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The Road Safety Authority is a statutory body created by the Road Safety Authority Act 2006. It is responsible for driver testing, licensing and training, vehicle standards and enforcement of certain Road Transport Regulations, road safety promotion, driver education and road safety research. The RSA is Ireland’s primary road safety organisation. Its mission is to reduce the number of deaths and injuries on Irish roads and make them safer for all users. The Road Safety Authority is recruiting for Transport Officers (Ref: 16/19). These are permanent full time positions. These posts are initially headquartered in Loughrea, Co. Galway, but will include significant work out of the office and travelling throughout Ireland. The successful candidate will work be part of the RSA’s Enforcement team. He or she will take on responsibilities in areas such as roadside checks, premises inspections, investigations and working closely with internal and external stakeholders in meeting business objectives. The successful candidate will conduct and be part of : Roadside Checks Carrying out roadside checks on Irish and out-of-state vehicles at fixed enforcement sites, other roadside locations, coach parks, motorway service areas, or as part of a Garda mobile patrol. Engaging with the Garda Síochána on site to ensure targeting of high-risk operators. Inspecting vehicles and drivers for compliance with elements of road transport operators’ licensing, drivers' hours, tachograph equipment, Road Transport Working Time Directive, and Driver CPC Regulations. Compiling reports, collecting evidence and where necessary issuing prohibition notices. Interviewing drivers / operators with a view to initiating a prosecution, collecting evidence, preparing statements and appearing as a witness in Court. Working closely with other RSA colleagues on all enforcement activities. Premises Checks Carrying out inspections at the premises of transport operators. Inspecting tachograph records and documentation related to the business. Compiling reports, collecting evidence and where necessary issuing direction notices. Conducting formal interviews, preparing statements and appearing as a witness for the prosecution at Court. Preparing full reports and papers for prosecution cases to critical deadlines. Court Proceedings Preparation of case papers and making recommendations on investigations for the instigation of court proceedings. Liaising with prosecuting solicitor with a view to bringing about the best result for prosecutions initiated by the RSA. Attending Court as a witness. Reporting on case outcomes and performance of solicitors. Investigations Conducting desk-based assessment of operator compliance, trends and intelligence. Conducting initial reviews of information, surveillance, building plans for execution of indepth investigations. Following up on complaints/intelligence received in a timely manner. Customer Contact Developing and maintaining good relationships with operators, trade associations, An Garda Síochána, solicitors and other enforcement agencies in Ireland and throughout the EU. Providing education and advice to industry, operators and drivers where necessary. Attending seminars, giving presentations on compliance requirements for operators and drivers. Participating at international meetings from time to time as a representative of the RSA. Continuous Improvement Contributing to continuous improvement of enforcement work practices. Trialling alternative means of enforcement and contributing to the development and testing of new technologies when deemed necessary, providing feedback and suggestions on improvements if any. Acting as on-site co-ordinator to ensure maximum benefit derived from checkpoints, including assessing alternative / parallel routes and liaising with Garda Síochána and enforcement personnel on site to ensure adequate enforcement cover. Other Responsibilities Recording findings of all inspections conducted on the CoVIS centralised computer system swiftly. Complying with RSA policy on Health and Safety. Keeping up to date with procedural and technical developments relating to the job (including relevant legislation and Inspectorate policy). Participating in relevant training in order to develop skills, knowledge and service standards. Participating in the continual improvement of working practices as part of a Total Quality Organisation. Participation in development of enhanced systems and processes. Other duties which may be assigned from time to time. While you may be assigned specific responsibilities, the RSA will operate on the basis of teamwork and flexibility, with all staff being expected to develop broad technical & management competency across all Road and related safety disciplines. The RSA reserves the right to re-assign you to other appropriate duties at its discretion. Deputising may be required for the Senior Transport Officer on occasion. This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him / her from time to time by the CEO and to contribute to the development of the post while in the role. QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE 1. Requirements: On the job training will be provided but candidates must be computer literate, particularly in word processing, spreadsheet and database applications. It will be a distinct advantage if candidates also have a mechanical/technical background with experience working in the compliance or enforcement sectors. Other desirable (but not essential) requirements include: Having an in-depth knowledge of driver’s hours and tachograph regulations. Having practical experience working in an enforcement authority/agency, or in the fields of tachograph installation and calibration or vehicle inspection and repair. Being proficient in speaking one or more European languages in addition to English. 2. Key Personal Attributes for effective performance at this level The person undertaking this role needs a broad range of knowledge, skills and experience, including the following: Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills Proven track record of prioritising tasks, work with schedules and tight deadlines Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability Ability to make decisions and exercise judgement Ability to work alone as well as the ability to achieve optimum results as part of a team and to work effectively with others; Ability to learn quickly and develop new skills; Excellent written skills. A current full clean driving licence and use of a car in order to carry out the relevant tasks associated with this position Excellent IT skills Self-starter, proactive Key competencies include : o Interpersonal and Communication Skills o Analysis and Decision making o Delivery of results o Drive and Commitment o Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self Development: PAY & WORKING CONDITIONS Salary Scale: Based on a 43.25 hours per week gross or 37 hours net, successful candidates will be paid on the Executive Officer scale. This role is equivalent to Executive Officer grade with the payment of atypical allowance. Payment of an atypical allowance, the details of which are provided as addendum to this description is also applicable. This allowance is paid to officers on expectation that they will be working additional and unsocial hours. Executive Officer PPC 30127, 31877, 33028, 34965, 36702, 38380, 40053, 41691, 43346, 44954, 46614 Max 47712 LSI1 49274 LSI2 50834 Location: This post is initially headquartered in Loughrea, Co. Galway, but does include significant work out of the office and travelling throughout Ireland. The opportunity may present to work out of other RSA locations, and this will be as part of an overall consensus depending on business need. Annual Leave: The annual leave for this position is 23 working days a year, rising to 24 after 5 years’ service and to 25 after ten years’ service This leave is on the basis of a five-day week and is exclusive of the usual public holidays. General: Salary is paid fortnightly; the Authority operates a contributory pension scheme. The position of Transport Officer involves frequent domestic travel, which may be required at short notice. Expenses: The Authority does not pay expenses for the purpose of attending for interview or taking up employment. Medical: A candidate who is not already in permanent employment of the Authority will be required, prior to appointment, to pass a medical examination by a doctor nominated by the Authority. The Authority bears the cost of this examination
30+ days agoDeli Supervisor
SPAR Kilronan, Inis Mor, Aran Islands , Co Galway are recruiting a Deli Supervisor to join their fantastic team. SUPERVISORY
30+ days agoRetail Betting Assistant
Role Title: Retail Betting Assistant (Minimum 8 Hour Contract) Team: Retail Operations Department: Irish Retail Reporting Relationship: Shop Manager Location: Ireland Who They Are: We lead the market through innovation, offer best-in-class and personalised gambling experiences, provide entertainment and a safe responsible gambling experience. Our Retail Betting Assistants are at the core to making this happen. They are the first point of contact with our customers; responsible for meeting, greeting and providing them with the “best in-class and personalised” customer service. They will be on hand to help by answering questions, demonstrating product knowledge and taking bets. What do they do: Our Retail Betting Assistants … If you think you have the skills and behaviours required for this role, then apply for a job today with us! Equal Opportunities Employer & Supports Workforce Diversity Paddy Power Betfair plc is an international sports betting and gaming operator, with a market-leading presence in the UK, Ireland, Australia and the USA, as well as a range of operations across Europe including Romania, Portugal and Malta. We operate five sports betting and gaming brands; Paddy Power, Betfair, Sportsbet, FanDuel and TVG. We are online-led, mobile-led and sports-led: and our proprietary technology, unique products and innovative marketing all combine to offer a superb experience to our five million customers worldwide. Our spirit, talent and ambition has taken us into the FTSE 100 index of the London Stock Exchange and we now employ over 7,000 people in sixteen locations across the globe; from Dublin to Los Angeles, and London to Melbourne. Our culture rewards innovation, teamwork and we like to stay fast-moving in a dynamic industry.
30+ days agoIntermediate Care Operative Supplementary Recruitment Campaign
Application details/procedure: http://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/Jobs/Job_Search/Patient_and_Client_Care/ Closing date: 16.09.2019 Please note that this advertisement is being hosted by the Public Appointments Service on publicjobs.ie. The Public Appointments Service has no involvement in, or responsibility for, the recruitment and selection process or the terms and conditions which relate to this post.
30+ days agoRetail Betting Assistant
Role Title: Retail Betting Assistant (Minimum 24 Hour Contract) Team: Retail Operations Department: Irish Retail Reporting Relationship: Shop Manager Location: Athenry, Co. Galway, Ireland. Who They Are: We lead the market through innovation, offer best-in-class and personalised gambling experiences, provide entertainment and a safe responsible gambling experience. Our Retail Betting Assistants are at the core to making this happen. They are the first point of contact with our customers; responsible for meeting, greeting and providing them with the “best in-class and personalised” customer service. They will be on hand to help by answering questions, demonstrating product knowledge and taking bets. What do they do: Our Retail Betting Assistants … If you think you have the skills and behaviours required for this role, then apply for a job today with us! Equal Opportunities Employer & Supports Workforce Diversity Paddy Power Betfair plc is an international sports betting and gaming operator, with a market-leading presence in the UK, Ireland, Australia and the USA, as well as a range of operations across Europe including Romania, Portugal and Malta. We operate five sports betting and gaming brands; Paddy Power, Betfair, Sportsbet, FanDuel and TVG. We are online-led, mobile-led and sports-led: and our proprietary technology, unique products and innovative marketing all combine to offer a superb experience to our five million customers worldwide. Our spirit, talent and ambition has taken us into the FTSE 100 index of the London Stock Exchange and we now employ over 7,000 people in sixteen locations across the globe; from Dublin to Los Angeles, and London to Melbourne. Our culture rewards innovation, teamwork and we like to stay fast-moving in a dynamic industry.
30+ days agoExecutive Technician
Application details/procedure: https://www.galwaycity.ie/news/1360/59/Staff-Vacancy-Executive-Technician/d,News%20Detail Closing date: 29.08.2019 Please note that this advertisement is being hosted by the Public Appointments Service on publicjobs.ie. The Public Appointments Service has no involvement in, or responsibility for, the recruitment and selection process or the terms and conditions which relate to this post.
30+ days agoExecutive Planner
Application details/procedure: https://www.galwaycity.ie/news/1363/59/Staff-Vacancy-Executive-Planner-Contract-Post/d,News%20Detail Closing date: 29.08.2019 Please note that this advertisement is being hosted by the Public Appointments Service on publicjobs.ie. The Public Appointments Service has no involvement in, or responsibility for, the recruitment and selection process or the terms and conditions which relate to this post.
30+ days agoClerk Of Works
Application details/procedure: https://www.galwaycity.ie/news/1362/59/Staff-Vacancy-Clerk-of-Works-Housing/d,News%20Detail Closing date: 29.08.2019 Please note that this advertisement is being hosted by the Public Appointments Service on publicjobs.ie. The Public Appointments Service has no involvement in, or responsibility for, the recruitment and selection process or the terms and conditions which relate to this post.
30+ days agoLecturer Below The Bar
Application details/procedure: http://www.nuigalway.ie/about-us/jobs/ Closing date: 30.08.2019 Please note that this advertisement is being hosted by the Public Appointments Service on publicjobs.ie. The Public Appointments Service has no involvement in, or responsibility for, the recruitment and selection process or the terms and conditions which relate to this post.
30+ days agoLecturer Above The Bar
Application details/procedure: http://www.nuigalway.ie/about-us/jobs/ Closing date: 13.09.2019 Please note that this advertisement is being hosted by the Public Appointments Service on publicjobs.ie. The Public Appointments Service has no involvement in, or responsibility for, the recruitment and selection process or the terms and conditions which relate to this post.
30+ days ago