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About This Role: As a Retail Sales Consultant at eir, you will be a face of our brand—engaging with customers to understand their needs and providing tailored broadband and mobile solutions that exceed expectations. In this dynamic retail role, every interaction is an opportunity to represent eir’s values, grow our customer base, and contribute to the success of your store. Enjoy earning a monthly salary along with additional earnings from our attractive commission structure. If you’re a people person with a passion for tech and a drive to hit targets, we’d love to hear from you. Why This Role: This is more than just a retail job—it’s your chance to build a career in an exciting and fast-paced industry. As a Retail Sales Consultant, you’ll: · Deliver outstanding customer service. · Work in a target-driven environment that rewards achievement. · Be part of a team where your input is valued and your success is celebrated. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a busy setting and enjoys sales and working with people. You'll receive full training, so even if you’re new to telecoms, you’ll be set up for success. Benefits include · Earn €14.15 per hour + attractive commission structure! · Continuous support, learning and opportunities for advancement. · Enhanced earning potential through various staff incentives. · Staff offer. · Free eir Wellness Programme & Employee Assistance Programme. · €500 Employee Referral Scheme. · Discounted healthcare plan. · Pension scheme contribution. · Generous family friendly policies, including fertility, pregnancy loss, menopause and others. · Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion. · Paid leave benefits incl. maternity and sick leave benefits. · Tax saver tickets and bike to work scheme. Expectations From The Role: As a Retail Sales Consultant, your key responsibilities will include: · Customer Engagement: Build rapport with customers, understand their needs, and recommend the most suitable mobile and broadband solutions. · Sales Delivery: Consistently meet or exceed individual sales targets while contributing to the store’s overall performance. · Customer Experience: Handle queries and issues efficiently, ensuring every customer leaves satisfied. · Store Operations: Support daily administrative tasks, including stock control, data entry, and cash handling. · Product and Policy Knowledge: Stay up-to-date with eir’s product offerings, promotions, and store policies to ensure accurate and compliant service delivery. · Market Awareness: Keep informed of competitor offerings so you can provide customers with the most competitive and relevant information. Flexibility is essential—you’ll be required to work evenings and weekends in line with store trading hours. Requirements For A Successful Application: Knowledge, skills and abilities · Confidence in engaging with a variety of customers and understanding their needs. · Clear, effective communication skills with a strong ability to explain products and services. · A positive, target-driven mind-set with a passion for providing great service. · Interest in mobile phones, broadband, and emerging technologies. Qualifications · 1–2 years of experience in retail or sales is desirable, but relevant life experience will also be considered. · A strong customer focus and a proactive attitude are key to success in this role. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Store Manager
Store Manager – Lead the Way, Shape the Experience The Role: As Store Manager, you’ll do more than run a store — you’ll shape a team, build a culture, and grow your career in a brand that’s growing too. Whether it’s multi-site management, training roles, or new opportunities as we expand, there’s space for ambitious leaders to evolve. ✨ Why Join Us? • Autonomy to make your store your own • Career development into senior roles as we grow • Leadership training and networking opportunities • Be part of a brand that promotes from within and celebrates progress �� What We Offer: • Complimentary barista-made coffee on every shift • Employee discounts across all locations • A supportive leadership team and development opportunities • A dynamic and people-focused workplace �� Location: This role is based in Kilkennty Retail Park and we can’t wait for you to be part of the team! �� Ready to lead with purpose and bring something fresh to Costa Kilkenny ? Apply now!
Deli Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Responsible for the preparation of high quality hot and cold deli products and for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. The ideal candidate will have/be:
Project Worker
Project worker – Part Time position. 20 Hours Purpose of the Post To work with the Service Manager and within the authority delegated to the post holder by the service manager; to assist in the day to day running of the service whilst remaining on the roster. The Project Worker will be responsible for: processing referrals, conducting assessments; care/support planning and implementation of care/support plans; engaging with service users; supporting service users with move on plans; managing maintenance issues; delivering practice supervision. The Project Worker will play a key role in recruiting, mentoring and supporting staff and students (if applicable) in order to ensure that the highest level and standards of social care practice are further developed and maintained in the service. In addition to this, the post holder will act on behalf of the Service Manager and provide out of hours on call support where designated. Environment of the Post GSCK provides emergency accommodation for up to 22 residents (emergency), 12 transitional and one family emergency. The services are low threshold in nature.
Project Worker
Siul Le simply means to walk with. The Good Shepherd Centre Clg are proposing a Pilot project in partnership with The Collective Sensory Group, supported by the HSE Disability Services. To initially operate for 12 months. The Siul Le Project. It is the partners experience that there is a cohort of service users in homeless services and/or housed with a disability or undefined life challenges who struggle to exit homeless services and/or settle and sustain long term housing and life opportunities. They are in fact a group susceptible to long-term homelessness and its recurring vulnerabilities with high-risk behaviours. In the main they are distant and estranged from services. The ability to assess and use this information from a multi-disciplinary perspective with the service user and to access services is a priority. For many of that cohort accessing homeless services this is due to family breakdown, experiences of violence and other vulnerabilities. In the south east the private rented sector has become unaffordable for social housing applicants. Housing supply is low, and the Housing Assistance Scheme (HAP) has a growing unpopularity among landlords. Individuals with sensory and development difficulties or with a disability in general can find this an impossible space to navigate to successful outcomes. The Local Authority Housing Disability Strategy for People with Disabilities continues to seek to prioritise access to supports and quality housing for service users with mild to severe disabilities. The Good Shepherd Centre and HSE will seek to agree targets with each of the local authority steering groups for access to Siul Le Service and likewise access to emergency and suitable long-term accommodation. The client group present with mild Intellectual disability, Autism, Attention Deficit Disorder, Dyslexia and a range of poor coping skills. Many have experienced family breakdown and/or struggle to access and/or sustain accommodation. They are vulnerable. Some have a history of addiction and high risk behaviours such as self-neglect and/or self-harm
Senior Library Assistant
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE The Ideal Candidate must be able to demonstrate that they have sufficient experience and a proven track record in the following: • Have knowledge of the structure and functions of the local government library service, of current issues, future trends and strategic direction of library services and an understanding of the role of the Senior Library Assistant in this context • Have a strong sense of commitment to delivering quality public services and be willing to take on a challenge • Be highly motivated and have excellent interpersonal and communications skills • Demonstrate the ability to supervise and motivate a team effectively and maintain productive working relationships within the organisation and with customers • Have effective budget management skills • Have experience of planning/prioritising to meet targets and delegating work appropriately • Have experience of problem solving/decision making • Demonstrate openness and a willingness to adopt new ways of working and involve others in change Desirable Requirements Kilkenny County Council can for any position they advertise, include Desirable Requirements. Desirable Requirements are those that would be beneficial to optimising job performance. Desirable Requirements can be used if necessary to reduce numbers called for interview. It is desirable that each candidate shall: • Possess a high level of ICT proficiency, digital and social media • Have an ability to supervise a team effectively to achieve a common goal, ensuring strong governance, ethics and standards are adhered to and maintained Applicants should satisfy themselves they are eligible under the required qualifications. Kilkenny County Council may not be in a position to investigate the eligibility of all candidates in advance of the interview/examination, and hence persons who are ineligible but nevertheless enter, may put themselves to unnecessary expense. JOB DESCRIPTION Kilkenny County Council Library Service operates in a dynamic and changing environment across its network of 8 branch libraries, one mobile library service, Library Administrative Headquarters including Local Studies. The library service is charged with delivering on the aims and objectives of the sector’s 5-year strategy, "The Library is the Place" (2023–2027) and the local library development plan The Kilkenny Library Development Plan 2025–2029 "Creating Vibrant and Sustainable Communities”. The Senior Library Assistant will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to meet the wide-ranging information, education, research and cultural needs of the citizens of Kilkenny. The role involves supporting managers and colleagues and working as part of a team in meeting work goals and objectives and delivering quality services to internal and external customers. The role requires that employees function in a flexible manner and work effectively together as a team to deliver required outcomes or outputs. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The main duties and responsibilities of the librarian will be consistent with the provision of a modern 21st century public library service that is responsive to the changing requirements of customers of all ages and abilities. The duties will include but are not limited to: • Dealing proactively and professionally with customers across a range of platforms – electronic, phone and in person • Management of information systems and ICT systems • Supervision of staff attendance and performance management • Communicate and liaise effectively with colleagues, managers and customers in relation to operational matters for their work area • Networking and community engagement • Contributing to publicity and promotional activities • General branch management and development • Contributing to events programming – workshops/story times/lectures • Cash and budget management • Ensuring good governance in his/her area of responsibility in respect of health and safety, child protection, data protection, business continuity and other relevant matters, in accordance with Council policies • Maintenance and review of statistical and financial records • Support the library management team/line manager in the implementation of work programmes and initiatives in delivering national and local library strategies and as required by the Council’s objectives and operational plans • Any other duties that may be assigned as part of the overall functioning of the Library Department 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 him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. PARTICULARS OF OFFICE TYPE OF POST To form a panel from which Permanent, Fixed Term, Specific Purpose and where applicable Acting-Up contract posts may be filled during the lifetime of the panel. SALARY The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The holder of the office shall pay to Kilkenny County Council any fees or other monies (other than inclusive salary) payable to and received by him/her by virtue of his/her office or in respect of services which he/she is required by or under any enactment to perform. In accordance with EL02/2011 persons who are not serving Local Authority employees must be placed on the minimum of the scale. Where a person being appointed is a serving Local Authority employee normal starting pay rules will apply. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with government policy. The current salary scale for the position is €36,113 minimum of the scale to €55,460 maximum of the scale inclusive of LSI’s. CITIZENSHIP Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or (b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or (c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or (e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa; or (f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident SUPERANNUATION CONTRIBUTION Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 New members joining the public sector on or after 1st January 2013 will be required to join the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. It applies to all first-time entrants to the Public Service as well as former public servants returning to the public sector after a break of more than 26 weeks. Your contributions will be made up of 3% of your gross pensionable remuneration and 3.5% of your net pensionable remuneration (your gross pensionable remuneration less twice the value of the Contributory State Pension). Your normal retirement age under this scheme is the same age at which you can claim the Contributory State Pension. The minimum age for receipt of this pension is Age 66. There is a compulsory retirement age of 70 years. Persons who commenced in Public Service Employment after 6th April 1995 and prior to 1st January 2013 Persons who became pensionable employees after 6th April 1995 and prior to 1st January 2013, without a break in employment, will join the Local Government (Superannuation) (Consolidation) Scheme 1998. Contributions are payable at the rate of 1.5% of your basic salary, 3.5% of basic salary less twice the value of the Contributory State Pension and a further 1.5% is payable for spouse and children’s contributions. ‘Non-New Entrants’ have a minimum retirement age of 60 and a compulsory retirement age of 70. ‘New Entrants’ have a minimum retirement age of 65 with no compulsory retirement age. Persons who commenced in Public Service Employment before 6th April 1995 Their minimum retirement age is 60 and they have a compulsory retirement age of 70. Contributions are 5% of basic salary and 1.5% of basic salary towards Widow’s & Orphan’s or Spouse & Children’s Scheme. PENSION ABATEMENT If the appointee was previously employed in the Civil Service or in the Public Service please note that the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 (Section 52) includes a provision which extends abatement of pension for all Civil and Public Servants who are re-employed where a Public Service Pension is in payment. This provision to apply abatement across the wider public service came into effect on 1 November 2012. This may have pension implications for any person appointed to this position that is currently in receipt of a Civil or Public Service pension or has a preserved Civil or Public Service pension which will come into payment during his/her employment in this position. Prior to appointment, successful applicants will be obliged to complete a declaration in relation to previous Public Service pensionable employment. PENSION ACCRUAL A 40-year limit on total service that can be counted towards pension where a person has been a member of more than one pre-existing public service pension scheme shall apply. PROBATION The following provisions shall apply: • There shall be a period after such appointments take effect during which such persons shall hold such office on probation • Such period shall be one year but the Chief Executive may at his/her discretion extend such period • Such persons shall cease to hold such employment at end of the period of probation unless during such period the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL QUESTIONNAIRE / EXAMINATION For the purposes of satisfying the requirement as to health, it will be necessary for each successful applicant, before he/she is appointed, to respond to a medical questionnaire which is submitted to a qualified medical practitioner nominated by Kilkenny County Council. HOURS OF WORK The post is wholetime. The person appointed will be required to work a 35-hour week which equates to a 7-hour day. Five days over a six-day period at any time from Monday to Saturday, including evenings every week. The post entails a wide range of duties which require maximum flexibility, involving regular evening and weekend attendance where necessary. The person appointed may be required to work outside of normal hours on occasion. Hours may be subject to change as required. The holder of the office may be based in any of the branch libraries or in Library HQ and will be expected to travel to and work in other library service points as required. ANNUAL LEAVE Annual leave entitlement for this position is 30 days per annum in accordance with Department of Environment, Community & Local Government Circular LG(P) 07/2011. TRAVEL The holder of the post must hold a full driving licence for Class B vehicles free from endorsement or disqualification and shall 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. It is Kilkenny County Council policy that all staff using their private cars for work purposes, regardless of the frequency should: • Indemnify Kilkenny County Council on their personal insurance policy • Note business class on their personal policy • Ensure that the vehicle is fit to be on the public road When applicable for specific roles, travelling and subsistence expenses necessarily incurred in the course of official duties will be refunded in accordance with appropriate rates. If during your employment your licence is revoked, even temporarily, or if you receive endorsements on your licence which may affect your duties, you are obliged to notify the Council immediately. LOCATION The holder of the office may be based in any of the branch libraries or in Library HQ and will be expected to travel to and work in other library service points as required. SAFETY, HEALTH & WELFARE The holder of the post shall comply with Kilkenny County Council’s Safety Management System and make proper use of all safety clothing and equipment. Failure to comply may result in disciplinary action. TRAINING It is a condition of employment that successful applicants will be required to participate in training programmes relevant to the skills necessary for the performance of the duties attaching to the post. POLICIES & PROCEDURES The post-holder will be expected to abide and adhere to the policies & procedures applicable to Kilkenny County Council. SELECTION PROCESS The selection process may include: • Submission of completed applications and required supporting documents • Eligibility and shortlisting of applicants on the basis of information submitted • A competency-based interview which may be conducted face to face or remotely • Panel formation STAGE – SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS Applicants should complete the Application Form online via the advert link or through the www.kilkennycoco.ie link. Applicants are required to submit their applications electronically, along with the required documentation. Applicants should retain a copy of their Application Form for their own personal reference. Once fully completed applications supported by the prescribed evidentiary proof of meeting minimum qualifications and eligibility requirements are submitted, this information cannot be amended. When completing the employment history section on the Application Form please ensure all periods of employment and unemployment are recorded and accounted for. The submission of photo identification is an essential requirement and can include one of the following forms of ID only: Passport, Drivers Licence, Public Service Card or Safe Pass. STAGE – ELIGIBILITY & SHORTLISTING OF APPLICATIONS Kilkenny County Council will conduct a preliminary verification of eligibility of applicants. This will comprise both the minimum requirements as outlined and the mandatory documentation specified for the competition. The decision of Kilkenny County Council as to the applicant meeting the eligibility criteria is final. Kilkenny County Council may decide, due to the number of applicants, to carry out a shortlisting procedure. This may involve a desktop analysis of applications and/or a shortlisting interview. Shortlisting may be based on eligibility criteria, qualifications, relevant experience, competencies and other relevant information submitted on the Application Form. Kilkenny County Council reserves its right to shortlist applicants in the manner it deems most appropriate.
Process Engineer
Process Engineer Kilkenny Cheese Ltd Role Summary Kilkenny Cheese is a joint venture between Tirlan and Dutch family business Royal A-ware, a 130-year-old company with strong positions in EU and global markets. The facility has started up in 2024 as a greenfield site at Belview, Co Kilkenny. Rooted in our rich heritage of family farming and embedded in our communities, Tirlan has evolved to bring the passion of our farmers and their high-quality ingredients to the international marketplace. Using modern-day technology and applying the best processes to our milk pool of three billion litres, we now export innovative products and tailored ingredients solutions to be enjoyed in more than 100 countries. Royal A-ware is a traditional Dutch family business with a passion for food and with a strong entrepreneurial attitude. Demand-led, we offer our clients tailored products and services. In recent years investments have been made in the development and management of own supply chains resulting in independence, efficiency, and flexibility. We are specialized in producing, ripening, cutting, and packaging cheese, and also produce and package cream and fresh dairy products. Based in Belview in South Kilkenny, the role reports to Operations Manager. This role is responsible for the optimisation of plant performance. The Process Engineer will be assigned ownership for a particular aspect of the Manufacturing Process initially but will expand the role to cover the full process. Through ongoing development and improvements in plant process and automated systems the Process Engineer will support the Plant Operations teams in the delivery of Plan. Responsibilities Apply with an up to date CV
Operational Capability Specialist
Operational Capability Specialist Kilkenny Cheese Ltd Role Summary Kilkenny Cheese is a joint venture between Tirlan and Dutch family business Royal A-ware, a 130-year-old company with strong positions in EU and global markets. The facility has started up in 2024 as a greenfield site at Belview, Co Kilkenny. Rooted in our rich heritage of family farming and embedded in our communities, Tirlan has evolved to bring the passion of our farmers and their high-quality ingredients to the international marketplace. Using modern-day technology and applying the best processes to our milk pool of three billion litres, we now export innovative products and tailored ingredients solutions to be enjoyed in more than 100 countries. Royal A-ware is a traditional Dutch family business with a passion for food and with a strong entrepreneurial attitude. Demand-led, we offer our clients tailored products and services. In recent years investments have been made in the development and management of own supply chains resulting in independence, efficiency, and flexibility. We are specialized in producing, ripening, cutting, and packaging cheese, and also produce and package cream and fresh dairy products. Based in Belview in South Kilkenny, the role reports to the Operations Manager. The Operational Capability Specialist plays a key role in planning, delivering, and managing learning and development activities across the organisation. This includes training administration, LMS oversight, compliance monitoring, and supporting continuous improvement. A key focus of this role is ensuring adherence to Standardised Work, updating SOPS and maintaining compliance, and embedding high‑quality training practices that support operational excellence. Responsibilities Send an up to date CV to apply
Employee Relations Manager
The Role of the Employee Relations Manager (AP), within their respective region, will include: Providing assistance, advice, and representation on all Industrial Relations (IR) and related issues within a Region at the earliest possible opportunity, including carrying out direct local negotiations. Assisting in negotiating agreements, resolving employment issues, and implementing policies. Representing the Organisation at the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC), Conciliation, Adjudication, and the Labour Court, and at Mediation, Adjudication, and Arbitration under the Civil Service C&A Scheme on all issues unresolved through direct local negotiations. Maintaining and constantly updating a sound working knowledge of employment legislation, legal aspects of practice, and the complete range of terms and conditions applicable to employees. Developing a positive working relationship with associations and unions. Contributing to strategic direction as part of the senior management team, including identifying IR priorities. Engagement with the other functional areas, as well as relevant Business Owners across the Organisation, including engagement on national issues. Actively contributing to the development of the business plans, policies, and risk registers of the division and the Organisation. Providing support and reporting to the Head of Industrial Relations. Please note that the above list of responsibilities is not exhaustive and is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties the successful applicant will be required to undertake. The role of the Employee Relations Manager is key to improving employee relations throughout the Organisation. They will work directly with employee relations issues as they arise, maintaining positive industrial relations within their respective regions. The successful candidate will require the following: Demonstrable experience of having worked in an industrial relations role, preferably within the public sector. Demonstrable experience of representing their employer in the industrial relations machinery of the state (WRC adjudication, WRC conciliation services, Labour Court). Have a minimum of four (4) years’ experience in the field. Excellent knowledge of employment law issues. Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work in a diplomatic, tactful, and discreet manner while dealing with confidential and sensitive information. Excellent written and presentation skills. Ability to work on own initiative at a regional and local level, while also maintaining effective channels of communication with Garda Headquarters. Ability to travel nationally to execute the full requirements of the role. Person Specification Essential Professional Qualifications, Experience, Requirements: Candidates, by the closing date, must have: A Third-level qualification. 4 years’ experience in a Human Resource Management/Industrial Relations environment. Significant experience with IR Machinery of the State (i.e. WRC, Labour Court, C&A Scheme). Experience in providing support and guidance on employment law, policies, and compliance. A full, clean driving licence with no endorsements and access to a vehicle to undertake the full duties of the role. This requirement must be maintained at the job offer stage. Desirable Requirements, Skills: 4 years’ experience in an Industrial Relations/HR advisory role within a Public Services environment. A Legal qualification. Mediation Institute of Ireland (MII) Accreditation. Key Skills/Competencies for effective performance as an Employee Relations Manager (Assistant Principal) Leadership Actively contributes to the development of the strategies and policies of the Department/Organisation. Brings a focus and drive to building and sustaining high levels of performance, addressing any performance issues as they arise. Leads and maximises the contribution of the team as a whole. Considers the effectiveness of outcomes in terms wider than own immediate area. Clearly defines objectives/goals and delegates effectively, encouraging ownership and responsibility for tasks. Develops capability of others through feedback, coaching, and creating opportunities for skills development. Identifies and takes opportunities to exploit new and innovative service delivery channels. Judgement, Analysis & Decision Making Researches issues thoroughly, consulting appropriately to gather all information needed on an issue. Understands complex issues quickly, accurately absorbing and evaluating data (including numerical data). Integrates diverse strands of information, identifying inter-relationships and linkages. Uses judgement to make clear, timely, and well-grounded decisions on important issues. Considers the wider implications, agendas, and sensitivities within decisions and the impact on a range of stakeholders. Takes a firm position on issues they consider important. Management & Delivery of Results Takes responsibility for challenging tasks and delivers on time and to a high standard. Plans and prioritises work in terms of importance, timescales, and other resource constraints, re-prioritising in light of changing circumstances. Ensures quality and efficient customer service is central to the work of the division. Looks critically at issues to see how things can be done better. Is open to new ideas, initiatives, and creative solutions to problems. Ensures controls and performance measures are in place to deliver efficient and high value services. Effectively manages multiple projects. Interpersonal & Communication Skills Presents information in a confident, logical, and convincing manner, verbally and in writing. Encourages open and constructive discussions around work issues. Promotes teamwork within the section, but also works effectively on projects across Departments/Sectors. Maintains poise and control when working to influence others. Instills a strong focus on Customer Service in their area. Develops and maintains a network of contacts to facilitate problem solving or information sharing. Engages effectively with a range of stakeholders, including members of the public, Public Service colleagues, and the political system. Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self Development Has a clear understanding of the roles, objectives, and targets of self and the team and how they fit into the work of the unit and Department/Organisation. Has a breadth and depth of knowledge of Department and Governmental issues and is sensitive to wider political and organisational priorities. Is considered an expert by stakeholders in own field/area. Is focused on self-development, seeking feedback and opportunities for growth to help carry out the specific requirements of the role. Drive & Commitment to Public Service Values Is self-motivated and shows a desire to continuously perform at a high level. Is personally honest and trustworthy and can be relied upon. Ensures the citizen is at the heart of all services provided. Through leading by example, fosters the highest standards of ethics and integrity. Eligibility to apply and certain restrictions on eligibility 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 4* or a Stamp 5 permission. 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. It is the candidate’s responsibility to maintain eligibility. Collective Agreement: Redundancy Payments to Public Servants The Department of Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation 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, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation 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. Department of Health and Children Circular (7/2010) The Department of Health Circular 7/2010 dated 1 November 2010 introduced a Targeted Voluntary Early Retirement (VER) Scheme and Voluntary Redundancy Schemes (VRS). It is a condition of the VER scheme that persons availing of the scheme will not be eligible for re-employment in the public health sector or in the wider Public Service or in a body wholly or mainly funded from public moneys. The same prohibition on re-employment applies under the VRS, except that the prohibition is for a period of 7 years. People who availed of the VER scheme are not eligible to apply in this competition. People who availed of the VRS scheme and who may be successful in this competition will have to prove their eligibility (expiry of period of non-eligibility). Department of Environment, Community & Local Government (Circular Letter LG(P) 06/2013) The Department of Environment, Community & Local Government Circular Letter LG(P) 06/2013 introduced a Voluntary Redundancy Scheme for Local Authorities. In accordance with the terms of the Collective Agreement: Redundancy Payments to Public Servants dated 28 June 2012, as detailed above, it is a specific condition of that VER Scheme that persons will not be eligible for re-employment in any Public Service body (as defined by the Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Acts 2009–2011 and the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012) for a period of 2 years from their date of departure under this Scheme. These conditions also apply in the case of engagement/employment on a contract for service basis (either as a contractor or as an employee of a contractor). Declaration Applicants will be required to declare whether they have previously availed of a Public Service scheme of incentivised early retirement. Applicants will also be required to declare any entitlements to a Public Service pension benefit (in payment or preserved) from any other Public Service employment and/or where they have received a payment-in-lieu in respect of service in any Public Service employment. Employer of Choice As an Employer of Choice, An Garda Síochána has many flexible and family friendly policies, e.g. Worksharing, Shorter Working Year, Remote Working (operated on a ‘blended’ basis), etc. All elective policies can be applied for in accordance with the relevant statutory provisions and are subject to the business needs of the organisation. General The appointment is to a permanent post in An Garda Síochána and is subject to the Policing, Security and Community Safety Act 2024, the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004, and any other Act for the time being in force relating to An Garda Síochána. Please note appointments from within An Garda Síochána for staff employed pre-commencement of the Policing, Security & Community Safety Act will be to a Civil Service grade with Civil Service terms and conditions, insofar as applicable. Salary Scale The Assistant Principal Officer's salary scale will apply to this position. The PPC (Personal Pension Contribution) salary scale (annually) for this position, with effect from 1st February 2026, is as follows: Assistant Principal Officer Salary Scale €82,290 - €85,320 - €88,393 - €91,475 - €94,553 - €96,329 - €99,433¹ - €102,550² Long Service increment (LSI 1) may be payable following 3 years’ satisfactory service at the maximum of scale.¹ Long Service increment (LSI 2) may be payable following 6 years’ satisfactory service at the maximum of scale.² Personal Pension Contribution The PPC pay rate applies when the individual is required to pay a Personal Pension Contribution (otherwise known as a main scheme contribution) in accordance with the rules of their main/personal superannuation scheme. This is different to a contribution in respect of membership of a Spouses’ and Children’s scheme, or the Additional Superannuation Contributions (ASC). A different rate will apply where the appointee is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution. Candidates should note that entry will be at the minimum of the scale and will not be subject to negotiation, and the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Increments may be awarded annually, subject to satisfactory performance.
Horticulture Apprentice
Richard Upton Landscapes Ltd which is over 20 years in business, is a member of the Association of Landscape Contractors of Ireland and is Teagasc registered. The company is owner run by Richard Upton who has over 30 years experience in the Industry and a Diploma in Horticulture with Distinction. The company carries out a wide variety of Landscaping and Grounds Maintenance Services throughout Waterford and the South East of Ireland and is currently looking to recruit a suitable enthusiastic person with a genuine interest in Horticulture who is willing to learn and progress themselves within the Landscaping and Grounds Maintenance Industry in the long term. All suitable/interested candidates should forward their CV and any relevant details of previous work experience either within Landscaping/Horticulture Sector or other similar industries and any other relevant qualifications/training along with their contact phone number and email address to richarduptonlandscapes@gmail.com. Ideal candidate should have their own transport.
