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QUALIFICATIONS Character Each candidate must be of good character and the successful applicant may be subject to Garda Vetting prior to any appointment being confirmed. Age Each candidate must be at least 18 years of age on 1 st February, 2026. Retirement age for Retained Fire-fighters is 55 years of age (up to 62 years of age subject to conditions). Health Each candidate must be free from any defects which would render that person unsuitable to perform the duties of the post and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. For the purpose of satisfying this requirement, it will be necessary to undergo at the candidate’s own expense an initial medical examination, by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by Cork County Council. Note the requirement to complete and pass the Chester Step Test detailed below. On taking up appointment, the expense of the medical examination will be refunded to the candidate. Retained Fire-fighters will be required to undergo regular and ad-hoc medical examinations at any time. Given the strenuous nature of fire-fighting duties the medical examination will be of a very thorough nature. Please note that the following disabilities will render an applicant unsuitable for firefighting duties and will lead to disqualification at the examination. history of epilepsy Alcohol or drug dependency obesity Chronic bronchitis or asthma or other disabling disease of the lungs organic disease of the cardio vascular system diabetes mellitus unaided vision less than 6/12 in either eye inability to hear a forced whisper or conversational voice separately in either ear at 20 feet; evidence of labyrinthine disturbance a history of vertigo or an illness which would affect sense of balance history of mental instability Please note that it is recommended that Retained Fire-fighters be vaccinated against the Hepatitis B Virus and in this connection the vaccine will be made available free of charge to successful candidates. Fitness Test Part of the pre-employment medical examination includes completing the fitness test. Candidates successful at interview must successfully complete the fitness test prior to employment being offered. The fitness test at the recruit medical is the Chester Step Test. The Chester Step Test measures aerobic capacity and fitness and entails a moderately vigorous level of physical activity. The level of fitness needed to pass this test requires regular exercise and the test pass level is difficult to achieve if the candidate does not already have a good level of physical fitness prior to the test. Medical examiners advice is that fitness needed for this test does not come overnight; realistically it takes at least a few weeks and often longer to appreciably improve your fitness level. Candidates who fail the initial Chester Step Test will be offered one further fitness test only. This may be a Chester Step Test or a Shuttle Run test, as determined by Cork County Council. No further retests will be offered. Residence/Availability Only applicants from competent persons who reside and work within 2 miles of the fire station of the relevant unit and whose ordinary activity does not take them away from the town, in which a brigade is located, will be considered. On receipt of a fire or other emergency call you should be in attendance at the station within five minutes. Unemployed persons are not precluded from applying, provided that they satisfy the residence and availability requirements. Licence: Each applicant must hold a full current Category “B” European Community Model Driving Licence free from endorsement. Garda Vetting: Candidates successful at Interview will be required to undergo Garda Vetting, which will be directly arranged by Cork County Council. PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYMENT The employment is part-time. Panels may be used to fill permanent and temporary vacancies. New entrant retained fire fighters who commence on or after 1 January 2013 will be members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (SPSPS), as established by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and other Provisions) Act 2012. The Single Scheme does not provide for a Retained Fire fighters Gratuity. New Entrants will pay superannuation contributions each quarter, with SPSPS pension lump sum and pension payable on retirement, subject to certain conditions. Retained Fire-fighters must retire (on their birthday) upon reaching the age-limit for the employment. (Currently 55 years of age and up to 62 subject to conditions). A successful candidate will only be offered employment on a probationary basis as a Retained Fire-fighter subject to satisfactory completion of the following courses:- (a) Firefighting Skills Course This course is a full-time, three-week course, which will be held in Ireland and will involve staying away from home on a Monday to Friday basis for the three weeks. (b) Breathing Apparatus Course This course is of a full-time nature, of two weeks duration and is held outside the county. (c) Compartment Fire Behaviour Training Course This course is of one week duration, normally held outside of the County. (d) Occupational First Aid Course This course is of a full-time nature, normally three days duration and is held within the County. (e) Class C HGV driving licence. N.B. The above does not preclude the Council from offering temporary employment but failure to complete either of the above courses satisfactorily will result in termination of employment. Subject to compliance with the Conditions of item 4 (immediate preceding), the employment is subject to a probationary period of one year and will be terminable by the giving of one weeks notice by either side during that period. After the employment has been confirmed, it will be terminable at any stage on the giving of the required notice by either side under the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Act, 1973. or without notice in circumstances justifying immediate dismissal. Please note that due to the requirement for firefighters to wear Breathing Apparatus all facial growth below the line of the upper lip must be removed, i.e. beards. etc. Retained Fire-fighters must be prepared to attend other courses which may be held in Ireland or the UK. AVAILABILITY: Based on an annual 52 weeks, excluding 4 weeks annual leave, Retained Firefighters will be required to be available and attend alerts 24 weeks in the year on a week on/week off basis. Across the 24 weeks where a Retained Firefighter is rostered-off they can, if they so wish, attend incidents. In the event of occasional unavoidable absence of one rostered member for part of his /her week, it is the responsibility of the rostered member to arrange cover for the period of his/her absence with an available (off duty) member. This agreement has to be notified and agreed with by the Station Officer of Sub-Station Officer in advance. This is to guarantee that the Station Officer is in a position to ensure that the minimum manning levels for each station are met before any cover arrangement can be approved. Retained Firefighters must normally reside and work in the town where the Brigade is located and in such a proximity to the Fire Station which will allow him/her to respond within the turnout time set by the Chief Fire Officer (current requirement is a target timeframe of five minutes for the first appliance to leave the station). It is necessary that he/she be released from his/her normal employment on the occasions that attendance at incidents demands such release. Changes of residence or workplace must be notified in writing to the Chief Fire Officer. Failure to do so may result in termination of employment as a Firefighter. Any change of residence or place of work that puts the Firefighter at a distance or turnout times more than that permitted by the Chief Fire Officer from the Fire Station or to a location unacceptable to the Chief Fire Officer will result in termination of employment as a Firefighter. The Council may at its discretion, prior to employing any qualified candidate, seek appropriate evidence as to the availability of such person to fulfil the duties of this position. Annual leave - Four weeks annual leave per annum in addition to the annual payment of the retainer. Furthermore, payment for annual leave is confirmed as being 8% of earnings. These earnings will be calculated on the basis of the previous year’s earnings excluding the retainer, clothing allowance and payment for annual leave and public holiday leave in the previous year. The payment for annual leave will be made when employees take annual leave as part of the fortnightly pay cycle. Members of brigades shall be subject to such rules and regulations as may be issued from time to time. It should be particularly noted that Retained Fire-fighters must, in the matter of drills, attendance at fires or in other emergencies, comply strictly with the orders and discretion of the Station Officer, or in his absence, such other Brigade Member as maybe in charge. Any Retained Fire-fighter guilty of infringement of this regulation will be dismissed. Generally, members of all brigades will be under the general control and supervision of the Chief Fire Officer, Senior Assistant Chief Fire Officer, Senior Executive Fire Officer, Assistant Chief Fire Officer, Assistant Fire Officer or other appropriate officer as the case may be. While on duty, Retained Fire-fighters shall use the clothing and personal equipment provided by the Council and same shall be left in the Station immediately after the cessation of duty. Retained Fire-fighters may not use such clothing and equipment save while on duty. Retained Fire-fighters must comply fully with safety policy and directives in force from time to time. Rostering of Retained Fire-fighters will take place at the Council’s discretion. RATE OF PAY: €16,190 - €19,555 per year Attendance at Incidents An Annual review will be undertaken in December each year to identify stations with low incident mobilisation. Where such levels fall below 75 hours in a calendar year, an adjustment payment will be made to each firefighter to provide for a minimum annual payment of 75 hours. This payment will be calculated on a pro rata basis for any new entrants in a calendar year. Attendance at Drills Drills take place on-station 3 times a month at regular intervals (36 drills annually) and are of two and a half hours duration. There is an obligation on firefighters to attend 85% of drills annually. The Retaining Fee will not normally be paid to any member who has failed to attend at least 85% of drills during the quarter, the decision on which if appropriate is at the discretion of the Chief Fire Officer. N.B. The Council reserves the right to alter the frequency duration of drills at its discretion.
Post Office Assistant
Description We are hiring for a Post Office Assistant for 1 days per week in our Post Office in Ballinlough, Cork. This position is part-time for initially 6 months. There is also holiday cover required. The main purpose of the role: Ensure the post office operates efficiently and effectively at all times and ensures cash is secured and balances correctly. The ideal candidate will have/be:
Customer Operations Executive
Ohme is on a mission to accelerate the global transition to clean, affordable energy. We do that by serving as an integrated hardware and software smart-grid platform, focused on the residential EV charging market. The worlds of energy, transport and artificial intelligence are colliding and Ohme is at the heart of this new era. By using technology and data integrations to connect cars, chargers, people, energy providers and more, Ohme has a powerful platform that puts the consumer at the core. Ohme has been selling its chargers to consumers since mid 2019 and has had exponential growth since. We are now operating in multiple countries and have partnerships with the likes of VW, Mercedes, Octopus Energy, and other innovative brands. We are scaling up the business and are building out the team for rapid growth. If you’re interested joining a fast-growing cleantech venture on a data and AI-first journey to speed up the global transition to clean, affordable energy, read on! Customer Operations Executive – Role is based in Cork, Ireland We are looking for a driven, customer-focused and detail-oriented Customer Operations Executive to join our Irish team in Cork. As we continue to scale our operations, you’ll work across all stages of the customer journey - from welcome call to aftercare - for our EV charging products. You will be hands-on in supporting customers, installation partners and internal teams, helping to guide customers smoothly through their home charger journey, managing government grants, and ensuring our operational performance stays best-in-class. You will work from the Cork office 3 days per week as part of our hybrid working model. Responsibilities Customer Support & Journey Management
Fruit And Veg Chargehand
Main purpose of the role: To ensure the Fruit and Veg Department operates efficiently and effectively at all times and provides our customers with excellent quality products and customer service. The ideal candidate will have/be: Minimum 1 years€,, experience as a Sales Assistant with experience in Fresh Food Departments and ordering Excellent communication skills Have a true passion for the food industry and as such be creative and innovative with the fresh offering The ability to inspire, lead and motivate employees The ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment with the ability to multi task under pressure Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Achieve sales targets and margins as agreed with the store manager Adhere to weekly stocktaking procedures Ensure purchasing of stock is carried out in accordance with procedures and control of stock rotation, so that the quality and freshness of the goods is of the highest order; Participate in quality review meetings and ensure actions resulting from same are carried out Minimise waste and shrink in the department Merchandise and present the department to the highest standard at all times Bring new ideas to the department through regular research and benchmarking against competitors Deal with all customer queries and efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working
Confectioner
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the Confectionery Department operates efficiently and effectively at all times. Provide our customers with excellent quality products and customer service. The ideal candidate will have/be: A recognised qualification in pastry and/or have at least 2 years€,, experience in a bakery or quality focused restaurant or hotel 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; Prepare and present the highest quality bakery items, desserts and pastries Assist in volume production Be passionate about keeping up to date with the latest culinary trends and bring your ideas to the team Drive sales through instore initiatives Merchandise and present the 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 Conduct quality and freshness checks Attend relevant training as required and implement learnings in store
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.
Barista
☕ Barista – Join Our Team and Brew Up a Great Career with Us! The Role: This isn’t just another job — it’s your chance to kickstart a career in a brand that values growth, development, and promoting from within. As a Barista, you’ll be part of a supportive team where learning is part of every day and your potential truly matters. ✨ Why Join Us? • Full training provided — no experience needed! • A clear path to progress — many of our leaders started as Baristas • Ongoing support to help you grow in confidence and skills • A fun, energetic environment where every shift brings something new �� What We Offer: • Complimentary handcrafted coffee on every shift • Employee discounts across all Costa locations • Full training and ongoing development opportunities • A friendly, inclusive, and supportive team culture • A workplace where you can grow, learn, and be yourself �� This role is based in Kinsale Rd, Cork �� Apply today and bring your love for coffee to life with Costa!
Assistant Manager
Hourly Rate: €15.60 per hour Do you enjoy leading by example and helping others reach their potential? Are you driven by delivering exceptional customer experiences and achieving results? Looking for a role where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to grow? At Holland & Barrett, our Assistant Store Managers play a vital role in driving performance, supporting their teams, and inspiring healthier lives across our communities. What you'll do: Holland & Barrett is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diverse perspectives and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all colleagues. We understand that when our colleagues are listened to, respected and valued for who they are, we build an organisation with belonging at its heart – making health and wellness a way of life for everyone. 👉 Ready to take the next step in your retail career? Apply today and become an Assistant Manager at Holland & Barrett, where your leadership helps shape a healthier, happier world. Vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received, please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. We do things a little differently at H&B and offer all applicants an online interview designed to help you put your best foot forward. This process is backed by AI but managed by humans.
Treasurer Support Officer
Description: SVP is a large, national, voluntary organisation with extensive experience of working with a diverse range of people who experience poverty and exclusion. Through its network of volunteers and staff, it is strongly committed to working for social justice and advocates the creation of a more just and caring society. SVP employs people to support volunteers in a variety of settings including housing, community care, shops, administration, and other specialist areas. The Role: We are currently looking to recruit a Treasurer Support Officer (permanent part time 30 hours over 4 days) to join our Southwest Regional Office team in Cork. The post holder will have responsibility for supporting local Conference Treasurers in effectively using SVP’s Online Treasurer Book, providing guidance on accounting processes, policies, and procedures. The role involves working proactively with Area Presidents and Treasurers to ensure that financial records are maintained accurately and updated promptly, upholding high data quality standards. In addition, the role contributes to the ongoing enhancement of the Online Treasurer Book system, including developing and updating training materials, guidelines, and procedures. The post holder also assists Conference Treasurers in completing and submitting their Annual Financial Returns within the required timelines. This is a great opportunity to join one of Ireland’s largest voluntary organisations and make a difference in your community. Education, Experience, Knowledge and Skills Required Qualifications • Qualification ideally in accounts/bookkeeping or relevant field (essential) Experience • Experience in office administration • Experience in delivering and supporting training • Bookkeeping/accounting experience • Proficient of IT systems (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, database administration, etc.) required. • Experience in the Charity sector advantageous. • Experience of providing training to system end-users (essential) • Experience using financial systems advantageous. • Experience in a customer support role (both face-to-face and via email/telephone) (essential) Knowledge • Knowledge of one or more Finance system advantageous. • Understanding of the Charity Act desirable. • A knowledge and appreciation of the Society, its ethos, mission and values. Skills • Strong administration skills • Strong IT skills • Ability to work on own initiative. • Ability to work as part of a team essential. • Excellent numerical skills • Excellent problem-solving skills. • Excellent organisational skills. • Excellent communication both written, verbal and listening skills, with the ability to communicate across all levels of the organisation with stakeholders. • Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to establish and foster excellent working relationships with many different people across different functions and locations. Salary range: €29,807.20 per annum; paid monthly
Relief School Warden
SECTION 1: THE ROLE Each local authority can arrange with An Garda Síochána for School Traffic Wardens to patrol places where school children cross public roads. The School Traffic Warden’s role is to ensure that primary-school children cross public roads safely on their way to and from school. The Gardaí and School Traffic Wardens are the only officials in Ireland who have the authority to stop other vehicles on public roads. The law governing the appointment of School Traffic Wardens is the Road Traffic Act, 1961 (Section 96). School Traffic Wardens usually work in the mornings, at lunchtime and in the evenings, when children are most likely to cross the road to go to or from school. School Traffic Wardens wear a distinctive uniform (a high-visibility coat and hat). They must also carry a distinctive sign (a white disc with a red border and the word ‘Stop’ in the centre). By displaying this sign, the School Traffic Warden has the power to stop the traffic to enable school children to cross the road in safety. Traffic must remain stopped as long as the warden displays the sign. SECTION 2: DUTIES The duties shall be such as may be assigned to the officer from time to time by the local authority. These duties may include: Reporting for duty promptly at the specified times and locations assigned under the direction of the Supervisor. The Warden must operate strictly in accordance with the instructions for School Wardens (as per Garda/Cork County Council training) at all times. The person employed will be required to perform assigned duties exercising a duty of care, in the interest of safety of oneself, fellow employees and the general public at all times in compliance with Cork County Council’s Health and Safety Management System. Working in a safe manner, in full compliance with the relevant safety legislation and construction regulations, will be the primary responsibility of all School Wardens. The School Warden will use the statutory uniform and equipment provided for the safety of yourself, children and all other members of the public, especially when stopping traffic on the public roadway. This requires carrying of the official Stop sign at all times and ensuring that the uniform is kept in a clean, neat condition. Maintain control over children who are awaiting your instructions to cross. If the Warden has any trouble in controlling, or encounters disobedience by the children, they should inform the Principal of the school concerned. Any disobedience by traffic in general should be reported forthwith to the Gardaí. The Warden should never break up organised convoys, weddings, funerals, parades, or hold up fire appliances or ambulances for the purpose of allowing children to cross, but wait for suitable opportunities when they have passed. Report any problems or difficulties to the Local Municipal District Roads and Engineering Offices. All accidents at the crossing point involving the Warden in the operation of his or her duties must be reported immediately after the duty period by telephone to the Local Municipal District Roads and Engineering Offices. All relevant details must be recorded including car make and model, registration number, name of drivers or pedestrians involved, time and date of accident. The names and addresses of any witnesses must also be recorded and a written report is to be submitted to the Local Municipal District Roads and Engineering Offices within the following three days. The Warden must not attempt to apportion blame to any person nor admit liability on his or her (or the Council’s) own part. In connection with the hours of duty, any changes made by the school to their class times which affect your duty periods must be notified to the Local Municipal District Roads and Engineering Offices. SECTION 3: ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA / QUALIFICATIONS1. 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. The Council reserves the right to retire a Warden who, in the opinion of the Council’s medical advisor, is medically unsuitable to discharge his or her duties effectively due to age or infirmity. 3. Education and Experience Each candidate must have a good general education of a sufficient standard to enable that person to understand fully and carry out the duties of the post. An ideal candidate will: A. Operate at all times at the designated crossing point. This crossing point cannot be altered, however temporarily, by any person or body other than Cork County Council (with Garda approval). B. Comply with safety policy and directives in force from time to time and must wear the uniform and carry the sign at all times while on duty. C. Ensure compliance with organisational policies, procedures and legislation. D. Co-operate with the familiarisation and instruction of other employees where appropriate. E. Manage and maintain resources effectively and efficiently. 4. Age Age restrictions shall only apply to a candidate where he or she is not classified as a new entrant within the meaning of the Public Services Superannuation Act, 2004. A candidate who is not classified as a new entrant must be under 70 years of age. SECTION 4: TENURE The employment is for the duration of the school year. The employment is part-time and pensionable. A panel may be formed to fill these positions. Sick leave does not apply to this part-time employment. However, depending on the number of hours worked, a Warden may be entitled to claim Disability Benefit from the Department of Social Welfare. The local authority shall require the person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of not more than one month. If they fail to take up the appointment within such period, or such longer period as the local authority in its absolute discretion may determine, the local authority shall not appoint them. SECTION 5: SALARY The wage for the post is €19.21 basic per hour. Payment will not be made in respect of normal school holiday periods, i.e. summer, Christmas or Easter. The wage shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the office 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 office or in respect of any services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. The contract may be terminated at any time subject to normal legal requirements. SECTION 6: LOCATION OF POST The positions will be at any of the Primary Schools in the Municipal Roads and Engineering Districts where a School Warden operates. Cork County Council reserves the right to assign you to any department, premises or district in use by the Council, now or in the future. Changes in location of employment will not result in payment of disturbance money or compensation. The person appointed will be required to provide himself or herself, at his or her own expense, with the necessary mode of travel to and from work. Holders of the office shall reside in the Municipal District in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. SECTION 7: WORKING HOURS The Warden will be required to operate punctually at all times when children are crossing. The hours of work will be determined by the Principal of the school concerned. Please note that times are subject to change at the Council’s discretion. Hours of Duty: As per the relevant school or as required. N.B. The times are subject to review, having regard to changes in class starting and finishing times and or changing crossing patterns. SECTION 8: ANNUAL LEAVE Annual leave will, if applicable, be in accordance with the terms of the Holidays (Employees) Act, 1973 as amended by the Workers Protection (Regular Part-Time Employees) Act, 1991. Please note particularly that the Council will determine the times at which annual leave may be taken, having regard to the absolute priority of having the school crossing operated while children are attending school. For those who are not entitled to annual leave, the same criteria will apply to unpaid leave of absence. SECTION 9: GARDA VETTING Successful candidates will be subject to Garda Vetting in advance of appointment to the post.
