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Plumbers install, maintain and repair systems of water supply, drainage and central heating in houses and other locations. These systems include hot and cold-water systems, sanitary services, heating systems, and pipework and controls for gas supply. The work includes central heating systems and their controls, pipework, sanitary systems, drainage systems, guttering and rainwater systems. Maintenance and repair work includes routine servicing and emergency repairs, which involves finding faults, replacing or repairing damaged parts, carrying out tests and ensuring that the system works properly. Plumbers work on such technologies as gas fired and oil-fired heating systems, under-floor heating, solar, geothermal and biomass heating. Plumbers work in a variety of locations including houses, industrial and commercial buildings. Plumbers require many skills including: • Working with technical specifications and drawings • Ability to use a variety of hand and power tools including wrenches, spanners, saws, cutters, welding equipment and pipe threading machines. • Cutting, bending, joining and fixing materials such as lead, copper, aluminium, plastic and iron. • Installation of central heating systems and their controls and pipework, sanitary systems, • Drainage systems, guttering and rainwater systems. • Testing systems to ensure they are working efficiently and safely. • Maintenance and repair work including routine servicing and emergency repairs Aspects of work: · Learning and developing new practical craft-related skills, knowledge and competence · Working with and learning from experienced Crafts persons · Seeing a job through from start to finish · Comply with Health and Safety requirements · Working with technical drawings and diagrams n Using tools or machinery to shape metal · Being accurate with numbers in counting, measuring and arithmetic · Being well organised and careful with practical tasks · Working at heights · Lifting or carrying heavy items · Taking responsibility for own learning, including the allocation of study time n Flexible working arrangements as emergency work may be involved · Being physically active · Passing all your phase exams (theory, practical skills demonstration) · Bending, kneeling and working in cramped and awkward spaces · Earning as you learn. About this Apprenticeship programme: This is a 4-year programme consisting of seven phases, four on-the-job and three off-the-job in a training facility. Phases 1, 3, 5 and 7 take place with the employer, Phases 2, 4, and 6 take place off-the-job. Apprentices will complete two of their three phases of off-the-job training in a higher education institution in one of several locations throughout the country, depending on apprentice place on waitlist and next available class location. Consequently, the duration of each phase will vary accordingly. ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POST 1. Character Candidates shall 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. Selected candidates may be required to undergo an initial medical examination, and any further medical examinations required during his/her employment as an Apprentice Plumber with a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the Local Authority. Candidates for Plumbing Crafts will be required to pass a colour vision test prior to any appointment 3. Citizenship : Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: i. A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or ii. A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or iii. A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or iv. 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 v. 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 vi. 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 4. Plumber Apprenticeship Entry Requirements: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms for this Apprenticeship: (a) be at least 16 years of age and (b) have a minimum of Grade D in 5 subjects in the Department of Education & Skills Junior Certificate Examination or an approved equivalent or (c) Satisfactorily completed an approved Pre-Apprenticeship course or (d) Candidates must have at least 3 years relevant work experience gained over sixteen years of age in a relevant designated industrial activity as SOLAS shall deem acceptable. * Prior to appointment, successful applicants may be required to provide evidence demonstrating proficiency in English. It should be noted that above are the current approved minimum educational requirements for apprenticeship programmes, however, previous experience of the following subjects would be an advantage but not essential: Mathematics, Technical Drawing/Graphics, Metalwork, Construction Studies, Engineering, Physica and Technology. *Non-Irish Qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications, overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. 5. Desirable Criteria It is desirable that candidates should have the following: · A current full driving licence (Class B) valid in Ireland, free from disqualification and medical limitations. · A valid Safe Pass Registration card. As a Plumber you will need to be physically active and to be able to work with your hands. An awareness of health and safety and good housekeeping is essential. Candidates must also have the following Personal Qualities and Skills: Galway City Council reserves the right to, at any time, assign an employee to any premises in use by the Council now or in the future. Each candidate must include on the application form details of all qualifications obtained by them and must submit same with the application form. The invitation to attend for Interview is not to be regarded as an admission that you possess the prescribed qualifications and/or requirements for this post or are you qualified by law to hold the post. Documentary proof will be required before appointment where you claim credit for particular qualification/s, experience, etc. Remuneration Starting salary for new entrants to Galway City Council is €477.91 per fortnight (during on-the-job phases with Galway City Council. (Phases 1, 3, 5 & 7 with Galway City Council: Circular EL 07-2025) 1st year – €477.91 per fortnight (30% of the minimum of Craftworker Rate) 2nd year – €716.86 per fortnight (45% of the minimum of Craftworker Rate) 3rd year – €1,035.47 per fortnight (65% of the minimum of Craftworker Rate) 4TH year – €1,274.43 per fortnight (80% of the minimum of Craftworker Rate) While attending the off the job training phase of your apprenticeship, you will be paid a training allowance by SOLAS i.e. Phases 2, 4, & 6. You will not be paid by Galway City Council during these phases. Probation: (a) there shall be a period after such appointments take effect during which such persons shall hold the position on probation, (b) such period shall be 12 months but, the Chief Executive may at his or her discretion extend such period, (c) such persons shall cease to hold the position at end of the period of probation unless during such period, the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory. Hours of Attendance: While attending the on-the-job phases with Galway City Council (Phases 1,3,5,& 7) the person appointed will be required to work a 39-hour week. The successful candidate will be required to log their hours of work in accordance with the requirements of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 and will be required to co-operate with the use of technologies to record such hours. Annual Leave: The current annual leave entitlement is 8% of hours worked. Galway City Council’s holiday 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, 1977 (as amended). Residence: Holder of the post shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. Outside Employment: The Apprentice may not engage in private practice or be connected with any outside business which would interfere with the performance of official duties. Driving Licence: While not an essential requirement for the position, it would be desirable that candidates hold a full valid Irish driving licence. Garda Vetting: The successful applicant may be required to undergo Garda Vetting prior to appointment. Superannuation Contribution: Persons who become pensionable officers of a local authority, who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of the State Pension Contributory), while being paid by Galway City Council. Persons who become pensionable officers of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required, in respect of their superannuation, to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. Widows & Orphans/ Spouses & Children’s Scheme All persons who become pensionable officers of a local Authority are required, in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Children’s Contributory Pension) Scheme, 1986, to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of State Pension contributory) in accordance with the terms of the Scheme, while being paid by Galway City Council. New Entrants From 1st January 2013 – Single Public Services Pension Scheme FOR NEW ENTRANTS recruited on or after 1st January 2013 as well as former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks. The Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 applies to your employment. Members of this Scheme are required in respect of superannuation to contribute at the rate of 3% of pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of State Pension contributory) and you are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution. Retirement Age: Retirement age will be determined on previous Public Sector Service (if any) and will be advised on appointment. Former Public Service Employees Eligibility to compete may be affected where applicants were formerly employed by the Irish Public Service and previously availed of an Irish Public Service Scheme including: · Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) · Department of Health and Children Circular (7/2010) · Collective Agreement: Redundancy Payments to Public Servants Applicants should ensure that they are not precluded from re-engagement in the Irish Public Service under the terms of such Schemes. This is a non-exhaustive list, and any queries should be directed to the applicant’s former Irish Public Service Employer in the first instance. Declaration Applicants will be required to declare whether they have previously availed of a public service scheme of incentivised early retirement and/or the collective agreement outlined above. Applicants will also be required to declare any entitlements to a Public Service pension benefit (in payment or preserved) from any other Public Service employment and/or where they have received a payment-in-lieu in respect of service in any Public Service employment. Offer of Apprenticeship Galway City Council shall require persons to whom an apprenticeship is offered to take up such appointment within a period of not more than one month from the date on which the offer is made. If they fail to take up the appointment within such period, or such longer period as the Council in its absolute discretion may determine, the Council shall not appoint them. All appointments are subject to receipt of satisfactory references and candidates may be required to produce documentary evidence of qualifications or experience claimed in their applications FORMAT OF THE COMPETITION Applications must be made on the official application forms, and both sections must be completed in full. When completing the application form accuracy is essential. The information you supply in the application form will play a central part of the short-listing process. Galway City Council’s decision to include you on the shortlist of candidates going forward to stage two of the process may be determined based on this information. Where, by reason of the number of persons seeking admission to the competition and the standard of knowledge, training or experience in general of such persons, Galway City Council consider that it would be reasonable not to admit all the persons to the competition, Galway City Council may admit to the competition only persons who appear likely to them to attain in the competition a standard sufficient for selection and recommendation for appointment. The admission of a person to a competition, or invitation to attend an interview, is not to be taken as implying that Galway City Council are satisfied that such person fulfils the requirements of the Regulations or is not disqualified by law from holding the position and does not carry a guarantee that your application will receive further consideration. It is important therefore, for you to note the onus is on you to ensure that you meet the eligibility requirements for the competition before attending for interview. If you do not meet these essential entry requirements but nevertheless attend for interview you will be putting yourself to unnecessary expense, as Galway City Council will not be responsible for refunding any expenses incurred. The competition may consist of a two-stage process: 1. Short-listing (Desktop and/or Interview) 2. Competitive interview Galway City Council may at their discretion require candidates to attend a preliminary interview in which case admission to the competitive interview would be conditional on candidates reaching such a standard as Galway City Council considered appropriate in the preliminary interview. Interviews shall be conducted by Board(s) set up by Galway City Council. The Board(s) will assess the merits of candidates (except insofar as they are assessed otherwise) in respect of matters referred to in the prescribed Qualifications and any other relevant matters. Before being recommended for appointment candidates shall satisfy Galway City Council that they possess the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and where administrative experience is a requirement, that the candidate possess experience at an appropriate level) for the proper discharge of the duties of the position. Galway City Council may, at their discretion, select and recommend another person(s) for appointment on the results of this competition if the person recommended for appointment does not accept the appointment or, having accepted it, relinquishes it or if an additional vacancy arises. The onus is on all applicants to make themselves available for the obligatory test(s) on the date(s) specified by Galway City Council and to make whatever arrangements are necessary to ensure that they receive communications sent to them at the address specified on their application form. Galway City Council reserves the right to conduct interviews (Shortlisting and/or Final Interviews) through a virtual platform i.e. Microsoft Teams. Galway City Council will not be responsible for any expense, including travelling expenses, candidates may occur in connection with their candidature. Closing Date: The completed application form must be posted/delivered so as to reach the Human Resources Department, Galway City Council, City Hall, College Road, Galway, not later than 2.00pm Thursday 4 December 2025. Claims that any application form or letter relating to it has been lost or delayed in the post will not be considered unless a Post Office Certificate of posting is produced in support of such claims. The responsibility to make contact with An Post regarding any delays rests with the applicant. Deeming of Candidates to be Withdrawn: Candidates who do not attend for interview or other test when and where required by Galway City Council, or who do not, when requested, furnish such evidence as Galway City Council require in regard to any matter relevant to their candidature, will have no further claim to consideration. Appeals: Galway City Council will consider appeals in relation to eligibility and shortlisting decisions. Such appeals must be made by candidates in writing within 5 working days of notification of the relevant decision. On receipt of appeal, the selection decisions will be re-visited, and the candidate will be informed of the outcome of this review. Data Protection Acts 2014 and General Data Protection Regulation: When your application form is received, we create a computer record in your name, which contains much of the personal information you have supplied. Should your name come under consideration for a post, a manual file will then be created. The personal records are used solely in processing your candidature. Such information held on computer is subject to the rights and obligations set out in the General Data Protection Regulations. Sharing Information: Outside of the relevant recruitment team, the information provided in your application form (i.e. Section 1 & Section 2) will only be shared for progressing the competition for which you have applied for, with a designated short‐listing and/or interview board. Confidentiality: Subject to the provisions of the F reedom of I nformation A ct, 2014; applications will be treated in strict confidence.
Laundry Assistant
Windmill Healthcare is looking for a reliable part time Laundry Assistant for Clarinbridge Care Centre, Craughwell, Co. Galway Our Laundry Assistants will work as a member of our team, delivering and ensuring the highest levels of care to our Residents. This role will report directly to the Director of Nursing. Duties & Responsibilities will include but are not limited to: Laundry Assistant: • Arrange the resident’s laundry into relevant groups, preparing soiled clothing and linen for laundry for processing through the washer, drier and iron. • Liaise and coordinate with external laundry personnel if any linen is laundered externally. • Folding and storage of clothing and linen. • Ensure the highest quality standard is achieved in relation to stain removal, cleanliness, and dryness. • Ensure statutory Health, Safety & Fire, and Infection Control standards in the laundry area are adhered to and carry out duties in line with health and safety procedures at all times. Education & Qualifications:
Consultant Anaestheiologist
Requirment to hold Specialty Registration on Medical Council Register is essential. This post is for 6 months initially 32 hours - Portiuncula University Hospital 5 Hours - Roscommon University Hospital Brief Description of existing service/specialty The Department of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care at Portiuncula University Hospital (PUH) currently has 6 post holders. These post holders provide 24/7 cover to the PUH site. The person appointed will be required to participate in the Anaesthesiology 1:6 on-call rota at Portiuncula University Hospital. The PUH site provides elective surgical procedures (with an emphasis on day surgery) to multiple specialties. These include general surgery, gynaecology, urology, paediatric urology, maxillofacial surgery &paediatric dentistry. Two of the six Consultant Anaesthesiologists also provide day care theatre services at Roscommon University Hospital (RUH). One Consultant Anaesthesiologist is attached to UHG where he provides theatre and education services. PUH provides maternity services to the region of East Galway, Athlone, West Offaly and Roscommon. Approximately, 1,600 deliveries of infants per year take place in the maternity unit. The Anaesthesiology Department provides support in relation to analgesia (epidural), anaesthesia for caesarean sections and intensive care/inter-hospital transfer services for critically ill maternity patients. PUH is an integral part of the Women’s and Children’s Directorate Saolta group with several obstetric posts shared with UHG Maternity Unit. The Intensive Care Unit provides support for medical, surgical, paediatric and obstetric patients. There are 5 ICU (ventilated) beds, 2 HDU beds and 1 coronary care bed. There are strong links with UHG intensive care as part of the National Critical Care Programme. Currently PUH provides chronic pain services on week days. The post will be based 32 hours per week in PUH and 5 hours per week in RUH
Support Worker
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES –WEST REGION POST: LOCUM RELIEF SUPPORT WORKER GALWAY CITY AND COUNTY JOB REF: 89340 Location: Staff allocation could be either within Centre based residential/day centres, or in the Community as Service needs require. The Role: Support Workers provide a key-working caring role for a group of People Supported by the Services. This role comprises two main elements. Firstly, the Support Worker is responsible for all aspects of personal care required during the day. This includes meals, personal hygiene and other related aspects of physical well-being. Secondly, a major focus of the Support Worker role is to assist and support People Supported by the Services with development on Individual Plan’s and achievement of associated outcomes. In addition, a critical component of this role is to support People Supported by the Services in community participation and integration. Reporting/Responsible To: Staff Nurse in charge/Team Leader/Team Manager/Service Coordinator. Qualifications: Candidates must have a good general education. A recognised qualification in the field of intellectual disability or a FETAC level 5 course is an advantage. A full, clean, manual Irish Driving Licence is desirable. A commitment to obtaining a full licence within nine months of commencement is required as it is essential that the appointee can drive the transport that is assigned to the Service. Due to the nature and location of services, many service areas require applicants to hold a full, clean, manual Irish Driving Licence. Applicants who do not hold a full, clean, manual Irish Driving Licence may not be eligible for work in certain service areas. It may also be necessary for the appointee to obtain a Class D1 Driving Licence (if not already in possession of one). Assistance will be given towards this purpose of obtaining a class D1 licence. It may be necessary for the appointee to obtain a Class D1 Driving Licence (if not already in possession of one). Assistance will be given towards this purpose of obtaining a class D1 licence. Experience: Experience working with individuals with an intellectual disability and individuals with challenging behaviour is desirable. Full training will be provided. Skills: Candidates must be able to demonstrate flexibility, communication and team-working skills, together with an enthusiasm for the post. Working Hours: Up to 39 hours per week based on a 7 day/night duty roster. Successful candidates will be called if and when required and will be required to work early mornings, late evenings, weekends, public holidays, night duty, sleep-ins and irregular in order to meet service demands. Annual Leave: 22 days pro rata per annum, i.e. 8.46 hours per 100 hours worked. Remuneration: (HSE Pay Scales 01/08/2025) € 34,036 x 11 increments - € 46, 652 (Max) pro rata per annum. Long Service Increment (LSI) €47,454 pro rata per annum is payable after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. Additional payments will be made for weekends, public holidays and night duty when worked. Additional payments will be made for weekends, public holidays and night duty when worked. Salary quoted is based on a 39 hour working week. The successful candidate will be granted incremental credit subject to satisfactory verification of previous public sector service. Tenure: It is proposed to set up a locum panel of Support Workers who will be called if and when required to cover for staff on various leave within the Services. Full Job Description attached For informal enquires please contact the HR department on 091-721444 The Brothers of Charity Services West Region is an equal opportunities employer.
Cabin Crew
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Dispensing Optician
Specsavers in Knocknacarra are looking for an experienced or newly qualified Dispensing Optician to join them. The focus at this store, is about pulling together and working as a team to ensure that our valued patients have an excellent experience. Become our new Dispensing Optician at Specsavers in Knocknacarra - a Brand New store looking to build a great reputation for staff progression and the very highest standards of customer care. What’s on Offer? We’re fully equipped with 3 test rooms, the latest clinical technology (including OCT), and a team of 25 – which includes fully trained optical assistants, so everything is in place to let you focus on what you do best. What we’re looking for Alongside being a qualified and CORU registered DOO, the right person for this position will be confident, possess a strong worth ethic and a willingness to succeed. You’ll be passionate about your job and enjoy a fast-paced environment. We are looking for a Dispensing Optician who will go the extra mile for our customers and someone who encourages their colleagues to do the same. In summary, we’re looking for a high calibre resident DO to join us and assist in driving this excellent practice forward. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Trainee Optical Assistant
So, you’re a proactive people person, passionate about retail and offering the best customer service? Sounds like you’d be a great fit here. So, if you’ve ever considered a career in optics, this Trainee Optical Assistant role could be perfect for you. As a Trainee Optical Assistant, you don’t need to have previous experience, you just need to be prepared to create an outstanding store environment for both our customers and our team, making sure every patient receives the best care in our stores. We aren’t looking for people with years of experience and heaps of qualifications, just passionate, hard-workers ready to confidently welcome and help customers as they walk through our doors. And once you’ve found your feet as a Trainee Optical Assistant, you don’t just have to stop there. We have plenty of professional training and development in other business areas, as well as the support of experienced Opticians and Technicians supporting you on your journey. So, whatever you want your career to look like, you can bring it to life at Specsavers. Our store Specsavers Tuam is a community driven store that actively participates with charities and community initiatives alike. What’s on Offer? As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Clinical Nurse Manager
Please download and submit application form for this exciting role through the Rezoomo website (Using Google Chrome) ***CV's not accepted for this campaign*** Application Form Only For Eligibility Criteria and further information on this post, please view the attached job specification below. Grade Code: 233X County: Galway Hse Area: HSE West and North West Region Staff Category: Nursing & Midwifery Contract Type: Specified Purpose, Whole time Internal/External: External Proposed Interview Dates: Interviews will be held as soon as possible after closing date. Candidates will normally be given at least one weeks' notice of interview. The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances. Informal Enquiries: Name: Orla Nolan Job Title: Assistant Director of Nursing, Portiuncula University Hospital Telephone: 0909625150 Email: orla.nolan3@hse.ie Closing Date: 10.00am Tuesday 9th of December 2025 Location of Post: Portiuncula University Hospital, Ballinasloe, West and North West Health Region. There is currently one specified purpose whole-time post available for temporary assignment. The successful candidate may be required to work in any service area within the vicinity as the need arises. A panel may be formed for Clinical Nurse Manager 3, Emergency Department & Acute Medical Assessment Unit, Portiuncula University Hospital, Galway, from which current and future permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full time or part time duration may be filled. Purpose of the Post: To provide professional / clinical leadership in the Emergency Department (Adult and Paediatrics’) and Acute Medical Assessment Unit. To oversee the management of resources including staffing and staff development. To facilitate communication across the healthcare teams. Please ensure you read the instructions for the completion of this Application Form and complete all areas, in full. Failure to complete all areas of the Application Form will result in you not being brought forward to the interview stage of the selection process. Attachments See below
Crew Member
Overview McDonald's are one of the most recognize brands in the world, and the backbone of our brand is commitment to a set of core values: Serve, Inclusion, Integrity, Community and Family. We live by our values every day and are committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace, providing quality jobs, and making opportunity open to all. Join us and you'll become part of a team, that works together to provide the best customer experience. If you've visited one of our restaurants before, you’ve probably got some idea of what's involved in working here. But you might not realise the variety and scope of the role. We want every McDonald's customer to have a brilliant experience, every time they visit. That means hot food in a clean and friendly restaurant. As a Crew Member, you'll make it happen, whether you're preparing food, serving on the till or being out in the dining areas looking after our customers' needs. You will consistently deliver the highest standards of quality, service and cleanliness in the restaurant. Provide friendly, fast and accurate service. Complete tasks and activities in line with training, company guidelines and management direction. Follow all workplace safety, security and food hygiene procedures. Treat all customers and colleagues with courtesy and respect working as a supportive team member. Friendly, welcoming, courteous and helpful behavior will come naturally to you and you’ll work well as part of a team. Effective communication skills such as attentive listening, face-to-face verbal communication and eye contact are a must. The ability to maintain high energy levels whilst working both efficiently and productively is essential. Quite simply, you'll be working in our fast moving, high energy environment and we’re looking for a genuine smile, enthusiasm, energy, plus an ability to connect with customers and make them feel valued. Benefits package includes: Holiday pay, Service Awards, Meal allowance, Employee discounts from top high street and online brands and much more.... CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Office Administrator – Clerical Officer
Summary: Water Safety Ireland, (WSI), is currently seeking an organised individual with strong attention to detail to join the finance and office team. This role supports WSI’s mission to promote water safety by assisting in the management of the physical office and assets. While reporting to the Senior Office Administrator, the Clerical Officer (“CO”) will also be called upon to administer projects, and assist other team members and Council members from time to time. This role requires the CO to work independently and proactively, demonstrating initiative, ownership and commitment to seeing tasks through to completion. Grade: Clerical Officer Starting Salary: The annual salary scale for this position is as follows: CLERICAL OFFICER STANDARD SCALE - PPC €31,105 €32,845 €33,288 €34,150 €35,423 €36,694 €37,964 €38,889 €39,939 €41,156 €42,013 €43,219 €44,417 €46,286 €47,755¹ €48,429² ¹After 3 years satisfactory service at the maximum ²After 6 years satisfactory service at the maximum Please Note: Entry will be at the minimum of the scale and increments may be awarded subject to satisfactory performance and to changes in the terms and conditions relating to salary increments in the Civil/Public Service generally. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. PPC (Personal Pension Contribution) Scale (for officers who are existing civil or public servants appointed on or after 6 April 1995 or who are new entrants to the civil or public service and who are making a compulsory personal pension contribution). Pension: Public Service Pension Scheme Employing Authority: Water Safety Ireland Office Location: Water Safety Ireland, The Long Walk, Galway City, Galway, H91F602 Working Hours: 35 hours per week Blended / Agile / Remote Working: Blended: While based in Galway, this is a hybrid role that also involves some travel. Please note that WSI has a Hybrid Working Policy that allows you to apply to work from home up to three days and in the office for a minimum of 2 days a week. Training will be in the office for the first week, and then as required. Annual Leave: 22 days. This allowance is subject to the usual conditions regarding the granting of annual leave, is based on a five-day week and is exclusive of the usual public holidays. Tenure: This is a permanent role. The first year will serve as a probationary period, during which the appointee’s performance and suitability for the role will be formally assessed. If, during this time, it becomes evident that the role is not a good fit, the contract may be concluded early. At the end of the probationary period, and subject to satisfactory performance, the role may be transitioned to one of indefinite duration. Other Benefits: · Professional development and supported learning opportunities · Employee wellbeing initiatives · Team development events 1. Background Water Safety Ireland (WSI) is the statutory, voluntary body and registered charity established to promote water safety and reduce drownings in Ireland. We are celebrating 80 years of service in 2025. Our most recent statutory instrument, which establishes the current organizational structure, can be found here: https://www.irishstatutebook.ie/eli/2019/si/56/made/en/print . Water Safety Ireland is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Office Administrator to join our team in the Head Office in Galway. As the Office Administrator, you will play a pivotal role in achieving WSI’s mission to promote water safety by providing crucial administrative support to ensure daily operations run smoothly. This role will report to the Senior Office Administrator. 2. Water Safety Ireland 2.1 Mission, Vision, Values Our focus is on public awareness and education. Tragically, an average of 116 people still drown in Ireland every year. We strive to reduce these fatalities by changing attitudes and behaviours so that our aquatic environments can be enjoyed by all with confidence and safety. We are striving to change attitudes using three key areas of focus: Education, Promotion and Partnerships. Our vision is: “A water loving people where safety is second nature” The values of Water Safety Ireland reflect those of public service in Ireland, underpinned by our mission. · We uphold the highest standards of honesty, ethics, and integrity; we are impartial in the performance of our duties and maintain high standards of service in all our dealings with the public. · We take initiative and ownership of our projects and actions. · We appreciate the value of teamwork; we appreciate that we are being depended on and that we can depend on our colleagues. · We consistently strive to perform at a high level; we are personally accountable to delivering on our commitments, even when no one is watching. · We have respect for all people; we give due regard to the beliefs of our colleagues. · We work together in a spirit of cooperation, understanding and mutual respect. 2.2 Objectives The 2023-2027 Strategic Development Plan can be found here: https://watersafety.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/WSI-Strategic-Development-Plan-2023-2027.pdf 2.3 Stakeholders Water Safety Ireland falls under the aegis of the Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht (“DRCDG”) and all of our actions are on behalf of the Minister of the DRCDG. Primary Stakeholders are: · Paid staff: Including this role, by the end of 2025, WSI will have 22 paid staff in total. · Council: The Water Safety Ireland Council is the non-executive board of directors for the organisation. This 13-member board is appointed by the Minister of the DRCDG and oversees the execution of the strategic development plan. · Water Safety Area Committees: Ireland has been sectioned into thirty Water Safety Area Committees, generally aligned with county boundaries. In addition, separate committees have been established within the Defence Forces and An Garda Síochána. Each Water Safety Area Committee works with local aquatic facilities, relevant local authorities, and a variety of stakeholders to promote and implement water safety activities within their area. · Our Members: Water Safety Ireland members deliver vital training in swimming, lifesaving, basic life support, and rescue skills, while also promoting water safety awareness within local communities. 3. Principal Duties (Please note this list is not exhaustive nor restrictive) · Database Administration: maintenance of multiple databases with a focus on data integrity, including data entry and systematic cleanup of inaccurate or duplicate records · Ownership of Course Registration process · Administration of Franchisee membership process · General Administration, to include, but not limited to, liaising with external stakeholders to ensure certificates, orders and membership requests are fulfilled in a timely manner · Support the Garda Vetting Liaison team with Garda Vetting applications on an ad hoc basis · Monitor WSI’s public phone number during business hours and ensure queries are dealt with promptly, directing queries to relevant parties where required Garda Vetting and References The successful candidate may be subject to Garda Vetting Procedures in line with the provisions of the National Vetting Bureau (Children & Vulnerable Persons) Act 2012 to 2016 as appropriate in advance of appointment. The appointment of any successful candidate will be subject to receipt of references which are satisfactory. Please also refer to the Clerical Officer Competencies in Appendix 1 of this booklet 5. Eligibility to compete and certain restrictions on eligibility 5.1 Eligible Candidates must be: i. A citizen of the European Economic Area. The EEA (European Economic Area) consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway; or ii. A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or iii. A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU (European Union) and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or iv. A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or v. A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015, or any family member entitled to remain in the State because of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa; or vi. 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 Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. To qualify candidates must meet one of the citizenship criteria above by the date of any job offer. Candidates who are not citizens of the aforementioned countries must have the necessary permissions to work in Ireland. 5.2 Collective Agreement: Redundancy Payments to Public Servants The Department of Public Expenditure and Reform letter dated 28th June 2012 to Personnel Officers introduced, with effect from 1st June 2012, a Collective Agreement which had been reached between the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform and the Public Services Committee of the ICTU in relation to ex-gratia Redundancy Payments to Public Servants. It is a condition of the Collective Agreement that persons availing of the agreement will not be eligible for re-employment in the Public Service by any Public Service body (as defined by the Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Acts 2009 – 2011) for a period of 2 years from termination of the employment. People who availed of this scheme and who may be successful in this competition will have to prove their eligibility (expiry of period of non-eligibility) and the Minister’s consent will have to be secured prior to employment by any Public Service body. 5.3 Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) It is a condition of the Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) as set out in Department of Finance Circular 12/09 that retirees under that Scheme are not eligible to apply for another position in the same employment or the same sector. Therefore, such retirees may not apply for this position. 5.4 Department of Education and Skills Early Retirement Scheme for Teachers Circular It is a condition of the Early Retirement Scheme that with the exception of the situations set out in paragraphs 10.2 and 10.3 of the relevant circular documentation, and with those exceptions only, if a teacher accepts early retirement under Strands 1, 2 or 3 of this scheme and is subsequently employed in any capacity in any area of the public sector, payment of pension to that person under the scheme will immediately cease. Pension payments will, however, be resumed on the ceasing of such employment or on the person's 60th birthday, whichever is the later, but on resumption, the pension will be based on the person's actual reckonable service as a teacher (i.e., the added years previously granted will not be considered in the calculation of the pension payment). 5.5 Department of Health and Children Circular (7/2010) The Department of Health Circular 7/2010 dated 1st November 2010 introduced a Targeted Voluntary Early Retirement (VER) Scheme and Voluntary Redundancy Schemes (VRS). It is a condition of the VER scheme that persons availing of the scheme will not be eligible for re- employment in the public health sector or in the wider Public Service or in a body wholly or mainly funded from public moneys. The same prohibition on re-employment applies under the VRS, except that the prohibition is for a period of 7 years. People who availed of either of these schemes are not eligible to compete in this competition. 5.6 Department of Environment, Community & Local Government The Department of Environment, Community & Local Government Circular Letter LG(P) 06/2013 introduced a Voluntary Redundancy Scheme for Local Authorities. In accordance with the terms of the Collective Agreement: Redundancy Payments to Public Servants dated 28 June 2012 as detailed above, it is a specific condition of that VER Scheme that persons will not be eligible for re-employment in any Public Service body [as defined by the Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Acts 2009 – 2011 and the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012] for a period of 2 years from their date of departure under this Scheme. These conditions also apply in the case of engagement/employment on a contract for service basis (either as a contractor or as an employee of a contractor). 5.7 Declaration Applicants will be required to declare whether they have previously availed of a Public Service scheme of incentivised early retirement. Applicants will also be required to declare any entitlements to a Public Service pension benefit (in payment or preserved) from any other Public Service employment and/or where they have received a payment-in-lieu in respect of service in any Public Service employment. It is the responsibility of former public or civil servant candidates to ensure their eligibility to apply. Potential candidates who participated in a voluntary severance/redundancy or early retirement programs, received a redundancy payment or are in receipt of a public sector pension, should familiarise themselves with their individual conditions pertaining to public sector re-employment and declare same if applying. 6 Principal Conditions of Service 6.1 Salary Entry will be at the minimum of the scale and increments may be awarded subject to satisfactory performance and to changes in the terms and conditions relating to salary increments in the Civil/Public Service generally. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. PPC (Personal Pension Contribution) Scale (for officers who are existing civil or public servants appointed on or after 6 April 1995 or who are new entrants to the civil or public service and who are making a compulsory personal pension contribution). The annual salary scale for this position is as follows: CLERICAL OFFICER STANDARD SCALE - PPC €31,105 €32,845 €33,288 €34,150 €35,423 €36,694 €37,964 €38,889 €39,939 €41,156 €42,013 €43,219 €44,417 €46,286 €47,755¹ €48,429² ¹After 3 years satisfactory service at the maximum ²After 6 years satisfactory service at the maximum A different rate will apply where the appointee is a civil or public servant recruited before 6 April 1995 and who is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution. Other pay and conditions may apply if, immediately prior to appointment, the appointee is a serving civil or public servant. Important Note Entry will be at the minimum of the scale and the rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation and may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Different terms and conditions may apply if you are a currently serving civil or public servant. Subject to satisfactory performance, increments may be payable in line with the current Government Policy. Successful candidates will agree to repay any overpayment of salary, allowances, or expenses in accordance with Circular 07/2018: Recovery of Salary, Allowances, and Expenses Overpayments made to Staff Members/Former Staff Members/Pensioners. 6.2 Annual Leave The annual leave allowance for the position of Clerical Officer is 22 days. This allowance is subject to the usual conditions regarding the granting of annual leave in the Civil or Public Service, is based on a five-day week and is exclusive of the usual public holidays. 6.3 Hours of Attendance Hours of attendance will be fixed from time to time but will amount to not less than 35 hours net per week. The successful candidate will be required to work such additional hours from time to time as may be reasonable and necessary for the proper performance of their duties, subject to the limits set in the working time regulations. Should additional hours be required, time in lieu procedures will apply. 6.4 Place of Work The Galway office will be your designated place of work. You may be asked to travel to another location from time to time to meet the needs of the organisation and the head office itself could relocate during the contract to facilitate business needs. When absent from home and office on duty, appropriate travelling expenses and subsistence allowances will be paid subject to the normal Civil or Public Service regulations. 6.5 Tenure and Position The position of Office Administrator - Clerical Officer Level is a role of indefinite duration, subject to a probationary period. The first year will serve as a probationary period, during which the appointee’s performance and suitability for the role will be formally assessed. If, during this time, it becomes evident that the role is not a good fit, the contract may be concluded early. Upon successful completion of this probation period, the appointee will continue under the terms of the remaining contract. The probationary period will be for a period of 12 months. Notwithstanding this paragraph and the paragraph immediately following below, this will not preclude an extension of the probationary period in appropriate circumstances. During your probationary period, your performance will be subject to review by your supervisor(s) to determine whether you: (i) Have performed in a satisfactory manner, (ii) Have been satisfactory in general conduct, and (iii) Are suitable from the point of view of health with regard to sick leave.
