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Paddy Ronan & Sons Engineering are looking to Hire an apprentice. The successful applicant will be enrolled in a 4 year apprenticeship program and get the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects. As a Metal Fabricator the successful applicant will be required to read and interpret drawings, measure and cut material, operated drilling equipment and other power tools, assemble, weld and polish a range of materials including Mild Steel, Stainless Steel and Aluminium. The Ideal candidate must be punctual, hard working and have a keen interest to learn. Training will be provided for all aspects of the Job. Applications and enquiries to be sent to- info@pronaneng.ie
Carpentry and Joinery Apprentice
Jackman Carpentry Ltd based in Wexford is looking for a motivated and reliable 1st Year Carpentry & Joinery Apprentice who will gain hands on experience in a wide range of carpentry work, including: * site carpentry * 1st and 2nd fix carpentry * Roofing * Maintenance Carpentry * General Construction work Requirements * General interest in carpentry and construction * Reliable, punctual and eager to learn * Good work ethic and positive attitude * Safe pass and own transport to pick up points are necessary * This is an excellent opportunity to learn the trade while working on a variety of residential and commercial projects.
Construction Plant Fitting Apprentice
Are you interested in mechanical repairs and looking to start a career in a skilled trade? Comeragh Machinery & Auto Repairs is looking for an enthusiastic Apprentice Mechanic to join our team and complete the recognised SOLAS Construction Plant Fitting Apprenticeship. The Role You'll receive hands-on training while learning to: * Service, maintain and repair forklifts and material handling equipment * Carry out servicing and repairs on cars and light commercial vehicles * Diagnose mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults * Carry out routine inspections and preventative maintenance * Use modern workshop tools and diagnostic equipment * Work safely and to a high standard Who We're Looking For * We're looking for someone who is practical, reliable and keen to learn. * An interest in cars, machinery or mechanics is important, but previous experience isn't essential. * Applicants must meet the relevant SOLAS apprenticeship entry requirements. * Applicant must hold either a full drivers licence or learners permit * Commitment to a 4-year programme that involves both on and off-the-job training which will require travel to designated Solas Centres What We Offer * Paid apprenticeship with pay progression upon successful completion of each Solas phase * Hands-on training with experienced technicians * Experience across a wide range of vehicles e.g. forklifts, cars, commercial vehicles etc. * Training, mentoring and career development * Opportunity for a long-term position once qualified
Wood Manufacturing and Finishing Apprentice
First Year Apprentice Vacancy Ireland’s leading bespoke furniture manufacturer for the hospitality industry are looking for a general operative. Manufacturing bespoke furniture for over 40 years, our talented team of craftspeople have manufactured furniture for hotels, bars, restaurants, cafés and nightclubs across Ireland and across the globe in many other countries, such as the USA, the UK, France, Portugal, Australia, UAE, Denmark, Belgium and many more. Be part of a highly skilled team of craftspeople manufacturing bespoke furniture for the hospitality industry around the world. As you progress in your apprenticeship, you will have the opportunity to travel and fit on-site in some of these amazing venues. What We’re Looking For * Ability to take instruction, with a good attitude and willingness to learn * Reliable and punctual * Interested in woodworking, design, or construction * Hands-on and practical mindset * Full driving licence preferred (or working towards one)
Carpentry and Joinery Apprentice
Profile of Craft Core Skills Carpentry & Joinery Construction The Trade of Carpentry & Joinery is very wide and varied, it encompasses most of the skills required by the Wood Trades. These skills required of the Carpenter & Joiner are not confined to those required to work in wood but include skills in the use of metals, plastics and fabrics. The Carpenter & Joiner is also required to work in a cross section of domains within the overall trade. The following are some examples: Joinery Shop: This section of the occupation requires the Carpenter & Joiner to engage in setting out, production and assembling items of joinery which include stairs, doors, windows and built-in furniture. Site Work: Site work is the construction of buildings or houses which require 1st fixing, formwork roofs and 2nd fixing. This section is split into two categories, constructing/civil engineering contracts. Maintenance: Maintenance work requires the Carpenter & Joiner to carry out a variety of tasks in general maintenance and upkeep of public and private buildings, e.g. shops and factories. There are other areas associated with the trade which include: renovating buildings, shopfitting, exhibition/display work. At the end of the apprenticeship, the craftsperson will be able to demonstrate competence in the following skills: • Construction of upper floors • Construction of flat roofs • Construction of pitched roofs • Construction of hip roofs • Construction of pitching roofs (trussed) • Construction of load and non-load bearing partitions • Fabrication and erection of formwork for walls, columns, floors, stairs • Construction and hanging of the following: • Framed and sheeted doors • Panelled doors • Flush doors • Construction and installation of internal and external door frames • Construction and installation of windows • Carrying out 1st and 2nd fixing on buildings • Operation of the following powered hand tools: • Saw, planer, drill, router, screwdriver, ballistic gun, router, sander, jig saw Generic Skills Specialist Skills Personal Skills • Construction of moulds • Construction of centres for arches • Construction of specialist type joinery • Construction of fittings • Setting out buildings • Site levelling • Communications • Customer relations • Adaptability • Ability to work as a team member • Ability to work independently • Initiative • Problem solving • Planning • Information gathering • Quality systems • Safety • Use and care of hand tools • Interpreting drawings • Measurement • Setting out • Marking out • Planning (production) • Calculations • Work practice • Use of manufactured boards • Fixings • Ironmongery • Basic wood joints • K/D fittings • Setting up and operation of machines for specific operations
Plumbing Apprentice
Profile of Craft Plumbing Construction/Engineering Plumbing work involves the installation and maintenance of plumbing, heating and mechanical services on domestic, commercial and industrial projects, including houses, schools, hospitals, office blocks, apartment blocks, factories as well as pharmaceutical, chemical, food/drink processing facilities. These installations comprise of a wide range of services including pipefitting, welding, soldering on central heating systems, air handling systems, solar heating, hot and cold water supplies, sanitary appliances and sanitation systems, gas pipelines and appliances, compressed air, fire control, steam, chilled water systems and process pipework. At the end of the apprenticeship the Craftsperson will be able to demonstrate competence in the following: Core Skills • Use of plumbing tools and materials • Pipe fitting • Pipe bending • Inspection and testing of pipework • Fault diagnosis • Design/installation of central heating systems including: • solid fuel • gas • oil fired boilers • flues and ventilation • fuel storage and distribution • Design/installation of plumbing systems including: • mains water supply • water treatment • domestic and multi-storey hot and cold water supply • storage tanks, cylinders, calorifiers • sanitary appliances and discharge pipework and systems • Installation of: • gas appliances • fire fighting systems Specialist Skills • Installation of: • underfloor heating • solar heating • steam heating • compressed air systems • vacuum systems • biomass heating • ground source heat pump heating • greywater systems • Commissioning and servicing: • boosted cold water systems • unvented hot water systems • boilers • burners • gas appliances • pumps • Knowledge of: • heating controls • air handling units and air conditioning systems • industrial and process gases and liquids
Plumbing Apprentice
Profile of Craft Plumbing Construction/Engineering Plumbing work involves the installation and maintenance of plumbing, heating and mechanical services on domestic, commercial and industrial projects, including houses, schools, hospitals, office blocks, apartment blocks, factories as well as pharmaceutical, chemical, food/drink processing facilities. These installations comprise of a wide range of services including pipefitting, welding, soldering on central heating systems, air handling systems, solar heating, hot and cold water supplies, sanitary appliances and sanitation systems, gas pipelines and appliances, compressed air, fire control, steam, chilled water systems and process pipework. At the end of the apprenticeship the Craftsperson will be able to demonstrate competence in the following: Core Skills • Use of plumbing tools and materials • Pipe fitting • Pipe bending • Inspection and testing of pipework • Fault diagnosis • Design/installation of central heating systems including: • solid fuel • gas • oil fired boilers • flues and ventilation • fuel storage and distribution • Design/installation of plumbing systems including: • mains water supply • water treatment • domestic and multi-storey hot and cold water supply • storage tanks, cylinders, calorifiers • sanitary appliances and discharge pipework and systems • Installation of: • gas appliances • fire fighting systems Specialist Skills • Installation of: • underfloor heating • solar heating • steam heating • compressed air systems • vacuum systems • biomass heating • ground source heat pump heating • greywater systems • Commissioning and servicing: • boosted cold water systems • unvented hot water systems • boilers • burners • gas appliances • pumps • Knowledge of: • heating controls • air handling units and air conditioning systems • industrial and process gases and liquids
Plumbing Apprentice
Profile of Craft Plumbing Construction/Engineering Plumbing work involves the installation and maintenance of plumbing, heating and mechanical services on domestic, commercial and industrial projects, including houses, schools, hospitals, office blocks, apartment blocks, factories as well as pharmaceutical, chemical, food/drink processing facilities. These installations comprise of a wide range of services including pipefitting, welding, soldering on central heating systems, air handling systems, solar heating, hot and cold water supplies, sanitary appliances and sanitation systems, gas pipelines and appliances, compressed air, fire control, steam, chilled water systems and process pipework. At the end of the apprenticeship the Craftsperson will be able to demonstrate competence in the following: Core Skills • Use of plumbing tools and materials • Pipe fitting • Pipe bending • Inspection and testing of pipework • Fault diagnosis • Design/installation of central heating systems including: • solid fuel • gas • oil fired boilers • flues and ventilation • fuel storage and distribution • Design/installation of plumbing systems including: • mains water supply • water treatment • domestic and multi-storey hot and cold water supply • storage tanks, cylinders, calorifiers • sanitary appliances and discharge pipework and systems • Installation of: • gas appliances • fire fighting systems Specialist Skills • Installation of: • underfloor heating • solar heating • steam heating • compressed air systems • vacuum systems • biomass heating • ground source heat pump heating • greywater systems • Commissioning and servicing: • boosted cold water systems • unvented hot water systems • boilers • burners • gas appliances • pumps • Knowledge of: • heating controls • air handling units and air conditioning systems • industrial and process gases and liquids
Plumbing Apprentice
Profile of Craft Plumbing Construction/Engineering Plumbing work involves the installation and maintenance of plumbing, heating and mechanical services on domestic, commercial and industrial projects, including houses, schools, hospitals, office blocks, apartment blocks, factories as well as pharmaceutical, chemical, food/drink processing facilities. These installations comprise of a wide range of services including pipefitting, welding, soldering on central heating systems, air handling systems, solar heating, hot and cold water supplies, sanitary appliances and sanitation systems, gas pipelines and appliances, compressed air, fire control, steam, chilled water systems and process pipework. At the end of the apprenticeship the Craftsperson will be able to demonstrate competence in the following: Core Skills • Use of plumbing tools and materials • Pipe fitting • Pipe bending • Inspection and testing of pipework • Fault diagnosis • Design/installation of central heating systems including: • solid fuel • gas • oil fired boilers • flues and ventilation • fuel storage and distribution • Design/installation of plumbing systems including: • mains water supply • water treatment • domestic and multi-storey hot and cold water supply • storage tanks, cylinders, calorifiers • sanitary appliances and discharge pipework and systems • Installation of: • gas appliances • fire fighting systems Specialist Skills • Installation of: • underfloor heating • solar heating • steam heating • compressed air systems • vacuum systems • biomass heating • ground source heat pump heating • greywater systems • Commissioning and servicing: • boosted cold water systems • unvented hot water systems • boilers • burners • gas appliances • pumps • Knowledge of: • heating controls • air handling units and air conditioning systems • industrial and process gases and liquids
Mechanical & Electrical Officer
Salary: Scale PO2 SCP 30 - 33 £40,777 - £44,075 per annum Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday 9.00 am to 5.00 pm). Occasionally the post holder may be required to work outside normal office hours to accommodate the needs of the Department. A flexible working scheme is in operation. Duration: Permanent The Council may retain a list of successful reserve candidates arising from this recruitment for any vacancies which may arise which are the same grade and similar duties. Such a reserve list will be compiled and held for a period of 12 months from the date of interview. All employees are expected to model the Customer Care behaviours of “Serve Passionately, Engage Positively and Deliver Consistently.” JOB PURPOSE: The post holder will technically support the Maintenance Team Manager, Building Surveyors and Capital Project Officers on matters relating to mechanical and electrical in the implementation and day-to-day management of service contracts, maintenance needs (planned and reactive) and capital programme delivery. The post holder will also work in collaboration with facility managers, property professionals and direct labour officers to ensure the property aims and objectives of the Council are delivered. The focus of the Mechanical and Electrical Officer is to complete mechanical and electrical condition surveys across the Council estate, prepare planned preventative maintenance plans, specifications, schedules of work and to promote sustainability and energy efficiency in all projects. The post holder will maintain a strategic overview of all electrical and mechanical installations across Council buildings and make recommendations and provide technical support to users and service departments, organising agreed maintenance programmes and implementing service contracts and maintenance works to ensure that the electrical and mechanical installations are maintained to the highest standards within budget limitations. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide technical advice and guidance on electrical and mechanical engineering services as required. Assist with condition surveys of Council buildings, ensuring the inspection of plant and making recommendations for replacement, repair and maintenance together with the estimated costs and production of reports, where applicable. Co-ordinate agreed works for all aspects of electrical and mechanical maintenance for Council properties, whilst ensuring the comprehensive cost effective installation and maintenance of outsourced engineering services. Ensure inspection and testing is undertaken in compliance with statutory regulations and any requirements of the Council’s contracts in respect to programming, in accordance with policy for managing contractors on site. Monitor the safe, correct and efficient functioning of electrical and mechanical services including, but not limited to, lighting, power, emergency lighting, fire detection systems, intruder systems, lifts, call systems, boiler house controls and stand-by generators. Assist Manager and Staff on Water Quality Management issues and monitor related Risk Assessments and documentation. Evaluate and interpret specialist contractor’s reports, certificates and service returns, including auditing of electrical and mechanical contractors work and, where appropriate, make recommendations and implement appropriate actions to rectify defects thus ensuring the safety of building users including the management of minor projects and supervision of work through to completion. Authorise variation works and certify completed works for final payment. Project-manage assigned mechanical and electrical minor works contracts to include: preparation of work specifications, schedules, estimates, contract documentation, invite and evaluate tenders/quotations followed by the procurement/issuing of works orders, together with record-keeping and ensuring compliance with the Council’s Contract Procedure Rules, Financial Regulations and Standing Orders, including checking payments for accuracy and ensuring invoices are processed promptly. Participate in the Council’s out-of-hours emergency call-out system, and attend Council’s buildings in an emergency, if required. Assist with the compilation of annual programmes, revenue works, capital works, together with estimated costs for budgetary purposes for electrical and mechanical services and attend meetings as required to plan and present proposals. Assist the Estates Officers and act as the focal point of contact and technical liaison for designers, contractors, service providers and facility managers on mechanical and electrical matters. Work closely with the Council’s Building Maintenance teams to ensure coordination of all planned proposed work, schedules of work, day-to-day reactive maintenance and service contract needs. Prepare contractual documentation for service contracts, building fabric, mechanical, electrical and minor works; PQQs, ITT, evaluation documents, design briefs, drawings, specifications and contractual documentation in accordance with relevant procurement procedures. Monitor and control of quality, time and cost parameters report thereon as required and be responsible for checking/ auditing and processing of invoices and claims for payment from contractors and consultants on minor and capital works prior to accepting handover/snagging. Conduct rigorous pre and post-inspection site visits at all assigned locations in order to ensure the optimal drafting of specifications and that value for money is being achieved. Evaluate external contractors’ health and safety information making detailed recommendations to ensure that they adhere to and are able to follow documented procedures prior to being accepted, including compliance with health & safety legislation, CDM Regulations, Council’s health & safety policies and procedures, issuing permits and current British and European Standards. Prepare all required documentation including the pre-tender stage Health and Safety Plan and HSE notifications for the purposes of ensuring compliance with the Construction Design and Management (CDM) Regulations where applicable; for maintenance work in the Council’s properties and identify any health and safety hazards during the construction period. Provide project management expertise as required ensuring desired outcomes are achieved to time and budget constraints and undertake the supervision and administration of external sub-contractors and consultants as required. Make recommendations to the Estates and Asset Management Department on annual and future planned maintenance and service contracts requirements. Monitor, assess and review delivery of accessibility modifications to Council properties for the purpose of ensuring compliance with the statutory fire, planning, building regulations and insurance requirements and any other appropriate legislation. Provide technical support and advice in respect of existing and proposed structures, installations, infrastructure and related equipment, and assist in the production of feasibility reports and/or cost estimates on fabric issues as required. Liaise effectively with all design, operational and technical support staff in order to provide efficient co-ordination and integration of cross-disciplinary schemes and projects. Assist the Estates and Asset Management Department on corporate groups i.e. Facility Managers meeting, and participate in working groups, project teams and other ad hoc groupings as requested by the Maintenance Project Officer as well as providing on-site technical guidance to service providers and other Council Officers as required. Undertake any other relevant duties that may be required and are commensurate with the nature and grade of the post. Qualifications and training • A third level qualification (i.e. HNC/HND, Level 4, Degree) in line with the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) in a relevant discipline/subject such as Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Building Services. Experience • At least 3 years’ experience within a property management environment to include: ▪ Carrying out mechanical and/or electrical condition survey work, preparing detailed specifications and schedules, tender briefs, prequalification questionnaires and evaluation methodologies; ▪ Setting up, prioritising and managing mechanical and electrical service programmes of work; ▪ Attending and Chairing site meetings; ▪ Risk analysis and risk management; ▪ Budgetary management and Control; • Experience of specifying and managing mechanical and/or electrical works for a range of term, and main contracts, including technical vetting of their performance and compliance with health and safety regulations. • Experience of carrying out site inspections, preparing surveys, cost estimates and feasibility studies for mechanical and/or electrical works/ projects; • Experience of monitoring the work of Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering consultants and contractors, vetting their invoices and claims for payment. Key skills, knowledge and attributes • Competent in the use of the range of Microsoft applications; • Competent in the use of Auto CAD R14 or later edition, including ADT; • Ability to interpret working drawings and specifications; • Knowledge of various forms of contract and contract procedure; • Working knowledge of relevant codes of practice and standards relating to mechanical and/or electrical Installation and services; • Working knowledge of Fire, Planning and Building Regulations and legislation; • Excellent report writing skills; • Excellent organisations skills; • Ability to work on own initiative; • Ability to work as part of team; • Assertiveness, decisiveness and negotiation skills. Driving Hold a full current driving license (valid in the UK) and have access to a form of transport or *have access to a form of transport which will permit the applicant to carry out the duties of the post in full. *This relates only to any person who has a disability, which debars them from driving.
