Jobs in County Down
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Role overview: We are looking for an Enthusiastic Floor Manager ready to step into a junior management role and advance within their management career. As the vital link between management and staff you will have avid collaboration opportunities with senior managers, championing yours and your teams career development. Responsibilities:
Nursing Home & HR Administrator
Nursing Home & HR Administrator Purpose of Position:
Customer Service Representative
Job Summary: To actively develop long-term relationships with an assigned client group by connecting with key business stakeholders. To liaise between customers and cross-functional internal teams to ensure the timely and successful delivery of orders according to Customer needs. Key Responsibilities:
Oem Engineering Technician Apprentice
First Year Apprentice Vacancy Maginn Machinery has been an industry leader in providing Wood Machinery & Accessories to the Irish Market. With a state-of-the-art show room showcasing panel saws to CNC routers and having an in-store tooling and parts store, we are the perfect one stop shop. We pride ourselves on our excellent customer service and have built a strong reputation within the industry for providing customised and tailor-made solutions to exceed our customer’s needs. The Role Due to a high growth trajectory and a strong pipeline of work, our client is seeking a dynamic Field Service Technician Apprentice on a permanent basis. This position will see you on the road several days a week ensuring you deliver quality service and repairs to ensure the customer is always satisfied. Key Apprentice Learning Responsibilities Include Assisting Technician with the following: • Serve existing and new accounts by analysing work orders; planning daily travel schedule; investigating complaints; conducting tests and resolving problems • Provide service by learning system requirements; ordering and gathering components and parts; completing installation; performing acceptance tests • Document service and installation actions by completing forms, reports, logs and records • Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with the manufacturer’s requirements • Ensure maximum H&S protocols are followed at all times What we are looking for: • Aptitude for this position and industry is required • Interest in electrical, mechanical & pneumatics • Excellent client-facing and communication skills • High focus on Quality and attention to detail • Comfortable taking instruction and complying to rules • Highly organised and process driven • Comfortable using own initiative and taking ownership of processes What is in it for you? • Become a specialist on a highly sought after skill with leading industry brands. • Additional Training in Germany and Italy to become a registered brand engineer. • Internationally recognised qualification on completion. • Competitive salary package • Work for a company where strong family values are at the core of their business • Exciting, challenging and rewarding position with a market leading company. • Join an organisation on a journey of exponential growth and have the opportunity to play a big part in the next phase If you'd like to join a tight-knit company where success is recognised and rewarded, we would love to hear from you. First Year Apprentice Vacancy*
Electrical Apprentice
Masonite is now proudly part of Owens Corning. Owens Corning is a global building and construction materials leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our four integrated businesses – Roofing, Insulation, Doors, and Composites – provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique material science, manufacturing, and market knowledge to help our customers win and grow. At Masonite, we create Doors That Do More™ for the people who pass through them every day. We believe doors should connect you with the people and things you care about most — and make life easier, safer and more beautiful, too. Here at Masonite Ireland, Carrick on Shannon we have been operating for over 28 years and we want to continue to grow our talented and loyal workforce. We have some exciting opportunities for **Maintenance Apprentices Electrical Instrumentation Apprentice (at entry level Phase I) Why apply for an apprenticeship at Masonite Ireland? Participate in a paid professional apprenticeship programme Kick start your career in a state-of the-art highly automated environment while gaining excellent experience and a qualification at the same time Obtain practical experience in a supportive, supervised learning environment Combine on-the-ground training together with a College Education & the college experience. Obtain a national and internationally recognised qualification at QQ1 Level 6 Advanced Craft Certificate. Eligibility – All applicants must be 18 years of age or over on or before January 31st 2026. Applicants must be born on or before January 31st 2008. Educational Qualifications Candidates will have obtained the following minimum requirements at the time of applying. Grade D or higher at Ordinary Level in the Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) in one sitting in the following subjects; *Mathematics Irish or English Science Subject Any other 2 subjects Applied Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Physics and Chemistry, Agricultural Science* If you have not obtained the required grade in any of the above Science subjects the following is acceptable at Leaving Certificate Level: Art, Constructions Studies, Design & Communication, Graphics, Engineering, Home Economics, Technical Drawing and Technology. An online assessment will be used as part of the recruitment and selection process
Wood Manufacturing and Finishing Apprentice
First Year Apprentice Vacancy Wood Manufacturing & Finishing First Year Apprentice position available. We are seeking an Apprentice who is eager to learn with us in our Bespoke Kitchen and Furniture Company and grow their skills in the world of Joinery. This apprenticeship is a minimum of 4 years and on successful completion will be awarded a Level 6 Advanced Certificate Craft -Wood Manufacturing & Finishing. If you think this position is for you and you have a keen interest in Joinery, please send your C.V. and a covering letter by email to trevor@deaneryfurniture.com.
Farm Manager Apprentice
First Year Apprentice Vacancy DAIRY Farm Apprentice - Ballywilliam Farm is seeking a motivated person to join our team. Role Includes: • Milking in modern 44-unit rotary parlour • General livestock care, Yard work, machinery operation & farm maintenance What We Offer: • Competitive pay, based on experience • Modern facilities with strong farm standards • Full-time position (level 7) Farm manager Apprenticeship opportunities
Weekend Receptionist
About Us: Evergreen Care is a healthcare organization providing long- and short-term residential care and services. Although our primary focus is older person care, we also cater to other people who are in need of residential care. In December 2020, Evergreen Care welcomed a new management structure and currently operates twelve Nursing Homes nationwide. We offer a fresh perspective in nursing home care in the heart of Ireland communities. Each of our homes focus on creating a kind, caring and happy community for every resident in our care To deliver our level of excellence in care, we need amazing people. From managers, nurses, and carers to administration, housekeeping and catering, each person plays a vital role in our Evergreen Care community. It’s not just their specialist skills, experience and extraordinary commitment that makes our people special but also their kind and compassionate nature. More than a job, a career with Evergreen Care means you become part of a special community where you can make a real difference to the lives of our residents every day. About the role Duties Include: · To provide secretarial support to the Nurse Manager and Nursing team and Nursing Home in general. · To complete such paperwork and / or financial documents as requested by the Nurse Manager. · To assist the Nurse Manager in completing her HR function by up-dating and managing the Time Management System (TMS) · To assist in the admission, transfer, and discharge process of residents and to assist in the management of new staff and the compiling of their file. · To adhere to the policies as laid down by Evergreen Care in the best interest of residents and staff. · To develop good communication channels with Nurse Manager of the home, residents and their relatives, the HSE accounting departments and all other stakeholders that have an impact on or interest in the home. · To assist the company and residents in their post and telephone requirements. To schedule appointments on behalf of residents and to book taxis etc. · To be economic with the utilisation of resources in order that the optimum standard of work and value for money can be achieved, and to encourage other staff to be equally economic with resources. · To assist in developing and maintaining a ‘home-like’ environment and atmosphere, where the resident is seen as the central figure in all decision making, ensuring that their right to individuality, privacy, dignity, independence, and choice is our focus at all times. · To participate in announced/unannounced visits and inspectors from the registration and inspector unit (HSE / HIQA), environment health officer, fire authority and mental health commission if applicable e.g., Provide reports detailing staff training as requested by the Nurse Manager. The ideal candidate will have a minimum one year’s experience in an Administrative role. Experience working in a similar environment, desirable but not essential. From time to time the successful candidate will also be required to cover annual leave. Experience: Job Types: Part-time, weekends, Permanent based in Borris Lodge Nursing Home
Beach Warden
QUALIFICATIONS 1. CHARACTER Each candidate must be of good character. 2. HEALTH Candidates must be in a good state of health and be free from any ailments which would render them unsuitable to hold the position. 3. AGE Candidates must be at least 18 years of age on or before 30th April 2026. 4. CITIZENSHIP (a) Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: (b) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or (c) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or (d) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (e) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or (f) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa; or (g) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. 5. EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, ETC. (i) Candidates shall have a good standard of education to enable them to carry out their duties efficiently. (ii) Candidates should hold a Certificate of Competence in First Aid from an approved First Aid Training Provider. (iii) Candidates should have relevant experience in relation to the post. PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYMENT 1. THE POST The post is temporary and will be for the June Bank Holiday weekend and weekends and Public Holidays from 1st June to 30th August 2026. Cover may be required on occasional weekdays during the season and weekdays and weekends during the month of June with prior notice from Sligo County Council. 2. DUTIES Beach Wardens will be primarily responsible to Sligo County Council for the performance of their duties and will work under the immediate supervision of the Water Safety Development Officer, Area Engineer and or other designated employee appointed by Sligo County Council. The duties of a Beach Warden include, but are not limited to: The primary role of the Beach Warden is to ensure, in so far as possible, that the Strandhill Beach Bye-laws are observed and to take the appropriate action if the Bye-laws are contravened. The Beach Warden shall be familiar with all aspects of the Bye-laws. In the Bye-laws, are a list of prohibited Acts (Section 4 of Bye-laws) and it is very important to be fully aware of same. The Beach Warden must ensure that, if a person is committing an offence, they are advised of same and are asked to desist immediately. Failure to comply may result in fines under Section 7 of the Bye-laws. The Beach Warden shall approach any person observed attempting to enter the water (other than those referred to in Section 4(a) of the Bye-laws) and shall advise such persons that it is an offence under the Bye-laws to do so. The Beach Warden will be required to be on duty from 12.30 p.m. to 6.30 p.m. on working days and shall report for duty 10 minutes before 12.30 p.m. start time. The Beach Warden may be requested, depending on requirements, to work on occasional weekdays, with prior notice from Sligo County Council. The Beach Warden shall commence patrolling immediately and shall, at all times, keep the beach and the sea under close observation and shall take immediate action in respect of acts which are prohibited under Part 4 of the Beach Bye-laws, i.e.: • Advise the persons concerned that an offence is being committed and request that they desist from the prohibited act immediately. • Advise persons engaged in prohibited acts of the consequences of failing to comply with their requests i.e. fines under Part 7 of the Bye-laws. • If the prohibited act continues, the Beach Warden shall demand the name and address of the person or persons concerned and shall advise that it is an offence to give a false or misleading name or address. • Advise the person concerned that a prosecution may be brought against them in respect of the contravention of the Bye-laws. • Call for assistance of An Garda Síochána in respect of the enforcement of the said Bye-laws, if necessary. An Garda Síochána may arrest without warrant any person committing an offence under the Bye-laws. • The said Beach Warden and or An Garda Síochána may exercise the power under Article 7 of the Bye-laws to exclude or remove from any part of the beach any persons committing any breach of the Bye-laws. • The Beach Warden shall immediately complete a detailed report in respect of all serious incidents or offences and forward same to the Water Safety Development Officer, County Hall, Riverside, Sligo or other designated employee appointed by Sligo County Council. The Beach Warden will be required to carry out duties relating to the control of traffic and parking along and in the vicinity of the promenade ensuring that the emergency access to the beach is kept clear at all times. The Beach Warden shall patrol the beach area at least three times per day to check for litter, glass, etc. and remove same. In the case of remnants of a barbecue, fire, etc., the Beach Warden must remove if safe or, if not, contact the Area Engineer. The Beach Warden may also be appointed as Litter Warden and shall take the appropriate action in respect of any incidents of littering. The Beach Warden shall perform any other duties as may be assigned to them from time to time by the Water Safety Development Officer, Area Engineer, Environmental Services Section or other designated employee appointed by Sligo County Council. Equipment, signs and lifebuoys shall be checked on a daily basis and defective or missing equipment, signs or lifebuoys shall be reported immediately to the Water Safety Development Officer, Environmental Services, County Hall, Riverside, Sligo; Area Engineer, or other designated employee appointed by Sligo County Council. In the event of an emergency, the Beach Warden shall immediately alert the Emergency Services. The Beach Warden shall keep an accurate record of offences as required for the purposes of Court Proceedings and shall attend court and give evidence as required. At the end of each day, the Beach Warden’s Report sheet shall be completed and kept in the Beach Warden’s station which will be collected on a daily or weekly basis. 3. REPORTING ARRANGEMENTS The holder of the post will report directly to the Water Safety Development Officer or any person nominated by the Director of Services. 4. LOCATION The successful candidate will be based at Strandhill Beach. 5. SUPERANNUATION Under the Single Public Sector Pension Scheme, contributions shall be made in respect of Superannuation, which shall be deducted at a rate of 3% of pensionable remuneration plus 3½% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependent or qualified children). 6. REMUNERATION Rates of pay: Weekday: €13.59 per hr Weekend: €15.49 per hr The remuneration shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the post shall pay to the Local Authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive remuneration) payable to or received by them by virtue of their post or in respect of services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. Beach Wardens are required to work Sunday as part of their employment contract and, in accordance with Section 14 (1) of the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997, the fact of having to work on that day has been taken into account in the determination of the above pay rates. 7. METHOD OF SELECTION Selection shall be by means of a competition based on an interview conducted by or on behalf of Sligo County Council. All candidates must attend the interview in order to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which Beach Wardens may be appointed for the 2026 Bathing Season. The life of the panel shall be for the 2026 Bathing Season only. 8. GARDA VETTING AND REFERENCES The successful candidate will be subject to the Garda Vetting Procedures in line with the provisions of the National Vetting Bureau (Children and Vulnerable Persons) Act 2012 to 2016 as appropriate in advance of appointment. Please note that the Garda vetting process may commence in advance of candidates being called for interview. Following receipt of a completed Beach Warden application form by Sligo County Council, a NVB1 (Garda Vetting Invitation) form will issue which must be completed and returned in person to Sligo County Council along with two original forms of identification (one photographic form and one proof of address). The appointment of any successful candidate will be subject to receipt of references which are satisfactory to the employer. An applicant who has previously been employed by any local authority in the position of Beach Warden will be required to provide a reference from that local authority as part of the recruitment process. 9. UNIFORM The Beach Warden will be supplied with and will be required to wear a uniform when on duty. Failure to do so will result in disciplinary action by the County Council. It is important that members of the public are aware that uniformed Beach Wardens are on duty by visibility and are seen to be patrolling. When employment ceases, uniforms must be returned to the Environmental Services Office, County Hall, Riverside, Sligo by Monday 7th September 2026. Failure to do so will result in the cost of same being deducted from the last payroll payment. 10. WORKING HOURS The hours of work are as follows: 12.30 p.m. to 6.30 p.m. 11. CODE OF PRACTICE • The Beach Warden shall under no circumstances enter the water. • Punctuality must be observed. Beach Wardens should report to their station at least ten minutes before the shift is due to start so as to be fully attired and ready for duty. • If for some reason an emergency arises rendering a Beach Warden unable to report for duty, they must immediately notify the Water Safety Development Officer in order that relief cover may be arranged. • Any Beach Warden who becomes sick or who suffers any disability which would impair their efficiency must report the matter immediately to the Water Safety Development Officer. • No intoxicating liquor or unauthorised drugs shall be taken into the Beach Warden’s hut. The use of illegal substances by a Beach Warden or being under the influence of intoxicating liquor shall result in suspension from duty pending investigation. • The Beach Warden will be furnished with a mobile telephone for the duration of their appointment. Any personal calls and texts made outside of working hours must be paid for by the Warden upon receipt of the telephone bill. The operation of any mobile phones or electronic devices for personal use while on duty is prohibited. The mobile phone must be returned to the Council at the end of the employment and all personal calls and texts must be paid up to date. 12. ANNUAL LEAVE Payment for annual leave and arrangements for public holidays will be governed by the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997. Leave is calculated at 8% of the hours worked in a leave year, subject to a maximum of 4 working weeks. Permission and prior authorisation are essential before annual leave is taken. The granting of annual leave at any particular time is always subject to the requirements of the Council and all annual leave is liable to suspension during periods of exceptional pressure. 13. SICK LEAVE As per the Sligo County Council current Sick Leave Scheme and Attendance Management Policy, as amended by the Public Service Management (Sick Leave) Regulations, 2014 and any subsequent Regulations made from time to time. 14. TRAINING Successful candidates will be required to undertake any course of training which is determined relevant by Sligo County Council. 15. DATA PROTECTION Sligo County Council is compliant with Data Protection Legislation including the provisions of the Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR. To access Sligo County Council’s Data Protection Policy and Privacy Statements, please see the following link: Data Protection (GDPR) (sligococo.ie)
Grounds Operative
Imagine stepping away from the desk and having 400 acres of beautiful forest as your office? The Grounds Services team is responsible for managing and maintaining the forest landscape at each of our villages, including wildlife and biodiversity surveys. Our expert teams are extremely passionate about the natural environment at Center Parcs, which our guests love to see. GROUNDS OPERATIVE | €14.35 per hour You will maintain the village’s grounds in accordance with the department’s Forest Management Plan, Standards of Performance and Health and Safety documents, in direct liaison with Senior Forest Rangers and the Grounds Services Manager. Responsibilities will include ensuring that the grounds are clean and tidy; assisting the Forestry Team with the management of mature woodland areas; assisting the interior plants person in the Subtropical Swimming Paradise; mowing and strimming established grassed areas; maintaining ornamental landscaping and assisting Estate Rangers in the maintenance of Village waterways. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, hardworking, with the ability to work alone and as part of a team. You should be naturally cheerful and have the ability to communicate with people. Previous experience working in horticulture would be desirable. Please note that you must also be prepared to work outdoors during periods of adverse weather conditions and attend for additional duties during these times. Please note that to apply for a role with us, you must be able to reliably commute to Center Parcs Longford Forest, as it is not easily accessible by public transport. If you plan to use public transport, please follow this link for a realistic overview of your commute: Plan Your Journey HOURS OF WORK You will be contracted to work 150 hours per 4-week period on a flexible basis. This means that your days and hours of work could vary each week, but you will always receive at least your contracted hours each period. As our village is open 365 days of the year, your working hours will include weekends, public / bank holidays and during Christmas and / or New Year on a rota basis with a premium rate of pay for hours worked on a Sunday. ABOUT YOU Essential requirements: If this sounds like your ideal job, then we’d love to see your application.
