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Buffalo Brands Ltd T/A Buffalo Boy, Main street, Carrick on Shannon, Leitrim require Chef De Partie for their popular restaurant. Each chef must have at least two years, min experience in preparing & cooking quality cuisine and must be hardworking & capable of producing high quality foods. Minimum 2years’ experience Salary: €34,000 per annum, 39 Hrs p/w CV to Sean at buffaloboysteakhouse@gmail.com
General Operative
Summary A Key Role in Delivering Quality Food Products to the World Additional Benefits Discounted or Free Food The Role Sofina Foods is currently seeking reliable, motivated General Operatives to join our team at our Tullamore site. As a General Operative, you’ll play a vital part in our production process—supporting the delivery of high-quality meat products to customers across the globe.Whether you’re packing, preparing, or ensuring hygiene standards are met, this role is essential to the smooth and efficient running of our operations. It’s also a great entry point into a company that values its people and provides real opportunities for development. Hours of Work: 12-hour shifts, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM, on a two-week rotating schedule:
Material Handler
Hours of work : 40 Hours Monday to Friday, 8AM – 5PM Reporting to Production Supervisor, you will work as part a team to handle materials in a safe and efficient manner at our site in Carrickmacross. You will be responsible for creating a seamless flow of materials to and from Production, Paint and Assembly. Main Duties & Responsibilities:
Material Call Off Coordinator
Purpose To ensure that the necessary materials are available at the right time, in the right place, and quantity to meet production schedules. Key Responsibilities / Measures of Success Leadership • Safety is a condition. Behave in a safe manner while on site. People • Communicate effectively with key internal stakeholders; Planning, Operations, Engineering, Central Materials team, Technical, OPEX, R&D, etc. on risks, issues, and key changes required to deliver optimised customer service at the lowest cost. Excellent Results Desirable • Plan and order all site material orders and deliveries to meet production plan and schedule requirements using the site Materials Requisition Planner (MRP) and SAP. • Schedule deliveries & manage stock levels at third-party logistics partners. Essential • Optimise material delivery schedules in line with stock holding policies to improve business performance across the balanced scorecard. • Build strong relationships with the site Operations team. Utilise these relationships to solve problems quickly & effectively. • Build strong relationships with the Noon and Central Procurement teams. Utilise these relationships to solve problems quickly & effectively. • Identify & support delivery of site material Profit Improvement Projects (PIPs) with the central Procurement team. Standard Work & Problem Solving • Maintain master performance data sets for all suppliers, materials, lead times, stock holding rules, minimum order quantities, within the site Materials Requisition Planner (MRP). • Maintain material Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and use data analysis to make problems visible, quantifiable, and to guide decisions. • Ensure that all delivery queries, financial or otherwise, are dealt with in the agreed timescales. Skills & Knowledge • Experience in a FMCG Industry, ideally in a material management role. • Understanding of OPEX and its use in optimising production schedules. • Experience in material call off with an in-depth understanding of material requisition planning systems and their optimisation. • Strong communication skills and the ability to influence multiple levels of the site. • Strong analytical & problem-solving skills. Desirable • Advanced Excel capability • Working knowledge of SAP & Innova or similar manufacturing systems. • Degree in Manufacture / Engineering / Science or another appropriate discipline. Behaviours • Listens to others and builds trust among colleagues. • Disciplined and decisive, does not get distracted away from priorities. • Courageous, able to speak up even if it feels uncomfortable to do so and ask for help when an impasse is reached. • Takes ownership for solving material risks & issues. • Available to support issues from other functions, especially manufacturing. • Collaborative and dynamic when problem solving. • Continuously looks to simplify what materials are ordered, how materials are ordered, delivered & stored. • Live our values to an exemplary level.
Junior Company Secretary
Who We Are UHY FDW is a leading Top 20 audit and accountancy, advisory and taxation practice in the Northeast of Ireland and a member of the global accountancy network UHY, ranked in the Top 20 networks worldwide. UHY FDW has evolved significantly over the past decade to become one of the most modern and cutting-edge firms in today’s market. It has a significant market share and presence across the north-east which is attributed to its exceptionally talented workforce, strategic planning and adoption of new technologies & methodologies to now be labelled a trendsetter within the sector. We pride ourselves on being people-focused, and we understand the importance of attracting and retaining the highest calibre individuals. Our team of 7 directors and 80 staff deliver a first-class service across 4 offices to a diverse range of clients, locally, nationally and internationally. We are committed to our purpose “Achieve a Better Future Together” and are excited to expand our team with individuals who will help us in fulfilling our purpose. The Role The successful candidate will support the Company Secretarial Team in a junior capacity in respect of the provision of company secretarial and corporate governance advisory services to a range of clients. This role would be suitable for an ambitious and motivated professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment in a hands on role. We are specifically looking for energetic professionals who possess the following: Our Values Our firm and entire team are committed to our purpose “Achieve a Better Future Together,” and we have aligned our core values to support us all in achieving this. Our core values are: Integrity, Teamwork, Respect, Be Engaged & Be Passionate.
School Transport Escort
In accordance with Department of Education & Skills guidelines regarding the revision of pay for all staff paid directly by a recognised school or ETB the following are the revised hourly rates for School Bus Escorts. Hourly Rate The hourly rate effective from 1st October 2020 is €13.40. Holiday Pay Holiday pay will continue to be paid at 8%. The revised hourly rate, inclusive of holiday pay, will be €14.47 (€13.40 + 8%) with effect from 1st October 2020. RESPONSIBILITIES OF AN ESCORT • Must ensure that they are on the bus at time of first pick-up and last set down. • Are responsible for the safety of children when opening and closing doors prior to ‘stop’ and ‘move off.’ • Assisting children to board and alight safely from the school bus. • Making sure all children are seated with appropriate straps, harnesses where provided. • Ensure that each pupil is received by some responsible person at the set down point. DUTIES OF AN ESCORT • Supervision of children travelling on bus. • Maintain a good working relationship with the driver of the bus. • Act as liaison between Principal and/or Class Teacher and parents when required i.e. conveyance of messages and letter to parents. • Observe confidentiality in all aspects of work. • Be aware of particular disabilities of children on the bus and be briefed by the Principal on how to deal with same, e.g. epilepsy etc. • Perform any other duties relevant to the position of escort which may be assigned by the Principal from time to time. • Unless under exceptional circumstances, the escort should never leave the bus. • The escort’s position on the bus should be where maximum control of children is achieved i.e. at back of bus. • Report all concerns to the Principal and/or Class Teacher.
Administrative Officer (Grade VII)
THE COMPETITION Laois County Council is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates with relevant experience for the position of Administrative Officer (Grade VII). Recruitment arrangements to this grade will now be on the following basis: The Council will form three (3) separate panels of suitably qualified candidates to meet the requirements for posts confined to the local authority sector, open and those confined to Laois County Council staff, from which future relevant vacancies may be filled including that of Healthy Ireland Coordinator. Suitably qualified persons are invited to apply for the following panel(s): - For the purposes of the above, the sector Panel A is comprehended to include all local authorities and the three (3) Regional Assemblies only. Staff who are not existing employees of local authorities or regional assemblies are not eligible to apply for the competition confined to the sector (Panel A) or to the local authority (Panel C). Eligibility criteria for all three panels are set out under Qualifications below. THE ROLE The Administrative Officer is a middle management supervisory position in Laois County Council and is assigned responsibility for the development, management and day to day operations of one or more departments or services within the Council. The Administrative Officer is the primary point of contact and liaison with other sections in relation to service delivery for their area of responsibility. The Administrative Officer is also a contributor to the strategic and policy making decisions of the Council and will be expected to contribute to the development and implementation of forward-thinking strategies within the local authority and to work closely with senior management, elected representatives, external agencies and relevant stakeholders in delivering services to the highest standard. The Administrative Officer may represent the Council on committees and at meetings and may be asked to report on progress in their respective section(s) at Council meetings, Municipal District meetings, Strategic Policy Committee meetings etc. The Administrative Officer is responsible for the efficient management, direction and deployment of resources for the department or service to which they are assigned and will generally work as part of a multi-disciplinary team within one of the Council’s Directorates to deliver a broad and diverse range of services. These may include planning, economic and enterprise development, community and social development, housing, recreation, amenity and cultural services, environmental services, transportation and infrastructure, and emergency services. Laois County Council is also the employer for all staff at the MyPay Shared Services Centre, responsible for the delivery of a payroll and superannuation service to multiple local authorities nationwide. THE QUALIFICATIONS 1. CHARACTER: Candidates shall be of good character. 2. HEALTH: Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render an efficient service. Successful candidates will be required to undergo a medical examination carried out by the Council’s Occupational Medical advisor prior to appointment. On taking up appointment, the expense of the medical examination will be refunded to the candidate. 3. EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE ETC: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: - Applicants to Panel B (Open) (i) (a) Have obtained at least Grade D (or a Pass), in Higher or Ordinary Level, in five (5) subjects (or four (4) 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 (3) subjects in that examination (or two (2) 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 and (iv) Have satisfactory experience in administrative procedures, including adequate practical experience in work or an executive nature, office organisation and control of staff. Confined Competition (Panels A and C as appropriate) (v) (a) be a serving employee of 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, and (b) have satisfactory experience in administrative procedures, including adequate practical experience in work of an executive nature, office organisation and control of staff. The Ideal Candidate Shall: · 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 Administrative Officer in this context; · Have an understanding of organisation policies and implementation of such policies, as applicable to a public body; · Have a strong sense of commitment to delivering quality public services and be willing to take on a challenge; · Be highly motivated and have excellent interpersonal and communications skills; · Have an ability to foster and maintain productive working relationships within the organisation and with relevant stakeholders externally; · Be capable of working in close co-operation with the elected Council, the Strategic Policy Committees and other Council Departments while being able to seek co-operation and consensus from a wide range of bodies and representative groups; · Be able to work within, and where necessary lead, multi-disciplined teams and have the ability to motivate, empower and encourage employees to achieve maximum performance; · Have the ability to plan and prioritise work effectively, to work under pressure to tight deadlines and to take a strategic approach in the formulation and delivery of key policy objectives; · Have a career record that demonstrates a high level of competence in the management of staff, including managing performance; · Demonstrate relevant administrative experience at a sufficiently high level; · Demonstrate experience of managing staff working under Service Level Agreements and to Key Performance Indicators. · Demonstrate experience utilising project management software (eg Microsoft Project, TeamWorks Projects) and utilizing business process mapping software (eg Microsoft Visio). · Have the ability to manage financial resources within a budgetary control framework; · Have good knowledge and awareness of Health and Safety Legislation and Regulations, the implications for the organisation and the employee, the role and duties of managers, and the application of safety management in the workplace; Key Duties: Details of Key Duties are outlined under ‘The Principal Terms and Conditions’ below. Competencies for the Post: Key Competencies for the post include the following and candidates will be expected to demonstrate sufficient evidence within their application form of competence under each of these. Please take particular note of these when completing the application form as any short-listing or interview processes will be based on the information provided by candidates: Management & Change · Ability to think and act strategically to ensure functional responsibility is properly aligned with corporate policies and strategies · Clear understanding of political reality and context of the local authority · Embeds good governance practices into day to day activities, practices and processes · Develops and maintains positive and productive professional relationships both internally and externally to the local authority · Effectively manages change, fosters a culture of creativity in employees and overcomes resistance to change. Delivering Results · Acts decisively and makes timely, informed and effective decisions · Pinpoints critical information and addresses issues logically · Develops operational and team plans having regard to corporate priorities, operational objectives and available resources · Establishes high quality service and customer care standards Allocates resources effectively to deliver on operational plans · Identifies and achieves efficiencies · Ensures compliance with legislation, regulation and procedure. Performance through People · Effectively manages performance of individuals and teams to achieve operational plan targets and objectives · Leads by example to motivate staff in the delivery of high quality outcomes and customer service · Develops staff potential · Manages underperformance or conflict · Understands effective communications at all levels within the organisation · Actively listen to others · Demonstrates high level of verbal and written communication skills · Ability to foster and maintain productive working relationships within the organisation and with relevant stakeholders externally. Personal Effectiveness · Initiative and creativity · Knowledge and Understanding of Local Government · Enthusiasm and positivity about the role · Resilience and Personal Well-Being · Personal Motivation · Understands the importance of corporate governance · Commitment to integrity and good public service value THE PRINCIPAL TERMS & CONDITIONS 1. PARTICULARS: The position is wholetime, permanent and pensionable. The Council reserves the right to, at any time, re-assign an employee to any department now or in the future 2. PROBATION: Where a person who is not already a permanent employee of this local authority is appointed, the following provisions shall apply: (a) There shall be a period after appointment takes effect, during which such a person shall hold the position on probation; (b) Such period shall be ten months but the Chief Executive may, at his/her discretion, extend such period; (c) Such a person shall cease to hold the position at the end of the period of probation, unless during this period the Chief Executive has certified that the service is satisfactory; (d) There will be ongoing assessments during the probationary period. Employment may be terminated by either party during probation or at the end of the probationary period on one week’s notice. 3. REMUNERATION: The salary 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 services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. The current annual pay-scale is: €60,011 minimum to €78,015 maximum LSI 2 (as per circular EL 07/2025). Holders of the post will be paid at the appropriate point on the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Department circular. In accordance with EL02/2011 starting pay for new entrants will be at the minimum of the scale. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with government policy. 4. DUTIES: The duties of the office are to give to the local authority and (a) Such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Acts, is Chief Executive, and (b) to any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in sub-paragraph (a) of this paragraph, Under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such other officers as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate services of an executive, administrative or management nature as are required for the exercise and performance of any of its powers, duties and functions as may be delegated to him or her by the Chief Executive from time to time including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by the local authority and such duties as may be required in relation to the area of any local authority. The holder of the office, will, if required, act for an officer of a higher level. The main duties and responsibilities of the role of Administrative Officer (Grade VII) include but are not limited to the following: - · Managing one or more sections or departments within the Council and implementing the strategic and policy making decisions of the local authority; · Ensuring that section or department work programmes are implemented to deliver on the Council’s strategies and objectives for the overall development of the County outlined in various corporate plans and strategies; · Identifying opportunities for improvements in the service delivery within the relevant area of responsibility and to use key performance indicators or other performance indicators effectively as appropriate; · Initiating, development and delivering relevant projects and work and evaluating their success relevant to various strategies and plans · Preparation of budgets and responsibility for the day to day financial management of capital and operational expenditure in the department or section, including maximising funding opportunities where appropriate and ensuring all available funding is availed of, drawn down and recouped within appropriate time frames; · Managing and supervising employees in supporting roles up to the position/grade of Senior Staff Officer (Grade VI) or analogous grades, including assigning duties and workload; · Providing on-going support to employees in the department or section, including handling day to day problems and identifying training and development requirements as appropriate; · Ensuring full compliance with all organisational policies and procedures including grievance and disciplinary, performance management and attendance management; · Communicating and liaising effectively with employees, managers in other sections, senior managers, customers and elected representatives in relation to operational matters for their section; · Researching, analysing, disseminating and communicating essential information on specific issues and policies as appropriate; · Compiling, preparing and presenting reports as necessary, including the preparation of reports or letters, which may be sensitive and/or confidential in nature; · Ensuring that department or section operations are in compliance with all Council policies, procedures, practices and standards and in compliance with the principles of good governance, legislative requirements and Department of Housing, Planning, Community and Local Government circulars and guidance; · Implementing good practices with transparent reporting and communications to deliver accountable services in the department or section; · Providing assistance in the understanding and interpretation of the Council’s policies and procedures to employees in their area of responsibility and to customers as appropriate; · Promoting awareness of the local authority’s policies and activities on community, social, economic and infrastructure development; · Carrying out duties in a manner that enhances public trust and confidence and ensures impartial decision making; · Developing and maintaining a productive working relationship with all external agencies, bodies, elected representatives and committee members, including appropriate information provision and assistance when required; · Promoting co-ordination and integration of service delivery between local government, voluntary, public sector and local development bodies operating within the local authority area, especially in relation to cross-sectoral interests, community and business interests; · Assisting from time to time with the development, implementation and review of appropriate strategies/plans/policies for the development of the local authority area which may include relevant research, consultation and interaction with the statutory, local development and social partners; · Representing the local authority on committees and at meetings, including Council, Municipal District and Strategic Policy Committee meetings and reporting on progress in his or her respective section or department; · Organising and facilitating internal and external meetings and participating and engaging in discussions as appropriate; · Supporting the Council and Municipal District operations; · Carrying out duties in a politically neutral manner, with a clear understanding of the political reality and context of the local authority; · Providing specialist administrative assistance and support in the delivery of projects as required; · Managing and implementing Health and Safety for the section or department; · Deputising for the Senior Executive Officer or analogous grade as required; · Undertaking any other duties of a similar level and responsibility, as may be required, or assigned, from time to time.
Dispensing Optician
Specsavers in Clonmel are looking for an experienced or newly qualified Dispensing Optician to join them. The focus at this store, is about pulling together and working as a team to ensure that our valued patients have an excellent experience. Become our new Dispensing Optician at Specsavers in Clonmel - a highly successful store with a great reputation for staff progression and the very highest standards of customer care What’s on Offer? We’re fully equipped with 4 test rooms, the latest clinical technology (including OCT), and a team of 25 – which includes fully trained optical assistants, so everything is in place to let you focus on what you do best. What we’re looking for Alongside being a qualified and CORU registered Dispensing Optician, the right person for this position will be confident, possess a strong worth ethic and a willingness to succeed. You’ll be passionate about your job and enjoy a fast-paced environment. We are looking for a Dispensing Optician who will go the extra mile for our customers and someone who encourages their colleagues to do the same. In summary, we’re looking for a high calibre resident Dispensing Optician to join us and assist in driving this excellent practice forward. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Dispensing Optician
Salary: Competitive basic depending on your experience Working Hours: Full or part time Experience Level: Must have previous experience working in an optician Come and join our accomplished team as a Dispensing Optician at Specsavers Ennis, where we are at the height of customer care. Join us and help work to ensure every single one of our customers receives the very best patient experience. We’re community-focused and we need someone ready to use their passion, skills and experience to build on our ever-growing and loyal customer base. Our Dispensing Opticians are the face of our clinic on the shop floor and usually an integral part of our store management team, so we’re keen to get you up to speed with management responsibilities. With ILM courses, pre-reg supervision and Specsavers Partnership Pathway available, we can guide you on your way to becoming a great leader. This – along with your clinical expertise – will stand you in good stead if you choose to become a store director yourself one day. We’re dedicated to our customers, but what really makes this role stand out is that we offer a workplace with a difference - where people grow both personally and professionally. What’s on offer? Then there’s you Alongside being a qualified and CORU registered Dispensing Optician, we are searching for someone who shares our store’s ethos. Someone who wants to grow, develop and offer exceptional customer care along the way. We want a practitioner who prides themselves on their clinical judgment, that isn’t afraid of a hands-on approach and who is keen to get involved and build rapport with the rest of the team. In summary, we’re looking for a skilled Dispensing Optician to join us, be part of the team and assist in driving our practice forward. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Dispensing Optician
Salary: Salary Up to €40,000 depending on experience Working Hours: Full or part time Experience Level: Must have previous experience working in an opticians Come and join our accomplished team as a Dispensing Optician at Specsavers Tralee, where we are at the height of customer care. Join us and help work to ensure every single one of our customers receives the very best patient experience. We’re community-focused and we need someone ready to use their passion, skills and experience to build on our ever-growing and loyal customer base. Our Dispensing Opticians are the face of our clinic on the shop floor and usually an integral part of our store management team, so we’re keen to get you up to speed with management responsibilities. With ILM courses, pre-reg supervision and Specsavers Partnership Pathway available, we can guide you on your way to becoming a great leader. This – along with your clinical expertise – will stand you in good stead if you choose to become a store director yourself one day. We’re dedicated to our customers, but what really makes this role stand out is that we offer a workplace with a difference - where people grow both personally and professionally. What’s on offer? CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
