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The Office of Public Works (OPW) invites applications for positions in the grade of General Operative Band 2 (Rural)/ 360° Excavator Driver in the OPW’s West Region Arterial Drainage Maintenance and Construction Services Division. The OPW is responsible for the maintenance of arterial drainage schemes completed under the 1945 Arterial Drainage Act, the construction and maintenance of flood defence schemes under the 1995 (Amendment) Act and under Planning and Development Legislation (Local Authority led schemes). The West Region Division also provides professional advice on the advancement of flood defence schemes and related matters. Schemes construction by the West Region division are carried out using the “Direct managed Works Model” consisting of a large direct labour workforce, supplemented as necessary by private section suppliers and sub-contractors. This is an Open OPW recruitment competition to which applicants with the minimum eligibility requirements may apply. Persons who wish to be considered for appointment to the General Operative Band 2 (Rural)/ 360° Excavator Driver Arterial Drainage Maintenance and Construction Services Division, and who meet the essential eligibility requirements, should submit a completed and signed application form. The selection process may include a short-listing process, based on the information supplied on the application form, which will determine those to be invited to competitive interview. The General Operative Band 2 (Rural)/ 360° Excavator Driver position is a Non-Established State Industrial post based on a 39-hour week, (Monday to Friday) and is subject to a seven-month probation period which may be extended to ten months under certain circumstances. Continuation in employment in the position, following the end of the Probation Period, will be dependent upon the appointee fully meeting the requirements for the position during the Probation Period. The actual hours of attendance are determined by local management requirements. The competitive interview process, will be used by OPW to select the candidate that is deemed suitable for appointment to fill the position and a reserve panel, effective for a limited period, may be formed and may be used to fill certain sanctioned seasonal, fixed term or permanent positions, that may arise in West Region Drainage Maintenance and Construction Services Division. Placement on panel(s) does not guarantee nor imply that an offer of employment will be made to those placed on same. In the event that an offer of an appointment is made, it will be made in the order of merit of those on the relevant panel regardless of the length of contract period offered and the specific area(s) in which the position would be based. Appointments to approved positions of employment are made as and when considered appropriate by OPW management and will be subject to the candidate meeting requirements of the role and achieving the required standard on a practical driving assessment. In the event that the candidate does not satisfactorily meet the OPW’s requirements with regard to health, references and Garda vetting, the candidate will receive no further consideration under the competition and will not proceed to appointment. Existing Internal/Open panels take precedence for appointment over any panels established under this competition. Separate panels for the Headford Depot area, the Ballina Depot area and the Lifford Depot area will be formed in the order of merit on each panel as determined by the Interview Board. General Operative Band 2 (Rural)//360° Excavator Driver - Arterial Drainage Maintenance & Construction Service positions (1) Counties Galway, Mayo, Roscommon and any works managed by the Headford Depot Area A. Arterial Drainage Maintenance B. Construction Services Division (2) Counties Mayo, Roscommon, Leitrim, Sligo and any works managed by the Ballina Depot Area. C. Arterial Drainage Maintenance D. Construction Services Division (3) Counties Donegal, Leitrim and any works managed by the Lifford Depot Area. E. Arterial Drainage Maintenance F. Construction Services Division The following process will apply in relation to offers: Candidates may indicate preferences for positions in either Arterial Drainage Maintenance or in Construction Services, however, the following process will apply in relation to offers. Candidates may refuse any offers of Seasonal, Fixed Term or Permanent positions for A,C or E in Arterial Drainage Maintenance or B,D or F in Construction Services only once and one form of contract, whether Seasonal, Fixed Term or Permanent only once each. If a candidate refuses any of the above options, no further offer will be made for that specific form of contract in a specific location within either Arterial Drainage Maintenance or Construction Services. Candidate will however remain on other panels for which they have indicated a preference for the duration of the panel(s). All offers are made in order of merit on reserve panels following a competitive interview process. For example: Candidate Z indicates a preference for Arterial Drainage Maintenance in Locations (1) Headford Depot and (2) Ballina Depot and Construction Services in Location (1) Headford Depot. Candidate Z is offered a Seasonal post in (A) Arterial Drainage Maintenance in geographic location covered by the Headford Depot. Candidate Z refuses this post, so he/she will no longer be offered a Seasonal post in (A) Arterial Drainage Maintenance in geographic location covered by the Headford depot. However, Candidate Z will remain on panel to be offered a Fixed Term or Permanent post in (A) Arterial Drainage Maintenance in geographic location covered by the Headford Depot and either a Seasonal, Fixed term or Permanent post in (C) Arterial Drainage Maintenance in geographic location covered by the Ballina Depot and either seasonal, fixed term or permanent in Construction Services in geographic location covered by the Headford Depot. If Candidate Z turns down each job offer in turn, he/she will slowly reduce their options and eventually not be offered Arterial Drainage Maintenance or Construction Service contracts of Seasonal, Fixed Term or Permanent, based in either any of the selected geographic locations. Essential Eligibility Criteria: (at the closing date) This job description is intended as a general guide to the range of duties and it is neither definitive nor restrictive. Citizenship Requirements Eligible candidates must 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 has a stamp 41 or a Stamp 5 visa; 1 Please note that a 50 TEU visa, which is a replacement for Stamp 4EUFAM after Brexit, is acceptable as a Stamp 4 equivalent. To qualify candidates must be eligible by the date of any job offer. Collective Agreement: Redundancy Payments to Public Servants The Department of Public Expenditure and Reform letter dated 28th June 2012 to Personnel Officers introduced, with effect from 1st June 2012, a Collective Agreement which had been reached between the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform and the Public Services Committee of the ICTU in relation to ex-gratia Redundancy Payments to Public Servants. It is a condition of the Collective Agreement that persons availing of the agreement will not be eligible for re-employment in the Public Service by any Public Service body (as defined by the Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Acts 2009 – 2011) for a period of 2 years from termination of the employment. People who availed of this scheme and who may be successful in this competition will have to prove their eligibility (expiry of period of non-eligibility). Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) It is a condition of the Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) as set out in Department of Finance Circular 12/09 that retirees under that Scheme, are not eligible to apply for another position in the same employment or the same sector. Therefore, such retirees may not apply for this position. Pay €699.48 - €853.01 per week
Safety & Security Manager
Please note that although this job advert is for a permanent post, offers for fixed term contracts may also be made from this file. BAND: 7 JOB PURPOSE: To take the day-to-day lead role in advising and guiding the Housing Executive in the prevention of and response to abusive behaviours towards staff, working in partnership with key stakeholders. REQUIREMENTS: 1. A) Possess a degree or equivalent level qualification (Level 6*). or B) Can demonstrate at least 5 years’ relevant experience and can demonstrate evidence of equivalent continuing professional development of experiential learning. *Refer to Qualifications Framework for equivalencies. It will be the responsibility of the applicant to demonstrate equivalency APPLICATION PROCESS Application should be made using the on-line application form. Instructionson how to complete the on-line form appears once the form has been accessed. Make sure you follow these instructions. Candidates unable to use the on-line form can request a manual application form, by emailing recruit@nihe.gov.uk quoting the particular Job Title and Reference Number. Please note that if the candidate uses this method, it is their responsibility to ensure we receive their application by the allocated closing date and time. Guidance on the completion and return of applications is included in the Candidate Guidelines on the job related documents. The Northern Ireland Housing Executive have a policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders, a copy can be made available on request. LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED EVEN IF DELAYED DUE TO TECHNICAL REASONS. PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU ARE LOCKED OUT OF YOUR GETGOT ACCOUNT IT WILL TAKE A MINIMUM OF 10 MINUTES TO RESET YOUR PASSWORD. IF AN APPLICATION IS LATE BECAUSE OF THIS IT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. It is the responsibility of each candidate to ensure that all such information is provided. Candidates who fail to provide sufficient information on which a panel might determine their eligibility for the post will not be shortlisted. The Housing Executive is an equal opportunities employer. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Protestant community who are currently under represented in parts of our workforce.
Energy Advisor
Please note that although this job advert is for a permanent post, offers for fixed term contracts may also be made from this file. BAND: 4 JOB PURPOSE: The Energy Advisor will provide a telephone and outreach service engaging with customers, to enable, empower and inform them on energy efficiency. To give customers impartial advice and information on energy efficiency e.g. home water heating and consumption, renewable energy and low carbon transportation options. The role will involve either working as part of the Customer Service function, managing all customer energy query types in line with Service Level Agreements and Key Performance Indicators, or in the Outreach Service, providing advice by attending events, or giving presentations in schools and in at community advice sessions. REQUIREMENTS: 1. Either A) Possess a minimum of a BTEC Higher or equivalent (Level 4*) of qualification OR B) Can demonstrate at least two years relevant customer service experience with evidence of training / learning in energy advice matters. (Please include dates) *Refer to Qualifications Framework for equivalencies APPLICATION PROCESS Application should be made using the on-line application form. Instructionson how to complete the on-line form appears once the form has been accessed. Make sure you follow these instructions. Candidates unable to use the on-line form can request a manual application form, by emailing recruit@nihe.gov.uk quoting the particular Job Title and Reference Number. Please note that if the candidate uses this method, it is their responsibility to ensure we receive their application by the allocated closing date and time. Guidance on the completion and return of applications is included in the Candidate Guidelines on the job related documents. The Northern Ireland Housing Executive have a policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders, a copy can be made available on request. LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED EVEN IF DELAYED DUE TO TECHNICAL REASONS. PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU ARE LOCKED OUT OF YOUR GETGOT ACCOUNT IT WILL TAKE A MINIMUM OF 10 MINUTES TO RESET YOUR PASSWORD. IF AN APPLICATION IS LATE BECAUSE OF THIS IT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. It is the responsibility of each candidate to ensure that all such information is provided. Candidates who fail to provide sufficient information on which a panel might determine their eligibility for the post will not be shortlisted. The Housing Executive is an equal opportunities employer. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Protestant community who are currently under represented in parts of our workforce.
Customer Services Unit Advisor
Key Responsibilities This will include the delivery of a range of services including, but not limited to: 1. Responding in a timely and professional manner to customer contact using a range of communication methods. 2. Recording repairs for customers from various means of contact e.g. phone, counter and web reporting. 3. Communicating with customers to understand their query and accurately recording the priority of a wide range of maintenance and heating repairs. 4. Liaising with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders (contractors, maintenance departments, housing, grounds maintenance, Housing Executive tenants). 5. Using a wide range of computer packages to record, manage and retrieve information, for example IT systems to accurately record repairs. 6. Implementing/advising on policies and procedures including response maintenance and other business areas where required. 7. Take an active and positive role within the team, working together to meet business objectives. 8. Monitoring and escalating maintenance performance issues to CSU Supervisor and CSU Manager where appropriate. 9. Recording grounds maintenance repairs and booking appointments for grounds maintenance inspections. 10. Arranging gas and other required Health and Safety checks by appointment. 11. Carrying out customer surveys when requested. In addition to the main duties detailed above, the post holder may also be expected to carry out other specific duties relevant to the Customer Services Unit in which they successfully obtain a post. Examples of such duties may include but are not limited to: 12. Providing support to the public counter when required. 13. Providing administrative support to Income Collection Units as required. 14. Attending business meetings to support CSU management as necessary. 15. Triaging homeless applicants, accurately recording information and passing this to the appropriate staff member. 16. Providing support to the telephony unit as required. General 17. To provide a high level of internal and external customer service including taking ownership of customer queries and complaints and following issues through to completion, while ensuring timely escalation to the senior management, when required. 18. To ensure continued and effective working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders. 19. To promote continuous service improvement by working with customers and other Agencies to improve service delivery. 20. To represent the CSU team as required and provide support and cover for the other team members as and when required. 21. To undertake the duties of the role in such a way as to enhance and protect the reputation and public profile of NIHE. 22. To adhere to the core values and Code of Conduct for Housing Executive employees and comply with all NIHE frameworks, policies and procedures, including but not limited to those relating to legal requirements such as equality, health and safety and information governance. 23. To direct and signpost managers and officers to the appropriate source for issues outside the remit of this post. 24. To participate and/or facilitate working groups, committees and other internal forums as required. 25. To undertake any duties deemed appropriate to the achievement of the purpose and function of the post in order to ensure team resilience and meet organisational need. 26. To promote, uphold and implement all NIHE policies, plans and procedures, ensuring policy requirements and timescales are adhered to. 27. To analyse and solve technical problems by investigating potential solutions working both individually and as part of a team. 28. To manage their own performance and be flexible and responsive to change. Note: This summary of responsibilities and personal duties is not intended to be exhaustive. This role will develop and change in line with strategic corporate programmes and projects. Knowledge, Skills and Experience 1. Possess five GCSEs or equivalent qualification plus at least one year’s customer service experience. Or Can demonstrate at least 2 years’ customer service experience and can demonstrate ongoing learning through completion of relevant courses and/or through relevant supported work place or on-the-job training. Knowledge, Skills and Experience (continued) 2. Experience in using a range of computer packages including Word, Excel, Outlook, etc. Knowledge, Skills and Experience (continued) 3. Experience in dealing appropriately with customers in a challenging environment (to be assessed at interview) 4. Applicants must demonstrate (to be assessed at interview) • Ability to actively listen • Attention to detail and organisational skills • Knowledge of a service or product • Ability to work as part of a team • Conflict resolution skills Location* All of our employees are assigned a base location, which for this role will be the Housing Centre, 2 Adelaide Street, Belfast, BT2 8PB. The role includes regular travel throughout NI. Hours* The contractual hours are 37 hours per week and are normally Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 5.00 pm. A flexible Working Hours Scheme is in operation with core hours of 10am-12pm and 2pm-4pm and we also seek to enable our people to work flexibly in respect to when they work*. *In line with our commitment to flexibility we are happy to discuss this with the successful candidate with options being dependent on the nature of your role. Annual Leave You will be entitled to a minimum of 23 days annual leave per year. The leave year runs from January to December, and you will also be entitled to 12 public holidays. Probation Your employment will be subject to a satisfactory completion of a probation period of 6 months during which time your progress will be monitored and feedback will be provided. You will be obliged to follow all the procedures and rules laid down by the Housing Executive. Period of Notice You may terminate your employment by giving one month’s notice in writing, terminating on the last day of a calendar month. If your employment is being terminated, the period of notice to be given will be as recommended for Local Government Officers in line with terms and conditions. Other Benefits There are many benefits of working for the Housing Executive including: • Learning and development opportunities • Flexible working and family friendly policies • Volunteering and fundraising policy • Cycle to Work Scheme • Onsite Occupational Health services which includes flu jabs and complementary Fitech health and wellbeing assessments • Inspire Workplaces – providing free, confidential counselling and support to employees 24/7 • Corporate gym membership, fitness classes and access to our inhouse gyms available at Housing Centre, Belfast and Marlborough House, Craigavon. Pre-Employment Checks Appointment is subject to; (i) A satisfactory medical declaration. (ii) Receipt of satisfactory references. References will only be sought as part of a pre-employment check prior to appointment. One reference must be a current employer or, if not currently employed, the most recent employer who would have knowledge of the successful candidate in a working environment. Candidates must be specific when providing address/contact details for referees. (iii) A satisfactory Access NI Basic Disclosure Check through a Responsible Body. Please note that a criminal conviction does not necessarily debar any applicant from obtaining employment. (iv) Providing the required documentation to satisfy the essential criteria i.e. proof of qualifications. It is important to note that if you do not provide the requested documentation you will not be able to take up post. (v) Documentation Checks for the Prevention of Illegal Working - It is your responsibility to demonstrate you are entitled to work in the United Kingdom. If you are unable to produce the relevant documents, or the documents are not satisfactory, the offer of employment may be withdrawn. You will be required to produce original documents to verify your identity, one of which must be photographic identification. Canvassing Canvassing, in any form, oral or written, directly or indirectly, in connection with this appointment shall disqualify a candidate.
Regional Investment Planning Officer
Please note that although this job advert is for a permanent post, offers for fixed term contracts may also be made from this file. BAND: 6 JOB PURPOSE: To assist the Regional Investment Planning Manager in ensuring that regional, area and estate-based investment programmes, plans and strategies are in place to deliver the Asset Management Strategy and 10 Year Investment Plan. REQUIREMENTS: 1. i) Possess a degree or equivalent Level 6 qualification PLUS 2 years’ relevant experience OR ii) Can demonstrate equivalent continuing professional development or experiential learning AND a minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience APPLICATION PROCESS Application should be made using the on-line application form. Instructionson how to complete the on-line form appears once the form has been accessed. Make sure you follow these instructions. Candidates unable to use the on-line form can request a manual application form, by emailing recruit@nihe.gov.uk quoting the particular Job Title and Reference Number. Please note that if the candidate uses this method, it is their responsibility to ensure we receive their application by the allocated closing date and time. Guidance on the completion and return of applications is included in the Candidate Guidelines on the job related documents. The Northern Ireland Housing Executive have a policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders, a copy can be made available on request. LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED EVEN IF DELAYED DUE TO TECHNICAL REASONS. PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU ARE LOCKED OUT OF YOUR GETGOT ACCOUNT IT WILL TAKE A MINIMUM OF 10 MINUTES TO RESET YOUR PASSWORD. IF AN APPLICATION IS LATE BECAUSE OF THIS IT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. It is the responsibility of each candidate to ensure that all such information is provided. Candidates who fail to provide sufficient information on which a panel might determine their eligibility for the post will not be shortlisted. The Housing Executive is an equal opportunities employer. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Protestant community who are currently under represented in parts of our workforce.
Domiciliary Careworker
Job Opportunity Limavady To provide personal and domestic care to people living in their own homes, who due to a temporary or longer term disability, may not be able to manage their own care. Domiciliary Care Workers – Morning Runs (7am-2pm) & Bed Runs (7pm-11pm) available. Ref: W/DCW/L/2155 £12.36 per hour (mileage) Part-time (12 hour & 20 hour) contracts available. Requirements: Experience of caring in a formal/informal setting Full Driving Licence Access to Car Interested? A full job description and details of how to apply can be found at: https://bryson.getgotjobs.co.uk/home Or call us on: 028 7132 1989 Closing date: 30th April 2025 at 12pm We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Graduate Buyer
Graduate Buyer (Job Ref: 25N/GBNR) Randox Laboratories continues to develop disruptive innovations within the Diagnostics and Healthcare sector globally. We are proud to have been named the Number 1 company in Northern Ireland, for the second consecutive year in the “Belfast Telegraph Top 100 Companies 2024”. Our staff are at the heart of everything we do and achieve. We have a career opportunity for a Graduate Buyer within our Purchasing Department. This application process take no more than 1 minute. What does this team do? Our purchasing department plays a vital role in ensuring the success of Randox Group, through sourcing and acquiring variety of goods required to ensure positive outcome to our clients and customers. They do this by undertaking efficient acquisition and procurement of goods and services. Location: Randox Laboratories, 55 Diamond Road, Crumlin, BT29 4QY. This is an office-based position. Contract Offered: Full-time, Permanent. Working Hours/Flexibility: 40 hours per week. Monday to Thursday 4x9Hrs, with half day Friday (4hrs). (Department capacity pending) What does the role involve? This role is tasked with the buying operations within the purchasing department, ensuring that all orders are placed and received on time in accordance with stand procedures and departmental requirements. How do I apply? Click Apply on the site of this advertisement. You will then submit your CV to Randox for review. This application process take no more than 1 minute. This advert may be open for as long as 30 days, although we may close the advert early, if we receive sufficient applicants.
Domiciliary Careworker
DOMICILIARY CARE WORKER To provide personal and domestic care to people living in their own homes, who due to a temporary or longer term disability, may not be able to manage their own care. Job Opportunity Strabane Domiciliary Care Workers –Morning Runs (7am-2pm & Bed Runs (7pm-11pm) Available. Ref: W/DCW/S/2133 £12.36 per hour (plus 22p per mile) Part-time (12 & 20 Hour) contracts available. Requirements: Experience of caring in a formal/informal setting Full Driving Licence Access to Car Interested? A full job description and details of how to apply can be found at: https://bryson.getgotjobs.co.uk/home Or call us on: 028 7132 1989 Closing date: 30th April 2025 at 12pm We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible
Catering Assistant
Would you like to be part of a team that believes people are our greatest asset? Our family values speak for themselves: Do the right thing, Have fun & grow together, Take pride in what you do! We are currently recruiting for a Catering Assistant to join our team based at CAFRE - Cookstown Campus. This is a great opportunity to join a world leading facilities management company. Working Pattern: Please note, the successful applicant's offer is subject to the Access NI (basic) check prior to commencement of role. The Access NI Code of Practice is available upon request. Mount Charles Group has a policy on recruiting ex-offenders, a copy of which can be provided upon request. Having a criminal record will not necessarily prevent you from working for the Mount Charles Group. The Mount Charles Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Due to the number of applicants Mount Charles receives, we only respond to short-listed applicants. If you have not been contacted within six weeks of the closing date, you have not been selected for interview. GREAT PEOPLE - GREAT SERVICE - GREAT FUTURE
Nurse
Your Core BENEFITS: About the Company: The Kingsbridge Healthcare Group was founded in 2004 by Medical Directors, Dr Suresh Tharma and Mr Ashok Songra. Their vision was to create world class healthcare by putting patients at the forefront of everything they did, this was to become the company’s mission. From the original premises at 352 Lisburn Road (where the name 3fivetwo Healthcare was taken), the Company has expanded and has since undergone a rebrand. The 3fivetwo Group is now known as the Kingsbridge Healthcare Group and consists of the following: Kingsbridge Private Hospital Group (Belfast, Sligo & North West) Kingsbridge Diagnostic and Treatment Centre - Kings Hall Kingsbridge Training Academy Kingsbridge Opticians and Hearing Care 3fivetwo Healthcare Our partner companies consist of H3 Health Insurance and Cransford Insurance. At Kingsbridge Healthcare Group, we are on the lookout for talented, innovative and ambitious individuals to join our team. Our people are at the core of everything we do and are all equally committed into achieving the Company’s mission of becoming a world-class provider of healthcare solutions. Our aim is to be the preferred choice for both patients and healthcare professionals.
