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A permanent vacancy currently exists within Mid and East Antrim Borough Council for the following posts and applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates:- Health & Safety Advisor 37 hours per week Scale SO2, SCP 28-30 Currently £37,938 - £39,513 Location: The location of this post will be confirmed upon appointment and flexibility to be based across the Borough will be required. Main Purpose of Job: To assist the Health & Safety Manager with the delivery of the Corporate Health and Safety function for Mid and East Antrim Borough Council in compliance with the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Order (NI) 1978 and relevant statutory provisions. Responsible, to the Health and Safety Manager, for providing day-to-day advice and guidance to line management and employees in respect of compliance with health and safety legislation, policy and procedures and safe working practices. PLEASE NOTE: Only application forms containing all the information, which has been sought, will be considered. The shortlisting panel will base shortlisting decisions on the information contained within the Essential Criteria narrative sections of the application form. It is the applicant’s responsibility to provide sufficient relevant information including dates in this section of the form for each criteria. Applications will only be accepted on the application forms provided; Curriculum Vitaes will not be accepted. Closing date for receipt of completed applications is Monday 12 May 2025 at 4 pm.
Gardener Grounds Person
A permanent vacancy currently exists within Mid and East Antrim Borough Council for the following posts and applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates:- Gardener Grounds Person (part-time) 29.5 hours per week Scale 4, SCP 9-13, £26,409 to £28,163 Location: The location of this post will be in Carrickfergus but requirements of the post may result in the postholder having to work in locations across Mid & East Antrim. MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB To be responsible for carrying out a range of horticultural and grounds maintenance service tasks within all Parks & Open Spaces locations identified by the line manager either individually or as part of a team. To ensure effective communication with site users, other members of the team and line management. Assist in the community development of the Parks & Open Spaces Service through initiatives that engage the community within the Borough. PLEASE NOTE: Only application forms containing all the information, which has been sought, will be considered. The shortlisting panel will base shortlisting decisions on the information contained within the Essential Criteria narrative sections of the application form. It is the applicant’s responsibility to provide sufficient relevant information including dates in this section of the form for each criteria. Applications will only be accepted on the application forms provided; Curriculum Vitaes will not be accepted. Closing date for receipt of completed applications is Monday 12 May 2025, at 4.00pm. Mid and East Antrim Borough Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Senior Planning Officer
Assist the Principal Planning Officer and Head of Planning in meeting all statutory requirements for Development Planning, the processing of Major and Local planning applications and enforcement. Ensuring effective performance management training and development for staff within the team to meet the needs of the business and all customers in accordance with best practice standards and other performance indicators.
Facilities Attendant
Working Hours: Derry - 17.00-22.00, Monday - Friday 25 hours per week Strabane - 13.30-18.00, Monday - Friday 22.5 hours per week Salary: Scale 2 (SCP 5-7) £24,790 - £25,584 per annum pro rata KEY PURPOSE The postholder will provide day-to-day specified facility cleaning duties in accordance with standard operating procedures and health and safety obligations. Provide facility security attendant duties as required. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Duties will include cleaning, washing, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, emptying litter bins, polishing and dusting designated areas, staircases and fixtures and fittings, using where appropriate, the necessary equipment, (including working at heights) to ensure that the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene are achieved and maintained throughout the facility. 2. Empty waste (including food waste), shredder and recycling bins in offices and leave bins out for collection. 3. Ensure the safe storage, application and retrieval of all cleaning materials / substances in accordance with standard operating procedures and health and safety obligations. 4. Log and report all accidents and or spillages and identify potential hazards ensuring appropriate remedial action is taken in line with standard operating and reporting procedures. 5. Complete cleaning, flushing records and other documentation as required. 6. Open, close and secure the administration building/s including setting and disarming of alarms, and controlling access, as required. 7. Action evacuation procedures in the event of an emergency in accordance with procedures. 8. Ensure operational areas are secure in accordance with specified procedures, including undertaking internal/external security checks, as required. 9. Report general/minor maintenance defects to the Facilities Officer. 10. Set up rooms for meetings, dismantle equipment and distribute supplies/deliveries to relevant departments within our administration buildings as required. 11. Check and switch on/off control switches including heating, lighting etc. 12. Provide cover at reception as required, including welcoming and signposting visitors/customers. 13. Conduct all duties in a way as to enhance and protect the reputation and public profile of the Council and participate in Facilities Service training as required. 14. Participate in and ensure compliance with all Council policies and procedures and operate within the highest standards of personal behaviour which reflect the core values of the organisation. 15. Ensure full compliance with Health and Safety requirements and legislation in accordance with Council’s Policies and Procedures. 16. Comply with and actively promote the Council’s policies and procedures on all aspects of equality. 17. Undertake any other duties appropriate to scale, which may be required from time to time. The postholder should be aware that the responsibilities of the post may be subject to change as a result of organisational change. The Council therefore reserves the right to change the duties of the post by adding to or amending the range of responsibilities. The postholder will be required to be flexible and adaptable to meet the changing needs and requirements of the organisation Facilities Attendant - Person Specification Qualifications/Experience Applicants must possess: · A minimum of one years’ cleaning experience within a public building. Experience must include: - Dealing with members of the public. Knowledge It is essential that applicants possess: · Knowledge and application of Health and Safety within a public building. · Knowledge and understanding of COSHH regulations.
Community Engagement Officer
Location: Strule Centre, Omagh or County Buildings, Enniskillen; however travel will be necessary across Fermanagh, Tyrone, Leitrim, and Sligo to meet the requirements of the post. Salary: SO1; SCP 25 – 27; £35,235 - £37,035 per annum Key Purpose of the Post: The postholder is responsible to engage with 100+ community, voluntary, education & statutory organisations across Fermanagh, Tyrone, Leitrim & Sligo to secure the involvement of 1000+ rural citizens in STRIDE. To co-ordinate all marketing & promotional activities & 4 annual cross border symposiums. To co-ordinate the involvement of statutory partners to maximise adoption of digital based solutions to social service delivery in the target areas and beyond. Main Duties of the Post: • To support South West College in the development and implementation of a recruitment and marketing strategy to attract 1,000 participants to the STRIDE programme across the four years of operation. • To ensure stakeholders and potential participants are made aware of the opportunities available through the STRIDE programme. • To work in partnership with the Community Engagement Specialist (South West College), rural citizens, community groups and statutory agencies to secure participation and continued engagement in the STRIDE Design Think Programme. • To engage with partners Leitrim County Enterprise Fund and Ulster University staff to codesign the STRIDE Design Think Programme. • To support participants as they engage in the STRIDE Design Think Programme. • To work closely with the STRIDE Development and Delivery Manager (South West College) to discharge all elements of the STRIDE programme. • To establish effective working relationships and collaboration with all STRIDE partners involved in the delivery of the programme. • Prepare, submit and deliver periodic reports to STRIDE funders and lead partner for claiming periods as required by the Community Development Manager, the STRIDE Development and Delivery Manager (South West College) and the STRIDE Management Board detailing progress against KPIs and financial claims. • Provide formal monthly reports as required by the Community Development Manager, the STRIDE Development and Delivery Manager (South West College) and the STRIDE Management Board detailing progress against KPIs. • Promote and disseminate information, working with the marketing / communications team, about the STRIDE programme to rural communities across Fermanagh, Tyrone, Leitrim, and Sligo including the promotion of good news stories. • Organise and participate in community events, workshops, and meetings, as required, giving advice and support and promoting awareness of the STRIDE programme. • Collaborate with STRIDE staff to populate the STRIDE Empowering Communities Portal with case studies detailing completed projects • Proactively work as a member of the STRIDE team to ensure all targets and KPIs are achieved on time and within budget. • Any other duties as may be allocated by the Community Development Manager. General: • To ensure full compliance with all Health and Safety at Work legislation in accordance with the Council’s Health and Safety at Work policy and all associated procedures and guidance and to be an advocate for high standards of Health and Safety performance. • To implement the Council’s Human Resources policies and procedures. • To comply with all the Council’s policies and procedures including the Employee Code of Conduct and the Employee and Councillor Working Relationship Protocol. • To promote the Council’s equal opportunities policies and avoid all forms of discrimination as an employer and a service provider. • To implement all Financial and Procurement policies and procedures. • To comply with employee responsibility in relation to all records held, created or used as part of the Council’s business. All records, paper or electronic, are public records and accessible by the general public, with limited exceptions, under the Freedom of Information Act 2000, the Environment Regulations 2004 and the Data Protection Act 1998. • To undertake the duties of the post at all times in a manner that enhances and promotes the positive image of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council • The postholder will be expected to be flexible and adaptable to meet the changing needs and requirements of the organisation. The above list should not be seen as an exhaustive list of duties, and the postholder will be expected to undertake other relevant duties, as required. Essential Criteria A degree or equivalent qualification and two years **relevant experience Or Four years’ **relevant experience **Relevant experience must include evidence of:- a) Financial management including monitoring and control of a budget b) The ability to work collaboratively with key stakeholders – internally and externally – to deliver high quality outputs/projects. A working knowledge and understanding of funding regulations, to include European Union. Competence in the use of IT systems, including Microsoft Office packages Access to a form of transport to carry out the duties of the post. Desirable Criteria A working knowledge and practical application of Peace programmes Management and delivery of European funded projects/programmes to include programmes delivered on a cross border and/or cross community basis.
Community Wellbeing Coordinator
Wages: Scale 4+1; SCP 10-14; £26,835 - £28,624 per annum Main Purpose of Job The Community Wellbeing Co - Ordinator will be required to work in partnership with internal and external stakeholders, to facilitate the planning and delivery of health and wellbeing projects, programmes, events, and activities across the Fermanagh and Omagh district area. Main Duties and Responsibilities (across the district area) • To work in partnership and liaise with internal (for example, Health Improvement, Outdoor Recreation etc.) and external (for example, statutory organisations such as the Public Health Agency, Western Health and Social Care Trust, community groups and organisations, National Governing Bodies (NGBs), schools etc.) stakeholders, to facilitate the delivery of community health and wellbeing plans, projects / programmes, events, and activities. This also includes supporting the development of volunteers as appropriate. • Facilitate the delivery of key health and wellbeing initiatives to encourage and sustain participation across the age spectrum within the Fermanagh and Omagh area as per performance indicators outlined within Corporate / Community / service delivery plans and funded projects. There will also be a requirement to facilitate the delivery of programmes via various online platforms. All programmes, activities and events organised should be delivered in accordance with Council policy and procedures. • Assist with the promotion of all service delivery elements including the use of social media. • Attend and represent the Council at meetings as required including those with community and voluntary organisations. • Assist in the development and delivery of intervention programmes as required, for example Physical Activity Referral Scheme (PARS), Move More, Cardiac Rehabilitation etc. or any other specialist intervention programmes identified. • Facilitate the delivery of key corporate initiatives, for example, Leave no Trace, AED awareness in partnership with Northern Ireland Ambulance Service (NIAS) across the district area within school and community settings etc. • Facilitate the delivery of key corporate and service area including community and outdoor recreation events as required including assisting appropriate Council officers with the administration and planning of such. • Co – ordinate and liaise with respective stakeholders to gain access to venues to facilitate programme delivery. This includes verification of insurances and completing risk assessments etc. to use the venue safely and effectively. • Contribute towards monitoring and evaluation of funded projects, for example Healthy Towns which is delivered in partnership with the Public Health Agency (PHA) and Council Corporate and service delivery improvement plans, providing all required information for performance indicators as required. • Manage and co – ordinate staff as required, for example, causal staff, volunteers etc. involved within the delivery of events, programmes (i.e. summer schemes), and activities. This includes collating time – sheets, checking qualifications, assisting with risk assessments, session plans etc. • Maintain all equipment used as part of programmes to include inspections, cleaning and inventories and arrange for the safe transportation of all equipment to programme / event locations as required. • Complete, record and file all Health and Safety policies and procedures in relation to the delivery of activities, programmes, and events. This includes risk assessments, session plans, accident report forms and any other relevant paperwork to ensure safe and effective delivery. • Maintain knowledge and understanding of Council policies and procedures to ensure adherence; this includes, Safeguarding, General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR), Health and Safety etc. • Attend training as required to ensure compliance with Council corporate procedures and any other training deemed appropriate (for example, coaching awards) as part of service delivery. • Assist with the opening, closing and general operation of Council and community facilities as required. This will also include the completion of health and safety checks (indoor / outdoor). • Manage own workload to ensure effective service delivery. • Completion of any other roles and responsibilities deemed appropriate and relevant to ensure effective service delivery whilst maintaining a positive Council image. General • To ensure full compliance with all Health and Safety at Work legislation in accordance with the Council’s Health and Safety at Work policy and all associated procedures and guidance and to be an advocate for high standards of Health and Safety performance. • To comply with all the Council’s Policies and Procedures including the Employee Code of Conduct and the Employee and Councillor Working Relationship Protocol. • To promote the Council’s equal opportunities policies and avoid all forms of discrimination as both an employer and a service provider. • To implement, and adhere to, all Financial and Procurement policies and procedures. • To undertake the duties of the post always in a manner that enhances and promotes the positive image of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council. • The postholder will be expected to be flexible and adaptable to meet the changing needs and requirements of the organisation. The above list should not be seen as an exhaustive list of duties and the postholder will be expected to undertake other relevant duties, as required. Person Specification Essential Criteria Hold a Level 3 or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline (e.g., Health and Leisure, Sports, Events or related discipline). And A minimum of one year’s relevant experience of: a) Organising health and wellbeing programmes which must include, planning and delivery of these programmes. b) Coaching independently, organising, and leading coaching sessions. In the absence of a level 3 qualification, applicants must hold a minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience pertaining to A&B. Hold a minimum of one coaching qualification which enables you to coach independently. Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of participants and manage groups effectively. Competence in the use of IT to include use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) packages and email. A current valid driving licence to meet the needs of the post
Administrative Assistant
KEY PURPOSE OF JOB: To provide a comprehensive secretarial and administrative support service to the Environmental Health Service Unit and to deputise as required in the absence of the Administration Manager to ensure the smooth, effective and efficient running of the Service. Ensure targets and deadlines are effectively and accurately met whilst maintaining a high level of Customer Service. The post holder will assume other duties relevant to the post reasonably assigned by the Administration Manager to meet changing business needs and requirements. KEY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Deputise as necessary for the Administration Manager. 2. In conjunction with the Administration Manager, responsible for the training of temporary and student administrative staff. Supervision of temporary staff and students on work experience, ensuring that they are aware of the duties provided. 3. Responsible for the handling and reconciliation of substantial amounts of revenue received for the various Service Unit functions including:- ▪ Computerised receipting and reconciling of monies received with respect to Dog Control. ▪ Processing petty cash expenses associated with Environmental Health. ▪ Processing online applications and collating of online income. ▪ Responsible for generating invoices and purchase orders, processing of payments received and taking and reconciling deliveries. 4. Responsible for a range of secretarial and administrative functions to include the following;- ▪ Assessing, maintaining and updating of sensitive records on the various database systems for all core functions within the Environmental Health Service. ▪ Participate in the collation of statistics and data as required in response to requests such as Freedom of information. ▪ Issuing dog licences, generating reminders, warning letters etc. ▪ Word processing of confidential correspondence for the Head of Service and Officers. Generating of reports for all core functions for internal and external bodies i.e. Elected Members, Department of Agriculture etc. ▪ Processing the monthly Environmental Health report and collating the Environmental Services Committee Report for Elected Members. ▪ Up-keeping records for the Environmental Health Service on the time management system. ▪ Dealing with enquiries and providing information by telephone, correspondence and at reception facility to deal with confidential enquiries from Elected Members, Local Authorities, Government Bodies, NIHE, PSNI, Solicitors and the general public etc,. ▪ Maintenance and updating of registers, processing certificates, notices and other licences. ▪ Updating maintenance support of the Council’s database of inventory items and issuing requisition for stationery, office furniture and equipment through stock control. 5. To keep updated and informed on all new developments within the post holders field of responsibility. 6. Facilitating the organisation, setup and minute taking of meetings. 7. Ensure compliance with Council policies and procedures and operate within the highest standard of management and personal behaviour which reflect the core value and behaviour of the Council. 8. Develop and enhance working relationships with relevant partners and stakeholders to maximise corporate and community planning outcomes, government regional strategies and to generate innovation in service delivery. 9. Ensure the provision of high standards of customer care across all the services provided by the Service Unit and promote and manage the services effectively and communicate in a way which enhances and promotes the public image and overall reputation of the Council. 10. Promote equality of opportunity and access in service delivery and in the employment of staff through the mainstreaming of equality within the Council. Note: The post holder should be aware that the responsibilities and functional areas of the post may be subject to change as a result of organisational change. The Council therefore reserves the right to change the duties of the post by adding to or amending the range of functional responsibilities. The post holder will be required to be flexible and adaptable to meet the changing needs and requirements of the organisation. Qualifications and Experience It is essential that applicants have a minimum of: 1. QUALIFICATIONS Five GCSE passes at grade A-C, NVQ level 2 or equivalent. 2. EXPERIENCE A minimum of three years’ general clerical/administrative experience in an office environment to include; • Word processing experience. • Dealing with the public in a working environment • Cash handling in a work environment. Where applicants do not hold the qualifications as outlined in 1 above, they must demonstrate a minimum of five years’ experience in 2 above. Knowledge • A clear understanding of the workings of local government and the wider environment and political context in which it operates. • Working knowledge of systems and legislation. Skills • Competent in the use of Microsoft office.
Staff Officer
SECTION 1: THE ROLE The Staff Officer is a supervisory/management position within the Council and is assigned responsibility for administration and managing the performance of a section/department/team. The administrative structure ranges from the entry grade of Clerical Officer, through to Assistant Staff Officer, Staff Officer, Senior Staff Officer and Administrative Officer. See Section 10 below. A Staff Officer will generally work under the direction and management of a Senior Staff Officer/Administrative Officer or analogous grade. The Staff Officer has a supervisory role in the day-to-day operations of a work area or as a team leader. The Staff Officer works as part of a team and operational duties may include the day to day running of a section and the supervision and management of staff within the section. This will include assisting with the implementation of work programmes to achieve goals and standards set out in Departmental and Team Plans, Corporate Plan and Annual Service Delivery Plan. This will require the ability to plan, allocate and prioritise work and monitor and report on progress. Other duties may include representing the Department or the Council on various committees and the successful candidate must be capable of representing the Council in a professional and credible manner with all internal and external stakeholders. The Staff Officer role requires excellent administrative, employee management, interpersonal, communication and other particular skills and expertise depending on assignment. The ideal candidate will therefore be a highly motivated person, with a strong sense of commitment to delivering quality public services and be willing to take on a challenge. The Staff Officer is expected to carry out their duties in a manner that enhances public trust and confidence. SECTION 2: DUTIES: The post holder will work under the direction and control of the Senior Executive Officer or analogous grade or other officer designated by the Chief Executive or Director of Services as appropriate. The duties may include but are not limited to the following and the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. 1. To be responsible for the supervision of a work area or section within the Council, including supervision of a team. 2. To support the line manager to ensure section or department work programmes are implemented to deliver on the Council’s operational plan, including supervising the work of the team. 3. To develop and maintain productive working relationships. 4. To provide information and assistance relating to their area of work as required. 5. To compile, prepare and present reports, presentations and correspondence as necessary. 6. To represent their section or department on committees or at meetings and give progress reports as required. 7. To provide support and assistance in the delivery of projects as required. 8. To be involved in the day to day management of resources within their section or team. 9. To identify opportunities for improvements in service delivery within their section or team. 10. To support and implement change management initiatives within their section or team. 11. To supervise employees in supporting roles, including assigning tasks and duties, scheduling and prioritising work and monitoring and reporting on progress. 12. To provide support to team members and employees, handling day to day issues, ensuring compliance with all council policies and procedures. 13. To participate in corporate activities and responsibilities appropriate to the grade. 14. To ensure compliance with relevant policies, procedures, legislation, standards, codes of conduct and general principles of good governance, including grievance and disciplinary, performance management and attendance management, at all times. 15. To be in compliance with Health and Safety legislative requirements, policies and procedures and safe systems of work 16. To deputise for the line manager or equivalent as required. 17. To undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibility, as may be required, or assigned, from time to time. SECTION 3: ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA / QUALIFICATIONS Cork County Council may, following the interview process, form three panels for the post of Staff Officer from which future vacancies may be filled. 20% will be confined to the recruiting Local Authority, 50% will be confined to the Local Authority Sector, 30% will be filled by Open Competition. Suitably qualified persons are invited to apply for the following panel(s): • Panel A Confined to Local Authority Sector/Regional Assemblies (Be a serving member of the Local Authority Sector/Regional Assemblies) • Panel B Open Competition (Open to internal and external applicants) • Panel C Confined to the recruiting Local Authority or Applicable Regional Assembly (Be a serving member of the recruiting Local Authority/Regional Assembly) 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: (1) (a) Have at least obtained Grade D (or a Pass), in Higher or Ordinary Level in 5 subjects (or 4 subjects if Irish is included) from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Established Leaving Certificate Examination or Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme including Irish and/or English and one of the following: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics, AND (b) Have obtained at least Grade C (or Honours) in higher level (or Honours) papers in 3 subjects in that examination (2 subjects if Irish and/or one of the following is included: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics) OR (2) Have obtained a comparable standard in an equivalent examination, OR (3) Hold a third level qualification of at least degree standard. Confined competition (4) Be a serving employee of a Local Authority/Regional Assembly and have at least two years satisfactory experience in a post of Clerical Officer or in an analogous post. 4. Age Age restrictions shall only apply to a candidate where he/she is not classified as a new entrant within the meaning of the Public Services Superannuation Act, 2004. A candidate who is not classified as a new entrant must be under 70 years of age. 5. Transport Holders of the post should hold a full driving licence for class B vehicles and shall be required 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 6. Required Skillset In the context of the key duties and responsibilities for the post of Staff Officer listed above, the ideal candidate should demonstrate through their application form and at the interview that they have knowledge and experience of: ▪ Managing people; ▪ Customer service; ▪ Planning and prioritisation of workloads; ▪ Dealing effectively with conflicting demands; ▪ Working under pressure to tight deadlines; ▪ Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ▪ Stakeholder networking and engagement; ▪ Financial management; ▪ Problem solving and decision making; ▪ Project management; ▪ Administration and report writing; ▪ Operation of ICT systems and standard office software packages; ▪ Working effectively as part of a team; ▪ Adapting to change; ▪ Acting on own initiative; ▪ Data Protection; ▪ Health & Safety Management. In addition, the ideal candidate will also: ▪ Be self-motivated with ability to work on own initiative. ▪ Have excellent knowledge and understanding of the structures and functions of local government, of current local government issues, challenges, and priorities. ▪ Have an in-depth understanding of the role of Staff Officer. ▪ A sound understanding of the representational role of the elected members and the need to work in partnership to deliver quality services and implement policy decisions. SECTION 4: COMPETENCIES A Competency Based Application form requires you to describe some of your personal achievements to date that demonstrate certain competencies (necessary skills and qualities) required for the position for which you are applying. For each competency, you are given a description of a skill or quality. You are then asked to describe a situation, from your own experience, which you think is the best example of what YOU have done which demonstrates this skill or quality It is essential that you describe how you demonstrated the skill or quality in question. Therefore, compose your replies carefully in this section and try to structure what you write so that you give specific information about what you have done - for example, do not simply say that “X was successful”, describe exactly what you did and how you demonstrated the skill or quality in question. For each example please include the following: a) the nature of the task, problem or objective; b) what you actually did and how you demonstrated the skill or quality (and, where appropriate, the date you demonstrated it) c) the outcome or result of the situation and your estimate of the proportion of credit you can claim for the outcome. The information you present in your application may form part of a shortlisting process and may also be used to help structure your interview, should you be invited to one. A shortlisting process may be applied based on TWO or more of the competencies and on other information you provide in your application form. Please note that, should you be called to interview, the board may look for additional examples of where you demonstrated the Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Competencies required for this post, so you should think of a number of examples of where you demonstrated each of the skills. Management and Change • Understand and implement change and demonstrate flexibility and openness to change; • Develop and maintain positive, productive and beneficial working relationships. Delivering Results • Translate the business or team plan into clear priorities and actions for their area of responsibility; • Plan work and allocation of staff and other resources effectively; • Implement high quality service and customer care standards; • Make decisions in a timely and well informed manner. Performance Management and Communicating Effectively • Lead and develop the team to achieve corporate objectives; • Effectively manage performance; • Have effective written and verbal skills. Analysis & Decision Making • Skilled at policy analysis and development, challenging the established wisdom and adopting an open-minded approach; • Quickly gets up to speed in a complex situation, rapidly absorbing all relevant information/date (written and oral); • Use numerical data skilfully to understand and evaluate business issues; • Identify key themes and patterns in and across different sources of information, drawing sound and balanced conclusions; • See the logical implications of taking a particular position on an issue; • Resourceful and creative, generating original approaches when solving problems and making decision. SECTION 5: TENURE The position is permanent and fulltime. The post is pensionable. Panels may be formed to fill vacancies for Staff Officer that may arise during the lifetime of the panels. SECTION 6: SALARY The Salary scale for the post is: €51,210 - €61,252 per annum €51,210 - €52,739 - €54,301 - €55,895 - €57,501 - (Maximum), €59,373 (1st LSI) (after 3 years satisfactory service on the Maximum), €61,252 (2 nd LSI) (after 3 years satisfactory service on the 1st LSI). Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. In accordance with Departmental Circular letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1st January 2011, will enter the scale for the position at a minimum point. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. SECTION 7: ASSIGNMENT / LOCATION OF POST Cork County Council reserves the right to assign you to any department, premises or district in use by the Council, now or in the future. Changes in location of employment will not result in payment of disturbance money or compensation. SECTION 8: WORKING HOURS The working hours at present provide for a five day, thirty-five hour working week. A flexible working hours’ system is in operation and may be availed of subject to the terms and conditions of the Flexitime Policy. SECTION 9: ANNUAL LEAVE The current annual leave entitlement is 30 days per annum. Cork County Council’s 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, 1997(as amended).
Mechanical & Electrical Estates Officer
Salary: PO2 SCP 30 - 33 £39,513 - £42,708 per annum JOB PURPOSE: The post holder will technically support the Maintenance Team Manager, Building Surveyors and Capital Project Officers on matters relating to mechanical and electrical in the implementation and day-to-day management of service contracts, maintenance needs (planned and reactive) and capital programme delivery. The post holder will also work in collaboration with facility managers, property professionals and direct labour officers to ensure the property aims and objectives of the Council are delivered. The focus of the Mechanical and Electrical Estates Officer is to complete mechanical and electrical condition surveys across the Council estate, prepare planned preventative maintenance plans, specifications, schedules of work and to promote sustainability and energy efficiency in all projects. The post holder will maintain a strategic overview of all electrical and mechanical installations across Council buildings and make recommendations and provide technical support to users and service departments, organising agreed maintenance programmes and implementing service contracts and maintenance works to ensure that the electrical and mechanical installations are maintained to the highest standards within budget limitations. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Provide technical advice and guidance on electrical and mechanical engineering services as required. 2. Assist with condition surveys of Council buildings, ensuring the inspection of plant and making recommendations for replacement, repair and maintenance together with the estimated costs and production of reports, where applicable. 3. Co-ordinate agreed works for all aspects of electrical and mechanical maintenance for Council properties, whilst ensuring the comprehensive cost effective installation and maintenance of outsourced engineering services. 4. Ensure inspection and testing is undertaken in compliance with statutory regulations and any requirements of the Council’s contracts in respect to programming, in accordance with policy for managing contractors on site. 5. Monitor the safe, correct and efficient functioning of electrical and mechanical services including, but not limited to, lighting, power, emergency lighting, fire detection systems, intruder systems, lifts, call systems, boiler house controls and stand-by generators. 6. Assist Manager and Staff on Water Quality Management issues and monitor related Risk Assessments and documentation. 7. Evaluate and interpret specialist contractor’s reports, certificates and service returns, including auditing of electrical and mechanical contractors work and, where appropriate, make recommendations and implement appropriate actions to rectify defects thus ensuring the safety of building users including the management of minor projects and supervision of work through to completion. Authorise variation works and certify completed works for final payment. 8. Project-manage assigned mechanical and electrical minor works contracts to include: preparation of work specifications, schedules, estimates, contract documentation, invite and evaluate tenders/quotations followed by the procurement/issuing of works orders, together with record-keeping and ensuring compliance with the Council’s Contract Procedure Rules, Financial Regulations and Standing Orders, including checking payments for accuracy and ensuring invoices are processed promptly. 9. Participate in the Council’s out-of-hours emergency call-out system, and attend Council’s buildings in an emergency, if required. 10. Assist with the compilation of annual programmes, revenue works, capital works, together with estimated costs for budgetary purposes for electrical and mechanical services and attend meetings as required to plan and present proposals. 11. Assist the Estates Officers and act as the focal point of contact and technical liaison for designers, contractors, service providers and facility managers on mechanical and electrical matters. 12. Work closely with the Council’s Building Maintenance teams to ensure coordination of all planned proposed work, schedules of work, day-to-day reactive maintenance and service contract needs. 13. Prepare contractual documentation for service contracts, building fabric, mechanical, electrical and minor works; PQQs, ITT, evaluation documents, design briefs, drawings, specifications and contractual documentation in accordance with relevant procurement procedures. 14. Monitor and control of quality, time and cost parameters report thereon as required and be responsible for checking/ auditing and processing of invoices and claims for payment from contractors and consultants on minor and capital works prior to accepting handover/snagging. 15. Conduct rigorous pre and post-inspection site visits at all assigned locations in order to ensure the optimal drafting of specifications and that value for money is being achieved 16. Evaluate external contractors’ health and safety information making detailed recommendations to ensure that they adhere to and are able to follow documented procedures prior to being accepted, including compliance with health & safety legislation, CDM Regulations, Council’s health & safety policies and procedures, issuing permits and current British and European Standards. 17. Prepare all required documentation including the pre-tender stage Health and Safety Plan and HSE notifications for the purposes of ensuring compliance with the Construction Design and Management (CDM) Regulations where applicable; for maintenance work in the Council’s properties and identify any health and safety hazards during the construction period. 18. Provide project management expertise as required ensuring desired outcomes are achieved to time and budget constraints and undertake the supervision and administration of external sub-contractors and consultants as required. 19. Make recommendations to the Estates and Asset Management Department on annual and future planned maintenance and service contracts requirements. 20. Monitor, assess and review delivery of accessibility modifications to Council properties for the purpose of ensuring compliance with the statutory fire, planning, building regulations and insurance requirements and any other appropriate legislation. 21. Provide technical support and advice in respect of existing and proposed structures, installations, infrastructure and related equipment, and assist in the production of feasibility reports and/or cost estimates on fabric issues as required. 22. Liaise effectively with all design, operational and technical support staff in order to provide efficient co-ordination and integration of cross-disciplinary schemes and projects. 23. Assist the Estates and Asset Management Department on corporate groups i.e. Facility Managers meeting, and participate in working groups, project teams and other ad hoc groupings as requested by the Maintenance Project Officer as well as providing on-site technical guidance to service providers and other Council Officers as required. 24. Undertake any other relevant duties that may be required and are commensurate with the nature and grade of the post. Qualifications and training • A third level qualification (i.e. HNC/HND, Level 4, Degree ) in line with the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) in a relevant discipline/subject such as Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Building Services (Please note relevancy should be clearly demonstrated.) OR • Hold full corporate membership for one or more of the following professional bodies: - • Institute of Mechanical Engineers; • Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers; • Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers. Experience • At least three years’ experience within a property management environment to include: ▪ Carrying out mechanical and/or electrical condition survey work, preparing detailed specifications and schedules, tender briefs, prequalification questionnaires and evaluation methodologies; ▪ Setting up, prioritising and managing mechanical and electrical service programmes of work; ▪ Attending and Chairing site meetings; ▪ Risk analysis and risk management; ▪ Assertiveness, decisiveness and negotiation skills; ▪ Budgetary management and Control; ▪ Compliance with health and safety regulations. • Experience of specifying and managing mechanical and/or electrical works for a range of term, and main contracts; • Experience of carrying out site inspections, preparing surveys, cost estimates and feasibility studies for mechanical and/or electrical works/ projects; • Experience of monitoring the work of Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering consultants and contractors, vetting their invoices and claims for payment and carrying out technical vetting of their performance. Key skills, knowledge and attributes • Competent in the use of the range of Microsoft applications; • Competent in the use of Auto CAD R14 or later edition, including ADT; • Ability to interpret working drawings and specifications; • Knowledge of various forms of contract and contract procedure; • Working knowledge of relevant codes of practice and standards relating to mechanical and/or electrical Installation and services; • Working knowledge of Fire, Planning and Building Regulations and legislation; • Excellent report writing skills; • Excellent organisations skills; • Ability to work on own initiative; • Ability to work as part of team; Driving Hold a full current driving license (valid in the UK) and have access to a form of transport or *have access to a form of transport which will permit the applicant to carry out the duties of the post in full. *This relates only to any person who has a disability, which debars them from driving. Working Arrangements/Flexibility 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday 9.00 am to 5.00 pm). The post holder may be required to work additional hours including evenings, weekends, and public holidays. A flexible working scheme is in operation.
Corporate Project Officer
JOB PURPOSE: In accordance with Department Project and Contract Management procedures the Corporate Project Officer will oversee projects from the commencement through to completion, ensuring work is complete to a high standard, on time and within budget. This will involve working on a wide variety of project and schemes e.g. play parks, planned maintenance schemes, construction projects from minor to major. The post holder will be the first point of contact for sponsoring Departments, design teams, site managers and sub-contractors. The post of Corporate Project Officer will require a high level of customer service, and ability to deal with and resolve issues using personal and professional judgement, building relationships with officers at all levels and promoting the profile of the Council. The post holder will be expected to demonstrate an understanding and personal commitment to the organisation’s vision, values and goals. All correspondence in relation to your application will be sent via email. Please ensure a valid e-mail address and mobile number is provided when filling out the application form. Applicants must advise of any changes to contact details during the process. Applicants should ensure they check their emails including junk folders regularly. Human Resources Dept (Banbridge) The Old Techincal Building Downshire Road Banbridge BT32 3JY Telephone: 0300 0300 900
