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Location: Initially based Signal Centre, Bangor however, may be required to travel to any location throughout the Borough Reports to: Policing and Community Safety Officer (PCSP) Salary Scale: SO1 SCP 24-26 Car user status: Casual PURPOSE AND FUNCTION OF THE POST To assist the Policing and Community Safety Officer to fully and effectively deliver the EVAWG Action Plan 2026-2028, including the implementation of specific projects or programmes as required. To increase the awareness of EVAWG across the Ards and North Down area. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. To assist with the development of robust plans that could be taken forward as applications for submission to relevant funding body. 2. To proactively engage with communities to identify potential gaps in the provision of EVAWG awareness campaigns and address these through the programmes. 3. Responsible for EVAWG grants, applications, scoring, delivery and monitoring of the programmes. 4. Responsible for coordinating internal and external audits in line with Councils policies, procedures and regulatory requirements. 5. To support the successful grant applicants to deliver monitor and evaluate their programmes against the set criteria. 6. To assist in the preparation and monitoring of the EVAWG budget and KPIs to deliver on the current and any future action plans. 7. In collaboration with the Council’s communications team, plan, implement and monitor EVAWG marketing campaigns aimed at promoting awareness throughout the Borough, in compliance with relevant communications policies and procedures. 8. To plan and deliver public and stakeholder consultation and engagement activities managing governance, risk management, performance and budgeting. 9. To represent the Council at stakeholder groups and prepare reports from various meetings. 10. To collate, maintain and report up to date data on the success of the EVAWG programmes within the borough to funders and Council. 11. To provide a high level of internal and external customer service, in line with the Council’s policy and procedures. 12. Any other additional duties as directed consistent with the nature and level of the post. 13. To comply with and promote equality, health and safety in accordance with Council Policies and legal requirements. Please note: The post holder must be available to work some evenings, public holidays and weekends as required to meet relevant groups and fulfil the duties of the post. PERSON SPECIFICATION The person specification provides information on the qualifications, experience, knowledge and skills required to carry out the duties of the post. The essential criteria will be used for shortlisting and as part of the selection process. QUALIFICATIONS 2 A Levels OR an equivalent level 3 qualification in a relevant subject eg Business / Project Management or Community Development The applicant must demonstrate the relevance of the qualification they wish to be considered EXPERIENCE A minimum of two years’ relevant experience in: · Project /event management and/or a project/event support role to include experience in governance, risk management, performance and budgeting · Administering the grant application process, criteria and awarding and monitoring of grants · Promoting projects/events through marketing and communication · Applying for and securing funding to deliver projects within a community related area. · Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), SharePoint and databases KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY · Excellent communication skills · Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and work with a wide range of stakeholders e.g. community groups, clubs, voluntary organisations, etc. · Deliver against tight timelines with minimal supervision · Prioritise a range of activities and tasks · Work effectively on your own and as a member of a team, sharing learning and ideas OTHER REQUIREMENTS · Full current driving licence and use of a car, or access to a form of transport that allows you to meet the requirements of the role** · Be prepared to work outside of normal working hours at weekends, evenings and public holidays as dictated by the needs of the service · Access to a good internet and WIFI service if working from home or on a hybrid basis
Gravedigger
To carry out grave digging and maintenance duties at Council burial grounds throughout the Borough in locations identified by the line manager either individually or as part of a team, ensuring all areas are well maintained, clean and presentable. To ensure effective communication with site users, other members of the team and line management. Please note
Assistant Civil Defence Officer
THE ROLE The Assistant Civil Defence Officer, who is an employee of the local authority, is responsible in assisting the Civil Defence Officer with the day-to-day management of the Civil Defence. The principal role is to be prepared to support the Principal Response Agencies and more recently to provide support to the Community Response Forum. The development of numerous and varied certified training programmes, Health and Safety legislation, emerging technology improvements and other associated requirements has greatly impacted on the administration demands and mandatory record keeping obligations. Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to Garda Vetting prior to any appointment being confirmed. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE SHALL • have experience in supervision, leadership and management of people; • have experience in adult training and delivery of training courses; • have experience in the management of safety and safety management systems; • have good interpersonal and communication skills; • have administrative experience including the use of modern IT systems; • have experience in record keeping and management of budgets; • have good knowledge and awareness of Health and Safety Legislation and Regulations, the implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace; • possess good time management skills and be able to work under pressure and to work flexible working hours; • be capable of working on their own initiative; • have a working knowledge of PHECC guidelines. QUALIFICATIONS CHARACTER: Each candidate shall be of good character. HEALTH: Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, ETC.: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application:- a) have relevant administrative and IT experience, including proficiency in Microsoft applications, responsibility for managing budgets, and maintaining accurate records; b) have 2 years satisfactory experience in a Civil Defence role or other volunteer based emergency organisation; c) possess satisfactory knowledge of MEM (Major Emergency Management) Framework; d) have the ability to demonstrate strong organisational and leadership skills, along with relevant experience in supervising and developing staff and/or volunteers; e) have good knowledge and awareness of Health and Safety Legislation and Regulations, the implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace. On the date of application, the successful candidate must possess a current unendorsed full driving licence (Category B) as they may be required to drive a motor car in the course of their duties. DUTIES The duties of the post include, but are not limited to, the following:- • To assist the Civil Defence Officer in the general management of the Civil Defence; • To assist in the management of Voluntary Emergency Management System; • To assist the management of Fleet Management; • To assist in the preparation and submission in a timely manner and in consultation with Dublin City Council management, of the two-year Civil Defence Plan as required under Section 12 of the Civil Defence Act, 2012; • To co-ordinate the arrangements necessary for the implementation of the Civil Defence Plan; • To represent Civil Defence within local emergency planning structures and to promote good relations with key personnel with each of the local Principal Response Agencies; • To provide support to the Principal Response Agencies (Local Authority, An Garda Siochána and Health Service Executive) in emergency and non-emergency situations in accordance with the Framework for Major Emergency Management; • Represent Civil Defence on the Crisis Management Team; • To formulate, and periodically review, such Civil Defence Plans as are required to comply with its statutory responsibilities; • To continue the support of local community events; • To comply with the policies, circulars and guidelines as set out by the Civil Defence Branch of the Department of Defence; • To attend training provided by the Department of Defence and LCC; • To arrange for the recruitment, organisation and management of Civil Defence volunteers; • To arrange and ensure Civil Defence volunteers are appropriately trained including mandatory training, facilitate progression of training for volunteers, including completing an annual training needs analysis; • To carry out instructions issued by the Department of Defence in relation to the processing of the annual operational grant and any other grants that are provided; • To carry out instructions issued by the local authority/Department of Defence for the purchase, care, maintenance, issue and control of Civil Defence uniforms, vehicles and equipment; • To maintain adequate records, in the manner required and any other reporting requirements as may arise; • To promote Civil Defence as a community resource within Dublin. The particular duties and responsibilities attached to the post may vary from time to time, without changing the general character of the duties or level of responsibilities entailed. The post holder may therefore be required to perform duties appropriate to the post, other than those detailed above, and to take instructions from and report to, an appropriate Officer or such designated Officer as may be assigned from time to time by the City Council. The duties of the post are to give to the local authority and to (a) the local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive is Chief Executive, and (b) to any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority or by any of the authorities or bodies referred to in sub-paragraph (a) of this paragraph under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such officers as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate computing, technical, management, administrative, executive, supervisory, advisory and ancillary services as may be required by any local authority or body hereinbefore mentioned in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties and to exercise such powers, functions and duties as may be delegated to them by the Chief Executive from time to time including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The holder of the post will, if required, act for an officer of a higher level. SELECTION PROCESS • Posts of Assistant Civil Defence Officer will be filled from this publicly advertised competition. Selection shall be by means of a competition conducted by or on behalf of Dublin City Council. • Candidates should note that the information provided by them in their application form and assessment questions (if applicable) will form the basis on which eligibility and short listing is conducted. • Dublin City Council reserves the right to undertake eligibility and/or shortlist candidates in the manner it deems most appropriate. • A panel may be formed on the basis of interviews. A candidate whose name is on a panel and who satisfies the Council that they possess the qualifications declared for the post and that they are otherwise suitable for appointment may, within the life of the panel, subject to the appropriate Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage sanction, be appointed as an appropriate vacancy arises. • The life of the panel shall be for a period of one year from the date of its formation. • Dublin City Council shall require any person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of not more than one month and if they fail to take up appointment within such period, or such longer period as the Council in its absolute discretion may determine, the Council shall not appoint them. SHORTLISTING Dublin City Council reserves the right to shortlist candidates to proceed to the interview stage of the competition. Shortlisting of candidates will be on the basis of information supplied on the Application Form, in conjunction with the answers given in the assessment questions (if applicable). It is therefore in your own interest to provide a detailed and accurate account of your qualifications/experience in your application. The shortlisting process will provide for the assessment of each applicant’s application form against predetermined criteria that reflect the skills and depth of experience considered to be essential for a position at this level. INTERVIEW The interview will be competency based and marks will be awarded under the following competencies; • Management and Change • Delivering Results • Leading, Motivating, Managing Performance and Communicating Effectively • Personal Effectiveness • Civil Defence Knowledge and Experience SALARY: The salary scale for the position of Assistant Civil Defence Officer is; €57,895; €59,276; €60,960; €64,126; €66,017; (Maximum); €68,367 (1st LSI) (after 3 years satisfactory service on the Maximum); €70,730 (2nd LSI) (after 3 years satisfactory service on the 1st LSI). Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. In accordance with Departmental Circular letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving public service employee on or after 1st January 2011, will enter the scale for the position at the minimum point. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. Under the Public Service Stability Agreement 2013, the working hours for newly appointed/promoted staff are 35 hours per week. All applicants must refer to the Additional Candidate Information Booklet which can be found at https://careers.dublincity.ie for additional relevant information pertaining to the salary scale and the recruitment process. PARTICULARS OF POSITION (a) The post is permanent, whole time and pensionable. (b) The holder of the post will be required to serve in Civil Defence. Dublin City Council reserves the right to, at any time, assign an employee to any Department now or in the future. (c) A period of one year’s probation applies where a person is permanently appointed to Dublin City Council. HOURS OF ATTENDANCE The hours and days of attendance for duty shall be as determined from time to time by the Chief Executive. The holder of the post will be required to work outside normal hours at weekends, public holidays etc. UNIFORM As a condition of employment the holder of the post will be required, at all times when on duty, to wear such uniform and/or items of personal protective equipment as are specified from time to time by Dublin City Council. CITIZENSHIP Candidates must, by the date of application 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 is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa, 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. Dublin City Council welcomes all nationalities and ethnic backgrounds to join its diverse workforce and we hereby reserve the sole discretion to vary the above requirements from time to time subject to the business needs and staffing requirements. 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 are capable of performing 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.
Cleaning Operative
Mount Charles Group is 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 Translink, Belfast. This is a great opportunity to join a world leading facilities management company. Working Pattern: Mount Charles Group has a policy on recruiting ex-offenders, a copy of which is available upon request. Having a criminal record will not necessarily prevent you from working for the Mount Charles Group. Full PTS and medical required as well as drug and alcohol testing is required 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
Cook
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 Cook to join our team based at our Clifton House, Belfast site. This is a great opportunity to join a world leading facilities management company. Working Pattern: 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. 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
Cleaning Operative
Mount Charles Group is 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 Translink, Larne. This is a great opportunity to join a world leading facilities management company. Working Pattern: Mount Charles Group has a policy on recruiting ex-offenders, a copy of which is available upon request. Having a criminal record will not necessarily prevent you from working for the Mount Charles Group. Full PTS and medical required as well as drug and alcohol testing is required 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
Mobile 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 Mobile Cleaning Operative to join our team looking after Belfast and surronding areas. This is a great opportunity to join a world leading facilities management company. Working Pattern: 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. 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 is available upon request. Having a criminal record will not necessarily prevent you from working for the Mount Charles Group. GREAT PEOPLE - GREAT SERVICE - GREAT FUTURE
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 DLRCC, Dublin site. This is a great opportunity to join a world leading facilities management company. Working Pattern: 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. Mount Charles Group has a policy on recruiting ex-offenders, a copy of which is available upon request. Having a criminal record will not necessarily prevent you from working for the Mount Charles Group. GREAT PEOPLE - GREAT SERVICE - GREAT FUTURE
Senior Technical Writer
Senior Technical Writer – (Job Ref: 26N/SNTW) Randox Laboratories continues to develop disruptive innovations in Diagnostics and Healthcare globally. We are proud to have been named the Number 1 company in Northern Ireland for the second consecutive year in the Belfast Telegraph Top 100 Companies List for 2024. Our staff are at the heart of everything we do and achieve. We have exciting new career opportunities for a Senior Technical Writer within our Engineering team. Location : Fully onsite - Randox Science Park, 30 Randalstown Road, Antrim, BT41 4FL. Contract Offered : Full-time, Permanent. Working Hours / Shifts : 40 hours per week, either 5 days, 8.40am to 5.20pm, 4 days working 10 hour days or 4 days working 9 hour days with a 4 hour day on a Friday. What does this role involve? This role is responsible for the development of technical documentation for Engineering products. The main duties of the role include: • Generate and maintain manuals (Operator, Service, Bulletins, electronic Help, etc.) for systems developed by, and when appropriate for, the engineering department and other Randox departments where required. • Liaise with departmental colleagues to determine current and future documentation requirements in order to plan and coordinate each project. • Manage and maintain the documentation library. • Contribute to design review, FMEA and risk management meetings. • Provide input into the Engineering Change Management process to ensure that the impact of proposed changes is fully assessed and technical documentation is updated to reflect changes where necessary. • Report on status of projects, both orally and in written format, to direct and senior management when necessary. • Assist in training of company staff in use of internally developed products. Who can apply? Essential criteria: • Qualified to degree level in an engineering, science or similar technical discipline or be able to demonstrate appropriate experience. • Extensive experience with recent versions of Microsoft Word, Visio and PowerPoint, Adobe FrameMaker and Acrobat and additionally, HTML and graphics software. • Extensive experience of writing for software controlled electromechanical systems or be able to demonstrate suitable ability. • Demonstrate the ability to write in a style appropriate to the intended audience. • Experience of working with and maintaining documentation templates and style guides. • Experience of setting and maintaining document lifecycles. • Strong awareness of and have the ability to work to published standards. • Have the ability to work independently. • Strong organisational and attention to detail skills. Desirable criteria: • 5+ years experience in a similar documentation role with experience of project and staff management. How do to apply? Click Apply on the site of this advertisement. You will then submit your CV to Randox for review. This advert may be open for as long as 30 days although we may close the advert early if we receive sufficient applicants to fill the roles.
QC Analyst
QC Analyst - (Job Ref: 26N/QCBP) Randox Laboratories continues to develop disruptive innovations within the Diagnostics and Healthcare sector globally. We are proud to have been named the Number 1 company in Northern Ireland for the second consecutive year in the Belfast Telegraph Top 100 Companies 2024. Our staff are at the heart of everything we do and achieve. We have a new career opportunity for a QC Analyst within our QC Department focusing on our auto immune analyser the Evidence Investigator. What does this team do? The Biochip QC team is a diverse and multi-functional quality control department, focussing on various Randox’s technologies and associated products. This team is responsible for the quality control of all individual products manufactured for each catalogue parts, as well as the Quality Control of all final packed kits. The QC department is a very important team working in a fast-paced environment with an ever-growing demand for technologies. Location : 44 Largy Road, Crumlin, BT29 4RN. Contract Offered : Full-time, Permanent Working Hours / Shifts : 7am to 5.40pm, Monday to Thursday. The Role: • The preparation and handling of various samples, and reagents displaying an awareness of the precautions necessary. • The performance of departmental analytical procedures. • The operation, calibration and basic maintenance of Evidence family of analysers and other analytical instrumentation to generate reliable analytical data. • Visual analysis, processing and result analysis of component data through in-process assessment to final packed kit. • The accurate maintenance of quality control records. • Liaise with other relevant departments as and when required regarding product results. • Inform the Lead analyst, Team Leader or Manager/Supervisor when product is to be released or stopped in the process. • The troubleshooting of analyser problems • The troubleshooting of internal and customer queries in conjunction with the Technical Support and Research and Development Departments. • The training of other staff in the use of the Evidence family of analysers and in quality control procedures. • Assist in other departments as and when required. • The adherence to Quality Control Procedures in accordance with QC Test Instructions. Who Can Apply? Essential: • Qualified to at least Bachelor's standard in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Immunology, or a Life Science discipline. • Excellent communication skills. • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. • Possess initiative and the ability to work as part of a team. • Computer literate. • Excellent time management and organisational skills. • Strong attention to detail. • Currently have the right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship. Desirable: • Analytical experience. • Experience in a similar position. • Have a full UK driving licence (as the site is quite remote). How to Apply: Click Apply on the site you are seeing this advert on they will submit your CV to Randox for review. This advert may be open for as long as 30 days although we may close the advert early if we receive sufficient applicants to fill the roles.
