Business Administrator
Our client based here in Waterford, is seeking to appoint an administrator who will join their Business Operations team. This role will aid their sales team with routine administrative functions. Ideal role for a recently finished graduate looking for an opportunity to learn in a growing environment. The successful candidate will be required to have a very pleasant and professional attitude, along with a willingness to learn and work.
Responsibilities:
- Answering and screening internal and external phone calls and emails.
- Scheduling appointments for the sales team.
- Maintaining and updating sales, and customer records.
- Keeping track of the sales team's communication with customers.
- Preparing and filing sales contracts, agreements and compliance documents.
- Liaising with other departments on administrative matters of mutual importance.
- Performing research toward identifying potential sales leads and pitches.
- Keep in-house database updated, and information is managed correctly.
- Provide support to the Sales Team, and assist as required.
- Assisting with account reconciliations.
Requirements:
- At least one year’s Demonstrable experience in administration, or similar.
- Knowledge of administrative recordkeeping practices.
- Familiarity with sales contracts and agreements.
- Comfortable using internal systems / databases.
- Proficiency with word processing and spreadsheet software.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as customer service skills.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and a proactive approach toward problem-solving.
- Excellent attention-to-detail, strong Microsoft skills (especially Excel) and can work well in a busy team environment.
The successful candidate will ideally have:
- A min of 1 years’ experience working in a similar role.
- Relevant 3rd level degree.
- A positive & proactive attitude and also be able to work on one's own initiative.
- If you have successfully completed some modules with a view to obtaining QFA or APA would be a distinct advantage.
Part Qualified Accountant required by busy, growing accountancy practice based in Waterford City.
The Overall Purpose of this Role: – Providers of a highly professional rounded accounting service to clients across a sector of industries, the part qualified Accountant will assist in the preparation of accounts and other accounting tasks ensuring all client accounting deadlines are met.
Reporting and working closely with the Accounting Manager, Responsibilities will Include:
- Preparation of sole trader’s accounts for review by qualified Accountant
- Assisting qualified Accountants in the preparation company accounts
- Assisting calculation and submission of corporation taxation, income tax, VAT, Paye, P35’s etc
- Assisting on the processing of payroll for clients
- Dealing with ongoing client queries via meeting, email and on the phone
- Working to the CRO and Tax Deadlines
- Other ad hoc reporting as required
Experience & Skills required
- Part Qualified ACA, ACCA, CPA, CIMA
- Qualified Accounting Technician considered but must be looking to do the accounting exams
- A minimum of 1+ years assisting on accounts preparation experience essential,
- Some experience of audit an advantage
- Experience of using sage line 50, Sage Accounts, and various cloud-based accounting packages including Zero
- Good Excel, Outlook and Word experience important
- A good “can do”, professional manner with strong communication skills essential
- An ability to work under your own initiative is a must.
- Role will be offered on a 5-day week basis, Mon to Fri and is office based.
- A competitive salary will be offered for this role along study leave and exam fees.
This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your accounting experience in a progressive practice
HR Generalist (Part time role – working 2 to 3 days per week) . Our Client a fast growing engineering and fabrication SME company based in Co Kilkenny (close to Waterford) require an experienced Human Resources Generalist to manage everything in their HR function.
Reporting to the Managing Director, the overall purpose of the role:- the HR Generalist will be responsible for managing a wide range of HR functions ensuring all legislative HR requirements are being met, company’s training records are in compliance with health and safety requirements and supporting building a positive, inclusive work culture. This role requires a proactive, organised individual capable of managing multiple tasks efficiently in a busy environment.
Responsibilities of the role:-
- Reviewing all HR policies and procedures, ensuring all legislative requirements are up to date in the company.
- Reviewing and amending the company handbook to ensure it is up to date and meets company requirements
- Reviewing contracts of employment
- Managing The company time and attendance system and ensuring all is correct for the weekly payroll
- Coordinate employee schedules, manage time-off requests
- Lead recruitment efforts, from posting job ads to managing the interview process and onboarding new hires.
- Managing and supporting training programs to support employee development and ensuring all health & safety training records are kept up to date
- Manage all aspects of employee relations, including contracts, probation periods, and disciplinary procedures.
- Facilitate effective communication within the company
- Support annual performance appraisal, and objective setting
- Contribute to all HR projects and ongoing development of company initiatives
Requirements for the role:
- Degree in Human Resources, or related field.
- Ideally CIPD Qualified, with good understanding of current employment legislation
- Proven experience in Human Resources, with a strong understanding of HR operations and legal compliance.
- Self-driven with excellent organisational and time-management skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to handle sensitive matters discreetly. Confidentiality an essential in this role.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR systems
- This role will be offered on a permanent part-time basis and will be based onsite at the company offices.
Manufacturing Engineer Lead role in leading medical device manufacturing company based in Waterford City. Leading a small team, reporting to the Moulding Engineering Manager, the overall purpose of this role is to provide technical support to resolve production issues related to machinery and tooling, scrap reduction, and throughput, as well as lead technical problem solving and root cause investigations.
Responsibilities include (but are not limited to the following):
- Provide technical support in resolving production issues related to machine or tool issues, scrap reduction or throughput.
- Lead technical problem solving and root cause investigations.
- Coordinate engineering support for Moulding in executing the production plan to meet the customer requirements.
- Co-ordinate all technical and training activities across the relevant functions within the Moulding Workcell.
- Liaise with equipment vendors & program management teams as appropriate.
- Drive continuous improvement projects in process, tooling or operations. Identify trends and process variations as part of establishing a continuous improvement monitoring system.
- Develop tooling or equipment documentation, update drawings, document maintenance procedures, work instructions as required.
- Lead and manage a high performing team.
- Conduct regular performance reviews, coaching and development planning for the team.
- Assign daily tasks, set clear priorities and ensure accountability for quality of work and timelines.
- Promote a strong culture of teamwork, ownership and communication within the Moulding Workcell and across the Toolroom.
- Support all company safety and quality programs and initiatives.
- Ensure ongoing compliance with GMP in all practices, recording of events (deviations, non-commercials, Change controls etc.) and processes.
- Ensure compliance with all learnings from all GMP training events.
- Other responsibilities may be assigned from time to time as needed, based on the evolution of the company and the requirements of the department/position.
Role will suit:-
- Honours degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Biomedical Engineering, Applied Physics, Electronic, Electrical Engineering or similar discipline.
- 3-5 years’ experience working in a high volume manufacturing environment desirable.
- Experience in cleanroom procedures and medical moulding desirable
- Familiar with process set up and validation, including performing process window studies, IQ,OQ,PQ highly desirable.
- Be able to work well in a team environment.
- Data Driven Approach, Good data analysis skills.
- Have excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Systematic troubleshooting & fault-finding skills.
- Project management understanding an advantage.
- Lean Six Sigma skills un
Production Supervisor / Operations Team Lead required by leading medical device manufacturer in Waterford City . They are seeking a motivated and experienced Operations Team Lead to join their dynamic operations team in a shift‑based role, working fixed Front-End nights (FENs): *Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and every second Saturday night. A 32% shift premium applies.
*FEN shift is currently operating on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and every second Wednesday night due to operational needs.
Position Summary: The Operations Team Lead role reports to the Manufacturing Manager and works with teams across the organisation. The role is responsible for maintaining production schedules and directing the activities of team members in line with operational, quality and health & safety work instructions, procedures and policies to ensure the production of quality product in a timely, safe, efficient and compliant manner.
Key Responsibilities and End Results:
- Lead & co-ordinates the day-to-day activities of the operations shift team (including key support department team members) to meet production targets for customer delivery, product quality & cost ensuring a safe work environment at all times.
- Leads the use of lean tools to drive continuous improvement & process reliability.
- Creates a high performing flexible team which achieves excellent results.
- Leads shift daily operations meetings reviewing production data , machines running status, escalations & corrective action to ensure shift targets are achieved.
- Ensures that there is regular communication with team through visual management systems & co-ordinate all operator training in order to perform assigned tasks across production cells.
- Responsible for ensuring that his / her team are trained in their roles & also to support the development of standard work, documentation, training & work instruction activities where appropriate.
- Creates a high performing flexible team which achieves excellent results through coaching/ mentoring & effective performance management.
- Plans all people, material & machine resources to support weekly production schedules.
- Ensure all injection moulding, tool & assembly changeover activities are completed as scheduled along with appropriate line clearance procedures to meet cGMP (current good manufacturing practice) compliance.
- Ensures that batches are manufactured within the validated set up at all times & the quality team are provided with samples for outgoing testing throughout the batch.
- Lead area 5 S programs to ensure that housekeeping, cGMP & Safety issues are resolved in a timely & systematic manner thus meeting all company safety, environmental and quality initiatives.
- Ensures equipment & area cleaning, preventative maintenance, calibration schedules inventory control & barcoding systems are adhered to as per cGMP requirements.
- Implementation of company policies, adherence to all Corporate EHS and cGMP policies.
- Ensure ongoing compliance with GMP in all practices, recording of events and processes.
- Ensure compliance with all learnings from all GMP training events.
- Other responsibilities may be assigned from time to time as needed, based on the evolution of the company and the requirements of the department/position.
Role will suit:-
- Level 7 or 8 HETAC Science / Engineering qualification in relevant discipline desirable.
- Level 7 management/relevant supervisory management qualification desirable.
- 3-5 years Injection Moulding /Automated assembly experience essential.
- 5 plus years supervisory/leadership experience essential.
- Qualifications & experience in Lean (Green belt level) desirable.
- Experience in medical device injection moulding & assembly operations desirable.
- Excellent lean operations leadership, organisational and communication skills.
- Performance and results driven.
- Ability to motivate self and others.
- Excellent initiative and decision-making capability.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- High level of cGMP, safe working practices and awareness.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, MS Project & ERP systems.
Assistant Accountant
Role Overview
The Assistant Accountant will support the Finance Manager in delivering accurate financial reporting, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, and maintaining strong internal controls. The role also provides cover for billing activities and contributes to both internal and external audit processes.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Accounting & Reporting
- Prepare Monthly Management Accounts.
- Ensure adherence to corporate governance standards and internal control procedures.
- Support tax compliance activities, ensuring timely submission of VAT, PSWT, RCT, and PAYE returns.
- Assist in the preparation of annual budgets by mid‑November.
- Contribute to the preparation of year‑end financial statements.
- Provide support during external and internal audits.
- Record vessel and cargo movements and related services for billing purposes.
- Prepare and issue invoices and credit notes.
- Record cash receipts and update sales ledgers.
- Support credit control activities and respond to routine billing queries.
- Carry out additional administrative and accounting tasks as assigned from time to time.
Ideal Candidate
- An experienced Accounting Technician or part‑qualified accountant (e.g., ACCA, ACA, CIMA, CPA).
- At least 3 years’ experience in an accounting role within practice or industry.
- Strong understanding of financial processes, deadlines, and compliance requirements.
- High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and strong internal controls.
- Proficient in accounting systems, spreadsheets, and general financial administration.
- A proactive team player with strong communication and problem‑solving skills.
Mechanical Maintenance Technician
This role requires the Mechanical Maintenance Technician to work closely with production to ensure optimal line performance with a focus on problem solving and preventive maintenance.
Reporting to Maintenance Manager the main responsibilities associated with this role are as follows;
- Primary support to the production function working with the electrical technician to optimize performance.
- Problem solving mechanical issues on the Manufacturing plant.
- Involved in changeovers and startups on a daily basis.
- Working closely as part of an integrated production team.
- Completing preventive maintenance tasks and checks on a daily basis.
- Preparation for and participation in the weekly preventive maintenance meetings.
- Working closely with the Maintenance Manager on Maintenance downtime, root cause analysis and problem solving on plant.
- Ensure as part of the Maintenance team that all controls and agreed preventive maintenance systems are maintained on the plant.
- Involved in the maintenance of the parts system with the Maintenance Administrator.
- Involved in Project Management of capital & continuous improvement projects for the company with the Maintenance Manager.
- Involvement in Supplier meetings.
- Involved in the review of weekly preventive maintenance plans to ensure compliance to company plan.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE & ATTRIBUTES
- Minimum 3 Years experience operating in a regulated industry/environment –qualified Trades Fitter / mechanic qualifications considered.
- Excellent PC Skills.
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
- Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.
- Should have good verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrates a logical approach to problem solving.
- Has a ‘can do’ attitude.
- Ability to mix hands on and Hands off tasks.
- Have a production mind set as part of an integrated team approach.
Financial Controller required by long established e‑commerce fulfilment and market‑entry partner for high‑growth international brands across Europe. With deep expertise across fulfilment, assembley, customer service, and VAT services,
The Role
The company are now hiring an ambitious, commercially focused Financial Controller to join our senior management leadership team. This is a hands‑on, strategic role with real influence across the business. You’ll shape financial direction, support commercial decision‑making, and help drive the next phase of our expansion.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Operations
• Lead day‑to‑day accounting and financial controls.
• Manage debtors, creditors, and working capital.
• Oversee payroll, Irish & UK VAT, corporation tax, CSO/CRO filings.
• Maintain pricing models and billing structures; analyse revenue and margin impacts.
• Optimise Dynamics 365 Business Central for efficiency and scale.
Reporting & Analysis
• Prepare monthly management accounts with clear insights.
• Lead budgeting and quarterly forecasting.
• Provide data‑driven analysis to support strategic decisions.
Commercial & Leadership
• Advise management and sales teams on commercial and tax matters.
• Lead and grow the VAT and back‑office services unit.
• Mentor and develop the finance team.
• Contribute to strategic planning and risk management.
Qualifications & Experience
• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified with 5+ years’ experience.
• Strong knowledge of Irish/EU VAT.
• Advanced Excel; analytical and solutions‑driven.
• Experience with Jet Reports and Dynamics 365 Business Central is a plus.
• Strong communicator with excellent organisational skills.
Why Join Us?
• Senior leadership role with real strategic impact.
• A rapidly scaling business entering its most exciting growth phase.
• Significant long‑term career progression.
• A culture that values initiative, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Finance Manager /Senior Financial Accountant required by pharmaceutical services multinational company based in Waterford City. The company are seeking a highly experienced Accountant to manage their finance function. Reporting to the Head of Site, The overall purpose of this role:- Sitting on the site Management team leading a Finance Team, managing the financial activities of 2 company sites, ensuring all financial reporting and statutory compliance requirements are met.
Key Responsibilities:
- Preparation of monthly management accounts, including Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow statements.
- Deliver comprehensive monthly reporting packs for both entities, ensuring accuracy, insight, and alignment with group reporting standards.
- Manage the submission of all monthly and quarterly financial reports to the U.S.-based Group Finance team, ensuring compliance with timelines and reporting requirements.
- Prepare and maintain monthly financial forecasts for company operations, highlighting key trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Oversee and review all regulatory tax submissions, including VAT, VIES, RTD, P30, and 46G returns, ensuring full compliance with Irish and Belgian regulations.
- Provide leadership, mentorship, and development to a team of three finance professionals, supporting continuous improvement and skills growth.
- Manage the month-end close process, including journal preparation, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analysis.
- Monthly sales invoice calculations, ensuring accuracy and adherence to contract terms.
- Coordinate annual audit activities, acting as the key point of contact for external auditors and ensuring timely delivery of audit schedules and supporting documentation. Lead the annual budgeting process, partnering with key stakeholders to deliver robust financial plans.
- Monitor and manage cash flow, ensuring adequate liquidity and proactive forecasting. Maintain oversight of the fixed asset register, accruals, prepayments, and lease schedules, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
- Support ad hoc financial analysis and provide guidance across the finance function, contributing to ongoing operational and strategic initiatives.
The successful candidate
- Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) with a minimum of 5 years’ post qualification experience, ideally in a commercial or operational finance
- Strong financial and commercial acumen, with the ability to translate data into meaningful insights that support strategic decision making.
- Proven experience in delivering robust analysis of historical results and forward looking forecasts, including identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.
- A proactive self starter with strong organisational skills, capable of independently managing priorities and delivering high quality work to deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and confidently to both financial and non financial stakeholders.
- A collaborative, team focused mindset, committed to building strong working relationships and performing effectively in a fast paced environment.
- Proficiency in SAP is essential; advanced Excel skills and experience with other financial systems are advantageous.
- This role is a fulltime permanent position
This role provides a fantastic opportunity to make that next step up to a management role. The role sits on the management team for the site.
Research & Development Engineer required for multinational manufacturing company based in Waterford City. Overall Purpose of the role Reporting to the Engineering Team Lead, The R&D Engineer will be responsible for designing and developing innovative flow control systems and integrated flow solutions that meet customer requirements, regulatory standards, and market expectations. This role involves utilising advanced engineering practices, including CAD, FEA, CFD, and product validation protocols, to ensure high quality and compliant product designs. The successful candidate will collaborate cross functionally to deliver projects within budget and timelines while supporting continuous improvement and innovation across the company’s R&D activities.
Responsibilities
- Apply best design practices and efficient design concepts to ensure product and regulatory compliance while delivering market-driven solutions in integrated flow systems.
- Ensure high-quality output across design, production execution, and product quality deliverables.
- Create product designs and component assemblies using correct file structures, design builds, and sound engineering practices.
- Maintain robust revision control, file management, and product validation protocols (PVPs) in compliance with ISO 9001:2015 standards.
- Manage and streamline engineering CAD structures (SolidWorks) to ensure accurate, repeatable, and efficient drawing and design release processes.
- Contribute to the company’s knowledge in flow dynamics (CFD), market technologies, standards, and regulations.
- Participate in new product development (NPD) projects, ensuring all design, testing, and validation activities align with company standards.
- Utilise analytical techniques such as Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Drop Test Analysis, Thermal and Structural Analysis, Vibration and Frequency Analysis, and Plastic and Rubber Part Analysis to support effective and high-performance designs.
- Collaborate with Production, Supply Chain, Quality Assurance, and Sales teams to develop industry-leading flow control products.
- Develop a solid understanding of Fujikin Carp Group (FCG) product ranges and integrated flow solutions.
- Build Develop commercial awareness of material and component costs relative to design decisions for Gas Panels/VMBs.
- Provide regular project status reports and updates aligned with programme milestones.
- Apply knowledge of relevant industry standards (e.g., ASME B16.34, EN-ISO 13849-1, EN-62061, SEMI F81, SEMI S2) in all design activities.
- Execute strong project management techniques, delivering programs within budget and defined timelines.
- Assess and specify instrumentation and components that enable “smart,”
- innovative product features.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory frameworks (e.g., PED, TUV, ASTM, SEMASpec, SIL, ATEX, CE) for both current and new product designs.
- Compile and maintain all necessary regulatory documentation, including Technical Files, Design Dossiers, Product Transfer Files, and Essential Requirements.
- Follow or enhance existing NPI (New Product Introduction) processes to ensure effective product validation and standardisation in manufacturing.
- Support daily engineering planning and execution, promptly responding to performance trends such as drawing errors or workflow delays.
- Actively contribute to the R&D project pipeline, participating in brainstorming sessions, feasibility studies, and concept development.
- Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of competitive, market-ready products.
- Adhere to all Health & Safety procedures and promote safe working practices throughout the engineering function.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the R&D Manager, T&D Director, or General Manager.
Role will suit
- Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent is required.
- Minimum 3 years engineering experience with CCL engineering standards and products.
- Experience in design of stainless-steel process systems within the advanced manufacturing environments is desirable.
- Efficient personal skills and strong communication skills.
- Experience using Solidworks, CAD & Computational Flow Dynamics (CFD), FEA packages is considered an advantage.
- A working knowledge of additive manufacturing and injection moulding would be an advantage.
- Good working knowledge of MS Office.
- Ability to work across multi functions and communicate across functions.
- Proven problem-solving skills and methodologies.
- Ability to run multiple projects across the short, medium, and long term with appropriate task prioritisation.
- High self-motivation and a self-starter to drive the new product development programme.
- A full clean driver’s licence.