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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
Cleaning Operative
Mount Charles Group are one of the largest and privately owned soft Facilities Management, catering and ancillary service/product providers in Ireland. If you are a customer focused individual and want to join a fun and family orientated business which believes people are our greatest asset, then we have a role for you! Our family values speak for themselves: Do the right thing, Have fun & grow together, Take pride in what you do! We are currently recruiting for a Cleaning Operative to join our team based at our Millbrook Court, Bangor. This is a great opportunity to join a world leading facilities management company. Working Pattern: Due to the number of applicants Mount Charles receives, we only respond to short-listed applicants. If you have not been contacted within six weeks of the closing date, you have not been selected for interview. Please note, the successful applicant's offer is subject to the Access NI (Enhanced) check prior to commencement of role. The Access NI Code of Practice is available upon request. Mount Charles Group has a policy on recruiting ex-offenders, a copy of which can be provided upon request. Having a criminal record will not necessarily prevent you from working for the Mount Charles Group. GREAT PEOPLE - GREAT SERVICE - GREAT FUTURE
Associate Dentist
We have an exciting opportunity for an Associate Dentist to be part of our family run group of Practices and to join our team in Newtownards on a part-time basis working Mondays and Wednesdays. There is an established list available which includes a number of private patients. Denplan is offered at this practice. We pride ourselves on offering an excellent quality of care and service to our patients. Our practices are equipped with Digital X-Rays, Software of Excellence Practice Management Software and Rotary Endodontics. Benefits
Commercial Finance Manager
Job Overview Reporting to the Head of Commercial finance this role sits within the commercial side of the Financial Planning and Analysis team. It will be focused upon supporting Norbrook’s Sales & Marketing teams around the world to grow and develop their regional businesses through deep business partnering with senior regional leaders. The Commercial Finance Manager will support continuous improvement of our routine reporting, decision-making and growth planning as well as ensuring business targets are understood, planned towards and achieved. Main Activities/Tasks Duration: Permanent Location: Newry 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. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of a Visa at this time. 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.
Dispenser/trainee Dispenser
We have an excellent opportunity for a qualified Part Time Dispenser/Trainee Dispenser to work in our Clandeboye Road branch in Bangor. Working 16 hours per week on a permanent basis, between 9.00am and 6.00pm Monday to Friday, and 9.00am to 5.30pm Saturday, according to the rota. The successful candidate will be working 24 hours per week on a temporary basis for approximately 6 months to cover a period of absence. Additional hours may be required from time to time and applicants must be fully flexible to work according to the rota. Working as part of a team duties can include; sales of over the counter medicines, providing customers with information on symptoms and products, prescription receipt and collection, date checking, and the ordering, receiving and storing of pharmaceutical stock. Applicants must have excellent communication skills and have the ability to work accurately with attention to detail. Essential Criteria
Trainee Ruminant Nutritionist
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 highly motivated individual to join our team as a Trainee Ruminant Nutritionist. The Role: Reporting to the Technical Support Manager the Trainee Ruminant Nutritionist will be responsible for providing technical advice and support to customers on ruminant nutrition, diet formulation and feeding practice to maximise milk production and live weight gain. Candidate Requirements:
Packaging Operative
Job Overview The successful candidates will be based within the Operational areas of our Newry Facilities and will assist in the packaging of a wide variety of pharmaceutical products whilst ensuring that all operations are performed in line with GMP standards and Health and Safety guidelines. Our Manufacturing teams work to tight schedules, packing sterile and non-sterile products to meet Customer orders. They also work with our Quality teams to ensure that we produce high quality products at all times. Many of our manufacturing suites have been upgraded recently as part of our overall capital investment programme. Main Activities/Tasks 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.
Grounds Person
Salary Scale 3 SCP 7–9 £26,403 – £27,254 per annum (pro rata). Irregular hours or shift allowance may be earned. Hours 25 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm). The post holder may be required to work additional hours, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays. Job Purpose The post holder will work as a member of the outdoor spaces maintenance team under the general direction of a Head Grounds Person or Team Leader. They will be responsible for undertaking both basic and skilled work in parks, playing fields, landscaped areas, and open spaces, either individually or as part of a team. The post holder will be required to work flexibly regarding time, location, and type of work assigned within the Borough in the field of amenity horticulture. This includes the care and maintenance of buildings, sports equipment, sports facilities, general amenity areas, parks, and play areas. They must work diligently, efficiently, and effectively to achieve assigned personal and team tasks to the required quality and within set timescales. The post holder will also be required to develop personal competence in the use of plant and equipment and provide customer care services at parks and sports grounds. Main Duties and Responsibilities Carry out horticultural operations, including planting trees, shrubs, and plants. Carry out grass cutting, hedge cutting, and pruning. Carry out labour associated with soil cultivation, fertiliser spreading, site preparation, and construction labouring. Carry out sports facility maintenance as required, including preparation and construction labouring. Maintain games facilities and areas, including spiking, aeration, scarifying, top-dressing, fertilising, marking of games areas, and erection/dismantling of posts. Load, unload, and move equipment and materials such as mowers, barrows, plants, soil, fertilisers, and other horticultural items. Assist higher-graded gardeners with their work. Open and close park facilities as required, including setting alarms. Maintain the orderly condition of grounds (e.g., sweeping, hoeing, raking, mowing, edging, and removal of litter, rubbish, or illegal dumping). Maintain buildings, including cleaning (sweeping, mopping, dusting) and moving equipment and materials (tables, chairs, machinery). Make decisions on whether to close sports facilities due to adverse weather conditions or vandalism. Use powered hand tools and light plant equipment, including routine maintenance, pre- and post-operational checks, defect reporting, cleaning, and record keeping. Maintain all tools and equipment in satisfactory condition, including cleaning garden tools and basic maintenance of lawnmowers. Carry out administrative duties associated with grounds maintenance work. Supervise the use of parks, sports fields, and facilities, ensuring orderly conduct by the public in line with Council Byelaws, maintaining safety, providing guidance, and handling complaints. Provide training to allocated staff within the competency of the post holder. Drive allocated vehicles as required, including ride-on mowers, tractors, pick-ups, and small vans, ensuring proper care, maintenance, checks, and record keeping. Take responsibility for the care and maintenance of vehicles, plant equipment, and tools, including inspections, defect reporting, and cleaning. Carry out the application of chemical pest control methods under instruction. Assist in the distribution and collection of information through questionnaires and surveys. Undertake duties in other Environmental Services areas (e.g., waste management and cemeteries). Undertake any other relevant duties as required, appropriate to the nature and grade of the post. Experience • At least 12 months’ experience in two or more of the following areas: – Operating a variety of commercial grass-cutting machinery. – Amenity horticulture skills. – Sports ground maintenance. Key Skills, Knowledge, and Attributes • Ability to work as part of a team. • Good communication skills. • Excellent customer care skills. • Ability to work on own initiative with minimal supervision. • Ability to work to deadlines. • Commitment to quality work. • Commitment to safe working practices. Driving • Hold a full current driving licence (valid in the UK), including Category B. Working Arrangements / Flexibility 25 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm). The post holder may be required to work additional hours, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
Manufacturing Operative
Why you’ll love working here : • Good attendance bonus - £1500 per annum payable quarterly (subject to conditions) • 32 days annual leave + wedding & paid bereavement leave • Healthcare cash plan & free life assurance • Company pension scheme • Cycle-to-work & tech purchase schemes • Subsidised canteen & on-site parking • Employee recognition, perks & wellbeing initiatives Continental Shift Pattern – Work Smarter We operate a continental shift pattern designed to give you more control over your time outside work. With 12-hour shifts and fewer working days , you’ll enjoy: • More days off to spend with family, pursue hobbies, or relax • Predictable scheduling for easier planning • Weekend flexibility in some weeks • Fewer commuting days The Role: As part of our manufacturing team, you’ll: • Make high-quality veterinary products in a controlled, GMP-compliant environment • Operate equipment safely and efficiently • Keep production flowing and complete documentation like a pro • Be flexible across tasks and shifts while learning and growing What We’re Looking For: • Ability to follow detailed instructions and procedures accurately • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety • Basic level of English and maths (assessed internally) • Ability to communicate clearly within a team and with other departments • Comfortable completing written or electronic records as part of daily work • Reliable, organised, and able to manage own tasks once trained • Willingness to work shift patterns Desirable • Experience working in a regulated, quality-focused, or safety-critical environment • Exposure to pharmaceutical, food, medical, or cleanroom operations • Awareness of GMP principles Location : Newry, Co. Down Type: Full-time, Permanent 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.
