Graduate Trainee Health & Safety Advisor
Who are we? At Henderson Group, we are proud to be Northern Ireland’s leading foodservice provider. Our group encompasses Henderson Wholesale, Henderson Retail, Henderson Foodservice and Henderson Group Property. We employ over 5,000 staff and have been placed 4th in Ulster Business Top 100 Companies 2023. We're a family-owned team that cares about our people and the community in which we live. Our leaders care about employees and our employees succeed together and celebrate the success of others. We are interested in your aspirations, interests and skills and we strive to support and inspire you to do well. A look into the role Henderson Group supply goods to over 450 stores across various brands such as SPAR, EUROSPAR and VIVO in Northern Ireland. We achieved Gold accreditation against the Investors in People standard framework in 2023 in recognition of people management excellence and our commitment to investment in people. Our Health and Safety team provide a comprehensive, professional and customer focused advisory service on health, safety and wellbeing across the Group which employs over 5000 people. They ensure compliance with legislation and best practice across a wide range of working environments including warehousing, driving, public facing retail stores and offices. The purpose of this graduate scheme is to develop the successful candidate in the world of Health and safety management by gaining first-hand experience in compliance with legislation and best practice, whilst working in a busy operation. The candidate will do rotations across several functions within the Health and Safety team over a two-year period, gaining a range of different experiences which will aid your personal and career development. In the role of Graduate Trainee Health and Safety Advisor , you will: Are we right for you? As part of this role, it will be important that you feel aligned with the values that we live and work by. Ambition – We always strive to be better. We seek new challenges and look for ways to do things better. Customer First – We provide exceptional service. We put customers at the heart of everything and support our communities. Teamwork – We succeed together. We help colleagues to succeed, and we share our knowledge and skills. Integrity – We are fair, honest and ethical. We treat everyone with dignity and respect. We are inclusive and champion diversity. The Reward The impact you can make with Henderson Group goes far beyond your day to day. You will be part of a business supporting defibrillator installations and school sports days. In the last year Henderson group staff and retail stores raised over £1 million for charity partners. You will have the balance necessary to enjoy your job and your life. We will help you to feel proud of what you do and achieve. And we will be here to celebrate your success. Our business has been recognised externally for delivering excellence in employment. We value employee development and heavily invest in our people. Benefits include market competitive salary, contributory pension scheme, healthcare, life assurance, employee assistance programme, social club, Perks Offers/Discount scheme throughout UK/Ireland, staff discount (grocery/fuel) at SPAR/EUROSPAR Henderson Group company-owned stores and many more. This is a full-time position working 36.5 hours per week. Working hours will be 8:45am-4:45pm Monday to Thursday and 8:45am-3:45pm Friday. Hybrid and flexible working arrangement available. If you'd like to speak with us before making your application, our Talent Acquisition Specialist - Joanne McClelland would be happy to have a confidential chat with you about the role on offer - email joanne.mcclelland@henderson-group.com to get in touch.
In Store Merchandiser
Established in 1981 with a single store in the Northwest of England, the JD Group is a leading omni-channel retailer of Sports Fashion, Outdoors and Gyms with over 60,000 colleagues and over 3,400 stores across several retail fascias in over 30 markets around the world. JD Sports Fashion Plc was listed on the London Stock Exchange in 1996 and has been a FTSE100 publicly quoted company since 2019 and continues to grow in the UK and internationally. We want to be the leading global omnichannel retailer in the sports and outdoor industry. To be a part of this successful company and help us to achieve this you will have the desire to ingrain our strategic goals of being a people-led, innovative and customer-focused organisation which provides operational excellence whilst identifying new areas of growth as part of our day to day objectives. Role Overview: As part of the in-store team, you will provide visual support to the store, engaging our customers by creative product placement and utilising the latest fashion trends. You will create window and in-store displays whilst maximising store profitability through enticing visual concepts. Merchandising CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Apprentice Sales Advisor
Do you want to be part of an exciting, growing Company where you are supported to attain your NVQ in Financial Services and have access to a bespoke Training Programme to allow you to develop your career in Financial Services? Why not join Northern Ireland's leading insurance broker who celebrated their 50th business anniversary in 2023. We have an excellent opportunity to join our AbbeyAutoline Academy as an Apprentice Sales Advisor. On an initial 18 month Apprenticeship contract, you will receive support, training and guidance where you will not only earn while you learn, but also receive practical on the job training that will start your career with Northern Ireland's leading insurance broker. After completing this initial contract and obtaining your NVQ Level 2, you will become a permanent member of the team and continue on your journey of learning and development by undertaking your Level 3. Salary increase after 12 months and again upon completion of the Apprenticeship qualifications. What you'll be doing:
Production Operative
Pay rate: £13.73 per hour Working hours: Rotational days and nights Job Type : Full time, Temporary, for at least 3 months Job Duties: - Working on an automated line - Handling small components - Identify parts with irregularities for inspection- Manual work with electric parts- Adhering to health and safety procedures Job Criteria :- Attention to detail- Previous production, manufacturing experience essential Additional Information: This role is in Antrim, Northern Ireland. You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this role.
IT Systems Officer Year Contract
To provide an IT service to Special EU Programmes Body to ensure all areas related to IT service provision are operating efficiently and effectively. To assist with IT systems and application L2 and L3 support to approx. 100 users who are working in a hybrid pattern (Office and Remote).
Trainee Script Editor
Trainee Script Editor: 12 Month Fixed Term Contract: June 2024 – June 2025 Northern Ireland Screen and BBC Drama Commissioning are recruiting a Trainee Script Editor for a one-year paid placement opportunity with Two Cities Television. The placement will consist of full-time employment within the company’s script development department and will include training and mentoring. The placement will be focused on Television Drama. Two Cities Television Two Cities Television was founded with the ambition to produce both returning, event and prestige dramas that are powerful, complex, and have intriguing stories at their heart. With offices in London, Belfast, and New York, Two Cities prides itself on developing a diverse slate of projects with international, UK, and Ireland based broadcasters, streamers, and distributors. Two Cities is creatively led by Joint CEO, Michael Jackson and Joint CEO and Creative Director, Stephen Wright. The company is proud to be part of the STV Studios group of production labels. Job Summary Job Title: Trainee Script Editor Contract Length: 12 months Start Date: 17th June 2024 Hours: 40 hours per week (increasing to 60 hours per week during shoot periods) Salary: Real Living Wage (Currently £12.00 per hour) Where is it based? For the duration of the training placement the trainee’s workplace will be Two Cities, City East Business Centre, 3rd Floor, 68-72 Newtownards Road, BT4 1GW but it may be necessary for the Trainee to work on location and in other production offices if required. Participants will be expected to base themselves in Northern Ireland for the duration of the scheme. Who is eligible to apply? You are eligible to apply if you can answer these four questions: If you cannot answer YES to the above questions, please do not apply. Ineligible applications will be automatically discarded. Shortlisted applicants may be asked to complete a further assessment before being invited to interview. Equal Opportunities Statement “We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment.” We will monitor our programmes on an ongoing basis and target any under-represented groups as and when appropriate. Guaranteed Interview Scheme As part of our commitment to the employment of disabled people, we operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS). The GIS does not guarantee a job. However, its objective is to ensure a guaranteed number of disabled applicants, who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role they have applied for, are offered an interview.
Trainee Military Aircraft Systems Technician
CONDITIONS GOVERNING THE AWARDING OF A PLACE TO BECOME AN AIR CORPS TRAINEE MILITARY AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN IN THE AIR CORPS 1. GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS To qualify, a candidate shall at the time of application be: (i) a citizen of the State, or be any other person who has a lawful entitlement to reside and work within the State for the period of time that is required for the purpose of any such appointment and (ii) be of good character and satisfy any security clearance required and (iii) meet the required minimum standards of medical and physical fitness. 2. AGE REQUIREMENT Candidates must be 18 years of age or above and under 39 years of age on 12th June 2024. Please note that the upper age limit may be the subject of review in advance of future Competitions. 3. MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS Candidates must have attained the required minimum educational qualifications at the time of entry into the Air Corps. On enlistment, a candidate must have obtained specific minimum grades in the Leaving Certificate/National Equivalent. The standard minimum entry requirements are a minimum of Grade O6 in five subjects, at ordinary level, to include Mathematics, English or Irish or National Equivalent qualification and one of the following subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, Construction Studies or other STEM subject (scientific, technical, engineering, mathematical). Foundation Level and Leaving Cert Applied subjects are not reckonable. PLEASE NOTE: GUIDE TO THE AIR CORPS TRAINEE MILITARY AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN TRAINING PROGRAMME 2024 1. THE AIR CORPS The Air Corps currently operates twenty six aircraft in multi-role national aviation tasks. The types of aircraft include Learjet 45, CASA CN235 maritime patrol aircraft, Airbus CN295 maritime patrol aircraft, BN Defender, Pilatus PC-9M and PC-12. The Air Corps also operates Eurocopter EC135 and Leonardo AW139 helicopters. The primary role of the Air Corps is to provide support to the Army, Naval Service and An Garda Síochána in countering threats to State security on land, sea and air. In addition, the day to day peace time role of the Air Corps includes activities such as Maritime Surveillance, Fishery Protection, Garda Air Support Unit, Ministerial Air Transport, Emergency Aeromedical Service and Air Ambulance The Air Corps trains its own Military Pilot Officers, Military Aircraft Technicians, Military Air Traffic Controllers, Air Photographers and General Service personnel. Air Corps personnel may serve overseas as mandated by Government. 2. THE AIR CORPS TRAINEE MILITARY AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN PROGRAMME The purpose of the Air Corps Trainee Military Aircraft Systems Technician programme is to provide military aircraft technicians for the Irish Air Corps. The programme offers successful candidates the opportunity of becoming an efficient and disciplined member of the Air Corps The trainee technician undergoes full basic military training and passes out as a 3-Star soldier prior to commencing their technical training. This is a unique opportunity for an individual who has an interest in military training to also pursue a career in aviation maintenance. The initial military training affords the trainee technician an opportunity to develop skills which are applicable to the aircraft maintenance environment such as discipline, self-reliance, teamwork and working to exacting standards. The system of training is of the highest standard, and the training programme in the Air Corps Technical Training School has been developed to provide ab initio technical training. The programme offers successful candidates the opportunity to become an efficient and disciplined member of the Air Corps. The programme is aimed at meeting the current and future employment needs of the Air Corps by providing graduates with a Level 7 Degree. The programme offers an interdisciplinary approach whichin the students obtain a mix of technological and operational skills specifically related to Irish Military aviation requirements.
Commercial Account Handler
The Prestige Group incorporates AbbeyAutoline Insurance Brokers, Prestige Underwriting Services, Prestige Underwriting Services (Ireland), Customer Claims Assist, Cover.Net, Octane Underwriting Services, Octan London Markets, and Reliable Vehicle Solutions. As a Commercial Account Handler in our Agri Team, you will provide a complete professional service to prospects, clients and account executives in respect of quotations, adjustments, renewals and claims for all classes of commercial insurance. The role at a glance: For further information on the role, please see attached document. #NIJOBS
Housing Customer Support Apprentice
About the role As a Housing Customer Support Apprentice, you will be in a permanent role and supported to attain accredited qualifications. You will be supported to develop skills and gain experience to prepare you for a career in housing. You will be assigned to gain on-the-job experience in the delivery of frontline housing services to both tenants and customers seeking housing solutions. Your programme will include working out in the communities we serve and participating in shared learning activities. Housing Customer Support Apprentice Programme The Housing Executive is unique in offering a wide range of different professional job roles and is a forward-thinking and supportive employer. In Housing Services Division, and the Housing Executive, you can make a difference to real people’s lives through fairness, passion, and expertise. The Housing Customer Support Apprentice Programme aims to attract, train, and retain talent in the Housing Executive. The Apprentice Programme is a valuable avenue in recruiting at entry level and developing new housing professionals in order to support our talent management ambitions. As a Housing Customer Support Apprentice, you will be afforded the opportunity to gain professional qualifications while developing the skills and competencies necessary to be accomplished Housing Professionals working within our frontline and support services. Our Apprentices will be situated in different locations across the organisation so can choose a location that suits you from the list provided. The programme is focussed on opportunities to gain experience in frontline operational and direct support roles working with tenants, people living in our communities and customers seeking housing solutions. Therefore, you need to be comfortable being out talking to and working with customers and will be supported to grow these skills and your confidence. These are not ‘back office’ roles. In addition, you will be given the opportunity to develop loads of important work skills in other areas by shadowing other staff in key roles, attending meetings, opportunities to present & share information. You will develop important skills such as excellent communication skills, time management skills and learning how to prioritise a busy workload. The following programme represents a significant package of investment by the organisation over and above that offered to other job roles. It represents our commitment and interest in supporting the progress of each of our Apprentices to succeed. At a glance: Two-year Housing Customer Support Apprenticeship programme 1. You need to have attained 5 GSCEs or Equivalent (including grade C or above in both English & Mathematics). 2. You do not need any prior work experience but should be motivated and ready to fully engage with each part of the Apprentice programme. 3. You must possess a current driving licence or have access to a form of transport that enables you to meet the requirements of the post in full including with reasonable travel timeframes. 4. This is a permanent post in the Housing Executive and a head start into a career in Housing. 5. Posts are available at different locations across the Housing Executive. 6. Starting at salary point 2 £22,366 and moving to salary point 6 on successful completion £23,893 of all elements of the programme (subject to ongoing pay and grading review). 7. Access to a fully funded professional qualification - CIH Level 3 Certificate in Housing Practice (terms & conditions apply). 8. Access to a fully funded Housing skills qualification - OCN (NI) Level 3 in Housing Practice or equivalent (terms & conditions apply). 9. Both these qualifications form part of an integrated 2-year course delivered by North West Regional College (other participating colleges may apply). 10. Support shaped to your needs - in-house induction and development programme. 11. Support to grow skills – enrichment activities to develop skills, confidence and build connections to local communities and relevant service delivery partners. 12. Chance to network with other staff in the Housing Executive and in Housing Associations. 13. Valuable work experience - placements in key frontline housing roles. You will be placed in two different roles throughout your programme. 14. The Housing Executive offers careers in a wide range of professions. Our level of investment in our people working for us shows that we value our staff and want them to fulfil their potential. 15. On successful completion you will be placed in one of the following permanent job roles which will be decided by the business: i Customer Service Unit Advisor ii Neighbourhood Officer iii Counter Assistant iv Level 3 Front-line Housing Administrator There are THREE mandatory elements of the Apprentice Programme 1. Roles: you will experience two different roles during the two-year programme; CSU Advisor, Neighbourhood Officer, Counter Assistant or Level 3 Front- line Housing administration. Apprentices will typically change to a different role in year two. 2. Development programme: you will embark on a programme tailored specifically to Apprentices. This will involve opportunities to development skills & knowledge specific to your roles in Housing; wider sector knowledge, networking events, presenting skills & knowledge of the business. This is a mandatory requirement to complete the programme. 3. Academic qualification: you will be supported and be given time to complete two integrated qualifications in Housing over a two-year period. If you are interested in working for and within our communities, then a career in Housing is a worthwhile and satisfying pathway. You will gain many transferable skills in this programme that will help you succeed in any job role. Our Apprentice programme offers committed and motivated individuals a solid foundation to a rewarding career within Housing Services Division and to follow your choice of Housing Management as a professional vocation. Who we are As the Strategic Housing Authority for Northern Ireland we assess housing need, oversee the Social Housing Development Programme (SHDP) with our housing association partners, provide housing support services with our voluntary and community sector partners and provide homelessness services across Northern Ireland. Furthermore, we are the Home Energy Conservation Authority for Northern Ireland. With an annual budget of more than £1.2bn, we provide a range of public services across Northern Ireland. Our footprint extends to more than 220,000 homes, and our services impact on the lives of one in every three people. As the strategic housing authority, we also oversee the administration of the system of Housing benefit. We provide responsive repairs and planned maintenance across an asset base of just under 84,000 homes. As the largest funder of domestic violence services, and a leader in community cohesion work, we are a trusted partner throughout communities in Northern Ireland. The Housing Executive is committed to working in partnership to ensure that everyone is able to live in an affordable, sustainable and decent home, appropriate to their needs, in a safe, attractive, and climate-resilient place. Duties: Duties will vary, they will be in line with the detailed requirements of assigned job postings above which include: a) Understanding the needs of tenants, and customers b) Taking appropriate action, referring complex or other issues to other staff in line with agreed procedures or signposting to other organisations as directed c) Answering customer queries and supporting frontline housing service teams d) Under the direction of Line Manager, provision of timely and accurate advice & assistance to customers within the assigned job posting e) Responsibility for completion of practical tasks linked to the smooth changeover of outgoing and incoming tenants f) Carrying out assigned tasks under supervision requiring direct engagement with communities, community representatives and working out in our estates g) Working with Maintenance, Patch Managers, Housing Advisors and other key staff to support the management of our Estates, including environmental management h) Working with Maintenance, Patch Managers and other key staff to support Property management, including completion of good housekeeping tasks in line with the job posting duties i) Recording and following up on repairs to property, grounds and other repairs to a range of different property types and tenures as directed j) Liaising with internal and external stakeholders k) Working across different locations to provide services as needed l) Completion of administrative tasks to support housing services, maintaining records and IT systems Note: This summary of responsibilities and personal duties is not intended to be exhaustive. This role will develop and change in line with programmes and projects. Key Responsibilities (The following duties are indicative of the posts that Customer Support Apprentices may be required to undertake as part of their programme. Please refer to the full Job Description for each post for further details) Programme / General 1. To develop the necessary skills and experience to become a Housing Services Level 3 Officer in one of the following roles: Customer Service Unit Advisor, Neighbourhood Officer, Counter Assistant, or a Level 3 Housing administrative post. 2. To work as part of a team, assisting and providing support to the frontline Housing Services team to support the delivery of business objectives. 3. To engage in a comprehensive Personal Development Programme through both internal/external training and practical experience in selected projects/work areas. The training will be conducted on a modular, continual assessment basis. 4. To attain a relevant accredited qualification (if applicable) as defined by NIHE with NIHE meeting the costs associated with the qualification through the Aids to Study policy. Customer Service Advice 5. To respond in a timely and professional manner to customer contact using a range of communication methods. 6. To assist in recording repairs for customers from various means of contact e.g. phone, counter and web reporting. 7. To communicate with customers to understand their query and accurately record the priority of a wide range of maintenance and heating repairs. 8. To liaise with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders (contractors, maintenance departments, housing, grounds maintenance, Housing Executive tenants). 9. To use a wide range of computer packages to record, manage and retrieve information for example IT systems to accurately record repairs. 10. To advise on policies and procedures including response maintenance and other business areas where required. Neighbourhood Officer 11. To assist in a range of Estate Management duties, including assisting with Health and Safety checks in communal areas, and undertaking PLC schedule of inspections. 12. To assist in the monitoring and, if required, cleaning of communal areas, including low, medium and high-rise flats. 13. To assist in the reporting of repairs, including visits to elderly or vulnerable tenants to ensure accurate reporting of repairs. 14. To assist in a range of Environmental Management duties, including assisting in the monitoring and reporting of bonfires, travellers sites and the condition of open spaces in general. 15. To work with grounds maintenance and office staff in addressing environmental issues. 16. To assist in the monitoring of minor instances of nuisance and low level antisocial behaviour. 17. To assist in a range of Community Development activities including assisting dealing with tenant queries, producing progress reports on activities and providing feedback to tenants on activity in our estates. 18. To assist in undertaking estate-based inspections in partnership with community representatives and agencies. 19. To develop and maintain links with local communities and their representatives. Counter Assistant/Admin Officer Duties 20. To accurately capture information on systems including customer contact details, the nature of their request, and what action has been taken. 21. To provide basic advice in line with policy on issues such as housing benefit and universal credit; accounts and arrears enquiries; repair requests; estate management and community issues and planned maintenance schemes. 22. To provide assistance to customers to report repairs, form filling, reporting anti-social behaviour and provision of documentation to customers. 23. To assist in receipting information by receiving, checking, and appropriately receipting information submitted by customers at the counter. 24. To signpost and pass customer requests to other offices/departments as appropriate. General 25. To deliver high standards of customer service and contribute as directed to the review and implementation of customer service delivery. 26. To ensure continued and effective working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, and the wider Housing Services directorate. 27. To promote continuous service improvement by working with customers to improve service delivery. 28. To manage your own performance and be flexible and responsive to change. 29. To undertake the duties in such a way as to enhance and protect the reputation and public profile of NIHE. 30. To comply with and enforce all NIHE frameworks, policies and procedures, including but not limited to those relating to legal requirements such as equality, health and safety and information governance. 31. To direct and signpost managers and officers to the appropriate source for issues outside the remit of this post. 32. To undertake any other duties which may be assigned to meet organisational need and the change agenda, and which are reasonably regarded as within the nature of the duties, responsibilities and grade of the post as defined. Criteria Essential/Desirable When Assessed Knowledge, Skills and Experience 1. Achieved a minimum of five GCSE qualifications grade C, including English & Mathematics OR equivalent qualifications 2. Possess a current driving licence or have access to a form of transport that enables them to meet the requirements of the post in full. 3. Can demonstrate knowledge of a range of communication skills. Total Financial Package The salary scale for this post (Level 2/3) is currently £22,366 per annum. There are accelerated increments linked to successful completion of all elements within the programme applied at the end of each programme year. On successful completion of the Housing Customer Support Apprentice Programme, Apprentices will progress to Level 3 point 6, of the salary scale £23,893. The Housing Executive is introducing a new a pay & grading structure which will change our grades and improve starting salaries. Successful candidates normally commence on the first point of the pay scale, however, depending on the successful candidate’s current financial package, skills and experience, we may be able to facilitate a higher starting salary. In addition to basic pay we also have an excellent pension scheme, with an employer contribution of 19%. As an employee you will pay a pension contribution rate between 5.5% and 10.5%. This is a contributory scheme with the contribution rate linked to salary. For further information visit the NILGOSC website. We also offer access to the NILGOSC Prudential Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVC) scheme which has a number of additional benefits.
Press Officer
Job Background The Press Officer will provide a communication service in a fast-paced environment in support of operational demands, developing appropriate responses to a range of often sensitive and complex enquiries from the media, and under the oversight of the Senior Press Officer, delivering both planned and spontaneous communications to support organisational policing priorities, raise public confidence and directly contribute to operational outcomes in line with policing plan priorities. The Press Officer will utilise a wide range of channels, appropriate to a variety of audiences, including campaigns, public relations, internal communications, digital communications, traditional and social media. The role holder will also be responsible for providing fast time advice and guidance to internal colleagues on issues affecting the reputation of the organisation. Hours of Work : Normal working hours are 10 hour shifts covering seven days per week between 06.30 and 20.30. The post attracts a Shift Disturbance Allowance and an On Call Allowance in which appropriate rates will be applied. These hours and allowances are subject to ongoing review to reflect business needs. Salary : £30,721 to £31,352 + Shift Disturbance and On Call Allowance + £580 Environmental Allowance (under review) Location : Greater Belfast Main Activities The main duties and responsibilities associated with the role include the following :
