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Since its formation in 1978, Moore Concrete Products Ltd has developed into a world class, quality focused, precast concrete manufacturer based outside Ballymena. The company is customer focus led, ensuring the continued evolution of our extensive product range, designed to meet the requirements of civil infrastructure, agriculture and building customers across the UK and Ireland. We are currently recruiting for Quality Assistants to join our Quality & Technical team in maintaining compliance and conformity with ISO 9001, British and European Standards. The role will involve carrying out daily quality checks and tests and driving quality throughout all aspects of the business, ensuring that systems, procedures and policies are adhered to whilst striving for continuous improvement. Hours of work: 12hr shift pattern 4-day week Mon, Tues, Fri & Sat (6am – 6pm with Saturday being 6am – 5pm) and 3-day week Tues-Thurs (6am – 6pm). This will be rotated between shift teams. Shift allowance will be payable. Job responsibilities: To comply with the Health & Safety management system as laid down in OHSAS: 18001 and the Company rules at all times. Work within the company’s Integrated Management System (IMS) in maintaining the quality accreditation. Ensure implementation and compliance in terms of ISO:9001, British Standards and Eurocodes. Following a testing schedule and quality checks in factory and in the lab daily/weekly/monthly. Carrying out dimension checks on products, conduct mould checks and setup. Preparing documentation and records of all tests and checks carried out and ensure these are up to date. Monitor product quality and report, variations, and developments. Contribute to problem solving and developing and implementing appropriate solutions. Working effectively as part of the quality team and build positive working relationships with operations and office personnel whilst adhering to the quality system. Essential Criteria: Strong attention to detail and accuracy of work. Thoroughness to ensure products meet required specifications. IT skills including the use of Microsoft Word and Excel. Capability to work in a busy factory environment. Good communication, negotiation, and organisational skills. Willingness to develop expertise in carrying out necessary tests. Desirable Criteria: Experience in material & concrete testing within a laboratory environment. Knowledge of the construction/civils industry. Experience in setting out or taking measurements on site. Ability to interpret technical drawings. Company Benefits: 12hr Shifts: 4-day week Pension scheme Company sick pay Shift allowance Private healthcare scheme AXA Insurance discount On-site parking Cycle to work scheme Life Insurance policy 30 days holidays Employee Referral scheme Closing date for applications: 30th April 2024 @5pm Please visit our website www.moore-concrete.com/careers to apply for this vacancy. Moore Concrete is an Investors in People Company and Equal Opportunities Employer
Fulfillment / Shipping Operative
LetsGetChecked is a global healthcare solutions company that provides the tools to manage health from home through health testing, virtual care, genetic sequencing, and medication delivery for a wide range of health and wellness conditions. LetsGetChecked's end-to-end model includes manufacturing, logistics, lab analysis, physician support, and prescription fulfillment. Founded in 2015 and co-headquartered in Dublin and New York, LetsGetChecked empowers people to take control of their health and live longer, happier lives. Shipping / Fulfillment Operative As Shipping / Fulfillment Operative you will participate and support in the day to day processing of shipments within LetsGetChecked. You will be responsible for both the Business to Business and Business to Customer process from product release through to Pick Pack & Ship. You will be tasked with uploading and sorting material upon release to shipping, processing shipments including but not limited to packing, staging and loading in preparation for dispatch. As part of the team you will have a thorough understanding of Fulfillment & Shipping within the Supply Chain. All actions to be carried out in accordance with customer requirements and maintained within service level KPI’s. You will be encouraged to identify and execute on areas for continuous improvement Maintenance of excellent housekeeping standards and compliance with all health and safety requirements being a prerequisite. From time to time you will be requested to support other departments where required. Principal Duties/ Responsibilities: Why LetsGetChecked? Together we have a common goal to help people live longer, happier lives. We want our employees to be healthy, travel often, and have the financial resources and support they need to live a fulfilling life, both inside and outside of work. We encourage our employees to build their careers at LetsGetChecked. We run regular career training clinics, interview assistance, and encourage employees to apply for internal opportunities. We support Learning & Development through our partner Udemy.
Baby & Toddler Swimming Teachers
No experience necessary, full training provided to the successful applicant. Turtle Tots teachers are trained to the highest standard possible with the Swimming Teachers’ Association or Swim England and hold a lifesaving and rescue qualification. In addition, all teachers have completed rigorous Turtle Tots training, and are all passionate about teaching swimming and fitness to expectant mums, babies and toddlers! Not only are they experts in their field; they’re also warm, dedicated and supportive…the list goes on.
Warehouse Operative
Job Overview Applications are invited for the position of warehouse operative within the Norbrook Carnbane warehouse. The successful candidate will assist in the day to day tasks within the warehouse. Main Activities/Tasks • Receiving, checking, and locating of packaging components. • Loading/offloading of trailers in a timely and safe manner. • Ensuring temperature monitors are applied as and when required to outgoing loads. • The use of a multitude of forklift trucks. • Ensure documentation is completed to GMP standard, demonstrating understanding of all documentation within the department. • Ensuring the area is GMP compliant at all times. • Ensure the competent handover between shifts. • Responsible for adhering to all relevant Health & safety procedures at all times and highlighting potential risks • Assisting in warehouse duties and organisation of the department. • Complete daily safety checks on Fork lift trucks, dock levellers and other warehouse equipment. • Ability and confidence to take part in bi-annual stock takes. • Work compliantly in accordance with internal monitoring and external regulatory inspectors. • Maintaining stock levels of core components in order to meet scheduling requirements. • Any other duties as deemed necessary by management Essential Criteria: Applicants must therefore demonstrate the following essential criteria on their application form in order to be considered: • 3 years’ relevant experience working within a warehouse environment or GMP pharmaceutical environment. • Hold a valid reach OR counterbalance truck license • Flexible to work shifts including weekends, if necessary. • Ability to work well within a team. Desirable Criteria: Due to the nature of the role preference will be given to applicants demonstrating the following desirable criteria: • Hold a valid Pivot Steer License. Additional Information: • Applicants should be able to provide proof that they have a right to work in the UK at the time of their application. Applicants who are unable to provide this proof will not be considered. • We regret that applications received after the closing date and time will not be accepted. 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 • Subsidised canteen facilities • WeCare programme – supporting the local community • Employee perks scheme • Employee recognition scheme • Career development opportunities
Pharmacist
🌟 Part-Time Pharmacist with Flexible Hours! 💊 Are you a pharmacist looking for a Part-Time role with Flexible Hours? McKeevers Chemists has the perfect opportunity for you to balance your career with your personal life! We are currently recruiting for: Position: Part Time Pharmacist , (Permanent) ( Flexible Hours- Shift hours open to negotiation) Location: Newry Why Join Us? 🏥 Community Connection: Become an integral part of a pharmacy deeply rooted in the local community in Newry, where your expertise makes a meaningful impact. 🤝 Work-Life Balance : Enjoy the flexibility of a variety of shift patterns with a company that is willing to work with you, allowing you to find the perfect Work-Life Balance. 📈 Professional Development: This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful and growing pharmacy group with future career opportunities. Essential Criteria: To Apply: Please forward a CV and cover letter to: mshilliday@mckeeversdirect.com or Apply Online via GetGot! Application Deadline: Friday 17th May 2024 @ 5pm McKeevers Chemists is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Technical And Quality Manager
Fane Valley Feeds is one of the largest feed companies in Northern Ireland with manufacturing facilities in Omagh and Newry. With one of the most modern animal feeds mills in Europe, Fane Valley Feeds is committed to producing the highest quality feeds for our customers. We now wish to recruit a temporary Technical & Quality Manager to join the Management Team. Reporting to the Operations Manager, the position will mainly be based at the Omagh mill with a requirement to travel to our Newry and Ballindrait sites. Technical & Quality Manager Job Ref No: FVF/TQM/04/24 (Maternity cover) The Role: In return the company offers an attractive salary and benefits package which includes Healthcare Plan for employees and their children under 18, Company Pension & Life Assurance, and a structured training and development programme. To request an application form please contact the HR Department at Fane Valley. Email: hr@fanevalley.com, Tel: (028) 9261 0480 or apply on our GET GOT platform: https://fanevalley.getgotjobs.co.uk Closing date for receipt of completed applications is 5.00pm on Friday 26th April 2024. Fane Valley Feeds is an equal opportunities employer
Bulk Lorry Driver
Fane Valley Feeds is one of the largest feed companies in Northern Ireland with manufacturing facilities in Omagh and Newry. With one of the most modern animal feeds mills in Europe, Fane Valley Feeds is committed to producing the highest quality feeds for our customers. We now have an exciting opportunity for a Bulk Lorry Driver to join our team based from our Newry mill. With a modern and efficient fleet of delivery vehicles to deliver our quality products and services for our customers. Bulk Lorry Driver Job Ref No: FVF/D/04/24 It is essential that all applicants have: All applicants are expected to have a good standard of education with the ability to complete accurate documentation, have a clean and tidy appearance and effective communication skills. Normal working pattern is Monday to Friday with flexibility to work weekends if required. Starting times vary depending on the route deliveries and will involve early morning starts. In return the company offers an excellent rate of pay, 32 days annual leave and an attractive benefits package which includes Healthcare Plan for employees and their children under 18, Company Pension & Life Assurance, Health & Well-Being Programme as well as excellent personal development and career progression opportunities. To request an application form please contact the HR Department at Fane Valley. Email: hr@fanevalley.com, Tel: (028) 9261 0480 or apply on our GET GOT platform: https://fanevalley.getgotjobs.co.uk Closing date for receipt of completed applications is 5.00pm on Thursday 25th April 2024. Fane Valley Feeds is an equal opportunities employer.
Chief Executive, Ards And, Borough Council
The Chief Executive is the Council’s Head of the Paid Service, Chief Financial Officer and principal adviser on policy issues. The Chief Executive has responsibility for developing and implementing both the Community Plan and the Council’s strategic plan and objectives and ensuring the efficient, effective and equitable discharge of responsibilities of the Council as detailed in legislation. Further information on the position is available in the Applicant Pack. You can find the draft Corporate Plan (2024-28) by following the link: Draft Corporate Plan 2024-28 - Ards and North Down Borough Council
Swimming Teacher
KEY PURPOSE OF THE JOB: The swimming teacher will be based at Lagan Valley Leisureplex and will be responsible for designing, delivering and developing an innovative swimming programme to promote development through a range of swimming lessons and specialist classes. The promotion of physical well-being and improved health through swimming activities. In particular, the post holder will be responsible for the organization, development, delivery and implementation of a comprehensive and structured schools’ swimming programme and Council swimming lessons programme. The post holder may assume additional duties reasonably allocated by the sports programme co-ordinator and shall be required to carry out Lifeguarding duties when required. KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Teaching/coaching and organization of an in innovative swimming programme and other water-based activities to the schools. Teaching/coaching and delivery of swimming and specialist activities. 2. Arranging, organising and setting up a structured programme of water activities designed to promote physical well-being and improved health through swimming activities. Delivery of an innovative swimming programme that allows for individual development as well as groups in a safe, stimulating environment. The designing, organisation and development of special events and holiday swim camps. 3. Responsible for day to day administration duties in the organisation of lessons, galas, special events, etc., including supplying written reports to the sports programme co-ordinator. Carrying out risk assessments where applicable. 4. Responsible for the organisation of all lessons, including special groups .Pursuing requests for swimming lessons and up-dating progress of each swimming class on a daily basis including lesson plan preparation. 5. Handling, erecting and dismantling relevant equipment and ensuring that specialist equipment is safely used and correctly stored. 6. Help ensure that the very highest standards of health and safety for both customers and colleagues are maintained at all times and that all relevant statutory health and safety requirements and Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council health and safety policies, procedures and work instructions are adhered to at all times. 7. Help ensure that all Child Protection and Vulnerable Adult legislation, published relevant guidelines and Council policies are complied with in the operation of the services and activities of the facility, to help ensure a safe environment for both customers and work colleagues. 8. Ensure high standards of cleanliness, maintenance and presentation of all relevant areas and equipment, reporting any defects or potentially hazardous situations to the manager on duty. 9. Follow all governing body legislation such as Royal Life Saving Society (RLSS UK) and the Amateur Swimming Association (ASA) and help ensure the safe supervision of casual swimming teachers and work experience students. 10. Ensure compliance with Council policies and procedures and operate within the highest standards of management and personal behaviour, which reflect the core values and behaviours of the organisation. 11. Promote equality of opportunity and access in service delivery and in the employment of staff through the mainstreaming of equality within the Council. 12. Ensure the provision of high standards of customer care across all the services provided by the Unit and promote and manage the service effectively and communicate in a way, which enhances and promotes the public image and overall reputation of the Council. 13. Develop and enhance working relationships with relevant partners and stakeholders to maximise corporate and community planning outcomes and to generate innovation in service delivery. Note: The post holder should be aware that the responsibilities and functional areas of the post may be subject to change as a result of organisational change. The Council therefore reserves the right to change the duties of the post by adding to or amending the range of functional responsibilities. The post holder will be required to be flexible and adaptable to meet the changing needs and requirements of the organisation. Person Specification – Swimming Teacher Essential Criteria Method of Assessment Qualifications 1.1 – A recognised full Swimming Teacher’s Certificate (Level 2) Or * A recognised Swimming Teacher’s Award (Level 1 & 2) will be considered but the successful candidate(s) must be willing to work towards & gaining a recognised Swimming Teacher’s Certificate Level 2 or equivalent, as above. Knowledge · A practical working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel etc. Interview / Assessment Centre General · The ability to pass the Council’s point-of-entry swim test. Practical Pool Test Desirable Criteria Method of Assessment Qualifications 1.2 – A relevant qualification for teaching swimming to disabled persons. 1.3 – National Aquatic Rescue Standard (NARS) or National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) Experience 1.4 – Two years’ experience of teaching swimming 1.5 – Two years’ relevant teaching experience in a local authority swimming programme Knowledge · A working knowledge of a computerised booking system. Behavioural Competencies 2.1 – Managing Our Own Work Plans, structures and prioritises own work to achieve optimum results 2.2 – Developing Our Own Capability Looks for opportunities to learn and develop in order to deliver and add value to their own role 3.2 – Influencing Outcomes Adapts style and approach to achieve effective outcome 3.3 – Meeting Customer Needs Establishes the needs of customers and strives to ensure that these are met. 4.4 – Continuously Improving Services Seeks to continually improve the services and processes that impact on users. Salary: £27,334 to £29,777 pro rata per annum (plus 19% employer pension contribution)
Survey Interviewer
Survey interviewing work is carried out across the whole country. However, it is the policy of the CSO to assign interviewers to suitable geographical locations based on their home address. Therefore, the offer of an appointment to a position will depend on both the candidate’s geographical location and their position on the panel. Successful Survey Interviewers may be asked to work on a number of different surveys which may include but not limited to the Labour Force Survey (LFS), the Survey of Income and Living Conditions (SILC), and the Household Budget Survey (HBS). The CSO are also recruiting through this campaign for interviewers to work on the new baby cohort of Growing Up in Ireland – the national longitudinal study of children in Ireland which has been following the progress of c.20,000 children and their families since 2006. More information on CSO Household Surveys can be found on the CSO website: Requirements for the position • Education requirement: intermediate certificate/junior certificate or equivalent; • Hold a current full driving licence and have the full use of a car for the hours spent working on the survey: • Fluent English both written and spoken; • Proven experience of personal interaction with the public ideally through face to face and telephone interviewing, practical social work or related work; • Good IT software skills, e.g., Microsoft Office 365 and MS Teams; • Availability to work flexible hours. This flexibility extends to working variable hours during evenings, Saturdays and some daytime work when potential respondents are at home; • The ability to guarantee confidentiality at all times in relation to your role; • Good communication/articulation skills together with good persuasion and negotiating skills; Special Features The Interviewer position is a lone worker position. This means that the Interviewer works from their home and organises and completes their own work under the supervision of the Survey Coordinator in line with role requirements. Interviewers must be available to work flexible hours. Survey Interviewers are expected to work on average 25.15 hours per week. Depending on the survey involved, this flexibility will extend to working variable hours during evenings, Saturdays and some daytime work when potential respondents are available. Survey Interviewer Duties and Responsibilities: Preparation for interviewing/collection process This involves attending appropriate training sessions as directed by field management/CSO headquarters. Training may be conducted on-site or virtually. This training process involves studying any necessary documentation, learning how to use IT systems and processes as well as testing new questions/processes. A tablet computer and smartphone will be used to manage interviewer workload. Attendance at training is mandatory. Survey Interviewing/Collection Survey work requires interviewers to carry out data collection by means of electronic data capture, using a tablet or other data capturing device. Interviewers will be required to transfer data to CSO headquarters in the manner prescribed for each particular survey. Interviewers will be expected to meet minimum data collection targets and deadlines as outlined by field management. Interviewers are expected to meet high data quality standards in a timely manner. Liaison with Field Management/CSO Headquarters Interviewers are expected to be in regular contact with field management through telephone, email, virtual meetings (e.g., MS Teams) or in-person contact. Administration Interviewers will be expected to complete and submit relevant administrative documentation by specific deadlines using both electronic and paper methods. Data Protection Interviewers will ensure high levels of data governance and information security particularly regarding access to confidential data. Other duties Any other duties, which may be assigned from time to time, as appropriate to the position of Survey Interviewer. Being a Household Survey Interviewer in the CSO What surveys will I work on? You could be working on a range of different surveys and may be simultaneously working on up to 3 surveys at a time – so time management and multi-tasking skills are a must. Some of the main surveys conducted by CSO Household Survey Interviewers are the Labour Force Survey (LFS), the Survey of Income and Living Conditions (SILC), and the Household Budget Survey (HBS). The CSO are also recruiting through this campaign for interviewers to work on the new baby cohort of Growing Up in Ireland – the national longitudinal study of children in Ireland which has been following the progress of c.20,000 children and their families since 2006 From time-to-time the CSO conducts other surveys, as requested, and you may be asked to work on these as well. Information on CSO household surveys is available on the CSO website What will my working hours be? You will be contracted to work 25.15 hours per week. You will have flexibility in working these hours, but there is a requirement for evening and Saturday work – you are not required to work any Sundays. We have found that the best times to interview households tend to be between 4pm and 8pm, though this may vary depending on the area you are in. Households are willing to give up their free time to participate in our surveys and it is important that you are as flexible as possible to find a time that suits them to participate. Where will I be working? Your work assignments will be based on your home location and will branch out from there. You may need to travel further from home at times and the distance of the travel will depend on whether your location is urban or rural in nature. Flexibility in relation to travel is required at times to meet the demands of individual surveys. Your area of work may change from time to time. What will I be paid? Starting rate of pay effective 1st October 2023 is €333.98 per week. In addition to this, there is also the potential to earn an additional completion payment of up to 13% of gross pay depending on response rates achieved. Civil service mileage rates apply for any work-related travel in addition to other allowances which may be payable. What training will I receive? All household survey interviewers will receive comprehensive training on the role before starting work. This usually involves initial on-site training in the Cork Office over 5 days, with a further on-site and online training sessions depending on which surveys you will be working on. Quarterly, regional in-person training sessions are also organised, as well as ad-hoc training sessions from time to time. On-going training and support will be provided by your appointed Coordinator, who will be your first line of contact with the CSO and will manage your work on a day-to-day basis. What is expected of me? Minimum expected response rates will apply to each of the surveys on which you work, and you will be expected to achieve these rates. Household survey interviewers are the CSO representatives at doorsteps across the country and must at all times carry out their work in a professional and respectful manner. You will be expected to maintain regular contact and communication with your Coordinator. Key Competencies for Survey Interviewer Customer Service & Communication Skills • Actively listens to others and tries to understand their perspectives/requirements/needs. • Understands the steps or processes that customers must go through and can clearly explain these. • Is respectful, courteous and professional, remaining composed, even in challenging circumstances. • Can be firm when necessary and communicate with confidence and authority. • Communicates clearly and fluently when speaking and in writing. Delivery of Results • Takes responsibility for work and sees it through to the appropriate next level. • Completes work in a timely manner. • Adapts quickly to new ways of doing things. • Checks all work thoroughly to ensure it is completed to a high standard and learns from mistakes. • Demonstrates initiative and flexibility in ensuring work is delivered. • Is self-reliant and uses judgment on when to ask manager or colleagues for guidance. Information Management/Processing • Approaches and delivers all work in a thorough and organised manner. • Follows procedures and protocols, understanding their value and the rationale behind them. • Keeps high quality records that are easy for others to understand. • Is comfortable working with different types of information, e.g., written, numerical, charts, and carries out calculations such as arithmetic, percentages etc. Drive & Commitment to Public Service Values • Consistently strives to perform at a high level and deliver a quality service. • Serves the government and people of Ireland. • Is thorough and conscientious, even if work is routine. • Is enthusiastic and resilient in the face of challenging circumstances and setbacks. • Is personally honest and trustworthy. • At all times acts with integrity. • Understands own role in the team, making every effort to play their part. Eligibility to Compete and Certain Restrictions on Eligibility Citizenship Requirements Eligible candidates must be: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or (b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or (c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (d) A non-EEA citizen who has a stamp 4 visa1 ; or (e) 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 (f) 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.] Please note that a 50 TEU visa, which is a replacement for Stamp 4EUFAM after Brexit, is acceptable as a Stamp 4 equivalent. To qualify candidates must meet one of the citizenship criteria above by the date of any job offer. Selection Process The Selection Process may include the following: • Shortlisting of candidates based on the information contained in their Application Form • A competitive interview • Any other tests or exercises that may be deemed appropriate. Applicants who are successful in this competition will be placed on a panel, in an order of merit. The offer of an appointment to a position will depend on both the candidate’s geographical location and their position on the panel. Permanent Panel: On completion of the selection process a panel of permanent Survey Interviewers will be formed in order of merit from which candidates may be called. The permanent panel will be maintained for no longer than 3 years. The offer of an appointment to a position will depend on both the candidate’s geographical location and their position on the panel. Temporary Panel A panel of temporary Survey Interviewers will be established. The panel will be maintained for no longer than 3years. The offer of an appointment to a position will depend on both the candidate’s geographical location and their position on the panel. Should similar vacancies, including temporary positions, arise elsewhere in the CSO candidates may be drawn from this competition. Shortlisting If the number applying for the position is such that it would not be practical to interview everyone, the CSO may decide that only a certain number will be called to interview. In this respect a short-listing board will examine the application forms and assess them against pre-determined criteria based on the requirements of the position. The board will select a group for interview who, based on an examination of the application forms, appear to be the most suitable for the position. This is not to suggest that other candidates are necessarily unsuitable or incapable of undertaking the job, rather that there are some candidates, who based on their application, appear to be better qualified and/or have more relevant experience. It is therefore in your own interest to provide a detailed and accurate account of your qualifications/experience in your application. Security Clearance You will be required to complete and return a Garda eVetting form should you come under consideration for appointment. This form will be forwarded to An Garda Síochána for security checks on all Irish and Northern Irish addresses at which you resided. If you have lived/worked in a country outside the Republic of Ireland for more than 6 months during the last 5 years, it is mandatory for you to furnish a Police Clearance Certificate from those countries stating that you have no convictions recorded against you while residing there. You will need to provide a separate Police Clearance Certificate for each country you have resided in. Clearance must be dated after the date you left the country. It is your responsibility to seek security clearances in a timely fashion as this can be a lengthy process. Please note you cannot be appointed without this information being provided and being in order. The CSO is an equal opportunity employer. Assignments will be made based on qualifications and the ability to carry out the responsibilities of the grade or post. Candidates' Obligations Candidates should note that canvassing will disqualify and will result in their exclusion from the process. Candidates must not: • knowingly or recklessly provide false information • canvass any person with or without inducements • Interfere with or compromise the process in any way. It is important to remember that this is a competitive process for a role where integrity is paramount. Sharing information on the selection process e.g., through social media or any other means, may result in you being disqualified from the competition. A third party must not personate a candidate at any stage of the process. Specific Candidate Criteria Candidates must: • Have the knowledge and ability to discharge the duties of the post concerned. • Be suitable on the grounds of character. • Be suitable on the grounds of health and physical fitness. • Be suitable in all other relevant respects for appointment to the post concerned. If successful, they will not be appointed to the post unless they: a) Agree to undertake the duties attached to the post and accept the conditions under which the duties are, or may be required to be, performed. b) Are fully competent and available to undertake, and fully capable of undertaking, the duties attached to the position. Principal Conditions of Service General The appointment is subject to the Civil Service Regulations Acts 1956 to 2005, the Public Service Management (Recruitmentand Appointments) Act 2004 and any other Act for the time being in force relating to the Civil Service. The appointment is to a permanent position for Permanent Survey Interviewers or to a temporary position for Temporary Survey Interviewers in the Civil Service on a probationary contract for a period of one year from the date of appointment for permanent interviewers and on a pro-rata fixed term contract basis for Temporary Survey Interviewers. Notwithstanding this paragraph and the paragraph immediately following below, this will not preclude an extension of the probationary period in appropriate circumstances. During the period of probation, the appointee’s performance will be subject to review by the relevant supervisor(s) to determine whether the appointee: i. has performed in a satisfactory manner ii. has been satisfactory in general conduct iii. is suitable from the point of view of health with particular regard to sick leave. Prior to completion of probation a decision will be made as to whether or not the appointee will be retained pursuant to Section 5A (2) of the Civil Service Regulations Acts 1956-2005. This decision will be based on the appointee’s performance being assessed against the criteria set out in (i) to (iii) above. The detail of the probationary process will be explained to the appointee by the CSO and the appointee will be given a copy of the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform guidelines on probation. Salary The weekly salary scale with effect from 01st of October 2023 this position is as follows: PPC (Personal Pension Contribution) Scale: €333.98, €352.95, €357.80, €371.83, €385.91, €400, €414.07, €428.15, €441.84, €455.54, €469.26, €485.28, €496.55, €517.77 (NMAX), €534.46 (LSI1), €542.10 (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.
