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Salary: €14.15 per hour We are passionate about making people feel special by delivering world class luxury shopping experiences to our customers.We’re not here to simply sell a product. We’re here to connect with our customers and create lasting memories. We impress them with exceptional knowledge of our exclusive product ranges and premium brands. If you have a passion for delivering outstanding customer experiences and would like to work with some of the world’s most prestigious jewellery, diamond and watch brands, we have an exciting opportunity for you. ABOUT YOU Passionate about delivering outstanding experiences to our customers Fascinated by our products and have a love for all things jewellery, diamonds, and watches. A team player who helps and supports your colleagues when needed. A great communicator with excellent interpersonal skills and a genuine interest in interacting with others. Proactive with a positive can-do attitude. Self-motivated and driven to achieve great results. A fast learner who is keen to embrace new challenges. Experience in a customer facing role ideally within a premium or luxury retail environment. Flexible and available work late nights, weekends, and key trading dates. WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING Play your part in creating great customer experiences. Share your passion for our products with our customers. Consistently achieve personal sales targets and key performance targets. Live by our values (passion, teamwork, respect and trust, positivity, love learning). Follow store standards, policies, and procedures. Create a luxury retail environment with high standards of visual merchandising and replenishment. WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU When you join us, we’ll give you everything you need to get off to a great start; a full induction, excellent training and a Store Development Coach that will support you during your first few months. We value our teams for always going the extra mile and reward this with great benefits, including: Commission scheme based on sales performance A generous discount scheme for you, your family, and friends Annual leave that will increase with length of service Holiday purchase scheme Pension Scheme Uniform allowance Refer a Candidate Scheme Mental health, wellbeing and legal support from our expert health and wellbeing partners Health Assured Bike to work scheme A Volunteer Day with a charity of your choice Social events and activities throughout the year with our Time for Wellness and Recognition scheme We are an equal opportunities employer
Dog Groomers and Groomers Assistants
Petmania Grooming Studios is currently the largest and most successful grooming business in the country and boasts some of the most talented and committed Groomers available. We run busy energetic grooming studios where you will be expected to not only groom our canine customers to a very high standard, but treat our human customers with the same level of customer service you would like to receive yourself. We are currently recruiting for full and part time Groomers and Groomers Assistants for our Galway Store! The successful candidates will join the experienced grooming team in their local store, and take part in all grooming activities including; If you would like to join this team, you must hold a QQI level 5, iPET Network Level 3 Diploma or City and Guilds in Grooming and have at least 1 year’s practical experience in a grooming role.
Dog Groomers and Groomers Assistants
Petmania Grooming Studios is currently the largest and most successful grooming business in the country and boasts some of the most talented and committed Groomers available. We run busy energetic grooming studios where you will be expected to not only groom our canine customers to a very high standard, but treat our human customers with the same level of customer service you would like to receive yourself. We are currently recruiting for full and part time Groomers and Groomers Assistants for our Tullamore Store! The successful candidates will join the experienced grooming team in their local store, and take part in all grooming activities including; If you would like to join this team, you must hold a QQI level 5, iPET Network Level 3 Diploma or City and Guilds in Grooming and have at least 1 year’s practical experience in a grooming role.
Dog Groomers and Groomers Assistants
Petmania Grooming Studios is currently the largest and most successful grooming business in the country and boasts some of the most talented and committed Groomers available. We run busy energetic grooming studios where you will be expected to not only groom our canine customers to a very high standard, but treat our human customers with the same level of customer service you would like to receive yourself. We are currently recruiting for full and part time Groomers and Groomers Assistants for our Clonmel Store! The successful candidates will join the experienced grooming team in their local store, and take part in all grooming activities including; If you would like to join this team, you must hold a QQI level 5, iPET Network Level 3 Diploma or City and Guilds in Grooming and have at least 1 year’s practical experience in a grooming role.
Experienced Dog Groomer
Petmania Grooming Studios is currently the largest and most successful grooming business in the country and boasts some of the most talented and committed Groomers available. We run busy energetic grooming studios where you will be expected to not only groom our canine customers to a very high standard, but treat our human customers with the same level of customer service you would like to receive yourself. We are currently recruiting for full and part time Groomers for our Westport Store! The successful candidates will join the experienced grooming team in their local store, and take part in all grooming activities including; If you would like to join this team, you must hold a QQI level 5, iPET Network Level 3 Diploma or City and Guilds in Grooming and have at least 1 year’s practical experience in a grooming role.
Groomers and Groomers Assistants
Petmania Grooming Studios is currently the largest and most successful grooming business in the country and boasts some of the most talented and committed Groomers available. We run busy energetic grooming studios where you will be expected to not only groom our canine customers to a very high standard, but treat our human customers with the same level of customer service you would like to receive yourself. We are currently recruiting for full and part time Groomers and Groomers Assistants for our Limerick Jetlands Store! The successful candidates will join the experienced grooming team in their local store, and take part in all grooming activities including; If you would like to join this team, you must hold a QQI level 5, iPET Network Level 3 Diploma or City and Guilds in Grooming and have at least 1 year’s practical experience in a grooming role.
Assistant Store Manager
The Petmania Store Assistant Manager is key to the smooth and successful running of a Petmania store. Working closely with the Store Manager you will learn all the skills required to become a store Manager in the future whilst being an essential part of the performance of your store. To qualify you should have at least one years experience in a Managerial role in a retail/sales setting and be passionate about encouraging people to deliver their best. You need to be curious about learning new ways of managing areas of our business that you might not be familiar with, such as our Grooming Studio, and ready to be a hands on leader on the sales floor. This is a full time role and as it's retail we trade weekends so you will be expected to be here at least one weekend day per week. Some (but definitely not all) of the key responsibilities include;
Credit Assessment Officer
The Housing Finance Agency (HFA) is seeking to appoint a Credit Assessment Officer to join its Credit Assessment Team. This is a critical role designed to support the delivery of high-quality credit assessments and customer engagement in line with the HFA’s expanding lending capacity. Reporting to the Senior Credit Assessment Officer, the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the assessment of funding applications, compiling credit documentation, and ensuring timely and accurate communication with customers and collation of lending data. This position is vital to maintaining operational efficiency and upholding the HFA’s commitment to funding social and affordable housing through Approved Housing Bodies (AHBs) and Local Authorities (LAs). KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Customer Engagement & Information Management • Liaise with customers to ensure timely receipt of all required documentation for lending proposals. • Follow up on outstanding information and clarify gaps to support credit assessment. • Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and documentation received. Credit Paper Preparation & Due Diligence • Assessment of AHB/HEI loan applications in accordance with established credit policies, procedures and risk frameworks. • Assist in compiling and reviewing information for credit papers, including financial and operational data. • Support the due diligence process by identifying risks and inconsistencies in applications. • Draft initial versions of credit papers for review by Senior Credit Assessment Officer and submission to management and credit committee. Operational Support & Team Collaboration • Provide day-to-day support to the Senior Credit Assessment Officer and wider team to ensure smooth workflow. • Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal processes and documentation standards. • Assist in managing workload priorities and responding to queries from internal stakeholders. Compliance & Governance • Ensure all activities are carried out in accordance with HFA policies, public sector guidelines and relevant legislation. • Support the delivery of accurate and compliant credit information to management and the Board. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA & QUALIFICATIONS Essential Qualifications & Experience • A degree-level qualification in Finance, Business, Economics, Property or a related discipline. • At least 2 years’ experience in a financial, lending, credit assessment or customer-facing role. • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and assess risk. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a structured environment. • High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. • Demonstrated understanding of public sector governance and accountability. • Ability to work collaboratively in a small, high-performing team. Desirable Experience • Experience working in a public sector, banking or financial services environment. • Familiarity with housing finance, credit assessment processes or property lending. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word. COMPETENCIES The ideal candidate shall demonstrate the ability to deliver on the following competencies: Analysis & Decision Making • Effectively deals with a wide range of information sources, investigating all relevant issues. • Understands the practical implication of information in relation to the broader context in which s/he works – procedures, divisional objectives etc. • Draws accurate conclusions and makes balanced and fair recommendations backed up with evidence. Delivery of Results • Takes ownership of tasks and is determined to see them through to a satisfactory conclusion. • Is logical and pragmatic in approach, setting objectives and delivering the best possible results with the resources available through effective prioritisation. • Minimises errors, reviewing learning and ensuring remedies are in place. Interpersonal & Communication Skills • Modifies communication approach to suit the needs of a situation/audience. • Maintains a focus on dealing with stakeholders in an effective, efficient and respectful manner. • Expresses self in a clear and articulate manner when speaking and in writing. Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self Development • Displays high levels of skills/expertise in own area and provides guidance to colleagues. • Has a clear understanding of the role, objectives and targets and how they support the service delivered by the unit and Department/Organisation and can communicate this to the team. • Leads by example, demonstrating the importance of development by setting time aside for development initiatives for self and the team. People Management • Encourages and supports new and more effective ways of working. • Actively shares information, knowledge and expertise to help the team to meet its objectives. Drive & Commitment to Public Service Values • Is committed to the role, consistently striving to perform at a high level. • Demonstrates flexibility and openness to change. PRINCIPAL CONDITIONS OF SERVICE Tenure The appointment is on a permanent contract subject to the satisfactory completion of a probationary period. Hours of Work Operating on a 35-hour week with core hours between 08.00am – 6.30pm. The HFA currently operates a flexible work model, with staff currently required to work a minimum of two days per week in the office in Dublin 2. Salary Scale The Executive Officer Standard salary scale for the position (rates effective from 1 February 2026) is as follows: EXECUTIVE OFFICER STANDARD SCALE - PPC €38,419 €40,360 €41,456 €43,594 €45,510 €47,364 €49,211 €51,024 €52,890 €54,749 €56,722 €58,044 €59,928¹ €62,601² This rate applies to new entrants and will also apply where the appointee is an existing civil or public servant appointed on or after 6th April 1995 and is required to make a personal pension contribution. EXECUTIVE OFFICER STANDARD SCALE €36,843 €39,034 €39,900 €41,769 €43,586 €45,350 €47,102 €48,819 €50,556 €52,263 €54,066 €55,299 €57,069¹ €59,592² This rate will apply where the appointee is a civil or public servant recruited before 6th April 1995 and who is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution. Long service increments may be payable after 3 (LSI 1) and 6 (LSI 2) years satisfactory service at the maximum of the scale. Important Note N.B. Entry will be at the minimum of the scale and the rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation and may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Subject to satisfactory performance, increments may be payable in line with current Government policy. Different terms and conditions may apply if, immediately before appointment, you are a currently serving civil/public servant. Annual Leave In addition to the usual Irish public holidays, annual leave for this position is 23 working days, based on a five-day week. This will rise to 24 days after 5 years’ service and to 25 after 10 years’ service. The above represents the principal conditions of service and is not intended to be a comprehensive list of terms and conditions of employment which will be set out in the employment contract to be agreed with the successful candidate.
Retained Firefighters
CHARACTER: Each candidate must be of good character. The County Council may make whatever enquiries it considers necessary to satisfy this condition. AGE: A Retained Fire-fighter must be not less than 18 and must be under 55 years on the first day of the month in which the latest date for receiving application forms occurs. A birth certificate must be submitted to Laois County Council as proof of age. RETIREMENT : On reaching 55 years of age, or sooner if found medically or physically unfit to continue, a part-time Fire-fighter shall be required to retire. However, such Fire-fighter have the option to continue working up to age 60 subject to compulsory annual medical assessment measured against agreed standards. PROBATION: From the date of commencement as part-time Fire-fighter there shall be a period of ten months during which he/she shall be on probation. During this period he/she shall be required, when requested by the Chief Fire Officer, to undergo and successfully complete a Recruits Induction Course and a Breathing apparatus Wearers Course. Such period of ten months may be extended at the absolute discretion of the County Council. The part-time Fire-fighter shall cease to be employed at the end of the period of probation unless the County Council is satisfied that he/she has been satisfactory in all respects. You will also be required to undergo Heavy Goods Vehicle driver training (Class C licence) & successfully pass the appropriate driving test. HEALTH: Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Eyesight levels should be uncorrected visual acuity of 6/9, 6/12 or better. (Candidates should check with an optician to ascertain if eligible to avoid unnecessary interviews and expense prior to applying for the position). MEDICAL EXAMINATION: Before recruitment a candidate must undergo and pass health and fitness testsin accordance with “An Occupational Health System for members of the retained Fire Service as issued by the Local Government Management Services Board July 2005, in order to qualify for the post. (Refer to enclosed Firefighter Selection Tests). During the period of employment the person appointed must participate in the Occupational Health Systems as laid down in “An Occupation Health system for members of the Retained Fire Service” as issued by the Local Government Management Services Board July 2005. He/she will co-operate with Laois County Council in arrangements to this end. A Firefighter who, in the opinion of the Medical Advisor conducting the Occupational Health system, is unsuitable for operational duties as a Firefighter will be required to resign. EDUCATION AND SUITABILITY: A candidate must have attained a suitable level of education to enable him/her to undergo successfully the appropriate training and to perform satisfactorily as a part-time Firefighter. DRIVING LICENCE: On date of appointment the successful candidate must hold a full clean driving licence in respect of Category B Vehicles or equivalent in the EU Model Driving Licence on the latest date for the receipt of completed applications. Candidates are also required prior to appointment to procure and maintain a Class C learner permit . In addition, the successful candidate must have access to a car as he/she may be required to travel to training courses in the course of his/her duties. DRILLS AND FURTHER TRAINING: A part-time Firefighter shall attend and participate in drills and shall undergo from time to time courses and further training, including Breathing Apparatus Training, minimum of 2 weeks, as required or deemed appropriate by the County Council. The location(s) of the training shall be decided by the County Council. Drills shall be held at such frequency as decided by the County Council in its absolute discretion. Adequate advance notice shall be given to Firefighters. RESIDENCE: (a) The residence and place of normal work of each part-time Firefighter shall be within a distance from the Fire Station, acceptable to the Fire Authority. (As a rough guide a maximum distance of 1½ miles from the Fire Station). If at any time his/her availability is affected by change of work or any other reasons, he/she will be required to resign. (b) A part-time Firefighter shall be required to report for duty to the fire station in its present location or in the event of change of location, to such new locations that may be decided by the Fire Authority. Changes in the location of a fire station will not result in payment of disturbance money or other compensation. AVAILABILITY: Written evidence from the employer as to availability must be provided and the County Council, in its sole discretion, shall decide as to whether the availability as so evidenced is acceptable. Self-employed must also provide written evidence as to availability. Such written evidence must cover a candidate’s availability on recruitment for fire and other calls, drills, training and such other duties which the part-time Firefighter may be required by the County Council to perform. If the County Council deems a part-time Firefighter’s attendance to be unsatisfactory, it may terminate his/her service. RECRUITMENT : 1. Applicants will be required to attend for interview at their own expense . 2. Candidates will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy test as part of the recruitment process. 3. The interview board will recommend a panel of suitable applicants and further vacancies may be filled from the panel. 4. Applicants will be required to undergo Garda Vetting procedure DUTIES: (a) Each part-time Firefighter shall be required to attend at fires and other emergencies, drills, displays etc, at such times and for such periods as required by the Authority. (b) Each part-time Firefighter shall operate in accordance with such rostering arrangements as exist, or as may be arranged by the Fire Authority, from time to time, and shall attend with due promptness fire and other calls, emergencies and duties in any part of County Laois and in the area of any other Fire Authority as required by the County Council. Firefighters may be contacted via smart phone and shall participate in any online crew availability systems adopted by the Fire Authority. (c) A part-time Firefighter, as and when required, shall perform such duties as are assigned to him/her from time to time. Failure to respond promptly to fire or other calls shall at the discretion of the County Council, result in termination of service. CLOTHING ETC . While on duty, part-time Firefighter shall use the clothing and personal equipment provided by the Council and such clothing and equipment shall be left in the Station immediately after the cessation of duty. Part-time Firefighter may not use such clothing and equipment save while on duty. GRIEVANCE AND DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURE : The terms of the County Council’s Grievance and Disciplinary procedure shall apply to part-time Fire-fighters. DATA PROTECTION : This personal information of the application form is used solely in processing your candidature. Such information held is subject to the rights and obligations set out in the Data Protection Acts, 1988 & 2003 and the General Data Protection Regulation.
Youthreach Resource Person
€20.48 per hour Key Responsibilities The Youthreach Resource Person plays a vital role in providing administrative support and ensuring the smooth operation of the assigned area. Working closely with line managers and colleagues, the successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of services and the achievement of organisational goals. Duties of Youthreach Resource Person ▪ Working with learners with literacy and/or numeracy issues ▪ Responsible to the Co-ordinator for the delivery of the programme. ▪ Direct class contact in keeping with programme needs as required by the ETB subject. ▪ Curriculum delivery, implementation of certification procedures, supervision of work experience and delivery of frontline guidance and information as appropriate. ▪ Maintenance of discipline. ▪ Assessment and monitoring of learner course work. ▪ Administrative duties relevant to the post, including the maintenance of records and the provisionof reports as required. This job description offers a broad outline of the role’s key duties and is designed to be flexible and adaptable. It will be reviewed periodically to ensure it remains aligned with organisational needs. Essential Requirements The following outlines the essential qualifications, skills, and competencies required for candidates applying for the Youthreach Resource Person position. These criteria are designed to ensure that applicants possess the necessary foundation to excel in the role and contribute effectively to the organisation’s goals. ▪ Have a qualification or certificate in teaching/tutoring/delivery Desirable Requirements ▪ Minimum of 2 years’ experience in tutoring, teaching and delivery. ▪ Knowledge and experience of LCA and QQI processes. ▪ An interest in extra-curricular activities that would contribute to the wider life of the centre is likely to be an advantage. ▪ Experience delivering courses within a similar setting. ▪ Strong administrative skills ▪ Experience of administration systems. ▪ Some experience of interacting with Community & Voluntary Organisations ▪ Ability to make linkages/connections/collaborate with other agencies ▪ Supervisory experience ▪ Experience with management information systems and databases. Eligibility to Apply Candidates must, by the date of job offer, be: ▪ A citizen of the European Economic Area. The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or ▪ A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or ▪ A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or ▪ A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or ▪ 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 ▪ 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 Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa
