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Role Purpos The purpose of this role within the relevant business unit and for HIQA as a whole: The post holder will work as part of the Registration Team within the Regulation Directorate to support the work of the Directorate. The remit of this role encompasses administrative duties, project support, internal and external stakeholder engagement, and the execution of quality activities specific to the work of the Registration Team. The successful candidate will also support the Registration Programme Coordinator in the line management of Clerical Officers including task allocation, training delivery and solution identification. Behavioural Expectations The way that HIQA people are expected to work to role model HIQA values: The incumbent of this role is expected to demonstrate HIQA’s values in the delivery of every day work and interactions with clients and colleagues, by putting people first, being fair and objective, being open and accountable, demonstrating excellence and innovation and working together. Common Tasks Team Member • Seek clarity on the tasks associated with own role • Complete tasks in compliance with policies and procedures • Adhere to relevant legislation, standards and internal audits • Fulfil any mandatory or professional competency requirements • Maintain confidentiality and a professional approach • Raise any concerns in relation to workplace health and safety • Actively identify learning needs and development opportunities • Actively contribute as a team member • Follow direction and take on new and different tasks • Set and achieve performance goals that contribute to HIQA strategy • Regularly seek feedback to meet performance expectations and goals Common Tasks Manager Team management: • Set clear strategic direction and action plans for direct reports • Build team cohesion and cultivate an engaged, productive environment • Undertake regular coaching, performance feedback and development conversations with direct reports • Ensure direct reports access appropriate training and development • Plan for and manage recruitment activity and vacant roles • Manage staff retention and attrition effectively Operational management: • Contribute to business planning and knowledge management • Forecast and manage resources in line with available budget • Ensure that policies and procedures in area are current and adhered to • Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety standards • Meet audit requirements and ensure legislative compliance • Report on performance and relevant business measures as required • Identify risks, and develop contingency plans where necessary • Identify inefficiencies and implement improvements to work practices Role Specific Tasks The key tasks and activities associated with the role: The nature of the tasks and activities associated with the role will vary accordingly. It will involve: • Team management to include work allocation, mentoring and performance management • Carry out quality assurance and quality control checks, adopting a solution focused approach to areas of concern • Team training and competency development • Escalation point for the team in regard to quality and completeness of registration records • Ensure records are maintained in line with regulatory management system requirements • Support the response to correspondence received in line with policies and procedures • Records management of meetings/co-ordination of actions and related follow up • Coordination and development of new policies, SOPs, guidance • Support the organisation of events and meetings • Work as part of a team to support and deliver the Directorate/Pillars business plan objectives • Participate, as required, in internal quality assurance and quality improvement programmes • Undertake other duties and responsibilities as may be determined by your line manager or Registration Operations Manager • Communicate effectively with stakeholders both internally and externally The contents of any role description are not exhaustive and are intended to be indicative of the scope of the role. Qualifications The qualifications that are essential to effectively meet the requirements of the role: In determining your eligibility the following are the essential qualifications that will be assessed as part of the shortlisting stage of the selection process. • Has obtained a minimum of Grade D (or post 2017 Leaving Certificate O6 grade) in at least five subjects in the Established Leaving Certificate Examination or equivalent; Or • Has passed an examination at the appropriate level within the National Framework of Qualification or equivalent which can be assessed as being comparable to Leaving Certificate standard or equivalent or higher. The qualifications that are desirable to effectively meet the requirements of the role: • Degree qualification (Level 7 on the National Framework of Qualifications or equivalent) in a discipline deemed relevant by the Authority. Experience The experience that is essential to effectively meet the requirements of the role: In determining your eligibility the following are the essential knowledge and experience that will be assessed as part of the shortlisting stage of the selection process. • A minimum of three years’ experience working in an administrative role with at least one year’s experience in a supervisory position relevant to the post. Other knowledge and experience that are deemed necessary for the role. The candidate must be able to clearly demonstrate the following: • Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. • Demonstrate ability of completing tasks accurately in an operationally complex and busy environment. • Experience of using a document management system such as SharePoint, in line with General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The experience that is desirable to effectively meet the requirements of the role: • Experience of working in a regulatory environment. • Skilled knowledge of Customer Relationship Management systems. Principal Conditions of Service Probation A probationary period of six months applies to this position. Pay Candidates will be appointed on the minimum point of the salary scale (€38,419) and in accordance with the Department of Finance guidelines. The rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation. The incremental progression for this scale is in line with Government pay policy. The salary scale for this position is as follows: Executive Officer (PPC) €38,419 €40,360 €41,456 €43,594 €45,510 €47,364 €49,211 €51,024 €52,890 €54,749 €56,722 €58,044 €59,928¹ €62,601² After 3 years’ satisfactory service at the maximum After 6 years’ satisfactory service at the maximum Entry will be at the first point of the scale. An exception may occur where an appointee has been serving elsewhere in the public service in an analogous grade and pay-scale. In this case the appointment may be assimilated to the nearest point of the advertised salary scale with their incremental date adjusted accordingly. Please note the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Superannuation Pensionable public servants (new joiners) recruited on or after 1 January 2013 will be members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. Please note that the Single Public Service Pension 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. In certain circumstances, for example, where the public servant was on secondment or approved leave or remains on the same contract of employment, the 26-week rule does not apply. The legislation giving effect to the Scheme is the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012.
Seasonal Grounds Person
Salary Scale 3 SCP 7 to 9 £26,403 to £27,254 per annum, weekend enhancement and irregular hours may be earned. Hours 37 hours per week Monday to Sunday plus additional hours as required to meet the needs of the post. Evening and weekend working may also be required. Start and finish times will vary depending on work location. JOB PURPOSE The post holder will work as a member of the outdoor spaces maintenance team under the general direction of a Head Grounds person or team leader and be responsible for undertaking both basic and skilled work in parks, playing fields, landscaped areas and open spaces either individually or as part of a team. The post holder will be required to work flexibly regarding time, place and type of work assigned within the Borough in the field of amenity horticulture including the care and maintenance of buildings, sports equipment, sports facilities, general amenity areas, parks and play areas and work diligently, efficiently and effectively to achieve assigned personal and team tasks to the required quality and within the allotted timescales. The post holder will be required to develop personal competence in the use of plant and equipment and provide customer care services at parks and sports grounds. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Carry out horticultural operations, including planting trees, shrubs and plants. Carry out grass cutting, hedge cutting and pruning. Carry out labour associated with soil cultivation, fertiliser spreading, site preparation and constructional labouring. Carry out sports facility maintenance as and when required to include preparation and constructional labouring. Maintain games facilities and areas including spiking, aeration, scarifying, top dressing, fertilising and also marking of games areas and erection and dismantling of posts. Load, unload and move equipment and materials such as mowers, barrows, plants, soil, fertilisers, horticultural items and sundries. Assist higher graded gardeners with their work. Be responsible for opening and closing park facilities as required, including setting alarms. Maintain the orderly condition of grounds, including sweeping, hoeing, raking, mowing, edging, and removal of litter, rubbish or illegal dumping. Maintain buildings, including cleaning such as sweeping, mopping and dusting, and movement of equipment and materials such as tables, chairs and machinery. Make decisions on whether to close sports facilities due to adverse weather conditions or acts of vandalism. Use powered hand tools and light plant to perform duties, including routine maintenance, pre and post operational checks, defect reporting, cleaning and record keeping for such equipment. Maintain all tools and equipment in a satisfactory condition including cleaning of garden tools and basic cleaning and maintenance of lawnmowers. Carry out administrative duties associated with grounds maintenance work. Supervise the use of parks, sports fields and facilities including maintenance and orderly conduct by the public in line with Council Byelaws, ensuring general safety, giving guidance and dealing with complaints in relation to the relevant site. Provide training to allocated staff within the competency of the post holder. Drive allocated vehicles as required including ride on mowers, tractors, pick ups and small vans, including care, routine maintenance, pre and post operational checks, defect reporting, cleaning and record keeping. Be responsible for the care and routine maintenance including pre and post operational checks, defect reporting and cleaning of vehicles, plant equipment and tools as assigned from time to time. Carry out application of chemical pest control methods under instruction. Distribute and gather information through questionnaires and surveys. Undertake duties in other Environmental Services areas such as waste and cemeteries. Undertake any other relevant duties required and commensurate with the nature and grade of the post. Experience Six months experience in two or more of the following areas: • Operating a variety of grass cutting machinery • Horticulture skills • Sports attendant duties Key Skills, Knowledge and Attributes • Ability to work as part of a team • Good communication skills • Excellent customer care skills • Ability to work on own initiative with minimal supervision • Ability to work to deadlines • Commitment to quality work • Commitment to safe working Driving Hold a full current driving licence valid in the United Kingdom including category B Working Arrangements and Flexibility 37 hours per week Monday to Sunday plus additional hours as required to meet the needs of the post. Evening and weekend working may also be required. Start and finish times will vary depending on work location.
Grounds Person
Salary Scale 3 SCP 7–9 £26,403 – £27,254 per annum (pro rata). Irregular hours or shift allowance may be earned. Hours 25 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm). The post holder may be required to work additional hours, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays. Job Purpose The post holder will work as a member of the outdoor spaces maintenance team under the general direction of a Head Grounds Person or Team Leader. They will be responsible for undertaking both basic and skilled work in parks, playing fields, landscaped areas, and open spaces, either individually or as part of a team. The post holder will be required to work flexibly regarding time, location, and type of work assigned within the Borough in the field of amenity horticulture. This includes the care and maintenance of buildings, sports equipment, sports facilities, general amenity areas, parks, and play areas. They must work diligently, efficiently, and effectively to achieve assigned personal and team tasks to the required quality and within set timescales. The post holder will also be required to develop personal competence in the use of plant and equipment and provide customer care services at parks and sports grounds. Main Duties and Responsibilities Carry out horticultural operations, including planting trees, shrubs, and plants. Carry out grass cutting, hedge cutting, and pruning. Carry out labour associated with soil cultivation, fertiliser spreading, site preparation, and construction labouring. Carry out sports facility maintenance as required, including preparation and construction labouring. Maintain games facilities and areas, including spiking, aeration, scarifying, top-dressing, fertilising, marking of games areas, and erection/dismantling of posts. Load, unload, and move equipment and materials such as mowers, barrows, plants, soil, fertilisers, and other horticultural items. Assist higher-graded gardeners with their work. Open and close park facilities as required, including setting alarms. Maintain the orderly condition of grounds (e.g., sweeping, hoeing, raking, mowing, edging, and removal of litter, rubbish, or illegal dumping). Maintain buildings, including cleaning (sweeping, mopping, dusting) and moving equipment and materials (tables, chairs, machinery). Make decisions on whether to close sports facilities due to adverse weather conditions or vandalism. Use powered hand tools and light plant equipment, including routine maintenance, pre- and post-operational checks, defect reporting, cleaning, and record keeping. Maintain all tools and equipment in satisfactory condition, including cleaning garden tools and basic maintenance of lawnmowers. Carry out administrative duties associated with grounds maintenance work. Supervise the use of parks, sports fields, and facilities, ensuring orderly conduct by the public in line with Council Byelaws, maintaining safety, providing guidance, and handling complaints. Provide training to allocated staff within the competency of the post holder. Drive allocated vehicles as required, including ride-on mowers, tractors, pick-ups, and small vans, ensuring proper care, maintenance, checks, and record keeping. Take responsibility for the care and maintenance of vehicles, plant equipment, and tools, including inspections, defect reporting, and cleaning. Carry out the application of chemical pest control methods under instruction. Assist in the distribution and collection of information through questionnaires and surveys. Undertake duties in other Environmental Services areas (e.g., waste management and cemeteries). Undertake any other relevant duties as required, appropriate to the nature and grade of the post. Experience • At least 12 months’ experience in two or more of the following areas: – Operating a variety of commercial grass-cutting machinery. – Amenity horticulture skills. – Sports ground maintenance. Key Skills, Knowledge, and Attributes • Ability to work as part of a team. • Good communication skills. • Excellent customer care skills. • Ability to work on own initiative with minimal supervision. • Ability to work to deadlines. • Commitment to quality work. • Commitment to safe working practices. Driving • Hold a full current driving licence (valid in the UK), including Category B. Working Arrangements / Flexibility 25 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm). The post holder may be required to work additional hours, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
Material Services Supervisor
Position Description The Role of the Material Services Supervisor (MSS) is to develop and manage a Supply Chain Team effectively in order to deliver all work programmes to the highest standards while maximising Team Performance. The MSS has responsibility for the safe and cost-effective management of material under their control. Key Responsibilities Salary €49,000 - €56,000 per annum.
Material Services Supervisor
Position Description The Role of the Material Services Supervisor (MSS) is to develop and manage a Supply Chain Team effectively in order to deliver all work programmes to the highest standards while maximising Team Performance. The MSS has responsibility for the safe and cost-effective management of material under their control. Key Responsibilities Salary €49,000 - €56,000 per annum.
Meter Reading / Data Collection Team Member
Position Description The primary role will involve supporting the Team Leader of Data Collection in various operational tasks within the section. In addition, there will be an opportunity to work closely with associated areas within ESB Networks such as Retail Market Services (RMS), Database, Meter Registration Service Operator (MRSO), Smart Metering and Revenue Protection. This role would suit an ambitious self-starter, interested in working in Wilton, Cork and intent on developing a career within ESB Networks. Key Responsibilities Salary €33,000 - €40,000 per annum
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:
Butcher
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the Meat Department operates efficiently and effectively at all times and provide our customers with excellent quality and products and services. The ideal candidate will have/be: Craft butchery course is desirable Numerical skills 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 HACCP training is beneficial but not essential. Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Maintain retail cuts at a high standard in accordance with customer needs Drive sales through ensuring SOPs and store standards are met on a daily basis Merchandise and present department to the highest standard Implement planograms correctly Control stock rotation so that quality and freshness of goods is of the highest standard Manage waste and shrink in the department Ensure continuous improvement in the Meat Department by remaining up to date with new products and initiatives Enhance product knowledge by gaining information from a range of sources and share ideas, suggestions and builds Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
Off-licence Manager
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the Off-Licence operates efficiently and effectively at all times and provides customers with excellent quality products and services The ideal candidate will have/be: 2 years€,, experience in a Supervisor/Manager role is desirable Completion of WSET Level 2 or an alternative wine course is desirable A good knowledge of wine, craft beer and premium spirits Creative Excellent communication skills Ability to engage with and prioritise customer needs Strong attention to detail, organised and flexible Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Main Duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Drive sales through KPI reports, financial reports, brand initiatives, customer initiatives and employee knowledge Adhere to weekly stocktaking procedures and ensure they are accurate and any necessary action is taken in the Off-Licence Ensure purchasing of stock is carried out in accordance with procedures and control of stock rotation, so that the quality of goods is of the highest order so as to maximise turnover Merchandise and present the department to the highest standard at all times and in accordance with relevant store planograms and guidelines Monitor and control department overheads (i.e. packaging, cleaning equipment etc.) Enhance product knowledge by gaining information from a range of sources and share ideas, suggestions, builds on existing procedures/processes with employees and management Ensure all staff reporting to you are competent in any duties required and are given adequate training relevant to their tasks.
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:
