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Location: Cregoran Services is a progressive, dynamic and developing service located in and around Claregalway, Co. Galway. Cregoran provides a variety of residential, day and respite services to adults with intellectual disabilities who have very high support needs, grounded in the use of personal outcome measures. We work to form genuine relationships and partnerships with each person we support and those closest to them. We aim to support people to participate in the everyday life of their community, to have ordinary life experiences, and to create opportunities for the people we support to form real friendships. The Role: Minibus Driver/Porter Reporting/Responsible To: Service Coordinator/Area Manager Qualifications/Experience: · Candidates must have received a good general education and hold a full clean Driver’s Licence – Class D1 is an advantage. · Candidates must have completed their CPC examinations/modules and must hold the CPC Qualification Card. This must be produced and checked at the interview. · The successful candidate must have adequate training and driving experience to enable them to carry out satisfactorily the duties of the post and ideally have some experience of working with people with an intellectual disability. · Experience in general maintenance provision is an advantage. Working Hours: 50 hours a fortnight based on a 5 day week duty roster. Contracted hours of work are liable to change between the hours of 7am - 7pm to meet Service needs. You may also be required to work weekends and public holidays as service needs require. The Brothers of Charity 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: 22 days pro rata per annum. Remuneration: Department of Health Driver (Patients Public Roads) salary scale (01/03/2025) - €35,434 x 8 increments to €44,539 pro rata per annum. Tenure: This post is permanent part-time and pensionable. 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 probation period may be extended at the Employer’s discretion. Driving Assessment: Applicants may be required to undergo a Minibus Driving assessment by an Assessor nominated by the Brothers of Charity Services JOB DESCRIPTION The Brothers of Charity model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible both in their approach and their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual. Specific Conditions 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 people we support demands and the post holder will be expected to demonstrate flexibility skills that will facilitate this.
Accounts Administrator
We are currently recruiting an accounts administrator for our Head Office, Kilcolgan, Galway. This position entails supporting our busy, expanding finance department with administration and accounts tasks. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a prestigious, growing main contractor and work with like-minded people. Duties to include but not limited to Hours of work: Monday to Friday 8.30 -5.00 (4.30 Friday) Salary €36,000 per year
Manufacturing Operations Co-op
This role will be based in one of our Cork sites. Providing manufacturing, product and process co-ordination support to the manufacturing line and Line Support. This is a great opportunity for students who are interested learning more about manufacturing operations. Throughout the placement, you will be an integral part of Stryker’s 2026 Cooperative cohort. Tasks and responsibilities may include:
Store Manager
About Kerry Kerry Dairy Ireland is a vertically integrated farm-to-fork business with a very substantial consumer foods presence and a leading nutritional and dairy ingredients division, delivering high-quality dairy solutions with a focus on sustainability and innovation. From partnering with local family farms to producing world-class dairy products, we ensure every step of our value chain reflects our commitment to excellence.With over 50 years’ experience in milk processing, dairy and nutritional technology advancement, and product innovation, we are a key stakeholder in the global food industry and creators of a strong portfolio of market leading dairy brands including Cheestrings, Charleville and Coleraine Cheese, Dairygold, Golden Cow and our new SMUG range. Our from food, for food culture and deep-rooted connection to our 2,800 milk suppliers differentiates our business and offers captivating opportunities for our customers and consumers. Our dairy comes from some of the world’s richest grazing land and is produced by a network of Irish family farms that have one of the lowest carbon footprints in the world. Through a combination of expertise, innovation, and sustainability, Kerry Dairy Ireland is proud to shape the future of dairy while meeting the diverse needs of our farmers, customers, and communities. Headquartered in Tralee, Co. Kerry, we operate multiple manufacturing facilities in the southwest of Ireland, including Listowel, Charleville, Newmarket, and Farranfore. Additionally, we manage 29 Farm & Home stores throughout the region, ensuring comprehensive coverage and service. In Northern Ireland and the United Kingdom, our presence extends to key locations in Portadown, Coleraine, and Ossett.Globally, Kerry Dairy Ireland employs over 1,600 dedicated professionals across Ireland, Northern Ireland, the UK, USA, Netherlands, Spain, Germany, and China. In 2024, we achieved a turnover of approximately €1.3 billion, reflecting our commitment to excellence and growth. About the role We are looking for a Store Manager to join our team! This position is five and half days week with half day saturday mandatory. The job location is in Killorglin Co. Kerry Key responsibilities You will be responsible for the day to day operational management of the branch including sales, inventory management,merchandising,health and safety and maintaining retail excellence standards and procedures. You will also be responsible for collaborating with the Sales Liaison Manager in your area to drive performance, achieve targets while delivering the highest standards of goods and services to our suppliers and customers. You will also have responsibility for dealing with cash/bank, collecting monies due, Managing people, Housekeeping. The job location is in Killorglin Co. Kerry Qualifications and skills Note: This is a full-time position requiring five and a half working days per week, with Saturday mornings being mandatory.
Library Assistant
The Role Maynooth University is committed to a strategy in which the primary University goals of excellent research and scholarship and outstanding education are interlinked and equally valued. We are seeking to recruit a full-time Library Assistant on a specified purpose contract basis. This post is based in the General Collections & Finance (GC&F) section. The successful candidate will undertake a variety of duties in support of the section, including managing book and journal acquisitions, and will assist in the day-to-day services of the section and a variety of projects in the Library. Principal Duties Administrative and other duties: This will include: Terms and Conditions Tenure This is a full-time, temporary post for a specified purpose , anticipated to be 13 months duration . Salary Library Assistant (2025): €30,263 – €49,035 p.a. (16 points) Appointments will be made in accordance with public sector pay provisions. Hours of Work A 35-hour working week is in operation in respect of full-time positions (pro-rated for part-time positions). This can be reviewed or adjusted from time to time through national agreements. Location The place of work is the campus of Maynooth University , Maynooth, Co. Kildare.
Buying Administrator
Shaws Department Stores have an exciting new vacancy for an experienced Buying Administrator in our Support Office, centrally located in Portlaoise. Established over 160 years ago, Shaws has become a trusted, much-loved brand and one of Ireland's leading department store retailers. An Irish family-owned business to this day, we enjoy a rich heritage that is steeped in tradition. Our goal is to provide quality products, unmatched service and expert knowledge for all our customers nationwide. Job Purpose: Working within the buying team, the successful candidate will complete the day-to-day administrative duties associated with the buying function in addition to being the first point of contact for all of our stores, suppliers and warehouse. Key Responsibilities: · Order loading, target loading and completion of online templates including all necessary product descriptions and imagery. · Resolving issues with barcode rejections and invoice queries. · Price changes, temporary promotions and event preparation. · Replenishment and special orders. · Act as a first point of contact for branch and warehouse queries. · Backup support for the category buyer in their absence. · Follow up with suppliers where necessary. · Ensure branch transfers are completed. · Raise credit claims with suppliers and follow through with accounts department as required. · Act as a back up support to other administrative assistants in their absence when required. · Work within the wider team to ensure overall company goals are achieved. · Undertake ad-hoc projects as directed by senior management where relevant. Skills & Experience Required: · Excellent working knowledge of Excel is essential · Strong analytical skills. · Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multi-task. · An interest in fashion trends would be an advantage. ***Candidates will be required to complete an onsite Microsoft Excel text to ascertain ability & competency in Excel. The successful candidate must possess a full clean driving license and be willing to travel both nationally and internationally as and when required. This is a full-time role working Monday to Friday. Successful candidates are required to be based in the office 5 days per week however after probation is successfully completed, there may be the potential for hybrid work in line with the company's hybrid working policy. If this sounds like your next career move, then we would love to hear from you! CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Financial Accountant
Shaws Department Stores have an exciting new vacancy for a Financial Accountant based in our Support Office which is centrally located in Portlaoise. This is a fixed term contract until end of April 2026. Established over 160 years ago, Shaws has become a trusted, much-loved brand and one of Ireland's leading department store retailers. An Irish family-owned business to this day, we enjoy a rich heritage that is steeped in tradition. Our goal is to provide quality products, unmatched service and expert knowledge for all our customers nationwide. Job Purpose: Reporting to the Finance Director, the Financial Accountant will be responsible for providing timely and accurate financial reports to key stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: · Preparation of monthly management accounts · Preparation of Trial Balance for Audit · Control of monthly store reporting on cash reconciliation and bank reconciliation · Liaison with Auditors and preparation of statutory accounts · Completion of VAT and PAYE Returns · Labour cost analysis & reporting · Act as support to Central Administration functions Skills & Experience Required: · Previous experience of accounts preparation and the preparation of Trial Balance for Audit purposes · Proficient in Excel · Strong attention to detail with an analytical mindset This is a full-time role, Monday to Friday. This may be suitable for someone looking to move into industry. If this sounds like your next career move, then we would love to hear from you! CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Retail Assistants
Shaws Department Stores now have vacancies for Sales Assistants in Castlebar. Established over 160 years ago, Shaws has become a trusted, much loved brand and one of Ireland's leading department store retailers. An Irish family-owned business to this day, we enjoy a rich heritage that is steeped in tradition. Our goal is to provide quality products, unmatched service and expert knowledge for all our customers nationwide. Job Purpose: To assist and serve customers with the purchase of retail products. To care for the stock, including its administration, storage, presentation and security. Main Duties: · Ensure customers are looked after promptly and politely, answering any queries that they may have. · Adhere to till procedures. · Merchandise stock in the correct manner · Replenish stock on display where required. · Receive, check and stock deliveries. · Ensure store fixtures and fittings are clean and presentable at all times. · Maintain a high level of security for both cash and stock. · Complete stock counts and audits as necessary · Compile orders from suppliers as required. · Observe all Health & Safety procedures and protocols. The Successful Candidate: · Must have a passion for retail and thrive on customer interaction. · Will be positive and motivated. · Will be an excellent communicator who enjoys working as part of a team. · Will be reliable and a good timekeeper. Previous experience is an advantage however full training will be provided. Applicants must be fully flexible to work shifts over a 7 day roster. Availability for midweek shifts is essential. If this sounds like your next ideal career move, then we would love to hear from you.
Warehouse Operative
Responsibilities We are currently recruiting for a Warehouse Operator on a 2-year fixed term contract. The successful candidate will work as part of the Warehouse team responsible for ensuring all items in and out of the warehouse are processed on time and to Liebherr standards. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:
Staff Officer
Role The Staff Officer is a frontline supervisory position in Fingal County Council with responsibility for managing the performance of a section or function within a Department. The Staff Officer will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team within the Council, assisting with the implementation of work programmes to achieve goals, targets, and standards set out in Department and Team development plans. The Staff Officer will generally work under the direction and management of a Senior Staff Officer and may from time to time, be required to deputise for a more senior grade. The successful candidate will therefore require excellent administrative, communications and people management skills as the role entails assuming supervisory and budgetary responsibility for a particular division of the local authority. A Staff Officer is expected to use initiative, work to a high standard, and have excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Staff at this level work in a range of roles across public-facing and internal service areas of the Council such as Housing, Finance, Operations, Planning, Economic Development, Corporate, Active Travel etc. Duties The main duties include: · Supervising staff with regard to punctuality, attendance and work performance. · Briefing and training staff in the work activities of the section. · Ensuring that appropriate procedures, schemes and policies of the Council are implemented in relation to the activities of the section. · Assuming responsibility within clearly defined policy for most of the day-to-day decisions in the section on eligibility or entitlement to services. · Communicating with members of the public on non-routine matters. · Servicing meetings of the Council and its committees, when necessary. · Attending and contributing to internal meetings and also meetings with other organisations. · Attending court as a witness for the Council as required. · Reviewing administrative procedures within the section as necessary with a view to improvement. · Liaising with other sections or departments of the Council. · Carrying out work of a Clerical/Administrative nature involving nonroutine and challenging tasks/responsibilities. · Acting as a resource for the Council in your area of expertise. These duties which are indicative rather than exhaustive are carried out under general direction. Persons appointed will be required to work in any location within the Fingal administrative area. Qualifications and requirements of the post Character Candidates shall 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. On the latest date for receipt of completed application forms, candidates shall: (i) (a) have obtained at least Grade D (or a pass), in Higher or Ordinary Level, in five subjects (or four subjects if Irish is included) from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Established Leaving Certificate Examination or Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme including Irish and/or English and one of the following: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics and (b) have obtained at least Grade C (or Honours) in higher level (or Honours) papers in three subjects in that examination (or two subjects if Irish and/or one of the following is included: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics) or (ii) have obtained a comparable standard in an equivalent examination, or (iii) hold a third level qualification of at least degree standard Or (iv) be a serving employee in a local authority, or a regional assembly and have not less than two years’ satisfactory experience in a post of Clerical Officer or analogous post The ideal candidate will: · have knowledge of the structure and functions of local government, of current local government issues, future trends and strategic direction of local government and an understanding of the role of the Staff Officer in this context. · have a satisfactory understanding of the Council’s purpose and priorities and knowledge of public service organisation in Ireland in order to achieve effective service delivery. · understand the representational role of the elected members and be capable of working closely with them to deliver quality services and implement policy decisions. · have the ability to supervise a team effectively to achieve a common goal, ensuring strong governance standards and ethics standards are adhered to and maintained. · have the ability to motivate, empower and encourage staff under their control to achieve maximum performance by supporting the current Performance Management and Development System (PMDS). · understand the changing environment and be capable of implementing change in order to deliver quality services to our citizens. · have ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines in the delivery of key policy objectives. · have good interpersonal and communications skills. · be self-motivated with ability to work on own initiative. · demonstrate relevant administrative experience and have strong report writing, editing and proof-reading skills. · have excellent comprehensive knowledge and experience of operational ICT systems. · have an awareness of Health and Safety legislation and regulations, the implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace. The Selection Process: Fingal County Council reserves the right to shortlist applications, if required. This is not to suggest that any candidate may be unsuitable or incapable of undertaking the duties of the post advertised, but rather that there may be candidates who have demonstrated that they are better qualified and/or have more relevant experience. 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. Step 1: Initial Screening In the first instance, all applications received by the latest date/time for receipt of completed applications are screened for eligibility in accordance with the qualifications for the post as set out in this booklet and declared by the Minister for the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage under Section 160 of the Local Government Act 2001. Step 2: Shortlisting Each candidate’s application may be assessed against pre-determined criteria based on the requirements of the position as outlined in this booklet. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to provide a detailed and accurate account of their qualifications and/or experience in their application form and to outline the relevance of their experience in the examples provided. Step 3: Interview Candidates who are successful in the shortlisting process will be invited to attend for interview(s). Fingal County Council will endeavor to give sufficient notice of the interview to shortlisted candidates. Thereafter, it is the responsibility of the candidate to make themselves available on the date/time selected. Candidates who do not attend for interview will be deemed to have withdrawn their application from the competition. Expenses incurred by candidates in attending for interview, will be at the candidates own expense. An independent interview board will be established by the Senior Executive Officer, People Services, or other designated officer, to assess the candidates shortlisted for interview. The interview board will generally comprise of a Chairperson and two other members, who will have expert knowledge in the relevant field. The objective of the interview board is to identify candidates who best meet the objective criteria and competencies required for the position and to place them in order of merit. Candidates who are successful in the interview will be qualified in order of merit for appointment to the post of Staff Officer and placed on a panel. It should be noted that placement on a panel may not necessarily lead to a job offer. The selection process is not concluded until such time as references have been sought and clearance checks, i.e. Garda vetting, occupational health, verification of education qualifications, etc, have been carried out to the satisfaction of the Council. Particulars of Employment The employment is wholetime, permanent and pensionable. Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependant or qualified children). Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. All persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority will be required in respect of the local Government (Spouses and Children’s Contributory Pension) Scheme to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the Scheme. Probation Where a person who is not already a permanent employee of a local authority is employed, the following provisions shall apply: (a) there shall be a period after such employment take effect during which such persons shall hold such employment on probation, (b) such period shall be one year, but the Chief Executive may at his or her discretion extend such period, (c) such persons shall cease to hold employment at the end of the period of probation unless during such period the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory. Salary €51,722 – €53,266 – €54,844 – €56,454 – €58,076 – LSI1 €59,967 – LSI2 €61,865 per annum. This salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Persons who are not serving local authority employees will be based on the minimum of the scale. 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. Health For the purpose of satisfying the requirement as to health it will be necessary for successful candidates, before they are employed, to undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the Local Authority. Retirement Age The retirement age is 70 years. Appointment 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.
