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JOB DESCRIPTION Clare County Council is seeking a Communications Graduate on a temporary two-year contract for its Communications Unit. We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated and highly skilled person with a good knowledge of all aspects of communications to work with our award-winning team and gain valuable work experience. The Communications Graduate will be required to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in the Council’s Corporate Services Department, under the supervision and direction of the Head of Communications or such person as may be assigned from time to time by Clare County Council. They will be required at times to work on their own initiative, as circumstances demand, on a broad range of projects. The Communications Unit is responsible for Corporate Communications and provides a full communications service to all departments across the Council. It also manages the content of the Council’s website, clarecoco.ie, and corporate social media accounts as well as producing newsletters, magazines, videos, podcasts, advertisements and other communications material. The work of the Communications Unit covers eight main areas which are: Media Relations Internal Communications External Communications Strategic Communications Crisis Communications Irish Language Communications Development Desirable Skills and Qualifications: Other requirements include: • Excellent written and verbal communications skills. • Ability to think creatively and deliver engaging content. • Ability to think strategically and identify opportunities to improve awareness of the Council. • Ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines. • Ability to work outside of normal hours and at weekends as required. • Ability to work within a team. • Awareness of the importance of accuracy and attention to detail. • Knowledge of digital communications tools and platforms. • Knowledge of creating and publishing digital content and social media. • Knowledge of the Microsoft 365 package. • An interest in Local Government and the work of Local Authorities. • A clear understanding of the importance of confidentiality and discretion DUTIES The duties to be assigned include the following although this list is not exhaustive and may be reviewed from time to time as organisational needs require. The Communications Graduate will: • Be part of the Communications Unit team and provide support to all members of the team. • Assist in delivering Clare County Council’s Communications objectives. • Assist in the various functions of the Communications Unit. Specific responsibilities will include: • Preparing and delivering press releases and articles. • Answering media queries. • Organising press conferences, media briefings, photo opportunities, press launches and other events. • Providing content for the Council’s social media channels and digital media platforms. • Providing content for internal and external communications projects. • Carrying out communications administration tasks. • Developing and maintaining working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. • Updating the relevant sections of the website. These tasks, which are indicative rather than exhaustive, are carried out under general guidance. QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POST ESSENTIAL CRITERIA 1. Character Each candidate must be of good character. 2. Health Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Education, Training, Experience, etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: • A Bachelor or master’s degree in public relations, Public Affairs, Communications, Marketing, or Journalism. • A full clean driving licence for Class B vehicles. Failure to input and upload proof of essential educational qualifications in your application form will deem you ineligible for this competition. *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. 4. Age Each candidate must be under 70 years of age on the latest date for receipt of completed Application Forms for the office if they are deemed not to be new entrants to the Public Service as defined by the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. However, the age restriction of 70 years does not apply to "new entrants" to the Public Service as defined by the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. 5. Citizenship: Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway; or (b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or (c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or (e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015, or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa or (f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. PARTICULARS OF POST Salary: The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the post will be paid at the appropriate point on the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Department Circular. Where the appointee has been serving elsewhere in the public service in an analogous grade and pay-scale and will be moving without break to another part of the public sector at an analogous grade, the appointment may be made at the appointee’s current point of scale. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Starting pay for new entrants to the sector will be at the minimum of the scale. The current annual salary scale applicable to the post is €36,419 (March 2025) CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Health & Safety Officer
JOB DESCRIPTION The Health and Safety Officer will manage health and safety. This will include management of the introduction of a health and safety system, which can be understood by all employees. They must manage the implementation of reviews of parent and ancillary safety statements. The delivery of training to ensure that all staff are aware of health and safety requirements must be managed by the person appointed. The review of the system, the auditing regime, performance measuring, the preparation of plans for corrective action where necessary, and the early identification of poor work practices must be managed by the successful candidate. As system manager and team leader, the Health and Safety officer must apply management principles to safety in terms of: (a) Policy formation (b) Planning (c) Implementation and operation (d) Measuring performance (e) Reviewing performance (f) Auditing. The Health and Safety Officer will also have overall responsibility for the corporate risk management system – the identification, maintenance and management of risk at directorate level will remain with directors, as will the responsibility for implementing the health and safety system within directorates. The Health and Safety Officer will be the first point of contact and the liaison person in relation to any investigations, which have the potential to become criminal investigations. The Health and Safety Officer will manage the Council’s response to such investigations and will defend the interests of the Council. The Health and Safety Officer will also assist individual staff members in relation to any such investigations ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE FOR THE ROLE The ideal candidate for the position shall: ▪ have experience of participating in multi-disciplinary and cross functional teams and have the ability to motivate, empower, encourage, and achieve maximum efficiency and value for money from the personnel and processes under their control; ▪ have experience of supporting the management and scheduling of a multiannual portfolio of projects within budget and on time; ▪ have a track record of delivering results; ▪ have an understanding of Local Authority services and structures in Ireland; ▪ be capable of working in close consultation with key stakeholders and in seeking co-operation and consensus with a whole range of bodies and representative groups; ▪ be experienced in meeting regularly with stakeholders, providing updates, presentations, and reports, taking customer feedback, and ensuring any learning from same is used to enhance the operations of the organisation; ▪ be experienced in contributing to the operational and strategic planning processes and in the implementation of the agreed aims of same; ▪ have excellent interpersonal, communication and influencing skills; ▪ have good knowledge and awareness of statutory obligations of Health and Safety Legislation, the implications for the organization and the employee, and their application in the workplace; ▪ have experience of managing finance and budgets and ensuring value for money; ▪ have experience of providing information on the pattern of demand and activity and the skills to schedule/programme the carrying out of work; ▪ have good general ICT skills; ▪ have a focus on the customer and on service improvement including taking ownership and resolving issues arising. DESIRABLE ATTRIBUTES: The ideal candidate will also: • Have a good knowledge of public service policies, services, and activities; • Be able to work within, and contribute positively to, multi-disciplinary teams; • Have higher report writing skills together with an ability to produce high quality analysis and reporting; • Be able to demonstrate a strong ability in the following areas: o Team Leadership; o Judgement, Analysis and Decision Making; o Management and Delivery of Results o Have knowledge of health & safety legislation and safety regulations; • Have experience in the management and supervision of staff; • Have an ability to manage deadlines and effectively handle multiple tasks. • Hold a current full Class B driving licence free from endorsements. When required to do so, holders of this office shall drive a motor car in the course of their duties and for this purpose provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the local authority. The ideal candidate must be able to demonstrate that they have sufficient experience and a proven track record in the following: • Planning and prioritisation of workloads • Dealing effectively with conflicting demands • Working under pressure to tight deadlines • Adapting to change • Problem solving • Administration and report writing • Operation of ICT systems and standard office software packages • Project management • Budget management • Acting on own initiative • Ability to communicate effectively across various levels within an organisation • Maintaining confidentiality DUTIES The duties to be assigned include the following although this list is not exhaustive and may be reviewed from time to time as organisational needs require. The duties will include but will not be limited to the following: • Ensuring the co-ordination of the occupational health & safety management system and advise on its implementation and requirement for updating. • Promoting a positive safety culture and conducting safety awareness campaigns. • Producing the required information for monthly and annual safety reports. • Complete inspections and audits at planned intervals of the occupational health & safety management system. • Update the health & safety section of the intranet with relevant information and develop safety alerts/toolbox talks and issue to staff. • Update the ancillary/site specific safety statements in their section on an annual basis or more frequently if required. • Prepare generic/routine risk assessments for each workplace, task & activity. • Audit the completion and implementation of all risk assessments and provide support and advice in the preparation of site specific risk assessments and SSWP’s for site specific construction work. • Investigate all accidents, dangerous occurrences and near misses to confirm the root cause, corrective and preventive actions and advice personnel as necessary. • Where necessary report to the Health & Safety Authority all reportable accidents & dangerous occurrences. • Discuss actual and potential non-conformities and preventive action requests with line managers/employees in their section. • Carry out duties as specified by management relating to the protection from and prevention of occupational risk and accidental loss in Clare County Council. • Provide assistance in the assessment of contractors safety documentation where necessary and in the competence assessment of duty holders in accordance with the Safety, Health & Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations S.I. No 291 of 2013. • Provide recommendations on and input to the delivery of health & safety training programmes to ensure that all staff are aware of health & safety requirements. • Active participation in the implementation of programmes and projects across all service areas. • Participating in and supporting the management of an engineering / administrative workforce and associated issues including PMDS. • Implementing agreed milestones and timescales, setting achievable targets and indicators. • Ensuring that staff are trained and operate within the relevant skill sets. • Ensuring an efficient and effective response to all stakeholders. • The proactive implementation of council policy and its corporate plan. • Carrying out such other duties as may be assigned from time to time. COMPETENCIES FOR THE POST OF HEALTH & SAFETY OFFICER Key Competencies for the post include the following and candidates will be expected to demonstrate sufficient evidence within their application form of competence under each of these. Please take particular note of these when completing the application form as any short-listing and/or interview processes will be based primarily on the information provided by candidates in the application form: MANAGEMENT AND CHANGE • Displays the ability to think and act strategically from a management and Health & Safety perspective. • Clear understanding, awareness, and experience of practical reality of delivery and promotion of services. • Political awareness, have clear understanding of political reality and context of the organisation and develops and maintains positive, productive, and beneficial working relationships with all stakeholders, in particular Government Departments and Elected Members. • Effectively manages the introduction of change, fosters a culture of creativity in employees and overcomes resistance to change, demonstrates flexibility and an openness to change. • Planning and prioritising work in terms of importance, timescales, and other resource constraints. DELIVERING RESULTS • Makes timely informed and effective decisions and shows good judgement and balance in making decisions or recommendations. • Contributes to the development of operational plans and to the development of specific team plans. • Demonstrates ability to manage resources to ensure they are used effectively to deliver quality outcomes in line with operational and team plans. • Ensures compliance with council and external agency procedures and protocols. • Displays the ability to manage complex projects within legal, fiduciary and engineering requirements. • Takes responsibility for challenging tasks and is accountable for delivery of same. • Successfully manages a range of different projects and work activities simultaneously. • Applies appropriate systems/processes to enable quality checking of all activities and outputs. • Practices and promotes a strong focus on delivering high quality customer service, for internal and external customers. PERFORMANCE THROUGH PEOPLE • Leads, motivates, and engages employees to achieve quality results and to deliver on operational plans. • Demonstrates ability to effectively manage performance, including conflict resolution. • Has highly effective verbal and written communication skills and record keeping. • Demonstrates the ability and experience of promoting awareness, interest, pride and understanding in engineering matters. • Demonstrates ability to work in a multi-discipline team environment. • Understanding and adhering to the code of conduct for all employees. PERSONAL EFFECTIVENESS • Is self-motivated and maintains a positive constructive and enthusiastic attitude to their role. • Manages time and workload effectively with particular reference to statutory obligations and timeframes. • Demonstrates the required specialist technical knowledge, understanding and training for the role. • Personal Motivation, Initiative and Achievement; is enthusiastic about the role and sets challenging goals to achieve high quality outcomes. • Behaves in an honest, trustworthy, and respectful manner and is transparent, fair, and consistent in dealing with others. • Proactively identifies areas for improvement and develops practical suggestions for their implementation • Demonstrates enthusiasm for new developments/changing work practices and strives to implement these changes effectively QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POST ESSENTIAL CRITERIA 1. Character Each candidate must be of good character. 2. Health Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Education, Training, Experience, etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: a) Hold an honours degree (Level 8 in the National Framework of Qualifications) in: (i) Health and Safety or (ii) Engineering, Architecture, and/or Science, with a diploma in Health and Safety b) Have a satisfactory knowledge of the following: • effective communications and liaison with officials from the regulatory authorities, • the management of risks from fire such as fire prevention and the carrying out fire drills, • risk management in relation to hazardous substances and occupational diseases, • providing the required input for health and safety related training course/s and manuals for the organisation, • understanding of Local Government, and the construction industry, • Health and Safety legislation, statutory requirements, their implications for the workplace, and an appreciation of the legal process, c) Have at least 3 years satisfactory relevant experience, including adequate experience in the areas specified below: • the management of an appropriate audit process, • planning practical and effective methods, both preventative and remedial, of promoting work practices that comply with health and safety requirements, • of working with committees, • the preparation and regular revision of Health and Safety statements and strategies, • Staff supervision, and relevant administration, • maintaining accurate records, particularly of inspection findings, of incidents and accidents, and the preparation of reports, and statistical data required by management and the H.S.A., • the regular review of work methods and processes, which identify and take account of all relevant hazards, • supporting line managers in the preparation, implementation, and regular review of safety related documentation including risk assessments, including advising on how risks can be reduced, • operating a safety management system. d) Possess a full, clean driving licence. Failure to input and upload proof of essential educational qualifications in your application form will deem you ineligible for this competition. *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. 4. Age Each candidate must be under 70 years of age on the latest date for receipt of completed Application Forms for the office if they are deemed not to be new entrants to the Public Service as defined by the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. However, the age restriction of 70 years does not apply to "new entrants" to the Public Service as defined by the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. 5. Citizenship: Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway; or (b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or (c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or (e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015, or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa or (f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. PARTICULARS OF POST Salary: The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the post will be paid at the appropriate point on the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Department Circular. Where the appointee has been serving elsewhere in the public service in an analogous grade and pay-scale and will be moving without break to another part of the public sector at an analogous grade, the appointment may be made at the appointee’s current point of scale. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Starting pay for new entrants to the sector will be at the minimum of the scale. The current annual salary scale applicable to the post is €59,067 - €61,217 - €63,366 - €65,520 - €67,672 - €69,823 - €71,976 - €74,116 - €76,280 - €78,425 - €80,897 (LSI1) - €82,108 (LSI2) (March 2025) CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Assistant Scientist
JOB DESCRIPTION The Assistant Scientist provides scientific and managerial support across several local authority service areas and is required to liaise with external agencies and support the democratic process. Reporting to the Executive Scientist, Executive Engineer or Senior Executive Engineer, Environment, the Assistant Scientist will be responsible for the efficient management of their prescribed work area and will fulfil the duties of the office in accordance with Clare County Council’s Occupational Health & Safety Management System. ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE The ideal candidate for the position shall: • understand Local Authority services and structures in Ireland; • have the ability to provide scientific advice and reports for other sections in the Local Authority e.g., Planning and Rural Water Services Sections and for stakeholder organisations and the public; • have good knowledge of relevant Water, Air, Noise, Waste and Wastewater Legislation; • have good knowledge of the objectives of the EU Water Framework Directive (WFD) 2000/60/EC and a good understanding of how the assessment of biological and environmental data obtained from monitoring programmes are used to classify the five different water categories, river lakes, canals, groundwater, estuaries, and coastal waters; • have good knowledge of plans such as the Water Action Plan, National Inspection Plan, Waste Management Plan, County Council Development Plan; • be familiar with the role of the EPA in Public Authority Enforcement and Local Authority Environmental Enforcement Performance Framework. • have a focus on the customer and on service improvement including taking ownership and resolving issues arising from, complaints, EPA audits, non-compliances etc. • have excellent interpersonal, communication and influencing skills; • Other duties as may be assigned Competencies for the Post This is a competency-based competition, and the interviews will be competency based. The competencies listed below are the Local Authority competencies for this post. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate sufficient evidence within their application form of competence under each of these. Management and Change • Displays the ability to think and act strategically when managing environmental (water, waste, and air) incidents, enforcement activity. • Political awareness, have clear understanding of political reality and context of the organisation. • Develops and maintains positive, productive, and beneficial working relationships with all stakeholders. • Effectively manages the introduction of change, fosters a culture of creativity in employees and overcomes resistance to change, demonstrates flexibility and an openness to change. Delivering Results: • Makes timely informed and effective decisions and shows good judgement and balance in making decisions or recommendations of a scientific nature either internally or for external bodies. • Contributes to the development of scientific operational plans and to the development of specific scientific team plans. • Demonstrates ability to manage resources to ensure they are used effectively to deliver quality outcomes in line with scientific operational and team plans. • Ensures compliance with council and external agency procedures and protocols. Performance through people: • Leads, motivates, and engages employees to achieve quality results and to deliver on operational plans. • Demonstrates ability to effectively manage performance, including conflict resolution. • Has highly effective verbal and written communication skills. Personal Effectiveness: • Is self-motivated and maintains a positive constructive and enthusiastic attitude to their role. • Manages time and workload effectively. • Demonstrates the required specialist knowledge, understanding and training for the role. • Personal Motivation, Initiative and Achievement; is enthusiastic about the role and sets challenging goals to achieve high quality outcomes. • Behaves in an honest, trustworthy, and respectful manner and is transparent, fair, and consistent in dealing with others. Duties • To contribute to the development and implementation of the annual Recommended Minimum Criteria for Environmental Inspection (RMCEI) plan. • To undertake Odour, Noise, Air, Water & Waste inspections as required. • To undertake site inspections, farm inspections, septic tanks inspections, and any other environmental inspections as directed. • To manage inspections as a result of pollution complaints to ensure that all are recorded and responded to in a timely fashion. • Under take water, air, noise sampling as required. • ensure the effective co-ordination and consistency in the implementation of environmental enforcement activity. This includes but is not limited to licensing/permitting of facilities, auditing, and inspections of licensed facilities, issuing enforcement notices, on- site wastewater treatment plant inspections, site suitability planning inspections, farm inspections and dealing with environmental pollution complaints. • To manage inspections as a result of pollution complaints to ensure that all are recorded and responded to in a timely fashion. • To provide relevant reports as required both internally or by external bodies, e.g. EPA, HSE SRWMO, WERLA, DECC, Inland Fisheries etc. • Other duties as may be assigned Other Desirable Skills • manage finance and budgets and ensuring value for money • have knowledge of Discharge Licences and enforcement required to ensure compliance with the Water Pollution Act 1977 as amended. • Be familiar with the Good Agricultural Practice regulations and undertake inspections to assess compliance with same. • be familiar with and be able to demonstrate capability of working in close consultation with key stakeholders, e.g., EPA, Inland Fisheries Ireland, Irish Water, SE-APT and regional offices such as LAWPRO, Regional Waste Management Office and the Waste Enforcement Regional Lead Authority. • be experienced in meeting regularly with stakeholders, providing updates, presentations, and reports, taking customer feedback, and ensuring any learning from same is used to enhance the operations of the organisation; • demonstrate satisfactory experience related to enforcement action in the areas of water and waste legislation; • have experience in data management, and necessary GIS skills; • have experience in using the online web portal called EDEN which has been developed by the EPA for local authorities and licence holders to communicate with the agency; • have experience of producing annual team plans, holding team meetings, planning, and delegating work effectively; • have experience of participating in multi-disciplinary, multi-agency and cross functional teams. • can motivate, empower, encourage, and achieve maximum efficiency and value for money from the personnel and processes under his / her control; • have experience of completing Annual Environmental Reports (AER’s) for local authority licenced facilities and annual RMCEI returns and plans. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA 1. Character Each candidate must be of good character. 2. Health Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Education, Training, Experience, etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) Hold an honours degree (Level 8 in the National Framework of Qualifications) in Science, and (b) Have at least 2 years satisfactory experience of scientific work, and (c) Possess a high standard of technical training and experience. Failure to input and upload proof of essential educational qualifications in your application form will deem you ineligible for this competition. *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. 4. Age Each candidate must be under 70 years of age on the latest date for receipt of completed Application Forms for the office if they are deemed not to be new entrants to the Public Service as defined by the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. However, the age restriction of 70 years does not apply to "new entrants" to the Public Service as defined by the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. 5. Driving Licence Each candidate must hold a current full Class B driving licence free from endorsements. When required to do so, holders of this office shall drive a motor car in the course of their duties and for this purpose provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the local authority. 6. Citizenship: Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway; or (b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or (c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or (e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015, or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa or (f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. PARTICULARS OF POST Salary: The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the post will be paid at the appropriate point on the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Department Circular. Where the appointee has been serving elsewhere in the public service in an analogous grade and pay-scale and will be moving without break to another part of the public sector at an analogous grade, the appointment may be made at the appointee’s current point of scale. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Starting pay for new entrants to the sector will be at the minimum of the scale. The current salary scale applicable to the post is €46,802 - €49,444 - €51,392 - €53,414 - €55,485 - €57,590 - €59,715 - €61,840 - €63,964 - €66,092 - €68,232 - €70,419 (1st LSI) - €72,609 (2nd LSI) (March 2025) CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Theatre Quality Lead CNM2
Job Background/Context Blackrock Health Hermitage Clinic is a private hospital providing a full range of medical and surgical care across a broad spectrum of specialities. The Operating Theatre Department provides a range of surgical services, and this role is pivotal in ensuring and maintaining best practice in Theatre services. Key Responsibilities Operations/ Quality Improvement and Risk Management · Ensure compliance with all relevant Blackrock Health Hermitage Clinic guidelines, policies, procedures and relevant legislation and regulatory requirements. This includes responsibility for dealing with regulatory or professional bodies and inspections · Encourage continuous review and evaluation of policies, guidelines and existing practices through regular audit programmes and review, engaging with the multidisciplinary team where required · Promote a culture of continuous quality improvement across the Operating Theatre Department, involving the team in continuous improvement initiatives and encouraging innovation · Set and monitor core objectives, standards and key performance indicators for the service, and monitor performance against these standards through internal and external audit · Lead out on the requirements of the hospital’s accreditation process · Ensure the department’s readiness for HIQA inspections. · Participate fully in the requirement of the hospital’s risk management programme · Promote the delivery of a high standard of care to all patients. Encourage evidence-based practice and assist in the dissemination and implementation of research findings · Work with members of the multidisciplinary team in devising Standard Operating Procedures · Provide clinical nursing leadership in proactively addressing ethical and quality of services issues with multidisciplinary team members and hospital management. · Develop a culture of safety, promoting positive reporting of incidents and near misses. Investigate and take remedial action on incidents or near misses according to hospital policies, protocols and guidelines. · Act as an advisor to and in collaboration with CNM colleagues and ADON triumvirate to promote excellent care. · Manage own caseload in accordance with the needs of the department · Work with members of the Multidisciplinary team in devising Standard Operating Procedures for the development of the department · Participate in unit-based and interdepartmental QI activities. · Demonstrate willingness to assist co-workers whenever needed. · Ensure that effective safety procedures are developed and managed to comply with statutory obligations, in conjunction with relevant staff e.g. health and safety procedures, emergency procedures. Leadership and Management · Promote and affect a responsible and accountable culture amongst staff. · Manage staff objective setting frameworks and review meeting to support staff development. · Project manage new initiatives as required. · Prepare business plans as required to support department requirements and developments. · Recommend and promote cost control initiatives wherever necessary. · Contribute to formulating or updating policies and procedures, which comply with agreed best practices. · Ensure that the Theatre adheres to established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. · Show leadership by achieving high morale, based on professional performance, high-quality organisational and communication skills. · Maintain awareness within the speciality of current developments in Theatre especially in relation to guidelines and compliance with best practice. · Provide updates of service reports to ADON and Consultants as required relating to Theatre.. · Provide specialist knowledge, expertise and care in liaison with the multidisciplinary team. · Maintain good communication and liaise effectively with the ADON’s, between all wards and departments, medical and nursing staff, clinical support service staff, finance managers and administrative staff within the hospital.. · Provide reports on activity and services in a digital format as required. · Develop and manage departmental and nursing policy with a particular emphasis on change management. Monitor as appropriate and lead on proactive improvement. · Act as a member of relevant committees or working groups as required. · Actively participate in the Nursing Management structure by ‘acting up’ when required Learning and Education · Provide professional and personal development opportunities for all nursing and support staff working with the relevant Learning and Education specialists to develop an appropriate programme of learning and education based on a planned (individual, department and organisation) training needs assessment. · Ensure that all mandatory training is undertaken to a satisfactory level and promote and facilitate staff training, development within the department. · Oversee that the requirements of NMBI for the practice of professional nursing are met and upheld including the development of an expanded scope of nursing practice. · Maintain accurate records of all study leave and education resources used. · Develop and implement an enhanced staff competence assessment relevant to the Department. · Provide support advice to those engaging in continuous professional development in his / her area of responsibility. · Be familiar with the curriculum training programme for student nurses and be aware of the clinical experience required to meet the needs of the programme. Essential Criteria Knowledge/ Experience · Be registered in the general division of the Register of Nurses maintained by NMBI · Have at least five years recent relevant post-registration nursing experience (full-time or equivalent hours part-time) in an acute hospital setting and a minimum of two years nursing experience in Theatre nursing · Have a recognised post-registration nursing course - Higher Diploma or Post Graduate appropriate to the position is essential i.e. Quality, or in pursuit of same · Proven clinical and professional management, risk management and clinical audit ability Skills/ Competencies · Quality focus · Excellent interpersonal and communication skills · Management skills · Leadership skills · Negotiating Skills · Risk Management · Clinical audit competence · IT skills · Presentation skills Desireable Skills Knowledge/ Experience · Health Care Management qualification, preferably at third level CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Technical Support Engineer
Role Summary Blackrock Health’s IT teams support critical applications and infrastructure in modern hi-tech hospitals across Dublin. The role is to provide third level support to Blackrock Health staff and coordinate with third party suppliers. You will be involved in both day-to-day IT support as well as contributing to critical IT projects across Blackrock Health. The role at Blackrock Health will work with the existing 3rd Line Operations and Infrastructure development team to manage, maintain, troubleshoot, support, design, develop and deploy server, storage and other infrastructure across an extensive network. This role is primarily based in Hermitage clinic. Main Activities and Responsibilities Advanced Technical Support: Provide expert-level technical support and guidance to end-users, resolving complex incidents, service requests, and problems related to hardware, software, applications, network infrastructure, and system integrations. Employ advanced troubleshooting techniques and methodologies to identify root causes and implement effective solutions. Incident and Problem Management: Take ownership of escalated incidents and problems, ensuring their timely resolution and minimizing the impact on end-users. Collaborate with other IT teams, vendors, and stakeholders to coordinate efforts and achieve speedy and satisfactory resolutions. Conduct thorough investigations and root cause analyses to identify underlying problems and recommend preventive measures. Change and Release Management: Assess, review, and provide input on proposed changes and releases that may impact IT systems and services. Participate in change management processes, including testing, implementation, and post-implementation validation. Ensure that changes are documented, communicated, and executed in compliance with established policies and procedures. Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify opportunities to enhance IT service delivery, streamline processes, and improve system performance. Recommend and implement innovative solutions, automation, and best practices to optimize operational efficiency and maximize customer satisfaction. Knowledge Transfer and Mentoring: Share your expertise and technical knowledge with Level 1 and Level 2 Service Desk analysts, providing guidance, training, and mentoring. Promote knowledge sharing initiatives, contribute to the development of knowledge bases, and support the creation of self-help resources for end-users. Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate closely with other IT teams, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure effective communication, knowledge sharing, and coordination of efforts. Participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives, providing technical expertise and contributing to the overall success of IT service delivery. Documentation and Reporting: Document all support activities, troubleshooting steps, solutions, and relevant information in incident and problem management systems. Generate reports on incident trends, problem resolution, and performance metrics to assess service desk effectiveness and identify areas for improvement. Technical Expertise and Professional Development: Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices through continuous learning, certifications, and participation in relevant training programs. Continuously expand your technical knowledge and skills to remain at the forefront of IT support excellence. The Position Requires: · Extensive knowledge of IT systems, infrastructure and technologies including hardware, software, Operating systems, databases and security · Advanced Technical knowledge of Microsoft Windows Desktop, Office and Server environments · Technical knowledge of VMWare environments · Microsoft Windows Server 2003 -2025 (essential) · Microsoft desktop OS 7–Windows 11 Professional (essential) · MS Active Directory, DNS and DHCP (essential) · Microsoft Exchange 2010 - SE (desirable) · SCCM – Practical experience around developing Images on SCCM. (essential) · Office 365/Azure/Hybrid (desirable) · Practical AWS skills around infrastructure and security (desirable) · Server Virtualization (VMware) (essential) · LAN/VLAN/WAN (routers, switches, Wi-Fi, firewall, micro-segmentation) · Communications (VOIP, Leased Lines) (desirable) · Dell Server and Switching Hardware (essential) · Storage infrastructures VSAN, NAS, DAS (essential) · Backup and DR technologies · IT Security including data loss prevention, encryption, anti-virus, Unified Threat Management, 2FA · Strong expertise in incident and problem management processes and tools. · Strong technical aptitude and knowledge of IT service management principles, incident management, and ticketing systems. · Excellent customer service skills with a focus on problem-solving and conflict resolution. · Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team. · Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical users. · Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and metrics to drive improvements · Experience with remote support tools and knowledge base systems is preferred · Flexibility to work on call and adapt to changing business needs · Understanding and experience of IT support in a Healthcare environment is a major plus Qualifications: · A minimum of 5-10 years’ experience in providing 3rd Leve or final tier l IT support and managing infrastructure environments. · Relevant 3rd Level IT qualification. · Certifications such as ITIL Foundation, Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) or relevant vendor-specific certifications are advantageous General Expectations · To support the philosophy and goals of Blackrock Health. · To observe the appropriate lines of authority. · To maintain confidentiality regarding all patients and the activities of Blackrock Health. · To demonstrate flexibility by assisting in all areas of the Hospital as required. 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Theatre Staff Nurse Neuro
Job Purpose: As a key member of the frontline team, the Theatre Staff Nurse will demonstrate strong clinical skills and facilitate effective communication with colleagues in the hospital. The position requires a collaborative and supportive approach to the development of services and structures, embracing continuous quality improvement and the implementation of changes necessary to achieve organisational objectives. Key Responsibilities: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Clinical Nurse Manager 1
Job Purpose: The role is responsible for the provision of quality service in line with standards of Theatre nursing practice. As a key member of the frontline management team, the CNM1 in Theatre will demonstrate managerial and leadership skills and facilitate effective communication with colleagues in the hospital. The position requires a participatory approach to the development of services and structures, embracing continuous quality improvement and the management of changes necessary to achieve organisational objectives. Key Responsibilities: Operations Skills/ Competencies · Clinical Skills · Management skills · Leadership skills · IT skills · Quality focus · Risk Management · Clinical audit · Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Desirable Skills: Knowledge/ Experience · Management course is desirable. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Marketing and Communications Manager
Job Purpose Reporting to the Group Head of Marketing, the Marketing & Communications Manager is responsible for establishing and maintaining communications processes and platforms to support the CEO and wider organisation to ensure effective communication with internal and external stakeholders. The role holder is responsible for supporting the Executive team in communicating the strategy and operational plan to foster ongoing colleague and stakeholder engagement. The Marketing & Communications Manager is responsible for measuring, reacting and building the Blackrock Health Hermitage Clinic, brand recognition and market penetration, developing leads and opportunities, which will increase the clinical and commercial success of the Hospital. Another key focus for the role holder is to build relationships with Consultants, Clinicians, GPs, Community, the Media, and key internal stakeholders to enhance the Hermitage Clinic’s brand. Job Background/Context Blackrock Health, comprising Hermitage Clinic, Galway Clinic, Limerick Clinic and Blackrock Clinic. Blackrock Health Hermitage Clinic is a private hospital providing a full range of medical and surgical care across a broad spectrum of specialities. This is a key role in the marketing team, which also supports the Executive team, drives brand recognition and enhances communications with stakeholders and employees. Key Responsibilities Marketing CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Level 2 Service Desk Support
Role Summary Hermitage Clinic ICT infrastructure is a highly virtualised environment supporting a complex hospital environment. The ICT department provides technical support via its helpdesk and for hospital projects. The role is to provide second level support to Blackrock Clinic staff and coordinate with third party suppliers. You will be involved in technical and business projects from start to finish providing technical support and expertise to the architecture team as well as ICT specific functions to maintain the performance and security of the hospital infrastructure and applications The person will also take part in the On Call Rota Main Activities and Responsibilities · Implementation and support of the hospitals critical systems · Perform hardware and software upgrades · Maintain current and new end user client device integrity, security and virus protection · Second line support for escalations from front line IT support analysts to assist in triage, diagnosis and resolution within SLA when required. · Write efficient, easy to follow user guides and documentation and maintain a clear focus on building knowledge management · Support existing deployed systems · Manage transition of change to production environment. · Maintain integrity of 24x7 technical architecture to agreed principles of high availability, business continuity and capacity · Complete ownership of assigned IT projects from initiation to completion. · Assess infrastructure changes, raise awareness for potential impacts and play a key role in change management governance · Implement and deploy new technologies to help achieve business goals · Manages personal work queues to ensure all service requests are operated to SLA. · Participates in the out of hours support on call rota. The Position Requires: · A knowledge of · Virtualisation Technologies (VMWare & Hyper-V), · Citrix XenApp · Networking · Desktop and Server Windows Operating Systems · Active Directory & Group Policy · System Centre Configuration Manager · End User Device Security, Encryption, Anti-Virus · Microsoft Exchange and Office 365 · Ability to communicate effectively. · Flexibility and willingness to participate in future implementation projects. Qualifications: · Minimum 3-4 years’ experience in a Service Desk role in a Windows/Citrix environment · Relevant 3rd Level IT qualification. General Expectations · To support the philosophy and goals of Hermitage Clinic. · To observe the appropriate lines of authority. · To maintain confidentiality regarding all patients and the activities of Hermitage Clinic. · To demonstrate flexibility by assisting in all areas of the Hospital and Clinic as required. · To assist in the orientation of new staff and continue to develop personal knowledge and skills and seek outside educational opportunities where appropriate. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Resident Medical Officer
The Role We are seeking to recruit a Resident Medical Officer to join the medical team at the Hermitage Clinic. The Hermitage Clinic is a private hospital providing a full range of medical and surgical care across a broad spectrum of specialties. The role holder will be expected to: The Person Essential requirements for the ideal candidate: · MB BCh BAO or equivalent recognised by the Irish Medical Council · Full registration with the Irish Medical Council · BLS / ACLS · Minimum three years post qualification experience. Essential Skills · Clinical Skills · IT skills · Quality focus · Risk Management · Clinical audit · Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Why work at the Hermitage Clinic The Hermitage Clinic are passionate about our people and believe in their development and growth. As a member of the Hermitage Medical Clinic team you can benefit from: · Competitive salary · An Education Support Programme · Development opportunities · Opportunities for career progression · Access to a Pension Scheme · Subsidised Restaurant · Free staff car parking · Employee Assistance Programme · Life Assurance CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
