and team management skills, including the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team. Planning and Organisational Skills • Knowledge and experience of managing budgets. • Evidence of effective planning and organising skills, including awareness of resource management and the importance of value for money. • Experience of the development of work schedules for personnel and contractors. • Experience of the development of planned maintenance programs and method statements. • Experience in working effectively under pressure. Communication / Interpersonal skills • An ability to facilitate and manage groups through the learning process and the ability to give constructive feedback to encourage learning. • Effective communication skills including the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner, written and verbal. • An ability to receive and implement instructions in an effective and efficient manner. • An ability to develop and write technical engineering reports. Problem Solving & Decision Making • The ability to evaluate information, solve problems and make decisions in a timely manner. • The ability to work within a multi disciplinary team to resolve problems and implement solutions. Commitment to Providing a Quality Service • A commitment to providing a quality service including an awareness and appreciation of the service user such as patients, medical and non-medical staff. Tenure The current vacancy available is permanent 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 35 hours per week. Your normal weekly working hours are 35 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. You are required to work agreed roster/on-call arrangements advised by your Reporting Manager. Your contracted hours are liable to change between the hours of 8.00am and 8.00pm over seven days to meet the requirements for extended day services in accordance with the terms of collective agreements and HSE Circulars. 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.
Trainee Accountant
Company Description Xeinadin was established in 2019 when a number of leading 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's our people who drive our business forward, and we offer them future-focused career opportunities whilst supporting individual specialisms. Our regional offices of over 3000 colleagues operate collaboratively, combining collective expertise to maximise potential. Description Xeinadin is a leading firm of chartered accountants with offices across Ireland. Our Ireland South hub provides a full range of accountancy, audit and taxation services to a diverse portfolio of individual and corporate clients. Working at Xeinadin offers our people the opportunity to build a career in one fastest growing professional services firms in Ireland. Our people are our most valuable resource and we invest in nurturing the talent and energy of our Trainees. We have created a challenging and supportive professional environment, enabling Trainees reach their full potential. We’re currently recruiting Trainee Accountants for our 2026 cohort to join our Cork City team, with great opportunities for progression, skills and knowledge. Successful candidates will gain experience across all departments and get exceptional training and support. They will engage with clients from early stages and benefit from an exceptional study leave and remuneration package. Key Responsibilities • Compiling management accounts and other management reporting and bookkeeping; • Preparing and processing Payroll; • Liaising with banks, legal firms, Revenue and other professional advisers; • Work under the supervision of senior staff members and provide support • Preparing VAT returns • Preparing management accounts • Attending client premises • Communicate and liaise verbally and in writing with external clients, always aiming to deliver customer service excellence. • Ensure that all work is completed to a high standard in terms of timeliness and technical competence. • Participate in teamwork and activities enhancing standards for the business and client. • Represent the firm internally and externally a professional manner through appearance, conduct and attitude. • Deliver the Xeinadin vision and values Key Requirements • Expect to achieve at least a 2.1 in accountancy or a business related degree; • Have obtained 420+ points at Leaving Cert level (or equivalent); Additional Requirements • Be motivated and able to work both as part of a team and independently; • Possess strong communication and English language skills; • Be enthusiastic about both developing their career • Endeavour to continually improve their skills and knowledge. Model Office Based 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
Cook
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… The kitchen is where our Cooks freshly prepare and cook our famous chicken, just as the colonel intended. You’re an authentic brand ambassador who also happens to love our chicken and chips. As a Cook in our Back of House Kitchen you’ll freshly prepare our famous chicken. It’s over to you to make sure our product is Gold Standard and finger lickin’ good for our guests, every time. 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…
Associate Dentist
We have an exciting opportunity for an Associate Dentist to be part of our family run group of Practices and to join our team in Newtownards on a part-time basis working Mondays and Wednesdays. There is an established list available which includes a number of private patients. Denplan is offered at this practice. We pride ourselves on offering an excellent quality of care and service to our patients. Our practices are equipped with Digital X-Rays, Software of Excellence Practice Management Software and Rotary Endodontics. Benefits
Claims Administrator
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Claims Administrator to join our Cork office. A great opportunity for recent graduates or recent entrants to the insurance industry looking for an exciting opportunity with long-term career prospects. The opportunity: Reporting to the Head of Claims Management Services, your overall responsibility will be to provide administrative support to Account Handlers and Loss Adjusters, aiding the region’s efficiency and productivity in the handling of claims. The role: Your responsibilities will include: The role comes with a competitive salary and excellent employee benefits. Coaching and mentoring provided with further education/examination support provided. We look forward to hearing from you.
Horticultural Employee
We wish to recruit horticultural employees for the mushroom industry to work in various roles at our sites in Tyholland, Co. Monaghan, Carbury, Co. Kildare and Claremorris, Co, Mayo. All roles are full time, will average 39 hours per week and operate on the basis of 5 days over 7 with a salary of €30,000 per annum. Employing over 2,400 staff and operating from sites in Europe, UK and North America, we are headquartered in Tyholland, Co. Monaghan. Producing, distributing, marketing and supplying fresh mushrooms to many of the world’s top food retailers, our aim is to be the world’s most innovative, efficient and ethical mushroom company. Horticultural Employees will be responsible for: Harvesting and packing of mushrooms as per customer product requirements, while applying policies and procedures aimed to maximise the yield, optimise mushroom quality and achieve the performance targets as set by the company. Moving harvested product from the growing houses to the Packhouse and ensuring all necessary documents and records are up-to-date. Ensuring that compost/casing is emptied and filled correctly and safely into the tunnels and growing houses; and from bunkers to hopper. Application Method Please apply to this vacancy by the following means: Email: niamh.armstrong@monaghan.eu
Horticultural Employee
We wish to recruit horticultural employees for the mushroom industry to work in various roles at our sites in Tyholland, Co. Monaghan, Carbury, Co. Kildare and Claremorris, Co, Mayo. All roles are full time, will average 39 hours per week and operate on the basis of 5 days over 7 with a salary of €30,000 per annum. Employing over 2,400 staff and operating from sites in Europe, UK and North America, we are headquartered in Tyholland, Co. Monaghan. Producing, distributing, marketing and supplying fresh mushrooms to many of the world’s top food retailers, our aim is to be the world’s most innovative, efficient and ethical mushroom company. Horticultural Employees will be responsible for: Harvesting and packing of mushrooms as per customer product requirements, while applying policies and procedures aimed to maximise the yield, optimise mushroom quality and achieve the performance targets as set by the company. Moving harvested product from the growing houses to the Packhouse and ensuring all necessary documents and records are up-to-date. Ensuring that compost/casing is emptied and filled correctly and safely into the tunnels and growing houses; and from bunkers to hopper. Application Method Please apply to this vacancy by the following means: Email: niamh.armstrong@monaghan.eu
Horticultural Employee
We wish to recruit horticultural employees for the mushroom industry to work in various roles at our sites in Tyholland, Co. Monaghan, Carbury, Co. Kildare and Claremorris, Co, Mayo. All roles are full time, will average 39 hours per week and operate on the basis of 5 days over 7 with a salary of €30,000 per annum. Employing over 2,400 staff and operating from sites in Europe, UK and North America, we are headquartered in Tyholland, Co. Monaghan. Producing, distributing, marketing and supplying fresh mushrooms to many of the world’s top food retailers, our aim is to be the world’s most innovative, efficient and ethical mushroom company. Horticultural Employees will be responsible for: Harvesting and packing of mushrooms as per customer product requirements, while applying policies and procedures aimed to maximise the yield, optimise mushroom quality and achieve the performance targets as set by the company. Moving harvested product from the growing houses to the Packhouse and ensuring all necessary documents and records are up-to-date. Ensuring that compost/casing is emptied and filled correctly and safely into the tunnels and growing houses; and from bunkers to hopper. Application Method Please apply to this vacancy by the following means: Email: niamh.armstrong@monaghan.eu
Material Handler
Avantor is looking for a Material Controller to join our team in Athlone on a full-time basis. You will be based in a laboratory-related environment, supporting scientific processes and ensuring smooth material flow to meet customer business needs. This opportunity is ideal for someone coming from retail, warehouse, or hospitality environments who would like to join a leading company with excellent opportunities for progression. We welcome applicants from all industries, as full training will be provided. What We’re Looking For
