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The Defence Forces Cadetship will prepare individuals morally, mentally and physically for their role as leaders in the Defence Forces whilst instilling the organisations values of respect, loyalty, selflessness, physical courage, moral courage and integrity into students. Applications are now open Naval Service Cadetships 2024. Candidates must be 18 years of age or above and under 39 years of age on the 19th May 2024. Closing date for Naval Service Cadetship applications is Sunday 19th May 2024 at 2359hrs GDPR Notice All applications for Defence Forces positions are processed in accordance with the Defence Forces Applicants Privacy Notice, as set out on the applicants page with Candidate Manager Careers Information Applications forms for entry into the Defence Forces are only available through the online application form on this site. The online application form for enlistment is only available when recruitment competitions are open. There is NO access to the online application form when recruitment is closed. Reserve Defence Forces The Defence Forces are NOT accepting applications the Reserve Forces at this time. Please Note: Application forms for entry into the Defence Forces are only available through the online application form on this site. The online application form for enlistment is only available when recruitment competitions are open. There is NO access to the online application form when recruitment is closed. Applications Through Irish To make an application through Irish send an email to recruitment@defenceforces.ie to request an application form. Cadetships may be available in the following: NAVAL SERVICE (Operations Branch) NAVAL SERVICE (Marine Engineering) NAVAL SERVICE (Electrical Engineering) Subject to the specific criteria being fulfilled as outlined below, applications may be made by the following: GRADUATES SCHOOL LEAVERS/NON-GRADUATES SERVING PERSONNEL 1. GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS To qualify for the award of a Cadetship, a candidate shall: a. at the time of application be- (i) a citizen of the State, or be any other person who has a lawful entitlement to reside and work within the State for the period of enlistment required for the course of training as a cadet and, if subsequently commissioned as an officer, for the additional period of time that is required for the purpose of any such appointment. (ii) Be of good character and satisfy any security clearance requirement. b. Be 18 years of age or above and under 39 years of age on the closing date for applications i.e. 5th May 2024. 2. MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (a) Naval Service – Operations Branch School Leaver or Non-Graduate Candidates Must possess a minimum of Grade H5 in 3 Higher Level papers, and, Grade 04 in 3 Ordinary Level Papers or Grade H7 in 3 Higher level papers. Candidates must have obtained these grades in a single sitting of the Leaving Certificate examination for CAO computation purposes. AND A candidate’s educational qualifications must include a minimum of Grade 06 at Ordinary level or H6 at Higher Level in the following subjects: (i) Mathematics. (ii) Irish. NUI matriculation exemptions apply. (iii) English. Candidates whose first language is not English must satisfy the English language requirements in accordance with NUI Matriculations Regulations. Subject to meeting the criteria to have obtained a minimum of Grade H4 in 4 Higher Level papers, and, Grade O2 in 2 Ordinary level papers or Grade H7 in 2 Higher level papers, a candidate may use the results of another sitting of the Leaving Certificate for the minimum educational requirements in (i) to (iii) above. Where a School Leaver applicant is undertaking a field of study in Nautical Science at Level 7 (or below) of the NFQ, they may be facilitated in continuing their training to complete their field of study in Nautical Science at Level 7 of the NFQ in a college nominated by the Flag Officer Commanding Naval Service. Where a School Leaver applicant has undertaken / is undertaking a Level 8 (or below) NFQ qualification not specified above, they may seek a determination that the course of study meets the requirements subject to submitting suitable evidence of equivalence to Defence Forces Recruitment Section, Defence Forces Headquarters, Department of Defence, Station Road, Newbridge, Co. Kildare, W12 AD93, for the Flag Officer Commanding Naval Service’s determination. Graduate Candidates Must have successfully completed a Bachelor Degree programme at Level 8 of the National Framework of Qualifications. OR Have successfully completed a Bachelor Degree programme at Level 7 of the National Framework of Qualifications, from a recognised institution, in Nautical Science. (b) Naval Service – Marine Engineering School Leaver or Non-Graduate Candidates Must possess a minimum of H5 in 3 Higher Level papers, and a minimum of Grade O4 in 3 Ordinary Level papers or Grade H6 in 3 Higher Level papers. Candidates must have obtained these grades in a single sitting of the Leaving Certificate examination for CAO computation purposes. AND A candidate’s educational qualifications must include: (i) Mathematics. Minimum of Grade 02 in an Ordinary Level Paper or Grade H6 in a Higher Level paper. (ii) Irish. Minimum Grade O6 in an Ordinary Level paper or Grade H6 in a Higher Level paper. NUI matriculation exemptions apply. (iii) English. Minimum Grade O6 in an Ordinary Level paper or Grade H6 in a Higher Level paper. Candidates whose first language is not English must satisfy the English language requirements in accordance with NUI Matriculations Regulations. Subject to meeting the criteria to have obtained a minimum of Grade H5 in 3 Higher Level papers, and, a minimum of Grade O4 in 3 Ordinary Level or Grade H6 in 3 Higher Level papers, a candidate may use the results of another sitting of the Leaving Certificate for the minimum educational requirements in (i) to (iii) above. Where a School Leaver applicant is undertaking an engineering programme in Marine Engineering at Level 7 (or below) of the NFQ, they may be facilitated in continuing their training to complete an engineering programme in Marine Engineering at Level 7 of the NFQ in a college nominated by the Flag Officer Commanding Naval Service. Where a School Leaver applicant has undertaken / is undertaking a Level 8 (or below) NFQ qualification not specified above, they may seek a determination that the course of study meets the requirements subject to submitting suitable evidence of equivalence to Defence Forces Recruitment Section, Defence Forces Headquarters, Department of Defence, Station Road, Newbridge, Co. Kildare, W12 AD93, for the Flag Officer Commanding Naval Service’s determination. Graduate Candidates Must have successfully completed a Bachelor Degree programme at Level 8 of the National Framework of Qualifications. OR Have successfully completed a Bachelor Degree programme at Level 7 of the National Framework of Qualifications, from a recognised institution, in Marine Engineering. (c) Naval Service - Electrical Engineering School Leaver or Non – Graduate Candidates Must possess a minimum of Grade H4 in 4 Higher Level papers, and a minimum of Grade 02 in 2 Ordinary Level papers or Grade H7 in 2 Higher Level papers. Candidates must have obtained these grades in a single sitting of the Leaving Certificate examination for CAO computation purposes, AND A candidate’s educational qualifications must include the following: (i) Mathematics. Minimum of Grade H5 in a Higher Level paper. (ii) Irish. Minimum Grade O6 in an Ordinary Level paper or Grade H6 in a Higher Level paper. NUI matriculation exemptions apply. (iii) English. Minimum Grade O6 in an Ordinary Level paper or Grade H6 in a Higher Level paper. Candidates whose first language is not English must satisfy the English language requirements in accordance with NUI Matriculations Regulations. Subject to meeting the criteria to have obtained a minimum of Grade H4 in 4 Higher Level papers, and, a minimum of Grade 02 in 2 Ordinary Level papers or Grade H7 in 2 Higher Level papers, a candidate may use the results of another sitting of the Leaving Certificate for the minimum educational requirements in (i) to (iii) above. Where a School Leaver applicant is undertaking an engineering programme in Electrical / Electronic Engineering at Level 8 (or below) of the NFQ, they may be facilitated in continuing their training to complete an engineering programme in Electrical / Electronic Engineering at Level 8 of the NFQ in a college nominated by the Flag Officer Commanding Naval Service. Where a School Leaver applicant has undertaken / is undertaking a Level 8 (or below) NFQ qualification not specified above, they may seek a determination that the course of study meets the requirements subject to submitting, suitable evidence of equivalence, to Defence Forces Recruitment Section, Defence Forces Headquarters, Department of Defence, Station Road, Newbridge, Co. Kildare, W12 AD93, for the Flag Officer Commanding Naval Service’s determination. Graduate Candidates Graduate Candidates must have successfully completed a Bachelor Degree programme at Level 8 or higher of the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) in either Electrical or Electronic Engineering. Where an applicant has a Level 8 or higher NFQ qualification not specified above, they may seek a determination that the qualification meets the requirements subject to submitting, suitable evidence of equivalence, to Defence Forces Recruitment Section, Defence Forces Headquarters, Department of Defence, Station Road, Newbridge, Co. Kildare, W12 AD93, for the Flag Officer Commanding Naval Service’s determination. PLEASE NOTE: • Leaving Certificate Applied does not qualify for the Cadetship competitions. • Where applicable, applications for Cadetships are invited from persons who are sitting examinations in the competition year, which would enable them to satisfy the Minimum Educational Qualifications criteria for each cadetship category. Original documentary evidence that a candidate meets the minimum educational qualifications, as outlined above, must be presented to the relevant Interview Board Secretary. Applicants will be notified of a date via email when this evidence must be provided. • Candidates must provide documentary proof from the National University of Ireland, at Stage 1 of the selection procedure, for any educational exemptions. Further information is available on www.nui.ie • In order to be eligible to apply for a Cadetship, holders of European and International qualifications must satisfy the Matriculation Registration requirements as outlined in the current “NUI Matriculation Regulations available on www.nui.ie. The equivalent grades required for those candidates who sat the Leaving Certificate Examination prior to 2017 can be found at Annex E.3. 3. MEDICAL AND PHYSICAL STANDARDS Candidates must be in good mental and bodily health and free from any physical defect, abnormality, physiological condition or history of serious illness likely to interfere with the efficient performance of their duties. The following are the minimum physical requirements: a. Height A candidates’ height will be determined at the Medical Examination – see Para. 8. Weight and chest measurements must be in keeping with height and age. Min. height: 157.48cm Note: BMI will be determined at Stage 2, the Assessment Phase of the competition. b. Vision Colour vision must be normal. Both eyes must be free from disfiguring or incapacitating abnormality and free from acute or chronic disease. There must be no evidence of squint or latent squint. The eligibility of applicants who have had previous incisional or laser treatment to correct visual acuity will be determined at the Medical Examination. Please see Annex C for further information. • Operations Branch: Vision not less than 6/9 in one eye and not less than 6/12 in the other eye with normal night vision, without the use of corrective lenses. • Engineering Branch: Not less than 6/18 in each eye, corrected to not less than 6/6 in one eye and 6/9 in the other. c. Dental Candidates must be free from any serious periodontal disease and possess teeth to a specific standard, which is not less than the equivalent of eleven over eleven natural teeth functionally opposed. In certain circumstances, artificial teeth may be acceptable. d. Hearing A good standard of unaided hearing is essential. Candidates will be required to undergo an audiometric test at which: (1) The sum of the hearing threshold at 1,2,3, 4 and 6 kHz should not exceed the age and gender related warning levels contained in the "Guidelines on Hearing Checks and Audiometry Regulations 2007", issued by the Health and Safety Authority (2) Candidates under 25 years of age must be able to hear all measured pure tones up to and including 8 kHz at 20dB in each ear. Candidates aged 25 and older must be able to hear all measured pure tones up to and including 8 kHz at 25dB in each ear. Candidates must also be free from acute or chronic ear disorders. Pay and Allowances etc. 1. In line with Department of Finance instructions of 23 December 2010, starting pay will be at the minimum of the scale. The rate of remuneration may, be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. 2. The following are the current rates of pay that apply to Cadets with effect from 1 October 2023 Officers Pay: Rate 1 - Cadets Current Rates of Pay with effect from 1 October 2023 Point Personal Pension Contribution (PPC) scale Full PRSI (Class H) 1st €22,630 2nd €25,149 3rd €28,361 4th €31,253 5th €35,157
Area Sales Executive
Does playing a role in business growth sound exciting to you? Are you energized by developing new business leads into new clients, while also managing and developing existing business? Would you like to work for a global company in Money Transfer that believes when money moves, better things can happen? Are you interested in joining a globally diverse organization where our unique contributions are recognized and celebrated, allowing each of us to thrive? Then it’s time to join Western Union as an Area Sales Executive! Western Union powers your pursuit. In this role, we’ll be looking for you to grow the business by signing, training and activating new Western Union agents and managing business development activities with existing agents in your territory spanning extensive travel in Ireland and Northern Ireland. Role Responsibilities: We are passionate about diversity. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our global teams while reflecting the communities we serve. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. The company will provide accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, following applicable laws.
Sales Coordinator
Our Sustainability Commitment The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. Waddington Europe™ - a Novolex brand, is a European food packaging specialist. We are a highly experienced and trusted supplier of food packaging solutions across a wide range of categories including bakery, dairy, fruit, produce, protein, prepared, food-to-go, confectionery, pet food and much more. Environmental sustainability is at the heart of all our business decisions, and we are committed to minimising the impact of our activities on the environment. We actively work with suppliers, customers and contractors to improve their environmental performance and source only from suppliers who meet our code of conduct. How You'll Perform The Role Waddington Europe has a vacancy for a Sales Coordinator in Customer Service to work for Waddington Europe - Arklow site. Responsible for all aspects of Customer Services/Sales Administration. Proficiency in Excel and experience in customer service, and team work essential. Strong administrative skills, ability to problem solve and experience working in a manufacturing/production environment would be desirable. And knowledge of CMS systems would also be desirable however training can be given. This role is available on fixed days, working 7.5 hours per day, full time. What We Need From You
Account Manager
Job Overview As an Account Manager your role is pivotal to the success of the business. You are specifically accountable for delivering exceptional customer service across our existing and potential customer base. As an expert you are responsible for building and maintaining strong customer relationships within your targeted territory Why work for LKQ We are a people first organisation for our colleagues, the customer is at the heart of everything we do, and in turn we put our colleagues at the forefront of our business. As with many of our roles, we are happy to talk about flexible working options, we are committed to supporting a healthy worklife balance. We’re looking for people who love what they do, are passionate about delivering only the very best and make it their business to excel, whatever their role. We strive to support all our employees through their individual career paths and thrive within our business. Key Responsibilities
Retail Assistant
Here at Primark, we love to do things our way. Because we help our customers keep up with high fashion at affordable prices. We do everything with passion, high standards and care around here. And if that sounds like you, join us as a Retail Assistant. Because you matter People are at the heart of what we do, so it’s essential that we provide you with the right environment to perform at your very best. We offer benefits that put you first: • Salary: we offer a competitive salary €12.70 per hour plus premium Sunday rate • Balance: Enjoy flexibility with accommodating shifts • Pension: Secure your future with our generous pension scheme • Discounts: Use your in-store employee discount across our fabulous range • Support: Explore our well-being initiatives and employee assistance programme. • Holiday: Enjoy generous holidays, based on your hours • Opportunity to progress your career internationally What will I be doing? As a Retail Assistant, you’ll be making our customer’s day, every day. Here’s what this looks like in action: • Providing customers with an amazing experience as you help them with things like sizes or styles, purchases, or returns • Setting up a good-looking shop floor with full shelves, tidy fitting rooms and all the latest fashions, as well as keeping a tidy and well-organised stockroom • Delivering a fast, friendly, efficient experience at till points, processing queries, voids, and returns. • Receiving, unpacking and checking off new deliveries. Getting our products on to the shop floor and ensuring they’re all correctly priced - all while making sure everything meets our high standards Who you are: We love to delight our customers with amazing in store experiences and that starts with you! Here’s what we need: • You’re passionate about people and creating those amazing experiences • You’re honest, a strong communicator who can also listen, share ideas and get involved where needed • You’ve got good organisational skills and attention to detail • You’re a team player with high levels of motivation, a positive attitude and willingness to learn • You’re interested in fashion and the latest looks • Ideally, you’ve got some experience working within a busy retail environment CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Senior Speech & Language Therapist
JOB OPPORTUNITY Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2023. We are currently seeking highly-motivated Senior Grade Speech & Language Therapists to join our team in Enable Ireland Wicklow Children’s Services Contract Type: Permanent and Specified Purposes Contract Hours: Part time and Full time (35hrs) Location: Wicklow Salary Scale: WTE €53,388 - €63,198 pro rata per annum Overview of the Post: To work as a member of the interdisciplinary team providing supports to children aged 0 -18 years and families within the region. The post holder will be responsible for the provision of a speech and language therapy service to include assessment diagnostics and intervention to children with a range of disabilities, clinical supervision and participate in ongoing service delivery. The post holder will be required to work across a variety of settings including the Centre, preschools, schools, special schools, children’s homes and community settings. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Outlined in Job Description. The successful candidate will have Essential Criteria: · Be registered, or be eligible for registration, as a Speech & Language Therapist by the Speech & Language Therapists Registration Board at CORU. AND · Have 3 years’ full time (or an aggregate of 3 years’ full time) post qualification clinical experience. AND · Have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. AND · Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Speech & Language Therapist Register maintained by the Speech & Language Therapists Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employment can be issued. Annual registration · On appointment, practitioners must maintain annual registration on the Speech & Language Therapists Register maintained by the Speech & Language Therapists Registration Board at CORU. AND · Practitioners must confirm annual registration with CORU to Enable Ireland. Desirable Criteria: · Experience of interdisciplinary team working. · Minimum of 2 years’ experience working with children with disabilities. · Experience working with children with Eating, Drinking and Swallowing difficulties. · Experience working with Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC). If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As an employee of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including: • Excellent training opportunities • Generous annual leave entitlements • Long service reward scheme • Pay adjusted Maternity Leave • Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave • Pay adjusted Paternity Leave • Wellbeing benefits • Pension For a full list of our benefits & conditions, please click here or search: https://www.enableireland.ie/about-us/careers/employee-benefits What now? Applications must be made on the Enable Ireland application form only. CV’s will not be accepted. To apply, please download the job description, person specification and application form below and forward completed applications to Tanya Hayes Swaine by email at HRWicklow@enableireland.ie Closing date for applications: 17 May 2024 A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise in Wicklow Children’s Services (CDNT5, 6 or 7) during the next 12 months. Enable Ireland is an equal opportunities employer. · The post will be subject to reference checks and may be subject to Garda vetting/police clearance, as relevant. · Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. · Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community. · The above information serves only as a guide to the advertised position. Enable Ireland, at its discretion, reserves the right to change this prior to appointment. · Please review the Enable Ireland’s External Data Protection Notice available at https://www.enableireland.ie/privacy-policy for details on how Enable Ireland processes applicant’s personal information. Please note if you are invited for interview, we will share your personal data with: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy.
Trainee HR Manager
We are Ireland’s largest retailer providing fashion, homewares and food for our loyal customers. We operate 134 stores across Ireland, Northern Ireland, and Spain, as well as a growing online store. Our guiding principle is to deliver excellent quality products at competitive prices and we are constantly developing our product ranges. The primary job functions of the HR Manager will be to provide a complete Human Resource service to the store. To ensure the store complies with all legislation and policy relating to HR issues. The successful candidate will have the following responsibilities: Key Responsibilities: If this sounds like the job for you, please apply now and tell us why you would be perfect for this challenging and rewarding role! Dunnes Stores is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Administrator / Receptionist
The purpose of these roles is to provide administrative and reception support to all staff in our Centric Health Medical Practice. You will need to have a passion for both Healthcare and the fast-paced culture of a growing company. You will need excellent inter-personal skills and the ability to work as part of a team. Administrator / Receptionist – Southern Cross Medical
Sales Assistant
Maxi Zoo is part of the Fressnapf Group, the European market leader in pet product with 1,700+ shops across Europe. Maxi Zoo is Ireland’s largest pet retailer and has 30 shops in Ireland. Maxi Zoo Ireland are driven by the desire to make the life of pets and pets owners simpler, better and happier. To achieve this, we work hard, accept responsibility and seek every opportunity to learn about pets and customers. Maxi Zoo Ireland are currently recruiting for a Part Time Sales Assistant for our Bray store. What you will do:
Sector Officer in the Irish Coast Guard
The Role The Sector Officer is a new grade within the IRCG and is equivalent to an Executive Officer in the Civil Service. They will work with assigned CGUs and report to the Coastal Unit Sector Manager (CUSM) of that sector. The role will involve working closely with the volunteer CGUs, Coast Guard and Maritime Administration personnel and other internal/external stakeholders. On the job training will be provided as appropriate. The Sector Officer is required to comply with the organisational values of ‘Pride’ and ‘Respect’ as part of this role. This post also carries a mobility obligation and Sector Officers are required to be available for service at all CGUs within their sector and also to travel to work in other sectors, when required. IRCG road vehicles will be provided for official business use only when the nature of their employment warrants the provision. The Officers driving them will be responsible for their control, cleanliness, and maintenance Principal Duties and Responsibilities The duties of the post may include some or all of those listed below: • Supporting CGUs by undertaking the following tasks: o Conducting routine inspection of vehicles, buildings, boats, and equipment to a fixed schedule, completing appropriate checklists and administrative duties. o Initiating corrective action against defects, monitoring corrective actions, and maintaining defect records. o Managing CGU equipment, inventory and logistical requirements including associated administrative duties. o Managing local inventories. • Supporting management of the planned maintenance system. This includes recording, monitoring, and reviewing periodic service, maintenance, repair, inspection, and defect reports and compiling periodic reports on same. • Supporting maintenance and repair works undertaken by third party contractors, including associated logistical and administrative support. • Supporting the CUSM by assisting in the following tasks: o Effecting corrective actions to findings identified through audit, inspection, and safety meetings. o Managing and implementing the requirements of the safety management system. o Procuring goods, equipment, and services. o Managing the fixed asset register. o Managing inventory, vehicles, buildings, boats, and equipment including the update of computerised maintenance management system. o Providing general unit management support including logistical support and associated administrative tasks. • Carrying out any other duties relevant to the role that may be assigned to the Sector Officer from time to time. The position is a uniformed grade. The successful candidate will be required to wear their uniform in a presentable manner and to maintain a smart and neat appearance, as determined by Coast Guard Management. Working Environment The work will be divided between office and field. Depending on the needs of the business, a typical week may consist of 4 days travel and 1 day of office-based administrative duties. Please note, a significant amount of travel is required as Sector Officers are obliged to travel to various locations within their sector on a regular basis and on occasion to travel to other sectors as needed. Travel and subsistence payments will apply at central civil service rates. Location of Vacancies For management purposes, the CGUs are divided into six sectors: • East (Office located in Dublin City) (Greenore, Co. Louth to Courtown, Co. Wexford) • Southeast (Various locations in Waterford) (Curracloe, Co. Wexford to Ballycotton, Co. Cork) • South (Office located in Cork City) (Guileen to Goleen, Co. Cork) • Southwest (Office located in Killarney, Kerry) (Castletownbere, Co. Cork to Killaloe, Co. Clare) • West (Office located in Castlebar, Mayo) (Kilkee, Co. Clare to Achill, Co. Mayo) • Northwest (Various locations in Donegal) (Ballyglass, Co. Mayo to Greencastle, Co. Donegal) There are currently six vacancies – one for each sector. A panel will be formed from this competition to fill any further vacancies which may arise in any of the Sectors. Candidates are required to specify on the application form (tick boxes) the Sector in which they are willing to be placed. Candidates can only select a maximum of 2 sectors. The onus is on candidates to select their correct sector choice(s). Changes to these choice(s) will not be permitted after the closing date. No exceptions will be made. Essential Candidates must have on or before Thursday, 9th May 2024. 1. A minimum of 3 years relevant practical experience in the maintenance or inspection of either vehicles, boats, marine, cliff or Search and Rescue (SAR) equipment. 2. The ability to prepare reports, keep work records, and record progress. 3. Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to work in a team environment. 4. The ability to work on their own initiative, including effectively managing and prioritising workloads to meet deadlines. 5. Good oral and written communications skills including a good technical working knowledge of English. 6. Good Information Technology (IT) skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. 7. Have a current full driving licence (Category B) and/or (Category C). Special Personal Attributes required for the performance of the job • Have a high standard of physical and mental fitness, as this post requires Officers to work in a professional emergency service. Good eyesight and hearing are essential. • In a safety sensitive organisation non-dependence on drugs is essential. In addition to the above, candidates must also be able to demonstrate the Key Competencies identified for effective performance at this level (detailed overleaf). Desirable • Practical experience in SAR, cliff, boat or drone equipment. • Experience of procurement. • Experience in using a computerised maintenance management system. • Experience working within a planned maintenance system. • Experience working in a large organisation under a safety management system (SMS) e.g. ISO45001. • Experience working within the requirements of a risk management system, risk assessing own activities. • Training in the area of vehicle, boat or equipment maintenance, inspection, or examination. • Experience working to a fixed timetable, ensuring duties carried out to schedule. • Experience of Coast Guard or search and rescue operations. • Experience in volunteering or working with volunteers. • Experience in land search, climbing, boat or drone operations. • Knowledge of Safety, Health, and Welfare regulations applicable to shore establishments and to the marine emergency operations and administration. • Have a good knowledge of maritime search and rescue operations, including in relation to maritime safety and awareness and IRCG Coast Guard Unit (CGU) operations. Candidates should note that the admission to a competition does not imply that the Public Appointments Service is satisfied that they fulfil the essential entry requirements. Therefore, the onus is on the candidate to ensure that they meet the essential entry requirements prior to submitting their application. KEY COMPETENCIES FOR EFFECTIVE PERFORMANCE AT THIS LEVEL Analysis & Decision Making • Effectively deals with a wide range of information sources, investigating all relevant issues • Understands the practical implication of information in relation to the broader context in which they work – procedures, divisional objectives etc. • Identifies and understands key issues and trends • Correctly extracts & interprets numerical information, conducting accurate numerical calculations • Draws accurate conclusions & makes balanced and fair recommendations backed up with evidence Delivery of Results • Takes ownership of tasks and is determined to see them through to a satisfactory conclusion • Is logical and pragmatic in approach, setting objectives and delivering the best possible results with the resources available through effective prioritisation • Constructively challenges existing approaches to improve efficient customer service delivery • Accurately estimates time parameters for project, making contingencies to overcome obstacles • Minimises errors, reviewing learning and ensuring remedies are in place • Maximises the input of own team in ensuring effective delivery of results • Ensures proper service delivery procedures/protocols/reviews are in place and implemented Interpersonal & Communication Skills • Modifies communication approach to suit the needs of a situation/ audience • Actively listens to the views of others • Liaises with other groups to gain co-operation • Negotiates, where necessary, in order to reach a satisfactory outcome • Maintains a focus on dealing with customers in an effective, efficient and respectful manner • Is assertive and professional when dealing with challenging issues • Expresses self in a clear and articulate manner when speaking and in writing Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self Development • Displays high levels of skills/ expertise in own area and provides guidance to colleagues • Has a clear understanding of the role, objectives and targets and how they support the service delivered by the unit and Department/ Organisation and can communicate this to the team • Leads by example, demonstrating the importance of development by setting time aside for development initiatives for self and the team Drive & Commitment to Public Service Values • Is committed to the role, consistently striving to perform at a high level • Demonstrates flexibility and openness to change • Is resilient and perseveres to obtain objectives despite obstacles or setbacks • Ensures that customer service is at the heart of own/team work • Is personally honest and trustworthy • Acts with integrity and encourages this in others ELIGIBILITY TO COMPETE AND CERTAIN RESTRICTIONS ON ELIGIBILITY Citizenship Requirement 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 visa1 or a stamp 5 visa. To qualify candidates must be eligible by the date of any job offer. 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. 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. Department of Health and Children Circular (7/2010): The Department of Health Circular 7/2010 dated 1 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 the VER scheme are not eligible to compete in this competition. People who availed of the VRS scheme and who may be successful in this competition will have to prove their eligibility (expiry of period of non-eligibility). Department of Housing, Planning, Community & Local Government (Circular Letter LG(P) 06/2013) 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). 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 the Civil Service. Part 1 - Conditions which particularly apply to this position Pay Personal Pension Contribution (PPC) Pay Scale 1st January 2024 is EO equivalent and is as follows: €35,687 €37,589 €38,663 €40,759 €42,638 €44,455 €46,266 €48,039 €49,830 €51,581 €53,440 €54,685 €56,461 (LSI1) €58,251(LSI2) The PPC pay rate applies when the individual is required to pay a Personal Pension Contribution (otherwise known as a main scheme contribution) in accordance with the rules of their main/personal superannuation scheme. This is different to a contribution in respect of membership of a Spouses’ and Children’s scheme, or the Additional Superannuation Contributions (ASC). A different rate will apply where the appointee is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution. Long service increments may be payable after 3(LSI1) and 6(LSI2) years satisfactory service at the maximum of the scale. 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 will current Government Policy. Payment will be made fortnightly in arrears by Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) into a bank account of your choice. Payment cannot be made until a bank account number and bank sort code has been supplied on appointment and statutory deductions from salary will be made as appropriate. You will agree that any overpayment of salary, allowances, or expenses will be repaid by you in accordance with Circular 07/2018: Recovery of Salary, Allowances, and Expenses Overpayments made to Staff Members/Former Staff Members/Pensioners. Annual Leave The appointee will be entitled to 23 days annual leave a year rising to 24 days a year after 5 years’ service, 25 days after 10 years’ service, 26 days after 12 years’ service and 27 days after 14 years’ service. This leave is exclusive of public holidays. Hours of Attendance Hours of attendance will be fixed from time to time but will amount to not less than 41 hours and 15 minutes gross and 35 hours net per week. Extra attendance will be compensated as set out in the requirements of Circular 14/2014. Location The officer’s headquarters will be within their sector or as may be designated from time to time by the Head of the Department. When absent from home and headquarters on duty the appointee will be paid travel expenses subject to standard Civil Service practices. Part II - Conditions which apply generally to this position Tenure & Probation The appointment is to an established position on a probationary contract in the Civil Service. The probationary contract will be for a period of one year from the date of appointment. During the period of the probationary contract, the appointee’s performance will be subject to review by the appropriate supervisor(s) to determine whether the officer: (i) Has performed in a satisfactory manner, and (ii) Has been satisfactory in general conduct, and (iii) Is suitable from the viewpoint of health with particular regard to sick leave. Prior to completion of the probationary contract a decision will be made as to whether or not the appointee will be retained pursuant to Section 5A (2) Civil Service Regulations Acts 1956-2005. This decision will be based on the appointee’s performance assessed against the criteria set out in (i) to (iii) above. The details of the probationary process will be explained to the appointee by the Department of Transport. A copy of Department of Public Expenditure and Reform guidelines on probation will also be made available to the appointee. Notwithstanding the preceding paragraphs in this section, the probationary contract may be terminated at any time prior to the expiry of the term of the contract by either side in accordance with the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts, 1973 to 2005. In the following circumstances your contract may be extended, and your probation period suspended. • The probationary period stands suspended when an employee is absent due to Maternity or Adoptive Leave. • In relation to an employee absent on Parental Leave or Carers Leave, the employer may require probation to be suspended if the absence is not considered to be consistent with the continuation of the probation. • Probation may be suspended in cases such as absence due to a non-recurring illness, and • Any other statutory provision providing that probation shall - (i) stand suspended during an employee’s absence from work, and (ii) be completed by the employee on the employees return from work after such absence. Where probation is suspended the employer should notify the employee of the circumstances relating to the suspension. All appointees will serve a one-year probationary period. If an appointee who fails to satisfy the conditions of probation has been a serving civil servant immediately prior to their appointment from this competition, the issue of reversion will normally arise. In the event of reversion, an officer will return to a vacancy in their former grade in their former Department. Duties The appointee will be required to perform any duties appropriate to the position, which may be assigned from time to time. Travel, both within their sector, and potentially the other five sectors, will be required. When absent from home and headquarters on duty the appointee will be paid travel expenses subject to standard Civil Service practices.
