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Main purpose of the role: Ensure the store operates efficiently and effectively and provide our customers with the very best customer service and fresh food offering at all times in a clean, safe environment. To deliver on key store targets (sales and profitability) through effective management of people and operations. The ideal candidate will have/be: Minimum 2 years€,, experience in a management position; Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word); Experience balancing cash/tills; Excellent communication skills; Good delegation skills; Highly driven with a strong work ethic; An understanding of how to achieve KPIs and targets; Commerciality and brand awareness; Passion for grocery retail; Thrive in a fast-paced working environment. Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative; Set, monitor and achieve sales targets with the team on gross profit margin, net margin, waste and other KPIs as agreed with Store Manager; Implement planograms correctly and ensure the correct range is in place in store; Merchandise and present the store to the highest standard; Approachable and a role model who leads by example and encourages teamwork and fosters a positive attitude and atmosphere in the workplace; Ability to develop and promote good communication between employees and management in a safe, respectful and inclusive environment; Support Store Manager in the development and training of the team and in ensuring the smooth running of the store; Manage employee performance, giving regular feedback, recognition and encouragement; Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy; Understand achieving margins in all departments; Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working;
Design Engineer
We are Uisce Éireann. Every day, we are responsible for the delivery of secure, safe, and sustainable water services for the people of Ireland. As Ireland’s national regulated water utility, our vision is a sustainable Ireland where water is respected and protected, for the planet and all the lives it supports. Our purpose at Uisce Éireann is to rise to the challenge of delivering transformative water services that enable communities to thrive. That means we are proud to take on the responsibility of protecting our water supply and passing on a safe and secure water system to a rapidly growing population and empowering Ireland’s social and economic growth. We are passionate about empowering our people, enabling them to make a positive impact on communities across Ireland. We are guided by a shared vision and purpose, grounded in values that define who we are and shape how we work, where we deliver for customers and communities, we work better together, we do the right thing, we aim high, and we keep each other safe. Our behaviours define how we interact, communicate, and succeed together. These values and behaviours apply to each one of us, across every role, location, and level. Our goal is to attract and develop skilled and talented people from diverse backgrounds, who bring a dynamic range of expertise and insights to our work. With a strong, values-driven workforce, we ensure Uisce Éireann can continue advancing Ireland’s water services and meeting the needs of the communities we serve for generations to come. The Role: Customer Operations develop, deliver and support excellent customer experience and service to both domestic and non-domestic customers within a regulated industry. Customer Operations is responsible for managing the customer relationship with the Customer Contact Centre, ensuring timely and accurate customer billing services and effectively implementing the Uisce Éireann customer strategy. Connections and Developer Services (CDS) are responsible for the customer engagement and stakeholder relationship management of all connections to the Uisce Éireann network. The CDS team manage the customer journey from development concept design, statutory planning process, pre-connection, technical design, site quality assurance, vesting of new asset and final connection and metering, including developing commercial/technical customer agreements, and managing customer funding in adherence to all technical standards, connection charging policy and governance requirements. CDS are responsible for delivering a highly effective customer service, including reviewing, and implementing solutions to meet changing customer needs. Collaboration with several key business partners is essential for the successful delivery of connections on behalf of the customer. Reporting into the Senior Design Engineer, The Design Engineer will be responsible for assessment of pre-connection enquiries, the design vetting of new connection technical solutions, ensuring compliance with the Connection and Developer Services technical requirements and the development of Connection Offers. The Design Engineer’s responsibilities will include preliminary design of connections, estimating and creating non-standard Connections quotes and ensuring that connection proposals are aligned with the Uisce Éireann Connection and Developer Services design policies and technical standards. The Design Engineer will also provide support to the delivery of connections-related network reinforcement schemes driven by connections demand and in the delivery of network diversions. Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Water Network Maintenance & Repair Team Lead
We are Uisce Éireann. Every day, we are responsible for the delivery of secure, safe, and sustainable water services for the people of Ireland. As Ireland’s national regulated water utility, our vision is a sustainable Ireland where water is respected and protected, for the planet and all the lives it supports. Our purpose at Uisce Éireann is to rise to the challenge of delivering transformative water services that enable communities to thrive. That means we are proud to take on the responsibility of protecting our water supply and passing on a safe and secure water system to a rapidly growing population and empowering Ireland’s social and economic growth. We are passionate about empowering our people, enabling them to make a positive impact on communities across Ireland. We are guided by a shared vision and purpose, grounded in values that define who we are and shape how we work, where we deliver for customers and communities, we work better together, we do the right thing, we aim high, and we keep each other safe. Our behaviours define how we interact, communicate, and succeed together. These values and behaviours apply to each one of us, across every role, location, and level. Our goal is to attract and develop skilled and talented people from diverse backgrounds, who bring a dynamic range of expertise and insights to our work. With a strong, values-driven workforce, we ensure Uisce Éireann can continue advancing Ireland’s water services and meeting the needs of the communities we serve for generations to come. The Role: The Asset Operations function forms the cornerstone of service delivery to customers, protecting the environment and meeting regulatory standards as well as managing the majority of operational expenditure. The Asset Operations function has responsibility for operational and maintenance strategy, policies, planning and standard operating procedures for Water and Wastewater operations both nationally and regionally, ensuring that value for money and customer service is delivered. The O&M team is responsible for the national delivery of water and wastewater operational services through the operation, inspection, maintenance & repair of the water and wastewater treatment and network assets. The Regional O&M Team has a regional remit and is responsible for the regional operational management of water or wastewater treatment and network assets and the associated delivery of water/wastewater services through operational, maintenance and repair activities, while managing health and safety. The team is also responsible for the implementation of the regional operations, maintenance and repair plan that forms part of the national operations, maintenance and repair plan, contributing to the development, management, implementation and approval of same. Managing change and transformation activities is a key aspect of this team's responsibility particularly in the initial phases as the regional operations team splits into separate water and wastewater teams and ways of working are standardised. Reporting to the Water Network Operations Manager, the Water Network Maintenance and Repair Team Lead has a remit over a geographical area and is responsible for overseeing planned and reactive maintenance and repair activities across the network infrastructure in a safe manner. The Network M&R Team Lead will be responsible for leading, supporting and developing a team of Network M&R Operatives and provide them with the necessary direction and skills in order to ensure the provision of maintenance and repair services across the water network. Out of hours working will be required and appropriate standby rates will apply. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Operational Responsibilities: • Responsible for leading and managing the performance of a team of network operatives across the across the water infrastructure and to provide them with the necessary direction and skills in order to ensure the provision of services in a geographical area. • Ensure data capture on issues that are relevant to contribute to the development of operational, maintenance and repair plans. • Responsible for the management and replacement of failed or failing assets e.g. repairs of bursts and leaks, water mains replacements, customer boundary box, valves, hydrants, meters, short pipe lengths, booster pumps and all ancillary equipment, in order to deliver consistent customer service. This will include the management of any contractors employed to assist in such works. • Manage and organise the maintenance and repair of newly commissioned / upgraded assets as required by undertaking appropriate site training and supporting adequate resourcing. • Develop the skills of team members through provision of coaching and training in all aspects of the operation of relevant works. • Safeguard the team works in accordance with defined levels of operational competence, hygiene code of practice, health and safety requirements and legislation, QA systems and standard operating procedures using the technology systems provided while ensuring all information is accurately reported and promptly recorded for audit purposes. • Responsible for undertaking and reviewing administrative tasks, including the review of timesheets, work orders, H&S records and inventory management using the technology systems provided. • Participate where required in the application of Road Opening Licences and liaising with Operation Support Team of provision of information necessary. This will include any follow ups measures as required including the management of temporary & permanent reinstatement. • Contribute to the development of task schedules and standard operating procedures for the provision of network services that maximise quality of output, efficiency and support the adoption of processes. • Responsible for monitoring and reporting KPIs for processes over which they have ownership. • Participate in out of hours and standby working as required. Budget Management: • Responsible for the management of costs associated with the Network Maintenance & Repair team. • Co-ordinate the effective and efficient use of budgetary resources including inventory management, through team meetings, productivity management, utilisation of vehicles and euipment (both fleet or hired), implementation of work tasks and monitoring of water network operations. Customer and Incident Management: • Manage proactive and reactive activities to deliver consistent customer service. • Responsible for the investigation of complaints regarding water services including various internal and external stakeholder engagement. • Responsible for inputting updates into the Uisce Éireann outage management system including various internal and external stakeholder engagement as required. • Support in the coordination of incident and emergency response, ensuring all health and safety standards are met and pollution classifications are consistent, in conjunction with the Pollution Control Coordinator. Health and Safety: • Ensure all health and safety inductions are completed and that all equipment is provided, appropriate to the job and necessary calibrations periodically. • Responsible for the implementation of the Construction Regulations including undertaking of duties assigned under the Regulations, as per Uisce Éireann policies, safety statements and plans. Oversee policy implementation and best practice standards including safe working practices. • Ensure all health and safety and procedures are adhered to including traffic management plans, risk assessments (Safe System of Work Plan), use of PPE etc. • Responsible for ensuring personnel have relevant safety skills, training and associated documentation, including Safe Pass cards and, where relevant, Construction Skills Certificate cards • Identify hazards and assess risks for Operational areas of responsibility. • Carry out any other duties deemed necessary and / or required which your line manager may reasonably request. General Duties and Responsibilities: • Collaboration with key internal stakeholders across the UÉ business • Responsible for promoting and delivering health and safety commitments across UÉ and its supply chain, reinforcing positive behaviours and delivering health and safety objectives and requirements to the highest industry standards. • Support the delivery of the Uisce Éireann Transformation Programme, driving results required within the Directorate and supporting organisation-wide objectives. • Provide visible leadership for your team, coaching and developing them to achieve their full potential and deliver business objectives, promoting collaboration and highlighting the behaviours that are expected from everyone in the team. • Conducts duties and responsibilities in accordance with Uisce Éireann’s Information Security policies, standards, processes and controls to protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of UÉ business information, and delivery of critical services, in accordance with the NIS Directive and any other relevant cybersecurity regulation. • Other duties as required. Knowledge, Skills and Experience: • Secondary education or equivalent work experience • Minimum of 3 years direct relevant experience of working in a similar role within water network & maintenance repair service • Full, clean and valid Irish category B driving licence is minimum requirement. Additional Driving License categories an advantage. A clean driving licence is defined as meaning that the applicant has not been convicted of an offence under the Road Traffic Acts (other than an offence for which the penalty is the imposition of penalty points) • FETAC level 5 / QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate or equivalent – Craft in apprenticeship such as: Craft of Mechanical Automation and Maintenance Fitting is desirable. • We work better together-Team Leader skills including capability of building a high performing team and of developing people to realise their full potential and achieve results through effective coaching, delegation, and support. • Effective communication skills, to engage with a broad range of internal stakeholders and front-line employees. • Computing skills i.e., ability to create and interpret spreadsheets and databases. • An understanding of key network infrastructure (e.g., Control Valves, Pumps etc.) is an advantage. • An understanding of Trunk Main operations, Network Management, DMA Operability etc is an advantage. • We keep each other safe-experience / understanding of working within a strong health & safety culture. • We aim high-specialist skills and in-depth knowledge in water treatment and/or the maintaining and repairing of water abstraction and treatment assets is an advantage. • Experience of managing and controlling costs is an advantage. • Knowledge of managing process compliance is an advantage CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Sales Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. Interact with each customer with great pride, passion and care and inspire shoppers through knowledge and expertise. The ideal candidate will have/be: Excellent communication skills Ability to engage with and prioritise customer needs Strong attention to detail, organised and flexible Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment Customer driven Previous customer service experience is an advantage. Main duties: Actively live Centra brand-values i.e. Proud, Energetic, Imaginative and Community-Based Show a positive attitude and take responsibility for ensuring customers receive an excellent shopping experience Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy Merchandise shelves, ensuring that all areas of the store are presented to the highest standard Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
S&I Graduate
Your recipe for a rewarding career starts here! About Us Established in 1985, Dawn Farms is a family-owned company and the largest dedicated supplier of cooked meat and plant-based ingredients and fermented and dried sausage products outside of the US. The company currently supplies world-leading food brands across more than 44 markets, including the UK, Europe, Asia and Africa. With over 1,000 employees we are committed to meeting the needs of our customers in a safe, innovative and sustainable way, all while strengthening the communities where they live and work. Job Purpose Dawn Farms is currently seeking an S&I Graduate to join our Science & Innovation Department to be based in our state of the art production facilities in Naas, Co. Kildare . The Science & Innovation (S&I) Graduate will play a key role in planning and testing new ideas, contributing to the growth of the business across different innovation platforms and markets. This position offers exposure to state-of-the-art food research and manufacturing, as well as diverse protein product development and applications. Candidates will work in a team environment and are expected to have a passion for science and technology, with knowledge in Chemistry, Nutrition, Process Engineering, and Food Science. This multidisciplinary role involves learning new techniques, conducting practical experiments/trials, and handling multiple assignments within the S&I team. Positions: Full-Time, Fixed Term 2 years. Location: Naas, Co. Kildare, Ireland. Salary: DOE Working Hours: 39 hours per week, Mon. - Fri. (some flexibility required) Role Responsibilities & Duties: 'Dawn Farm Foods Ltd. is an equal opprtunities employer'
Information Officer
The remit of the Carer Supports Community team is to deliver one to one support to family carers, alongside the design, development and implementation of group and community-based supports. This team will manage delivery of local and national events (COTY, National Carers Week, Respite weekends, Training & Education). The Information Officer (IO) will work with the Support Manager Kildare and West Wicklow. Their role will involve responding to queries from family carers using the Carers Star Conversation. The Information Officer will work with the Support Manager in the administration of carer supports including but not limited to scheduling of carer clinics, workshops, support groups, making internal referrals and signposting to external organisations etc. The Information Officer also provides support to their Network team as required, which will include supporting fundraising. The Information Officer will be expected to travel to local and national meetings on a regular basis. Organisational Relationships Reports to: Support Manager Kildare and West Wicklow Direct reports: N/A External liaison: Family carers, community and voluntary providers, statutory providers including the HSE, members of the public. Main Responsibilities The Information Officer will have responsibility for the following: Family Carer Supports Respond to carer queries and provide information/signposting to Family Carers Ireland (FCI) resources available for carers including but not limited to; Membership, the website, online training & education and other community-based supports and services. Work collaboratively in supporting the Support Manager in organising clinics, appointments, facilities etc. Conduct Carer Star conversations with carers in line with the carer engagement process and refer to Support Manager as appropriate. Conduct welcome calls to family carers in a timely and effective manner. Respond calmly and appropriately to carers in line with training provided. Support the development and updating of the local community-supports directory. Reporting Maintain records in accordance with GDPR of contacts with family carers, engagements with staff and other records required by the organisation as set out in organisational policies, procedures and guidelines. This includes proficient use of the CRM. Adhere to all internal procedures in spending and controlling the Organisation’s funds. Follow all organisation policies and procedures with respect to reporting and engaging in the investigation of any safeguarding issues, Children First compliance requirements or complaints. Proactively collate data and information to inform KPIs, business plans and the annual report and externally where applicable. Fundraising Engage with the organisation, promotion, and delivery of fundraising activities and events. Liaise with fundraising partners, sponsors and donors. Administrative Duties Perform administrative duties and provide support to your Support Manager; this may include typing, photocopying, filing and contacting people via phone, email or text. Manage incoming and outgoing post. Create and maintain files in line with policies and procedures. Enter data related to KPIs onto agreed spreadsheets. Process applications for POBAL Alarms if applicable. Comply with all internal processes for the processing of invoices and work closely with the Finance department to ensure accuracy of same. Ensure purchasing is in line with the Organisation’s policies and procedures. Complete other administrative duties as required. Systems and Databases Enter data onto the Organisation’s CRM / Excel / Jotform and other platforms as required in line with policies and procedures. Set up online appointments and manage bookings for carer education programmes, support groups etc. Use the Organisation’s finance system to generate POs and other IT systems as required. Teamwork Operate in good faith, honesty, respect, trust and kindness. Contribute to the development and functioning of the Organisation by working collaboratively with colleagues as required. Work with colleagues to engage in reflective practice and case review; sharing expertise and knowledge. Performance Management Carry out your position and responsibilities in line with the Organisation’s values, policies, procedures and processes. Undertake all reasonable work instructions in a timely and professional manner. Actively participate in training and performance management initiatives. Ask questions to clarify understanding of job expectations, communications, projects and other workplace initiatives. Manage time effectively to deliver on tasks assigned. Practice self-care and open communication. Attend team meetings and events as required. Policies & Procedures Adhere to the Organisation’s policies and procedures and agreed quality systems. Ensure the Organisation’s Health and Safety policy and procedures are adhered to and carry out roles and responsibilities as detailed. Other Duties Undertake other duties as may be required and assigned by the Organisation from time to time. Qualifications, Skills & Experience Minimum Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) and pursued further studies in Office Administration or IT. At least 2 years’ experience working in a busy office environment. Experience of working remotely with excellent broadband. Ability to prioritise tasks and work within a dynamic environment. Excellent IT Skills, mainly Microsoft 365, SharePoint, MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and experience setting up video calls through platforms like Zoom and MS Teams. Flexibility in attitude and approach to the job and willingness to help others. Reflective approach to work with willingness to learn and desire to implement a culture of continuous improvement. Strong work ethic with excellent attention to detail. Effective time management and organisational skills with ability to manage multiple activities and keep stakeholders informed. Excellent communication skills and ability to establish rapport with a diverse range of people. Ability to work autonomously and within a team. Fluency in English (written and verbal). Experience working in a highly confidential environment. Fundraising experience desirable. Full driving licence with access to own car. First Year Deliverables As agreed with line manager.
Executive Assistant
The Role Maynooth University is committed to a strategy in which the primary University goals of excellent research and scholarship and outstanding education are interlinked and equally valued. We are seeking an experienced candidate for a specified purpose post of Executive Assistant to join our team in the Department. The person appointed will have a proven record of administrative work to support a range of activities relating to the work of the Department. The role will involve a broad range of administrative duties in support of the Department’s activities. We are seeking a person with excellent organisational, administrative and IT skills, and extensive experience of working in a busy office environment. The candidate must be able to demonstrate an ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines on their own initiative. The person must be discreet, trustworthy and capable of dealing with confidential material. The successful applicant will work as part of an administration team with the Administrative Manager. While the candidate will be assigned to the social policy programmes in the first instance, they will be expected to collaborate with the Admin Team to provide cover across the Department. Principal Duties Administrative and other duties: Faculty and Research Institutes The Faculty of Social Science comprises a range of academic Departments including the Department of Applied Social Studies. The role of the Faculty is to co-ordinate the academic activities of individual departments, to oversee the strategic development of departments and to support interdepartmental programmes. The University has also developed a number of interdisciplinary institutes to support excellent research and to build research capacity across disciplines. Department The Department of Applied Social Studies has 15 academic staff and offers undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, based on its teaching and research strengths in Social Policy, Social Work and Community and Youth Work in a vibrant learning environment. The Department of Applied Social Studies has an established record for innovative, transformative professional and academic work reflecting its mission which is: “To promote human rights, social justice and equality, nationally and internationally through excellence and innovation in education, research and public engagement that contribute to the development of the social professions and applied social sciences.” Forty years ago, in the early 1980s, Maynooth University was the first university in Ireland to offer professional programmes in Community and Youth Work. Since then, the Department of Applied Social Studies has earned an unrivalled reputation for teaching, research, and development in these areas. Professional programmes are offered at both Bachelor and Masters levels. The Department also offers a professional Doctor of Social Science programme. More recently the Department has introduced a professionally approved postgraduate Masters programme in Social Work. In 2002 the Department established Social Policy as the core subject in a Bachelor of Social Science Degree programme, which has grown in popularity since. A Master of Social Science (Rights and Social Policy) programme was introduced in 2011. Staff in the Department supervise a growing number of PhD students in Social Policy and Applied Social Studies. Particular areas of interest currently include inequality and poverty; inequality and identities; state-civil society relations and public policy; policy analysis; social policy as it relates to community, youth, children and families, gender, age, sexuality, disability, race and ethnicity; criminal justice, drugs, housing, education, mental health, care, domestic violence, human trafficking, hate crime; comparative and European social policy; environment, sustainability and social justice. Tenure This is a full-time post for a specified purpose, anticipated to be 1 year in duration. Salary Executive Assistant (2025): €32,530 – €48,930 (13 points). Appointments will be made in accordance with public sector pay provisions. Hours of Work A 35-hour working week is in operation in respect of full-time positions (pro-rated for part-time positions). This can be reviewed or adjusted from time to time through national agreements. Location The place of work is the campus of Maynooth University, Maynooth, Co. Kildare.
Store Manager
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the store operates efficiently and effectively and that all our employees provide our customers with the best customer service and fresh food offering at all times. Deliver key store targets (sales and profitability) through effective management of people and operations. The ideal candidate will have/be: Minimum 2 years€,, experience in a relevant retail management position An understanding of how to achieve KPIs and targets Strong knowledge and experience of reading and actioning reports Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) Excellent communication skills Good delegation skills Highly driven with a strong work ethic Passion for grocery retail Thrive in a fast-paced working environment. Main Duties: Actively live Centra brand-values i.e. Proud, Energetic, Imaginative and Community-Based Oversee and ensure the smooth running of the store Set, monitor and achieve sales targets with the team on gross profit margin, net margin, waste and other KPIs as agreed with Store Owner Implement planograms correctly and ensure the correct range is in place in store Manage employee rostering and annual leave and maintain accurate and secure records Engage with the Store Owner on a regular basis Ensure merchandising and presentation of entire store is of the highest standard at all times and in accordance with relevant store planograms and guidelines Develop and promote good communication between employees and management in a safe, respectful and inclusive environment; Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
Store Manager
Store Manager – Lead the Way, Shape the Experience The Role: As Store Manager, you’ll do more than run a store — you’ll shape a team, build a culture, and grow your career in a brand that’s growing too. Whether it’s multi-site management, training roles, or new opportunities as we expand, there’s space for ambitious leaders to evolve. ✨ Why Join Us? • Autonomy to make your store your own • Career development into senior roles as we grow • Leadership training and networking opportunities • Be part of a brand that promotes from within and celebrates progress �� What We Offer: • Complimentary barista-made coffee on every shift • Employee discounts across all locations • A supportive leadership team and development opportunities • A dynamic and people-focused workplace �� Location: Newbridge, Moorefield Park �� Join our vibrant Costa Coffee team, where great coffee, friendly faces, and a fast-paced atmosphere come together to create the perfect place to grow your career.
Principal Social Worker
Job Summary The Child and Family Agency was established on 1st January 2014 and is responsible for a range of statutory functions including provision of child protection, alternative care, specified regulatory services and a range of family support services. The Agency has commenced a major improvement programme with significant focus on Practice, Culture and Structure. The Agency currently has responsibility for a budget of circa €1.2billion and delivers its services through over 5,500 people in 259 locations across the Country. The Child and Family Agency has responsibility for the following range of services: Health A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Attachment(s) : Principal Social Worker Kildare South Candidate Information Pack incl T&Cs 2025.pdf
