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First Year Apprentice Vacancy Kickstart Your Career with a Metal Fabrication Apprenticeship at Keltech! Are you looking for a hands-on, high-demand career with great earning potential? Do you enjoy working with metal, tools, and cutting-edge technology? Keltech is looking for Apprentice Metal Fabricators to join our team! This fully paid, 4-year apprenticeship gives you the skills, qualifications, and experience to build a successful career in engineering and manufacturing. Why Choose a Keltech Apprenticeship? Earn while you learn – Get paid while training in a real-world environment. Industry-recognized qualification – Graduate with a Level 6 Advanced Certificate Craft – Metal Fabrication. Top-class mentoring – Learn from experienced engineers and metal fabrication experts. Job security & career progression – The skills you gain will set you up for a long-term career in engineering and manufacturing. What to Expect? A 4-year structured program combining on-the-job training with academic study. Work on real projects, cutting, welding, and shaping metal for industries like construction, transport, and heavy engineering. Get hands-on experience with modern fabrication techniques and high-tech machinery. Progress through seven training phases, including both onsite and classroom-based learning. Who Can Apply? Minimum age: 16 years old. Education: Grade D in five subjects in the Junior Certificate (or equivalent), OR Completion of an approved Pre-Apprenticeship course, OR 3 years’ relevant work experience in an industrial setting. No experience? No problem! If you're hardworking, eager to learn, and passionate about engineering, this is the perfect opportunity to start your career! Job Type: Full-time, Apprenticeship Pay: €13.00 - €14.50 per hour Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8-hour shifts Location: In-person at our Waterford facility Don’t miss out on this opportunity! Apply today and build your future with Keltech!
Accounting Technician Apprentice
First Year Apprentice Vacancy Accounting Technician 2 year apprenticehsip in dynamic office of a manufacturing and distribution company, part of a multinational group. Position is structured to receive on the job training as per AITI training plan and to receive academic training with a one day a week release to College. Apprentice will assist in the day to day financial operations of the company , assist in monthly accounts preparation, internal and external audit tasks, payroll and other related duties. The ideal candidate will be eager to learn, detail-oriented, and proactive in their approach to work. We are seeking someone who takes initiative, has a strong interest in finance. Strong numerical and analytical skills necessary . Leaving certificate accounting is desirable.
Course Coordinator / Placement Officer
Role Description UCC wishes to appoint an administrator to the role of Course Coordinator/Placement Officer within the School of Pharmacy. Working under the direction of the School Manager or nominee and the Directors of the Programmes, the appointee will be responsible for supporting the planning, co-ordination of delivery of postgraduate Masters programmes within the School. The Co-ordinator will support all aspects of the programme, working collaboratively with academic and administrative staff, as well as industry placement providers. Responsibilities will include assisting with the recruitment of industry placement providers and delivery of initiatives to support student experiential learning. The appointee will provide a high quality level of administrative support to academic staff and students. The post carries responsibility for managing administrative systems to ensure that University and Placement providers procedures are adhered to in a given timeframe. Principal/Regular Duties and Responsibilities:
Assistant Staff Officer Grade IV
The Role of the Assistant Staff Officer The Assistant Staff Officer is a key frontline support position within the Assembly and is assigned to a service delivery area or to support a functional area as required. The Assistant Staff Officer will work under the direction and management of the Staff Officer or analogous grade, or another employee designated by the Director of the NWRA 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 Assistant Staff Officer role requires excellent administrative, interpersonal, communication and other particular skills and expertise depending on assignment and may also be required to deputise for a Staff Officer from time to time. The Assistant Staff Officer will be expected to use initiative and work to a high standard and will be required to operate the Assembly’s existing and future IT systems as part of their work. The successful candidate will be expected to carry out their duties in a manner that enhances public trust and confidence and ensures impartial decision making. The ideal candidate shall demonstrate: • Knowledge and understanding of the structure and functions of regional and local government. • Ability to demonstrate capacity in the competency areas of Understanding Purpose and Change, Delivering Results and Performance through People. • Knowledge of current local and regional government issues. • Relevant administrative experience. • Experience of working as part of a team. • Experience of preparing reports and correspondence. • Knowledge and experience of operating ICT systems. It would be desirable for applicants to have experience in working on finance/hr teams. Post of Assistant Staff Officer The Northern and Western Regional Assembly is currently inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for the above competition. Northern and Western Regional Assembly will, following the interview process, form a panel for the post, from which future relevant vacancies may be filled subject to sanction approval from the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. This panel will exist for 12 months and may only be extended at the discretion of the Director of the Northern and Western Regional Assembly. Essential Criteria 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. Panel Information Panel A: Confined to employees of a Local Authority or a Regional Assembly. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms, be a serving employee in a local authority or Regional Assembly and have not less than two years’ satisfactory experience in a post of Clerical Officer (or analogous post). Panel B: Open Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: • Have obtained at least Grade D (or a Pass), in Higher or Ordinary Level, in five subjects (or four subjects if Irish is included) from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Established Leaving Certificate Examination or Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme including Irish and/or English and one of the following: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics, and • Have obtained at least Grade C (or Honours) in higher level (or Honours) papers in three subjects in that examination (or two subjects if Irish and/or one of the following is included: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics) or • Have obtained a comparable standard in equivalent examination, or • Hold a third level qualification of at least degree standard. Panel C: Confined to employees of Roscommon County Council or the Northern and Western Regional Assembly. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms, be a serving employee in Roscommon County Council or the Northern and Western Regional Assembly and have not less than two years’ satisfactory experience in a post of Clerical Officer (or analogous post). The advertising process for filling of posts according to these procedures is on the basis of: (i) Advertising one competition and (ii) Forming three separate panels. There is currently one vacancy that will be filled by qualified candidates in Panel B: Open. Assessment Procedure Candidates will have to demonstrate from their application form to the satisfaction of a short-listing board that they possess sufficient skills and experience in the competencies listed below in order to be called for interview: Understanding Purpose and Change Delivering Results Performance through People Candidates short-listed for interview will then be assessed at the interview stage under the three competencies listed above in addition to local and regional government knowledge and understanding. Understanding Purpose and Change • Demonstrates the understanding for the need for change and get this across persuasively to others. • Demonstrates taking initiative and being open to taking on and adapting to new challenges or responsibilities. • Demonstrates being able to be flexible and open to change. • Demonstrates maintaining a positive and constructive and enthusiastic attitude to their role. Delivering Results • Demonstrates experience to identify problems and contribute to solutions. • Demonstrates clerical/administrative ability with excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Demonstrates experience to plan and organise workloads in order to meet deadlines. • Delivers quality work and customer service. Performance through People • Demonstrates ability to engage with staff and work as part of a team. • Builds and maintains positive working relationships. • Demonstrates ability to resolve conflict situations. • Demonstrates ability to lead by example and show initiative. • Demonstrates ability to persuade and influence others with excellent interpersonal skills. Particulars of Post Duties Assistant Staff Officers are key frontline personnel who deliver a range of services to the public and internally within the Assembly and shall include the duty of deputising for other officers of the Assembly when required and such duties as may be required. Assistant Staff Officers are required to perform a range of tasks including but not limited to the following: • To support the line manager to ensure the section or department work programmes are implemented to deliver on the Assembly’s Corporate Plan and operational matters. • Promote a culture of dignity, respect and fairness and seek to eliminate all forms of discrimination. • Promote equality of opportunity and protect the human rights of staff and service users. • To communicate effectively and liaise effectively with employees, supervisors and line managers in other sections, and stakeholders in relation to operational matters for their section or area of work. • To prepare reports, correspondence, and other documents, as necessary. • Use all technology and equipment as required. • To organize and facilitate internal and external meetings and participate and engage in discussions as appropriate. • To provide assistance and support in the delivery of projects as required. • To ensure high levels of customer service, responding to queries and requests for information in a professional, courteous, and timely manner. • To support line managers to communicate, implement and manage all change management initiatives within the relevant area of responsibility. • To supervise employees within their team or programmes of work within their areas of responsibility, providing support to team members or colleagues as required and through participation in the Performance Management Development System. • To complete essential training successfully. • To participate in corporate activities and responsibilities appropriate to the grade. • To be in compliance with Health & Safety legislative requirements, policies and procedures and safe systems of work. • To deputise for the line manager or equivalent. • Processing applications for services in accordance with the Assembly’s policies, procedures and plans. • Ensure deadlines are met and that service levels are maintained. • To undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibility, as may be required or assigned from time to time. These duties are indicative rather than exhaustive and will be carried out under general guidance. Salary The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The salary scale for the position of Assistant Staff Officer is incremental and currently ranges from €35,613 - €37,740 - €40,759 - €42,741 - €44,475 - €46,153 - €48,417 - €50,056 - €51,722 - €53,296 (LSI1) - €54,911 (LSI2). Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. In accordance with Departmental Circular Letter EL.02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority or Regional Assembly employee on or after 1st January 2011, will enter the scale for the position at the minimum point. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. Location of post The location of this post is Northern and Western Regional Assembly, The Square, Ballaghaderreen, Co Roscommon. 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. Superannuation A. Officers joining the Public Service after the 1st January 2013 will be required to join the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. A Class rate of PRSI contribution will apply. A rate of 3% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the rate of State Pension Contributory (SPC)). This includes a contribution to a Spouse’s and Children’s Scheme. B. Officers who became pensionable officers of the Public Service prior to 1st January 2013 and who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required to contribute at a rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of the net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the rate of State Pension Contributory (SPC)). You will be required to contribute at a rate of 1.5% of your pensionable remuneration to the Spouses & Children’s Pension Scheme. C. Officers who become pensionable officers of a Public Service prior to 5th April 1995 and who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required to contribute at a rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. If an option to join a dependent scheme was made you will be required to contribute at a rate of 1.5% to a Dependents Pension Scheme. Retirement Retirement is dependent on the superannuation scheme you become a member of, and details will be made available to you upon appointment. Health For the purpose of satisfying the requirements as to health, it may be necessary for the successful candidate, before he/she is appointed, to undergo at his/her expense a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the Regional Assembly. On taking up appointment, the expense of the medical examination will be refunded to the candidate. Probation Where a person, who is not already a permanent officer of the Northern and Western Regional Assembly, is appointed, the following provisions shall apply: • There will be a probationary period of one year from the start date of employment. • The Director of the NWRA may at his or her discretion extend this period. • You shall cease to hold office at end of the period of probation unless during this period the Director of the NWRA has certified that your service is satisfactory. 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. 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, the Northern and Western Regional Assembly 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 Northern and Western Regional Assembly reserves the right to determine the merit, appropriateness and relevance of such references and referees. Hours of work The working hours at present provide for a five-day, 35 hour working week. Sick Leave The terms of the Public Service Sick Pay Scheme will prevail. Annual Leave Annual leave entitlement for the position will be 30 days per annum. The leave year runs from 1st January to 31st December. Granting of annual leave, payment for annual leave and arrangements for public holidays will be governed by the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1977 (as amended).
Customer Services Administrator
Key Responsibilities: Professionally manage a high volume of inbound calls. Identify customer needs, resolve complaints, and provide effective solutions. Ensure communication aligns with company policies and best practices. Maintain ownership of customer requests from start to finish. Communicate effectively via email with customers. Achieve daily, weekly, and monthly activity targets. Build strong working relationships with colleagues to ensure smooth service delivery. Process information accurately and report any customer complaints to the manager. The Ideal Candidate Will Have: 1-2 years of experience in a similar customer service role. Experience in the Customer Service/Waste Industry (advantageous). Proficiency in Microsoft Office and IT systems. Flexibility to work in various areas of the company. Eligibility to work in Ireland. Strong proficiency in the English language.
Warehouse Operative
J&S Automotive part of the Alliance Automotive Group (AAG) is a leading distributor of vehicle parts to the independent automotive aftermarket. AAG operates in the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Poland, and the Netherlands. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Genuine Parts Company (GPC), the largest worldwide automotive parts distributor with combine turnover of over 15 billion. Due to recent growth and expansion J&S Automotive are looking for Warehouse Operatives at our site based in Little Island, Cork. Day to day responsibilities involve but not limited to:
Clinical Nurse Manager, Complementary Therapy
Purpose of the Role The purpose of this post is to: · Lead the delivery of complementary therapies and have a pivotal role in managing the provision of complementary therapies to children /teens & their carers within the Haematology/Oncology setting. · To communicate and work closely with all Haematology/Oncology staff including the Palliative care team. · To identify needs in relation to the development of complementary therapies, and co-ordinate the introduction of other appropriate therapies. · To address issues of quality, training, audit, research and delivering of complementary therapies. To liaise with the other complementary Therapists/ Centre’s of Excellence regarding training and development of complementary therapies. Essential Criteria: Be registered on the Children’s Division and/or the General Division of the Register of Nurses & Midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland AND Have at least 5 years post registration experience of which 2 must be within an acute paediatric hospital setting AND Qualification in a complementary therapy which includes at least one of the following massage/reflexology & aromatherapy at a diploma of higher education or degree level. AND Experience in complementary therapies involving children AND Have the clinical, managerial and administrative capacity to properly discharge the functions of the role AND Demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development at the appropriate level How to Apply & Informal Enquiries Applications for this post must be accompanied by a cover letter, setting out relevant experience that illustrates how the essential criteria listed above is met. The criterion for short listing is based on the requirements of the post, as outlined in the eligibility criteria. * Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV, this forms part of your application and CV’s will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter. The closing date for submissions of CV’s and cover letter is Sunday 31st August 2025 by 11:45pm. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking ‘Apply for Job’. Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method. For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact Anne Rynne - Assistant Director of Nursing on 01 4096717 or Teresa Slevin - CNM3 on 01 4096100. For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist, Olivia Adams at olivia.adams@childrenshealthireland.ie PLEASE NOTE: CHI has transitioned to a process of a one commencement day per month for all new employees, CHI internal transfers and Secondments. This update to our Onboarding process is aligned to changes in our monthly/fortnightly payroll and with the launch of our new corporate induction program. This process enhancement ensures that we can thoroughly prepare for your arrival and facilitate a smooth transition in your onboarding journey. So that the Onboarding team can confirm your start date, you will need to ensure that your mandatory training is completed at least 7 days prior to your commencement date. It is important for you to note that if you do not have your pre-employments and mandatory training completed in time, your commencement date will be deferred to the next available date. Below, you will find the list of commencement dates for 2025. · October 13th · November 10th December 15th
Canteen Attendant
THE COMPETITION Clare County Council is currently inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for the above competition. Clare County Council will, following the interview process, form a panel for the post of Canteen Attendant from which future relevant vacancies may be filled subject to sanction approval from the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. Positions will be offered in order of merit as per the panel. This panel will exist for 12 months and may be extended for a further period of 6–12 months at the discretion of the Chief Executive. Occasional vacancies may also occur from time to time due to sick leave or annual leave, and successful candidates will be contacted in order of merit as per the panel to fill these vacancies. JOB DESCRIPTION Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel for the post of Permanent Canteen Attendant (Full Time & Part Time). The ideal candidate will have: The Permanent Canteen Attendant Part Time position is a minimum of 26 hours every fortnight. Hours of employment to be confirmed upon appointment. Clare County Council’s holiday year runs from 1st January to 31st December. Granting of annual leave, payment for annual leave, and arrangements for public holidays will be governed by the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 as amended. The annual leave applicable to this post will be 8% of the hours worked in any one year . The Council reserves the right to alter the number of hours worked each day/each week and/or the times at or the days on which the hours are to be worked. The post-holder will be given as much notice as is reasonably practicable of any change in the schedule of hours worked. Uniform The person appointed may be required to wear a uniform and all PPE required (which will be supplied by the Council) at all times when on duty, unless otherwise authorised by the County Council.
Wastewater Operations Delivery Analyst
Grade and Salary E) €49,252 - €73,877 per year We are Uisce Éireann. Every day, we are responsible for the delivery of secure, safe, and sustainable water services for the people of Ireland. As Ireland’s national regulated water utility, our vision is a sustainable Ireland where water is respected and protected, for the planet and all the lives it supports. Our purpose at Uisce Éireann is to rise to the challenge of delivering transformative water services that enable communities to thrive. That means we are proud to take on the responsibility of protecting our water supply and passing on a safe and secure water system to a rapidly growing population and empowering Ireland’s social and economic growth. We are passionate about empowering our people, enabling them to make a positive impact on communities across Ireland. We are guided by a shared vision and purpose, grounded in values that define who we are and shape how we work, where we deliver for customers and communities, we work better together, we do the right thing, we aim high, and we keep each other safe. Our behaviours define how we interact, communicate, and succeed together. These values and behaviours apply to each one of us, across every role, location, and level. Our goal is to attract and develop skilled and talented people from diverse backgrounds, who bring a dynamic range of expertise and insights to our work. With a strong, values-driven workforce, we ensure Uisce Éireann can continue advancing Ireland’s water services and meeting the needs of the communities we serve for generations to come. The Role: The Asset Operations function forms the cornerstone of service delivery to customers, protecting the environment and meeting regulatory standards as well as managing the majority of operational expenditure. The Asset Operations function has responsibility for operational and maintenance strategy, policies, planning and standard operating procedures for Water and Wastewater operations both nationally and regionally, ensuring that value for money and customer service is delivered. Wastewater Operations & Maintenance team are responsible for the national delivery of wastewater operational services through the operation, inspection, maintenance & repair of the wastewater treatment and network assets (sink to environment), whilst focusing on managing health and safety, preventing customer impact, reducing leakage, and improving the performance and efficiency of our wastewater services. Reporting to the Wastewater Operations Delivery Manager, the Wastewater Operations Delivery Analyst is responsible for supporting development and delivery of wastewater programmes of work and supporting the resolution of Wastewater Operations issues as they arise. Main Duties and Responsibilities: *Please be advised that if successful you will be placed on the salary range based on your skills and experience. Please note the Market reference point (midpoint) of the range is generally the upper end of the offer where someone is deemed to be fully competent to take on the duties of the role, and leaves room for the employee to progress through the pay range as their experience develops further. Uisce Éireann is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive place of work and have a robust strategy and framework called ibelong to enable this. We are an equal opportunity employer and through our recruitment process we welcome and encourage applications from interested and suitably qualified individuals regardless of gender, age, racial or ethnic origin, membership of the traveller community, religion or beliefs, family or civil status, sexual orientation/gender identity or disability. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Retained Fire Fighter
Mayo County Council is the Fire Authority for all of County Mayo and, as such, is required to make reasonable provision for the prompt and efficient extinguishing of fires occurring in buildings and other places and for the protection and rescue of persons and property from injury by fire. Mayo County Council, with one of the largest fire authority areas in the country, employs 150 retained Fire Fighters and has Fire Brigade units located at Castlebar, Ballina, Westport, Claremorris, Ballinrobe, Ballyhaunis, Swinford, Kiltimagh, Achill Sound, Belmullet, Crossmolina and Charlestown. We are currently now inviting applications from candidates who are passionate in supporting and serving their local communities, for the position of Retained Firefighter. Panels will be created for positions in our Fire Brigade units in Ballina, Westport, Ballyhaunis, Achill Sound, Crossmolina and Charlestown. In most circumstances a Retained Firefighter has another job / career and provides on call cover for a minimum of 24 weeks in the year for the Fire Service either from home, or in some circumstances, from their place of work. In the event of a fire call, the Retained Firefighter will be notified, typically by pager, and he / she must respond to the Fire Station immediately. The Fire Service responds to all emergency calls from the public for assistance, primarily to protect life and save injury to individuals, but also to prevent and restrict damage to property. Many emergency calls, however, are not to fires, but to incidents where members of the community are trapped in vehicles, machinery or in other less life-threatening circumstances. The firefighter’s working life and training is geared to responding safely and effectively to emergency calls, regardless of weather conditions or the time of day or night. Fully qualified firefighters are skilled technicians capable of using the most modern equipment, methods and techniques to undertake the full range of duties which can be deployed at any emergency incident. It is essential before applying for this position that you are aware of the on-going training demands and the personal commitment that must be given to fulfil the role of a Retained Firefighter. This includes being able to drop personal responsibilities at immediate notice to respond to a fire call, which may last anytime from 10 minutes, 10 hours, or longer. In order to function effectively in emergencies, Firefighters must demonstrate the following characteristics: • Courage and physical strength • A capacity for rapid, intense and sustained effort • A capacity to use their own initiative when alone • Complete and automatic familiarity with the equipment and tools of the profession (which may range up to major items of plant such as Fire Fighting appliance vehicles) • A practical understanding of the basis of a wide range of subjects necessary to anticipate and overcome hazards • Empathy with victims of emergency situations • An ability to carry out their function in what may occasionally be emotionally difficult and harrowing circumstances The role of a Firefighter is very challenging and rewarding and individuals are required to display determination, physical stamina and discipline in challenging situations. Please take a moment to complete the questionnaire contained in Appendix B to determine if this is the career for you. 1. CHARACTER: Candidates shall be of good character. 2. HEALTH: Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Candidates who are successful will be required to undertake and successfully pass a medical examination before recruitment and in accordance with The Medical Standards for Recruitment to the Retained Fire Service; Local Government Management Services Board (2005). 3. RESIDENCE: Candidates, on appointment and during their employment thereafter, must live and work within either 3 km or a maximum of 4.5 minutes travel time (based on GPS navigation planner e.g. Google maps or similar as determined by Mayo County Council) of the Fire Station. The distances are measured from the place of employment and from their primary residence (home) to the Fire Station. On receipt of a fire or other emergency call personnel should be in attendance at the station within five minutes. 4. EDUCATION, TRAINING, SKILLS ETC:: Candidates must have attained a suitable level of education to enable him/her to undergo successfully the appropriate training and to perform his/her duties satisfactorily as a Firefighter. Candidates must hold both a valid Category B Licence on the latest date for receipt of the application form and a valid Learner Permit for Category C licence on appointment. It is desirable but not essential to hold a valid Category C Licence. 5. 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. 1. POSITION: The employment is part-time and pensionable. A panel will be formed from qualified candidates from which appointments may be made. 2. REMUNERATION: A Firefighter shall be paid at the appropriate approved national rates of Fire, Drill Fees and Retainer Fees and in accordance with any national agreements for Retained Firefighters. Payment of fees is currently made quarterly but will be moving to fortnightly payment in due course. The current rates, as per Circular EL 07-2025, are outlined below. A Firefighter shall be paid for hours attended at a fire or other emergency incident at the hourly rates shown below: HOURLY RATE OF ATTENDANCE Fire – Day* Fire – Night/Weekend Bank Holidays €51.04 (1st Hour) €25.52 (Subsequent Hour) €102.08 (1st Hour) €51.04 (Subsequent Hour) * Day is 08:00 – 20:00 every weekday excluding Bank Holidays A Firefighter shall be paid an annual retainer allowance depending on years’ service as shown below: €16,190 (0-1 Year); €17,192 (2-4 Years); €18,428 (5-7 Years)[ €19,555 (8+ years) A Firefighter shall be paid for all hours worked at the appropriate approved national rates shown over. Rates of pay Drill fees €51.04 per hour Training courses/Special works – all other hours authorised by the Line Manager €25.52 per hour Community Fire Safety A fixed payment of €39.26 per fortnight plus €25.52 per hour The above rates are subject to review on an ongoing basis. 3. DUTIES: A Retained Firefighter; • Shall be required to attend at fires and other emergencies, drills, displays and other duties at such times and for such periods as required by the County Council. Failure to respond promptly to fire or other emergency calls will be addressed through the Local Authority’s disciplinary procedure. • Who attends for Fire Brigade service must be prepared to accept the work entailed and to fulfil to the best of their ability their duty as a Firefighter in the saving of life, saving of property and the fighting of fires or other such emergencies. • Must comply with the County Council’s Crew Management Arrangements for Retained Firefighters. Firefighters who are on standby during fires or other incidents shall remain at the Station and perform such duties as may be assigned by the Station Officer from time to time during the callout. • Shall ensure that the Fire Station is kept clean & tidy at all times. Firefighting equipment shall be kept clean, maintained properly and stowed away in a safe manner. • Is required to adhere to and co-operate with all National and Local Agreements pertaining to the Fire Services. • Must attend Training Courses as directed. • Must undertake driving duties as required. • Must comply with all organisational policies, procedures and legislation. • Must undertake any other duties as may be assigned from time to time. 4. COMPETENCIES: Candidates for the post must demonstrate that they have competency and skills in the following areas. Application forms should include two practical examples which demonstrates these competencies. Interviews will be competency based and marks will be awarded under these skills sets. Communication & Interpersonal Skills: • Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills including skills in multi-disciplinary working and the ability to collaborate with colleagues. Teamwork/Working with Others • Demonstrates a clear understanding of Teamwork and group dynamics. • Contributes fully to the team effort. • Plays an integral part in the smooth running of teams without necessarily taking the lead. Adaptability/ Flexibility • Adjusts to changing environments whilst maintaining effectiveness. • Modifies his or her approach to achieve a goal. • Open to change and new information. • Rapidly adapts to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles. Candidates will also be assessed at interview on the basis of how they demonstrate their Relevant Knowledge and Experience. Relevant Knowledge /Organisational Awareness • Demonstrates an understanding and knowledge of the Local Government services and structure including the Retained Fire Service. • Demonstrates an awareness of the operational abilities of Mayo Fire & Rescue Service and the demands placed on members of the Retained Fire Service. • Demonstrates an understanding and knowledge of company policies and procedures (including Health and Safety) and the ability to conform with same. 5. AGE: A Firefighter must be not less than 18 years of age on the first day of the month in which the latest date for receipt of applications occurs. A Birth Certificate must be submitted to the County Council as proof of age on or prior to employment. 6. RETIREMENT: Retained firefighters shall retire upon attaining the age of 55 years (minimum retirement age) or sooner, if found to be medically unfit. Firefighters who are physically capable of working beyond age 55 will have the option to continue working for a defined limited period of 1 year, subject to annual compulsory medical assessment on the basis of set medical standards under the Occupational Health Scheme. Such extended periods will be to the maximum age of 62 and, for the avoidance of any doubt, no firefighter can remain in service beyond their 62nd birthday, i.e., upon reaching age 62 years. 7. SUPERANNUATION: Membership of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme is compulsory for all new entrant Retained Firefighters who commence employment on or after 1 January 2013. The provisions of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will apply in the case of Retained Firefighters, with the exception of minimum pension age, as an earlier pension age is applicable to those employed in the retained fire service. Circular letters S. 6/2013 and S. 6/2013 (amended) apply. 8. HEALTH: For the purpose, of satisfying the requirements as to health it will be necessary for successful candidates, before they are appointed, to undergo, at their own expense, such medical examinations (which may include x-ray and/or other special tests) as the County Council considers necessary. The County Council will nominate the medical examiners. On taking up appointment the expense of the medical examination will be refunded to candidates. 9. RESIDENCE AND PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: Successful candidates must live and work within 3.0 km of the Fire Station in which they are employed so as to allow them to respond for the duration of their employment as a Firefighter. However, other locations in excess of the 3.0 km from the Fire Station may be considered if the travel time (based on GPS navigation planner e.g. Google maps or similar as determined by Mayo County Council) does not exceed 4.5 minutes and the Council are satisfied that it does not adversely affect turn out times at their Fire Station. The routes are measured from the place of employment/ their primary residence (home) to the Fire Station. Successful candidates will be required to provide documentary evidence of both the addresses of their primary residence and place of employment prior to being appointed. Such evidence may include, but is not limited to, House/ Car/ Business insurance policy documents, employer letter, bank statements, correspondence from the Revenue Commissioners, tenancy agreement etc. The Council reserve the right to seek any other documentation deemed necessary to ensure that it is satisfied that the evidence so required is provided. 10. OTHER EMPLOYMENT: Written evidence must be provided from the employer as to availability prior to appointment, and the County Council in its sole discretion, shall decide as to whether the availability, as so evidenced, is acceptable. Self-employed persons must provide written evidence as to availability. Such written evidence must cover a candidate’s availability for initial training and for fire and other calls, drills, training, and such other duties which he/she may be required by the County Council to perform. 11. ANNUAL LEAVE: Annual leave entitlement is 28 days per year pro rata 12. DRIVING LICENCES: Successful candidates must hold a current valid learner permit for Category C licence, on recruitment, and obtain the full valid Category C and Category BE driving licences within their probation period. 13. LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT: 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. In addition, there are many opportunities for further professional and personal development. A Firefighter shall be expected to acquire a level of training and knowledge as to enable them to interchange with and act as substitute for all personnel at operational level in the Fire Service of the County Council. 14. ATTENDANCE AT DRILLS AND INCIDENTS: Firefighters are obliged to attend at alert/fire calls and at drills. This is the basis on which a retainer is paid. The onus on arranging to receive an alert/fire call shall rest with the Firefighter. Drills On station training is currently delivered in 2 hour modules during each and every week of the year. Allowing for 4 weeks of annual leave the maximum number of drill hours to be attended is 96 hours per annum i.e. 48 weeks at 2 hours per week. Crew members must attend/ participate in a minimum of 85% or 82 hours over the course of the year. Incidents Firefighters will be on duty as per the Crew Management Arrangements for Retained Firefighters as operated, from time to time, by Mayo County Council. Where manning levels permit, all firefighters will be rostered on for a minimum of 24 weeks per year. Firefighters must attend all incidents while rostered on. They will be on Flexible duty at other times and can attend incidents during this time should they so wish. 15. CLOTHING/ EQUIPMENT: Firefighters are, on appointment, issued with appropriate clothing and equipment relevant to the role of the Firefighter. While on duty a Firefighter shall use the clothing and personal equipment provided by the Council and same should be left in the fire station immediately after cessation of duty. Firefighters are issued with an alerter and must carry the alerter at all times when on duty and shall not give it to any other person. They must maintain the alerter in good working condition and shall report any defects to the Station Officer / Sub Station Officer. 16. PROBATION: Recruit Firefighters will be required to undergo and successfully complete each of the following training courses during their probationary period: - i. A three-week Recruit Firefighting Skills Course (including Manual Handling); ii. A two-week Using Breathing Apparatus (Initial Wearers') Course; iii. A one-week Using Breathing Apparatus (Compartment Fire Behaviour Course); iv. Any other course that the County Council may consider necessary. Failure to successfully complete the three-week Recruit Firefighting Skills Course (item i above) will result in the immediate termination of your employment, while failure to successfully complete all of the above courses during your probation period will result in the termination of your employment at the end of the probation period. Some or all of the above courses will be held at a training facility, which may or may not be situated locally. 17. TRAVEL: Mayo County Council reserves the right to provide a vehicle to enable you to carry out your duties. The provision of a vehicle will be at the discretion of the Chief Executive. You may be required to use your car on official business. In such situations you must hold a current clean driver’s licence and have available adequate means of transport. It is your responsibility to arrange insurance cover with your own motor insurer for business use and to indemnify Mayo County Council (your employer). Travelling expenses and subsistence expenses necessarily incurred in the course of official duties will be refunded in accordance with appropriate rates and in line with Mayo County Council’s Travel and Subsistence Policy. 18. SAFETY HEALTH AND WELFARE: Mayo County Council acknowledges its role in protecting the safety, health and welfare of its Firefighters. The County Council is committed to implementing and maintaining a programme that ensures, where possible, that all risks and hazards are eliminated or controlled to an acceptable level. The County Council will implement safe systems of work and methods to protect the safety, health and welfare of its Firefighters. A firefighter shall comply with Section 13 of the Safety Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, and shall familiarise themselves and cooperate with the terms of Mayo County Council’s safety management system. 19. THE COMPETITION: Mayo County Council is committed to a policy of equality of opportunity in its employment practices and has a positive action programme in place to realise this policy. Mayo County Council is also committed, through its ‘Dignity at Work’ policy to the maintenance of a working environment free from all forms of harassment including sexual harassment and harassment on the grounds of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, race and membership of the traveller community.
