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Assistant Manager - Applegreen Birdhill Junction 27 As an Assistant Manager at Applegreen, you will be a crucial part of our front-line operations. If you’re looking for a fulfilling role where you can make a difference every day and build lasting relationships, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to join the Applegreen family and become part of a company that values community, teamwork, our customers. What will I be doing as an Assistant Manager at Applegreen? INDHP
Shop Manager
Shop Manager -Applegreen Junction 27 Birdhill As a Shop Manager at Applegreen, you will be a crucial part of our front-line operations. If you’re looking for a fulfilling role where you can make a difference every day and build lasting relationships, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to join the Applegreen family and become part of a company that values community, teamwork, our customers. What will I be doing as a Shop Manager at Applegreen? INDHP
General Operative
Summary Be a Key Part of a Fast-Moving, Quality-Driven Manufacturing Team The Role Sofina Foods is seeking dependable and motivated General Operatives to join our production team. In this full-time, permanent role, you'll support the efficient and timely manufacture of our high-quality food products—working in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, teamwork, and reliability are essential. If you’re looking for a stable and rewarding role with opportunities to grow, this is a great place to start or build your career in food production. Pay: €13.60 per hour Your Key Responsibilities As a General Operative, you will: Verify product specifications such as size, weight, and colour Adjust machine settings to suit product types and production needs Report any machinery or product faults to your team leader promptly Support the processing of meat products to required specifications Pack and label finished goods accurately and efficiently Maintain hygiene and cleanliness in line with company procedures Follow all Health & Safety regulations at all times Deliver work to a high standard while meeting production targets Operate in accordance with strict food safety and quality guidelines Work effectively as part of a team, with the ability to work independently when required Adapt to different roles or areas on the production floor as needed The Ideal Candidate Strong attention to detail The ability to work at pace and meet production targets Good communication and teamwork skills A self-motivated approach with the patience for repetitive tasks Flexibility to adapt to changing demands or production areas A commitment to following health, safety, and hygiene protocols Why Sofina Foods? Competitive hourly pay On-site canteen facilities Free on-site parking A supportive work environment with long-term stability Company Information Sofina Foods isn’t just a food company—it’s a place to build your future. With a team of over 13,000 people across 40 sites in Canada and Europe, we’re passionate about delivering quality meat and seafood products to consumers around the world. Join a company where innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction drive everything we do. At Sofina, you’ll grow your skills, make a real impact, and work with responsibly sourced products from more than 50 protein sources across five continents. Our vision is bold: to be the most successful food company in the world. If you’re looking for a rewarding career in the food industry, there’s a place for you at Sofina Foods. Equal Opportunities Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Senior Staff Officer
This competition presents an opportunity to gain employment with Tipperary County Council in the role of Senior Staff Officer. Tipperary County Council is committed to a policy of open and fair recruitment, in line with good practice, recruitment & selection standards, employment legislation and relevant circulars from the Department of Housing, Local Government & Heritage. This Candidate Information Booklet is intended to provide information on the post of Senior Staff Officer and the selection process and candidates are advised to familiarize themselves with the detailed information in advance of submitting their application. Candidates should satisfy themselves that they are eligible under the Qualifications to apply for the post of Senior Staff Officer. Where a candidate provides false or misleading information or has deliberately omitted relevant information on their application form this may result in their disqualification from the competition. ROLE & DUTIES OF THE POST Introduction: The Senior Staff Officer is a middle management supervisory position within the local authority. A Senior Staff Officer will generally work under the direction and management of an Administrative Officer, Senior Executive Officer or analogous grade and may from time to time be required to deputise for more senior staff. The Senior Staff Officer is a frontline management position in the Council which has assigned responsibility for managing the performance of a department, section within a department or a business unit, of the local authority. He/she is responsible for ensuring that goals set out in the Corporate, Departmental and Team plans become operational actions within their department or unit and will generally work as part of a multi-disciplinary team. A Senior Staff Officer also works closely with senior management, elected representatives, external agencies and relevant stakeholders to deliver services to the highest standard. The Senior Staff Officer is expected to carry out their duties with an understanding of the political context of local government and in such a manner that enhances public trust and confidence and ensures impartial decision making. The ideal candidate must therefore be a highly motivated person, with a strong sense of commitment to delivering quality public services willing to take on a challenge and work on their own initiative. It is desirable that the successful candidate will demonstrate through their application form and at interview that he/she has: • A satisfactory knowledge of the functions and duties of Local Authorities; • A satisfactory knowledge or experience of office organisation; • Excellent communication, interpersonal and people management skills; • Excellent organisational, time management and leadership skills; • Ability to work effectively under pressure and achieve objectives in a timely manner; • Good understanding and knowledge of local authority policy procedures and practices; • Ability to work effectively as part of a team; • Be self motivated with ability to work on own initiative; • Proven problem solving and trouble shooting skills; • Budgetary management skills; • Supervisory management skills; • Have knowledge and experience of operating ICT systems; • A current, full, Category B driving licence and have access to own car. Duties: The duties of the office are to give the local authority and (a) to such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive for the purposes of the Local Government Act, 2001, is Chief Executive, and (b) to any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority or 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 officer as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate management, executive, supervisory, advisory and ancillary services as may be required by any local authority or body hereinbefore mentioned in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties, including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The holder of the office will, if required, act for an officer of a higher level. The duties shall include but are not limited to • Responsible for the management and administration of a section or sections within the Council. • Supervision and management of staff within a section or sections, including assigning and scheduling duties and workload, providing on-going support and handling day to day issues. • Promote a culture of dignity, respect and fairness and seek to eliminate all forms of discrimination. Promote equality of opportunity, and protect the human rights of staff and service users. • Planning, allocation and prioritization of work. • Supervise and participate in the Performance Management Development System (PMDS). • Reporting on the progress of work at staff meetings. • Supporting line manager to ensure work programmes are implemented to deliver on the Council’s corporate and operational plans, including planning and prioritizing work and allocating resources. • To develop and maintain productive working relationships, including providing information and assistance when required. • Liaise with Public Representatives and work closely with other public bodies. • To act as a key point of contact and liaison in relation to all operational matters for the section(s) for which they are responsible. • To research, analyse and communicate information on specific issues and policies as appropriate, including compiling, preparing and presenting reports, presentations and correspondence. • Representing the Council on committees and at meetings and reporting on progress in their section or department as required. • Providing support and administrative assistance in the delivery of projects including project management as required. • To be involved in the day to day financial management of capital and operational expenditure in the section or department. • To identify opportunities for improvements, implement and manage change management initiatives within the relevant area of responsibility. • Compliance with all organizational policies and procedures within an area of responsibility and provide assistance in the understanding and interpretation of policies and procedures to employees, customers and other stakeholders as appropriate. • Use of all technology and equipment assigned. • Compliance with Health & Safety legislative requirements, policies and procedures and safe systems of work. • To undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibilities as may be required from time to time. These duties are indicative rather than exhaustive and are carried out under general guidance. Persons employed will be required to work in any location within the Tipperary County Council administrative area. 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. 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 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 (iv) shall have satisfactory experience in administrative procedures, including adequate practical experience in work of an executive nature, office organization and control of staff. Confined Competition (v)(a) be a serving employee in 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, and (b) have satisfactory experience in administrative procedures, including adequate practical experience in work of an executive nature, office organization and control of staff. Please note: • Failure to upload all required documents i.e. qualifications, I.D. etc at submission stage will automatically result in an invalid application. • Candidates should satisfy themselves that their educational qualifications meet the minimum requirements for the position. • Applicants with non-Irish qualifications can avail of the online recognition of foreign qualifications service provided by Quality & Qualifications Ireland (QQI) and must submit proof of same with their applications. • Failure to complete each question on the application form may deem your application invalid (answers which redirect to other responses are not permitted). 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. Salary: Current Salary Scale: €57,322 - €70,030 (2nd LSI) (Circular EL 07/2025) The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The employee 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 his/her employment or in respect of services which he/she is required by or under any enactment to perform. Entry point of this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Local Government & Heritage. In accordance with Departmental Circular letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1st January 2011, will enter the scale for the position at the minimum point (currently €57,322). Remuneration is paid fortnightly by PayPath directly to the employee’s nominated bank account. The current wage pay cycle may be revised during the period of employment. Remuneration is subject to all statutory deductions, e.g. P.A.Y.E. and P.R.S.I. Increments are paid annually subject to satisfactory attendance, conduct and performance and national agreements. Increments may be withheld if performance, attendance and/or conduct are not satisfactory. Under the Public Service Stability Agreement 2013, the working hours for newly appointed/promoted staff are 35 hours per week. All posts will be offered on the basis of the candidate working wholetime. Probation: Where a person who is not already a permanent officer of Tipperary County Council is appointed, the following provisions shall apply: (a) there shall be a period after such appointment takes effect, during which such person shall hold office on probation; (b) the maximum period shall generally be one year for permanent contracts and such other period as may be required in relation to temporary or fixed term/purpose contracts as set out in the council’s probationary policy. No probationary period shall exceed 12 months in duration; (c) such a person shall cease to hold office at the end of the period of probation, unless during such period, the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such person is satisfactory. Superannuation: The relevant Superannuation Scheme will apply. The provisions of the Local Government (Superannuation) (Consolidation) Scheme 1998 may apply. Persons who become pensionable officers who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required, in respect of their superannuation contribution, to contribute to the local authority as follows: 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (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 dependent or qualified children). Persons who become pensionable officers who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required, in respect of their superannuation contribution, to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. The provisions of the Spouses and Children’s/Widows and Orphans Contributory Pension Scheme will continue to apply. New entrants will be admitted to the Single Public Service Pension Scheme with effect from the date of appointment. The scheme is contributory and provides pension, retirement gratuity, death gratuity and survivors benefits. To qualify for a pension the successful candidate must have served a minimum of two years employment in a Local Authority. Retirement Age 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, is subject to a compulsory retirement age of 70 years or as determined in accordance with Department Circulars and in line with Government Policy. The maximum retirement age for new entrants as defined by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and other Provisions) Act 2012 is 70 years. The Council may refer staff to a medical advisor at any time to determine fitness for carrying out the duties to which they have been assigned. Hours of Work: The normal working hours are 35 hours per week. Flexible working arrangements apply. All hours worked are subject to and recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997, and the Organisation of Working Time Regulations, 2001. Tipperary County Council requires employees to record their hours using the CORE/TDS Clocking system. Annual Leave: The annual leave entitlement for the grade is 30 days per annum. The Chief Executive of Tipperary County Council retains autonomy with regard to office closures, (e.g. Christmas Office Closure); any days arising from such closure will be reserved from the employee’s annual leave entitlement. Proposed office closure days will be reviewed and advised to all employees each year. Residence: The successful candidate shall reside in the district in which his/her duties are to be performed, or within a reasonable distance thereof.
Retail Sales Consultant
About This Role: As a Retail Sales Consultant at eir, you will be a face of our brand—engaging with customers to understand their needs and providing tailored broadband and mobile solutions that exceed expectations. In this dynamic retail role, every interaction is an opportunity to represent eir’s values, grow our customer base, and contribute to the success of your store. Enjoy earning a monthly salary along with additional earnings from our attractive commission structure. If you’re a people person with a passion for tech and a drive to hit targets, we’d love to hear from you. Why This Role: This is more than just a retail job—it’s your chance to build a career in an exciting and fast-paced industry. As a Retail Sales Consultant , you’ll: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Support Worker
Support Worker (Care Assistant), Cashel / Clonmel / Glengoole, Co. Tipperary Come and work with one of Ireland’s best 150 Employers! Brothers of Charity Services Ireland are looking for bright, ambitious individuals who have a positive attitude towards working with people with an intellectual disability and who are committed to ensuring that our persons supported lead as fulfilling and enjoyable a life as possible. Please apply to be in consideration for the following healthcare vacancies with Dun Aoibhinn Services (see attached for further details): The role of a Support Worker Support Workers provide a key-working caring role for a group of People Supported by the Services. They are responsible for all aspects of personal care required during the day. This includes meals, personal hygiene and other related aspects of physical well-being. Secondly, a major focus of the Support Worker role is to assist and support People Supported by the Services with the development of their Individual Plans and achievement of associated outcomes. In addition, a critical component of this role is to support People Supported by the Services in community participation and integration. • Competitive Rates of Pay (€34,036- €47,454 pro-rata) • 22 days Annual Leave • Defined Benefit Pension Plan • Flexible Working Hours • Full Training provided • Career Progression • Sick Pay Benefits • Employee Assistance Programs Please see attached job description for further details including job requirements, duties, etc. Closing Date for receipt of completed Applications Forms/CVs online is 9th November 2025. The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer INDSE
Seasonal Store Employee
Dunnes Stores is Ireland’s leading retailer positioned at the cutting edge of food and fashion retailing. We have stores in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Spain and are expanding our service and product offering all the time. At Dunnes Stores, we pride ourselves in delivering outstanding service and quality products whether it is food or fashion. We strive for excellence in all that we do, be it our award winning Simply Better Food range, our Baxter & Greene Market Deli or our collaborations with some of Irelands best Fashion and Homewares designers. Dunnes Stores offers a unique opportunity to in one of the most dynamic retailers in Ireland. We are currently looking to recruit store employees into a variety of different roles in our stores, these include working in Food or Fashion & Homewares, or within our Deli or restaurants. Store Employee roles have varying start times across the day, with some starting very early in the morning. All our store employees have excellent product knowledge, provide outstanding customer service, and above all else are passionate about retail. Suitable candidates should have some experience of working in a customer facing environment, be motivated, have excellent customer care skills, be confident communicators and have a passion for helping people. As a member of our store team you should be willing to learn and develop yourself, have a desire to succeed and to contribute to our positive team environment aswell as promoting our unique brand. Key Skills · Customer Service · Product Knowledge · Cash Handling · Visual Merchandising · Hygiene, Health and Safety · Knowledge of HACCP Dunnes Stores is an equal opportunities employer
Customer Assistant (Festive)
Fancy a festive in-store role? We’ve got all kinds of shifts and roles available. Across the country, customers are counting on us to make the magic happen – and that’s why we need your help. Working in store, you’ll tackle a range of tasks, from serving customers and stocking shelves, to picking orders for home delivery. You’ll feel your impact every day, as you send customers home with a smile. Experience isn’t essential – all you need is the right attitude. Because here, it all comes down to helping people: customers, colleagues, communities. If you’re warm and welcoming, you’ll fit right in with our caring, friendly bunch. It all adds up to a role where you can do good, and feel good, while enjoying great flexibility. Let’s make every day a little better. Especially at Christmas. #tescoxmas What is in it for you We offer excellent benefits that help make Tesco a great place to work. These include but aren’t limited to:
Team Member
CAN YOU FOLLOW IN THE COLONEL’S FOOTSTEPS? So, think you’ve got what it takes to join us? If you answer ‘ YES ’ to this question then you might just be right… Are you a team player? The ‘not-so’ secret to success is teamwork. Working in a KFC restaurant is all about working together to give our guests the best service. You’ll need to be up for meeting new people and be ready to get involved, help your team, our guests and keep cool when it gets busy. We’re not looking for years of experience or a degree in Guest Service, we’re just looking for real people up for getting stuck in, making a difference for our guests and being part of our awesome team. Don’t worry about the rest, we’ll teach you all you need to know. And if you needed any more persuasion, we also offer free meals , 25% discount , flexible shifts and educational development opportunities up to degree level to all of our Team Members as standard. WHO WE ARE Take one man with a big idea (and some serious style), add 11 herbs and spices, 1,009 rejections, buckets of grit, ambition and southern hospitality and you’ve got KFC. It’s simple, we’re a people business that sells chicken and chips (and some other pretty epic stuff too). OUR RESTAURANT CULTURE We do things the right way. It isn’t always easy, but it’s always better. We lead with our hearts, work hard and play hard and we welcome everyone into our big KFC family. It doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or what your shoe size is – everyone has a place at the Colonel’s table. All we ask is that you roll up your sleeves, get stuck in and treat our team like family and our guests as friends. It’s what the Colonel would do. That got you cluckin’ excited? Apply now - there might just be a seat for you at the Colonel’s table…
Assistant Staff Officer
This competition presents an opportunity to gain employment with Tipperary County Council in the role of Assistant Staff Officer. Tipperary County Council is committed to a policy of open and fair recruitment, in line with good practice, recruitment & selection standards, employment legislation and relevant circulars from the Department of Housing, Local Government & Heritage. This Candidate Information Booklet is intended to provide information on the post of Assistant Staff Officer and the selection process and candidates are advised to familiarize themselves with the detailed information in advance of submitting their application. Candidates should satisfy themselves that they are eligible under the Qualifications to apply for the post of Assistant Staff Officer. Where a candidate provides false or misleading information or has deliberately omitted relevant information on their application form this may result in their disqualification from the competition. ROLE & DUTIES OF THE POST Introduction: The Assistant Staff Officer is a key frontline support position within the Council and is assigned to a service delivery area or to support a functional area as required. The Assistant Staff Officer will work under the direction and management of the Staff Officer or analogous grade or other employee designated by the Administrative Officer, Senior Executive Officer or Director of Services as appropriate. The role involves supporting managers and colleagues and working as part of a team in meeting work goals and objectives and delivering quality services to internal and external customers. The Assistant Staff Officer role requires excellent administrative, interpersonal, communication and other particular skills and expertise depending on assignment and may also be required to deputise for a Staff Officer from time to time. The Assistant Staff Officer will be expected to use initiative and work to a high standard and will be required to operate the Council’s existing and future IT systems as part of their work. The successful candidate will be expected to carry out their duties in a manner that enhances public trust and confidence and ensures impartial decision making. The ideal candidate will demonstrate: • Knowledge and understanding of the structure and functions of local government • Ability to demonstrate capacity in the following competency areas, Delivering Results, Personal Performance and Personal Effectiveness • Knowledge of current local government issues • Understanding of the role of Assistant Staff Officer • Relevant administrative experience • Experience of working as part of a team • Experience of preparing reports and correspondence • Knowledge and experience of operating ICT systems Duties: The duties of the office are to give the local authority and (a) to such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive for the purposes of the Local Government Act, 2001, is Chief Executive, and (b) to any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority or 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 officer as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate management, executive, supervisory, advisory and ancillary services as may be required by any local authority or body hereinbefore mentioned in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties, including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The holder of the office will, if required, act for an officer of a higher level. Assistant Staff Officers are key frontline personnel who deliver a range of services to the public and internally within the Council. Assistant Staff Officers are required to perform a range of tasks including but not limited to the following: • To support the line manager to ensure the section or department work programmes are implemented to deliver on the Council’s Corporate Plan and operational matters; • Promote a culture of dignity, respect and fairness and seek to eliminate all forms of discrimination. Promote equality of opportunity, and protect the human rights of staff and service users. • To communicate effectively and liaise effectively with employees, supervisors and line managers in other sections, and customers in relation to operational matters for their section or area of work. • To prepare reports, correspondence and other documents as necessary. • Use all technology and equipment as required. • To organize and facilitate internal and external meetings and participate and engage in discussions as appropriate. • To provide assistance and support in the delivery of projects as required. • To ensure high levels of customer service, responding to queries and requests for information in a professional, courteous and timely manner. • To support line managers to communicate, implement and manage all change management initiatives within the relevant area of responsibility. • To supervise employees within their team or programmes of work within their areas of responsibility, providing support to team members or colleagues as required and through participation in the Performance Management Development System. • To complete essential training successfully. • To participate in corporate activities and responsibilities appropriate to the grade. • To be in compliance with Health & Safety legislative requirements, policies and procedures and safe systems of work. • To deputise for the line manager or equivalent. • Processing applications for services in accordance with Council policies, procedures and plans. • Ensure deadlines are met and that service levels are maintained. • To undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibility, as may be required or assigned from time to time. These duties are indicative rather than exhaustive and are carried out under general guidance. Persons employed will be required to work in any location within the Tipperary County Council administrative area. 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. 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 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 (iv) shall have satisfactory experience in administrative procedures, including adequate practical experience in work of an executive nature, office organization and control of staff. Confined Competition (v)(a) be a serving employee in 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, and (b) have satisfactory experience in administrative procedures, including adequate practical experience in work of an executive nature, office organization and control of staff. Please note: • Failure to upload all required documents i.e. qualifications, I.D. etc at submission stage will automatically result in an invalid application. • Candidates should satisfy themselves that their educational qualifications meet the minimum requirements for the position. • Applicants with non-Irish qualifications can avail of the online recognition of foreign qualifications service provided by Quality & Qualifications Ireland (QQI) and must submit proof of same with their applications. • Failure to complete each question on the application form may deem your application invalid (answers which redirect to other responses are not permitted). 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. Salary: Current Salary Scale: €35,613 - €54,911 (2nd LSI) (Circular EL 07/2025) The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The employee 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 his/her employment or in respect of services which he/she is required by or under any enactment to perform. Entry point of this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Local Government & Heritage. In accordance with Departmental Circular letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1st January 2011, will enter the scale for the position at the minimum point (currently €35,613). Remuneration is paid fortnightly by PayPath directly to the employee’s nominated bank account. The current wage pay cycle may be revised during the period of employment. Remuneration is subject to all statutory deductions, e.g. P.A.Y.E. and P.R.S.I. Increments are paid annually subject to satisfactory attendance, conduct and performance and national agreements. Increments may be withheld if performance, attendance and/or conduct are not satisfactory. Under the Public Service Stability Agreement 2013, the working hours for newly appointed/promoted staff are 35 hours per week. All posts will be offered on the basis of the candidate working wholetime. Probation: Where a person who is not already a permanent officer of Tipperary County Council is appointed, the following provisions shall apply: (a) there shall be a period after such appointment takes effect, during which such person shall hold office on probation; (b) the maximum period shall generally be one year for permanent contracts and such other period as may be required in relation to temporary or fixed term/purpose contracts as set out in the council’s probationary policy. No probationary period shall exceed 12 months in duration; (c) such a person shall cease to hold office at the end of the period of probation, unless during such period, the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such person is satisfactory. Superannuation: The relevant Superannuation Scheme will apply. The provisions of the Local Government (Superannuation) (Consolidation) Scheme 1998 may apply. Persons who become pensionable officers who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required, in respect of their superannuation contribution, to contribute to the local authority as follows: 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (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 dependent or qualified children). Persons who become pensionable officers who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required, in respect of their superannuation contribution, to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. The provisions of the Spouses and Children’s/Widows and Orphans Contributory Pension Scheme will continue to apply. New entrants will be admitted to the Single Public Service Pension Scheme with effect from the date of appointment. The scheme is contributory and provides pension, retirement gratuity, death gratuity and survivors benefits. To qualify for a pension the successful candidate must have served a minimum of two years employment in a Local Authority. Retirement Age 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, is subject to a compulsory retirement age of 70 years or as determined in accordance with Department Circulars and in line with Government Policy. The maximum retirement age for new entrants as defined by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and other Provisions) Act 2012 is 70 years. The Council may refer staff to a medical advisor at any time to determine fitness for carrying out the duties to which they have been assigned. Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) It is a condition of the Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) as set out in Department of Finance Circular 12/09 that retirees, under that Scheme, are debarred from applying for another position in the same employment or the same sector. Therefore, such retirees may not apply for this position. Hours of Work: The normal working hours are 35 hours per week. Flexible working arrangements apply. All hours worked are subject to and recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997, and the Organisation of Working Time Regulations, 2001. Tipperary County Council requires employees to record their hours using the CORE/TDS Clocking system. Annual Leave: The annual leave entitlement for the grade is 30 days per annum. The Chief Executive of Tipperary County Council retains autonomy with regard to office closures, (e.g. Christmas Office Closure); any days arising from such closure will be reserved from the employee’s annual leave entitlement. Proposed office closure days will be reviewed and advised to all employees each year. Residence: The successful candidate shall reside in the district in which his/her duties are to be performed, or within a reasonable distance thereof. Drivers Licence: Tipperary County Council employees may on occasion be required to use their car on official business. In such situations the employee must hold a current clean driver’s licence and have available adequate means of transport. It is the responsibility of the employee to arrange the appropriate car insurance for business use and to indemnify Tipperary County Council with the indemnity specified on the insurance certificate under the heading “Persons or classes of person who are covered”. Documentation to confirm the appropriate insurance cover will be required to be supplied to the Council on an annual basis. Code of Conduct/Organisational Policies: Employees are required to adhere to all current and future Tipperary County Council codes of practice including Code of Conduct of Employees and all current and future organisational policies including, but not limited to Health and Safety, Communications, Data Protection, Equality, Staff Mobility, Attendance Management and Use of Electronic Equipment. A full list of relevant policies is contained on the council Intranet.
