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Who We Are The Defence Forces (Óglaigh na hÉireann) are the combined armed forces of Ireland, dedicated to defending the State, supporting national security and contributing to international peace and security. Comprising of the Army, Air Corps and Naval Service, we are committed to professional standards, integrity and service to the people of Ireland. Our personnel train to the highest standards, operate with discipline and initiative and work collaboratively across units and roles to meet evolving defence challenges. We value respect, loyalty, selflessness, physical courage, morale courage and integrity that combines duty with service to the public. What is an Army Recruit? An Army Recruit is a person who enlists for General Service in the Defence Forces and on completion of the initial training program is promoted to Private 2*. There are multiple career options available in all Corps on completion of recruit training. The Defence Forces is looking for people who are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the military. You will be fully trained but applicants should have: Base Location across: Dublin, Cavan, Donegal, Kildare, Leitrim, Longford, Louth, Mayo, Meath, Monaghan, Roscommon, Sligo, Westmeath and Wicklow. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
C.S.S.D. Operative
Remuneration The salary scale for the post is: 01/08/2025 €41,117 – €42,190 – €43,335 – €44,433 – €45,608 – €46,817 – €48,064 New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. Reporting Relationship The appointee will report directly to the Clinical Nurse Manager 2 / Sterile Services Manager, CSSD, under the overall governance of the Director of Nursing via the Assistant Director of Nursing. Purpose of the Post • The appointee will work as part of a team who decontaminate and sterilise instrument sets and flexible scopes for all areas in LUH. • To undertake decontamination duties and assist in providing specialised decontamination of medical devices including but not limited to surgical instruments and flexible endoscopes, contributing to the clinical care of the patient. • To carry out the collection and delivery, receipt, disassembly, cleaning, inspection, reassembly, packing and disinfection and/or sterilization of reusable medical devices and supporting duties. Record all tasks using the tracking and tracing systems within the department. • Work in accordance with the Department’s Standard Operating Procedures and Quality Management Systems. • The role involves exposure to blood and body fluids. Principal Duties and Responsibilities • The post holder will support the principle that care of the patient comes first at all times and will approach their work with the flexibility and enthusiasm necessary to make this principle a reality for every patient to the greatest possible degree. • Maintain throughout the Group’s awareness of the primacy of the patient in relation to all hospital activities. • Performance management systems are part of the role and you will be required to participate in the Group’s performance management programme. • Hospital Sterile Services Department (H.S.S.D.) Operatives should conduct themselves in a manner that conveys respect of the individual and ensures safe patient care. The personal characteristics that indicate these principles should include: o Confidentiality o Courtesy o Accountability o Communication o Dignity and privacy The C.S.S.D. Operative will: • Work in accordance with Departmental Policy, Standard Operating Procedures and manufacturer’s instructions. • Have a working knowledge and comply with the Recommended Practices for Endoscope Reprocessing Units, Health Service Executive (2012) and Standards and Recommended Practices for Central Decontamination Units, Health Service Executive (2011). • Reprocess reusable medical devices, disassemble, clean either manually or with the use of mechanical aids, disinfect, check, assemble, disinfect and/or sterilize, dispatch and track, using all solutions and machines according to manufacturer’s instructions. • Operate decontamination equipment and carry out routine tests in accordance with the Planned Preventative Maintenance Schedules, Quality Standards and Guidance. • Provide a collection and delivery service to CSSD customers. • Inform the Supervisors of any raw material shortages and ensure stock is rotated. • Under limited supervision meet the demands of the Department’s workload whilst consistently achieving high quality standards which will be measured by in-process checks and non-conformance reports. • Undertake initial investigation into non-conformances reports as instructed. • Ensure safe handling of transportation trolleys and reusable medical devices. • Handle sterile packages in line with local SOPs. • Stock and replenish all stores as required. • Participate in Decontamination Audits. Communication • Answer the telephone as required and relay messages to appropriate members of staff. • Communicate all relevant information within the team to ensure the continual and efficient running of the service. Training • Attend all mandatory training and participate in professional training and suggest methods in which errors or quality problems can be reduced. Attend departmental training sessions and keep up-to-date with changes in practices, developments and new procedures. • Undertake training as necessary in line with the development of the post and as agreed with the line manager as part of the personal development process. • Achieve and demonstrate agreed standards of personal and professional development within agreed timescales. • Take responsibility for identifying what learning you need to do your job better and jointly plan with your line manager what training you require. Other • In the event of a major incident employees will be expected to report for duty on notification. General Information • Attend for duty as assigned by the Sterile Services Manager in full and proper uniform at the appropriate time. • Ensure appropriate protective clothing is worn correctly as necessary when carrying out duties. • Report on and off duty to the line manager or Supervisor and adhere to the agreed break times. • Have knowledge of and observe safe methods of work. Adhere to hospital and organisational policies, including health and safety regulations at all times when carrying out duties. • Report any incident or potential incident which may compromise the health and safety of patients, staff or visitors. • Report any broken equipment to the Supervisor or Manager. • Ensure all equipment is stored safely and appropriately. • Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role. • Maintain a high standard of hygiene in CSSD in line with HIQA and hospital guidelines. • Give immediate attention to all spillages in order to reduce the risk of accidents. • Be responsible for the segregation and safe disposal of all waste to the designated area. • Adhere to infection control policies. • Attend meetings as required by the Supervisor or Manager. • Service needs require that staff may be rostered for unsocial hours/shift work/night duty. • Carry out other duties which may be assigned from time to time. • Support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. KPI’s • The identification and development of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) which are congruent with the Hospital’s service plan targets. • The development of Action Plans to address KPI targets. • Driving and promoting a Performance Management culture. • In conjunction with line manager assist in the development of a Performance Management system for your profession. • The management and delivery of KPIs as a routine and core business objective. PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING GENERAL CONDITIONS: • Employees must attend fire lectures periodically and must observe fire orders. • All accidents within the Department must be reported immediately. • Infection Control Policies must be adhered to. • In line with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Acts 2005 and 2010 all staff must comply with all safety regulations and audits. • In line with the Public Health (Tobacco) (Amendment) Act 2004, smoking within the Hospital Buildings is not permitted. • Hospital uniform code must be adhered to. • Provide information that meets the need of Senior Management. • Support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. Risk Management, Infection Control, Hygiene Services and Health & Safety • The management of Risk, Infection Control, Hygiene Services and Health & Safety is the responsibility of everyone and will be achieved within a progressive, honest and open environment. • The post holder must be familiar with the necessary education, training and support to enable them to meet this responsibility. • The post holder has a duty to familiarise themselves with the relevant Organisational Policies, Procedures & Standards and attend training as appropriate. • The post holder is responsible for ensuring compliance with Risk Management, Hygiene Services and Health & Safety requirements and reporting arrangements. Eligibility Criteria Candidates must on the latest date of application meet the required qualifications, experience, health, character, post specific requirements, additional eligibility requirements, skills, competencies and knowledge as outlined. Tenure The current vacancy available is permanent and whole time. The post is pensionable. A panel may be created from which permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration may be filled. Working Week The standard weekly working hours of attendance for your grade are 39 hours per week. Contracted hours that are less than the standard weekly working hours will be paid pro rata. Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the post will be confirmed at job offer stage. Superannuation This is a pensionable position with the HSE. The successful candidate will upon appointment become a member of the appropriate pension scheme.
Early Careers Lead
About the role As the Early Careers Lead, you will be the driving force behind Kerry Dairy Ireland’s early careers agenda. You will lead the attraction, selection, onboarding, and development of graduates, interns, apprentices, and summer students. Acting as the key point of contact for all early careers talent, you will ensure a best-in-class candidate and employee experience, build strong relationships with universities, and deliver engaging programmes that support our talent pipeline and business growth. This is a hands-on, visible role that requires strong stakeholder management, programme design, and event delivery skills, as well as a passion for developing early career talent. This role reports into the Head of Learning, Leadership and Talent. Ideally, this person will be based in the Republic of Ireland but we are also open to UK based candidates. At Kerry Dairy Ireland we offer a flexible working policy. What will I be doing? Talent Attraction & Sourcing
Healthcare Assistant
Communicare is looking for empathetic, patient and dependable home carers who have a genuine passion for helping people and a commitment to providing high-quality care. We have established ourselves as a key national provider of complex paediatric homecare services while also providing exceptional and individualised homecare to older people and those with disabilities. At Communicare we provide an excellent employee experience and we offer our employees the following: Please note, you must be eligible to work in Ireland at the time of applying in order to be considered for this role. Visa Sponsorhip is not possible for this position. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Social Care Assistant
Communicare is looking for an empathetic, patient and dependable Social Care Assistant who has a genuine passion for helping people and a commitment to providing high-quality care. We provide individualised and person-centred residential disability services. The goal of our disabilities team is to maximise the independence of our clients while supporting their physical, emotional and social needs. At Communicare we provide an excellent employee experience and we offer our employees the following: Please note, you must be eligible to work in Ireland at the time of applying in order to be considered for this role.
QC Sampling Technician
Job Overview Applications are invited for the position of QC Sampling Technician in the Quality Control Department. The successful candidate will be based within the warehouse areas within our Newry Facilities Main Activities/Tasks Contact: recruitment@norbrook.co.uk Norbook 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.
QC Microbiologist
Job Overview The Microbiologist will be involved in routine microbiological testing of raw material, in process and finished product samples and in assisting in the review of water systems on all Norbrook Laboratories Ltd sites in Newry. Main Activities/Tasks Benefits: Free Life Assurance Company Pension Scheme Healthcare cash plan 32 days annual leave Wedding Leave Company Sick Pay Employee well-being initiatives Employee Assistance Programme On-site free parking Canteen Facilities Employee Perks scheme Discounted Car Insurance Annual Employee raffle Employee Recognition scheme Career development opportunities 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.
Analytical Chemist
Job Overview The Analytical Chemist will work as part of the Quality team and will be required to perform chemical testing of raw materials, APIs and finished products using techniques that include, but are not limited to the following: Benefits: • Free Life Assurance • Company Pension Scheme • Healthcare cash plan • 32 days annual leave • Wedding Leave • Company Sick Pay • Employee well-being initiatives • Employee Assistance Programme • On-site free parking • Canteen Facilities • Employee Perks scheme • Discounted Car Insurance • Annual Employee raffle • Employee Recognition scheme • Career development opportunities 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
Youth Case Worker
YOUTH HOUSING CASE WORKER Could you assist young people to build the skills and confidence to maintain their own homes? MACS provides 24/7 supported housing for young people aged between 16 and 21, who are leaving care, or who may be homeless. Young people can live with us for up to 2 years before moving into the community. Youth Housing Case Workers provide individualised support planning for our young people, based on ongoing assessment, review and keeping safe were appropriate. Please see attached Job Description and Person specification for essential skills and knowledge required for the post and click APPLY to submit your CV. Posts Available: 2 x Full Time, Permanent Posts (Belfast) 1 x Full Time, Permanent (Downpatrick) Salary : £25,545 per annum (£14.03 per hour) Benefits: MACS Pension contribution of 4% of salary; up to 41 days annual leave (including bank holidays); enhanced paid leave for Sick, Maternity and Carers leave; paid training days per year; Flexible and Hybrid working options available and Health Benefits. Closing Date : Friday 13 February 2026 at 9.30am See attached Recruitment Guidance notes and Why Work For MACS with more information, or email hr@macsni.org if you have any further queries. MACS is committed to equality of opportunity and to selection on merit and all offers of employment are subject to an Access NI Disclosure Check. MACS is dedicated to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion for all, if you have a disability which means you require a reasonable adjustment to be considered at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us and we will endeavour to facilitate the request.
Administrator
Salary Scale The salary for this post ranges from €35,609 to €54,914 per annum Secure unit allowance – €2,702 Working Hours Full time, 35 hours per week Principal Duties and Responsibilities Under the overall direction of the Department Manager, the primary duties and responsibilities of the position will include:
