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We are Ireland’s largest retailer providing fashion, homewares and food for our loyal customers. We operate 134 stores across Ireland, Northern Ireland, and Spain, as well as a growing online store. Our guiding principle is to deliver excellent quality products at competitive prices and we are constantly developing our product ranges. We are currently recruiting for a Loss Prevention Manager to join one of our Cork store teams. Security • Develop and implement effective loss prevention strategies to minimise theft and shrinkage. • Implement security strategies and policies that align with the company's overall goals and objectives. • Conduct risk assessments of our stores and identify potential areas of vulnerability, taking corrective action where necessary. • Develop and maintain relationships with local Gardai and other relevant agencies to allow for effective and timely crime resolutions. • Investigate, resolve, and report any suspected external/internal theft, fraud, or other illegal activities to Gardai and relevant agencies. • Manage all aspects of the company's security policies, including monitoring of electronic surveillance systems, conducting investigations, and reporting on trends and patterns. Health and Safety • Collaborate with other departments, such as operations, legal and health & safety to ensure that all aspects of the company's security and safety policies are aligned and integrated. • Oversee and maintain safety standards within the store which will include completing various safety inspections designated by store management. Training • Manage, support, train and develop new and existing security teams. • Establish and maintain a strong loss prevention culture within the store. • Responsible for the education of staff on security and H&S related issues and provide training on how to mitigate potential risks. • Work with contractors and suppliers to ensure that all security-related products and services meet the company's standards. Requirements: • 3+ years of experience in asset protection, loss prevention, or security management, preferably in a retail environment. • Strong knowledge of security strategies and techniques, including electronic surveillance, physical security, and inventory control. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills including I.T. • Ability to develop and implement policies and procedures that align with the company's goals and objectives. • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong focus on results. • Ability to travel to various locations as required. Experience: • Experience dealing with shrink and crime resolution in a busy retail setting. • Will require you to resolve external theft situations in a professional and safe manner. If this sounds like the job for you, please apply now and tell us why you would be perfect for this challenging and rewarding role! Dunnes Stores is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Dog Groomer
Maxi Zoo is part of the Fressnapf Group, the European market leader in pet product with 2,600 shops across Europe. Maxi Zoo is Ireland’s largest pet retailer and has over 30 shops in Ireland. Maxi Zoo Ireland are driven by the desire to make the life of pets and pets owners simpler, better and happier. We are seeking a full-time qualified Groomer for our Blackpool Store Start your career in grooming as a Groomer! As a Groomer in our Grooming Salon, you’ll have the opportunity to build personal relationships with your customers and their pets each time they visit and truly become a part of their family. You’ll get to know their pets’ styles and personalities to create a customized, stylish experience just for them! From that first shampoo to that final strut home, you’ll take pride in the services you provide Why join us? · Service pay- Higher rate of pay from when you reach 12 months service · KPI Related bonus · Employee Discount - we offer employee discount of up to 40% in our stores and 20% in our Salon · Paid leave- Sick leave, annual leave and bank holidays. · Refer a friend scheme · State of the art grooming salon and full grooming equpiment · Advancement Opportunities – At Maxi Zoo we believe in promoting from within as much as possible and developing our team to have a career path. · Community- A chance to work in an environment where employees and customers share the same passion for animals · Educational opportunities- Continuous learning through our induction plan, e-learning academy, classroom training environment and development plans. · Employee assistance programme · Cycle to work Scheme What you will bring: · Fully flexible across 5 days, it is a full time role which includes weekends · Previous hands on experience in grooming salon and/or QQI Level 6 Dog Grooming/City & Guilds · Proficient in all aspects of grooming and clipping all dog breeds to a high standard. · Professional attitude that can communicate effectively with all salon customers and the wider grooming team to build trust and rapport with pet parents. · Time management: Independently prioritise and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes. · A passion for Animals: Interest in grooming/animal care. Are comfortable/confident around all breeds of dogs (large and small) and treats all furry visitors to the salon as they would their own pet. · Personal development: Drives their own development within the salon, is reliable, asks questions, uses time effectively to learn from the qualified groomer in the salon. Sees a long term career in grooming. What you will do: · Consultation - Communicating effectively with pet owners and providing advice and recommendations of the related product assortment. · Customer Engagement - Provide excellent customer service and demonstrate reliability and professionalism by consistently delivering high standard grooms. · Follow-Up and Follow-Through - Follow up with customers after their grooming appointments to ensure satisfaction and address any feedback or concerns promptly. · Sanitization and Cleanliness - Maintaining a clean and organized grooming area, including disinfecting equipment, washing towels and grooming tools, and ensuring a safe and hygienic environment for dogs and staff. · Product Knowledge – Promote Grooming Services and provide expert advice on products.
Deputy Store Manager
Summary From our Head Office to the shop floor and everywhere in between our primary goal is to create and deliver a fantastic customer journey for everyone who shops at Lidl. Do you enjoy leading by example? This could be your next career move. Come and talk to us, to see what we’re all about. What you'll do Lidl is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements, we will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and want to ensure that all applicants have the same opportunity regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, age, disability, race, religious belief, political opinion or membership of the traveller community.
Store Manager
Lead the way at cardfactory, where special moments come to life.As a Store Manager, you’ll be at the heart of it all — guiding a team, shaping a positive culture, and creating a space where people feel supported, valued, and inspired. You’ll coach, motivate, and celebrate wins — big and small. With a customer-first mindset, you’ll bring energy and confidence to every decision, using data to keep things on track and moving forward. The day to day You’ll take the lead day to day — building a brilliant team, setting clear direction, and creating a workplace where people thrive. From hiring and coaching to merchandising and payroll, you’ll take ownership and make things happen. You’ll also work closely with your District and Regional Managers, always looking for ways to grow, improve, and celebrate success. About You What We’re Looking For:
School Manager
Role Description The Manager will be responsible, with the Dean of School, for co-ordinating and supervising the operation of all administrative and support functions in the School of Public Health. The School Manager within the School of Public Health will provide leadership, guidance and support for all administrative functions within the School by managing the administrative team which comprises seven administrators encompassing operational, research and programme administration. They will manage the School finances in accordance with the policies and procedures set down by the University and play a key role in implementing the strategic priorities of the School. The School Manager will be a member of the School Executive Committee and act as the administrator of this committee. The Manager will report to the Dean of School. The main duties will be: • To work effectively with the Dean of School, supporting the strategic management of the School through the development and management of strategic projects, as well as advising him/her of the administrative processes, structures and procedures to enable the School to achieve its strategic objectives. • To act as the School Finance Manager, managing and overseeing all financial and budgetary functions of the School accounts (including research accounts such as the HRB-funded Centre for Health and Diet Research and development of research bids), ensuring compliance with the accounting and financial controls as specified by UCC’s Finance Office, preparing annual budgets and financial statements for School and research accounts as needed. • To manage and oversee the School examination processes and to communicate academic rules and regulations to staff and students (e.g. pass and progression, appeals, mitigation, transfers, exemptions, requirements for autumn supplemental examinations etc.) with support from the programme administration team. • To provide the necessary administrative framework to support the ongoing development of a thriving undergraduate and postgraduate provision. • To manage the promotion and marketing activities of the School. • To manage the smooth operation of the School on a day-to-day basis and to arrange staff and systems to create a student-centred environment. • To support the School in planning its future strategic direction in relation to staffing, finance and capital development, consistent with its academic mission. • To support the development of the School’s research agenda and assist the Head of School in overseeing the development of this area. • To manage the programme administration team in timetabling for teaching purposes, including maintaining staff teaching load records. • To establish and manage examination administration including timetabling, production of papers, liaising with external examiners (including relating to the administration of external examiner appointments), co-ordination of examination systems with internal examiners, making special examination arrangements for students, and servicing examination boards, supported by the programme administration team. • To ensure adequate arrangements for the conduct of Viva Voce examinations. • To ensure that administrative systems and practices within the School are developed and operated in line with University policies and guidelines. • To ensure School policies are aligned and, where necessary, assist in the development of policies compatible with University policies, procedures and legislation. • To work closely with the Systems Administration Manager on School-related issues. • To manage the School administration, including performance reviews, recruitment and induction of new staff and managing staff records. • To manage and assist in School events, open days, seminars for visiting lecturers, delegations, etc. • To be responsible for the School website, co-ordinating and updating information for University publications pertaining to the School and local publicity materials. • To maintain the School risk plans and major incident recovery plans. • To prepare and monitor contracts for part-time staff, as well as providing support. • To support the ongoing development of the curriculum within the School and facilitate the introduction and development of new academic/professional programmes in accordance with the Office for Academic Programmes and Regulations. • To facilitate and assist academic staff in the preparation of submissions to academic/professional accrediting bodies and other review panels as appropriate. • To maintain a high level of interaction and positive relationships with School staff and students. • To sit on and act as administrator for the School’s Executive Committee. • To support the School’s Athena Swan initiative. • Other duties as determined by the Dean of School. Health & Safety In addition to the statutory safety duties of all employees (as prescribed in safety legislation and the relevant local safety statement), each staff member is responsible for: • Discharging any safety functions delegated to them by their Head of College/School/Department/Centre/Unit in relation to the areas/activities under their control. • Co-operating and assisting the University and the Head of College/School/Department/Centre/Unit in the discharge of their statutory safety responsibilities. • Ensuring that all work under their control is undertaken safely and without risk to health and complies with the provision of all relevant statutory legislation. Note: As the University continues to expand and evolve, it is likely that flexibility in regard to the allocation of specific duties will be necessary. Accordingly, the list of duties specified above is not intended to be exclusive or restrictive; duties may be added or withdrawn, but any such alteration will take place after consultation with the appointee. Essential Criteria Third-level or other relevant qualification and/or a relevant professional qualification. Proven experience in research and/or teaching administration. Proven administrative ability in financial and budgetary management. Proven experience of staff supervision. Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated capacity to build good working and collegial relations with a diverse group of academic, professional and administrative staff, as well as external stakeholders. Proven ability in strategic and resource planning. Proven ability to exercise professional judgment and to use initiative appropriately. Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to relate to staff in a collegial manner. Excellent organisational and IT skills. Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken. Excellent understanding of university systems, processes and culture. Proven extensive strategic management experience in the Higher Education sector or a similarly complex organisation, which includes managing a large interdisciplinary team and demonstrable experience of the ability to effectively manage significant human, physical and financial resources to achieve strategic goals. Be a highly effective communicator with excellent spoken and written communication skills (including reports and briefings), combined with motivating, negotiating and influencing skills, and demonstrate a proactive approach to problem-solving. Demonstrated experience in the practical application of regulations, policies and procedures relevant to the operations of an educational and research-active organisation, and experience of working with relevant compliance processes. Show evidence of an active commitment to the professional development of the administrative team, the wider staff and your own professional development. Have excellent numerical and analytical abilities. Proven budget development and monitoring experience, using a data- and information-driven approach to identify and respond to problems. Demonstrate a proactive approach and the ability to multi-task in achieving milestones and deliverables. Desirable Criteria Proven management experience. Qualification or experience in public health/health promotion. Substantial experience of an educational/research environment at third level. 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. Please note: Candidates who do not demonstrate that they meet the criteria as detailed above will not be shortlisted. The University, at its discretion, may undertake to make additional appointment(s) from this competition following the conclusion of the process. The University has determined a set of competencies which are a requirement for this post. Conditions of Employment Salary: Appointment may be made on the Admin III Salary Scale: €60,862 - €72,665 (Scale B) or €57,949 - €69,147 (Scale A) Salary placement on appointment will be in accordance with public sector pay policy. As required by public pay policy for the higher education sector, new appointments to a direct entry recruitment grade will generally be at the minimum (1st point) of the relevant scale. For existing public servants, the restriction to the first point on scale may be varied where a person is appointed to the same or an analogous grade, role or position as their previous public service employment. The rate of remuneration for all appointments may be adjusted from time to time in line with government policy. The working hours for administrative staff are 35 hours per week with normal hours of duty from 9.00am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday, with 1 hour for lunch break. Due to the nature and seniority of the post, however, it may be necessary to extend and vary these hours from time to time in order to meet the exigencies of the post. Annual Leave Annual leave will be 29 days per annum (pro-rata). This leave is exclusive of public holidays and Good Friday. The leave year commences on 1 July annually and four days annual leave must be held for the Christmas closure period. Sick Leave Sick leave will be granted in line with University policy in this regard, which may change from time to time. You should familiarise yourself with the University Sick Leave Policy and University Sick Leave Management Policy. Tenure of the Post The tenure of the post is permanent whole-time, based on the following provisions: a) A probationary period of twelve months shall apply from commencement of employment in the post during which the contract of employment may be terminated by either party in accordance with the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts, 1973 to 2005. b) Except in circumstances of gross misconduct justifying immediate dismissal, the appointee will receive one month’s notice of termination of employment or, if greater, such notice as is provided for in the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Act, 1973. c) The appointee is required to give one month’s notice of termination of employment.
Support Worker
Applications are invited for the following posts SUPPORT WORKERS Ref: 97965 Casual Relief hours up to 78 hours per fortnight Children Respite /Adult Services Locations: Ballinhassig / Bandon / Upton / Innishannon and West Cork areas The Role Support Workers provide a key supportive role for individuals supported by the Service. This role comprises of two main elements. Firstly the Support Worker is responsible for all aspects of personal care required during the day. This includes supporting individuals with their meals, personal hygiene and other related aspects of physical well-being, to the extent required by the individual. Secondly, a major focus of the Support Worker role is to assist and support People who use the Service with the Implementation of their Individual Plans and the achievement of associated outcomes and critically, to support People who use the Service in participating in the ordinary everyday life of the community through inclusive and creative thinking. The successful candidate may be required to be a key worker and develop and review individual plans. The Candidate The successful candidates must It is essential that all candidates have adequate immunity against Hepatitis B as per Immunisation Guidelines for Ireland 2008 Reporting to: Social Care Leader in the community and residential setting and through the Line Manager structure to the Area Manager, or other authorised person as the Employing Authority may designate. Salary Scale: €34,536 - €47,954 including 1 LSI per annum (1/2/26 Department of Health Consolidated Scales). Part-Time hours will be paid pro-rata to a full-time post * Successful candidates are required to submit all documentary evidence outlining any relevant experience within 3 months of starting date. Failure to do so will mean that any incremental credit due now will only be paid from date of submission of documents. Informal Enquiries to Lorraine Cahill, Area Manager Tel: +353 86 0438809; Or Carolann Corkery, Area Manager, Tel: +353 87 4859726; Or Marie O’Mahony, Children’s Respite Manager, Tel: +353 87 6609476 Human Resources Department, Human Resources Department, e-mail Human Resources Department, e-mail RecruitmentSouth@corlann.ie Closing date: Sunday 14th June 2026 Applications should be made using the Apply link below Corlann South is an equal opportunities employer INDS
Electrical Apprentice
ATEX Inspector Apprenticeship If you are looking for a career with long-term prospects, specialist technical training, and genuine demand from industry, this is an exceptional opportunity. AVS is currently recruiting for four ATEX Inspector Apprenticeship positions. This is an entry-level opportunity for motivated candidates who want to build a highly valuable technical qualification with Ireland’s benchmark company in explosion safety inspection and verification. About AVS AVS is Ireland’s only accredited, independent and impartial inspection body providing internationally recognised inspection and verification services to industry and installation contractors operating in Potentially Explosive Atmospheres. We are trusted by industry because of our technical competence, independence and depth of experience. Our team includes highly experienced inspectors and qualified Ex validation engineers, giving our clients direct access to some of Ireland’s leading experts in ATEX and Explosion Safety. Our personnel have significant engineering and inspection experience across a wide range of sectors, including: • Pharmaceutical • Brewing and Distilling • Petrochemical • Chemical Processing • Food and Beverage • Manufacturing Why Choose AVS ATEX inspection and explosion safety competence are highly valued by employers across many major industries. Gaining these skills can open the door to a rewarding and specialist career path, both in Ireland and internationally. Completing your apprenticeship with AVS means training with a company that sets the standard in explosion safety verification. You will develop practical, in-demand skills under the guidance of recognised experts, building a strong foundation for a long-term career in electrical inspection, hazardous area compliance and industrial safety. This is more than an apprenticeship. It is an opportunity to position yourself in a specialist field where technical competence, professionalism and recognised qualifications are in strong demand. Apprenticeship Overview This is an entry-level Electrical Apprenticeship and Trainee ATEX Inspector role. Successful candidates will be enrolled in an apprenticeship programme designed to develop the skills, experience and competencies required to become a qualified electrician and ATEX Inspector. During the apprenticeship, you will receive a combination of: • Classroom-based education • Paid on-the-job training • Structured mentoring from experienced inspectors and engineers • Practical exposure to real industrial environments Apprentices will receive training in the: • Installation, commissioning, testing and maintenance of wiring systems for industrial applications • Inspection of electrical equipment in non-hazardous areas • Inspection and verification of equipment and installations in potentially explosive atmospheres • Development of technical inspection competence, reporting skills and industry knowledge This role offers exposure to specialist industrial work that few entry-level opportunities can provide. Location and Flexibility The apprenticeship is primarily based in the Dublin and Cork areas, with work carried out throughout Ireland and, at times, further afield. Candidates must be flexible with working hours when required. Minimum Requirements Applicants must: • Be over 18 years of age • Hold a full clean driving licence • Be computer literate What We Are Looking For We are seeking candidates who have: • A strong work ethic • A positive attitude • A willingness to learn • The ability to take direction • A commitment to personal development • The ability to work as part of a professional team Application Requirements Please ensure that your application includes a copy of your: • Leaving Certificate results, and/or • Third-level qualification(s) Applications submitted without these documents will not be considered. Apply If you want to start a career in a specialist field with excellent long-term prospects, and train with one of the most respected names in explosion safety verification, we would like to hear from you.
