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The Role Maynooth University is committed to a strategy in which the primary University goals of excellent research and scholarship and outstanding education are interlinked and equally valued. We are seeking an experienced candidate for a specified purpose post of Executive Assistant to join our team in the Department. The person appointed will have a proven record of administrative work to support a range of activities relating to the work of the Department. The role will involve a broad range of administrative duties in support of the Department’s activities. We are seeking a person with excellent organisational, administrative and IT skills, and extensive experience of working in a busy office environment. The candidate must be able to demonstrate an ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines on their own initiative. The person must be discreet, trustworthy and capable of dealing with confidential material. The successful applicant will work as part of an administration team with the Administrative Manager. While the candidate will be assigned to the social policy programmes in the first instance, they will be expected to collaborate with the Admin Team to provide cover across the Department. Principal Duties Administrative and other duties: Faculty and Research Institutes The Faculty of Social Science comprises a range of academic Departments including the Department of Applied Social Studies. The role of the Faculty is to co-ordinate the academic activities of individual departments, to oversee the strategic development of departments and to support interdepartmental programmes. The University has also developed a number of interdisciplinary institutes to support excellent research and to build research capacity across disciplines. Department The Department of Applied Social Studies has 15 academic staff and offers undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, based on its teaching and research strengths in Social Policy, Social Work and Community and Youth Work in a vibrant learning environment. The Department of Applied Social Studies has an established record for innovative, transformative professional and academic work reflecting its mission which is: “To promote human rights, social justice and equality, nationally and internationally through excellence and innovation in education, research and public engagement that contribute to the development of the social professions and applied social sciences.” Forty years ago, in the early 1980s, Maynooth University was the first university in Ireland to offer professional programmes in Community and Youth Work. Since then, the Department of Applied Social Studies has earned an unrivalled reputation for teaching, research, and development in these areas. Professional programmes are offered at both Bachelor and Masters levels. The Department also offers a professional Doctor of Social Science programme. More recently the Department has introduced a professionally approved postgraduate Masters programme in Social Work. In 2002 the Department established Social Policy as the core subject in a Bachelor of Social Science Degree programme, which has grown in popularity since. A Master of Social Science (Rights and Social Policy) programme was introduced in 2011. Staff in the Department supervise a growing number of PhD students in Social Policy and Applied Social Studies. Particular areas of interest currently include inequality and poverty; inequality and identities; state-civil society relations and public policy; policy analysis; social policy as it relates to community, youth, children and families, gender, age, sexuality, disability, race and ethnicity; criminal justice, drugs, housing, education, mental health, care, domestic violence, human trafficking, hate crime; comparative and European social policy; environment, sustainability and social justice. Tenure This is a full-time post for a specified purpose, anticipated to be 1 year in duration. Salary Executive Assistant (2025): €32,530 – €48,930 (13 points). Appointments will be made in accordance with public sector pay provisions. Hours of Work A 35-hour working week is in operation in respect of full-time positions (pro-rated for part-time positions). This can be reviewed or adjusted from time to time through national agreements. Location The place of work is the campus of Maynooth University, Maynooth, Co. Kildare.
Warehouse Supervisor
At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world. Lilly is currently constructing a Next Generation Biotech Drug Substance Manufacturing Facility in Limerick. This facility will be Lilly’s most technically advanced manufacturing site and will include next-generation manufacturing technologies and advanced data collection and analysis platforms that will deliver improvements in safety and quality, and increased productivity and process performance. The Warehouse Supervisor provides leadership and direct supervision to Warehouse Operators at the Logistics Centre in Limerick. Operating within a live, fast-paced environment, the Supervisor ensures that daily warehouse activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with production and service level targets. As the site continues to scale toward full operational capacity, the Warehouse Supervisor plays a key role in optimising workflows, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, and developing the team to meet increasing volume and complexity. The Supervisor is the management representative on shift, responsible for maintaining operational control, resolving issues in real time, and ensuring consistent performance across all warehouse functions. Key Responsibilities: The Supervisor provides direct supervision to the Warehouse Operators at the Logistics Centre in the Limerick site. Initially, the Supervisor will be responsible for leading a team of Warehouse Operators and carrying out tasks associated with bringing the new facility to full operational capacity. The Supervisor will be responsible for directing activities within the Logistics Centre to support Production operations. The Supervisor will provide oversight of inbound, outbound, weigh and dispense, and sampling activities within the Logistics Centre, as well as supporting inventory management and material flow. People Management:
Quality Coordinator
Background: Veolia is Ireland’s leading environmental services company. We provide a comprehensive range of energy, waste and water solutions and are dedicated to carbon reduction, protecting the environment and building the circular economy. We offer all employees a benefits package as standard which includes full VHI cover, pension and education assistance. When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture. Overview of the role The purpose of the Quality Coordinator is to work closely with R&A team members and other Ireland senior managers in order to both support and improve performance on quality improvement initiatives across the organisation. This role will ensure that processes, services, and outcomes meet established standards and continuously improve over time. This role will develop strong working relationships with other R&A team members to support operations and, where appropriate, support and liaise with external stakeholders, regulators and customers. Day to Day of the Role: Please note: If you are an EU/EEA national, you will be asked to show proof of right to work in Ireland. If you are a non-EU/EEA national , you will require current and valid permission to work and reside in the Republic of Ireland. Information on legislation and guides to the procedures in relation to obtaining greencard permits ,work permits, spousal/dependant permits is available on the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation website.
Community Warden
The Role: Community Wardens are frontline service employees who are involved in the delivery of a wide range of key local authority services in the heart of communities. The Community Warden service has a Countywide remit which may involve the distribution of duties on a functional, electoral or geographic area basis. The distribution of duties in this way may be adjusted from time to time in the interests of flexibility and organisational efficiency. For the most part Community Wardens will be required to carry out duties as outlined below throughout the County, to include rotation between areas as required, with flexibility to move geographically across the County in response to requirements. The successful candidate will be required to work under the direction and supervision of the appropriate line manager and carry out duties as may from time to time be assigned to him/her in relation to his/her employment and as may be appropriate. The Qualifications: Character Each candidate shall be of good character. Health Each candidate shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Citizenship Candidates 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 (f) 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. Education and Experience Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (i) Have reached a standard of education sufficient to enable them to carry out the duties of Community Warden satisfactorily; (ii) Have adequate experience relevant to the post and the ability to work on own initiative without constant supervision; (iii) Be able to demonstrate an awareness/understanding of the role and function of a Community Warden; (iv) Be capable of writing clear and concise reports and keeping work records; (v) Have a good knowledge and previous experience in Safety, Health & Welfare at Work and in dealing with the public; (vi) Hold a current full Class B Driving Licence, free from endorsement; (vii) Hold a valid Safe Pass Card* Each candidate will demonstrate through their application form and at interview (if called for interview) that s/he has: Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with relevant Departmental Circulars. Offers of appointment to persons who are not serving local authority employees will be based on the minimum of this scale. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the office shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their office or in respect of services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. Residence: The holder of the post shall reside in the district in which his or her duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof and will be required to serve in the Local Authority’s Offices, or wherever assigned by the Local Authority. Leitrim County Council reserves the right to, at any time, re-assign an employee to any Department now or in the future. Leitrim County Council reserves the right to, at any time, assign an employee to any premises in use by the Council now or in the future.
School Transport Bus Escort
This job description is intended as a guide to the general range of duties and is intendedto be neither definitive nor restrictive. It will be reviewed from time to time in accordance with the evolution of the role of School Transport Escort. RESPONSIBILITIES OF BUS/TAXI ESCORT • Must ensure that they are on the bus/taxi at time of first pick-up and last set down. • Are responsible for the safety of children when opening and closing doors prior to ‘stop’ and ‘move off.’ • Assisting children to board and alight safely from the school bus/taxi. • Making sure all children are seated with appropriate straps, harnesses where provided. • Ensure that each pupil is received by some responsible person at the set down point. DUTIES OF BUS/TAXIESCORT • Supervision of children travelling on bus/taxi • Maintain a good working relationship with the driver of the bus/taxi. • Act as liaison between Principal and/or Class Teacher and parents when required i.e., conveyance of messages and letter to parents. • Observe confidentiality in all aspects of work. • Be aware of particular disabilities of children in the bus/taxi and be briefed by the Principal on how to deal with same, e.g., epilepsy etc. • Perform any other duties relevant to the position of escort which may be assigned by the Principal from time to time. • Unless under exceptional circumstances, the escort should never leave the bus/taxi. • The escorts position on the bus/taxi should be where maximum control of children is achieved i.e., at back of bus/taxi. • Report all concerns to the Principal and/or Class Teacher. RATE OF PAY €15.50 per hour plus €1.24 holiday pay. Holiday pay is paid thrice yearly at Easter, in Summer and in December.
Home Energy Assessment Sales Agent
About Us Activ8 Energies: Activ8 Energies are actively seeking a HEA Sales Agent to join our new One Stop Shop Department here in Carrickmacross, Co Monaghan. At Activ8 we're dedicated to empowering homeowners and businesses towards self-sustainability through exceptional customer experiences and innovative products. Be part of an industry that's shaping the future of our planet. Why Join Us? At Activ8, we’re not just about energy efficient upgrades, we’re about people. You’ll join a team that values:
Substitute Transport Escorts
Kilkenny and Carlow Education and Training Board will be forming a substitute panel of Transport Escorts for positions that may arise during the school academic year 2025/26 Please note:
Substitute Transport Escorts
Kilkenny and Carlow Education and Training Board will be forming a substitute panel of Transport Escorts for positions that may arise during the school academic year 2025/26 Please note:
Senior Training Advisor/Authorised Officer
Job Title Senior Training Advisor/Authorised Officer - Dublin College Loughlinstown Grade Grade VII Nature and Duration of Contract Permanent in accordance with General Conditions of Employment. Department / Function Senior Training Advisor/Authorised Officers (STA/AO) provide a critical role in ensuring a high quality on-the-job experience in apprenticeship. STA/AO’s approve employers before they can register apprentices, progress the registration of apprentices and provide a point of contact for apprentices in addition to general monitoring of compliance with the Code of Practice for apprenticeship. Reporting To Designated member of Management Team Loughlinstown Location of Post Dublin College Loughlinstown Salary Scale €60,610 p.a. - €73,516 p.a. Long service Increment 1, €76,149 after three years satisfactory service at the maximum. Long Service Increment 2, €78,794 after three years satisfactory service at LSI 1 New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of current experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. Annual Leave 29 working days per annum (pro-rata). Working Week 35 hours per week (exclusive of one hour lunch) Probation In accordance with S.I. No. 686/2022 - European Union (Transparent and Predictable Working Conditions) Regulations 2022, the period of probation shall not exceed 12 months. Superannuation Membership of the ETB Superannuation Scheme and of the ETB’s Spouses and Children’s Scheme is automatic and compulsory. A panel may be formed from which future similar vacancies may be filled; such panel will remain active for a maximum period of 6 months. Dublin and Dun Laoghaire Education and Training Board is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment to posts within the ETB is on the basis of qualifications and the ability to carry out the responsibilities of the grade or post. Citizenship Requirements Candidates should note that eligibility to compete for posts is open to citizens of the European Economic Area (EEA) or to non-EEA nationals with a valid work permit. The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union along with Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway. Swiss citizens under EU agreement may also apply. Please visit the link below for updates to these requirements: https://www.workplacerelations.ie/en/what_you_should_know/coming_to_work_in_ireland/ Please note you must advise if a work permit is required by you before commencing employment with Dublin & Dun Laoghaire ETB. This requirement should be notified as soon as possible. Equality, Diversity & Inclusion In accordance with ETB’s commitment to equality of opportunity for all job applicants, you are asked to request any reasonable accommodation in sufficient time to ensure you can participate fully in the recruitment process. Please contact recruitment@ddletb.ie should you require any assistance. Job Objectives Duties and Responsibilities
Apprentice HGV Mechanic
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a second or third year apprentice to join Cork Airport's mechanical team. This position will be part of the Mechanical Department who are responsible for maintaining the fleet of fire vehicles/maintenance/other vehicles and the mechanical components/plant & machinery in the Terminal/Airport Buildings. It involves working in conjunction with the department in developing new and carrying out existing preventative maintenance on all elements of the mechanical business. Responsibilities Key Areas of Responsibility of the Department: Responsible for maintenance/repair/preventative maintenance of the following: • Fire Vehicles • All Maintenance Plant & Equipment • Other vehicles • Firefighting pumps and equipment • Auto electrical repair • Conveyor systems • Plant & Equipment Qualifications • The position requires that the person must be pursuing an academic qualification in the following: Heavy-duty diesel engine maintenance. Electronics/ Autoelectrics. Hydraulic/ Pneumatics. Plant/ Equipment maintenance. • Good knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics, repair and overhaul of diesel & petrol engines, a working knowledge of plant and equipment. • It is desirable that the candidate should possess a clean HGV driving licence. • The candidate must have a strong independent work initiative and be capable of working within a team. • He/she should be outgoing, a decision maker and a motivated worker who is able to work closely with other disciplines and also on his/her own initiative. • The successful candidate should have the skills and values necessary for working in a participative environment and be committed to the implementation of the Compact for Constructive Participation. daa is an equal opportunities employer committed to celebrating diversity & inclusion and recognising the value that difference can bring, both for our business and for our people. We encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experience. We ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all and offer reasonable accommodations to applicants at all stages of the selection process Any offer of employment will be conditional on the successful candidate demonstrating and maintaining eligibility to work in Ireland.It is a condition of your employment with daa to achieve and maintain the necessary training and security standards required for your position at all times
