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Become a Train Driver - Open for Applications - Nationwide Locations PLEASE NOTE: The online applicant system will close when the required applicant number has been reached – early applications are recommended to avoid disappointment. We are delighted to launch our new Driver Campaign for locations Nationwide. It is an exciting time to be a part of the Iarnród Éireann Irish Rail Team. We have welcomed over 300 new Trainee Drivers into our organisation over the past number of years. We wish to continue this growth by providing YOU with an opportunity to be a part of our future. Iarnród Éireann is a proud dynamic leader in the transport network. In keeping with our company vision to continuously grow and improve, we are seeking ambitious applicants to join our “One Team”. As a Train Driver your duty will be to deliver safe, customer-focused journeys, with scope to continue on to future roles in supervisory and management positions. Candidates must be willing to work various shift patterns including weekend work. We match the responsibility of this safety-critical role with a salary scale that can reach a maximum of €69k per annum . Successful candidates will develop full operational knowledge prior to qualification as part of the Train Driver Training programme. We are an organisation that greatly values our team and its members. We work hard to ensure that each one is proud to be a part of our future. Just some of the fantastic company benefits we have for YOU! There will be a number of multiple-hurdle phases in the selection process. This will include initial online application and assessments, face to face assessment centres, competency-based interviews, rigorous medical and safety reference checking. If you are interested in this campaign, please CLICK THE APPLY NOW BUTTON to be redirected to the official careers page for this role. PLEASE NOTE: The online applicant system will close when the required applicant number has been reached – early applications are recommended to avoid disappointment.
Executive Assistant To The Principle And Chief
Provide comprehensive, proactive, and confidential executive support to the Principal & Chief Executive. This role involves working independently to manage a wide range of administrative, strategic, and operational matters within a complex, multimillion-budget, multi-stakeholder environment. The postholder will act as a primary point of contact for all stakeholders and ensure professional, efficient functioning of the Principal & Chief Executive's office, while enhancing the College's reputation. This is a full time permanent position within the College. Closing date for applications is Friday 6th March 2026 at 12noon. Please note all correspondance will be sent from recruitment@src.ac.uk. Please check your mailbox including any spam folders regularly. College benefits include: Competitive Salary, Excellent Pension Benefits, Generous Annual Leave Entitlement, Family & Work Life Balance entitlements and much more.
Finance Assistant
The post-holder will work under the direction and guidance of the Accountant to ensure the provision of an efficient and effective finance service. The post-holder will be required to work effectively with colleagues through a unified team approach to ensure the successful financial management of the College This is a full time permanent position within the College. Closing date for applications is Friday 6th March 2026 at 12noon. Please note all correspondance will be sent from recruitment@src.ac.uk. Please check your mailbox including any spam folders regularly. College benefits include: Competitive Salary, Excellent Pension Benefits, Generous Annual Leave Entitlement, Family & Work Life Balance entitlements and much more.
Dispensary Assistant
Join Our Team as a Dispensary Assistant! 💊 Are you ready to step into a role where every interaction makes a difference? McKeevers Chemists, Newry, is on the lookout for dynamic and dedicated Dispensary Assistants to join our team! Dispensary Assistant – Full-Time and Part-Time positions available Why McKeevers Chemists? 💊 Prescribing Positivity: Be part of a pharmacy that believes in the power of positive healthcare experiences. 🤝 Team Collaboration: Join a supportive team where your contribution is celebrated, and collaboration is key. 🌐 Community Impact: Be part of a pharmacy deeply rooted in the community, where your work directly impacts the well-being of our neighbours. What You'll Do: 📦 Assist in dispensing medications with precision and care- accepting prescriptions for filing, gathering and processing labels using IT systems 🌟 Customer Care: Provide top-notch service, creating a welcoming environment for our valued customers- informing customers on all health and associated products including over the counter medication, minor ailments and services offered by the Pharmacy. 🤝 Provide exceptional customer service and support- Handling telephone enquiries and giving advice while referring callers to the pharmacist when necessary. 🌟 Collaborate with pharmacists to ensure a seamless workflow 🧴 Maintain a clean and organised dispensary environment- operating efficient stock control to include ordering and rotation of goods. 💸Till operation and money handling. What We're Looking For: 👩⚕️ Enthusiastic Dispensary Assistants. ⌚️Fully flexible to work a variable rota between Monday – Sunday (Weekend shifts in accordance with branch rota).. 🔄 Strong attention to detail and accuracy skills. 📚 Previous experience is desirable but not essential if you are willing to learn and are passionate about ongoing learning and development. 💡 A team player with excellent communication skills. Perks: 💼 Competitive salary. 🥼 Free Uniforms upon joining 📈 Opportunities for professional growth and development. ✉️ Company pension 🎁 Staff discount instore How to Apply: Apply online now via GetGot. Don't miss this chance to be an integral part of McKeevers Chemists mission to deliver exceptional care to our community! 🌟 *McKeevers Chemists is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Grade VIII Records Manager
Purpose of Role The post holder will report to the ICT Data & Analytics Manager Reporting Relationship This Records Management Lead is responsible for leading the development and implementation of records management policy as well as establishing a new national office (the Office of the File Registry) to provide records related expertise and operational services across the Agency. Duties and Responsibilities Main Duties and Responsibilities • Provide strategic leadership in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of records management policies, standards, and best practices across all services. • Develop and maintain comprehensive records management guidelines, ensuring staff have access to appropriate training, resources, and supports. • Lead the implementation of the new national records management service partner, including the national scanning service and the single offsite storage solution for all Tusla records. • Oversee the migration of all Tusla records from the existing network of ten vendors to the new national offsite storage partner, ensuring a secure, efficient, and compliant transition. • Oversee the development, maintenance, and application of records classification and retention policies for all record types processed by the Agency. • Lead the delivery of a programme of scanning and digitising legacy paper records to support modernisation and improved service delivery. Managing & Delivering Results (Operational Excellence) • Ensure that policies and procedures are aligned with best practice, are well documented, and communicated to others. • Ensure that assigned projects are managed in line with stated objectives and within specified budgets and timelines. • Implement agreed changes in a co operative and supportive manner, finding innovative ways to deliver service improvements within resource limitations. • Develop appropriate project methodologies and establish working practices that promote cross functional team working. • Work with other Directorate and Tusla Senior Managers in the implementation and rollout of new developments, with a particular emphasis on consistency and alignment across the system and reference to best practice, outcome measures, and value for money. Teamwork, Leadership & Building and Maintaining Relations • Share information with the wider team as appropriate. • Be accountable for own work and that of others as appropriate. • Work on own initiative as well as part of a wider team. • Co operate and work in harmony with other teams and disciplines. • Lead by example, motivate and encourage others, and build team commitment. • Deal with under performance in a timely and constructive manner. Finance & Human Resources • Monitor budgets and expenditure. • Develop and support business cases for new resources etc. • Support HR processes within the Directorate. Commitment to Providing a Quality Service • Be flexible and adaptable in his or her approach to work, embrace change, and adapt work practices accordingly. • Promote and maintain a quality customer focused environment. • Monitor efficiency within own area of responsibility and take remedial action or notify supervisor as appropriate. • Continuously seek to improve systems and processes. Education & Training • Maintain standards of practice and levels of professional knowledge by participating in continuous professional development initiatives and attendance at courses as appropriate. • Engage in career and professional development planning. • Oversee the provision of a framework for the promotion of staff development and training by making recommendations with regard to the ongoing education, mentoring, training, and in service needs of the inspection and monitoring team. • Pursue continuous professional development in order to develop professional knowledge and keep updated with current and relevant HR legislation. • Provide training within the team and region to share knowledge of relevant HR procedures and processes. Health & Safety • Comply with and contribute to the development of policies, procedures, guidelines, and safe professional practice and adhere to relevant legislation, regulations, and standards. • Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the service, for example National Standards for Child Protection and Care, and comply with associated Tusla – Child and Family Agency protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. • Support, promote, and actively participate in sustainable energy, water, and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon, and efficient health service. The above Job Description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him or her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and or Experience Applicants must by the closing date of application have the following: • Have a third level qualification in an ICT, Data, or Social Work related discipline. • Have a minimum of 3 years’ experience working in a data or records management related role. • Experience in developing records management related policy and related documentation. • Have project management experience. Health A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Skills, Competencies and or Knowledge Tusla Leadership Competency Framework The Tusla Leadership Competency Framework describes the behaviours that are key to Tusla colleagues being effective in the execution of their role at all levels within the Agency. The competencies and associated behavioural descriptors capture the transversal knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics that will enable colleagues, regardless of role or rank, to be effective in their work. The Tusla Leadership Framework relevant for this role is Leading the Service. Please access this link Leading the Service to fully familiarise yourself with the impact of this Leading the Service proficiency for Tusla. The Competency of Professional Knowledge is specifically linked to the duties, responsibilities, and criteria for this role. Other Requirements of the Role • The post holder will require access to appropriate transport as the post may involve travel. • Have awareness of children and young people’s participatory practice. Application Process Campaign Specific Selection Process Shortlisting and Interview The online application system has a time out facility. This is in order to protect the privacy of the user. This time out facility activates if the application has been dormant for over 60 minutes. Any work not saved will be lost if the system times out due to lack of activity. As such, please ensure to save your application as you work on it. Any lost data cannot be recovered. It might be an idea for candidates to work on their applications outside of the system and copy and paste their answers into the online application forms once they are fully complete and submit then. Once your application is fully submitted you will receive a confirmation email to your profile. If you do not receive this email, your application has not been submitted and received and you should log back on to submit fully. AI generated content must not be used in your application. Tusla reserves the right to assess if content in applications is likely created by AI in part or in whole. Use of AI may result in disqualification and exclusion from the recruitment process. Short listing may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application. The criteria for short listing are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and or knowledge section of this job specification. Therefore, it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirements. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not being called forward to the next stage of the selection process. Those successful at the shortlisting stage of this process (where applied) will be called forward to interview. Code of Practice The Recruitment Service Child and Family Agency will run this campaign in compliance with the Code of Practice prepared by the Commission for Public Service Appointments (CPSA). The Code of Practice sets out how the core principles of probity, merit, equity, and fairness might be applied on a principle basis. The Code also specifies the responsibilities placed on candidates, facilities for feedback to applicants on matters relating to their application when requested, and outlines procedures in relation to requests for a review of the recruitment and selection process and review in relation to allegations of a breach of the Code of Practice. Codes of practice are published by the CPSA and are available on www.cpsa.ie Tusla Child and Family Agency is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Tenure The current vacancy available is temporary and whole time. The post is pensionable. A panel may be created from which permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration will be filled. The tenure of these posts will be indicated at expression of interest stage for each individual post. The purpose of this campaign is to fill immediate urgent vacancies and it is expected that panel placements will cease if expressions are not received within the appropriate processes. Appointment as an employee of the Child and Family Agency is governed by the Child and Family Agency Act 2013 and the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004. Remuneration The Salary scale for the whole time equivalent of this post is: 01/08/2025: €82,258, €82,997, €86,243, €89,502, €92,736, €95,983, €99,213 LSIs (Long Service Increments) are represented by emboldened figures. 1st LSI is paid after 3 years on the maximum, the 2nd LSI after 3 years on LSI 1, and the 3rd LSI after 3 years on the 2nd LSI where applicable. The appointee shall commence on the first point of the salary scale. Incremental credit may be given on appointment for certain types of relevant experience. More information is available in Appendix 5. Candidates should note that entry will be at the minimum point of the scale and will not be subject to negotiation, and the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Different terms and conditions may apply if the appointee is currently a serving civil or public servant. Working Week The standard working week applying to the whole time equivalent of this post is 35 hours. Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the whole time equivalent of this post is 30 days per annum. Superannuation This is a pensionable position with Tusla. The successful candidate will upon appointment become a member of the appropriate pension scheme. Pension scheme membership will be notified within the contract of employment. Probation A probation period of 39 weeks, or proportion of same for fixed term or specified purpose contracts where applicable, shall apply from the commencement of employment, during which the contract may be terminated by either party in accordance with this contract. The probationary period may be extended at the discretion of management by a further 9 weeks or proportion of same for fixed term or specified purpose contracts where applicable. Confirmation of appointment as a permanent member of staff is subject to the successful completion of the probationary period for permanent contracts. Where you have already completed a probationary period with the Child and Family Agency, Health Service Executive, or Local Authority, and there is no break in service, no period of probation applies.
Youth Housing Worker
YOUTH HOUSING WORKER (NIGHTS) Are you passionate about helping young people and could you support them as they transition into adulthood and learn to live by themselves? MACS provides 24/7 supported housing for young people aged between 16 and 21, who are leaving care, or who may be homeless. Young people can live with us for up to 2 years before moving into the community. Youth Housing Workers provide an accessible point of contact at night and weekends to promote the protection and safeguarding of young people living at MACS and help them to build skills and confidence to maintain their own homes. To apply you will need: 6 months’ experience (paid or voluntary) of supporting people in a caring role If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you! Join a supportive team where you can make a real difference in young people’s lives. Posts Available: Lisburn (1 x Full Time, Permanent) Downpatrick (4 x Full Time, Permanent) Newry (1 x Full Time, Permanent) PLEASE NOTE: These roles are predominantly Waking Night shifts. Please see attached Job Description and Person specification for essential skills and knowledge required for the post and click apply to submit your CV. Salary : £23,715 per annum Benefits: MACS Pension contribution of 4% of salary; up to 24 shifts annual leave; enhanced paid leave for Sick, Maternity and Carers leave; paid training days per year; Flexible and remote working options available. Closing Date: Friday 20th March 2026 at 9.30am See attached Recruitment Guidance notes and Why Work For MACS for more information or email hr@macsni.org if you have any further queries. CVs submitted must demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria required for the post. We are currently recruiting for multiple roles across various locations. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as they are received. We strongly encourage early applications, as the advert may close once positions in each location have been successfully filled. MACS is committed to equality of opportunity and to selection on merit and all offers of employment are subject to an Access NI Disclosure Check. MACS is dedicated to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion for all, if you have a disability which means you require a reasonable adjustment to be considered at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us and we will endeavour to facilitate the request.
Dental Nurse
We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified or trainee Dental Nurse to be part of our family run group of Practices and to join our team in Bangor working full-time in a private Denplan practice. As this is a Denplan practice, an enhanced hourly rate will be offered. The successful applicant will work 36.5 hours per week, Monday to Thursday 8:50am-5:20pm and 8:50am-4:20pm on Fridays Duties will include assisting the dentist, sterilising dental equipment, keeping the surgery clean and occasional reception duties. Promoting high standards of patient care at all times is vital. Essential Criteria:
Chargehand Mechanic
Applications on the official form are invited from qualified persons who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which Permanent or Temporary appointments may be made as Chargehand Mechanic for positions as they arise. 1. CHARACTER: Each candidate shall be of good character. 2. HEALTH: Each candidate must be in a state of health 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 form: a. Have a reasonable standard of education sufficient to enable them to perform the job efficiently and effectively. b. Hold a QQI (FETAC) Level 6 Advanced Certificate Craft (Motor Mechanics) or equivalent recognised qualification and have completed a recognised apprenticeship in Motor Mechanics and be a fully qualified craftsperson. c. After obtaining qualifications, candidates should have satisfactory Motor Mechanics experience. d. Hold a full unendorsed driving licence (Category B or equivalent) that permits permanent driving in Ireland. AND Hold a valid work permit if required. All non-EU/EEA citizens must hold a valid work permit prior to and for the duration of their contract. The work permit must allow you to work full time for Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council. It is the responsibility of individual employees to ensure that you have a valid work permit. If at any stage during your contract you cease to hold a valid work permit you must immediately advise Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council and your employment will cease with immediate effect. It is desirable for candidates to: • Hold a full clean Class C driving licence. Successful candidate will be required to complete Class C driving licence within the first 1 year followed by Class CE licence within the following 12 months of employment which Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council will provide for. • Hold a current Safe Pass Card. Successful candidate will be required to complete SOLAS Safe Pass course as soon as is practically possible, which Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council will provide for. • Have experience in Agri Sector Plant. • Have experience and qualifications in hydraulic, pneumatic, or auto electrical area. • Be proficient in welding techniques. • Have experience of using IT systems e.g. Excel, Word, Smart Devices and Systems. • Knowledge, training or experience of working on Electric Vehicles would be beneficial. Candidates will demonstrate through their application form and at interview the following skills and attributes: • Application of experience in the position of Mechanic. • Organisation skills. • Capacity to contribute to and work well in a team. • Report writing and record keeping. • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Ability to use initiative and judgement. • Ability to use technology. • A high level of technical competence relative to the requirements of the post. • Health and Safety legislation and awareness. • Knowledge of the Council Services. • Demonstrate Customer awareness skills. • Identifies and utilises resources effectively • Accurate reporting and timely communication with Supervisors and colleagues. PARTICULARS OF THE POSITION 1. The office is permanent, whole-time and pensionable. 2. WAGES – HOURLY RATE: €24.08; €24.32; €24.43; €24.57; €24.68; €24.75; €24.80; €24.87; €24.93; €25.03; €25.11; €25.30 Rates as at 01/02/2026. Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the office shall pay to the Local Authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their office or in respect of any services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. 3. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE): As a condition of employment, the holder of the post will be required, at all times when on duty, to wear such items of personal protective equipment as are specified from time to time by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council. 4. SUPERANNUATION CONTRIBUTION: Persons who become pensionable officers of a Local Authority who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the Local Authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependant or qualified children). Persons who become pensionable officers of a Local Authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the Local Authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. All persons who become pensionable officers of a Local Authority will be required in respect of the Spouses and Children’s Contributory Pension Scheme to contribute to the Local Authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the scheme. RETIREMENT New Entrants recruited to the Public Service on or after 1 January 2013 Pensionable public servants recruited to the Public Service for the first time on or after 1 January 2013 will be members of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. Pension age: Minimum pension age is linked to the State Pension age which is currently 66 but may be subject to change. Compulsory retirement age: Scheme members must retire at the age of 70. In all other cases, staff recruited on or after 1 January 2013 who were employed in the Public Service on 31 December 2012 or within a period prior to 31 December 2012 not exceeding 26 weeks will retain their existing pension scheme terms and conditions. In certain circumstances, for example where the public servant was on secondment or approved leave or remains on the same contract of employment, the 26 week rule does not apply. Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER): It is a condition of the Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement as set out in Department of Finance Circular 12/09 that retirees under that Scheme are debarred from applying for another position in the same employment or the same sector. Therefore, such retirees may not apply for this position. 5. HOURS OF WORK: Applicants will be required to work a 39 hour week, Monday to Friday (07:30 am to 4:00 pm Monday to Thursday; 07:30 am to 3:00 pm on Friday). They will be required to work overtime as required. They must work as required on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays for which payment at the appropriate rate will be made. 6. PROBATION: When a person is not already a permanent officer of a Local Authority within the Public Service in Ireland and is appointed to a permanent office, the following provisions shall apply: a. There shall be a period after such appointment takes effect during which such person shall hold office on probation. b. Such period shall be one year. c. Such person shall cease to hold such office at the end of the period of probation unless, during such period, the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such person in such office is satisfactory. 7. ANNUAL LEAVE: Annual leave entitlement for the position of Chargehand Mechanic is 24 days per annum in accordance with Department of Environment, Community and Local Government Circular LG(P) 07/2011. Prior authorisation is essential before annual leave is taken. The granting of annual leave at any particular time is always subject to the requirements of the Council and all annual leave is liable to suspension during periods of exceptional pressure. The final decision in allocating leave rests with Management. 8. 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; or c. A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the European Union and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or d. A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or United Kingdom 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 Irish citizen child and has been granted residence permission (usually Stamp 4). 9. DUTIES: The post holder will be required to carry out all the duties allocated to them by the Council under the direction and supervision of the relevant Supervisor, including but not limited to the duties listed in the original document above. The particular duties and responsibilities attached to the post may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the duties or level of responsibilities entailed. The post holder may therefore be required to perform duties appropriate to the post other than those detailed above and to take instructions from and report to an appropriate Officer as may be assigned from time to time by the Council. The holder of the post will, if required, act for an officer of a higher level. 10. LOCATION AND RESIDENCE: Holders of the office shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council reserves the right to assign employees to any premises in use by the Council, now or in the future, subject to reasonable notice. 11. RECRUITMENT: Selection of candidates for appointment shall be by means of a competition based on an interview conducted by or on behalf of the Local Authority. The interview will be competency based. Candidates will be required to demonstrate knowledge of the key duties and responsibilities for this role. The interview may be held in person or online. The Council reserves the right to shortlist candidates, in the manner it deems most appropriate, to proceed to the interview stage of the competition. Further recruitment provisions, appeals procedures, panel formation, appointment timelines and additional relevant information for applicants shall apply as set out in the original documentation. Examples of some of the current Employee Benefits include: • A range of Family Friendly Policies. • A Staff Health Screening Programme. • Availability of a Cycle to Work Scheme. • A range of Learning and Development Opportunities. • Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave. • Automatically entered into a pension scheme. • Access to the services provided under Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council’s Employee Assistance Programme.
Canteen Cook
At Norbrook we are seeking a dedicated Canteen Cook to join our team, preparing high-quality meals for our employees while ensuring the kitchen and canteen operate safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with all regulatory and internal standards. The role requires a strong commitment to food safety, hygiene, and customer service, supporting a culture of excellence and well-being within our workplace. The role also requires flexibility to work across Norbrook sites in line with operational requirements, ensuring consistent service standards and compliance across the business. Main Activities/Tasks
Chargehand Gardener
QUALIFICATIONS Applications on the official form are invited from qualified persons who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which Permanent or Temporary appointments may be made as Chargehand Gardener for positions as they arise. CHARACTER Each candidate shall be of good character. HEALTH Each candidate must be in a state of health as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, ETC. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application form: Have satisfactorily completed The National Diploma in Horticulture at the National Botanic Gardens, Horticulture College or equivalent qualification AND After obtaining qualifications, candidates should have satisfactory horticultural experience AND Hold a full unendorsed driving licence (Category B or equivalent) that permits permanent driving in Ireland AND Hold a valid work permit if required All non European Union or European Economic Area citizens must hold a valid work permit prior to and for the duration of their contract. The work permit must allow you to work full time for Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council. It is the responsibility of individual employees to ensure that you have a valid work permit. If at any stage during your contract you cease to hold a valid work permit you must immediately advise Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council and your employment will cease with immediate effect. It is desirable for candidates to: • Hold a current Safe Pass card on taking up duty • Have a good knowledge of mechanical plant including the agricultural tractor and ancillary equipment • Have the ability to oversee and implement a programme of works and or significant landscape project undertaken by direct labour or outside contractors or a combination of these • Have a good knowledge and understanding of environmental issues and be familiar with relevant legislation • Have a knowledge of the cultivation of plants, both outdoor and under glass, as well as a good knowledge of decorative gardening • Have a thorough knowledge of landscape or amenity horticulture • Have experience in the use and care of tools, machines and appliances used in the maintenance of parks and gardens Candidates will demonstrate through their application form and at interview the following skills and attributes: • Understanding of the role • Ability to apply previous experience to the role • Good communication and interpersonal skills • Self motivated with a record of demonstrating initiative and ability to use judgement in a workplace environment • Be capable of dealing satisfactorily with outside bodies, residents associations, public representatives etc. • Capacity to contribute to and work well in a team • Sufficient knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety requirements, legislation and regulations • Flexibility in terms of working hours as the duties can involve working outside of normal hours as required • Knowledge of the services provided by Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council • Demonstrate customer awareness skills and a positive customer service attitude • Ability to maintain accurate and complete records of all tasks carried out in hard copy and electronic format • Have ability to supervise depot staff, students and contractors operating within their area and be competent in their supervision and be able to demonstrate this • Ability to take and record measurements including basic surveying, levelling and setting out procedures PARTICULARS OF THE POSITION The office is permanent, whole time and pensionable. WAGES – HOURLY RATE €24.08; €24.32; €24.43; €24.57; €24.68; €24.75; €24.80; €24.87; €24.93; €25.03; €25.11; €25.30 Rates as at 1 February 2026 Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the office shall pay to the Local Authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their office or in respect of any services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT As a condition of employment, the holder of the post will be required, at all times when on duty, to wear such items of personal protective equipment as are specified from time to time by Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council. SUPERANNUATION CONTRIBUTION Persons who become pensionable officers of a Local Authority who are liable to pay the Class A rate of Pay Related Social Insurance contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the Local Authority at the rate of 1.5 per cent of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5 per cent of net pensionable remuneration (that is pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of Social Insurance Old Age Contributory Pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependant or qualified children). Persons who become pensionable officers of a Local Authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of Pay Related Social Insurance contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the Local Authority at the rate of 5 per cent of their pensionable remuneration. All persons who become pensionable officers of a Local Authority will be required in respect of the Spouses and Children’s Contributory Pension Scheme to contribute to the Local Authority at the rate of 1.5 per cent of their pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the scheme. RETIREMENT New Entrants recruited to the Public Service on or after 1 January 2013 Pensionable public servants recruited to the Public Service for the first time on or after 1 January 2013, the commencement date of the Single Scheme, will be members of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. Pension age Minimum pension age is linked to the State Pension age which is currently 66 but may be subject to change. Compulsory retirement age Scheme members must retire at the age of 70. In all other cases, staff recruited on or after 1 January 2013 who were employed in the Public Service on 31 December 2012 or within a period prior to 31 December 2012 not exceeding 26 weeks will retain their existing pension scheme terms and conditions. In certain circumstances, for example where the public servant was on secondment or approved leave or remains on the same contract of employment, the 26 week rule does not apply. Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement It is a condition of the Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement as set out in Department of Finance Circular 12/09 that retirees under that scheme are debarred from applying for another position in the same employment or the same sector. Therefore, such retirees may not apply for this position. HOURS OF WORK Applicants will be required to work a 39 hour week, Monday to Friday (08:00 – 16:30 Monday to Thursday; 08:00 – 15:30 on Friday). They will be required to work overtime as required. They must work as required on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays for which payment at the appropriate rate will be made. PROBATION When a person is not already a permanent officer of a Local Authority within the Public Service in Ireland and is appointed to a permanent office the following provisions shall apply: a. There shall be a period after such appointment takes effect during which such person shall hold office on probation b. Such period shall be one year c. Such person shall cease to hold such office at the end of the period of probation unless, during such period, the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such person in such office is satisfactory ANNUAL LEAVE Annual leave entitlement for the position of Chargehand Gardener is 24 days per annum in accordance with Department of Environment, Community and Local Government Circular LG(P) 07/2011. Prior authorisation is essential before annual leave is taken. The granting of annual leave at any particular time is always subject to the requirements of the Council and all annual leave is liable to suspension during periods of exceptional pressure. The final decision in allocating leave rests with Management. CITIZENSHIP Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: a) A citizen of the European Economic Area. The European Economic Area consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or b) A citizen of the United Kingdom; or c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the European Union and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or d) A non European Economic Area citizen who is a spouse or child of a European Economic Area or United Kingdom 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 European Economic Area citizen who is a parent of a dependent Irish citizen child and has been granted residence permission, usually Stamp 4. DUTIES The post holder will be required to carry out all the duties allocated to them by the Council under the direction and supervision of the relevant Supervisor, which will include but are not limited to: a. The person selected for the post will report to the Senior Executive Parks and Landscape Officer or other authorised person b. Supervise and control staff who may be detailed to assist them c. Participation in the Performance Management and Development System process d. Be responsible for the efficiency of works in the area and to carry out all instructions and inspections and furnish any reports, diaries, records or other particulars described by the Senior Executive Parks and Landscape Officer or other authorised person e. Be responsible for the use and care of tools, machines and appliances used in the maintenance of parks and gardens f. Be available to attend to emergency work outside of normal working hours and participate in an emergency call out roster if required g. Propagation and cultivation of plants and for the layout, care, upkeep, maintenance and control of ornamental pleasure and recreational grounds in the parks, gardens and open spaces to which they may from time to time be assigned h. Attendance at meetings and workshops arranged by Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council i. Communicate satisfactorily with outside bodies, residents associations, public representatives etc. j. Maintain accurate and complete records of all tasks carried out in hard copy and electronic format k. Co operate with and avail of any new technology and or systems which may become available to assist in the effective and efficient carrying out of duties or as may be required l. Utilise the Council’s Customer Relationship Management system in accordance with corporate policies and procedures: • Deal with complaints or incidents as may arise and be advised through Customer Relationship Management or other channels • Reply to complaints or incidents through the Customer Relationship Management portal on all platforms as made available m. Ensure that all works being carried out comply with the relevant Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Acts and Regulations, including the completion of Risk Assessments, Safe Systems of Work Plans and Accident or Incident forms n. Comply with Health and Safety requirements of the Council and wear or use any safety equipment or clothing supplied o. Ensure staff they supervise are fit to work, wear the required personal protective equipment for the tasks to be carried out and take appropriate action immediately when these requirements are not met p. Supervise external contractors to ensure works are carried out to the required standards q. Operate in accordance with current best practice requirements in relation to the activities that staff carry out r. Operate a Council vehicle as part of work responsibilities and utilise a mobile phone or other electronic devices when required s. Co operate fully in the implementation of security arrangements for plant, equipment etc., as well as security within the Council’s parks t. Co operate and contribute to operational reviews u. Co operate and contribute to value for money initiatives v. Participate fully in any initiative aimed to increase customer satisfaction and quality of service to the community The particular duties and responsibilities attached to the post may vary from time to time, without changing the general character of the duties or level of responsibilities entailed. The post holder may therefore be required to perform duties appropriate to the post, other than those detailed above, and to take instructions from and report to an appropriate Officer or such designated Officer as may be assigned from time to time by the Council. The duties of the post are to give to the local authority and to: a. The local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive is Chief Executive, and b. To any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority or by any of the authorities or bodies referred to in sub paragraph (a) under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such officers as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate computing, technical, management, administrative, executive, supervisory, advisory and ancillary services as may be required by any local authority or body hereinbefore mentioned in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties and to exercise such powers, functions and duties as may be delegated to him or her by the Chief Executive from time to time including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The holder of the post will, if required, act for an officer of a higher level. LOCATION AND RESIDENCE Holders of the office shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council reserves the right to assign employees to any premises in use by the Council, now or in the future, subject to reasonable notice.
