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With over 40 different Medical and Surgical Specialties, Cork University Hospital (CUH) is the largest University Teaching Hospital in Ireland and the only Level 1 Trauma Centre in the country serving a population of 1.1 million for its tertiary services. The Hospital currently employs approximately 5,000 staff of multiple professions and is the primary teaching hospital for the Faculty of Health and Science in University College Cork. The Biomedical Engineering Department currently has nineteen engineers and one administrative support staff. Engineers provide technical and clinical support for diverse and complex medical devices throughout clinical areas of the hospital, such as operating theatres, maternity services, intensive care units, dialysis, cardiology, endoscopy and laboratories, to list just some of the specialist areas. Medical equipment support can be: As the complexity, interconnectivity and interdependence of medical devices continues to grow, our engineers work closely in partnership with other engineering grades in the health sector such as those supporting and overseeing ICT, Hospital Networks and Estates. Care is delivered in a variety of settings and new approaches and models of care to follow the care demands of the health service, are being advanced within the context of overall healthcare reform, to include Slaintécare.
Senior Software Engineer
Senior Software Engineer – Almac Central Services Location: Derry/Londonderry Hours: 37.5 hours per week (core hours are between 10:00–16:00 Monday to Friday) – hybrid working available Salary: Competitive plus excellent benefits package Business Unit: Central Services Open To: Internal and External Applicants Ref No: HRJOB11173 The Role Join Almac Central Services as a Senior Software Engineer and help design, build, and evolve the platforms that power our business. You’ll take ownership of end‑to‑end delivery—turning complex requirements into elegant, resilient software—while shaping standards and architecture for systems that must be robust, scalable, and secure. You’ll work across the stack with engineers, infrastructure, and data specialists, using your judgement to make pragmatic technical decisions that ship value quickly without compromising quality. If you care about clean architecture, performance, correctness, and maintainability—and you enjoy mentoring others—this role is for you. Key responsibilities include: What we are looking for If you have a third-level qualification in Computer Science or a related subject, and can demonstrate strong experience in Java, spring, SQL, angular OR react (full stack role) and the full software development lifecycle, we want to hear from you. A fantastic salary and benefits package is available, including annual bonus, generous holiday allowance, healthcare reimbursement scheme, and a rewarding role where your work contributes to the advancement of human health. Further information on the essential and desirable criteria required for this role can be found in the Job Description attached to this advert. Apply Now Apply online and tailor your CV to outline how you meet the role criteria. Please upload your CV in PDF format where possible. Closing Date: We will no longer be accepting applications after 5pm on Friday 23rd January 2026. RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE NOTE: Almac will only accept applications from agencies/business partners that have been invited to work on this role by our Talent Acquisition team. Speculative candidate CVs received or submitted directly to Hiring Managers will be considered unsolicited and no fee will be payable. Thank you for your cooperation.
HR Ops Coordinator
Part time fast paced manufacturing environment. Must love admin! Your Responsibilities • Daily CV screening inside Occupop • Reject obvious disconnects without asking • Move strong fits to shortlist • Contact good candidates quickly • Schedule interviews using preapproved time slots • Complete first round screening calls • Draft contracts from templates, ready for singing. • Coordinate all induction forms • Prepare work-permit documentation packs • Trigger induction pack to new starters • Notify team leads of new starters via Teams • Log induction completions when the office collects forms • Provide twice weekly updates: Monday and Thursday • Keep everything tidy, accurate and moving Your Speed Rules • All new applicants screened within 24 hours • Strong candidates contacted within 24 hours • No candidate sits untouched for more than 48 hours • Interviews offered within 2–3 working days Tools You’ll Use • Occupop (ATS) • Microsoft Teams • PDF induction pack • Simple checklists • Irish work permit website Who You Are • You’re fast, structured, and allergic to lose ends • You have experience in high volume recruitment admin, preferably in engineering/ manufacturing • You know how to work in an ATS • You’re comfortable with local hiring and basic right to work steps • You can handle work permit paperwork calmly • You love checklists, timelines, and clear processes • You communicate crisply and keep things moving without being chased • 10–15 hours per week (depending on volume) • Fully remote, flexible, but must complete daily check-ins in Occupop Your Mission Keep our recruitment and onboarding pipeline running so we respond to good candidates quickly
Clinical Engineering Technician, Principal Icpcd
There is currently one permanent Clinical Engineering Technician, Principal ICPCD vacancy available in Biomedical Engineering Department, Cork University Hospital. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Clinical Engineering Technician, Principal, from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Purpose of the Post: We welcome informal enquiries about the role: Name: Cornelius O’Sullivan Tel: 021 4922849 Email: Cornelius.OSullivan@hse.ie For more information regarding this post, please download the attached supporting documentation. Please allow sufficient time to submit your application form before the deadline. For technical issues please contact Valentine Healy at Valentine.Healy1@hse.ie. It is recommended that you have the most recent version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox on your PC/Laptop.
Services Engineer
COMPANY OVERVIEW Sysco connects the world to share food and care for one another. Sysco leads from the heart of food and service to deliver the freshest of foods and ideas to restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, lodging establishments and other customers who prepare meals away from home. Our customers can count on us to deliver on-point products and solutions since only Sysco is the global leader, sitting at the heart of innovation supply, delivery, culinary and more. ABOUT THE ROLE As the leading foodservice provider across the island of Ireland, Sysco’s success is driven by a team of passionate and dedicated individuals who go above and beyond to deliver every day. We don’t just deliver food and drink to our customers. We deliver new thinking, technology and talent to our industry. We deliver opportunities - to ourselves and to our colleagues ensuring that we can all thrive in work and beyond. We are now looking for new talent to join us as we continue to grow, innovate and deliver. Services Engineer We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Services Engineer. Sysco Technology Ireland is a technology-focused team within Sysco International, dedicated to reimagining foodservice through innovation, by using customer and market intelligence, data-driven insights and agile technology development, we are able to rethink the entire foodservice ecosystem. A vacancy exists with a primary base from Cork. Travel will be required, on occasions, for this role to accommodate business as usual service activities and delivery of projects. The Ireland Technology team is a group of 40+ specialists (engineers, architects, consultants, analysts, project managers and developers) and collaborate with the wider Global Sysco Technology team which consists of over 1,600 technologists. We believe that our success is primarily due to the support and development of our people, as well as the modern technologies we use. Being a part of Sysco means we retain an international focus that offers our employees great opportunities to learn, develop and pursue the career they have always wanted. The role requires a candidate who will be: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Facilities Technician
COMPANY OVERVIEW Sysco connects the world to share food and care for one another. Sysco leads from the heart of food and service to deliver the freshest of foods and ideas to restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, lodging establishments and other customers who prepare meals away from home. Our customers can count on us to deliver on-point products and solutions since only Sysco is the global leader, sitting at the heart of innovation supply, delivery, culinary and more. ABOUT THE ROLE Join Our Team at Sysco – Exciting Opportunities Await At Sysco, our success is powered by passionate, dedicated people who go above and beyond to deliver every day. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Maintenance Technician
Job summary The Role Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will ensure that all facilities are maintained in optimum condition in order to meet required standards of safety, efficiency and reliability. You will be responsible for undertaking various planned and reactive maintenance tasks and will work as part of the Maintenance Team in a varied and fast-paced environment. In addition to the main responsibilities and duties, the Maintenance Technician is required to: •Train other stakeholders, develop SOPs, PM plans and information systems •Carry out PM and breakdown activities, resolving causes of defects for allocated cell/area •Co-ordinate and carry out PM, PdM and breakdown activities resolving causes of defects •Deliver sufficient callout support and handovers to ensure reliability and performance of the plants machinery in line with agreed service levels. The Person Applicants must: Hold a Level III qualification or Hold a Level II Qualification in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering and be able to demonstrate relevant experience gained in a high-volume manufacturing environment Working knowledge and experience working with pneumatics, inverters, basic PLCs Strong experience of mechanical/electrical fault-finding within a manufacturing environment Other features of the job: Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces Flexibility to work a range of shift patterns Take part in on call rota system Working hours - Monday - Thursday 0800-1700 and Friday 0800-1400
GIS Technician
The Position Meath County Council invites applications from suitably qualified persons who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which permanent and fixed-term contract vacancies for the position of IS Technical Support Officer – Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Projects shall be drawn. The successful candidate will be a member of the Council’s GIS Team, which is a key pillar of the Council’s Information Systems (IS) Department. The GIS Team is responsible for managing the Council’s leading edge enterprise GIS Platform, and associated spatial data infrastructure, supporting a user base of 1,100 staff, various external groups and organisations, as well as, members of the public. The Council is now looking to add to its GIS Team in line with its expanding workload. This is an excellent opportunity to apply and build on existing knowledge and skills and to be part of an ambitious and dynamic team working with leading edge spatial technologies to define and deliver varied internal and external facing solutions of value to all the operational Directorates of the Council. Purpose, Duties and Responsibilities The duties of the post of the GIS Technician include, but are not limited to: • Maintain and update, on an ongoing basis, existing mapping and GIS datasets as required in relation to the functions of the Planning Department. • Creation, updating and maintenance of Planning GIS databases specific to the preparation, monitoring and review of the Development and Local Area plans. • Graphic production of a wide range of maps and diagrams to be published as part of the Development and Local Area plans (e.g., land use zoning, spatially defined objectives etc.) • Data collection and research for development plans. • Digitizing or sourcing of data required for mapping purposes. • Creation, updating and maintenance of the planning registers; planning applications, exempted developments, Part 8 developments, by ensuring that data entry. • Preparation of public consultation display material and assistance at public consultation. • Manage work flows and produce regular progress reports on all aspects of area of responsibility. • Provide training and support in GIS related software and systems to council staff; • Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation; • Develop the use of FME software for daily tasks and innovative data translations; • Proactively monitor emerging tools, skills, techniques and technologies; • Build the capacity of the Council’s GIS Platform and Spatial Data Infrastructure to maximise opportunities presented through best practice GIS implementation and Geographical Information management; • Act as a champion by promoting GIS and associated spatial technology use within the Council for the purpose of improving decision making and introducing efficiencies; • Other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time. Qualifications for the Post 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. Education and Experience Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) (i) A qualification at Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) major awards (i.e. honours degree) or higher in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) plus 2 years directly relevant, recent experience. Or (ii) A qualification at Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) major awards (i.e. ordinary degree) or higher in Geographic Information Systems plus 3 years directly relevant, recent experience Or (iii) A qualification at Level 7 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) major awards (i.e. ordinary degree) or higher in Geographic Information Systems plus 3 years directly relevant, recent experience. Or (iv) A qualification at Level 6 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) major award in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) plus at least 4 years directly relevant, recent experience. And (b) Have a satisfactory knowledge of public service organisation or the ability to acquire such knowledge. (c) Hold a current clean full drivers licence (minimum Class B), Requirements, Knowledge and Skills It is desirable that candidates, through their application form and at the interview stage, demonstrate significant experience of a number of the following: • Management of GIS Projects from inception to delivery; • Requirements analysis and business process analysis. • GIS principles and mapping concepts, for e.g. grids, projections, transformations, generalisation, accuracy, precision etc.; • Hands-on experience with ArcPro, ArcGIS Online components, in particular, but not limited to: o User account administration o WebApp Builder. o Field Maps / Survey123. o Operations Dashboard • Working knowledge and experience with Extract, Transform, and Load (ETL) tools, in particular FME; • Experience with a database management system such as Microsoft SQL Server or equivalent; • Data Governance and familiarity with Open Data concepts. • Spatial analysis and reports; • Processing, cleaning, creation and maintenance of spatial datasets; • Geospatial data storage and management; Desirable, Knowledge and Skills Candidates must demonstrate, through their application form, and at the interview, that they have: • Strong presentation, reporting and communication skills. • Technical proficiency, and hands-on experience required for the role. • Ability to deliver results on time and to a high standard. • Strong sense of ownership of their work and attention to detail; • Ability to be proactive, take ownership, a self-starter, follow through without supervision. • Committement to self-development and be enthusiastic about acquiring new skills and embracing new technologies. • Good interpersonal skills and able to establish positive relationships with staff of the Council, Councillors, partners, external agencies and suppliers etc. • Well-developed presentation and negotiation skills: able to communicate clearly and confidently with staff and stakeholders both orally and in writing. • Ability to meet day-to-day and project targets. • Excellent analytic and organisational skills. Miscellaneous Provisions Salary Salary scale: €51,722 - €61,865 per annum (EL 07/25), analogous to the Staff Officer grade. Payment of increments is dependent on satisfactory performance. Entry point of this scale will be determined in accordance with the appropriate Department Circulars. Hours of Work The normal working hours will be 35 hours per week. Duties may require the successful applicant to work outside of normal working hours i.e. attendance at evening/weekend, training duties etc. as part of normal working hours without additional remuneration. All hours worked will be subject to the provision of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 as amended. You may be required to complete a time-sheet in accordance with the Organisation of Working Time Regulations, 2001. Start Date Meath County Council shall require a person to whom an offer of employment is made to take up an appointment within a reasonable period of time, usually two months from date of offer, to meet the organisational requirements of the Council. Meath County Council reserves the right to withdraw its offer in the event that an appointment is not taken up within such a period. Leave 30 days per annum Sick Leave The terms of the Public Service Sick Pay Scheme will prevail. Probation The following provisions will apply: (a) there shall be a period after such appointments take effect during which such persons shall hold the position on probation, (b) such period shall be 9 months but the Chief Executive may at his or her discretion extend such period, (c) such persons shall cease to hold the position at end of the period of probation unless during such period, the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory. Travel It is desirable that holders of the post should hold a full driving licence for class B vehicles and shall be required to 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. 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 Local Authority Travel and Subsistence Policy. Meath County Council, as employer, must be indemnified on your insurance 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. Residence The person holding the office must reside in, or at an address convenient to performing the role/function as approved by the Chief Executive. 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 Safety and Welfare The holder of the post shall co-operate with the terms of Meath County Council’s Safety Statement and Major Emergency Plan. They shall familiarise themselves with the safety rules and procedures and make proper use of all safety, clothing and equipment. 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. Garda Vetting Successful candidates may be subject to Garda Vetting in advance of appointment to the position. Outside Employment The officer may not engage in private practice, or be connected with any outside business, which would interfere with the performance of official duties.
Technician Grade I
THE COMPETITION Laois County Council invites applications from suitably qualified persons, who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel for the role of Technician Grade I from which permanent, specific purpose, fixed term, temporary and where applicable Acting-up vacancies may be filled. THE ROLE The Technician Grade 1 is a key support position within the council and is assigned to a service delivery area or to support a functional area as required. The Technician Grade 1 will work under the direction and management of the Executive Technician or analogous grade or other employee designated by the Senior Executive Officer, Senior Engineer or Director of Services 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 QUALIFICATIONS 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 an efficient service. Successful candidates will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical examination carried out by the Council’s Occupational Medical advisor prior to appointment. On taking up appointment, the expense of the medical examination will be refunded to the candidate. 3. EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE ETC.: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed Application forms have : (a) (i) Have passed the NCEA/HETAC National Certificate Final Examination in the following: - - Civil Engineering or - Geo-surveying or - Construction Studies or - Construction Studies in Building Maintenance or - Construction Studies in Architectural Graphics or - hold an equivalent qualification, and Have at least three years satisfactory experience after attaining the qualification concerned Or (ii) Have satisfactory relevant experience in a technician post at Grade II level or in an analogous post under a local authority or health board in the State, and Have at least three years satisfactory relevant experience in a technician post at Grade II level or in an analogous post Or (iii) Have satisfactory service, in a technician post at Grade I or higher level in an analogous post under a local authority or health board in the State. (b) Possess adequate training and/or experience relating to the control and supervision of staff. (c) Hold a current full driving licence in respect of category B vehicles or equivalent in the EU Model Driving Licence. In addition, it is desirable that each candidate have at least 2 years satisfactory experience in: - - GIS Software such as ESRI ArcGIS - Autodesk’s AutoCAD and/or Microstation CAD software - Microsoft Office Suite of Applications, especially Access, Excel and PowerPoint - Planning and execution of surveys for mapping etc. - Desktop publishing software such as InDesign The Ideal Candidate Shall: 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: · Good professional technical knowledge and skills · Ability to prepare and present technical reports · Ability to work independently or within multi-disciplinary teams · Ability to work on his/her own initiative · Good interpersonal and communication skills and have the ability to engage with a wide range of people · Good organisational skills · A background in civil/construction/building services · Good IT and presentation skills including a working knowledge of CAD, Access database and Microsoft Office · Proficiency in G.I.S. · Good understanding of safety management in the workplace including Health and Safety Legislation and Regulations Key Duties: The main duties and responsibilities of the role of Technician Grade I include but are not limited to the following: - You 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. You shall, if required, act for an employee of a higher level. You may be required to work outside your normal job description from time to time. The duties of the post of Technician Grade I include, but not limited to: · Providing technical services relevant to the area of responsibility to which he/she has been assigned for example: - site inspections, site surveying, preparation of detailed dimensional drawings, design layout, mapping and graphics, report writing, project tendering and such other duties associated with the role · Estimating project technical or resource requirements · Preparation of Health & Safety documentation for works · 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. CAD, 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 such as, but not limited to, validation of planning applications and assessment of fees · Such other duties as may be assigned from time to time · The particular duties and responsibilities attached to the post may vary from time to time, without changing the general character of the duties or level of responsibilities entailed. The post holder may therefore be required to perform duties appropriate to the post, other than those detailed above, and to take instructions from and report to, an appropriate officer or such designated officer as may be assigned from time to time by the council. Competencies for the Post: Candidates will be assessed at interview under the following competencies. The candidates at the interview will be questioned on at least some of the indicators listed below under each competency. Candidates at interview must achieve a minimum 50% of the total marks available in each of the competencies to qualify for inclusion on a panel. Strategic Management and Change Strategic Ability Displays the ability to think and act strategically. Can translate strategy into operational plans and outputs. Evaluates capacity and performance against objectives. Demonstrates innovation and creativity to secure successful strategic outcomes. Political Awareness Have a clear understanding of the political reality and context of the organisation. Networking and Representing Develops and maintains positive and beneficial relationships with a range of stakeholders. Builds networks of technical and professional contacts. Promotes and sustains an appropriate, positive, and cohesive image for the organisation it represents. Bringing about Change Demonstrates flexibility and an openness to change. Develops and initiates change management programmes to meet end objectives. Influences others and fosters commitment to change. Delivering Results Problem Solving and Decision Making Can pinpoint critical information and address issues logically. Understands the context and impact of decisions made. Acts decisively and makes timely, informed and effective decisions. Operational Planning Contributes to operational plans and develops team plans in line with priorities and actions for their area of operations. Delegates, tracks and monitors activity. Establishes high quality service and customer care standards. Managing Resources Manages the allocation, use and evaluation of resources to ensure they are used effectively to deliver on operational plans. Drives and promotes reduction in cost and minimisation of waste. Delivering Quality Outcomes Promotes the achievement of quality outcomes in delivering services. Organises the delivery of services to meet or exceed the required standard. Evaluates the outcomes achieved, identifies learning and implements improvements required. Performance through People Leading and Motivating Motivate others individually and in teams to deliver high quality work and customer focused outcomes. Develops the competence of team members and helps them meet their full potential. Leads by example in terms of commitment, flexibility and a strong customer service ethos. Managing Performance Effectively manages performance including underperformance or conflict. Empowers and encourages people to deliver their part of the operational plan. Communicating Effectively Recognises the value of communicating effectively with all employees. Actively listens to others. Has highly effective verbal and written communication skills. Presents ideas effectively to individuals and groups. Personal Effectiveness Relevant Knowledge Keeps up to date with current developments, trends and best practice in their area of responsibility. Demonstrates the required specialist knowledge, understanding and training for the role. Has strong knowledge and understanding in relation to statutory obligations of Health and Safety legislation and its application in the workplace. Resilience and Personal Well Being Demonstrates appropriate and positive self-confidence. Remains calm under pressure and operates effectively in an environment with significant complexity and pace. Integrity Behaves in an honest, trustworthy and respectful manner and is transparent, fair and consistent in dealing with others. Personal Motivation, Initiative and Achievement Be enthusiastic about the role and sets challenging goals to achieve high quality outcomes. Is self-motivated and persistent when faced with difficulties. Engages in regular critical reflection in order to identify how own performance can be improved. THE PRINCIPAL TERMS & CONDITIONS 1. PARTICULARS: The position is whole time, permanent and pensionable. The Council reserves the right to, at any time, re-assign an employee to any department now or in the future 2. PROBATION: Where a person who is not already a permanent employee of this local authority is appointed, the following provisions shall apply: (a) There shall be a period after appointment takes effect, during which such a person shall hold the position on probation (b) Such period shall be ten months but the Chief Executive may, at his/her discretion, extend such period (c) Such a person shall cease to hold the position at the end of the period of probation, unless during this period the Chief Executive has certified that the service is satisfactory (d) There will be ongoing assessments during the probationary period. Employment may be terminated by either party during probation or at the end of the probationary period on one week’s notice. 3. REMUNERATION: The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the office shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their office or in respect of services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. The current annual pay-scale (as per EL 07/2025) is: €48,780 - €57,790 LSI2 In accordance with EL02/2011 starting pay for new entrants will be at the minimum of the scale. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with government policy. 4. DUTIES: The duties shall be such as may be assigned to the employees from time to time by the local authority and shall include the duty of deputizing for other officers of the local authority, when required, and such duties as may be assigned to them in relation to the area of any other local authority. 5. SELECTION PROCESS: Candidates will initially be assessed to ensure that they meet the minimum specified eligibility criteria for the position. a. Shortlisting Shortlisting may apply based on the information supplied on application forms and the requirements of the position as set out. It is expected that given the qualifications and experience of prospective applicants the short-listing requirements may be significantly higher than the minimum qualifications and experience requirements set out for the post. b. Competitive Interview Selection of candidates for appointment shall be by means of a competitive interview, conducted by or on behalf of the local authority. The Council is committed to a process of selection on merit, based on fair and open competition. The criteria for judging suitability and ranking will be related directly to the qualifications, attributes and skills required to undertake the duties and responsibilities to the standard required in the post. c. Panels Following completion of interviews, panels may formed as described on page 2, the duration of which is at the discretion of the Council. While a panel remains in force, offers of temporary or permanent employment may be made subject to confirmation of qualifications and satisfying clauses in relation to health, character, or other requirements of the particular post. Persons to whom an offer of employment is made must take up duty within 1 month from the date of offer, or such extended period as the Council may agree, otherwise, the Council may decide not to appoint them. d . References/Documentary Evidence Each candidate may be required to submit as references the names and addresses of two responsible persons to whom is well known to them but not related. Candidates may be required to submit documentary evidence to the local authority in support of their application. 6. RETIREMENT AGE : The Single Public Service Pension Scheme (“Single Scheme”) as provided by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 commenced with effect from 1st January 2013. The act introduces new pension and retirement provisions for new entrants to the public service appointed on or after 1st January 2013. Pension age set initially at 66 years; this will rise in step with statutory changes in the SPC age to 67 years in 2021 and 68 years in 2028. With effect from the 26/12/2018, the compulsory retirement age of 70 applies [Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Bill 2018]. Otherwise the retirement age of the relevant Scheme applies. It should be noted that candidates who are in receipt of a Public Service Pension and are re-hired in any paid capacity by a Public Service Body may be liable to have their pension abated. Prior to appointment successful candidates will be obliged to complete a Declaration in relation to previous Public Pensionable Employment. 7. RESIDENCE : The holder of the post shall reside in the district in which his/her duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. 8. SUPERANNUATION: The superannuation contributions of relevant scheme will apply. 9. ANNUAL LEAVE: The annual leave entitlement for the position of Technician Grade 1 is 30 days per annum 10. SICK LEAVE: The terms of the Public Service Sick Pay Scheme will prevail. 11. Right to Information and Review: The Council is committed to offering feedback and information to candidates. Any candidate who wishes to do so may request to have a decision or the process reviewed. Any such request must be submitted in writing, stating the grounds of the request and this must be submitted to hr@laoiscoco.ie within five working days of the date of notification of a relevant decision. 12. Confidentiality: Subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act 2014, applications will be treated in strict confidence. 13. Other: Appointments to the Council are subject to satisfactory checks with regard to references, qualifications, medical examinations, and Garda Vetting, as applicable.
Technician
Company Overview Keary’s Motor Group is Ireland’s largest family-owned motor group, with 15 dealerships in Dublin, Cork Limerick and Galway. Our people come first, as we strive to recruit and retain the best people to meet our customers’ high expectations when buying and servicing their car, bike or van from Kearys. With award-winning sales staff, dedicated financial advisors, a superb aftersales department, and a first-class business development centre, we are passionate about providing exemplary customer care. Working as a team we strive to achieve exceptional standards in this area, placing a strong emphasis on staff training, together with considerable facility development, which remains on-going. Kearys Motor Group’s dedication to excellence and its strong reputation as an outstanding employer are perfectly aligned with the company’s core values – The Keary Way. The Keary Way comprises of three core pillars: People First, Customer Driven, and Professional. Role Overview Keary’s Motor Group is looking for top calibre candidates to join its winning team. We are currently seeking to recruit a full-time Technician to join our dynamic, growing team based in Kearys Renault, Kinsale Road Roundabout. Looking to move your career into next gear? Apply today to be a part of our success story. Role Responsibilities: • Maintain and develop skill levels in all aspects of repair, service and maintenance of vehicles. • Ensure that the vehicles worked on are carefully handled and that all reasonable care is taken of that vehicle on the premises for repair or service. • Attend internal and external training courses, as directed by management. • Keep the place of work tidy and in a clean condition. • Advise the Workshop Foreman or Service Adviser of any additional work necessary on a van/commercial vehicle during a service. • Be prepared to work overtime, with reasonable notice, if requested by the management. • Make full use of Special Tools, Service Test, Service Equipment and training as provided to improve customer service levels and workshop efficiency. • Maintain thorough and current Product Knowledge and read all Service Information and Service News bulletins as supplied by Service Management. Role Requirements: • Prior experience in a similar role. • Qualified Vehicle Motor Technician (Registered with SOLAS/FAS or relevant qualification). • Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative. • Full, clean driving licence. • Excellent communication and customer service skills. Benefits • 31 Days Paid Leave (inclusive of public holidays) • Company Pension • Healthcare Scheme • Employee Volunteer Day • 2 Company Days • Bike to Work Scheme • Referral Bonus • Milestone Programme • Professional & Personal Development • Rewards & Recognition • Employee Wellbeing Programme • 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme • Death in Service Benefit • Long Term Disability Scheme • Tax Saver scheme • Employee Recognition Programme • Sports and Social Club CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
