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Role Purpose The purpose of this role within the relevant business unit and for HIQA as a whole: The Regional Manager will join the Healthcare team within the Regulation Directorate. The Regional Manager role as advertised will manage and support a team of inspectors and/or other staff as required, ensuring that all staff within their sphere of responsibility discharge their duties in line with HIQA’s scheme of delegation, policies and procedures and quality assurance mechanisms. The Regional Manager will also be responsible for the programme of regulation and the assessment of compliance with legislation and national standards up to and including enforcement/escalation activity as required. The role as advertised will involve monitoring public general hospitals, maternity hospitals, rehabilitation and community inpatient hospital services, and private hospitals following commencement of the Patient Safety (Notifiable Incidents and Open Disclosure) Act 2023. It does not incorporate mental health services, residential care services for older persons or people with disabilities or monitoring exposure to ionising radiation. Separate recruitment campaigns are held for inspectors in these areas. The Regional Manager will lead a team of inspectors to carry out all regulatory activities in accordance with HIQA’s policies, processes and procedures to determine compliance with legislation and national standards, report publicly on findings and respond appropriately when service providers do not meet requirements. Behavioural Expectations The way that HIQA people are expected to work to role model HIQA values: The incumbent of this role is expected to demonstrate HIQA’s values in the delivery of every day work and interactions with clients and colleagues, by putting people first, being fair and objective, being open and accountable, demonstrating excellence and innovation and working together. Common Tasks Team Member Please note the role competency overview referred to in the above role description. This will assist you when completing the application form and preparing for the competency based interview. The number of applications received for a position generally exceeds that required to fill existing and future roles. While a candidate may meet the eligibility requirements of the competition, if the numbers applying for the role are such that it would not be practical to progress all candidates to the next stage of the selection process, HIQA may decide that a smaller number of candidates based on order of merit from shortlisting may be called to the next stage of the process. HIQA will conduct a shortlisting process to select a group who, based on an examination of the application forms, appear to be the most suitable for the role. This is not to suggest that other candidates are necessarily unsuitable or incapable of undertaking the job, rather that there are some candidates, who based on their application, appear to be more qualified and/or have more relevant experience. The applications will be shortlisted by a selection panel. They will examine each application form against the essential shortlisting criteria (outlined in the role description above) and the Evidence of Competencies section on the application form. The onus is on candidates to establish eligibility for the role, therefore it is in each candidate’s interest to provide a detailed and accurate account of their qualifications, experience and Evidence of Competencies as requested on the application form. Competition updates will be issued to the email address as entered on the application form. The onus is on each candidate to ensure that they are in receipt of all communication. Candidates are advised to check emails on a regular basis throughout the duration of the competition; in addition, being sure to check junk/spam folders should any emails be mistakenly filtered. HIQA accepts no responsibility for communication not accessed or received by a candidate.
Garage Parts Administrator
Job Purpose To provide efficient administrative support for the garage parts department by managing inventory records, processing orders, liaising with suppliers, and ensuring the timely availability of parts required for vehicle servicing and repairs. Key Responsibilities
Petcare Advisor/Sales Assistant
Petmania are currently recruiting for a num part time Sales Associates for our Galway store. The ideal candidates will be passionate about retail and sales and be willing and eager to make their mark in the store. In addition to this it is an advantage if you are currently studying or recently qualified in Animal Care to QQI level 5 or 6. We currently have one 12 hour contract available however we envisage that more hours will be available each week- please note you must be available mid week as well as weekends The main tasks you will be responsible for are; In addition to your basic pay we offer you; Quarterly bonuses based on the success of the store, Great training opportunities through our myPetmania portal, Paid maternity and paternity leave, Access to Cycle to Work scheme and, Access to HSF Health cover And if you are interested and show an aptitude for it, the opportunity to up skill to become a Dog Groomer. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Assistant Support Worker
Job Summary Nua Healthcare Services is one of Ireland’s leading Care Providers. We provide Residential, Supported Living, Day Services and Community Outreach Services to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support requirements. Benefits of joining Nua Healthcare! CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Procurement & Contracts Officer
Main Purpose of Job Currently, the University of Galway operates a hybrid model of public procurement where the central Procurement & Contracts Office sets down the relevant processes and procedures arising from the QA100 Procurement Policy, which reflects both the Irish Government Public Procurement Regulations and the EU Public Procurement Directives. These processes and procedures minimise risk, provide a layer of transparency while being fully compliant with all relevant legislation/regulation. The post holder will support the Head of Procurement & Contracts with the development and implementation of a Devolved Procurement Strategy for the University, along with developing category-specific sourcing strategies for the main categories of procurement expenditure. 4. Main Duties and Responsibilities • Provide expertise as the Leading Authority on all matters relating to the procurement processes and resultant awarding of contracts for specific categories of expenditure that relate to high-value recurring centralised spends. • Devise, design and manage the relevant procurement strategies for the annual University expenditure on categories such as Professional Services, including but not limited to Financial and Business Management services; which of approximately €18m-€20m under the categories of (but not limited to) Professional/Consultancy Services relating to Business, Organisational and Financial-related services, and other Supply and Services categories. • Support the Multi-Annual Procurement Plan within the University. • Manage the growth of procurement and contracts competency throughout the University by reviewing allocation of resources and presenting recommendations to maximise these resources to the Head of Procurement & Contracts. • Design and deliver relevant procurement-related training to meet the needs of all categories of University staff. • Provide specialised and professional expertise to the College Staff around drawing up functional/technical specifications for procuring goods/services. • Manage supplier engagements (i.e., contract reviews) with relevant University Staff on Service Level Agreements and Contract Terms and Conditions with external vendors/service providers. • Lead out on any other EU or National tendering processes as required. • Ensure a consistent, high-quality and commercially focused approach to competitive tendering with emphasis on meticulous planning and attention to detail. • Proactively drive and manage the development and implementation of systems and process improvement to underpin procurement policies and procedures and procurement activities in the University. • Lead and manage the contract management of relevant centralised contracts with added focus on ensuring quality of service. • Identify and implement solutions to problems that arise during procurement processes and contract execution. • Provide expertise in respect of public procurement legislation and requirements, regulatory amendments, and developments. • Drive development and delivery of objectives linked to sustainable purchasing and be a positive ambassador with regard to Sustainable Public Procurement, including promoting expectations that suppliers and services providers meet sustainability goals and requirements and promote the reduction of emissions in the supply chain. • Represent the University of Galway with external funders, government departments, stage agencies, or private funders, as relevant to the role. • Undertake any other relevant procurement duties, as many be assigned by the Head of Procurement & Contracts Office. 5. Requirements for the Role The successful candidate will demonstrate the eligibility requirements below in terms of qualification, skills and experience: Essential Requirements • HETAC Level 8 qualification in a relevant area (or equivalent) or a minimum of 10 years of experience working in a procurement-related role. • A minimum of seven years procurement and contracts management experience or equivalent. • A minimum of five years in managing public procurement processes or equivalent. • Highly developed project management capability. • Excellent IT skills with proficiency in M/S Office suite. • Intermediate level in MS Excel is a requirement (testing may be required). • Demonstrated ability to work on own initiative and to plan, manage and organise own workload in an effective manner within strict deadlines. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, good numeracy skills, and ability to analyse data. • Demonstrate ability to work in line with relevant policies and procedures and regulations. • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with professional services and academic staff, and with senior management. • Excellent influencing and interpersonal skills. • Demonstrated evidence of contribution to innovation and process improvement. • A demonstrated customer-focused ethos. • Successful candidate will be required to undertake the Certificate in Public Procurement within 12 months of appointment. Desirable Requirements • Experience of use of Agresso or equivalent finance management system. • Experience of use of procurement-relevant IT systems such as eTenders, etc. • Demonstrated problem-solving ability. • Demonstrated experience of applying commercial acumen from a procurement perspective. • Demonstrated experience of providing training to other staff. The above criteria will be utilised to shortlist and select candidates for interview. Special Features of Job Applicants should be aware that the Procurement & Contracts Office is a demanding office environment that requires a high level of flexibility. Applicants must also be comfortable in engaging with and challenging the key and relevant stakeholders, internal staff, tenderers and suppliers in relation to all aspects of the procurement and contracting process. Furthermore, the nature of public procurement means that applicants should note that any aspect of their work is liable to be reviewed by both internal and external agencies. Where applicable, the successful candidate will be required to undertake the Certificate in Public Procurement within the first 2 years of taking up this position. The Procurement & Contracts Office Team are continuously undergoing relevant professional development, and the successful candidate will be given the same opportunity. Applicants should note that any aspect of the work of this role is liable to be reviewed by both internal and external bodies, including audit and compliance bodies. Salary: €63,499 - €86,087 (applicable to new entrants effective from January, 2011) and in accordance with the terms and conditions of the QA321 University’s Remuneration & Payroll Policy.
Executive Technician (Civil)
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. For the purpose of satisfying the requirements as to health, it will be necessary for successful candidates, before they are appointed, to undergo at their own expense a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the Local Authority. On taking up appointment the expense of the medical examination will be refunded to candidates. CITIZENSHIP: Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway; or b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015, or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa; or f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, ETC: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) Have satisfactory experience, in a Technician Post at Grade II or higher level or in an analogous post under a local authority or health board in the State. (b) Have at least five years satisfactory relevant experience in a Technician Post at Grade II or higher level or an analogous post. (c) Have a wide knowledge of all the technical aspects of local authority work and also a deeper knowledge of at least one section of the work. (d) Possess adequate training and experience relating to dealings with other departments within their own organisations and with other bodies. (e) Have adequate experience in the supervision and control of staff. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following is a non-exhaustive list of duties which may be assigned to the post of Executive Technician: REMUNERATION Entry to the scale shall be determined having regard to Departmental Circulars. Starting pay for new entrants will be at the minimum of the scale. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Point 01/06/2026 1 €52,964 2 €54,212 3 €55,506 4 €56,824 5 €58,161 6 €59,489 LSI 1 €61,429 LSI 2 €63,367
Christmas Team
At Brown Thomas Arnotts, we’re reinventing the very essence of retail through innovation, creativity and a drive for positive change. We’re creating a luxury retail experience like no other in Ireland and we want you to be part of the magic this Christmas in Ireland’s most festive stores. If you’re passionate about exceeding expectations, creating memorable experiences and going above and beyond to help our customers find the perfect Christmas gifts, then we want to meet you! We are looking for team members to fill a range of exciting full and part time seasonal roles across our stores, distribution centre and customer services teams. We believe that a great customer experience starts with a great people experience, our seasonal team members will benefit from luxury sales training and highly competitive compensation, as well as support from our world-class Brown Thomas and Arnotts teams. To take part in this exciting opportunity you should have:
Customer Service Agent
The Company EZ Living Furniture was founded in Galway in 1998. We are a family run Irish retailer operating nationwide, as well as a full online shopping experience offering delivery throughout Ireland. We are the largest independent Furniture Retailer in Ireland employing over 350 people. We are delighted to announce that we are looking for Customer Service Agents to join our Customer Service team based in Galway city. The customer service agent position is a highly customer focused support role. You must be a problem solver and willing to go beyond the call of duty to assist our existing and new customers. You must be resourceful in assisting them through all available support mediums – Phone & Email. The Person
Healthcare Assistant
What we Offer Salary range for this position is €16.22 – €18.03 per hour depending on experience Before 8am and after 8pm - from €20.27 p/h Sunday - from €24.33 p/h Public Holidays - from €32.44 p/h Paid inter-client mileage Sick pay scheme Maternity and paternity pay scheme Excellent working conditions Holiday pay at a rate of 8% of hours worked PRSA Pension scheme available Bike to Work Scheme Employee Assistance Programme A commitment to the on-going training and development of all employees . Overall Purpose of Job The purpose of the role is to enable our Members to achieve maximum independence in all aspects of daily living, by providing assistance in one or more of the following areas: personal care, domestic assistance, social and educational assistance, travel and companionship. Role takes place in the homes and communities of our Members. Liaison There are several key relationships, which should be fostered and developed for the successful implementation of this role. Liaise and coordinate with other identified Home carers as required and maintain close communication with the ALS Coordinator / Scheduling staff Training and Qualifications, required Minimum of 5 modules completed of the Major Award at QQI Level 5 in either Community & Health Services, Health Service Skills or Healthcare Support or other relevant qualification and a commitment to complete the major award. Experience of working with people in a caring role ( essential) Be reliable, trustworthy, and always maintain confidentiality Demonstrate excellent communication skills with a good level of spoken and written English Full driver's licence and access to your own car ( essential) . Behaviours Person centred approach An ability to build strong relationships Strong customer service focus Flexible approach to work High level of confidentiality Competencies Communicating and Influencing Motivating and Empowering Planning and Organising Quality and Customer Focus and Accountability CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Young Adult Support Worker
IWA is committed to promoting, maintaining and adding to our diverse and inclusive work environment As a Young Adult Support Worker, the post holder will be expected to support the delivery of services to School Leavers Service participants with physical disabilities as part of Irish Wheelchair Association’s services based in Galway. The objectives of our services are to provide pathways for people with disabilities to participate fully in the community, by means of establishing developmental, personal, and social inclusion programmes. This will include supporting individual young adults to identify and work towards their personal goals, and to facilitate a range of activities, such as training workshops, personal development work, day trips and social activities, and linking with services and facilities within individuals’ local communities. You will be also required to undertake and ensure the execution of such other tasks/duties as deemed necessary to the successful implementation of young adult services. Liaison Close liaison is required with the School Leaver Service Support Officers and Rehabilitative Training team and Community Centre Coordinators and team. Main Duties and Responsibilities Support Service Manager and Support Officers to implement a range of group workshops and activities based on the choices and needs of young adults Support individual young adults in line with the Association’s person-centred approach and through Personal Goals work Support young adults involved in Rehabilitative Training activities Assist with safe transportation in line with requirements of the Transport Handbook guidelines Assist young adults in all aspects of personal care and daily living as identified by each individual Accompany and support young adults on outings, social trips and holidays as required Ensure that your work and interactions with others is such that it promotes and enhances the independence of students/young people Prepare and maintain hard copy and online records as required by the Service Manager/Support Officers Undertake training as directed by the Service Manager/Support Officers Actively ensure that standards and practices regarding health and safety are fully adhered to in all activities, and in the centre itself. Record and report all hazards or accidents to the Service Manager/Support Officers Carry out other duties and/or responsibilities which may be assigned to you from time to time Ensure that your responsibilities to safeguard children and adults from abuse or harm is a core aspect of your role and that IWA’s Safeguarding Policies and Procedures are adhered to PERSON SPECIFICATION Training, Experience and Qualifications QQI level 5 (Major Award – 8 Modules) Care Support or similar qualification is essential. QQI Major Awards that are deemed relevant to IWA are: Community & Health Services (to include minor components Safety & Health at Work and Care Provision & Practice) Health Service Skills (to include minor components in Workplace Statutory Policies & Procedures and Care Skills and Care Support) Health Care Support (to include minor components Safety & Health at Work and Care Skills and Care Support) Youth Work (no specific minor components required) Full Drivers licence is required Knowledge and Skills Previous experience of developing and delivering projects or programmes Previous experience of working with people with disabilities is required Knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety regulations, as well as transport safety and standards of use is essential Previous experience of driving transit vans to transport people with disabilities, or a willingness to do so, would be an advantage Good organisational skills Behaviours The ability to work as part of a team and work on own initiative An ability to build strong relationships at all levels and show confidence in the team Strong customer service focus Competencies Communicating and Influencing Motivating and Empowering Innovation and Creativity Planning and Organising Quality and Customer Focus Remuneration & Benefits Annual Salary Range is from €33,621 to €37,425 DOE Excellent working conditions Training & Development opportunities 25 days annual leave per year Access to Pension Scheme & HSF Employee Assistance Service CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
