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Career Opportunities with Waterford City & County Council

Current Vacancies
Waterford City and County Council is seeking talented individuals to join our team across various departments. Each role presents a unique opportunity to contribute to the continued growth and success of our community. Here are the current vacancies:
1. Assistant Engineer
Contribute to the development and maintenance of key infrastructure projects across Waterford. This role is ideal for a skilled engineer looking to make a difference in the local area.
Closing Date: 4pm, Thursday, 10th October 2024


2. I.S. Analyst (Cyber Security) – Grade 6
Ensure the security and integrity of our information systems by implementing and maintaining robust cyber security measures. A critical role for those with expertise in safeguarding digital assets.
Closing Date: 4pm, Thursday, 10th October 2024


3. I.S. Project Leader – Grade 7
Lead and manage innovative IT projects, ensuring their successful implementation within the Council’s infrastructure.  Ideal for experienced IT professionals with strong leadership skills.
Closing Date: 4pm, Thursday, 10th October 2024


4. Librarian – Grade 5
Support the community by managing library services, enhancing user experience, and promoting literacy and learning. A rewarding role for those passionate about public service and knowledge sharing.
Closing Date: 4pm, Thursday, 3rd October 2024


5. Financial Accountant (3-Year Fixed Term)
Provide financial oversight and management, supporting the Council’s financial strategy and operations. A great opportunity for experienced accountants to apply their expertise in the public sector.
Closing Date: 4pm, Thursday, 26th September 2024


6. Internal Auditor
Ensure the integrity of financial and operational processes through this auditing role.
Closing Date: 4pm, Thursday, 26th September 2024


7. Retained Firefighters (Lismore, Ardmore, Kilmacthomas, Portlaw, Dunmore East)
Join our Fire Service and play your part in ensuring the safety of Waterford communities. Retained firefighters provide vital emergency response support across multiple locations.
For more details and to apply for these positions, please visit the Waterford City and County Council Vacancies Page.  https://waterfordcouncil.ie/services/human-resources/current-vacancies/

Recruitment: Various Roles – Join the Team!

We are hiring

Waterford City & County Council currently has several job openings, including those listed below:

  • EU Project Officer for the ‘Climate Go Project’
  • Executive Quantity Surveyor
  • Estate & Tenancy Manager
  • Senior Executive Technician
  • Assistant Staff Officer (Grade 4)
  • Retained Firefighters

These opportunities offer the chance to make a significant impact in the community while advancing your career within the public sector.

To learn more about these roles and to apply, visit our current vacancies page.  Make sure to check the application deadlines and requirements for each position.

Currently hiring for several positions and panels

We're Hiring!

Waterford City and County Council is currently hiring for 6 positions, as well as a rolling call for Retained Fire Fighters.

Find below an overview of the available roles:

Community Safety Co-Ordinator
The Waterford Local Community Safety Partnership Community Safety Co-Ordinator role is now open. This role involves working with various bodies and coordinating safety initiatives within the community to enhance local safety measures.

Administrative Officer (Confined to Local Government Sector & WC&CC)
This Grade VII position is open to applicants within the local government sector. The role entails administrative duties and contributing to the efficient operation of the council.

Executive Technician
We are also looking for an Executive Technician. The Executive Technician will work as part of the technical team in the Local Authority reporting to and supporting the Engineering Staff.  He/she will assist Engineering/Administrative staff in implementing annual programmes with specified measures and targets, which will be monitored in order to successfully deliver on these programmes.

Technician Grade 1
As a Technician Grade 1, you will provide support, such as draughting, technical and ancillary services of an advisory, supervisory or executive nature in all fields of Local Authority work including engineering, architectural, technological, planning and environmental services, including the supervision and control of staff, as may be required.

Working with Waterford City & County Council is now a more inviting prospect than ever. This local authority has immersed itself in many exciting projects in recent years, some which have reached completion while some are ongoing and providing exciting challenges and career highlights for our staff.

For more detailed information on each position and to apply, please visit our Vacancies page​.

Applications for the above roles close at 4pm on Thursday, 27th June 2024.


TSVH Project Officer
Tackling Sexual Violence & Harassment (TSVH) Project Officer, ‘Consent Matters’ Project (16 Month fixed term temporary contract)
The role of the TSVH Consent Matters Project Officer is to implement the ‘Consent Matters’ project plan under the guidance of the Consent Matters project steering group.

Community Safety Wardens
Waterford Local Community Safety Partnership
(12 Month specific purpose contracts)

For more detailed information on each position and to apply, please visit our Vacancies page​.

Applications for the above roles close at 4pm, Friday 14th June 2024.

Folúntas : Eolaí Chéimithe

PAINÉAL DO:

Eolaí Chéimithe
(Conradh ar Théarma Seasta 3 Bliana)

Tá iarratais á lorg ag Comhairle Cathrach & Contae Phort Láirge ó iarrthóirí atá cáilithe go cuí ar mian leo a bheith curtha san áireamh don phainéal thuas.  Tá Foirm Iarratais agus Leabhrán Faisnéise d’Iarrthóirí le haghaidh na nithe thuas ar fáil le híoslódáil ó shuíomh Gréasáin Chomhairle Cathrach & Contae Phort Láirge.

Ní mór foirmeacha iarratais comhlánaithe a sheoladh le ríomhphost chuig recruitment@waterfordcouncil.ie ag lua go soiléir an post a bhfuiltear ag cur isteach air sa líne ábhair tráth nach déanaí ná 4 i.n. ar an Déardaoin, 2ú Bealtaine, 2024.

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Seol d’iarratas ó sheoladh ríomhphoist a ndéanfaidh tú athbhreithniú rialta air le do thoil mar is tríd an seoladh ríomhphoist sin amháin a dhéanfar cumarsáid le linn na tréimhse measúnaithe/roghnúcháin.

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Recruitment : Assistant Planner, Biodiversity Officer

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Applications are now invited for the following panels;

  • Assistant Planner
  • Biodiversity Officer (3 Year Fixed Term Temporary Contract)

Application Forms and Candidate Information Booklets can be found on our website https://www.waterfordcouncil.ie/departments/human-resources/vacancies.htm

Closing date for the above is 4pm Thursday, 12th October, 2023.

Applications to be returned by email to recruitment@waterfordcouncil.ie by the closing date and time above.

Recruitment : Assistant Planner, Biodiversity Officer

 

Applications are now invited for the following panels;

  • Assistant Planner
  • Biodiversity Officer (3 Year Fixed Term Temporary Contract)

Application Forms and Candidate Information Booklets can be found on our website https://www.waterfordcouncil.ie/departments/human-resources/vacancies.htm

Closing date for the above is 4pm Thursday, 12th October, 2023.

Applications to be returned by email to recruitment@waterfordcouncil.ie by the closing date and time above.

Recruitment : Assistant Scientist

 

Waterford City & County Council invites applications from suitably qualified candidates who wish to be considered for the position of Assistant Scientist, working with the National Agricultural Inspections Programme (NAIP) on a 3 Year Fixed Term Contract.

Completed application forms must be emailed to recruitment@waterfordcouncil.ie  clearly stating the position applied for in the subject line no later than 4p.m. on Thursday, 10th August, 2023.

– Advert

– Application Form

– Information Booklet

Recruitment : Assistant Scientist

Waterford City & County Council invites applications from suitably qualified candidates who wish to be considered for the position of Assistant Scientist, working with the National Agricultural Inspections Programme (NAIP) on a 3 Year Fixed Term Contract.

Completed application forms must be emailed to recruitment@waterfordcouncil.ie  clearly stating the position applied for in the subject line no later than 4p.m. on Thursday, 10th August, 2023.

Recruitment : Assistant Scientist

Waterford City & County Council invites applications from suitably qualified candidates who wish to be considered for the position of Assistant Scientist, working with the National Agricultural Inspections Programme (NAIP) on a 3 Year Fixed Term Contract.

Completed application forms must be emailed to recruitment@waterfordcouncil.ie  clearly stating the position applied for in the subject line no later than 4p.m. on Thursday, 10th August, 2023.

– Advert

– Application Form

– Information Booklet