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Introduction to Role: Are you ready to turn deep process expertise into dependable, compliant manufacturing that gets medicines to patients faster? This role places you at the technical heart of our sterile fill-finish operations in Athlone, accelerating new product introductions and strengthening routine supply. You will lead technology transfer execution, design and run process studies, and transform data into actions that underpin process qualification and regulatory submissions. Working side by side with Manufacturing, Engineering, Automation, Quality, and Process Development, you will troubleshoot in real time, embed best practices for single-use systems, and ensure materials and documentation are always transfer-ready. How would you apply your experience to de-risk transfers and elevate process performance from day one? Accountabilities: Desirable Skills/Experience: • Experience in technical services support in drug product manufacture and/or process development and/or manufacturing support. • Experience in relevant unit operations including formulation, sterile filtration, filling and visual inspection activities of the drug product manufacturing process. • Comprehensive understanding of cGMP requirements for clinical and commercial biopharmaceutical manufacturing and the ability to implement best practices. • Experience of technology transfers and implementing new clinical and commercial biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes. • Prior experience in the use of single-use systems (single-use mixers, manifolds) would be an advantage. • Ability to present and defend the technical aspects of manufacturing operations. • Self-motivated, detail-oriented, enjoys an interactive environment and works well within a team.
Sales Advisor
These are permanent part-time 8 & 20 hours positions based in the H&M Athlone store. For this position we will require 2-5 days flexibility, including the weekends. WHAT YOU’LL DO As a H&M Sales Advisor, you will be essential in delivering an exceptional shopping experience. Some of your responsibilities will include:
Hotel Receptionist
Whether in our kitchens, dining rooms, event venues or offices, our singular purpose is to captivate guests with our unparalleled quality, service, and food and wine knowledge. We achieve this only through the excellence, innovation and passion of our team members. Staff Benefits Include: - Company Funded Educational Programs - Discount on Dining options of up to 50% - Reduction on accommodation for family and friends - Discount for Spa treatments and products - Wellness Days - Employee Assistance Program - Use of Health Clubs - Staff Dining Facilities - Staff Parking Requirements - Fluent English - Knowledge of Opera system desirable - Excellent Customer Service Skills - Report Writing, Data Analysis and strong Administration Skills - Previous Experience/Training in a similar role is desirable - Excellent Oral and Written Communication - Leaving Certificate or equivalent, 3rd level Hospitality Diploma preferred - Intermediate Computer Skills - Excellent Grooming This role requires the ability to build and grow their knowledge and understanding of every aspect of the Resort's facilities whilst creating a 5 star first impression. They must also deal with all the Guest requests and Front Desk requirements. The ideal candidate must possess the ability to anticipate the guest needs and deal with it accordingly. If you are seeking a rewarding career that involves first rate training and education, mentoring and development, attractive compensation, and inspiring rewards and recognition, consider joining The Fota Collection.
Assistant Fire Officer
SECTION 1: THE ROLE Cork County Council Fire & Building Control Department performs the Council’s functions as Fire Authority and Building Control Authority. These functions are managed and delivered through four divisional offices which are located in Mallow, Midleton, Bantry and a headquarter office which is located at County Hall Campus, Cork. The Assistant Fire Officer works as part of a multi-disciplinary team within a division of the Fire & Building Control Department to deliver key local authority services such as; building inspections, fire prevention, fire safety engineering, building control, community fire safety, fire service operations, major emergency management and co-ordination of Civil Defence. Assistant Fire Officers are key members of staff responsible for the delivery of public safety services. Reporting to an Assistant Chief Fire Officer, or such designated persons as may be assigned from time to time, the Assistant Fire Officer will work as part of a team within the Fire & Building Control Department. He/She will also be required to work independently on his/her own initiative as circumstances demand. SECTION 2: DUTIES The duties may include but are not limited to the following and 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. Technical assessment of Fire Safety Certificate and Building Control applications. Provide technical advice to design teams and other council departments in relation to Fire Safety and Building Control matters. Inspect buildings under the Fire Services Act, the Building Control Act and Dangerous Substances legislation, compile inspection reports and carry out all necessary follow-up action. Represent Cork County Council in District and Circuit Courts on matters relating to Fire Safety and Building Control. Ensure compliance in the workplace with the requirements of Health & Safety legislation. Perform duties in relation to Community Fire Safety, Fire Operations and Emergency Management as may be assigned. Undergo such training as considered appropriate to the performance of the duties of the office. Undertake any other duties which are appropriate to the post and necessary for efficient and effective performance. SECTION 3: ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA / QUALIFICATIONS 1. Character Each candidate must be of good character. The successful applicant will be subject to Garda Vetting prior to any appointment being confirmed. 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. Education, Training, Experience etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms for the office – a) Hold, in the National Framework of Qualifications: i. A degree at Level 8 in engineering, architecture, or other building construction related discipline, or ii. A professional qualification equivalent to one of the foregoing awarded by the relevant professional body, or iii. A degree at Level 8 in a science or technology related discipline including physics, chemistry, environmental or computer science, information communications technology; or a fire related discipline including fire safety, emergency management or emergency services, or iv. A degree at Level 8 together with a Level 9 qualification in a fire related discipline including fire safety, emergency management or emergency services. b) Have at least 2 years satisfactory relevant experience. c) Be competent to perform efficiently the duties of the Office. 4. Age Age restrictions shall only apply to a candidate where he/she is not classified as a new entrant within the meaning of the Public Services Superannuation Act, 2004. A candidate who is not classified as a new entrant must be under 70 years of age. 5. Transport Holders of the office shall hold a full driving licence for Class B Vehicles as recognised in the Republic of Ireland 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. 6. Required Skills Set In the context of the key duties and responsibilities for the post of Assistant Fire Officer listed above, the ideal candidate should demonstrate through their application form and at the interview that they have knowledge and experience of: • Building design and construction; • Building Regulations; • Fire service operations; • Telecommunications and information technology; • Technological and industrial processes. (Candidates should have satisfactory knowledge and experience in one or more of the above.) The successful candidate will be supported with training and mentoring as necessary in the following areas: a) Technical Fire Safety b) Building Regulations c) Fire Service Operations SECTION 4: COMPETENCIES A Competency Based Application form requires you to describe some of your personal achievements to date that demonstrate certain competencies (necessary skills and qualities) required for the position for which you are applying. For each competency, you are given a description of a skill or quality. You are then asked to describe a situation, from your own experience, which you think is the best example of what YOU have done which demonstrates this skill or quality. It is essential that you describe how you demonstrated the skill or quality in question. Therefore, compose your replies carefully in this section and try to structure what you write so that you give specific information about what you have done - for example, do not simply say that “X was successful”, describe exactly what you did and how you demonstrated the skill or quality in question. For each example, please include the following: a) the nature of the task, problem or objective; b) what you actually did and how you demonstrated the skill or quality (and, where appropriate, the date you demonstrated it); c) the outcome or result of the situation and your estimate of the proportion of credit you can claim for the outcome. The information you present in your application may form part of a shortlisting process and may also be used to help structure your interview, should you be invited to one. A shortlisting process may be applied based on TWO or more of the competencies and on other information you provide in your application form. SECTION 5: TENURE The position is permanent and fulltime. The post is pensionable. A panel may be formed to fill this position and vacancies for Assistant Fire Officer which may arise during the lifetime of the panel. SECTION 6: SALARY The Salary scale for the post is: €48,248 - €74,809 per annum €48,248 – €50,942 – €52,949 – €55,032 – €57,166 – €59,335 – €61,524 – €63,714 – €65,903 - €68,095 - €70,299 (Maximum); €72,552 (1st LSI) (after 3 years satisfactory service on the Maximum). €74,809 (2nd LSI) (after 3 years satisfactory service on the 1st LSI). Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government. In accordance with Departmental Circular letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1st January 2011, will enter the scale for the position at a minimum point. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. SECTION 7: LOCATION OF POST The base for working purposes shall be the location as determined by Cork County Council. Cork County Council reserves the right to assign you to any department, premises or district in use by the Council, now or in the future. Changes in location of employment will not result in payment of disturbance money or compensation. The initial vacancy is Midleton Fire Station. 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. SECTION 8: WORKING HOURS The working hours at present provide for a five day, 35 hour working week. A flexible working hours’ system is in operation and may be availed of subject to the terms and conditions of the Flexitime Policy. The post requires flexibility in working outside of normal hours. Duties will require the successful candidate to work outside of normal hours i.e. attendance at evening/weekend training, duties etc. as part of normal working hours without additional remuneration. All hours worked will be subject to the provision of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 as amended. SECTION 9: ANNUAL LEAVE The current annual leave entitlement is 30 days per annum or on a pro-rata basis for period worked. Notice of intention to take leave shall be given to the council at least two weeks before proposed leave commences. Cork County Council’s leave year runs from 1st January to 31st December. Granting of annual leave, payment for annual leave and arrangements for public holidays will be governed by the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 (as amended). SECTION 10: ELIGIBILITY TO WORK IN IRELAND Please note that in order to work in Ireland, a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid Employment Permit. Should you be successful in the selection process, prior to appointment you will be required to confirm that you are in possession of same. Details of the process for you to apply for a work permit are available on the following website;
Customer Engagement Advisor
Are you driven by great conversations, meaningful customer interactions, and achieving results? Do you enjoy working in a fast‑paced environment where no two days are the same—and where your development genuinely matters? If so, we’d love to hear from you. Vhi are hiring talented individuals to join our Consumer Sales and Customer Care teams, supporting customers with their private health insurance needs. From day one, you’ll be at the heart of the customer experience—handling inbound calls from new and existing customers and providing expert guidance across a broad range of health insurance products. Once you’ve completed onboarding, you’ll unlock exciting opportunities to expand your skillset across Sales, Email, and Live Chat, giving you variety, growth, and long‑term career potential. 📍 Training: Fully on‑site 🏠 After training: Flexible hybrid and on‑site working model What we offer As a member of the Vhi team, you will receive a comprehensive benefits package, which includes: Competitive salary with an annual bonus Membership of DC pension scheme Health insurance for you and your family Income protection in the event of illness Hybrid working model Ongoing training and development Onsite restaurant and free parking Sports and social club APA Qualifications paid for along with support and training provided during the exam cycle. What will you do Answer inbound calls from new and existing customers Provide high‑quality sales and customer service support Build trust, rapport, and engaging customer relationships Identify customer needs and recommend suitable health insurance options Manage inbound sales enquiries, including new business and policy renewals Meet individual targets while maintaining excellent service standards Accurately use multiple IT systems in a fast‑paced environment Work collaboratively with team members and internal departments Work one Saturday in every four, across a range of shift patterns What will you need to be successful 🎓 Education & Experience A third‑level qualification or 1–2 years’ experience in a sales or customer service role APA (CIP or Dip PMI) qualification, or willingness to complete it Strong IT skills and confidence working across multiple systems 🤝 Skills & Attributes Customer‑focused with a passion for sales and service excellence Comfortable working in a target‑driven, fast‑paced environment Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English Resilient and confident when handling complex customer queries Strong attention to detail and accuracy Self‑motivated, flexible, and a team player Demonstrated alignment with Vhi Values Ready to start your journey? Apply now. This is a CF3, CF4 & CF5 role in line with central bank requirements. Sustainability At Vhi, we believe that the health of people and the health of the planet are interconnected. That’s why we’re on a journey towards an integrated model of healthcare that puts people and the planet at its heart. Our Commitment to Inclusion and Accessibility At Vhi, we are on a continuous journey to build an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations at every stage of the recruitment process for candidates with disabilities, neurodivergence, or medical conditions. If you require an accommodation, please contact recruitment@vhi.ie, and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch via email. Any information you provide will be treated confidentially within the recruitment team and used solely for the purpose of determining and providing appropriate accommodations during the application and recruitment process. Vhi is an equal opportunities employer
Clinical Call Centre Admin Agent
About us Our purpose at Vhi is to help our customers and patients live longer, stronger and healthier lives. A big part of delivering this purpose is to create a workplace culture where all colleagues feel connected, informed and motivated to do their best work. At Vhi, we have a set of shared values that drive the kind of behaviour we want and that will support colleagues to grow, develop and play a key part in our success. Leading the way in private healthcare, we now offer an extensive range of healthcare services, including: urgent care, planned care, primary care, health screening, hospital @ home, women’s health, digital health, out of hours emergency dental care, and nurseline 24/7. The efficient running of these services is made possible by our teams of highly skilled healthcare professionals. What we offer In addition to offering a competitive basic salary, the offer comes with the following benefits:
Chef
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the food production area operates efficiently and effectively at all times and provide our customers with excellent products. The ideal candidate will have/be: 1 years€,, experience in a Supervisor/Manager role is desirable 2 years` experience in a role with an indept experience to fresh food Experience in successfully achieving sales targets and KPIs Fully trained in HACCP and food safety, and has experience in meeting the HACCP and food safety requirements Experience in ordering for deli departments and managing waste within a fresh food department Stocktaking experience Ability to roster and adhere to budgets Have a true passion for the food industry and, as such, be creative and innovative with the fresh offering Customer focused and can build a quality and loyal customer base The ability to inspire, lead and motivate employees through support and development. Main duties: Actively live Centra brand-values i.e. Proud, Energetic, Imaginative and Community-Based Cook, prepare and display the food throughout the day Oversee and ensure the smooth running of food production operations Carry out stock takes and work out the cost price for product and portion control Assess how the work is organised and delegate accordingly Finish all orders to the highest standard Attend regular management meetings as required and work to implement a programme of continuous improvement in line with these meeting actions Assist in the induction, training and development of staff in the food production area Attend any training or development programmes as directed by store management.
Deli Supervisor
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the Deli Department operates efficiently and effectively at all times and provides our customers with excellent quality products and services. The ideal candidate will have/be: Minimum 1 years€,, fresh food supervisory experience; Minimum 2 years` experience in a role with strong exposure to fresh food; Fully trained in HACCP and food safety, and has experience in meeting the HACCP and food safety requirements; Experience in ordering for deli departments and managing waste within a fresh food department; Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word); Numerical skills; Ability to roster and adhere to budgets; Excellent communication skills; Have a true passion for the food industry and as such be creative and innovative with the fresh offering; Customer focused manager who can build a quality and loyal customer base; The ability to inspire, lead and motivate employees through support and development. Main duties: Actively live Centra brand-values i.e. Proud, Energetic, Imaginative and Community-Based; Prepare the presentation and layout of the deli serve over; Implement planograms correctly; Minimise waste and shrink in the department; Bring new ideas to the department on fresh food innovation through regular research and benchmarking against competitors; Demonstrate your passion for quality food by sharing knowledge, recipes and personal recommendations with shoppers; Train all new employees to the deli; Deal with all customer queries and efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy; Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
Assistant Manager
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the store operates efficiently and effectively and provide our customers with the very best customer service and fresh food offering at all times in a clean, safe environment. To deliver on key store targets (sales and profitability) through effective management of people and operations. The ideal candidate will have/be: 2 years€,, experience in a relevant position is desirable Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) Experience balancing cash/tills Excellent communication skills Good delegation skills Highly driven with a strong work ethic An understanding of how to achieve KPIs and targets Commerciality and brand awareness Passion for grocery retail Thrive in a fast-paced working environment. Main duties: Actively live Centra brand-values i.e. Proud, Energetic, Imaginative and Community-Based Set, monitor and achieve sales targets with the team on gross profit margin, net margin, waste and other KPIs as agreed with Store Manager Implement planograms correctly and ensure the correct range is in place in store Merchandise and present the store to the highest standard Approachable and a role model who leads by example and encourages teamwork and fosters a positive attitude and atmosphere in the workplace Ability to develop and promote good communication between employees and management in a safe, respectful and inclusive environment Support Store Manager in the development and training of the team and in ensuring the smooth running of the store Manage employee performance, giving regular feedback, recognition and encouragement Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy Understand achieving margins in all departments Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
Assistant Manager
About Lunn’s Lunn’s is the leading luxury retailer in Northern Ireland, with a reputation as one of the finest independent jewellers in the UK and Ireland. We are a family business and are operated today by a third generation of the family. Over the course of 70 years, we have developed partnerships with many of the world’s finest watch and jewellery houses. We are proud to represent many of these, including Patek Philippe, Rolex, OMEGA and David Yurman, exclusively in Northern Ireland. The retail portfolio includes three luxurious Lunn’s showrooms, a successful e-commerce site and six dedicated boutiques for Rolex, OMEGA, Breitling, TAG Heuer, TUDOR, and Montblanc. Lunn’s is synonymous with excellence. Our talented colleagues are passionate about delivering excellence to our clients, our suppliers and each other. About the Role The Assistant Manager at Lunn’s Victoria Square plays a pivotal role in leading a high-performing sales team while embodying the Lunn’s brand through exceptional client experience and operational excellence. Working closely with the Store Manager, the role drives key commercial targets, maintains exemplary showroom standards, and supports continual improvement across all retail operations. With responsibility for people management, client engagement, and day-to-day store leadership, including keyholding duties, the Assistant Manager helps cultivate a motivated, results-driven team and ensures a premium, memorable experience for every client What you will get in Return · A commitment to your personal development and a career pathway, should you wish to progress your career. · Learn while you earn - Industry recognised qualifications. · Company pension contributions (if eligible) · Competitive salary · Colleague Health Scheme · Discount Scheme · Bonus scheme · Cycle to Work Scheme · Fantastic work life balance · An amazing family run company culture and values. · Great Place to Work Certified and recognised as Best Workplace in Retail, Hospitality & Leisure 2025
