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Longford and Westmeath Education and Training Board (LWETB) LWETB invites applications for the above permanent role . The initial assignment will focus on Further Education and Training (FET) Projects . However, LWETB reserves the right to assign the successful candidate to another operational area. A panel for the above Grade V FET Learner & Staff Supports role only may be formed and remain in place until 31 August 2026 . Purpose of the Role Work as part of the FET team to develop, coordinate, and deliver local and national initiatives across the Further Education and Training service, with a focus on:
Surgical Senior House Officer
Suitable candidates must have; Active full registration with the Irish Medical Council Status to work in Ireland please not there will be an expectation of elective work off site at MRH Tullamore with this post
Maintenance Officer
Maintenance Officer - Grosvenor House Location: Grosvenor House, 5 Glengall St, Belfast, BT12 5AD Salary: £11,305.84 per annum (£15.53 per hour - effective 1st of April) Contract: Permanent Work hours: 14 hours per week - 2 days, On Call Rota Please note we do not offer sponsorship for this role. Belfast Central Mission (BCM) is an award-winning leading charity with social care projects and social enterprises across Northern Ireland. With over 300 staff and volunteers. The Estates & Facilities team support all services across Northern Ireland to deliver vital services to people at their point of need. The team currently looks after a portfolio of 10 properties. This includes supported accommodation, care homes and 2 private dwellings. These are mixtures of joint and sole tenancies. The Estates & Facilities team supports the following: • Planned preventive and reactive maintenance. • Health and Safety requirements for the full organisation and all its sites. • Supports an external IT company to meet the organisations IT requirements. • Facilities management of Grosvenor House, Glengall Street, Belfast. Your new role You will be responsible for all upkeep and repair duties including maintaining green spaces, identifying need for repairs, responding to maintenance requests, and servicing equipment throughout the business. To be an effective Maintenance officer, you will be skilled and hard-working, with outstanding problem-solving abilities. What we can offer you Please see attached job description and specification for further details BCM is an Equal Opportunity Employer We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Post Office Clerk & Medicine Counter Assistant
Join Our Team – 3‑Day Floating Role Ballinlough Post Office & O’Sullivans Pharmacies (Douglas, Wilton & Bishopstown) We’re looking for a friendly, adaptable team member to work across our Ballinlough Post Office and our O’Sullivans Pharmacy locations in Douglas and Bishopstown. This is a 3‑day‑per‑week position, ideal for someone who enjoys variety in their workday and thrives in a customer‑focused environment. Experience is an advantage, but not essential — full training will be provided. What We’re Looking For If you’d like to join a community‑focused business with fantastic colleagues, we’d love to hear from you. Apply with your CV to lorraine@osullivanspharmacy.ie or apply through this site. Applications close on 6 April 2026.
ICT Information Security Officer
Duties and Responsibilities: Please refer to full job description for a complete list of duties and responsibilities
Senior House Officer In Vascular Surgery
The successful candidate will be required to start Monday 13th July 2026. The successful candidate will work as part of a busy vascular service and responsibilities include assisting with elective and emergency surgery in the main CUH site as well as the surgical hub, out patients clinics, ward rounds and related activities, clinical presentations, audit and teaching of medical students. Vascular trainee also work as part of a hospital trauma team, participate in general or vascular surgery on-call rota and will be expected to attend all departmental teaching and training activities.
Assistant Parks & Landscape Officer
Galway City is located on the River Corrib between Lough Corrib and Galway Bay. It covers approximately 50 square kilometres of land and has a population of 83,456 (CSO, Census 2022). It is divided by the River Corrib that flows from Lough Corrib, directly north of the city boundary extents. The City is bound by the edge of Galway Bay, a natural harbour. Lough Atalia, a large 50 HA estuarine lagoon, is located on the east side of the city and is a dominant landscape feature. Galway is a diverse, multi-cultural city where almost one third of people are non-Irish. The population of the City is growing and the growth of the City reflects the global trend of urbanisation and the attractiveness of Galway as a place to live, work, study, and visit. Galway has a diverse and unique landscape for people to explore, and the City offers a wealth of high quality recreational spaces and opportunities. The City’s situation on the coast is ingrained within its cultural identity. Galway boasts a wide variety of beaches including Blackrock with its iconic diving board, Salthill and Ballyloughane Beach. The Promenade (also referred to as the ‘The Prom’) is a key connecting active travel route that runs parallel to the coastal edge. The Three City Parks (Barna Woods, Merlin Woods and Terryland Forest Park) are large patches of woodland that support a range of passive and active recreational activities. There are numerous walking trails throughout the City Parks with areas of unprogrammed space that offer a chance to immerse oneself in natural spaces or engage socially. The City Parks promote a strong sense of community and local connection. The Recreation & Amenity Department manages and is responsible for the network of public parks, woodlands, civic spaces, play facilities, skate-parks, all-weather sports facilities, tennis and basketball courts, natural sports pitches, allotments and community gardens, dressing rooms, recreation centres, a boxing club and snooker hall, beaches, bathing areas and changing facilities, diving and swim facilities, life guard facilities and staffing, water safety infrastructure, natural and man-made heritage conservation, cemeteries, housing estate open space management, road side amenities and roundabouts. The above is a non-exhaustive list and as Galway City expands so do our facilities. Our work involves maintenance of existing facilities, development management control and the advancement of new facilities or refurbishments through the Capital Programmes. The Objective of the Department is to maintain and improve the quality of existing facilities which includes ensuring the retention of Green Flag status in our parks, blue flags and green coast awards for our beaches and coastal areas. Also to develop and promote the provision of high quality recreational, leisure and amenity facilities for all age groups and abilities. Enhance the quality of life for our citizens and visitors alike. The Priorities of the Department for include the following: · Implementation of the Green Spaces Strategy & the Galway City Recreation and Amenity needs strategy. · Establish and implement the Galway City Bio Diversity Plan 2025 to 2030 · Progress Policies and Procedures for all areas to provide for enhanced biodiversity and greening of our City and to provide for equality for all ages and abilities in accessing and utilising our facilities including open spaces, buildings & facilities management. · Advance a large range of projects within Recreation & Amenity set out and revised in our 3 year Capital Programme · Establish Maintenance plans and schedules for existing and new infrastructure. · Support unplanned events to put in place solutions when the arise. · Review and input into outdoor events in open green spaces, parks woodlands, beaches etc. · Review, update and introduce By-Laws. · Engage with the public, Councillors, politicians, stakeholders, as required on planned and unplanned events/projects. Review and inputs into planning applications, small to large scale housing developments, other all developments. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Assistant Parks and Landscape Officer’s role & responsibility will be as a key team member in Galway City Council’s Recreation & Amenity Department to manage, conserve and develop its large asset base portfolio of Parks, Woodlands, Sports fields, All Weather Facilities, Residential Open Spaces, Civic Spaces, River Walks, Leisure Trails, Beaches, Promenades, Cemeteries, Marine, Coastal Wetland & Karst Limestone Habitats (EU Habitat Directive sites) and more. This is a collaborative role working in a dynamic environment with competing deadlines supporting a highly skilled team. Daily duties of the role include assisting senior landscape architects, supporting senior engineers and ecologists, liaising with community groups and elected representatives, preparing project documentation, developing planting plans, onsite visits with outdoor staff and contributing to the creation of sustainable and innovative landscape solutions. The ideal candidate enjoys working with people and is passionate about communities and providing excellent customer service. The candidate will be proactive and is willing to work on multi-site-based projects as well as being office based. A full clean driver’s license and flexibility to travel between project sites is a requirement. A key objective for the department is to deliver excellent public realm projects and new amenity facilities for communities across the city with a particular focus on underserved and underrepresented communities. Developing good public participation systems within the department for groups such as young people and children, older people and people with disabilities is an important component of delivering successful public realm for communities. The type of candidate we are looking for has a keen interest in improving outcomes for communities, enjoys meeting new people and assisting in organising public events. A key objective of the department is to work with volunteer groups in the city and resident associations in the estates, to deliver initiatives for biodiversity friendly landscape management practices, such as the Health Green Spaces Initiative. A keen interest in working with the public to deliver biodiversity projects is important. In addition to the above, the type of candidate we are looking for has a solid background in landscape design and a passion for plants, trees, communities and biodiversity. The ideal candidate has an interest in learning how to plan landscapes at city scale level and who cares about solving problems on the ground and relishes attention to detail in design finishes. We are looking for a person who is motivated by delivering excellent public service. The candidate will have demonstratable experience in design brief development and preparation of tender documents for procurement of consultancy and contractor services is important; Experience in monitoring, tracking and reporting at various stages of planning, tendering, procurement, pre-construction, construction and post construction stages for landscape projects is a distinct advantage for the role. The ideal candidate will be a person who possesses a mix of technical abilities (AutoCAD, preparing planting plans, ordering hard and soft materials, GIS an advantage) and site management experience (dealing with landscaping contractors, nurseries, hard landscaping suppliers). The Assistant Parks and Landscape Officer will have a significant function as part of the Recreational and Amenity Department’s Team in a supporting and technical capacity role to assist in the delivery of the Departments priorities as listed above and specifically including the following: · Undertake the procurement and management of landscape maintenance contracts; · Responsible for the delivery of assigned actions and supporting other team members: o in the advancement and development of the objectives and actions set out in the Green spaces strategy, Galway City Recreation & Amenity Needs Strategy, the All Ireland Pollinator Plan and Galway City Biodiversity Plan; o Drafting of Natural Environment policies & procedures including Invasive Species Management Plans, Noxious Weed Species Management, Controlled Diseases (as identified by the Department of Agriculture); · Responsible for the delivery assigned actions within our department Climate action plan to meet our 2030 targets · Responsible for the delivery of assigned actions in the Annual Service delivery plan and team development plans · Prepare draft management plans for our major park and sports facilities for sign off by Senior management including maintenance plans · Prepare the annual compilation of application documents for the An Taisce Green Flag Competition; · Preparation of reports for Submission to Council, Senior Management Department, the Department of Housing Planning & Local Government, the Department of Children & Youth Affairs & the Department of Arts, Heritage and as part of development control; · Prepare the monthly and annual reports for senior management and Council members and meetings · Participate in the design of a strategic framework of public realm and floral projects across the City; working with other departments as necessary · Provide technical support and expertise to the Engineering Team in areas covered by Horticultural, soil Sciences & Arboriculture fields. · Provide technical inputs in the design and development of minor works contracts involving soft works and tree/hedge conservation. · Providing Horticultural and Arboriculture expertise and responses to queries received from Residents Associations, Community Groups and Environmental · Providing essential inputs for Risk Assessments for Horticultural Works areas including Pesticide specification use, Horticultural Machinery, Soil & Fertiliser requirements (avoiding contamination); · Assisting & Certifying contract works involving horticultural & agronomy works (eg. Sport-field over sowing). · Supervision of staff inclusive of outdoor staff. · Undertake reviews and assess planning applications against Galway City Council Parks policy. · Manage and provide technical input where necessary on enforcement/legal matters regarding our parks. · Review and advise on planning applications regarding adherence to Galway City Council Green spaces policies. · Working with local residents and representative groups on green space development. · Providing input and undertaking development and revision of Galway City Council Parks policies and bye-laws Other duties relevant to the post as may be determined from time to time. ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POST 1. Character Candidates shall be of good character. 2. 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. 3. Citizenship : Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: i. A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or ii. A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or iii. A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or iv. 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 v. 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 vi. 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 4. Education, Training, Experience, etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) Hold a qualification in Horticulture, Landscape Architecture, Arboriculture, Natural or Environmental Science ( Level 8 or Higher on the National Framework of Qualifications ); (b) Have not less than two years post graduate satisfactory experience of planning, design, development and management of one or more of the following: Parks, Heritage Landscapes and Gardens, Open Spaces, Green Infrastructure, Public Realm and Urban Design, Urban Forests, Sports Grounds, Recreation and Play Facilities, Burial Grounds, Community Gardens and Allotments; (c) Possess a high standard of professional competence and experience; (d) Have good communication skills, ability to work on their own initiative and as a team member Driving Licence Requirement Applicants should at the date of applying hold a full unendorsed valid Irish/EU licence, for Class B vehicles, or a licence acceptable to NDLS for transfer to full Irish licence (link below) https://www.ndls.ie/help/faq.html#exchange-of-foreign-driving-licences *Non-Irish Qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications, overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. Desirable It is desirable that candidates should have the following: · a satisfactory knowledge of the principles of parks design. · satisfactory professional knowledge and experience of public realm, landscape and urban design. · qualification, ability and experience in the technical design and presentation of parks and open spaces and projects. · competence in landscape design and technical ability in terms of project design, description, drawings and presentation. · knowledge of the legislation, policies, procedures and regulations guiding the design, operation and management of the public realm. · knowledge of current recreational needs, interests, trends and facilities. · knowledge of the methods, techniques and requirements for the upkeep of buildings, facilities, grounds and equipment. · knowledge of the principles and practices in the management of natural resources within parks and open spaces. · knowledge of public relations and possess good interpersonal and communication skills and have the ability to engage with a wide range of people. · knowledge of public procurement processes. · knowledge and awareness of Health and Safety Legislation and Regulations, their implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace. · good organisation skills. · excellent interpersonal and communication skills and have the ability to engage with a wide range of people. · the capacity to work on his/her own initiative. · competency in the area of information technology with well-developed skills including presentation work. · an aptitude for problem solving. · an understanding of Local Authority services and structures or have the ability to quickly acquire same. · Strong computer skills and CAD experience would be beneficial · GIS knowledge and experience would be desirable Each candidate must include in the application details of all qualifications obtained by them. The invitation to attend for Interview is not to be regarded as an admission that you possess the prescribed qualifications and/or requirements for this post or are you qualified by law to hold the post. Documentary proof will be required before appointment where you claim credit for particular qualification, experience, etc. COMPETENCIES FOR THE POST Key Competencies for the post are given in the table below. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate sufficient evidence within their application and at interview of competence under each of these headings. Strategic Management & Change · Strategic Ability Displays the ability to think and act strategically to ensure that functional responsibility is properly aligned with the purpose, mission and vision of Galway City Council. Is effective in translating the vision of the Corporate Plan into operational plans and outputs as it relates to Procurement. · Networking and Representing Establishes, maintains, participates and contributes to networks and works collaboratively with stakeholders to enhance the procurement objectives of the Council. Sustains a positive image and profile of Galway City Council. · Political Awareness Has a clear understanding of the political reality and context of the Council. · Bringing about Change Effectively introduces change. Overcomes resistance to change. Demonstrates flexibility and openness to change. Delivering Results and Communicating Effectively · Problem Solving and Decision Making Pinpoints the critical information and can address issues logically. Understands the context and impact of decisions made. Acts decisively and makes timely, informed and effective decisions. · Operational Planning Contributes to operational plans and develops team plans in line with priorities and actions for their areas of responsibility, having regard for operational objectives of the Council and available resources. Plan and prioritise work and resources effectively. · Managing Resources Manages the allocation, use and evaluation of resources to ensure efficient delivery of objectives. · Communicates Effectively Recognises the value of and requirement to communicate effectively with all colleagues and stakeholders. Has effective verbal and written communication skills. Presents ideas effectively to individuals and groups. Performance Through People · Leading and Motivating Leads, motivates and engages other to achieve quality results and Corporate objectives. Leads by example in terms of commitment, flexibility and a strong customer service ethos. · Managing Performance Effectively manages performance including underperformance or conflict. Empowers and encourages people to deliver their part of the operational plan. PRINCIPAL CONDITIONS OF SERVICE Type of Post Future relevant permanent and temporary posts will be filled from the panel(s) formed. The post(s) will be whole-time, permanent/temporary and pensionable. Remuneration The annual salary (Circular EL 02-2026, Revised Local Authority Scales Operative from 1 February 2026) is as follows: (Analogous to pay scale of Assistant Engineer) Point 01/02/2026 €47,770 - €74,068 IMPORTANT NOTE: Candidates should note that the starting salary is not subject to negotiation . Entry into the pay scale above the minimum point will only apply to existing public servants in the context of the relevant Government Pay Circulars. Candidates who are not covered by such Circulars will enter the pay scale at the minimum point i.e. €47,770. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. The holder of the office shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to and received by them by virtue of their office or in respect of services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform.
Health & Safety Officer
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following post: Grade VII – Health & Safety Officer Specific purpose, Part-time & Pensionable (initial 6-month contract) working 14 hours per week Applications must be completed online through the digital application form. Applicants will be shortlisted based on information supplied in their application. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their application is received in the Human Resources Department before the closing date. St. John’s Hospital is an equal opportunities employer
HSE Safety Officer
OVERALL ROLE OBJECTIVE: To provide Health and Safety support to the Process Safety Manager within Almac Group. The position is primarily concerned with the implementation of safety policies and procedures within Almac Group. JOB SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: The post holder will: Support the implementation of safe systems of work, which will include regular proactive and reactive monitoring, including provision of risk assessments, accident investigation, delivery of training, production and development of Standard Operating Procedures, advice to management, and participation in HSE Committees. Assist in the maintenance of ISO 45001 & ISO 14001 certification. Assist in the development of emergency planning, including maintenance of Fire Risk Assessments, identification and training of First Responders, upkeep of emergency equipment and all associated records. Provide advice and guidance to management and employees on safety issues. Implement and monitor compliance with standard operating procedures. Support Risk and COSHH Assessment processes. Carry out regular safety inspections and audits. Liaise with Engineering and Facilities Departments on contractor arrangements and site projects as required. Understand and follow the Company’s Health and Safety Policy. QUALIFICATIONS Educated to A-Level (or equivalent) standard. 5 GCSEs (or equivalent), including Maths, English and Chemistry. NEBOSH certificate (or equivalent). EXPERIENCE Previous Health and Safety experience within an industrial setting. KEY SKILLS Excellent attention to detail. Effective communication skills. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office packages, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
Senior Staff Officer
The Role The Senior Staff Officer is a middle management position within the Local Authority and is assigned responsibility for the day to day administration and management of a section or department handling an area of the local authority’s activities, including management and supervision of staff. The Senior Staff Officer is responsible for ensuring that goals set out in Departmental and Team Plans become operational actions through the planning, allocation and prioritisation of work. The Senior Staff Officer is a key point of contact and liaison with other sections or departments in relation to all operational matters for the service delivery section or sections for which they are responsible. The Senior Staff Officer is expected to carry out their duties with an understanding of the political context of local government and in such a manner that enhances public trust and confidence and ensures impartial decision making. Duties The key duties and responsibilities of the post of Senior Staff Officer include but are not limited to: • To be responsible for the management and administration of a section or sections within the Council, including the management and supervision of staff. • To support their line manager to ensure work programmes are implemented to deliver on the Council’s corporate and operational plans, including planning and prioritising work and allocating resources. • To develop and maintain productive working relationships, including providing information and assistance when required. • To act as a key point of contact and liaison in relation to all operational matters for the service delivery section or sections for which they are responsible. • To research, analyse and communicate information on specific issues and policies as appropriate, including compiling, preparing and presenting reports, presentations, correspondence, etc. • To represent the local authority on committees and at meetings and to report on progress in his or her respective section or department as required. • To provide support and administrative assistance in the delivery of projects as required. • To be involved in the day to day financial management of capital and operational expenditure in the department or section. • To identify opportunities for improvements in service delivery within the relevant areas of responsibility. • To implement and manage change management initiatives within the relevant area of responsibility. • To manage and supervise employees in supporting roles, including assigning and scheduling duties and workload, providing ongoing support and handling day to day issues. • To ensure compliance with all organisational policies and procedures within their area of responsibility and to provide assistance in the understanding and interpretation of policies and procedures to employees in their area of responsibility and to customers and other stakeholders as appropriate. • To participate in corporate management activities and responsibilities appropriate to the grade. • To comply with Health and Safety legislative requirements, policies and procedures and safe systems of work. • To participate in duties as required as part of the organisational response to Climate Action to promote and ensure capacity building, empower change and deliver action. • To deputise for the line manager or equivalent as required. • To undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibility, as may be required or assigned from time to time. Qualifications Character Candidates shall be of good character. 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. 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. Education, Training and Experience, etc. Applicants for Panel B – Open Competition Each candidate must, on the latest date of receipt of completed application forms: a. i. have obtained at least a Grade D (or a pass), in Higher or Ordinary Level, in five subjects (or four subjects if Irish is included) from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education established Leaving Certificate Examination or Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme, including Irish and or English and one of the following: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics; and ii. have obtained at least Grade C (or Honours) in Higher Level (or Honours) papers in three subjects in that examination (or two subjects if Irish and or one of the following is included: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics); or b. have obtained a comparable standard in an equivalent examination; or c. hold a third level qualification of at least degree standard; and d. have satisfactory experience in administrative procedures, including adequate practical experience in work of an executive nature, office organisation and control of staff. Applicants for Panel A – Confined Competition Each candidate must, on the latest date of receipt of completed application forms: a. be a serving employee in a local authority or a regional assembly and have at least two years satisfactory experience in a post of Clerical Officer or analogous post; and b. have satisfactory experience in administrative procedures, including adequate practical experience in work of an executive nature, office organisation and control of staff. Applicants for Panel C – Confined Competition Each candidate must, on the latest date of receipt of completed application forms: a. be a serving employee in Longford County Council and have at least two years satisfactory experience in a post of Clerical Officer or analogous post; and b. have satisfactory experience in administrative procedures, including adequate practical experience in work of an executive nature, office organisation and control of staff. Particulars of Employment The Post The post is whole time (i.e. 35 hours per week) and appointment may be permanent or temporary. Location Longford County Council reserves the right to assign the successful candidate to any premises in use by the Council, now or in the future. The person appointed will be required to report to their place of work by their own means of transport and at their own expense. Commencement Longford County Council 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 they fail to take up the appointment within such period or such longer period as the Council in its absolute discretion may determine, Longford County Council shall not appoint them. Working Hours The current working hours are 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday. A flexible working system is in operation. Longford County Council reserves the right to alter the hours of work from time to time. All hours worked are subject to and recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997 and the Organisation of Working Time Regulations 2001. Longford County Council requires employees to record their hours using a clocking system. Reporting Arrangements Senior Staff Officers report directly to the appropriate supervisor in the section or to any other employee of Longford County Council as the Director of Services or other appropriate employee may designate for this purpose. A system of regular appraisal will be operated during employment, which will involve discussions between the employee and the line manager regarding performance and conduct. Probationary Period of Employment There shall be a period after appointment during which the appointee will hold the position on probation. The period of probation will be prescribed by the Chief Executive. Employment may be terminated during the probationary period should service be deemed by the Chief Executive to be unsatisfactory. Employment may be terminated at the end of the probationary period unless the Chief Executive has certified that the employee has satisfactory service. Tenure of employment following probation will be subject to satisfactory service. Remuneration The current salary scale for the post of Senior Staff Officer is: Salary (gross per annum): €57,895 – €70,730 per year Per circular: The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Circulars. On appointment, successful candidates will be placed on the first point of the salary scale. Appointment to a higher point of the salary scale may apply to candidates employed elsewhere in the public service, subject to verification of service history. Remuneration is paid fortnightly by PayPath directly to the employee’s nominated bank account. The current wage pay cycle may be revised during the period of employment. Remuneration is subject to all statutory deductions, e.g. PAYE and PRSI. Increments are paid annually subject to satisfactory attendance, conduct and performance and national agreements. Increments may be withheld if performance, attendance and or conduct are not satisfactory. Superannuation and Retirement A person who becomes a pensionable employee of the County Council will be required, in respect of their superannuation, to contribute to the Local Authority at the appropriate rate. The terms of the Local Government Superannuation (Consolidation) Scheme 1998 as amended or the Public Services Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004 or the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 will apply as appropriate on appointment. • Retirement age for employees is dependent on their relevant contract of employment, with due consideration being given to the rules of the Superannuation Scheme to which they belong. • For appointees who are deemed not to be “new entrants” as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, retirement is compulsory on reaching 70 years of age. • The minimum retirement age for “new entrants” to the public service as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004 is 65. There is no mandatory retirement age. • Effective from 1 January 2013, the Single Public Service 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: – Retirement age is set initially at 66 years; this will rise in line with statutory changes in the State Pension Contributory age to 67 years and 68 years. – Compulsory retirement age will be 70. Annual Leave The current annual leave entitlement for Senior Staff Officer is 30 days per annum, in accordance with the Council’s Annual Leave Policy. The Chief Executive of Longford County Council retains autonomy with regard to office closures (e.g. Christmas Office Closure). Any days arising from such closure will be reserved from the employee’s annual leave entitlement. Proposed office closure days will be reviewed and advised to all employees each year. Driver’s Licence and Insurance Longford County Council employees may on occasion be required to use their car on official business. In such situations, the employee must hold a current clean driver’s licence and have available adequate means of transport. It is the responsibility of the employee to arrange the appropriate car insurance cover for business use and to indemnify Longford County Council with the indemnity specified on your insurance certificate under the heading “Persons or classes of person who are covered”. Documentation to confirm the appropriate insurance cover will be required to be supplied to the Council on an annual basis. Code of Conduct and Organisation Policies Employees are required to adhere to all current and future Longford County Council codes of practice, including the Code of Conduct of Employees and all current and future organisational policies including, but not limited to, Health and Safety, Communications, Data Protection, Equality, Staff Mobility, Attendance Management and Use of Electronic Equipment. Training Employees are required to attend and participate fully in training programmes as may be decided by the Council from time to time and to apply their learning in the course of their daily working activities. Health and Safety Regulations Longford County Council, as an employer, is obliged to ensure, so far as it is reasonably practicable, the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work of all of its employees. Under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, the County Council has a legal duty to exercise all due care and take all protective and preventative measures to protect the Safety, Health and Welfare of its employees. All employees also have a legal obligation under Safety and Health legislation to cooperate with management and not engage in any improper conduct or behaviour or do anything which would place themselves or others at risk. Employees must not be under the influence of an intoxicant at the place of work. Employees must comply with all Safety and Health rules and regulations and attend all required Safety and Health training.
