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Overview of role: Working within the main kitchen of the Hospital, the catering assistant will provide assistance in all aspects of preparation, cooking and storing of food for patients, staff and visitors in addition to cleaning duties associated with the provision of a high quality catering service. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Equal Opportunity Statement and Benefits UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. At UPMC we provide a total rewards program that is not only market competitive, but fair and provides growth opportunities for all our colleagues. Compensation – Competitive pay for the work employees do – base pay, performance related pay and premium pay where applicable. Benefits – Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents. Competitive Pension Plan, company funded Death in Service Benefit x 3 times. Critical Illness cover for all employees up to the age of 66. Performance and Recognition – Rewards for performance that supports the goals and mission of UPMC through our annual ACES programme. Work-Life Balance – Enhanced annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days. Flexible working opportunities to support you to work around external family commitments. Development and Career Opportunities – Opportunities for each employee to reach their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Executive Engineer
JOB REQUIREMENTS MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS Minimum Eligibility Requirements are the minimum requirements required for the position and are set out by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage for administrative and technical/engineering grades. For outdoor grades and some specialised grades, the minimum eligibility requirements are set out by Kilkenny County Council Human Resources Department in consultation with the relevant Line Manager as they are not set centrally by the Department. Applicants will be required to submit scanned images of documentation to establish the applicant meets the following minimum eligibility criteria: Character Each candidate must be of good character. Health Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Citizenship Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, 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. Education, Training, Experience etc. PLEASE NOTE: • FAILURE TO UPLOAD ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS I.E. QUALIFICATIONS, I.D. ETC., AT SUBMISSION STAGE WILL AUTOMATICALLY RESULT IN AN INVALID APPLICATION. • CANDIDATES SHOULD SATISFY THEMSELVES THAT THEIR EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION. • APPLICANTS WITH NON-IRISH QUALIFICATIONS CAN AVAIL OF THE ON-LINE RECOGNITION OF FOREIGN QUALIFICATIONS SERVICE PROVIDED BY QUALITY AND QUALIFICATIONS IRELAND (QQI) AND MUST SUBMIT PROOF OF SAME WITH THEIR APPLICATIONS. • FAILURE TO FULLY COMPLETE EACH QUESTION ON THE APPLICATION FORM MAY DEEM YOUR APPLICATION INVALID (ANSWERS WHICH REDIRECT TO OTHER RESPONSES ARE NOT PERMITTED). Candidate shall: (a) Hold an honours degree (level 8 in the National Framework of Qualifications) in Engineering; (b) Have at least five years satisfactory relevant engineering experience; (c) Possess a high standard of technical training and experience; and (d) Possess a high standard of administrative experience. DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS Kilkenny County Council can for any position they advertise, include Desirable Requirements. Desirable Requirements are those that would be beneficial to optimising job performance. Desirable Requirements can be used if necessary to reduce numbers called for interview. It is desirable that each candidate shall: 1. An understanding of the Local Government System and the range of roles and responsibilities of Kilkenny County Council. 2. A good knowledge and awareness of statutory obligations of Health and Safety Legislation the implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace. 3. Be able to demonstrate how their experience has given them the skills to schedule/programme the carrying out of work. 4. Have experience in the management and supervision of staff. Applicants should satisfy themselves they are eligible under the required qualifications. Kilkenny County Council may not be in a position to investigate the eligibility of all candidates in advance of the interview/examination, and hence persons who are ineligible but nevertheless enter, may put themselves to unnecessary expense. SAFEPASS Each applicant must hold a current Safepass Card at appointment. JOB DESCRIPTION ROLE Kilkenny County Council invites applications from suitably qualified persons, who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which temporary and permanent vacancies for Executive Engineer may be filled. Positions may arise in any area of the Council’s functions which include Roads, Environment, Water Services, Housing, and Planning. Executive Engineers are appointed to a wide variety of roles across the Council. The role can include responsibility for the management and successful delivery of a range of major and minor capital projects; responsibility for the management and effective delivery of a range of services and responsibility for the management and supervision of assigned staff. The person/s appointed will work under the direction and control of the Senior Engineer or Senior Executive Engineer or other officer designated by the Director of Services or the Chief Executive. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES DUTIES OF THE EXECUTIVE ENGINEER SHALL INCLUDE: The duties may include but are not limited to the following and the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. 1. Supervise, control and carry out engineering/ancillary services to include the preparation and management of work programmes. 2. Identify infrastructural needs and oversee the design and delivery of infrastructural projects including the procurement and management of consultants and contractors using current best practice project management, contract management and financial management procedures. 3. Manage staff performance and development. 4. Manage budgets as effectively and efficiently as possible, in respect of capital works and service delivery. 5. Maintaining and proactively developing a culture of Health, Safety and Welfare in the workplace. 6. Ensuring compliance with Health, Safety and Welfare legislation and regulations, and Kilkenny County Council’s Safety Management Systems. 7. Ensuring works are implemented in compliance with all relevant legislation and regulations including planning and procurement requirements. 8. Deal with representations from elected members, community organisations and members of the public. 9. Represent the County Council at meetings with elected members, community/general interest groups, businesses, residents and the general public. 10. Prepare reports for meetings, as required. 11. Liaise with other local authorities, Government Departments and statutory agencies. 12. Work with senior management in devising and implementing strategies leading to improved efficiencies in delivery of services. The above specification 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 to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. PARTICULARS OF OFFICE TYPE OF POST To form a panel from which relevant vacancies may be filled during the lifetime of the panel. SALARY The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The holder of the office shall pay to Kilkenny County Council any fees or other monies (other than inclusive salary) payable to and received by him/her by virtue of his/her office or in respect of services which he/she is required by or under any enactment to perform. In accordance with EL02/2011 persons who are not serving Local Authority employees must be placed on the minimum of the scale. Where a person being appointed is a serving Local Authority employee normal starting pay rules will apply. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with government policy. The current salary scale for the position is €59,067 minimum of the scale to €82,108 maximum of the scale, inclusive of LSI’s. SUPERANNUATION CONTRIBUTION 1. Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 New members joining the public sector on or after 1st January 2013 will be required to join the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. It applies to all first-time entrants to the Public Service as well as former public servants returning to the public sector after a break of more than 26 weeks. Your contributions will be made up of 3% of your gross pensionable remuneration and 3.5% of your net pensionable remuneration (your gross pensionable remuneration less twice the value of the Contributory State Pension). Your normal retirement age under this scheme is the same age at which you can claim the Contributory State Pension. The minimum age for receipt of this pension is Age 66. There is a compulsory retirement age of 70 years. 2. Persons who commenced in Public Service Employment after 6th April 1995 and prior to 1st January 2013: Persons who became pensionable employees after 6th April 1995 and prior to 1st of January 2013, without a break in employment, will join the Local Government (Superannuation) (Consolidation) Scheme 1998. Contributions are payable at the rate of 1.5% of your basic salary, 3.5% of basic salary less twice two times the value of the Contributory State Pension and a further 1.5% is payable for spouse and children’s contributions (*non-officer grades pay a co-ordinated contribution: ‘Non-New Entrants’ (those who became pensionable after 6th of April 1995 and prior to 1st April 2004) have a minimum retirement age of 60 and a compulsory retirement age of 70. ‘New Entrants’ (those who became pensionable after 1st April 2004 and prior to 1st January 2013) have minimum retirement age of 65 with no compulsory retirement age. 3. Persons who commenced in Public Service Employment before 6th April 1995: Their minimum retirement age is 60 and they have a compulsory retirement age of 70 as per Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government Circular Letter CL/2/2019. Contributions are 5% of basic salary and 1.5% of basic salary toward Widow’s & Orphan’s or Spouse & Children’s Scheme. PENSION ABATEMENT If the appointee was previously employed in the Civil Service or in the Public Service please note that the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 (Section 52) includes a provision which extends abatement of pension for all Civil and Public Servants who are re-employed where a Public Service Pension is in payment. This provision to apply abatement across the wider public service came into effect on 1 November 2012. This may have pension implications for any person appointed to this position that is currently in receipt of a Civil or Public Service pension or has a preserved Civil or Public Service pension which will come into payment during his/her employment in this position. Prior to appointment, successful applicants will be obliged to complete a declaration in relation to previous Public Service pensionable employment. Please note: In applying for this position you are acknowledging that you understand the abatement provisions, where relevant, will apply. It is not envisaged that the employing Department/Office will support an application for an abatement waiver in respect of appointments to this position. PENSION ACRUAL A 40-year limit on total service that can be counted towards pension where a person has been a member of more than one pre-existing public service pension scheme (i.e. non-Single Scheme) as per the 2012 Act shall apply. This 40-year limit is provided for in the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. This may have implications for any appointee who has acquired pension rights in a previous public service employment. PROBATION The following provisions shall apply: 1. There shall be a period after such appointments take effect during which such persons shall hold such office on probation; 2. Such period shall be one year but the Chief Executive may at his/her discretion extend such period; 3. Such persons shall cease to hold such employment at end of the period of probation unless during such period the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL QUESTIONNAIRE/ EXAMINATION For the purposes of satisfying the requirement as to health, it will be necessary for each successful applicant, before he/she is appointed, to complete a pre-employment questionnaire which will be examined by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by Kilkenny County Council. In some circumstances an in-person medical examination may have to be arranged. In the event the applicant does not take up the post following the pre-employment medical, he/she will reimburse Kilkenny County Council the cost of the medical questionnaire/ examination, as per a previously signed understanding. HOURS OF WORK The person appointed will be required to work a 35-hour week Monday to Friday which equates to a 7-hour day. ANNUAL LEAVE Annual leave entitlement for this position is 30 days per annum in accordance with Department of Environment, Community & Local Government Circular LG(P) 07/2011. TRAVEL When required to do so holders of the office shall hold a full driving licence for class B vehicles free from endorsement and disqualification and, shall drive a motor car in the course of their duties and for this purpose provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the Local Authority. It is Kilkenny County Council policy that all staff using their private cars for work purposes, regardless of the frequency should: 1) Indemnify Kilkenny County Council on their personal insurance policy 2) Note business class on their personal policy 3) It is the obligation of the driver/owner to ensure that the vehicle is fit to be on the public road. Travelling expenses and subsistence expenses necessarily incurred in the course of official duties will be refunded in accordance with appropriate rates in line with the relevant Department Circulars and any other relevant documents. If during your employment, your licence is revoked, even temporarily, or if you receive endorsements on your licence, which may affect your duties, you are obliged to notify the Council immediately. LOCATION The holder of the office shall reside in the district in which his/her duties are to performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. SAFETY, HEALTH & WELFARE The holder of the post shall comply with Kilkenny County Council’s Safety Management System. He/she shall familiarise him/herself with the Safety statement for his/ her section and all the associated safety & health risk assessments, safe systems of work, and procedures and make proper use of all safety clothing and equipment. Failure to comply with the Safety Statement and its requirements may result in disciplinary action. TRAINING It is a condition of employment that successful applicants will be required to participate in training programmes relevant to the skills necessary for the performance of the duties attaching to the post. POLICIES & PROCEDURES The post-holder will be expected to abide and adhere to the policies & procedures applicable to Kilkenny County Council. COMMUNICATIONS Kilkenny County Council will contact you, when necessary, at each stage of the competition by email. It is strongly recommended that you only submit one email address with the application form, and that you do not change your email address during this recruitment campaign, as any email will be sent to the email address originally supplied on your application form. It is important to note that the email address you provide when applying must be one that you can access at all times. The onus is on the applicant to inform the Human Resources Department of any change in email address throughout the recruitment and selection campaign. This can be done by emailing human.resources@kilkennycoco.ie. The onus is also on each applicant to ensure that s/he is in receipt of all communication from the Council. Kilkenny County Council does not accept responsibility for communications not accessed or received by an applicant. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Assistant Engineer
JOB REQUIREMENTS MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS Minimum Eligibility Requirements are the minimum requirements required for the position and are set out by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage for administrative and technical/engineering grades. For outdoor grades and some specialised grades, the minimum eligibility requirements are set out by Kilkenny County Council Human Resources Department in consultation with the relevant Line Manager as they are not set centrally by the Department. Applicants will be required to submit scanned images of documentation to establish the applicant meets the following minimum eligibility criteria: Character Each candidate must 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. Citizenship Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, 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. Education, Experience etc. PLEASE NOTE: • FAILURE TO UPLOAD ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS I.E. QUALIFICATIONS, I.D. ETC., AT SUBMISSION STAGE WILL AUTOMATICALLY RESULT IN AN INVALID APPLICATION. • CANDIDATES SHOULD SATISFY THEMSELVES THAT THEIR EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION. • APPLICANTS WITH NON-IRISH QUALIFICATIONS CAN AVAIL OF THE ON-LINE RECOGNITION OF FOREIGN QUALIFICATIONS SERVICE PROVIDED BY QUALITY AND QUALIFICATIONS IRELAND (QQI) AND MUST SUBMIT PROOF OF SAME WITH THEIR APPLICATIONS. • FAILURE TO FULLY COMPLETE EACH QUESTION ON THE APPLICATION FORM MAY DEEM YOUR APPLICATION INVALID (ANSWERS WHICH REDIRECT TO OTHER RESPONSES ARE NOT PERMITTED). Candidates shall, on the latest date for receipt of completed applications: a) Hold an honours degree (Level 8 in the National Framework of Qualifications) in Engineering; b) Have at least two years satisfactory relevant engineering experience; and c) Possess a high standard of technical training and experience; DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS Kilkenny County Council can for any position they advertise, include Desirable Requirements. Desirable Requirements are those that would be beneficial to optimising job performance. Desirable Requirements can be used if necessary to reduce numbers called for interview. It is desirable that each candidate shall have: 1. An understanding of the Local Government System and the range of roles and responsibilities of Kilkenny County Council. 2. A good knowledge and awareness of statutory obligations of Health and Safety Legislation the implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace. 3. Be able to demonstrate how their experience has given them the skills to schedule/programme the carrying out of work. 4. Demonstrate good ICT Skills. 5. The ability to work with multidisciplinary teams. Applicants should satisfy themselves they are eligible under the required qualifications. Kilkenny County Council may not be in a position to investigate the eligibility of all candidates in advance of the interview/examination, and hence persons who are ineligible but nevertheless enter, may put themselves to unnecessary expense. SAFEPASS Each applicant must hold a current Safepass Card at appointment. JOB DESCRIPTION ROLE Kilkenny County Council invites applications from suitably qualified persons, who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which relevant vacancies may be filled during the lifetime of the panel. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES DUTIES OF THE ASSISTANT ENGINEER SHALL INCLUDE: The Council has a current requirement for an Assistant Engineer in the Roads Section. Future roles may arise in other Sections during the life of the panel e.g. Special Projects, Facilities Management, Road Design. The Assistant Engineer duties include but are not limited to the following: 1. Carrying out of engineering and ancillary duties as assigned and provide support to senior personnel across all service areas. 2. Have responsibility in the management of outdoor operational crews. 3. Aid in the designing and preparation of contract documents, tendering, drafting recommendations on appointment of successful service providers and contractors. 4. Supervision and contract administration of works. 5. Assist in the preparation and management of programmes and budgets. 6. Identifying opportunities for improvements or achievements of efficiencies in service delivery. 7. Maintaining and proactively developing a culture of Health and Safety in the workplace. 8. Ensuring compliance with Health and Safety legislation and regulations, and Kilkenny County Council’s Safety Management Systems. 9. Ensuring works are implemented in compliance with all relevant legislation and regulations; including planning and procurement requirements. 10. Implementation and development of in-house quality management systems. 11. Assist in assessing planning applications from an engineering perspective. 12. Dealing efficiently, effectively, and professionally at all times with residents, businesses, community groups, elected members, local authorities, Government Departments, and stakeholders. 13. Liaising with and responding to other local authorities, Government Departments and statutory agencies where required. 14 Compiling, preparing, and presenting reports as necessary to a variety of stakeholders. 15 Participating in and supporting the management of an engineering / administrative workforce and associated issues including PMDS. 16 Deputising for the Executive Engineer or other senior grade when required. 17 Undertaking any other duties of a similar level and responsibility, as may be required, or assigned, from time to time. PARTICULARS OF OFFICE TYPE OF POST To form a panel from which relevant vacancies may be filled during the lifetime of the panel. SALARY The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The holder of the office shall pay to Kilkenny County Council any fees or other monies (other than inclusive salary) payable to and received by him/her by virtue of his/her office or in respect of services which he/she is required by or under any enactment to perform. In accordance with EL02/2011 persons who are not serving Local Authority employees must be placed on the minimum of the scale. Where a person being appointed is a serving Local Authority employee normal starting pay rules will apply. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with government policy. The current salary scale for the position is €46,802 minimum of the scale to €72,609 maximum of the scale, inclusive of LSI’s. SUPERANNUATION CONTRIBUTION 1. Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 New members joining the public sector on or after 1st January 2013 will be required to join the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. It applies to all first-time entrants to the Public Service as well as former public servants returning to the public sector after a break of more than 26 weeks. Your contributions will be made up of 3% of your gross pensionable remuneration and 3.5% of your net pensionable remuneration (your gross pensionable remuneration less twice the value of the Contributory State Pension). Your normal retirement age under this scheme is the same age at which you can claim the Contributory State Pension. The minimum age for receipt of this pension is Age 66. There is a compulsory retirement age of 70 years. 2. Persons who commenced in Public Service Employment after 6th April 1995 and prior to 1st January 2013: Persons who became pensionable employees after 6th April 1995 and prior to 1st of January 2013, without a break in employment, will join the Local Government (Superannuation) (Consolidation) Scheme 1998. Contributions are payable at the rate of 1.5% of your basic salary, 3.5% of basic salary less twice two times the value of the Contributory State Pension and a further 1.5% is payable for spouse and children’s contributions (*non-officer grades pay a co-ordinated contribution: ‘Non-New Entrants’ (those who became pensionable after 6th of April 1995 and prior to 1st April 2004) have a minimum retirement age of 60 and a compulsory retirement age of 70. ‘New Entrants’ (those who became pensionable after 1st April 2004 and prior to 1st January 2013) have minimum retirement age of 65 with no compulsory retirement age. 3. Persons who commenced in Public Service Employment before 6th April 1995: Their minimum retirement age is 60 and they have a compulsory retirement age of 70 as per Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government Circular Letter CL/2/2019. Contributions are 5% of basic salary and 1.5% of basic salary toward Widow’s & Orphan’s or Spouse & Children’s Scheme. PENSION ABATEMENT If the appointee was previously employed in the Civil Service or in the Public Service, please note that the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 (Section 52) includes a provision which extends abatement of pension for all Civil and Public Servants who are re-employed where a Public Service Pension is in payment. This provision to apply abatement across the wider public service came into effect on 1 November 2012. This may have pension implications for any person appointed to this position that is currently in receipt of a Civil or Public Service pension or has a preserved Civil or Public Service pension which will come into payment during his/her employment in this position. Prior to appointment, successful applicants will be obliged to complete a declaration in relation to previous Public Service pensionable employment. Please note: In applying for this position, you are acknowledging that you understand the abatement provisions, where relevant, will apply. It is not envisaged that the employing Department/Office will support an application for an abatement waiver in respect of appointments to this position. PENSION ACRUAL A 40-year limit on total service that can be counted towards pension where a person has been a member of more than one pre-existing public service pension scheme (i.e., non-Single Scheme) as per the 2012 Act shall apply. This 40-year limit is provided for in the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. This may have implications for any appointee who has acquired pension rights in a previous public service employment. PROBATION The following provisions shall apply: 1. There shall be a period after such appointments take effect during which such persons shall hold such office on probation. 2. Such period shall be one year, but the Chief Executive may at his/her discretion extend such period. 3.Such persons shall cease to hold such employment at end of the period of probation unless during such period the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION/QUESTIONNAIRE For the purposes of satisfying the requirement as to health, it will be necessary for each successful applicant, before he/she is appointed, to complete a pre-employment questionnaire which will be examined by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by Kilkenny County Council. In some circumstance an in-person medical examination may have to be arranged. In the event the applicant does not take up the post following the pre-employment medical, he/she will reimburse Kilkenny County Council the cost of the medical questionnaire/examination, as per a previously signed understanding. HOURS OF WORK The person appointed will be required to work a 35 -hour week Monday to Friday which equates to a 7-hour day. ANNUAL LEAVE Annual leave entitlement for this position is 30 days per annum in accordance with Department of Environment, Community & Local Government Circular LG(P) 07/2011. TRAVEL When required to do so holders of the office shall hold a full driving licence for class B vehicles free from endorsement and disqualification and, shall drive a motor car in the course of their duties and for this purpose provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the Local Authority. It is Kilkenny County Council policy that all staff using their private cars for work purposes, regardless of the frequency should: 1) Indemnify Kilkenny County Council on their personal insurance policy 2) Note business class on their personal policy 3) It is the obligation of the driver/owner to ensure that the vehicle is fit to be on the public road. When applicable for specific roles, travelling and subsistence expenses necessarily incurred in the course of official duties will be refunded in accordance with appropriate rates in line with the relevant Department Circulars and any other relevant documents. If during your employment, your licence is revoked, even temporarily, or if you receive endorsements on your licence, which may affect your duties, you are obliged to notify the Council immediately. LOCATION The holder of the office shall reside in the district in which his/her duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. SAFETY, HEALTH & WELFARE The holder of the post shall comply with Kilkenny County Council’s Safety Management System. He/she shall familiarise him/herself with the Safety statement for his/ her section and all the associated safety & health risk assessments, safe systems of work, and procedures and make proper use of all safety clothing and equipment. Failure to comply with the Safety Statement and its requirements may result in disciplinary action. TRAINING It is a condition of employment that successful applicants will be required to participate in training programmes relevant to the skills necessary for the performance of the duties attaching to the post. POLICIES & PROCEDURES The post-holder will be expected to abide and adhere to the policies & procedures applicable to Kilkenny County Council. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Head Porter/Security
Remuneration The salary scale as of 01/03/2025 for the post is: €40,412, €40,649, €40,870, €40,870, €40,870, €40,894, €41,014, €41,146, €41,319, €41,405, €41,541, €41,684, €41,815. New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. Purpose of the Post • Provide leadership and management in portering/security services in achieving a standard of excellence. • Ensure the delivery of high standards of portering/security services are provided in St Luke’s General Hospital (SLK). • Ensure effective and efficient provision of portering/security services is provided to ensure quality and patient safety is upheld. • The person holding this post is required to support the principle that the care of the patient comes first at all times and will approach their work with the flexibility and enthusiasm necessary to make this principle a reality for every patient to the greatest possible degree. • Maintain throughout SLK’s awareness of the primacy of the patient in relation to all hospital activities. • Performance management systems are part of the role and you will be required to participate in SLK’s performance management programme. Principal Duties and Responsibilities The post holder must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of IT systems and an ability to use computer software to record and retrieve information. Administrative Duties • Work with the Deputy Head Porter, in managing staff duties to ensure the smooth running of portering/security services include rostering arrangements, daily workloads and ensuring that service requirements are met. Arrange cross cover for porters for annual leave/sick leave/Linen service cover as and when required. • Have line manager knowledge of grievance and disciplinary procedure and Dignity at Work. • Record monitor and approve all leave types. • Prepare for Senior validation, process and manage all payroll duties for the discipline in line with the National Financial Regulations Ensure that pay returns are accurate and returned in a timely manner. • Monitor unplanned /planned absences and ensure adequate cover is available to meet service need. • Ensure that staff attendance is managed as per HSE policies procedures and guidelines. Convene and make necessary actions resulting from return to work meetings for staff following absenteeism. • Ensure that records and time returns of staff are kept and that any unauthorised absences are reported and managed. • Ensure that monthly reports are provided to demonstrate the effective and efficient use of resources. • Arrange scheduled portering services team meetings with portering staff. • Provide portering representation at relevant committees and groups. • Support the development and implementation of written policies, procedures & guidelines. • Communicate to porters on new policies, procedures and guidelines. • Participate in hospital audit relevant to portering/security service. Education and Training • The post holder must be familiar with the necessary education, training and support to enable them to meet their responsibility and has a duty to familiarise themselves with the relevant organisational policies, procedures and standards • Participate and coordinate both mandatory and in service training and development in order to maintain enhance and develop the necessary knowledge and skills to provide a quality portering/security service. • Ensure statutory training is attended as required and that staff training is kept up to date, e.g. manual handling, hand hygiene, fire safety, waste management training, security training and Therapeutic Management of Violence & Aggression (TMVA) training or equivalent. • Ensure that fire orders and safety health and welfare at work legislation are observed and that staff attends any other health and safety programmes as required. • Provide mentoring and training for new portering service employees • Attend mandatory training programmes • Strive to maintain standards of practice and levels of clinical knowledge by participating in continuous professional development initiatives and attendance at relevant courses as appropriate • Participate in induction and mentoring with professional colleagues. • Participate and play a role in the practice education of student Dietitians. • Produce and evaluate nutrition education materials for patients and multidisciplinary teams. • Participate in clinical supervision, mentoring and appraisal • Actively participate in the staff grade rotations to new specialities within the department, as required. KPI’s • The identification and development of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) which are congruent with the Hospital’s service plan targets. • The development of Action Plans to address KPI targets. • Driving and promoting a Performance Management culture. • In conjunction with line manager assist in the development of a Performance Management system for your profession. • The management and delivery of KPIs as a routine and core business objective. Risk management, Infection Control, Hygiene Services and Health & Safety • The management of Risk, Infection Control, Hygiene Services and Health & Safety is the responsibility of everyone and will be achieved within a progressive, honest and open environment. • The post holder must be familiar with the necessary education, training and support to enable them to meet this responsibility. • The post holder has a duty to familiarise themselves with the relevant Organisational Policies, Procedures & Standards and attend training as appropriate in the following areas: • Continuous Quality Improvement Initiatives. • Document Control Information Management Systems. • Risk Management Strategy and Policies. • Hygiene Related Policies, Procedures and Standards. • Decontamination Code of Practice. • Infection Control Policies. • Safety Statement, Health & Safety Policies and Fire Procedure. • Data Protection and confidentiality Policies. • The post holder is responsible for ensuring that they become familiar with the requirements stated within the Risk Management Strategy and that they comply with the SLK’s Risk Management Incident/Near miss reporting Policies and Procedures. • The post holder is responsible for ensuring that they comply with hygiene services requirements in your area of responsibility. Hygiene Services incorporates environment and facilities, hand hygiene, catering, cleaning, the management of laundry, waste, sharps and equipment. • The post holder must foster and support a quality improvement culture through-out your area of responsibility in relation to hygiene services. • It is the post holders’ specific responsibility for Quality & Risk Management, Hygiene Services and Health & Safety this will be clarified to you in the induction process and by your line manager. • The post holder must take reasonable care for his or her own actions and the effect that these may have upon the safety of others. • The post holder must cooperate with management, attend Health & Safety related training and not undertake any task for which they have not been authorised and adequately trained. • The post holder is required to bring to the attention of a responsible person any perceived shortcoming in our safety arrangements or any defects in work equipment. • It is the post holder’s responsibility to be aware of and comply with the HSE Health Care Records Management/Integrated Discharge Planning (HCRM / IDP) Code of Practice. • Ensure hospital security schedule is adhered to as per hospital policies and procedures. • Report to relevant service any perceived shortcomings in hospital safety arrangements or any defects in hospital equipment utilized by portering/security services. • Monitor areas of concern or unsafe practices within portering/security services and escalate via relevant organisational structures. • Support the development and implementation of risk assessments relevant to portering/security services. • Prepare and record incidents/accidents arising in the course of portering/security services duties as per SLK site policy. • Ensure prompt collection and transport of specimens to the laboratory and safe collection and transport of products from laboratory to required departments. • Ensure the safe movement of patient’s goods and hospital equipment throughout the hospital. • Ensure that adequate supplies of medical gases are available at all times and staff are adequately trained in the use transport and storage of medical gas cylinders. • Ensure the safe and efficient collection of soiled linen from departments to designated holding areas as per hospital policies and procedures. • Safely operate a company vehicle in accordance with road safety and traffic regulations. • Perform deliveries, collections, or transportation of goods, equipment, or personnel as required. PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING GENERAL CONDITIONS: • Employees must attend fire lectures periodically and must observe fire orders. • All accidents within the Department must be reported immediately. • Infection Control Policies must be adhered to. • In line with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act, 2005 all staff must comply with all safety regulations and audits. • In line with the Public Health (Tobacco) (Amendment) Act 2004, smoking within the Hospital Buildings is not permitted. • Hospital uniform code must be adhered to. • Provide information that meets the need of Senior Management. • To support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. 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 to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/or experience Candidates must on the latest date for receiving completed application forms for the office possess: 1. Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc. (a) i. Have a Leaving Certificate level or Equivalent. And ii. Have relevant hospital/healthcare experience within the last 5 years. And iii. Have experience in management and supervision of staff including management of rotas.And iv. Have experience dealing with public/customer services. 2. Health Candidates for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient servic e. 3. Character Candidates for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Post Specific Requirements • A flexible approach to working hours as some out-of-hours work may be required • Candidate must hold a Current Full Class B Driver’s Licence Other requirements specific to the post Access to appropriate transport as the post may involve travel. Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Demonstrates the following: Technical / Professional Knowledge • Demonstrate the knowledge to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the post including knowledge of St Lukes Hospital & Services offered. • Demonstrate evidence of computer skills, including the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and e-mail, as relevant to the role Leadership and Teamwork • Demonstrate leadership and team working skills within a multi-disciplinary team. Planning and Organisational Skills • Demonstrate evidence of effective planning and organising skills. • Demonstrate the ability to manage deadlines and handle multiple tasks effectively. • Demonstrate experience in working effectively under pressure. Communication / Interpersonal skills • Demonstrate effective communication skills including the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner, written and verbal. • Demonstrate an ability to receive and implement instructions in an effective and efficient manner. Problem Solving & Decision Making • Demonstrate the ability to evaluate information, solve problems and make decisions in a timely manner. • Demonstrate the ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team to resolve problems and implement solutions. Commitment to Providing a Quality Service • Demonstrate a commitment to providing a quality service; including an awareness and appreciation of the service user such as patients, general public, medical and non-medical staff.
Receptionist
This role will be a job share with every second week off. As a Receptionist/Secretary, you will be involved in supporting Partners, Directors, Senior Managers and Managers across the office. Prioritising, multi-tasking and maintaining a high level of confidentiality on all matters is essential. The role involves various secretarial and administration functions for the team, as well as acting as Receptionist and other office duties. Given the nature of the duties, the role will be office based. Responsibilities: In this role your responsibilities include but are not limited to: Reception / Hospitality / Office Management
Domestic, Team Lead
Domestic, Team Lead, Baile, Ceannaire Foirne The Role: To ensure that the cleaning standards are achieved and maintained to enable St. Luke’s General Hospital Carlow/Kilkenny to provide an efficient and effective Housekeeping services, to satisfy HIQA Requirements. The hours of work for housekeeping services will/can include: Informal enquiries: Name: Inga Peciuliene, Environmental Services Manager, St. Luke’s General Hospital Email: Inga.Peciuliene@hse.ie Mobile: 056 7785818 HR Point of Contact: Name: Reymary Reyes, Human Resources Department, HSE Dublin and South East Email: reymary.reyes@hse.ie | Mobile: 087 3421382 Application Process: *** CV's will NOT be accepted*** Closing date: Friday 4th July 2025 @ 5pm Applications are to be made by Rezoomo System. Please use Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Safari or Mozilla Firefox browsers to apply on Rezoomo. CV's will not be accepted. Information submitted in your application will be shared with the assessment panel as part of the recruitment and selection process.
Clinical Midwife Manager
To work within a multidisciplinary team in the provision of a safe, effective, high quality midwifery and nursing service to women, babies and their families. He/She will have overall responsibility for the effective use of midwifery / nursing and support services resources in the delivery of care. Key working relationships will include Director of Midwifery, Assistant Director of Midwifery, CMM3’s, CMM2’s, CMS’s Midwives, Nurses, Health Care Assistants, Obstetricians and Junior doctors. Application form only, CV's will not be accepted
Clinical Midwife Specialist
Application form only, CV's will not be accepted
Clinical Nurse Manager
Clinical Nurse Manager 2 (Medical / Surgical) The Role: The post of CNM 2 has a pivotal role in service planning, co-ordinating, and managing activity and resources within the clinical area. The main responsibilities are: quality assurance, resource management, staffing and staff development, practice development, facilitating communication and professional / clinical leadership. The Person: Candidates must have at the latest date of application: 1. Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc. (a) i. Are registered in the relevant division of the Register of Nurses & Midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI) (An Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann) or entitled to be so registered. And ii. Have at least 5 years post registration experience (or an aggregate of 5 years fulltime post registration experience) of which 2 years must be in the speciality or related area of Acute Medical and Acute Surgical Nursing. And iii. Have the clinical, managerial and administrative capacity to properly discharge the functions of the role. And iv. Candidates must demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development. And (b) Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability including a high standard of suitability and clinical, managerial and administrative capacity to properly discharge the functions of the role. Post Specific Requirements: Please demonstrate depth and breadth of experience in acute medical and acute surgical nursing as relevant to the role. Other Requirements Specific to the post Do you have access to appropriate transport to fulfil the requirements of the role as post may involve frequent travel. Informal enquiries: Name: Brid Crennan, Assistant Director of Nursing, St. Luke’s General Hospital Email: brid.crennan@hse.ie Mobile: 056 771 7010 HR Point of Contact: Name: Reymary Reyes, Human Resources Department, St. Luke’s General Hospital Email: reymary.reyes@hse.ie Mobile: 087 3421382 Application Process: *** CV's will NOT be accepted*** Closing date: Tueday 1st July 2025 @ 5pm Applications are to be made by Rezoomo System. Please use Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Safari or Mozilla Firefox browsers to apply on Rezoomo. CV's will not be accepted. Information submitted in your application will be shared with the assessment panel as part of the recruitment and selection process.
Speech & Language Therapist Staff
*** CVS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED *** The Speech and Language Therapist (Staff Grade) will be responsible for the provision of a high quality, person-centred Speech and Language Therapy service to a designated clinical area(s) and will carry out clinical and educational duties as assigned by the Senior Speech and Language Therapist / Speech and Language Therapist Manager
