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The Department of Defence invites applications for appointment to the position of General Operative Band 3. This competition is open to all candidates who meet the minimum eligibility criteria. The position is a permanent Non-Established State Industrial post based on a 39 hour per week basis. The appointment will be subject to a probationary period of 12 months. Continuation in employment in the position, once appointed, is subject to satisfactorily meeting the requirements of the position and performing the duties as directed. Persons who wish to be considered for appointment to the above position should submit an Application Form and copies of relevant certificates of attainment in support of their application. A short-listing assessment, on the basis of the information supplied in the applications, may be used by the Department to select those applicants who are to be invited to attend for competitive interview. A competitive interview process will be used by the Department to select those candidates determined by the Interview Board as being suitable for appointment to fill the position and a reserve panel, effective for a limited period, may be formed. A practical exercise may also be conducted as part of the selection process. Locations Vacancies for General Operative Band 3 have arisen in the following locations: · Naval Base & Dockyard (NBDY), Haulbowline, Co Cork · Collins Barracks, Co Cork · Casement Aerodrome, Baldonnel, Dublin · McKee Barracks, Dublin · Cathal Brugha Barracks, Dublin · Defence Forces Training Centre (DFTC), Curragh, Co Kildare · Coolmoney Camp, Glen of Imaal, Co Wicklow · Gormanston Camp, Co Meath · Custume Barracks, Athlone Candidates must select a location or area on their application. Requirements and Principal Duties of a General Operative Band 3 Note: The following list, which is not exhaustive, sets out the broad range of duties that may be required to be undertaken by a General Operative. Variances in the requirements of individual posts will reflect the management and operational requirements of individual sites and areas of work. Candidates can be assigned to the following: General Operative Duties / Range Operative Duties Duties and Responsibilities – General Operative duties Operate equipment, tools and machinery as instructed. Check that all equipment is operational. Assist Craftsman during their craft activity. Drive vehicles where suitably qualified and provided for within the Band 3 grade. General cleaning duties around the environs of your assigned Military Installation. General maintenance of the grounds of your assigned Military Installation. Maintenance of any article, plant, equipment or machinery for use at work in a safe manner and reporting defects to the Headquarters office. Accurate updating and maintenance of daily work books for inspection as instructed. Report all accidents and maintenance problems to Military Management. Consult or liaise on a daily basis with Military or Civilian Staff responsible for your working area. Ensure all relevant senior staff are kept informed of important and appropriate occurrences. Comply with Health and Safety legislation as outlined in the Unit’s Safety Statement. Assume personal responsibility for own safety at work. Obtain a safety awareness card (Safe Pass) and a construction skills card (CSCS) where required. The cost of this training will be borne by the employer. Carry out any other appropriate tasks as allotted from time to time by Military Management. Duties and Responsibilities – Range Operative Care and security of range equipment. Care and issue of range stores. Make up and repair target screens and penetrable targets. Grease and non-technical servicing of fitted range equipment. Maintain bullet catchers in accordance with the Range Administration Unit (RAU) instruction. Maintenance and minor repairs to the range structure, such as target pits and runs, mantlets, firing points and shelters. Cleanliness of the range and range buildings. Remove any military debris left in error by user units. Maintain the range booking diary and liaise with the RAU regarding the range programme. Display red flags and red lamps as required by Range Orders. Prepare the range to the users' requirements. Instruct the range user about targets, control systems and local range procedures when necessary. Brief the user on special instructions for the range and any restrictions or limitations on movement caused by neighbouring ranges. Custody of Range Orders and the Range Log. Hand over and take back the range from the user. Record defects and damage arising from use. Security of the range at the end of the day's practice. Special conditions apply Work at heights. Operate machinery appropriate to Band 3. Lone working and working with teams. Deal with the public and contractors. The appointee must attend and reach a satisfactory standard in training, as and when directed. Work outdoors, open to weather elements, and indoors in confined and restricted space. This job description is a guide to the general range of duties assigned to the post holder. It is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive and is subject to periodic review with the employee concerned. Minimum Eligibility Requirements Candidates must, at the closing date, possess the following: Have the requisite knowledge, skills and competencies to carry out the role. Be capable and competent of fulfilling the role to a high standard. Have a good general level of education. Fulfil health and character requirements. Desirable Skills and Attributes Knowledge of the Defence Organisation. A full, clean and current driving licence, minimum category B. Note: From 1 January 2021 if you are resident in Ireland and hold a United Kingdom or Northern Ireland driving licence it is no longer valid to drive in Ireland and must therefore be exchanged. Further information is available on www.ndls.ie Age and Pension On the closing date for receipt of applications for this position, the minimum age requirement for potential applicants is 18. The appointee, if not an existing State Industrial employee appointed before 1 January 2013, will be a member of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme, as defined in the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. Under the Scheme, retirement is compulsory on reaching 70 years of age. Please note that the abatement provisions of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 will apply to applicants who are in receipt of public service pensions. Outside Employment The position is full-time and the appointee may not at any time engage in, or be connected with, any outside business or activity which would in any way conflict with the interests of the Department, be inconsistent with their official position, or tend to impair their ability to carry out their duties. Any intention to engage in outside business or employment must be notified to the Civilian Human Resources Section. Ill-Health Retirement For an individual who has retired from a Civil or Public Service body on the grounds of ill-health, his or her pension from that employment may be subject to review in accordance with the rules of ill-health retirement within the pension scheme of that employment. Health Before being accepted as suitable for appointment, the appointee must satisfy certain criteria including suitability in respect of health. The onus is on the appointee to declare their suitability, to the best of their knowledge and belief, regarding their health status. The appointee will be asked to complete an online health questionnaire. Any misstatements, incomplete statements or false declarations are liable to disqualify the appointee from the competition and or result in the summary termination of their appointment to or employment in the position. Security Clearance Garda vetting or security clearance may be sought in respect of individuals who come under consideration for certain appointments. The proposed appointee may be required to complete and return a Garda Vetting form that will be forwarded to An Garda Síochána for security checks. Enquiries may also be made with the police force of any country in which the proposed appointee resided. Before appointing a person to a civilian employee position, the Minister for Defence shall be satisfied as to the person’s suitability for appointment to work in a military installation and may make any enquiries deemed necessary. A person applying for a civilian employee position shall be required to authorise the Garda Síochána to furnish the Secretary General with a statement regarding any convictions recorded against that person. Pay The General Operative (GO Band 3) (Rural) pay scale, as and from 1 August 2025, is as follows: On commencement Point 1 PPC 691.65 After 1 Year Point 2 PPC 727.56 After 2 Years Point 3 PPC 749.85 After 3 Years Point 4 PPC 761.13 After 4 Years Point 5 PPC 769.02 After 5 Years Point 6 PPC 780.21 After 6 Years Point 7 PPC 791.47 After 7 Years Point 8 PPC 795.91 After 8 Years Point 9 PPC 806.91 The General Operative (GO Band 3) (Dublin) pay scale, as and from 1 August 2025, is as follows: On commencement Point 1 PPC 673.99 After 1 Year Point 2 PPC 709.91 After 2 Years Point 3 PPC 736.87 After 3 Years Point 4 PPC 741.68 After 4 Years Point 5 PPC 752.98 After 5 Years Point 6 PPC 764.28 After 6 Years Point 7 PPC 772.14 After 7 Years Point 8 PPC 783.38 After 8 Years Point 9 PPC 794.58 The rate of pay offered will be the first point of the above scales. Class A rate of PRSI will apply to any person appointed under this competition. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government policy. Candidates should note that different pay and conditions may apply if, immediately prior to appointment, the appointee is a serving civil or public servant. Important Note Increments may be awarded subject to changes in the terms and conditions relating to salary increments in the Civil or Public Service generally. Payment Payment will be made weekly by Electronic Fund Transfer into a bank account of the officer’s choice. Payment cannot be made until a bank account number and bank sort code have been supplied to the Department of Defence. Statutory deductions from salary will be made as appropriate. Declaration Applicants will be required to declare whether they have previously availed of a Public Service scheme of incentivised early retirement. Applicants will also be required to declare any entitlements to a Public Service pension benefit, whether 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. Confidentiality Subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act 2014, applications will be treated in strict confidence. All aspects of the application and assessment process are treated as strictly confidential and are not disclosed to anyone outside of those persons directly involved in the assessment process. Other Important Information The Department of Defence will not be responsible for refunding any expenses incurred by candidates. The admission of a person to a campaign, or an invitation to attend any element of the selection process, does not imply that the Department of Defence is satisfied that such person fulfils the requirements of the competition or is not disqualified by law from holding the position, and does not guarantee that the application will receive further consideration. The onus is on the candidate to ensure that they meet the eligibility requirements for the competition before attending. Failure to meet the essential entry requirements may result in unnecessary expense. Should the person assigned to a post decline, or having accepted it relinquish it, or if an additional vacancy arises, the Department of Defence may, at its discretion, select another person for appointment from the results of this selection process. Candidates’ Obligations Candidates must not knowingly or recklessly provide false information. Canvassing will disqualify candidates and result in exclusion from the process. Candidates must not canvass any person with or without inducements. Candidates must not interfere with or compromise the process in any way. A third party must not personate a candidate at any stage of the process. Any person who contravenes these provisions, or assists another person in doing so, is guilty of an offence and may be liable to a fine or imprisonment. Where a person found guilty of an offence was a candidate and was not appointed, they will be disqualified. Where a person was appointed, they shall forfeit that appointment. Specific Candidate Criteria Candidates must have the knowledge and ability to discharge the duties of the post concerned. Candidates must be suitable on the grounds of character. Candidates must be suitable in all other relevant respects for appointment to the post concerned. If successful, candidates will not be appointed to, or continue in, employment unless they agree to undertake the duties attached to the post, accept the conditions under which the duties are or may be required to be performed, and are fully competent and available to undertake the duties attached to the position. Deeming of Candidature to be Withdrawn Candidates who do not attend for interview or other tests when and where required, or who do not furnish requested evidence relevant to their candidature, will have no further claim to consideration. Data Protection Acts 1988, 2003 and 2018 When an application is received, the Department of Defence creates a record containing the personal information supplied. This information is used solely for processing the candidature. Where third parties are involved, such as the Payroll Shared Service Centre, information may be shared where necessary, with all appropriate security measures in place. All information held is subject to the rights and obligations set out in the Data Protection Acts 1988, 2003 and 2018.
General Operative
The Department of Defence invites applications for appointment to the position of General Operative Band 3. This competition is open to all candidates who meet the minimum eligibility criteria. The position is a permanent Non-Established State Industrial post based on a 39 hour per week basis. The appointment will be subject to a probationary period of 12 months. Continuation in employment in the position, once appointed, is subject to satisfactorily meeting the requirements of the position and performing the duties as directed. Persons who wish to be considered for appointment to the above position should submit an Application Form and copies of relevant certificates of attainment in support of their application. A short-listing assessment, on the basis of the information supplied in the applications, may be used by the Department to select those applicants who are to be invited to attend for competitive interview. A competitive interview process will be used by the Department to select those candidates determined by the Interview Board as being suitable for appointment to fill the position and a reserve panel, effective for a limited period, may be formed. A practical exercise may also be conducted as part of the selection process. Locations Vacancies for General Operative Band 3 have arisen in the following locations: · Naval Base & Dockyard (NBDY), Haulbowline, Co Cork · Collins Barracks, Co Cork · Casement Aerodrome, Baldonnel, Dublin · McKee Barracks, Dublin · Cathal Brugha Barracks, Dublin · Defence Forces Training Centre (DFTC), Curragh, Co Kildare · Coolmoney Camp, Glen of Imaal, Co Wicklow · Gormanston Camp, Co Meath · Custume Barracks, Athlone Candidates must select a location or area on their application. Requirements and Principal Duties of a General Operative Band 3 Note: The following list, which is not exhaustive, sets out the broad range of duties that may be required to be undertaken by a General Operative. Variances in the requirements of individual posts will reflect the management and operational requirements of individual sites and areas of work. Candidates can be assigned to the following: General Operative Duties / Range Operative Duties Duties and Responsibilities – General Operative duties Operate equipment, tools and machinery as instructed. Check that all equipment is operational. Assist Craftsman during their craft activity. Drive vehicles where suitably qualified and provided for within the Band 3 grade. General cleaning duties around the environs of your assigned Military Installation. General maintenance of the grounds of your assigned Military Installation. Maintenance of any article, plant, equipment or machinery for use at work in a safe manner and reporting defects to the Headquarters office. Accurate updating and maintenance of daily work books for inspection as instructed. Report all accidents and maintenance problems to Military Management. Consult or liaise on a daily basis with Military or Civilian Staff responsible for your working area. Ensure all relevant senior staff are kept informed of important and appropriate occurrences. Comply with Health and Safety legislation as outlined in the Unit’s Safety Statement. Assume personal responsibility for own safety at work. Obtain a safety awareness card (Safe Pass) and a construction skills card (CSCS) where required. The cost of this training will be borne by the employer. Carry out any other appropriate tasks as allotted from time to time by Military Management. Duties and Responsibilities – Range Operative Care and security of range equipment. Care and issue of range stores. Make up and repair target screens and penetrable targets. Grease and non-technical servicing of fitted range equipment. Maintain bullet catchers in accordance with the Range Administration Unit (RAU) instruction. Maintenance and minor repairs to the range structure, such as target pits and runs, mantlets, firing points and shelters. Cleanliness of the range and range buildings. Remove any military debris left in error by user units. Maintain the range booking diary and liaise with the RAU regarding the range programme. Display red flags and red lamps as required by Range Orders. Prepare the range to the users' requirements. Instruct the range user about targets, control systems and local range procedures when necessary. Brief the user on special instructions for the range and any restrictions or limitations on movement caused by neighbouring ranges. Custody of Range Orders and the Range Log. Hand over and take back the range from the user. Record defects and damage arising from use. Security of the range at the end of the day's practice. Special conditions apply Work at heights. Operate machinery appropriate to Band 3. Lone working and working with teams. Deal with the public and contractors. The appointee must attend and reach a satisfactory standard in training, as and when directed. Work outdoors, open to weather elements, and indoors in confined and restricted space. This job description is a guide to the general range of duties assigned to the post holder. It is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive and is subject to periodic review with the employee concerned. Minimum Eligibility Requirements Candidates must, at the closing date, possess the following: Have the requisite knowledge, skills and competencies to carry out the role. Be capable and competent of fulfilling the role to a high standard. Have a good general level of education. Fulfil health and character requirements. Desirable Skills and Attributes Knowledge of the Defence Organisation. A full, clean and current driving licence, minimum category B. Note: From 1 January 2021 if you are resident in Ireland and hold a United Kingdom or Northern Ireland driving licence it is no longer valid to drive in Ireland and must therefore be exchanged. Further information is available on www.ndls.ie Age and Pension On the closing date for receipt of applications for this position, the minimum age requirement for potential applicants is 18. The appointee, if not an existing State Industrial employee appointed before 1 January 2013, will be a member of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme, as defined in the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. Under the Scheme, retirement is compulsory on reaching 70 years of age. Please note that the abatement provisions of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 will apply to applicants who are in receipt of public service pensions. Outside Employment The position is full-time and the appointee may not at any time engage in, or be connected with, any outside business or activity which would in any way conflict with the interests of the Department, be inconsistent with their official position, or tend to impair their ability to carry out their duties. Any intention to engage in outside business or employment must be notified to the Civilian Human Resources Section. Ill-Health Retirement For an individual who has retired from a Civil or Public Service body on the grounds of ill-health, his or her pension from that employment may be subject to review in accordance with the rules of ill-health retirement within the pension scheme of that employment. Health Before being accepted as suitable for appointment, the appointee must satisfy certain criteria including suitability in respect of health. The onus is on the appointee to declare their suitability, to the best of their knowledge and belief, regarding their health status. The appointee will be asked to complete an online health questionnaire. Any misstatements, incomplete statements or false declarations are liable to disqualify the appointee from the competition and or result in the summary termination of their appointment to or employment in the position. Security Clearance Garda vetting or security clearance may be sought in respect of individuals who come under consideration for certain appointments. The proposed appointee may be required to complete and return a Garda Vetting form that will be forwarded to An Garda Síochána for security checks. Enquiries may also be made with the police force of any country in which the proposed appointee resided. Before appointing a person to a civilian employee position, the Minister for Defence shall be satisfied as to the person’s suitability for appointment to work in a military installation and may make any enquiries deemed necessary. A person applying for a civilian employee position shall be required to authorise the Garda Síochána to furnish the Secretary General with a statement regarding any convictions recorded against that person. Pay The General Operative (GO Band 3) (Rural) pay scale, as and from 1 August 2025, is as follows: On commencement Point 1 PPC 691.65 After 1 Year Point 2 PPC 727.56 After 2 Years Point 3 PPC 749.85 After 3 Years Point 4 PPC 761.13 After 4 Years Point 5 PPC 769.02 After 5 Years Point 6 PPC 780.21 After 6 Years Point 7 PPC 791.47 After 7 Years Point 8 PPC 795.91 After 8 Years Point 9 PPC 806.91 The General Operative (GO Band 3) (Dublin) pay scale, as and from 1 August 2025, is as follows: On commencement Point 1 PPC 673.99 After 1 Year Point 2 PPC 709.91 After 2 Years Point 3 PPC 736.87 After 3 Years Point 4 PPC 741.68 After 4 Years Point 5 PPC 752.98 After 5 Years Point 6 PPC 764.28 After 6 Years Point 7 PPC 772.14 After 7 Years Point 8 PPC 783.38 After 8 Years Point 9 PPC 794.58 The rate of pay offered will be the first point of the above scales. Class A rate of PRSI will apply to any person appointed under this competition. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government policy. Candidates should note that different pay and conditions may apply if, immediately prior to appointment, the appointee is a serving civil or public servant. Important Note Increments may be awarded subject to changes in the terms and conditions relating to salary increments in the Civil or Public Service generally. Payment Payment will be made weekly by Electronic Fund Transfer into a bank account of the officer’s choice. Payment cannot be made until a bank account number and bank sort code have been supplied to the Department of Defence. Statutory deductions from salary will be made as appropriate. Declaration Applicants will be required to declare whether they have previously availed of a Public Service scheme of incentivised early retirement. Applicants will also be required to declare any entitlements to a Public Service pension benefit, whether 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. Confidentiality Subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act 2014, applications will be treated in strict confidence. All aspects of the application and assessment process are treated as strictly confidential and are not disclosed to anyone outside of those persons directly involved in the assessment process. Other Important Information The Department of Defence will not be responsible for refunding any expenses incurred by candidates. The admission of a person to a campaign, or an invitation to attend any element of the selection process, does not imply that the Department of Defence is satisfied that such person fulfils the requirements of the competition or is not disqualified by law from holding the position, and does not guarantee that the application will receive further consideration. The onus is on the candidate to ensure that they meet the eligibility requirements for the competition before attending. Failure to meet the essential entry requirements may result in unnecessary expense. Should the person assigned to a post decline, or having accepted it relinquish it, or if an additional vacancy arises, the Department of Defence may, at its discretion, select another person for appointment from the results of this selection process. Candidates’ Obligations Candidates must not knowingly or recklessly provide false information. Canvassing will disqualify candidates and result in exclusion from the process. Candidates must not canvass any person with or without inducements. Candidates must not interfere with or compromise the process in any way. A third party must not personate a candidate at any stage of the process. Any person who contravenes these provisions, or assists another person in doing so, is guilty of an offence and may be liable to a fine or imprisonment. Where a person found guilty of an offence was a candidate and was not appointed, they will be disqualified. Where a person was appointed, they shall forfeit that appointment. Specific Candidate Criteria Candidates must have the knowledge and ability to discharge the duties of the post concerned. Candidates must be suitable on the grounds of character. Candidates must be suitable in all other relevant respects for appointment to the post concerned. If successful, candidates will not be appointed to, or continue in, employment unless they agree to undertake the duties attached to the post, accept the conditions under which the duties are or may be required to be performed, and are fully competent and available to undertake the duties attached to the position. Deeming of Candidature to be Withdrawn Candidates who do not attend for interview or other tests when and where required, or who do not furnish requested evidence relevant to their candidature, will have no further claim to consideration. Data Protection Acts 1988, 2003 and 2018 When an application is received, the Department of Defence creates a record containing the personal information supplied. This information is used solely for processing the candidature. Where third parties are involved, such as the Payroll Shared Service Centre, information may be shared where necessary, with all appropriate security measures in place. All information held is subject to the rights and obligations set out in the Data Protection Acts 1988, 2003 and 2018.
General Operative
The Department of Defence invites applications for appointment to the position of General Operative Band 3. This competition is open to all candidates who meet the minimum eligibility criteria. The position is a permanent Non-Established State Industrial post based on a 39 hour per week basis. The appointment will be subject to a probationary period of 12 months. Continuation in employment in the position, once appointed, is subject to satisfactorily meeting the requirements of the position and performing the duties as directed. Persons who wish to be considered for appointment to the above position should submit an Application Form and copies of relevant certificates of attainment in support of their application. A short-listing assessment, on the basis of the information supplied in the applications, may be used by the Department to select those applicants who are to be invited to attend for competitive interview. A competitive interview process will be used by the Department to select those candidates determined by the Interview Board as being suitable for appointment to fill the position and a reserve panel, effective for a limited period, may be formed. A practical exercise may also be conducted as part of the selection process. Locations Vacancies for General Operative Band 3 have arisen in the following locations: · Naval Base & Dockyard (NBDY), Haulbowline, Co Cork · Collins Barracks, Co Cork · Casement Aerodrome, Baldonnel, Dublin · McKee Barracks, Dublin · Cathal Brugha Barracks, Dublin · Defence Forces Training Centre (DFTC), Curragh, Co Kildare · Coolmoney Camp, Glen of Imaal, Co Wicklow · Gormanston Camp, Co Meath · Custume Barracks, Athlone Candidates must select a location or area on their application. Requirements and Principal Duties of a General Operative Band 3 Note: The following list, which is not exhaustive, sets out the broad range of duties that may be required to be undertaken by a General Operative. Variances in the requirements of individual posts will reflect the management and operational requirements of individual sites and areas of work. Candidates can be assigned to the following: General Operative Duties / Range Operative Duties Duties and Responsibilities – General Operative duties Operate equipment, tools and machinery as instructed. Check that all equipment is operational. Assist Craftsman during their craft activity. Drive vehicles where suitably qualified and provided for within the Band 3 grade. General cleaning duties around the environs of your assigned Military Installation. General maintenance of the grounds of your assigned Military Installation. Maintenance of any article, plant, equipment or machinery for use at work in a safe manner and reporting defects to the Headquarters office. Accurate updating and maintenance of daily work books for inspection as instructed. Report all accidents and maintenance problems to Military Management. Consult or liaise on a daily basis with Military or Civilian Staff responsible for your working area. Ensure all relevant senior staff are kept informed of important and appropriate occurrences. Comply with Health and Safety legislation as outlined in the Unit’s Safety Statement. Assume personal responsibility for own safety at work. Obtain a safety awareness card (Safe Pass) and a construction skills card (CSCS) where required. The cost of this training will be borne by the employer. Carry out any other appropriate tasks as allotted from time to time by Military Management. Duties and Responsibilities – Range Operative Care and security of range equipment. Care and issue of range stores. Make up and repair target screens and penetrable targets. Grease and non-technical servicing of fitted range equipment. Maintain bullet catchers in accordance with the Range Administration Unit (RAU) instruction. Maintenance and minor repairs to the range structure, such as target pits and runs, mantlets, firing points and shelters. Cleanliness of the range and range buildings. Remove any military debris left in error by user units. Maintain the range booking diary and liaise with the RAU regarding the range programme. Display red flags and red lamps as required by Range Orders. Prepare the range to the users' requirements. Instruct the range user about targets, control systems and local range procedures when necessary. Brief the user on special instructions for the range and any restrictions or limitations on movement caused by neighbouring ranges. Custody of Range Orders and the Range Log. Hand over and take back the range from the user. Record defects and damage arising from use. Security of the range at the end of the day's practice. Special conditions apply Work at heights. Operate machinery appropriate to Band 3. Lone working and working with teams. Deal with the public and contractors. The appointee must attend and reach a satisfactory standard in training, as and when directed. Work outdoors, open to weather elements, and indoors in confined and restricted space. This job description is a guide to the general range of duties assigned to the post holder. It is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive and is subject to periodic review with the employee concerned. Minimum Eligibility Requirements Candidates must, at the closing date, possess the following: Have the requisite knowledge, skills and competencies to carry out the role. Be capable and competent of fulfilling the role to a high standard. Have a good general level of education. Fulfil health and character requirements. Desirable Skills and Attributes Knowledge of the Defence Organisation. A full, clean and current driving licence, minimum category B. Note: From 1 January 2021 if you are resident in Ireland and hold a United Kingdom or Northern Ireland driving licence it is no longer valid to drive in Ireland and must therefore be exchanged. Further information is available on www.ndls.ie Age and Pension On the closing date for receipt of applications for this position, the minimum age requirement for potential applicants is 18. The appointee, if not an existing State Industrial employee appointed before 1 January 2013, will be a member of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme, as defined in the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. Under the Scheme, retirement is compulsory on reaching 70 years of age. Please note that the abatement provisions of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 will apply to applicants who are in receipt of public service pensions. Outside Employment The position is full-time and the appointee may not at any time engage in, or be connected with, any outside business or activity which would in any way conflict with the interests of the Department, be inconsistent with their official position, or tend to impair their ability to carry out their duties. Any intention to engage in outside business or employment must be notified to the Civilian Human Resources Section. Ill-Health Retirement For an individual who has retired from a Civil or Public Service body on the grounds of ill-health, his or her pension from that employment may be subject to review in accordance with the rules of ill-health retirement within the pension scheme of that employment. Health Before being accepted as suitable for appointment, the appointee must satisfy certain criteria including suitability in respect of health. The onus is on the appointee to declare their suitability, to the best of their knowledge and belief, regarding their health status. The appointee will be asked to complete an online health questionnaire. Any misstatements, incomplete statements or false declarations are liable to disqualify the appointee from the competition and or result in the summary termination of their appointment to or employment in the position. Security Clearance Garda vetting or security clearance may be sought in respect of individuals who come under consideration for certain appointments. The proposed appointee may be required to complete and return a Garda Vetting form that will be forwarded to An Garda Síochána for security checks. Enquiries may also be made with the police force of any country in which the proposed appointee resided. Before appointing a person to a civilian employee position, the Minister for Defence shall be satisfied as to the person’s suitability for appointment to work in a military installation and may make any enquiries deemed necessary. A person applying for a civilian employee position shall be required to authorise the Garda Síochána to furnish the Secretary General with a statement regarding any convictions recorded against that person. Pay The General Operative (GO Band 3) (Rural) pay scale, as and from 1 August 2025, is as follows: On commencement Point 1 PPC 691.65 After 1 Year Point 2 PPC 727.56 After 2 Years Point 3 PPC 749.85 After 3 Years Point 4 PPC 761.13 After 4 Years Point 5 PPC 769.02 After 5 Years Point 6 PPC 780.21 After 6 Years Point 7 PPC 791.47 After 7 Years Point 8 PPC 795.91 After 8 Years Point 9 PPC 806.91 The General Operative (GO Band 3) (Dublin) pay scale, as and from 1 August 2025, is as follows: On commencement Point 1 PPC 673.99 After 1 Year Point 2 PPC 709.91 After 2 Years Point 3 PPC 736.87 After 3 Years Point 4 PPC 741.68 After 4 Years Point 5 PPC 752.98 After 5 Years Point 6 PPC 764.28 After 6 Years Point 7 PPC 772.14 After 7 Years Point 8 PPC 783.38 After 8 Years Point 9 PPC 794.58 The rate of pay offered will be the first point of the above scales. Class A rate of PRSI will apply to any person appointed under this competition. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government policy. Candidates should note that different pay and conditions may apply if, immediately prior to appointment, the appointee is a serving civil or public servant. Important Note Increments may be awarded subject to changes in the terms and conditions relating to salary increments in the Civil or Public Service generally. Payment Payment will be made weekly by Electronic Fund Transfer into a bank account of the officer’s choice. Payment cannot be made until a bank account number and bank sort code have been supplied to the Department of Defence. Statutory deductions from salary will be made as appropriate. Declaration Applicants will be required to declare whether they have previously availed of a Public Service scheme of incentivised early retirement. Applicants will also be required to declare any entitlements to a Public Service pension benefit, whether 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. Confidentiality Subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act 2014, applications will be treated in strict confidence. All aspects of the application and assessment process are treated as strictly confidential and are not disclosed to anyone outside of those persons directly involved in the assessment process. Other Important Information The Department of Defence will not be responsible for refunding any expenses incurred by candidates. The admission of a person to a campaign, or an invitation to attend any element of the selection process, does not imply that the Department of Defence is satisfied that such person fulfils the requirements of the competition or is not disqualified by law from holding the position, and does not guarantee that the application will receive further consideration. The onus is on the candidate to ensure that they meet the eligibility requirements for the competition before attending. Failure to meet the essential entry requirements may result in unnecessary expense. Should the person assigned to a post decline, or having accepted it relinquish it, or if an additional vacancy arises, the Department of Defence may, at its discretion, select another person for appointment from the results of this selection process. Candidates’ Obligations Candidates must not knowingly or recklessly provide false information. Canvassing will disqualify candidates and result in exclusion from the process. Candidates must not canvass any person with or without inducements. Candidates must not interfere with or compromise the process in any way. A third party must not personate a candidate at any stage of the process. Any person who contravenes these provisions, or assists another person in doing so, is guilty of an offence and may be liable to a fine or imprisonment. Where a person found guilty of an offence was a candidate and was not appointed, they will be disqualified. Where a person was appointed, they shall forfeit that appointment. Specific Candidate Criteria Candidates must have the knowledge and ability to discharge the duties of the post concerned. Candidates must be suitable on the grounds of character. Candidates must be suitable in all other relevant respects for appointment to the post concerned. If successful, candidates will not be appointed to, or continue in, employment unless they agree to undertake the duties attached to the post, accept the conditions under which the duties are or may be required to be performed, and are fully competent and available to undertake the duties attached to the position. Deeming of Candidature to be Withdrawn Candidates who do not attend for interview or other tests when and where required, or who do not furnish requested evidence relevant to their candidature, will have no further claim to consideration. Data Protection Acts 1988, 2003 and 2018 When an application is received, the Department of Defence creates a record containing the personal information supplied. This information is used solely for processing the candidature. Where third parties are involved, such as the Payroll Shared Service Centre, information may be shared where necessary, with all appropriate security measures in place. All information held is subject to the rights and obligations set out in the Data Protection Acts 1988, 2003 and 2018.
General Operative
The Department of Defence invites applications for appointment to the position of General Operative Band 3. This competition is open to all candidates who meet the minimum eligibility criteria. The position is a permanent Non-Established State Industrial post based on a 39 hour per week basis. The appointment will be subject to a probationary period of 12 months. Continuation in employment in the position, once appointed, is subject to satisfactorily meeting the requirements of the position and performing the duties as directed. Persons who wish to be considered for appointment to the above position should submit an Application Form and copies of relevant certificates of attainment in support of their application. A short-listing assessment, on the basis of the information supplied in the applications, may be used by the Department to select those applicants who are to be invited to attend for competitive interview. A competitive interview process will be used by the Department to select those candidates determined by the Interview Board as being suitable for appointment to fill the position and a reserve panel, effective for a limited period, may be formed. A practical exercise may also be conducted as part of the selection process. Locations Vacancies for General Operative Band 3 have arisen in the following locations: · Naval Base & Dockyard (NBDY), Haulbowline, Co Cork · Collins Barracks, Co Cork · Casement Aerodrome, Baldonnel, Dublin · McKee Barracks, Dublin · Cathal Brugha Barracks, Dublin · Defence Forces Training Centre (DFTC), Curragh, Co Kildare · Coolmoney Camp, Glen of Imaal, Co Wicklow · Gormanston Camp, Co Meath · Custume Barracks, Athlone Candidates must select a location or area on their application. Requirements and Principal Duties of a General Operative Band 3 Note: The following list, which is not exhaustive, sets out the broad range of duties that may be required to be undertaken by a General Operative. Variances in the requirements of individual posts will reflect the management and operational requirements of individual sites and areas of work. Candidates can be assigned to the following: General Operative Duties / Range Operative Duties Duties and Responsibilities – General Operative duties Operate equipment, tools and machinery as instructed. Check that all equipment is operational. Assist Craftsman during their craft activity. Drive vehicles where suitably qualified and provided for within the Band 3 grade. General cleaning duties around the environs of your assigned Military Installation. General maintenance of the grounds of your assigned Military Installation. Maintenance of any article, plant, equipment or machinery for use at work in a safe manner and reporting defects to the Headquarters office. Accurate updating and maintenance of daily work books for inspection as instructed. Report all accidents and maintenance problems to Military Management. Consult or liaise on a daily basis with Military or Civilian Staff responsible for your working area. Ensure all relevant senior staff are kept informed of important and appropriate occurrences. Comply with Health and Safety legislation as outlined in the Unit’s Safety Statement. Assume personal responsibility for own safety at work. Obtain a safety awareness card (Safe Pass) and a construction skills card (CSCS) where required. The cost of this training will be borne by the employer. Carry out any other appropriate tasks as allotted from time to time by Military Management. Duties and Responsibilities – Range Operative Care and security of range equipment. Care and issue of range stores. Make up and repair target screens and penetrable targets. Grease and non-technical servicing of fitted range equipment. Maintain bullet catchers in accordance with the Range Administration Unit (RAU) instruction. Maintenance and minor repairs to the range structure, such as target pits and runs, mantlets, firing points and shelters. Cleanliness of the range and range buildings. Remove any military debris left in error by user units. Maintain the range booking diary and liaise with the RAU regarding the range programme. Display red flags and red lamps as required by Range Orders. Prepare the range to the users' requirements. Instruct the range user about targets, control systems and local range procedures when necessary. Brief the user on special instructions for the range and any restrictions or limitations on movement caused by neighbouring ranges. Custody of Range Orders and the Range Log. Hand over and take back the range from the user. Record defects and damage arising from use. Security of the range at the end of the day's practice. Special conditions apply Work at heights. Operate machinery appropriate to Band 3. Lone working and working with teams. Deal with the public and contractors. The appointee must attend and reach a satisfactory standard in training, as and when directed. Work outdoors, open to weather elements, and indoors in confined and restricted space. This job description is a guide to the general range of duties assigned to the post holder. It is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive and is subject to periodic review with the employee concerned. Minimum Eligibility Requirements Candidates must, at the closing date, possess the following: Have the requisite knowledge, skills and competencies to carry out the role. Be capable and competent of fulfilling the role to a high standard. Have a good general level of education. Fulfil health and character requirements. Desirable Skills and Attributes Knowledge of the Defence Organisation. A full, clean and current driving licence, minimum category B. Note: From 1 January 2021 if you are resident in Ireland and hold a United Kingdom or Northern Ireland driving licence it is no longer valid to drive in Ireland and must therefore be exchanged. Further information is available on www.ndls.ie Age and Pension On the closing date for receipt of applications for this position, the minimum age requirement for potential applicants is 18. The appointee, if not an existing State Industrial employee appointed before 1 January 2013, will be a member of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme, as defined in the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. Under the Scheme, retirement is compulsory on reaching 70 years of age. Please note that the abatement provisions of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 will apply to applicants who are in receipt of public service pensions. Outside Employment The position is full-time and the appointee may not at any time engage in, or be connected with, any outside business or activity which would in any way conflict with the interests of the Department, be inconsistent with their official position, or tend to impair their ability to carry out their duties. Any intention to engage in outside business or employment must be notified to the Civilian Human Resources Section. Ill-Health Retirement For an individual who has retired from a Civil or Public Service body on the grounds of ill-health, his or her pension from that employment may be subject to review in accordance with the rules of ill-health retirement within the pension scheme of that employment. Health Before being accepted as suitable for appointment, the appointee must satisfy certain criteria including suitability in respect of health. The onus is on the appointee to declare their suitability, to the best of their knowledge and belief, regarding their health status. The appointee will be asked to complete an online health questionnaire. Any misstatements, incomplete statements or false declarations are liable to disqualify the appointee from the competition and or result in the summary termination of their appointment to or employment in the position. Security Clearance Garda vetting or security clearance may be sought in respect of individuals who come under consideration for certain appointments. The proposed appointee may be required to complete and return a Garda Vetting form that will be forwarded to An Garda Síochána for security checks. Enquiries may also be made with the police force of any country in which the proposed appointee resided. Before appointing a person to a civilian employee position, the Minister for Defence shall be satisfied as to the person’s suitability for appointment to work in a military installation and may make any enquiries deemed necessary. A person applying for a civilian employee position shall be required to authorise the Garda Síochána to furnish the Secretary General with a statement regarding any convictions recorded against that person. Pay The General Operative (GO Band 3) (Rural) pay scale, as and from 1 August 2025, is as follows: On commencement Point 1 PPC 691.65 After 1 Year Point 2 PPC 727.56 After 2 Years Point 3 PPC 749.85 After 3 Years Point 4 PPC 761.13 After 4 Years Point 5 PPC 769.02 After 5 Years Point 6 PPC 780.21 After 6 Years Point 7 PPC 791.47 After 7 Years Point 8 PPC 795.91 After 8 Years Point 9 PPC 806.91 The General Operative (GO Band 3) (Dublin) pay scale, as and from 1 August 2025, is as follows: On commencement Point 1 PPC 673.99 After 1 Year Point 2 PPC 709.91 After 2 Years Point 3 PPC 736.87 After 3 Years Point 4 PPC 741.68 After 4 Years Point 5 PPC 752.98 After 5 Years Point 6 PPC 764.28 After 6 Years Point 7 PPC 772.14 After 7 Years Point 8 PPC 783.38 After 8 Years Point 9 PPC 794.58 The rate of pay offered will be the first point of the above scales. Class A rate of PRSI will apply to any person appointed under this competition. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government policy. Candidates should note that different pay and conditions may apply if, immediately prior to appointment, the appointee is a serving civil or public servant. Important Note Increments may be awarded subject to changes in the terms and conditions relating to salary increments in the Civil or Public Service generally. Payment Payment will be made weekly by Electronic Fund Transfer into a bank account of the officer’s choice. Payment cannot be made until a bank account number and bank sort code have been supplied to the Department of Defence. Statutory deductions from salary will be made as appropriate. Declaration Applicants will be required to declare whether they have previously availed of a Public Service scheme of incentivised early retirement. Applicants will also be required to declare any entitlements to a Public Service pension benefit, whether 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. Confidentiality Subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act 2014, applications will be treated in strict confidence. All aspects of the application and assessment process are treated as strictly confidential and are not disclosed to anyone outside of those persons directly involved in the assessment process. Other Important Information The Department of Defence will not be responsible for refunding any expenses incurred by candidates. The admission of a person to a campaign, or an invitation to attend any element of the selection process, does not imply that the Department of Defence is satisfied that such person fulfils the requirements of the competition or is not disqualified by law from holding the position, and does not guarantee that the application will receive further consideration. The onus is on the candidate to ensure that they meet the eligibility requirements for the competition before attending. Failure to meet the essential entry requirements may result in unnecessary expense. Should the person assigned to a post decline, or having accepted it relinquish it, or if an additional vacancy arises, the Department of Defence may, at its discretion, select another person for appointment from the results of this selection process. Candidates’ Obligations Candidates must not knowingly or recklessly provide false information. Canvassing will disqualify candidates and result in exclusion from the process. Candidates must not canvass any person with or without inducements. Candidates must not interfere with or compromise the process in any way. A third party must not personate a candidate at any stage of the process. Any person who contravenes these provisions, or assists another person in doing so, is guilty of an offence and may be liable to a fine or imprisonment. Where a person found guilty of an offence was a candidate and was not appointed, they will be disqualified. Where a person was appointed, they shall forfeit that appointment. Specific Candidate Criteria Candidates must have the knowledge and ability to discharge the duties of the post concerned. Candidates must be suitable on the grounds of character. Candidates must be suitable in all other relevant respects for appointment to the post concerned. If successful, candidates will not be appointed to, or continue in, employment unless they agree to undertake the duties attached to the post, accept the conditions under which the duties are or may be required to be performed, and are fully competent and available to undertake the duties attached to the position. Deeming of Candidature to be Withdrawn Candidates who do not attend for interview or other tests when and where required, or who do not furnish requested evidence relevant to their candidature, will have no further claim to consideration. Data Protection Acts 1988, 2003 and 2018 When an application is received, the Department of Defence creates a record containing the personal information supplied. This information is used solely for processing the candidature. Where third parties are involved, such as the Payroll Shared Service Centre, information may be shared where necessary, with all appropriate security measures in place. All information held is subject to the rights and obligations set out in the Data Protection Acts 1988, 2003 and 2018.
General Operative
The Department of Defence invites applications for appointment to the position of General Operative Band 3. This competition is open to all candidates who meet the minimum eligibility criteria. The position is a permanent Non-Established State Industrial post based on a 39 hour per week basis. The appointment will be subject to a probationary period of 12 months. Continuation in employment in the position, once appointed, is subject to satisfactorily meeting the requirements of the position and performing the duties as directed. Persons who wish to be considered for appointment to the above position should submit an Application Form and copies of relevant certificates of attainment in support of their application. A short-listing assessment, on the basis of the information supplied in the applications, may be used by the Department to select those applicants who are to be invited to attend for competitive interview. A competitive interview process will be used by the Department to select those candidates determined by the Interview Board as being suitable for appointment to fill the position and a reserve panel, effective for a limited period, may be formed. A practical exercise may also be conducted as part of the selection process. Locations Vacancies for General Operative Band 3 have arisen in the following locations: · Naval Base & Dockyard (NBDY), Haulbowline, Co Cork · Collins Barracks, Co Cork · Casement Aerodrome, Baldonnel, Dublin · McKee Barracks, Dublin · Cathal Brugha Barracks, Dublin · Defence Forces Training Centre (DFTC), Curragh, Co Kildare · Coolmoney Camp, Glen of Imaal, Co Wicklow · Gormanston Camp, Co Meath · Custume Barracks, Athlone Candidates must select a location or area on their application. Requirements and Principal Duties of a General Operative Band 3 Note: The following list, which is not exhaustive, sets out the broad range of duties that may be required to be undertaken by a General Operative. Variances in the requirements of individual posts will reflect the management and operational requirements of individual sites and areas of work. Candidates can be assigned to the following: General Operative Duties / Range Operative Duties Duties and Responsibilities – General Operative duties Operate equipment, tools and machinery as instructed. Check that all equipment is operational. Assist Craftsman during their craft activity. Drive vehicles where suitably qualified and provided for within the Band 3 grade. General cleaning duties around the environs of your assigned Military Installation. General maintenance of the grounds of your assigned Military Installation. Maintenance of any article, plant, equipment or machinery for use at work in a safe manner and reporting defects to the Headquarters office. Accurate updating and maintenance of daily work books for inspection as instructed. Report all accidents and maintenance problems to Military Management. Consult or liaise on a daily basis with Military or Civilian Staff responsible for your working area. Ensure all relevant senior staff are kept informed of important and appropriate occurrences. Comply with Health and Safety legislation as outlined in the Unit’s Safety Statement. Assume personal responsibility for own safety at work. Obtain a safety awareness card (Safe Pass) and a construction skills card (CSCS) where required. The cost of this training will be borne by the employer. Carry out any other appropriate tasks as allotted from time to time by Military Management. Duties and Responsibilities – Range Operative Care and security of range equipment. Care and issue of range stores. Make up and repair target screens and penetrable targets. Grease and non-technical servicing of fitted range equipment. Maintain bullet catchers in accordance with the Range Administration Unit (RAU) instruction. Maintenance and minor repairs to the range structure, such as target pits and runs, mantlets, firing points and shelters. Cleanliness of the range and range buildings. Remove any military debris left in error by user units. Maintain the range booking diary and liaise with the RAU regarding the range programme. Display red flags and red lamps as required by Range Orders. Prepare the range to the users' requirements. Instruct the range user about targets, control systems and local range procedures when necessary. Brief the user on special instructions for the range and any restrictions or limitations on movement caused by neighbouring ranges. Custody of Range Orders and the Range Log. Hand over and take back the range from the user. Record defects and damage arising from use. Security of the range at the end of the day's practice. Special conditions apply Work at heights. Operate machinery appropriate to Band 3. Lone working and working with teams. Deal with the public and contractors. The appointee must attend and reach a satisfactory standard in training, as and when directed. Work outdoors, open to weather elements, and indoors in confined and restricted space. This job description is a guide to the general range of duties assigned to the post holder. It is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive and is subject to periodic review with the employee concerned. Minimum Eligibility Requirements Candidates must, at the closing date, possess the following: Have the requisite knowledge, skills and competencies to carry out the role. Be capable and competent of fulfilling the role to a high standard. Have a good general level of education. Fulfil health and character requirements. Desirable Skills and Attributes Knowledge of the Defence Organisation. A full, clean and current driving licence, minimum category B. Note: From 1 January 2021 if you are resident in Ireland and hold a United Kingdom or Northern Ireland driving licence it is no longer valid to drive in Ireland and must therefore be exchanged. Further information is available on www.ndls.ie Age and Pension On the closing date for receipt of applications for this position, the minimum age requirement for potential applicants is 18. The appointee, if not an existing State Industrial employee appointed before 1 January 2013, will be a member of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme, as defined in the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. Under the Scheme, retirement is compulsory on reaching 70 years of age. Please note that the abatement provisions of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 will apply to applicants who are in receipt of public service pensions. Outside Employment The position is full-time and the appointee may not at any time engage in, or be connected with, any outside business or activity which would in any way conflict with the interests of the Department, be inconsistent with their official position, or tend to impair their ability to carry out their duties. Any intention to engage in outside business or employment must be notified to the Civilian Human Resources Section. Ill-Health Retirement For an individual who has retired from a Civil or Public Service body on the grounds of ill-health, his or her pension from that employment may be subject to review in accordance with the rules of ill-health retirement within the pension scheme of that employment. Health Before being accepted as suitable for appointment, the appointee must satisfy certain criteria including suitability in respect of health. The onus is on the appointee to declare their suitability, to the best of their knowledge and belief, regarding their health status. The appointee will be asked to complete an online health questionnaire. Any misstatements, incomplete statements or false declarations are liable to disqualify the appointee from the competition and or result in the summary termination of their appointment to or employment in the position. Security Clearance Garda vetting or security clearance may be sought in respect of individuals who come under consideration for certain appointments. The proposed appointee may be required to complete and return a Garda Vetting form that will be forwarded to An Garda Síochána for security checks. Enquiries may also be made with the police force of any country in which the proposed appointee resided. Before appointing a person to a civilian employee position, the Minister for Defence shall be satisfied as to the person’s suitability for appointment to work in a military installation and may make any enquiries deemed necessary. A person applying for a civilian employee position shall be required to authorise the Garda Síochána to furnish the Secretary General with a statement regarding any convictions recorded against that person. Pay The General Operative (GO Band 3) (Rural) pay scale, as and from 1 August 2025, is as follows: On commencement Point 1 PPC 691.65 After 1 Year Point 2 PPC 727.56 After 2 Years Point 3 PPC 749.85 After 3 Years Point 4 PPC 761.13 After 4 Years Point 5 PPC 769.02 After 5 Years Point 6 PPC 780.21 After 6 Years Point 7 PPC 791.47 After 7 Years Point 8 PPC 795.91 After 8 Years Point 9 PPC 806.91 The General Operative (GO Band 3) (Dublin) pay scale, as and from 1 August 2025, is as follows: On commencement Point 1 PPC 673.99 After 1 Year Point 2 PPC 709.91 After 2 Years Point 3 PPC 736.87 After 3 Years Point 4 PPC 741.68 After 4 Years Point 5 PPC 752.98 After 5 Years Point 6 PPC 764.28 After 6 Years Point 7 PPC 772.14 After 7 Years Point 8 PPC 783.38 After 8 Years Point 9 PPC 794.58 The rate of pay offered will be the first point of the above scales. Class A rate of PRSI will apply to any person appointed under this competition. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government policy. Candidates should note that different pay and conditions may apply if, immediately prior to appointment, the appointee is a serving civil or public servant. Important Note Increments may be awarded subject to changes in the terms and conditions relating to salary increments in the Civil or Public Service generally. Payment Payment will be made weekly by Electronic Fund Transfer into a bank account of the officer’s choice. Payment cannot be made until a bank account number and bank sort code have been supplied to the Department of Defence. Statutory deductions from salary will be made as appropriate. Declaration Applicants will be required to declare whether they have previously availed of a Public Service scheme of incentivised early retirement. Applicants will also be required to declare any entitlements to a Public Service pension benefit, whether 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. Confidentiality Subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act 2014, applications will be treated in strict confidence. All aspects of the application and assessment process are treated as strictly confidential and are not disclosed to anyone outside of those persons directly involved in the assessment process. Other Important Information The Department of Defence will not be responsible for refunding any expenses incurred by candidates. The admission of a person to a campaign, or an invitation to attend any element of the selection process, does not imply that the Department of Defence is satisfied that such person fulfils the requirements of the competition or is not disqualified by law from holding the position, and does not guarantee that the application will receive further consideration. The onus is on the candidate to ensure that they meet the eligibility requirements for the competition before attending. Failure to meet the essential entry requirements may result in unnecessary expense. Should the person assigned to a post decline, or having accepted it relinquish it, or if an additional vacancy arises, the Department of Defence may, at its discretion, select another person for appointment from the results of this selection process. Candidates’ Obligations Candidates must not knowingly or recklessly provide false information. Canvassing will disqualify candidates and result in exclusion from the process. Candidates must not canvass any person with or without inducements. Candidates must not interfere with or compromise the process in any way. A third party must not personate a candidate at any stage of the process. Any person who contravenes these provisions, or assists another person in doing so, is guilty of an offence and may be liable to a fine or imprisonment. Where a person found guilty of an offence was a candidate and was not appointed, they will be disqualified. Where a person was appointed, they shall forfeit that appointment. Specific Candidate Criteria Candidates must have the knowledge and ability to discharge the duties of the post concerned. Candidates must be suitable on the grounds of character. Candidates must be suitable in all other relevant respects for appointment to the post concerned. If successful, candidates will not be appointed to, or continue in, employment unless they agree to undertake the duties attached to the post, accept the conditions under which the duties are or may be required to be performed, and are fully competent and available to undertake the duties attached to the position. Deeming of Candidature to be Withdrawn Candidates who do not attend for interview or other tests when and where required, or who do not furnish requested evidence relevant to their candidature, will have no further claim to consideration. Data Protection Acts 1988, 2003 and 2018 When an application is received, the Department of Defence creates a record containing the personal information supplied. This information is used solely for processing the candidature. Where third parties are involved, such as the Payroll Shared Service Centre, information may be shared where necessary, with all appropriate security measures in place. All information held is subject to the rights and obligations set out in the Data Protection Acts 1988, 2003 and 2018.
General Operative
The Department of Defence invites applications for appointment to the position of General Operative Band 3. This competition is open to all candidates who meet the minimum eligibility criteria. The position is a permanent Non-Established State Industrial post based on a 39 hour per week basis. The appointment will be subject to a probationary period of 12 months. Continuation in employment in the position, once appointed, is subject to satisfactorily meeting the requirements of the position and performing the duties as directed. Persons who wish to be considered for appointment to the above position should submit an Application Form and copies of relevant certificates of attainment in support of their application. A short-listing assessment, on the basis of the information supplied in the applications, may be used by the Department to select those applicants who are to be invited to attend for competitive interview. A competitive interview process will be used by the Department to select those candidates determined by the Interview Board as being suitable for appointment to fill the position and a reserve panel, effective for a limited period, may be formed. A practical exercise may also be conducted as part of the selection process. Locations Vacancies for General Operative Band 3 have arisen in the following locations: · Naval Base & Dockyard (NBDY), Haulbowline, Co Cork · Collins Barracks, Co Cork · Casement Aerodrome, Baldonnel, Dublin · McKee Barracks, Dublin · Cathal Brugha Barracks, Dublin · Defence Forces Training Centre (DFTC), Curragh, Co Kildare · Coolmoney Camp, Glen of Imaal, Co Wicklow · Gormanston Camp, Co Meath · Custume Barracks, Athlone Candidates must select a location or area on their application. Requirements and Principal Duties of a General Operative Band 3 Note: The following list, which is not exhaustive, sets out the broad range of duties that may be required to be undertaken by a General Operative. Variances in the requirements of individual posts will reflect the management and operational requirements of individual sites and areas of work. Candidates can be assigned to the following: General Operative Duties / Range Operative Duties Duties and Responsibilities – General Operative duties Operate equipment, tools and machinery as instructed. Check that all equipment is operational. Assist Craftsman during their craft activity. Drive vehicles where suitably qualified and provided for within the Band 3 grade. General cleaning duties around the environs of your assigned Military Installation. General maintenance of the grounds of your assigned Military Installation. Maintenance of any article, plant, equipment or machinery for use at work in a safe manner and reporting defects to the Headquarters office. Accurate updating and maintenance of daily work books for inspection as instructed. Report all accidents and maintenance problems to Military Management. Consult or liaise on a daily basis with Military or Civilian Staff responsible for your working area. Ensure all relevant senior staff are kept informed of important and appropriate occurrences. Comply with Health and Safety legislation as outlined in the Unit’s Safety Statement. Assume personal responsibility for own safety at work. Obtain a safety awareness card (Safe Pass) and a construction skills card (CSCS) where required. The cost of this training will be borne by the employer. Carry out any other appropriate tasks as allotted from time to time by Military Management. Duties and Responsibilities – Range Operative Care and security of range equipment. Care and issue of range stores. Make up and repair target screens and penetrable targets. Grease and non-technical servicing of fitted range equipment. Maintain bullet catchers in accordance with the Range Administration Unit (RAU) instruction. Maintenance and minor repairs to the range structure, such as target pits and runs, mantlets, firing points and shelters. Cleanliness of the range and range buildings. Remove any military debris left in error by user units. Maintain the range booking diary and liaise with the RAU regarding the range programme. Display red flags and red lamps as required by Range Orders. Prepare the range to the users' requirements. Instruct the range user about targets, control systems and local range procedures when necessary. Brief the user on special instructions for the range and any restrictions or limitations on movement caused by neighbouring ranges. Custody of Range Orders and the Range Log. Hand over and take back the range from the user. Record defects and damage arising from use. Security of the range at the end of the day's practice. Special conditions apply Work at heights. Operate machinery appropriate to Band 3. Lone working and working with teams. Deal with the public and contractors. The appointee must attend and reach a satisfactory standard in training, as and when directed. Work outdoors, open to weather elements, and indoors in confined and restricted space. This job description is a guide to the general range of duties assigned to the post holder. It is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive and is subject to periodic review with the employee concerned. Minimum Eligibility Requirements Candidates must, at the closing date, possess the following: Have the requisite knowledge, skills and competencies to carry out the role. Be capable and competent of fulfilling the role to a high standard. Have a good general level of education. Fulfil health and character requirements. Desirable Skills and Attributes Knowledge of the Defence Organisation. A full, clean and current driving licence, minimum category B. Note: From 1 January 2021 if you are resident in Ireland and hold a United Kingdom or Northern Ireland driving licence it is no longer valid to drive in Ireland and must therefore be exchanged. Further information is available on www.ndls.ie Age and Pension On the closing date for receipt of applications for this position, the minimum age requirement for potential applicants is 18. The appointee, if not an existing State Industrial employee appointed before 1 January 2013, will be a member of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme, as defined in the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. Under the Scheme, retirement is compulsory on reaching 70 years of age. Please note that the abatement provisions of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 will apply to applicants who are in receipt of public service pensions. Outside Employment The position is full-time and the appointee may not at any time engage in, or be connected with, any outside business or activity which would in any way conflict with the interests of the Department, be inconsistent with their official position, or tend to impair their ability to carry out their duties. Any intention to engage in outside business or employment must be notified to the Civilian Human Resources Section. Ill-Health Retirement For an individual who has retired from a Civil or Public Service body on the grounds of ill-health, his or her pension from that employment may be subject to review in accordance with the rules of ill-health retirement within the pension scheme of that employment. Health Before being accepted as suitable for appointment, the appointee must satisfy certain criteria including suitability in respect of health. The onus is on the appointee to declare their suitability, to the best of their knowledge and belief, regarding their health status. The appointee will be asked to complete an online health questionnaire. Any misstatements, incomplete statements or false declarations are liable to disqualify the appointee from the competition and or result in the summary termination of their appointment to or employment in the position. Security Clearance Garda vetting or security clearance may be sought in respect of individuals who come under consideration for certain appointments. The proposed appointee may be required to complete and return a Garda Vetting form that will be forwarded to An Garda Síochána for security checks. Enquiries may also be made with the police force of any country in which the proposed appointee resided. Before appointing a person to a civilian employee position, the Minister for Defence shall be satisfied as to the person’s suitability for appointment to work in a military installation and may make any enquiries deemed necessary. A person applying for a civilian employee position shall be required to authorise the Garda Síochána to furnish the Secretary General with a statement regarding any convictions recorded against that person. Pay The General Operative (GO Band 3) (Rural) pay scale, as and from 1 August 2025, is as follows: On commencement Point 1 PPC 691.65 After 1 Year Point 2 PPC 727.56 After 2 Years Point 3 PPC 749.85 After 3 Years Point 4 PPC 761.13 After 4 Years Point 5 PPC 769.02 After 5 Years Point 6 PPC 780.21 After 6 Years Point 7 PPC 791.47 After 7 Years Point 8 PPC 795.91 After 8 Years Point 9 PPC 806.91 The General Operative (GO Band 3) (Dublin) pay scale, as and from 1 August 2025, is as follows: On commencement Point 1 PPC 673.99 After 1 Year Point 2 PPC 709.91 After 2 Years Point 3 PPC 736.87 After 3 Years Point 4 PPC 741.68 After 4 Years Point 5 PPC 752.98 After 5 Years Point 6 PPC 764.28 After 6 Years Point 7 PPC 772.14 After 7 Years Point 8 PPC 783.38 After 8 Years Point 9 PPC 794.58 The rate of pay offered will be the first point of the above scales. Class A rate of PRSI will apply to any person appointed under this competition. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government policy. Candidates should note that different pay and conditions may apply if, immediately prior to appointment, the appointee is a serving civil or public servant. Important Note Increments may be awarded subject to changes in the terms and conditions relating to salary increments in the Civil or Public Service generally. Payment Payment will be made weekly by Electronic Fund Transfer into a bank account of the officer’s choice. Payment cannot be made until a bank account number and bank sort code have been supplied to the Department of Defence. Statutory deductions from salary will be made as appropriate. Declaration Applicants will be required to declare whether they have previously availed of a Public Service scheme of incentivised early retirement. Applicants will also be required to declare any entitlements to a Public Service pension benefit, whether 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. Confidentiality Subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act 2014, applications will be treated in strict confidence. All aspects of the application and assessment process are treated as strictly confidential and are not disclosed to anyone outside of those persons directly involved in the assessment process. Other Important Information The Department of Defence will not be responsible for refunding any expenses incurred by candidates. The admission of a person to a campaign, or an invitation to attend any element of the selection process, does not imply that the Department of Defence is satisfied that such person fulfils the requirements of the competition or is not disqualified by law from holding the position, and does not guarantee that the application will receive further consideration. The onus is on the candidate to ensure that they meet the eligibility requirements for the competition before attending. Failure to meet the essential entry requirements may result in unnecessary expense. Should the person assigned to a post decline, or having accepted it relinquish it, or if an additional vacancy arises, the Department of Defence may, at its discretion, select another person for appointment from the results of this selection process. Candidates’ Obligations Candidates must not knowingly or recklessly provide false information. Canvassing will disqualify candidates and result in exclusion from the process. Candidates must not canvass any person with or without inducements. Candidates must not interfere with or compromise the process in any way. A third party must not personate a candidate at any stage of the process. Any person who contravenes these provisions, or assists another person in doing so, is guilty of an offence and may be liable to a fine or imprisonment. Where a person found guilty of an offence was a candidate and was not appointed, they will be disqualified. Where a person was appointed, they shall forfeit that appointment. Specific Candidate Criteria Candidates must have the knowledge and ability to discharge the duties of the post concerned. Candidates must be suitable on the grounds of character. Candidates must be suitable in all other relevant respects for appointment to the post concerned. If successful, candidates will not be appointed to, or continue in, employment unless they agree to undertake the duties attached to the post, accept the conditions under which the duties are or may be required to be performed, and are fully competent and available to undertake the duties attached to the position. Deeming of Candidature to be Withdrawn Candidates who do not attend for interview or other tests when and where required, or who do not furnish requested evidence relevant to their candidature, will have no further claim to consideration. Data Protection Acts 1988, 2003 and 2018 When an application is received, the Department of Defence creates a record containing the personal information supplied. This information is used solely for processing the candidature. Where third parties are involved, such as the Payroll Shared Service Centre, information may be shared where necessary, with all appropriate security measures in place. All information held is subject to the rights and obligations set out in the Data Protection Acts 1988, 2003 and 2018.
Clerical Officer
The starting salary for this role is €31,119 per year Job Summary The purpose of this role is to provide high-level administrative support to Waterford and Wexford Education and Training Board (WWETB). The successful candidate will assist in the delivery of quality services, in line with the organisation's remit, working collaboratively with colleagues across WWETB and the wider community, including schools and Further Education and Training Centres. WWETB is committed to continually improving the quality and effectiveness of its services and systems, spanning multiple functions, including Schools, Further Education and Training Centres, Finance, Human Resources, and Corporate Services. The responsibilities of this role will support these efforts, as detailed below. Key Responsibilities The Clerical Officer plays a vital role in providing administrative support and ensuring the smooth operation of the assigned area. Working closely with line managers and colleagues, the successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of services and the achievement of organisational goals. ▪ To carry out the duties of a Clerical Officer under the supervision of a designated line manager ▪ To work as part of a team in delivering services ▪ To assist in the implementation of organisational work activities and supporting line managers and colleagues ▪ To be responsible for general administration and administrative efficiency of the assigned area ▪ To produce information that is accurate, reliable and available for departmental or organisational decision making ▪ To keep such records appropriate to the post as may be required by the wider team and management ▪ To ensure high quality customer service in dealing with the public, learners, staff etc. e.g. responding to queries and providing information effectively and efficiently ▪ To draft relevant correspondence as required e.g. letters, emails, etc ▪ To carry out general clerical duties e.g. manual and electronic filing, photocopying, answering or making telephone calls, dealing with e-mails etc ▪ To provide cover for reception as required ▪ To undertake such other work as may be assigned from time to time Other duties may include ▪ Administration ▪ Student Attendance ▪ Library Administration ▪ VTOS & SUSI Payments ▪ Reception ▪ Course recruitment This job description offers a broad outline of the role’s key duties and is designed to be flexible and adaptable. It will be reviewed periodically to ensure it remains aligned with organisational needs. Essential Requirements The following outlines the essential qualifications, skills, and competencies required for candidates applying for the Clerical Officer position. These criteria are designed to ensure that applicants possess the necessary foundation to excel in the role and contribute effectively to the organisation’s goals. ▪ Have the requisite knowledge, skills and competencies to carry out the role. Competencies will be informed by best practice Public Appointment Service competency frameworks for the Irish Public Service ▪ Have obtained at least Grade D3 in five subjects in the Leaving Certificate Examination (higher, ordinary, applied or vocational programmes) or equivalent or have passed an examination at the appropriate level within the QQI qualifications framework which can be assessed as being of a comparable to Leaving Certificate standard or equivalent or higher or have appropriate relevant experience which encompasses equivalent skills and expertise ▪ Be capable and competent of fulfilling the role to a high standard ▪ Be at least 17 years of age on or before the date of the advertisement of the recruitment competition Desirable Requirements The following outlines the desirable requirements for candidates applying for the Clerical Officer position and may be used to facilitate shortlisting should there be a high volume of applicants. ▪ Experience PLSS, SUSI, MIT, TACS, VSWARE Person Specification ▪ Excellent organisational, administration & IT skills ▪ Ability to work on own initiative within a flexible, co-operative, team structure ▪ MS Office skills (Word, excel, PowerPoint) ▪ Curious and inquisitive with a willingness to learn ▪ Ability to work under pressure ▪ Self-motivating, flexible and results focussed ▪ Ability to prioritise and manage work in a dynamic and fast paced environment ▪ Proven record as a team player ▪ Goal oriented in a manner that ensures work is comprehensively completed Eligibility to Apply Candidates must, by the date of job offer, be: ▪ A citizen of the European Economic Area. The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or ▪ A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or ▪ A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or ▪ A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or ▪ 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 ▪ 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 Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa
Executive Technician
QUALIFICATIONS 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. CITIZENSHIP Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or (b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or (c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or (e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa; or (f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms - (a) Have satisfactory experience, in a technician post at Grade II or higher level or in an analogous post under a local authority or health board in the State. (b) Have at least five years satisfactory relevant experience in a technician post at Grade II or higher level or an analogous post. (c) Have a wide knowledge of all the technical aspects of local authority work and also a deeper knowledge of at least one section of the work. (d) Possess adequate training and experience relating to dealings with other departments within their own organisations and with other bodies, and (e) Have adequate experience in the supervision and control of staff. Driving Licence: Holders of the post must hold a full unendorsed driving licence for class B vehicles 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. If you are required to travel as part of your official duties, Carlow County Council as your employer must be indemnified on your insurance policy. THE ROLE The Executive Technician is a key support position within the Council and is assigned to a service delivery area or to support a functional area as required and will work under the direction and management of the Senior Executive Engineer/Chief Technician or analogous grade or any other employee designated by the Director of Services/Senior Engineer as appropriate. The role involves supporting managers and colleagues and working as part of a team in meeting work goals and objectives and delivering quality services to internal and external customers. The role requires a clear knowledge and understanding of local authority services and its key stakeholders and relationships, local government structures and its democratic role and mandate, current local government issues, future trends and strategic direction of the sector. Successful applicants may be assigned to any service area/role within the Local Authority by the Chief Executive at any time. The ideal candidate must be able to demonstrate through their application form and at the interview, that they have sufficient experience and a proven track record in the following: • A background in civil/construction services, with capacity for supervision and quality control in engineering construction. • Professional technical knowledge and skills, capable of producing, interpreting and amending civil engineering drawings. • High level of proficiency in AutoCAD and GIS. • Preparation of detailed design drawings for contract documents using AutoCad, for various types of construction projects. • GIS map production including GIS data collection, conversion/editing, integration, updating, quality assurance and management and GIS System deployment and maintenance. • Working knowledge of using the Building Regulations and Technical Guidance Documents. • Mapping Queries and Land Registry. • The preparation and presenting of detailed reports, undertaking house/site surveys to record data and process information using computer systems, GPS, as required for the preparation of asset and general layouts. • Ability to work independently or within multi-disciplinary teams. • Ability to work on his/her own initiative. • Good interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to engage with a wide range of people. • Good organisational skills. • Good IT and presentation skills including a working knowledge of Access database and Microsoft Office. • Good understanding of safety management in the workplace including Health and Safety Legislation and Regulations. COMPLETING A COMPETENCY BASED APPLICATION FORM A Competency Based Application Form requires, you, as the candidate, to describe some of your personal achievements to date, to demonstrate certain competencies (necessary skills & qualities) required for the position you are applying for. All question areas must be answered, as you will be questioned on all areas should you be called for interview. You should describe situation(s) from your own experience, which you think is the best example(s) of what you have done which demonstrates the specific competency. It is essential that you describe how you demonstrated the skill or quality in question. The example(s) may be drawn from your experience in various settings, including employment, community, sporting or voluntary. Please do not use the same example to illustrate your answer to more than two areas of competence. Please note the interview board may look for additional examples of where you demonstrated the skills required for the post. PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYMENT THE POST: The post is permanent whole-time and pensionable. The post holder shall not engage in any gainful occupation, other than as an employee of a local authority, to such an extent as to impair the performance of his or her duties as an employee of a local authority or in any occupation which might conflict with the interests of the local authority, or which might be inconsistent with the discharge of his/her duties as a local authority employee. DUTIES: The person appointed shall perform such duties as may from time to time be assigned to you in relation to your employment and as may be appropriate to any particular function of any local authority for which the Chief Executive is responsible and carry out such instructions as may be given in relation to the performance of your duties. The person appointed shall, if required, act for an employee of a higher level. The person appointed may be required to work outside your normal job description from time to time. The duties of the post of Executive Technician include, but are not limited to: • Providing technical services relevant to the area of responsibility to which he/she has been assigned, e.g. site inspection, site surveying, preparation of detailed dimensional drawings, design layout, mapping and graphics, report writing, project tendering and such other duties associated with the role. • Involvement in the production of drawings and documents relating to the design, tender and construction of capital projects and in the operations environment. The person will also be involved in projects which could be carried out by the Council and/or by Contractors. The role will include the preparation of reports for planning assessment, land disposal/acquisition and for court proceedings. • Estimating project technical or resource requirements. • Preparation of Health & Safety documentation for work and implementation of department and section health and safety controls. • Reading and reviewing maps, project drawings and plans, technical specifications, etc. • Operating the appropriate technology as required to carry out the work to which he/she has been assigned e.g. AutoCAD, GIS, Map Info, Graphics, Microsoft Office. • Working as part of a team. • Liaising with other departments, members of the public and external agencies in relation to operational aspects of assigned work. • Preparation of public consultation display material and assistance with public consultation requirements. • Managing work files and providing progress reports. • Supervision of staff/projects assigned to him/her. • Contributing to individual staff development, personal development and team development initiatives. • Being accountable for efficient and effective processing of work assigned to him/her. • Assisting with the preparation of estimates. • Undertaking of any duties related to the assigned role. • Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time including any future requirements for reallocation of work and/or redeployment. These duties are indicative rather than exhaustive and outline the main functions and responsibilities of the post of Executive Technician and may be subject to change in the future 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 Council. The person appointed may be required to attend Court, as necessary, on behalf of Carlow County Council. PROBATION: Where persons who are not already permanent employees of a local authority are appointed, the following provisions shall apply: (a) there shall be a period after such appointment takes effect during which such persons shall hold such position on probation, (b) such period shall be 12 months, but the Chief Executive may at his or her discretion extend such period, (c) such persons shall cease to hold such position at the end of the period of probation unless during such period the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory, (d) the period at (a) above may be terminated on giving one week’s notice as per the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts, (e) there will be assessments during the probationary period. HOURS OF DUTY: The working hours at present provide for a five day, thirty-five hours working week, hours may vary from time to time. Carlow County Council operate a flexible time scheme with the earliest start time of 8.30 a.m. and a latest start time of 10.00 a.m. and the earliest finishing time of 16.30 p.m. and the latest finishing time of 18.00 p.m. Lunch break consisting of a minimum of 30 minutes to a maximum of 2 hours must be taken between 12.30 p.m. and 14.30 p.m. The Flexi Leave Scheme is available, on request. The post may require flexibility in working outside of normal hours, including at weekends, as necessary. No additional remuneration will be paid in respect of such activities and Time in Lieu on a time for time basis will apply. Overtime does not apply to this post. All hours of work will be subject to and recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 and the Organisation of Working Time Act (Regulations) 2001. The working hours may be reviewed at any time and the Council reserves the right to vary the hours or days as required. Remuneration: The annual salary for the post of Executive Technician (Circular Letter EL 03/2025) is as follows: €51,407 - €52,618 - €53,873 – €55,152 – €56,450 – €57,740 - €59,623 (LSI1) - €61,504 (LSI2) Holders of the post will be paid at the appropriate point on the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Department Circulars. The starting pay for new entrants to the public service will be at the minimum of the scale. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. The holder of the position shall pay to the Local Authority any fees or other monies (other than inclusive salary) payable to or received by such holder by virtue of the position or in respect of services, which are required by or under any enactment to perform. Work Base: Carlow County Council reserves the right to assign you to any department or premises in use by the Council, now or in the future. Changes in location of employment will not result in payment of disturbance money or other compensation. 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. Residence: The holder of the office shall reside in the district in which his/her duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. Health: For the purposes of satisfying the requirement as to health it will be necessary for each successful candidate, before he/she is appointed, to undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the local authority. Annual Leave: The current annual leave entitlement is 30 days. Granting of annual leave, payment for annual leave and arrangement for public holidays will be governed by the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 (as amended). Sick Leave: The terms of the Public Service Sick Pay Scheme will prevail. References: Applicants are required to advise the names of two responsible persons to whom they are well known but not related (at least one of the referees should be an existing or former employer). In advance of any offer of employment, Carlow County Council reserves the right to seek both written and verbal references from current and previous employers, educational institutions, or any other organisations with which the candidate has been associated. The Council reserves the right to determine the merit, appropriateness and relevance of such references and referees. Vetting: Garda vetting is required for certain roles within Carlow County Council. Failure to complete a Garda vetting form on request may prevent your employment with Carlow County Council. In the event of an unsatisfactory Garda declaration being received Carlow County Council reserves the right not to commence employment. In the event of an existing employee changing role as a result of promotion or otherwise to a role that requires Garda Vetting and an unsatisfactory disclosure being returned, Carlow County Council reserves the right to withhold promotion, and also to investigate if further sanction or disciplinary action is warranted on foot of disclosure on a case-by-case basis. Use of Modern Technology: The successful candidate will be required to use all equipment provided, including computers, handheld terminals, mobile telephone, electronic equipment, video or other monitoring equipment and any other new technology which may be introduced in the future. Travel: If you are required to travel as part of your official duties, Carlow County Council as your employer must be indemnified on your insurance policy. Travelling expenses and subsistence expenses necessarily incurred in the course of official duties will be refunded in accordance with appropriate rates in line with the relevant Department Circulars and Carlow County Council’s Travel and Subsistence Policy. If during your employment, your licence is revoked, even temporarily, or if you receive endorsements on your licence, which may affect your duties, you are obliged to notify the Council immediately. Carlow County Council reserves the right to provide a van to enable you to carry out your duties. The provision of a van will be at the discretion of the Chief Executive. Health & Safety: The holder of the post shall co-operate with the terms of Carlow County Council’s Safety Statement and Major Emergency Plan. It is a condition of employment that the successful candidate will be required to participate in training programmes relevant to the skills necessary for the performance of the duties attaching to the post. He/She shall familiarise him/herself with the safety rules and procedures and make proper use of all safety clothing and equipment. Failure to comply with the terms of the Safety Statement may result in disciplinary action. Training: It is a condition of employment that successful candidates will be required to participate in training programmes relevant to the skills necessary for the performance of the duties attaching to the post and to attend all mandatory training.
Executive Officer
Context for the Position of Executive Officers - General The HEA is seeking to fill several permanent and fixed-term contract positions. In addition, we are seeking to create a panel at Executive Officer level, which will be in place for two years. The HEA may appoint individuals on the panel to either permanent or fixed term positions throughout the two years, depending on the recruitment needs of the organisation. These positions may be filled on: (i) a permanent basis; (ii) a fixed term contract basis (1+ years); or (iii) for shorter periods to assist with specific projects (3-12 months). The HEA reserves the right to align successful candidates to appropriate sections in the organisation dependent on their skills and experience. Executive Officers – General Role The post of Executive Officer is a junior management position. Postholders report to a Senior Executive Officer (or equivalent) in a section and will be responsible for a wide range of activities including: • Assisting with implementation of programmes and funding allocations to higher education institutions. • Assisting with the development of evidence-based analysis and in the development of policy papers and/or reports. • Preparing material for reply – Parliamentary Questions, Freedom of Information requests, etc. • Representing the HEA at meetings, conferences, etc. • Assisting with the organisation of meetings, conferences, and other events. • Drafting of minutes of meetings attended. • Managing records and files in their section. • Carrying out other duties appropriate to the grade. Requirements • Minimum of a NFQ Level 7 Ordinary Bachelor Degree or higher in a relevant discipline. • Have at least three years’ relevant professional experience that aligns with the Executive Officer Capabilities Framework. • Excellent organisational and project management skills. • Excellent IT skills in Microsoft Office programs, such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. • Excellent verbal and written communication. • Ability to be a team player who works in an effective manner with other members of a team. • Excellent time management skills with the capacity to handle various tasks and deadlines. • Be able to demonstrate a track record of working independently and accepting responsibility for projects. • Be able to pay close attention to ensure that work is done to a high standard. For further details on the competency framework requirements at EO grade please see link below: EO Capability Framework.pdf Terms of Post Pay: The Executive Officer standard salary scale for this position is as follows (rates effective from 1st August 2025): PPC: €37,919, €39,860, €40,956, €43,094, €45,010, €46,864, €48,711, €50,519, €52,366, €54,207, €56,160, €57,469, €59,335¹, €61,216² PPC (Personal Pension Contribution) scale (for officers who are existing civil or public servants appointed on or after 6th April 1995 or who are new entrants to the civil or public service and who are making a compulsory personal pension contribution). Different pay and conditions may apply if, prior to appointment, the appointee is an existing civil or public servant appointed prior to 6th April 1995. Increments may be awarded subject to satisfactory service and to changes in the terms and conditions relating to salary increments in the Civil/Public Service generally. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. The appointment will be made on the salary scale at a point in line with current Government Pay Policy. New entrants to the Civil or Public Sector, as defined in Circular 18/2010, will commence on the first point of the salary scale. Different pay and conditions may apply if, immediately prior to appointment, the appointee is a serving civil or public servant. Annual Leave: Annual Leave will be 23 working days, rising to 24 working days after 5 years, 25 days after 10 years, 26 working days after 12 years and 27 working days after 14 years of employment. This leave is exclusive of public holidays. Hours of Attendance: Working hours will be in accordance with the standard arrangements for the HEA and will equate to 35 hours (net of rest breaks) per week. No additional payment will be made for extra attendance as the rate of remuneration payable covers any exceptional extra attendance liability that may arise from time to time. The HEA offers flexible working arrangements and a flexi leave scheme. Staff are permitted to work up additional time which may subsequently be taken as time off (flexi leave). Location: This position is currently based at 3 Shelbourne Buildings, Shelbourne Road, Dublin. A hybrid policy is in place to facilitate blended working. Tenure: The appointment to the post is subject to a probationary period that will be no greater than 11 months. Duties: The appointee will be expected to perform all acts, duties and obligations as appropriate to this position (which may be revised from time to time). Outside Employment: The position is whole-time and the appointee must avoid involvement in outside employment or business interests in conflict or in potential conflict with the business of the Higher Education Authority. Clarification must be sought from management where any doubt arises. Sick Leave: Sick leave with full pay may be allowed at the discretion of the Higher Education Authority in accordance with established procedures and conditions for the public service generally. Retirement and Superannuation: The appointee will be offered public service pension terms and retirement age conditions in accordance with pension arrangements in the Higher Education Authority depending on the status of the successful appointee: a) In general, an individual who has no prior pensionable Public Service history in the 26 weeks prior to appointment will be a member of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (Single Scheme) which commenced from 1 January 2013 as per Section 10 of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. b) An individual who is on secondment will remain a member of the pension scheme of the employer they are seconded from, and their pensionable remuneration will be based on his or her substantive grade, that is the grade at which the individual is employed in the organisation he or she is seconded from. c) An individual who was a member of a pre-existing public service pension scheme as construed by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 and who does not qualify for membership of the Single Scheme will be a member of the HEA’s Staff Superannuation Scheme and Associated Spouses and Children’s Scheme. d) At the time of being offered an appointment, the Higher Education Authority, in consultation with the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science and the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform if necessary, will, in the light of the appointee’s previous Public Service and or other employment history, determine the appropriate pension terms and conditions to apply for the duration of the appointment. Appointees will be required to disclose their full public service history. Details of the appropriate superannuation provisions will be provided upon determination of appointee’s status. e) Retirement age shall be subject to relevant superannuation scheme provision and the statutory provisions set out in the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 and the Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act 2018. Pension Accrual: A 40-year limit on total service that can be counted towards pension where a person has been a member of more than one existing public service pension scheme will apply. This 40-year limit, which is provided for in the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012, came into effect on 28 July 2012. This may have implications for any appointee who has acquired pension rights in a previous public service employment. Pension Abatement: The Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 extended pension abatement so that a retiree’s public service pension is liable to abatement on re-entering public service employment, even where the new employment is in a different area of the public service. However, if the appointee was previously employed in the Civil Service and awarded a pension under voluntary early retirement arrangements (other than the Incentivised Scheme of Early Retirement (ISER) or the Health Service Executive VER or VRS which render a person ineligible for the competition), the entitlement to payment of that pension will cease with effect from the date of reappointment. Special arrangements will, however, be made for the reckoning of previous service given by the appointee for the purpose of any future superannuation award for which the appointee may be eligible. Ill-Health Retirement: Please note that where an individual has retired from a Civil or Public Service body on the grounds of ill-health, his or her pension from that employment may be subject to review in accordance with the rules of ill-health retirement within the pension scheme of that employment. Eligibility Criteria Please ensure that you fulfil the eligibility requirements for this competition as outlined below before applying. Candidates must be authorised to work in the State at the time of application and for the term of the role advertised. Candidates must, by date of any job offer, be residing on the island of Ireland to be considered for this role. Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, fall within one of the following categories: A citizen of the European Economic Area. The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or A UK citizen; or A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or 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 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 Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. Applications from candidates not falling within categories 1-6 above will not be considered. The HEA reserves the right to request proof of authorisation to work in the State prior to interview and or acceptance. Other Eligibility Criteria Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER): It is a condition of the Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) as set out in Department of Finance Circular 12/09 that retirees under that Scheme are debarred from applying for another position in the same employment or the same sector. Therefore, such retirees may not apply for this position. Department of Health and Children Circular (7/2010): The Department of Health Circular 7/2010 dated 1st November 2010 introduced a Targeted Voluntary Early Retirement (VER) Scheme and Voluntary Redundancy Schemes (VRS). It is a condition of the VER scheme that persons availing of the scheme will not be eligible for re-employment in the public health sector or in the wider public service or in a body wholly or mainly funded from public moneys. The same prohibition on re-employment applies under the VRS, except that the prohibition is for a period of 7 years, after which time any re-employment will require the approval of the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform. People who availed of either of these schemes are not eligible to compete in this competition. Collective Agreement - Redundancy Payments to Public Servants: The Department of Public Expenditure and Reform letter dated 28th June 2012 to Personnel Officers introduced, with effect from 1st June 2012, a Collective Agreement which had been reached between the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform and the Public Services Committee of the ICTU in relation to ex-gratia Redundancy Payments to Public Servants. It is a condition of the Collective Agreement that persons availing of the agreement will not be eligible for re-employment in the public service by any public service body for a period of 2 years from termination of the employment. Thereafter, the consent of the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform will be required prior to re-employment. People who availed of this scheme and who may be successful in this competition will have to prove their eligibility and the Minister’s consent will have to be secured prior to employment by any public service body. Change in eligibility criteria: Applicants are required to notify the HEA immediately if there is a change in their eligibility to work in the State at any stage in the application process or should they be placed on a Panel during the period that they are on that Panel. The HEA reserves the right to remove a candidate from the application process or any relevant recruitment Panel should the candidate no longer have lawful authority to work in the State.
Corporate Services Officer
Starting Salary: €31,105* *Point of entry on this salary scale may differ from the minimum point of the scale if the successful candidate is a current public or civil servant. Employing Authority: Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) Office Location: Bloom House, Railway Street, Dublin 1, D01 C576 Working Hours: 35 hours per week Hybrid / Agile / Remote Working: While the CCPC endeavours to offer hybrid working to its employees, where possible, it is expected that this role will require full-time office attendance. Closing Date: 3.00pm, Friday 2nd January 2026 Annual Leave: 22 working days per annum Tenure: Wholetime, Permanent The Role: The CCPC is seeking to recruit a Clerical Officer to provide administrative support to appropriate Divisions across the CCPC. The role of a Clerical Officer in the CCPC is to provide essential support to allow effective and efficient performance of critical functions of the organisation. While the role is primarily based in the Corporate Services Division, it will also provide support to other divisions as required. This varied position offers an excellent opportunity to gain experience across multiple areas in the CCPC. While the CCPC endeavours to offer hybrid working to its employees, where possible, it is expected that this role will require full-time office attendance. In addition to the immediate appointment from this campaign, an order of merit may be established. This may be used to fill any future vacancies at the same level. The Successful Candidate: The successful candidate will: • have experience working effectively as part of a team while also being able to work on their own, organising, prioritising and taking ownership of their work. • be enthusiastic, customer focussed, and proactive – driven to deliver for the CCPC and consumers. • have experience in ensuring that records are maintained to the highest standards and that reporting on ongoing work is available at any point in time. Key Responsibilities: The key responsibilities for the role will depend on the area to which the successful candidate is assigned, but will include some or all of the following: • Address general facilities-related matters on a daily basis, including managing inventory of office materials and catering items of the organisation and managing internal and external post. • Manage multiple mailboxes, taking responsibility for ensuring correspondence is addressed in an accurate, timely and professional manner. • Responding to tickets to the Admin Helpdesk efficiently and effectively. • Update the CCPC Intranet. • Undertake general clerical support work e.g. filing, photocopying, binding, managing the organisation of meetings and events. • Assist with procurement of goods/services to include: requesting quotes, conducting research, inputting to Requests for Tender (RFT), as appropriate. • Undertake any other duties and responsibilities of a similar level within the CCPC which may be required and participate in relevant cross divisional projects when the need arises. • Assisting the Finance Team with travel management matters. Essential: Please note: In order to satisfy the shortlisting panel that you meet these criteria you must explicitly reference how you meet same in your CV. Failure to demonstrate these may prevent your application progressing to future shortlisting stages. • Experience at organising your work and meeting deadlines including being able to reprioritise as needed. • Experience of working independently, taking responsibility for own work. • Excellent attention to detail. • Experience of working effectively as part of a team. • Excellent interpersonal skills and experience of using verbal and written communications with multiple stakeholders. • Intermediate PC skills with aptitude in using Microsoft Office (particularly Word and Excel). • Experience of dealing with customers/ stakeholders and meeting quality service standards. Desirable: • Previous experience in a similar role. • Experience of working in the public sector.
