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Activity Coordinator required for Kiltipper Woods Care Centre, Kiltipper Road, Dublin 24. Kiltipper Woods Care Centre, a purpose-built centre established in 2004, is expanding our team and seeking an Activity Coordinator. Our multidisciplinary team provides a range of specialist care services including care of the older person, the younger person with a disability, people with Dementia/Alzheimer's and step-down care, convalescence, and rehabilitation care services. Kiltipper Woods Care Centre provides outpatient rehabilitation and wellness therapies through our physiotherapy and hydrotherapy clinic. Role Overview: In this role, you'll plan and deliver engaging daily activities that reflect residents' interests and promote well-being. You'll keep programmes and information up to date, encourage participation, and support residents. Key Responsibilities: Winner Clinical Team of the Year 2019 - Irish Healthcare Awards Winner Nursing Home/Residential Care Unit of the Year 2019 - Irish Healthcare Awards Kiltipper Woods Care Centre is an equal opportunities employer
Experienced Domestic Plumber - RGI Certified (€950-1000 Weekly After Tax)
Experienced Domestic Plumber (RGI Certified) Location: Dublin City Salary: €950-1000 Weekly After Tax Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Company: CPS Plumbing & Electrical About Us CPS is a growing and reputable plumbing and heating company delivering high-quality domestic services. Due to continued expansion, we are seeking an experienced and reliable plumber to join our team. Role Overview We are looking for a skilled plumber with strong experience in domestic central heating systems and general plumbing maintenance . The successful candidate will be confident diagnosing and resolving heating and hot water issues in residential properties. Installation & repairing of toilets, taps, cylinders, pumps & water filtration systems Key Responsibilities How to Apply If you are an experienced RGI-certified plumber looking for a secure, well-paid role with a growing company, we would love to hear from you.
Advertising Operations (AdOps) Executive
Job Title: Advertising Operations (AdOps) Executive Location: The Irish Times, Tara Street, Dublin 2 (Hybrid working available) Job type: Fixed Term / Full-Time Salary: Competitive Salary Contract: Fixed Term, 2 years. About us: The Irish Times has delivered top-quality news, opinion and analysis since it was first published in 1859. As media technologies evolve, so do our methods of storytelling and delivery. The Irish Times continues its transition from print to multi-platform publishing while upholding the journalistic principles that have earned it the reputation as Ireland’s paper of reference. In recent years, the Irish Times Group expanded its interests to include the Irish Examiner, The Echo, Regional newspapers and Radio stations in addition to the Citywest print facility, the property website MyHome.ie, recruitment website RecruitIreland.com, news website BreakingNews.ie, and Irish Times Training. The Role: Join our dynamic team at The Irish Times Group as an Ad Operations Executive and play a pivotal role in shaping the digital advertising landscape. We are looking for a highly motivated digital advertising operations executive to join our team. The individual will be responsible for the effective setup, management and reporting of digital display and native advertising across multiple sites within The Irish Times Group. The qualified individual must be able to consistently deliver a high level of service in digital advertising, and meet tight deadlines. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as you will regularly liaise with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. Responsibilities Our benefits include, Health Insurance contribution, Pension Contribution, Sick Leave Cover, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Irish Times & Irish Examiner Premium Digital Subscription, Income Protection Policy, Corporate Gym Membership discounts, Free Digital GP and Life Assurance Policy.
HR Assistant
Kiltipper Woods Care Centre is a leading healthcare centre in South Dublin who are seeking to recruit a HR Assistant. The role is suitable for an individual who is seeking a career and an opportunity to work in a professional healthcare services environment. Our HR Assistant is the main point of contact for all staff of Kiltipper Woods Care Centre. The HR Assistant provides high quality HR and administration services to the staff in a supportive and confidential manner. Supporting the employee group with queries and ensuring a strong internal and external brand for the HR function. This role is responsible for supporting the HR Team and the wider management team on the operational and administrative elements of the HR Strategy. What are looking for someone who will:
Maintenance Operative
Full time Maintenance Operative required to join responsive property maintenance team. The successful Candidate will be responsible for carrying out quality repair, Installation , refurbishments works and general all-round maintenance tasks . Excellent fault diagnostic skills with a good knowledge of carpentry and general all-round maintenance will be required. Requirements: Willing to be Garda Vetted in line with our Customer requirements. Please click the APPLY NOW button to upload your CV. Don't have a current CV? Click HERE to view the JobAlert.ie CV templates.
Healthcare Assistant
Healthcare Assistant required for Kiltipper Woods Care Centre, Kiltipper Road, Dublin 24 - Must have valid work permit for Ireland. Kiltipper Woods Care Centre, a purpose-built centre established in 2004, is expanding our team and seeking Healthcare Assistants for full-time and part-time positions (22 hours per week minimum). Our multidisciplinary team provides a range of specialist care services including care of the older person, the younger person with a disability, people with Dementia/Alzheimer's and step-down care, convalescence, and rehabilitation care services. Kiltipper Woods Care Centre provides outpatient rehabilitation and wellness therapies through our physiotherapy and hydrotherapy clinic. Role Overview: Healthcare Assistants support Nursing Staff in delivering high-quality, person-centered care. You will ensure the dignity, safety, and wellbeing of residents while maintaining professional standards and adherence to care policies. Key Responsibilities: Winner Clinical Team of the Year 2019 - Irish Healthcare Awards Winner Nursing Home/Residential Care Unit of the Year 2019 - Irish Healthcare Awards Kiltipper Woods Care Centre is an equal opportunities employer
Planning Officer (Engineer Grade II)
ABOUT THE ROLE The OPR is seeking to fill a Planning Officer (Civil Service Engineer Grade II) position, and it is intended that a panel of suitable candidates will be formed for the filling of future vacancies. The Planning Officer will perform an essential role in the delivery of statutory functions of the OPR. The successful candidate will report to the Senior Planner and will be responsible for technical analysis and input into the delivery of our statutory mandate. The initial vacancy is within the Research, Training and Public Awareness (RTPA) team, however candidates may be assigned to other teams and or may work across several teams, subject to business needs. This role involves working at a national level, with local authorities, government departments, regional assemblies and key stakeholders to co-ordinate national, regional and local planning policy and best practice. The OPR is strongly committed to providing opportunities for learning and development to support staff in the role. The role of Planning Officer in the OPR entails: • Undertaking research and analysis into planning topics and contributing to the OPR’s functions; • Support the delivery of training and public awareness programmes; • Assessing and evaluating statutory development plans and area plans (urban, priority, coordinated), as outlined in the Planning and Development Act 2024; • Undertaking reviews of the systems and procedures used by planning authorities, regional assemblies or the Commission when carrying out their planning functions; • Examining and advising on planning complaints; • Continuously and pro-actively keeping up to date with the latest developments in professional planning practice in relation to planning and sustainable development; • Liaising and interacting with planning authorities, regional assemblies, central Government and other key stakeholders in the achievement of the business objectives of the OPR; • Such other duties as may be assigned from time to time. Please note that the above list of responsibilities is not exhaustive. LOCATION The post will be located at the OPR offices at Park House, Dublin 7, however the OPR operates a Blended Working Policy incorporating a mix of office-based and home-based working. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR We are seeking experienced planning professionals with a career track record in delivering a broad range of work duties, looking to add to that portfolio working within a national level planning body and who will work well under tight statutory deadlines in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will therefore be self-starting, innovative and dynamic, demonstrating very high-quality communication skills and the ability to learn and adapt to rapidly changing requirements or circumstances. Essential criteria Candidates must, on or before 3PM on 02 APRIL 2026 possess or demonstrate: • A professional qualification in planning recognised by the Irish Planning Institute or the Royal Town Planning Institute as a qualification enabling the person to seek full membership of the relevant institute; • 5 or more years’ experience in planning post the qualification above; • A strong working knowledge of the principal policy, legislative and regulatory requirements, including EU Directive requirements, relevant to the role and functions of local authorities and regional assemblies in their statutory plan-making functions; • A proven track record in delivering high performance outcomes against a background of demanding time-driven requirements; • A proven ability to build productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders; • Strong critical analysis skills and the ability to produce clear, accurate and well-structured written material for technical and non-technical audiences; • Highly developed communication skills with an ability to express articulately, concisely and persuasively; and • A clear understanding of the role of the Office of the Planning Regulator, its development needs and of the opportunities and challenges it faces in the planning environment. Desirable qualities • Experience in the processes for preparation and adoption of statutory plans; • Experience in undertaking and coordination of research; • Experience and knowledge of working with EU Directive requirements in planning; • Project management and administrative experience or qualifications; • Staff management experience; • Ability to interact using Irish language. WHAT WE OFFER The Principal Terms and Conditions of Service for this competition can be found HERE. The main points are summarised as follows: • A permanent position following the successful completion of an initial probationary contract in the Office of the Planning Regulator. • A competitive salary. Planning Officer, Engineer Grade II. Click HERE to see the Pay scales circular. The current gross rate for this position, effective from 01 February 2026 of current Circular 07/2026 is: Point 1 €75,448 • Annual Leave: 27 days (rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service) • Hours of Attendance: 41 hours and 15 minutes gross per week (35 hours net per week). No additional payment will be made for extra attendance over 41 hours and 15 minutes gross or 35 hours net per week as the rate of remuneration payable covers any exceptional extra attendance liability that may arise from time to time. Personal Pension Contribution (PPC) 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 or 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). Individuals who are new to the Civil Service are required to pay into the Personal Pension Contribution scheme. A different rate will apply where the appointee is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution. Where applicable, Long Service Increments may be payable after 3 years (LSI1) and 6 years (LSI2) satisfactory service at the maximum of the scale. Important Note Entry will be at the minimum of the pay scale, and the rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation and may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Different terms and conditions may apply if you are a currently serving civil or public servant. Subject to satisfactory performance, increments may be payable in line with current Government Policy. All offers are for immediate appointment. You will agree that any overpayment of salary, allowances, or expenses will be repaid by you in accordance with Circular 07/2018: Recovery of Salary, Allowances, and Expenses Overpayments made to Staff Members, Former Staff Members, Pensioners. In applying for this competition, you accept that, if offered a post, you will be able to commence duties within a reasonable timeframe. Start dates are determined by business needs, and appointees will be expected to take up duty within this period once an offer is made. Requests for deferral will only be considered in exceptional circumstances and remain entirely at the discretion of the Department. As an Employer of Choice, the Civil Service is committed to supporting a flexible and family friendly working environment. We offer a range of elective policies, for example Work-sharing, Shorter Working Year, Remote Working (operated on a blended basis) etc. All elective policies can be applied for in accordance with the relevant statutory provisions and are subject to the business needs of the organisation. In addition, the Civil Service operates a Mobility Scheme for all general service grades. This initiative provides staff with valuable career development opportunities, enabling them to gain experience in diverse roles across various Civil Service organisations and geographical locations. THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW Eligibility To be eligible, you will need to meet certain requirements by the date of the position offer: You 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 or a Stamp 5 permission. Please note that a 50 TEU visa, which is a replacement for Stamp 4EUFAM after Brexit, is acceptable as a Stamp 4 equivalent. Fulfil Health and Character and Reference Check requirements It is important that you list any previous civil or public service employment, if you have availed of a voluntary redundancy or retirement scheme and or are in receipt of an ill-health retirement pension. Failure to do so could lead to disciplinary action. IRISH PROFICIENCY As part of our ongoing commitment to support the Irish language, our leadership on the Gaeilge365 programme and to comply with the Official Languages (Amendment) Act 2021, we are gathering information on candidates’ capacity to speak Irish. Under this legislation, public bodies are required to ensure that 20% of new recruits can perform their duties through Irish by 2030. While this position is not an Irish language speaking role, we are asking all applicants to indicate their current level of Irish language ability. This information will be used for workforce planning purposes only and will not form part of the selection process for this competition.
Legal Researcher
Background Information on the post The Law Reform Commission is a statutory body established by the Law Reform Commission Act 1975. The Commission has five members: the President, the Full-time Commissioner, and three part-time Commissioners. Its role is to keep the law under independent, objective, and expert review, to make recommendations for law reform and to make current law accessible for all. Role of Legal Researcher Law Reform Research Under the supervision of the Director of Research and Deputy Directors of Research, the Legal Researcher will carry out research and assist in preparing Consultation Papers and or a Report or Reports for publication. The Legal Researcher will be credited as a researcher on the project when a Consultation Paper or Report is published. Current projects include: • Compensating Victims of Crime • Reform of Non-Court Adjudicative Bodies and Appeals to Courts • Third-Party Litigation Funding Future projects include: • Liability of Unincorporated Associations • Recognition of Foreign Divorces The work of the Commission and its Legal Researchers involves extensive consultation with relevant people and bodies, including members of the public, Members of the Oireachtas, Government Departments, the legal profession and other relevant professions, industry, State bodies and NGOs. Comparative research on the laws of other jurisdictions is an essential part of the research process. The Commission maintains extensive library resources for this purpose, including online resources such as VizLegal, LexisNexis and Westlaw. Researchers may be required to attend meetings of the Commission to discuss their work, including draft papers, and to receive direction. Researchers may also contribute to the work of Access to Legislation, see below. This work may be assigned for periods of up to 6 months on a revolving basis among the researchers. In addition, one researcher may be assigned to this work fulltime. Access to Legislation The Researcher will, under the supervision of the Access to Legislation Manager and Deputy Managers, contribute to the Commission’s important work on Access to Legislation which produces the Legislation Directory, Revised Acts and the Classified List of In-Force Legislation. In relation to the Legislation Directory, this will involve detailed reading of legislation and noting of effects and other elements such as commencement information. The work on Revised Acts will entail the analysis of amendments and other legislative effects and their incorporation using an XML authoring system. Work on the Classified List will involve the use of an IT system to update and maintain the List. Principal Duties Under the supervision of the Access to Legislation Manager and the Director of Research, successful candidates will: • provide efficient, accurate and high-quality legal research service to the Commission, • prepare draft papers, Consultation Papers and Reports covering law reform, • maintain and update the Legislation Directory, Revised Acts, and Classified List, • attend and participate at conferences and meetings, • prepare for and facilitate seminars and meetings on behalf of the Commission, and • undertake such other duties as may from time to time be assigned by the Commission. Applicants should note that the above is a general guide to the role in these areas and is not an exhaustive description of the duties which are associated with the role or tasks which may be assigned to the role of Legal Researcher in the Law Reform Commission. Applicants should also note that additional duties may be assigned from time to time. Qualifications and Experience Essential Requirements Candidates must, on or before 28th February 2026 a) hold at least a 2:1 honours law degree (at least a Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications) or a recognised relevant professional legal qualification; and b) have demonstrable experience in conducting in-depth legal research and analysis gained either through relevant undergraduate or post-graduate studies or through conducting legal research and analysis in a practical professional context. In addition, candidates must possess and be able to demonstrate: • An extensive and broad-ranging knowledge of Irish law and the Irish legal system, • An extensive knowledge of EU Law and, ideally, knowledge of the ECHR system, • Strong research and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail, • Strong information technology skills and demonstrated experience of using a wide range of relevant information sources and online legal research tools and databases, • The ability to write and present research, information and analysis in a concise, accessible, and plain-English style, • The ability to exercise integrity and professional judgement, and deliver high quality work in a fast-paced work environment, • The ability to plan, prioritise and monitor tasks in a systematic and organised way in order to deliver work against tight deadlines, • Enthusiasm, high motivation and capacity to work independently and as part of a team, and • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Key Competencies for effective performance as a Legal Researcher The attention of candidates is drawn to the key competencies that are applicable to this post: • Leadership Potential • Analysis and Decision Making • Delivery of Results • Interpersonal and Communication Skills • Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self-Development • Drive and Commitment to Public Service Values Citizenship Requirements Eligibility to compete and certain restrictions on eligibility Eligible candidates must be: (d) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or (d) 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 (d) A non-EEA citizen who has a stamp 4 permission or a Stamp 5 permission. To qualify, candidates must meet one of the citizenship criteria above by the date of any job offer. Collective Agreement: Redundancy Payments to Public Servants The Department of Public Expenditure and Reform letter dated 28th June 2012 to Personnel Officers introduced, with effect from 1st June 2012, a Collective Agreement which had been reached between the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform and the Public Services Committee of the ICTU in relation to ex-gratia Redundancy Payments to Public Servants. It is a condition of the Collective Agreement that persons availing of the agreement will not be eligible for re-employment in the Public Service by any Public Service body (as defined by the Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Acts 2009 to 2011) for a period of 2 years from termination of the employment. People who availed of this scheme and who may be successful in this competition will have to prove their eligibility (expiry of period of non-eligibility). [1] Please note that a 50 TEU permission, which is a replacement for Stamp 4EUFAM after Brexit, is acceptable as a Stamp 4 equivalent. Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER): It is a condition of the Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) as set out in Department of Finance Circular 12/09 that retirees, under that Scheme, are not eligible to apply for another position in the same employment or the same sector. Therefore, such retirees may not apply for this position. Department of Health and Children Circular (7/2010): The Department of Health Circular 7/2010 dated 1 November 2010 introduced a Targeted Voluntary Early Retirement (VER) Scheme and Voluntary Redundancy Schemes (VRS). It is a condition of the VER scheme that persons availing of the scheme will not be eligible for re-employment in the public health sector or in the wider Public Service or in a body wholly or mainly funded from public moneys. The same prohibition on re-employment applies under the VRS, except that the prohibition is for a period of 7 years. People who availed of the VER scheme are not eligible to compete in this competition. People who availed of the VRS scheme and who may be successful in this competition will have to prove their eligibility (expiry of period of non-eligibility). Department of Environment, Community and Local Government (Circular Letter LG(P) 06/2013) The Department of Environment, Community and Local Government Circular Letter LG(P) 06/2013 introduced a Voluntary Redundancy Scheme for Local Authorities. In accordance with the terms of the Collective Agreement: Redundancy Payments to Public Servants dated 28 June 2012 as detailed above, it is a specific condition of that VER Scheme that persons will not be eligible for re-employment in any Public Service body (as defined by the Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Acts 2009 to 2011 and the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012) for a period of 2 years from their date of departure under this Scheme. These conditions also apply in the case of engagement or employment on a contract for service basis (either as a contractor or as an employee of a contractor). Declaration: Applicants will be required to declare whether they have previously availed of a Public Service scheme of incentivised early retirement. Applicants will also be required to declare any entitlements to a Public Service pension benefit (in payment or preserved) from any other Public Service employment and or where they have received a payment in lieu in respect of service in any Public Service employment. Employer of Choice As an Employer of Choice the Civil Service has many flexible and family friendly policies, for example Work-sharing, Shorter Working Year, Remote Working (operated on a blended basis) etc. All elective policies can be applied for in accordance with the relevant statutory provisions and are subject to the business needs of the organisation. Principal Conditions of Service General The appointment is to a temporary post in the Civil Service and is subject to the Civil Service Regulation Acts 1956 to 2005, the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004 and any other Act for the time being in force relating to the Civil Service. Pay The salary scale for the position (rates effective from 1st February 2026) is as follows: Engineer Grade III PPC Salary Scale from the 1st of February 2026 €39,974 €42,496 €43,170 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 or 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. Important Note Entry will be at the minimum of the scale, and the rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation and may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Different terms and conditions may apply if you are a currently serving public servant. Subject to satisfactory performance, increments may be payable in line with current Government policy. Payment will be made monthly in arrears by Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) into a bank account of your choice. Payment cannot be made until a bank account number and bank sort code has been supplied on appointment and statutory deductions from salary will be made as appropriate. You will agree that any overpayment of salary, allowances, or expenses will be repaid by you in accordance with Circular 07/2018: Recovery of Salary, Allowances, and Expenses Overpayments made to Staff Members, Former Staff Members, Pensioners. Tenure and Probation The appointment is on a temporary fixed-term contract for a period of up to 3 years from the date of appointment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a probationary period of 6 months. The appointment is subject to termination at any time by either side in accordance with the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts 1973 to 2005. In the case of serious misconduct, the employment may be terminated at any time without notice and without penalty. The appointment, which is strictly temporary, carries with it no entitlement to permanent status (by way of limited competition or otherwise). Headquarters The successful candidate will be based at the Commission offices, currently at Styne House, Hatch Street, Dublin 2 or at another place, should the Commission move its offices. When absent from home and the Commission’s offices on duty, the successful candidate will be paid appropriate travelling expenses and subsistence allowances subject to normal civil service regulations. Retirement and Superannuation The successful candidate will be offered the appropriate superannuation terms and conditions as prevailing in the Civil Service at the time of being offered an appointment. In general, an appointee who has never worked in the Public Service will be offered appointment based on membership of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (Single Scheme). Full details of the Scheme are at www.singlepensionscheme.gov.ie . Where the appointee has worked in a pensionable (non-Single Scheme terms) public service job in the 26 weeks prior to appointment or is currently on a career break or special leave with or without pay, different terms may apply. The pension entitlement of such appointees will be established in the context of their public service employment history. Key provisions attaching to membership of the Single Scheme are as follows: • Pensionable Age: The minimum age at which pension is payable is the same as the age of eligibility for the State Pension, currently 66. • Retirement Age: Scheme members must retire on reaching the age of 70. • Career average earnings are used to calculate benefits (a pension and lump sum amount accrue each year and are up rated each year by reference to CPI). • Post retirement pension increases are linked to CPI.
Technical and Scientific Chemical Policy Advisor (Principal Officer)
Why consider this role? This role is designed to assist in the preparation and execution of Ireland’s EU Presidency in the areas of Chemicals Policy and Legislation. The successful candidate will be employed by the Health and Safety Authority and will be seconded to the Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment for the duration of the contract term. The Technical and Scientific Chemical Policy Advisor will be able to bring their knowledge and skills in the area of chemicals to chemical policy and legislation. They will support the permanent representative and the Department during the Irish hosting of the EU Presidency on relevant chemical related dossiers. The Advisor will ensure the technical requirements are translated into EU legislative text. They will co-ordinate the inputs and draft scientific and technical material for the Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment. They will be responsible for stakeholder engagement including engaging with representative interest groups on complex technical areas to ensure that needs are balanced. It is expected that from the outset, the successful candidate will be able to make a substantive contribution to the work during Ireland’s EU Presidency supporting the Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment which operates within a fast moving and constantly evolving regulatory landscape. The person should be able to demonstrate an appetite and aptitude for change, including the assignment of additional or alternative responsibilities. The appointed person shall have the capacity to undertake foreign travel as required and lead other functions or programmes as the areas of responsibility may change in accordance with priority requirements. The successful candidate will have strong business acumen, credibility and influencing capabilities and will effectively represent chemical interests to all external stakeholders. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate the capacity to quickly master wide ranging briefs, assimilate complex information and assume significant levels of responsibility and accountability. The person appointed will be able to bring their knowledge and skills in the areas of chemicals to contribute to the development of the Presidency objectives. They will have a strong ability to write high quality, clear and concise policy, briefings and other documents and contribute to the development of policy in a busy, high profile environment working within tight timeframes. This role provides an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to make a real and sustainable impact on a European wide level for the duration of the EU Presidency. Our commitment to supporting our Staff: ■ The Authority is committed to embracing opportunities for blended working, to build a dynamic, agile and responsive organisation while sustaining strong standards of performance and high levels of productivity. ■ A healthy work life balance is important to us and we recognise this by offering a comprehensive range of work life balance options and a wide variety of special leave options. ■ We also provide access to the Cycle to Work Scheme and the Tax Saver Scheme. ■ We have a comprehensive staff occupational health and wellbeing programme including an Employee Assistance Programme, health screening, health and nutrition advice and wellbeing talks. ■ We are committed to providing ongoing learning and development opportunities so that you can develop to your full potential. Staff are actively encouraged to pursue further education opportunities through our Refund of Fees Scheme. Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: ■ As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to implement equal opportunities in all our employment policies and procedures. ■ The Health and Safety Authority values and welcomes diversity and is committed to creating a truly inclusive workplace. We aim to develop colleagues to enable them to make a full contribution to meeting the Authority’s objectives, and to fulfil their own potential on merit. ■ Diversity and inclusion is reflected in and embedded across our employment policies and practices and is reflected in our current workforce demographic. ■ We welcome and encourage job applications from candidates of all backgrounds. The Role: Technical and Scientific Chemical Policy Advisor (Principal Officer) The Health and Safety Authority are currently managing a broad and expanding volume and complexity of new EU chemical legislation. To maintain the role in the provision of technical and scientific support to the Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment policy and negotiation priorities, and to ensure continuity in servicing Ireland’s obligations under EU chemical legislation in particular during Ireland's EU Presidency, we are recruiting for a Technical and Scientific Chemical Policy Advisor (Advisor) to support stakeholder engagement, to assist in the preparation of scientific and technical policy material and the strategic coordination of input into EU legislative processes during Ireland's hosting of the EU Presidency. The Principal Officer will play a pivotal role in stakeholder engagement and the provision of scientific and technical advice to European Union laws, Regulations and Policy developments. The role will require the person to undertake foreign travel, primarily to Brussels. The successful candidate will be recruited at Principal Officer and will be seconded to Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment, WREM Safety Health and Chemical Policy Unit for the one year contract duration. The successful candidate will report to the Assistant Secretary, WREM and will act as a member of the DETE Senior Management Team. The Principal Officer’s key responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: ■ Providing leadership on the development and management of EU Chemical policy by inputting, coordinating, identifying and developing key scientific, technical and legislative briefings to the Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment. ■ Providing specialist technical and scientific chemical advice to support the Permanent Representative and the Department during Ireland’s EU Presidency. ■ Supporting a wide range of technical and scientific advisory work across a wide range of chemical issues and government departments. ■ Providing technical support to the Department and Minister to represent Ireland’s interests by engaging and building relationships with national, pan European and international stakeholders and institutions. ■ Responsible for stakeholder engagement including engagement in complex technical and scientific areas to ensure needs of all parties are balanced. ■ Working in partnership with others across government departments in the field of chemical scientific and technical policy to ensure consistency, cohesion and co-ordination of effort. ■ Drafting positions, proposals and information to facilitate framing of EU or International Chemical policy and legislation. ■ Available to attend or accompany Department officials and Perm Rep to provide technical and scientific support at EU meetings or to coordinate the attendance of other relevant scientific or technical experts as relevant. ■ Leading, motivating, supporting and developing staff in the relevant business units within the portfolio of responsibility, including in the development and implementation of chemical relevant activities across governmental departments, state authorities and agencies. ■ Maintaining active networks of appropriate contacts to ensure awareness of emerging issues and current or developing best practice. ■ Participating in the organisational Management Group and contributing to the implementation of strategic, organisational, financial and operational goals and objectives. ■ Ensuring reporting resources comply with the relevant processes and procedures and memorandums of understandings. ■ Ensuring public information is available. ■ Managing the safety, health and welfare, oversees compliance with the responsibilities as set out in the Safety Statement. ■ Implementing change initiatives, promoting a culture which encourages innovation and supporting staff through any change process. ■ Undertaking such other duties as may be assigned in accordance with the operational needs of the role. Essential Requirements In addition to demonstrating that you possess the required competencies, the ideal candidate must be able to demonstrate: Hours of Attendance Hours of duty will be subject to the exigencies of the post but will not be less than 41 hours 15 minutes gross or 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, excluding luncheon intervals. The successful candidate will be required to work such additional hours from time to time as may be reasonable and necessary for the proper performance of his or her duties subject to the limits set down in the working time regulations. The rate of remuneration payable covers any extra attendance liability that may arise from time to time. Annual Leave 30 days, exclusive of the usual public holidays. This allowance is subject to the usual conditions regarding the granting of annual leave in the public service and is based on a five day week. Additional conditions of service are available in Appendix 1.
Apollo Painting Conservator
The Gallery seeks to recruit an Apollo Painting Conservator within the Conservation Department on a fixed term 3 year contract. This role will support a significant multi‑year project focused on the conservation and restoration of thirteen paintings by George Barret. These paintings are part of a series commissioned by Joseph Leeson, the Earl of Milltown, for Russborough House in the late 1740s. Characterized by their tall, narrow format, these panels and overdoors (supraporta) depict Italianate landscapes and views of Roman ruins, reflecting the enduring influence of Italy on British and Irish decorative arts. Leeson, a discerning collector and patron, entrusted this significant and prestigious commission to George Barret—an endorsement of the artist’s growing reputation at an early stage in his career. After an initial assessment of these thirteen landscapes, it is evident that the paintings require various levels of conservation treatment before they can be put on display and made accessible to the public. This requires a dedicated conservator, ensuring that each artwork is carefully assessed and restored. This post is generously funded by the Apollo Foundation. Reporting to the Head of Conservation, the Apollo Painting Conservator will: Conditions of employment This job description is a guide to broad areas of responsibility and accountability and should not be regarded as a comprehensive listing. This may be subject to review in view of new structures and/or the changing needs of the Gallery. All employees are required to be compliant with NGI screening and Garda Vetting procedures. The post will be subject to a satisfactory medical check and successful completion of a successful probationary period. Applicants must be fluent in English and be eligible to work in Ireland. Citizenship Requirements Eligible candidates must be: 1. A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway; or 2. A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or 3. A citizen of Switzerland, pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or 4. A non-EEA citizen who has a Stamp 4 permission or a Stamp 5 permission. Please note: A 50 TEU permission, which serves as a replacement for Stamp 4EUFAM after Brexit, is considered equivalent to Stamp 4. To qualify candidates must be eligible by the date of any job offer. Job Details and Application Information Grade and Salary: The salary for this position will be in accordance with the Assistant Keeper II / Engineer Grade III (PPC) pay scale, as per the 1 February 2026 pay adjustments. The salary scale for this position is as follows: €39,974 €42,496 €43,170 €46,536 €49,913 €53,352 €56,956 €59,231 €61,517 €63,823 €66,115 €68,413 €70,711 €73,002 €75,313 €77,865¹ €80,414² · The starting salary will be at the first point on the scale, €39,974 per annum, or on a higher point of the scale, as appropriate to the successful candidate, if appointed from an existing public sector role (in accordance with Circular 08/2019). · Candidates should note the National Gallery of Ireland complies with Department of Public Expenditure and Reform regulations and guidelines on Public Service pay and conditions of employment. Annual Leave: The successful candidate will be entitled to 25 days of annual leave pro rata Superannuation: The successful candidate will be placed on the public sector pension scheme. Benefits: The Gallery provides staff the opportunity to participate in the tax saver and cycle to work schemes. Duration: Fixed-term Contract of 3 years. Working hours: Full time, 5 days a week – 35 hours per week (net of breaks). This position is fully onsite. Please note, flexibility is required and the successful candidate will be required to work occasional early mornings, late evenings and weekends. Any personal data that you provide when applying for this position shall be processed in accordance with our Privacy Notice . How to apply: To apply for this role, please submit your application online and upload the following documents in PDF format: · CV (should be no more than three pages) detailing your relevant achievements and experience to date. · Cover letter (should be no more than two pages) outlining why you wish to be considered and how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role. Only fully completed applications submitted before the closing date will be accepted. All enquiries relating to the role can be sent through the messaging function within the Rezoomo application system, or alternatively to the HR Team at hrhelpdesk@ngi.ie. Canvassing will disqualify. Panel: Candidates should note that at the end of the candidate assessment process a panel of successful candidates may be formed based on order of merit, from which future positions may be filled. Closing date for receipt of applications: 5 April 2026 At the National Gallery of Ireland, we value equity, diversity and inclusion. We recognise the benefits it can bring to our staff and our visitors interactions. We celebrate difference and want our people to be representative of all communities. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please do not hesitate to let us know. The National Gallery of Ireland is an equal opportunities employer
