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QUALIFICATIONS 1. CHARACTER Each candidate must be of good character. 2. HEALTH Candidates must be in a good state of health and be free from any ailments which would render them unsuitable to hold the position. 3. AGE Candidates must be at least 18 years of age on or before 1st May 2025. 4. CITIZENSHIP (a) Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: (b) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or (c) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or (d) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (e) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or (f) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa or (g) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa 5. EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, ETC. Candidates must hold an Irish Water Safety Beach Lifeguard Award or equivalent, as recognised by the International Lifesaving Federation (ILS). While the above qualification is the minimum requirement for this post, the following Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council (PHECC) qualifications would also be desirable: • Cardiac First Responder • Emergency First Responder • Occupational First Aid Relevant experience in relation to the post would be an advantage. PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYMENT 1. THE POST The post is temporary for the 2025 Bathing Season only. Successful applicants may be offered either weekday or weekend employment at the discretion of Sligo County Council. 2. DUTIES Beach Lifeguards will be primarily responsible for the following: a) All aspects of water safety pertaining to the position b) The enforcement of the Beach Bye-Laws 2007 On Enniscrone beach, duties will include traffic management of beach area including opening/closing of barrier. It will include advising bathers of the danger of swimming at the promenade outside of the designated swimming zones. c) On Rosses Point Second Beach, duties will include advising beach users of the dangers of incoming tides. Main Duties • Beach lifeguards will be responsible for the performance of their duties and will work under the immediate supervision of the Water Safety Development Officer or their nominee. • Beach Lifeguards shall read, be familiar with and adhere to the Safety Statement for Beachguards; participate in induction training and co-operate with other safety training provided by the Council as required. Any issues of health and safety concern shall be referred to the Water Safety Development Officer, the Area Engineer or the Health and Safety Officer. The procedure for reporting issues of concern is set out in the Safety Statement. The Beach • All equipment must be checked daily (each morning) to see that it is in working order and ready for use. Any defects notified should be reported immediately to the Council. To inspect all lifesaving and first aid equipment on arrival for duty to ensure that adequate stocks are available and in good working order. • Indication flags should be placed in prominent positions. The following flag system is to be used: 3. REPORTING ARRANGEMENTS The holder of the post will report directly to the Water Safety Development Officer or any person nominated by the Director of Services. 4. LOCATION Sligo County Council will have sole discretion to assign candidates to specific locations and to transfer candidates from one location to another as considered necessary. The successful candidates may be based at any of the following locations at the discretion of Sligo County Council: Enniscrone & Rosses Point Beaches: Weekends starting from: 31st May 2025 & Public Holiday on 2nd June 2025 Full-time cover for: 28th June to 31st August 2025 Weekends only: 6th & 7th September 2025 Streedagh & Dunmoran Beaches: Weekends starting from: 28th June to 31st August 2025 including Public Holiday on 4th August 2025 Successful candidates may also be asked to provide cover during the month of May on an on-call basis at the discretion of Sligo Co. Council 5. SUPERANNUATION Under the Single Public Sector Pension Scheme, contributions shall be made in respect of Superannuation, which shall be deducted at a rate of 3% of pensionable remuneration plus 3½% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependent or qualified children). 6. REMUNERATION The remuneration shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the post shall pay to the Local Authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive remuneration) payable to or received by them by virtue of their post or in respect of services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. The rates of pay applying to the positions of Beach Lifeguard are: Senior Lifeguard: €19.39 per hour Beach Lifeguard: €17.37 per hour Beach Lifeguards are required to work Sunday as part of their employment contract and, in accordance with Section 14 (1) of the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997, the fact of having to work on that day has been taken into account in the determination of the above pay rates. 7. METHOD OF SELECTION Selection shall be by means of a competition based on an interview conducted by, or on behalf of, Sligo County Council. Candidates will be required to undergo a practical test in basic life support, swimming ability and swimming rescue, and an interview, at their own expense. All candidates must attend both the interview and practical test (proposed to be held as soon as possible after the closing date) in order to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which Beach Lifeguards may be appointed for the 2025 Bathing Season. The life of the panel shall be for the 2025 Bathing Season only. 8. GARDA VETTING/REFERENCES The successful candidate will be subject to the Garda Vetting Procedures in line with the provisions of the National Vetting Bureau (Children & Vulnerable Persons) Act 2012 to 2016 as appropriate in advance of appointment. Please note that the Garda vetting process may commence in advance of candidates being called for interview / practical test. The appointment of any successful candidate will be subject to receipt of references which are satisfactory to the employer. An applicant, who has previously been employed by any local authority in the position of Beach Lifeguard will be required to provide a reference from that local authority as part of the recruitment process. 9. UNIFORM It is important that members of the public are aware that uniformed Beach Lifeguards are on duty, are highly visible and are seen to be patrolling the controlled bathing area. Wearing of full uniform provided by Sligo County Council is a mandatory condition of employment. 10. WORKING HOURS The hours of work are as follows: Rosses Point and Enniscrone - 11.30 a.m. to 7.00 p.m. with 30 minutes (unpaid) to be taken for lunch Streedagh and Dunmoran - 12.30 p.m. to 6.30 p.m. with 30 minutes (unpaid) to be taken for lunch 11. CODE OF PRACTICE • Punctuality must be observed. Beach Lifeguards should report to their station at least ten minutes before the shift is due to start so as to be fully attired and ready for duty. • At the start of duty, one Beach Lifeguard (Senior if on duty) must text the Irish Coastguard and the Water Safety Development Officer to make them aware that they are on duty on the beach. (Phone Numbers will be provided in Beach Manual). • At the end of duty, one Beach Lifeguard (Senior if on duty) must text the Irish Coastguard and the Water Safety Development Officer to let them know that they are off duty. Contact number will be supplied prior to taking up duty. • If for some reason an emergency arises rendering a Beach Lifeguard unable to report for duty, they must immediately notify the Water Safety Development Officer in order that relief cover may be arranged. • Any Beach Lifeguard who becomes sick or who suffers any disability which would impair their efficiency (e.g. sprains, pulled muscles, etc.) must report the matter immediately to the Water Safety Development Officer. • No intoxicating liquor or unauthorised drugs shall be taken into the Lifeguard’s hut. The use of illegal substances by a Beach Lifeguard or being under the influence of intoxicating liquor shall result in suspension from duty pending investigation. • The Beach Lifeguard will be furnished with a mobile telephone for the duration of their appointment. Any personal calls and texts (made outside of working hours) must be paid for by the Lifeguard upon receipt of the telephone bill. As stated above, the operation of any mobile phones/electronic devices for personal use while on duty is prohibited. The mobile phone must be returned to the Council at the end of the employment and all personal calls and texts must be paid up to date. 12. ANNUAL LEAVE Payment for annual leave and arrangements for public holidays will be governed by the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997. Leave is calculated at 8% of the hours worked in a leave year (but subject to a maximum of 4 working weeks). Annual leave may only be taken during periods of full-time cover (from 28th June 2025 to 31st August 2025). Leave will not be granted during weekend only cover periods. Permission and prior authorisation are essential before annual leave is taken. The granting of annual leave at any particular time is always subject to the requirements of the Council and all annual leave is liable to suspension during periods of exceptional pressure. Beach Lifeguard cover should be organised by Beach Lifeguards when taking time off. Only members on the listed panel supplied by the Water Safety Development Officer should be contacted. (This should not apply to Enniscrone beach as there are three Lifeguards employed on this beach and two Lifeguards on duty on such days will be adequate). 13. SICK LEAVE As per Sligo County Council’s current Sick Leave Scheme and Attendance Management Policy & Procedure, as amended by the Public Service Management (Sick Leave) Regulations, 2014, and any subsequent Regulations made from time to time. 14. DATA PROTECTION Sligo County Council is compliant with Data Protection Legislation including the provisions of the Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR. To access Sligo County Council’s Data Protection Policy and Privacy Statements, please see the following link: Data Protection (GDPR) (sligococo.ie)
Retail Assistant
Because you make the difference 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 €13.75 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 To join us, apply today! Our fashion isn’t one-size-fits-all and neither is our culture. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse workplace where people can be themselves, have the same opportunities and thrive together. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
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.
Healthcare Assistant
Overall Purpose of Job The purpose of the role is to enable our Members to achieve maximum independence in all aspects of daily living, by providing assistance in one or more of the following areas: personal care, domestic assistance, social and educational assistance, travel and companionship. Role takes place in the homes and communities of our Members with a base location in IWA Clontarf. Liaison There are several key relationships, which should be fostered and developed for the successful implementation of this role. Liaise and coordinate with other identified Home carers as required and maintain close communication with the ALS Coordinator / Scheduling staff Training and Qualifications, required Minimum of 5 modules completed of the Major Award at QQI Level 5 in either Community & Health Services, Health Service Skills or Healthcare Support or other relevant qualification. Experience of working with people in a caring role ( essential) Experience of working with people with Acquired Brain Injury (desirable) Be reliable, trustworthy, and always maintain confidentiality Demonstrate excellent communication skills with a good level of spoken and written English Access to your own car ( essential) . Behaviours Person centred approach An ability to build strong relationships Strong customer service focus Flexible approach to work High level of confidentiality Competencies Communicating and Influencing Motivating and Empowering Planning and Organising Quality and Customer Focus and Accountability What we Offer Salary range for this position is €15.39 – €17.12 per hour depending on experience Before 8am and after 8pm - from €19.23 p/h Sunday - from €23.00 p/h Public Holidays - from €30.80 p/h Paid inter-client mileage Sick pay scheme Maternity and paternity pay scheme Excellent working conditions Holiday pay at a rate of 8% of hours worked. PRSA Pension scheme available Bike to Work Scheme Employee Assistance Programme A commitment to the on-going training and development of all employees. IWA is committed to continuing to be an equal Opportunities employer Documentary evidence of your relevant qualification(s) will be required in advance of or during the recruitment process. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Sales Assistant
As a Sales Advisor , you will play a crucial role in supporting the in-store operations by ensuring stock levels are managed effectively and efficiently. You will help keep the stockroom organised, maintain stock accuracy, and assist in the replenishment of the shop floor to meet customer demand. Benefits CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Anatomical Pathology Technician
**We do not accept CV'S** · Please fill in an application form. · Please read through the Job specification and additional campaign information before filling in application form. · If you are a non EEA please read Appendix 2 to ensure its suitable for you to apply for this position. · Please provide supporting documentation
Graduate Management Trainee
Overview We’re Enterprise Mobility. A family-owned, world-class portfolio of brands that includes household names such as Enterprise Rent-A-Car. With a $35 billion turnover and nearly 90,000 team members across 95 countries, we’ve grown from a pioneering idea over 65-years ago, to the global mobility leader we are today. Join us, and as the TargetJobs Graduate Employer of the Year and a Times Top 100 Graduate Employer, we will offer you the freedom to explore your potential. And to progress forward on your own career path. Ready to make your move? After an initial virtual classroom-based orientation session, you’ll be assigned to a branch office for hands-on business training. Here you will learn valuable business skills from capable mentors who were once in your shoes. That’s because nearly all of our full-time employees started as a graduate in our Management Training Programme, including our current CEO. This allows everyone to learn our business from the ground up and to understand how they play a significant role in seeing it succeed. Our promote-from-within culture ensures that you’ll have a well-rounded training experience and learn skills in management, finance, operations, sales and customer service. As you progress, increasingly more opportunities will become available to you. You can choose, as most people do, to continue your rewarding ascent within our Rental Operations managerial track. Then - in as little as two years from joining as a graduate - you could become a Branch Manager in our retail network, in charge of your own team and your own profits. Or you can explore one of many other exciting options within Enterprise including Human Resources, Accounting, Revenue Management, Sales, Marketing and more. What is certain is that we encourage all of our employees to be the best they can be, and diversity is a priority in all areas of our business. We are recognised as a leader in diversity, equity and inclusion, having been included in prestigious lists such as The Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality and Stonewall's Top 100 Employers for LGBTQ+ Inclusion. Enterprise Mobility is also still family-owned – our CEO Chrissy Taylor is the third generation of the Taylor family to run the company. This allows us to look forward even more confidently to the future, providing the stability we need to pursue the long-term good for our business, our employees and our customers, even in these challenging times. Responsibilities As a Graduate Management Trainee, you are empowered to make business decisions that greatly affect your career as well as the bottom line. You’ll gain responsibility for developing new business and maintaining current relationships. You’ll be responsible for understanding cost control, reading your branch’s P&L statement and understanding what it takes to run a profitable business. You will also learn how to deliver exceptional customer service. We will teach you how to effectively communicate, influence, and interact with all types of customers, vendors, and colleagues. You’ll learn proper sales techniques, problem solving strategies and conflict management. Those skills will provide you with the opportunity to market to local business partners and build solid, long lasting relationships with key business decision makers. In your development to become a successful manager at Enterprise, you’ll learn how to mentor, train, develop, manage and promote staff of your own. In turn, we’ll reward your development with pay increases and opportunities for continued promotions. Qualifications CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Sales Assistant
Job Overview: Reporting to the Homeland Branch Manager, the successful candidate will work as part of a close-knit team to ensure an excellent customer experience is provided to all Homeland customers. We have opportunities across a range of departments including Paint, Homewares, Clothing, Garden Centre, Point of Sale, Agri. This role has extensive growth opportunities for the successful candidate who demonstrates a drive & a will to go the extra mile in their daily operations. Key Responsibilities and Duties: · Dealing with customers queries, ensuring customer retention and maintaining customer satisfaction · Dealing with transactions including cash management · Inventory management and stock control · Merchandising · Developing a working knowledge of the Core system · Adhoc tasks, duties and projects as required The ideal candidate will have: · Previous retail / sales experience. · Strong customer service and people skills · Excellent communication skills · An ability to work on own initiative · Good computer skills · Drive and willingness to be flexible Application Process The company reserves the right to select a shortlist from the applications received. Please forward updated CV to careers@aurivo.ie. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Dog Groomers and Groomers Assistants
Petmania Grooming Studios is currently the largest and most successful grooming business in the country and boasts some of the most talented and committed Groomers available. We run busy energetic grooming studios where you will be expected to not only groom our canine customers to a very high standard, but treat our human customers with the same level of customer service you would like to receive yourself. We are currently recruiting for full and part time Groomers and Groomers Assistants for our Sligo Store The successful candidates will join the experienced grooming team in our Sligo store, and take part in all grooming activities including; If you would like to join this team, you must hold a QQI level 5 or City and Guilds in Grooming and have at least 1 year’s practical experience in a grooming role. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Deli Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Responsible for the preparation of high quality hot and cold deli products and for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. The ideal candidate will have/be: HACCP training is desirable but not necessary 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. Main duties: Actively live Centra brand-values i.e. Proud, Energetic, Imaginative and Community-Based Prepare customer orders across all fresh food areas i.e. make sandwiches and rolls, dish up hot food and slice meats using the store€,,s portion control measures Cook, prepare and display the foods sold throughout the day Ensure that the counter displays across all fresh food departments are to the highest standards at all times throughout the day Demonstrate your passion for quality food by sharing knowledge, recipes and personal recommendations with customers Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and in line with store policy.
