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Location: Omagh or Enniskillen; the successful applicant will be required to work across the Fermanagh & Omagh District Council area. Hours of work: 37 hours per week (Monday – Friday); work during the evening and weekends may be required. Salary: PO 2, SCP 31-34; £41,771 - £45,091 per annum Main Purpose of Job: • To provide professional financial support, advice, and guidance, to support decision making across Council services, in compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations and strategies. • To support the Head of Finance and lead/manage in defined service areas (including: treasury and capital activities; estimates process and rate setting process; management and financial accounting) and to ensure effective communication around financial and associated matters. • To work as part of a team and support the Finance Department in the delivery of a range of modern, efficient, effective, and responsive financial services for the Council, including system and process development and the implementation of technology. Main Responsibilities: • Support the production of the Annual Statement of Accounts, Cash Flow forecasts and other financial returns and analysis as required by government, the Council, the Chief Executive, budget holders or auditors with particular emphasis on compliance with the relevant sections of the Local Government Finance Act and the relevant CIPFA codes. • Support the production of the Annual Estimates, the Medium-Term Financial Plan, including Capital plans and forecasts. Ensure that plans, indicators, strategies and policies are monitored and reported regularly to the relevant Committees to ensure the robustness of Estimates and Adequacy of Reserves. • Implement all Financial and Procurement policies and procedures and keep up to date with changes in relevant legislation affecting the Council and make recommendations to amend financial practice, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with legislation and best practice financial management. • Provide financial support to services for the preparation of Economic/Options Appraisals and Business Cases to support decision making and investment plans that will demonstrate affordable, prudent, and sustainable plans. • Co-ordinate the Council’s investments, borrowings, financial liabilities, cash flows and its banking in line with the Council’s Treasury Management Strategy and Plan and other guidance; to effectively control the risks associated with those activities, to pursue optimum performance consistent with those risks and to administer all banking correspondence and account amendments. • Provide financial support and advice to a nominated area Directorate and act as the main conduit with the Finance Department and maintain effective working relationships with Director, Senior and Operational Managers and to provide advice and assistance on ad-hoc issues. • Provide management support in the implementation of financial policies and procedures and ensure the consistent application and implementation of same, including liaising with Directors and others to provide financial information and reports for the purposes of management control and internal audit. • Ensure appropriate financial systems, procedures and records are in place in the nominated service areas and they are maintained to support audit and reporting requirements in accordance with good accounting practice. • Assist in the accurate recording of Fixed Assets, including asset valuation and physical verification to enable accurate preparation of capital accounting schedules and notes for the Annual Statement of Accounts and to ensure Inventory procedures are being implemented by relevant services. • Ensure the procurement processes within nominated service areas are in line with the Council’s Procurement Policy and processes and provide support to the central procurement function by providing direct advice and guidance on procurement within the directorate. • Oversee the preparation of all financial elements of funding applications, claims, statistical analysis, and other reports/statements and assist with financial management of projects undertaken by the Directorate. • Examine the effectiveness of internal financial control throughout the Directorate and make recommendations for improving effectiveness and develop systems to ensure the successful implementation of internal audit and external recommendations within the Directorate. • Support the implementation of new technology and identify and implement new, more efficient financial working practices within the Directorate taking account of technology and relevant stakeholders. • Liaise with, and provide reports and analysis to Local Government Audit, European, other Statutory auditors, and external funders. General: • Comply fully with all Health and Safety at Work legislation in accordance with the Council’s Health and Safety at Work policy and all associated procedures and guidance. • Comply with all the Council’s Policies and Procedures including the Employee Code of Conduct and the Employee and Councillor Working Relationship Protocol. • Comply with employee responsibility in relation to all records held, created, or used as part of the Council’s business. All records, paper or electronic, are public records and accessible by the public, with limited exceptions, under the Freedom of Information Act 2000, the Environment Regulations 2004, and the Data Protection Act 1998. • Work on own initiative, deal with and resolve issues using personal and professional judgement and imagination, and judge when to seek guidance. • Undertake the duties of the post at all times in a manner that enhances and promotes the positive image of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council. • Keep up to date with learning and development opportunities to ensure adequately equipped with the necessary skills and abilities to effectively undertake their roles within the Council. The postholder will be expected to be flexible and adaptable to meet the changing needs and requirements of the organisation. The above list should not be seen as an exhaustive list of duties and the postholder will be expected to undertake other relevant duties, as required. Applications are invited from applicants who meet the following criteria: • The successful completion of the professional examinations of one of the following: o The Institute of Chartered Accountants (in Ireland, England, Wales or Scotland) o The Chartered Association of Certified Accountants o The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants o The Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy • At least one year’s relevant and suitable experience to include evidence of competence in each of the following: o Financial accounting/planning/budgeting o Treasury management o Economic/options appraisals and post project appraisals o Ability to provide advice and support in the implementation of best practice Financial Management and Reporting • Access to a form of transport to meet the needs of the post.
General Operative
Purpose of the Job The General Operative supports the safe and efficient running of sawmill processes and daily production activities. The role involves assisting with the processing of timber products, operating machinery, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring that production areas remain safe, clean, and well organised. Key Skills & Requirements Key Competences • Ability to work safely in a manual and industrial environment • Good attention to detail and ability to follow instructions • Strong work ethic and reliability • Ability to work effectively as part of a team • Flexibility to undertake a range of duties across the sawmill • Strong safety awareness for self and others • Ability to estimate and differentiate between board sizes • Ability to use tape measure and calipers • Able to work outdoors • Able to perform manual handling tasks • Flexibility to work shift patterns and change shifts where required Key Responsibilities 1. Health, Safety and Environmental • Comply fully with all company health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures • Maintain a safe working environment by following safe working practices and reporting hazards immediately • Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times • Participate in safety briefings, training, and toolbox talks as required 2. Production Operations • Work across all work centres as directed by the Supervisor or Manager • Assist in the processing of timber through various stages of the sawmill production process • Operate sawmill machinery and equipment safely and efficiently • Support the achievement of production targets by maintaining a consistent workflow • Stack, sort, and grade timber products in line with specifications and quality standards 3. Machine Operation and Equipment • Assist with basic machine set-up and adjustments where required • Operate and monitor machinery such as saws, conveyors, and processing equipment in accordance with safety procedures • Report any equipment faults, defects, or maintenance issues to the Supervisor promptly 4. Quality • Measure timber products using tape measure and callipers to ensure that customer specifications are met • Stack, package and label finished goods to customer specifications and in compliance with the Company’s Manual Handling Policy • Ensure the quality of products and take appropriate corrective action where necessary, including informing the Production Supervisor 5. Record Keeping • Maintain up-to-date and accurate production records 6. Housekeeping • Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the work area in line with housekeeping standards • Assist with general yard duties, including clearing waste materials and maintaining safe walkways 7. Teamwork • Work collaboratively with colleagues and supervisors to maintain efficient production operations • Follow instructions from supervisors and contribute positively to the team environment • Make positive contributions in team meetings with specific reference to production and maintenance matters Co-ordination with Other Professionals
General Operative
About Us Glennon Brothers is a leading timber processing group across Ireland and the UK. As a recognised leader within the green technology and sustainable construction sectors, the Group is dynamic, innovative and firmly focused on long-term responsible growth. As part of the Glennon Brothers Group, Balcas Timber is a leading timber products supplier and has pioneered biomass renewable energy in the British Isles. The business has grown organically, and through acquisition and investment in the latest processing technologies. Balcas’ timber products portfolio includes construction timber, fencing and landscaping products and pallet and packaging material. Balcas has led the development of the market for wood pellet fuel in Ireland and Britain. Balcas operates biomass Combined Heat and Power plants that produce renewable energy. Residual heat from electricity generation is used to dry locally sourced woodfibre that is then processed into high-energy fuel pellets, displacing 750 million litres of oil in homes, commercial premises and industry. Purpose of the Job The General Operative supports the safe and efficient running of sawmill processes and daily production activities. The role involves assisting with the processing of timber products, operating machinery, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring that production areas remain safe, clean, and well organised. Hours of Work Monday to Thursday: 6.30am to 4.00pm; Friday: 6.30am to 1.30pm Closing Date Monday 25th May 2026 at 4.00pm
