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Please note that although this job advert is for a permanent post, offers for fixed term contracts may also be made from this file. BAND: 8 JOB PURPOSE: The Head of HB Support Services leads and oversees a number of strands relating to a range of Housing Benefit support functions including HB Policy, Systems, Owner-Occupiers, Recovery, Audit & Projects. The postholder will undertake a key role within the Housing Benefit senior management team, reporting to the Assistant Director. REQUIREMENTS: 1. i) Possess a degree level qualification or equivalent (Level 6*) qualification and 3 years’ relevant experience; or ii) Can demonstrate equivalent continuing professional development/experiential learning and at least 5 years’ experience working within Housing Benefit, Grants, Supporting People, social housing, or other Social Security related benefit function.(Please include dates) APPLICATION PROCESS Application should be made using the on-line application form. Instructionson how to complete the on-line form appears once the form has been accessed. Make sure you follow these instructions. Candidates unable to use the on-line form can request a manual application form, by emailing recruit@nihe.gov.uk quoting the particular Job Title and Reference Number. Please note that if the candidate uses this method, it is their responsibility to ensure we receive their application by the allocated closing date and time. Guidance on the completion and return of applications is included in the Candidate Guidelines on the job related documents. The Northern Ireland Housing Executive have a policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders, a copy can be made available on request. LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED EVEN IF DELAYED DUE TO TECHNICAL REASONS. PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU ARE LOCKED OUT OF YOUR GETGOT ACCOUNT IT WILL TAKE A MINIMUM OF 10 MINUTES TO RESET YOUR PASSWORD. IF AN APPLICATION IS LATE BECAUSE OF THIS IT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. It is the responsibility of each candidate to ensure that all such information is provided. Candidates who fail to provide sufficient information on which a panel might determine their eligibility for the post will not be shortlisted. The Housing Executive is an equal opportunities employer. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Protestant community who are currently under represented in parts of our workforce.
Office Manager
Key Responsibilities To be responsible for the effective delivery of all administrative activities within the Depot including supervision of the administration/scheduling team to ensure records, reports, and systems are maintained and updated. To provide information and statistics to facilitate the management of the Depot including completion of daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly reports. To analyse and resolve operational issues developing, reviewing and changing working practices within the Depot where necessary, and documenting and implementing corporate policies and core values. To prioritise work to meet changing and conflicting demands ensuring deadlines are met, pro-actively prompting actions from meetings and addressing items arising, including effectively managing an accurate record of same. To take day-to-day responsibility for all staff related functions including new start/leaver processes, liaising with the Agency Resource team on live agency worker requests, authorising Agency Timesheets, promoting employee Health and Wellbeing, monitoring and managing attendance and timekeeping in line with the Attendance Management and Flexitime policies. To manage and co-ordinate the Induction Programme for all new starts within the Depot. To manage, maintain, and report on the Depot staffing establishment on a monthly basis to ensure it is kept up to date and accurate. To liaise with call out coordinators on call out rotas and collate call out information for payment by payroll. To provide a user support role in the use and application of technology, mobile devices, and various systems. To monitor the performance of administration/scheduling team and address any issues in a timely manner to ensure improved processes and quality of service. To provide assurance that monthly toolbox talks are completed and the associated records are maintained and safely stored. To manage and control all office expenditure through the online purchasing system and use of the government procurement card (GPC) ensuring appropriate compliance and adherence with established procedures and protocols. To co-ordinate the complaints handling process ensuring replies to informal and formal complaints are completed within target timeframes. To ensure liaison with sub-contractors regarding job progress, escalating any issues to the relevant Supervisor/Depot Manager and managing the processing of sub-contractor invoices. To monitor and record progress on all building control applications. To assist the Depot Manager in Business and Continuity Planning and any other associated planning activities by ensuring high quality effective processes and supporting documentation are in place to ensure continuity and consistency of service as required. To prepare for and support compliance audits and/or ISO accreditation. To assist in the collating, monitoring, and reporting of information to challenge KPI figures where appropriate. To manage the scheduling of and arranging administrative support for meetings including taking and issuing of minutes and other associated administrative tasks and the maintenance of business template letters. Information Management 20. To respond to queries and/or problems encountered with data collection and analysis, including conducting data reviews & assessments. 21. To update and interrogate Management System to analyse performance and provide information for the Depot manager. 22. To maintain good practice in document storage and retrieval, ensuring compliance with General Data Protection Regulations and NIHE Record Retention Policy. People and Performance Management 23. To manage, motivate and develop staff through leadership, mentoring and coaching skills, to achieve business objectives, providing line management, and recognising best practice to deliver an excellent service. 24. To undertake performance reviews and agree and review staff performance objectives, behaviours and development plans in line with organisational policy and provide guidance on personal development needs and advise on and initiate development/training opportunities. 25. To instil and promote an ethos of continuous improvement within the Team, so that current performance standards can be challenged and improved through new ways of working, without compromising service delivery or control. General 26. To ensure effective working relationships with customers and key internal and external stakeholders. 27. To undertake duties in such a way as to enhance and protect the reputation and public profile of NIHE. 28. To comply with and enforce all NIHE frameworks, policies and procedures, including but not limited to those relating to legal requirements such as equality, health and safety and information governance. 29. To direct and signpost managers and staff to the appropriate source for issues outside the remit of this post. 30. To undertake any other duties which may be assigned to meet organisational/Team need and which are reasonably regarded as within the nature of the duties, responsibilities and grade of the post as defined. Note: This summary of responsibilities and personal duties is not intended to be exhaustive. This role will develop and change in line with programmes and projects. Knowledge, Skills and Experience (i) Either possess a degree or equivalent level 6* qualification, AND can demonstrate at least 1 years’ experience working in an administrative role in a housing or building maintenance environment OR (ii) A BTEC Higher Cert/Diploma or equivalent Level 5* qualification AND 2 years’ experience working in an administrative role in a housing or building maintenance environment OR (iii) Can demonstrate 3 years’ experience working in an administrative role in a housing or building maintenance environment AND can demonstrate continued professional development including the attainment of relevant learning/qualifications Refer to Qualifications Framework for equivalencies Knowledge, Skills and Experience (continued) Can demonstrate ALL of the following: a) Experience providing an administrative service in a busy office environment. b) Experience in managing, analysing and monitoring business information from a number of systems. c) Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office, mobile technologies, and computerised systems. d) Experience of the key processes for compliance, performance and risk management. e) Experience of communicating effectively with key internal and external stakeholders through a number of methods. Knowledge, Skills and Experience (continued) Can demonstrate: • Excellent planning and organisational skills • Ability to work accurately under pressure of multiple deadlines • Strong interpersonal and influencing skills • Strong customer orientation • Excellent attention to detail Candidates may also be assessed against the relevant section of the Housing Executive’s Behavioural Framework. Desirable Criteria • Knowledge and experience of working within a maintenance environment • Experience of managing a team within an administrative environment Flexibility We have introduced a Flexible Working Arrangements policy to improve working lives for our people while ensuring customer service is maintained. This is about more than just where people work, it also enables flexibility regarding when and how our people work and deliver services. We recognise that roles across the Housing Executive are different, and every individual is different, therefore we know that a ‘one size fits all’ approach is not appropriate. We provide our managers and our people with key principles and guidance so that we can optimise flexibility while also continuing to deliver a high standard of customer service. Opportunities depend on the role, and we are happy to discuss this with the successful candidate. Total Financial Package The salary scale for this post (Band 5) is currently £31,586 – £35,235 per annum. Successful candidates normally commence on the first point of the pay scale, however, depending on the successful candidate’s current financial package, skills and experience, we may be able to facilitate a higher starting salary. In addition to basic pay we also have an excellent pension scheme, with an employer contribution of 19%. As an employee you will pay a pension contribution rate between 5.5% and 10.5%. This is a contributory scheme with the contribution rate linked to salary. For further information visit the NILGOSC website. We also offer access to the NILGOSC Prudential Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVC) scheme which has a number of additional benefits. Increments Increments are normally payable from 1 April in each year, subject to satisfactory service. Location* The substantive base locations for the Office Manager role will be Cloughfern Depot, Newtownabbey or Coleraine Office. One of the Cloughfern posts will be initially based in the Shankill Office covering the West Belfast contract. The role includes regular travel throughout NI. Hours* The contractual hours are 37 hours per week and are normally Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 5.00 pm. A flexible Working Hours Scheme is in operation with core hours of 10am-12pm and 2pm-4pm and we also seek to enable our people to work flexibly in respect to when they work*. In line with our commitment to flexibility we are happy to discuss this with the successful candidate with options being dependent on the nature of your role. Annual Leave You will be entitled to a minimum of 23 days annual leave per year. The leave year runs from January to December, and you will also be entitled to 12 public holidays. Probation Your employment will be subject to a satisfactory completion of a probation period of 6 months during which time your progress will be monitored, and feedback will be provided. You will be obliged to follow all the procedures and rules laid down by the Housing Executive. Period of Notice You may terminate your employment by giving one month’s notice in writing, terminating on the last day of a calendar month. If your employment is being terminated, the period of notice to be given will be as recommended for Local Government Officers in line with terms and conditions. Other Benefits There are many benefits of working for the Housing Executive including: • Learning and development opportunities • Flexible working and family friendly policies • Volunteering and fundraising policy • Cycle to Work Scheme • Onsite Occupational Health services which includes flu jabs and complementary Fitech health and wellbeing assessments • Inspire Workplaces – providing free, confidential counselling and support to employees 24/7 • Corporate gym membership, fitness classes and access to our in-house gyms available at Housing Centre, Belfast and Marlborough House, Craigavon.
IT Applications Support And Operations Analyst
Please note that although this job advert is for a permanent post, offers for fixed term contracts may also be made from this file. BAND: 5 JOB PURPOSE: Reporting to the IT Applications Support Manager, the IT Application Support and Operations Analyst will be responsible for assisting the technical and application support of a broad portfolio of Line of Business (LOB) and corporate applications and associated ICT Operations procedures and processes. REQUIREMENTS: 1. Candidates should possess either: A) HNC / NVQ Level 4 qualification in an IT related discipline or equivalent level qualification (Level 4*). It will be the responsibility of the applicant to demonstrate equivalency. *Refer to Qualifications Framework for equivalencies. OR B) Can demonstrate at least 2 years relevant experience (through workplace or education) in a Digital, Customer Support or IT environment within the last 5 years. (Please include dates) APPLICATION PROCESS Application should be made using the on-line application form. Instructionson how to complete the on-line form appears once the form has been accessed. Make sure you follow these instructions. Candidates unable to use the on-line form can request a manual application form, by emailing recruit@nihe.gov.uk quoting the particular Job Title and Reference Number. Please note that if the candidate uses this method, it is their responsibility to ensure we receive their application by the allocated closing date and time. Guidance on the completion and return of applications is included in the Candidate Guidelines on the job related documents. The Northern Ireland Housing Executive have a policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders, a copy can be made available on request. LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED EVEN IF DELAYED DUE TO TECHNICAL REASONS. PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU ARE LOCKED OUT OF YOUR GETGOT ACCOUNT IT WILL TAKE A MINIMUM OF 10 MINUTES TO RESET YOUR PASSWORD. IF AN APPLICATION IS LATE BECAUSE OF THIS IT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. It is the responsibility of each candidate to ensure that all such information is provided. Candidates who fail to provide sufficient information on which a panel might determine their eligibility for the post will not be shortlisted. The Housing Executive is an equal opportunities employer. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Protestant community who are currently under represented in parts of our workforce.
Plasterer
Please note that although this job advert is for a permanent post, offers for fixed term contracts may also be made from this file. BAND: 4 JOB PURPOSE: To contribute, to the provision of a modern, professional and responsive service to support NIHE business delivery by providing a plastering service in Housing Executive properties while upholding safety guidelines and complying with all applicable Codes and Regulations in line with our vision and values as outlined below. REQUIREMENTS: 1. Have successfully completed an apprenticeship in Plastering (either time served or skills based) APPLICATION PROCESS Application should be made using the on-line application form. Instructionson how to complete the on-line form appears once the form has been accessed. Make sure you follow these instructions. Candidates unable to use the on-line form can request a manual application form, by emailing recruit@nihe.gov.uk quoting the particular Job Title and Reference Number. Please note that if the candidate uses this method, it is their responsibility to ensure we receive their application by the allocated closing date and time. Guidance on the completion and return of applications is included in the Candidate Guidelines on the job related documents. The Northern Ireland Housing Executive have a policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders, a copy can be made available on request. LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED EVEN IF DELAYED DUE TO TECHNICAL REASONS. PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU ARE LOCKED OUT OF YOUR GETGOT ACCOUNT IT WILL TAKE A MINIMUM OF 10 MINUTES TO RESET YOUR PASSWORD. IF AN APPLICATION IS LATE BECAUSE OF THIS IT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. It is the responsibility of each candidate to ensure that all such information is provided. Candidates who fail to provide sufficient information on which a panel might determine their eligibility for the post will not be shortlisted. The Housing Executive is an equal opportunities employer. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Protestant community who are currently under represented in parts of our workforce.
Property Services Officer
Property Services Officer 37 Hours Salary Scale: £31,708 - £41,391pa Job Reference: PSO2/4950/0825 Choice is seeking to recruit a Property Services officer to co-ordinate, manage and report on the provision of property and maintenance services. Our employees have access to a range of benefits:- If you have any disability which prevents you from completing the online application form, please contact me to discuss what further assistance you require. Please see attached job description and person specification for full details. Completed application forms should be returned by 5pm, Wednesday 10th September 2025. If shortlisted you will be sent an email inviting you for interview, please check the email address you have provided on the application and also your junk mail folder “Choice Housing Ireland Limited is an Equal Opportunities Employer”
Dispensary Assistants, [ Positions
ROLE To work as a team and support the Pharmacist/Retail Manager in ensuring the store is run efficiently on a day-to-day basis. Patient / Customer satisfaction must be at the forefront of your concern, every patient / customer is to be treated as an individual and provided with high quality service in terms of courtesy, kindness, interest and efficiency. Essential Criteria GCSE (or equivalent qualification) Maths and English – Grades A-C Applicants should be able to demonstrate numeracy and accuracy skills required for a retail environment Eligible to work in the UK ( Proof Requested). Desirable Criteria Previous experience in a retail pharmacy environment. An interest in pursuing a career in community pharmacy or equivalent. Retail experience. Hours Permanent 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, as per rota Previous unsuccessful applicants within the last 2 months need not apply. Flexibility is required
Operations Manager
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! Do the right thing, Have fun & grow together, Take pride in what you do! We are currently recruiting for an Operations Manager to join our team at the Mount Charles Group working at sites across Northern Ireland. This is a great opportunity to join a world leading facilities management company. Working Pattern: 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. The Mount Charles Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. 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 GREAT PEOPLE - GREAT SERVICE - GREAT FUTURE
Sales Manager
The Company: Ryobi Aluminium Casting (UK) Ltd is an innovative, world class supplier of high quality, technically complex automotive components. Based in Carrickfergus, Ryobi Aluminium Casting (UK) Ltd is a proud member of the Ryobi Group. With the help of our Japanese parent company we can bring the latest technological advances to our European Customers. Ryobi’s vision is to maintain a sustainable business by achieving the best results for our customers, maximising the potential of every employee through mutual respect, trust and teamwork. Our mission is to be the Number 1 Die Casting Company in Europe, to build upon our current customer base and increase market share, and to satisfy customer and shareholder requirements. The role: Responsibility for the day to day and strategic management of the Sales Department. Manage the customer aspects of all current business and continuously pursue additional business in the automotive market to secure expansion of RAC (UK) Understand all processes of trading, including manufacturing, transportation, and accounting. Develop and maintain sales and marketing strategy Co-ordinate all RFQ activities Essential Criteria: Educated to degree level Good working knowledge of MS Word, Excel Mechanical Engineering Background Previous supervisory experience Previous experience in automotive industry Experience of Account Management in a technical environment Knowledge of French and/or German language Able to lead and motivate a team Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Excellent presentation and negotiation skills Analytical, problem solving and decision making skills Planning and organising skills Results focus Customer focus Understand and apply commercial and financial principles to improve performance Flexibility to travel on as needed to Ryobi Sales and customer sites Shortlisting – 11th September 2025 Interviews – Week commencing 15th September 2025 Company Benefits: Competitive salary Private Medical Generous employer pension contributions, starting at 7% Employer and rising to 14% Employer A health cash plan Discount scheme Life assurance Service-related holidays & Holiday Purchase Scheme Employee assistance programme Free car parking Learning and Development opportunities and support Service awards
Female Support Worker
The Cedar Foundation is seeking to recruit the following permanent position: Female Support Worker – (This position is open to female applicants only. The lawful recruitment of a female for this position falls within the exception allowed by Article 10 (2)(e) of the Sex Discrimination Order 1976) Ref: 25-254-FSW-MVC-WEB Job Role : Female Support Worker – Night Awake Location : Meadowvale Court, 195 Hillsborough Old Road, Lisburn, BT27 5WQ. Salary : £12.60 per Hour Hours : 30 – 35 hours per week contracts available (A mixture of AM and PM shifts) (Support workers are required to work flexibly and be available to work unsociable hours and public holidays on a rotational basis.) The Service At Meadowvale Court we provide support and care for adults over the age of 18 who have brain injury, physical, sensory or neurological disability. The extent of support and care provided is based on individual assessment of need. Personalised support services available include assistance with daily living activities, personal care, leisure and social skills and household management. The Role The role of Support Worker requires a team approach at all times with effective working relationships for the benefit of the service user. Please note - At present The Cedar Foundation does not offer Sponsorship. Essential Criteria A minimum of 6 months caring experience (paid employment or personal caring responsibilities) Effective verbal and written communication to include numeracy skills. Interest in working with people in a care environment. Awareness of the needs of people with learning and physical disabilities. Apply Online: https://cedar-foundation.getgotjobs.co.uk/home Closing Date : Friday 12st September 2025 at 10:00 am THE CEDAR FOUNDATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER #nijobs
Health And Social Care Assistant
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND SOUTHERN REGION Children’s Disability Network Teams (CDNT) provide specialised support and services for children who have a disability and complex health needs associated with their disability. The CDNT supports a child’s development, wellbeing and participation in family and community life. CDNTs include health and social care professionals from a variety of disciplines. The team works with the child and its family, sharing knowledge, information and skills to support the child’s development goals as identified as part of their Individual Family Support Plan. Team members can meet children and their families in their home, school or in the CDNT’s office. This is an exciting opportunity for a Health & Social Care Assistant to support the team, children and their families, presenting with complex needs arising from a disability. The role will include supporting the clinicians to implement programmes in special schools in the area. Applications are invited for the following post HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE ASSISTANT Ref: 45/2025 Permanent Full-time (39 hours per week) Location: Children Disability Network Team 1 – North Kerry Based in Listowel, Co. Kerry (Outreach to Families in Castleisland area) The Role The purpose of the Health & Social Care Assistant role is to carry out delegated aspects of client care and provide assistance to Occupational Therapists or Physiotherapists or Speech & Language Therapists or other Health & Social Care Professionals in the Children’s Disability Network Team. The Health & Social Care Assistant works at all times under the direction of the supervising Health & Social Care Professional in the CDNT to support the provision of services to children and families. The Health & Social Care Assistant is a member of the inter-disciplinary team and takes part in team meetings, training and development. Children’s Disability Network team include clinicians from a variety of disciplines. The Health & Social Care Assistant may work under the direction of one Health & Social Care Professional (such as Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist) or with different professions, depending on service and team needs, and based on their knowledge, competence and skills. Candidates must have at the latest date of application: Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc. Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition have the following: Possess a relevant* health skills QQI Level 5 qualification (formerly FETAC) having achieved the associated Level 5 minor awards in Physiotherapy Assistant Theory and Physiotherapy Assistant Practice or Occupational Therapy Assistant Theory and Occupational Therapy Assistant Practice or Speech and Language Assistant Theory and Speech and Language Assistant Practice at Level 5 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) Or Possess a relevant Healthcare qualification at not less than QQI Level 5 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) and give an undertaking to successfully complete an approved programme leading to QQI Level 5 minor awards in Physiotherapy Assistant Theory and Physiotherapy Assistant Practice or Occupational Therapy Assistant Theory and Occupational Therapy Assistant Practice or Speech and Language Assistant Theory and Speech and Language Assistant Practice within 1 year of taking up duty. Or Be currently employed as a Physiotherapy Assistant, Healthcare Assistant, Care Assistant, Attendant, Multi-Task Attendant or in a comparable role for at least 1 year and give an undertaking to acquire an appropriate healthcare qualification at not less than QQI Level 5 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) major award, having achieved the associated Level 5 minor awards in Physiotherapy Assistant Theory and Physiotherapy Assistant Practice or Occupational Therapy Assistant Theory and Occupational Therapy Assistant Practice or Speech and Language Assistant Theory and Speech and Language Assistant Practice within 1 year of taking up post. Or Have completed the relevant QQI Level 5 minor awards in Physiotherapy Assistant Theory and Physiotherapy Assistant Practice or Occupational Therapy Assistant Theory and Occupational Therapy Assistant Practice or Speech and Language Assistant Theory and Speech and Language Assistant Practice and give a commitment to successfully complete a QQI level 5 major award within 1 year of taking up post Or An equivalent qualification from another jurisdiction Note: With regard to Criterion (i), the listing below is considered relevant health skills QQI (formerly FETAC) Level 5* qualifications · QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support · QQI Level 5 Nursing Studies · QQI Level 5 Community Care · QQI Level 5 Health Service Skills · QQI Level 5 Community Health Services *(A full QQI/FETAC 5 Major award requires a minimum of 120 credits/8 Modules - Please note a Component Certificate will not suffice.) With regard to Criterion (ii), a relevant Healthcare qualification at not less than QQI Level 5 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) is considered to be a qualification with applied patient care modules / placements typically but not limited to qualifications in: Social Care Work, Nursing, Therapy Professions etc. (b) Candidates must have the personal competence and capacity to properly discharge the duties of the role (c) Experience working directly with child/ young persons to develop life skills to support overall wellbeing. (d) Experience working as part of a team. (e) Proficient in Excel and MS word. (f) The ideal candidate will have at least one year’s proven experience of working with children with disability. (g) A full clean driving licence which qualifies you to drive on Irish roads with means of transport is essential for this role. Health A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Salary Scale : €35,788 - €44,984 (HSE Consolidated scales 1/8/25) Reporting to: Children’s Disability Network Manager Informal enquiries to: Hannah Carmody, Children’s Disability Network Manager, Tel: +353 86 7742549 The closing date for receipt of all applications is: Sunday 14thSeptember 2025 A panel may be formed from this competition from which future vacancies may be filled Applications should be made online using the ‘Apply’ Link Below The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland - Southern Region is an equal opportunities employer