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Main purpose of job Responsible to the relevant Director or other responsible manager for the coordination and monitoring of all Human Resources (HR) and related initiatives within the departments listed below and the day-to-day management of assigned staff and resources to ensure that the business needs of these departments are met in an efficient and cost-effective manner. · Corporate Services · City and Organisational Strategy · Corporate HR · External Affairs, Communications and Marketing · Finance · Legal and Civic Services · Office of Chief Executive Provide advice and guidance to the Directors and senior managers and other staff on all human resource matters including employee relations, training and development, terms and conditions of employment, absence management, and other business issues in liaison with Corporate HR as appropriate. Assist in keeping under review new developments in the fields of human resources, and to make timely recommendations to the relevant Directors and Departmental Management Teams of the listed departments, concerning all changes to policy or procedures and training or other resource requirements necessary for the maintenance of departmental efficiency and effectiveness. Ensure the accurate and timely production of all information required for council or committee reports, official returns or for measuring departmental HR performance. Contribute to the formulation of relevant council and departmental policies, procedures, protocols and initiatives through participation in corporate and departmental project teams, working groups, user groups and consultative groups as necessary. Summary of responsibilities and personal duties 1. Responsible for the provision of advice and guidance to Directors and Departmental Management Teams of the listed departments and business support staff on all human resource issues, in liaison with the council’s Human Resources Department. This will include but is not limited to employee relations, attendance management, recruitment, grievance and disciplinary, payroll, training and development, capability, terms and conditions of employment and equal opportunities. 2. Ensure that human resources and employee relations issues for the listed departments are effectively managed in accordance with council policies and procedures and to ensure that the relevant legislative requirements are met. Undertake investigations and hearings under the council’s relevant human resources policies in relation to disciplinary, grievance, capability and equal opportunities matters and other relevant policies and procedures. 3. Responsible for the management of Corporate Services Business Support HR staff in accordance with the principles of performance management and the council’s policies concerning a total quality management approach to ensure continuous improvement in service delivery. 4. Responsible for the provision of an effective and efficient HR support service to the Directors, senior management teams, managers and officers across the listed departments. 5. Contribute to the development of relevant policies, strategies and plans across the council, working to meet corporate objectives and values, working with management teams and corporate working groups as required. 6. Oversee the effective management of sickness absence including the monitoring and compliance of the listed departments absence figures and the implementation of absence management policies and procedures. 7. Report regularly to the Departmental Management Teams of the listed department’s, on absence figures and compliance and non-compliance matters with the council’s Attendance Policy. Provide reports and performance data for the listed departments and update, monitor and review absence improvement plans as appropriate. 8. Oversee, monitor and review the coordination and management of all recruitment activities for the listed departments and assist with workforce planning and management issues as appropriate. 9. Monitor and manage the engagement of agency workers in the listed departments in compliance with the council’s Agency Framework. 10. Develop, monitor and review the listed department’s learning and development strategy, policies and procedures in liaison with the relevant Directors and senior management. 11. Responsible for the production and collation of service performance data and committee reports where required, in accordance with council policies, procedures and timetables and in liaison with senior management. 12. Contribute to the development, monitoring and review of the listed departments business plans including proposed annual objectives, work programmes and performance indicators. 13. Responsible to the Directors for the listed department’s implementation of the council’s people and organisational development strategies and associated plans. 14. Contribute to HR policy and strategic development through participation in working groups, management and consultative meetings as required and ensure compliance with the procedures of the department. 15. Oversee the development of personal development plans for the listed departments and assist the listed departments in achieving appropriate quality and improvement standards. 16. Maintain the listed departments records on the council’s relevant ICT and HR systems for the management of personnel records, time and attendance, payroll, employee relations case management and other HR functions and ensure that the information is accurate and up to date. 17. Ensure the listed department’s personnel records are maintained in line with council’s policy and procedures and that the information is accurate and up to date. 18. Responsible for monitoring and responding to appropriate requests under FOI and Data Protection legislation and to ensure compliance with such legislation. 19. Ensure that appropriate records management retention and disposal processes are in place. 20. Coordinate, attend, participate in and provide management support as required on the council’s Industrial Relations framework, including consultative meetings with trade unions and staff representatives, and in particular to consult in relation to changes in council and departmental policy and procedures, and on the implementation of change. This may involve undertaking information, consultation or negotiation exercises with staff and Trade Union representatives. 21. Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of all human resource legislation and equal opportunities best practice and associated developments including legislative changes and regulation, ensuring departmental preparation for and compliance with same. 22. Contribute to the listed department’s senior management team as required, within the postholders sphere of responsibility. 23. Represent the relevant Director or senior management as and when requested within the post holder’s sphere of responsibility. 24. Motivate and manage any staff that may be assigned to the post holder to ensure effective service delivery and to be responsible for reviewing and implementing a proper staff training and development programme. 25. Participate in all induction and in-service training provided by Belfast City Council and in the induction and support of all newly appointed staff and other human resource management policies and procedures, as appropriate, including, absence management, disciplinary and grievance procedures. 26. Participate as directed in the council's recruitment and selection procedures. 27. Act in accordance with the council and departmental policies and procedures including customer care, equal opportunities, health and safety, safeguarding and any pertinent legislation. 28. Undertake the duties of the post in such a way as to protect and enhance the reputation and public profile of Belfast City Council. 29. Undertake such other relevant duties as may from time to time be required. This job description has been written at a time of significant organisational change, and it will be subject to review and amendment as the demands of the role and the organisation evolve. Therefore, the post-holder will be required to be flexible, adaptable and aware that they may be asked to perform tasks, duties and responsibilities which are not specifically detailed in the job description, but which are commensurate with the role. Specifically, the post holder will be required to perform the duties of the post across more than one council department. Essential criteria Qualifications Applicants must , as at the closing date for receipt of application forms: · have a third level qualification in a relevant subject such as human resource management, business studies etc or an equivalent qualification; and · be a current Associate Member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD). Experience Applicants must , as at the closing date for receipt of application forms, be able to demonstrate at least two years’ relevant experience within a large and complex unionised organisation [1] in each of the following three areas: (a) effectively managing the full range of a human resources function, for a range of multi-disciplinary staff, at a middle management level; (b) providing expert professional HR advice, support and solutions on complex HR matters including recruitment, learning and development, employee relations and attendance management to senior managers, customers, and stakeholders; and (c) managing and motivating a team of employees, i.e., direct reports, in accordance with the principles of personal development and performance management. Desirable criteria In addition to the above qualifications, membership and experience, Belfast City Council reserves the right to short-list only those applicants who, as at the closing date for receipt of applications: · in the first instance, possess a CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma in Strategic People Management or equivalent qualification; and · in the second instance, are a current professional member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) at Chartered Member (MCIPD) or Chartered Fellow (FCIPD) level. Special skills and attributes Applicants must be able to demonstrate evidence of the following skills and attributes which may be tested at interview: Communication and influencing skills: the ability to draft reports, letters, memorandum and advisory communications on human resource (HR) issues and the ability to address groups and meetings clearly, enthusiastically and effectively whilst listening to and addressing responses authoritatively. The ability to build rapport and maintain the engagement and commitment of others, including staff, trade unions and senior management, to secure their support in the delivery of HR services. Technical knowledge: a strong, detailed knowledge of relevant employment legislation and best practice in HR matters. The ability to develop and deliver HR policies and strategies and ensure continuous improvement and innovation in HR services. A clear understanding of equality principles and the ability to apply them when delivering services. Team leadership skills: the ability to lead and motivate team members and build and develop high levels of communication and cooperation in order to achieve objectives. The ability to ensure the effective development of people, resolution of underperformance issues and succession planning. Work planning and organisational skills: the ability to determine priorities and resource requirements, plan and manage demanding workload on the basis of available resources to ensure a constant flow of work and to work to tight deadlines to ensure effective service delivery. Partnership working skills: the ability to manage customer relations with flexibility, tact and sensitivity while supporting organisational change and dealing with resistance. The ability to broker collaborative relationships with key stakeholders to achieve customer objectives and targets. Analytical and decision making skills: the ability to analyse complex HR issues, interpret appropriate legislation, case law and views of others and exercise critical judgement in arriving at practical solutions and communicate findings clearly. Political sensitivity skills: the ability to show awareness and sensitivity in managing complex HR matters successfully within a political environment including working effectively with elected members, trade unions and external organisations. [1] Belfast City Council has 2,800 employees. A large and complex organisation will be defined as one with at least 250 staff or an annual budget of at least £25 million. Salary: £53,460 - £56,730 per annum
Naval Service (Marine Engineer) Cadet
Description What is a Naval Service Marine Engineer Cadet? The Marine Engineer Cadet will be trained fill an appointment as a ship’s Marine Engineering Officer. The Engineering Officer is responsible for everything that keeps a ship afloat, moving and habitable. This includes the hull and general structures of the ship, its main engines and all auxiliary machinery, the main electrical generators, the electrical distribution system, the air conditioning, ventilation, heating systems and cold rooms, as well as all fuel and water systems, including the control systems. The Marine Engineer Cadet will undergo a course of training of approximately twenty-one months duration. Initial training takes place in the Cadet School, Military College, DFTC, Curragh Camp and is of approximately three months duration. Subsequent training takes place in the Naval Base, Haulbowline, Co Cork and aboard ship. This training encompasses both the theory and practical application of the skills required for the officer to take their place as a fully functional member of the ships command team. Subjects covered include Navigation, Seamanship, Gunnery, Leadership and Management. A Marine Engineer Cadet shall, on successful completion of the relevant course of training, be commissioned on a 3 year Short Service Commission in the rank of Ensign or Sub-Lieutenant. After commissioning, training continues both at sea and ashore until the Officer is fully qualified to take an appointment as a Marine Engineer Officer on-board ship. When fully qualified as a Marine Engineering Officer, they may be offered a full Commission without limitation as to time. The fully trained Junior Officer spends the following years on sea/shore rotations. When at sea, they will be appointed as the ship’s Engineering Officer, while shore duties involve training or technical/administrative appointments. The Engineering Officer can avail of opportunities of further education as well as participating in a range of specialist courses applicable to the Marine Engineering profession at home or abroad. Eligibility Requirements to join the Cadetship: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Air Corps (Pilot) Cadet
Description What is a Pilot Cadet? The Pilot Cadet will undergo a course of cadet training of approximately 19 months’ duration divided into four stages. Each stage must be successfully completed before the student can progress to the next stage. Air Corps Cadets will complete Stages 1 and 2 of the standard Cadet Course in the Cadet School, Military College, DFTC, Curragh Camp. This element of the course is approximately 10 months’ duration. During this time the Cadet is instructed in weapons handling (to instructor level), tactics (conventional, internal security and counter–insurgency), arms and foot drill, map reading, communications skills, first aid, basic military engineering, human resource management and military law. Upon successful completion of Stages 1 and 2 in the Cadet School, the Pilot Cadet will return to Casement Aerodrome, Baldonnel and be posted to the Flying Training School (FTS), Air Corps College to undertake Stage 3: Military Aviation Cadet Training. This element of the course will see the Pilot Cadet complete Aeronautical Ground School. Upon successful completion of Stage 3, the Pilot Cadet will progress to Stage 4: Command Leadership and Organisational Studies. During this stage the Cadet will learn to practically apply military and aviation knowledge. Stages 3 and 4 will take approximately 9 months to complete. An Air Corps Cadet who fails to complete any stage of the Pilot Cadet Course may be commissioned as a line officer in the Air Corps if they are found suitable to return to The Cadet School to complete the Cadet Syllabus of Training. Upon successful completion of cadet training, the Pilot Cadet will be eligible to be commissioned as a 2ndLieutenant or Lieutenant in the Air Corps. Eligibility Requirements to join the Cadetship: For detailed information about the Cadetship, please refer to the Terms and Conditions attached to this advertisement CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Army (Equitation) Cadet
Description What is the Army Equitation School? The Army Equitation School was founded in 1926 for the purpose of promoting the Irish Horse both nationally and internationally. Army riders, with Irish bred horses, have made a considerable contribution to Irish Show Jumping and Event Teams down through the years. Members of the Equitation School have participated atOlympic, World and European Championship level and have also contributed to many Aga Khan Trophy successes at the Dublin Horse Show. The Army Equitation Cadet Equitation School Cadets undergo the same course of training as Army Cadets. During training, the facility to ride horses may be made available in the Equitation School, at the discretion of Officer in Charge, Equitation School. On completion of cadet training, Equitation Cadets will be eligible to be commissioned as a Lieutenant or 2nd Lieutenant and will initially be posted to the Equitation School as a Riding Officer. Subject to the resources and requirements of the Army Equitation School, those officers will receive training and compete on Army Equitation School horses. Eligibility Requirements to join the Cadetship: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Army (Engineering) Cadet
Description What is Corps of Engineers? The Corps of Engineers is responsible for ensuring that the Defence Force can live, manoeuvre and operate no matter where they may be deployed. As a combat support corps, Engineering troops are qualified soldiers, combat engineers and technicians. In addition to all-arms capabilities, they provide the essential specialist skills to build bridges, construct routes, clear obstacles, employ explosive demolitions, conduct specialist search and clearance and build fortifications and operational bases both at home and overseas, while providing essential life support capabilities such as power generation, potable water production and firefighting. The Corps of Engineers is also responsible for the maintenance of the Defence Force infrastructure such as barracks, training areas, airfields and naval installations. This includes overseeing maintenance staff, design tasks, contract and tender preparation, project management and acting as the Defence Organisation’s representative during ongoing projects. The Engineer Cadet Engineer Cadets undergo the same course of training as Army Cadets. On successful completion of the Cadetship, the Cadet will be eligible for appointment as a Commissioned Officer in the rank of 2nd Lieutenant or Lieutenant. On appointment to the Corps of Engineers, an Engineer Officer will be expected to successfully complete a Military Engineer Young Officers Course of approximately 12-15 months duration. Graduates of this course will be awarded a Master’s Degree (Level 9 of the National Framework of Qualifications). Any Engineer Officer that fails to complete the Engineer Young Officer Course will be posted to an Army Line Officer Appointment, outside of the Corps of Engineers and will revert to Rate 1 pay. Eligibility Requirements to join the Cadetship: Bachelor Degree programme at Level 8 or 9 of the National Framework of Qualifications in either Engineering, Architecture, or other Building Construction related discipline, accredited for membership by Engineers Ireland, Royal Institute of Architects of Ireland or other relevant professional body, OR a professional qualification equivalent to one of the foregoing awarded by the relevant professional body. Where an applicant has a Level 8 or higher NFQ qualification not specified above, they may seek a determination that the qualification meets the requirements subject to submitting suitable evidence of equivalence to Defence Forces Recruitment Section, Defence Forces Headquarters, Department of Defence, Station Road, Newbridge, Co. Kildare, W12 AD93, for the Director of Ordnance’s determination. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Army (Line Officer) Cadet
Description What is an Army Cadet? The purpose of Cadet training is to develop character and leadership skills and instil a sense of duty and responsibility in the Cadets. To benefit from that training, which is conducted in an environment of strict discipline, the Cadet needs mental acuity and physical agility. The course of training in the Cadet School, Military College, DFTC, Curragh Camp is of approximately 17 months’ duration. During this time, the Cadet is instructed in weapons handling (to instructor level), tactics (conventional, internal security and counter–insurgency), arms and foot drill, basic military engineering, human resource management, communications skills, military law, and academic studies which include leadership, Irish and military history, politics and accountancy. Eligibility Requirements to join the Cadetship: For detailed information about the Cadetship, please refer to the Terms and Conditions attached to this advertisement CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Naval Service (Electrical Engineer) Cadet
Description What is the Naval Service Electrical Engineer Department? The Electrical/Electronic Department is responsible for the technical specification, selection, installation, overhaul and maintenance for all electrical, electronic, communications, ordnance equipment and systems fitted to Naval Service ships. An Electrical Engineering Officer will be rotated between appointments allowing them to gain experience in a wide range of disciplines, ranging from power generation, communications, and information technology to advanced weapon fire control systems. An Electrical Engineering Cadet in the Naval Service will be required to undergo a course of training of approximately twenty-one months duration and they may then be commissioned on a 3 year Short Service Commission in the rank of Ensign or Sub-Lieutenant. Initial training involves Basic Military Training at the Cadet School, Military College, DFTC, Curragh Camp and later Naval Training at the Naval Base, Haulbowline, Co. Cork and aboard ship. The initial training is similar to the Operations Branch and Marine Engineering Cadets. In year two (2), the Graduate Electrical Engineering Cadet will undertake short modules in the National Maritime College Ireland (NMCI) in Ringaskiddy, Cork. The modules will introduce the Cadet to naval electrical equipment and systems. During the year, the Cadet will spend a period at sea to familiarise them with the equipment in an operational environment. While in year two (2), the non-Graduate Cadet will commence studies in either a Level 8 degree in Electrical Engineering or Electronic Engineering in Cork Institute of Technology, followed by short modules in the National Maritime College Ireland (NMCI) in Ringaskiddy, Cork. When fully qualified as an Electrical Engineering Officer, they may be offered a full Commission without limitation as to time. The Naval Service is fully committed to Continuous Professional Development. Subject to the exigencies of the service, Officers will be actively encouraged and facilitated to advance their studies in order to become chartered. Eligibility Requirements to join the Cadetship: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Army (Ordnance) Cadet
Description The Army Ordnance Corps was first established as a separate entity in May 1922. The Ordnance Corps has an operational and a logistical role within the Defence Force. The logistical role is to provide technical support in the procurement, storage, distribution, inspection, maintenance, repair and disposal of all items of ordnance. The complete list of ordnance related equipment in use within the Irish Defence Forces is extensive, but includes ammunition, CBRN detection equipment & protection, explosives, tentage, night vision equipment & thermal imaging assets, clothing, armour protection, robotics, heavy and light weapons, turrets & mounting systems, naval armaments, fire control instrumentation, field catering equipment and tactical engagement systems & simulators. The Ordnance Corps also provide the only Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) service within the State in Aid to the Civil Power and supervises the development of Counter Improvised Explosive Device capability within the Defence Forces. The Ordnance Cadet Ordnance Cadets undergo the same course of training as Army Cadets. On successful completion of Cadetship, the Cadet will be eligible, for appointment as a Commissioned Officer in the rank of 2nd Lieutenant or Lieutenant. On appointment to the Ordnance Corps, the Commissioned Officer will receive Rate 2 pay. On appointment to the Ordnance Corps, an Ordnance Officer will be expected to successfully complete a Young Officers Course of approximately 22 months’ duration in the Ordnance School, Curragh Camp. During the Ordnance Young Officers Course, Ordnance Officers will complete a Master’s Degree (Level 9 of the National Framework of Qualifications) in Ordnance, Munitions and Explosives Engineering. Any Ordnance Officer that fails to complete the Young Officer Course will be posted to an Army Line Officer Appointment, outside of the Ordnance Corps and will revert to Rate 1 pay. Eligibility Requirements to join the Cadetship: · Applicants must be 18 years of age and under 39 years of age on closing date of application: you will be required to provide proof of your age if you progress to the next stage of the competition. · You must be at least 5ft 2in (157.48cm) in height to be eligible. You will be measured during the selection process. · No tattoos are to be visible above the collar while serving at the Defence Forces. This will be checked during the selection process and you may not proceed if you have visible tattoos above your collar. · Applicants must meet the working permit eligibility criteria to serve as part of the Defence Forces. i.e. You must have a minimum of 5 years eligibility to stay in Ireland. You will be requested to provide proof of working permit on your application. · Must meet medical, physical and security clearance standards in which will be assessed during the recruitment process. · Education Qualification: Graduate Candidates o Must have successfully completed one of the following Bachelor Degree programmes at Level 8, of the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ): I. Bachelor of Science, Physics and/or Chemistry, or II. Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical or Electronic Engineering, or III. Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Engineering, Optical Electronics or Mech-Electronics Where an applicant has a Level 8 or higher NFQ qualification not specified above, they may seek a determination that the qualification meets the requirements subject to submitting suitable evidence of equivalence to Defence Forces Recruitment Section, Defence Forces Headquarters, Department of Defence, Station Road, Newbridge, Co. Kildare, W12 AD93, for the Director of Ordnance’s determination. For detailed information about the Cadetship, please refer to the Terms and Conditions attached to this advertisement CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Naval Service (Operations Branch) Cadet
What is the Naval Service Operations Branch? Officers of the Operations Branch of the Naval Service are responsible for the efficient running of the ship. It is only from within this Branch that an officer may become Captain of a ship. The Operations Branch Officer’s responsibilities include Bridge Watchkeeping, where they are responsible for the safe navigation of the ship and the safety of the ship’s company. Operations Branch Officers also lead boarding teams in fishery protection and anti-drug running boarding operations. The Operations Branch Cadet will undergo a course of training of approximately twenty-one months duration. Initial training takes place in the Cadet School, Military College, DFTC, Curragh Camp and is of approximately three months duration. Subsequent training takes place in the Naval Base, Haulbowline, Co Cork and aboard ship. This training encompasses both the theory and practical application of the skills required for the Officer to take their place as a fully functional member of the ship’s command team. Subjects covered include Navigation, Seamanship, Gunnery, Leadership and Management. On completion of cadet training, an Operations Branch Cadet is eligible to be commissioned on a 3 year Short Service Commission in the rank of Ensign or Sub-Lieutenant. After commissioning, training continues both at sea and ashore until the Officer is fully qualified to take an appointment on board ship. When fully qualified as an Operations Branch Officer, they may be offered a full Commission without limitation as to time. The fully trained Junior Officer spends the following years on sea/shore rotations. The primary sea duties involve watchkeeping and navigation while shore duties involve training or administrative appointments. The Naval Service Officer can avail of opportunities of further education as well as participating in professional sub-specialisation courses such as Tactical and Naval Warfare Courses at home and abroad. Eligibility Requirements to join the Cadetship: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Air Corps (Air Traffic Controller) Cadetship
SECTION 1 CONDITIONS GOVERNING THE AWARD OF CADETSHIPS IN THE PERMANENT DEFENCE FORCE (AIR CORPS) 1. GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS To qualify for the award of a Cadetship, a candidate shall: a. at the time of application be- (i) a citizen of the State, or be any other person who has a lawful entitlement to reside and work within the State for the period of enlistment required for the course of training as a cadet and, if subsequently commissioned as an officer, for the additional period that is required for the purpose of any such appointment. (ii) Be of good character and satisfy any security clearance requirement. b. Be 18 years of age or aboveand under 39 years of age on the closing date for applications i.e., 08 March 2026. 2. MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS a. AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL OFFICER CADETSHIPS (AIR CORPS) School Leaver/Non-Graduate Candidates Must possessa minimum of Grade H5 in 3 Higher Level papers, and Grade O6 in 3 Ordinary level papers or Grade H7 in 3 Higher level papers. Candidates must have obtained these grades in a single sitting of the Leaving Certificate examination for CAO computation purposes. AND A candidate’s educational qualifications must include a minimum of Grade O6 at Ordinary Level or Grade H7 at Higher Level in the following subjects: (i) Mathematics (ii) Irish. NUI matriculation exemptions apply. (iii) English. Candidates whose first language is not English must satisfy the English language requirements in accordance with NUI Matriculations Regulations. Subject to meeting the criteria to have obtaineda minimum of Grade H5 in 3 Higher Level papers and Grade O6 in 3 Ordinary level papers or Grade H7 in 3 Higher level papers, a candidate may use the results of another sitting of the Leaving Certificate for the minimum educational requirements in (i) to (iii) above . Graduate Candidates must have successfully completed a bachelor’s degree programme at Level 8 of the National Framework of Qualifications. PLEASE NOTE: · Leaving Certificate Applied does not qualify for the Cadetship competitions. · Where applicable, applications for Cadetships are invited from persons who have applied to sit for examinations in the competition year, which would enable them to satisfy the Minimum Educational Qualifications criteria, as specified above. Original documentary evidence that a candidate meets the minimum educational qualifications, as outlined above, must be presented to the relevant Interview Board Secretary. Applicants will be notified of a date via email when this evidence must be provided by. · Candidates must provide documentary proof from the National University of Ireland, at Stage 1 of the selection procedure, for any educational exemptions. Further information is available on www.nui.ie · To be eligible to apply for a Cadetship, holders of European and International qualifications must satisfy the Matriculation Registration requirements as outlined in the current “NUI Matriculation Regulations available on www.nui.ie · The equivalent grades required for those candidates who sat the Leaving Certificate Examination prior to 2017 can be found at Annex E. 3. MEDICAL AND PHYSICAL STANDARDS Candidates must be in good mental and bodily health and free from any physical defect, abnormality, physiological condition or history of serious illness likely to interfere with the efficient performance of their duties. See Annex C and D (Laser Eye Surgery and Fitness Testing) Air Traffic Control candidates are required to pass an Initial Class 3 aero-medical examination, the medical requirements for which are set out in Annex IV (Part ATCO.MED) of Regulation (EU) 2015/340. In addition, the following are the minimum physical requirements: a. Height A candidates’ height will be determined at the Medical Examination – see Para. 8. Weight and chest measurements must be in keeping with height and age. Min. height: 157.48cm. Note: BMI will be determined at Stage 2, the Assessment Phase of the competition b. Vision Colour vision must be normal. Both eyes must be free from disfiguring or incapacitating abnormality and free from acute or chronic disease. There must be no evidence of squint or latent squint. The eligibility of applicants who have had previous incisional or laser treatment to correct visual acuity will be determined at the Medical Examination. Please see Annex C for further information Vision with or without optical correction, shall be 6/9 or better in each eye separately, and visual acuity with both eyes shall be 6/6 or better. c. Dental Candidates must be free from any serious periodontal disease and possess teeth to a specific standard, which is not less than the equivalent of eleven over eleven natural teeth functionally opposed. In certain circumstances, artificial teeth may be acceptable. d. Hearing A good standard of unaided hearing is essential. Candidates will be required to undergo an audiometric test at which: i. The sum of the hearing threshold at 1,2,3, 4 and 6 kHz should not exceed the age and gender related warning levels contained in the "Guidelines on Hearing Checks and Audiometry Regulations 2007", issued by the Health and Safety Authority. ii. Candidates under 25 years of age must be able to hear all measured pure tones up to and including 8 kHz at 20dB in each ear. Candidates aged 25 and older must be able to hear all measured pure tones up to and including 8 kHz at 25dB in each ear. Candidates must also be free from acute or chronic ear disorders. Candidates are advised to avoid all sources of loud noise or music for a period of 48 hours prior to this audiometric test, as exposure to such noise may adversely affect the results of the test. N.B. Candidates must satisfy the appropriate medical and physical standards and requirements as outlined above to remain in the Competition. In addition, successful Candidates will be required to undertake compulsory random drug testing throughout their career in the Defence Forces in accordance with Defence Force Regulation A7. 4. APPLICATION FOR CADETSHIP Candidates must apply online at www.military.ie . Candidates wishing to undertake the assessments through Irish must make this request known to the Defence Forces Recruitment Section at recruitment@defenceforces.ie All correspondence with candidates will be done by e-mail for the duration of the competition. Candidates should ensure the e-mail address given is accurate and correct. Each application is acknowledged automatically by the system within 24 hours. If an acknowledgement is not received within 48 hours of applying, candidates should immediately contact the Defence Forces Recruitment Section at 045 492553 or at recruitment@defenceforces.ie Likewise, if an applicant’s email address should change, the onus is on the applicant to contact the Defence Forces Recruitment Section immediately advising them of the change of email. Serving members of the PDF will be required to include their Service Number on the application form. All Candidates who are invited to attend for the Assessment Phase of the competition, as outlined under Selection Procedure below, will be required to bring valid identification, i.e. Passport or Driving Licence as proof of identity. In addition, graduate candidates and candidates who have sat their Leaving Certificate examination prior to 2024 will be required to bring original documentary evidence that they meet the minimum educational qualifications, as outlined above. Candidates called to Stage 4 - the Interview - will be required to bring their long form Birth Certificate (Photocopies are not acceptable). 5. SELECTION PROCEDURE - AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL OFFICER CADETSHIPS (AIR CORPS) The following competencies have been identified as being essential for an Air Corps (Air Traffic Controller) Cadet. These competencies will be assessed throughout the various stages of the competition. Competency What the candidate will have to display Planning and Organising The ability to plan, prioritise and organise people and other resources. Decision Making and Problem Solving An ability to carefully analyse problems, in order to generate appropriate solutions. A preparedness to stand by a decision and to accept responsibility for its consequences. Information Handling The aptitude for absorbing information; to be able to identify relevant information. Working with Others An aptitude for working within a team environment; to be supportive of others. Communication Clear, concise and effective communication skills. Leadership and Supervising The ability and motivation to take responsibility for others; to co-ordinate and to delegate to others. Personal Motivation and Discipline A commitment to the Air Corps as a career. An ability to act on own initiative. High Stress Tolerance The ability to think and act under pressure, to be emotionally stable. Resilience Calmness when faced with conflicting demands and when working under pressure. Physical Capacity To meet the standards set for the Air Corps Cadet. Technical Aptitude The ability to absorb technical knowledge, a preference for the technical sphere of career development. Maturity Common sense for his/her age, the social maturity to sustain studies and absence from home. Candidates, if selected, will be required to attend for the various stages of the selection procedure on the dates and times as notified by email. Candidates who fail to attend for any stage of the selection procedure will be disqualified from participation in any further stages of that competition. Stage 1 – Online Psychometric Testing Stage 1 of the selection procedure involves tests that measure a range of skills and qualities that are necessary in the job. These tests provide a consistent and suitable way of screening candidates at the initial stage of the selection campaign. These tests are designed to identify the most suitable people to go forward to the next stage of the Cadetship Competition. The tests have been designed so that they are fair to all applicants and are objectively scored. Candidates will be required to complete an unsupervised psychometric test online within the timeframe specified by the Defence Forces. Candidates will be supplied with psychometric test familiarisation material to introduce them to the format of the tests. Candidates who have attained the requisite score in the unsupervised online psychometric test, at Stage 1 will be required to attend for a subsequent supervised online psychometric test at Stage 2. If a candidate’s performance at a supervised test is outside the expected scoring range from their unsupervised test at Stage 1, they may be excluded from subsequent stages of the selection process. Candidates should pay particular attention to ensuring that the contact details specified on their application are correct. Note: If a candidate fails to meet the minimum standard at Stage 1, they will not be permitted to proceed to the next stage of the competition. Stage 2 – Military And Air Traffic Controller Assessments Air Corps (Air Traffic Controller) Cadetship candidates who have attained the requisite score at Stage 1 of the competition, will be required to attend for Military and Air Traffic Controller Assessments as part of the Competition. The Military Assessment will consist of the following: · Physical Fitness Test: To qualify for a Cadetship, candidates will be required to undergo a physical fitness test, which is designed to assess their potential to undergo the rigours of military training. Candidates must attain the minimum standard laid down to proceed in the competition (See Annex ‘D’ for details of the test and suggested training programme). Candidates’ weight and height will be determined at this stage. Candidates must conform to the height and weight requirements to proceed in the competition. To reiterate, the physical fitness test is a prerequisite, and if a candidate fails the test i.e. receives a Red grading standard, they will not be permitted to proceed to the next stage of the assessment. · Group Assessment: Candidates will be required to participate in a group assessment. The Air Traffic Controller Assessment: The aviation assessment for Air Traffic Controller candidates consists of specific computer-based psychometric tests which are supervised. Candidates will be supplied with test familiarisation material to introduce them to the format of the tests. These tests comprise of two parts. Part 1: FEAST Test (First European Air Traffic Controller Selection Test) – duration 2hrs 20mins. The Test Battery consists of a set of tests, which examine a candidate's ability with regard to a number of items including the following: · Heading and Range Test · English Listening and Comprehension · Planning Ability · Sort Task · Alertness in Simple and Multi-Tasking Situations Test · Visualisation Test Part 2: DART Test (Dynamic ATC Radar Test) – duration 2hrs 10mins. Applicants who obtain a sufficiently high standard on the Part 1 FEAST Test are called for Part 2 DART test, to be held later on the same day. The DART Test is a computer-based aptitude test, aimed at measuring your multi-tasking abilities. The test will require you to perform a number of different tasks at the same time like in the job of an Air Traffic Controller. The test is designed for beginners with no background in ATC. Candidates who achieve a sufficiently high standard in the Part 2 DART Test may be called for a group interview/exercise. Personality Questionnaire All candidates will be required to complete a personality questionnaire during the Stage 2 Aviation Assessment phase, for subsequent psychological review. Realistic Job Preview This will involve candidates interacting with Cadets and/or Officers of the Air Corps. This realistic job preview is not assessed. Note: If a candidate fails to meet the required standards of the Military or Aviation Assessments, they will not be permitted to proceed to the next stage of the competition. Stage 3 – The Interview Successful candidates will be invited to attend a competency based final interview during which they will be required to demonstrate competency in the following areas: · Maturity · Working with Others · Leadership and Supervising · Personal Motivation and Discipline · Planning and Organising · Communication · Resilience · Technical Aptitude · Decision Making and Problem Solving In the competency-based interview, candidates will be asked to give examples from their own experiences of life, school, university, hobbies, work, pastimes, etc., to demonstrate evidence in several of the above areas. Candidates who fail any of the competencies at Final Interview will be deemed unsuccessful in the competition. Feedback is available upon request. All requests for feedback must be received within 3 months of issuance of the individual’s result. 6. Bonus Marks. Candidates who are members of the Defence Forces and who satisfy the requirements at paragraph 11(a) or 11(b) of these conditions will receive a % bonus mark of the total marks for the final interview. These bonus marks are as follows: Serving NCO in the Permanent Defence Force 8% Serving Private in the Permanent Defence Force 6% Serving Officer or NCO in the Reserve Defence Force 3% Serving Private in the Reserve Defence Force 2% EU Regulation 2023/893 amending regulation replaced Aerodrome Control Instrument (ADI) with Aerodrome Control (ADC). The ATC Cadet syllabus uses the term ADC. The process of awarding bonus marks may be subject to review in advance of future Cadet Competitions . 7. PROVISIONS FOR CERTAIN MEMBERS OF THE DEFENCE FORCES The following personnel of the Defence Forces will be eligible for the award of additional marks as specified in paragraph 6 of these conditions: a. Members of the Permanent Defence Force who are serving on the date of commencement of interviews by the Final Interview Board. Note: Before entering upon the prescribed course of Cadet training successful candidates who are Non-Commissioned Officers of the Permanent Defence Force will revert to the rank of Private Three Star. b. Members of the Army Reserve or the Naval Service Reserve who have been on the effective strength of their Units from 1 January, of the year previous to the competition year, and who continue to remain on such effective strength up to the date of commencement of interviews by the Final Interview Board, and who have Completed a course(s) of training or instruction amounting to a minimum total period of fourteen days, as prescribed in paragraph 40 of Defence Force Regulations R.5. Note: Successful candidates who are members of the Army Reserve (AR) or Naval Service Reserve (NSR) must, before entering upon the prescribed course of Cadet training, tender the resignation of their commissions if they are Officers or be discharged from the AR or NSR if they are Non-Commissioned personnel. 8. Employee Vetting by An Garda Síochána. Candidates who are invited to attend before an Interview Board will be required to complete and sign a Garda Vetting Application Form. This will, pursuant to the Data Protection Act of 2018, authorise An Garda Síochána to furnish to the Military Authorities, a statement that there are no convictions recorded against the candidate or, if applicable, a statement of convictions. 9. Medical and Physical Examinations A panel will be formed from Candidates who are successful at interview. Candidates on this panel will be required to undergo and pass a detailed medical examination, which includes at a minimum: an audiometric test and pulmonary function tests, blood tests, an electrocardiograph, full ophthalmology review and chest X-ray. Candidates who do not pass the medical examination owing to a medical condition that, in the opinion of the Examining Medical Officer, is capable of being remedied by treatment, may be afforded the opportunity of having the condition rectified within one week of their examination at their own expense . Such candidates will be required to submit medical evidence indicating that the condition has been remedied. They may be required to undergo further medical examination, by another Medical Officer. Medical fitness will not be confirmed until the results of all tests are available to the Medical Officer. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
