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Job Summary: We are seeking a talented F ull-Time Seasonal Photographer specialising in product and lifestyle photography, with a strong focus on furniture. This is a 3-month fixed-term contract role supporting a high-volume production period. You will be responsible for capturing high-quality images of furniture products in both white background (e-commerce) and lifestyle room settings in a studio , ensuring consistency and brand alignment across all visual outputs. The successful candidate will have a strong eye for lighting, colour accuracy, and detail, along with proficiency in post-production workflows, including the use of AI-powered editing tools alongside traditional software such as Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom. Responsibilities: WHY JOIN US: · We’re dynamic and expanding · Fun, fast paced & high energy work environment · Culture of developing and promoting from within the company · Our Generous staff discounts · Our pension scheme · Our Bonus Scheme · Our Educational Support Scheme · Our Discounted corporate rate health care · Our free Employee Assistance Programme · Our wellbeing initiatives like our Bike to work scheme · Career Development Opportunities · Continuous professional development with dedicated training resources
Sales Representative
TJ O’ Mahony Arklow, Yellow Lane, Knockanrahan, Arklow, Co. Wicklow, Y14 YT71, part of HPC Sales Ltd., Irelands’ leading Builders Providers and Home Improvement/DIY Store, is looking for a Permanent, full-time, Sales Representative to join our Team. Job Purpose: To grow and maintain the customer base and increase sales, by developing and maintaining relationships with customers and clients. Engaging and developing new customers and leads, supporting these as required. Managing customer expectations and delivering on commitments. Working closely with colleagues in internal sales and purchasing, as well as developing relationships internally with central services and the wider Group network. Customer service and satisfaction is paramount. Duties and responsibilities: · Managing existing key account customers. · Preparing quotations, liaising with customers on order delivery and payments. · Identifying leads for new business development and building business relationships with new customers and suppliers. · Dealing with suppliers, negotiating prices, placing orders and ensuring that orders are received and processed appropriately within the Goods Inwards system. · Working closely and collaborating with the HPC Group teams, including TJ O’Mahony branch staff and credit control to provide best in class customer service. · Staying up to date with product knowledge and the latest industry trends and standards, technological advancements, market conditions and competitors and answering any questions/queries about the products. · Collaborating with the Branch Manager and Sales Director and sales team to develop sales strategies, set targets and achieve revenue goals. · Diligently log, track and maintain sales activity in CRM system. · Complete Sales Reports. · Work to agreed deadlines and targets. · Maintain and expand client database. · Committed to providing top quality customer service. Requirements: · Excellent interpersonal skills, build lasting relationships with prospective and existing customers. · Self-motivated, excellent communicator with strong negotiation, planning and consultative · sales skills. · Highly motivated and target driven, with a proven track record in sales and margin targets. · Capacity to work in a busy target driven sales environment. · Ability to work independently and as part of a team. · IT Proficiency, Microsoft Office Suite, Excel. · Previous experience in the building merchant sector desirable. Benefits: · Commission/Bonus · 22 Days Annual Leave · Employee Discount · Company Vehicle · On-site Parking Job Type: Permanent Hours: 39 hours per week (Monday - Friday)
Pool Assistant
SECTION 1: THE ROLE West Cork Leisure Centre – Dunmanway is a stunning, state of the art 25 metre pool. Facilities include a steam room, sauna, hydrotherapy pool, learner pool and a gymnasium. There are spacious changing rooms as well as accessible changing rooms. The Pool Assistant will lifeguard, teach and coach as required and ensure that the customer care policy of the facility is always maintained to the highest standards. The Pool Assistant will report to the Manager and Supervisors and will assist, supervise and control, where necessary, users of the facility. The Pool Assistant will ensure that all activity areas are ready for use as required both in terms of cleanliness and equipment that is required. SECTION 2: DUTIES The duties may include but are not limited to the following and the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. PART-TIME POOL ASSISTANT The Pool Assistant will report to the Manager/Supervisors and will assist, lifeguard and teach, where applicable, users of the facility. He/She will ensure that all activity areas are ready for use as required, both in terms of cleanliness and equipment that is required. The Pool Assistant will teach as required and ensure that the customer care policy of the facility is always maintained to the highest standards. Duties will include: Supervision of activities in all areas of the facility. Lifeguarding of all swimmers. Setting up, changing and storing equipment, furniture and any apparatus as required by the programme of the complex. Assist and instruct individuals and/or groups in swimming tuition. Promotion of the facility. Supervise and control entrance areas, the foyer, pool hall and other areas and generally assist the Manager and Supervisors in furthering the successful operation of the facility. To effect minor repairs to equipment and to maintain all equipment in a safe and proper manner. Administer First Aid where appropriate. To receive supplies and equipment, recording and storage of same. Cleaning of pool surrounds, decks, changing rooms, toilets and other areas. Supervision of changing rooms. General cleaning and labouring duties in the complex. Reception duties as instructed by the Manager and Supervisors. Responsibility for the carrying and handling of monies. Water testing and recording of results. Report writing for accidents and incidents, etc. Cleaning of showers and toilets. Any other duties which, from time to time, may be allocated by the Manager and Supervisors. Enforcing the rules and regulations of the facility and monitoring the behaviour of all patrons. The Pool Assistant will be required to update his/her Life Saving, Swimming Teaching and First Aid qualifications at the prescribed intervals. SECTION 3: ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA / QUALIFICATIONS 1. Availability Candidates are required to be available for work weekdays, weekends and bank holidays. 2. Character Each candidate must be of good character. The successful candidates will be subject to Garda Vetting in advance of appointment to the position. 3. Health Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 4. Education, Experience Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: • Hold a minimum current Irish Water Safety Pool Lifeguard Award or RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification. • Have a thorough knowledge of resuscitation, including Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation and First Aid. If the successful applicant does not have a First Aid qualification, they will be required to obtain it within 6 months of appointment. Desirable but not essential: • Swimming Teacher’s Award • A Certificate of Competence in Pool Plant Operator • Previous work in a swimming pool is also desirable but not necessary as full training will be provided 5. Age Each candidate must be not less than 17 years of age on the closing date for receipt of applications for this post. Age restrictions shall only apply to a candidate where he/she is not classified as a new entrant within the meaning of the Public Services Superannuation Act 2004. A candidate who is not classified as a new entrant must be under 70 years of age. SECTION 4: SELECTION PROCESS The recruitment selection process will include an interview. Candidates will be assessed under the following criteria: • Relevant Experience • Interpersonal and Communication Skills • Knowledge and Understanding of the Post • Teamwork A panel may be formed on the basis of such interview. Candidates whose names are on a panel and who satisfy the local authority that they possess the qualifications declared for the office and that they are otherwise suitable for appointment may, within the life of the panel, be appointed as appropriate vacancies arise. SECTION 5: TENURE The position is temporary and part-time. The post is pensionable. A panel may be formed to fill vacancies for Temporary Part-Time Pool Assistant (West Cork Leisure Centre – Dunmanway) which may arise during the lifetime of the panel. SECTION 6: SALARY Minimum Wage €14.15 per hour (as of 1st January 2026). SECTION 7: LOCATION OF POST The position will be based initially at West Cork Leisure Centre – Dunmanway. Cork County Council reserves the right to assign you to any department, premises or district in use by the Council, now or in the future. Changes in location of employment will not result in payment of disturbance money or compensation. The person appointed will be required to provide him/herself, at his/her own expense, with the necessary mode of travel to and from work. Holders of the office shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. SECTION 8: WORKING HOURS The employment is temporary part-time. Applicants are required to be available to work 6:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. (weekend hours may vary). The post requires flexibility in working outside of normal hours, including night and/or weekend work, early and late shifts, as directed. SECTION 9: ANNUAL LEAVE The annual leave entitlement is 8% of the total hours worked. The granting of annual leave at any particular time is always subject to the requirements of the Council and all annual leave is liable to suspension during periods of exceptional pressure. Cork County Council’s leave year runs from 1st January to 31st December. Granting of annual leave, payment for annual leave and arrangements for public holidays will be governed by the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997 (as amended). SECTION 10: GARDA VETTING Where the Council considers it necessary, successful candidates will be subject to Garda Vetting in advance of appointment to the position.
Studio Stylist
The Company EZ Living Furniture was founded in Galway in 1998. We are a family run Irish retailer with stores operating nationwide, as well as a full online shopping experience offering delivery throughout Ireland. We are the largest Furniture Retailer in Ireland employing over 350 people. We are delighted to announce that we are looking for a Studio Stylist to join our Castlebar studio. This role is available on a part time basis 3 days per week . If you are interested in taking on a new challenge at a growing company, we encourage you to apply today. Please include a portfolio or a link to your work with your application. Responsibilities:
Senior Executive Technician
QUALIFICATIONS 1. CHARACTER Candidates shall be of good character. 2. HEALTH Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, ETC Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: i. have satisfactory experience in a technician post at Grade I or higher level or in an analogous post under a local authority or health board in the State ii. have at least seven years satisfactory relevant experience in a technician post at Grade II or higher level or an analogous post iii. have a thorough knowledge of all the technical aspects of local authority work and also a deeper knowledge of at least one relevant section of the work and possess such training or experience as would enable them to take charge of such a section of the work iv. have adequate experience in dealing with other departments within their own organisations and with other bodies v. have adequate experience in the direction, supervision and control of staff vi. possess technical training and experience of a high standard and adequate administrative ability 4. 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 in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a Stamp 4 visa THE POST The Senior Executive Technician will be required to lead a team or teams and to provide technical and managerial support across all local authority service areas and to liaise with external agencies and support the democratic process. Positions may arise in any area of the Council’s functions which include Planning, Environment, Water, Roads and Housing. The person(s) appointed will work under the direction and control of an Officer or Engineer designated by the Director of Services or the Chief Executive. PERSON PROFILE DUTIES The duties of the post are to give the local authority and: (a) such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the City and County Management Acts, is Chief Executive, and (b) to any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in sub-paragraph (a) of this paragraph, under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or such other employee as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such technical or ancillary services of an advisory, supervisory or executive nature as may be required by any local authority or body hereinbefore mentioned in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties, including the duty of assisting the Director of Service or other appropriate employee in the supervision of the technical or ancillary services of any foregoing local authorities or bodies and, when required to do so, to perform the duty of acting for the appropriate professional employee of higher rank during the absence of such employee of higher rank. The actual duties of the post of Senior Executive Technician will depend on placement of the post, but in general they will include, but are not limited to: • Providing necessary information to Senior Management relevant to their area of responsibility • Management and supervision of staff and the co-ordination of duties of staff under their control • Ensuring the efficient delivery of services in their area of responsibility • Creation and monitoring of work procedures and document management • Co-ordinating the maintenance and management of I.T. systems in their area of responsibility • Providing technical services relevant to the area of responsibility to which he/she has been assigned, e.g. site inspection, site surveying, creation of drawings and graphics, report writing and such other duties associated with a drawing office • Operating the appropriate technology as required to carry out the work to which he/she has been assigned, e.g. CAD, Graphics, GIS software such as ESRI/ArcGIS, Autodesk’s AutoCAD and/or Microstation CAD software, Microsoft Office Suite of Applications, especially Access, Excel and PowerPoint • Knowledge of Planning and Building Regulations, Building Standards, Codes of Practice, the implementation of national standards and legislative requirements with regard to water and wastewater quality, enforcement activities as per Environmental and Water Services Legislation and compliance with other statutory technical standards • Knowledge and understanding of road design details and guidelines, including but not limited to DMURS, TII construction details, relevant Technical Guidance Documents, Traffic Signs Manual, Purple Book for Road Reinstatements • Adherence to the Council’s corporate health and safety systems and implementation of department and section health and safety controls, including those relating to risk assessments, with a good knowledge and awareness of Health and Safety Legislation, Regulations and their implications for the organisation and employees and their application in the workplace • Liaising with other Departments, members of the public and external agencies in relation to operational aspects of assigned work • Functioning as a Team Leader, including prioritising work as determined by the Head of Department/Service, acting as a facilitator and co-ordinator between team members and other departments and external agencies and being responsible for the allocation of work and ensuring task completion • Preparation of estimates • Preparation of public consultation display material and assistance at public consultations • Coaching and mentoring Technicians Grade I, Grade II and Executive Technicians • Contributing to individual staff development, personal development and team development initiatives • Undertaking any course of training organised by Wexford County Council which he/she is designated to attend • Such other duties as may be assigned from time to time The Ideal candidate will demonstrate through their application form and at interview that he/she has: • good communication and interpersonal skills • good graphic presentational skills • ability to prepare and present technical reports • an ability to interpret and critically analyse scientific data • good organisation skills and discipline • strong ICT skills Candidates must also: • have the knowledge and ability to discharge the duties of the post concerned • be suitable on grounds of character • be suitable in all other relevant respects for appointment to the post concerned; candidates, if successful, will not be appointed to the post unless they • agree to undertake the duties attached to the post and accept the conditions under which the duties are, or may be required to be, performed • are fully competent and available to undertake, and fully capable of undertaking, the duties attached to the position SELECTION PROCESS Applications will only be accepted on the official Wexford County Council application form as advertised with the post. Application forms must be typed and as fully complete as possible (see notes at the end of this document in relation to completing online application form). Applications will not be accepted after the specified closing date and time. Applications will only be accepted by email to recruitment@wexfordcoco.ie no later than the closing date and time of 5pm Thursday 16th April 2026. The selection process may include any or all of the following: • The number of persons seeking admission to a competition generally exceeds that required to fill the available posts and, while candidates may meet eligibility, it is not practical to interview everyone. In those cases, the Local Authority may employ a shortlisting procedure. The number of candidates to be invited for interview shall be determined by the Local Authority against criteria specified for the position and only on the basis of the information contained in the candidate’s application form • Completion of an online questionnaire or any other tests or exercises deemed appropriate by the Local Authority • A competitive preliminary and/or final interview, conducted by or on behalf of the Local Authority; this may include interviews being held remotely • The Local Authority may create a panel from which future temporary and permanent vacancies at the specified grade may be filled Any attempt by a candidate, or by any person(s) acting at the candidate’s instigation, directly or indirectly, by means of written communication or otherwise to influence in the candidate’s favour any member of the staff of the County Council or person nominated by the County Council to interview or examine applicants will automatically disqualify the candidate from the position being sought. Wexford County Council will not be responsible for any expense a candidate may incur in attending for interview. The Local Authority shall require a person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of not more than one month and, if he/she fails to take up the appointment within such a period or such longer period as the Local Authority in its absolute discretion may determine, the Local Authority shall not appoint him/her. You will receive an acknowledgement receipt of your email application. Should you not receive an acknowledgement, please email recruitment@wexfordcoco.ie . CONDITIONS OF SERVICE 1. Tenure The post, whether temporary or permanent, is whole-time and pensionable. Persons who become pensionable employees of a Local Authority who are liable to pay Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the Local Authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of Social Insurance Old Age Contributory Pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependent or qualified children). All persons who become pensionable employees of a Local Authority will be required in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Children’s Contributory Pension) Scheme to contribute to the Local Authority at the rate of 1.5% of their net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of Social Insurance Old Age Contributory Pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependent or qualified children) in accordance with the terms of the Scheme. For new entrants under the Single Public Service Pension Scheme effective from 01/01/2013, superannuation contributions are 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration and 3% of pensionable remuneration. 2. Probation Where a person who is not already a permanent employee of a local authority is appointed, the following provisions shall apply: (a) there shall be a period after such appointment takes effect during which such person shall hold such employment on probation (b) such period shall be 6 months but the Chief Executive may, at his/her discretion, extend such period (c) such person shall cease to hold such employment at the end of the period of probation, unless during such period the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such person is satisfactory 3. Salary The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the post shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their employment or in respect of services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. An allowance may also be payable in respect of travel expenses and subsistence. €55,622.00 - €66,993.00 (LSI 2) – As at 1st February 2026 Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Environment, Community and Local Government. Appointees who are not existing public servants will enter at the minimum point of the scale. 4. Health For the purpose of satisfying the requirement as to health, it will be necessary for successful candidates, before being appointed, to undergo at their expense a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the local authority. Defects reported as a result of this examination must be remedied before appointment. On taking up appointment, the expense of the medical examination will be refunded to the candidate. 5. Retirement / Superannuation Single Public Service Pension Scheme Effective from 1st January 2013, the Single Public Service Pension Scheme applies to all first-time new entrants to the public service, as well as to former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks. All new entrants to pensionable public service employment on or after 1 January 2013 are, in general, members of the Single Scheme. Pension Age: Minimum pension age of 66 years (rising to 67 and 68 in line with State Pension age changes). Scheme members must retire at the age of 70 years. New entrants to the public service appointed on or after 1st April 2004: Retirement age will be determined by the terms of the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. The Act introduces new retirement provisions for new entrants to the public service appointed on or after 1st April 2004. For new entrants there is no compulsory retirement age and 65 is the earliest age at which retirement benefits can be paid. In all other cases, 60 years is the minimum retirement age, with 70 years being the maximum retirement age. 6. Driving Licence When required to do so, holders of the office may be required to drive a motor car in the course of their duties and should therefore hold a full driving licence for Class B vehicles free from endorsement and disqualification. 7. Residence The holder of the post shall reside in the district in which his/her duties are to be performed, or within a reasonable distance thereof.
Assistant Fire Officer
The Role Mayo County Council is the Fire Authority for all of County Mayo and, as such, is responsible for the provision of Fire Services to the administrative area of County Mayo. Our aim is to be the best Fire and Rescue Service we can be, working hard to ensure our communities are at the centre of what we do. We are committed to keeping people safe, improving quality of life and making our area a better place to live, work and visit. The assignment of the post will be to the Mayo Fire Services HQ based in Castlebar, covering the whole county and sub-stations. The successful candidate may be moved to undertake different functions in the future. Reporting to the Senior Assistant Chief Fire Officer or nominated Assistant Chief Fire Officer, the Assistant Fire Officer will be required to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team within the Fire Service to deliver key local authority services such as building inspections, fire prevention, fire safety engineering, building control, community fire safety, fire service operations and major emergency management. The capability to work in an inter-agency environment and with external stakeholders is essential. As an Assistant Fire Officer, the successful candidate will have an important role in the management of staff and will have to be capable of undertaking the role of incident commander at operational incidents and will participate in the on-call senior fire officer roster if required. Holders of the post will undergo such training as it is considered appropriate to the performance of the duties of the post. The Ideal Candidate Shall: • have a career record that demonstrates satisfactory relevant experience. • have strong interpersonal and communications skills. • have the ability to plan and prioritise work effectively and to work under pressure (both independently and as part of a team). • have the ability to work across functions/departments and with multidisciplinary teams. • have the capability to work in an inter-agency environment and with internal and external stakeholders. • demonstrate good professional judgement and decision making/problem solving skills. • have effective written and verbal communication skills with experience in the preparation and presentation of technical reports. • have sufficient relevant knowledge of the Fire Service and Building Control Legislation and Regulations. • have sufficient relevant knowledge and awareness of Health and Safety Legislation and Regulations, the implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace. • be on the register maintained by either the RIAI under Part 3 of the Building Control Act 2007, the SCSI under Part 5 of the Building Control Act 2007 or Engineers Ireland under Section 7 of the Institution of Civil Engineers of Ireland (Charter Amendment) Act 1969. • have strong ICT skills. • have sufficient relevant knowledge and understanding of current fire service developments and how local authorities operate. Qualifications 1. Character Candidates shall be of good character. 2. Health Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. New entrants to the fire service must be medically fit¹ to undertake operational training associated with fire services work. 3. Education, Training, Experience Each Candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: a) Hold, in the National Framework of Qualifications: (i) A degree at Level 8 in engineering, architecture, or other building construction related discipline, or (ii) A professional qualification equivalent to one of the foregoing awarded by the relevant professional body, or (iii) A degree at Level 8 in a science or technology related discipline including physics, chemistry, environmental or computer science, information communications technology; or a fire related discipline including fire safety, emergency management or emergency services, or (iv) A degree at Level 8 together with a Level 9 qualification in a fire related discipline including fire safety, emergency management or emergency services. b) Have a satisfactory knowledge of some or all of the following: Principles and practices of fire safety Fire service operations Major emergency management Technological and industrial processes Telecommunications and information technology c) Have at least 2 years satisfactory relevant experience, including adequate experience in some or all of the areas specified in (b) above. d) Have a high standard of training in some or all of the areas specified in (b) above and, in the case of a new entrant to the fire service, successfully complete basic fire-fighter training and Breathing Apparatus Initial Wearers Course before the expiry of the probationary period. e) Be competent to perform efficiently the duties of the office and possess the appropriate qualities. In the event that an offer of employment is made, the candidate will be required to submit original copies of all relevant Education Qualifications to meet the requirements of Section 3 – Education, Training, Experience. 4. Required Documents Candidates MUST upload the following documents in the ATTACHMENTS section of the application portal: a) Full unendorsed Category B Driving Licence (front and back) or other Photo ID if licence not held b) Certificates for all declared qualifications – Secondary School, University, College etc c) Translations of any documents which are not in English or Irish d) For any qualifications not awarded in the Republic of Ireland, an accompanying Comparability Statement from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish each qualification's comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications e) A link to search your qualification and download a PDF determination can be found here – https://qsearch.qqi.ie/WebPart/Search?searchtype=recognitions Please note, Curriculum Vitae are not accepted and therefore should not be uploaded. 5. Desirable It is desirable that the successful candidate demonstrates experience and knowledge of the following through the completion of their application form and at interview: a) Assessing applications for both Fire Safety Certificates and Disability Access Certificates under the relevant Building Control legislation b) Carrying out inspections and audits to assess fire safety in buildings and other structures under the Fire Services Acts, 1981 and 2003 c) The inspection of licensed premises under Section 24 of the Fire Services Acts, 1981 and 2003 d) Assessing applications for Dangerous Substance Licences under the Dangerous Substances Act, 1972 e) Building Control legislation including powers of inspection and enforcement and the Building Control Management System (BCMS) f) The Energy Performance of Buildings Regulations 2012 to 2024 and the Construction Products Regulations 2013 Mayo County Council may carry out an examination of candidates to determine the level of competence in any of the areas and this may form part of the shortlisting process. 6. 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 in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a Stamp 4 visa. Particulars of the Post 1. Position This employment is full-time, permanent and pensionable. A panel will be formed from qualified candidates from which any permanent or temporary positions at this grade which arise during the lifetime of the panel may be filled. 2. Salary The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The holder of the position shall pay to the Local Authority any fees or other monies (other than inclusive salary) payable to or received by such holder by virtue of the position or in respect of services which are required by or under any enactment to perform. Salary Scale: €47,770 - €50,438 - €52,425 - €54,487 - €56,600 - €58,748 - €60,915 - €63,083 - €65,250 - €67,421 - €69,603 - LSI1 €71,834 (after 3 years satisfactory service at maximum), LSI2 €74,068 (after 6 years satisfactory service at maximum). The starting pay for new entrants will be at the minimum of the scale and the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. 3. Duties The duties of the post are to give to the local authority, and a) such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Acts 2001 and 2014, is Chief Executive, and b) to any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority, or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in subparagraph (a) of this paragraph, under the general direction and supervision of the Chief Executive or such other employee as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate services of an executive, administrative or management nature as may be required by any local authority or body hereinbefore mentioned in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties, to exercise such powers, functions and duties as may be delegated to him/her by the Chief Executive from time to time, including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The post holder will, if required, act for an employee of a higher level if qualified to do so. The following are among the principal duties envisaged: Holders of the post will also be required to perform duties in relation to fire operation, fire safety and Building Control if they are assigned to them. Holders of the post will undergo such training as it is considered appropriate to the performance of the duties of the post and will be expected to conduct in a competent manner the following activities: a) Management of fire service operational activities in accordance with the Fire Service Operational Plan b) Inspections in accordance with the Fire Service Act 1981 and 2003, Building Control Act 1990, and Mayo County Council’s Community Fire Safety Policy (including during performance inspections), and give evidence in court where required c) Give advice and talks on fire safety to all members of our community which may be out of normal working hours d) Issue enforcement notices as an authorised officer in accordance with the Fire Service Act 1981 and 2003 and attend and give evidence in court where appropriate e) Attend incidents as an authorised rostered senior fire officer, drill nights and exercises out of normal working hours f) Validate and process Fire Safety Certificates, Disability Access Certificates and Commencement Notices in accordance with the Building Control Regulations 1977 – 2014 g) Compilation of information and reporting on inspections, fire service training and operational activity, fleet management including requirements of the Health, Safety and Welfare Act 2005 to incorporate both management and operation of ISO 45001 Safety Management Systems h) Management of Mayo County Council’s Major Emergency Plan (MEM) and organising and participating in both local and regional MEM training and exercises i) Ensure compliance in the workplace with the requirements of Health and Safety legislation j) Undergo such training as considered appropriate to the performance of the duties of the office 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. Rostering Agreement The terms of the Senior Fire Officer Rostering Agreement 1996 (or as amended) will apply to this employment.
HR & OD Advisor
Job Title: HR & OD Advisor Salary: Scale 6, NJC Spinal Column Points 20 - 24 - £32,597 - £35,412 per annum (plus employer pension contribution) Duration: Fixed Term to 28 May 2027 Location: Lagan Valley Island Posts Available: 1X Fixed-Term Deliver better lives for all, whilst enhancing your career. These are the things we hold dear at Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council; respect, honesty, excellence, accountability, leadership & equality. We have an ambitious vision for our area. We want to create opportunities for strong, healthy communities, and business growth. Our success will create new opportunities for individuals, families & communities. Every role at LCCC contributes to this aim, and if appointed to this role you will be part of creating better lives for all. As a member of the HR & OD team the post holder will be required to: Provide and develop a high quality HR & OD Service to the Council in support of the corporate plan & strategic workforce plan. To operate in a dynamic and changing environment, inputting to creative solutions to HR & OD issues and challenges, and provide professional advice on innovative HR & OD. Provide accurate and timely procedural support and information to Employees, Line Managers and Customers on a range of Human Resources issues. Curious to learn more? Full details of the role are in the attached job description. Apply now and take the first step in your new career. The application form will only be available online. Applications for this post will be channelled exclusively through the Council ITRENT Web Recruitment system therefore application forms in hard copy will not be available to candidates. However, the Council will consider any requests for an application to be made in hard copy and will provide alternative arrangements where possible, for example access to a computer. The Council is committed to providing people with disabilities the opportunity to compete fairly for jobs. If you have any special needs or requirements with regard to any stage of the recruitment process please contact the HR&OD team at via email recruitment@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk or telephone 02892447236.
Insurance Officer
Permanent Salary: SO1, NJC Spinal Column Points 25-27 £36,363-£38,220 per annum (plus employer pension contribution) Deliver better lives for all, whilst enhancing your career. These are the things we hold dear at Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council; respect, honesty, excellence, accountability, leadership & equality. We have an ambitious vision for our area. We want to create opportunities for strong, healthy communities, and business growth. Our success will create new opportunities for individuals, families & communities. Every role at LCCC contributes to this aim, and if appointed to this role you will be part of creating better lives for all. As a member of the Environmental Health, Risk & Emergency Planning Service Unit the postholder will be required to: Deliver efficient, effective and comprehensive insurances services to all departments within the Council. Provide professional and competent advice and guidance to Council departments on all aspects of insurance matters. Undertake an effective and efficient Claims Management function ensuring the scope of insurance meets organisational needs. Promote awareness within the Council, to ensure that exposure to claims and losses is reduced by the adoption of best practice. Curious to learn more? Full details of the role are in the attached job description. Apply now and take the first step in your new career. The application form will only be available online. Applications for this post will be channelled exclusively through the Council ITRENT Web Recruitment system therefore application forms in hard copy will not be available to candidates. However, the Council will consider any requests for an application to be made in hard copy and will provide alternative arrangements where possible, for example access to a computer. The Council is committed to providing people with disabilities the opportunity to compete fairly for jobs. If you have any special needs or requirements with regard to any stage of the recruitment process please contact the HR&OD team at via email recruitment@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk or telephone 02892447444.
Receptionist
KEY PURPOSE OF THE JOB: The postholder will be at the forefront of customer services, dealing with the public at the reception desk and by telephone. The duties will also include operating a computerised booking and cash system, selling tickets, issuing receipts, maintaining information databases, and directing conference delegates and other users. The post holder will assume other delegated duties relevant to the post, reasonably assigned by the Senior Retail and Administration Co-ordinator, including participation in the interchange of duties and location to cover annual leave and other absences. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provision of a full range of receptionist services, including dealing with the public in person, by telephone, and by email in accordance with the Council’s Customer Care standards. Processing incoming and outgoing mail. Operation of the switchboard, ensuring calls are correctly diverted and messages received are promptly delivered. Operation of a computerised booking and cash system, including recording, monitoring, and reporting to management all relevant information in relation to bookings and usage. Reconciliation of cash and processing lodgements in accordance with Council procedures. Promotion of stock, stock control, and merchandising. Promotion of Council services and special events, and assisting at events as required. Provision of clerical and administrative support, including word processing, filing, and maintenance of records. Ensure all Health and Safety legislation, published relevant guidelines, and Council Health and Safety policies and procedures are complied with in relation to the services and activities within the facility, to provide a safe environment for employees and contractors. To undertake general clerical duties to provide support across the Centre Management Section, appropriate to the level of the post. Note: The post holder should be aware that the responsibilities and functional areas of the post may be subject to change as a result of organisational change. The Council therefore reserves the right to change the duties of the post by adding to or amending the range of functional responsibilities. The post holder will be required to be flexible and adaptable to meet the changing needs and requirements of the organisation. The hours worked will be based on a shift pattern dictated by operational need. We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. Qualifications and Experience It is essential that applicants have a minimum of: QUALIFICATIONS 1.1 – Five GCSE passes at grades A to C, NVQ Level 2 in Administration, or equivalent. EXPERIENCE 1.2 – A minimum of one year of experience in a customer service environment or receptionist post. Where applicants do not hold the qualifications as outlined in 1.1, they must demonstrate a minimum of three years of experience as outlined in 1.2 above. Technical Competencies and Skills
Customer Advisor
JOB PURPOSE Committing to the one-team ethos, you will be flexible and collaborative, and you will actively support all colleagues and other activities necessary to deliver the service objectives. As a Customer Advisor, you will deliver an excellent customer experience. You will engage positively with customers, understanding and meeting their needs as appropriate. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Meet and greet customers and potential customers (face to face in the Reception area, by phone or by digital media) and provide them with the information and services needed to allow them to participate in their desired activity. Deal with all customer enquiries and concerns, escalating to other team members as appropriate. Operate the Front of House software and maintain information databases. Process bookings, memberships and transactions, including shop sales. Monitor entry and exit through the access control system. Process financial transactions, including all payments, cash handling and reconciliations. Prepare lodgements for the receipt of monies for sales and services, ensuring correct cost code is allocated to each transaction before forwarding to the bank. Using the Council’s financial system, raise invoices for debtors for supply of goods and services. Raise purchase orders, mark goods received and process all invoices in line with the Council’s Financial Regulations, Procurement and other relevant policies and procedures. Manage the facility’s digital and social media communications in order to maximise customer engagement. Organise customer information sources, for example leaflets and TV displays. Undertake facility tours. Promote and/or sell all products and activities within the Leisure Services portfolio. Remain fully conversant with all emergency procedures and take part, as trained and directed, in emergency situations. Assist the Administrative Assistant, as required. (Golf and Ski specific) Support the Outdoor Pursuits Instructors by: • Issuing participants with appropriate and safe equipment • Individually measuring each customer and calculating ski DIN settings • Setting skis individually to meet the customers’ measurements and DIN settings Be flexible and collaborative and actively support all colleagues and other activities or processes which impact on the performance of the facility. Undertake any other relevant duties that may be required and are commensurate with the nature and grade of the post. Qualifications and Training • 5 GCSEs (Grades A to C) or equivalent or comparable, including English Language and Mathematics Experience • One year’s experience within a customer service environment, to include each of the following: ▪ Cash handling and reconciliation ▪ Dealing with the public both face to face and by telephone ▪ Use of Microsoft applications, including Word and Excel Key Skills, Knowledge and Attributes • Excellent oral and written communication skills • Ability to achieve positive results through influencing skills • Ability to handle sensitive or difficult situations appropriately • Ability to work within a team • Ability to work on own initiative but within established procedures and guidelines • Understanding of health and safety requirements • Flexible approach to work demands Working Arrangements and Flexibility Post 1: 24.25 hours per week, see rota attached Post 2: 22.75 hours per week, see rota attached Weekend, evening and early morning working will be required, given the operational hours of the centre. The post holder will also be required to work public holidays and additional hours as required to facilitate the needs of the service.
