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C&D Foods and its affiliates are one of the largest pet food manufacturers in Europe, offering specially-formulated cat and dog food for the private label market. Founded in 1969, C&D Foods and its affiliates have grown to become one of the industry’s leading pet food producers with eight manufacturing sites across Europe supplying quality products to customers around the world. We provide a one-stop-shop for all our customer’s wet and dry pet food needs, from large-scale, low-cost highly-automated facilities to multi-purpose, smaller volume flexible sites. Through our dedicated Nutrition & Research Centre and focus on continuous improvement, we’ve developed a reputation for innovation, collaboration, quality and market expertise. JOB OVERVIEW: At our head office in Mullingar Co. Westmeath we are currently inviting applications for the role of Customer Service Executive (UK & Ireland) to join the Customer Service team. The Customer Service Executive will report to the Customer Service Manager and deliver exceptional service by managing customer orders from entry through to delivery. This role acts as the key link between customers, the Commercial team, and 3PL partners to ensure smooth coordination of all customer orders and sales activities. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Sales Consultant
L'Oréal Group, the world’s leading beauty company, where passion, innovation, and excellence drive everything we do. With over a century of expertise, L’Oréal has redefined the beauty industry, offering a diverse portfolio of iconic brands that inspire and empower millions of consumers worldwide. As a global leader in the dynamic retail world, we are committed to delivering exceptional experiences, setting new standards in customer engagement, and shaping the future of beauty. At L’Oréal, you’ll be part of a vibrant community that thrives on creativity, embraces challenges, and celebrates success. Together, we push boundaries, create trends, and redefine what’s possible. KNOW THE ROLE L’Oréal is looking for a Luxe Beauty Advisor for a 37.50 Fixed Term position to cover a Maternity Leave. A Beauty Guru: You're passionate about all things beauty and love sharing your expertise! You're a pro at giving personalized advice and helping people find the perfect products that make them feel empowered. A Connection Creator : You’re a natural at building authentic relationships and making people feel comfortable. You love chatting with customers, learning about their unique style and helping them create a beauty routing that expresses who they are. A Trendsetter : Being active on social media, you’re always on top of the latest make-up and beauty trends. You know how to connect with people both online and in person, building a community around your passion for skincare. A Go Getter : You’re driven, ambitious and love a challenge. You’re excited to create innovative in-store experiences and achieve amazing results. A Brand Ambassador : You’re a true believer in the L'Oréal Luxe mission and values. You’re passionate about our iconic brands and can’t wait to represent them. KNOW WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR Elevating Customer Experience Delivering the One Luxe Experience : Consistently execute the One Luxe service model, ensuring a premium and personalized experience for every customer. Product Expertise and Storytelling : Confidently demonstrate products, immerse customers into the brands heritage, and offer tailored product knowledge, tips, and techniques to meet customer needs. Embodying Brand Excellence : Act as a L'Oréal Luxe brand ambassador, providing a luxurious customer experience through personalised service and merchandising standards. Staying Trend-Forward : Maintain a strong understanding of the latest makeup, skincare, and wellness trends to provide expert advice and personalized recommendations. Driving Retail Performance Achieving Sales Targets : Consistently achieve individual and counter sales goals as agreed with your line manager. Building Client Relationships : Proactively build authentic relationships with customers, both instore and through digital channels, fostering loyalty and repeat business. Promoting Events and Activities : Inform new and existing customers about upcoming in-store events, promotions, and brand activations. Creating Engaging Experiences : Design and execute innovative, engaging events and animations that drive customer interest and excitement for L'Oréal Luxe brands. Brand Advocacy : Passionately represent L'Oréal Luxe brands and share your expertise on internal and external social media platforms, adhering to company guidelines. Operational Excellence T eamwork and Training : Actively participate in team efforts and complete all required training programs to maintain up-to-date product knowledge and brand expertise. Administrative Responsibilities : Diligently complete daily and weekly administrative tasks, both online and offline, using designated platforms (Tamigo/One Retail) Maintaining Counter Standards : Uphold the highest standards of hygiene and housekeeping, ensuring a clean, organized, and inviting counter environment KNOW HOW WE WORK: Experience is our business: Our customer engagement sets the bar in service and experiential retail, giving our customers something to love every time. We Are More Than Shops: We create enjoyable places, to excite, where people socialise, discover, learn and are inspired, and where local communities are enriched. We are Curators: Our unique range of product and services are key to the sense of excitement that Brown Thomas Arnotts is renowned for, whether for a special day or every day, things that make our customer’s lives better. We Care for Our People: We believe a great customer experience starts with a great people experience. That is why we promote a culture where talent is nurtured and where creativity and learning are valued. We Succeed by Working Sustainably: We are community-focused and our aim is to cultivate retail environments that are conscious, considerate and commercial. Back Share Apply Now
Army General Service Recruit
What is an Army Recruit? An Army Recruit is a person who enlists for General Service in the Defence Forces and on completion of the initial training program is promoted to Private 2*. There are multiple career options available in all Corps on completion of recruit training. The Defence Forces is looking for people who are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the military. You will be fully trained but applicants should have: Barrack locations: Cork, Dublin, Donegal, Galway, Kildare, Kilkenny, Limerick, Louth, Meath, Westmeath. Current Rates of Pay
Naval Service General Recruit
What is a Naval Service Recruit? A Naval Service Recruit is a person who enlists for General Service in the Naval Service, the maritime component of the Irish Defence Forces. The Recruit Training and Able Rate Courses focus on instilling military discipline, physical fitness, seamanship, weapons handling and training in naval operations. This is your opportunity to be part of a professional and dynamic team that patrols and protects Ireland’s territorial waters. You will be fully trained but applicants should have: Permanent Base: Naval Base, Haulbowline,Co Cork Current Rates of Pay
Air Corps General Service Recruit
What is an Air Corps Recruit? An Air Corps Recruit is a person who enlists for General Service in the Defence Forces. The Irish Air Corps General Service Recruitment pathway offers a dynamic and diverse range of opportunities for individuals who are passionate about aviation, safety and teamwork. The Defence Forces are seeking individuals with integrity, dedication and commitment to excellence. You will be fully trained but applicants should have: Base Location: Casement Aerodrome, Baldonnel, Co. Dublin Current Rates of Pay
Retained Firefighter
PARTICULARS OF SERVICE The Council is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates with relevant experience for the position of Part-Time Retained Firefighters. It is proposed to form a panel of qualified candidates from which vacancies will be filled during the lifetime of the panel. QUALIFICATIONS CHARACTER: Each applicant must be of good character. EDUCATION: Each candidate must have obtained a good standard in general education. AGE: Each applicant must not be less than 18 years on the closing date for receipt of application forms. Candidates should not be more than 55 years of age on the latest date for receipt of applications. HEALTH: Each applicant must be free from any defect or disease which would render him / her unsuitable to hold the post and must be physically fit. Before being accepted, he / she will be required to pass a medical examination and any further medical examinations required during his / her employment with the Fire Service. LOCATION: Candidates must reside and work a maximum of 5 minutes of the fire station in which they would like to be stationed. PRINCIPAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Wicklow County Council is recruiting for the following Fire Brigade: • Dunlavin Brigade Each applicant must submit with their application form a letter from their employer which states that he/she has no objection to releasing the applicant as necessary to respond to fire calls. The employment is part-time. The initial employment will be for a probationary period of one year. Normal age of retirement for retained firefighters is 55 years of age; however, in accordance with Circular 04/2024, this may be extended up to 62 years of age, subject to approval and successful occupational health assessments. If progressing with appointment, successful candidates will be required to: • Complete Garda Vetting. • Complete a pre-employment medical assessment. • Attend and successfully complete a Suitability Test. • Attend and successfully complete a three week Recruit Training Course and thereafter. • Attend a two-week Breathing Apparatus Wearers Course. • Attend a one-week Compartment Fire Behaviour Course (usually within the first year of employment). Scheduled dates will be confirmed. DUTIES • He / She shall be available and capable at all times when required for attendance at fires or other type incidents. • He / She shall operate any duty rostering or availability scheme required by the Local Authority where rostering is in place. • Response time to Fire Calls shall generally be 5 minutes after the call is received. • He / She will carry one of the Fire Brigade Pocket Alerters at all times and will be responsible to see that it is kept in proper working order at all times. • He / She must reside and work sufficiently close to the Fire Station to enable him / her to respond promptly to all calls. If at any time his / her availability is affected by change of work or any other reason, he / she will be required to resign. • He / She will be responsible for items of personal equipment issued to him / her in connection with his / her employment. • He / She will carry out all instructions issued to him / her in connection with his / her employment. • He / She will attend weekly training sessions at the local fire station or any other training or courses as required by the Fire Authority during their employment with the Fire Service. • When required, he / she will assist or carry out the cleaning, testing or repair of equipment. • He / She shall carry out further duties that may be assigned to him / her from time to time by the Local Authority. • He / She will inform his / her employer that he / she is applying for the post. • Each member of the Fire Brigade will be required to undergo regular medical examinations as required by the Fire Authority. The medical examination will be carried out by a doctor nominated by the Fire Authority, who will be responsible for the payment of their fee. • Absence from practices or fire calls without good reason will debar payment or retaining fee, and continued absence over a six month period will incur dismissal from the Brigade. REMUNERATION OF PART-TIME RETAINED FIRE-FIGHTER INCLUSIVE ANNUAL ALLOWANCE Circular EL 02/2026 €16,852 - €20,251 per year
Administration Executive
Who are we? Howden is a global insurance group with employee ownership at its heart. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 24,000 employees spanning over 56 countries. People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It’s what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work / life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden. Based in our Clonmel Office, Howden Ireland are delighted to have a vacancy as an Administration Executive who will support the team with all matters and will be an integral part of the organisation. This role is fully office based. About the role To provide full support in all administration matters with the ability to progress within the department and take on additional role responsibilities such as handling client accounts within a relatively progressive period of time. Key Responsibilities
Litter Warden
About Fingal County Council Fingal is a highly attractive place to live, work, visit and do business. It comprises a geographical area of 450 sq.km stretching from Balbriggan in the north, to Blanchardstown in the west and to Howth in the east. The area is defined by the diversity of its landscape and settlement patterns with rural, urban and suburban locations all rolled into one county. There is 88kms of coastline, three large protected estuaries and salt marsh habitats and 13 major beaches. Fingal County Council is one of the county’s major local employers and currently employs approximately 1,600 staff. The Council is mandated to deliver a diverse range of functions and services which can be broadly described under the headings of the provision of physical and social infrastructure, housing, economic and tourism development, community development, recreation and amenity services and the management of the planning and environmental regulatory framework. The role of the County Council as provided for in law is to represent, lead and serve the communities of Fingal. 1. The Role Reporting to the Environment, Climate Action, Active Travel and Sports Directorate, The Litter Warden will play a pivotal role in enforcing litter laws and promoting cleanliness throughout the County as set out in the objectives and actions of the Fingal County Council Litter Management Plan. The Litter Warden will also liaise directly with the Dog Warden Service contractor and the Animal Welfare Section on issues relating to the issuing of Litter Fines, patrols and educational awareness activities. Liaise and co-operate with the Waste Enforcement Section and the Operations Department on issues regarding litter enforcement and illegal dumping. 2. Duties The key duties of the Litter Warden include, but are not limited to: Candidates may be shortlisted for interview based on the desirables listed above. Uniform The person appointed will be required to wear a uniform, including a luminous safety vest, and all other appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (which will be supplied by the Council) at all times when on duty, unless otherwise authorised by the County Council. Particulars of Employment The employment is whole time, permanent and pensionable. 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 (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependent or qualified children). 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 Children’s 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. PROBATION (a) there shall be a period after such employment takes effect during which such persons shall hold such employment on probation, (b) such period shall be one year but the Chief Executive may at his or her discretion extend such period, (c) such persons shall cease to hold employment at the end of the period of probation unless during such period the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory. SALARY €766.61 - €802.34 per week Persons who are not serving local authority employees will be based on the minimum of the scale. Holders of the post 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 post or in respect of any services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. HEALTH For the purpose of satisfying the requirement as to health it will be necessary for successful candidates, before they are employed, to undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the Local Authority. RETIREMENT AGE The retirement age is 70 years. Recruitment A local authority may decide, by reason of the number of persons seeking admission to a competition, to carry out a shortlisting procedure. The number of persons to be invited, in these circumstances, to interview shall be determined by the local authority from time to time, having regard to the likely number of vacancies to be filled. Selection will be by means of an interview conducted by or on behalf of the local authority. Candidates will be required to pay any expenses incurred by them in attending the interview. Panels may be formed on the basis of such interviews. Candidates whose names are on a panel and who satisfy the local authority that they possess the qualification declared for the post and that they are otherwise suitable for employment may, within the life of the panel, be employed as appropriate vacancies arise. The local authority shall require a person to whom employment is offered to take up such employment within a period of not more than 6 weeks and if he or she fails to take up the employment within such period or such longer period as the local authority in its absolute discretion may determine, the local authority shall not employ the person.
Sales Representative
Description Join a Legacy. Grow a Future. For almost 200 years, we have proudly supported Ireland’s builders, tradespeople, contractors, and homeowners with quality products, trusted advice, and dependable service. Our Longford branch is inviting you to shape our growth story for the next generation. We are seeking an experienced Sales Representative to represent us in the Longford region , develop business relationships, and help customers build their projects with confidence. What You’ll Do Build and maintain customer relationships across trade, construction, and domestic sectors Drive new business development and nurture existing accounts Prepare quotations, pricing proposals, and follow-up activities Collaborate with internal teams to ensure excellent service delivery Identify market trends, competitor insights, and growth opportunities Represent our brand at branch events, supplier promotions, and customer days What You Bring Experience in field sales, ideally in a builders merchant or construction environment A customer-first mindset and ability to plan, prospect, and convert opportunities Strong communication, negotiation, and follow-up capability Market or product knowledge in building materials an advantage Full clean driving licence What Makes Us Different - Your Benefits Here, you’re joining more than a job, you’re joining a company where people stay, grow, and belong. We offer: Career Growth & Professional Support · Training and development · Further education assistance · Professional memberships and certification · Internal promotions and career progression Personal & Lifestyle Benefits · Celebrating life events with baby gifts, new home gifts, marriage leave · Paid maternity and paternity leave · Retirement readiness support · Milestone recognition: 5-year service awards, bonus & leave increases Financial & Wellbeing Rewards · Company Vehicle, laptop & mobile phone · Contributory company pension · Death-in-service cover · Christmas bonus · Employee discounts · Employee social events Be part of what we build next.
Senior Library Assistant
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE The Ideal Candidate must be able to demonstrate that they have sufficient experience and a proven track record in the following: • Have knowledge of the structure and functions of the local government library service, of current issues, future trends and strategic direction of library services and an understanding of the role of the Senior Library Assistant in this context • Have a strong sense of commitment to delivering quality public services and be willing to take on a challenge • Be highly motivated and have excellent interpersonal and communications skills • Demonstrate the ability to supervise and motivate a team effectively and maintain productive working relationships within the organisation and with customers • Have effective budget management skills • Have experience of planning/prioritising to meet targets and delegating work appropriately • Have experience of problem solving/decision making • Demonstrate openness and a willingness to adopt new ways of working and involve others in change Desirable Requirements Kilkenny County Council can for any position they advertise, include Desirable Requirements. Desirable Requirements are those that would be beneficial to optimising job performance. Desirable Requirements can be used if necessary to reduce numbers called for interview. It is desirable that each candidate shall: • Possess a high level of ICT proficiency, digital and social media • Have an ability to supervise a team effectively to achieve a common goal, ensuring strong governance, ethics and standards are adhered to and maintained Applicants should satisfy themselves they are eligible under the required qualifications. Kilkenny County Council may not be in a position to investigate the eligibility of all candidates in advance of the interview/examination, and hence persons who are ineligible but nevertheless enter, may put themselves to unnecessary expense. JOB DESCRIPTION Kilkenny County Council Library Service operates in a dynamic and changing environment across its network of 8 branch libraries, one mobile library service, Library Administrative Headquarters including Local Studies. The library service is charged with delivering on the aims and objectives of the sector’s 5-year strategy, "The Library is the Place" (2023–2027) and the local library development plan The Kilkenny Library Development Plan 2025–2029 "Creating Vibrant and Sustainable Communities”. The Senior Library Assistant will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to meet the wide-ranging information, education, research and cultural needs of the citizens of Kilkenny. The role involves supporting managers and colleagues and working as part of a team in meeting work goals and objectives and delivering quality services to internal and external customers. The role requires that employees function in a flexible manner and work effectively together as a team to deliver required outcomes or outputs. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The main duties and responsibilities of the librarian will be consistent with the provision of a modern 21st century public library service that is responsive to the changing requirements of customers of all ages and abilities. The duties will include but are not limited to: • Dealing proactively and professionally with customers across a range of platforms – electronic, phone and in person • Management of information systems and ICT systems • Supervision of staff attendance and performance management • Communicate and liaise effectively with colleagues, managers and customers in relation to operational matters for their work area • Networking and community engagement • Contributing to publicity and promotional activities • General branch management and development • Contributing to events programming – workshops/story times/lectures • Cash and budget management • Ensuring good governance in his/her area of responsibility in respect of health and safety, child protection, data protection, business continuity and other relevant matters, in accordance with Council policies • Maintenance and review of statistical and financial records • Support the library management team/line manager in the implementation of work programmes and initiatives in delivering national and local library strategies and as required by the Council’s objectives and operational plans • Any other duties that may be assigned as part of the overall functioning of the Library Department The above specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. PARTICULARS OF OFFICE TYPE OF POST To form a panel from which Permanent, Fixed Term, Specific Purpose and where applicable Acting-Up contract posts may be filled during the lifetime of the panel. SALARY The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The holder of the office shall pay to Kilkenny County Council any fees or other monies (other than inclusive salary) payable to and received by him/her by virtue of his/her office or in respect of services which he/she is required by or under any enactment to perform. In accordance with EL02/2011 persons who are not serving Local Authority employees must be placed on the minimum of the scale. Where a person being appointed is a serving Local Authority employee normal starting pay rules will apply. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with government policy. The current salary scale for the position is €36,113 minimum of the scale to €55,460 maximum of the scale inclusive of LSI’s. 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 SUPERANNUATION CONTRIBUTION 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. It applies to all first-time entrants to the Public Service as well as former public servants returning to the public sector after a break of more than 26 weeks. Your contributions will be made up of 3% of your gross pensionable remuneration and 3.5% of your net pensionable remuneration (your gross pensionable remuneration less twice the value of the Contributory State Pension). Your normal retirement age under this scheme is the same age at which you can claim the Contributory State Pension. The minimum age for receipt of this pension is Age 66. There is a compulsory retirement age of 70 years. Persons who commenced in Public Service Employment after 6th April 1995 and prior to 1st January 2013 Persons who became pensionable employees after 6th April 1995 and prior to 1st January 2013, without a break in employment, will join the Local Government (Superannuation) (Consolidation) Scheme 1998. Contributions are payable at the rate of 1.5% of your basic salary, 3.5% of basic salary less twice the value of the Contributory State Pension and a further 1.5% is payable for spouse and children’s contributions. ‘Non-New Entrants’ have a minimum retirement age of 60 and a compulsory retirement age of 70. ‘New Entrants’ have a minimum retirement age of 65 with no compulsory retirement age. Persons who commenced in Public Service Employment before 6th April 1995 Their minimum retirement age is 60 and they have a compulsory retirement age of 70. Contributions are 5% of basic salary and 1.5% of basic salary towards Widow’s & Orphan’s or Spouse & Children’s Scheme. PENSION ABATEMENT If the appointee was previously employed in the Civil Service or in the Public Service please note that the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 (Section 52) includes a provision which extends abatement of pension for all Civil and Public Servants who are re-employed where a Public Service Pension is in payment. This provision to apply abatement across the wider public service came into effect on 1 November 2012. This may have pension implications for any person appointed to this position that is currently in receipt of a Civil or Public Service pension or has a preserved Civil or Public Service pension which will come into payment during his/her employment in this position. Prior to appointment, successful applicants will be obliged to complete a declaration in relation to previous Public Service pensionable employment. PENSION ACCRUAL A 40-year limit on total service that can be counted towards pension where a person has been a member of more than one pre-existing public service pension scheme shall apply. PROBATION The following provisions shall apply: • There shall be a period after such appointments take effect during which such persons shall hold such office on probation • Such period shall be one year but the Chief Executive may at his/her discretion extend such period • Such persons shall cease to hold such employment at end of the period of probation unless during such period the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL QUESTIONNAIRE / EXAMINATION For the purposes of satisfying the requirement as to health, it will be necessary for each successful applicant, before he/she is appointed, to respond to a medical questionnaire which is submitted to a qualified medical practitioner nominated by Kilkenny County Council. HOURS OF WORK The post is wholetime. The person appointed will be required to work a 35-hour week which equates to a 7-hour day. Five days over a six-day period at any time from Monday to Saturday, including evenings every week. The post entails a wide range of duties which require maximum flexibility, involving regular evening and weekend attendance where necessary. The person appointed may be required to work outside of normal hours on occasion. Hours may be subject to change as required. The holder of the office may be based in any of the branch libraries or in Library HQ and will be expected to travel to and work in other library service points as required. ANNUAL LEAVE Annual leave entitlement for this position is 30 days per annum in accordance with Department of Environment, Community & Local Government Circular LG(P) 07/2011. TRAVEL The holder of the post must hold a full driving licence for Class B vehicles free from endorsement or disqualification and shall drive a motor car in the course of their duties and for this purpose provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the Local Authority. It is Kilkenny County Council policy that all staff using their private cars for work purposes, regardless of the frequency should: • Indemnify Kilkenny County Council on their personal insurance policy • Note business class on their personal policy • Ensure that the vehicle is fit to be on the public road When applicable for specific roles, travelling and subsistence expenses necessarily incurred in the course of official duties will be refunded in accordance with appropriate rates. If during your employment your licence is revoked, even temporarily, or if you receive endorsements on your licence which may affect your duties, you are obliged to notify the Council immediately. LOCATION The holder of the office may be based in any of the branch libraries or in Library HQ and will be expected to travel to and work in other library service points as required. SAFETY, HEALTH & WELFARE The holder of the post shall comply with Kilkenny County Council’s Safety Management System and make proper use of all safety clothing and equipment. Failure to comply may result in disciplinary action. TRAINING It is a condition of employment that successful applicants will be required to participate in training programmes relevant to the skills necessary for the performance of the duties attaching to the post. POLICIES & PROCEDURES The post-holder will be expected to abide and adhere to the policies & procedures applicable to Kilkenny County Council. SELECTION PROCESS The selection process may include: • Submission of completed applications and required supporting documents • Eligibility and shortlisting of applicants on the basis of information submitted • A competency-based interview which may be conducted face to face or remotely • Panel formation STAGE – SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS Applicants should complete the Application Form online via the advert link or through the www.kilkennycoco.ie link. Applicants are required to submit their applications electronically, along with the required documentation. Applicants should retain a copy of their Application Form for their own personal reference. Once fully completed applications supported by the prescribed evidentiary proof of meeting minimum qualifications and eligibility requirements are submitted, this information cannot be amended. When completing the employment history section on the Application Form please ensure all periods of employment and unemployment are recorded and accounted for. The submission of photo identification is an essential requirement and can include one of the following forms of ID only: Passport, Drivers Licence, Public Service Card or Safe Pass. STAGE – ELIGIBILITY & SHORTLISTING OF APPLICATIONS Kilkenny County Council will conduct a preliminary verification of eligibility of applicants. This will comprise both the minimum requirements as outlined and the mandatory documentation specified for the competition. The decision of Kilkenny County Council as to the applicant meeting the eligibility criteria is final. Kilkenny County Council may decide, due to the number of applicants, to carry out a shortlisting procedure. This may involve a desktop analysis of applications and/or a shortlisting interview. Shortlisting may be based on eligibility criteria, qualifications, relevant experience, competencies and other relevant information submitted on the Application Form. Kilkenny County Council reserves its right to shortlist applicants in the manner it deems most appropriate.
