Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, R&D
Why engineering at Stryker? At Stryker we are dedicated to improving lives, with a passion for researching and developing new medical device products. As an engineer at Stryker, you will be proud of the work that you will be doing, using cutting-edge technologies to make healthcare better. Here, you will work in a supportive culture with other incredibly talented and intelligent people, creating industry-leading medical technology products. You will also have growth opportunities as we have a culture that supports your personal and professional development. Need another reason to apply? Check out these 8 reasons to join Stryker's engineering team: https://www.strykercareersblog.com/post/8-reasons-to-join-strykers-engineering-team Position Summary You will design, develop, refine and evaluate mechanical components, assemblies or subsystems for mechanical and/or electro-mechanical medical devices. You will execute product development projects, and work on technical aspects of product commercialization.next generation bone cutting devices for use in the Orthopaedic space. As a Senior Design Engineer in the Orthopaedic Instruments Business Unit you will work on mechanical design for devices used by surgeons and surgical staff to allow them to plan and perform their procedures, and work in a multi-disciplinary group to deliver these devices from concept, through design and manufacturing development and launch them to market. This role will involve collaborating with our marketing team marketing team and engaging with surgeons and surgical staff to innovate This role is onsite or hybrid, with a preference of 3 days per week in the office, at our Innovation Centre in IDA Business and Technology Park, Carrigtwohill, Co. Cork. What you will do Technical Responsibilities: About Stryker Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The company offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 130 million patients annually. More information is available at stryker.com.
Warehousing Operative and Administration
About the role Do you want to develop your supply chain career? Kerry Group, an international leader in food industry, is a place where you can grow! We have great opportunity for a Warehousing Operative and Administration in our Kerry site in Charleville, Co. Cork. It is a part-time, permanent role. Core working hours are 08:00 to 16:00 on Saturday with potential to do holiday covers. What’s in it for you? About Kerry Kerry Group’s UK & Ireland dairy related businesses includes Dairy Ingredients, Dairy Nutritional Ingredients, Dairy Consumer Foods and Agribusiness. With a revenue in excess of €1bn per year, it is one of the world’s leading dairy businesses. With our strong dairy heritage and deep-rooted connection to our 3,000 milk suppliers, right through to our portfolio of innovative and high-quality brands, the dairy business has a unique and compelling proposition for both consumers and our customers. Our dairy business has a diversified portfolio of dairy, nutritional ingredients and market leading dairy brands and its vertically integrated dairy processing ensures the highest quality, sustainably produced 1.2bn litres of milk for our dairy, nutritional ingredients and consumer foods business – a key consideration among some of our largest customers across the globe. We have an unrivalled dairy consumer brands portfolio coupled with a track record in innovation underpinned by technology and science. We manufacture and market our own leading butter, dairy and plant spreads brands: Dairygold, Low Low, Pure and Golden Cow. We are the largest supplier of Private Label dairy spreads, supplying all major retailers in Ireland, the UK and mainland Europe. Our cheese brands compete in children’s cheese snacks (Attack-a-Snak), natural cheese (block, slices and grated), and in processed cheese segments and our leading cheese brands include Strings & Things, Coleraine and Charleville Cheese. Through our multi-geographical presence (UK, Ireland an Western Europe) we have a deep consumer insight which is a key component of the business. In Kerry we benefit from the knowledge of our colleagues who bring a diverse range of cultures, backgrounds, lifestyles and experiences. One team fostering an inclusive culture that, above all, inspires food and nourishes life. One culture where everyone brings their unique perspectives and experiences to help make us better, together. We are committed to nurturing an environment of positivity and inclusiveness, where everyone can be at their best, both personally and professionally. Our recruitment, selection and assessment process are based on the skills and competencies of the specific roles and based entirely on merit. We are committed to and value Diversity and Inclusion in all recruitment processes within Kerry and do not discriminate based on gender, race, class, economic status, ethnic background, sexual orientation, age, political beliefs, veteran status, marital status or any other protected characteristic. Our Values: Courage | Enterprising Spirit | Inclusiveness | Open-mindedness | Ownership
Emergency Medical Technician
Key Working Relationships · Control Manager · Assistant Chief Ambulance Officer · Ambulance Officer Purpose of the Post The Emergency Medical Technician post is designed to provide a comprehensive and dedicated Patient Transport/Intermediate Care Service within the National Ambulance Service. Emergency Medical Technicians may be tasked occasionally to higher acuity calls. In this role, the primary purpose will be: · In advance of an EMS resource as a First Responder · Simultaneously, alongside an EMS resource as additional responders/practitioners, e.g. Cardiac Arrest · As the primary resource to low acuity calls not appropriate to Paramedic service provision, i.e. Omega Calls · In any role deemed appropriate during a Major Emergency. Principal Duties and Responsibilities Clinical/Patient Care Responsibilities Campaign Specific Selection Process Ranking/Shortlisting / Interview A ranking and or shortlisting exercise may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application form. The criteria for ranking and or shortlisting are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification. Therefore it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirements. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not being called forward to the next stage of the selection process. Those successful at the ranking stage of this process (where applied) will be placed on an order of merit and will be called to interview in ‘bands’ depending on the service needs of the organisation. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion The HSE is an equal opportunities employer. Employees of the HSE bring a range of skills, talents, diverse thinking and experience to the organisation. The HSE believes passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to its success – we aim to develop the workforce of the HSE so that it reflects the diversity of HSE service users and to strengthen it through accommodating and valuing different perspectives. Ultimately this will result in improved service user and employee experience. The HSE is committed to creating a positive working environment whereby all employees inclusive of age, civil status, disability, ethnicity and race, family status, gender, membership of the Traveller community, religion and sexual orientation are respected, valued and can reach their full potential. The HSE aims to achieve this through development of an organisational culture where injustice, bias and discrimination are not tolerated. The HSE welcomes people with diverse backgrounds and offers a range of supports and resources to staff, such as those who require a reasonable accommodation at work because of a disability or long term health condition. For further information on the HSE commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion, please visit the Diversity, Equality and Inclusion web page at https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/resources/diversity/ Remuneration The salary scale for the post is (as of 01/01/2024 ): €33,361 - €35,187 - €36,284 - €37,035 - €37,685 - €38,527 - €39,041 - €39,916 - €40,815 New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. The salary for this role reflects the requirements set out in the eligibility criteria and is all inclusive. Hence no other allowances, including qualification allowances, or payments are payable with the exception of premia payments associated with shift working* or unsocial hours. *Qualification for shift allowance is subject to working a recurring cycle of shifts which involve days, nights and weekend working, i.e. covering a 24/7 period
Driver
Main purpose of the role: Responsible for ensuring the efficient and professional delivery of customer`s online/telephone shopping orders. Interact with each customer with great pride, passion and care. The ideal candidate will have/be: • Previous experience as a delivery driver is desirable • Full clean driver`s licence is essential • Excellent organisational and time management skills • Excellent communication skills • Strong attention to detail, organised and flexible • Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment • Previous customer service experience is an advantage. Main duties: • Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative • Deliver customer`s online/telephone shopping orders to different addresses in a specified region • Load, unload, prepare and operate a delivery vehicle • Show a positive attitude and take responsibility for ensuring customers receive an excellent shopping experience • Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy • Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
Retained Firefighter
QUALIFICATIONS 1. Character Each candidate must be of good character and the successful applicant may be subject to Garda Vetting prior to any appointment being confirmed. 2. Age Each candidate must be at least 18 years of age on 1st May, 2024. Retirement age for Retained Fire-fighters is 55 years of age (up to 60 years of age subject to conditions). 3. 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 Cork County Council. Note the requirement to complete and pass the Chester Step Test detailed below. On taking up appointment, the expense of the medical examination will be refunded to the candidate. Retained Fire-fighters will be required to undergo regular and ad-hoc medical examinations at any time. 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 firefighting duties and will lead to disqualification at the examination. 1. history of epilepsy 2. Alcohol or drug dependency 3. obesity 4. Chronic bronchitis or asthma or other disabling disease of the lungs 5. organic disease of the cardio vascular system 6. diabetes mellitus 7. unaided vision less than 6/12 in either eye 8. inability to hear a forced whisper or conversational voice separately in either ear at 20 feet; 9. evidence of labyrinthine disturbance 10. a history of vertigo or an illness which would affect sense of balance 11. history of mental instability Please note that it is recommended that Retained Fire-fighters be vaccinated against the Hepatitis B Virus and in this connection 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 your fitness level. Candidates who fail the initial Chester Step Test will be offered one further fitness test only. This may be a Chester Step Test or a Shuttle Run test, as determined by Cork County Council. No further retests will be offered. 4. Residence/Availability Only applicants from competent persons who reside and work within 2 miles 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. On receipt of a fire or other emergency call you should be in attendance at the station within five minutes. Unemployed persons are not precluded from applying, provided that they satisfy the residence and availability requirements. 5. Licence: Each applicant must hold a full current Category “B” European Community Model Driving Licence free from endorsement. 6. Garda Vetting: Candidates successful at Interview will be required to undergo Garda Vetting, which will be directly arranged by Cork County Council. PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYMENT 1. The employment is part-time. Panels may be used to fill permanent and temporary vacancies. 2. New entrant retained fire fighters who commence on or after 1 January 2013 will be members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (SPSPS), as established by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and other Provisions) Act 2012. The Single Scheme does not provide for a Retained Fire fighters Gratuity. New Entrants will pay superannuation contributions each quarter, with SPSPS pension lump sum and pension payable on retirement, subject to certain conditions. 3. Retained Fire-fighters must retire (on their birthday) upon reaching the age-limit for the employment. (Currently 55 years of age and up to 60 subject to conditions). 4. A successful candidate will only be offered employment on a probationary basis as a Retained Fire-fighter subject to satisfactory completion of the following courses:- (a) Firefighting Skills Course This course is a full-time, three-week course, which will be held in Ireland and will involve staying away from home on a Monday to Friday basis for the three weeks. (b) Breathing Apparatus Course This course is of a full-time nature, of two weeks duration and is held outside the county. (c) Compartment Fire Behaviour Training Course This course is of one week duration, normally held outside of the County. (d) Occupational First Aid Course This course is of a full-time nature, normally three days duration and is held within the County. (e) Class C HGV driving licence. N.B. The above does not preclude the Council from offering temporary employment but failure to complete either of the above courses satisfactorily will result in termination of employment. 5. Subject to compliance with the Conditions of item 4 (immediate preceding), the employment is subject to a probationary period of one year and will be terminable by the giving of one weeks notice by either side during that period. After the employment has been confirmed, it will be terminable at any stage on the giving of the required notice by either side under the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Act, 1973. or without notice in circumstances justifying immediate dismissal. 6. Please note that due to the requirement for firefighters to wear Breathing Apparatus all facial growth below the line of the upper lip must be removed, i.e. beards. etc. 7. Retained Fire-fighters must be prepared to attend other courses which may be held in Ireland or the UK. 8. AVAILABILITY: Based on an annual 52 weeks, excluding 4 weeks annual leave, Retained Firefighters will be required to be available and attend alerts 24 weeks in the year on a week on/week off basis. Across the 24 weeks where a Retained Firefighter is rostered-off they can, if they so wish, attend incidents. In the event of occasional unavoidable absence of one rostered member for part of his /her week, it is the responsibility of the rostered member to arrange cover for the period of his/her absence with an available (off duty) member. This agreement has to be notified and agreed with by the Station Officer of Sub-Station Officer in advance. This is to guarantee that the Station Officer is in a position to ensure that the minimum manning levels for each station are met before any cover arrangement can be approved. Retained Firefighters must normally reside and work in the town where the Brigade is located and in such a proximity to the Fire Station which will allow him/her to respond within the turnout time set by the Chief Fire Officer (current requirement is a target timeframe of five minutes for the first appliance to leave the station). It is necessary that he/she be released from his/her normal employment on the occasions that attendance at incidents demands such release. Changes of residence or workplace must be notified in writing to the Chief Fire Officer. Failure to do so may result in termination of employment as a Firefighter. Any change of residence or place of work that puts the Firefighter at a distance or turnout times more than that permitted by the Chief Fire Officer from the Fire Station or to a location unacceptable to the Chief Fire Officer will result in termination of employment as a Firefighter. The Council may at its discretion, prior to employing any qualified candidate, seek appropriate evidence as to the availability of such person to fulfil the duties of this position. 9. Annual leave - Four weeks annual leave per annum in addition to the annual payment of the retainer. Furthermore, payment for annual leave is confirmed as being 8% of earnings. These earnings will be calculated on the basis of the previous year’s earnings excluding the retainer, clothing allowance and payment for annual leave and public holiday leave in the previous year. The payment for annual leave will be made when employees take annual leave as part of the fortnightly pay cycle. 10. Members of brigades shall be subject to such rules and regulations as may be issued from time to time. It should be particularly noted that Retained Fire-fighters must, in the matter of drills, attendance at fires or in other emergencies, comply strictly with the orders and discretion of the Station Officer, or in his absence, such other Brigade Member as maybe in charge. Any Retained Fire-fighter guilty of infringement of this regulation will be dismissed. Generally, members of all brigades will be under the general control and supervision of the Chief Fire Officer, Senior Assistant Chief Fire Officer, Senior Executive Fire Officer, Assistant Chief Fire Officer, Assistant Fire Officer or other appropriate officer as the case may be. While on duty, Retained Fire-fighters shall use the clothing and personal equipment provided by the Council and same shall be left in the Station immediately after the cessation of duty. Retained Fire-fighters may not use such clothing and equipment save while on duty. Retained Fire-fighters must comply fully with safety policy and directives in force from time to time. 11. Rostering of Retained Fire-fighters will take place at the Council’s discretion. 12. RATE OF PAY: 01/10/2023 Retained Fire Fighter On recruitment €11,769 2-4 Years €12,751 5-7 Years €13,963 8+ €15,067 Increments are payable subject to satisfactory overall performance, attendance, etc. In addition to the above, guaranteed pay will be provided based on drill attendance (85%), attendance at incidents (payment for minimum 75 hours attendance) and community fire safety pay. 13. Attendance at Incidents An Annual review will be undertaken in December each year to identify stations with low incident mobilisation. Where such levels fall below 75 hours in a calendar year, an adjustment payment will be made to each firefighter to provide for a minimum annual payment of 75 hours. This payment will be calculated on a pro rata basis for any new entrants in a calendar year. 14. Attendance at Drills Drills take place on-station 3 times a month at regular intervals (36 drills annually) and are of two and a half hours duration. There is an obligation on firefighters to attend 85% of drills annually. The Retaining Fee will not normally be paid to any member who has failed to attend at least 85% of drills during the quarter, the decision on which if appropriate is at the discretion of the Chief Fire Officer. N.B. The Council reserves the right to alter the frequency duration of drills at its discretion. 15. ELIGIBILITY TO WORK IN IRELAND Please note that in order to work in Ireland, a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid Employment Permit. Should you be successful in the selection process, prior to appointment you will be required to confirm that you are in possession of same. Details of the process for you to apply for a work permit are available on the following website;
Sales Assistant, Ballincollig
Job Description 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 offer 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 and Green Market Deli or our collaborations with some of Irelands best Fashion and Homewares designers. Dunnes Stores offers a unique opportunity to work alongside one of the most dynamic retailers in Ireland. We are currently looking to recruit vibrant, passionate individuals into the role of Sales assistants. Our Sales Assistants 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 Sales Assistant 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 Dunnes Stores is an equal opportunities employer
Legal Secretary/executive
ODS Solicitors LLP are recruiting a legal Executive/legal Assistant for their Cork city centre practice. Experience preferable but not essential as training will be provided. The ideal candidate will be in a position to work on their own initiative but also to work as part of a team. Candidates should have excellent attention to detail and organisation skills together with a strong work ethic and an ability to manage work efficiently in a busy practice. This is an in-office position which is not suitable for remote working. The role includes digital/audio typing, secretarial duties, file maintenance, telephone duties, liaising with clients and Counsel and general administration duties. Salary commensurate with experience. If you wish to apply for this role please email a CV and cover letter to: helene@odssolicitors.ie
Assistant Manager
Salary: €14.89 per hour, 25% colleague discount, 30-days annual leave pro rata THE JOB Are you passionate about customer service? Keen to continue your career with the largest UK Health and Wellness Retailer? As an Assistant Retail Manager, you'll support the day-to-day management of the store and become a brand ambassador for Holland & Barrett. You'll partner with the Store Manager to build a high performing team by recruiting, coaching, training, and setting clear expectations. You will act as a role model for world class customer service, drive financial performance with sales targets, maintain stock accuracy, set-up store promotional plans and ensure full compliance with health and safety. To become a Health & Wellness specialist you'll embark on a training programme that includes our “Qualified to Advise” and “Healthy Expert” qualifications which are accredited by our awarding body to Level 2 and Level 3. THE PERSON To be successful, we'd like you to show us that you have: We're passionate about helping every colleague thrive across all dimensions of wellbeing, and we're committed to having a diverse and inclusive workplace. In line with our EPIC values (Expertise, Pioneering, Inclusive, Caring), we embrace and actively celebrate all our colleagues unique and varying experiences, backgrounds, identities, and cultures - I am me, we are H&B. Wellness begins with you, start your journey today. THE COMPANY At Holland & Barrett (H&B) we want to empower everyone to live healthier, happier lives. With over 150 years of experience in the industry, we are an internationally trusted brand and the largest health & wellness retailer in Europe. Our ambition is to become the world's most trusted wellness partner, chosen by over 100 million people globally. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
IS Technical Support Officer
SECTION 1: BACKGROUND Cork County Council invites applications from suitably qualified persons, who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which vacancies for a IS Technical Support Officer (Grade 5) may be filled. The Digital and ICT Directorate manages Cork County Council’s IT infrastructure including the networks, information systems and applications, that are required to support the operation of the council’s services across Housing, Planning, Roads, Tourism, Libraries, Economic Development etc. The directorate consists of two sections one dealing with Applications, Data, Service Design and M365 and the second with Infrastructure, Security and Service Management. The directorate is located in Cork County Hall. The IS Technical Support Officer role will be part of a team that is responsible for delivering and supporting technical projects across Business Solutions, Data Management, Infrastructure Management or Service Management. They will help to ensure the ongoing support, development and delivery of IT services for all our customers. The IS Technical Support Officer’s role may span one or more areas of expertise. There are 4 streams, or areas of specialism, in this campaign with opportunities to be placed on panels as follows: Stream 1 - IS Business Technical Support Officer Stream 2 - IS Data Technical Support Officer Stream 3 - IS Infrastructure Technical Support Officer Stream - IS Service Management Technical Support Officer SECTION 2: DUTIES The IS Technical Support Officer will work within a team providing technical support for Digital and ICT services across the council’s ICT infrastructure including the network, server estate, end points, applications, systems, and security. S/he will have a varied role that may encompass defining system or technology requirements; developing system or technical plans and documentation; reviewing and evaluating existing systems; designing, modifying, managing and supporting business systems, components, processes and workflows. The primary objective is implementing and maintaining the technology that enables the work of the council. Stream 1 – IS Business Technical Support Officer The IS Business Technical Support Officer role will suit candidates with an interest in further developing their ICT career in areas such as software and applications procurement and implementation, project management, business analysis, service design, testing, software lifecycle management and contract management. This stream includes opportunities to work on the design and delivery of projects using design thinking methodology and looking for ways to exploit new and existing technology. Role Description & Responsibilities: • Interpreting a project and the client’s requirements and evaluating all the options to identify potential solutions • Investigating and analysing business or technical processes, procedures, and work practices to identify improvements or add functionality • Implementing and supporting M365 projects on SharePoint, Power Apps and Teams • Improving existing business models, processes and flows of data • Providing support and lifecycle management for software systems • Preparation and maintenance of appropriate project and technical documentation • Managing and evaluating test processes including overseeing User Acceptance Testing • Attending regular planning and support meetings • Acting as a liaison between business stakeholders, customers, 3rd party providers or other technology teams • Managing procurement of third-party solutions and subsequent contracts • Undertake training as appropriate to ensure knowledge and expertise is maintained • Undertake other appropriate duties assigned by the Head of Digital & ICT. Stream 2 – IS Data Technical Support Officer The IS Data Management Technical Support Officer role will suit candidates with an interest in further developing their ICT career in areas such as SQL database administration, data management, Power BI, business intelligence and data analytics. It will also suit people interested in working with spatial data, developing and supporting GIS corporate solutions and GIS data distribution. Role Description & Responsibilities: • Supporting the DBA function with SQL Server database administration • Support existing SQL Reporting and report creation • Supporting the development and maintenance of the database environment in line with best practice • Assisting in the development of data management policies and procedures • Supporting and contributing to, where appropriate, ICT plans, policies and procedures • Assist in interpreting a project and the client’s data and reporting requirements and evaluating all the options to identify potential solutions • Identifying and evaluating inefficiencies and recommending optimal data management practices • Support the preparation and maintenance of appropriate project and technical documentation • Support the management and development of our corporate web GIS solutions for both public and internal use • Assisting in the support and development of FME Apps and process • Assist in interpreting a project and the client’s requirements of GIS solutions and applications • Managing large spatial datasets for corporate distribution for both desktop and web GIS users • Reviewing and evaluating test processes • Managing procurement of third-party license renewals and subsequent contracts • Assisting in Power BI Administration and Report creation. • Undertake training as appropriate to ensure knowledge and expertise is maintained • Undertake other appropriate duties assigned by the Head of Digital & ICT. Stream 3 - IS Infrastructure Technical Support Officer The IS Infrastructure Technical Support Officer role will suit candidates with an interest in further developing their ICT career in areas such as IT architecture, technical infrastructure, telecommunications, network support, server management, ICT security, virtualisation, cloud computing and M365 Administration and deployment. Role Description & Responsibilities: • Monitoring network components including configuration, security and maintenance • Maintenance, problem solving and support of existing systems and infrastructure • Managing contracts and service delivery by 3rd party technology providers • Configuring components to ensure interoperability • Managing and administering servers and virtual machines • Identifying and evaluating inefficiencies and recommending optimal technology solutions • Preparation and maintenance of appropriate project and technical documentation • Applying appropriate security controls • Managing and evaluating test processes • Office 365 implementation and administration • Adhering to Change management processes • Attending regular planning and review meetings • Undertake training as appropriate to ensure knowledge and expertise is maintained • Undertake other appropriate duties assigned by the Head of Digital & ICT. Stream 4 - IS Service Management Technical Support Officer The IS Service Management Technical Support Officer role will suit candidates with an interest in further developing their ICT career in IT service management including providing technical support, implementing ICT security, mobile device management, managing procurement processes and project management. Role Description & Responsibilities: • Delivering and supporting the IT service management function including change and release management; incident management; problem management, configuration management and request management • Providing technical support for all council services • Support and maintenance of the audiovisual systems (MVI easyconf, MTR ) to ensure successful council and other hybrid meetings/events • Creating training documents and user guides and delivering staff training • Providing MDM (Mobile Device Management) support for mobile devices • Documenting common problems and resolutions in KBs and training documents • Liaising with 3rd party vendors to implement solutions and track service level commitments • Continuous improvement management, identifying and implementing improvement measures • Undertake training as appropriate to ensure knowledge and expertise is maintained • Undertake other appropriate duties assigned by the Head of Digital & ICT. Successful candidates will be encouraged and supported to undertake further training and certification to build expertise in the area they are appointed to. Note: as the Digital & ICT Department continues to evolve, it is likely that flexibility in regard to the allocation of specific duties will be necessary. SECTION 3: ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA / QUALIFICATIONS 1. Character Each candidate must be of good character. 2. 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. 3. Education, Training, Experience etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms - (a) Hold a recognised diploma or degree (min level 6 in the National Framework Qualifications), or equivalent professional qualification in an IT-related discipline. (b) Have a minimum of 2 years’ experience working within an ICT function or team which supported and enabled a complex and diverse service organisation. (c) Fulfill the Selection Experience in Section 3.1 3.1 Selection Experience The successful candidate must have a min of 2 years’ appropriate experience in at least two of the relevant essential experience categories. Strong preference will be given to candidates who can also demonstrate their breadth of knowledge to include the desirable experience listed per stream. Stream 1 - IS Business Technical Support Officer Essential Experience The successful candidate must have a min of 2 years’ experience in at least two of the relevant essential disciplines • Business Analysis, Design and Requirements engineering • Service Design • Application integration, deployment and support • SQL scripting • Web services and IIS administration • M365, Sharepoint and Teams Administration • Contract management and procurement Desirable Experience Strong preference will be given to candidates with experience and expertise in the following: • Business Systems Support particularly ERP/FMS support • Analysis and Requirements Engineering • Project Management • Vendor management Steam 2 - IS Data Technical Support Officer Essential Experience The successful candidate must have a min of 2 years’ experience in at least two of the relevant essential disciplines • SQL Database administration and support • Business intelligence and data analytics • Geographical Information Systems implementations and support • GIS spatial data management and distribution • Information systems and data security design and implementation Desirable Experience Strong preference will be given to candidates with experience and expertise in the following: • Database Support in SQL Server • SSRS and Power BI report creation • SQL Query Language • GIS Data and Web Browser Management using the ESRI suite of products • Use of Desktop MapInfo and ESRI products • FME Desktop and Server • Analysis and requirements gathering Stream 3 - IS Infrastructure Technical Support Officer Essential Experience The successful candidate must have a min of 2 years’ experience in at least two of the relevant essential disciplines • Infrastructure and network support and implementation • Server and desktop management • Network and device security • Communications technologies • Backup, disaster recovery and business continuity solutions • Email services administration • Security controls/tools e.g., antivirus, anti-malware, endpoint encryption Desirable Experience Strong preference will be given to candidates with experience and expertise in the following: • Centralised software deployment systems • Technology management and configuration • Endpoint management • Automation • Cloud services design and implementation • Virtual environments Stream 4- IS Service Management Technical Support Officer Essential Experience The successful candidate must have a min of 2 years’ experience in at least two of the relevant essential disciplines • IT Asset Management • Patch Management • Experience of Mobile Device Management - Manage Engine Desktop Central • Expert knowledge of audiovisual systems (MVI easyconf, MTR ) • Knowledge of Smasung Knox and Apple DEP • Knowledge of end user device landscape. Desirable Experience Strong preference will be given to candidates with experience and expertise in the following: • Centralised software deployment systems • Desktop management • Endpoint management • Knowledge of Manage Engine Suites • Public Procurement (eTenders and Frameworks) For all streams – Essential Experience • A career record that demonstrates the necessary experience and competencies to carry out this role • At least 2 years’ experience in supporting and delivering projects • Good team working and interpersonal skills • Good report writing skills • Ability to communicate technical information and ideas clearly and concisely to non-technical people • Ability to present findings to management teams and client departments • Technical and analytical skills • Enthusiasm for continuous learning. Desirable Experience • Proven logical, analytical and creative abilities • Self-development skills to keep up to date with fast-changing trends in a complex IT environment • Creativity in problem solving and decision making • The ability to prioritise your workload • Knowledge of Data protection and GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) • ITIL and/or other IT standards experience or knowledge. Candidates are requested to make a personal assessment of these criteria against their own qualifications, skills and abilities to assess whether they should apply for the post. 4. Age Age restrictions shall only apply to a candidate where he/she is not classified as a new entrant within the meaning of the Public Services Superannuation Act, 2004. A candidate who is not classified as a new entrant must be under 70 years of age. 5. Transport When required to do so, holders of the office shall hold a full driving licence for Class B Vehicles and shall drive a motor car in the course of their duties and for this purpose provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the local authority. 6. ESSENTIAL SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & KEY COMPETENCIES Candidates are expected to be able to demonstrate in their application and at interview that they possess the following competencies through the experience and skills they have gained to date: Delivery of Results An IS Technical Support Officer is expected to take ownership of tasks and is determined to see them through to a satisfactory conclusion. Analysis and Decision Making An IS Technical Support Officer is expected to investigate all relevant issues and make balanced fair recommendations based on evidence. Interpersonal & Communication Skills An IS Technical Support Officer is expected to deal with customers and colleagues in an effective, efficient and respectful manner. S/He should be able to express themselves in a clear and articulate manner. Technical Competency/Specialist Knowledge An IS Technical Support Officer is expected to display a high level of skill and expertise in the chose ICT stream(s). SECTION 4: COMPETENCIES A Competency Based Application form requires you to describe some of your personal achievements to date that demonstrate certain competencies (necessary skills and qualities) required for the position for which you are applying. For each competency, you are given a description of a skill or quality. You are then asked to describe a situation, from your own experience, which you think is the best example of what YOU have done which demonstrates this skill or quality. It is essential that you describe how you demonstrated the skill or quality in question. Therefore, compose your replies carefully in this section and try to structure what you write so that you give specific information about what you have done - for example, do not simply say that “X was successful”, describe exactly what you did and how you demonstrated the skill or quality in question. For each example, please include the following: a) the nature of the task, problem or objective; b) what you actually did and how you demonstrated the skill or quality (and, where appropriate, the date you demonstrated it) c) the outcome or result of the situation and your estimate of the proportion of credit you can claim for the outcome. The information you present in your application may form part of a shortlisting process and may also be used to help structure your interview, should you be invited to one. A shortlisting process may be applied based on TWO or more of the competencies and on other information you provide in your application form. SECTION 5: TENURE The position is wholetime and pensionable. Panels may be formed to fill permanent and temporary vacancies for IS Technical Support Officer (Grade 5) which may arise during the lifetime of the panels. SECTION 6: SALARY The Salary for the post is: €48,089- €57,572 basic per annum €48,089 - €49,561 - €51,039 - €52,537 - €59,047 (Maximum); - €55,806 - (1st LSI) (after 3 years satisfactory service on the Maximum) - €57,572 (2nd LSI) (after 3 years satisfactory service on the 1st LSI). Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government. 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 a minimum point. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. SECTION 7: LOCATION OF POST The base for working purposes shall be the location as determined by Cork County Council. Cork County Council reserves the right to assign you to any department, premises or district in use by the Council, now or in the future. Changes in location of employment will not result in payment of disturbance money or compensation. Holders of the office shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. SECTION 8: WORKING HOURS The working hours at present provide for a five-day, thirty-five hour working week. A flexible working hours’ system is in operation and may be availed of subject to the terms and conditions of the FlexiTime Policy. All hours worked will be subject to the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 and the Organisation of Working Time Act (Regulations) 2001. The successful candidate may be required to work hours outside of normal working hours as required by his/her immediate Supervisor. SECTION 9: ANNUAL LEAVE The current annual leave entitlement is 30 days per annum or on a pro-rata basis for period worked. Notice of intention to take leave shall be given to the council at least two weeks before proposed leave commences. Cork County Council’s leave year runs from 1st January to 31st December. Granting of annual leave, payment for annual leave and arrangements for public holidays will be governed by the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 (as amended). SECTION 10: ELIGIBILITY TO WORK IN IRELAND Please note that in order to work in Ireland, a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid Employment Permit. Should you be successful in the selection process, prior to appointment you will be required to confirm that you are in possession of same.
Deputy Manager
Salary: €40,000 - €42,000 per annum. Business Area: Retail This is for a Designate position and will include the Cork store as well as stores within an hours commute in the area of Cork. Our Deputy Managers are brilliant retail leaders, accountable for the day to day running of our stores in the absence of the Store Manager.With experience in a junior management role already under your belt, this is an opportunity to take your career to the next level. You’ll be responsible for the customer experience, for maximising profit and minimising loss, and will ensure your store colleagues are clear on their sales targets and delivering Customer First behaviours at all times. Colleagues and customers are at the heart of this role. You’ll encourage, praise and celebrate success with your team, and create an environment where both colleagues and customers feel valued, building trust and loyalty. A keen operator, you’ll also have a strong sense of what our competitors are doing and will have a passion to win through consistent excellence in delivery. You’ll be a visible and central presence on our sales floor, leading by example. Day to day you’ll ensure effective planning in store deployment, operational and commercial changes, and stock protocols. You’ll support the recruitment, development and management of our store colleagues, and will drive great engagement with your team. Creating a culture of customer excellence, you’ll ensure that effective targets are set and delivered, with customer satisfaction a priority. Operational compliance will ensure that standards are met and our customers and teams are protected. You’ll need the following skills and experience for success in this role: We’re in an exciting chapter – rapidly growing our business with a focus on motoring services and electric mobility. We’re the UK’s leading retailer of motoring and cycling products and services, and the UK’s largest vehicle service, maintenance and repair business. Join us and be part of our success story in getting the nation safely back on the move. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
