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Mystery Shoppers
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Area Manager – Athlone & Surrounding Region
Join One of Ireland’s Leading Independent Radio Stations Area Manager – Athlone & Surrounding Region Midlands 103 - one of Ireland’s most popular local radio stations - is seeking an ambitious, results-driven Area Sales Manager to lead commercial growth across the wider Athlone region. This is one of our strongest and fastest-growing territories, home to thriving businesses and loyal listeners. We’re looking for someone who can build on that momentum to build resilient advertising partnerships, develop creative solutions and deliver sustainable revenue. What You’ll DoDrive Growth: Basic is €38k with OTE €70k.
Retained Firefighter
Westmeath County Council provides a 24 hour, 365 day emergency response to the people of Westmeath and certain areas of adjoining counties via four fire brigades and a complement of 54 personnel. A Retained Firefighter working within this organisation is an essential part of a disciplined and well structured team which provides an emergency response to the community in which they work and reside in (must reside and work within a reasonable distance of the relevant fire station). The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated person, with a strong sense of community commitment and shall demonstrate a clear knowledge and understanding of: • Local Government services and structure • The structure of the Retained Fire Service • The operational abilities of Westmeath Fire & Rescue Service • The demands placed on members of the Retained Fire Service • Teamwork & group dynamics • Dealing with high risk, stressful and dynamic environments • Knowledge of health and safety within the workplace Also the ideal candidate shall also have a proven ability in: • Dealing effectively with conflicting demands • Acting on their own initiative • Problem solving & decision making • Effective communication with work colleagues • Effective communication with the public • Service to the community, voluntary organisations or other • Active engagement with Health, Safety and Welfare within the workplace • Working under pressure within a structured environment • Adaptability to evolving situations Qualifying Criteria: • Only applications from competent persons who reside and work within a reasonable distance of the fire station of the relevant unit and whose ordinary activity does not take them away from the town, in which a brigade is located, will be considered. General guideline: On receipt of a fire or other emergency call candidates should be in attendance at the relevant Fire Station within a reasonable time which is considered for each candidate by the Chief Fire Officer prior to the candidate suitability process and which is dependent on the location of the candidates residence/work relative to the particular station that the candidate has applied for the position. The terms reasonable distance and reasonable time is to be decided by the Council. • Applicants shall possess adequate literacy and numeric skills to allow them to carry out their duties in a competent and safe manner. Applicants will have to undertake literacy and numeric skills test as part of the selection process. • Applicants shall undertake physical tests, including tests for vertigo, claustrophobia, dexterity, endurance as part of the selection process. • Applicants who are successful will be required to undertake and successfully pass a medical examination and a Recruits Training Course (3 weeks duration) without delay in advance of any appointment being made. • It is a requirement of a fire-fighter’s appointment that he/she qualify as a Breathing Apparatus Wearer within their probationary period. If he/she does not qualify, or if for any reason, is removed from the list of qualified Breathing Apparatus Wearers, they will be discharged from the service. • Applicants who are successful shall be prepared to undertake any Fire Service training courses deemed necessary to refresh and/or enhance their capability to carry out their role in a competent and safe manner. QUALIFICATIONS Character A Firefighter must be of good character and shall not at any time bring the County Council into disrepute. Employment will be subject to the provision of satisfactory references and Garda Vetting. Age A Firefighter must be not less than 18 years on the first day of the month in which the latest date for receiving application forms occurs. A birth certificate must be submitted to the County Council as proof of age before a person is engaged as a recruit. Education Firefighters must have attained a satisfactory level of education to enable them to perform satisfactorily as a Firefighter and to successfully undergo the appropriate training. Health Each candidate must be free from any defects which would render that person unsuitable to perform the duties of the post and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. For the purpose of satisfying this requirement, it will be necessary to undergo at the candidate’s own expense an initial medical examination, by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by Westmeath County Council. Note the requirement to complete and pass the Chester Step Test detailed below. Given the strenuous nature of fire-fighting duties the medical examination will be of a very thorough nature. Please note that the following disabilities will render an applicant unsuitable for fire-fighting duties and will lead to disqualification at the examination. history of epilepsy alcohol or drug dependency obesity chronic bronchitis or asthma or other disabling disease of the lungs organic disease of the cardio vascular system diabetes mellitus unaided vision less than 6/12 in either eye inability to hear a forced whisper or conversational voice separately in either ear at 20 feet evidence of labyrinthine disturbance a history of vertigo or an illness which would affect sense of balance history of mental instability They will also be required to comply fully with the requirements of the “Occupational Health Scheme for Members of the Retained Fire Service” as published by the Local Government Management Services Board in July 2005. Retained Fire-fighters will be required to undergo regular and ad-hoc medical examinations at any time and an operational Firefighter must maintain a good level of physical fitness through regular strenuous exercise. Please note that it is recommended that Retained Fire-fighters be vaccinated against the Hepatitis B Virus and in this regard the vaccine will be made available free of charge to successful candidates. Fitness Test Part of the pre-employment medical examination includes completing the fitness test. Candidates successful at interview must successfully complete the fitness test prior to employment being offered. The fitness test at the recruit medical is the Chester Step Test. The Chester Step Test measures aerobic capacity and fitness and entails a moderately vigorous level of physical activity. The level of fitness needed to pass this test requires regular exercise and the test pass level is difficult to achieve if the candidate does not already have a good level of physical fitness prior to the test. Medical examiners advice is that fitness needed for this test does not come overnight; realistically it takes at least a few weeks and often longer to appreciably improve a candidate’s fitness level. Residence Only applications from competent persons who reside and work within a reasonable distance of the fire station of the relevant unit and whose ordinary activity does not take them away from the town, in which a brigade is located, will be considered. General guideline: On receipt of a fire or other emergency call candidates should be in attendance at the relevant Fire Station within a reasonable time which is considered for each candidate by the Chief Fire Officer prior to the candidate suitability process and which is dependent on the location of the candidate’s residence/work relative to the particular station that the candidate has applied for the position. The terms reasonable distance and reasonable time is to be decided by the Council. Availability Candidates must have flexibility within their current occupation and have permission from their employer to be available for attendance at incidents and training courses. Prior to appointment to any Firefighter position, candidates will be required to submit a letter from their employer (if relevant) outlining their permission to attend emergency callouts. Persons appointed will be required to show documentary evidence of both their work address and the address of their permanent residence prior to being appointed (a letter from your current employer confirming current employment address and recent utility bills, bank statements or tenancy agreement). Driving Licence A candidate must, at the date of application, be the holder of a full unendorsed Class ‘B’ driving licence. On appointment and after an interval decided by the Chief Fire Officer, firefighters may be required to obtain a Heavy Goods Vehicle Class C Driving licence and undertake further driving training and instruction to enable them to drive fire appliances and other fire service fleet. If a Firefighter has their licence suspended or removed for any reason, they must immediately inform Westmeath County Council. 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. PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYMENT The Panel The employment is part-time. A panel will be formed from which part time, permanent and/or fixed term contract posts may be filled. Remuneration Remuneration will consist of an inclusive annual allowance together with hourly rates of attendance at fires, drills, training, etc., as listed hereunder. All payments will be subject to deduction of statutory contributions to PAYE, PRSI, etc. (a) The rates of pay from the 1st August 2025 as per Circular EL 07/2025 are as follows: Firefighter Service Allowance Year 1 €16,190 Years 2 – 4 €17,192 Years 5 – 7 €18,428 Years 8+ €19,555 Annual Leave The terms of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 shall apply. A Firefighter’s annual leave entitlement will be calculated in accordance with the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997 and S.I. 473 of 2001 Regulations. A Firefighter is entitled to a maximum of 4 working weeks i.e. 28 days. Payment for annual leave will be 8% of earnings inclusive of community fire safety, station duties, drill hours, training hours and average of calls in previous 52 weeks. A Firefighter will be required to comply with the terms of the Crew Management Arrangements for Retained Firefighters as operated by Westmeath County Council. In cases of Annual Leave, advance notice must be given to the Station Officer or in their absence, to the Sub-Officer in advance of the first day of Annual Leave. Approval of annual leave will be subject to minimum crewing levels being maintained at station level. Each Firefighter must use their leave sheet or other means to record such annual leave absences. The provision of annual leave will be on the basis of 50% of annual leave on periods which the firefighter is rostered on and 50% of periods which the Firefighter is not rostered (i.e. flexible working week) for attendance at calls. Sick Leave Any absence on sick leave must be reported to the Station Officer, Sub Station Officer or nominated person by the Senior Fire Officer on the first morning of illness. Where a Firefighter is absent due to sickness, a certificate from a qualified Medical Practitioner must be submitted on the third day of a continuous absence and on a weekly basis thereafter. Return to Work Form must be completed by any staff member absent on uncertified and certified sick leave. The form must be countersigned by the Station Officer and forwarded to a Senior Fire Officer prior to submission to Human Resources. The medical certificate should state the general nature of the illness. This information will be treated in confidence. The local authority reserves the right to refer you for an independent medical examination. A certificate of fitness will be required before resuming work. Where a Retained Firefighter becomes incapacitated for an extended period as a result of serious illness or injury, payment of the quarterly retainer will be subject to (a) the Station Officer having received notification as soon as possible concerning the circumstances of the absence and (b) a medical certificate being submitted within three days of the absence. Payment of the quarterly retainer may be extended to six months depending on the merits of each case and the applicant’s attendance records. Extended sick leave would normally only be granted to a Firefighter on one occasion only. A medical certificate of fitness must be submitted prior to resuming duties. Attendance at Drills & Incidents There is an obligation on Firefighters to attend at alert/fire calls and at drills. This is the basis on which a retainer is paid. The onus on arranging to receive an alert/fire call shall rest with the Firefighter. • Drills Notwithstanding any other disciplinary action that the County Council may apply, failure to attend or participate in 85% of all drills in any quarter of a year, without good reason, will be addressed through the Local Authority’s disciplinary procedure. • Incidents In the case of an alert/fire call the Firefighter shall attend all calls within their Rostered-On duty Period (24 Weeks per annum). Firefighters who attend calls will be remunerated as per the Crew Management Arrangements for Retained Firefighters as operated by Westmeath County Council. Where the Chief Fire Officer considers that a Firefighter is not fulfilling the above attendance standards which he/she considers reasonable in all the circumstances, the Chief Fire Officer will consider the matter of attendance under the Council’s disciplinary policy. Subsequent continuing failure to meet the above attendance standards, without good reason, shall be dealt with through the disciplinary procedure, and may result in termination of service at the absolute discretion of the County Council. Availability Written evidence must be provided from the employer as to the fire-fighter's availability to turn up to all call-outs of the Fire Brigade and to attend any courses arranged by the Fire Service prior to appointment, and the County Council in its sole discretion, shall decide as to whether the availability as so provided is acceptable. If the fire-fighter's employer subsequently changes their conditions of employment and does not allow the firefighter to attend fire calls/drills during working hours, employment will be terminated. Self-employed must also provide written evidence as to availability prior to appointment. Such written evidence must cover a candidate's availability for initial training and for fire and other calls, drills, training and such other duties which the firefighter may be required by the County Council to perform. Residence & Work Base The residence and normal place of work of each Retained Firefighter shall be within a distance from the fire station acceptable to the Council. Satisfactory written evidence from employer must be submitted to the Council agreeing to the availability of the Retained Fire Fighter for training, fire and other calls, drills and such other duties as a Retained Firefighter may be required to perform. • If in the future, a successful candidate should change residence or employment and as a consequence is outside the 1.5 mile radius or reasonable distance of the fire station, it will be necessary for the Council to terminate their employment. The firefighter is further obliged to notify the Chief Fire Officer and HR Officer in Human Resources immediately of: (a) new address if they should change residence (b) any change of conditions in their current employment which would require them to leave the town (c) the name and address of their employer should they change or obtain employment. Satisfactory written evidence from any new employer must be submitted agreeing to release for training, fire and other calls, drills and such other duties as a Retained Firefighter may be required to perform.
HR Generalist
Who we are? At Mergon, we mould ideas for a sustainable future. We work with leading brands like Tesla, Landrover, Xerox and Abbott to design, manufacture and deliver sustainable products for the vehicles and equipment of the future. We care deeply about our colleagues, customers and our community and we have a curiosity that constantly pushes us to innovate and improve. We are competent, capable and we invest in our people and in our processes to ensure we continue to grow and do our best work every day. What’s the job? We are currently looking for a HR Generalist to join our HR team in Castlepollard, Westmeath. Reporting to the HR Manager, your role as a people leader at Mergon is central to building a strong, values-driven workplace. You’re not just supporting HR operations—you’re helping shape a culture where people thrive. Recruitment & Onboarding You lead the recruitment process for indirect roles and provide valuable support for direct hiring. From first contact to first day, you ensure every new joiner feels welcomed and set up for success. Performance & Manager Support You play a key role in driving performance management, offering practical support to line managers and supervisors. Your involvement helps ensure feedback is constructive and development-focused. Employee Relations You provide steady guidance on grievance and disciplinary matters, helping teams navigate challenges with fairness and clarity. Your support ensures any issues are resolved professionally and respectfully. Benefits & Vendor Coordination You manage employee benefit programs in collaboration with external partners—ensuring offerings are competitive, well-communicated, and aligned with employee needs. Engagement & Culture You help bring Mergon’s values to life through engagement initiatives, wellness programs, and cultural workshops. Your efforts contribute to a positive, inclusive environment where people feel connected and valued. HR Metrics & Reporting You deliver clear, actionable HR data—covering engagement, absenteeism, turnover, and more. Your reporting supports informed decision-making Strategic Advisory & Benchmarking You act as a trusted advisor to managers, offering insights on employee relations and organisational culture. You also lead benchmarking efforts to ensure Mergon stays aligned with best practices and evolving workforce expectations. Who we’re looking for? Proven HR Experience (3–5 Years Minimum)A consistent requirement across internal job descriptions and recruitment policies is a minimum of 3–5 years of relevant HR experience, ideally within a manufacturing or operational environment This experience should span the full HR lifecycle—from recruitment and onboarding to employee relations and performance management 2. Educational BackgroundA third-level degree in Human Resources, Business Studies, or a related discipline is essential. A CIPD qualification is highly desirable and often viewed as a strong differentiator 3. Employment Law ExpertiseExcellent knowledge of Irish employment legislation is a must. This includes familiarity with grievance and disciplinary procedures, workplace investigations, and compliance with national regulations 4. HR Systems & MetricsProficiency in HRIS platforms (e.g., BambooHR, PeopleSoft) and strong command of Microsoft Office are expected. Candidates should be comfortable generating and interpreting HR metrics such as time-to-hire, turnover, and engagement scores 5. Interpersonal & Advisory SkillsThe ability to build and manage relationships at all levels of the organisation is critical. HR Generalists are expected to act as trusted advisors to line managers and employees, offering guidance on sometimes sensitive issues Mergon is an Equal Opportunity Employer that offers flexible working arrangements and values a diverse and inclusive workplace.
RHM---, Human Resources Support Officer
Grade V - Human Resources Support Officer RHM-11-25-311 Regional Hospital Mullingar Location of Post: Regional Hospital Mullingar There is currently one permanent , whole-time Grade V – Human Resources Support Officer vacancy available in the Human Resources Department at the Regional Hospital Mullingar. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for a Grade V – Human Resources Support Officer from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full-time or part-time duration may be filled. Informal Enquiries: We welcome enquiries about the role. For further information about the role, please contact: Danny Connaughton Medical Manpower Manager / Deputy HR Manager Regional Hospital Mullingar Email: danny.connaughton@hse.ie Tel: 087 096 3850 HR Point of Contact: The HSE Dublin and Midlands is committed to providing information and services which are accessible to all, if you require accessibility assistance throughout any stage of the recruitment process, please contact: William Wang HR Recruitment Officer HSE Dublin and Midlands Email: william.wang@hse.ie Tel: 087 335 1532 Purpose of the Post: The purpose of the Grade V – Human Resources Support Officer will be to provide a HR service to the Hospital including the provision of information on a range of HR policies and procedures. This will also include participation in recruitment & retention initiatives with a specific focus on paybill processes together with any other HR Projects / Initiatives that may be assigned from time to time. Eligibility Criteria, Qualifications and / or Experience: This is an internal HSE campaign and therefore the applicant pool is confined to existing HSE staff only. 1. Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc (a) Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: - (i) Have satisfactory experience as a Clerical Officer in the HSE, TUSLA, other statutory health agencies, or a body which provides services on behalf of the HSE under Section 38 of the Health Act 2004. OR (ii) Have obtained a pass (Grade D) in at least five subjects from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Leaving Certificate Examination, including Mathematics and English or Irish(1). Candidates should have obtained at least Grade C on higher level papers in three subjects in that examination. OR (iii) Have completed a relevant examination at a comparable standard in any equivalent examination in another jurisdiction. OR (iv) Hold a comparable and relevant third level qualification of at least level 6 on the National Qualifications Framework maintained by Qualifications and Quality Ireland (QQI). Note 1: Candidates must achieve a pass in Ordinary or Higher level papers. A pass in a foundation level paper is not acceptable. Candidates must have achieved these grades on the Leaving Certificate Established programme or the Leaving Certificate Vocational programme. The Leaving Certification Applied Programme does not fulfil the eligibility criteria. AND (b) Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability, including a high standard of suitability, for the proper discharge of the office. 2. Health Candidates for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Character Candidates for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Post Specific Requirements: Candidates must have at the latest date of application: -
Support Manager
Family Carers Ireland (FCI) is the national charity supporting over 500,000 family carers across the country who dedicate their lives to caring for loved ones such as children or adults with physical or intellectual disabilities, frail older people, those with palliative care needs, or those living with chronic illnesses or addiction. We provide a range of services and support for family carers nationally from our local support centres, in the community, and online. The remit of the Carer Supports team is to deliver one-to-one support to family carers, alongside the design, development, and implementation of group and community-based supports. This team will manage the delivery of local events and programmes, through actively supporting and participating in national initiatives of the Carer Support National Programme and Events Team such as the Family Carer of the Year Awards, National Carers Week, respite weekends, and training and education. Using a strengths-based, carer-focused approach, the Support Manager (SM) will work with the family carer, delivering high-quality, appropriate supports based on the identified needs of the family carer. Where appropriate, the Support Manager will support the family carer using the Carers Outcome Star, which enables a collaborative and focused conversation across seven recognised areas of carer wellbeing (health, the caring role, time for yourself, how you feel, work, finances, managing at home). The Support Manager will develop an individual person-centred action plan designed to support the family carer through and beyond their care journey. The Support Manager may also advocate on behalf of the family carer with an appropriate external service. The Support Manager will deliver community engagement via community development, delivery of education and training, facilitation of groups and carers clinics, signposting to relevant community services. The role includes organisation of local assemblies, community fora, and fundraising and, where applicable, the management of a local centre. The Support Manager will report to their network Senior Manager Community Supports East and will engage in reflective practice, supervision, and will be an active member of their assigned network. The Support Manager will be required to deliver on agreed individual, network, and national targets as identified in the performance management and delivery system agreed with their manager. The following qualifications, skills, and experience are required for this role: Terms & Conditions: Full-time permanent contract (37 hours per week across Monday–Friday). Flexibility to travel to meetings as required is essential. The remuneration for this role includes a salary of €43,260 and access to a defined contribution pension scheme. The annual leave entitlement is 26 days per year.
Shift Lead
Purpose of the Shift Lead role:
Warehouse Operative
Summary From our Head Office to the shop floor and everywhere in between our primary goal is to create and deliver a fantastic customer journey for everyone who shops at Lidl. Are you a warehouse operative looking for a challenge, high energy and love learning every day? We are looking for Warehouse Operatives who are ambitious and match our values (performance, trust, respect, grounded and belonging). You’ll be picking in all of our different product categories. We can provide set days off to support your work life balance and a training plan which will get you up to speed. We rely heavily on your input and effort and in return you’ll receive a competitive hourly rate! What you'll do Year 1 • Basic Rate €15.10• €18.88 (Unsocial Hours) • €22.65 (Overtime/Sundays) • €30.20 (Bank Holiday) Year 2 • Basic Rate €15.70 • €19.63 (Unsocial Hours) • €23.55 (Overtime/Sundays) • €31.40 (Bank Holiday) Year 3 • Basic Rate €16.40• €20.50 (Unsocial Hours) • €24.60 (Overtime/Sundays) • €32.80 (Bank Holiday) Year 4 • Basic Rate €17.40• €21.75 (Unsocial Hours) • €26.10 (Overtime/Sundays) • €34.80 (Bank Holiday) Lidl is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements, we will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and want to ensure that all applicants have the same opportunity regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, age, disability, race, religious belief, political opinion or membership of the traveller community.
Assistant General Manager
CAN YOU FOLLOW IN THE COLONEL’S FOOTSTEPS? Here’s a bit more on what you can expect from the job and some of the important experiences that can help you show you’ve got what it takes to make the Colonel proud… As an Assistant Restaurant General Manager (ARGM) you will be “wingman” or woman to the Restaurant General Manager (RGM) . You’re an authentic brand ambassador who also happens to love our chicken and chips. Our ARGM’s have a wealth of experience coming from a variety of backgrounds, from supermarkets and pubs, to high street retailers and even banks. You’ll be empowered to partner with your RGM to run your restaurant like you own it. We want to give the kind of guest service that makes guests come back for more so we’re looking for leaders who will coach their teams well and can create a culture that puts guests at the centre. 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…
