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Main purpose of the role: Responsible for the preparation of high quality hot and cold deli products and for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. The ideal candidate will have/be:
Sales Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. Interact with each customer with great pride, passion and care and inspire shoppers through knowledge and expertise. The ideal candidate will have/be: Excellent communication skills Ability to engage with and prioritise customer needs Strong attention to detail, organised and flexible Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment Customer driven Previous customer service experience is an advantage. Main duties: Actively live Centra brand-values i.e. Proud, Energetic, Imaginative and Community-Based 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 Merchandise shelves, ensuring that all areas of the store are presented to the highest standard Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
Sales Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. Interact with each customer with great pride, passion and care and inspire shoppers through knowledge and expertise. The ideal candidate will have/be: Excellent communication skills Ability to engage with and prioritise customer needs Strong attention to detail, organised and flexible Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment Customer driven Previous customer service experience is an advantage. Main duties: Actively live Centra brand-values i.e. Proud, Energetic, Imaginative and Community-Based 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 Merchandise shelves, ensuring that all areas of the store are presented to the highest standard Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
Communications Manager
Overview of the Civil Service The Civil Service is at the heart of Irish society. Everything we do impacts our country, and most importantly, our people. We are a robust and trusted institution, which has served the people of Ireland since the foundation of the State. While the challenges which face the Civil Service today are different to those faced at the foundation of the State, our core values remain the same. The Civil Service is a large complex organisation employing over 50,000 people in approximately 40 Government Departments and offices and a range of other bodies. Every day the Civil Service makes a vital contribution to Irish life. Everything the Civil Service does, from carrying out the work of Government to delivering frontline public services, impacts Ireland in some way. Why work in communications in the Civil Service? Working in communications with the Civil Service provides an excellent opportunity to lead and shape communications policy, strategy and practice within Government and to develop your career as a skilled communications professional. The role of Communications Manager gives you the opportunity to make a difference in people’s lives. You will work on some of the most important issues, keeping the public informed and supporting the delivery of policy and public services. Improving communication capacity across government departments and offices is a key enabler to ensure effective policy implementation and understanding. Opportunities now exist for experienced communications professionals with leadership experience and a record of significant achievements to take up the role of Communications Manager in the Civil Service. This senior level position offers an exciting opportunity for ambitious, enthusiastic and committed professionals with a strong commitment to serving the public interest. The role involves collaborative working and a willingness to take on new challenges. Successful candidates will be offered a dynamic, satisfying and varied career, with competitive terms and conditions. About the role The Communications Manager position is a senior role that will have responsibility for leading and shaping communications programmes within an organisation. As a senior manager, you will set the strategy and workplan for your team and take responsibility for delivery. Your specialist knowledge and experience will support the delivery of excellent, public-focused communications. Focusing on departmental priorities and business objectives, you will provide leadership to team members and help build capability across the communications function. As a key member of the departmental/organisational communications team, you will play a pivotal role in managing the team and communications across a variety of work streams. This could include, for example, strategic communications and campaigns, media relations, event management, digital communications, stakeholder engagement or internal communications. You will have a keen understanding of the political system in Ireland, and a strong interest in current affairs. You will have the authority, experience and personal impact to provide communications advice and support to senior leaders and build excellent working relationships with counterparts in other government departments and agencies as well as external organisations. Principal Duties and Responsibilities Depending on the organisation to which you are assigned, the following is an overview of the type of responsibilities and tasks involved in the Communications Manager role: Providing leadership in the setting of strategic direction for the communications work of the organisation. Working at a strategic level with senior officials, advisers and relevant ministers to align all communications with organisational priorities. Collaborating both within the organisation’s communications team and across the organisation, Government, and external bodies, to deliver consistent, coherent, high-quality, cost-effective, accessible, public-focused communications. Leading sub-teams within the communications team, taking responsibility for managing performance, supporting individuals to develop their personal skills and careers, with a strong focus on nurturing talent. Developing and delivering communications programmes involving media relations, social and digital communications, event management, stakeholder communications, internal communications, and corporate communications in alignment with ministerial and government priorities. Embedding evidence and research into objective-focused communications activities. Using data, trends and analysis to develop engaging content for all channels. Please note: The above is a general guide to the role and is not an exhaustive description of the duties which are associated with the role or tasks which may be assigned to the role of Communications Manager in the Civil Service. The specific duties of each Communications Manager role will largely be determined by the Civil Service organisation to which you are assigned. Vacancies and Location Candidates who are successful in this competition will be placed on a panel, in order of merit from which vacancies for Communications Manager arising across the Civil Service will be filled. These vacancies may exist in one of many Government Departments, Offices or in an agency of a Government Department. Although the majority of vacancies arising over the lifetime of the panel are expected to be located in the wider Dublin area, a limited number of vacancies may arise in some regional locations which may also be filled from this panel. Candidates should note the following: Successful candidates from this competition may be placed in any Civil Service organisation, government department, office or other bodies such as An Garda Síochána. An offer from this competition must be accepted within a maximum period of five working days. If the offer is not accepted within that timeframe, the offer will be considered to have been refused. It is not expected that appointments will be made from this panel after December 2027. Working Environment Candidates should be aware that requirements in relation to working onsite at their place of work will be in line with their assigned organisation’s Blended Work Policy. The Communications Manager role may involve some travel and some weekend/out of hours work. Where this occurs, Civil Service travel and subsistence rates will apply. Benefits As well as a rewarding and challenging career, some of the benefits of working as a Communications Manager in the Civil Service include: Competitive salary, starting at €81,475 with yearly increments for satisfactory performance Public Sector pension 30 days of annual leave per year Access to well-being programmes to support a healthy work-life balance Opportunity to avail of the ‘Cycle to Work’ scheme, and the tax saver public transport pass Opportunity to join the Public Service Credit Union Subject to business needs and a satisfactory probationary period: Flexible working with a commitment to work-life balance and a family-friendly workplace (including work-sharing arrangements and a wide variety of special leave options); Access to Shorter Working Year Scheme; Facility to apply for career breaks; Learning and development opportunities. Opportunities for promotion through internal, interdepartmental and open competitions Essential Candidates must have on or before Thursday 18th of September 2025: a) A qualification at minimum level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) or NARIC Ireland Foreign Qualifications equivalent in a relevant discipline such as Communications, Public Relations, Marketing etc. and b) At least 4 years’ experience managing communications projects or programmes for an organisation, including experience across at least four of the areas below: Media relations Social / digital media Public affairs / stakeholder engagement Event management Internal communications Campaign management Marketing / advertising OR At least 6 years’ experience managing communications projects or programmes for an organisation, including experience across at least four of the areas below: Media relations Social / digital media Public affairs / stakeholder engagement Event management Internal communications Campaign management Marketing / advertising Candidates must also have: Experience of leading multi-disciplinary teams including line management and staff development. Experience of leading on the planning and delivery of communications with demonstrated evidence of having devised and implemented effective communications strategies and programmes based on analysis, data, audience understanding and business objectives. Experience of managing day-to-day media and stakeholder enquiries. Experience of managing digital and social media, including developing bespoke content, for effective communications purposes. Demonstrable experience of exercising sound judgment and making the right call under pressure. Experience of handling budgets and ensuring value for money. Strong research and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail. Proven organisational skills with the ability to deal with multiple demands and competing priorities to tight deadlines while producing high-quality work. The ability to act as a spokesperson and to manage communications on behalf of an organisation in a professional and comprehensive way considering reputation and risk management. Excellent interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to network, build relationships and engage effectively with, influence and secure support from stakeholders at all levels of seniority. Excellent written and verbal communication skills (including presentation skills) with proven experience in communicating complex issues clearly and concisely to a diverse audience. A motivated, flexible and adaptive approach, the capability to contribute positively to the implementation of change, and the ability to use their own initiative as and when appropriate. A keen understanding of the political system in Ireland, or the capacity to quickly acquire same, and a strong interest in current affairs. Well-developed IT/digital skills including a good working knowledge of MS Office suite and familiarity with specialist software packages used in the communications area. A commitment to continuing professional learning and development.
Burger King Team Member
Burger King Team Member - Applegreen Hollyhill As a Burger King Team Member at Applegreen, you will be a crucial part of our front-line operations. If you’re looking for a fulfilling role where you can make a difference every day and build lasting relationships, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to join the Applegreen family and become part of a company that values community, teamwork, our customers. What will I be doing as a Burger King Team Member at Applegreen? · Support day to day operations of the business. · Ensure shop floor is clean and tidy. · Ensure all food safety policies are met. · Food preparation. · Follow and enforce Burger King manual training contents. · Stock control and management. · Create the best food experience possible for customers. · Work closely with management to achieve weekly and quarterly targets. Why Should I join the Applegreen Team? Benefits · All colleagues are eligible for a discount, allowing exclusive discounts on Bakewell Deli foods and hot drinks. · Bike to work scheme (available after 6 months of service). · HSF Health Plans schemes for healthcare expenses including dental, optical and many more. · Wellbeing platform with micro-modules and articles to support your mental health and wellbeing. In addition, our Employee Assistance Programme is a free confidential counselling service which offers support on personal, family, work, and money matters. · Flexible schedules. · Company pension scheme. · Exclusive offers on broadband and mobile plans. · Refer a friend scheme. · Development opportunities through a variety of online and classroom-based learning delivered by inhouse and external industry experts. An Applegreen Burger King Team Member would ideally: · Have a can-do attitude who has strong communication skills and enjoys interacting with customers. · Ability to work well with colleagues, contributing to a positive team environment. · Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. · Willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks.
Sales Assistant
Sales Assistant - Applegreen Hollyhill As a Sales Assistant at Applegreen, you will be a crucial part of our front-line operations. If you’re looking for a fulfilling role where you can make a difference every day and build lasting relationships, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to join the Applegreen family and become part of a company that values community, teamwork, our customers. What will I be doing as a Sales Assistant at Applegreen?
Community Nurses
Community Nurses Permanent Positions 37.5 hour working week Community Nurse Team Reporting to the Community Nurse Manager, the successful candidate will be delivering responsive person-centred care within the Horizons Community. This team will respond to the evolving health needs of the People We Support (PWS), through compassionate care, innovative approaches and sustainable practices, while actively promoting the health and wellbeing of the PWS across various settings within Horizons. Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc. Informal enquiries may be made to Patricia Hetherington, Assistant Director of Nursing on 086 8233 033. Completed application forms must be returned by Monday 15th September 2025. Applicants may be short listed on the basis of their application. The Department of Health & Children Consolidated Scales apply. Visit our website at www.horizonscork.ie
HAP Place Finder Administrator
Cork City Council operates a ‘Place Finder’ service to identify and source private rented accommodation, with the aim of transitioning individuals and families directly from homeless services into the private rented sector under the Housing Assistance Payment (HAP) Scheme. The HAP Place Finder Administrator (Grade V) will engage directly with letting agencies, private landlords, service providers, An Garda Síochána, support agencies, and individuals and families in homeless services. In addition, the role involves producing statistical analyses and reports to meet the requirements of both the Council and the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The key duties and responsibilities of the HAP Place Finder Administrator (Grade V) include: • Identify and source private rental properties and engage with prospective landlords. • Negotiate rent in line with Housing Assistance Payment (HAP) rent limits for Cork City (effective from 1st July 2025) and ensure rates comply with Rent Pressure Zone regulations. • Meet with homeless clients and match their needs, including affordability, to suitable vacant properties. • Ensure all forms are correctly completed and track accompanying documentation. Liaise with the HAP team to upload to Sugar and monitor to ensure HAP commences within one month. • Engage with Threshold and negotiate with landlords to prevent individuals or families from entering homeless services where possible. • Balance rent payments to maintain the advance payment of rent. • Set up landlords on JDE using a supplier setup form, ensuring payment of deposit and rent in advance is completed through JDE. • Monitor and track all recoupment of funds from the HAP Shared Services Centre. • Attend Homeless Action Team meetings and take referrals from various agencies. • Compile monthly performance reports for the Chief Executive, using the PASS system to verify information and compile statistics. • Comply with all statutory, legal, and quasi-statutory rules and regulations covering Safety, Health, and Welfare at Work, fully discharging responsibilities in this area and ensuring all staff do likewise. • Carry out other duties as may be assigned from time to time. • Deputise for staff at a more senior level when required. 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, Training, Experience, etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms – i. A minimum of one year’s experience of working with landlords and/or letting agents to secure private rental accommodation for social housing in Cork City. ii. An understanding of social housing supports with a particular emphasis on the Housing Assistance Payment Scheme, HAP. iii. An appreciation and understanding of the causes of homelessness and the issues and challenges encountered by people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. iv. Knowledge of legislation governing the private rented sector. v. Experience of statistical analysis and reporting. vi. An ability to demonstrate competence in the following areas – Delivering Quality Work and Services, Communicating Effectively and Identifying Problems and Contributing to Solutions. Driving Licence Holders of the office may be required to drive a car in the course of their duties and therefore are required to hold a full driving licence for class B vehicles free from disqualifications. Desirable Skills • A good understanding of Social Housing and Homeless Services. • An ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team. • Good communication and interpersonal skills. • An ability to work under pressure and maintain a solution-oriented mindset in dealing with a wide range of issues. • Good report writing and IT skills. • An ability to achieve delivery of competing demands within prescribed timeframes and deadlines. Competency Framework Candidates are expected to be able to demonstrate in their application and at interview that they possess these competencies through the experience and skills they have gained to date. Delivering Quality Work and Services Implements high standards of service delivery in accordance with the established parameters of the operational plans. • Understands and complies with the required work quality standards. • Demonstrates a strong customer service ethos and is an example to both internal and external customers. • Takes pride in the quality of service delivered and constantly seeks to improve it. • Regularly reviews and measures the quality of his or her work. • Immediately reports to his or her supervisor where there is a problem with service quality. • Discusses quality, improvements and performance measures at every Team Development Plan meeting. • Undertakes training as required to continuously improve quality work output. • Contributes ideas and suggestions as to how service activities can be improved. • Uses feedback from customers on a regular basis and uses this to inform the Team Development Plan and other team review meetings. Communicating Effectively Recognises the value of and requirement to communicate effectively. • Listens, clarifies and checks back to understand someone else’s perspective. • Gets their message across accurately and concisely. • Checks understanding rather than making assumptions. • Makes sure that important information is communicated in a timely way. • Consults others carefully on sensitive or delicate issues. • Influences others effectively to get support and commitment to proposals or suggestions. • Responds in a timely and accurate way to requests for information. • Demonstrates good written and verbal skills where required and has good interpersonal skills. Salary The salary scale for the post is: €51,722, €53,266, €54,844, €56,454, €58,076, (LSI1) €59,967, (LSI2) €61,865 (Max) 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 at the minimum point. Hours of Duty The standard working week will be 35 hours per week. The role may, on occasion, include evening and weekend work. Holders of the post may be called for duty at any time in accordance with arrangements made by local authorities. The Council reserves the right to alter hours of work from time to time.
Team Member
Costa Coffee requires a Team Member for our store in Merchants Quay. At Costa Coffee we are as passionate about our people as we are our great coffee! Being a part of our team gives you the chance to learn new skills in coffee excellence whilst letting your personality shine through. As a Costa Barista you receive full training in delivering every customer with an unbeatable coffee experience, through great customer service and great coffee. Are you: -
Temporary Seasonal Drivers
SECTION 1: THE ROLE Cork County Council invites applications from suitably qualified persons, who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which temporary seasonal vacancies for Drivers may be filled. Positions may arise in any area of the Council’s functions which cover Cork County. Cork County Council’s three machinery yards are based at Victoria Cross Machinery Yard, Cork, Skibbereen Machinery Yard and Newberry Machinery Yard, Mallow, Co. Cork. The base for working purposes shall be the machinery yard, local roads area depots or work site or as determined by the Council. Candidates are required to indicate the machinery yard they are most interested in being considered for. Separate panels for Temporary Seasonal Driver may be created for the three machinery yards at: • North – Newberry Machinery Yard, Mallow • South – Victoria Cross Machinery Yard, Cork • West – Skibbereen Machinery Yard Candidates are limited to selecting one area only. SECTION 2: DUTIES The duties may include but are not limited to the following and 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. The person employed shall carry out, under the direction of their Line Manager/Fleet Manager or Supervisor, where necessary, such duties as may from time to time be assigned to them, including: • The driving and/or operation of any plant including specialised plant in any part of the County under the direction of their assigned Yard. The successful candidate may be required to undertake and successfully complete further training in the use of such specialised vehicles as instructed by their Supervisor/Fleet Manager. • Participation in the Council's Winter Salting Roster System and the Council's Emergency On-Call System, as a requirement of this position. • Other works involved on site, as part of general crew or site work as required either on various Council mobile sites, fixed sites or in the machinery yards. • Duties will require drivers to work in various types of environments including those with hot tar, bitumen, concrete, road construction materials and other chemical substances. • A driver may be required to provide cover/support to locations other than their base and this will be advised by their Line Manager. Allowances and travel will be paid if deemed appropriate by management. 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. SECTION 3: ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA / QUALIFICATIONS Character Each candidate must be of good character. Licence Requirements • It is essential to hold a current full European “C” Driving Licence free from endorsement with a current Driver Qualification Card (CPC). • Hold a valid Safe Pass Card. 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. 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. 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. SECTION 4: SELECTION PROCESS The recruitment selection process will include an Interview and Driving Test. Candidates at the interview will be assessed and marked on the following areas: • Relevant Experience • Interpersonal & Communication Skills • Driving Test SECTION 5: TENURE The position is temporary seasonal and full time. The post is pensionable. This panel may be formed to fill temporary seasonal positions. A panel already exists for Permanent Vacancies. SECTION 6: REMUNERATION The weekly wages scale for the post is: €785.93 – €789.64 – €793.32 – €795.35 – €795.35 – €795.35 – €795.35 – €796.56 – €798.68 – €800.88 – €803.07 – €805.26 – €807.48 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 the minimum point. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. SECTION 7: LOCATION OF POST The Machinery Yards are currently based in the following locations: • Victoria Cross • Newberry Mallow • Skibbereen The base for working purposes shall be the machinery yard, local roads area depots or work site or as determined by Cork County Council. Allowances and travel will be paid if deemed appropriate by management in line with Revenue Commissioner guidelines. Holders of the office shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. 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. SECTION 8: WORKING HOURS The successful candidate will be required to work 39 hours per week, Monday to Friday: • Monday – Thursday: 8.30 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. • Friday: 8.30 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. You may be required to work overtime outside of normal working hours as required by his/her Supervisor. These arrangements may be varied and you will be notified of any variation as required. SECTION 9: ANNUAL LEAVE The current annual leave entitlement is 25 days per annum inclusive of Good Friday. 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).
