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Your recipe for a rewarding career starts here! About Us Established in 1985, Dawn Farms is a family-owned company and the largest dedicated supplier of cooked meat and plant-based ingredients and fermented and dried sausage products outside of the US. The company currently supplies world-leading food brands across more than 44 markets, including the UK, Europe, Asia and Africa. With over 1,000 employees we are committed to meeting the needs of our customers in a safe, innovative and sustainable way, all while strengthening the communities where they live and work. Job Purpose The ideal applicant for this job will have some experience as a Catering Assistant along with the ability to work both as part of a team and your own initiative. The successful candidate will need to have good work ethic as well as a hands-on approach. Position: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week. Location: Naas, Kildare Working Hours: Monday - Friday day shift. As Catering Assistant, you will be responsible for: Dawn Farm Foods is an equal opportunities employer.
Occupation Therapist Staff Grade
Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2026 . Enable Ireland, is an equal opportunities employer. We strongly advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking a highly-motivated Occupational Therapist - Staff Grade to join our team in CDNT 10 Mid-Kildare . Contract Type: Permanent Full Time Contract Hours: 35 hpw Salary Scale: €43,231- €63,184 pro rata per annum. Salary scales are subject to LSI’s (Long Service Increments) Annual Leave Entitlement : 32 days pro rata per annum Overview of the Post: Enable Ireland delivers children’s services through the Children’s Disability Network Teams (CDNT) under the national Progressing Disabilities Services (PDS) model for children and young people with complex needs arising from a disability. The post holder will be responsible for the provision of a range of Occupational Therapist services for young people (0 – 18 years) and their families within an interdisciplinary framework. Service will include assessment and intervention, clinical supervision and ongoing service development. This will be delivered through a family centred approach across a variety of settings including the clinic, preschools, schools, children’s homes and community settings. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list The successful candidate will have Essential Criteria: i. Be registered, or be eligible for registration, on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU ( https://www.coru.ie/ ) And ii. Have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office And iii. Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employment can be issued. Annual Registration 1. On appointment practitioners must maintain annual registration on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU 2. Practitioners must confirm annual registration with CORU to Enable Ireland Desirable Criteria: · Postgraduate experience of working with children and families in a community based setting. · Post graduate experience working in disability services for a minimum of 6 months If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including: · Excellent internal and external training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · Flexible Working · Long service reward scheme · Pay adjusted Maternity Leave · Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave · Pay adjusted Paternity Leave · Wellbeing benefits · Pension For a full list of our benefits & conditions, please click here: What now? To apply, please download the Job Description and Person Specification for your information and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. NOTE Enable Ireland welcomes applications from candidates who will be eligible for Professional Registration in the coming months. In the event that candidates are considered for appointment pending their Professional Registration, they may initially be appointed to an assistant grade post. Closing date for applications: Thursday 5th November, 2026 @ 12pm. A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months. · The post will be subject to reference checks and may be subject to Garda vetting/police clearance, as relevant. · Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. · Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community. · The above information serves only as a guide to the advertised position. Enable Ireland, at its discretion, reserves the right to change this prior to appointment. · Please review Enable Ireland’s Rezoomo Privacy Policy here: https://enableireland.ie/resources/publications/rezoomo-privacy-policy · Please review the Enable Ireland’s External Data Protection Notice available at https://www.enableireland.ie/privacy-policy for details on how Enable Ireland processes applicant’s personal information. Please note if you are invited for interview, we will share your personal data with: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy
Crew Member
Come join the McDonald’s Experience Looking for a role where your positivity, hospitality, and teamwork make a real impact? At McDonald's, we're not just serving food, we're creating moments. As a Crew Member , you'll be at the heart of our customer experience, helping to deliver quality food, clean spaces, and friendly service. This role requires availability to work shifts across various days and times. To meet the criteria for this role, you will be required to be available to work within Weekdays and Weekends, working shifts across Early Mornings, Afternoons & Evenings. Please only apply if you are able to meet these requirements. What We Stand For At McDonald’s, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. McDonald’s is built on five core values: Serve, Inclusion, Integrity, Community, and Family. These values guide how we work together, how we treat our customers, and how we support each other. We’re committed to creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace where opportunity is open to all. What does a day as a Crew Member look like? As a Crew Member, you’ll play a vital role in delivering a great customer experience. Whether you’re preparing food, serving at the counter, or assisting customers, you’ll make sure every visit is a positive one. Your responsibilities will include: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Trainee Manager
Main purpose of the role: Support the management team in all aspects of the operation of the store while gaining detailed experience in individual departments throughout the store. The ideal candidate will have/be: 1 years€,, experience in the retail industry is desirable Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) Experience balancing cash/tills is desirable Experience with fresh food Excellent communication skills Good delegation skills Highly driven with a strong work ethic Commerciality and brand awareness Passion for grocery retail Thrive in a fast-paced working environment. Main Duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Set, monitor and achieve sales targets with the team on gross profit margin, net margin, waste and other KPIs as agreed with Store Manager Actively participate in all training and development initiatives, and performance assessments Merchandise and present the entire store to the highest standard at all times and in accordance with relevant store planograms and guidelines Implement planograms correctly and ensure the correct range is in place in store Gain competence with all aspects of supply procedures €" ordering, delivery procedures, stock rotation and control procedures Manage such departments as are assigned to you Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
Assistant Manager
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the store operates efficiently and effectively and provide our customers with the very best customer service and fresh food offering at all times in a clean, safe environment. To deliver on key store targets (sales and profitability) through effective management of people and operations. The ideal candidate will have/be: 2 years€,, experience in a relevant position is desirable Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) Experience balancing cash/tills Excellent communication skills Good delegation skills Highly driven with a strong work ethic An understanding of how to achieve KPIs and targets Commerciality and brand awareness Passion for grocery retail Thrive in a fast-paced working environment. Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Set, monitor and achieve sales targets with the team on gross profit margin, net margin, waste and other KPIs as agreed with Store Manager Implement planograms correctly and ensure the correct range is in place in store Merchandise and present the store to the highest standard Approachable and a role model who leads by example and encourages teamwork and fosters a positive attitude and atmosphere in the workplace Ability to develop and promote good communication between employees and management in a safe, respectful and inclusive environment Support Store Manager in the development and training of the team and in ensuring the smooth running of the store Manage employee performance, giving regular feedback, recognition and encouragement Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy Understand achieving margins in all departments Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
Hire Desk & Procurement Assistant
About BAM Building a sustainable tomorrow. That’s our mission and our promise at BAM. It’s how we engineer vital infrastructure and construct high-quality buildings as one of the largest construction companies in Europe. We strive to create an environment where everybody feels welcome and valued. We’re on an exciting journey to employ the best talent to join us regardless of social background, race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics. About the role The Hire Desk & Procurement Assistant is responsible for coordinating the hire of plant, tools, equipment, and temporary site services while supporting procurement activities across construction projects. The role ensures equipment and materials are sourced cost-effectively, delivered on time, and managed efficiently to support project delivery. This role will be based in our Kill, Kildare Head Office. What’s in it for you? Opportunities! Opportunities to work with a great team on some of Irelands largest, dynamic and most exciting construction and civil engineering projects. Opportunity to develop your skills to the highest industry standards at one of the country's largest construction firms.We are committed to our employees and offer strong competitive salaries along with benefits such as:
Goods Inwards Attendant
Main purpose of the role: Ensure that the goods received to the store are effectively managed at the point of receipt. Maintain the stock room, manage returns and ensure HACCP and Health & Safety standards are adhered to. The ideal candidate will have/be: HACCP knowledge is desirable Excellent communication skills Ability to prioritise duties Strong attention to detail, organised and flexible Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment Previous stock management experience is desirable. Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Check and record goods inwards against delivery docket received Keep back stores area secure by controlling the movement of suppliers in goods receiving area Submit all invoice/delivery documentation to the relevant person on a daily basis Adhere to stocktaking procedures Maintain correct storage and documentation of returns Manage the breakdown, storage and return of combis Deal with all transactions with customers and suppliers in a professional manner Adhere to waste disposal procedures at all times Follow store security procedures.
Adult Literacy Organiser
Nature of Position: 2-year Fixed Term Contract. Under the direction of the Director of Further Education and Training and reporting directly to the Adult Education Officer, the successful candidate will be responsible for leading and managing the ESOL service in Bray/North Wicklow and Mid Kildare FET services. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, communicating and implementing specific actions to achieve KWETB’s FET Strategic targets under the National FET Strategy 2026-2030 and the Adult Literacy for Life Strategy. The position requires a person who is flexible, multi-disciplined and experienced. A high degree of motivation and commitment to a learner-centred model of learning is essential. An overall summary of the main duties is provided below, the successful candidate may be allocated different or additional duties in line with the needs of the FET Service. Place of Work Bray Adult Learning Centre/ Naas Further Education and Training Centre (FETC) Hours of Work: Monday to Friday – 35 hours per week. Attendance will be at such times as necessary for the delivery of the service. Attendance outside of normal office hours will be by prior agreement with the FET Director/AEO and will be outset against normal working hours attendance. Salary Scale: Salary will be paid in accordance with such rates as may be authorised by the Minister for Education from time to time for the position. Current salary scale starts at €49,400 per annum Starting pay will be in accordance with CL0058/2026 Main Duties: The duties of the post will include but may not necessarily be confined to, under the direction of the Director of FET/Adult Education Officer (DFET/AEO) of the KWETB: • Coordinating planning, development and management of the relevant ESOL services under the direction of the AEO/Director FET in accordance with the overall plan for the service; • Responsible for the day-to-day delivery of the service; • Recruit, assess and place learners into appropriate learning groups; • Promote and support the development and nurturing of new learning opportunities; • Support, motivate and manage educators, learners and other relevant staff; • Organise and/or support the identification and delivery of initial and ongoing training and development for staff; • Oversee the Health and Safety requirements of the service including the Health and Safety of staff, learners, buildings etc. and assist and input into the wider KWETB Health and Safety policies and processes; • Develop and encourage partnerships and links between community education and statutory and other providers; • Promote the service in the wider community; • Initiate and facilitate programmes and initiatives at out-centres; • Responsible for quality assurance, accreditation and certification; • Share good practices from the sector and support the mainstreaming of relevant national policy and practice; • Act in a representative capacity if required on matters relating to ESOL; • Assist in the management of resources, e.g. financial, premises, materials, personnel etc as appropriate, and relevant to the needs of the local programme; • Keep records and prepare reports and submissions in consultation with the Director of FET/Adult Education Officer as appropriate; • Enhance own expertise through training, development, and networking with relevant bodies; • Set a good standard of professional interactions and ensure excellent relationship boundaries are in place; • Uphold professional integrity at all times, maintaining discretion and confidentiality; • Maintaining an ethos appropriate to adult learning; • Any other duties appropriate to the needs of the local scheme as may be assigned by the AEO/DFET for the effective and efficient management of resources; • The role will require some work to take place outside of normal business hours. Qualifications - The following are essential requirements for appointment to this post: • A qualification at Level 7 on the National Framework of Qualifications or its equivalent in an appropriate area; Experience – • A minimum of 5 years working in Adult Basic Education Services or other significant relevant work experience. • The appointee should demonstrate a clear understanding and empathy with the philosophy and processes of adult basic and language education. • A high level of expertise in the area of the Further Education and Training Sector; • Broad Public Sector knowledge relevant to the area of work. • Travel will be essential requirement for this role. Candidates must be willing to work flexibly outside of normal working hours as per required. Competences required: The appointee to the post of will be required to display evidence of the following competences: Leader – Education and Learning • Understands that high quality teaching and learning is the core business of the Adult Basic Education and ESOL Service and demonstrates the skills to act as the instructional leader. • Maintains an ethos appropriate to adult learning • Promotes effective teaching, learning and assessment strategies across the service Leader – Service/Programme Development • Demonstrates the ability to take a broad and long-term view of the needs of the service’s purpose and objectives • Has a vision for the development of the Adult Basic Education/ESOL service Leader – People and Teams • Demonstrates the willingness and ability to develop individuals and teams throughout the Adult Basic Education/ESOL service and delegate leadership within those teams. • Demonstrates an ability to support, motivate and manage individuals and teams. Communication • Has the capacity to clearly articulate views, opinions and attitudes through effective and appropriate and empathic interaction with all stakeholders in a variety of situations and contexts. • Demonstrates ability to maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Organisational Management and Administrative Skills • Is organised and efficient and can put in place procedures and appropriate structures to deliver. Self-Awareness and Self-Management • Is self-aware and has the capacity to self-manage and develop personally and professionally. • Demonstrates professional integrity. • Has enhanced own expertise through training, development, and networking with relevant bodies • Demonstrates good standards of professional interactions and relationships. Application process: Fully completed official application form should be submitted via email to jobapplications@kwetb.ie no later than 12 noon on Monday 2nd November 2026. Please note the following • Short listing may apply. Canvassing by or on behalf of the candidate will automatically disqualify. • Late applications will not be accepted. • It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure that the application form is received at the stated email address before the stated deadline. It is recommended that applicants request a delivery receipt when sending their application.
Senior Science & Innovation Manager
Your recipe for a rewarding career starts here! Why Dawn Farms? We can offer an excellent opportunity to be part of a world-class team, equipping our teams with the knowledge and the necessary skills to achieve their full potential. Innovation is a key ingredient of our success in protecting our market position and keeping our competitive edge. To be truly innovative, we invest in recruiting and developing a highly skilled, ambitious and talented team. Job Purpose Dawn Farms is currently seeking for a Science & Innovation Manager to join our Science & Innovation Department to be based in our head offices in Naas, Co. Kildare . This Innovation role will be responsible for driving innovation initiatives and overseeing the strategic implementation of projects within the organisation. This role combines the creative and forward-thinking aspects of the Innovation Lead with the strategic and managerial responsibilities for the Customer teams. This senior leadership role will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that innovative ideas are effectively executed and aligned with the company's strategic goals. Key Duties and Responsibilities · Lead and manage Customer innovation teams and projects from conception to implementation, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives. · Develop and execute strategic plans to drive innovation and improve business processes. · Lead a team of innovation specialists and project managers, providing leadership and guidance to ensure successful project execution. · Collaborate with various departments to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement. · Oversee the development and implementation of new products, services, and processes. · Monitor and evaluate the progress of innovation initiatives, providing regular updates to senior management. · Foster a culture of innovation within the organisation, encouraging creative thinking and problem-solving. · Manage budgets and resources for innovation projects, ensuring efficient use of company assets. · Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends and opportunities for innovation. · Develop and maintain relationships with external partners, including vendors, industry experts, and academic institutions. · Provide leadership and guidance to team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) · Innovation Project Success Rate: Percentage of innovation projects successfully completed within the defined scope, time, and budget. · Time to Market: Average time taken to develop and launch new products, services, or processes from the initial concept stage. · Employee Engagement in Innovation: Percentage of employees actively participating in innovation initiatives and contributing ideas. · Customer Satisfaction with New Innovations: Customer feedback and satisfaction ratings for new products, services, or processes introduced. · Market Share Growth :Increase in market share attributed to the successful implementation of innovative solutions. · Cost Savings from Innovation: Financial savings achieved through the implementation of innovative processes or solutions. · Collaboration and Partnership Effectiveness: Quality and impact of relationships with both internal and external partners, including vendors, industry experts, and academic institutions. · Continuous Improvement Metrics: Number of process improvements and efficiencies gained through innovation initiatives. Qualifications · Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Innovation Management, or a related field. A master’s degree is preferred. · Proven experience in innovation management, strategic planning, and project management. · Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire others. · Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams. · Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on delivering results. · Experience in managing budgets and resources for large-scale projects. · Knowledge of industry trends and best practices in innovation and strategic implementation. · Ability to think creatively and strategically, with a strong focus on continuous improvement. What we can offer you?
Science & Innovation Food Technologist
Description Your recipe for a rewarding career starts here! Why Dawn Farms? We can offer an excellent opportunity to be part of a world-class team, equipping our teams with the knowledge and the necessary skills to achieve their full potential. Innovation is a key ingredient of our success in protecting our market position and keeping our competitive edge. To be truly innovative, we invest in recruiting and developing a highly skilled, ambitious and talented team. Job Purpose Dawn Farms is currently seeking for a Science & Innovation Food Technologist to join our S&I Department to be based in our Head Offices in Naas, Co. Kildare . The Science & Innovation Food Technologist will be responsible for delivering the experimental design and industrial trial phases of projects and other team support activities contributing to the continued growth of the business in its chosen innovation platforms and related markets. This is an opportunity for growth with exposure to state-of-the-art food research and manufacturing environment and diverse protein product development and applications. Key Duties and Responsibilities: 'Dawn Farm Foods Ltd. is an equal opprtunities employer'
