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HGV (Class 1) Drivers
We're Hiring!! Growmoor Horticulture are looking for HGV (Class 1) Drivers for immediate starts in the following areas: Tyrone , Armagh, Dublin, Galway, Cavan , Monaghan, Longford, Dundalk and Carlow These are permanent positions Monday - Friday Walking floor/Bulk Tipper / Curtainsider collections & deliveries throughout NI & ROI. The candidates must have a valid UK driving license and have obtained CPC accreditation. Please contact Brian on 02838852346 for further information. Company: Growmoor Horticulture, 207 Derrylee Road, Dungannon, BT71 6NY Essential Requirements to apply: • Must be over 23 years old with Full CPC • 3 years’ experience • Full HGV Class 1 Drivers Licence (must be clean) • Digital Tachograph Card ( must be in date ) • Good Work Ethic and positive mind set Please click the APPLY NOW button to upload your CV Company Website: https://www.bettergrowing.com/
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.
Food & Beverage Assistant
We are excited to announce this amazing opportunity for an experienced and ambitious individual to join our One Star Michelin Star Restaurant. Ballyfin Demesne proudly holds 3 Michelin Keys for our fabulous property located at the foot of the Slieve Bloom Mountains in Co. Laois. We are also the proud recipient of a Michelin star for our fine dining restaurant headed by our talented chef, Richard Picard Edwards. Our Guest Experience is of the utmost importance at Ballyfin and as such exceptional Customer Service is a must. We are looking for a hardworking individual who has previous experience working in a Michelin-star restaurant. The successful candidate will have a passion for food and beverage, exceptional customer service and teamwork. In turn, we will offer the opportunity to work in a professional, hospitable, and friendly environment with training and development opportunities and great employee benefits. This is a full-time, permanent position, 5 days over 7 days, Monday to Sunday. We are looking for Full-time individuals to join our breakfast / lunch team at Ballyfin. This position will be working 5 days over 7 days, from approximately 7am to 3/4pm. What we are looking for: As a Food and Beverage Assistant, we expect you to be passionate about the service you provide to our guests and have a geniune interest in customer service, food and drinks. In your role, we will provide you with excellent training to allow you to be confident in what you do and also have the confidence to communicate with our guests. We are looking for people with the right attitude and commitment to the job. A comprehensive induction program and ongoing training will be provided. Having experience in a luxurious establishment is not essential but is an advantage. Key Duties and Responsibilities: Ballyfin offer competitive rates, a generous gratuity policy and have a full brochure of exciting employee benefits.
Summer Student Scheme 2026
Description All candidates for the Summer Student Scheme 2026 must be a minimum of 18 years of age on the closing date i.e. 30th April, 2026. Shortlisting and Recruitment:- The local authority may decide, by reason of the number of persons seeking admission to a competition, to carry out a shortlisting procedure. The local authority may, at its discretion, decide that such shortlisting will be based on the year of study of applicants, with a priority accorded to students who are in a PLC programme or have just completed a first-year programme in the academic year 2025/2026. Shortlisting may also be necessary to fulfil a particular set of skills requested by certain departments. The shortlisted applicants may then be called for interview having regard to the likely number of vacancies to be filled. Duration and Rates of Pay: Summer Student Placements are for a period of 6 weeks and will be in three blocks: Block A: Start date 1st June 2026. End date 10th July 2026. Block B: Start date 29th June 2026. End date 7th August 2026 (library placements only) Block C: Start date 13th July 2026. End Date 21st August 2026. You must be available to start on your allotted start date. You are required to work a 35 hour week. Start and finish times, breaks and lunchtimes are determined by the supervisors to the area in which you are assigned. Some roles are office based while others are outdoor roles. Rate of pay will be in line with the maximum rate of National Minimum Wage Order 2026, i.e. E14.15 Assignments:- All assignments are at the sole discretion of the Council. Portlaoise/Portarlington Municipal Districts (Outdoor) Various outdoor duties – · Environmental enhancement works including Litter Picking, Weeding, Maintenance of Flower Beds and Flower Displays etc. within MD area. Please note hours of work may vary but generally from 8am to 4.30pm. Relevant Courses: Horticulture Forestry, Landscape Design & Management, Agricultural Science, Environmental Science or similar. Library Services Duties as assigned by Senior Executive Librarian. May include administration duties or assistance at various events held during summer months. Relevant Courses: Humanities, Early Childhood Education, Teaching, Drama, English, Digital Skills. Please note that successful applicants can be assigned to any library in the county and may be required to work evenings and Saturdays. Sports & Leisure Duties assigned would include supporting department in delivery of various programmes during the busy summer period. Relevant Courses: Health & Sports Science, Sport & Recreation Management, Physical Education or Coaching or similar Planning/Town Regeneration Various admin duties supporting Planning Technical, Regeneration and Administrative teams. Relevant Courses: Planning, Computer Science, Administration, among others. Finance Various admin duties supporting motor tax, accounts payable, loans, rates sections during holiday period. Relevant Courses: Accountancy, I.T., Business, Administration or similar MyPay Payroll & Superannuation Shared Services Centre Duties assigned would include supporting department sections and our IT contractor in IT hardware and software configuration, testing and setting up of software systems and solutions, troubleshooting connectivity and access, user access maintenance. Relevant Courses: Information Technology, Computer Technician, Computer Systems & Networks, or similar. Tourism Various admin duties supporting seasonal demands of section. Relevant Courses: Tourism, Marketing or similar. Information Technology Duties assigned would include hardware deliveries and installation, helpdesk queries, software upgrades, basic printer maintenance. Relevant Courses: Computer Science, Cyber Security, Information Systems and Information Technology, Website development or similar. Housing General administration of rents and property management and other duties. Relevant Courses: Business, Administration, Social Work, Social Studies or similar. Climate, Community& Environment Departments · Landfill and Civic Amenity placement · Wastewater misconnections project in Kilminchy · General admin and prep for Climate Action events · Burial Grounds Plotbox admin project Relevant Courses: Science, Ecology, Environmental Studies, Climate Change or similar Where possible, successful applicants will be assigned to work locations near their home address, however, if this is not possible, you must have access to transport to travel to your assigned work location. CLOSING DATE: 1PM Thursday 30th April 2026 In order to process your application, it may be necessary for Laois County Council to collect personal data from you. Such information will be processed with the Local Authority's privacy statement which is available to view Here and the privacy statement for the Summer Student Application 2026 - NOTE All Sections on application must be completed After submitting your completed application, please be sure to check your 'Spam/Junk' mail for an acknowledgement email. Electronic applications will be acknowledged automatically. Please keep this acknowledgement as proof of delivery of your application. If you do not receive an acknowledgement, please contact the HR Department at hr@laoiscoco.ie Eligibility Priority accorded to third level students who are in a PLC programme or have just completed first year in the academic year 2025/2026 and who possess the relevant specified courses.
Census Regional Supervisor
About this Role Responsible for ensuring the smooth and effective implementation of the Census 2027 enumeration within an assigned region. This involves closely overseeing progress in each field district to ensure that all work is carried out according to the detailed guidelines provided by Census Headquarters in Swords, Co. Dublin, and that all specified deadlines are met. Reports to: Census Liaison Officer in the Census Headquarters in Swords, Co. Dublin. Manages: The work of some 8 to 13 Field Supervisors who in turn will have a team of Field Support Officers. Location of Post The commitment for this post will be from 19th of October 2026 to 18th of June 2027, with 41.15 hours gross or 35 hours net per week. The officer’s headquarters will be such as may be designated from time to time by the Director General of the Central Statistics Office. For the time being, the Director General has designated the officer’s home as headquarters. An Office Accommodation Allowance of €12.77 gross per week worked is payable as a lump sum at the end of the contract term for the provision of this facility. This payment may be made once the following criteria are met: • the officer must provide secure and confidential storage in their headquarters for all census material and equipment • only persons who are Officers of Statistics for census purposes may have access to this material, including the laptop computer • the accommodation and other facilities provided by the officer are suitable from the point of view of the safety of the official property being stored and the satisfactory conduct of official business When absent from home and headquarters on duty, the officer will be paid appropriate travelling expenses and subsistence allowances subject to the normal Civil Service regulations. Principal Duties The Census Regional Supervisor is responsible for ensuring the effective and accurate completion of the census enumeration within their assigned region. The Census Regional Supervisor will oversee 10 to 13 Census Field Supervisors, who in turn manage teams of Field Support Officers. The role includes assisting with the recruitment and training of field staff within their region and neighbouring regions, as well as applying rigorous quality control to all field operations. The Census Regional Supervisor will also be required to be proficient with the smartphone application used to record interactions with households. The role is carried out under the guidance of an assigned Census Liaison Officer. Key Responsibilities include: • Becoming proficient in several IT systems, including the Census Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system • Recruiting, training, and providing effective leadership to Field Supervisors and Field Support Officers • Identifying and managing risks associated with fieldwork operations • Implementing the census enumeration plan for the assigned region in line with census management directives • Handling a range of human resource responsibilities throughout the census period • Conducting exit interviews and completing staff assessment forms where required • Planning and supporting community engagement and outreach initiatives to promote census participation • Fulfilling local media requests The above 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 them from time to time. The positions are full-time, and the officer may not engage in private practice or be connected with any outside business which would interfere with the performance of official duties. 1. Essential Requirements Candidates must, within the last ten years, have acquired at least three years of practical experience in two or more of the following areas: • Managing at a senior level, reporting directly to a Chief Executive or senior management within a large organisation • Supervising staff, ideally in a remote or blended work environment, and overseeing the organisation of work for teams of 10 or more people • Designing, organising, and delivering training programmes 2. Post Specific Requirements Candidates must also: • Have a strong working knowledge of employment rights legislation and a good understanding of procedures used within the Irish Civil Service • Demonstrate excellent written and spoken English • Possess strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills, with proven experience of engaging effectively with a broad range of stakeholders and members of the public • Be capable of working independently, taking initiative, and contributing effectively within a team environment • Be able to prioritise, plan, and manage a varied and demanding workload in a busy setting • Demonstrate the ability to take responsibility for meeting defined performance targets with clear accountability for outcomes • Be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications (including Word, Excel, and Teams), smartphones, and associated digital tools • Be available to work full-time for the duration of the contract • Hold a full, current, clean driving licence and have full-time access to a car for the contract period • Be eligible under citizenship requirements • Provide a residential address in Ireland at the time of appointment 3. Desirable Requirements The following would be advantageous for candidates to have: • NFQ level 5 or higher would be desirable • Direct involvement in the recruitment of staff at all levels and with a proven knowledge of employment legislation relating to fixed purpose contracts would be desirable • Have reliable access to high-quality Wi-Fi throughout the recruitment process and, if appointed, for the duration of the contract • More than 2 years Civil Service or Public Service would be desirable 4. Citizenship Requirements Eligible candidates must be: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or (b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or (c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (d) A non-EEA citizen who has a Stamp 4 permission¹ or a stamp 5 permission ¹ Please note that a 50 TEU visa, which is a replacement for Stamp 4EUFAM after Brexit, is acceptable as a Stamp 4 equivalent. Tenure The appointment is to a temporary, full-time position in the Civil Service. It carries no entitlement to permanent status by way of limited competition or otherwise. The appointment is subject to the Civil Service Regulation Acts 1956 to 2005, the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004, and any other Act for the time being in force relating to employment in the Civil Service. The appointment may be terminated at any time by either side in accordance with the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Act, 1973 to 2005. In accordance with the Protection of Employees (Fixed Term Work) Act, 2003, the contract is on a fixed purpose contract basis only on the following grounds: this appointment will commence on 21st of September 2026 in the case of a Census Liaison Officer and 19th of October 2026 in the case of a Census Regional Supervisor and will be to manage the census 2027 field operation. These appointments will terminate when all assigned duties have been completed but, in any event, no later than 25th of June 2027 in the case of a Census Liaison Officer and the 18th of June 2027 in the case of a Census Regional Supervisor. The CSO reserves the right to terminate the officer’s employment prior to the date of cessation on giving of the appropriate notice set down in the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts, 1973 to 2005. The Central Statistics Office also reserves the right to terminate the officer’s employment for stated reasons. In the event of unsatisfactory performance of duty, the appointment may be terminated by notification in writing one week prior to the proposed date of termination. In the event of serious misconduct, the appointment may be terminated without notice. For the position of Census Regional Supervisor, the rate of pay will be €38,419 annual equivalent plus supervisory allowance of €130.59 per week. Where the appointee is 70 years of age or over, the rate of pay will be €36,843 annual equivalent, non-PPC aligned, plus allowance of €130.59 per week. Payment will be made as a double week on the Friday of the second week and then weekly after that. This payment is by Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) into a bank account of the officer’s choice. Payment cannot be made until the officer supplies IBAN/BIC details to the Census Recruitment Section. The CSO will validate your bank details through a third party.
Butcher
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the Meat Department operates efficiently and effectively at all times and provide our customers with excellent quality and products and services. The ideal candidate will have/be: Craft butchery course is desirable Numerical skills Excellent communication skills Previous customer service experience is an advantage The ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment, ability to multi task under pressure A passion for food and the ability to inspire shoppers HACCP training is beneficial but not essential. Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Maintain retail cuts at a high standard in accordance with customer needs Drive sales through ensuring SOPs and store standards are met on a daily basis Merchandise and present department to the highest standard Implement planograms correctly Control stock rotation so that quality and freshness of goods is of the highest standard Manage waste and shrink in the department Ensure continuous improvement in the Meat Department by remaining up to date with new products and initiatives Enhance product knowledge by gaining information from a range of sources and share ideas, suggestions and builds Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
Warehouse Assistant
As a result of our expansion plans and our continued ongoing success we are looking to appoint a part time Warehouse Assistant In this role you will assist the Warehouse Supervisor in ensuring that the whole goods in/out procedure run in accordance with company procedures, policies and guidelines. What are we looking for? To be successful in this role, you will be expected to: Why The Range? Working for The Range is no ordinary job. We are a Sunday Times Top Track 100 company and one of the UK’s fastest growing retailers. Much of this success is thanks to our talented and passionate teams. From retail opportunities nationwide to innovative roles in our Head Office and fulfilment positions at our state of the art distribution centres, you’re sure to find the role to match your skills and your ambition. People are at the heart of our retail concept, and we want to invest in our staff and make the future extraordinary. Apply today for a challenging and rewarding position in a dynamic, fast paced environment and take the next step in your career.
Supervisor
Main purpose of the role: Manage and motivate your team, ensuring the store operates efficiently and effectively and to provide our customers with the very best customer service experience at all times. The ideal candidate will have/be:
Cinema Experience Manager
Do you have a passion for film, and a desire for flexible working? Are you looking for an opportunity to develop your leadership and guest service skills with potential to grow further? Then this is the role for you! Our Cinema Experience Managers drive our day to day high standards, supporting and coaching our teams as they navigate our guests through an immersive cinema experience. In this role, you will develop a team of highly engaged cinema hosts, delivering exceptional service for our guests and results for the business, that's how you'll make movies better. Due to the popularity of our roles and our commitment to finding the best talent, we may close applications earlier than advertised. This also helps us provide the best candidate experience for everyone who has applied. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make movies better for our guests! Apply today! What you’ll bring:
