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Sort by: relevance | dateGeneral Operative 4 on 4 off shift - Kildare
O'Brien Fine Foods is an Irish family business based in Timahoe, Co. Kildare. O ur Production Operatives play a vital role in producing the highquality food and best loved brand (Brady Family Ham) enjoyed by families across Ireland. This is a handson role in our modern production environment, where teamwork, pride in your work and doing the right thig really matter. We're offering a predictable 4dayson / 4daysoff shift pattern, giving you genuine worklife balance, regular time off and consistent hours - with no night shifts. You'll be fully trained, supported by experienced Team Leaders, and part of a closeknit team that looks out for one another. We have a structured development plan for our operations colleagues to support them to enhance their skills and their earning potential. Whether you're experienced in food production or looking to build a longterm career in manufacturing, this is a great opportunity to join a growing, stable business that invests in its people. In return for your commitment and attention to quality and safety, you'll benefit from a competitive rate structure, shift premiums, paid breaks, overtime opportunities, and the reassurance of steady, yearround work. If you enjoy practical work, take pride in producing quality products in a chilled food production environment, and want a role that offers structure, stability and opportunity to progress - we'd love to hear from you. You will also have access to our Employee Assistance Programme, Life assurance cover, colleague product shop, complementary monthly lunch, additional annual leave with service, recognition and service awards, Christmas Hamper and much more. Key Responsibilities - Carry out assigned production tasks in line with SOPs - Standard Operating Procedures. - Operate slicing and packaging equipment safely and efficiently. - Follow instructions from Team Leaders and Supervisors while taking ownership of tasks. - Identify and report safety, quality or performance issues promptly. - Work collaboratively as part of a production team. - Communicate effectively with colleagues and Team Leaders. - Support a positive team culture focused on safety and quality. - Operate machinery within a controlled High Care environment. - Manage equipment changeovers and data collection. - Maintain strict compliance with food safety and H&S standards in a fast-paced FMCG setting. Education & Qualifications - No formal qualifications required. - Full training is provided. Knowledge & Exp - Previous experience in FMCG or manufacturing is advantageous but not essential. - Awareness of food safety and hygiene standards is beneficial. Core Skills - Conversational English (required for Health & Safety). - Strong teamwork and communication skills. - High motivation and willingness to learn. - Attention to detail and quality focus. - Flexible and adaptable to business needs. Working Conditions: Chilled food production environment operating a four days on / four days off shift pattern. Shifts operate from 6:00am to 6:30pm Benefits: Physical requirements The work in some areas can be physically demanding & it will be necessary to stand for extended periods of time, lift heavy objects on a regular basis & do repetitive tasks. Job rotation, manual handling techniques and observing rest periods are of vast importance. Hours of Work: Each team will work four days on and four days off per week. Shift starts at 6:00am and ending at 6:30pm daily.
Utilities Engineer
Utilities Engineer We are seeking a proactive and technically skilled Utilities Engineer to support and enhance the performance of site-wide utility systems within a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This role is critical to ensuring the reliability, compliance, and efficiency of key infrastructure, including water systems, HVAC, compressed air, steam, and other essential services. You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary engineering team, applying effective troubleshooting techniques and driving the development and continuous improvement of planned maintenance strategies. The role demands strong cross-functional collaboration, as you will engage with production, quality, validation, and external stakeholders to ensure that all utility systems operate in full compliance with regulatory standards and company procedures. A strong focus on asset reliability, cost optimisation, and continuous improvement is essential, along with the ability to influence teams and promote best practices across the site. Main Activities/Tasks
Trainee Management Accountant
Trainee Management Accountant Job Overview The FR&R team are recruiting for an ambitious, motivated and enthusiastic individual as a Trainee Management Accountant to support our department and our key operational stakeholders. This role is interactive, requires drive and determination to continually improve current processes. Norbrook will provide financial and study leave support to the successful candidate to obtain CIMA qualification. Main Activities/Tasks: Contact: recruitment@norbrook.co.uk Norbrook Laboratories Limited employs a workforce with members of all sections of the community and is committed to appointing people purely on the basis of merit. In accordance with our equal opportunities policy, we would particularly like to welcome applicants from the Protestant Community.
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Head Of Economic Growth
This is a pivotal leadership role at the heart of the Council’s ambitions for prosperity and sustainable growth. As Head of Economic Growth, you will shape and drive the strategic direction of our Economic Development and Regeneration services—turning corporate priorities into real outcomes for our residents, businesses, and communities. You will lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver high‑quality, customer‑focused services, champion innovation, and ensure continuous improvement across your portfolio. Acting as a key advisor to senior leadership, you will identify opportunities, anticipate challenges, and influence long‑term strategic planning. This role is ideal for a dynamic, forward‑thinking leader who can build strong partnerships, manage complex programmes, and inspire others to achieve excellence. If you are motivated by impact, collaboration, and driving meaningful economic and place‑based change, this is your opportunity to play a central role in shaping the Borough’s future. Please note
Bin Collection Operative
We are looking for Bin Collection Operatives to join our waste and recycling collection services. We are seeking customer focused individuals to collect waste and recycling on our Domestic and Commercial routes. Bin Collector Operative Responsibilities:
Occupational Health Administrator
About us Our purpose at Vhi is to help our customers and patients live longer, stronger and healthier lives. A big part of delivering this purpose is to create a workplace culture where all colleagues feel connected, informed and motivated to do their best work. At Vhi, we have a set of shared values that drive the kind of behaviour we want and that will support colleagues to grow, develop and play a key part in our success.Leading the way in private healthcare, we now offer an extensive range of career options across several specialities within the healthcare space, including in: urgent care, planned care, primary care, health screening, hospital @ home, women’s health, pharmacy, digital health, out of hours emergency dental care, and nurseline 24/7. The efficient running of these services is made possible by our teams of highly skilled healthcare professionals. What will you do (a full job spec is available on request) Sustainability At Vhi, we believe that the health of people and the health of the planet are interconnected. That’s why we’re on a journey towards an integrated model of healthcare that puts people and the planet at its heart. Accessibility If you are a candidate with a disability and encounter difficulty accessing any part of this website or wish to discuss any matter relating to the accessibility of our building or services, please contact your Reasonable Accommodations Our commitment is to make any reasonable accommodation for you in the recruitment process to give you the best opportunity to perform to your optimum in the application, test, and interview process. Ready to start your journey? Apply now!
Vehicle Body Repairs Apprentice
Main Purpose of Job: At Connolly Motor Group we are one of Irelands No.1 Aftersales Dealers for Audi, Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, SEAT, Cupra, Hyundai, Volvo and MG with sites in Ballina, Sligo, Galway and Letterkenny. Due to expansion and as part of our Apprenticeship Programme we are currently interested in recruiting 1st year Service Apprentices within Motor Mechanics to join our growing team in Volkswagen and Audi Sligo. The role: The apprenticeship offered will be for a 4-year period and will involve both on the job and off the job training. On successful completion of your apprenticeship, you will receive a nationally and internationally recognised FETAC Level 6 Craft Certificate. The person: Skills and Competencies: • Minimum SOLAS entry requirements is essential • Leaving Certificate with a pass in Ordinary level Maths is essential • Ability to work in a team • Ability to work on own initiative • Display a keen interest in Motor Vehicles • Interested in working in a fast-paced environment • Attention to detail is fundamental to ensure quality is consistently delivered • Continuous improvement mindset • Full Clean Drivers license We understand the importance of investing in our apprentices, we provide a fully equipped toolbox to the value of €3,000, training and development, uniforms, working with world class brands, employee assistance programme, career progression post apprenticeship, further education and other benefits. If you are driven, customer focused, with a continuous improvement mindset we would be interested to hear from you.
Service Advisor
Shaw Commercials is recruiting a Service Advisor to join our busy LCV Centre in Castlebar. If you enjoy working with customers, have strong organisational skills, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. To support this growth, we’re offering a €1,500 joining bonus – a great way to get started with us.
Trainee Optical Assistant
Are you a caring individual looking to start your career as an Optical Assistant? You’ve come to the right place. We aren’t looking for people with years of experience and heaps of qualifications, just passionate, hard-workers ready to confidently welcome and help customers as they walk through our doors. And once you’ve found your feet as a Trainee Optical Assistant, you don’t just have to stop there. We have plenty of professional training and development in other business areas, as well as the support of experienced Opticians and Technicians supporting you on your journey. So whatever you want your career to look like, you can bring it to life at Specsavers. Our store Based in Ennis, our store has great career progression opportunities! What’s on offer? As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include: Find out more If you are comfortable with the responsibilities we’re looking for and are excited by this opportunity, we’re excited to hear from you. Got what we’re looking for? This job will close when it's filled, so don't delay, apply today!
