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Army Recruit - General Service
The Defence Forces are now accepting applications for General Service Recruit in the Army. We live in a world of diversity; the Defence Forces require men and women from all backgrounds that possess a strong sense of duty, enjoy working as part of a team, and are looking for a rewarding yet challenging career. Army applicants must be at least 18 years old and under the age of 39 years of age on the closing date for applications. When making an application for General Service Recruitment applicants should be aware that the areas of responsibility that applicants apply to are as follows: 1 Brigade - Cork Interview Centre Cork, Carlow, Clare, Galway, Kerry, Kilkenny, Laois, Limerick, Offaly, Tipperary, Waterford and Wexford 2 Brigade - Dublin / DFTC Curragh Interview Centre Dublin, Cavan, Donegal, Kildare, Leitrim, Longford, Louth, Mayo, Meath, Monaghan, Roscommon, Sligo, Westmeath and Wicklow. Where possible we will facilitate applicants to conduct fitness testing & interview at a location closest to their home. What is an Army Recruit? An Army Recruit is a person who enlists for General Service in the Defence Forces and on completion of the initial training program is promoted to Private 2*. Information About Army General Service Recruits The Defence Forces is looking for people who are looking for a challenging and physically demanding career in the military. Applicants should have: The ability to work in disciplined military environment.The ability to work with others in a team.Work well in a high pressure and physically demanding environmentBe willing to serve abroad for extended periods of time. On qualification recruits take up a position as a three star private in one of the following Service Corps — Infantry, Artillery, Cavalry, Transport or Communications Information Systems. Qualifications No formal education qualifications are required to join the Defence Forces as a recruit. However, you must satisfy the Interview Board and the Recruiting Officer that you possess a sufficient standard of education for service in the Defence Forces. Age Limitations Applicants must be 18 years of age and under 39 years of age on the date deemed as the closing date for applications. Induction Recruit Competitions are held in each Brigade of the Army as required and are the only way to join the Defence Forces to become a Private Soldier. Candidates undergo fitness testing, psychometric testing, an interview and a medical exam. In conjunction with this all candidates will be security vetted by An Garda Síochana. Candidates must also provide two referee`s as part of the security vetting process. Candidates will be required to pass both the medical examination and security vetting to be considered for induction. The Induction Process will determine if you have the potential to become a Private Soldier in the Army. Helpful Application Process video'sTraining The Recruit Training Syllabus is designed to produce a physically fit, disciplined and motivated Two Star Infantry Soldier with basic military skills. Recruit training is foundation military training. It is twelve weeks in duration. It is followed by 3 Star training and at a later stage by Trained Soldier Specialist Training courses. Recruits may be required to complete their training in any Defence Forces location and following their training, may be posted to any Defence Forces location subject to Defence Forces requirements. Career Progression Newly qualified Private Soldiers are encouraged to put themselves forward for further courses in the Army. These courses may enable the soldier to specialise in certain areas of the Army or qualify the soldier for promotion and overseas service. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Naval Service Recruit - General Service
The Defence Forces are now accepting applications for General Service Recruit in the Naval Service. We live in a world of diversity; the Defence Forces require men and women from all backgrounds that possess a strong sense of duty, enjoy working as part of a team, and are looking for a rewarding yet challenging career. Naval Service applicants must be at least 18 years old and under the age of 39 years of age on the closing date for applications. What is a Naval Service Recruit A Naval Service Recruit enlists for General Service in the Other Ranks of the Defence Forces. After successfully completing the initial Recruit Training course a recruit passes out as an Ordinary Seaman and will then go onto their Branch Training Course before becoming qualified as an Able Body sailor in the Naval Service. Who we want Naval Service Recruits go on to form the backbone of the Irish Naval Service. Recruit training is 22 weeks in duration and is designed to develop a physically fit, disciplined and motivated person using basic military and naval skills in order to prepare them for further training in the Service. Recruits are instilled with the Naval Service ethos and the values of Courage, Respect, Integrity and Loyalty. On successful completion of the Recruit training, the Recruit is advanced to the training rank of Ordinary Rating (equivalent of 2 Star Private in the Army). The Naval Service has four Branches consisting of Seaman's, Communications, Mechanicians and Supplies. The Ordinary Rate commences their chosen Branch training giving them the specialised skills required to fulfil their role at sea and ashore. After this initial specialisation training, the Ordinary Rate will proceed to sea and take up an appointment onboard one of our ships for a two year rotation. Life at sea is at all times varied. The Ordinary Rate regardless of Branch is a much valued member of the ships crew. As well as Branch duties, he/she will be called on to complete other duties such as general maintenance, boat work, Damage Control/Firefighting. He/she may also be a member of a Naval Boarding team during Drug Interdiction Operations. If you are interested in a life at sea, as part of a dynamic, professional and highly motivated team, then the Naval Service is for you. Qualifications No formal education qualifications are required to join the Defence Forces as a recruit. You need to satisfy the Interview Board and the Recruiting Officer that you possess a sufficient standard of education for service in the Defence Forces. Age Limitations Applicants must be 18 years of age and under 39 years of age on the date deemed as the closing date for applications. Induction Recruit Competitions are held in the Naval Service as required. This is the only way to join the Naval Service to become an Ordinary Seaman. Candidates undergo fitness testing, an interview and a medical exam. The Induction Process will determine if you have the potential to become an Ordinary Seaman in the Naval Service. Application Process Training The Recruit Training Syllabus is designed to produce a physically fit, disciplined and motivated Ordinary Seaman with basic military skills. Naval Recruit training is foundation military training. It is 22 weeks in duration. It is followed by Trained Specialist Training courses. On successful completion of training Recruits are assigned to a Branch and a vessel of the Naval Service. Download the Naval Service Induction & Training Career Progression Newly qualified Ordinary Seamen are encouraged to put themselves forward for further courses in the Naval Service. These courses may enable the Seaman to specialise in certain areas of the Naval Service and progress towards career advancement. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Air Corps Recruit - General Service
The Defence Forces are now accepting applications for General Service in the Air Corps. We live in a world of diversity; the Defence Forces require men and women from all backgrounds that possess a strong sense of duty, enjoy working as part of a team, and are looking for a rewarding yet challenging career. Air Corps applicants must be at least 18 years old and under the age of 39 years of age on the closing date for applications. Applications will only be accepted online. Job Details The Defence Forces are now accepting applications for General Service in the Air Corps.We live in a world of diversity; the Defence Forces require men and women from all backgrounds that possess a strong sense of duty, enjoy working as part of a team, and are looking for a rewarding yet challenging career.Air Corps applicants must be at least 18 years old and under the age of 39 years of age on the closing date for applications. IMPORTANT NOTICE* It is the candidate's sole responsibility to enter their email address correctly when completing the application form. The candidate will receive an acknowledgement within 48 hours of submitting the online application. If a candidate does not receive an acknowledgement within the time, the candidate must inform Recruitment & competition section within 72 hours of applying by emailing recruitment@defenceforces.ie Candidates should be aware that some email providers filter @defenceforces.ie into junk/spam folder. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Reserve Defence Forces
The Reserve Defence Forces are now accepting applications for the Army Reserve and the Naval Service Reserve. We are looking for men and women from all backgrounds who enjoy working as part of a team. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and not more than 39 years of age on date of enlistment. Former members of the PDF or RDF with a minimum of one (1) years' service, can apply to join the RDF up to the age of 45 years of age. (We cannot accept applications from persons under 18 years of age). CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Staff Officer
The Role The Staff Officer role can be assigned to either an administrative supervisory position within the Council, assigned responsibility for the administration and management of a work area, section or team, or to a developmental role (general economic/community development) or project development and delivery role. The Staff Officer will work within these roles as part of multi-disciplinary teams, assisting with the development and implementation of work programmes to achieve goals, targets and standards set out in Departmental and Team Plans. He/she will be expected to be a self-starter and use initiative and work to a high standard. The post holder may have a supervisory role in the day to day operations of a work area or as a team leader. The role requires excellent administrative, supervisory, interpersonal, communication, research, reporting, budgetary and timescale management, and other particular skills and expertise depending on assignment. The post holder will be expected to carry out their duties in a manner that enhances public trust and confidence and ensures impartial decision making. The Staff Officer will generally work under the direction and management of the Senior Staff Officer, Administrative Officer and/or Senior Executive Officer or analogous grade as appropriate and will, from time to time, be required to deputise for senior personnel and must be willing to take on this challenge. Panel Information and Eligibility In accordance with the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) agreement, the following procedure will apply to the recruitment of clerical and administrative Grade IV to Grade VII posts in Leitrim County Council: Panel A - 50% Confined to the Local Authority Sector Panel B – 30% Open Panel C – 20% Confined to Employees of Leitrim County Council Leitrim County Council will, following the recruitment and interview process, form three panels from which future relevant vacancies may be filled during the lifetime of the panels. Panel A – Confined to the Local Authority Sector This will comprise of successful eligible candidates in order of merit serving in a local authority or Regional Assembly (where applicable) Panel B – Open This will comprise of all successful candidates in order of merit and may include candidates serving in a local authority, regional assembly and external applicants Panel C – Confined to current employees of Leitrim County Council This will comprise of successful eligible candidates in order of merit who are currently employed by Leitrim County Council. The Qualifications – Panel A & C 1. Character Each candidate shall be of good character. 2. Health Each candidate shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. 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 in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. 4. Education, Training, Experience etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: • be a serving employee of a local authority or a regional assembly and have not less than two years’ satisfactory experience in a post of Clerical Officer or analogous post. Note: Candidates must hold a current valid unendorsed driving licence in respect of category B vehicles and must advise if this is not the case. The Qualifications – Panel B 1. Character Each candidate shall be of good character. 2. Health Each candidate shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Citizenship Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: (g) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or (h) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or (i) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (j) 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 (k) 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 (l) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. 4. Education, Training, Experience etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (i) (a) have obtained at least Grade D (or a Pass), in Higher or Ordinary Level, in five subjects (or four subjects if Irish is included) from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Established Leaving Certificate Examination or Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme including Irish and/or English and one of the following: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics, and (b) have obtained at least Grade C (or Honours) in Higher Level (or Honours) papers in three subjects in that examination (or two subjects if Irish and/or one of the following is included: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics), or (ii) have obtained a comparable standard in an equivalent examination, or (iii) hold a third level qualification of at least degree standard, Note: Candidates applying for Panel B must submit copy of educational qualifications as outlined above. Applications for Panel B received without the necessary documentation will be deemed ineligible and will not be considered further for this panel. Note: Candidates must hold a current valid unendorsed driving licence in respect of category B vehicles and must advise if this is not the case. The Ideal Candidate Shall have: • Knowledge and understanding of the structure and functions of local government; • Knowledge of current local government issues, priorities, concerns and future direction; • Understanding of the varied role of a Staff Officer; • Relevant administrative and/or /economic/community development/project development and delivery experience; • Experience of supervising staff and/or projects/work programmes; • Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team; • Strong resource, research and project management skills. • Strong organisational skills including meeting facilitation and administration; • Strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills and the ability to prepare and present reports and to represent the Council in a professional and credible manner; • Ability to build, manage and nurture partnerships and relationships across a range of stakeholders; • Ability to develop and deliver programmes and projects and to work to strict deadlines; • Ability to work on own initiative as well as an integral part of a team; • Flexibility and availability to work outside normal office hours as required; • Knowledge and experience of operating ICT systems. Competencies for the Post: Key Competencies for the post include the following and candidates will be expected to demonstrate sufficient evidence within their application form of competence under each of these. Please take particular note of these when completing the application form as any short-listing or interview processes will be based on the information provided by candidates: Delivering Results / Communicating Effectively • Translates the business or team plan into clear priorities and actions for their area of responsibility. • Plans work and allocation of staff and other resources effectively. • Implements high quality service and customer care standards. • Makes decisions in a timely and well informed manner. • Develops and maintains positive, productive and beneficial working relationships. • Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills. Performance Management • Leads and develops the team to achieve corporate objectives. • Effectively manages performance. • Ability to develop and deliver programmes and projects and to work to strict deadlines. • Ability to work on own initiative as well as an integral part of a team. Personal Effectiveness • Takes initiative and is open to taking on new challenges or responsibilities. • Manages time and workload effectively. • Has strong organisational skills including meeting facilitation and administration. • Has strong resource and project management skills. • Maintains a positive and constructive and enthusiastic attitude to their role. • Understands and implements change and demonstrates flexibility and openness to change. • Is a self-starter, strong on research and maintains resilience in securing buy in and commitment to overall concepts or projects. Knowledge, Experience and Skills • Has knowledge and understanding of the structure and functions of local government. • Has knowledge of current local government issues, priorities, concerns and future direction. • Understands the varied role of Staff Officer. • Has relevant administrative, or economic/community development or project development, management and delivery experience. • Has experience of supervising staff. • Has experience of working as part of a team. • Has experience of preparing reports and correspondence The Principal Terms and Conditions The position is wholetime, permanent and pensionable. 1. Duties The duties of the office are to give to the local authority and (a) Such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Acts, is Chief Executive, and (b) to any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in sub-paragraph (a) of this paragraph, under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such other officers as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate services of an administrative, supervisory and advisory nature as are required for the exercise and performance of any of its powers, duties and functions as may be delegated to him or her by the Chief Executive from time to time and shall include the duty of deputizing for other officers of the local authority. The main duties and responsibilities of the Staff Officer may include but are not limited to: • Responsibility for the supervision of a work area or section within the Council, including supervision of a team; • Overseeing the management and delivery of projects/programmes as assigned, including budgetary management; • Supporting the line manager to ensure section or department work programmes are developed and implemented to deliver on the Council’s operational plan, including supervising the work of the team; • Supervising employees in supporting roles, including assignment of tasks and duties, scheduling and prioritising work and monitoring and reporting on progress; • Being involved in the day-to-day management of resources within their section or team; • Providing support to team members and employees, handling day to day issues, ensuring compliance with all council policies and procedures; • Providing leadership, support and assistance in the development and delivery of projects including research, preparation of project plans, funding applications, tender documents, budgetary and timescale management etc as required; • Identifying and developing proposals to secure additional funding, through funding initiatives as they become available; • Developing and maintaining positive and productive working relationships across a range of internal and external stakeholders; • Working on an inter-agency basis and with external bodies and groups as appropriate in relation to the development and delivery of programmes and projects; • Identifying and developing collaborative partnerships and programmes in response to identified needs; • Providing information and assistance relating to their area of work as required; • Monitoring and supervising project and programme delivery as appropriate; • Compiling, preparing and presenting reports/claims/returns, including site visits, record checking, presentations and correspondence as necessary; • Representing their Section/Department/Leitrim County Council on relevant committees and/or at a range of meetings and events as and when required; • Identifying opportunities for improvements in service delivery within their section or team; • Supporting and implementing change management initiatives within their section or team; • Participating in corporate activities and responsibilities appropriate to the grade; • Being in compliance with Health and Safety legislative requirements, policies and procedures and safe systems of work; • Deputising for the line manager or equivalent as required; • Undertaking any other duties of a similar level and responsibility, as may be required, or assigned from time to time. 2. Salary: The salary scale for the post of Staff Officer (effective 1 st March 2025) is within the range: €51,210, €52,739, €54,301, €55,895, €57,501, €59,373 (LSI 1), €61,252 (LSI 2). Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with relevant Departmental Circulars. Offers of appointment to persons who are not serving local authority employees will be based on the minimum of this scale. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the office shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their office or in respect of services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. 3. Probation All contracts will be subject to a probationary period, during which the performance of the successful applicant will be regularly evaluated. Where a person is permanently appointed to Leitrim County Council the following provisions shall apply – (a) There shall be a period after appointment takes effect, during which such a person shall hold the position on probation; (b) Such period shall be 12 months but the Chief Executive may, at his/her discretion, extend such period; (c) Such a person shall cease to hold the position at the end of the period of probation, unless during this period the Chief Executive has certified that the service is satisfactory; (d) There will be ongoing assessments during the probationary period. Employment may be terminated by either party during probation or at the end of the probationary period on one week’s notice. 4. Annual Leave The annual leave entitlement for this post will be 30 days per annum 5. Health For the purpose of satisfying the requirement as to health it will be necessary for each successful candidate, before he/she is appointed, to undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the local authority. 6. Working Hours The successful candidate’s normal hours of work will be 35 hours per week. The Council reserves the right to alter hours of work from time to time. All hours of work will be subject to and recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 and the Organisation of Working Time Act (Regulations) 2001. 7. Superannuation: Persons who are pensionable under the Local Government (Superannuation) (Consolidation) Scheme 1998, and are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution, will be required in respect of superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependant or qualified children). You will also be required in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Childrens’ Contributory Pension) Scheme to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the Scheme. Persons who become pensionable officers of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of his/her superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of pensionable remuneration. You may also be required to pay Spouses and Children/Widows and Orphans contributions at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration. All new entrants to pensionable public service employment on or after 1 January 2013 will be members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. All members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will be required to contribute 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration plus 3% of pensionable remuneration. Pension and retirement lump sums for member of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will be based on career-average pay; pensions will be co-ordinated with the State Pension Contribution Scheme. 8. Retirement Age The Single Public Service Pension Scheme (“Single Scheme”) as provided by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 commenced with effect from 1st January 2013. The act introduced new retirement provisions for new entrants to the public service appointed on or after 1st January 2013, as well as to former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks. Retirement age will be in line with the age of eligibility for the State Pension Contributory (SPC). Compulsory Retirement Age will be 70. There is no mandatory retirement age for “new entrants” to the public service as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004.
Fitness Instructor
Make your PASSION your PROFESSION! We are looking for a qualified Fitness Instructor on a Part Time basis to join our team at Aura Leitrim . Are you passionate about helping people to lead healthier lives? Why join the Aura Family? We are the best in our industry! We don’t just talk about our values; we live them every single day. We don't say we’re the best place to work - our people do… We've been recognised as a Best Workplaces in Ireland in 2024. This is the 6th year Aura is ranked in the Top 30 Large Irish Workplaces. We are also recognised Best Workplace for Women and Best Workplace for Health & Wellbeing in 2024. At Aura our people are at the heart of our business and our culture is built on embracing diversity and inclusion. We put our people first in everything we do. We place emphasis on learning and development, so if you join us you can expect to learn and grow throughout your career. Other reasons to join our team…. · Friends and Family Benefit – all employees get to nominate a friend or family member for free membership of one of our leisure centres · Our Training Academy – opportunities to certify to the highest industry standards in a range of industry practices such as Lifeguarding, Swim Teaching, Pool Plant Operations etc · Aspire Programme – our talent development programme which gives you unrivalled access to training, development and further certification opportunities · Career Development – opportunities to become a Tutor in a range of industry practices and to shape the careers of others · Aura One Hub – benefits, rewards and recognition platform · EAP Programme – a free confidential comprehensive advice and support service ranging from financial and legal advice to counselling for you and your family members · Our GEM Awards programme, acknowledging those who go the extra mile · A range of other benefits such as Bike to Work, TaxSaver, retail discounts, Length of Service benefit and discounted Health Insurance for employee’s and dependants through the HSF Health Plans Our vision is BIG…. Aura's vision is for a healthier and happier Ireland by improving the health and wellbeing of our nation through exercise, sport and active living. Your mission: · Meet, greet, assess and design RESULTS driven fitness programs for our members · Engage with members constantly ensuring retention targets are met · Coach, teach and inspire a positive outlook of fitness to our members · Drive the effective delivery of our various fitness programs · Create high quality fitness classes that will motivate and inspire our members to great results · Deliver our Group Fitness Branded Classes to the highest standards · Carry out all administrative work associated with this role · Cleaning and maintenance of the gym and fitness related areas · Be an inclusive and positive influence for all of our members · Attend mandatory meetings and training sessions that develop your skills · Display a commitment to our vision, purpose and values · Deliver high standards of Health and Safety practices at all times · Ensure policies, procedures and gym etiquette are adhered to · Be an Aura ambassador and represent the company with a professional approach and attitude · Be an inspirational fitness hero to our customers!! These are just some of the tasks our amazing Fitness Instructors undertake each day and this list is just part of what life in Aura has in store for you. Here’s what we need from you: · An EQF Level 3 or RQF Level 2 Fitness instructor certificate, or equivalent · A Group Fitness or Exercise to Music certificate · A positive attitude and a genuine passion for helping people to become fitter and healthier · A passion for instructing people how to learn and understand fitness related training · Previous experience working as a Fitness Instructor is desirable · Strong communication skills and the ability to work within a team · Flexible in relation to your hours/days of work · Due to the nature of this role fluent English is required CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Swim Teacher
DIVE into a CAREER with AURA! We are looking for a qualified Swim Teacher on a Part Time basis to join our team at Aura Leitrim . · Flexible working hours – morning, afternoon, evening, both weekdays and weekend shifts available! · Make your passion your profession and teach people how to swim! · Upskilling opportunities across other areas of the business. Why join the Aura Family? We are the best in our industry! We don’t just talk about our values; we live them every single day. We don't say we’re the best place to work - our people do… We've been recognised as a Best Workplaces in Ireland in 2024. This is the 6th year Aura is ranked in the Top 30 Large Irish Workplaces. We are also recognised Best Workplace for Women and Best Workplace for Health & Wellbeing in 2024. At Aura our people are at the heart of our business and our culture is built on embracing diversity and inclusion. We put our people first in everything we do. We place emphasis on learning and development, so if you join us you can expect to learn and grow throughout your career. Other reasons to join our team…. · Friends and Family Benefit – all employees get to nominate a friend or family member for free membership of one of our leisure centres · Our Training Academy – opportunities to certify to the highest industry standards in a range of industry practices such as Lifeguarding, Swim Teaching, Pool Plant Operations etc · Aspire Programme – our talent development programme which gives you unrivalled access to training, development and further certification opportunities · Career Development – opportunities to become a Tutor in a range of industry practices and to shape the careers of others · Aura One Hub – benefits, rewards and recognition platform · EAP Programme – a free confidential comprehensive advice and support service ranging from financial and legal advice to counselling for you and your family members · Our GEM Awards programme, acknowledging those who go the extra mile · A range of other benefits such as Bike to Work, TaxSaver, retail discounts, Length of Service benefit and discounted Health Insurance for employee’s and dependants through the HSF Health Plans Our vision is BIG…. Aura's vision is for a healthier and happier Ireland by improving the health and wellbeing of our nation through exercise, sport and active living. Your mission: · Inspire people with your passion for swimming · Ensure a fun and inclusive learning environment · Teach all abilities and ages to swim · Maintain safety of our customers at all times · Give valuable feedback to learners to help them develop their skills · Display a commitment to our vision, purpose and values · Attend mandatory meetings and training sessions · Maintain a high standard of customer service · Be an Aura ambassador and represent the company with a professional approach and attitude These are just some of the tasks our swim teachers undertake each day and this list is just part of what life in Aura has in store for you. Here’s what we need from you: · Swim Teacher qualification Level I or Level II required · A positive attitude and a genuine focus on teamwork · A passion for teaching people how to swim · Previous experience working as a Swim Teacher is an advantage · Committed and consistent availability to work flexible hours/days · Due to the nature of this role fluent English is required CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Leisure Attendant
We’re Serious about Health and Fitness! We are looking for a Leisure Attendant on a Part Time and Full Time basis to join our team at Aura Leitrim . Why join the Aura Family? We are the best in our industry! We don’t just talk about our values; we live them every single day. We don't say we’re the best place to work - our people do… We've been recognised as a Best Workplaces in Ireland in 2024. This is the 6th year Aura is ranked in the Top 30 Large Irish Workplaces. We are also recognised Best Workplace for Women and Best Workplace for Health & Wellbeing in 2024. At Aura our people are at the heart of our business and our culture is built on embracing diversity and inclusion. We put our people first in everything we do. We place emphasis on learning and development, so if you join us you can expect to learn and grow throughout your career. Other reasons to join our team…. · Friends and Family Benefit – all employees get to nominate a friend or family member for free membership of one of our leisure centres · Our Training Academy – opportunities to certify to the highest industry standards in a range of industry practices such as Lifeguarding, Swim Teaching, Pool Plant Operations etc · Aspire Programme – our talent development programme which gives you unrivalled access to training, development and further certification opportunities · Career Development – opportunities to become a Tutor in a range of industry practices and to shape the careers of others · Aura One Hub – benefits, rewards and recognition platform · EAP Programme – a free confidential comprehensive advice and support service ranging from financial and legal advice to counselling for you and your family members · Our GEM Awards programme, acknowledging those who go the extra mile · A range of other benefits such as Bike to Work, TaxSaver, retail discounts, Length of Service benefit and discounted Health Insurance for employee’s and dependants through the HSF Health Plans Our vision is BIG… Aura's vision is for a healthier and happier Ireland by improving the health and wellbeing of our nation through exercise, sport and active lifestyles. The role of a Leisure Attendant involves working in different areas of the Leisure Centre according to your training and qualifications. This varied role requires you to be a great all-rounder. If you have a Swim Teaching, Lifeguard and/or Fitness qualifications, and want to learn and develop in this industry – this role is for you! Your mission: · Display a commitment to our vision, purpose and values · Ensure a fun and inclusive environment for our customers · Be an Aura ambassador and represent the company with a professional approach and attitude · Make your passion your profession and help Aura to achieve a healthier and happier Ireland! These are just some of the tasks our amazing Leisure Attendants undertake each day and this list is just part of what life in Aura has in store for you. Here’s what we need from you: · Hold the following qualifications: * RLSS Pool Lifeguard or IWS Pool Lifeguard Qualification and either both or one of the following qualifications: * STA, IWS or SI Swim Teacher qualifications * NCEHS / NCEF Fitness Instructor Qualification · A passion for the health and fitness industry · A willingness to train and qualify in all three disciplines listed above · A positive attitude and a genuine passion for helping people · Previous experience in instructing classes (Swim, Fitness or both) is desirable · Flexible in relation to your hours/days of work – morning, afternoon and night shifts both weekdays and weekends available · Due to the nature of this role fluent English is required CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Executive Officer
The Role Job Description This is a junior management position which offers an excellent opportunity to build a career in Revenue and to experience a wide variety of work, which may include the following: • Tax, excise and customs related audits and compliance work including the use of electronic audit techniques. • Working both individually and as part of a team to confront non-compliance. • Contributing to the development of tax and customs policy. • Advising on interpretation of taxation and customs law and practice. • Using data and statistical analysis to assist in risk identification. • Managing staff performance as required. Applicants should note that Revenue is a responsive and agile organisation and, as such, they may be assigned to projects and other duties appropriate to the role of Executive Officer in Tax, Audit and Compliance. Training and Development Revenue provides excellent opportunities for personal development and life-long learning. We have a wide range of roles across all aspects of the tax code with a commitment to mobility and development. We operate a specially developed modern performance measurement framework aimed at building skills and maximising potential. We sponsor and support many additional training courses including those leading to recognised qualifications. In addition to the bespoke technical training outlined below, Revenue offers a range of enhanced support for employees who wish to pursue professional qualifications in their relevant fields. These supports include a generous study leave allocation for attending lectures and preparing for exams, extra tutorials, and access to subject matter experts, as well as peer learning and support throughout the process. Technical Training Executive Officers will be required to complete Revenue’s audit training programme. This includes practical training carrying out Revenue interventions; and may include an academic qualification on a course accredited by a recognised academic institution and/ or professional body, on which you will be required to successfully complete all relevant exams and course work. Courses commence in January, April, and September each year. The training covers many areas of tax and customs law and procedures, takes approximately three years to complete and is specifically aimed at providing Executive Officers with the technical skills to undertake the full range of Revenue compliance work. This training is delivered via a blended delivery model and there will be an element of in-person classroom attendance required. The location for this in-person training will be determined by the members in each group. While Revenue will try to accommodate training locally, an element of travel may be required. In such cases, the normal rules relating to travel and subsistence will apply. Examples of practical elements of the programme may include: • Business taxes audit of both chargeable persons and companies. • Compliance interventions on PAYE taxpayers. • Investigative work to detect tax and duty evasion across all tax types. • Applying analytics to Revenue’s business, intelligence, and risk systems to detect compliance risks. Why Work for Revenue? Making a Difference A career in Revenue is meaningful, varied, rewarding and interesting, and can encompass a wide range of activities in the areas of tax, customs and excise, administrative law, and ICT. Revenue staff enjoy rewarding careers with work ranging from direct engagement with individual taxpayers, businesses, and tax agents; to policy development and analysis; investigative work; legal services; and frontier management to name but a few. Our staff work both independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment. We offer exciting opportunities to solution-orientated people whose values align with ours to help us be a high performing and responsive tax and customs administration. Learning and Development Revenue recognises the value of investing in its staff and developing their skillsets both to their benefit and to the benefit of our overall capability as an organisation. Revenue provides excellent opportunities for personal and career development, as well as lifelong learning in leadership, management, and technical skills. Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Revenue is an equal opportunities employer. We promote, recognise, and respect the cultural diversity within our workforce, nurturing a culture of dignity and respect for all, with a team dedicated to supporting diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing. Environment We acknowledge our duty within our workplace and to the wider environment. We encourage approaches that reduce our carbon footprint by communicating and managing sustainable practices in our offices, as well as engaging with ‘Green’ Public Procurement policies in securing goods and services. Work-Life Balance In addition to the personal and professional fulfilment of positively impacting on Irish society and the support that Revenue offers its staff in achieving this, other benefits to a career in Revenue include: • Stable employment following a one-year probationary period. • Flexible working hours. • Flexi-leave (for grades up to and including Higher Executive Officer). • Option to apply for a shorter working week/ year following probation and subject to approval. • Blended working opportunities: while requests for blended working may be facilitated, some on-site (i.e. office/ business premises) attendance will be required in all roles, in line with business needs. Person Specification The position involves working as part of a tax, audit, and compliance team, including in relation to excise duties. Necessary elements of the role may involve face-to-face interaction with both taxpayers (business and personal) and tax advisers, as well as site visits to business premises. An interest in developments in business and the economy generally is essential. Additionally, being comfortable discussing wide-ranging tax, excise, and business matters across a broad spectrum of taxpayers and agents is crucial. Candidates need to be enthusiastic, willing to learn and have a commitment to the job of auditing. An interesting and varied career will be offered to successful candidates. Applicants should possess or have the capacity to quickly acquire and assimilate all the abilities required of an Executive Officer in Tax, Audit and Compliance. In particular, applicants must demonstrate, by reference to specific achievements in their work or academic career to date, that they can effectively perform the duties of the role as outlined in Section 2 above. A description of the competencies is set out in the Appendix. Location This is a nationwide competition. Please select your location preferences when completing the application form. You must only select a location where you would be prepared to take up a position and you may only select a maximum of 2 locations. Please also note you may not change your location preferences after the closing date of this competition. Revenue may, subject to business needs, offer posts in other locations which were not cited as location preferences at application stage. If this occurs, offers would be made in strict order of merit from the panel established. Revenue has modern, flexible, and family-friendly working policies, which include opportunities for blended working. In blended working arrangements, some office attendance in your location preference (and occasional attendance in Dublin) will be required in all roles, in line with business needs. Successful candidates are required to remain in their assigned location for a minimum of two years. Revenue has an active mobility policy; appointees may apply to move to an Executive Officer level role in Revenue or another Government Department under the Civil Service Mobility Scheme after two years in the post. Essential Entry Requirements Candidates must have, on or before, Friday, 02 May 2025: a) Obtained a minimum of a Level 6 Qualification on the National Framework of Qualifications which includes a financial or legal discipline. OR b) Hold an internationally recognised industry certified equivalent qualification in at least one of these areas (e.g., A.I.T.I., Tax Technician, Accounting Technician), that Revenue agrees to be at least an equivalent or higher standard to the above. OR c) Hold a minimum of a Level 8 Qualification on the National Framework of Qualifications. Selection Methods Potential Selection Methods These may include some or all of the following: • An Eligibility Sift. • Shortlisting of candidates based on the information contained in their application form. • Online assessment tests. • A competitive interview (final stage) via MS Teams based on the essential competencies required for the post and the information contained in the applicant’s application form. This may include a presentation relevant to the role (topic will be identified when candidates are scheduled for interview). Candidates are not permitted to use any type of recording equipment at any stage of the selection process. This applies to any form of sound recording and any type of still picture or video recording, whether including sound recording or not, and covers any type of device used for these purposes. Assessment Boards An assessment board, or boards, will be set up by Revenue to conduct any interim selection processes and interviews. Selection Stages It is important to note that candidates must reach the required standard in any interim selection stage, to be considered suitable for progression to the next stage of the selection process. Candidates progressed to final interview stage must meet a minimum standard of 55% in each scoring area, to be considered for inclusion on the panel. Panel A panel1 will be established from this competition to fill positions that may arise over the lifetime of the panel. This panel will expire one year from the date of its establishment. Placement on a panel is not a guarantee of appointment to a position. It is important to note that: • Once an offer is accepted, the candidate will not be considered for any other appointment from the panel. • If an offer of a post in a location is declined, the candidate may not be considered for the declined location again; but may remain on the panel in consideration for offers of posts arising in other locations. Job Posts Candidates who are successful in this competition may be offered posts in other government departments, or elsewhere in Revenue as appropriate, in accordance with business needs. Candidates who decline posts in other government departments will remain eligible for consideration of posts in Revenue in accordance with section 7.4. Reasonable Accommodations Reasonable accommodation in our selection process refers to adjustments and practical changes which would enable a candidate with a disability 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. If a candidate requires any reasonable accommodations to be made at any stage of the selection process, the candidate should set out the requirement on the application form and Revenue will endeavour to make the necessary arrangements. Alternatively, candidates can email CSDOpenRecruitment@revenue.ie. Requests for reasonable accommodations must be outlined in advance; any matters brought to attention afterwards may not be taken into consideration. Terms and Conditions of Service General The appointment is to a permanent post in the Civil Service and is subject to the Civil Service Regulations Acts 1956 to 2005, the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004 and any other Act for the time being in force relating to the Civil Service. Salary: Personal Pension Contribution (PPC Rate) The salary scale for the position of Executive Officer in Revenue, as of 1 March 2025, is as follows: Personal Pension Contribution (PPC) €37,544 €39,465 €40,550 €42,667 €44,564 €46,400 €48,229 €50,019 €51,848 €53,670 €55,604 €56,900 €58,748 (LSI 1) €60,610 (LSI 2) The PPC pay rate applies when the individual is required to pay a Personal Pension Contribution (otherwise known as a main scheme contribution) in accordance with the rules of their main/personal superannuation scheme. This is different to a contribution in respect of membership of a Spouses’ and Children’s scheme, or the Additional Superannuation Contributions (ASC). A different rate will apply where the appointee is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution. Long service increments may be payable after 3(LSI1) and 6(LSI2) years’ satisfactory service at the maximum of the scale. Important Note Entry will be at the minimum of the scale and the rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation and may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Different terms and conditions may apply if you are a currently serving civil or public servant. Subject to satisfactory performance increments may be payable in line will current Government Policy. You will agree that any overpayment of salary, allowances, or expenses will be repaid by you in accordance with Circular 07/2018: Recovery of Salary, Allowances, and Expenses Overpayments made to Staff Members/Former Staff Members/Pensioners. Tenure and Probation The appointment is to a permanent position on a probationary contract in the Civil Service. The probationary contract will be for a period of one year from the date specified on the contract. At the discretion of the Head of Office a person may be assigned to other work depending on the business needs and capability development of the office and that person’s career development needs. During the probationary contract period, a person’s performance will be subject to review by their supervisor(s) to determine whether the person: (i) Has performed in a satisfactory manner. (ii) Has been satisfactory in general conduct. (iii) Is suitable from the point of view of health with particular regard to sick leave. Prior to completion of the probationary contract, a decision will be made as to whether or not a person will be retained pursuant to Section 5A(2) Civil Service Regulation Acts 1956- 2005. This decision will be based on performance assessed against the criteria set out in (i) to (ii) above. The detail of the probationary process will be explained to the person by Revenue and the person will be given a copy of the Department of Public Expenditure NDP Delivery and Reform guidelines on probation. Notwithstanding the preceding paragraphs in this section, the probationary contract may be terminated at any time prior to the expiry of the term of the contract by either side inaccordance with the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts, 1973 to 2005. In the following circumstances your contract may be extended, and your probation period suspended: • The probationary period stands suspended when an employee is absent due to Maternity or Adoptive Leave. • In relation to an employee absent on Parental Leave or Carers Leave, the employer may require probation to be suspended if the absence is not considered to be consistent with the continuation of the probation. • Any other statutory provision providing that probation shall - (i) stand suspended during an employee’s absence from work, and (ii) be completed by the employee on the employee’s return from work after such absence. Where probation is suspended, Revenue will notify you of the circumstances relating to the suspension. If an appointee who fails to satisfy the conditions of probation has been a serving civil servant immediately prior to their appointment from this competition, the issue of reversion will normally arise. In the event of reversion, an officer will return to a vacancy in their former grade in their former Department.
