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The purpose of the role is to facilitate compliance with the corporate Health & Safety Statement and associated processes, policies and legislation within the CHO, HG or National Service To provide specialist advice, guidance and instruction regarding health and safety matters to the local Management Team, Heads of Service, Network Managers, frontline managers and staff, to assist local management and duty holders in ensuring that the high standards of health and safety as dictated by HSE Corporate and legislation are met and promote continuous improvement based on systematic organisational learning.
National Sampling Manager
Grade and Salary C (€83,891 -€125,837)* Job Description *This role can be based nationwide* We are Uisce Éireann. Every day, we are responsible for the delivery of secure, safe, and sustainable water services for the people of Ireland. As Ireland’s national regulated water utility, our vision is a sustainable Ireland where water is respected and protected, for the planet and all the lives it supports. Our purpose at Uisce Éireann is to rise to the challenge of delivering transformative water services that enable communities to thrive. That means we are proud to take on the responsibility of protecting our water supply and passing on a safe and secure water system to a rapidly growing population and empowering Ireland’s social and economic growth. We are passionate about empowering our people, enabling them to make a positive impact on communities across Ireland. We are guided by a shared vision and purpose, grounded in values that define who we are and shape how we work, where we deliver for customers and communities, we work better together, we do the right thing, we aim high, and we keep each other safe. Our behaviours define how we interact, communicate, and succeed together. These values and behaviours apply to each one of us, across every role, location, and level. Our goal is to attract and develop skilled and talented people from diverse backgrounds, who bring a dynamic range of expertise and insights into our work. With a strong, values-driven workforce, we ensure Uisce Éireann can continue advancing Ireland’s water services and meeting the needs of the communities we serve for generations to come. The Role: The Scientific Services functional area is responsible for the national provision of operational support services to include sampling and laboratory analytics, ensuring that activities are performed safely in accordance with regulatory obligations to protect public health and the environment. Reporting directly to the Scientific Services Senior Manager, the National Sampling Manager will be responsible for the delivery of high-quality accredited sampling across Ireland. This should be delivered at optimal costs to Uisce Éireann. The National Sampling Manager will be responsible for the development of strategy, processes, procedures, and ways of working to ensure an efficient national sampling service. They will secure and maintain ISO 17025 accreditation for sampling of drinking water, surface water and wastewater. Main Duties and Responsibilities: • Work with the Scientific Services Senior Manager in the development of business strategies for sampling and Scientific Services by providing specialist advice in their area of expertise. • Work closely with the National Laboratory manager/ team to ensure sampling service meets the overall testing teams requirements. • Responsible for managing and maintaining a focus on sample delivery times including reaction times to incidents. • Make decisions on the allocation of resources (finance, people, equipment, information, and data) and managing competing demands for these resources. • Ensure INAB 17025 accreditation is achieved and maintained. • Provide high levels of customer service to maintain good working relationships with key stakeholders. • Development of customer engagement protocols for Sampling Officers as Uisce Éireann’s on-the-ground representatives. • Lead a culture of continuous improvement to deliver cost efficiency and service quality, challenging and developing solutions for improvements to existing practices and adopting industry best practice. • Ensure the team works following defined levels of competence, regulation standards, health and safety requirements and legislation. • Ownership of the budgets for the sampling service. • Responsible for building a high performing team by managing and developing their team members. • Responsible for internal team communications. • Monitor and report KPIs for processes over which they have ownership. Identify and analyse potential performance issues and recommend improvement opportunities. • Manage the development of best practices and implementation of standard operating procedures for the provision of the sampling service. • Responsible for performing any other duties that the Scientific Services Senior Manager may reasonably request. General Duties and Responsibilities • Collaboration with key internal stakeholders across the UÉ business. • Responsible for promoting and delivering health and safety commitments across UÉ and its supply chain, reinforcing positive behaviours and delivering health and safety objectives and requirements to the highest industry standards. • Provide visible leadership for their team, coaching and developing them to achieve their full potential and deliver business objectives, promoting collaboration and highlighting the behaviours that are expected from everyone in the team. • Conducts duties and responsibilities in accordance with Uisce Éireann’s Information Security policies, standards, processes and controls to protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of UÉ business information and delivery of critical services, in accordance with any relevant cybersecurity regulation. Knowledge, Skills and Experience: • Relevant third level qualification and or accreditation is desirable. • A minimum of 7 years’ experience in the water, utilities or similar industries is desirable and or relevant experience. • Experience in leading teams to deliver customer strategies that enhance customer service. • Requires in-depth knowledge of both risk assessment and relevant legislation/regulations, coupled with the practical ability to undertake the operations of a national field-based sampling service. • Require in-depth professional knowledge of sampling, testing, logistics and safety. • Ability to enable positive teamwork across departments and encourage cooperation and open discussion to achieve common goals. • Background in guiding and empowering teams to make a positive impact and challenging the status quo to drive development. • Proven track record in leading continuous improvement initiatives in teams. Strong background in team motivation, and performance management. • Proven track record with dealing with complex issues, proactively and in a timely fashion along with the ability to communicate complex information to others. • Demonstrated experience in setting measurable safety and well-being goals for a team. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Customer Engagement Advisor
About us. At Vhi, we’re more than Ireland’s leading health insurer—we’re a team dedicated to creating exceptional customer experiences and shaping the future of healthcare. For over 65 years, we’ve been trusted by over 1.2 million members to deliver innovative solutions that make healthcare accessible and customer focused. We invest in our people through continuous learning, career development, and a culture that values collaboration and growth. If you’re passionate about helping customers and want to work in an environment where your contribution truly matters, Vhi is the place for you. What we offer As a member of the Vhi team, you will receive a comprehensive benefits package, which includes: This is a CF3, CF4 & CF5 role in line with central bank requirements. Sustainability At Vhi, we believe that the health of people and the health of the planet are interconnected. That’s why we’re on a journey towards an integrated model of healthcare that puts people and the planet at its heart. Our Commitment to Inclusion and Accessibility At Vhi, we are on a continuous journey to build an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations at every stage of the recruitment process for candidates with disabilities, neurodivergence, or medical conditions. If you require an accommodation, please contact recruitment@vhi.ie, and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch via email. Any information you provide will be treated confidentially within the recruitment team and used solely for the purpose of determining and providing appropriate accommodations during the application and recruitment process. Vhi is an equal opportunities employer
Shift Manager Plant
Production Shift Manager Permanent Role Onsite Working, Ballyragget, Kilkenny About Tirlán Tirlán, is a world-class food and nutrition co-operative, with a diverse portfolio of quality ingredients, leading consumer and agri brands. Tirlán owns leading brands such as Avonmore, Kilmeaden Cheese, Millac, Solmiko, Truly Grass Fed, Premier Milk, Wexford, mymilkman.ie and GAIN Animal Nutrition.We nurture a talented team across Ireland, the US, MEA and China, delivering annual revenues of over €3 billion, and over 2,300 people to manage our network of 11 processing plants and 52 agri branches. Our purpose is to nourish the world, while safeguarding our environment for future generations. Role Profile Located at Plant 1 production facility in Ballyragget, Kilkenny, you will report to the Caseins Manager. Plant 1 manufactures Rennet Casein, Acid Casein and MPC and bags off up to 25,000 tons of these Milk Powders annually. This role operates on a 12-hour shift schedule, including daytime shifts and weekend work. Key Responsibilities About us Through our expertise in research and development, customer insights, food safety and state-of-the-art manufacturing we bring innovative food and nutrition solutions to a global market. Our new and vibrant headquarters in Kilkenny City operates as a collaboration hub where multi-functional teams come together in a hybrid work environment Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion We believe in the value of difference. We know that different perspectives, life experience and backgrounds can drive innovation and deliver growth.We welcome people from all walks of life without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, or disability status. Join our Talent Pool Considering a new career in Tirlán but this isn’t the role for you? Join our talent community and sign up for job notifications at www.tirlan.com/careers Tirlán is a Values Based Organisation
Clinical Nurse Specialist Infection Control
Deliver care in line with the five core concepts of the role set out in the Framework for the Establishment of Clinical Nurse Specialist Posts, 4th edition, National Council for the Professional Development of Nursing and Midwifery (NCNM) 2008. The aim of the Clinical Nurse Specialist, Infection Prevention and Control is to optimise patient care through the prevention, surveillance, investigation, liaison, education, research and control of health care acquired Infection (HCAI). The post holder will work in close conjunction with all members of the infection prevention and control team (IPCT) to ensure a cohesive and effective service is provided. The appointee will work as a key member of the Interdisciplinary Infection Prevention and Control Team providing specialist infection prevention and control advice, to all healthcare staff on surveillance, prevention, investigation and control of hospital acquired infection. The appointee will work as a key member of the multi-disciplinary team providing specialist infection prevention and control advice, support and expertise to healthcare staff. The post holder will work as part of the Infection Prevention and Control Team in line with the National Action Plan on Antimicrobial Resistance. The post holder will be required to provide and maintain comprehensive efficient and effective infection prevention and control service for patients. The Clinical Nurse Specialist Infection Prevention and Control must carry out these responsibilities in a progressive and changing service, which meets with International and National Standards as a member of the Infection Prevention and Control Team. The post holder should be aware of own needs regarding supervision and professional development and work actively towards meeting these.
Consumer & Legal Affairs Manager
The Consumer & Legal Affairs Manager plays a key strategic and operational role within SLGH. The postholder is responsible for overseeing a broad portfolio of consumer, legal, and information governance functions that support the hospital’s commitment to high‑quality, patient‑centred care. This role provides leadership in the areas of complaints management, Freedom of Information (FOI), data protection (including GDPR), and legal affairs. The position requires strong organisational capability, sound judgement, and the ability to manage complex issues within defined statutory and policy timeframes.
Farm Sustainability Development Advisor
Farm Sustainability Development Advisor Hybrid working Tirlán Tirlán, is a world-class food and nutrition co-operative, with a diverse portfolio of quality ingredients, leading consumer and agri brands. Tirlán owns leading brands such as Avonmore, Kilmeaden Cheese, Millac, Solmiko, Truly Grass Fed, Premier Milk, Wexford, mymilkman.ie and GAIN Animal Nutrition. We nurture a talented team across Ireland, the US, MEA and China, delivering annual revenues of circa €3 billion, and circa 2,000 people to manage our network of 11 processing plants and 52 agri branches. Our purpose is to nourish the world, while safeguarding our environment for future generations. Role Profile An exciting opportunity has become available in Tirlán. Reporting to the Head of Agri-Sustainability, the primary function of the Farm Sustainability Development Advisor is the provision of technical guidance towards the adoption of best sustainability practice on Tirlán farm family suppliers’ farms. Working in collaboration with the other Tirlán colleagues, this will include supporting the delivery of enhanced economic sustainability, air and water quality improvements, GHG emissions reductions in addition to biodiversity and energy efficiency initiatives. Responsibilities About us Through our expertise in research and development, customer insights, food safety and state-of-the-art manufacturing we bring innovative food and nutrition solutions to a global market. Our new and vibrant headquarters in Kilkenny City operates as a collaboration hub where multi-functional teams come together in a hybrid work environment. Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion We believe in the value of difference. We know that different perspectives, life experience and backgrounds can drive innovation and deliver growth. We welcome people from all walks of life without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, or disability status. Join our Talent Pool Considering a new career in Tirlán but this isn’t the role for you? Join our talent community and sign up for job notifications at www.tirlan.com/careers Tirlán is a Values Based Organisation
Deputy Portering And Security Services Manager
**** CVs NOT ACCEPTED. PLEASE APPLY USING OFFICIAL HSE APPLICATION FORM *** The DPSSM will support the PPSM and the General Services Manager in the effective and efficient delivery of all Portering, Security, Mortuary, Access control and CCTV monitoring functions across the hospital campus. The post holder will contribute to service development, operational management, quality improvement and the maintenance of a safe, secure environment for patients, staff and visitors. The DPSSM will play a key leadership role in supervising day‑to‑day activity, implementing policies and procedures, managing performance, supporting workforce management, and assisting in the delivery of high‑quality, compliant, and continuously improving non‑clinical support services. A core aspect of the role includes providing rapid and effective response during internal incidents such as fire, flood, or other emergencies, and supporting the execution of the Portering and Security components of the Hospital’s Major Emergency Plan.
Retail Associate
At TJX Europe, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You’ll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritises your development. Whether you’re working in our Distribution Centers, Corporate Offices, or Retail Stores—TK Maxx & Homesense, you’ll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX team—a Fortune 100 company and the world’s leading off-price retailer. Job Description: We’re looking for a part time/fully flex Retail Associates to join our team in a welcoming environment. Whether you’re starting your career or already have experience, we’re excited to work with you and help you grow. Why Work With Us?
Administration Officer
Location HSE Dublin and South East (Carlow Kilkenny South Tipperary Waterford and Wexford) Purpose of Post HSE Dublin and South East (Carlow Kilkenny South Tipperary Waterford and Wexford) Adult Mental Health Services,is a service that serves both an urban and rural communities. The continued development of recovery orientated services is a key priority of mental health services. The development of the framework for recovery in Mental Health sets out an understanding of recovery and recovery orientated services, the core values that underpin it and the actions and measures that support such a service. This is also in line with Mental Health Ireland’s strategy 2025-2027 – Empowering, Educating and Connection Communities (Priority Area 1, Objective 1.) HSE mental health services, under the Mental Health and Engagement and Recovery Office, are working towards developing a strong recovery oriented practice approach to service delivery. The Recovery College South East and Involvement Centres are part of these initiatives, and were developed to support a whole service approach to recovery orientated services and to actively support the development of peer led centres. The Recovery College South East is based in Kilkenny, and has responsibility for delivering recovery education and training in Kilkenny, Carlow Waterford, Wexford and South Tipperary. All workshops and training are developed and delivered by those with lived experience of mental health challenges, and/or are supporting a family member/friend who has lived experience alongside those who work in mental health services. Involvement Centres are peer led drop in centres located in Carlow, Kilkenny and Clonmel, open to people aged 18yrs and over. The centres offer a warm welcoming space in which mental health and addiction challenges are understood to be a part of life and are accepted in a non-judgemental way. It is a place where people who have experienced mental health and/or addiction challenges, and their carers and supporters can meet on a regular basis for a chat over a cup of tea. HSE mental health services provide the financial and legal governance for both projects. Working as part of a team, the Administration Office supportsthe day-to-day operations, communications and administration of the Recovery College South East and the Involvement centres. We are recruiting another administrator officer, who will report to the Recovery Coordinator, or in the absence of the Coordinator, the Peer educator. The Administration Officer will work directly with the team to support operations and progress the strategic aims of the organisations Eligibility criteria and qualifications The successful candidate will have at least two years’ experience in administration or office management. A recognised qualification in office administration or a related discipline would be an advantage. Essential: · Proven organisational, report writing and record keeping skills; · Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written. · Fluency in English (verbal and written); · Good IT skills with an ability to access information quickly; · Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; · The ability to manage and to build positive working relationships; · Commitment to the values, ethos, and practices of the organisation - including equality, anti-discrimination, collective action, participation, social justice; · A high level of motivation and interest in life-long learning; · A capacity to work alone on own initiative and also within a team working environment; · An empathetic and non-judgemental approach. Desirable: · Expertise resulting from lived experience of mental health difficulties; · Experience and/or knowledge of community work and community development practices; · Proficiency in Microsoft Office. · Proficiency in working with on line platforms .i.e. Teams , Zoom · The ability to liaise with a range of stakeholders and community, voluntary and statutory organisations and the media as required. Principal Duties and Responsibilities 1. Provide administration support for day-to-day operations of the project This will include: · Maintenance of the contacts database (MS Access) and management of corresponding contact lists (Excel & MS Outlook & Mobile Phone); · Providing administrative support for Recovery education and Involvement Centres in training and development activities (Word & Excel); includes maintaining records of participant enrolment in Workshops · Updating and maintaining accurate records , report writing and information management in line with GDPR which includes data collection, data entry, and management of project records and filing; · Operation and maintenance of financial systems such as , procurement, petty cash accounts, donations, contractor and third-party invoices, managing financial reconciliation; · Maintaining office supplies and purchasing as required; · Providing administrative support for event management; Workshop creation, advertising and delivery. · Assisting with fulfilling requirements of the Governance Code, regulatory requirements of the Health Service Executive, Mental Health Services. The Administration Officer will be based in the Recovery College South East in Kilkenny and the employment of this post is hosted by Mental Health Ireland on behalf of the HSE Dublin and South East, Regional health Authority, Mental Health Services. The position is part-time, with flexible working hours. Working hours will be 15 hours per week. The above Job Description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Competition specific selection process Short listing will be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your curriculum vitae and letter of application at the closing date. The criteria for short listing is based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and knowledge section of this job specification. Benefits · Employee Assistance Programme. · Bike to Work Scheme. · Good Friday is a Privilege Day (Day off) · Defined Contribution Pension Scheme. · Incremental Pay Scale in place. · Company Sick Benefit. Working Week 15 hours per week. Contract Length 24 Months Specified Purpose Contract. Remuneration The salary for this post is analogous with the 2025 WRC agreed Section 39 HSE-funded salary scale, in line with HSE Grade Clerical Officer III, Point 3 is €30,279 per annum, this is working Full Time. The Salary for the post is part time, working 15 hours per week, will be €12,275 per annum. This role is funded by HSE Dublin & South East (working into the area of Recovery College South East and Involvement Centres) Annual leave 24 days prorated Probation 6-month probationary period
