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**First Year Apprentice Vacancy** Laboratory Technician Who we are? Ornua is a dairy co-operative which sells dairy products on behalf of its Members; Ireland’s dairy processors and, in turn, Irish dairy farmers. It is Ireland’s largest exporter of Irish dairy products, exporting to 110 countries worldwide. Headquartered in Dublin, it has annualised sales of over €2.3 billion and a global team of 2,850 employees. Ornua operates from 10 business units worldwide, including 16 production facilities, and has sales and marketing teams working in-market across all four corners of the globe. Ornua’s Values At Ornua, our Values guide us as we work together and care for each other to achieve great things. Our five values, and their underlying behaviours, encourage us to Seek and Embrace New Ideas, Make It Happen, Be Our True Selves, Show You Care and Achieve Great Things Together. Ornua has a fabulous new Research & Development laboratory based in the National Food Innovation Hub in Teagasc Moorepark, Co. Cork. Supporting a team of researchers, the laboratory technician will optimise the functioning of the laboratory and learn in a culture of achieving great things together. We are looking for someone who has an interest in science and food (especially milk products). Someone who is interested in working in a hands-on environment but is willing to use a laptop and Microsoft office. Do you enjoy following processes and getting the process right time after time? Are you tidy, neat, precise and careful about your work? Then this apprenticeship might just be for you. At the end of the two-year apprenticeship, we would expect the successful candidate to: • Be trained to work safely in a laboratory environment. • Understand the health and safety hazards of the Ornua laboratory. • Be adept at using personal protective equipment. • Understand the principles of good laboratory practice. • Be able to test milk powder, cheese, and butter. • Understand the chemical and scientific principles behind the testing. • Be able to operate, maintain and calibrate routine laboratory equipment from pH meters, to incubators, to using specialised laboratory equipment for the testing of dairy products. • Record and review analytical data and report on results. • Maintain the laboratory, doing daily checks, ordering consumables so they do not run out, ensuring that annual maintenance is planned and carried out on various equipment and systems. Working with a diverse group of R&D researchers on interesting and varied projects the apprentice should get a great introduction to laboratory work during the two-year placement. Details • Salary is set at €24,000 per annum. • Programme start, September 2022. • Following completion of the programme, participants will be awarded a Higher Certificate in Science Laboratory Technician (Level 6) Entry Requirements • Pass (Grade 06 or better) in five leaving certificate subjects, two of which must be maths and a science subject • 250 CAO Points or • Relevant Fetac Level 5 or Level 6 Graduate
Plumbing Apprenticeship
**First Year Apprentice Vacancy** Dornan are currently recruiting for first year mechanical apprentice(s) (plumbing), to work on site in the **Dublin area**. Dornan are a leading Mechanical, Electrical and Instrumentation contractor with projects in Ireland, Europe and the UK. Dornan are involved in projects across many sectors such as Pharmaceutical, Power, Waste to Energy, Commercial, Data Centre and Petrochemical. You will join a hard working ambitious team and you will benefit from a supportive culture, where your ideas and contributions will be recognised. Mechanical Apprentice Roles and Responsibilities: • The successful Apprentice(s) will gain extensive experience working closely with our highly experienced teams on site. • The apprenticeship is governed by SOLAS and is standards based. The overall duration is 4 years provided all phases are successfully completed. It consists of 7 phases: 3 off-the-job and 4 on-the-job. Off the job training is classroom based and will be determined by SOLAS. Mechanical Apprentice Requirements: • Candidates should have a keen interest in a career working in an industrial contracting environment. • Profile Candidates should have Leaving Certificate qualification with at least 5 passes in ordinary level subjects which must include Maths. • Must submit to a colour vision test and all candidates are subject to an interview and two reference checks. • Valid Safe Pass and valid Manual Handling cert is desirable. Why Dornan? • Dornan are a well-established company with a family feel and a down to earth team • Dornan offer a clear progression path , always seeking opportunities to promote from within • Dornan offer educational assistance and promote CPD • Dornan promote collaboration through various team building , social and charity events • Dornan are committed to employee wellbeing with our Employee Assistance Programme and an in house Health & Wellbeing advisor *Place of work – The employee’s normal place of work will be 10 Eastgate Avenue, Little Island, Co. Cork, this shall be your normal place of employment unless you are assigned temporarily to another project site. It is a condition of employment that you are available to travel to or work at any of the Company’s work locations, project sites or company offices in Ireland, UK or Europe.*
Heavy Vehicle Mechanics Apprenticeship
**First Year Apprentice Vacancy** D. Dennehy Ltd. is recruiting for an apprentice Heavy Vehicle Mechanic for work in our commercial vehicle workshop. With this four-year apprenticeship, you will become a fully qualified heavy vehicle mechanic, with a QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate Craft – Heavy Vehicle Mechanics. Do you have a keen interest in mechanics and want to work on large vehicles? This apprenticeship will suit someone who likes to work with their hands and enjoys assembling and disassembling machines. What does a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic do? As a heavy vehicle mechanic, you will carry out routine servicing and repair on commercial vehicles such as trucks, trailers, vans, jeeps, buses and coaches. Your work will involve servicing, diagnostics and repairs. As well as routine servicing, major overhauls are undertaken at regular intervals. Faults are diagnosed and you will repair or replace the defective components as necessary. You will manage the mechanical, electrical/electronic, hydraulic and pneumatic aspects of vehicles.
Vehicle Body Repairs Apprenticeship
**First Year Apprentice Vacancy** D. Dennehy Ltd. are recruiting for an apprentice Vehicle Body Repairer for work in our commercial vehicle crash repair centre. What it takes to be a Vehicle Body Repairer? •Be physically active •Must pass a colour-vision test •Aptitude for handling tools and equipment •Mechanical aptitude •Problem solving & critical thinking skills •Patient and have great attention to detail The Vehicle Body Repairer will report to the Workshop Manager. What does a Vehicle Body Repairer do? A Vehicle Body Repairers’ work is practical, hands on work involves straightening bent bodies, removing dents, and replacing crumpled parts that are beyond repair. They repair all types of vehicles. Vehicle Body Repairs use special equipment to restore damaged metals frames and body equipment. They remove badly damaged panels with a pneumatic metal cutting gun and weld in replacement sections. They pull out minor dents with a hydraulic jack or knock them out with hand-tools or pneumatic hammers. They remove small pits in the panel with pick hammers and punches. Vehicle Body Repairers may also work on plastic panels using a hot air welding gun or install windscreens. Once the repair work has been completed, the vehicle must be prepared for repainting. Power sanders and sandpapers are used to remove the original paint or rust, and small nicks and scratches are filled with body putty. Parts that do not need painting such as headlights or windows are removed or masked. The amount of paint required is calculated, the paint is mixed to match the desired colour and tested with a viscosity meter to make sure that it is at the right consistency. Vehicle Body Repairs use a spray gun to apply both the primer and final coats of paint. After the final coat is applied, the vehicle is polished. In some cases, the Vehicle Body Repairer will also deal directly with the customer and give estimates on the cost of the work. How do I become a Vehicle Body Repairer? The route to this exiting career is through a four- year learning apprenticeship. Most of your learning is on the job in the garage or workshop with Master Vehicle Body Repairers, with 3 phases of full time off the job study totalling 42 weeks. The first phase of full time study is with an ETB (Educational Training Board), the second and third with an Institute or College, such as an IT. The minimum entry requirement is at that you are at least 16 years old and have at least a grade D in any 5 subjects in the Junior Certificate (or equivalent grades in other approved examinations). Some employers will look for more than this- up to Leaving Certificate. Maths, physics, technical drawing, metal work, technology and engineering are particularly relevant school subjects.
Chef De Partie Apprenticeship
**First Year Apprentice Vacancy** The Maryborough Hotel offers luxury four star accommodation just minutes from Cork City Centre and Cork Airport. The hotel is also just a 30 minute drive from Kinsale, starting point for The Wild Atlantic Way. We are currently looking for Apprentice chefs who would like to develop into Chef De Partie. Key Duties & Responsibilities: Prepares and properly garnishes food orders as they are received in accordance with recipes and proper plate presentation Follows proper safety, hygiene, and sanitation practices at all times Ensures close down of section in accordance with departmental procedures and standards Any extra duties needed to align with business needs Excellent customer service skills A professional appearance at all times Commitment to maintaining a high service standards and have an outgoing personality. Requirements: Should be able to demonstrate flair, creativity and skills in the kitchen Should possess excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
Electronic Security Systems Apprenticeship
**First Year Apprentice Vacancy** A fantastic opportunity for anyone who has interest in the security industry more specifically CCTV, Intruder Alarms and Access Control. You will gain experience working with the best hardware and software manufactures and in a company with a proven track record in delivering on domestic residential to large commercial projects. The role Apprentice requires some knowledge or experience in working with Power tools (i.e power drills). Also knowledge/ experience in IP configurations, Windows (the company uses Windows based systems) / electronics background or interest. Based in Cork, you will be shadowing engineers on site you will support engineers and learn the following areas: Installing all aspects of security systems, to ensure clients’ needs are met. Completing installations to a very high standard. Dealing with in CCTV, Intruder Alarms and Access Control Dealing with in Domestic, Commercial and Industrial Installation Essential Skills: Clean driverslicense Punctual Willingness to learn An interest or understanding in the Security sector Interest in engineering Good communication skills Garda clearance will be required to work in this industry Desired personal qualities: Display verbal and written skills, with common sense Some demonstrable experience of working as part of a team Someone who is excited about technology and engineering and wants to develop a career in the security industry Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship Salary: Apprentice rates
Industrial Insulation Apprenticeship
**First Year Apprentice Vacancy** Apprentice Industrial Insulator’s Required Munster Secon Construction are a specialist Industrial Insulation and cladding contractor serving the Pharmaceutical, Dairy, Brewing, Food, Process and Construction Industries. We are currently recruiting for Industrial Insulation apprentices nationwide. Are you interested in commencing a career as an apprentice Industrial Insulator? What is Industrial Insulation? The Industrial insulator's job involves measuring, cutting and fitting a variety of insulation materials to pipes, valves, pressure vessels, tanks, ducting, flues or on any hot or cold surfaces for the purpose of thermal insulation, fireproofing or soundproofing. It also involves the cladding of the insulation material with suitable coverings such as sheet metal, aluminium, zinc, stainless steel or other specified coverings and finishes, such as, felt, cement, various rubbers, canvas and foils Metal cladding involves pattern layout and development of sheet metal (mild steel, galvanised mild steel, stainless steel, aluminium and other alloys) up to 1.2 mm and the use of various machines. These patterns would include pipe work, vessels, domed ends, valve and flange boxes, tee pieces, reducers, transformers etc. The patterns are then fabricated by hand and with the aid of machines. They are then joined and assembled using self-securing joints, riveting, fasteners, flanging, swaging and banding suited to the appropriate finishing techniques. Non-metallic finishing may be joined by adhesives, banding or strapping as appropriate. With the onset of new technology, modern cutting and cladding involves the use of CNC machinery. Planning, costing/estimating, quality control and environmental considerations (energy conservation) are areas in which the Industrial Insulating will operate to ensure cost effectiveness throughout the industry. On successful completion of their training, apprentices become recognised craftspeople in Ireland. The apprentices are registered as qualified craftsperson by SOLAS, the Further Education and Training Authority.
Plumbing Apprenticeship
First Year Apprentice Vacancy Working as a plumber, will involve you installing, maintaining and repairing systems of water supply, drainage and central heating in houses and other locations. These systems include hot and cold-water systems, sanitary services, heating systems and pipework and controls for gas supply. You will be required to carry out maintenance and repair work including routine servicing and emergency repairs, which involves finding faults and replacing or repairing damaged parts, carrying out tests and ensuring that the system works properly. You will also work on technologies such as gas fired and oil fired heating systems, under-floor heating, solar, geothermal and biomass heating.
Industrial Insulation Apprenticeship
**First Year Apprentice Vacancy** Ins-Spec Insulation Services Limited specialise in Industrial Insulation and cladding services most of our work is in maintenance and onsite large scale projects, all our work is done with highest standards and together with our suppliers we deliver the most suitable insulation services for our clients requirements. **We are seeking to recruit first year apprentices for a 4 year Industrial Insulation apprenticeship through SOLAS. Applicants must be eligible to undertake the Solas Industrial Insulation Apprenticeship Programme. The apprenticeship will be based in the Cork area.* **Experience/Requirements:** * Must have a valid safe pass and manual handling certs. * Successful applicants must have the ability to commute as applicants will be required to travel to sites throughout the country * Work experience an advantage. * Flexibility and wiliness to learn. * Ability to work as a team player with a high quality of work. * Positive attitude coupled with strong work ethic **Training:** * SOLAS on the job and off the job training via apprenticeship program. * Pay rates will be in line with the SOLAS Apprenticeship Scheme recommendations ******Working hours: 8am - 4:30pm, some weekends required.
