43 Management jobs in Portlaoise
Operations Shift Manager

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At Abbott, you will play a crucial role to help people live more fully at all stages of their lives. Abbott is a global healthcare leader, and our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritional products and branded generic medicines. Our 113,000 colleagues have a daily impact on the life of people in more than 160 countries.
**Abbott Ireland**
In Ireland, Abbott employs over 5,000 people across nine sites. We currently have six manufacturing facilities located in Clonmel, Cootehill, Donegal, Longford and Sligo and a third-party manufacturing management operation in Sligo. Abbott also has commercial, support operations and shared services in Dublin and Galway. We have been making a difference in the lives of Irish people since 1946.
**Diabetes Care Kilkenny**
Our new manufacturing facility in Kilkenny, reflects the growing demand for Abbott's global Diabetes Care products. The facility will be a centre for world-class engineering, quality, medical device manufacturing, and other science-based professionals to produce life-changing technologies that enable people with diabetes to live the best and fullest lives they can. At Abbott in Kilkenny, you can shape your career as you help shape the future of healthcare.
**This is how you can make a difference at Abbott:**
We're looking for a dynamic **Manufacturing Operations Manager** to lead a large, diverse team and drive performance, innovation, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. As a key leader, you'll oversee a team of approximately 200 employees-including operators, technicians, material handlers, and line leads-ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality products that meet customer expectations and regulatory standards. This is a shift based position.
**Your responsibilities will include:**
+ **Empowering Teams** : Lead, coach, and develop your team to achieve operational excellence, foster a culture of safety, and promote continuous learning.
+ **Driving Efficiency** : Allocate resources strategically to optimize production, reduce waste, and improve throughput.
+ **Championing Quality** : Monitor product quality and ensure compliance with established standards and specifications.
+ **Leading Change** : Identify and implement process improvements using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
+ **Collaborating Cross-Functionally** : Partner with Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, Quality, and Technical Services to ensure seamless operations.
+ **Operational Leadership** : Execute the Manufacturing Operations System (MOS) through structured tier meetings and standard work practices.
+ **Sustainability Focus** : Promote environmentally responsible manufacturing practices, including energy efficiency and waste reduction.
+ **Problem Solving** : Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions to resolve production challenges.
+ **Adaptability** : Respond effectively to changing demands and unforeseen challenges with agility and resilience.
+ **Strategic Oversight** : Manage budgets, monitor cost-effectiveness, and prioritize spending to maximize value.
**Education and Experience**
+ A minimum NFQ Level 7 qualification (or equivalent) in Engineering, Science, or a related discipline.
+ At least 5 years' experience in a leadership role within high-volume manufacturing (medical device, pharmaceutical, automotive, or similar).
+ Proven experience managing large teams and complex operations across multiple shifts or departments.
+ Strong background in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement methodologies.
+ Experience in budget planning and cost control.
+ Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
+ A passion for developing people and driving operational excellence.
**What we Offer**
Attractive compensation package that includes competitive pay, as well as benefits such as
+ Family health insurance
+ Excellent pension scheme
+ Life assurance
+ Career Development
+ Fantastic new facility
+ Growing business plus access to many more benefits.
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Category Manager

Posted 2 days ago
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Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritional's and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
**About Abbott Diabetes Care**
Abbott is the global leader in Diabetes Care with the number one continuous glucose monitor worldwide. We are delivering breakthroughs for people living with diabetes with the highest level of accuracy in our unmatched sensing technology, we have more than 7 million Freestyle Libre users globally.
**This is how you can make a difference at Abbott:**
In this important role, you will lead category sourcing initiatives focusing on Packaging, encompassing local, domestic and international purchasing opportunities. You will be establishing, articulating, and implementing sourcing strategies, with an emphasis on introducing new suppliers to support the expansion in Kilkenny. This entails obtaining program buy-in from various stakeholder organizations, managing project plans, identifying the resources to support the objectives, and driving projects through complex sourcing processes, ensuring end results meet the requirements of all organisations impacted.
To fulfil this role, you will need a proactive approach that is relationship oriented, customer focused, analytical and data-driven, creative and committed to continuous improvement. Experience in working on new supplier onboarding is a plus.
**What You'll Be Doing:** **:**
+ Overall strategic ownership of suppliers/commodities within the Packaging category.
+ Working closely with business stakeholders in Corporate and Divisional functions to enable business continuity, including driving implementation plans.
+ Nurturing stakeholder relationships by serving as a strong business partner, helping to identify business critical needs and requirements while providing operational support that meets immediate and long-term demands.
+ Being a strategic representative of Abbott, across disciplines, industry and within the community.
+ Proactively identify areas of opportunity for business process improvement.
+ Providing insights to business units on how to optimize and refine Abbott and Supplier processes to improve effectiveness.
+ Influencing business units to align with strategic initiatives that enable effective operational efficiencies across the enterprise.
+ Effective operational leader capable of driving effectiveness for the category.
+ Ability to assess overall needs and react to anticipated and unanticipated disruptions.
+ Driving financial performance thorough supply base management, and category capability building.
+ Strong cost focus, delivering savings, managing negotiations and escalations, and driving value add / value engineering analysis.
+ Influencing and partnering with business leaders to manage and align business needs and requirements for the category.
+ Monitoring global market dynamics and anticipating business critical actions that may be required for business continuity.
+ Being a key relationship manager with category suppliers, driving risk management, and enhanced development of a flexible agile supply base.
**Qualifications and experience**
+ Degree in related discipline.
+ At least 5+ years of combined / related experience in a procurement / buying / category management role.
+ Industry experience in paper packaging / labels - preferable.
+ Experience in a manufacturing environment preferable.
+ Effective relationship building skills, capable of engaging stakeholders at all levels.
+ CIPS qualification (or equivalent) -preferable
**What's in it for you:**
+ Pension
+ Healthcare
+ Bonus
+ Life insurance
+ Disability insurance
+ Paid maternity leave
+ Parental leave
+ Adoptive leave
+ Flexible working
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Abbott is an equal opportunities employer
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.
We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.
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Operations Team Lead

Posted 2 days ago
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Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
**Abbott in Ireland**
Abbott has been operating in Ireland since 1946 and serves the Irish market with a diverse range of healthcare products including diagnostics, diabetes care, medical devices and nutritional products. In Ireland, Abbott currently employs about 6,000 people across ten sites located in Dublin, Donegal, Clonmel, Cootehill, Galway, Kilkenny, Longford and Sligo.
**Abbott Diabetes Care Kilkenny**
Abbott Diabetes Care has opened a new site, in Kilkenny, that is at the forefront of Diabetes care with the latest technology, to manufacture FreeStyle blood glucose test strips and FreeStyle Sensors for use in diabetes management. Among Abbott Diabetes Care leading brands are the FreeStyle Precision, FreeStyle Lite and FreeStyle Libre systems.
**Main purpose of the role:**
Ensure that production targets and schedules are achieved for their process area. Responsible for driving the process of continuous improvement and lean principles.Responsible for their shifts' performance with respect to safety, quality, on-time delivery and cost. Line manager to operator and technicians within their process area.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Maintain high level of visibility with production staff. Use hands-on approach to communicate daily and involve production staff in problem solving.
+ Develop a high-performance work team with high levels of worker morale, satisfaction, and performance.
+ Create and maintain a respectful work environment by listening, seeking facts to support decisions, managing one's own reactions, and addressing unacceptable behaviour.
+ Help production staff succeed through performance management. Provide coaching and performance communication to support development.
+ Review general status of production schedules to identify and resolve problems.
+ Ensure the desired product quality levels are achieved through use of standard work and training to those standards, training in operation and inspection techniques, and use of tools/data.
+ Provide training and coaching to improve standard work, work center organization (5S), and housekeeping. Actively provide change leadership as required.
+ Support and foster an environment of continuous improvement by encouraging production staff to challenge existing processes and implement solutions that enhance the overall effectiveness of the operation.
+ Support production staff in understanding company policies and practices.
+ Maintain time and production records.
+ Take notice of process related problems and support production staff in taking corrective action to improve the overall performance of the team.
+ Communicate with and listen to production staff on a daily basis regarding work team performance, strategic initiatives, policy changes, safety, quality, etc.
+ Communicate with other Process Area Leads and appropriate personnel regarding equipment, safety, work schedules, company policies and practices, performance improvement plans, etc.
+ Hires and retains a diverse, highly qualified staff and provides ongoing performance feedback. Maintains a safe and professional work environment.
+ Promotes and ensures a quality culture within the Process Area.
+ Complies with company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments. Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.
**Qualifications/Experience:**
+ Minimum Level 7 NFQ qualification.
+ 3+ years of experience in developing a team.
+ Previous experience in a manufacturing environment.
+ Strong multitasking abilities.
+ Excellent communication skills.
**What are the benefits and perks of working at Abbott Kilkenny?**
+ Health Insurance for you and your family
+ Pension
+ Life insurance
+ Short Term Disability Protection
+ Long Term Disability Protection
+ Flexible working
+ Carers leave
+ Education Assistance
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An Equal Opportunity Employer
Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.
We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.
To request accommodation, please call or email
Territory Sales Manager
Posted 1 day ago
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Sitech Technology Systems (Ireland) Ltd
Number of Openings:
1
Worker Type:
Permanent
Position Overview:
Technology and innovation are at the heart of everything we do. SITECH UK and Ireland are the exclusive dealer for Trimble Machine Control Systems and experts in deploying Site Positioning Systems and construction site software across the industry. Our knowledge, technical support and first-class service ensures we deliver the best technology solution for your construction needs, regardless of machinery or project type. We are looking for a motivated Territory Sales Manager to join our team.
Job Description:
This home-based role involves actively developing and growing the Ireland region by identifying and selling Trimble’s wide range of technology solutions to the construction infrastructure services market. The position requires direct customer-facing contact and a willingness to travel within the region as needed. You will report directly to the UK and Ireland Sales Manager and work closely with the Operations team, with a personal training plan offered around the Trimble Construction Infrastructure portfolio.
Responsibilities: Accountable for the sales performance of the region, including achieving revenue and profit targets. Manages regional expense budgets and maintains strong customer relations. Strategic Planning : Generate and develop a strategic territory sales plan, plan sales activity daily, weekly, and monthly, and report using internal CRM.
Opportunity Management : Identify, manage, and close new and existing opportunities within the region. Collaborate with OEM and Strategic Sales to identify new business opportunities.
Product Demonstration : Demonstrate the features and benefits of Trimble’s Construction Infrastructure products to existing and potential customers.
Consultative Sales : Perform key account management to build positive relationships with leading regional customers.
Forecasting : Deliver regular and accurate sales forecasts to the UK Regional Sales Manager.
Goal Achievement : Work diligently to achieve company objectives and goals, always striving to improve results.
Market Analysis : Monitor and report on market strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats, specifically with customers.
Knowledge/Skills/Experience Bachelor’s Degree in a technical-related discipline, civil engineering, surveying, or related business field and/or HND in a technical-related discipline.
Relevant experience in a construction technology-related discipline, with previous field sales experience preferred.
Strong ability to successfully sell products and services.
Ability to set priorities appropriate for short and long-term objectives.
Ability to make strategic decisions and take disciplined risks.
What We Offer: In addition to a competitive salary, commission, car/car allowance, 25 days holiday, you will benefit from: A comprehensive benefits package
A supportive and collaborative work environment
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Why Join Us: At SITECH, we are dedicated to bringing the benefits of efficiency, cost reduction, performance, and finish to the Heavy Construction and Civils market. Join our growing team of dedicated specialists and be part of a company that values innovation and precision.
At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.
Territory Sales Manager
Posted 1 day ago
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Sitech Technology Systems (Ireland) Ltd
Number of Openings:
1
Worker Type:
Permanent
Position Overview:
Technology and innovation are at the heart of everything we do. SITECH UK and Ireland are the exclusive dealer for Trimble Machine Control Systems and experts in deploying Site Positioning Systems and construction site software across the industry. Our knowledge, technical support and first-class service ensures we deliver the best technology solution for your construction needs, regardless of machinery or project type. We are looking for a motivated Territory Sales Manager to join our team.
Job Description:
This home-based role involves actively developing and growing the Ireland region by identifying and selling Trimble’s wide range of technology solutions to the construction infrastructure services market. The position requires direct customer-facing contact and a willingness to travel within the region as needed. You will report directly to the UK and Ireland Sales Manager and work closely with the Operations team, with a personal training plan offered around the Trimble Construction Infrastructure portfolio.
Responsibilities: Accountable for the sales performance of the region, including achieving revenue and profit targets. Manages regional expense budgets and maintains strong customer relations. Strategic Planning : Generate and develop a strategic territory sales plan, plan sales activity daily, weekly, and monthly, and report using internal CRM.
Opportunity Management : Identify, manage, and close new and existing opportunities within the region. Collaborate with OEM and Strategic Sales to identify new business opportunities.
Product Demonstration : Demonstrate the features and benefits of Trimble’s Construction Infrastructure products to existing and potential customers.
Consultative Sales : Perform key account management to build positive relationships with leading regional customers.
Forecasting : Deliver regular and accurate sales forecasts to the UK Regional Sales Manager.
Goal Achievement : Work diligently to achieve company objectives and goals, always striving to improve results.
Market Analysis : Monitor and report on market strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats, specifically with customers.
Knowledge/Skills/Experience Bachelor’s Degree in a technical-related discipline, civil engineering, surveying, or related business field and/or HND in a technical-related discipline.
Relevant experience in a construction technology-related discipline, with previous field sales experience preferred.
Strong ability to successfully sell products and services.
Ability to set priorities appropriate for short and long-term objectives.
Ability to make strategic decisions and take disciplined risks.
What We Offer: In addition to a competitive salary, commission, car/car allowance, 25 days holiday, you will benefit from: A comprehensive benefits package
A supportive and collaborative work environment
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Why Join Us: At SITECH, we are dedicated to bringing the benefits of efficiency, cost reduction, performance, and finish to the Heavy Construction and Civils market. Join our growing team of dedicated specialists and be part of a company that values innovation and precision.
At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.
Clinical nurse manager 1(housing first- homeless services)
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Candidates will normally be given 1 week notice of Interview.
The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances.
Taking up Appointment A start date will be indicated at job offer stage.
Remuneration The Salary scale for the post is: €64,750 Pro Rata - part-time Location of Post Covering the counties of South Tipperary and Waterford.
2 Permanent, whole-time vacancy available in the Housing First Initiative, based in The Social Inclusion Office, in the 2 counties.
Informal Enquiries Annemarie Walshe, Homeless Lead, Social Inclusion, Enniscorthy Health Centre, Mill Park Road, Enniscorthy, Co.
Wexford Y21h2 X3.
Telephone; Email: Details of Service The south east Housing-First Initiative is funded through the Service Reform fund (Department of Health; the Department of Housing, Planning, and Local Government; the Health Service Executive Ireland (HSE); Local Authorities; and the Atlantic Philanthropies, in collaboration with Genio).
The initiative is led by a Consortium of professionals from Housing, Homeless services and Health Service Executive with the explicit aim of improving the biopsychosocial health of individuals who are homeless, transitioning to housing arrangements.
The initiative targets people with complex needs who are identified through their use of the Homeless services and the Acute Hospitals in the south east.
Reporting Relationship Employed by The Good Shepherd Centre, line managed by HSE homeless lead and clinical governance under the AOD in the social inclusion office.
The positions have a permanent stream funding.
Purpose of the Post The post of CNM1 has a pivotal role in service planning, co-ordinating, and managing activity and resources within the clinical area.
The main responsibilities are holding a case load, quality assurance, practice development, facilitating communication and professional / clinical leadership.
To be responsible for the management and recovery orientated integrated care for individuals presenting to the Housing First Services and care and treatment of service users, to ensure that the optimum standard of care is provided within the designated area(s) of responsibility.
To work with the Homeless population who are experiencing street homelessness and those in emergency accommodation.
The primary role of the Clinical Nurse Manager 1 (CNM 1) will be one of clinical, professional and development in the nursing team, including the development of nursing staff by means of in-service training, working directly with clients and carrying a caseload, have experience and supervision of student nurses where this is appropriate.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities The Clinical Nurse Manager (Mental Health) 1 will: Professional / Clinical Be responsible for the co-ordination, assessment, planning, implementation, and review of care for service users according to service standards.
Provide safe, comprehensive nursing care to service users according to the Code of Professional Conduct as laid down by the Bord Altranais agus Cnimhseachais na hireann (Nursing Midwifery Board Ireland) and Professional Clinical Guidelines.
Practice nursing according to: Professional Clinical Guidelines National and Area Health Service Executive (HSE) guidelines Local policies, protocols and guidelines Current legislation Manage own caseload in accordance with the needs of the post.
Encourage evidence-based practice, using a care planning approach to nursing care.
Participate in teams as appropriate, communicating and working in co-operation with other team members.
Collaborate with service users, family, carers and other staff in treatment / care planning and in the provision of support and advice.
Work closely with colleagues within the health services Region of the Housing First Team and homeless team, including the key worker / case manager responsible for housing and tenancy support.
Working closely with the patient and all of the health care services involved in the patients care (including Homeless services, General Practitioners, Public Health Nurses, Emergency department and services, acute hospitals, community mental health teams) with the goal of improving their health and quality of life.
Coordinator care for service users who will have a long term relationship with the homeless services i.e.
organising OPDs, physical assessments etc.
Communicate verbally and / or in writing results of assessments, treatment / care programmes and recommendations to the team and relevant others in accordance with service policy.
Plan discharge or transition of the service user between services as appropriate.
Assist in providing staff leadership and motivation, which is conducive to good staff relations and work performance.
Ensure that service users and others are treated with dignity and respect.
Maintain nursing records in accordance with local service and professional standards.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of nursing standards, protocols and guidelines consistent with the highest standards of patient care.
Maintain professional standards in relation to confidentiality, ethics and legislation.
In consultation with CNM2 and other disciplines, implement and assess quality management programmes.
Participate in clinical audit as required.
Devise and implement Health Promotion Programmes for service users as relevant to the post.
Lead and implement change, with particular reference to recommendations of the Commission on Nursing and the Health Service reform programme.
Operate within the Scope of Practice - seek advice and assistance from his / her manager with any cases or issues that prove to be beyond the scope of his / her professional competence in line with principles of best practice and clinical governance.
Will work in accordance with the principles and values of recovery as described in the National Framework for Recovery for Irish Mental Health Services .
Health and Safety Play a central role in maintaining a safe environment for service users, staff and visitors e.g.
by contributing to risk assessment.
Assist in observing and ensuring implementation and adherence to established policies and procedures e.g.
health and safety, infection control, storage and use of controlled drugs etc.
Observe, report and take appropriate action on any matter which may be detrimental to service user care or wellbeing / may be inhibiting the efficient provision of care.
Ensure completion of incident / near miss forms.
Adhere to department policies in relation to the care and safety of any equipment supplied for the fulfilment of duty.
Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc.
and comply with associated HSE 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.
Education and Training Engage in continuing professional development by keeping up to date with nursing literature, recent nursing research and new developments in nursing management, education and practice and to attend staff study days as considered appropriate.
Provide a high level of professional and clinical leadership.
Provide supervision and assist in the development of knowledge, skills and attitudes of staff and assigned students.
Be familiar with the curriculum training programme for student nurses and be aware of the clinical experience required to meet the needs of the programme.
Participate in the assessment of student nurse proficiency in clinical nursing skills as part of his/her role as preceptor.
Engage in performance review processes including personal development planning as appropriate.
Personnel / Administrative Exercise authority in the running of the assigned area(s) as deputised by the CNM2.
Provide the necessary co-ordination and deployment of nursing and support staff in designated area(s) of responsibility, ensuring that skill mix takes account of fluctuating workloads and ensuring maximisation of available resources.
Assess and monitor trends through collection and analysis of activity and data and keeping CNM2 and Senior Nursing Management informed of changing work patterns, which may require increased resource allocation.
Promote a culture that values diversity and respect in the workplace.
Assist in maintaining the necessary clinical and administrative records and reporting arrangements / contribute to quality assurance by assisting in data collection.
Ensure that patient care equipment is maintained to an appropriate standard.
Ensure compliance with legal requirements, policies and procedures affecting service users, staff and other hospital matters.
Participate actively in the Nursing Management structure by acting up when required.
Engage in IT developments as they apply to service user and service administration.
The above Job Specification 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/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office.
Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/ or experience Candidates must have at the latest date of application: - 1.
Professional Qualifications & Experience (i) Are registered in the Register of Nurses kept by the Nursing Midwifery Board of Ireland (Bord Altranais agus Cnimhseachais na hireann) or entitled to be so registered.
(preferably in the Psychiatric Division) And (ii) Have at least 3 years post registration experience 1 of which must be in Psychiatric Nursing And (iii) Have clinical, managerial and administrative capacity to properly discharge the function role.
Have adequate knowledge of psychiatric nursing administration procedures.
And (iv) Candidates must demonstrate evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
2.
Age Age restriction shall only apply to a candidate where s/he is not classified as a new entrant (within the meaning of the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 2004).
A candidate who is not classified as a new entrant must be under 65 years of age on the first day of the month in which the latest date for receiving completed application forms for the office occurs.
3.
Health Candidates 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.
4.
Character Candidates for and any person holding the office must be of good character.
The CNM1 (Housing First Initiative and Homeless health) will: Engage in continuing professional development by keeping up to date with nursing literature, recent nursing research and new developments in nursing management, education and practice and to attend staff study days as considered appropriate.
Be familiar with the curriculum training programme for student nurses and be aware of the clinical experience required to meet the needs of the programme.
Participate in the identification, development and delivery of induction, education, training and development programmes for nursing and non-nursing staff.
Provide support and supportive supervision to front-line staff where appropriate.
Supervise and assess student nurses and foster a clinical learning environment.
Engage in performance review processes including personal development planning as appropriate.
Post Specific Requirements Demonstrate depth and breadth of experience in the area of (Housing First Initiative) as relevant to the role.
Other requirements specific to the post Access to appropriate transport to fulfil the requirements of the role.
Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Candidates must: Demonstrate the ability to lead on clinical practice and service quality.
Demonstrate promotion of evidence-based decision making.
Demonstrate practitioner competence and professionalism.
Demonstrate the ability to plan and organise effectively.
Demonstrate the ability to build, lead and manage a team.
Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills including the ability to build and maintain relationships.
Demonstrate strong communication and influencing skills.
Demonstrate initiative and innovation in the delivery of service.
Demonstrate resilience and composure.
Demonstrate openness to change.
Demonstrate integrity and ethical stance.
Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and organisational skill, and be able to demonstrate a high standard of verbal and written communication skills Demonstrate the ability to practice safely and effectively to fulfilling the professional responsibility of the role within his/her scope of practice Demonstrate evidence of a commitment to personal professional development, training and nursing research.
Demonstrate a commitment to continuing professional development.
Demonstrate the ability to relate nursing research to nursing practice.
Demonstrate knowledge of quality assurance practices and their application to nursing procedures.
Demonstrate an awareness of HR policies and procedures including disciplinary procedures, managing attendance etc.
Demonstrate an awareness of relevant legislation and policy e.g.
legislation relevant to the service area, health and safety, infection control etc.
Demonstrate an awareness of current and emerging nursing strategies and policies in relation to the clinical / designated area.
Demonstrate an awareness of the Health Service Transformation Programme.
Demonstrate a willingness to develop IT skills relevant to the role.
Campaign Specific Selection Process Ranking/Shortlisting / Interview A ranking and or shortlisting exercise may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application form.
The criteria for ranking and or shortlisting 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 ranking stage of this process (where applied) will be placed on an order of merit and will be called to interview in bands depending on the service needs of the organisation.
Code of Practice The Good Shepherd service with the support of The Health Service Executive 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.
Additional information on the HSEs review process is available in the document posted with each vacancy entitled Code of Practice, Information for Candidates.
Codes of practice are published by the CPSA and are available on in the document posted with each vacancy entitled Code of Practice, Information for Candidates or on Clinical Nurse Manager 1 (Mental Health) Terms and Conditions of Employment Tenure The current vacancy available is permanent 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 may be filled.
The tenure of these posts will be indicated at expression of interest stage.
Appointment as an employee of the Health Service Executive is governed by the Health Act 2004 and the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004 and Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Amendment Act 2013.
Remuneration The Salary scale for the post is: €64,750 New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale.
Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011).
Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies.
Working Week The standard working week applying to the post is to be confirmed at Job Offer stage.
HSECircular Matching Working Patterns to Service Needs (Extended Working Day / Week Arrangements); Framework for Implementation of Clause 30.4 of Towards 2016 applies.
Under the terms of this circular, all new entrants and staff appointed to promotional posts from Dec 16th, 2008 will be required to work agreed roster / on call arrangements as advised by their line manager.
Contracted hours of work are liable to change between the hours of 8am-8pm over seven days to meet the requirements for extended day services in accordance with the terms of the Framework Agreement (Implementation of Clause 30.4 of Towards 2016).
Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the post will be confirmed at Contracting stage.
Superannuation This is a pensionable position with the HSE.
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.
Members of pre-existing pension schemes who transferred to the HSE on the 01st January 2005 pursuant to Section 60 of the Health Act 2004 are entitled to superannuation benefit terms under the HSE Scheme which are no less favourable to those which they were entitled to at 31st December 2004 Age The Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act, 2018* set 70 years as the compulsory retirement age for public servants.
* Public Servants not affected by this legislation: Public servants joining the public service or re-joining the public service with a 26 week break in service, between 1 April 2004 and 31 December 2012 (new entrants) have no compulsory retirement age.
Public servants, joining the public service or re-joining the public service after a 26 week break, after 1 January 2013 are members of the Single Pension Scheme and have a compulsory retirement age of 70.
Probation Every appointment of a person who is not already a permanent officer of the Health Service Executive or of a Local Authority shall be subject to a probationary period of 12 months as stipulated in the Department of Health Circular Protection for Persons Reporting Child Abuse Act 1998 As this post is one of those designated under the Protection for Persons Reporting Child Abuse Act 1998, appointment to this post appoints one as a designated officer in accordance with Section 2 of the Act.
You will remain a designated officer for the duration of your appointment to your current post or for the duration of your appointment to such other post as is included in the categories specified in the Ministerial Direction.
You will receive full information on your responsibilities under the Act on appointment.
Mandated Person Children First Act 2015 As a mandated person under the Children First Act 2015 you will have a legal obligation: To report child protection concerns at or above a defined threshold to TUSLA.
To assist Tusla, if requested, in assessing a concern which has been the subject of a mandated report.
You will remain a mandated person for the duration of your appointment to your current post or for the duration of your appointment to such other post as is included in the categories specified in the Ministerial Direction.
You will receive full information on your responsibilities under the Act on appointment.
Infection Control Have a working knowledge of Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc.
and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role.
Health & Safety It is the responsibility of line managers to ensure that the management of safety, health and welfare is successfully integrated into all activities undertaken within their area of responsibility, so far as is reasonably practicable.
Line managers are named and roles and responsibilities detailed in the relevant Site Specific Safety Statement (SSS).
Key responsibilities include: Developing a SSS for the department/service(1), as applicable, based on the identification of hazards and the assessment of risks, and reviewing/updating same on a regular basis (at least annually) and in the event of any significant change in the work activity or place of work.
Ensuring that Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) is integrated into day-to-day business, providing Systems Of Work (SOW) that are planned, organised, performed, maintained, and revised as appropriate, and ensuring that all safety related records are maintained and available for inspection.
Consulting and communicating with staff and safety representatives on OSH matters.
Ensuring a training needs assessment (TNA) is undertaken for employees, facilitating their attendance at statutory OSH training, and ensuring records are maintained for each employee.
Ensuring that all incidents occurring within the relevant department/service are appropriately managed and investigated in accordance with HSE procedures(2).
Seeking advice from health and safety professionals through the National Health and Safety Function Helpdesk as appropriate.
Reviewing the health and safety performance of the ward/department/service and staff through, respectively, local audit and performance achievement meetings for example.
Note: Detailed roles and responsibilities of Line Managers are outlined in local SSS.
(1) A template SSS and guidelines are available on the National Health and Safety Function here: (2) See link on health and safety web-pages to latest Incident Management Policy Skills: The ability to lead Demonstrate competence and professionalism Strong Interpersonal Skills
Hr manager
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The role focuses on managing HR processes, ensuring compliance with Irish employment law, and supporting staff development.
Responsibilities Lead HR activities and ensure policies are followed.
Manage recruitment, onboarding, and induction.
Maintain personnel records and HR systems.
Coordinate staff training and development.
Support managers with appraisals and performance management.
Develop and implement HR policies and ensure workplace compliance.
Requirements Minimum 5 years HR experience; hospitality experience advantageous.
Degree in Human Resource Management and CIPD certified.
Strong knowledge of Irish employment law and HR best practice.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
Rewards Salary: €47,000 per annum Opportunity to shape HR practices and staff development.
Supportive work environment with career growth potential.
INDCAT1 BURAMB22 Skills: Recruitment Policy Management Employment Law Performance Reviews HRIS / HR Software
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Store manager - full time - macdonagh junction
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? Working in an exciting fast paced juice bar, no two days are the same.
Selling a positive good for you product you are constantly dealing with happy and thankful customers.
We are looking for a new staff member with an excellent attitude , a team player who can also work on their own initiative, someone who can meet the highest standards and can work with a smile on their face! ? Candidates must be available for work Monday to Sunday.
Benefits : Flexible Hours Bonuses Awards Extra Holidays Training & Development Free staff drinks Requirements : Excellent customer service Ability to work in fast pace environment Team Work Following instructions Working under pressure Ability to work on own initiative Fully flexible Full training will be provided but previous experience in catering / restaurant / take away sector would be an advantage.
Skills: Hygiene standards Food Preparation Stock Rotation Cashiering Teamwork Customer Service Flexibilit Skills: Leadership Customer Service Team Work
Petmania e-commerce fulfillment manager
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The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all functions of the web store including: Management of all processes required for the smooth execution of all web orders in line with established protocols Managing the e Commerce fulfillment team including customer service function to ensure accuracy and efficiency Forecasting stock requirements for auto fill orders Liaising with Kilkenny store manager to optimize seasonal scheduling using existing team resources Recruitment and training for e Commerce team Liaising with the e Commerce sales manager to gauge effectiveness of courier services In addition to your basic paywe offer you; Quarterly bonuses based on the success of the store, Great training opportunities through our my Petmania portal, Paid maternity and paternity leave, Access to Cycle to Work scheme and Laya Employee Assistance Scheme, Access to HSF Health cover INDHP Skills: Commerce People Management Customer Service
Hr manager
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This is a key leadership role within the organisation, responsible for managing the day-to-day HR function while driving people strategies that support the hotel's vision and growth.
Our client is a respected and reputable hospitality group, known for delivering high-quality service, maintaining a strong team culture, and offering a supportive working environment.
The HR Manager will be responsible for providing strategic and operational HR support across all areas of the hotel.
This includes employee relations, recruitment, training and development, performance management, and compliance with employment legislation.
The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting managers, fostering a positive workplace culture, and ensuring that the organisation attracts, develops, and retains top talent.
Duties & Responsibilities Lead and manage the HR function within the hotel, reporting to the General Manager.
Oversee end-to-end recruitment and onboarding processes to ensure the best candidates are hired and retained.
Provide advice and support to managers on employee relations, performance management, and HR policies.
Develop and implement training and development initiatives to support staff growth and succession planning.
Ensure compliance with Irish employment legislation and company HR policies.
Manage employee engagement initiatives to promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
Maintain accurate HR records, reports, and systems.
Partner with senior management to align HR strategy with business goals.
Requirements Proven HR management experience, ideally within the hospitality or service industry.
Strong knowledge of Irish employment law and HR best practices.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
CIPD qualification or equivalent is highly desirable.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and support managers.
Candidates must be living in Ireland and have the right to work in the Republic of Ireland.
Visa and relocation packages are not provided.
Salary & Benefits €50,000 per annum - negotiable depending on experience.
Opportunities for career progression within a prestigious hospitality group.
Access to professional development and training programs.
A dynamic and supportive working environment.