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Summary Join a Skilled Team at the Heart of Quality Food Production The Role Sofina Foods EU is looking for motivated and reliable General Operatives to join our production team at the Callan site. Working on the afternoon shift, you’ll play a key role in producing high-quality pork and bacon products to the highest standards of hygiene, safety, and quality.This is a great opportunity to join a growing team in a well-established facility. Full onsite training will be provided, helping you build the skills needed to succeed and grow within a fast-paced food production environment.Hours: Monday to Friday 6am-2:30pmPay: €13.60 / hour Your Key Responsibilities As a General Operative, you will: Company Information Sofina Foods isn’t just a food company—it’s a place to build your future. With a team of over 13,000 people across 40 sites in Canada and Europe, we’re passionate about delivering quality meat and seafood products to consumers around the world.Join a company where innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction drive everything we do. At Sofina, you’ll grow your skills, make a real impact, and work with responsibly sourced products from more than 50 protein sources across five continents. Our vision is bold: to be the most successful food company in the world. If you’re looking for a rewarding career in the food industry, there’s a place for you at Sofina Foods. Equal Opportunities Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Head Of Category/channel Marketing & Innovation
Head of Category & Channel Marketing & Innovation Hybrid working Tirlán Tirlán, is a world-class food and nutrition co-operative, with a diverse portfolio of quality ingredients, leading consumer and agri brands. Tirlán owns leading brands such as Avonmore, Kilmeaden Cheese, Millac, Solmiko, Truly Grass Fed, Premier Milk, Wexford, mymilkman.ie and GAIN Animal Nutrition. We nurture a talented team across Ireland, the US, MEA and China, delivering annual revenues of over €3 billion, and over 2,300 people to manage our network of 11 processing plants and 52 agri branches. Our purpose is to nourish the world, while safeguarding our environment for future generations. Role Profile Reporting to the Director, Consumer Domestic, this is a key strategic leadership role within Tirlán. The Head of Category & Channel Marketing and Innovation is a results-driven marketing leader responsible for delivering volume, value, and profit growth across all channels. Leads the development and execution of insight-led strategies that drive category expansion, portfolio optimisation, and breakthrough innovation. Champions brand development and stewardship, ensuring consistent omni-channel execution and compelling consumer experiences across Retail, Online, Food Service, and Doorstep. Builds and empowers high-performing teams, fosters a culture of accountability and agility, and embeds marketing frameworks that elevate execution. Optimises pricing and channel strategies through data-driven decision-making, while managing agency partnerships to deliver creative excellence and strong ROI. Collaborates cross-functionally to align on P&L performance and long-term brand value creation. Joint P&L responsibility with Head of Growth and Commercial Excellence. Responsibilities Strategic & Commercial Leadership About us Through our expertise in research and development, customer insights, food safety and state-of-the-art manufacturing we bring innovative food and nutrition solutions to a global market. Our new and vibrant headquarters in Kilkenny City operates as a collaboration hub where multi-functional teams come together in a hybrid work environment. Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion We believe in the value of difference. We know that different perspectives, life experience and backgrounds can drive innovation and deliver growth. We welcome people from all walks of life without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, or disability status. Join our Talent Pool Considering a new career in Tirlán but this isn’t the role for you? Join our talent community and sign up for job notifications at www.tirlan.com/careers Tirlán is a Values Based Organisation
Head Of Growth & Commercial Excellence
Head of Growth and Commercial Excellence Hybrid working Tirlán Tirlán, is a world-class food and nutrition co-operative, with a diverse portfolio of quality ingredients, leading consumer and agri brands. Tirlán owns leading brands such as Avonmore, Kilmeaden Cheese, Millac, Solmiko, Truly Grass Fed, Premier Milk, Wexford, mymilkman.ie and GAIN Animal Nutrition. We nurture a talented team across Ireland, the US, MEA and China, delivering annual revenues of over €3 billion, and over 2,300 people to manage our network of 11 processing plants and 52 agri branches. Our purpose is to nourish the world, while safeguarding our environment for future generations Role Profile This is a key strategic leadership role within Tirlán Consumer, Ireland. The Head of Growth & Commercial Excellence is responsible for unlocking value across the business through the development and execution of commercial strategies that drive profitable growth and deliver on our Horizon 2030 ambition. The role leads the Revenue Growth Management (RGM) agenda, embeds data-driven decision-making, and ensures commercial excellence across pricing, promotions, trade terms, and investment. It also plays a central role in category management, working cross-functionally to align portfolio, pricing, and channel strategies with consumer and customer needs. Strong financial acumen is essential, as the role shares joint P&L ownership with the Head of Category & Channel Marketing and Innovation, and partners closely with Finance to ensure commercial decisions are grounded in robust financial analysis and value creation Responsibilities Strategic Growth & P&L Leadership About us Through our expertise in research and development, customer insights, food safety and state-of-the-art manufacturing we bring innovative food and nutrition solutions to a global market. Our new and vibrant headquarters in Kilkenny City operates as a collaboration hub where multi-functional teams come together in a hybrid work environment. Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion We believe in the value of difference. We know that different perspectives, life experience and backgrounds can drive innovation and deliver growth. We welcome people from all walks of life without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, or disability status. Join our Talent Pool Considering a new career in Tirlán but this isn’t the role for you? Join our talent community and sign up for job notifications at www.tirlan.com/careers Tirlán is a Values Based Organisation
Seasonal General Operator
Tirlán, is a world-class food and nutrition co-operative, with a diverse portfolio of quality ingredients, leading consumer and agri brands. Tirlán owns leading brands such as Avonmore, Kilmeaden Cheese, Millac, Solmiko, Truly Grass Fed, Premier Milk, Wexford, mymilkman.ie and GAIN Animal Nutrition.We nurture a talented team across Ireland, the US, MEA and China, delivering annual revenues of over €3 billion, and over 2,300 people to manage our network of 11 processing plants and 52 agri branches. Our purpose is to nourish the world, while safeguarding our environment for future generations. Role Profile: We are recruiting for Seasonal General Operatives at our well established ingredients production facility in Ballyragget, Co. Kilkenny. The Seasonal General Operator will work as a part of the operations team, reporting to the area production manager. Responsibilities: The Seasonal General Operative role will be responsible for all aspects of plant performance, product quality and plant hygiene, and they will perform general operational duties across our various production plants to the highest safety standards. The role will include; About us Through our expertise in research and development, customer insights, food safety and state-of-the-art manufacturing we bring innovative food and nutrition solutions to a global market. Our new and vibrant headquarters in Kilkenny City operates as a collaboration hub where multi-functional teams come together in a hybrid work environment Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion We believe in the value of difference. We know that different perspectives, life experience and backgrounds can drive innovation and deliver growth.We welcome people from all walks of life without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, or disability status.
Retail Assistant Manager
With nearly 60 stores across Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland & Scotland and 30 years of presence and expertise in the fashion industry, DV8 Fashion is one of the most recognised fashion names on the High Street bringing you top brands, exclusive lines and new trends. We pride ourselves in innovation and creativity and love to showcase this in everything that we do. We have a truly global presence, offering our brands online giving you 24/7 access to top fashion, shipping to most parts of the world! DV8 journey began in 1994, as a local family business we have now expanded massively and have big ambitions for the future. People are at the heart of what we do and play a key part in our continuous expansion, we are always looking for best talent, creativity and innovative mindsets to join DV8. About You We are on the lookout for a full-time Store Assistant Manager to join our DV8 store in Kilkenny fully flexible. You have to be passionate about our customers, people and products. Your approach should inspire others, creating a great working atmosphere and team spirit. Ideally, the successful candidate should have experience gained in a retail background, but we will consider other relevant experience too! You should also be a great communicator and stay calm and approachable even under pressure. About the Role First and foremost, the priority in our stores is the safety of our team and our customers. All team members must work safely, according to our guidelines at all times. To be a successful Assistant Store Manager at our DV8 store you will: · Support the Store Manager in managing and inspiring your team to be at their best, and stepping up to cover the store when needed · Create an atmosphere where delivering amazing service, achieving performance targets and accurate stock processes is at the core of our operations · Demonstrate a hands-on approach for all operational and commercial activities · Be responsible for security of the store by following procedures and keyholding, ensuring others follow the procedures too Some of DV8 Benefits · Career development opportunities · Training · Competitive remuneration · Very generous staff discount · Early access to exclusive and new lines Interested? Click the apply button to submit your CV and answer a few quick questions. Our team will review your application and if you meet the criteria, they will be in touch to find out more about your experience and more about you as a person! If this sounds like an opportunity for you then please don’t hesitate and submit your CV. Please note that due to a high volume of applications we reserve the right to close the job opening sooner than the expected closing date.
Senior Retail Assistant
Salary: €6,136 per annum (€14.75 hourly rate) Closing date: Monday 10 November 2025 Oxfam Ireland offers a competitive range of benefits to its employees, including private health insurance, generous pension scheme and life insurance. The Role Oxfam Ireland is currently looking for a Senior Retail Assistant to join our Kilkenny shop. To be considered for the role, candidates should possess a range of skills and experience including: Previous senior retail/team leader experience in a relevant retail environment Previous experience in cash handling and key holding responsibility Previous experience in supervision and training Experience in visual merchandising Availability on Mondays, Saturdays and Sundays You can find more details about the role in the job description on our website. How to apply To apply for this position, please click on the “Apply/Resume” button and complete an online application. Should you be unable to submit an online application, please email copy of your CV to the HR Team on Additional information Oxfam Ireland reserves the right to enhance criteria to facilitate shortlisting. Any offer of employment with Oxfam Ireland is subject to receipt of satisfactory references, right to work checks, and anti-fraud and corruption screening. Oxfam Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.
Social Care Workers/support Workers
PERSON CENTRED WING KILKENNY SERVICES SUPPORT WORKERS (50 HOURS PER FORTNIGHT) The focus of this role will be to support an individual to realise their vision to leading a good life through Person Centred approaches in line with personal interests, skills, will and preference. We are seeking to recruit motivated, enthusiastic, creative and energetic Social Care Workers and Support Workers to support individuals with an intellectual disability to realise their vision for a ‘good life’. The focus of the role will be to lead initiatives in supporting the individuals to live a life of their choosing and what matters most to them. The role will support the individuals to become connected and valued within their local community, to provide opportunities for new experiences and to assist each person in developing real and authentic relationships. The ideal candidates will have a proven track record in supporting individuals to develop valued social roles and also have experience in supporting individuals with communication needs and those who may display behaviours of concern and will have experience of person centred planning and knowledge of person directed and individualised support approaches. Informal Enquiries to: Christina Devine 087 062 9616 Essential requirements/qualities of applicant are: · Relevant recognised Diploma in Social Care / Applied Social Studies in Social Care/Social Care Practice (minimum Level 7 on National Framework of Qualifications) which are CORU approved. Please note Social Care candidates must be registered with or in the process of registering with CORU . Relevant QQI HSE Approved Level 5 Qualification or willingness to undertake a relevant QQI Level 5 Major Award. · Knowledge of HIQA Standards. · A valid licence to drive a manual vehicle in Ireland. · Experience of supporting adults with intellectual disabilities and/or autism is highly desirable. · Excellent organisational, logistical and I.T skills an advantage. · Supportive, dependable team player; · Experience in and commitment to supporting individuals to connect with their local community; · Self-Awareness; · Suitability as outlined in the introduction to the role. Please note that the successful candidates will be required to be available for any of day, weekend, waking night duty and ‘sleep-over / over-night’ shifts. We also require staff members to be willing to work alone in the residents’ homes and across a variety of locations if required. Closing Date for receipt of completed applications: 07 November 2025. To apply and for further details please go to our web page at Current Vacancies Muiriosa Foundation
Dietitian, Senior
- Have experience with patients Hepatology and Gastro conditions such as Coeliac disease, IBD, IBS. ·- Flexibility as regards working hours to meet the demands of the service ·- Have at least 3 years full time (or equivalent) post qualification clinical dietetic experience - Have experience working in the acute care setting - Experience/knowledge of enteral feeding guidelines, Nasogastric Tubes, PEG/Gastrostomy Tubes
Maintenance Planner
Tirlán, is a world-class food and nutrition co-operative, with a diverse portfolio of quality ingredients, leading consumer and Agri brands. Tirlán owns leading brands such as Avonmore, Kilmeaden Cheese, Millac, Solmiko, Truly Grass Fed, Premier Milk, Wexford, mymilkman.ie and GAIN Animal Nutrition. We nurture a talented team across Ireland, the US, MEA and China, delivering annual revenues of over €3 billion, and over 2,300 people to manage our network of 11 processing plants and 52 Agri branches. Our purpose is to nourish the world, while safeguarding our environment for future generations Role Profile Based in our Dairy Processing facility in Ballyragget, Co. Kilkenny, the Maintenance Planner will report to the Engineering Manager. They will be responsible for the planning team and play a key role as the interface between maintenance and production functions onsite. This includes responsibility for developing work plans that ensure safe, compliant, and efficient maintenance in line with GMP standards of the food and nutrition industry. The successful candidate will be part of the maintenance leadership team and providing backup support for the Maintenance Managers at times Responsibilities About us Through our expertise in research and development, customer insights, food safety and state-of-the-art manufacturing we bring innovative food and nutrition solutions to a global market. Our new and vibrant headquarters in Kilkenny City operates as a collaboration hub where multi-functional teams come together in a hybrid work environment Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion We believe in the value of difference. We know that different perspectives, life experience and backgrounds can drive innovation and deliver growth. We welcome people from all walks of life without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, or disability status. Join our Talent Pool Considering a new career in Tirlán but this isn’t the role for you? Join our talent community and sign up for job notifications at www.tirlan.com/careers Tirlán is a Values Based Organisation
Senior Retail Assistant
Salary: €6,136 per annum (€14.75 hourly rate) Oxfam Ireland offers a competitive range of benefits to its employees, including private health insurance, generous pension scheme and life insurance. The Role Oxfam Ireland is currently looking for a Senior Retail Assistant to join our Kilkenny shop. To be considered for the role, candidates should possess a range of skills and experience including:
