Stock Takers
Retail Asset Solutions are looking to take on Casual Retail Stock Counters to join our already existing team. The Company We are a leading provider of retail stocktaking, merchandising and supply chain management services. With over 3500 employees throughout the UK and Ireland, we provide a hardworking and rewarding workplace with many progression opportunities. The Role We are looking for Retail Stock Counters to add to our already successful team. This a casual role which means you can control the days you work Employment will be carried out on different retail customer sites and stores and travel will vary on a shift-by-shift basis. Certain locations ( Dublin* and Carlow) will have minibus transport provided free of charge otherwise you must be able to drive to and from job sites. You will be responsible for ensuring stock is counted quickly and accurately using a handheld scanner. Being able to stand for prolonged periods of time is needed for the role and access equipment such as ladders or steps may have to be used on occasion to reach high stock. Transport in Dublin must be discussed at interview stages Key Skills/ Experience Required Due to the nature of our work, you must be able to work unsociable hours including early mornings and throughout the night when required. As a result, we can only accept applicants 18 years and over. You must have a 'can do' attitude and be able to work long shifts when required on large counts. With our innovative business, the technology changes and progresses and therefore being a quick learner is a key skill required. Any experience of handling stock is an advantage but not a necessity. A good understanding of the English language is essential. The Package/ Benefits €13.65 per hour plus holiday pay Access to Wagestream, this is a new system which enables colleagues to track, save and access up to 50% of their wages prior to pay day. Wagestream also offers financial advice, contributing to the financial wellbeing of RAS colleagues. Free Minibus transport is offered in certain locations ONLY ( Dublin* and Carlow) Millage and expenses where minibus is not available Progression Opportunities Transport in Dublin must be discussed at interview stage Retail & Asset Solutions are hiring NOW with immediate starts available. If you think you are suitable for this position and you want to find out more, please apply today! retailsupport.reg6@retailassetsolutions.com
Sales Operations Administrator
Description As a Sales Operations Administrator, you will be responsible for the entire purchase order process. The Sales Operations team is part of the Varonis Finance team and is an essential partner in the order-to-cash process. In this role you will partner with Sales/Deal Desk/Finance/Legal teams to streamline and formalize the deal close-out process. Our ideal operation candidate will be able to work collaboratively and build relationships across the business. A team member who is motivated to improve and simplify processes and initiatives centered on improving efficiency and Salesforce/NetSuite automation. Responsibilities
Staff Engineer, Additive
Why engineering at Stryker? At Stryker we are dedicated to improving lives, with a passion for researching and developing new medical device products. As an engineer at Stryker, you will be proud of the work that you will be doing, using cutting-edge technologies to make healthcare better. Here, you will work in a supportive culture with other incredibly talented and intelligent people, creating industry-leading medical technology products. You will also have growth opportunities as we have a culture that supports your personal and professional development. Need another reason to apply? Check out these 8 reasons to join Stryker's engineering team: https://www.strykercareersblog.com/post/8-reasons-to-join-strykers-engineering-team Staff Additive Engineer Location: Stryker Amagine Institute More Information on the Stryker Additive Site: https://www.idaireland.com/latest-news/press-release/stryker-advances-its-global-additive-manufacturing-leadership-with-new-facility-at-anngrove/ Role Length: 23 months Talents we are looking for: • Business-oriented evaluators. People who effectively interpret information to demonstrate the effects of business initiatives, regulation and industry trends for sales, management and leadership teams. • Data translators. Highly effective communicators who can transform data findings into recommendations to compose reports and executive level presentations. • Meticulous documenters. Detail-oriented people who enjoy maintaining meticulous documentation of reports, metrics, proposals, and presentations. • Self-directed imitators. People who take ownership of their work and need no prompting to drive productivity, change, and outcomes. • Strategic thinkers. People who enjoy analyzing data or trends for the purposes of planning, forecasting, advising, budgeting, reporting, or sales opportunities. • Collaborative partners. People who build and leverage cross-functional relationships Responsibilities: About Stryker Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The company offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 130 million patients annually. More information is available at stryker.com.
Sector Officers
Open competition for appointment as: Sector Officer in the Irish Coast Guard, Department of Transport Background The Irish Coast Guard (IRCG) is a Division within the Irish Maritime Directorate (IMD) of the Department of Transport. The IRCG’s mission is deliver a world class search and rescue, maritime casualty, and pollution response service and their purpose include: • Reducing the loss of life within the Irish Search and Rescue Region and on rivers, lakes, and waterways. • Protecting the quality of the marine environment within the Irish Pollution Responsibility Zone, Harbours, and Maritime Local Authority areas and to preserve property. • Promoting safety standards, and by doing so, prevent, as far as possible, the loss of life at sea and on inland waters and other areas. • Providing an effective emergency response service. The IRCG is one of the four Principal Emergency Services (PES), who along with an Garda Siochana, National Ambulance Service and Fire Service, are a declared blue light emergency service. Further information on the IRCG, it’s Vision and Values can be obtained on its website. The IRCG currently has six vacancies for Sector Officers in their Coast Guard Units & Support (CGU&S) section. Coast Guard Units & Support Section The Coast Guard Units & Support (CGU&S) is a section within the IRCG. It is responsible for the management, resourcing, and training of the volunteer Coast Guard Units (CGUs). There are 44 CGUs divided into six sectors strategically located around the coast and on the inland waters of Ireland. Each of the six sectors is managed by a Coastal Unit Sector Manager (CUSM). All CGUs are staffed, trained, and equipped to provide a mixture of the current four core functions within their communities: • Coastal search capability • Cliff rescue capability • Boat rescue and support capability • Unmanned Aircraft System (drone) search capability CGUs are declared operational by CGU&S to the Operations section of IRCG who then task the units, as required, to respond in line with their unit capabilities. The Role The Sector Officer is a new grade within the IRCG and is equivalent to an Executive Officer in the Civil Service. They will work with assigned CGUs and report to the Coastal Unit Sector Manager (CUSM) of that sector. The role will involve working closely with the volunteer CGUs, Coast Guard and Maritime Administration personnel and other internal/external stakeholders. On the job training will be provided as appropriate. The Sector Officer is required to comply with the organisational values of ‘Pride’ and ‘Respect’ as part of this role. This post also carries a mobility obligation and Sector Officers are required to be available for service at all CGUs within their sector and also to travel to work in other sectors, when required. IRCG road vehicles will be provided for official business use only when the nature of their employment warrants the provision. The Officers driving them will be responsible for their control, cleanliness, and maintenance. Principal Duties and Responsibilities The duties of the post may include some or all of those listed below: • Supporting CGUs by undertaking the following tasks: o Conducting routine inspection of vehicles, buildings, boats, and equipment to a fixed schedule, completing appropriate checklists and administrative duties. o Initiating corrective action against defects, monitoring corrective actions, and maintaining defect records. o Managing CGU equipment, inventory and logistical requirements including associated administrative duties. o Managing local inventories. • Supporting management of the planned maintenance system. This includes recording, monitoring, and reviewing periodic service, maintenance, repair, inspection, and defect reports and compiling periodic reports on same. • Supporting maintenance and repair works undertaken by third party contractors, including associated logistical and administrative support. • Supporting the CUSM by assisting in the following tasks: o Effecting corrective actions to findings identified through audit, inspection, and safety meetings. o Managing and implementing the requirements of the safety management system. o Procuring goods, equipment, and services. o Managing the fixed asset register. o Managing inventory, vehicles, buildings, boats, and equipment including the update of computerised maintenance management system. o Providing general unit management support including logistical support and associated administrative tasks. • Carrying out any other duties relevant to the role that may be assigned to the Sector Officer from time to time. The position is a uniformed grade. The successful candidate will be required to wear their uniform in a presentable manner and to maintain a smart and neat appearance, as determined by Coast Guard Management. Working Environment The work will be divided between office and field. Depending on the needs of the business, a typical week may consist of 4 days travel and 1 day of office-based administrative duties. Please note, a significant amount of travel is required as Sector Officers are obliged to travel to various locations within their sector on a regular basis and on occasion to travel to other sectors as needed. Travel and subsistence payments will apply at central civil service rates. Location of Vacancies For management purposes, the CGUs are divided into six sectors: • East (Office located in Dublin City) (Greenore, Co. Louth to Courtown, Co. Wexford) • Southeast (Various locations in Waterford) (Curracloe, Co. Wexford to Ballycotton, Co. Cork) • South (Office located in Cork City) (Guileen to Goleen, Co. Cork) • Southwest (Office located in Killarney, Kerry) (Castletownbere, Co. Cork to Killaloe, Co. Clare) • West (Office located in Castlebar, Mayo) (Kilkee, Co. Clare to Achill, Co. Mayo) • Northwest (Various locations in Donegal) (Ballyglass, Co. Mayo to Greencastle, Co. Donegal) There are currently six vacancies – one for each sector. A panel will be formed from this competition to fill any further vacancies which may arise in any of the Sectors. Candidates are required to specify on the application form (tick boxes) the Sector in which they are willing to be placed. Candidates can only select a maximum of 2 sectors. The onus is on candidates to select their correct sector choice(s). Changes to these choice(s) will not be permitted after the closing date. No exceptions will be made. PRINCIPAL CONDITIONS OF SERVICE The appointment is subject to the Civil Service Regulation Acts 1956 to 2005, the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004, and any other Act for the time being in force relating to the Civil Service. Pay Personal Pension Contribution (PPC) Pay Scale 1st January 2024 is EO equivalent and is as follows: €35,687 €37,589 €38,663 €40,759 €42,638 €44,455 €46,266 €48,039 €49,830 €51,581 €53,440 €54,685 €56,461 (LSI1) €58,251(LSI2) The PPC pay rate applies when the individual is required to pay a Personal Pension Contribution (otherwise known as a main scheme contribution) in accordance with the rules of their main/personal superannuation scheme. This is different to a contribution in respect of membership of a Spouses’ and Children’s scheme, or the Additional Superannuation Contributions (ASC). A different rate will apply where the appointee is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution. Long service increments may be payable after 3(LSI1) and 6(LSI2) years satisfactory service at the maximum of the scale. Important Note Entry will be at the minimum of the scale and the rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation and may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Different terms and conditions may apply if you are a currently serving civil or public servant. Subject to satisfactory performance increments may be payable in line will current Government Policy. Payment will be made fortnightly in arrears by Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) into a bankaccount of your choice. Payment cannot be made until a bank account number and bank sort code has been supplied on appointment and statutory deductions from salary will be made as appropriate. You will agree that any overpayment of salary, allowances, or expenses will be repaid by you in accordance with Circular 07/2018: Recovery of Salary, Allowances, and Expenses Overpayments made to Staff Members/Former Staff Members/Pensioners. Annual Leave The appointee will be entitled to 23 days annual leave a year rising to 24 days a year after 5 years’ service, 25 days after 10 years’ service, 26 days after 12 years’ service and 27 days after 14 years’ service. This leave is exclusive of public holidays. Hours of Attendance Hours of attendance will be fixed from time to time but will amount to not less than 41 hours and 15 minutes gross and 35 hours net per week. Extra attendance will be compensated as set out in the requirements of Circular 14/2014. Location The officer’s headquarters will be within their sector or as may be designated from time to time by the Head of the Department. When absent from home and headquarters on duty the appointee will be paid travel expenses subject to standard Civil Service practices. Closing date Your application must be submitted on the Publicjobs website not later than 3pm on Thursday, 9th May 2024. IMPORTANT NOTE The above represents the principal conditions of service and is not intended to be the comprehensive list of all terms and conditions of employment which will be set out in the employment contract to be agreed with the successful candidate(s).
Sales Consultant
GET TO KNOW US This is a great opportunity to work at the heart of a busy successful family business operating within the Brown Thomas Group. Bottom Drawer is the bed linen department in Brown Thomas, trading as a concession company within Brown Thomas in Dublin, Cork and Limerick KNOW THE ROLE Bottom Drawer in Brown Thomas Limerick are looking for a part time Sales Consultant to join their team on a part time contract. We are looking for someone fully flexible to work 24-32 hours per week. The position mainly involves selling to customers also unpacking deliveries, pricing, stock taking. KNOW WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR You need to be bright and to have had some experience working in retail or customer service. Our team is close knit and enthusiastic and you would be very much expected to embrace this spirit. Flexibility in hours and working pattern are also required to cover holidays and the busy Christmas period. KNOW HOW WE WORK We Drive Creativity and Innovation: Creativity runs through our veins and fuels everything we do. We are an enterprising team that thinks outside the box to bring new ideas to life and to create unrivalled experiences designed for our customers and our world. Fostering a culture of innovation, we keep ahead of the rest while growing sustainably. We Go Above and Beyond: As agents of change within our industry we set the standard, always leading, never imitating. We love to go where others haven't and thrive on sharing our knowledge and expertise. We work to surpass expectations, inspiring everyone who comes in to contact with our brands. We Do the Right Thing: We respect our world and everyone we interact with. Acting with decency, honesty and transparency, we strive to ensure that everything we contemplate or do, contributes to a sustainable future. Embracing diversity and inclusivity we build trust among our customers, partners, communities and with each other. KNOW WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU Our City Centre based stores are close to all forms of transport and surrounded by many shops, parks and beautiful restaurants.Team discount is offered to all team members across Brown Thomas Arnotts and our Concession partners. Wellbeing initiatives at BTA include but are not limited to; EAP Scheme, Tax Saver Commuter, Bike to Work, Local Discounts, Sports & Social Club.
Executive Assistant
Imagine a future where you focus on leadership support and reporting and general purchase admin tasks associated with supporting the business Join us in this role where you’ll be an integral part of the management team and proactively provide support for the business. Welcome to Onshore Ireland & UK You’ll be part of Development & Operations where you, together with your colleagues, will provide assistance to the Senior Director with diary management and logistics, as well as support them on presentation development and business reporting. In addition, you’ll support the wider business on Account Payable invoice processing and query management. We work closely supporting each other, embracing opportunities for change in order to influence the best and most efficient way of working. We’re a friendly and dynamic team with colleagues who are professional, supportive, dedicated, and always looking to improve the way we work, in order to provide the best service possible. You’ll play an important role in: Maybe you’ve read the above and can see you have some transferable skills, even though they don’t quite match all the points. If you think you can bring something to the team, we still encourage you to apply. Join a global leader in renewable energy Ørsted is a growing green energy major and global leader in climate action. With us you’ll play a part in driving change towards a green energy future. You’ll grow your talent in a fast-paced and high-growth industry where you have plenty of opportunities to learn and develop through challenging assignments and industry-leading experts. Here, you can perform in a friendly work environment based on trust, respect, and collaboration. Shape the future with us Send your application to us as soon as possible. We’ll be conducting interviews on a continuous basis and reserve the right to take down the advert when we have found the right candidate.
Defence Forces Cadetships 2024
The Defence Forces Cadetship will prepare individuals morally, mentally and physically for their role as leaders in the Defence Forces whilst instilling the organisations values of respect, loyalty, selflessness, physical courage, moral courage and integrity into students. Applications are now open for Army, Air Corps and Naval Service Cadetships 2024, please see below for the various entry streams within each of the three services. Candidates must be 18 years of age or above and under 39 years of age on the 5th May 2024. Closing date for Cadetship applications is Sunday 5th May 2024 at 2359hrs CONDITIONS GOVERNING THE AWARD OF CADETSHIPS IN THE PERMANENT DEFENCE FORCE 1. GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS To qualify for the award of a Cadetship, a candidate shall: a. at the time of application be- (i) a citizen of the State, or be any other person who has a lawful entitlement to reside and work within the State for the period of enlistment required for the course of training as a cadet and, if subsequently commissioned as an officer, for the additional period of time that is required for the purpose of any such appointment. (ii) Be of good character and satisfy any security clearance requirement. b. Be 18 years of age or above and under 39 years of age on the closing date for applications, i.e. 5th May 2024. 2. MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (a) Army (Line) School Leaver/Non-Graduate Candidates Must possess a minimum of Grade H5 in 3 Higher Level papers, and, Grade O6 in 3 Ordinary Level papers or Grade H7 in 3 Higher level papers. Candidates must have obtained these grades in a single sitting of the Leaving Certificate examination for CAO computation purposes. AND A candidate’s educational qualifications must include a minimum of Grade 06 at Ordinary Level or Grade H7 at Higher Level in the following subjects: (i) Mathematics. (ii) Irish. NUI matriculation exemptions apply. (iii) English. Candidates whose first language is not English must satisfy the English language requirements in accordance with NUI Matriculations Regulations (iv) Third language accepted for NUI Matriculation Registration purposes. NUI matriculations exemptions apply. Subject to meeting the criteria to have obtained a minimum of Grade H5 in 3 Higher Level papers, and, Grade O6 in 3 Ordinary Level papers or Grade H7 in 3 Higher level papers, a candidate may use the results of another sitting of the Leaving Certificate for the minimum educational requirements in (i) to (iv) above. Graduate Candidates must have successfully completed a Bachelor Degree programme at Level 8 of the National Framework of Qualifications. (b) Army (Equitation School) School Leaver/Non-Graduate Candidates Must possess a minimum of Grade H5 in 3 Higher Level papers, and, Grade O6 in 3 Ordinary Level papers or Grade H7 in 3 Higher level papers. Candidates must have obtained these grades in a single sitting of the Leaving Certificate examination for CAO computation purposes. AND A candidate’s educational qualifications must include a minimum of Grade 06 at Ordinary Level or H7 at Higher Level in the following subjects: (i) Mathematics. (ii) Irish. NUI matriculation exemptions apply. (iii) English. Candidates whose first language is not English must satisfy the English language requirements in accordance with NUI Matriculations Regulations. Subject to meeting the criteria to have obtained a minimum of Grade H5 in 3 Higher Level papers ,and, Grade O6 in 3 Ordinary Level papers or Grade H7 in 3 Higher level papers, a candidate may use the results of another sitting of the Leaving Certificate for the minimum educational requirements in (i) to (iii) above. Graduate Candidates must have successfully completed a Bachelor Degree programme at Level 8 of the National Framework of Qualifications. (c) Army (Engineer Corps) Graduate Candidates must have successfully completed: a. a Bachelor Degree programme at Level 8 or 9 of the National Framework of Qualifications in either Engineering, Architecture, or other Building Construction related discipline, accredited for membership by Engineers Ireland, Royal Institute of Architects of Ireland or other relevant professional body, OR b. a professional qualification equivalent to one of the foregoing awarded by the relevant professional body. Where an applicant has a Level 8 or higher NFQ qualification not specified above, they may seek a determination that the qualification meets the requirements subject to submitting suitable evidence of equivalence to Defence Forces Recruitment Section, Defence Forces Headquarters, Department of Defence, Station Road, Newbridge, W12 AD93, for the Director of Engineering’s determination. (d) Army (Ordnance Corps) Graduate Candidates must have successfully completed one of the following Bachelor Degree programmes at Level 8, of the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ): Bachelor of Science, Physics and/or Chemistry, or Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical or Electronic Engineering, or Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Engineering, Optical Electronics or MechElectronics Where an applicant has a Level 8 or higher NFQ qualification not specified above, they may seek a determination that the qualification meets the requirements subject to submitting suitable evidence of equivalence to Defence Forces Recruitment Section, Defence Forces Headquarters, Department of Defence, Station Road, Newbridge, Co. Kildare, W12 AD93, for the Director of Ordnance’s determination. 3. MEDICAL AND PHYSICAL STANDARDS Candidates must be in good mental and bodily health and free from any physical defect, abnormality, physiological condition or history of serious illness likely to interfere with the efficient performance of their duties. The following are the minimum physical requirements: a. Height A candidates’ height will be determined at the Medical Examination – see Para. 8. Weight and chest measurements must be in keeping with height and age. Min. height: 157.48cm. Note: BMI will be determined at Stage 2, the Assessment Phase of the competition b. Vision Colour vision must be normal. Both eyes must be free from disfiguring or incapacitating abnormality and free from acute or chronic disease. There must be no evidence of squint or latent squint. The eligibility of applicants who have had previous incisional or laser treatment to correct visual acuity will be determined at the Medical Examination. Please see Annex C for further information. Vision must be not be less than 6/18 in each eye, corrected to not less than 6/6 in one eye and 6/9 in the other. c. Dental Candidates must be free from any serious periodontal disease and possess teeth to a specific standard, which is not less than the equivalent of eleven over eleven natural teeth functionally opposed. In certain circumstances, artificial teeth may be acceptable. d. Hearing A good standard of unaided hearing is essential. Candidates will be required to undergo an audiometric test at which: (1) The sum of the hearing threshold at 1,2,3, 4 and 6 kHz should not exceed the age and gender related warning levels contained in the "Guidelines on Hearing Checks and Audiometry Regulations 2007", issued by the Health and Safety Authority. (2) Candidates under 25 years of age must be able to hear all measured pure tones up to and including 8 kHz at 20dB in each ear. Candidates aged 25 and older must be able to hear all measured pure tones up to and including 8 kHz at 25dB in each ear. Candidates must also be free from acute or chronic ear disorders. Candidates are advised to avoid all sources of loud noise or music for a period of 48 hours prior to this audiometric test, as exposure to such noise may adversely affect the results of the test. N.B. Candidates must satisfy these various medical and physical standards and requirements in order to remain in the Competition. In addition, successful Candidates will be required to undertake compulsory random drug testing throughout their career in the Defence Force in accordance with Defence Force Regulation A7. Stage 1 – Online Psychometric Testing Stage 1 of the selection procedure involves tests that measure a range of skills and qualities that are necessary in the job. These tests provide a consistent and suitable way of screening candidates at the initial stage of the selection campaign. These tests are designed to identify the most suitable people to go forward to the next stage of the Cadetship Competition. The tests have been designed so that they are fair to all applicants and are objectively scored. Candidates will be required to complete an unsupervised psychometric test online. Candidates will be supplied with psychometric test familiarisation material in order to introduce them to the format of the tests. Candidates will be required to complete the unsupervised online psychometric test within the timeframe specified by the Defence Force. Candidates should pay particular attention to ensuring that the contact details specified on their application are correct. Candidates who have attained the requisite score in the unsupervised online psychometric test, at Stage 1 will be required to attend for a subsequent supervised online psychometric test at Stage 2. Note: If a candidate fails to meet the minimum standard at Stage 1, they will not be permitted to proceed to the next stage of the competition. Stage 2 – The Assessment Phase Army, Army (Equitation School), Army (Engineer Corps) and Army (Ordnance Corps) candidates who have attained the requisite score at Stage 1 of the competition, will be required to attend at the Defence Force Training Centre, Curragh, Co. Kildare, for the Assessment Phase (possible overnight duration) of the Competition. The Assessment Phase will consist of the following: Physical Fitness Test: In order to qualify for a Cadetship, candidates will be required to pass a physical fitness test, which is designed to assess their potential to undergo the rigours of military training. Candidates must attain the standard laid down in order to proceed in the competition. A candidate must complete this test as part of their cadetship application; this test is not valid for any other Cadetship applications or other Defence Force competitions. (See Annex ‘D’ for details of the test and suggested training programme). Supervised online Psychometric Test. If a candidate’s performance at a supervised test is outside the expected scoring range from their unsupervised test at Stage 1, they may be excluded from subsequent stages of the selection process. Group Assessment: Candidates will be required to participate in a group assessment. Realistic Job Preview: This involves a familiarisation visit to the Cadet School at the Military College, Curragh, Co. Kildare and informal interaction with instructional staff and Cadets All components will be conducted on the one occasion. Note: If a candidate fails to meet the required standard at the Assessment phase, they will not be permitted to proceed to the next stage of the competition. Online Personality Questionnaire. Candidates who have attained the requisite score at Stage 2 of the competition will be sent an online personality questionnaire to be completed within the timeframe specified by the Defence Force prior to attending for interview. Note: In addition to the above, candidates for Cadetships in the Army Equitation School will be required to undergo and pass a practical equestrian test before attending for Stage 3 - The Interview. If a candidate fails to meet minimum standards of equestrian test, they will not be permitted to proceed to the next stage of the competition. This is a scored test standardised to the ‘Showjumping Ireland National 5 Bar Assessment’ for young riders. The applicant’s score will form part of their overall score in the cadetship competition. Stage 3 - The Interview Successful candidates will be invited to the Cadet School, Military College, Defence Forces Training Centre, Curragh Camp, Co. Kildare to attend a competency based interview, where they will be required to demonstrate competency in a selection of the following areas: • Planning and Organising • Decision Making and Problem Solving • Working with Others • Communication • Leadership and Supervising • Personal Motivation and Discipline • Resilience • Information Handling In the competency based interview, candidates will be asked to give examples from their own experiences of life, school, university, hobbies, work, pastimes etc., to demonstrate evidence in several of the above areas. Candidates who fail any of the competencies at Interview will be deemed unsuccessful in the competition. Feedback is available upon request. All requests for feedback must be received within 3 months of issuance of the individuals result.
Store Manager
The importance of your role. This is your chance to be part of something a bit different. You'll help our stores become even more successful. Working closely with our teams and our customers, you’ll help make our customers feel good – and we think that's a really great opportunity.It’s an opportunity to develop your career with us. A chance to build on your retail and commercial experience, and add to your management expertise. From healthcare to beauty, we keep our customers coming back and make them feel good. With a passion for customer care and sales, you’ll make sure our customers get a great shopping experience. What you’ll be doing day to day. Make the shop floor your own, get to know our teams, sales and operations. Consider ‘what can we do better?’ and opportunities we could be missing out on. This will set Boots apart from other retailers.Lead the sales and performance of your store, whilst keeping our customers close to heart. As an ambassador for our Boots brand you’ll be passionate about helping us work towards becoming the world's best pharmacy led health and beauty retailer.Inspire your teams with your love for great customer care. You'll really drive the success of your store, and help make our customer’s look and feel better. How will you do it? Know our business. Use your commercial and retail expertise, and be flexible with your approach to new business ideas keeping our customers in mind. Get to know our teams – find out what they like and what they want to see change.Be on the lookout for business trends and opportunities to drive our business into the future.Spot talent when you see it. Guide your team by building really great relationships, with your Assistant Manager and the local area as a Boots ambassador.There's also a range of fantastic benefits for you, not to mention great in store discounts and a great salary. What you’ll need to have. We’re looking for really great people, with a friendly personality. It’s all about working together as one great team – after all it’s our people that are at the heart of our business. It’s a fantastic opportunity to add to your own development, and a chance to learn more about us as a business. It could open up even more opportunities with us. You’ll need to have lots of retail management and commercial experience, with really great customer service skills. But it isn’t just about experience, we’re interested in seeing a bit more, the real you – and that makes us all feel good. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Apprenticeship Programme Coordinator
We are Uisce Éireann. Every day, we are responsible for the delivery of secure, safe, and sustainable water services for the people of Ireland. As Ireland’s national regulated water utility, our vision is a sustainable Ireland where water is respected and protected, for the planet and all the lives it supports. Our purpose at Uisce Éireann is to rise to the challenge of delivering transformative water services that enable communities to thrive. That means we are proud to take on the responsibility of protecting our water supply and passing on a safe and secure water system to a rapidly growing population and empowering Ireland’s social and economic growth. So, we’re passionate about helping our people to do the best work of their lives, to enable them to make a positive difference to communities all over Ireland. Our aim is to attract and develop talented and skilled people with diverse backgrounds and an evolving range of expertise and insight. We believe that such a strong workforce will help us achieve our goals and allow us to continue investing in, and advancing, Ireland’s water services. The Role: The Organisation Development Function is responsible for managing and supporting the assessment of organisational needs and the design, implementation and evaluation of programs that facilitate the professional development and continuous learning of team members, including executives and emerging leaders. The Learning and Skills area supports the development of technical skills in water distribution. It is responsible for harnessing the experience, skills, knowledge, and wisdom of their own operational people to support training and learning in the field as well as supporting the learning of Apprentices. The team also supports the introduction of innovative tools and techniques into distribution practice and the Tech Training Skills Technical Managers work with and embed themselves within the Functions to ensure future needs and changes are identified and incorporated and continue to meet standards. The team manage the engagement, coordination, and content oversight, and agree on the delivery mode for Technical Training needs. Reporting to the Learning & Technical Skills Senior Manager, the Apprenticeship Programme Coordinator will oversee the day-to-day management and administration of Apprenticeship Programmes for Uisce Éireann and will assist in the development of new programmes. The Apprenticeship Programme Coordinator will manage all aspects of the programme’s life cycle including recruitment, training facilitation and cross-department collaboration to ensure the successful and smooth running of the programme across Uisce Éireann. Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Executive Librarian
SECTION 1: THE ROLE The Cork County Library service has 25 branches and 4 mobile libraries throughout the county. This library service provides the community with a comprehensive range of material for information, study, and recreation. Ultimately user-friendly, it is there to inform, entertain, and educate. Applications are currently being sought from suitably qualified persons who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which vacancies for Executive Librarian may be filled. SECTION 2: DUTIES The Executive Librarian is a professional frontline management position in Cork County Council and is assigned responsibility for the management of a public library or section within Cork County Library Service. He/She will be responsible for the management and development of library services, staff, resources and buildings and will report to the Senior Executive Librarian/ County Librarian and/or management team. The duties may include but are not limited to the following and 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: 1. General branch or other library service sections management and development; 2. Be able to lead and manage a team effectively; 3. Provide access to information; circulation control; collection development and user education; 4. Assist in the development of library policies; development programmes, plans and strategies; 5. Management of information systems and services; 6. Organising and promoting events including use of social media; 7. Prepare and manage budgets including cash management; 8. Have good knowledge and awareness of Health and Safety Legislation and Regulations, the implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace 9. Any other duties which may be assigned from time to time. SECTION 3: ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA / QUALIFICATIONS 1. Character Each candidate must be of good character and the successful applicant may be subject to Garda Vetting prior to any appointment being confirmed. 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. On the latest date for receipt of completed application forms for the office: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (i) hold a degree (level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications) in the area of Library and Information Studies,* (ii) have satisfactory experience of library work. *(or post graduate Diploma in the area of Library and Information Studies) 4. Age Age restrictions shall only apply to a candidate where he/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. 5. Transport Holders of the office shall hold a full driving licence for Class B Vehicles and when required to do so, shall drive a motor car in the course of their duties and for this purpose the council may choose to provide a work vehicle to the successful candidate for transport purposes. 6. Required Skillset In the context of the key duties and responsibilities for the post of Executive Librarian listed above, the ideal candidate will demonstrate the following knowledge, experience, skills and competencies; • Ability to lead and manage a team effectively to achieve a common goal, ensuring strong governance standards and ethics standards are adhered to and maintained; Ability to manage deadlines and experience of prioritising tasks; • Excellent IT skills, including an understanding of the role of digital technologies in the delivery of library services, social media services and promotion; • Knowledge and understanding of the functions of a local authority and the library service including a strong understanding of the role of Executive Librarian and an awareness of current issues and strategic direction of library services; • Capable of working closely with other Council Departments and with outside agencies; • Demonstrate relevant administrative experience at a sufficiently high level; • A career record that demonstrates an ability to manage and supervise staff; • Understand the changing environment in which Cork County Council operates and be capable of adapting to change to deliver quality services to our citizens; • Strong customer service ethos and sense of commitment to delivering a quality public service; • Ability to motivate, empower and encourage staff under his/her control to achieve maximum performance; • strong interpersonal and communications skills; • Be self-motivated with ability to work on own initiative; • Ability to prepare and manage budgets; • Good knowledge and awareness of Health and Safety Legislation and Regulations, the implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace; • Understand the role and duties of managers in safety management in the workplace. SECTION 4: COMPETENCIES A Competency Based Application form requires you to describe some of your personal achievements to date that demonstrate certain competencies (necessary skills and qualities) required for the position for which you are applying. For each competency, you are given a description of a skill or quality. You are then asked to describe a situation, from your own experience, which you think is the best example of what YOU have done which demonstrates this skill or quality. It is essential that you describe how you demonstrated the skill or quality in question. Therefore, compose your replies carefully in this section and try to structure what you write so that you give specific information about what you have done - for example, do not simply say that “X was successful”, describe exactly what you did and how you demonstrated the skill or quality in question.For each example, please include the following: a) the nature of the task, problem or objective; b) what you actually did and how you demonstrated the skill or quality (and, where appropriate, the date you demonstrated it) c) the outcome or result of the situation and your estimate of the proportion of credit you can claim for the outcome. The information you present in your application may form part of a shortlisting process and may also be used to help structure your interview, should you be invited to one. A shortlisting process may be applied based on TWO or more of the competencies and on other information you provide in your application form. Please note that, should you be called to interview, the board may look for additional examples of where you demonstrated the Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Competencies required for this post, so you should think of a number of examples of where you demonstrated each of the skills Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self Development • Has a clear understanding of the roles, objectives and targets of self and team and how they fit into the work of the unit and Department/Organisation and effectively communicates this to others. • Has high levels of expertise and broad Public Sector knowledge relevant to his/her area of work. • Focuses on self development, striving to improve performance. • Is proactive in keeping up to date on issues and key developments that may impact on own area, the Department and/or wider public service. • Consistently reviews own performance and sets self challenging goals and targets. • Demonstrates the required specialist knowledge for the role and an understanding of the structures within which the library service operates. Interpersonal & Communication Skills • Builds and maintains contact with colleagues and other stakeholders to assist in performing role • Acts as an effective link between staff and senior management • Encourages open and constructive discussions around work issues. • Projects conviction, gaining buy-in by outlining relevant information and selling benefits. • Treats others with diplomacy, tact, courtesy and respect, even in challenging circumstances. • Presents information clearly, concisely and confidently when speaking and in writing. • Collaborates and supports colleagues to achieve organisational goals. Management & Delivery of Results • Takes responsibility and is accountable for the delivery of agreed objectives. • Successfully manages a range of different projects and work activities at the same time. • Structures and organises their own work and others work effectively. • Is logical and pragmatic in approach, delivering the best possible results with the resources available. • Delegates work effectively, providing clear information and evidence as to what is required. • Proactively identifies areas for improvement and develops practical suggestions for their implementation. • Demonstrates enthusiasm for new developments/changing work practices and strives to implement these changes effectively. • Applies appropriate systems/processes to enable quality checking of all activities and outputs. • Practices and promotes a strong focus on delivering high quality customer service, for internal and external customers. Judgement, Analysis & Decision Making • Gathers and analyses information from relevant sources, whether financial, numerical or otherwise weighing up a range of critical factors. • Takes account of broader issues, agendas, sensitivities and related implications when making decisions. • Uses previous knowledge and experience in order to guide decisions. • Uses judgement to make sound decisions with a well reasoned rationale and stands by these. • Puts forward solutions to address problems. SECTION 5: TENURE The position is permanent and fulltime. The post is pensionable. A panel may be formed to fill this position and any vacancies for Executive Librarian which may arise during the lifetime of the panel. SECTION 6: SALARY The Salary for the post is: €53,345- €65,172 basic per annum €53,345 - €54,618 - €56,168 - €59,086 - €60,828 (Maximum); - €62,994 - (1st LSI) (after 3 years satisfactory service on the Maximum) - €65,172 (2nd LSI) (after 3 years satisfactory service on the 1st LSI). Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by theDepartment of Housing, Planning and Local Government. 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 for the position at a minimum point. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. SECTION 7: LOCATION OF POST The base for working purposes shall be the location as determined by Cork County Council. 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. Holders of the office shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. SECTION 8: WORKING HOURS The successful candidate will be required to work 35 hours per week (5-day week) as required by the particular post. Currently this may be either Monday to Friday or Tuesday to Saturday but is subject to change. All hours worked will be subject to the provisions of the organisation of Working Time Act 1997 and Organisation of Working Time Act (Regulations) 2001. The successful candidate will be required to work hours outside of normal working hours as required by his/her immediate Supervisor
