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THE ROLE The Courts Service is currently seeking people to join their team as Court Registrars within the Family, Criminal, and Civil court offices. Being a Court Registrar offers a unique insight into the running of the Irish courts system. This role presents dynamic and fulfilling challenge where each day brings new experiences. The role of Court Registrar is key to the efficient running of the court and requires good organisation skills. As the official record keeper for the Court, this includes providing support pre-court, in-court and post-court to the Judge and the parties. The Registrar is the key link between the Court Office and the Court. The Court Registrar is responsible for communication between all parties, feeding back on issues and working with their office team to ensure the administration of Justice. Teamwork is a key feature of this role. In this role, you will gain invaluable exposure to court practice and procedure, legislation, litigation, and decision making. In some offices Court Registrars will manage staff. This will include assigning tasks, probation, performance management and training and development. The experience gained as a Court Registrar is transferable and beneficial to a fulfilling and rewarding career within the Courts Service. The post will primarily be located in Naas Court Office and work is performed on site. There is no hybrid or remote working. The post will also require travel to Athy Court office on a roster basis. Key Responsibilities · Attend court as Registrar and is responsible for all associated court work. Such work includes drawing and perfecting enforceable Court Orders & warrants, making accurate written notes of daily court proceedings in a timely and efficient manner and with a high degree of accuracy. · Networking and liaising with Court stakeholders including, the Judiciary, An Garda Siochana, the Prison Service, members of the legal profession and members of the public in the provision of an efficient user-friendly service. · Provide support to the judiciary in the daily management of a wide variety of lists and hearings. · Maintain the record of Court outcomes. This information is essential for the effective management of court records, to advise court users and to support provision of management information and statistics, which all supports the administration of justice. · Operate all courtroom technology including Videolink, Video Conferencing and Digital Audio Recording (DAR) within the court room when required. · Administer the oath to witnesses, interpreters and juries. · Develop an in-depth knowledge of the Courts Service Modernisation Programme and contribute to its growth. This will include: I.attending workshops, II.being a member of project groups, III. carry out stakeholder engagement, service design, testing. Note, the above is intended as a guide and is neither definitive nor restrictive. Essential Requirements: On the closing date of 3rd July candidates must have: · Be at least 18 years of age on or before the closing date. · Fulfil the Citizenship requirements, Health & Character, Garda Vetting & Security Clearance and Reference & Qualification Checks requirements. · Ensure that they meet the criteria regarding Public & Civil Service Redundancy/III Health Retirement Schemes. · Possess a Leaving Certificate at Level 4 or above; or hold a minimum Level 4 qualification, major or minor award on the National Framework of Qualifications; or · Be serving as a Civil Servant with at least two years’ service or · Have 3+ years demonstrated experience in a customer facing role in an unrelated field or · Have 2+ years in a related field or · Have 1+ years experience working in the Courts Service. · All roles are onsite. · Relevant knowledge and skills to undertake the duties of the position, including a strong command of the English language and the ability to: · Take direction/follow instructions. · Organise and prioritise work effectively. · Work well with the public and colleagues. · Be flexible in their approach to work. · Be able to communicate effectively in a clear and concise manner. · Have a strong work ethic and willingness to learn. · Basic level and experience of relevant ICT skills, The following essential requirements should be demonstrated in your application form · Have demonstrated experience in a customer facing role with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. · Have an interest in public administration and the Irish courts system. · Good at administration and processing large amounts of data to tight deadlines. · Have good organisation skills where you can organise a number of responsibilities and handle difficult situations · Results focus and ability to work to tight deadlines. · Have a driving licence and access to your own transport is essential as you will be expected to travel to Athy Courthouse on a roster basis and support surrounding court offices on occasion for example Carlow Court Office. The Standard Civil Service travel expenses will be reimbursed. APPLICATION PROCESS Application should be made by logging into the advertisement link. The closing date is 12noon on 3rd July. Applications received after the closing date and time will not be accepted. In the online application form you are required to highlight specific key achievements and expertise to demonstrate your suitability for the role across the four EO grade capabilities (maximum 250 words each). The key achievements should provide details and an example under: · Building Future Readiness · Leading and Empowering · Evidence Informed Delivery · Communicating & Collaborating Skills and capabilities Candidates should demonstrate that they have the ability to carry out successfully the duties of the role, as well as the general skills and capabilities namely: Building Future Readiness Digital Focus Candidates with Disabilities The Courts Service has a key role to play in attracting candidates from all sectors of society, ensuring that routes to career opportunities are accessible to all who are interested. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all candidates. If you have a disability or need reasonable accommodation made during the selection process, we strongly encourage you to share this with us so that we can ensure you get the support you need. Reasonable accommodation in our selection process refers to adjustments and practical changes which would enable a disabled candidate to have an equal opportunity for this competition. Examples of adjustments we provide include the use of assistive technology, extra time, scribes and/or readers or a range of other accommodations. Please be assured that having a disability or requiring adjustments will not impact on your progress in the selection process; you will not be at a disadvantage if you disclose your disability or requirements to us. Your disability and/or adjustments will be kept entirely confidential. InterviewS Interviews will take place in person in Naas, Co Kildare. Interviews will be structured in format, with candidates asked to provide examples of the capabilities for the role as outlined in Section 6 of this document. Depending on the number of successful candidates following assessments, interviews will be held in batches. If a candidate fails to confirm their attendance for interview, their application will be withdrawn. If a candidate confirms their attendance and fails to show or provide a sufficient reason and timing for not showing, their application will be withdrawn. It is anticipated the interview will last forty-five minutes. Panel Formation To be considered for the panel you must receive 50% or more in all capabilities. Following the interview process a panel will be formed for the purpose of filling Court Registrar roles in Naas Court Office. Candidates who successfully pass the interview process may obtain a place on a panel and may, within the life of the panel, be considered for subsequent approved vacancies if they arise for this role. The candidate who obtains first place on the panel will be the first candidate considered for a position, subject to satisfactory clearances, and so on in order of merit. The panel will be established for 2 years and appointments may be made from this panel as vacancies arise. If required, this panel may be used to fill vacancies in other locations in the Courts Service. Candidates who have not been offered a position at the expiry of the panel will have no claim to any further positions thereafter because of having been on the panel. A candidate will only be offered a position once. If the candidate refuses a position, they will be removed from the panel. Confidentiality Candidates can expect that all enquiries, applications and all aspects of the proceedings to the extent that they are managed by the Courts Service are treated as strictly confidential subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act 2014. However, candidates should note that all application material may be made available to the interview board. Certain items of information, not specific to any individual, are extracted from computer records for general statistical purposes. Garda Vetting Garda vetting will be sought in respect of individuals who come under consideration for appointment. The applicant will be required to complete and return a Garda Vetting form should they come under consideration for appointment. This form will be forwarded to An Garda Siochána for security checks on all Irish and Northern Irish addresses at which they resided. Enquiries may also be made with the police force of any country in which the applicant under consideration for appointment resided. If the applicant subsequently comes under consideration for another position, they will be required to supply this information again. Other important information The Courts Service will not be responsible for refunding any expenses incurred by candidates. Prior to recommending any candidate for appointment to this position the Courts Service will make all such enquiries that are deemed necessary to determine the suitability of that candidate. Until all stages of the recruitment process have been fully completed a final determination cannot be made nor can it be deemed or inferred that such a determination has been made. Should the person recommended for appointment decline, or having accepted it, relinquish it, or if an additional vacancy arises the Courts Service may, at its discretion, select and recommend another person for appointment on the results of this selection process. Review and Complaint Procedures under the Code of Practice for Appointments to Positions in the Civil and Public Service If a candidate is unhappy following the outcome of any stage of a selection process, they can either: 1. Request a Review of a decision made during the process Or 2. Make a Complaint that the selection process followed was unfair A candidate can follow either one of the two procedures in relation to the same aspect of a selection process, but not both. Where a review of a selection process has taken place under Section 7 (as detailed below), a complainant may not seek a further review of the same process under Section 8, other than in the most exceptional circumstances that will be determined by the Commission for Public Service Appointments (CPSA) at its sole discretion . There is no obligation on the Courts Service to suspend an appointment process while a Review or Complaint is being considered. However, the CPSA expects that, where possible, the Courts Service will intervene in cases where it finds an error is likely to have occurred. Requesting a Review under Section 7 A request for review may be taken by a candidate should they be dissatisfied with an action or decision taken by the Courts Service. The Courts Service will consider requests for review in accordance with the provisions of Section 7 of the Code of Practice for Appointments to Positions in the Civil and Public Service published by the CPSA. When making a request for a review, the candidate must support their request by outlining the facts they believe show that the action taken or decision reached was wrong. A request for review may be refused if the candidate cannot support their request. The Informal Review will consist of a desk-based examination of any available information in relation to the recruitment process and the decision taken regarding the candidate’s application. The outcome of the Informal Review Process will be communicated to the requester in writing. • A request for Informal Review must be made within 5 working days of notification of the decision and will normally take place between the candidate and a representative of the Courts Service who had played a key role in the administration of the selection process. • Where a candidate remains dissatisfied following any such informal discussion, he/she may adopt the formal procedures set out below. Salary The salary scale for the position (rates effective from February 2026) is as follows: Executive Officer - Personal Pension Contribution Salary Scale: €38,803.00 €40,764.00 €41,871.00 €44,030.00 €45,965.00 €47,838.00 €49,703.00 €51,534.00 €53,419.00 €55,296.00 €57,289.00 €58,624.00 (MAX) €60,527.00 (LSI1) €63,227.00 (LSI2)
General Operative
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 offering permanent, full-time positions with set hours and plenty of opportunity for further training, development and career opportunities should you wish to progress further. Our culture is one of inclusiveness and diversity with a constant drive and focus for continuous improvement throughout our business. Our production plants are located in Naas, Co Kildare with easy access via public transport. About Us Dawn Farms is the largest dedicated supplier of cooked meat and plant-based ingredients and fermented products outside of the US supplying world leading brands across more than 44 markets from our two state of the art plant facilities based in Naas. We also have manufacturing facilities in the UK and Germany. Dawn Farms is one of the largest employers in Naas, Co Kildare with a strong culture of diversity and inclusion. Job Purpose Dawn Farms is currently seeking for General Operatives to join our Production Teams. You will play an integral part of the team in ensuring the highest level of hygiene, food safety and health and safety standards are met. Positions: Full-Time Location: Naas, Co. Kildare. Salary: €14.15 - €18.39 per hour (overtime opportunities available) Role Responsibilities & Duties
Commercial Sales and Planning Graduate
Role Summary: The successful candidates will be operating in fast- paced, challenging but rewarding environment. Responsibilities include business development, relationship management and supply chain management. You will be responsible for coordinating the production and assessing costings of new and ongoing business. Working and liaising with all departments to make sure customer requirements are met and exceeded in the most efficient manner. You will spend time on the production floor learning the entire production process from start to finish. Responsibilities The successful candidate will be based in one of our primary production facilities and will: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Therapy Assistant
Occupational Therapy Assistant - Kare Children's Disability Network Team Permanent – 35 hours per week Location: Athy and Kildare, Co. Kildare Occupational Assistant Salary Scale: Point 1 €32,891 to max Point 5 €36,900 (pro-rated) Physiotherapy Assistant - Kare Children's Disability Network Team Fixed Term Contract 12 months – 35 hours per week Location: Athy and Kildare, Co. Kildare Physiotherapy Assistant Salary Scale: Point 1 €32,891 (pro-rated) Therapy Assistant - Kare Clinical Teams Panel Fixed Term Contracts – 35 hours per week Location: Co. Kildare Therapy Assistant Salary Scale: Point 1 €32,891 (pro-rated) The Assistants will support the Clinical Support Team in adult services to deliver a high-quality service to people using Kare’s clinical services. Responsibilities: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Social Care Assistant - Residential Services
Permanent Full-Time and Part-Time Contracts Locations: Co. Kildare HSE Care Assistant Salary Scale: €17.20 to €23.66 hourly, depending on experience Kare Adult Supports work with people over the age of 18 years. We support people to live and be active in their community through supported employment, learning and everyday activities. The Residential Service rosters will include day, night and weekend shifts. Responsibilities CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Social Care Worker - Residential Services
Permanent Full-Time Contracts - 39 hours per week Locations: Co. Kildare Social Care Worker salary scale: €20.34 to €28.50 hourly, depending on experience Kare Adult Supports work with people over the age of 18 years. We support people to live and be active in their community through supported employment, learning and everyday activities. The Residential Service rosters will include day, night and weekend shifts. Responsibilities CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Support Workers
PERSON CENTRED WING PCW KILDARE/ PCW LAOIS SERVICES SUPPORT WORKER Permanent (VARIOUS CONTRACT HOURS AVAILABLE) We are looking for dedicated Support Workers to provide person-centred support to individuals, assisting them in achiveing their goals and enjoying interests such as swimming, bowling, trains and love of all animals. This opportunity may be of interest to those who have experience of working with adults with autism, intellectual disability and behaviours of concern. We are looking to recruit staff members who are enthusiastic,outgoing and can work off their own initiative. Closing Date for receipt of completed applications: Wednesday 1st July 2026 To apply and for further details please go to our web page at Current Vacancies Muiriosa Foundation
Warehouse Assistant
As a result of our expansion plans and our continued ongoing success we are looking to appoint a full time Warehouse Assistant. In this role you will assist the Warehouse Supervisor in ensuring that the whole goods in/out procedure run in accordance with company procedures, policies and guidelines. What are we looking for? To be successful in this role, you will be expected to: Why The Range? Working for The Range is no ordinary job. We are a Sunday Times Top Track 100 company and one of the UK’s fastest growing retailers. Much of this success is thanks to our talented and passionate teams. From retail opportunities nationwide to innovative roles in our Head Office and fulfilment positions at our state of the art distribution centres, you’re sure to find the role to match your skills and your ambition. People are at the heart of our retail concept, and we want to invest in our staff and make the future extraordinary. Apply today for a challenging and rewarding position in a dynamic, fast paced environment and take the next step in your career.
Civil Design Engineer
Civil Design Engineer Build the Future of Power with Us! Your skills will contribute to impactful projects that shape the future. If you can turn complex ideas into practical designs, we want you on our team. At Powercomm, your work won’t just sit in a file; it will shape the infrastructure of tomorrow. Job Summary: We are seeking a talented Civil Design Engineer to join our growing team and play a key role in delivering integrated Civil and Electrical design services to clients across the Electrical and Renewable Engineering sector. This excellent opportunity offers the chance to contribute to diverse projects including substations, solar parks, wind farms, and battery storage facilities. As a Civil Design Engineer, you will support the development and expansion of our small civil design team while delivering quality design solutions. This role combines technical design expertise with team development responsibilities, providing an ideal platform for a motivated engineer to advance their career while helping to build capability within a growing design practice. Job Responsibilities: · Prepare and review Civil/Structural drawings in AutoCAD. Someone with 3D Modelling(Revit) experience is preferred. · Carry out and check Design calculations of civil works, including drainage design and site development works. · Produce technical report, specifications, and material schedules. · Coordinate with MEP engineers, contractors, clients, and other project stakeholders. · Support construction with technical queries, site visits, as-built drawings, and handover documentation. · Train and mentor Graduate Design Engineers, overseeing their work, and checking their calculations. Job Requirements: · BSc/MSc in Civil/Structural Engineering or equivalent with post-graduate design experience with an engineering consultancy. · Building structure design experience using all the main materials on a variety of structural projects but particular emphasis on Electrical Infrastructure, Transformer bunds, Foundations for Electrical Switchgear, new and existing Substation Buildings, Drainage, Roadways and Cable Basements. · Knowledge of Eurocodes and Irish/UK standards. · Experience with AutoCAD software and Revit. Experience with drainage software is often advantageous. · Knowledge of finite element and frame analysis software for steel and RC structure design work – experience with Robot Structural Analysis software is preferred but not mandatory. · Level 8 degree in relevant field (Level 9 in advantageous). · Chartered status preferred. · 3+Years of relevant experience
Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
Mechanical Maintenance Engineer Littleconnell Brewery, Co.Kildare 12-month Fixed-Term Contract Closing date: 19/06/2026 Mechanical Maintenance Engineer- €73,710 (includingshift allowance) plus competitive benefits package with pension, shares scheme and bonus. Join our Supply Chain and Manufacturing team. Our Supply Chain and Manufacturing team are problem-solvers, sourcing, producing, and delivering our much-loved brands to delight customers around the globe. Over half of Diageo’s 30,000+ people work in Supply Chain and Manufacturing.It’san intricate and sophisticated operationthat’sthe product of logistical, manufacturing, and technical collaborations. We areproud to be a global leader in beverage alcohol with an exceptional portfolio of brands, including Guinness, Johnnie Walker, Baileys, Smirnoff, Tanqueray, and many more. A forward-thinking €200 million investment has brought an innovative, carbon-neutral brewery to life in Newbridge, Co. Kildare. This best-in-class facility is Ireland’s second-largest brewing operation and a powerhouse of sustainability, running entirely on renewable energy.It’swhere iconic beers likeRockshore, Harp, Smithwick’s, and Kilkenny are crafted for a new generation. About the Role We are seekinga MechanicalMaintenance Engineerwhowillberesponsible forensuring the highest standards of maintenance and asset care across the brewery, utilities, and water treatment plants.Focusing on end-to-end maintenance support,you will play a crucial role in both operations and maintenance within a semi-autonomous, shift-based environment, managing SAP process orders and maintenance planning as part of your rotational duties. You will be instrumental in upholding our health and safety compliance standards,maintainingequipment and systems, ensuring asset availability and reliability to achieve high performance. In addition,you’llbemonitoringkey performance indicators suchasequipmentefficiency. Your commitment to these areas will be vital in driving continuous improvement and supporting the success of the team. Key Responsibilities: We’relooking for someone who can work well within a team as well as the ability to make effective conclusions and thrive in situations where they can solve problems. Working with us Our purpose is to celebrate life, every day, everywhere. And creating an inclusive culture, where everyone feels valued and that they can belong, is a crucial part of this. We embrace diversity in the broadest possible sense. This means thatyou’llbe welcomed andcelebrated for who you are just by being you.You’llbe part of and help build and champion an inclusive culture that celebrates people of different gender, ethnicity, ability, age, sexual orientation, social class, educational backgrounds, experiences, mindsets, and more. Our ambition is to create the best performing, most trusted and respected consumer products companies in the world. Join us and help transform our business as we take our brands to the next level and build new ones as part of shaping the next generation of celebrations for consumers around the world. Feel inspired? Then this may be the opportunity for you! If you require a reasonable adjustment, please ensure that you capture this information when yousubmityour application.
