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Overview We’re Enterprise Mobility. A family-owned, global mobility leader with a $39 billion turnover, nearly 90,000 team members, and operations in 95 countries. Led by CEO Chrissy Taylor, the third generation of the Taylor family, we’re built on a legacy that gives us the stability to focus on the long-term success of our people, our customers and our business. Why join the Graduate Management Training Programme? As a Graduate Management Trainee, you'll have the freedom and support to explore your leadership potential - and the opportunity to become a branch manager in one of our retail operations in as little as two years. In fact, most of our senior leaders began their careers in this very role - including our current CEO. From day one, we’ll invest in you. You’ll be in a supportive environment where you’ll take on real responsibilities and gain invaluable hands-on experience in customer service, sales, marketing, finance, operations, and more. We work hard and reward hard work Your work will be recognised with performance-based incentives and opportunities for continued promotion. Our unique promote-from-within culture means you can keep your career moving forward without having to change organisations. Award-winning training and development Whether you’re building on existing strengths or developing new ones, your growth is our priority. Through classroom learning, on-the-job training, and mentorship, you’ll have the tools and support to take the next step – and the one after that. Our doors are open As a Graduate Management Trainee, your experience at Enterprise Mobility will be as unique as you because you shape who we are as much as we shape your skills, path and potential. We pride ourselves on opening our doors to a variety of voices, giving way to an experience that’s both inclusive and that inspires diversity of thought. Responsibilities From your very first day, you’ll be trusted with real responsibility and exposed to all areas of our business. You’ll develop skills in: Customer Service: deliver exceptional experiences by confidently handling reservations, resolving enquiries, and building rapport with a diverse range of customers. Sales and Marketing: connect with local business partners, grow your network and develop lasting relationships. Financial Control and Profitability: understand the financial mechanics of a successful business, including cost control and interpreting profit and loss statements. Operations and Logistics: learn how to manage a fleet, plan strategically, and drive performance. Leadership and Development: take the lead in mentoring, training, and developing your own team - with the opportunity to manage and promote others as you grow. Qualifications CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Community Water Officer
INTRODUCTION The EU Water Framework Directive (WFD) 2000 seeks to protect and improve our natural waters, including rivers, lakes, groundwater, coastal water and transitional waters. The Water Framework Directive environmental objectives are outlined in the National River Basin Management Plan (RBMP) and measures to achieve them in our Programmes of Measures (POMs). In July 2014, the Department of Environment, Community & Local Government issued the European Union (Water Policy) Regulations 2014, which gave effect to a new, three-tier governance framework and placed new obligations on local authorities to co-ordinate the catchment management and public participation elements of the Water Framework Directive. To enable local authorities to meet their objectives, they have established the Local Authority Waters Programme (LAWPRO) to facilitate a coordinated regional approach. Kilkenny County Council and Tipperary County Council, acting jointly, have been appointed as lead local authorities to act on behalf of all local authorities in managing this Programme. The Programme has two main elements: the Communities Team and the Catchment Assessment Team. CONTEXT LAWPRO is leading a new approach to water management in Ireland that involves coordination and close cooperation between local authorities, WFD implementing bodies and stakeholders for the development and implementation of national River Basin Management Plans. The overall aim of this approach is to protect and restore good water quality in Ireland's rivers, lakes, estuaries, groundwater and coastal waters through integrated catchment management. Achieving that aim will require active involvement of local authorities and other public bodies, water users and local communities. Implementation of the River Basin Management Plan is co-ordinated on a regional basis by the five WFD Regional and Environment Management Committees, comprising representatives of each local authority in the region and the EPA. This structure drives collaboration and integration, both within local authorities, between local authorities and externally with other public agencies. The shared service's approach to delivery includes all stakeholders through a multidisciplinary, multi-agency structure. This shared service arrangement takes account of the need to deliver maximum benefit with limited resource availability. LAWPRO ensures that its resources are utilised locally to implement the Water Action Plan 2024 and the proposed 2022–2027 River Basin Management Plan (RBMP). The strategic role of the Programme is: Where applicable, travelling and subsistence expenses necessarily incurred in the course of official duties will be refunded in accordance with the appropriate Department Circulars and other relevant guidance. If, during employment, a driving licence is revoked, even temporarily, or endorsements are received that may affect the ability to carry out duties, the Council must be notified immediately.
Dietitian Senior Grade
Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2025 . Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking a highly-motivated Senior Dietician to join our team across 3 CDNT’s – Tallaght, Mid-Kildare and Ballyboden. Contract Type: Permanent Full-Time Contract Hours: 1 wte 35 hours per week Salary Scale: €62,072 to €73,477 pro rata per annum. Salary scales are subject to LSI’s (Long Service Increments) This pay scale is subject to increases in 2026 in accordance with the recent WRC agreement towards enhanced pay adjustments in Section 39 organisations. Annual Leave Entitlement : 33 days pro rata per annum Overview of the Post: The post holder will provide clinical nutrition services to Service Users referred by the Children’s services teams. This involves the provision of nutritional counselling and nutritional support to Service Users and their families, and includes the initial consultation as well as ongoing review Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list The successful candidate will have Essential Criteria: Desirable Criteria: · Postgraduate experience of working with children with disabilities (in a community based setting). · Postgraduate paediatric dietetic experience. · Postgraduate INDI Paediatric Course. · INDI membership. If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including: · Excellent internal and external training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · Flexible Working · Long service reward scheme · Pay adjusted Maternity Leave · Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave · Pay adjusted Paternity Leave · Wellbeing benefits · Pension For a full list of our benefits & conditions, please click here: What now? To apply, please download the Job Description and Person Specification for your information and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. Closing date for applications: Tuesday 28th July, 2026 @ 12pm A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months. · The post will be subject to reference checks and may be subject to Garda vetting/police clearance, as relevant. · Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. · Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community. · The above information serves only as a guide to the advertised position. Enable Ireland, at its discretion, reserves the right to change this prior to appointment. · Please review Enable Ireland’s Rezoomo Privacy Policy here: https://enableireland.ie/resources/publications/rezoomo-privacy-policy · Please review the Enable Ireland’s External Data Protection Notice available at https://www.enableireland.ie/privacy-policy for details on how Enable Ireland processes applicant’s personal information. Please note if you are invited for interview, we will share your personal data with: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy
Warehouse Operative
Warehouse Operative – Full-Time (Leixlip) Location: Applegreen Distribution Centre, Leixlip Hours: Monday–Thursday 10:00am–7:00pm, Friday 9:00am–6:00pm (No weekend work required) Applegreen Distribution Centre in Leixlip is currently seeking a full-time Warehouse Operative to join our busy and growing team. Our warehouse includes ambient, chilled, and frozen picking areas, and work is carried out using a PPT (Powered Pallet Truck). We have a strong team of over 130 staff onsite and offer excellent company perks and a supportive working environment. What we offer: If you’re looking for a stable, long-term role with a great team, we’d love to hear from you. �� Please submit your CV and include any additional notes or experience you feel are relevant. INDHP1
Evening Supervisor
Main purpose of the role: Manage and motivate your team, ensuring the store operates efficiently and effectively and to provide our customers with the very best customer service experience at all times. The ideal candidate will have/be: Minimum 1 years€,, experience in a customer service facing role Excellent communication skills The ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment, ability to multi task under pressure The ability to organise work, delegate responsibilities and support team members in the store Main duties: Actively live Centra brand-values i.e. Proud, Energetic, Imaginative and Community-Based Be approachable and a role model who leads by example and encourages teamwork and a positive attitude in the workplace Liaise with the day management/supervisors on any changes to layouts and ensure changes are correctly implemented Set the standard for other employees in relation to rotation, merchandising and facing off Assist in the induction, training and development of employees Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working
Butcher
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the Meat Department operates efficiently and effectively at all times and provide our customers with excellent quality and products and services. The ideal candidate will have/be: Craft butchery course is desirable Numerical skills Excellent communication skills Previous customer service experience is an advantage The ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment, ability to multi task under pressure A passion for food and the ability to inspire shoppers HACCP training is beneficial but not essential. Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Maintain retail cuts at a high standard in accordance with customer needs Drive sales through ensuring SOPs and store standards are met on a daily basis Merchandise and present department to the highest standard Implement planograms correctly Control stock rotation so that quality and freshness of goods is of the highest standard Manage waste and shrink in the department Ensure continuous improvement in the Meat Department by remaining up to date with new products and initiatives Enhance product knowledge by gaining information from a range of sources and share ideas, suggestions and builds Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
Crew Member
McDonald's are one of the most recognised brands in the world, and the backbone of our brand is commitment to a set of core values: Serve, Inclusion, Integrity, Community, and Family. We live by our values every day and are committed to fostering a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace, providing quality jobs, and making opportunity open to all. Join us and you'll become part of a team, that works together to provide the best customer experience. If you've visited one of our restaurants before, you’ve probably got some idea of what's involved in working here. But you might not realise the variety and scope of the role. We want every McDonald's customer to have a brilliant experience, every time they visit. That means hot food in a clean and friendly restaurant. As a Crew Member, you'll make it happen, whether you're preparing food, serving on the till or being out in the dining areas looking after our customers' needs. You will consistently deliver the highest standards of quality, service, and cleanliness in the restaurant. Provide friendly, fast, and accurate service. Complete tasks and activities in line with training, company guidelines, and management direction. Follow all workplace safety, security, and food hygiene procedures. Treat all customers and colleagues with courtesy and respect working as a supportive team member. Friendly, welcoming, courteous, and helpful behaviour will come naturally to you and you’ll work well as part of a team. Effective communication skills such as attentive listening, face-to-face verbal communication, and eye contact are a must. The ability to maintain high energy levels whilst working both efficiently and productively is essential. Quite simply, you'll be working in our fast moving, high energy environment and we’re looking for a genuine smile, enthusiasm, energy, plus an ability to connect with customers and make them feel valued. Benefits package includes: Holiday pay, Service Awards, Meal allowance, Employee discounts from top high street and online brands and much more.... CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Science & Innovation Customer Project Manager
Your recipe for a rewarding career starts here! Why Dawn Farms? We can offer an excellent opportunity to be part of a world-class team, equipping our teams with the knowledge and the necessary skills to achieve their full potential. Innovation is a key ingredient of our success in protecting our market position and keeping our competitive edge. To be truly innovative, we invest in recruiting and developing a highly skilled, ambitious and talented team. Job Purpose Dawn Farms is currently seeking for a S&I Customer Project Manager to join our Science & Innovation Department to be based in our head offices in Naas, Co. Kildare . As a Project Manager, you will be the key driver of our stage gate (Nectar) innovation process, delivering each project within agreed timelines. You will lead culinary and process-based ideation sessions, manage stakeholder engagement, and ensure effective communication and documentation throughout the project lifecycle. Building over time a track record of success is a key deliverable. Positions: Full-Time, Permenant Location: Naas, Co. Kildare, Ireland Working Hours: Monday - Friday 8am -5pm Salary: DOE Role Responsibilities & Duties
Bakery Assistant, Distribution Center
Bakery Assistant – Full Time (Leixlip Distribution Centre) Location: Applegreen Distribution Centre, Leixlip Hours: Monday–Friday, 2:00pm–8:00pm No weekend work required Applegreen Distribution Centre in Leixlip has been operating since 2009 , supplying our network nationwide. In 2024 , we proudly launched our in-house bakery, which has already seen incredible success and over 600% growth in its first year. We’re currently looking for a Bakery Assistant to join our busy team at the Applegreen Distribution Centre in Leixlip. You’ll be working with a small, friendly team of six, helping to bake and prepare pre-made bakery products for distribution. About the role: If you have experience in bakery or deli work and enjoy being part of a close-knit, efficient team, we’d love to hear from you! �� Please submit your CV – we’d be delighted to have a chat! INDHP
Adjudication Officers (Contractor)
A competition is being held to establish a panel of suitably qualified individuals, on a contract for service basis, to act as Adjudication Officers (Contractor) for the Adjudication Service of the WRC, as established under the Workplace Relations Act 2015 (as amended). This Act sets out both the general functions of the Adjudication Officer and its specific function in relation to the provisions of the Act. Following a competitive selection process, managed by publicjobs, the Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment, will appoint such number of members from the panel recommended by publicjobs, having due regard to: • The estimated need for such Adjudication Officers; • The geographic distribution and location of cases that arise; • The distribution of preferred areas, as nominated by applicants (including the extent of any stated commitment to travel); • An appropriate mix of qualifications, skills and experience in Employment and Equality Law, Human Resources, and Industrial Relations. • The provision of adjudication services through the medium of Irish. A panel may be formed from this competition for future vacancies as they arise. The panel will be in place for a period of two years. There will be no entitlement to be appointed before the expiry of the panel. Role and Responsibilities Adjudication Officers of the WRC are statutorily independent in their decision-making duties as they relate to adjudicating on complaints referred to them by the Director General of the WRC. The role of the Adjudication Officers (Contractor) will be to hear employment rights, equality, equal status and industrial relations cases in the first instance. They will examine evidence and submissions presented by both parties and may also hear evidence from relevant witnesses. The Adjudication Officer (Contractor) will then decide in relation to each complaint submitted for adjudication and will issue reasoned decisions. Cases will mainly be heard in public and the decisions of the Adjudication Officers (Contractor) will be published to a single decisions database hosted on the WRC website. Adjudication Officer decisions are mainly appealable to the Labour Court, or to the Circuit Court in equal status cases. Successful applicants will have no entitlement to sit on any particular type of case or number of cases. However, where cases are available, Adjudication Officers (Contractor) may generally sit for a maximum of three days per week. This is subject to Adjudication Officer (Contractor) availability and case volume. Key Duties and Responsibilities • Carrying out timely, efficient and effective adjudication of complaints referred to them by the Director General of the WRC; • Managing allocated caseloads effectively and in accordance with stipulated timeframes; • Considering evidence, researching relevant case law and maintaining a strong knowledge of applicable legislation to support effective hearings and decisions; • Issuing clear, well-reasoned and legally sound decisions and in line with WRC policy and procedures and legislation; • Travelling to regional locations, as required, to conduct hearings; • Providing administrative and case management support, as required from time to time. Please note: The above is a general guide to the key duties and responsibilities of the role and is not an exhaustive description. Other duties and responsibilities appropriate to the role may be required from time to time. Location of Hearings The WRC delivers adjudication services across a number of regional locations throughout the country. Hearings are organised on a regional basis and may take place in WRC offices or, where appropriate, in other venues such as courthouses. The venues currently used for adjudication services may be subject to change as part of an ongoing strategic review. This review takes account of a range of operational factors, including case volumes in particular areas, the location of Adjudication Officers (Contractor), venue availability and associated costs. The WRC primarily uses its own offices for the delivery of in-person hearings; however, additional venues may also be used within regions to meet service demand. While the majority of hearings are scheduled to be delivered in person, the WRC also schedules remote/hybrid hearings where such arrangements are appropriate, having regard to operational and case-specific factors. Regional Hearing Locations Hearings are organised on a regional basis and may be scheduled within the regions outlined below. It is important to note that not all counties listed within a region will have dedicated hearing facilities and hearings may take place at selected locations within each region, depending on operational requirements. • South-West Cork, Kerry • West Limerick, Galway, Clare, Mayo • South-East Waterford, Wexford, Kilkenny, Carlow, Tipperary • East Dublin, Meath, Louth, Kildare, Wicklow • North-West Donegal, Sligo, Monaghan, Cavan, Leitrim, Roscommon • Midlands Westmeath, Longford, Laois, Offaly Candidates should be aware that flexibility is required and hearings may be allocated to any suitable location within a region, including WRC offices or other appropriate venues. Applicants for inclusion on the external panel of Adjudication Officers (Contractor) will be requested to select regions in respect of which they agree to hear cases. The WRC will endeavour to allocate cases to the Adjudication Officers (Contractor) based on their expressed preference for geographical location. However, should the need arise, the WRC reserves the right to require the Adjudication Officer (Contractor) to hear a case in a different location, where necessary. The WRC will act reasonably in relation to the allocation and distribution of cases should such a requirement arise. Please Note: The fees referenced below at Principal Conditions for Service are fully inclusive of travel and subsistence expenses. Every effort is made by the Adjudication Scheduling Team to arrange hearings for Adjudication Officers (Contractor) within the region in which they are based. While this may not always be possible, it represents standard practice in most cases. Provision of Services in Irish The Official Languages Act 2003 as amended places obligations on the WRC and other public bodies in relation to the provision of services through Irish. Applicants will be requested to indicate if they can provide adjudication services through the medium of Irish. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS Candidates must demonstrate, in their application, experience in the following areas commensurate with the role: • Qualifications and professional expertise An appropriate qualification such as a degree, third-level diploma, or postgraduate diploma or degree in a relevant discipline, including: o Employment Law or Equality Law, or o Human Resource Management, or o Industrial Relations, together with relevant, demonstrable applied experience in Employment Law and/or Equality Law. Knowledge of both areas is highly desirable. • Complementary Professional Experience In addition to the above, candidates must demonstrate professional experience in one of the following areas: o Human Resource Management, or o Industrial Relations. • Decision-making and fair procedures Demonstrable experience in applying fair procedures and exercising quasi-judicial or comparable decision-making responsibilities, including the assessment of evidence, consideration of submissions, and the provision of reasoned outcomes. This experience may have been gained in a legal, regulatory, HR, industrial relations or other formal quasi-judicial decision-making context. • Analytical and evidence-based decision-making skills Excellent critical analysis skills, including the ability to research, assimilate, interpret, and manage complex information; to analyse and assess complex arguments by reference to evidence; and to apply evidence-based decision-making methodologies, producing sound, impartial, and well-reasoned decisions within required timelines. • Hearing management and adjudication capability The ability to conduct hearings competently, impartially, ethically and efficiently; to manage the effective running of hearings; and to demonstrate the personal presence, judgment and professional authority required of an Adjudication Officer. • Communication and interpersonal effectiveness Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely, and strong interpersonal skills enabling effective engagement with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders in a complex environment. • Professionalism and organisational capability A proven record of methodical and accurate and well organised work, strong judgment and decision-making capability, the ability to function effectively both independently and as part of a team and a commitment to acting professionally, impartially, ethically and with integrity. • ICT proficiency Strong competence in the use of information and communications technology, including document creation, email, electronic diary systems and electronic document or case-management databases. DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS The following will be considered desirable, but are not essential: • Direct quasi-judicial / tribunal experience Experience of membership of, or appearing before, courts, tribunals, statutory committees, or other quasi-judicial decision-making bodies in the employment rights, industrial relations, or equality arenas. • Adjudication-level hearing experience Experience acting as the sole or lead decision-maker in formal hearings, including issuing written determinations or recommendations. • Legal research experience Demonstrated ability to conduct detailed legal research. Please note: Candidates invited to interview will be required, if appropriate, to supply a copy of their relevant qualifications at, or prior to, interview. Eligibility to compete and certain restrictions on eligibility Citizenship Requirements Eligible candidates must 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 has a Stamp 4 permission¹ or a Stamp 5 permission. Candidates must meet the eligibility requirements before being appointed from the panel. Qualifications/eligibility may not be confirmed until the final stage of the process, therefore, those candidates who do not possess the essential requirements, on or by the dates as specified, and proceed with their application are putting themselves to unnecessary effort/expense and will not be offered a position from this competition. The onus is on the candidate to ensure they fulfil the eligibility requirements as set out. publicjobs reserves the right to deem an applicant ineligible at any stage if it is apparent that the candidate does not hold the required eligibility/qualifications e.g. from the submitted application form. Candidates who are unable to demonstrate that they hold/will hold the required qualification(s) by the deadline specified may be withdrawn from the competition at any stage. An invitation to tests, interview or any element of the selection process is not acceptance of eligibility. The Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment, will appoint such number of members from the panel recommended by Publicjobs, having due regard to: • The estimated need for such Adjudication Officers; • The geographic distribution and location of cases that arise; • The distribution of preferred areas, as nominated by applicants (including the extent of any stated commitment to travel); • An appropriate mix of skills and experience in Employment and Equality Law, Human Resources, and Industrial Relations. Key Skills/Competencies for effective performance as an Adjudication Officer are: Leadership & Strategic Direction • Leads the team, setting high standards, tackling any performance problems and facilitating high performance; • Facilitates an open exchange of ideas and fosters an atmosphere of open communication; • Contributes to the shaping of Departmental/Government strategy and policy; • Develops capability and capacity across the team through effective delegation; • Develops a culture of learning and development, offering coaching and constructive/supportive feedback; • Leads on preparing for and implementing significant change and reform; • Anticipates and responds quickly to developments in the sector/broader environment; • Actively collaborates with other Departments, Organisations and Agencies. Judgement & Decision Making • Identifies and focuses on core issues when dealing with complex information/situations; • Assembles facts, manipulates verbal and numerical information and thinks through issues logically; • Sees the relationships between issues and quickly grasps the high level and socio-political implications; • Identifies coherent solutions to complex issues; • Takes action, making decisions in a timely manner and having the courage to see them through; • Makes sound and well informed decisions, understanding their impact and implications; • Strives to effectively balance the sectoral issues, political elements and the citizen impact in all decisions. Management & Delivery of Results • Initiates and takes personal responsibility for delivering results/services in own area; • Balances strategy and operational detail to meet business needs; • Manages multiple agendas and tasks and reallocates resources to manage changes in focus; • Makes optimum use of resources and implements performance measures to deliver on objectives; • Ensures the optimal use of ICT and new delivery models; • Critically reviews projects and activities to ensure their effectiveness and that they meet organisational requirements; • Instils the importance of efficiencies, value for money and meeting corporate governance requirements; • Ensures team are focused and act on Business Plans priorities, even when faced with pressure. Building Relationships & Communication • Speaks and writes in a clear, articulate and impactful manner; • Actively listens, seeking to understand the perspective and position of others; • Manages and resolves conflicts/disagreements in a positive and constructive manner; • Works effectively within the political process, recognising and managing tensions arising from different stakeholders' perspectives; • Persuades others; builds consensus, gains co-operation from others to obtain information and accomplish goals; • Proactively engages with colleagues at all levels of the organisation and across other Departments/Organisations and builds strong professional networks; • Makes opinions known when they feel it is right to do so. Fee Rate The current rate of fees for an Adjudication Officer (Contractor) is €616 per day, pro-rata for partial days. The WRC, in conjunction with the Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment and Department of Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation, will review the per diem fee periodically to determine if any change may be required. A day is classified as a full day of professional service, which covers the function of adjudication in line with section 41(5)(a) of the Workplace Relations Act. The act of adjudication referred to an Adjudication Officer by the Director General encompasses the following: inquiry into the complaint or dispute, providing the parties to the dispute with the opportunity to be heard and present evidence relevant to the complaint, making a decision in relation to the complaint in accordance with the relevant provisions and providing to the parties a copy of that decision in writing. If a hearing falls, is adjourned or finishes early, the Adjudication Officer (Contractor) is required to utilise the remaining time on that day for writing up decisions. In addition, subject to case load and approval, a maximum of 52 additional "writing days", at the same daily rate, may be allocated annually and where necessary on a pro-rata basis. Writing days are allocated at the discretion of the Director General and may vary in accordance with the requirements of any case. Note that the fees may be adjusted from time to time in accordance with Government policy. Adjudication Officers (Contractor) appointed under this competitive process are office holders and not employees of the Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment or of the WRC. In accordance with Schedule E contained in the Taxes Consolidation Act 1997 (TCA 1997), and for tax compliance purposes only, the WRC is required to place office holders on the Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment's payroll. Such placement on the Department's payroll relates only to tax compliance obligations and does not confer, create or imply an employment relationship or any associated employment rights.
