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Laois County Council Fire Service are currently seeking applications for retained fire fighters across all stations.

The work of a Retained Fire Fighter is so different to most jobs. One minute you are going about your normal day, then the pager bleeps and within a few minutes you find yourself dealing with an emergency situation.

As a Fire Fighter you will serve your community in an exciting, dynamic and fulfilling role with structured time off and a minimum annual salary of €18,050 in Year 1.

Retained Fire-fighters are called upon to tackle a wide range of emergency situations where problem-solving skills and initiative will be vital to resolve issues quickly and calmly. Incidents vary from tackling fires and rescuing people, to dealing with chemical spillages and road traffic collisions. There are certain personal attributes that you will need to help you fulfil your role as a Fire-fighter. They include confidence, resilience, adaptability, effective communication skills, integrity and a commitment to diversity. 

If you believe you have what it takes application forms are available here: https://laois.ie/departments/human-resources/vacancies/

For further information contact hr@laoiscoco.ie or your local fire station.

Laois County Council Publishes 2023 Gender Pay Gap Report

Laois County Council has today published its Gender Pay Gap Report, highlighting the percentage difference between what men and women are paid on average in the organisation, irrespective of roles or levels.

The 2023 report shows a Gender Pay Gap of +5.46%(Mean) and -3.22%(Median).

This figure reflects the fact that, males are paid 5.46% more than females when measured as a mean (average) figure. The Median Gender Pay Gap shows that the median rate of pay for females is 3.22% higher than the median rate of pay for males.

Employers with more than 250 employees in Ireland are required to publish their gender pay gap data before the end of 2023 and within six months of their reference date. Laois County and all local authorities in the country chose 30th June 2023 as the reference date.

Commenting following the publication of the report, John Mulholland, Chief Executive said: “Publishing our gender pay gap data helps to reinforce our focus on supporting an open and inclusive workplace at Laois County Council. Our organisation is a place where all employees have the same opportunities for recognition and career development and are treated fairly and equitably at work. We continue to be committed to addressing workplace barriers to equality and creating an open and inclusive workplace community. Many equality, diversity and inclusion initiatives and supports are already in place, and we will continue to work in this area.”

See the Council’s Gender Pay Gap report here https://laois.ie/departments/human-resources/

Working in local government gives people the opportunity to play a key role in the positive development of their county and community. As an employer, Laois County Council is committed to providing a positive and supportive environment for employees. The Council offer flexible and family friendly arrangements, blended working, and great career progression and education opportunities.

The local authority is encouraging anyone looking for a job to visit their website www.laois.ie to find out more about the work they do.

Laois County Council have a number of exciting job opportunities available.

Further information and application forms are available via the following link:

https://laois.ie/departments/human-resources/vacancies/

Laois County Council wishes to invite applications from suitably qualified person for inclusion on a panel which is being established to fill the vacancy for the following positions;

• Assistant Planner

Assistant Planner Application Form

Assistant Planner Nov 2023 – qualifications

• Executive Librarian

Executive Librarian Application Form

Executive Librarian Qualifiactions Nov 2023

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