Civil Technician Grade I

Longford County Council -
County Longford

Apply Now

Job details

Full-time
€49,753–€58,952 a year
8 hours ago

Benefits

Annual leave

Qualifications

AutoCAD
Construction
Administrative experience
Human Resources
Higher certificate
Communication skills
GIS

Full job description

Candidate Information Booklet – Civil Technician Grade I

Longford County Council is one of Local Authorities in the Republic of Ireland. The
Council has responsibility for the delivery of a wide range of services which are
necessary to the physical, economic, social, and cultural life of County Longford, with a
focus on making Longford an attractive place to live, work and invest.

The following comprise the areas of service delivery in Longford County Council:

• Economic & Dog Development • Fire & Emergency Services

• Local Enterprise • Environment

• Planning • Finance

• Cultural & Recreational Services • Information Services

• Infrastructure • Corporate Services

• Water Services • Human Resources

Housing

This is an opportunity to gain employment in the role of Civil Technician Grade I with
Longford County Council.

Longford County Council is committed to a policy of open and fair

recruitment, in line with good practice, recruitment & selection standards,
employment legislation and relevant circulars from the Department of

Housing, Local Government & Heritage.

This Candidate Information Booklet is intended to provide information
both on the role of Civil Technician Grade I and the application/selection
process. Candidates should familiarise themselves with the information

provided in this booklet before they complete and submit their
application.

It is the responsibility of the Candidates to ensure that they meet all the

qualifying criteria and are eligible to apply for the post of Civil Technician
Grade I.

Where a candidate provides false or misleading information or has

deliberately omitted relevant information on their application form this
may result in their disqualification from the competition.

LONGFORD COUNTY COUNCIL CTI/

Candidate Information Booklet – Civil Technician Grade I

Civil Technician Grade I
The purpose of the position of Civil Technician Grade I is to provide, under the direction and
supervision of the relevant engineering/cognate grade or other appropriate officer, such
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 by a local authority.

THE ROLE & DUTIES
The actual duties of the post of Civil Technician Grade I will depend on placement of the
post, but in general they will include but are not limited to:

Responsibility for the execution of inspections, surveys, draughting and reporting as

required

Responsibility and supervision of staff as required

Responsible for coordinating and managing site staff

The research, collection and collating of reasonably complex material

Preparation of reports and submissions

Acting for a Technician of a higher rank during his/her absence or as required to do so

Providing technical support to Engineers in the relevant section

Preparation of detailed design drawings for contract documents using Auto-Cad

Competence and Experience in use of GIS software

Good experience in site surveying and mapping

Carry out detail site survey and snagging works

Undertaking inspection and report

Preparing documentation for the public procurement and tendering of projects as

well as all documentation required under current Health and Safety legislation

Preparation of Health and Safety documentation for all site works

Participate & take part in the duties as required as part of the Organisational

response to Climate Action and Just Transition to promote & ensure capacity building,
empowering change and delivering action

Planning for, and supervision of, maintenance/construction works

Producing presentation work for Council and Public display

Be a good communicator and have good report writing skills

Any other activities as assigned by Line Manager/Supervisor

The Ideal candidate will demonstrate through their application form and at the interview
that he/she has:

good communication and interpersonal skill

ability to prepare and present technical reports

an ability to interpret and critically analyse scientific data

good organisation skills and discipline

strong ICT skills.

LONGFORD COUNTY COUNCIL CTI/

Candidate Information Booklet – Civil Technician Grade I

COMPETENCIES
Key competencies for the post of Civil Technician Grade I are given in the table below.
Candidates will be expected to demonstrate sufficient evidence within their application
form of their competence under each of these headings. Please take particular note of the
competencies listed as any shortlisting or interview processes will be based on the
information provided by the candidate in their completed application form.

• Plans work and work of the team effectively

Establishes high quality service and customer care

standards.

Evaluates the current work practices to identify changes

that could be made to help them run more efficiently.

DELIVERING RESULTS &
• Maintains accurate records and monitors work, ensuring

COMMUNICATING EFFECTIVELY
any errors are identified and rectified.

Delivering quality technical, civil and /or architectural work

and services.

Ability to communicate effectively both verbal and written

with staff and stakeholders.

Accepting and giving direction and responding timely and

accurately to requests for information, reports, technical
input or other services as required.

Has a strong team ethic of co-operation and mutual support

PERFORMANCE THROUGH PEOPLE with an ability to lead.

Motivate and engage employees to achieve quality results

and to deliver on operational plans.

Effectively manage performance.

Understands the context and impact of decisions made.

Resilience and personal well-being.

Integrity and decision making.

Takes initiative and is open to taking on new challenges or

responsibilities;

Behaves in an honest, trustworthy, and respectful manner

PERSONAL EFFECTIVENESS and is transparent, fair and consistent in dealing with

others.

Maintains a positive and constructive and enthusiastic

attitude to their role;

Understands and implements change and demonstrates

flexibility and openness to change.

• Has knowledge and understanding of the role of Civil
Technician Grade I

• Has knowledge and understanding of the structure,

functions and issues for local government.

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & • Technical Skills, Experience and Knowledge.

• Has strong knowledge and understanding in relation to SKILLS
statutory obligations of Health and Safety legislation and its
application in the workplace.

Has relevant administrative experience.

Has experience of preparing reports and correspondence.

Has knowledge and experience of operating ICT systems.

LONGFORD COUNTY COUNCIL CTI/

Candidate Information Booklet – Civil Technician Grade I

Civil Technician Grade I
QUALIFICATIONS

. 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.

. Citizenship

Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be:

(a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member
States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or

(b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or
(c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and

Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or
(d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and

has a stamp visa: or
(e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection

Act or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of
family reunification and has a stamp visa or

(f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and
resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp visa

. Education, training, experience, etc

Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms –

(i) have passed the N.C.E.A./H.E.T.A.C. National Certificate Final
Examination/Higher Certificate (Level on NFQ) 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
and

(ii) have at least three years satisfactory experience after attaining the
qualification concerned
or

(iii) fulfil the following requirements –
(a) 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,

LONGFORD COUNTY COUNCIL CTI/

Candidate Information Booklet – Civil Technician Grade I

and
(b) have at least three years satisfactory relevant experience in a Technician

Post at Grade II level or in an analogous post
or

(c) have satisfactory service, in a Technician Post at Grade or higher level in
an analogous post under a Local Authority or Health Board in the State,

and
(iv) possess adequate training or experience relating to the control and supervision
of staff.

LONGFORD COUNTY COUNCIL CTI/

Candidate Information Booklet – Civil Technician Grade I

PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYMENT . The Post

The post is wholetime (i.e. hours per week) and appointment may be permanent or
temporary. . Location

Longford County Council reserves the right to assign the successful candidates to any
premises in use by the Council, now or in the future.

The person appointed will be required to report to their place of work by their own means
of transport and at their own expense. . Commencement

Longford County Council shall require a person to whom an appointment is offered to take
up such appointment within a period of not more than one month and if they fail to take up
the appointment within such period, or such other longer period as the Council in its
absolute discretion may determine, Longford County Council shall not appoint them. . Working Hours

The current working hours are hours per week, Monday to Friday. A flexible working
system is in operation. Longford County Council reserves the right to alter the hours of work
from time to time.

All hours worked are subject to and recorded in accordance with the provisions of the
Organisation of Working Time Act, , and the Organisation of Working Time Regulations, . Longford County Council requires employees to record their hours using a Clocking
system. . Reporting Arrangements

Civil Technician Grade I report directly to the appropriate supervisor in the Section or to any
other employee of Longford County Council as designated for this purpose.

A system of regular appraisal will be operated during employment, which will involve
discussions between the employee and the line manager regarding performance and
conduct. . Probationary Period of Employment

There shall be a period after appointment during which the appointee will hold the position
on probation. The period of probation will be prescribed by the Chief Executive.
Employment may be terminated during the probationary period should service be deemed
by the Chief Executive to be unsatisfactory. Employment may be terminated at the end of

LONGFORD COUNTY COUNCIL CTI/

Candidate Information Booklet – Civil Technician Grade I

the probationary period unless the Chief Executive has certified that the employee had
satisfactory service. Tenure of employment following probation will be subject to
satisfactory service. . Remuneration

The current scale for the post of Civil Technician Grade I is €, - €, (LSI) gross
per annum (Circular EL /), the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to
time in line with Government Circulars.

On appointment successful candidates will be placed on the first point of the point of the
salary scale. Appointment to a higher point of the salary scale may apply to candidates
employed elsewhere in the public service, subject to verification of service history.

Remuneration is paid fortnightly by PayPath directly to the employees nominated bank
account. The current wage pay cycle may be revised during the period of employment.

Remuneration is subject to all statutory deductions, e.g. P.A.Y.E. and P.R.S.I. Increments are
paid annually subject to satisfactory attendance, conduct and performance and national
agreements. Increments may be withheld if performance, attendance and/or conduct are
not satisfactory. . Superannuation & Retirement

A person who becomes a pensionable employee of the County Council will be required in
respect of their Superannuation to contribute to the Local Authority at the appropriate rate.

The terms of the Local Government Superannuation (Consolidation) Scheme as
amended or the Public Services Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act or the
Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme & Other Provisions) Act will apply as
appropriate on appointment.
Retirement age for employees is dependent on their relevant contract of employment, with
due consideration being given to the rules of the Superannuation Scheme to which they
belong.

For appointees who are deemed not to be “new entrants” as defined in the Public

Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, retirement is compulsory on
reaching years of age.

The minimum retirement age for “new entrants” to the public service as defined in the

Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act is . There is no
mandatory retirement age.

Effective from st January, , The Single Public Service Scheme applies to all first-

time new entrants to the public service, as well as to former public servants returning
to the public service after a break of more than weeks:

Retirement age is set, initially, at years; this will rise in step with statutory

changes in the State Pension Contributory (SPC) age to years in and
years in .

Compulsory retirement age will be .

LONGFORD COUNTY COUNCIL CTI/

Candidate Information Booklet – Civil Technician Grade I

. Annual Leave

The current annual leave entitlement for Civil Technician Grade I is days per annum, in
accordance with the Council’s Annual Leave Policy. The Chief Executive of Longford County
Council retains autonomy with regard to office closures, (e.g. Christmas Office Closure), any
days arising from such closure will be reserved from the employee’s annual leave
entitlement. Proposed office closure days will be reviewed and advised to all employees
each year. . Driver’s Licence & Insurance

Employees of Longford County Council may be required to use their car on official business.
In such situations the employee must hold a current clean driver’s licence and have available
adequate means of transport.
It is the responsibility of the employee to arrange the appropriate car insurance cover for
business use and to indemnify Longford County Council with the indemnity specified on
your insurance certificate under the heading “Persons or classes of person who are
covered”. Documentation to confirm the appropriate insurance cover will be required to be
supplied to the Council on an annual basis. . Code of Conduct/Organisation Policies

Employees are required to adhere to all current and future Longford County Council codes
of practice including Code of Conduct of Employees and all current and future organisational
policies including, but not limited to Health and Safety, Communications, Data Protection,
Equality, Staff Mobility, Attendance Management and Use of Electronic Equipment. . Training

Employees are required to attend and participate fully in training programmes as may be
decided by the Council from time to time and to apply their learning in the course of their
daily working activities. . Health and Safety Regulations

Longford County Council as an Employer is obliged to ensure, so far as it is reasonably
practicable the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work of all of its employees. Under the Safety,
Health and Welfare at Work Act , the County Council has a legal duty to exercise all due
care and take all protective and preventative measures to protect the Safety, Health, and
Welfare of its employees.

All employees also have a legal obligation under Safety and Health legislation to co-operate
with management and not engage in any improper conduct or behaviour or do anything,
which would place themselves or others at risk. Employees must not be under the influence
of an intoxicant at the place of work.

Employees must comply with all Safety and Health rules and regulations and attend all
required Safety and Health Training.

LONGFORD COUNTY COUNCIL CTI/

Candidate Information Booklet – Civil Technician Grade I

. Outside Employment

The position is whole-time, and the employee may not engage in private practice or be
connected with any outside business which would interfere with the performance of official
duties.

Important Notice
The above represents the principal conditions of service and is not intended to be the
comprehensive list of all terms and conditions of employment which will be set out in the
employment contract to be agreed with the successful candidate.

LONGFORD COUNTY COUNCIL CTI/

Candidate Information Booklet – Civil Technician Grade I

SELECTION PROCESS

. How to Apply

Only fully completed applications forms will be accepted.

Please ensure that:

. your application is made on the official application form only and sent via email in
pdf format to [email protected] – do not attach or include your CV

NOTE: your CV will not be accepted as an application or as part of your application.

. you fully complete all sections of the application form and include all relevant,
detailed and accurate information. Applications must be completed in typed format.

NOTE: any offer of employment is subject to the information given on your
application form being true. False/misleading information or deliberate omissions
may result in termination of employment.

. you include a copy of your educational certificates as part of one pdf application

. you submit your application on or before pm Friday, st August .

Forward your completed application form via email to [email protected] :

Applications submitted after the closing date will not be accepted

Applications forms must be submitted by email in pdf format

Applications submitted by hand, post or fax will not be accepted

Claims in relation to the late receipt of application forms will not be entertained.

Admission to this competition, or an invitation to take tests or to attend for interview
does not infer that you fulfil all the requirements for appointment.

If you do not receive an “acknowledgement-of-receipt” of your application within seven
working days of application - please contact Longford County Council’s HR department
by phone: () / or by email: [email protected]

Longford County Council may need to contact you during the competition’s selection
process. It is important that the contact details (i.e. your postal address, email address
and phone number) given on your application form are correct and accessible by you.
Changes to your contact details that occur during this recruitment campaign should be
notified by email to [email protected]

Longford County Council will not accept responsibility for communication not accessed
or received by you.

Correspondence in relation to all aspects of this competition will be primarily via email.

LONGFORD COUNTY COUNCIL CTI/

Candidate Information Booklet – Civil Technician Grade I

. Selection Process

Stage – Submission of Application Form via email

Candidates interested in applying for the position of Civil Technician Grade I should submit
their completed application with supporting documentation form via email in PDF format to
[email protected]

Completed Application Forms must be submitted on or before pm Friday, st August .

Each completed application must include a copy of all educational qualifications declared in
the application form.

Failure to submit a completed application form, with all required supporting
documentation, by the specified deadline will result in the application being deemed invalid
and it will not be permitted to proceed any further in the selection process.

Stage – Initial Screening

All completed application forms received by the stated closing date & time will be screened
to ensure that they meet the minimum eligibility criteria for the position of Civil Technician
Grade I in accordance with the declared Qualifications.

Candidates who demonstrate that they meet the required eligibility criteria, their
application will progress to the Step of the selection process.

Candidates who fail to demonstrate that they meet the minimum eligibility criteria required,
their application will be deemed invalid and will not progress any further in the selection
process.

Stage – Shortlisting

Longford County Council reserves the right to shortlist applications, it is very important
therefore, that candidates provide accurate, clear and comprehensive information in their
completed application forms.

Shortlisting may take the form of:

. a desktop-shortlisting process, where a board will be assigned to examine the
information provided by the candidate and assess it against criteria required for the
position, and/or

. an online shortlisting interview.

Candidates who are shortlisted may have their application scored and ranked in order of
merit. Based on the score awarded their application may progress to Step of the selection
process.
For candidates who are not shortlisted, their application will not progress any further in the
selection process.

LONGFORD COUNTY COUNCIL CTI/

Candidate Information Booklet – Civil Technician Grade I

Stage –Interview

On completion of the Stage of the selection process, successfully shortlisted candidates
may be invited in batches for an interview.

An independent interview board will be established by the Chief Executive of Longford
County Council. The board will comprise a Chairperson and two other members, who will
have expert knowledge in the relevant field. The objective of the board is to establish the
applicant’s suitability for the post and to rank the successful candidates in order of merit
for appointment.

The interview will be the candidate’s opportunity to demonstrate that they possess the
required competencies, knowledge, skills, and experience. The objective of the board is to
assess the candidate’s responses against agreed criteria and to identify the candidates who
best meet the competencies required.

Longford County Council will issue advance notice of the date and time of the interview. It is
the responsibility of the candidate to make themselves available for interview on the date
and time notified and to ensure that they are able to successfully connect to the online
interview.

Requests to reschedule notified interview dates or times cannot be accommodated.

Candidates who do not attend/connect for their interview at the time and on the date
advised will be deemed to have withdrawn their application from the competition and their
application will receive no further consideration.

Expenses incurred by candidates in attending for interview will be the responsibility of the
candidate.

Candidates who are successful in the interview process will be qualified for appointment in
order of merit and placed on a panel. This panel may be used to fill both permanent and
temporary Civil Technician Grade I vacancies that may arise during the life of the panel.

It should be noted that placement on a panel may not necessarily lead to a job offer. The
selection process is not concluded until sought references are received and all other
clearance checks, e.g. Garda Vetting, occupational health, verification of education
qualifications, etc, have been carried out to the satisfaction of the Council.

Candidates on the Civil Technician Grade I panel who satisfy all the requirements for the
post may be offered employment subject to:

. Their place, in order of merit, on the panel . The requirements of Longford County Council.

Should a candidate decline an offer of employment or having accepted an offer of
employment relinquish it prior to commencing in the post, they will be deemed to have
withdrawn their application from the competition.

LONGFORD COUNTY COUNCIL CTI/

Candidate Information Booklet – Civil Technician Grade I

. Feedback

Candidates shall be notified of the outcome of each stage of the selection process as soon as
possible.

If, following the interview, a candidate is placed on a panel they shall be informed of their
position on the panel. Details of marks attained in the interview process will be provided
upon receipt of written request. . Deeming of candidature to be withdrawn

Candidates who do not attend for interview when and where required by the Longford
County Council, or who do not, when requested, furnish such evidence as required by
Longford County Council within the specified timeframe, regarding any matter relevant to
their candidature, will be deemed to have withdrawn their application from the
competition.

. References

Applicants are required to advise the names of two responsible persons to whom they are
well known but not related.

In advance of any offer of employment, Longford County Council reserves the right to seek
both written and verbal references from current and previous employers, educational
institutions, or any other organisations with which the candidate has been associated.
Longford County Council reserves the right to determine the merit, appropriateness and
relevance of such references and referees. Information sought from referees shall be
structured around the requirements of the job and the job description, person specification
and/or competency profile provided. . Verification of Education Qualifications

Prior to appointment, the candidate will be required to present the original parchment of
their certificate, diploma and/or degree and any other supporting documentation required
by the Council*, to the Human Resources department in order to verify their qualifications.

Non-Irish Qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and

Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish
National Framework of Qualifications, overseas qualifications must also be
accompanied by a translation document.

. Pre-Employment Medical

Prior to appointment the candidate will be required to complete a Health Declaration and
to undergo a medical examination, at their own expense, by a qualified medical
practitioner nominated by the Council. On taking up employment the expense of this
medical examination will be refunded.

LONGFORD COUNTY COUNCIL CTI/

Candidate Information Booklet – Civil Technician Grade I

. Garda Clearance

Garda Vetting will be sought in accordance the National Vetting Bureau (Children and
Vulnerable Persons) Acts to and the applicant will be required to fully cooperate
with this process. . Canvassing

Any attempt by a candidate, or by any person(s) acting at the candidate’s instigation,
directly or indirectly, by means of written communication or otherwise influence in the
candidate’s favour, any member or employee of the Council or person nominated by the
County Council to interview or examine applicants, will automatically disqualify the
candidate for the position being sought. . Confidentiality

Longford County Council, in its recruitment and selection procedures, has appropriate
measures in place to protect the confidentiality of all applicants. All enquiries, applications
and other aspects that form part of the recruitment formalities are treated as confidential
and are not disclosed to anyone, outside of those directly involved in the recruitment
process - subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Acts, -.

Records created, maintained, and stored by Longford County Council as part of the
recruitment and selection process are subject to a range of legislation, including Freedom of
Information and Data Protection. Longford County Council shall comply with the National
Records Retention Policy () and any other relevant records retention policies.

LONGFORD COUNTY COUNCIL CTI/

Candidate Information Booklet – Civil Technician Grade I

. Who can I contact if I have a query in relation the Recruitment Campaign for Civil

Technician Grade I?

The Candidate Information Booklet provides comprehensive information relating to the selection
process for this recruitment campaign. However, if after reading this information booklet you
require any additional/further information - please forward your query by email to:

[email protected]

. I have submitted my application form. What happens next?

Longford County Council will carry out an eligibility check on all application forms to ensure that they
meet the minimum eligibility criteria for the post as set out by the Department of Housing, Planning
and Local Government. If you do not meet the minimum eligibility requirements for the post, based
on the information given in your application form, your application will be deemed invalid, and you
will not be considered for interview.

Depending on the number of candidates remaining at this stage of the competition it may be
necessary to hold a shortlisting process. The shortlisting process may take the form of either a
desktop exercise (based on the information provided in the application forms) and/or a shortlisting
interview.

. What happens on completion of the shortlisting process?

Longford County Council will contact all applicant’s advising them of the results of the shortlisting
process. Candidates who are shortlisted at this stage may be invited to attend for online interview.
It is the responsibility of the candidate to make themselves available for the online interview on the
date and time notified. Reschedule requests cannot be accommodated.

. What happens after undertaking the final interview?

Candidates who are successful in the interview process will be placed on a panel and ranked in
order.
Please note that being placed on a panel is not a guarantee that you will be appointed.

. If I am offered employment, where will I be based?

The management of Longford County Council reserve the right to assign employees to any premises
or business section as required in accordance with the business needs of the organisation.

. How will Longford County Council communicate with me throughout the Recruitment
and Selection Campaign?

Longford County Council may contact you by phone, email or post at various stages throughout the
selection process. Any change to the contact details provided that occur during this recruitment
campaign should be notified by email to [email protected]

LONGFORD COUNTY COUNCIL CTI/

Apply Now

Jobseeker tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected