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Salary: £25,992 – £30,559 per annum Main Duties & Responsibilities To provide expert technical support and assistance to teaching staff and students and develop and maintain all technical aspects within Motor Vehicle department. Set up, before & during • Preparations of classroom area, resources, materials, equipment and/or tools before classes arrive to carry out practical activities. • Operate and train staff in the use of complex resources, materials, equipment and/or tools using safe working practices. • Demonstration, using expert knowledge, of techniques, resources, materials, equipment and/or tools to students under Lecturers supervision. Supervision of these whilst operated/used by students • Supervising correct usage of resources, materials and/or tools by Lecturers and Students. • Assisting Lecturers during practical sessions and ensuring that students use safe working practices. • Assisting Lecturers with exhibitions and displays of student work, staff research work and visiting exhibitions and displays. • Co-coordinating the loan of resources, materials, equipment and/or tools as required by students for teaching and/or project work and ensuring the correct safeguards are in place for the return of these. • Assisting students with experimental and project work in the use of resources, materials, equipment and/or tools • Advise on Health and Safety issues in relation to the use of resources, equipment, tools and/or machinery Clear Up • Accounting for resources, materials, equipment and/or tools at the end of practical sessions. • Maintaining optimum standards within the learning space complying with Health and Safety and Hygiene Regulations • Dismantle and storage of relevant materials, equipment and/or tools at the end of practical sessions. • Disposing of used material in a safe and approved manner • Regular cleaning of resources, materials, equipment, and/or tools Maintenance, repair, service, & H&S • Assessing the condition of resources, materials, equipment and/or tools with regard to health and safety before further issue. • Regular repair of resources, materials, equipment and/or tools if required. • Routine testing, maintenance and service of resources, materials, equipment and/or tools to ensure they are in high quality working order and comply with Health and Safety and Hygiene Regulations. • Creation of Manuals detailing clear operating instructions for tools and/or machinery. Stock Control, storage, ordering • Maintaining adequate stock levels and records within the curriculum area. • Responsible for sourcing and purchasing new equipment and stock in the most efficient and cost-effective manner possible. • Liaising with industry representatives regarding stock • Implementation of a stock control and cataloguing process using an IT database. • Receiving, checking and ensuring correct storage of stock • Ensuring relevant stock take is undertaken • Rotation and stock control of dry and perishable goods where appropriate Development • Help Identify new technical requirements for the curriculum in conjunction with the course coordinators and Curriculum Managers. • Assisting Lecturing staff in the development and manufacture of teaching aids and models only in relation to the use of resources, materials, equipment and/or tools. • Consultation with companies on Project or contract work to be carried out and advising lecturers on this work and costs. General • Cash handling and completion of relevant documentation where applicable • Assisting teaching staff with the set up and clearance for exhibitions, competitions and other displays • Support all staff in ensuring the general safety of students Duties may change as the College develops, therefore the person appointed will be expected to be flexible in relation to duties performed, subject to consultation. Location may be changed subject to the requirements of the College. Qualifications • A minimum of a level 3 NVQ in light vehicle/ heavy vehicle or a related equivalent qualification. • GCSE English Language & Mathematics at grade A - C or equivalent qualification. (Where this cannot be evidenced, candidates will be required to undertake an assessment prior to interview to confirm equivalence) Experience • At least three years’ post apprenticeship in a relevant sector Skills • Wide range of skills in workshop maintenance as well as proven ability to operate a range of workshop equipment. Other requirements • Access to suitable transport for business purposes to effectively discharge the duties of this post. Essential Competencies Working with Others • Develops and maintains good working relationships. • Actively engages enthusiastically and works well with others (employees/stakeholders/students), communicating clearly, accurately and with honesty. • Appreciates the impact of their actions on others and is professional, punctual and respectful, applying good judgement and rationale to actions and decisions Results Focused • Is conscientious, focused and organises time and self effectively to achieve all goals/objectives. Approaches work enthusiastically, with energy and pride wanting to continually produce high quality work and results. • Proactively seeks to understand expectations and delivers beyond minimum requirements, aiming for continuous improvement by using innovative and creative ways of doing things. Attention to detail focused and accurate, prioritises tasks by necessity rather than those which are familiar or enjoyable. Personal Determination • Consistently delivers. Takes responsibility and accountability for actions and actively attempts to resolve issues or makes sound judgements whether to escalate to an appropriate person, if required. • Maintains a positive attitude towards self and others. • Doesn't blame others for work not completed. Able to prioritise even when under pressure. Seeks support when required. Adapts to and works effectively with a variety of situations, individuals and teams. Remains calm in pressurised situations by minimising emotion and planning workload successfully Innovative Thinking • Open to new ideas and methods. Understands and positively embraces change and new challenges to grow and improve the college. Proactively seeks alternative ways of getting a job done to keep up with the needs of the College and changes in technology. • Quickly adapts to new ways of operating. Identifies and initiates changes in systems/processes. Learns from experience and mistakes. Values Equality & Diversity • Treats everyone with dignity and respect, and is never offensive to others • Accepts that people are different with other perspectives and are tolerant and understanding of other people’s views and opinions • Does not discriminate or treat anyone inappropriately.
Campus Service Assistant
Northern Regional College is the main provider of further education across four of the 11 council areas in Northern Ireland. The College offers a comprehensive range of qualifications and apprenticeships, as well as providing a range of business services to support the business community. The Campus Assistant provides an efficient and effective front-line service. Providing knowledge on part-time/full-time courses, helping to meet enrolment targets and adding to the student experience. The role will also include working in our campus Study Centre on occasions.
Lecturer Engineering
We have an exciting opportunity available for an innovative, resourceful Lecturer in Manufacturing Engineering to join the Advanced Technologies department at the Ballymena Campus. For this position you should be committed with an encouraging and approachable attitude to ensure you maximise the potential of every learner providing a positive and value driven experience. You should have a passionate and pro-active approach in delivering teaching excellence. The College offers attractive terms of employment to include a salary commensurate with the role, generous annual leave entitlement, employer pension contribution and provides opportunities for personal development.
Engineering Technician
Northern Regional College is the main provider of further education across four of the 11 council areas in Northern Ireland. The College offers a comprehensive range of qualifications and apprenticeships, as well as providing a range of business services to support the business community. As a Mechanical Workshop Technician with our College, you will play a key role in providing technical support and assistance to teaching staff and students, ensuring we provide students with a life-changing, supportive and innovative experience; equipping them with the skills to compete successfully in the global work place and meet the needs of local industry and employers.
Work Based Learning Assessor Early Years
Northern Regional College is the main provider of further education across four of the 11 council areas in Northern Ireland. The College offers a comprehensive range of qualifications and apprenticeships, as well as providing a range of business services to support the business community. As a Work Based Assessor you will establish and maintain good working relationships with our students. You will be responsible for supporting students and liaising with employers to ensure we provide students with a life-changing, supportive and innovative experience; equipping them with the skills to compete successfully in the global workplace and meet the needs of local industry and employers. To be successful in the role you will have previous experience in a role with responsibility for assessing and providing support for full and part time students in line with awarding body guidelines.
Clinical Nurse Manager
JOB OPPORTUNITY Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2024. Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking a highly-motivated Clinical Nurse Manager 2 (CNM2) to join our team in the Children’s Disability Network Team 3. Contract Type: Permanent Contract Hours: 18.75 hours per week Salary Scale: €54,209 - €64,461 pro rata per annum. Salary scales are subject to LSI’s (Long Service Increments) Annual Leave Entitlement: 34/35/37 days commensurate with experience pro rata per annum This pay scale is subject to increases in 2025 in accordance with the recent WRC agreement towards enhanced pay adjustments in Section 39 organisations. Overview of the Post To work as a Clinical Nurse Manager 2 (CNM2) as a member of the Children’s Disability Network team in Network 3, providing a quality, evidence based service to children and young people 0 – 18 years within an interdisciplinary framework and family centred practice and to support other staff and students as assigned. The aim of this programme is to provide a unified national approach to delivering disability health services so that each child has a clear pathway to the services they need, regardless of where they live, what school they attend or the nature of their disability or delay. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities - Provide direct Clinical Nurse Manager 2 (CNM2) services to a defined caseload with Children’s Disability Network services in Kilkenny, both individually and in groups. - Work effectively within an interdisciplinary team structure within the PDS framework. - Develop and collate professional reports as required in accordance with high professional standards. - To consult in family meetings, strategy meetings and case reviews as required. To ensure effective maintenance of client records in line with Freedom of Information Act, Data Protection Act, Enable Ireland national and local policy guidelines and best practice, thus ensuring Duty of Care responsibilities are met. - Timely updating of statistical records, including use of electronic databases. - Promote and foster an understanding of the role and contribution of Social Work by providing professional consultation, education, guidance and support to others as appropriate. - To participate in the development and delivery of appropriate training and group work opportunities for service users, families, staff and external groups, such as Sibshop Workshops, parent support groups etc. - Ensure ongoing personal professional development including participation in Lead agency in-service training / Personal Development Plan and PDS training. - Participate and be a lead clinician as appropriate in review meetings, case conferences etc. - Provide safe, comprehensive nursing care to service users according to the Code of Professional Conduct as laid down by the Bord Altranais agus Cnaimhseachais na hEireann (Nursing Midwifery Board Ireland) and Professional Clinical Guidelines. - Practice nursing according to: Professional Clinical Guidelines. o Local policies, protocols and guidelines. o Current legislation. - Ensure that service users and others are treated with dignity and respect. - Maintain nursing records in accordance with local service and professional standards. -Adhere to and contribute to the development and maintenance of nursing standards, protocols, and guidelines consistent with the highest standards of patient care. - Evaluate and manage the implementation of best practice policy and procedures e.g. admission and discharge procedures, control and usage of stocks and equipment, grievance and disciplinary procedures. - Maintain professional standards in relation to confidentiality, ethics and legislation. - In consultation with CNM3 and other disciplines, implement and assess quality management programmes. - Participate in clinical audit as required. - Initiate and participate in research studies as appropriate. - Devise and implement Health Promotion Programmes for service users as relevant to the cost. - Operate within the scope of practice - seek advice and assistance from his/ her manager with any cases or issues that prove to be beyond the scope of his/ her professional competence in line with principles of best practice and clinical governance. - Adequately identifies, assesses, manages and monitors risk within their area of responsibility. - Assist in observing and ensuring implementation and adherence to established policies and procedures e.g. health and safety, infection control, storage and use of controlled drugs. - Participate in or undertake research as required and agreed with CDNM. To maintain the person’s and family's right to a relationship of mutual trust, privacy, confidentiality and responsible use of information. - Demonstrate the ability to build capacity of individuals and families to navigate health and welfare systems and access information. - Work with the policy and procedural guidelines of Lead agency ensuring that you remain up to date with changing policy directives. - Engage in Professional Development and Performance Review. - Actively participate in ongoing clinical supervision. - Support of graduate Nursing placements as requested and delegated to do so. - Direct their own personal professional development by ensuring that they maintain and develop their professional skill and knowledge. - Maintains a disciplined and professional level of performance under sustained or situational pressure. - Provide a service in varied locations in line with local policy / guidelines and within appropriate time allocation (e.g. clinic, home visits). - Develop and promote professional standards of practice. - Work within own scope of professional competence in line with principles of best practice, professional conduct and clinical governance. - Provide clinical supervision as indicated and agreed with CDNM. Planning and Organising of Activities and Resources - Plans and organises activities and necessary resources efficiently and effectively. - Understands the importance of time management for themselves and in particular how this translates to organising their assigned caseload. - Demonstrates the ability to arrange and schedule activities. - Deals with unexpected scenarios with persistence and flexibility to ensure the achievement of goals. - Maintains a disciplined and professional level of performance under sustained or situational pressure. Professional Development and Standards in the Service - To promote and deliver supports within the ethos and philosophy of Enable Ireland and within the principles of Progressing Disability Services for Children and Young People. This includes working as a member of an interdisciplinary team providing family centred services in line with agreed national and legislative policies. - Demonstrates sufficient clinical skills in assessment, intervention and diagnostics to meet the specific needs of the relevant caseload. - Is adequately aware of policy, legislative and professional requirements to ensure appropriate standards in their area of responsibility. - Contribute to the ongoing development and implementation of Enable Ireland quality assurance initiatives. - Ensure that service user’s records, progress reports and staff records are kept up to date in line with agreed Children’s Disability Network Team policy. - Ensures strict compliance with health and safety standards and adheres to operational guidelines ensuring equipment is checked and working correctly in accordance with safety standards. - Engage in continuing professional development by keeping up to date with nursing literature, recent nursing research and new developments in nursing management, education and practice and to attend staff study days as considered appropriate. - Be familiar with the curriculum training programme for student nurses and be aware of the clinical experience required to meet the needs of the programme. - Participate in the identification, development and delivery of induction, education, training and development programmes for nursing and non-nursing staff. Judgement & Evaluation - Holds an appropriate and effective set of professional values and beliefs and behaves in line with professional standards as set down by Enable Ireland and relevant professional bodies. - Makes decisions in a well-judged and timely manner bringing all relevant information to bear. - Uses logical analysis to break complex problems into their component parts. - Promotes and consistently supports the demonstration and development of evidence based service delivery. Service Delivery & Initiative - Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills to make a credible contribution to the service. - Collaborates with the service user while working in partnership with the service user’s parent/family/carer and all other relevant stakeholders to identify and achieve goals. - Strives to achieve quality results at all levels of the service in line with the European Foundation for Quality Management (EFQM) as set by Enable Ireland. - Takes initiatives to move the service forward and shows a willingness to try out new ideas under supervision that add service delivery value. - Is committed to achieving evidence based goals and the continuous improvement of the service. - Shows enthusiasm and a high level of motivation in completing projects. - Support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. Building and Maintaining Working Relationships - Forms strong positive working relationships across all areas of the service, builds on a common understanding. - Demonstrates a supportive and reciprocating work style including strong empathy with service users. - Communicates effectively with parents of children attending the service to provide a children and family centred service. - Works appropriately with all stakeholders. Team Working - Attend and participate in relevant meetings including Individual Family Support Planning and case conference meetings and team meetings as required. - Works in collaboration with the other members of the interdisciplinary team in the planning and delivery of services for children, including the development and implementation of the Individual Family Support Plan. - Participate in training and developmental opportunities as identified and agreed. - Support and contribute to research initiatives as required. - Understands the concept of interdisciplinary team working and complexity of working in teams. The successful candidate will have: Essential Criteria: (a) Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: (i) A recognised validated University Degree or an equivalent qualification in Intellectual Disability/ General or Children’s nursing. (ii) Are registered in the relevant division of the Register of Nurses & Midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland [NMBI] (Bord Altranais agus Cnaimhseachais na hEireann) or entitled to be so registered. and (iii) Have at least 5 years post registration experience (or an aggregate of 5 years full-time post registration experience) of which 2 years must be in the area of children's disability. and (iv) Have the clinical, managerial and administrative capacity to properly discharge the functions of the role. and (v) Candidates must demonstrate evidence of continuous professional development. and (a) Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability including a high standard of suitability and clinical, managerial and administrative capacity to properly discharge the functions of the role. Annual Registration On appointment, practitioners must maintain live annual registration on the relevant division of the Register of Nurses and Midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (Bord Altranais agus Cnaimhseachais na hEireann). and Confirm annual registration with NMBI to Enable Ireland Applicants must be eligible to work in the state and available to commence immediately. Desirable Criteria: I. RNID qualified. II. Good knowledge of child protection & child development. III. Experience in conducting Assessment of Need Assessments. IV. Experience of working in a community based setting. V. Experience of working with children with disabilities. If you feel you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including:- · Excellent internal and external training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · Flexible Working · Long service reward scheme · Pay adjusted Maternity Leave · Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave · Pay adjusted Paternity Leave · Wellbeing benefits · Pension For a full list of our benefits & conditions, please click here: What now? To apply, please download the Job Description and Person Specification for your information and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. Closing date for applications: Monday 13th October 2025 A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months. · The post will be subject to reference checks and may be subject to Garda vetting/police clearance, as relevant. · Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. · Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community. · The above information serves only as a guide to the advertised position. Enable Ireland, at its discretion, reserves the right to change this prior to appointment. · Please review Enable Ireland’s Rezoomo Privacy Policy here: https://enableireland.ie/resources/publications/rezoomo-privacy-policy · Please review the Enable Ireland’s External Data Protection Notice available at https://www.enableireland.ie/privacy-policy for details on how Enable Ireland processes applicant’s personal information. Please note if you are invited for interview, we will share your personal data with: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy
Procurement Advisor
Main Purpose This is a key role in the NIFRS finance team. The post-holder will support the Procurement and Contracts Manager in delivering an efficient and effective procurement & contract management service that ensures NIFRS has access to procure the goods and services required to support the needs of the communities we serve. This is a wide and varied role and the post holder will be responsible for supporting the function through provision of advice and guidance as well as transactional processing and quality assurance of procurement and contract management activity. The post holder will contribute as an integral member of the Finance team to the provision of a modern, professional and responsive financial service to support the purpose, outcomes and values of NIFRS outlined in the diagram below. Summary of Responsibilities Procurement & Contract Management To support the Procurement and Contracts Manager in the provision of an efficient and effective Procurement and Contract management service. To comply with, and support, the NIFRS Procurement Strategy and provide advice to internal stakeholders on all procurement matters including tendering, quotations, contract management and procurement legislation. To support and deliver the day to day procurement and contract management functions and maintain relationships with NIFRS Centres of Procurement Expertise (CoPE) Business Services Organisation (BSO) Procurement and Logistics Service (PaLS) and Central Procurement Directorate (CPD). To liaise with the relevant CoPE organisations regarding procurements to ensure effective planning and management of tenders. To assist in Procurement Awareness training as required for internal stakeholders. Complete procurement of goods through compliant routes to deliver Value for Money solutions within the public procurement policy, legal and accountability frameworks. To assist in fulfilling and monitoring Key Performance Indicators for NIFRS Procurement Function to demonstrate positive performance of service. To exercise judgement or discretion within a framework of rule, practice and precedent to identify and select the most appropriate course of action from a range of options within a procurement and contract management setting. Collation, analysis and interpretation of spend information from numerous sources in order to identify efficiencies, procurement and contract improvements. To provide procurement & contract management advice to internal contract managers and day-to-day assistance with the operational management of contracts, including service level agreements (SLA’s). Ensure supplier performance is proactively monitored, contract Management Information is analysed and relevant reports on contractor performance and analytics is documented. Lead, conduct and participate in contract review meetings with NIFRS Contractors/Suppliers. Ensure that all complaints are dealt with promptly and effectively to resolution. To manage all Contract and Procurement queries to ensure timely and informative responses to all stakeholders. To approve orders when required in line with delegated Procurement authority limits following accuracy and validity checking. To assist with the invoice clearing process within the e-procurement system. To approve the addition of goods/services onto the e-procurement system, in accordance with NIFRS policies. To provide the necessary information to facilitate completion of all statutory/regulatory returns and requests for information from the sponsor body. Run regular system reports to monitor Contract and Non Contract Spend and update the Contract Management database to ensure compliance with control limits. Assist the Procure to Pay Team in the approval of requisitions to ensure spend is compliant. To provide final quality assurance of Procure to Pay procurement-related transactional processing. Governance, Data & Information Assurance To assist with the effective implementation of an assurance & accountability framework for procurement activities. Maintain a sound knowledge and understanding of relevant Legislation, Procurement Guidance Notices, policies and processes applicable to NIFRS and extend knowledge to procurement staff via research and dissemination of relevant material. To advise internal stakeholders on the NIFRS procurement strategy, policy and procedures that reflect compliance with NI Executive Direction and Procurement best practice. Responsibility for handling sensitive personal data and ensuring that the requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) are met. Maintaining the records management framework of procurement records including electronic and manual retention and disposal in line with GDPR and Record Retention Policies. Assist the Procurement and Contracts Manager in ensuring the accurate and timely provision of financial information for external release, as requested under Freedom of Information, Assembly Questions and by Legal Representatives and Statutory Bodies. Assist the Procurement and Contracts Manager in preparing documentation for internal and external audit, Freedom of Information requests, Assembly Questions and other external parties where appropriate, ensuring the accurate and timely provision of information as requested. Ensure the accurate and timely provision of procurement information as requested by other Departments by review and quality assurance. Recording and reporting of fraud or potential fraud in line with Policy to ensure compliance with National Fraud Initiative. To maintain and enhance corporate governance, by ensuring high standards of financial administration, probity and control. Systems and Service Improvement Assist the Procure to Pay Team in the administration and maintenance of new and existing Contracts within the e-procurement system in line with NIFRS Policies. Assist in ensuring that systems are functioning correctly and where necessary identify issues and liaise internally or externally as required to resolve. Support the development of innovative and effective systems and procedures to achieve continuous improvement, customer journey improvements and improved reporting suite and lead on implementation where appropriate. Engage proactively in the NIFRS Service Improvement Programme by assisting on the modernisation of procurement and contract management systems and processes; supporting the migration into new systems and processes which will include taking ownership of some operational change implementation. People Management Maintain good working relationships with team members as well as within the wider finance department and organisation. Provide and participate in the training of existing and new staff on all relevant legislation, policies, processes and procedures and the general running of the office. Assist the Accounts Team Manager in supporting the Procure to Pay Administrators to carry out their Procurement tasks. General Responsibilities To prepare appropriate business cases, tenders and quotations, in line with financial and procurement regulations, policies and procedures and corporate timescales. 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. To ensure continued and effective working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders including Senior Management and the Department of Health. To deputise for the Procurement and Contracts Manager as required to ensure resilience as far as practicable. Develop and maintain a knowledge of the Accounts Payable function and relevant guidance to enable provision of support and resilience to the Procure to Pay Administrators when necessary. To undertake the duties in such a way as to enhance and protect the reputation and public profile of NIFRS. To comply with, and enforce, all NIFRS frameworks, policies and procedures, including but not limited to those relating to legal requirements such as equality, health and safety and information governance. To direct and signpost managers and officers to the appropriate source for issues outside the remit of this post. To undertake project work as directed by the Procurement and Contracts Manager using the principles of good project management. To participate as directed in the NIFRS recruitment and selection procedures, in line with NIFRS Code of Practice on Recruitment and Selection. To undertake any other duties which may be assigned to meet organisational need and the change agenda and which are reasonably regarded as within the nature of the duties, responsibilities and grade of the post as defined. Person Specification Knowledge, Skills and Experience Possess a minimum of an HNC or equivalent* qualification in a relevant discipline e.g. finance, business management, governance; AND Have a minimum of two years’** demonstrable experience working in a procurement environment within a large*** organisation. OR Possess at least 5 GCSEs at Grades A* - C / 9 - 4 (or equivalent*) including English Language and Mathematics; AND Have a minimum of four year’s** demonstrable experience working in a procurement environment within a large*** organisation. Can demonstrate: Excellent planning and delivery of high quality work with excellent attention to detail; Excellent management of working relationships skills and the ability to influence management; Experience in the use of Information Technology systems including Microsoft Office Suite, and management information/Finance systems. Demonstrate your knowledge in relation to procurement and the procurement lifecycle to include procurement legislation applicable to Public Sector. Other Requirements Possess a full, current UK driving licence or have access to a form of transport which enables them to fulfil the full requirements of the job.
Head Of Business Support
Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) serves the entire community, a population of 1.9 million in an area of over 5,500 square miles. NIFRS has a proud tradition and history of serving the community with distinction. NIFRS wish to invite applications for the following role: Head of Business Support - Job Ref N194/09/2025 As the Head of Business Support, the post holder will deliver on all business management requirements for the Infrastructure Department as allocated by the Assistant Director / Heads of Department, including the provision of business planning; performance management; risk management; financial management; business improvement; audit, assurance and governance support; and administration team. The post holder will be the NIFRS subject matter expert for the Computer Aided Facilities Management Systems (CAFM), leading on the delivery and management of the system(s), ensuring the system(s) are fit for purpose and supported. They will support the strategic development and delivery of business and project management solutions and be responsible for managing the Administrative Business Support function across the Department; planning and co-ordinating the work to ensure service delivery is met consistently at all times. This is an excellent opportunity for suitably qualified individuals, the role comes with an excellent benefits package including on-site parking, flexible working, generous holidays and gym facilities on-site (see separate benefits package document for further detail). Hours of work; Currently 36¼ hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 5.00 pm. A Flexible Working Hours Scheme is in operation. In view of the level of this appointment, the post holder will be required to work in such a way as to fulfil the obligations of the post. There is currently one permanent post based at based at NIFRS Headquarters, 1 Seymour Street, Lisburn, BT27 4SX. This recruitment and selection process will also be used to fill future vacancies, a reserve list will be created for 12 months should any additional fixed term or permanent vacancies arise (offers of posts will be made in merit order). Salary: The salary scale is PO5. The salary range is currently £47,754 to £50,788 per annum (Under Review). All the information that you need in order to apply is provided in the candidate information pack. However, if you have any queries or require any further information please email: nifrs.recruitment@nifrs.org or telephone 028 9266 4221. Candidates should apply online and the closing date for applications is 12:00 noon on Friday 3 October 2025. We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons, irrespective of age, gender, race, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, dependants, religion or political opinion. NIFRS is currently under represented by women and those from the Roman Catholic Community, applications from these groups are particularly welcome. Appointment will be made solely on merit.
Mechanical Engineering Technician
Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) serves the entire community, a population of 1.9 million in an area of over 5,500 square miles. NIFRS has a proud tradition and history of serving the community with distinction. NIFRS wish to invite applications for the following role: Mechanical Engineering Technician - Job Ref N195/09/2025 Three fixed term posts for a duration of 3 years The Mechanical Engineering Technician (MET) is responsible for the Inspection, diagnostics, planned maintenance, emergency repair, bodywork, Coach building and modification to all vehicles and equipment within the NIFRS fleet of Vehicles and Operational equipment. The MET will be expected to work across differing trade disciplines in carrying out their role. Hours of work; Currently 36¼ hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 4.00pm. A Flexible Working Hours Scheme is in operation. In view of the level of this appointment, the post holder will be required to participate in the Regional Engineering on call Rota which involves working antisocial hours including weekends and late nights in order to support emergency response operations. There is currently three fixed term posts (for a duration of three years). Posts are based at NIFRS Service Support Centre, 99 Boucher Crescent, Belfast, BT12 6HU. This recruitment and selection process will also be used to fill future vacancies, a reserve list will be created for 12 months should any additional permanent or fixed term vacancies arise (offers of posts will be made in merit order). Salary The salary is SO2. The salary range is currently £36,124 - £37,938 per annum (Under Review). All the information that you need in order to apply is provided in the candidate information pack. However, if you have any queries or require any further information please email: nifrs.recruitment@nifrs.org or telephone 028 9266 4221. Candidates should apply online and the closing date for applications is 12:00 noon on Friday 03 October 2025. We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons, irrespective of age, gender, race, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, dependants, religion or political opinion. NIFRS is currently under represented by women and those from the Roman Catholic Community, applications from these groups are particularly welcome. Appointment will be made solely on merit.
Equipment Engineering Technician
Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) serves the entire community, a population of 1.9 million in an area of over 5,500 square miles. NIFRS has a proud tradition and history of serving the community with distinction. NIFRS wish to invite applications for the following role: Equipment Engineering Technicinan - Job Ref N192/09/2025 As an Equipment Engineering Technician (EET) as part of the Fleet Mechanical & Engineering teams within the three regional workshops you will ensure service delivery of all specialist operational equipment and specialist firefighting platforms is met at all times. As an Equipment Engineering Technician’s (EET) you will be responsible for the Inspection, diagnostics, planned maitenance, emergency repair, fabrication of parts and modification to all equipment and operational support systems within the NIFRS fleet of Operational equipment and support systems. The EET will be expected to work across differing trade disciplines in carrying out their role. Hours of work; Currently 36¼ hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8.00 am to 4.00 pm. A Flexible Working Hours Scheme is in operation. In view of the level of this appointment, the post holder will be required to work in such a way as to fulfil the obligations of the post. There is currently two permanent posts based at NIFRS Service Support Centre, 99 Boucher Crescent, Belfast, BT12 6HU. This recruitment and selection process will also be used to fill future vacancies, a reserve list will be created for 12 months should any additional permanent or fixed term vacancies arise (offers of posts will be made in merit order). Salary The salary scale is SO2. The salary range is currently £36,124 - £37,938 per annum (Under Review). All the information that you need in order to apply is provided in the candidate information pack. However, if you have any queries or require any further information please email: nifrs.recruitment@nifrs.org, or telephone 028 9266 4221. Candidates should apply online and the closing date for applications is 12:00 noon on Friday, 03 October 2025. We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons, irrespective of age, gender, race, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, dependants, religion or political opinion. NIFRS is currently under represented by women and those from the Roman Catholic Community, applications from these groups are particularly welcome. Appointment will be made solely on merit.
