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Field-Based Fundraising Team Leader
Title: Field-Based Fundraising Team Leader (Nationwide) – Medicine San Frontier: Doctors Without Borders Make a difference every day – and help others do the same. We’re looking for a natural leader to take charge in the field — coaching new fundraisers, setting the tone, and leading by example. If you love working with people, thrive outdoors, and want to inspire a team to do meaningful work, this is the role for you. Location: Field-Based – Nationwide Locations Job Type: Full-time/Part-time DOE What you’ll do:
Branch Operations Manager
NAPA Auto Parts was founded in 1925 to meet America’s need for an effective automotive parts distribution system. In the century since, NAPA has exploded across the globe, carrying a reputation of quality and excellence with it. Distributed by Alliance Automotive Group (AAG) in the United Kingdom and Ireland, NAPA has become a market-leading parts brand with a championship-winning motorsport team. Now, over 275 AAG subsidiaries are unifying under the NAPA Auto Parts name, joining the largest network of motor factors in the world. The prestigious NAPA Auto Parts family boasts a staggering 6,000+ locations across the US, Canada, and Australia — and now the United Kingdom and Ireland. Due to our growth and expansion within our motor factor network, we are looking for a Branch Operations Manager to join our team at NAPA Auto Parts in Mullingar. Having recently entered the Irish market this an excellent opportunity for enthusiastic, highly motivated automotive professionals to help establish and expand our brand in Ireland. An opportunity to be a part of our journey and share in our success as we continue to establish ourselves as a market leader in Ireland, Europe and worldwide. As Branch Operations Manager your focus will be on supporting the branch manager and team in maximizing sales and operational efficiency whilst ensuring first-class service to all our customers. The ideal candidate will already be working in the automotive industry or another trade counter environment. Responsibilities: Branch Operations Manager will support and be responsible for the following:
Cook
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… The kitchen is where our Cooks freshly prepare and cook our famous chicken, just as the colonel intended. You’re an authentic brand ambassador who also happens to love our chicken and chips. As a Cook in our Back of House Kitchen you’ll freshly prepare our famous chicken. It’s over to you to make sure our product is Gold Standard and finger lickin’ good for our guests, every time. 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…
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 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 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 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 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.
Crew Member
Overview McDonald's are one of the most recognize brands in the world, and the backbone of our brand is commitment to a set of core values: Serve, Inclusion, Integrity, Community and Family. We live by our values every day and are committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace, providing quality jobs, and making opportunity open to all. Join us and you'll become part of a team, that works together to provide the best customer experience. If you've visited one of our restaurants before, you’ve probably got some idea of what's involved in working here. But you might not realise the variety and scope of the role. We want every McDonald's customer to have a brilliant experience, every time they visit. That means hot food in a clean and friendly restaurant. As a Crew Member, you'll make it happen, whether you're preparing food, serving on the till or being out in the dining areas looking after our customers' needs. You will consistently deliver the highest standards of quality, service and cleanliness in the restaurant. Provide friendly, fast and accurate service. Complete tasks and activities in line with training, company guidelines and management direction. Follow all workplace safety, security and food hygiene procedures. Treat all customers and colleagues with courtesy and respect working as a supportive team member. Friendly, welcoming, courteous and helpful behavior will come naturally to you and you’ll work well as part of a team. Effective communication skills such as attentive listening, face-to-face verbal communication and eye contact are a must. The ability to maintain high energy levels whilst working both efficiently and productively is essential. Quite simply, you'll be working in our fast moving, high energy environment and we’re looking for a genuine smile, enthusiasm, energy, plus an ability to connect with customers and make them feel valued. Benefits package includes: Holiday pay, Service Awards, Meal allowance, Employee discounts from top high street and online brands and much more.... CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Leakage Detection Team Lead
Grade and Salary Grade E (€49,252 - €73,877) We are Uisce Éireann. Every day, we are responsible for the delivery of secure, safe, and sustainable water services for the people of Ireland. As Ireland’s national regulated water utility, our vision is a sustainable Ireland where water is respected and protected, for the planet and all the lives it supports. Our purpose at Uisce Éireann is to rise to the challenge of delivering transformative water services that enable communities to thrive. That means we are proud to take on the responsibility of protecting our water supply and passing on a safe and secure water system to a rapidly growing population and empowering Ireland’s social and economic growth. We are passionate about empowering our people, enabling them to make a positive impact on communities across Ireland. We are guided by a shared vision and purpose, grounded in values that define who we are and shape how we work, where we deliver for customers and communities, we work better together, we do the right thing, we aim high, and we keep each other safe. Our behaviours define how we interact, communicate, and succeed together. These values and behaviours apply to each one of us, across every role, location, and level. Our goal is to attract and develop skilled and talented people from diverse backgrounds, who bring a dynamic range of expertise and insights to our work. With a strong, values-driven workforce, we ensure Uisce Éireann can continue advancing Ireland’s water services and meeting the needs of the communities we serve for generations to come. The Role: The Asset Operations function forms the cornerstone of service delivery to customers, protecting the environment and meeting regulatory standards as well as managing the majority of operational expenditure. The Asset Operations function has responsibility for operational and maintenance strategy, policies, planning and standard operating procedures for Water and Wastewater operations both nationally and regionally, ensuring that value for money and customer service is delivered. The O&M team is responsible for the national delivery of water and wastewater operational services through the operation, inspection, maintenance & repair of the water and wastewater treatment and network assets. The Regional O&M Team has a regional remit and is responsible for the regional operational management of water or wastewater treatment and network assets and the associated delivery of water/wastewater services through operational, maintenance and repair activities, while managing health and safety. The team is also responsible for the implementation of the regional operations, maintenance and repair plan that forms part of the national operations, maintenance, and repair plan, contributing to the development, management, implementation and approval of same. Managing change and transformation activities is a key aspect of this team's responsibility particularly in the initial phases as the regional operations team splits into separate water and wastewater teams and ways of working are standardised. Reporting to the Operational Area Water Conservation Lead, the Leakage Detection Team Lead will have a sub-regional remit and is responsible for overseeing the monitoring and control of leakage activity within their sub-region. The Leakage Detection Team Lead will be responsible for leading and managing the performance of the Leakage Detection teams and where required Leakage Fix teams and to provide them with the necessary direction and skills to undertake unaccounted for water (UFW) reduction activities within the water network system in order to deliver Uisce Éireann’s targets in relation to Water Conservation / Leakage Management. Nighttime working may be required in line with operational requirements in addition to out of hours and standby working as required. Main Duties and Responsibilities: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Scheduling Coordinator
Who we`re looking for As a Scheduling Coordinator you should have following skills and experience.
Fitter/Maintenance Support
The Lunch Bag, one of Ireland’s fastest growing companies, is expanding and are now looking for a School Meals - CareTaker to join our team. Introduction to us: The Lunch Bag is an exciting school meal service making an enormous impact on the Irish nutritional landscape. With the recent advancement in free hot school meals, The Lunch Bag is creating an industry that's reach will be felt for generations to come. We are setting a tradition for the future, where children can avail of a healthy, varied lunch every day without the constraint of cost or food waste. Are you ready to be a part of a dynamic and rapidly growing team with a mission to transform children's lives through healthy food choices? The Lunch Bag, a leading school lunch delivery service, is at the forefront of promoting nutritious and delicious meals for students. We're not just providing lunches; we're empowering children to make informed choices about their food. What We Do: At The Lunch Bag, we're pioneering a tradition that paves the way for a healthier future. Our goal is to ensure that every child in selected schools across Ireland has access to a free, wholesome, hot meal every day. With the recent government funding allocation for school meals, we're committed to making this vision a reality. We are seeking to expand our road support team to ensure our schools are ready to begin their new hot food service and maintain the standards thereafter. Your role will include:
Assistant Swimming Pool Manager
The Position: Westmeath County Council employs over 570 staff across eight service divisions: Housing & Building; Road, Transport & Safety; Rural Water; Development Management; Environmental Protection; Recreation & Amenity; Climate Action, Agriculture & Education; and Miscellaneous Services. It consists of 20 democratically elected members. The Council is mandated to deliver a diverse range of functions and services which can be broadly described under the headings of economic development, community development, provision of physical and social infrastructure, recreation and amenity services, and the enforcement of the planning and environmental regulatory framework. The Council now invites applications from suitably qualified persons who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which permanent and fixed term contracts for the position of Assistant Swimming Pool Manager will be drawn. The Assistant Swimming Pool Manager Post The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated person, with drive and commitment to delivering quality public services and continual professional development who can demonstrate clear knowledge and understanding of: • Local authority services, its key stakeholders and relationships • Local government structures and its democratic role and mandate • Health and safety regulations, swimming pool management standards and best practices for the provision of swimming pool facilities. The ideal candidate shall: • Show strong judgement and capacity to innovate, particularly in managing pool facilities and programs • Be able to work effectively within a team to achieve common goals while maintaining high standards and safety measures • Be capable of working independently and taking initiative in managing day-to-day pool operations • Demonstrate leadership and supervisory management skills • Have the ability to manage the administration of pool facilities • Be familiar with Health and Safety legislation, including those specific to swimming pool environments, and apply this legislation effectively • Manage a team of lifeguards and support staff • Plan and organise workloads effectively, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations • Foster and maintain productive relationships with the public, local schools, community groups, and other stakeholders • Have the ability to motivate, empower and encourage staff under his/her control to achieve maximum performance by supporting the current Performance Management and Development Systems (PMDS) Key Duties and Responsibilities: The Assistant Swimming Pool Manager will perform duties as assigned by the Chief Executive or relevant authority, including managing pool operations and ensuring the safety and satisfaction of pool users. The following duties are expected, but not limited to: • Assume full management responsibilities of the pool facility in the absence of the pool manager • Manage, promote and develop swimming pool facilities, ensuring they meet health, safety and operational standards • Oversee and deliver excellent customer service, ensuring a welcoming and safe environment for pool users • Manage staff, including lifeguards and support personnel, and promote their professional development • Assist the pool manager in creating and managing staff rosters to ensure efficient coverage, flexibility, and adherence to safety and operational standards during all opening hours, including weekends and holidays • Maintain safety equipment and pool facilities, including monitoring water quality, cleanliness in all pool areas including changing facilities and public spaces • Develop and deliver community engagement activities, such as swimming lessons, fitness programs and aquatic events • Promote and implement local authority health and fitness initiatives, ensuring accessibility for all community members • Coordinate and deliver swimming programs for all ages and abilities, fostering inclusivity in the pool environment • Use digital systems for bookings, scheduling and reporting on pool activities and performance • Manage health and safety compliance, including emergency response planning and child protection protocols • Oversee administrative tasks such as data collection, report writing and financial management related to pool operations • Any other duties assigned by the line manager The above specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POST Character Each candidate must be of good character. Health Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Education and Experience Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) have a good general standard of education; (b) possess a good standard of administrative experience and adequate experience in office organisation and in the control of staff; (c) be IT literate and familiar with packages such as MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Financial Management Systems and Pool Management Systems etc.; (d) have excellent motivational and communicative skills; (e) have a current Level 2 Pool Lifeguard Certificate of the Irish Water Safety or an equivalent recognised qualification; (f) hold the advanced Resuscitation Award, Swimming Instructors Certificate and Water Safety Instructors Certificate of the Irish Water Safety or undertake to obtain same within the probationary period. Equivalent qualifications will be accepted; (g) be qualified in Pool Plant Operation; (h) have relevant experience in a supervisory or management capacity. 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. PARTICULARS OF OFFICE The Post The post is whole-time and pensionable. A panel will be formed for an initial period of one year and this may be extended for a further year at the discretion of the Chief Executive. The panel will be used to fill both permanent and temporary positions that may arise for its duration. Vacancies will be offered in order of merit as per the panel. Salary The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the post will be paid at the appropriate point on the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Department Circular. The scale is analogous to the post of Staff Officer. The current salary scale applicable to the post is: €51,722 to €61,865 including LSI’s New Entrants to the Local Authority Service commence on the 1st point of the scale in accordance with current Government Policy as set out in Department of the Environment Circular Letter EL 02/2011 of 28th January 2011 and Circular EL 05/2016 dated 5th February 2016. Work Base The position will be based at Mullingar Swimming Pool, Town Park, Mullingar, Co. Westmeath. Westmeath County Council reserves the right to assign the successful candidate to any premises in use by the Council, now or in the future. The person appointed will be required to report to their place of work by their own means of transport and at their own expense. Working Hours Normal hours of work will be 35 hours per week over a five-day period on a rota basis. They shall vary from early morning to late evening within the hours during which the Swimming Pool is open. The Council reserves the right to alter your hours of work from time to time. You may be required to work overtime (to be approved) on occasion. Remuneration for such overtime will be taken as Time in Lieu. Annual Leave The current annual leave entitlement is 30 days. Granting of annual leave, payment for annual leave and arrangement for public holidays will be governed by the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 (as amended). Sick Leave The terms of the Public Service Sick Pay Scheme will prevail. Superannuation Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012: New members joining the Public Sector on or after 1st January, 2013 will be required to join the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. The Single Scheme applies to all pensionable first-time entrants to the Public Service as well as to former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks. A rate of PRSI contribution will be required of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 3% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration. This includes a contribution to a Spouse’s and Children’s Scheme. Pension and retirement lump sum based on career-average pay pensions will be co-ordinated with the State Pension Contributory (SPC). For persons who commenced public sector employment prior to 1st January 2013: Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration. Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. All persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority will be required in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Children’s Contributory Pension) Scheme to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the scheme. Employee Benefits Examples of some of the current Employee Benefits include: • Allocation of 30 Days Annual Leave per annum (pro-rata) • Access to Flexi Time Scheme • A range of Family Friendly Policies • Availability of an Optical Benefit Scheme • Availability of a Cycle to Work Scheme • A range of Learning and Developmental Opportunities • Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave • Option to become a member of Westmeath County Council’s Social Club • Automatically entered into a pension scheme • Access to the services provided under Westmeath County Council’s Employee Assistance Programme
