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General Information: County Leitrim, located in the North West of Ireland, has a growing economy, picturesque landscape, vibrant communities and a strong arts and cultural sector. Leitrim County Council’s vision is to build an economically strong, creative, inclusive county, making Leitrim the best place to live, work, invest and visit. Key to the achievement of our priorities and objectives is a skilled and committed workforce, supported by enabling technologies, efficient work processes and learning and development opportunities. We are committed to the training, support and encouragement of our staff and we offer benefits across family friendly initiatives, personal development and wellbeing of staff. The Role The Chief Technician will work as part of a multi-disciplinary design office team dealing mainly with all the different aspects of infrastructure design. He/she will be expected to be a self-starter and use initiative and work to a high standard. The role requires excellent technical, supervisory, interpersonal, communication, research, reporting, budgetary and timescale management. 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 position of Chief Technician is a senior technical post within the Council. The successful candidate will work under the direction and management of the Executive Engineer, Senior Executive Engineer, Senior Engineer or Director of Service as appropriate and will, from time to time, be required to deputize for senior personnel and must be willing to take on this challenge. The Qualifications: Character Candidates shall 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: i. A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or ii. A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or iii. A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or iv. 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 v. 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 vi. 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. Education, Training, Experience, etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) Have satisfactory experience, in a technician post at Grade 1 or higher level or in an analogous post under a local authority or health board in the state, (b) Have at least nine years satisfactory relevant experience in a technician post at Grade II or higher level or an analogous post, (c) Have a thorough knowledge of all the technical aspects of local authority work and also a deeper knowledge of at least one relevant section of the work and have experience in taking charge of such a section or other sections of the work, (d) Have adequate experience in dealing with other departments within their own organisations and with other bodies, (e) Have adequate experience in the direction, supervision and control of staff, and (f) Possess technical training and experience and administrative experience of a high standard. Note: Candidates must hold a current valid unendorsed driving license in respect of category B vehicles or equivalent in the EU Model Driving Licence and must advise if this is not the case. A copy of Licence must be submitted with your application. The Ideal Candidate Shall Have: • A track record of delivering results. • A high proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D. • Experience with using the Map Road Pavement Management System (PMS) Software System and MapInfo. • Experience of inputting Road Works Programs in Map Road Pavement Management System (PMS). • Experience in maintaining and updating a County Roadworks Schedule. • Familiarity with Road Condition and Pavement Surface Index Surveys on local roads. • Experience in all aspects of Road Design. • A track record of technical input to statutory procedures such as CPOs, Byelaws, and Part 8 Applications. • Familiarity with the role of the Road Management Office (RMO). • Experience in completing financial claims and submitting same to the TII or Government Departments. • Experience of installing and maintaining mapping on Council network which involves liaison with OSI. • Experience in contributing to the operational and strategic planning processes and in the implementation of the agreed aims of same. • Excellent interpersonal, communication and influencing skills. • 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. • Experience of managing finance and budgets and ensuring value for money. • Good general ICT skills. • Ability to work under pressure, both independently and as part of a team. • Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team including supervision of staff. • Ability to self-motivate and achieve good performance. • Ability to motivate, empower, encourage and achieve maximum efficiency and value for money from the personnel and processes under his/her control. • An understanding of local authority services and structures in Ireland. • Skills to schedule/programme the carrying out of work. 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. Management and Change • Can translate corporate policies and objectives into operational plans and outputs. • Displays the ability to think and act strategically. • Demonstrates innovation and creativity to secure successful outcomes. • Has a clear understanding of the political reality and context of the organisation. • Develops and maintains positive, productive and beneficial relationships with a range of stakeholders. • Builds networks of technical and professional contacts. • Fully implements safe systems of working in accordance with Safety Management System. • Effectively manages the introduction of change and demonstrates flexibility and openness to change. Delivering Results • Contributes to operational plans and develops team plans in line with priorities and actions for their area of operations. • Plans and prioritises work and resources effectively. • Establishes high quality service and customer care standards. • Can pinpoint critical information and address issues logically. • Understands the context and impact of decisions made. • Makes timely, informed and effective decisions and shows good judgement and balance in making decisions and recommendations. • Promotes the achievement of quality outcomes in delivering services. • Evaluates the outcomes achieved, identifies learning and implements improvements required. Performance through People • Leads, motivates and engages others to achieve quality results. • Builds and leads positive, diverse and productive sections/units and teams effectively. • Leads by example in terms of commitment, flexibility and a strong customer service ethos. • Effectively manages performance including underperformance or conflict. • Empowers and encourages people to deliver their part of the operational plan. • Recognises the value of and requirement to communicate effectively with all employees. • Has highly effective verbal and written communication skills and good interpersonal skills. • Presents ideas clearly and effectively to individuals and groups. The Principal Terms & Conditions: The post is whole-time, permanent and pensionable and will be based in Leitrim County Council Offices in Carrick on Shannon, County Leitrim. 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 a technical, 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. Reporting to the Senior Executive Engineer, Road Design Department, or such other officer as may be determined from time to time, the main duties and responsibilities of the Chief Technician may include, but will not be limited to, the following: • Providing necessary information to Senior Management relevant to their area of responsibility. • Management and supervision of staff and the co-ordination of duties of staff under their control. • Ensuring the efficient delivery of services in their area of responsibility. • Providing technical services to the area of responsibility to which he/she has been assigned, e.g. site inspections, site surveying, creation of drawings and graphics, report writing and such other duties associated with a drawing office. • Operating the appropriate technology as required to carry out the work to which he/she has been assigned, CAD, Graphics, GIS software such as ESRI/ArcGIS, Autodesk AutoCAD, MapRoad PMS, Microsoft Office suite of applications such as Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Agresso. • Drafting and inputting roadworks program on Map Road Pavement Management System (PMS). • Liaison with the Road Management Office. • Preparing and submitting monthly claims to TII. • Maintaining and updating the Road Works Schedule. • Reviewing of speed limits in County Leitrim and maintaining the speed limits database on Map Road Pavement Management System (PMS). • Liaising with other departments, members of the public and external agencies in relation to operational aspects of assigned work. • Functioning as a Team Leader, including prioritising work as determined by the Head of Department/Service, acting as a facilitator and co-ordinator between team members and other departments and external agencies, and being responsible for the allocation of work and ensuring task completion. • Preparation of estimates. • Preparation of public consultation display material. • Preparation of design drawings, contract documents, supervision of tender process and completion of tender assessment reports. • Preparation of drawings/reports for and attendance at meetings. • Preparation and monitoring of works programmes. • Preparation of land registry maps, dealing with the land registry office and assessment of titles, advising on implications of particular title/property dealing. • Providing technical advice and mapping support regarding the preparation and conclusion of Compulsory Purchase Orders, serving notices etc. • Responding to Service in Charge queries regarding public road ownership. • Preparation and uploading of Performance Indicator Data. • Contributing to individual staff development, personal development and team development initiatives. • Providing a high level of service to public representatives, including attendance at and presentations at meetings, including Municipal District level. • Carrying out all responsibilities in relation to Health and Safety and maintaining, managing where required and proactively developing a culture of Health and Safety in the workplace. • Undertaking any course of training organised by Leitrim County Council which he/she is designated to attend. • Keeping up to date with latest specifications and standards. • Any other associated duties as may be assigned from time to time. Salary: The salary scale for the position of Chief Technician is within the range (scale effective from 1st February 2026): €57,451 - €58,818 - €60,435 - €62,063 - €63,697 - €65,153 - €66,639 - €68,076 - €69,501 - €71,989 (LSI) - €74,488 (LSI2). 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. The holder of the post shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than his/her inclusive salary) payable to or received by him/her by virtue of the post or in respect of any services which he/she is required by or under any enactment to perform. Residence: The holder of the post shall reside in the district in which his or her duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof and will be required to serve in the Local Authority’s offices, or wherever assigned by the Local Authority. The holder of the post will be based in Leitrim County Council Offices in Carrick on Shannon, County Leitrim. Leitrim County Council reserves the right to, at any time, re-assign an employee to any department now or in the future. Leitrim County Council reserves the right to, at any time, assign an employee to any base or to any premises in use by the Council now or in the future. 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 one year 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.
Assistant Arts Officer
General Information: County Leitrim, located in the North West of Ireland, has a growing economy, picturesque landscape, vibrant communities and a strong arts and cultural sector. Leitrim County Council’s vision is to build an economically strong, creative, inclusive county, making Leitrim the best place to live, work, invest and visit. Key to the achievement of our priorities and objectives is a skilled and committed workforce, supported by enabling technologies, efficient work processes and learning and development opportunities. We are committed to the training, support and encouragement of our staff and we offer benefits across family friendly initiatives, personal development and wellbeing of staff. The Arts Office of Leitrim County Council develops and implements policies in relation to various aspects of the arts. It provides information, advice and assistance to a wide range of clients including artists, arts groups, arts festivals, venues, community groups, schools, non-arts organisations working with the arts and other local and national public bodies. It develops and co-ordinates a number of programmes, independently and in association with these partners. It assists communities to become involved in the arts both as participants and audiences, for children and young people to explore and engage with the arts and seeks to create the conditions for a career as a professional artist to be a viable pursuit. The Role: Under the direction and supervision of the Arts Officer, or other appropriate line manager, the position of Part-time Assistant Arts Officer – Children & Young People – in Leitrim County Council will involve working with the arts team, other sections within the local authority, programme partners and the wider community to achieve these aims. While the candidate will be responsible in particular for the development, management and administration of Arts Office strategies, programmes and projects for children and young people, they may also be required to work across different Arts Office programmes and should have a sufficiently broad knowledge, understanding and experience of the broader local arts development environment to be able to contribute to and participate in the implementation of all the work of the Arts Office. The Qualifications 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. Candidates must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) Hold a primary Degree in a relevant discipline (Youth Arts Development, Visual or Performing Arts, Arts Management etc.) from a recognised awards authority. (b) Have at least three years relevant experience (including practical experience) in the field of arts development that specifically includes leadership roles in strategy and programme development for children and young people’s arts programmes. Notes: • Candidates must submit a copy of the educational qualifications meeting the requirements of 4(a) above with their application. • Applications received without the necessary documentation will be deemed ineligible and will not be considered further. • Non-Irish qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications. Foreign language qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. Candidates must also hold a current valid and unendorsed driving licence in respect of category B vehicles or equivalent in the EU Model Driving Licence and must advise if this is not the case. A copy of the licence must be submitted with your application. The Ideal Candidate Shall Have: ▪ A thorough knowledge of current arts practice and the organisation of the arts in Ireland, particularly as it applies to children and young people. ▪ The creative and organisational ability to drive the development and delivery of strategies, programmes and projects for children and young people in an arts context. ▪ The ability to prioritise and sustain a complex workload. ▪ Excellent organisational, administrative and ICT/multimedia skills. ▪ Excellent communication, interpersonal and teambuilding skills. ▪ Experience of managing communications, particularly social media. ▪ Experience of working with artists, arts organisations and children/youth/school groups etc. ▪ A thorough knowledge of the regulatory environment pertaining to children and young people. ▪ Experience of documenting and evaluating arts programmes. ▪ Proven track record in financial management. ▪ Flexibility to undertake duties outside of normal working hours as required. Competencies for the Post: Key competencies for the post of Part-Time Assistant Arts Officer 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: • Communicates effectively with diverse stakeholders to contribute to the development of coherent strategies and team plans. • Translates the business or team plan into clear priorities and actions for their area of responsibility. • Ability to develop and deliver programmes and projects and to work to strict deadlines. • 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 and Team Work: • Leads and develops project teams to achieve corporate objectives. • Has a strong team ethic of co-operation and mutual support, sharing information and knowledge as appropriate. • Effectively manages performance. • Plans work and allocation of resources effectively. • Ability to work on own initiative as well as an integral part of a team. • Relates well to others and maintains positive, productive and beneficial working relationships. • Addresses conflict or dissatisfaction in a constructive manner. 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, 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 very good relevant knowledge of current arts practice and the organisation of the arts in Ireland. • Understanding of the structures and environment within which the local authority sector operates and the role of the arts in this context. • Understanding of the role of the Part-Time Assistant Arts Officer – Children & Young People – in this context. • Has understanding, knowledge and experience of strategy and programme delivery of children and young people’s arts. • Has experience of evaluation and preparing reports. • Has knowledge and experience of financial management. • Has knowledge and experience of managing communications. • Has knowledge and experience of operating ICT, multimedia systems, website management and social media management. • Has knowledge and understanding in relation to Child Safeguarding policy, GDPR and statutory obligations of Health and Safety legislation and its application in the workplace. The Principal Terms and Conditions: 1. The Post The position is part-time (50% working arrangement), permanent and pensionable and will be based in Leitrim County Council Offices in Carrick on Shannon, County Leitrim. A panel will be formed from which Part-time Assistant Arts Officer – Children and Young People vacancies arising during the lifetime of the panel (12 months) may be filled. 2. 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 deputising for other officers of the local authority. This is a co-ordinating position within Leitrim County Council Arts Office, with specific reference to Children and Young People’s Arts Programmes. Reporting to the Arts Officer, the main duties of the Part-Time Assistant Arts Officer – Children & Young People – may include but are not limited to: • Supporting Leitrim County Council in the ongoing development and delivery of arts services provided by the local authority. • Taking an operational lead on the design, development and management of early years, children’s and youth arts initiatives. • Managing and delivering, to a high artistic standard, a range of projects that support engagement in the arts for children and young people and demonstrably increases the levels and quality of engagement in the arts for children and young people throughout the county, within budget and within prescribed timeframes. • Ensuring that diversity and inclusion are embedded in children and youth arts programming. • Ensuring that the voice of the child and young person is heard in policy and programme development. • Monitoring and evaluating programmes to learn from the impact of investment and inform forward planning and decision making. • Working closely with local, regional and national partners including the Arts Council, Creative Ireland, Music Generation/MSLETB, YTI, NYCI, CBI etc. to enhance resources and enrich practice. • Supporting artists to be able to engage in children’s and youth arts, particularly with relevant training and mentoring where appropriate. • Identifying and preparing funding applications and seeking to secure resources to enable the implementation of the Council’s Arts and Creativity Strategies. • Assisting with and contributing to the implementation of the Council’s Arts and Creativity Strategies, including sourcing and providing advice and information, programme design and scheduling, devising contracts, to monitor, assess and evaluate performance against agreed targets and ensuring that the necessary financial and management systems are in place. • Disseminating information and providing clear messaging regarding children and youth arts activities, opportunities and other relevant information across all media, particularly social media platforms. • Representing the Arts Service and Leitrim County Council at internal and public meetings, events and functions as required. • Working with other departments of the Council to complement and support the design and delivery of culture and arts-led programmes and policy initiatives. • Carrying out all duties in compliance with appropriate procedures, including the maintenance of records and information. • Travelling throughout the county as required by the role. • Performing such other appropriate duties in relation to the arts as may from time to time be assigned by the Council. 3. Salary: The salary scale (applicable from 1st February 2026) for the position of Part-Time Assistant Arts Officer (analogous to Staff Officer – Grade V) is within the range: €52,239, €53,799, €55,392, €57,019, €58,657, €60,567 (LSI 1), €62,484 (LSI 2). This is a part-time position on the basis of a working arrangement of 50% of a 5-day week and the salary will be adjusted pro-rata to reflect this working arrangement (i.e. 50% of the relevant scale point). 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. 4. Residence: The holder of the post shall reside in the district in which his or her duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof and will be required to serve in the Local Authority’s offices or wherever assigned by the Local Authority. Leitrim County Council reserves the right to, at any time, reassign an employee to any department now or in the future. Leitrim County Council reserves the right to, at any time, assign an employee to any premises in use by the Council now or in the future. 5. 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 one year 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. 6. Annual Leave The annual leave entitlement for this post will be 15 days per annum, reflecting the 50% working arrangement on a pro-rata basis to a full-time post. 7. 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. 8. Working Hours The successful candidate’s normal hours of work will be 17.5 hours per week, reflecting the 50% working arrangement on a pro-rata basis to a full-time post. Flexibility will be required, which will include evening and weekend work. A system of Time in Lieu will be in operation to reflect this. Overtime will not be paid. 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. 9. Superannuation: 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 members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will be based on career-average pay; pensions will be co-ordinated with the State Pension Contributory Scheme. 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. You will also be required in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Children’s Contributory Pension) Scheme to contribute 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 their superannuation to contribute 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. 10. Retirement Age The Single Public Service Pension Scheme (“Single Scheme”) 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. Anyone who is “not a new entrant” to the public service, as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004, had been subject to a compulsory retirement age of 65 years. The Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act 2018 provides for an increase in the compulsory retirement age of most pre-2004 public servants from age 65 to age 70. 11. Pension Abatement If an appointee has previously been employed in the Civil or Public Service and that appointee is entitled to, or in receipt of, a pension from the Civil or Public Service, or where a Civil/Public Service pension comes into payment during the appointee’s re-employment, that pension will be subject to abatement in accordance with Section 52 of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. Please note: In applying for this position you are acknowledging that you understand that the abatement provisions, where relevant, will apply. It is not envisaged that the employing Department, Office or Body will support an application for an abatement waiver in respect of appointments to this position.
Bin Collection Operative
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Clerical Officer
General Information County Leitrim, located in the North West of Ireland, has a growing economy, picturesque landscape, vibrant communities and a strong arts and cultural sector. Leitrim County Council’s vision is to build an economically strong, creative, inclusive county, making Leitrim the best place to live, work, invest and visit. Key to the achievement of our priorities and objectives is a skilled and committed workforce, supported by enabling technologies, efficient work processes and learning and development opportunities. We are committed to the training, support and encouragement of our staff and we offer benefits across family-friendly initiatives, personal development and wellbeing of staff. The Competition The purpose of this recruitment campaign is to form panel(s) for Leitrim County Council from which whole-time permanent and temporary posts may be filled at Clerical Officer Grade. The Role Clerical Officers make a valuable contribution to the provision of the Local Authority’s services. The Clerical Officer is a key support position within the Council, providing comprehensive general administrative and clerical support to a section or department. The Clerical Officer works as part of a multidisciplinary team assisting with the implementation of work programmes to achieve goals, targets and standards set out in Departmental and Team Plans and to deliver quality services to internal and external customers. He/she will also be required to operate the Local Authority’s existing and future ICT systems as part of their work. The duties of a Clerical Officer are varied and can involve assignment to different parts of the organisation or different areas of work. The work requires that employees function in a flexible manner and work effectively together as a team to deliver required outcomes. Clerical Officers provide a point of contact for customers to carry out their business and access information about the Council’s services. The Clerical Officer is expected to carry out their duties in a manner that enhances public trust and confidence. Qualifications Character Each candidate shall be of good character. 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. Citizenship Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA) 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, 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, the UK, or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. Education, Training, Experience Candidates must, on the latest date for receipt of applications: (a) Have obtained at least Grade D (or a Pass), in Higher or Ordinary Level, in five subjects from the approved Leaving Certificate or Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme (with some exceptions for Foundation Level Mathematics and Irish), or (b) Have passed an examination of at least equivalent standard, or (c) Have at least two years’ previous service in a Clerical Officer/Clerk/Typist role under a local authority or health board, or (d) Have satisfactory relevant experience encompassing demonstrable equivalent skills. Candidates must submit relevant educational qualifications with their application. Non-Irish qualifications must be accompanied by a QQI determination for comparability and translations where applicable. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate shall have: • Knowledge and understanding of the functions of a local authority. • Understanding of the role of a Clerical Officer. • Relevant administrative experience and clerical skills. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills. • Conscientiousness and resilience. • Strong customer service ethos. • Ability to work effectively under pressure. • Excellent organisation and task management skills. • Experience of working as part of a team. • High level of attention to detail and accuracy. • Knowledge and experience of operating ICT systems. Competencies Customer Service & Communication Skills: • Actively listens and understands customer perspectives. • Clearly explains procedures. • Is respectful, professional, and composed. • Communicates with confidence and authority in writing and speech. Teamwork: • Demonstrates respect for colleagues. • Maintains good working relationships and shares information. • Contributes ideas for service improvement. • Understands own role within the team. Information Management / Organisational Skills: • Approaches work in a thorough and organised manner. • Follows procedures and protocols. • Draws appropriate conclusions from information. • Comfortable with different types of information (written, numerical, charts). • Has administrative experience, clerical skills, and ICT knowledge (Microsoft Office). Delivering Results: • Takes responsibility for work and completes tasks timely. • Adapts to new ways of working and suggests improvements. • Identifies priorities and demonstrates initiative. • Uses judgement on when to seek guidance. Additional Competency for Interview: Knowledge, Experience, and Skills • Demonstrates knowledge of local authority services and current local government issues. • Understands the role of a Clerical Officer. • Understands Health and Safety policies and procedures. Principal Terms and Conditions Panels: Two panels will be created: Panel A - Permanent Positions Panel B - Temporary Positions Permanent posts will be filled from Panel A; temporary posts from Panel B. Temporary contracts may vary in duration. Candidates must be available to take up temporary posts as offered. Duties: Clerical Officers perform administrative, clerical, and secretarial duties under the direction of the Chief Executive or designated officers. Duties include: • Supporting work programs and ensuring operational plans are delivered. • Dealing with public/customers including counter/reception work. • Liaising with team members, supervisors, public, and others. • Communicating professionally with elected members and customers. • Responding to queries and requests in a courteous and timely manner. • Processing applications and carrying out administrative tasks (photocopying, scanning, preparing documents, typing, minute taking, filing, arranging meetings, processing invoices, receipting/balancing payments, handling mail). • Operating financial management and other local government systems. • Maintaining accurate and organised records. • Supporting and assisting team members. • Participating in corporate activities and training. • Operating in compliance with Health and Safety requirements. • Deputising for line managers when required. Salary: Clerical Officer salary scale (from 1st February 2026): €31,619, €33,368, €33,802, €34,674, €35,952, €37,231, €38,510, €39,439, €40,492, €41,711, €42,578, €43,789, €45,006, €47,297, €48,924 (LSI 1). Entry point will follow relevant Departmental Circulars. Non-local authority employees will start at the minimum scale. Rates may be adjusted according to Government Policy. Residence: The post-holder shall reside in the district of their duties or within reasonable distance and serve in Local Authority offices or wherever assigned. Reassignment may occur. Probation: All contracts are subject to a probationary period, normally one year, extendable at the Chief Executive’s discretion. Ongoing assessments will be conducted, and employment may be terminated during or at the end of probation with one week’s notice. Annual Leave: 27 days per annum, increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service, pro-rata for temporary contracts. Health: Candidates must undergo a medical examination by a nominated qualified practitioner before permanent appointment. Working Hours: Normal hours are 35 hours per week. Hours may be altered. Work hours are recorded under the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 and associated regulations. Superannuation: New entrants (post 1 January 2013) are members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. Contributions: 3.5% net pensionable remuneration plus 3% pensionable remuneration. Pensions based on career-average pay. Other pension schemes and contribution rates apply depending on status and scheme. Retirement Age: Single Scheme retirement age aligns with State Pension Contributory eligibility. Compulsory retirement age: 70. Pre-2004 public servants’ compulsory retirement age may increase from 65 to 70. Pension Abatement: If the appointee has a Civil/Public Service pension, abatement applies under Section 52 of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and other Provisions) Act 2012. Applicants acknowledge this in applying. Driving Licence: Holders must possess a current full Category B driving licence and maintain a car for work duties. Insurance must cover business use. Travel and subsistence expenses paid at nationally agreed rates.
National Sampling Manager
Grade and Salary C (€83,891 -€125,837)* Job Description *This role can be based nationwide* We are Uisce Éireann. Every day, we are responsible for the delivery of secure, safe, and sustainable water services for the people of Ireland. As Ireland’s national regulated water utility, our vision is a sustainable Ireland where water is respected and protected, for the planet and all the lives it supports. Our purpose at Uisce Éireann is to rise to the challenge of delivering transformative water services that enable communities to thrive. That means we are proud to take on the responsibility of protecting our water supply and passing on a safe and secure water system to a rapidly growing population and empowering Ireland’s social and economic growth. We are passionate about empowering our people, enabling them to make a positive impact on communities across Ireland. We are guided by a shared vision and purpose, grounded in values that define who we are and shape how we work, where we deliver for customers and communities, we work better together, we do the right thing, we aim high, and we keep each other safe. Our behaviours define how we interact, communicate, and succeed together. These values and behaviours apply to each one of us, across every role, location, and level. Our goal is to attract and develop skilled and talented people from diverse backgrounds, who bring a dynamic range of expertise and insights into our work. With a strong, values-driven workforce, we ensure Uisce Éireann can continue advancing Ireland’s water services and meeting the needs of the communities we serve for generations to come. The Role: The Scientific Services functional area is responsible for the national provision of operational support services to include sampling and laboratory analytics, ensuring that activities are performed safely in accordance with regulatory obligations to protect public health and the environment. Reporting directly to the Scientific Services Senior Manager, the National Sampling Manager will be responsible for the delivery of high-quality accredited sampling across Ireland. This should be delivered at optimal costs to Uisce Éireann. The National Sampling Manager will be responsible for the development of strategy, processes, procedures, and ways of working to ensure an efficient national sampling service. They will secure and maintain ISO 17025 accreditation for sampling of drinking water, surface water and wastewater. Main Duties and Responsibilities: • Work with the Scientific Services Senior Manager in the development of business strategies for sampling and Scientific Services by providing specialist advice in their area of expertise. • Work closely with the National Laboratory manager/ team to ensure sampling service meets the overall testing teams requirements. • Responsible for managing and maintaining a focus on sample delivery times including reaction times to incidents. • Make decisions on the allocation of resources (finance, people, equipment, information, and data) and managing competing demands for these resources. • Ensure INAB 17025 accreditation is achieved and maintained. • Provide high levels of customer service to maintain good working relationships with key stakeholders. • Development of customer engagement protocols for Sampling Officers as Uisce Éireann’s on-the-ground representatives. • Lead a culture of continuous improvement to deliver cost efficiency and service quality, challenging and developing solutions for improvements to existing practices and adopting industry best practice. • Ensure the team works following defined levels of competence, regulation standards, health and safety requirements and legislation. • Ownership of the budgets for the sampling service. • Responsible for building a high performing team by managing and developing their team members. • Responsible for internal team communications. • Monitor and report KPIs for processes over which they have ownership. Identify and analyse potential performance issues and recommend improvement opportunities. • Manage the development of best practices and implementation of standard operating procedures for the provision of the sampling service. • Responsible for performing any other duties that the Scientific Services Senior Manager may reasonably request. General Duties and Responsibilities • Collaboration with key internal stakeholders across the UÉ business. • Responsible for promoting and delivering health and safety commitments across UÉ and its supply chain, reinforcing positive behaviours and delivering health and safety objectives and requirements to the highest industry standards. • Provide visible leadership for their team, coaching and developing them to achieve their full potential and deliver business objectives, promoting collaboration and highlighting the behaviours that are expected from everyone in the team. • Conducts duties and responsibilities in accordance with Uisce Éireann’s Information Security policies, standards, processes and controls to protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of UÉ business information and delivery of critical services, in accordance with any relevant cybersecurity regulation. Knowledge, Skills and Experience: • Relevant third level qualification and or accreditation is desirable. • A minimum of 7 years’ experience in the water, utilities or similar industries is desirable and or relevant experience. • Experience in leading teams to deliver customer strategies that enhance customer service. • Requires in-depth knowledge of both risk assessment and relevant legislation/regulations, coupled with the practical ability to undertake the operations of a national field-based sampling service. • Require in-depth professional knowledge of sampling, testing, logistics and safety. • Ability to enable positive teamwork across departments and encourage cooperation and open discussion to achieve common goals. • Background in guiding and empowering teams to make a positive impact and challenging the status quo to drive development. • Proven track record in leading continuous improvement initiatives in teams. Strong background in team motivation, and performance management. • Proven track record with dealing with complex issues, proactively and in a timely fashion along with the ability to communicate complex information to others. • Demonstrated experience in setting measurable safety and well-being goals for a team. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
ESB Networks Electrical Apprenticeship Programme
ESB Networks DAC serves 2.3 million domestic and business customers in Ireland providing a safe and reliable electricity supply. The ESB Networks Electrical Apprenticeship Programme provides you with: Science* can be replaced by Technology, Art, Craft & Design, Technical Graphics, Metalwork, Material Technology (Wood) Design Communication Graphics, Construction, Engineering, Home Economics, Ag Science, Biology, Physics, Chemistry CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Electrical Apprentice
First Year Apprentice Vacancy Eirteck energy partners LTD specialise in the electrical installation, operations and maintenance of wind Turbines. Our teams have managed and work along side some of the leading manufactures and Installation contractors throughout Ireland, UK, Europe and East Asia Due to our continued growth and expansion of our company, We are seekingmotivated individuals to join our team with a number of roles available: -First Year electrical apprentices (Solas Irish electrical apprenticeship) -General Operatives technicians’ mechanical installation and electrical installation -Service and maintenance technicians Previous experience is not a necessity as specific training will be provided. Interested candidates must be willing to travel both in Ireland and overseas with fixed rotations. Candidates must hold a full drivers licence. Join our team and be a part of a dynamic and fast-growing environment in the renewable wind energy sector.
