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THE ROLE Cork City Council invites applications, on the official application form, from suitably qualified persons, who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which temporary and vacancies for the post of Programme Manager – Housing Delivery – Grade 8 (5 Year FTC) may be filled. The Programme Manager for Housing Delivery will work within the Housing Directorate and form part of the senior management team reporting to the Director of Service and will work with other City Council officials and external stakeholders in the development and delivery of a Housing Delivery Strategy and Delivery programme for Cork City Council and/or any necessary actions under Housing for All or any subsequent national strategy. DUTIES The key duties and responsibilities of the post will include: • Be responsible for the development and successful delivery of a comprehensive Delivery Plan aligned with national housing strategies (e.g. Housing for All, National Disability Strategy, and all future housing plans and strategies) and meet housing targets and objectives as outlined in such strategies. • Provide strategic direction to all housing projects under their remit, to ensure they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required standards, and in a coordinated way with all internal and external stakeholders. Overseeing developments at various stages of the development life cycle from early concept, acquisition, planning, design, procurement through to delivery and handover. • Anticipate challenges, manage risk, and navigate the complex housing delivery environment to deliver on targets and objectives • Efficiently manage and provide clear leadership and direction to a multidisciplinary team of technical and administrative staff, as well as external teams, to align with organisational priorities • Build and maintain strong partnerships with government agencies, Approved Housing Bodies, private developers, and other key stakeholders and be proactive in the development of such partnerships. • Oversee planning, procurement, and delivery programmes and develop, manage and oversee budgets for all projects • Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, funding conditions, and quality standards as well as the management of both internal and external governance processes • Represent the Housing Directorate and the organisation on various internal and external working groups as required including Strategic Policy Committee (SPC) meetings, Local Area Committee meetings, and meetings with external stakeholders to include Department of Housing Local Government and Heritage, the Housing Delivery Coordination Office, the Housing Agency, the Land Development Agency, and Approved Housing Bodies • Undertake such other specific functions as required from time to time. The above specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to them from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POST 1. Character Each candidate must be of good character. 2. Health Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Education, Training, Experience, etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms – a) hold an honours degree (level 8 in the National Framework of Qualifications) in a relevant discipline and / or a minimum of five years satisfactory experience at senior management level. b) possess a high standard of training, experience and knowledge, to include commercial and legal knowledge, and experience and understanding of residential development delivery or large-scale infrastructure/capital works programme delivery; c) possess a high standard of management experience, to include the management of multidisciplinary teams, preferably within the area of housing delivery. 4. Driving Licence Holders of the office may be required to drive a car in the course of their duties and therefore are required to hold a full driving licence for class B vehicles free from disqualifications. Desirable Skills: The ideal candidate should: • Have project management experience of multi-million-euro delivery of housing programmes and/or capital infrastructure programmes in an urban environment, including the ability to prepare project briefs/business case analysis and carry out project assessment and appraisals. • Expertise in financial governance, including budgeting, forecasting and reporting and ability to assess risk and develop mitigation strategies for complex projects • Have experience of the residential/property development process including the planning and legal systems, in particular the Part 8 Planning procedure for residential development, including engagement and communication with relevant stakeholders, elected members and reporting to Council meetings and the media. • Have commercial knowledge and understanding, together with an ability to demonstrate focus, resilience, organisation, and methodology at senior management level • Demonstrate effective stakeholder engagement skills (both internal and external stakeholders) and experience in securing co-operation and consensus with a range of bodies and representative groups. Have the ability to confidently challenge proposals with the aim to improve outcomes and efficiencies. • Have knowledge of public sector procurement policies and procedures • Demonstrate experience of project finance and budget management and ensuring value for money. • Demonstrate interpersonal, communication, presentation and influencing skills and an excellent work ethic with a keen interest in pushing projects forward. • Proven ability to lead a multi-disciplinary team in the delivery of strategic projects. • Have good knowledge and awareness of statutory obligations of Health & Safety Legislation, the implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace. • Have an understanding of the current public policy environment within the Housing sector across Ireland • Demonstrate a proven ability in the following competency areas: Strategic Management and Change, Performance through People, Delivering Results and Personal Effectiveness. Salary The salary scale for the post is: €80,165 -€80,880 - €84,026 - €87,191 - €90,362 - €93,500 - €96,657 - €100,238 (LSI1) - €105,945 (LSI2) In accordance with Departmental Circular Letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1st January 2011, will enter the scale at the minimum point. Hours of Duty The standard working week will be 35 hours per week. The role may, on occasion, include evening and weekend work. Holders of the post may be called for duty at any time in accordance with arrangements made by local authorities. The Council reserves the right to alter hours of work from time to time. Garda Vetting This post will come within the scope of the Local Authorities Garda Vetting Scheme. Please consult our Candidate Information Booklet where further information on Garda Vetting can be found.
Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon
SIVUH welcomes applications for an exciting new post in our Ophthalmology Team. This is a new post as Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon -SI Glaucoma. The post-holder will manage the development of the subspecialist surgical glaucoma service and will support its integration with the medical glaucoma services currently being developed, in cohesion with ongoing reconfiguration . The weekly commitment will encompass 29 hours weekly at SIVUH Campus and 8 hours weekly at Ballincollig Primary Care Centre. Please view the attached Job Description for further information.
Customer Assistant
Summary From our Head Office to the shop floor and everywhere in between our primary goal is to create and deliver a fantastic customer journey for everyone who shops at Lidl. Customer obsessed, high energy and love learning every day? If that sounds like you, earn €450+ per week as a Customer Assistant on our standard 30 hour contract.You’ll work across different shift times, on varied tasks and with different colleagues.What does a normal day* as a Customer Assistant look like? (*there’s no such thing as ‘normal’ in retail but we’ve tried our best!)As a Customer Assistant you are required to sell alcohol, therefore you must be 18 or over to work in our store. Shift Patterns: • Morning shift: Starting at 5am or 6am with your team, you’ll be getting our award-winning products fully stocked on the shop floor and our delicious bakery products ready for our customers to enjoy by opening time so they can Go Full Lidl! • Middle shift: Starting mid-morning or early afternoon, you’ll make sure our stores are spotlessly clean, well presented and our products remain fresh, all while helping customers with queries on the shop floor and working on tills to minimise till queues• Late shift: From your start time in the afternoon, you’ll make sure our customers experience is top class by serving them with a smile while on the tills, restocking missing items and getting the store ready for the next day What you'll do • Interacting with the customer in a pleasant, friendly and helpful manner• Ensuring stock loss controls are followed in all areas of the store • Maintaining store and external cleanliness and hygiene standards• Following freshness and rotation principles• Ensuring all waste is managed correctly• Assisting in the stock count process What you'll need • A can-do attitude and excellent customer service skills• The willingness to go the extra mile for our customers• To be responsible and reliable• To enjoy working in a fast-paced, varied environment• A good team player• Preferably, previous experience in a customer facing role but this is not essential provided you have the right attitude What you'll receive We offer a competitive and transparent salary system, that ensures pay equality across all positions at Lidl Year 1 • Basic Rate €15.10• €18.88 (Unsocial Hours) • €22.65 (Overtime/Sundays) • €30.20 (Bank Holiday) Year 2 • Basic Rate €15.70 • €19.63 (Unsocial Hours) • €23.55 (Overtime/Sundays) • €31.40 (Bank Holiday) Year 3 • Basic Rate €16.40 • €20.50 (Unsocial Hours) • €24.60 (Overtime/Sundays) • €32.80 (Bank Holiday) Year 4 • Basic Rate €17.40 • €21.75 (Unsocial Hours) • €26.10 (Overtime/Sundays) • €34.80 (Bank Holiday) Lidl is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements, we will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and want to ensure that all applicants have the same opportunity regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, age, disability, race, religious belief, political opinion or membership of the traveller community.
Shift Runner
The ideal candidate would be covering our Douglas Stores. Here’s a bit more on what you can expect from the job and some of the important experiences that can help you show you’ve got what it takes to make the Colonel proud… As a Shift Runner you will be providing direct support to the Restaurant General Manager. You’re an authentic brand ambassador who also happens to love our chicken and chips. Our Shift Runners have a wealth of experience coming from a variety of backgrounds, from supermarkets and pubs, to high street retailers and even banks. You’ll be empowered to partner with your RGM and management team to run your restaurant like you own it. We like to think of our people as the 12th secret ingredient of our famous recipe. It’s our ‘other’ SECRET. As a restaurant Shift Runner you’ll help your team be their best selves through on the job training every day, particularly in helping them give great service to our guests, day in and day out WHO WE ARE Take one man with a big idea (and some serious style), add 11 herbs and spices, 1,009 rejections, buckets of grit, ambition and southern hospitality and you’ve got KFC. It’s simple, we’re a people business that sells chicken and chips (and some other pretty epic stuff too). OUR RESTAURANT CULTURE We do things the right way. It isn’t always easy, but it’s always better. We lead with our hearts, work hard and play hard and we welcome everyone into our big KFC family. It doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or what your shoe size is – everyone has a place at the Colonel’s table. All we ask is that you roll up your sleeves, get stuck in and treat our team like family and our guests as friends. It’s what the Colonel would do. That got you cluckin’ excited? Apply now - there might just be a seat for you at the Colonel’s table…
Housekeeper Supervisor
Remuneration The salary scale for the post is: (01/03/2025) €40,710 -€41,772 -€42,906 -€43,993 -€45,156 -€46,353 -€47,588 Salary Scales are updated periodically and the most up to date versions can be found here: https://healthservice.hse.ie/staff/benefits-services/pay/pay-scales.html New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. Purpose of the Post · To plan, organise and control the daily workload of the Housekeeping Services Dept ensuring high standards of hygiene are maintained throughout the entire Hospital. · To contribute to the health care of patients by using cleaning procedures which will control harmful organisms and help prevent the spread of infection. · To recruit, train and lead a team of skilled staff whether contracted in or directly employed by creating and promoting a healthy working environment which ensures good working relationships. · To ensure the fabric, fixtures and fittings of the building are being maintained. · To promote comfort and safety to patients, staff and visitors. · To identify and implement housekeeping and cleaning processes to best practice standards and to remain up-to-date with developing trends in industry. · To ensure close working relationships with, and rapid support to all department Managers who depend on the Housekeeping Services Department. Principal Duties and Responsibilities The Housekeeping Supervisor will: Professional · The person holding this post is required to support the principle that the care of the patient comes first at all times and will approach their work with the flexibility and enthusiasm necessary to make this principle a reality for every patient to the greatest possible degree. · Maintain throughout the Hospital awareness of the primacy of the patient in relation to all hospital activities. · Performance management systems are part of role and you will be required to participate in the Group’s performance management programme. · Monitoring of sickness/absence and implementation of local and national control measures at Department Level. Proactively manage persistent poor staff attendance. · To monitor each ward and Department ensuring cleaning schedules and frequencies are being carried out efficiently and effectively. · To order, issue and control cleaning materials, equipment and other related items. · To arrange roster and cleaning schedules in accordance with budget allocation. · To keep necessary records i.e. reports, control data, personnel files etc. · To review output, performance and quality and implement training as required. · To carry out regular patient environment audits. · To carry out regular maintenance checks and to report daily maintenance problems. · To carry out induction and “on the job” training for all employees. · To advise the Housekeeping Services Manager of new stock requirements. · To ensure all staff are trained in all aspects of Health & Safety and that regulations are complied with. · To supervise the daily work of all housekeeping staff and to deal with problems as they arise. · To carry out all other duties relating to Housekeeping Services as the Facilities Manager may from time to time reasonably require. · To lead by example a professional, punctual and dedicated team promoting open communications. · Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards. · To support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. The above Job Specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to them from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/ or experience Candidates must have at the latest date of application: 1. Professional Qualification, Experience etc. a) Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: (i) Have attained such standard of education as would enable him/her to discharge the duties of the post And (ii) Have a minimum of 3 years relevant experience in a housekeeping environment in the healthcare/hospitality sector And a) Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability, including a high standard of suitability and professional ability, for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. 2. Health A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Post Specific Requirements Demonstrate depth and breadth of experience as relevant to the role Other requirements specific to the post N/A Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Knowledge & Professional Knowledge Campaign Specific Selection Process Ranking/Shortlisting / Interview A ranking and or shortlisting exercise may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application form. The criteria for ranking and or shortlisting are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification. Therefore, it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirements. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not being called forward to the next stage of the selection process. Those successful at the ranking stage of this process (where applied) will be placed on an order of merit and will be called to interview in ‘bands’ depending on the service needs of the organisation. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion The HSE is an equal opportunities employer. Employees of the HSE bring a range of skills, talents, diverse thinking and experience to the organisation. The HSE believes passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to its success – we aim to develop the workforce of the HSE so that it reflects the diversity of HSE service users and to strengthen it through accommodating and valuing different perspectives. Ultimately this will result in improved service user and employee experience. The HSE is committed to creating a positive working environment whereby all employees inclusive of age, civil status, disability, ethnicity and race, family status, gender, membership of the Traveller community, religion and sexual orientation are respected, valued and can reach their full potential. The HSE aims to achieve this through development of an organisational culture where injustice, bias and discrimination are not tolerated. The HSE welcomes people with diverse backgrounds and offers a range of supports and resources to staff, such as those who require a reasonable accommodation at work because of a disability or long-term health condition. For further information on the HSE commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion, please visit the Diversity, Equality and Inclusion web page at https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/resources/diversity/
Dog Groomer
Maxi Zoo is part of the Fressnapf Group, the European market leader in pet product with 1,700+ shops across Europe. Maxi Zoo is Ireland’s largest pet retailer and has over 30 shops in Ireland. Maxi Zoo Ireland are driven by the desire to make the life of pets and pets owners simpler, better and happier. We are seeking a full-time qualified Groomer for our Turners Cross Store Start your career in grooming as a Groomer! As a Groomer in our Grooming Salon, you’ll have the opportunity to build personal relationships with your customers and their pets each time they visit and truly become a part of their family. You’ll get to know their pets’ styles and personalities to create a customized, stylish experience just for them! From that first shampoo to that final strut home, you’ll take pride in the services you provide What you will do: · Consultation - Communicating effectively with pet owners to understand their preferences and concerns, and provide advice on dog grooming (hair care, device use, breed characteristics, etc.) as well as the recommendation of the related product assortment. · Customer Engagement - Provide excellent customer service getting to know each customer and their pet individually, remembering their preferences and any specific needs in line with the animal protection legislation. · Follow-Up and Follow-Through - Follow up with customers after their grooming appointments to ensure satisfaction and address any feedback or concerns promptly. Additionally, demonstrate reliability and professionalism by consistently delivering high standard grooms. · Sanitisation and Cleanliness - Maintaining a clean and organized grooming area, including disinfecting equipment, washing towels and grooming tools, and ensuring a safe and hygienic environment for dogs and staff. · Product Knowledge - Maximizing Revenue through Grooming Services Promotion and combine this service with providing expert advice to support the sale of own-brand products. What you will bring: · Fully flexible across 5 days, it is a full time role which includes weekends · Previous hands on experience in grooming salon and/or QQI Level 6 Dog Grooming/City & Guilds · Proficient in all aspects of grooming and clipping all dog breeds to a high standard. · Professional attitude that can communicate effectively with all salon customers and the wider grooming team to build trust and rapport with pet parents. · Time management: Independently prioritise and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes. · A passion for Animals: Interest in grooming/animal care. Are comfortable/confident around all breeds of dogs (large and small) and treats all furry visitors to the salon as they would their own pet. · Personal development: Drives their own development within the salon, is reliable, asks questions, uses time effectively to learn from the qualified groomer in the salon. Sees a long term career in grooming. Why join us? · Service pay- Higher rate of pay from when you reach 12 months service · Employee Discount - we offer employee discount of up to 40% in our stores and 20% in our Salon · Paid leave- Sick leave, annual leave and bank holidays, maternity/paternity leave · Refer a friend scheme · State of the art grooming salon · Advancement Opportunities – At Maxi Zoo we believe in promoting from within as much as possible and developing our team to have a career path. · Community- A chance to work in an environment where employees and customers share the same passion for animals · Educational opportunities- Continuous learning through our induction plan, e-learning academy, classroom training environment and development plans. · Employee assistance programme · Cycle to work Scheme · Free Grooming Uniform CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Webstore Fulfilment Assistant
Maxi Zoo is part of the Fressnapf Group, the European market leader in pet product with 2,700+ shops across Europe. Maxi Zoo is Ireland’s largest pet retailer and has over 30 shops in Ireland. Maxi Zoo Ireland are driven by the desire to make the life of pets and pets owners simpler, better and happier. Maxi Zoo Ireland are currently recruiting for a webstore fulfilment assistant for our Turners Cross store. What you will do: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Sales Assistant
Sales Assistant - Applegreen Youghal As a Sales Assistant at Applegreen, you will be a crucial part of our front-line operations. If you’re looking for a fulfilling role where you can make a difference every day and build lasting relationships, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to join the Applegreen family and become part of a company that values community, teamwork, our customers. What will I be doing as a Sales Assistant at Applegreen?
Sales Assistant
Are you excited about sales? And do you want to provide JYSK in the Ireland best customer service together with your team? Do you like variation and a fast-paced environment? 💪 Then you can be the Sales Assistant we are looking for! 🙋 WHAT WE OFFER YOU You get the chance to join a retail company that wants to be the candidate’s first choice when choosing an employer. We are dynamic and here your inputs get heard, you get involved and your development is crucial to us. Additionally, as JYSK ambassador, you get the following: IS THIS YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY? Apply today! CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Warehouse Worker
Are you up for the challenge of handling daily tasks and routines to create an organised stock room? Do you want to be responsible for the heart of a JYSK store and at the same time deliver a great customer service? And do you like being physically active at work? Then you can be the Warehouse Worker we are looking for! WHAT WE OFFER YOU You get the chance to join a retail company that wants to be the candidate’s first choice when choosing an employer. We are dynamic and here your inputs get heard, you get involved and your development is crucial to us. Additionally, as JYSK ambassador, you get the following: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
