This position offers an Electrical Projects Manager the opportunity to work as an Electrical Projects Manager in the new national public lighting unit in the Road Management Office, RMO. The RMO national shared service has been providing supports to Local Authorities in public lighting since 2017 and is now setting up a dedicated Public Lighting Unit. Ireland has over 500,000 public lights managed by local authorities within excess of 10,000km of cable and ancillary electrical infrastructure, which costs more than €92m to operate each year. The Electrical Projects Manager will be a key member of the public lighting unit supporting all local authorities in Ireland implementing best practice in the asset management of our Public Lighting Asset. Cork County Council is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates with relevant experience for the position of Electrical Projects Manager (analogous to Executive Engineer). The successful candidate(s) will be assigned to the Road Management Office, RMO a national shared service as an Electrical Projects Manager. It is proposed to form a panel of qualified candidates from which any vacancies permanent or temporary which arise will be filled during the lifetime of the panel. The Electrical Projects Manager will report directly to the Programme Manager, or such person as may be assigned from time to time by Cork County Council. The Electrical Projects Manager will be responsible for the management and delivery of annual work programmes in the assigned role. Road Management Office (RMO) The RMO is a national shared service providing supports including training guidelines and technology to all 31 local authorities in Ireland. Donegal County Council operates the RMO in conjunction with Cork County Council. The RMO works in the area of road asset management (including public lighting, pavements and bridges) and manages road related data and processes for the sector in other areas including speed limits, collisions, drainage and climate adaptation. Our software systems have approximately 3000 active users across utilities, authorities and contractors. Through these we support the providers of national infrastructure (roads, telecommunications, water and energy) in managing their work and protecting our road asset. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Professional and Technical, Senior Management Louth County Council is the authority responsible for local government in Louth. The county of Louth is divided into the three municipal districts of Drogheda, Ardee and Dundalk. There are five electoral areas in Louth: Ardee, Drogheda Rural, Drogheda Urban, Dundalk-Carlingford and Dundalk South. There are 29 elected county councillors and an annual operating budget of €171.7 million in 2024. The Council provides a diverse range of services across a large geographic area. Key services areas include housing delivery, planning and development, emergency services, infrastructural upgrades and projects (road improvements, public realm), community services and facilities (community/leisure centres, libraries and parks), encouraging economic development through FDI (foreign direct investment), and supporting existing and new business. An opportunity now exists in Louth County Council for the position of County Librarian . The Role The role of County Librarian is a professional senior management position in Louth County Council, reporting to the Director of Service. The County Librarian is responsible for the development of an expanding library service and has responsibility for the development of cultural services, including the Arts Office and the Creative Industries. They will be expected to contribute to the development and implementation of forward-thinking strategies in Economic, Enterprise and Tourism Development and to work closely with other staff and teams to deliver high quality library and arts services to the public. The County Librarian will implement national and local library and arts development plans, as well as fulfilling objectives around digital technology, STEAM initiatives, and engaging with local community groups and organisations. The successful candidate will also be required to have contact with property owners/organisations, Government Departments, the public, media, state bodies etc. as required, as well as interaction with elected members and liaising with staff/union representatives. A full list of essential requirements is available in the Information Booklet. publicjobs is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and encourages applications under all nine grounds of the Employment Equality Act. Visit www.publicjobs.ie to apply. Closing Date: 3pm Thursday 17th April 2025 Further information is available in the Candidate Information Booklet available on the www.publicjobs.ie website. The recruitment campaign for this role is managed by publicjobs. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Aligned with Assistant Engineer Pay Scale Applications are now invited from suitably qualified persons for the following vacancy with Longford County Council. Position: Assistant Planner An Assistant Planner is responsible for working as part of a team implementing programmes of work in the Planning Department and for providing a multiplicity of planning services and related services. Assistant Planner positions are multifaceted and may include some or all of the following key service areas: Development Management Planning Enforcement Forward Planning and Sustainable Development Gathering and analysis of Statistics on Development Location: Longford County Council Great Water Street Co. Longford N39NH56 #J-18808-Ljbffr
The Candidate It is desirable that candidates demonstrate through their application form and at the interview that they have the following essential experience and skills: Possess excellent professional/technical knowledge and skills Proven ability to deliver quality work and services Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Have satisfactory experience in the management of staff and in organising and implementing work programmes Ability to work independently or within multi-disciplined teams Problem solving skills Planning and organisational skills An ability to manage deadlines and effectively handle multiple tasks Possess strong ICT and presentation skills A sound understanding of safety management in the workplace including Health & Safety legislation and regulations. Effective written and verbal communication skills. A good understanding of, or the ability to quickly learn the public sector working environment Fluency in the English language, both written and oral. Education, Training and Experience etc.: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: Hold an honours degree (level 8 in the National Framework of Qualifications) in Engineering; Have at least two years satisfactory experience of civil engineering work. Experience in planning, design or construction or operation and management of major road works projects, sustainable transport and/or greenway projects is desirable but not essential; Possess a high standard of technical training and experience; Applicants should at the date of application hold a full valid Irish/EU licence for Class B vehicles, or a licence acceptable to NDLS for transfer to full Irish licence. Kildare County Council National Roads Office, Maudlins Co Kildare #J-18808-Ljbffr
Limerick City and County Council invites applications from suitably qualified persons who wish to be considered for inclusion on the below panels: Civil/Construction/Building Panel Candidates will be asked to nominate on their application form which panel/panels they wish to be considered for. Limerick City and County Council is establishing two panels where permanent and temporary Technician Grade 1 posts may be filled during the lifetime of this panel. Further information is available on our website. Limerick City and County Council Recruitment Merchants Quay Limerick V94 EH90 #J-18808-Ljbffr
Duties and Responsibilities The duties of the post of Executive Technician will depend on placement of the post, but in general they will include but are not limited to: Providing technical services relevant to the area of responsibility to which he/she has been assigned, for example: site inspections, surveys, collecting data and updating records, preparation of detailed dimensional drawings, design layout, mapping and graphics, report writing, project tendering, enforcement and compliance activities, and such other duties associated with the role. Operating the appropriate technology as required to carry out the work to which he/she has been assigned, e.g., CAD, Graphics, Software such as Autodesk’s AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite of Applications. Good working knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, regulations, policies, and statutory technical standards that govern the Local Authority, e.g., Health and Safety, procurement, planning and building regulations, legislative requirements with regard to environment, water, and wastewater. Estimating project technical or resource requirements. Preparation of Health & Safety documentation for works. Reading and reviewing maps, project drawings and plans, technical specifications, etc. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team. Liaising with other departments, members of the public, and external agencies. Preparation of public consultation display material and assistance at public consultations. Managing work files and providing progress reports. Supervision of staff/projects assigned to him/her. Contributing to individual staff development, personal development, and team development initiatives. Job specific training will be provided as necessary, but the candidate must be prepared to subscribe to the Continuous Professional Development programme in Kildare County Council. Education, Training and Experience etc.: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: Have satisfactory experience in a technician post at Grade II or higher level or in an analogous post under a local authority or health board in the State. Have at least five years satisfactory relevant experience in a technician post at Grade II or higher level or an analogous post. Have a wide knowledge of all the technical aspects of local authority work and also a deeper knowledge of at least one section of the work. Possess adequate training and experience relating to dealings with other departments within their own organisations and with other bodies. Have adequate experience in the supervision and control of staff. Applicants should at the date of applying hold a full valid Irish/EU licence for Class B vehicles, or a licence acceptable to NDLS for transfer to full Irish licence. Kildare County Council Devoy Park Naas Co. Kildare W91X77F #J-18808-Ljbffr
The ideal candidate should have a very good technical knowledge base and experience of planning policy and practices to include the following non-exhaustive list of duties: An ability to engage a wide and varied planning application caseload; Assess and make recommendations on planning applications in line with all relevant national, regional and local plans and policies and in accordance with appropriate legislation and guidelines; Conduct pre-application consultations and provide planning advice to members of the public, internal departments and elected members; Undertake site visits related to planning applications, condition compliance planning enforcement, derelict sites, vacant sites etc. as required; Provide reports on enforcement cases, derelict sites, and vacant sites, as required; Prepare Development Plans and Local Area Plans and other planning policy reports and studies; Analyse spatial and demographic information to discern trends in population, land use employment etc., to inform policy development; Develop and implement measures to promote regeneration; Input to inter-disciplinary projects dealing with land-use, transport, environment etc; Represent the Council at meetings with staff, elected members, community/general interest groups, businesses and residents, as required; Build and maintain cooperative working relationships; Any other associated duties as may be assigned from time to time. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: Hold an honours degree (level 8 or higher in the National Framework of Qualifications) in Planning; Have at least two years satisfactory experience of planning work; Possess a high standard of technical training and experience. Further Information is available in the Candidate Information Booklet available on our website. Human Resources Department Galway County Council Prospect Hill Galway H91 H6KX #J-18808-Ljbffr
Graduates and Apprentices, Professional and Technical The duties to be assigned include the following although this list is not exhaustive and may be reviewed from time to time as organisational needs require: Conducting site visits & preparing recommendations on assigned planning applications including applications made directly to An Bord Pleanala where a local authority report is requested. Preparing responses to pre-planning requests & holding pre-planning meetings. Preparing responses to planning appeals, attendance and input at oral hearings as necessary. Carrying out site visits and preparing recommendations in relation to planning enforcement and derelict sites, including attendance at court cases and the giving of evidence. Preparation of reports on the taking in charge of residential developments. Preparing responses for submissions on compliance with planning conditions. Advising on and preparation of recommendations on ‘Section 5’ exempted development declaration applications and other declarations as directed. Giving planning advice on the preparation and processing of “Part 8” Local Authority development applications. Responding to planning queries, completions of returns etc. from other Council departments and national and regional Government/statutory agencies, external bodies as directed. Carrying out survey work, research, analysis, drafting policies and proposals, preparing written statements and maps and other work as required on the agreed Forward Planning work programme, including but not limited to, plans, other planning strategies and studies, urban and rural renewal strategies/plans, urban design/public realm strategies. Input into the preparation of, management and administration of environmental assessments of planning applications and plans/programmes as required. Assistance in organising and facilitating public consultation and participation including attendance at meetings and other public forums, making presentations and recording and responding to queries. Dealing professionally and courteously with queries from members of the public and their agents. Providing a high level of service to public representatives, including attendance at and presentations to the relevant Strategic Policy Committee and at meetings of the Council, including at Municipal District level. Maintaining and proactively developing a culture of Health and Safety in the workplace. Engaging in Continuing Professional Development/Training. Incorporating the use of IT and efficiencies into work practices. Preparation for and attendance at staff meetings. Undertaking any other duties of a similar level and responsibility, as may be required or assigned, from time to time. The ideal candidate should have an ability to demonstrate competence in the following areas: Identifying Problems and Contributing to Solutions; Communicating Effectively and Delivering Quality Work and Services; An ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team; Good planning, operation and project management skills; Awareness of and management of Health, Safety and Welfare in the workplace; Operating ICT systems, in particular word processing, presentation and GIS systems; Prioritising of work effectively; Acting on own initiative; Good knowledge of local government functions, services and activities particularly in relation to planning and development; Good working knowledge of planning legislation and the principles, practices and techniques of planning; An ability to work under pressure and maintain a solution-oriented mindset in dealing with a wide range. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: Hold an honours degree (level 8 or higher in the National Framework of Qualifications) in Planning. It is desirable that candidates: Demonstrate understanding of good planning practice and a good knowledge of the relevant regulations. Have good knowledge and awareness of Health and Safety legislation and regulations, the implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace. Further Information is available in the Candidate Information Booklet available on our website. Human Resources Department Galway County Council Prospect Hill Galway H91 H6KX #J-18808-Ljbffr
Duties and Responsibilities Successful candidate/s may be assigned to a range of service areas including: Transportation, including design and maintenance; Environmental Services; Water & Wastewater Services; Housing Maintenance & Construction; Planning & Development and Building Control; Community Development; The actual duties will vary depending on the particular assignment, but in general they will include but are not limited to the following: The design, implementation and project management of engineering programmes throughout the relevant services including water, wastewater, housing, transportation infrastructure, environmental protection, recreation and amenity provision and community development; Design, supervision and contract administration of construction/operations/maintenance works; Managing and supervising staff including assignment of duties and workloads and identification of training needs; Preparing and effectively managing budgets; Identifying opportunities for improvements or achievements of efficiencies in service delivery; Maintaining and proactively developing a culture of Health and Safety in the workplace while ensuring compliance with Health & Safety legislation and regulations; Ensuring works are implemented in compliance with all relevant legislation and regulations including planning and procurement requirements; Dealing efficiently, effectively and professionally at all times with stakeholders including local authority staff, elected members, community groups, businesses, and residents; Liaising with and responding to other local authorities, government departments and statutory agencies where required; Compiling, preparing and presenting reports as necessary including public consultation meetings, Council and Municipal Districts meetings etc.; Deputising for the Senior Executive Engineer or other senior grade when required; Undertaking any other duties of a similar level and responsibility, as may be required or assigned, from time to time. Education, Training and Experience etc.: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) Hold an honours degree (level 8 in the National Framework of Qualifications) in Engineering; (b) Have at least five years satisfactory relevant engineering experience; (c) Possess a high standard of technical training and experience; (d) Possess a high standard of administrative experience; Applicants should at the date of applying hold a full valid Irish/EU licence, for Class B vehicles, or a licence acceptable to NDLS for transfer to full Irish licence. Kildare County Council Devoy Park Naas Co. Kildare W91X77F #J-18808-Ljbffr
Duties and Responsibilities The principle duties and responsibilities will be to perform such duties appropriate to the grade of Technician Grade I that may be assigned, and may include: Providing technical services relevant to the area of responsibility to which he/she has been assigned, e.g. site inspection, site surveying, preparation of detailed dimensional drawings, design layout, setting out, mapping and graphics, report writing, and such other duties associated with the role; Be experienced in site surveying using GPS, Total stations, Automatic Levels etc. Possess a satisfactory knowledge of Health & Safety documentation and carry out all responsibilities in relation to Health and Safety. Reading and reviewing maps, project drawings and plans, technical specifications, etc. Operating the appropriate hardware and software technology as required to carry out the work to which he/she has been assigned and be skilled in the use of AutoCAD or equivalent software. Demonstrate an ability to work as part of a team and also to work off own initiative. Have good communication and organisational skills and possess technical training and experience of a high standard. Liaising with other departments, members of the public and external agencies in relation to design aspects of assigned work; Contributing to individual staff development, personal development and team development initiatives. Being accountable for efficient and effective processing of work assigned to him/her; Assisting with the preparation of cost estimates for projects. Carry out such other duties as may be assigned from time to time. Education, Training and Experience etc.: Candidates shall on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms for the office: have passed the N.C.E.A. / H.E.T.A.C QQI National Certificate Final Examination in Civil Engineering, or Geo-surveying, or Construction Studies, or Construction Studies in Building Maintenance, or Construction Studies in Architectural Graphics, or hold an equivalent qualification; have at least three years satisfactory experience after attaining the qualification concerned; or have satisfactory relevant experience, in a technician post at Grade II level, or in an analogous post under a local authority or health board in the State, and have at least three years satisfactory relevant experience in a technician post at Grade II level or in an analogous post; or have satisfactory service, in a technician post at Grade 1 or higher level in an analogous post under a local authority or health board in the State, and possess adequate training or experience relating to the control and supervision of staff. Applicants should at the date of applying hold a full valid Irish /EU licence for Class B vehicles, or a licence acceptable to NDLS for transfer to full Irish licence. Kildare County Council Devoy Park Naas Co.Kildare W91X77F #J-18808-Ljbffr
