TYPE OF POST
To form a panel from which Specific Purpose posts may be filled.
A limited number of placements are available with Kilkenny County Council for May - September 2025.
Hours: Variable hours, Monday to Saturday between 8.00 a.m. and 7.00 p.m.
It may be necessary that the occasional Sunday be worked.
Applicants must be full-time students (over the age of 18 before 1st June 2025) who are currently undertaking a third level course in Engineering, Business, Computing, Finance, Science, Arts or related discipline).
Remuneration will be at a rate of €13.50 per hour.
You may save a draft while completing your application. Your draft will be available to edit and submit at any time before the deadline.
Please be advised applications cannot be received/considered after the deadline date outlined.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Character
Each candidate must be of good character.
Health
Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.
Education, Experience etc.
Each candidate must be a full-time student (over the age of 18 before 1st June 2025) who are currently undertaking a third level course in Engineering, Business, Computing, Finance, Science, Arts or related disciplines.
Shortlisting
The Local Authority may decide, by reason of the number of persons seeking admission to the competition to carry out a short-listing procedure. The number of persons to be invited to interview shall be determined by the Local Authority. Shortlisting will be based on Application Form or interview or both.
Those who are employed to carry out environmental works with Kilkenny County Council will have duties that may include the following:
- Litter Picking
- Landscaping, Weeding, Maintenance of Flower Beds and Flower Displays
- Maintenance of Cemetery
- Any other duties that may be assigned by supervisor.
Personal Protection Clothing will be supplied. Appropriate Health & Safety training will be given.
Hours
Variable hours, Monday to Saturday between 8.00 a.m and 7.00 p.m. It may be necessary that the occasional Sunday be worked.
Rate of Pay
€13.50 per hour
Please be Advised.
- Flexi time is not applicable.
- Annual leave will be accrued and paid pro rata at the end of your contract.
Closing date for receipt of completed applications is: Friday 21st March 2025 at 4.00 p.m.