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Full time Chef de Partie Required. Employer and Employment Location: Oyama Sushi Restaurant, Unit 1 Grafton Court, Longford, Co. Longford. Work includes: Preparing Asian cuisine food items and meal components at your station. Manage oriental ingredients that should be frequently available on a daily basis. Cooking a specific portion of each plated Asian meal. Assisting with marinating, cutting and precooking Asian cuisine foods. Following directions provided by the head chef. Reporting to head chef. Keeping your area of the kitchen safe and sanitary. Stocktaking and ordering supplies for your station. Ensure adequacy of supplies at all times. Monitoring portion and waste control. Required: 3+ years previous relevant experience. Minimum Annual Salary: €35,360 Working Hours: 40 hours/week, Hourly rate 17 euros. AD PUBLISHED: FROM 26TH NOVEMBER 2025 TO 24TH DECEMBER 2025
Cleaning Operative
Location: Longford, Ballymahon Shift pattern : Monday to Friday – 09:15am-13:15pm 20hrs a week. About Mitie: Mitie provides a wide range of facilities management (FM) services across Ireland, Europe, and the UK. These are delivered as integrated FM contracts, in bundles or as single services, depending on client requirements. Our service areas include technical services, energy and building services, cleaning, security, front of house and consultancy. We work with a wide range of private and public clients to create great work environments, which resulted in Mitie winning 4 awards in the 2023 Facilities Management Awards, including Total FM Service Provider for the third year in a row. We have also won 3 awards in the Workplace Excellent awards in 2023 – Best in CSR, Manager/Leader of the Year, Excellence in Learning & Development – over 1,000 employees. Mitie have been awarded the IBEC Keep Well Mark in 2021, 2022 and 2023 for our commitment to employee wellbeing and we have also been named in the Top 100 Employers for Wellbeing in Ireland for two years in a row. We are proud of our diverse workforce and like to recognise our people through various reward and recognition schemes, as well as through learning and development. Mitie promotes equality of opportunity in the workplace in compliance with employment legislation. Diversity, equity, and inclusion informs the basis of all employment policies and practices . Our premise is simple: the exceptional, every day. Company Benefits: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Employment Adviser
Job Role Due to our continuing success in the National Employment service we are currently recruiting for an Employment Adviser to join our fantastic team in an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in this influential role.You can become an Employment Adviser if you have excellent customer service skills gained from having a sales, recruitment or hospitality background or have worked in an environment that involves advising and guidance.We do provide excellent on the job training, so are not looking for someone who ticks every single box, we’re looking for someone who has an engaging personality, can provide a warm and welcoming experience, and can seek out solutions to problems to help our customers progress into sustainable employment.This is a fantastic opportunity that will allow you to utilise your current skills to influence, support and encourage others to build a future.Employment Advisers provide motivational support, careers advice and guidance to our clients whilst making them feel welcome and at ease, enabling them to overcome barriers and build confidence. They provide training workshops covering a wide range of subjects from CV writing to online job searching. They engage with people to assess their skills and abilities and talk about their ambitions and career goals whilst exploring learning and work opportunities acting as an intermediary with local employers.In return for your dedication, knowledge, and commitment, we’re offering a competitive salary of €29,000 p.a. with these great benefits: • 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays + Birthday Day off (with the opportunity to buy additional days)• Volunteer Days• Company Pension Scheme• Health Insurance Allowance• Employer Paid Healthcare Cash Plan, incl. 3 x salary life assurance• Annual Salary Review• Enhanced Maternity/Adoption and Paternity Pay Arrangements• Refer a friend scheme• Free access to BenefitHub – an online portal with access to a wide range of retail discounts, Life assurance, Cycle to Work scheme, Tax Saver Commuter Tickets, Digital Gym Membership There’s also the opportunity to progress your career! Interested? There’s an easy to apply route below to upload your CV! If you need any further information, talk to our experienced Internal Recruitment Team on +44 1702 595200 or 01- 8608200. Seetec Group is an employee-owned organisation, and we continually pride ourselves on our sense of community, both in the incredible work we do throughout UK and Ireland, and internally within our employee-owners. People are at the front, centre, and heart of every service we provide and each decision we make. What it means to be employee-owned What our people say Location: Longford Hours : 37.5 hours per week – 8:30am to 5:00pm Monday to Friday (full time) Closing Date: 26 December 2025 Key Responsibilities • Assess client’s specific needs providing support, careers advice and guidance, and work with them to create a personal progression plan. • Work with clients using a variety of strategies to support development, enabling them to overcome barriers and build confidence. • Provide training workshops covering a wide range from CV writing to online job searching. • Explore learning and work opportunities, acting as an intermediary with local employers. • Meet with clients regularly to review their progress. • Deliver an exceptional level of customer service at all times. Skills and Experience • Leaving Certificate standard (as a minimum). A third level degree is desirable but not a pre-requisite. • Minimum of one year experience in a recruitment, sales, training and/or customer facing role. • Experience of working in a target orientated environment. • Ability to multi-task, organise and manage workload. • Positive, enthusiastic approach to problem solving with a ‘can do attitude’. • Be fully IT literate in using a range of Microsoft Office programmes. Additional Information SEETEC EMPLOYMENT AND SKILLS IRELAND deliver Employability services across Ireland through various Government contracts (Department of Social protection) to assist the long term unemployed in returning to the workforce through upskilling and job brokering. Working with over 10,000 Irish businesses and employers, Seetec has helped over 45,000 people into work in Ireland to date. The company directly employs over 120 people in Ireland working in locations across Ireland primarily in Dublin, Louth, Meath, Athlone, Longford, Mullingar, Galway and Mayo. Seetec Employment and Skills Ireland is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share and uphold this commitment in conjunction with the requirements of the Prevent Duty and the positive promotion of modern values. Seetec Employment and Skills Ireland is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
Spa Beauty Therapist
SPA BEAUTY THERAPIST | €16.00 per hour plus commission Discover extraordinary benefits Enjoy heavily discounted Center Parcs breaks, free use of our spa facilities, opportunities to earn retail commission, free day passes for you and your family, and discounts in our restaurants and retail outlets. Stay up to date with new trends and skills We offer in-house training on beauty brand treatments, along with wellness and holistic therapies. We even create our own treatments, drawing upon the experience and skills of our Therapist family. Career progression opportunities Alongside our in-house training and development of new skills, you will also have the opportunity to gain externally recognised qualifications. A unique working environment Our tranquil spa is tucked away in the heart of the forest Work with like-minded people A friendly and welcoming team who are passionate about wellbeing and beauty, and keen to share their knowledge and skills Aqua Sana Spa is proud to work with some of the most luxurious skincare brands available on the market, namely Elemis and VOYA. From massages to manicures, facials to full body treatments, you’ll love providing our range of holistic, therapeutic, express and beauty treatments. You will also assist our guests to select the perfect items from our comprehensive retail offering. Please note that to apply for a role with us, you must be able to reliably commute to Center Parcs Longford Forest, as it is not easily accessible by public transport. If you plan to use public transport, please follow this link for a realistic overview of your commute: Plan Your Journey ABOUT YOU We have six spa locations across UK and Ireland. Each one offers something a little different, with different spa experiences, layouts and surroundings, but one thing they have in common is the people. Making our guests feel amazing is at the heart of what we do. When you step through our doors, we want you to: If this sounds like your ideal job, then we’d love to see your application. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Family Activities Team Leader
FAMILY ACTIVITIES TEAM LEADER | €16.14 per hour In this role, you will assist the Family Activities management team in delivering a safe and quality operation. You will be required to maintain high standards of guest care and motivate team members to deliver exceptional service. Other responsibilities will include staff and product development; recording staff holiday and sickness hours; the day-to-day supervision of staff; ensuring the smooth running of all activities; dealing with suppliers; carrying out equipment maintenance checks and ordering / stock control responsibilities. Excellent communication skills are required along with previous supervisory experience as you will deputise in the absence of an Assistant Manager when required. This will include developing and managing demand and capacity during peak / off peak programmes and monitoring attendance and timesheets. Due to the sensitive nature of this role the successful applicant will be required to apply for Garda Vetting. This disclosure, together with other selection information, will need to be satisfactory to the Company for employment to commence. HOURS OF WORK You will be contracted to work 150 hours per 4-week period on a flexible basis. This means that your days and hours of work could vary each week, but you will always receive at least your contracted hours each period. As our village is open 365 days of the year, your working hours will include weekends, public / bank holidays and during Christmas and / or New Year on a rota basis with a premium rate of pay for hours worked on a Sunday. ABOUT YOU Essential requirements: If this sounds like your ideal job, then we’d love to see your application. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
High Ropes Instructor
HIGH ROPES INSTRUCTOR | €15.01 per hour In this role, you will meet and greet our guests at Action Challenge, and you will coach and supervise them in a range of exciting activities in a manner that allows them to have great fun whilst feeling safe and secure. Your engagement with our guests will enrich their holiday experience, encouraging them to return and tell their friends. You will be responsible for instructing sessions such as high ropes, indoor and outdoor climbing, abseiling, tree trekking and Aerial Adventure. You will set up and maintain equipment ensuring all safety checks are carried out in accordance with company guidelines. Please note that to apply for a role with us, you must be able to reliably commute to Center Parcs Longford Forest, as it is not easily accessible by public transport. If you plan to use public transport, please follow this link for a realistic overview of your commute: Plan Your Journey HOURS OF WORK We have various part-time contracts available on a flexible basis. This means that your days and hours of work could vary each week, but you will always receive at least your contracted hours each period. As our village is open 365 days of the year, your working hours will include weekends, public / bank holidays and during Christmas and / or New Year on a rota basis with a premium rate of pay for hours worked on a Sunday. ABOUT YOU Essential requirements: If this sounds like your ideal job, then we’d love to see your application. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Plumber
PLUMBER | €22.11 per hour We are looking to appoint a Maintenance Technician / Plumber to join our Technical Services team. In this role, you will attend call outs to guest accommodation as well as general buildings around the Village. You will carry out tasks to resolve maintenance issues, reporting any defects or issues which may cause future problems. Other responsibilities will include undertaking inspections, carrying out planned preventative maintenance and assisting with any other general work as briefed by Technical Services Management. The ideal candidate will have excellent customer service skills as you will regularly come into contact with both colleagues and guests. Trade experience is essential as technical knowledge will be required. Please note that to apply for a role with us, you must be able to reliably commute to Center Parcs Longford Forest, as it is not easily accessible by public transport. If you plan to use public transport, please follow this link for a realistic overview of your commute: Plan Your Journey HOURS OF WORK You will be contracted to work 150 hours per 4-week period on a flexible basis. This means that your days and hours of work could vary each week, but you will always receive at least your contracted hours each period. As our village is open 365 days of the year, your working hours will include weekends, public / bank holidays and during Christmas and / or New Year on a rota basis with a premium rate of pay for hours worked on a Sunday. During the late shift you will be required to be ‘on call’ for any issues that may arise during out of hours working . ABOUT YOU Essential requirements: If this sounds like your ideal job, then we’d love to see your application. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Spa Team Leader
SPA TEAM LEADER | €16.78 per hour In this role, you will work in conjunction with the management team to assist in the smooth running of the Aqua Sana Forest Spa. Responsibilities will include the supervision of spa colleagues on a day-to-day basis, ensuring the smooth running of the unit and that any issues are communicated or escalated to the relevant manager. You will be responsible for delivering excellent guest service and building standards and adhering to all health and safety guidelines as set out by the company. You will also be required to provide lifeguard cover. Working as part of a team, the role requires an outgoing approach and motivated leadership style accompanied with enthusiasm at all times. Please note that to apply for a role with us, you must be able to reliably commute to Center Parcs Longford Forest, as it is not easily accessible by public transport. If you plan to use public transport, please follow this link for a realistic overview of your commute: Plan Your Journey HOURS OF WORK You will be contracted to work 90 hours per 4-week period on a flexible basis. This means that your days and hours of work could vary each week, but you will always receive at least your contracted hours each period. As our village is open 365 days of the year, your working hours will include public / bank holidays and during Christmas and / or New Year on a rota basis with a premium rate of pay for hours worked on a Sunday. ABOUT YOU You will be engaging and naturally helpful with excellent communications skills. You will work well on your own initiative as well as within a close team environment. Essential requirements: If this sounds like your ideal job, then we’d love to see your application. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Line Cook / Junior Chef de Partie
LINE COOK / JUNIOR CHEF DE PARTIE | €17.08 per hour plus tips All colleagues working in our restaurants, cafés and bars will benefit from the discretionary service charge we add to bills. The majority of our guests are happy to reward our colleagues for their excellent service. In this role, you will prepare, cook and present menu items to agreed standards. You will assist the Kitchen Managers with the general supervision and coaching of the Kitchen Assistants and deputise for the Kitchen Managers in their absence, maintaining the smooth running of the kitchen. Responsibilities will include: If this sounds like your ideal job, then we’d love to see your application. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Retained Firefighter
The role of the retained firefighter is primarily to: • Save life and preserve endangered life • Protect property from damage by fire • Inform and educate awareness of safety Retained firefighters are on call to respond to emergencies. As well as responding to emergency calls, firefighters may also be involved in community fire safety initiatives. Although retained firefighters are part-time, they are fully trained and capable of saving life and property to provide a comprehensive service to the community. When a call is received firefighters are required to respond immediately. Retained firefighters must be ready to drop whatever they are doing, to become part of a team ready to respond safely and effectively to the emergency, regardless of the time of day/night or the weather conditions. The Fire Service responds to emergency calls from the public, primarily to prevent injury and protect life, but also to prevent and restrict damage to property. Many emergency calls are not to fires but to road-traffic accidents where casualties may be trapped in vehicles. The Fire Service may also be called to deal with chemical spillages and toxic emissions, etc. Firefighters need to be able to use problem-solving skills and initiative to resolve issues quickly and calmly. Firefighters also need to be able to deal sensitively and appropriately with members of the public when they are distressed, confused or obstructive. Firefighters are required to carry out routine checks, as well as cleaning and maintaining all equipment and fire appliances to ensure they work properly when required during an emergency. Firefighters are required to participate and take part in the duties as required as part of the organizational response to Climate Action to promote and ensure capacity building, empowering change and delivering action. All new recruits undergo extensive initial training, which includes a three-week Recruit Induction Course, a two-week Breathing Apparatus Wearers Course and one-week Compartment Fire Behaviour Course. Thereafter all firefighters are required to undergo a continuous development programme by attending lectures, exercises, practical courses and other forms of training to maintain competency levels. Firefighters are expected to take responsibility for developing their own skills and for ensuring that their fitness levels are maintained as the work of a firefighter can be demanding both physically and psychologically. DUTIES OF THE POSITION: • A Firefighter shall be required to attend at fires and other emergencies, drills, displays and other duties at such times and for such periods as required by the County Council. Failure to respond promptly to fire or other emergency calls will be addressed through the Local Authority’s disciplinary procedure. • Each Firefighter who attends for Fire Brigade service must be prepared to accept the work entailed and to fulfil to the best of their ability their duty as a Firefighter in the saving of life, saving of property and the fighting of fires or other such emergencies. • Every Firefighter must comply with XYZ County Council’s Crew Management Arrangements for Retained Firefighters. Firefighters who are on standby during fires or other incidents shall remain at the Station and perform such duties as may be assigned by the Station Officer from time to time during the callout. • Firefighters shall ensure that the Fire Station is kept clean and tidy at all times. Firefighting equipment shall be kept clean, maintained properly and stowed away in a safe manner. • Firefighters are required to adhere to and co-operate with all National and Local Agreements pertaining to the Fire Services. • Firefighters will be required to attend Training Courses as directed. • Firefighters must undertake driving duties as required. • Comply with all organisational policies, procedures and legislation. • Participate and take part in the duties as required as part of the Organisational response to Climate Action to promote and ensure capacity building, empowering change and delivering action. • Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time. THE CANDIDATE: Candidates must be: • Able to work in hazardous conditions for long periods of time, including heights and confined spaces • Mechanically adept with good dexterity and coordination • Able to follow instruction • Able to work well under pressure • Self-reliant and self-assured with a keen sense of discipline • Able to contribute to and work with a team • Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing • Able to understand and memorise technical information QUALIFICATIONS Applicants for the post of Retained Firefighter must be 18 years old on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms. A birth certificate must be submitted to the County Council as proof of age before a person is engaged as a recruit. Character Applicants must be of good character and must not at any time bring the County Council and Fire Brigade into disrepute. The Council may make whatever enquiries it considers necessary to satisfy this condition. Employment will be subject to the provision of satisfactory references and Garda Vetting. Health A Firefighter shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Medical Examination, etc.: Before recruitment, in order to ascertain the health of a candidate, successful applicants shall undergo such medical examinations (which may include x-ray and/or other special tests) as the County Council considers necessary. The County Council will nominate the medical examiners. The candidate must comply, at their own expense, with such remedial requirements as the County Council consider necessary. An Operational Firefighter shall: • Agree to participate in the Occupational Health Scheme for Retained Firefighters in operation by Longford County Council; and • At any time, if requested by the County Council, undergo such medical examination(s) by medical examiner(s) as nominated by the County Council; and • Attend medical examinations in accordance with the frequency set down in the Occupational Health Scheme for Retained Firefighters as issued by the (LGMA) to Local Authorities. • Any defects discovered pertaining to a medical examination will not be remedied at the County Council's expense. • Retention as an operational Firefighter will depend upon receipt of satisfactory reports by medical examiner(s) and to the general condition above as to health. • An operational Firefighter is required to maintain an appropriate level of physical fitness. 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. Education On the latest date for receipt of completed application forms candidates must: • Have a good standard of education and be able to successfully undergo the training required for the post of retained firefighter. • Hold an unendorsed Class B Driving Licence. On appointment and after an interval decided by the Chief Fire Officer, firefighters will be required to obtain a Class C Licence. PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYMENT The Post Employment in the post of Retained Firefighter is part-time and pensionable. Location Persons appointed must live and work within a maximum of 8 minutes response time from time alert from the regional control centre. A maximum travel time of up to 7 minutes may be permitted (based on GPS navigation planner e.g. Google Maps or similar as determined by Longford County Council) to allow them to respond for the duration of their employment as a Firefighter. The Council retains the right to request further evidence, if required on the information supplied, for the purpose of verification of place of residence and location of employment. A Firefighter shall notify the County Council in writing of any subsequent changes of residence or place of employment. A change of residence or place of employment that would place the Firefighter outside these limits will mean automatic termination of employment. The Council will check this prior to appointment and at periodic intervals after appointment. The fire stations are: • Granard • Lanesboro • Longford • Edgeworthstown • Ballymahon The location of the residence and place of work must be acceptable to the Chief Fire Officer. A Firefighter must carry the appropriate fire service alerter at all times when on duty. A Retained Firefighter will be required to report for duty to the Fire Station in its present location or in the event of a change of location, to such new location as may be decided by the Fire Authority. Changes in the location of a Fire Station will not result in payment of disturbance money or other compensation. Letter of Release Each Retained Firefighter including the self-employed, and the unemployed if they take up employment must submit a Letter of Release from their employer stating that their employer will release them to attend fire brigade incidents and training. When a firefighter changes employment a new letter of release must be submitted to the Chief Fire Officer in advance of the change in circumstances. Compliance with National or Local Agreements Each employee must comply with all National or Local agreements as may be in force from time to time. Use of New Technology Each employee must use and co-operate with the use of any new technology that may be introduced by the Fire Authority or by the Chief Fire Officer. Driver’s Licence A recruit Firefighter shall possess a valid full current Category B Driving Licence at the time of applying for the post and ideally a Category C Driving Licence for HGV with up to eight passengers. All newly appointed Retained Firefighters will be required to obtain a Category C Driving Licence. Firefighters will co-operate with further Driver Training and will be required to drive fire service vehicles, if operationally needed. If a Firefighter has their licence suspended or removed for any reason, they must immediately inform the County Council, and it shall be dealt with through the Council’s disciplinary procedure and may result in termination of service at the absolute discretion of the County Council. All Retained Fire Personnel must hold a full Drivers Licence and any loss or suspension of same and/or the accumulation of six penalty points or more must be notified in writing to the Fire Authority within two weeks of the occurrence. Any Retained Firefighter found guilty of a criminal offence must inform the Chief Fire Officer in writing of the offence and within two weeks of conviction. The Chief Fire Officer will carry out an investigation into this matter under the Fire Service Disciplinary and Grievance Procedure. Firefighters must drive Fire Service vehicles if instructed to do so. Probationary Period of Employment Before appointment as a Firefighter, a recruit shall attend and successfully complete the three-week Firefighter Skills Training Course. Recruit Firefighters will be required to undergo and successfully complete the following recruit training programmes during their probationary period: • A three-week Recruit Firefighting Skills Course (including manual handling); • A two-week Breathing Apparatus Initial Wearers' Course; • A one-week Breathing Apparatus Compartment Fire Behaviour Course; and • Any other course that the County Council may consider necessary. Training Fees will be paid at the current hourly rate for Firefighters during training. This hourly rate is currently €23.75. Failure to successfully complete all of the above courses will result in the termination of the Firefighter’s employment. Some or all of the above courses will be held at a training facility, which may or may not be situated locally. From the date of commencement as a recruit Firefighter, there shall be a period of 12 months during which the recruit Firefighter shall be on probation. During this time the recruit Firefighter shall be continually assessed to determine his/her suitability for continued employment. Such period of 12 months may be extended at the absolute discretion of the County Council. The recruit shall not become a permanent Firefighter at the end of the period of probation unless the County Council is satisfied that the Firefighter has been satisfactory in all respects. If service is deemed unsatisfactory within the probationary period the appointee will cease to hold the position as tenure of employment is subject to satisfactory service on an ongoing basis.
