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Job Role : Skilled/unskilled Abattoir Operatives for Lamb production, working as part of the slaughter hall team to ensure excellent standards are maintained as well as supporting the smooth running of production. This is an excellent opportunity to develop and learn further skills within a highly regulated environment; where you will have the opportunity to rotate around a number of different jobs (after additional training) and become a multi-skilled operative. Main Duties and Responsibilities: -To ensure that the carcasses are dressed and trimmed according to ABP and Customer specifications as directed by the Abattoir Supervisor -To ensure that you work to the best of your ability to meet production deadlines. -To ensure that the Red and Green Offal`s are produced to the customer/company standards with maximum yield and minimum waste -To work as part of a team and take responsibility for your work -To carry out all procedures in a correct and safe manner as per training provided -To comply with company policy on all matters concerning health & safety -To comply with company policy on safe food handling and hygiene at all times. -To report to the Abattoir supervisor any problems with equipment or machinery -Any other reasonable duties assigned to you Knowledge and Experience: The successful candidate will have good knife skills and attention to detail and be capable of producing high-quality products whilst maintaining standards of health and safety at all times. Your tasks will range from machinery and saw operations to knife-related operations. This role involves working in a chilled environment with animals that are slaughtered for food production. You will also comply with all procedures and codes of practice to ensure a safe and hygienic workplace. In return, we offer full training and development, career progression and job security alongside very competitive rates of pay. Skills : Previous experience in a similar role in an Abattoir or in a role using a knife would be beneficial but full training will be given. The candidates will be well organized with the ability to maintain attention to detail whilst working under pressure.
Lean Coordinator/Sustainability Manager
At ABP we aim to hire the brightest and the best. People who are aligned with our values and are passionate about our industry. We are committed to developing our people, whether it be upskilling our employees across a diverse range of skills through our onsite training programs or nurturing the next generation of leaders through our graduate program. No matter what stage of their career our people are at, we empower them to take ownership of their roles. ABP is one of Europe’s leading privately owned agribusiness companies and is the largest beef processor in Ireland and the UK. The company also operates substantial renewable (Olleco), pet food (C&D), and protein divisions. ABP and its affiliates employ over 14,000 people and have over 50 manufacturing plants operating across nine countries. For more information, visit www.abpfoodgroup.com . The Lean Coordinator/Sustainability Manager is responsible for driving continuous improvement (CI) initiatives and ensuring sustainability goals are met across the site. This hybrid role combines Lean leadership with energy and environmental management, bringing all departments together to achieve operational excellence. The job involves working closely with department leads and staff at all levels to establish a Lean culture and implement sustainable practices. Key Responsibilities Lean & Continuous Improvement
Materials Coordinator
C&D Foods is one of Europe’s leading own label pet food manufacturers producing a range of wet and dry pet foods. C&D Foods has grown to become one of the industry’s leading pet food producers. C&D Foods has 9 production facilities across 7 Countries (Ireland, the UK, France, Denmark, Austria, Spain, and The Netherlands) and 2 sales offices located in Manchester and Italy. C&D Foods’ Headquarters is in Mullingar, county Westmeath. At our Edgeworthstown Site, we are seeking a proactive Materials Coordinator to manage end‑to‑end material flow, ensuring the timely and efficient delivery of ingredients and packaging to support production demands. Key Responsibilities
Retained Firefighter
The Role of the Retained Firefighter The role of the retained firefighter is primarily to: • Save life and preserve endangered life • Protect property from damage by fire • Inform and educate awareness of safety Retained firefighters are on call to respond to emergencies. As well as responding to emergency calls, firefighters may also be involved in community fire safety initiatives. Although retained firefighters are part-time, they are fully trained and capable of saving life and property to provide a comprehensive service to the community. When a call is received firefighters are required to respond immediately. Retained firefighters must be ready to drop whatever they are doing, to become part of a team ready to respond safely and effectively to the emergency, regardless of the time of day/night or the weather conditions. The Fire Service responds to emergency calls from the public, primarily to prevent injury and protect life, but also to prevent and restrict damage to property. Many emergency calls are not to fires but to road-traffic accidents where casualties may be trapped in vehicles. The Fire Service may also be called to deal with chemical spillages and toxic emissions, etc. Firefighters need to be able to use problem solving skills and initiative to resolve issues quickly and calmly. Firefighters also need to be able to deal sensitively and appropriately with members of the public when they are distressed, confused or obstructive. Firefighters are required to carry out routine checks, as well as cleaning and maintaining, all equipment and fire appliance to ensure they work properly when required during an emergency. Firefighters are required to participate and take part in the duties as required as part of the organizational response to Climate Action to promote and ensure capacity building, empowering change and delivering action. All new recruits undergo extensive initial training, which includes a three-week Recruit Induction course, a two-week Breathing Apparatus Wearers Course and one-week Compartment Fire Behaviour course. Thereafter all firefighters are required to undergo a continuous development programme by attending lectures, exercises, practical courses and other forms of training to maintain competency levels. Firefighters are expected to take responsibility for developing their own skills and for ensuring that their fitness levels are maintained as the work of a firefighter can be demanding, both physically and psychologically. DUTIES OF THE POSITION • A Firefighter shall be required to attend at fires and other emergencies, drills, displays and other duties at such times and for such periods as required by the County Council. Failure to respond promptly to fire or other emergency calls will be addressed through the Local Authority’s disciplinary procedure. • Each Firefighter who attends for Fire Brigade service must be prepared to accept the work entailed and to fulfil to the best of their ability their duty as a Firefighter in the saving of life, saving of property and the fighting of fires or other such emergencies. • Every Firefighter must comply with XYZ County Council’s Crew Management Arrangements for Retained Firefighters. Firefighters who are on standby during fires or other incidents shall remain at the Station and perform such duties as may be assigned by the Station Officer from time to time during the callout. • Firefighters shall ensure that the Fire Station is kept clean & tidy at all times. Firefighting equipment shall be kept clean, maintained properly and stowed away in a safe manner. • Firefighters are required to adhere to and co-operate with all National and Local Agreements pertaining to the Fire Services. • Firefighters will be required to attend Training Courses as directed. • Firefighters must undertake driving duties as required. • Comply with all organisational policies, procedures and legislation. • Participate & take part in the duties as required as part of the Organisational response to Climate Action to promote & ensure capacity building, empowering change and delivering action. • Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time. THE CANDIDATE Candidates must be: • Able to work in hazardous conditions for long periods of time, including heights and confined spaces • Mechanically adept with good dexterity and coordination • Able to follow instruction • Able to work well under pressure • Self-reliant and self-assured with a keen sense of discipline • Able to contribute to and work with a team • Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing • Able to understand and memorise technical information QUALIFICATIONS Applicants for the post of Retained Firefighter must be 18 years old on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms. A birth certificate must be submitted to the County Council as proof of age before a person is engaged as a recruit. 1. Character Applicants must be of good character and must not at any time bring the County Council & Fire Brigade into disrepute. The Council may make whatever enquiries it considers necessary to satisfy this condition. Employment will be subject to the provision of satisfactory references and Garda Vetting. 2. Health A Firefighter shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Medical Examination, etc. Before recruitment, in order to ascertain the health of a candidate, successful applicants shall undergo such medical examinations (which may include x-ray and/or other special tests) as the County Council considers necessary. The County Council will nominate the medical examiners. The candidate must comply, at their own expense, with such remedial requirements as the County Council consider necessary. An Operational Firefighter shall: • Agree to participate in the Occupational Health Scheme for Retained Firefighters in operation by Longford County Council; and • At any time, if requested by the County Council, undergo such medical examination(s) by medical examiner(s) as nominated by the County Council; and • Attend medical examinations in accordance with the frequency set down in the Occupational Health Scheme for Retained Firefighters as issued by the (LGMA) to Local Authorities; • Any defects discovered pertaining to a medical examination will not be remedied at the County Council's expense. • Retention as an operational Firefighter will depend upon receipt of satisfactory reports by medical examiner(s) and to the general condition above as to health. • An operational Firefighter is required to maintain an appropriate level of physical fitness. 4. 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. 5. Education On the latest date for receipt of completed application forms candidates must: • have a good standard of education and be able to successfully undergo the training required for the post of retained firefighter; • hold an unendorsed Class B Driving Licence. On appointment and after an interval decided by the Chief Fire Officer, firefighters will be required to obtain a Class C Licence. PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYMENT 1. The Post Employment in the post of Retained Firefighter is part-time & pensionable. 2. Location Persons appointed must live and work within a maximum of 8 minutes response time from time alert from the regional control centre. A maximum travel time of up to 7 minutes may be permitted (based on GPS navigation planner e.g. Google maps or similar as determined by Longford County Council) to allow them to respond for the duration of their employment as a Firefighter. The Council retains the right to request further evidence, if required on the information supplied, for the purpose of verification of place of residence and location of employment. A Firefighter shall notify the County Council in writing of any subsequent changes of residence or place of employment. A change of residence or place of employment that would place the Firefighter outside these limits will mean automatic termination of employment. The Council will check this prior to appointment and at periodic intervals after appointment. The fire stations are: • Granard • Lanesboro • Longford • Edgeworthstown • Ballymahon The location of the residence and place of work must be acceptable to the Chief Fire Officer. A Firefighter must carry the appropriate fire service alerter at all times when on duty. A Retained Firefighter will be required to report for duty to the Fire Station in its present location or in the event of a change of location, to such new location as may be decided by the Fire Authority. Changes in the location of a Fire Station will not result in payment of disturbance money or other compensation. 3. Letter of Release Each Retained Firefighter including the self-employed, and the unemployed if they take up employment must submit a Letter of Release from their employer stating that their employer will release them to attend fire brigade incidents and training. When a firefighter changes employment a new letter of release must be submitted to the Chief Fire Officer in advance of the change in circumstances. 6. Driver’s Licence A recruit Firefighter shall possess a valid full current Category B Driving Licence at the time of applying for the post and ideally a Category C Driving Licence for HGV with up to eight passengers. All newly appointed Retained Firefighters will be required to obtain a Category C Driving Licence. Firefighters will co-operate with further Driver Training and will be required to drive fire service vehicles, if operationally needed. If a Firefighter has their licence suspended or removed for any reason, they must immediately inform the County Council, and it shall be dealt with through the Council’s disciplinary procedure and may result in termination of service at the absolute discretion of the County Council. All Retained Fire Personnel must hold a full Drivers Licence and any loss or suspension of same and/or the accumulation of six penalty points or more must be notified in writing to the Fire Authority within two weeks of the occurrence. Any Retained Firefighter found guilty of a criminal offence must inform the Chief Fire Officer in writing of the offence and within two weeks of conviction. The Chief Fire Officer will carry out an investigation into this matter under the Fire Service Disciplinary and Grievance Procedure. Firefighters must drive Fire Service vehicles if instructed to do so. 7. Probationary Period of Employment Before appointment as a Firefighter, a recruit shall attend and successfully complete the three-week Firefighter Skills Training Course. Recruit Firefighters will be required to undergo and successfully complete the following recruit training programmes during their probationary period: • A three-week Recruit Firefighting Skills Course (including manual handling); • A two-week Breathing Apparatus Initial Wearers' Course; • A one-week Breathing Apparatus Compartment Fire Behaviour Course; and • Any other course that the County Council may consider necessary. Training Fees will be paid at the current hourly rate for Firefighters during training. This hourly rate is currently €23.75. Failure to successfully complete all of the above courses will result in the termination of the Firefighter’s employment. Some or all of the above courses will be held at a training facility, which may or may not be situated locally. From the date of commencement as a recruit Firefighter, there shall be a period of 12 months during which the recruit Firefighter shall be on probation. During this time the recruit Firefighter shall be continually assessed to determine his/her suitability for continued employment. Such period of 12 months may be extended at the absolute discretion of the County Council. The recruit shall not become a permanent Firefighter at the end of the period of probation unless the County Council is satisfied that the Firefighter has been satisfactory in all respects. If service is deemed unsatisfactory within the probationary period the appointee will cease to hold the position as tenure of employment is subject to satisfactory service on an ongoing basis. 8. Remuneration Remuneration will consist of an inclusive annual allowance together with hourly rates for attendance at fires and drills. The Retainer and other fixed allowances will be paid from the date he/she takes up duty as a Retained Firefighter. A Firefighter shall be paid at the appropriate approved national rates of Fire and Drill Fees and Retainer Fees and in accordance with any national agreements for retained Firefighters. Payment of fees is currently made quarterly but will be moving to fortnightly payment during 2025. Remuneration is paid by PayPath directly to the employee’s nominated bank account. The current wage pay cycle may be revised during the period of employment. Remuneration is subject to all statutory deductions, e.g. PAYE and PRSI. Increments are paid annually subject to satisfactory attendance, conduct and performance and national agreements. Increments may be withheld if performance, attendance and/or conduct are not satisfactory. The current Retained Firefighter allowance, and Drill / Incident Fees shall be paid in accordance with Government Circular EL 03/2025, as outlined. On appointment the candidate will be placed on the appropriate point of the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Circular. Retained Firefighter: Retained Fire Service – Fire Fighter - Rates Applicable at 1st March 2025 €14,523.00 - €17,854.00 Clothing Allowance: €186.29 per annum will be provided pro rata as a single payment in December of each year. There is an obligation on Firefighters to attend at alert/fire calls and at drills. This is the basis on which a retainer is paid. The onus on arranging to receive an alert/fire call shall rest with the Firefighter. 9. Drills Notwithstanding any other disciplinary action that the County Council may apply, failure to attend or participate in 85% of all drills in any quarter of a year, without good reason, will be addressed through the Local Authority’s disciplinary procedure. 10. Incidents In the case of an alert/fire call the Firefighter shall attend all calls within their Rostered-On duty Period (24 Weeks per annum). Firefighters who attend calls will be remunerated as per the Crew Management Arrangements for Retained Firefighters as operated by XYX County Council. Where the Chief Fire Officer considers that a Firefighter is not fulfilling the above attendance standards which he/she considers reasonable in all the circumstances, the Chief Fire Officer will consider the matter of attendance under the Council’s disciplinary policy. Subsequent continuing failure to meet the above attendance standards, without good reason, shall be dealt with through the disciplinary procedure, and may result in termination of service at the absolute discretion of the County Council. 11. Superannuation & Retirement Firefighters who would be physically capable of working beyond age 55 will have the option to continue working for a defined limited period, subject to compulsory medical examination on an annual basis assessed on the basis of set medical standards. The extended period will be to the maximum age of 60 subject to annual compulsory assessment under the Occupational Health Scheme. Membership of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme is compulsory for all new entrant Retained Firefighters who commence employment on or after 1 January 2013. The provisions of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will apply in the case of Retained Firefighters, with the exception of minimum pension age, as an earlier pension age is applicable to those employed in the retained fire service. Circular letters S. 6/2013 and S. 6/2013 (amended) apply. 12. Annual Leave Longford County Council’s annual leave year runs from 1 January to 31 December. Your annual leave entitlement will be in accordance with the Council’s employee annual leave allowance. The current annual leave entitlement for Retained Firefighter is 28 days per annum. A 14 day block of Annual Leave must be taken during the year. This will consist of one weeks roster one and one weeks flexible working taken together. Retained Firefighter have to be roster available for a minimum of 24 weeks of the year. The granting of annual leave at any particular time is always subject to the requirements of the Council and all annual leave is liable to suspension during periods of exceptional pressure. You are expected to avail of your leave allowance during the current leave year and any carry forward of annual leave must be in accordance with annual leave policy. The terms of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 shall apply. A Firefighter will be required to comply with the terms of the Crew Management Arrangements for Retained Firefighters as operated by Longford County Council. In cases of Annual Leave, advance notice must be given to the Station Officer or in their absence, to the Sub-Officer in advance of the first day of Annual Leave. Approval of annual leave will be subject to minimum crewing levels being maintained at station level. Each Firefighter must use their leave sheet or other means to record such annual leave absences. 13. Code of Conduct / Organisation Policies Employees are required to adhere to all current and future policies applicable during their period of employment period with Longford County Council. 14. Training Retained Firefighters are required to attend and participate fully in training programmes as required and to apply their learning in the course of their working activities. 15. Health and Safety Regulations Longford County Council as an Employer is obliged to ensure, so far as it is reasonably practicable, the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work of all of its employees. Under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, the County Council has a legal duty to exercise all due care and take all protective and preventative measures to protect the Safety, Health and Welfare of its employees. All employees also have a legal obligation under Safety and Health legislation to co-operate with management and not engage in any improper conduct or behaviour or do anything, which would place themselves or others at risk. Employees must not be under the influence of an intoxicant at the place of work. Employees must comply with all Safety and Health rules and regulations and attend all required Safety and Health Training. Firefighters must co-operate with the terms of Longford County Council’s Fire Service Safety Statement. They will familiarise themselves with the safety rules and procedures and make proper use of all safety clothing and equipment. They must report to the appropriate supervisor any defect they notice in the place of work or system of work which might be dangerous to safety, health or welfare. Failure to comply with the terms of the Safety Statement may result in disciplinary action.
Duty Supervisor
Salary Scales Duty Supervisor (Wet): Scale 4, NJC spinal point 9 - 13 £27,254 - £29,064 (plus 19% employer pension contribution) plus 10% shift allowance. It is Council policy to appoint at minimum salary scale point. Terms and Conditions Pay Pay frequency is monthly by BACS (Bank Automated Clearing System) in arrears on the third last banking day of the month. Flexi Scheme These posts are not eligible to participate in the Flexi Scheme. Main Purpose of Post/Job Summary
Teacher Of Principal Release/job Share
Please see attached job documents for details. N.B. Permanent Part Time- 3 days per week (19.44 hours)
Apprentice Sales Advisor
Apprentice Sales Advisor – Abbey Autoline Academy We have an excellent opportunity to join our Abbey Autoline Academy as an Apprentice Sales Advisor. No previous experience is required! Working as part of the Personal Lines branch sales team, you will be provided with a comprehensive Apprentice Training Programme, in conjunction with Belfast Met, to support you in achieving your NVQ Level 2/3 in Providing Financial Services. With practical on-the-job training, you will obtain all the skills and knowledge required to sell personal lines insurance products, such as car, home, van, and travel insurance, to our customers throughout Northern Ireland. Your RequirementsQualifications
Executive Health & Safety Officer
BACKGROUND The Health, Safety & Wellbeing Unit (HSWU), Human Resources (HR) Department, works with all Departments to provide a safe and healthy work environment, by developing the safety, health and wellbeing culture in the City Council through enhancing safety structures and systems, working closely with all to ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, promoting best practice and facilitating employee consultation and involvement in occupational safety and health. Within each Department, senior managers are responsible (as outlined in the relevant safety statements), for the health, safety and welfare of employees and workplaces under their control. The HSWU advises management on Safety, Health and Welfare (SHW) matters and, monitors and reports on the levels of compliance with health and safety legislation across the organisation. Executive Health & Safety Officers are assigned by the HR Department across Departments and Sections to support the embedding of SHW systems and practices. The HSWU coordinates with Departmental Senior Managers in the implementation of the Council’s Safety Management System. THE JOB Reporting to the Senior Executive Health & Safety Officer, the Executive Health & Safety Officer (EHSO) has responsibility for ensuring a safe and healthy workplace in the City Council by developing and implementing safety policies and procedures, by promoting a positive safety culture and by ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and regulations. The holder of the post will be required to contribute to the development and implementation of Health and Safety Management Systems, in conjunction with their assigned SEHSO, Health, Safety & Wellbeing Unit and Human Resources Department. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE SHALL • have satisfactory experience in the area of health and safety management, including technical experience in Health and Safety Regulations and implementation of National Health and Safety policy and legislation, their implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace; • be self-motivated and be able to work within a multi skilled team to ensure a best practice health and safety management system is continuously developed in the assigned work activity; • working knowledge and experience of the development and implementation of a Safety Management System that operates in compliance with ISO 45001:2018; • have a good working knowledge or demonstrate an ability to acquire a good working knowledge of the legal, regulatory and governance framework within which the City Council operates and adhere to corporate policies, protocols and procedures; • have a satisfactory knowledge of public administration in Ireland and demonstrate relevant administrative experience at a sufficiently high level; • have strong interpersonal and communication skills including building strong relationships with stakeholders; • possess excellent organisational and IT skills. • demonstrate strong proficiencies in report writing and have the ability to present in a clear and concise manner. On the date of application, the successful candidate must possess a current unendorsed full driving licence (Category A1, A and/or B) as they may be required to drive in the course of their duties. QUALIFICATIONSCHARACTER: Each candidate shall be of good character. HEALTH: Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, ETC.: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed applications:- (a) (i) Hold a minimum Level 8 in the National Framework of Qualifications in Health and Safety Or (ii) Hold an Honours degree (Level 8 in the National Framework of Qualifications) in Engineering, Architecture, and / or Science, and a minimum Level 7 in the National Framework of Qualifications in Health and Safety. (b) Have a satisfactory knowledge of the following: • effective communications and liaison with officials from the regulatory authorities; • the management of risks from fire such as fire prevention and the carrying out of fire drills; • risk management in relation to hazardous substances and occupational diseases; • providing the required input for health and safety related training course/s and manuals for the organisation; • understanding of Local Government and the construction industry; • health and safety legislation, statutory requirements, their implications for the workplace and an appreciation of the legal process. (c) Have at least three years satisfactory relevant experience, including adequate experience in the areas specified below: • the management of an appropriate audit process; • planning practical and effective methods, both preventative and remedial, of promoting work practices that comply with health and safety requirements; • of working with committees; • the preparation and regular revision of Health and Safety statements and strategies; • staff supervision and relevant administration; • maintaining accurate records, particularly of inspection findings, of incidents and accidents, and the preparation of reports, and statistical data required by management and the HSA; • the regular review of work methods and processes, which identify and take account of all relevant hazards; • supporting line managers in the preparation, implementation and regular review of safety related documentation including risk assessments, including advising on how risks can be reduced; • operating a safety management system. (d) Possess a full clean driving licence. DUTIES The duties of the post include, but are not limited to, the following:- • Assisting and supporting Senior Executive Health & Safety Officer [SEHSO] and Departmental Management by; • working with the Health, Safety & Wellbeing Unit (HSWU) to ensure safety audits are carried out as required and ensuring that safety audit outcomes are implemented on a priority basis; • ensuring that incidents involving City Council activities or operations are investigated and reported on appropriately in line with agreed procedures; • monitoring, as required, City Council Fire Precaution Systems in co-operation with the Chief Fire Officer to ensure that fire precautions are appropriate and adequate for City Council’s work premises and activities; • drafting of safety statements, risk assessments, training material, policy documents, service plans and budgets relevant to safety, health & welfare. Other duties include: • implementing best practice and procedures in safety, health and welfare across the assigned Departments/Divisions and assisting the development, delivery and evaluation of training courses for employees in Safety, Health and Welfare; • keeping up-to-date with developments, and legislation in the area of occupational health and safety; • being available outside of normal working hours in emergency situations to deal with any matter or incident involving the health and safety of City Council employees’; • ensuring by way of regular review that Ancillary and Local Safety Statements address all the risks identified in the relevant area/activity; • ensuring that accident records are created as and when they should be and are maintained properly within the Health, Safety & Wellbeing Unit and are available to other relevant Departments as may be required; • ensuring that the City Council’s statutory obligations to investigate and report on notifiable accidents and dangerous occurrences are strictly complied with and the relevant authorities advised in a timely fashion; • managing and supervising the administration of Immunisation and Health Screening Programmes and organising Occupational Health Surveillance initiatives and activities for groups of workers related to specific occupational health hazards, as may be required from time to time; • carrying out such other duties as may be assigned from time to time. The particular duties and responsibilities attached to the post may vary from time to time, without changing the general character of the duties or level of responsibilities entailed. The post holder may therefore be required to perform duties appropriate to the post, other than those detailed above, and to take instructions from and report to, an appropriate Officer or such designated Officer as may be assigned from time to time by the City Council. The duties of the post are to give to the local authority and to (a) The local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive is Chief Executive, and (b) To any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority or by any of the authorities or bodies referred to in sub-paragraph (a) of this paragraph under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such officers as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate computing, technical, management, administrative, executive, supervisory, advisory and ancillary services as may be required by any local authority or body hereinbefore mentioned in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties and to exercise such powers, functions and duties as may be delegated to them by the Chief Executive from time to time including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The holder of the post will, if required, act for an officer of a higher level. SELECTION PROCESS • Posts of Executive Health and Safety Officer will be filled from this publicly advertised competition. Selection shall be by means of a competition conducted by or on behalf of Dublin City Council. • Candidates should note that the information provided by them in their application form and assessment questions will form the basis on which eligibility and short listing is conducted. • Dublin City Council reserves the right to undertake eligibility and / or shortlist candidates in the manner it deems most appropriate. • A panel may be formed on the basis of interviews. A candidate whose name is on a panel and who satisfies the Council that they possess the qualifications declared for the post and that they are otherwise suitable for appointment may, within the life of the panel, subject to the appropriate Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage sanction, be appointed as an appropriate vacancy arises. • The life of the panel shall be for a period of one year from the date of its formation. • Dublin City Council shall require any person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of not more than one month and if they fail to take up appointment within such period, or such longer period as the Council in its absolute discretion may determine, the Council shall not appoint them. SHORTLISTING Dublin City Council reserves the right to shortlist candidates to proceed to the interview stage of the competition. Shortlisting of candidates will be on the basis of information supplied on the Application Form, in conjunction with the answers given in the assessment question(s). It is therefore in your own interest to provide a detailed and accurate account of your qualifications/experience in your application. The shortlisting process will provide for the assessment of each applicant’s application form against predetermined criteria that reflect the skills and depth of experience considered to be essential for a position at this level. INTERVIEW The interview will be competency based and marks will be awarded under the following competencies; • Management & Change • Delivering Results • Performance through People • Personal Effectiveness • Knowledge, Skills & Experience Please see page 9 of the Candidate Information Booklet for more details. SALARY The salary scale for the position of Executive Health & Safety Officer is; €59,658; €61,829; €64,000; €66,175; €68,349; €70,521; €72,696; €74,857; €77,043; €79,209; (Maximum); €81,706 (1st LSI) (after 3 years satisfactory service on the Maximum); €82,929 (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, Local Government and Heritage. In accordance with Departmental Circular letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving public service employee on or after 1st January 2011, will enter the scale for the position at the minimum point. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. Under the Public Service Stability Agreement 2013, the working hours for newly appointed/promoted staff are 35 hours per week. All applicants must refer to the Additional Candidate Information Booklet which can be found at https://careers.dublincity.ie for additional relevant information pertaining to the salary scale and the recruitment process. PARTICULARS OF POSITION (a) The post is permanent, whole time and pensionable. (b) Dublin City Council reserves the right to, at any time, assign an employee to any Department now or in the future. (c) A period of one year’s probation applies where a person is permanently appointed to Dublin City Council. CITIZENSHIP Candidates must, by the date of application 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. Dublin City Council welcomes all nationalities and ethnic backgrounds to join its diverse workforce and we hereby reserve the sole discretion to vary the above requirements from time to time subject to the business needs and staffing requirements. IRISH PROFICIENCY As part of our ongoing commitment to support the Irish language, our leadership on the Gaeilge365 programme and to comply with the Official Languages (Amendment) Act 2021, we are gathering information on candidates’ capacity to speak Irish. Under this legislation, public bodies are required to ensure that 20% of new recruits are capable of performing their duties through Irish by 2030. While this position is not an Irish language speaking role, we are asking all applicants to indicate their current level of Irish language ability. This information will be used for workforce planning purposes only and will not form part of the selection process for this competition. ADDITIONAL RELEVANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS • The National Vetting Bureau (Children and Vulnerable Persons) Act 2012 to 2016 came into effect on 29th April 2016. The Act places a statutory obligation on Dublin City Council to ensure that any work or activity which is carried out by a person, a necessary and regular part of which consists mainly of a person having access to, or contact with children or vulnerable persons, will be the subject of Garda Vetting. • Subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act 2014, applications will be treated in strict confidence. • Any attempt by a candidate themselves or by any person(s) acting at the candidate’s instigation, directly or indirectly, by means of written communication or otherwise, to canvass or otherwise influence in the candidate’s favour, any employee of the City Council or person nominated by the City Council to interview or examine applicants, will automatically disqualify the candidate for the position being sought. • It is important to remember that this is a competitive process for a role where integrity is paramount. Sharing information on the selection / interview process e.g. through social media or any other means, may result in a candidate being disqualified from the competition. • Dublin City Council does not allow the unsanctioned use of any type of recording equipment on its premises. This applies to any form of sound recording and any type of still picture or video recording, whether including sound recording or not, and covers any type of device used for these purposes. • An applicant who is found to be ineligible at any stage of the competition will not be further considered. Provision of inaccurate, untrue or misleading information will lead to disqualification from the competition, withdrawal of employment offer or dismissal. • A candidate who does not attend for interview when and where required by the City Council, or who does not, when requested, furnish such evidence as the City Council requires in regard to any matter relevant to their candidature, will have no further claim to consideration. • The City Council will not be responsible for any expenses candidates may incur in connection with their candidature. • The onus is on the candidate to keep a regular check on their Email Account as email notifications of updates may sometimes be filtered into Junk/Spam email folders. Dublin City Council accepts no responsibility for communication not accessed or received by an applicant.
Housing Estate Liaison Officer
Galway City Council has an exciting opportunity for the role of Housing Estate Liaison Officer and is inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for the above competition. The successful candidate will form part of the Housing Services team in the Social Development Directorate and will report to the Director of Service or such officer or offices of Galway City Council that the Chief Executive or Director of Service may designate for this purpose. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The holder of the post will perform duties, as may be assigned from time to time, involving the facilitation, implementation and promotion of the policies and objectives of Galway City Council’s Housing Department, with a focus on tenant support and engagement, estate management and anti-social behaviour. The role will involve direct liaison with tenants, social housing applicants, residents’ associations and community groups. The post holder will be expected to have a close working relationship with council staff across all sections and have the ability and experience to liaise and work effectively with other statutory and voluntary agencies. Duties shall include but are not limited to:- ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POST 1. Character Candidates shall be of good character. 2. Health Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Citizenship : Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: i. A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or ii. A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or iii. A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or iv. 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 v. 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 vi. A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa 4. Education, Training, Experience, etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (1) (a) Have obtained at least Grade D (or a pass), in Higher or Ordinary level, in five subjects (or four subjects if Irish is included) from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Established Leaving Certificate Examination or Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme including Irish and/or English and one of the following: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics, AND (b) Have obtained at least Grade C (or Honours) in Higher Level (or Honours) papers in three subjects in that examination (or two subjects if Irish and/or one of the following is included: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics), or, (2) Have obtained a comparable standard in an equivalent examination, or, (3) Hold a third level qualification of at least degree standard. Driving Licence Requirement Applicants should at the date of applying hold a full unendorsed valid Irish /EU licence, for Class B vehicles, or a licence acceptable to NDLS for transfer to full Irish licence, (Link below). https://www.ndls.ie/help/faq.html#exchange-of-foreign-driving-licences *Non-Irish Qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications, overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. Desirable: It is desirable that candidates should have the following: · A qualification in community development, social housing, estate management or other relevant discipline (not essential). · A good knowledge of relevant legislation, particularly that relating to the management of antisocial behaviour. · Be highly motivated. · Strong interpersonal, communication, organisational and negotiating skills, with the ability to develop effective working relationships with staff and local communities. · Ability to work on their own initiative and as part of a team, as required. · A satisfactory knowledge of the background to, and policies governing, the provision of social housing. · An awareness and understanding of issues relating to estate management. · Ability to work directly with a diverse range of agencies and bodies. Each candidate must include on the application form details of all qualifications obtained by them. The invitation to attend for Interview is not to be regarded as an admission that you possess the prescribed qualifications and/or requirements for this post or are you qualified by law to hold the post. Documentary proof will be required before appointment where you claim credit for particular qualification, experience, etc. COMPETENCIES FOR THE POST Key Competencies for the post are given in the table below. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate sufficient evidence within their application form and at interview of competence under each of these headings. Management & Change · Effectively and efficiently manages resources in compliance with all governance protocols. · Demonstrates creativity and innovation to secure successful outcomes · Effectively manages the introduction of change; · Fosters a culture of innovation and creativity in employees and overcomes resistance to change. · Has a clear understanding of the political reality and context of the local authority. Performance Through People · Leads and motivates staff and provides clear direction to others inspiring high standards of performance. · Identifies, manages and deals with escalated issues of unacceptable or poor performance and conflict to reach beneficial solutions and positive outcomes in line with HR and procedure policies. · Leads by example in terms of commitment, flexibilityand a strong customer service ethos. Delivering Results · Demonstrates flexibility and an openness to change. · Challenges the status quo to see how systems, processes and practices may be improved. · Can work with multiple stakeholders to implement change · Implement change in an orderly and determined manner. · Recognises that people react differently to change and manages this accordingly · Understand the need for change and get this across persuasively to others. · Make a positive case for change and elicit commitment from others. Personal Effectiveness · Keeps up to date with current developments, trends and best practice in their area of responsibility. · Demonstrates the required specialist knowledge, understanding and training for the role. · Demonstrates appropriate and positive self confidence. · Remains calm under pressure and values the wellbeing of self and others by managing stress levels and work-life balance. · Is enthusiastic about the role and sets challenging goals to achieve high quality outcomes. · Manages time and workload effectively and can operate in an environment with significant complexity and pace. · Maintains a positive, constructive and enthusiastic attitude to their role. Candidates will also be assessed at interview on the basis of how they demonstrate their Knowledge, Experience and Skills Knowledge, Experience and Skills · Knowledge and understanding of the structure and functions of local government including service requirements. · Knowledge of current local government issues. · Understanding of the role of a Housing Estate Liaison Officer. · Understanding key challenges facing the local government sector and Galway City Council. · Knowledge and experience of operating ICT systems. PRINCIPAL CONDITIONS OF SERVICE Type of Post Future relevant permanent and temporary posts will be filled from the panel(s) formed. The post(s) will be whole-time, permanent/temporary and pensionable. Remuneration The annual salary (Circular EL 07-2025, Revised Local Authority Scales Operative from 1st August 2025) is as follows: (Analogous to pay scale of Staff Officer) Point 01/08/2025 1 €51,722 2 €53,266 3 €54,844 4 €56,454 5 €58,076 LSI 1 €59,967 LSI 2 €61,865 IMPORTANT NOTE: Candidates should note that the starting salary is not subject to negotiation . Entry into the pay scale above the minimum point will only apply to existing public servants in the context of the relevant Government Pay Circulars. Candidates who are not covered by such Circulars will enter the pay scale at the minimum point i.e. €51,722 The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. The holder of the office shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to and received by them by virtue of their office or in respect of services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. Probation: (a) there shall be a period after such appointments take effect during which such persons shall hold the position on probation, (b) such period shall be 12 months but, the Chief Executive may at their discretion extend such period, (c) such persons shall cease to hold the position at end of the period of probation unless during such period, the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory. Hours of Duty The person appointed will be required to work a 35 hour week. The successful candidate will be required to log their hours of work in accordance with the requirements of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 and will be required to co-operate with the use of technologies to record such hours. Annual Leave: The annual leave entitlement will be 30 days per annum. Residence: Holder of the post shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. Work Permit All non-EU/EEA citizens must hold a valid work permit prior to and for the duration of their contract. The work permit must allow you to work full time for Galway City Council. It is the responsibility of individual employees to ensure that you have a valid work permit. If at any stage during your contract you cease to hold a valid work permit you must immediately advise Galway City Council and your employment will cease with immediate effect. Outside Employment: The position is whole-time and the employee may not engage in private practice or be connected with any outside business which would interfere with the performance of official duties. Driving Licence: Applicants should at the date of applying hold a full unendorsed valid Irish /EU licence, for Class B vehicles, or a licence acceptable to NDLS for transfer to full Irish licence, The successful candidate will be required to provide their own transport. Expenses incurred in work related travel will be recompensed in line with departmental circulars. Garda Vetting: The successful applicant may be required to undergo Garda Vetting prior to appointment. Superannuation Contribution: Persons who become pensionable officers 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 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 the State Pension Contributory). Persons who become pensionable officers 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. Widows & Orphans/ Spouses & Children’s Scheme All persons who become pensionable officers of a local Authority are required, in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Children’s Contributory Pension) Scheme, 1986, to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of State Pension contributory) in accordance with the terms of the Scheme. New Entrants From 1st January 2013 – Single Public Services Pension Scheme FOR NEW ENTRANTS recruited on or after 1st January, 2013 as well as former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks. The Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 applies to your employment. Members of this Scheme are required in respect of superannuation to contribute at the rate of 3% of pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of State Pension contributory) and you are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution. Retirement Age: Retirement age will be determined on previous Public Sector Service (if any) and will be advised on appointment. Former Public Service Employees Eligibility to compete may be affected where applicants were formerly employed by the Irish Public Service and previously availed of an Irish Public Service Scheme including: · Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) · Department of Health and Children Circular (7/2010) · Collective Agreement: Redundancy Payments to Public Servants Applicants should ensure that they are not precluded from re-engagement in the Irish Public Service under the terms of such Schemes. This is a non-exhaustive list and any queries should be directed to the applicant’s former Irish Public Service Employer in the first instance. Declaration Applicants will be required to declare whether they have previously availed of a public service scheme of incentivised early retirement and/or the collective agreement outlined above. Applicants will also be required to declare any entitlements to a Public Service pension benefit (in payment or preserved) from any other Public Service employment and/or where they have received a payment-in-lieu in respect of service in any Public Service employment. Offer of Appointment Galway City Council shall require persons to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of not more than one month from the date on which the offer is made. If they fail to take up the appointment within such period, or such longer period as the Council in its absolute discretion may determine, the Council shall not appoint them. All appointments are subject to receipt of satisfactory references and candidates may be required to produce documentary evidence of qualifications or experience claimed in their applications Applications must be made on the official application forms and all sections must be completed in full. When completing the application form accuracy is essential as it will be used as a computer input document. The information you supply in the application form will play a central part of the short listing process. Galway City Council’s decision to include you on the shortlist of candidates going forward to stage two of the process may be determined based on this information. Where, by reason of the number of persons seeking admission to the competition and the standard of knowledge, training or experience in general of such persons, Galway City Council consider that it would be reasonable not to admit all the persons to the competition, Galway City Council may admit to the competition only persons who appear likely to them to attain in the competition a standard sufficient for selection and recommendation for appointment. The admission of a person to a competition, or invitation to attend an interview, is not to be taken as implying that Galway City Council are satisfied that such person fulfils the requirements of the Regulations or is not disqualified by law from holding the position and does not carry a guarantee that your application will receive further consideration. It is important therefore, for you to note the onus is on you to ensure that you meet the eligibility requirements for the competition before attending for interview. If you do not meet these essential entry requirements but nevertheless attend for interview you will be putting yourself to unnecessary expense, as Galway City Council will not be responsible for refunding any expenses incurred.
Brigade Personnel
Appointments A panel may be formed on the basis of interviews, from which any offers of employment may be made. Following appointment, an initial probationary period of 1 year will apply, during which there will be ongoing quarterly reviews of performance and the period may be extended at Kerry County Council’s discretion. The person appointed will cease to be employed at the end of his/her period of probation unless his/her service during that period is satisfactory. The employment is permanent, part-time, and pensionable and is subject to the terms and conditions of national agreements pertaining to the Retained Fire Service. It shall be a condition of the offer of employment that the successful candidate shall agree to be bound by the terms and conditions attaching to the position – a full copy of which will be made available with any offer of employment. Salary Personnel are paid an annual inclusive allowance as follows: Year 1 €16,190 Years 2–4 €17,192 Years 5–7 €18,428 Year 8+ €19,555 Increments are payable subject to satisfactory overall performance, attendance, etc. Annual Leave Each Fire fighter must avail of 28 days annual leave per calendar year (excluding public holidays) on a pro-rata basis. The taking of annual leave should be equally divided between Rostered-On and Flexible working weeks. Availability Based on an annual 52 weeks, excluding 4 weeks annual leave, Retained Fire fighters will be required to be available and attend alerts 24 weeks in the year on a Rostered-On basis. Across the other 24 weeks where a Retained Fire fighter is rostered Flexible they can, if they so wish, attend incidents. Rostered-On Crew members are required to attend all incidents during periods where they are Rostered-On. In the event of occasional unavoidable absence of one rostered member for part of his/her week, it is the responsibility of the rostered member to arrange cover for the period of his/her absence with an available (off duty) member. This agreement has to be notified and agreed with the Station Officer or Sub-Station Officer in advance in order to guarantee that the Station Officer is in a position to ensure that the minimum manning levels for each station are met before any cover arrangement can be approved. Flexible Crew members who are rostered Flexible have the option to attend incidents if they so wish, but are not required to do so in the period. They can also provide cover for Rostered-On crew members by arrangement where pre-notified and agreed by the Station Officer or their alternate. Retained Fire fighters must normally reside and work in the town where the Brigade is located and in such a proximity to the Fire Station which will allow him/her to respond and attend at incidents in accordance with maximum response times. The current target mobilisation time is five minutes for emergency fire service response. It is necessary that appointees be released from their normal employment on the occasions that attendance at incidents demands such release. Changes of residence or workplace must be notified in writing to the Chief Fire Officer and failure to do so may result in termination of employment as a Retained Fire Fighter. Any change of residence or place of work that puts the Fire-Fighter at a distance or turnout times more than that permitted by the Chief Fire Officer from the Fire Station or to a location unacceptable to the Chief Fire Officer will result in termination of employment as a Fire Fighter. The Council may at its discretion, prior to employing any qualified candidate, seek appropriate evidence as to the availability of such person to fulfil the duties of this position. The Person Reporting to the Chief Fire Officer, or such other person as may be assigned from time to time by the Chief Executive, each candidate who accepts employment must be prepared to accept any risks involved and to fulfil, to the best of his/her ability his/her duty as a member of this County Fire Service in the saving of life, the fighting of fires and the saving of property. Character Each candidate must be of good character. 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. A Fire fighter must maintain a good level of physical fitness and shall partake in the Occupational Health Scheme for Members of the Retained Fire Service. He/She will be required to undergo a periodic medical assessment(s) by a medical examiner(s) nominated by Kerry County Council in accordance with the Scheme. Kerry County Council may also at any time require any appointee to undergo such medical assessment(s) by medical examiner(s) as nominated by Kerry County Council as deemed necessary. Payment of a medical examiner(s) fees will be made by Kerry County Council for the above examinations. Kerry County Council shall not be responsible for any expense involved in having any medical issues discovered pertaining to a medical examination remedied. Retention in the employment will depend on satisfactory reports by medical examiner(s) and the general condition above as to health. The normal retirement age for Retained Fire fighters is 55 years of age. There is however an option to continue working for a limited period up to 62 years of age, subject to satisfactory medical assessment under the Occupational Health Scheme. No extension beyond 62 years of age will be granted. 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 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 Duties & Responsibilities The key duties and responsibilities of the post of Retained Fire fighter include: · being available and capable at any time when Rostered-On for attendance at fires or other types of incidents; · operating within the Rostered-On/Flexible duty roster as outlined and as required by Kerry County Council; · being responsible for fire fighting or other emergency work as appropriate in an efficient and orderly manner under the direction of the officer-in-charge; · reporting under the immediate control of the Station Officer of the Brigade to which they are attached; · inform and seek approval when required of the Station Officer for any intended departure at any time from their Station ground; · attending regularly the scheduled and any special drills; · attending such training courses, seminars or special training courses as required; · carrying out duties on the maintenance of the fire station, appliances and equipment as directed; · accepting whatever alerter facilities are provided from time to time; · carrying out such other duties appropriate to the position as assigned. Format of the Competition Following the closing date for receipt of completed application forms, Kerry County Council will examine all applications. Shortlisting may apply depending on the number of applications received. Any position held on a Panel formed will be subject to both interview and a practical induction assessment. The practical induction assessment will involve assessment under the following criteria: Claustrophobia, Heights, Dexterity, Strength, Stamina and basic Literacy and Mathematic skills. Candidates will be required to pay any expenses incurred in attending the interview and one-day suitability course. Any final offer of employment will be subject to successful completion of a further six weeks training programme consisting of: Ø 3 Week Recruit Induction Course – QQI Level 6 Accredited Ø 2 Week Initial Breathing Apparatus Wearers Course – QQI Level 6 Accredited Ø 1 Week Compartment Fire Behaviour Training Course – QQI Level 6 Accredited Failure to attend and successfully pass these courses will result in withdrawal of any provisional offer of employment. Interview Candidates invited to attend for interview will be expected to demonstrate: · Knowledge and understanding of the role of the Fire Service · Relevant experience · Relevant training or prior learning · Supervisory Skills or Potential · Flexibility or Adaptability · Interpersonal or Communication Skills Candidates will be assessed and marked on how they demonstrate their knowledge, skills and experience at interview. General Information Kerry County Council will not be responsible for any expenses incurred by candidates. Any offer of employment will be subject to verification of information, medical examination, references and Garda vetting where appropriate. Provision of inaccurate or misleading information will result in disqualification, withdrawal of offer or dismissal. Any attempt to canvass or influence the recruitment process will result in automatic disqualification.
