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This is a full-time permanent post. To register and apply for this job, go to Play Development Officer (link opens in new window). You can also download the job description, employee specification and terms and conditions for this job. As Protestants and males are currently known to be under-represented in this job group, in Belfast City Council, applications from these groups would be particularly welcome. And as young people (people under the age of 35), people with a disability and people from minority ethnic communities are currently under-represented in Belfast City Council, applications from these groups would be particularly welcome. As part of our commitment to equality of opportunity we offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) for disabled applicants. Further information can be found in the Application Pack. Belfast City Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit.
Woodland Officer
There is currently one permanent full-time post and three full-time ‘fixed term’ contract posts until 30 June 2028 and one full-time ‘fixed term’ contract post until 31 December 2026, subject to review. To register and apply for this job, go to Woodland Officer (link opens in new window). You can also download the job description, employee specification and terms and conditions for this job. As females are currently known to be under-represented in this job group, in Belfast City Council, applications from this group would be particularly welcome. And as young people (people under the age of 35), people with a disability and people from minority ethnic communities are currently under-represented in Belfast City Council, applications from these groups would be particularly welcome. As part of our commitment to equality of opportunity we offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) for disabled applicants. Further information can be found in the Application Pack. Belfast City Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit.
Enforcement Officer
There are currently two permanent, full-time posts. To register and apply for this job, go to Enforcement Officer (link opens in new window). You can also download the job description, employee specification and terms and conditions for this job. As Protestants are currently known to be under-represented in this job group, in Belfast City Council, applications from this group would be particularly welcome. And as young people (people under the age of 35), people with a disability and people from minority ethnic communities are currently under-represented in Belfast City Council, applications from these groups would be particularly welcome. As part of our commitment to equality of opportunity we offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) for disabled applicants. Further information can be found in the Application Pack. Belfast City Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit.
Business Administration Apprentice
There are up to five Business Administration Apprenticeship vacancies within Belfast City Council. An information session will be held Wednesday 25 June 2025 at Europa Hotel from 12 noon to 2pm with a formal presentation at 12.30pm. The session will offer an opportunity to speak to council officers about the role. There will also be staff on hand to give more information on the benefits of working at BCC, and to provide guidance on completing applications. To register for the information session: email: hrdevelopmentunit@belfastcity.gov.uk To register and apply for this job, go to Business Administration Apprentice (link opens in new window). You can also download the job description, employee specification and terms and conditions for this job. As Roman Catholics and females are currently known to be under-represented in this job group, in Belfast City Council, applications from these groups would be particularly welcome. And as young people (people under the age of 35), people with a disability and people from minority ethnic communities are currently under-represented in Belfast City Council, applications from these groups would be particularly welcome. As part of our commitment to equality of opportunity we offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) for disabled applicants. Belfast City Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit.
Property And Legal Assistant
There is currently one permanent, full time post. To register and apply for this job, go to Property and Legal Assistant (link opens in new window). You can also download the job description, employee specification and terms and conditions for this job. As females are currently known to be under-represented in this job group, in Belfast City Council, applications from this group would be particularly welcome. And as young people (people under the age of 35), people with a disability and people from minority ethnic communities are currently under-represented in Belfast City Council, applications from these groups would be particularly welcome. As part of our commitment to equality of opportunity we offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) for disabled applicants. Further information can be found in the Application Pack. Belfast City Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit.
Portfolio And Programme Coordinator
This is a full-time permanent post. However, a reserve list will be created for this post and it is intended that further permanent and/or temporary posts will be filled from that reserve list in the future. To register and apply for this job, go to Portfolio and Programme Coordinator (link opens in new window). You can also download the job description, employee specification and terms and conditions for this job. As Protestants and males are currently known to be under-represented in this job group, in Belfast City Council, applications from these groups would be particularly welcome. And as young people (people under the age of 35), people with a disability and people from minority ethnic communities are currently under-represented in Belfast City Council, applications from these groups would be particularly welcome. As part of our commitment to equality of opportunity we offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) for disabled applicants. Belfast City Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit.
Cemetery Operative
There are two full-time, permanent posts. To register and apply for this job, go to Cemetery Operative (link opens in new window). You can also download the job description, employee specification and terms and conditions for this job. As females are currently known to be under-represented in this job group, in Belfast City Council, applications from this group would be particularly welcome. And as young people (people under the age of 35), people with a disability and people from minority ethnic communities are currently under-represented in Belfast City Council, applications from these groups would be particularly welcome. As part of our commitment to equality of opportunity we offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) for disabled applicants. Further information can be found in the Application Pack. Belfast City Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit.
Driver With Labouring Duties Up To T
A permanent vacancy currently exists within Mid and East Antrim Borough Council for the following post and applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates:- Driver with Labouring Duties up to 7.5t 37 hours per week Scale 4 and in the range SCP 9-13 (Currently £26,409 - £28,163) Location – Ballymena MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB PLEASE NOTE: Only application forms containing all the information, which has been sought, will be considered. The shortlisting panel will base shortlisting decisions on the information contained within the Essential Criteria narrative sections of the application form. It is the applicant’s responsibility to provide sufficient relevant information including dates in this section of the form for each criteria. Applications will only be accepted on the application forms provided; Curriculum Vitaes will not be accepted. Closing date for receipt of completed applications is Monday 7 July 2025 at 4pm.
Assistant Scientist
The Assistant Scientist will work as part of multi-disciplinary teams within the Environment Department of Offaly County Council. The role requires comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the Waste Management Act 1996, as amended, and the Local Government (Water Pollution) Act 1977-1990, as amended, and the associated enforcement obligations of a Local Authority. The Assistant Scientist shall operate under the direction of and report to the Senior Executive Engineer and must undertake those duties as assigned to them by their Supervisor. The Assistant Scientist shall also report to the Senior Engineer and Director of Services of the section to which they are assigned or any other person designated by the Director of Services. The role requires flexibility in terms of working hours as the duties may involve working outside of normal office hours, as required. Key general duties include: • Work to enforce EU and national environmental legislation and policy with particular reference to the Waste Management Act and the Local Government (Water Pollution) Act, as amended, and related legislation; • Carry out investigations, audits and prepare reports on official complaints received from the public in respect of illegal waste or water pollution activities which may be in breach of EU and national legislation; • Appoint and manage environmental consultants and contractors carrying out Risk Assessment, Intrusive Site investigations and Environmental Sampling; • Prepare summary and indictable files for submitting to Legal Advisors and the DPP for the prosecution of offences in breach of environmental legislation. To attend District Court and Circuit Court representing Offaly County Council as expert witness for criminal proceedings; • Participate in National Working Groups relating to waste, air, noise, water quality, wastewater treatment systems, as appropriate; • To assist with profile-raising and awareness relating to waste prevention, recycling, illegal dumping, water quality issues through media and elsewhere through radio/TV interviews, press releases/articles, electronic media and talks, in line with the communications plan; • Co-ordinate the data requirements for the RMCEI plan and NEMIS system; • Carry out Health and Safety duties including toolbox talks, risk assessments, method statements and incident reporting; • Supervise staff and ensure compliance with Offaly County Councils health and safety protocols and standards; • Assist the Council’s H&S Co-ordinator in the implementation of Safety Management System; • Assist the Council’s Energy Engineer in the implementation of the Energy Management System (ISO 50,0001) as it pertains to the section. • Prepare tender requests for services and purchase of instruments and materials; • Use Technology such as Drones, Survey Equipment, Overt and Covert CCTV to detect environmental breaches; • Any other duties as may be assigned to the officer from time to time by the local authority and may include the duty of deputising for other officers of the local authority, when required, and such duties as may be assigned to them in relation to the area of any other local authority • If assigned to the Waste Enforcement section duties will include: • Assist the Waste Enforcement Team in the creation of team plans, workplans and procedures including the Recommended Minimum Criteria for Environmental Inspections (RMCEI) Plan and directions from the Regional WERLA Office; • Carry out and assess Environmental Risk Assessments of Unauthorised Waste Disposal Landfills; • Conduct site Monitoring, inspection and audits of Waste Facility Permit/Certificate of Registration Sits and preparation of reports; • Review and validate Annual Return data submitted by Waste Collection Permit Holders to the National Waste Permit Office. To liaise with the EPA, NWCPO, WERLA on priority waste collectors; • Review and validate the data provided by the Waste Facility Permit/ Certificate of Registration holders against the National Waste Permit Office returns; • Assess and examine Waste Facility Permit /Certificate of Registration applications under the Waste Management (Facility Permit and Registration) Regulations 2007; • Liaise with the National Waste Collection Permit Office in relation to permit queries and ensure waste collectors are compliant with their returns; • Monitor and inspect Development Sites to assess Construction Environmental Management Plans and Waste Management Plans; • Implement Environment legislation relating to Producer Responsibility Initiatives; • Carry out inspections and audits relating to the Landfill Levy Regulations 2002, as amended; • Carry out investigations, audits and prepare reports on official complaints received from the public in respect of Air and Noise Complaints, Waste Management (Prohibition of Waste Disposal by Burning) Regulations, Air Pollution Act 1987, Solid Fuel Regulations 2022 and the EPA Act 1992; • Contribute to the development and implementation of Air Quality Roadmaps for designated locations • Oversee the management of Civic Amenity Sites and Bring Banks owned by Offaly County Council; • Carry out investigations, audits and prepare reports on the Waste Regulations (non-exhaustive list) Commercial Food Waste Regulations, Household Food Waste Regulations, Household and Hazardous Waste, Mercury Regulations, Waste Planning, Assessment of Historic landfills; • Assist in joint road checkpoints and reports. If assigned to the Water Quality Team duties will include: • Assist the Water Quality Team in the creation of team plans, workplans and procedures including the Recommended Minimum Criteria for Environmental Inspections (RMCEI) Plan. • Carry out Statutory Septic Tank inspections under the EPA’s National Inspection Plan and use EPA Apps for uploading of Septic Tank and incident inspections; • Perform Farm inspections and cross compliance reporting of offending farms as required by the GAP Regulations and/or support GAP NAIP assigned colleagues; • Engage with farmers to identify and manage risks to water quality arising from their farming operations; • Review planning applications regarding water quality issues and compliance; • Assist with the Statutory Water Framework Directive sampling programme and ensure that it is completed to a high standard; • Perform moderate to complex sampling investigations for river assessment work and water pollution incidents. Any other duties as may be assigned to the officer from time to time by the local authority and may include the duty of deputising for other officers of the local authority, when required, and such duties as may be assigned to them in relation to the area of any other local authority. The role requires flexibility in terms of working hours as the duties may involve working outside of normal office hours. The Assistant Scientist will be required to undertake training as provided by the local authority, from time to time. KEY COMPETENCIES 1. Management and Change Political Awareness • Has a clear understanding of the political reality and context of the local authority. Safety, Health & Welfare at Work • Fully implements safe systems of working in accordance with the Corporate Safety Statement for their area of work. 2. Delivering Results Problem solving and decision making • Can pinpoint the critical information and can address issues logically Acts decisively and makes timely, informed and effective decisions. Operational Planning • Contributes to operational plans and develops team plans in line with priorities and actions for their area of operation, having regard to corporate goals, operational objectives, available resources • Establishes high quality service and customer care standards • Organising work programmes and implementing solutions. Managing Resources and achieving efficiencies • Manages the allocation, use and evaluation of resources to ensure they are used efficiently to deliver on operational plans • Drives and promotes reduction in costs and minimisation of waste. Ensuring Compliance • Abides by the laws, regulations and policies and procedures affecting your employment and the discharge of your duties. Delivering Quality Outcomes • Promotes the achievement of quality outcomes in delivering services, which are linked to the corporate priorities, with a focus on continuous improvement • Evaluates the outcomes achieved against operational plans, identifies learning and implements improvements required. 3. Performance Through People Leading and Motivating • Leads, motivates and engages others to achieve quality results. Managing Performance • Empowers and encourages people to deliver their part of the operational plan. Communicating Effectively • Has effective verbal and written communication skills • Has good interpersonal skills. 4. Personal Effectiveness Resilience and Personal Well-Being • Remains calm under pressure and can separate personal issues from work issues • Values the well-being of staff and others by managing stress levels and work-life balance. Integrity & Public Service Values • Is honest and trustworthy in all dealings. Personal Motivation and Initiative • Is enthusiastic about the role and is motivated in the face of difficulties and obstacles • Does more than is required or expected, anticipating situations and acting to pre-empt problems QUALIFICATIONS 1. CHARACTER Candidates shall be of good character. 2. HEALTH Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. CITIZENSHIP Candidates for any of the above panels must, by the date of any job offer, 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 is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or (e) 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 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. 4. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE ETC. Each candidate must on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms for the office: (a) Hold an honours degree (Level 8 in the National Framework of Qualifications) in a relevant science discipline. And (b) have at least two years work experience in the natural waters science area; And (c) possess a high standard of technical training and experience. And (d) Hold a current full driving license in respect of category B vehicles or equivalent in the EU Model Driving License on the latest date for the receipt of completed applications. REQUIREMENTS, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS It is essential that the ideal candidates have: • Ability to develop and maintain productive relationships with customers and stakeholders; • Ability to build networks and successfully influence key internal and external stakeholders; • Effective written and verbal communication skills, with experience in the preparation of technical reports and the delivery of presentations to a varied audience in various formats • Ability to pinpoint the critical information and address issues logically; • An ability to prepare and present technical reports; • Ability to deal with complex and confrontational situations; • Effective investigational skills and the ability to respond to complaints; • Excellent organisation skills and possess the drive to deliver the required results; • Strong Information & Communication Technology (ICT) skills; • Good understanding of environmental policy, regulation and waste management / water quality/pollution principles; • Experience of interpreting and implementing policy and legislation; • Suitable experience relating to the control and supervision of staff. It is desirable that candidates demonstrate, through their application form and at the interview stage, the following: • Comprehensive knowledge of the Waste Management Acts, 1996, as amended; • Experience of enforcing waste legislation and implementing local authority obligations under the National/Regional Waste Management Plan; • Comprehensive knowledge of the Local Government (Water Pollution) Act 1977-1990, as amended; • Experience of enforcing Water Pollution legislation and/or implementing local authority obligations under the Water Framework Directive, River Basin Management Plan, and Good Agricultural Practice for the protection of waters regulations; • Familiarity with river catchment management and assessment; • Budgetary Management Skills; • Have good knowledge and awareness of the statutory obligations of Health and Safety Legislation and the implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace. PARTICULARS OF OFFICE The Post: The post is temporary, whole-time and pensionable. A panel will be formed for an initial period of one year and this may be extended for a further year at the discretion of the Chief Executive. The panel will be used to fill appropriate vacancies that may arise for its duration. Vacancies will be offered in order of merit as per the panel. Salary: The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the post will be paid at the appropriate point on the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Department Circular. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay. The current salary scale applicable to the post of Assistant Scientist is: €46,802 -€72,609 (LSI 2) Duties: The duties of the post are to give to the local authority, and a) such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Acts 2001 and 2014, is Chief Executive, and b) to any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority, or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in subparagraph (a) of this paragraph under the general direction and supervision of the Chief executive or such other employee as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate services of an executive, administrative or management nature as may be required by any local authority or body herein before mentioned in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties to exercise such powers, functions and duties as may be delegated to him/her by the Chief Executive from time to time, including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The post holder will, if required, act for an employee of a higher level. The post holder may be required to work outside his/her normal job description from time to time. Work Base: Offaly County Council reserves the right to assign you to any department or premises in use by the Council, now or in the future. Changes in location of employment will not result in payment of disturbance money or other compensation. The person appointed will be required to provide him/herself at his/her own expense with the necessary mode of travel to and from work. Working Hours: The working hours at present provide for a five day, thirty-five hours working week, hours may vary from time to time. The working hours may be reviewed at any time by the Council. The post may require flexibility in working outside of normal hours, including at weekends, as necessary. No additional remuneration will be paid in respect of such activities. The provisions of Offaly County Council’s Time and Attendance Policy is applicable to this grade at the current time. Annual Leave: The current annual leave entitlement is 30 days. Granting of annual leave, payment for annual leave and arrangement for public holidays will be governed by the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 (as amended) Sick Leave: The terms of the Public Service Management (Sick Leave) Regulations 2014 as amended will prevail. Probation: Appointees will be on probation for the first year of employment. The terms of the Offaly County Council Probation Policy will apply. Superannuation: Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012: New members joining the Public Sector on or after 1st January, 2013 will be required to join the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. The Single Scheme applies to all pensionable first-time entrants to the Public Service as well as to former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks. A rate of PRSI contribution will be required of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 3% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5%, 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 dependant or qualified children). This includes a contribution to a Spouse’s and Children’s Scheme. Pension and retirement lump sum based on career-average pay, pensions will be co-ordinated with the State Pension Contributory (SPC). For persons who commenced public sector employment prior to 1st January 2013: Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (ie. 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). Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. All persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority will be required in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Childrens Contributory Pension) Scheme to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the scheme. Retirement: Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012: The compulsory retirement age for new entrants as defined by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 is 70 years. Minimum pension age of 66 years, rising to 67 years and 68 years in line with State Pension age changes, is applicable. Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 2004: There is no mandatory retirement age for ‘New Entrants’ from 1st April, 2004 to the public service as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. 65 years is the minimum age at which a person may be paid. As a new entrant to the public service, under the terms of this legislation, new entrants will not be required to retire on grounds of age. Anyone who is not a ‘New Entrant’ to the public service, defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004 is subject to compulsory retirement age of 65 years. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Energy Officer
In addition to the range of opportunities available for making a significant impact on your community and county, South Dublin County Council is renowned as an excellent workplace that offers a rewarding career and a conducive working environment for many individuals. Working for South Dublin County Council will give you the opportunity to gain experience at the heart of local government and to develop your career in a diverse work environment. We recognise the value of our employees, can offer a diverse range of job and career options, can provide plenty of scope for career progression and can provide structured training and personal development We also offer flexible working arrangements including blended working arrangements, a positive work environment, training and development opportunities, a defined career path and the opportunity to make a difference. The role In accordance with the Climate Action and Low Carbon Development (Amendment) Act 2021, each local authority is required to prepare and implement a Local Authority Climate Action Plan. This is to ensure a coherent approach to climate action across the administrative and political structures of local authorities in Ireland. The SDCC Climate Action Plan 2024-2029 establishes a pathway for the council to deliver the necessary reductions in greenhouse gas emissions and improvements in energy efficiency, through measurable actions set out within the plan. Completion of the actions will allow SDCC deliver the four key targets of the plan • 50% improvement in the Council’s energy efficiency by 2030; • 51% reduction in the Council’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2030; • To make Dublin a climate resilient region, by reducing the impacts of future climate change-related events; and • To actively engage and inform our communities on climate action The role of the Energy Officer is to work as part of the Climate Action Team with the overall goal to achieve the required improvements in energy efficiency, which will lead to reductions in energy consumption and green gas emissions. To assist in achieving this, the council is in the process of implementing ISO 50001 Energy Management System accreditation. The Energy Officer is a critical member of the team required to achieve the accreditation and, more importantly, working with all council departments to help identify and deliver future opportunities for ongoing improvements in energy management across the organisation. The Energy Officer will chair regular Energy Management Team meetings, consisting of department representatives who are deemed Significant Energy Users. The Energy Management Team, led by the Energy Officer, will report organisational energy usage, review best practice, review changes in legislation, develop guidance, awareness and training, provide relevant data to assist in the SEAI M&R reporting and develop a register of opportunities for the council to implement energy saving projects, of varying scale and complexity, across the organisation. Current projects with the Energy Officer involvement include • Monitoring the progress and energy saving outcomes related to the upgrade of the council 30,000+ streetlights to energy efficient LEDs. • Providing input into the implementation of a new SDCC Fleet Management System, to ensure real time collection of vehicle usage data, in order to meet SEAI reporting requirements and allow for improved decision making as part of the council’s transition to a zero-emission fleet. • Lead a team to appoint an Energy Service Company through the procurement of an Energy Performance Contract, for the decarbonisation and management of council highest energy consuming buildings. • Develop a strategy and procurement model for the delivery of single technology energy upgrades to council buildings (depots, libraries and community buildings) • Facilitate staff training through “Reduce Your Use” campaigns to raise awareness of the benefits of reducing energy usage in staff working and personal lives. • Responsibility for the implementation and management of ISO 50001 Energy Management System, in order to coordinate council activities and ensure all energy data for the organisation is collated and reported on, to meet statutory compliance • The role will include delivering on the energy commitments in the Local Authority Climate Action Charter, and any other relevant agreements that SDCC may commit to. As it can be seen, the Energy Officer is a key member of council staff who will help identify, develop and deliver decisive actions to halve SDCC greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 and reach net zero by no later than 2050. The office is wholetime, permanent and pensionable. A panel will be formed to fill permanent and temporary vacancies. Persons employed will be required to work in any location within the South Dublin administrative area. The Council reserves the right to reassign the postholder to an equivalent post at its discretion. Salary €59,067 - €61,217 - €63,366 - €65,520 - €67,672 - €69,823 - €71,976 - €74,116 - €76,280 - €78,425 - €80,897 (1st LS1) - €82,108 (2nd LSI). Hours of Work The successful candidates’ normal hours of work will be 35 hours per week. The Council reserves the right to alter your hours of work from time to time. Annual Leave Annual leave entitlement for this position is 30 days. Health Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Essential Education, training, experience Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: 1. Hold an honours degree (level eight in the National Framework of Qualifications) in Engineering, Planning, Science, Environmental Science, Architecture, Energy Management or equivalent. 2. Have at least five years satisfactory relevant experience, of which a minimum of two years energy management experience. 3. Possess a high standard of technical training and experience and demonstrate a record of excellent project management skills resulting in successful outcomes, simultaneously managing and coordinating multiple projects of differing scale, nature and complexity, bringing them to conclusion on time and budget. 4. Possess a high standard of administrative experience. 5. Possess team management and coordination experience, demonstrating a successful track record in managing and motivating staff. 6. Have satisfactory knowledge of local authority operations and an understanding of local authority responsibilities in relation to energy efficiency and carbon reduction and climate action. 7. Have excellent interpersonal, communication and influencing skills. Desirable Education, training, experience 1. Demonstrate knowledge and experience in climate action adaption and mitigation, with an understanding of climate action policy at national, regional and local levels and the targets set for emission reductions and energy efficiency improvements. 2. Demonstrate robust knowledge of ISO 50001, Monitoring and Reporting and accountability for delivering on climate action targets. 3. Have a knowledge of Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) and associated energy efficiency campaigns and funding / grant schemes. 4. Demonstrate a high level of technical knowledge and experience in project deliver. 5. Have a good knowledge of building construction and building services with a particular focus on energy management. 6. Have experience of building strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels and be capable of working in close collaboration with key partners and in seeking cooperation and consensus with a range of bodies and representative groups. 7. Have good communication skills and be experienced in meeting regularly with stakeholders, providing updates, presentations and reports, taking feedback and ensuring any learning is used to enhance the operations of the organisation. 8. Have technical report writing skills and ability to communicate findings to a nontechnical audience. 9. Have good problem-solving skills and have experience in contributing to the operations and strategic planning processes and in the implementation of the agreed aims. 10. Have competency in the area of information technology (IT). 11. Good knowledge of the statutory obligations of Health and Safety legislation, and their application in the workplace. 12. An understanding of local authority services and structures or have the ability to quickly acquire same. Key competencies / skills • Management and Change • Delivering Results • Performance Through People • Personal effectiveness • Local government knowledge and understanding Candidates are requested to give an example of a situation which highlights the behaviour, skills and attitude that underpin effective performance in these areas and which demonstrates their suitability to meet the challenges of this role. Candidates should ensure the example used clearly demonstrates their ability in this area and that the scale and scope of the example given is appropriate to the post and level of the post. Duties The duties include, but are not limited to the following: • Lead the council’s Energy Management team, to deliver on energy / emission targets and objectives including: • Developing and maintaining relationships with key Significant Energy Users within the local authority and developing a knowledge of their activities and energy / emission project needs and providing advice in the delivery of projects. • Working with all local authority departments and collaborating with others as is necessary to ensure deadlines are met and any barriers to deadlines are highlighted early. • Identify and manage the delivery of opportunities for necessary energy improvements required as part of the ISO 50001 Energy Management System. • Assist in the development and implementation of best practice and policy changes to assist the council achieve all aspects of energy related targets. • Working with CoDEMA, CARO, SEAI, Local Authorities and other state agencies to build effective relationships. • Maintain good knowledge in relation to changes, in EU and National legislation such as Energy Performance in Building Directive, Energy Efficiency Directive and Clean Vehicles Directive, relating to the impact on councils’ operations. • Assist the Climate Action Team in the delivery of energy related projects, to ensure the council meets its statutory obligations as a building owner, occupier and or tenant. • Lead in the implementation and management of ISO 50001 Energy Management System, including: ▪ Convening energy dedicated meetings and workshops with Significant Energy Users (SEU) owners in each of the relevant local authority departments. ▪ Generating energy performance reports for SEU’s in line with ISO 50001 requirements. ▪ Ensure all necessary and statutory monitoring and reporting related to the council energy consumption is maintained and submitted as required. ▪ Identify and manage the delivery of energy and emission saving projects that can be evaluated by the Energy Team and incorporated into the Energy and Emission Investment Strategy 2030, a Register of Opportunities and Annual Action Plans. • Monitor and report on requirements for the local authority which involves: • Managing / assisting in the maintenance of Monitoring and Reporting database for SEAI (Meter Point Reference Numbers (MPRNs), Gas Point Reference Numbers (GPRNs), Unmetered Public Lighting, Fleet fuel, other machine fuels and so on). ▪ Supporting local authority departments in collecting and sorting of all data annually to meet monitoring and reporting requirements. ▪ Annual monitoring and reporting to SEAI and data verification. ▪ Identification of potential energy efficiency projects on an ongoing basis. ▪ Mentor local authority departments in ensuring all energy / emission statutory obligations of the local authority are met; Monitoring and Reporting, Display Energy Certificates (DECs), Non-Domestic Building Energy Ratings (ND-BERs), Building Audits, Organisational Audit, including: ▪ Assist in the generation of DECs (Display Energy Certificates) for public buildings. ▪ Supporting the local authority in priorities and addressing the gaps in meeting their energy / emission statutory obligations. ▪ Assist and / or support the procurement of services to carry out feasibility studies and energy audits of local authority facilities. ▪ Assist in the implementation of energy efficiency and emission reduction measures across the local authority. • Work as a key part of the Climate Action Team of the local authority to meet implementation and reporting commitments of the Covenant of Mayors and the delivery of energy, emission reductions and climate actions of the Local Authority Climate Action Plan. • Assist in the development and implementation of the Decarbonising Zones. • Collaboration with the SDCC Advisor in supporting and leading communities in the development of Sustainable Energy Communities (SEC). • Undertake any other duties as may be required to support the implementation of the local authority’s agenda on energy efficiency and emission reduction. The Energy Officer will operate under the direction of the Senior Engineer and the Director of Service of the section to which they are assigned, or any other person designated by the Director of Service. They must undertake those duties as assigned to them by their Supervisor. Notwithstanding the requirements of the post successful applicants may be assigned to any service area / role within the Local Authority at an analogous level by the Chief Executive at any time. These duties are indicative rather than exhaustive and are carried out under general guidance.
