Increase your hiring chances by writing an effective CV

Thu, Jan 30, 2025

Writing an effective CV can be daunting and requires time and effort, but following a few simple guidelines will make the process a lot easier and make your CV a lot more effective. Certain format guidelines I shall discuss further will dramatically increase any candidate’s chances of being shortlisted.

Careers in tech and the courses available to help you get there

Thu, Jan 30, 2025

With more than 100,000 people employed in the Irish tech sector, and with many of the global tech leaders choosing to have their headquarters in this country, the tech industry here is booming.

Careers in the Creative Industry

Thu, Jan 30, 2025

Creativity is such an important skill and is heavily valued in many areas such as marketing, design, multimedia, drama, dance, craft and literature. Some students are aware of their creativity while in school, while others become more aware of their creativity later in life. Creativity comes in many forms and can be explored at any stage in life.

Understanding Employment Contracts in Ireland

Thu, Jan 30, 2025

Employment contracts are essential documents that define the terms and conditions of the working relationship between employers and employees. In Ireland, the nature of employment varies across industries, leading to different types of contracts to suit diverse needs.

Performance appraisals in the Workplace

Thu, Jan 30, 2025

Performance appraisals are an integral part of effective people management in all companies. They provide a structured framework for evaluating employee performance, setting goals, and fostering professional development.

Galway expected to see near 10 per cent increase in recruitment this year

Thu, Jan 30, 2025

Projecting a 9 per cent growth of recruitment in a range of local sectors varying from IT, and healthcare to commercial sectors, Galway is expected to enter a golden year for employers and employees alike in 2025.

Supporting local business – all in a day’s work for the LEO Galway team

Thu, Jan 30, 2025

Local Enterprise Office Galway offers a wide range of support for eligible businesses across the city and county. Whether you are looking for funding for a new e-commerce website, taking on a new employee, or hoping to invest in your business – LEO Galway is your first-stop shop.

ALDI announces pay increases and incentives ahead of Galway recruitment drive

Thu, Jan 30, 2025

Coinciding with a recently announced recruitment drive in Galway, the German supermarket chain has further sweetened the deal for potential employees, rolling out an increased minimum hourly rate of €15.10, in addition to several improved benefits.

Careers in Ireland’s Renewable Energy Transition

Thu, Jan 30, 2025

As the world continues to experience the effects associated with climate change, the demand for skilled professionals in the energy sector is rapidly growing.

The Critical Role of Mentoring in Business Growth

Thu, Jan 30, 2025

Running or managing a business can often be a lonely and overwhelming experience. This isolation often stems from the need to shoulder the weight of crucial decisions without a peer to consult or the challenges of balancing strategic planning with day-to-day operations.

Unlock your potential with BioInnovate Ireland

Thu, Jan 30, 2025

Are you ready to be part of the future of health tech innovation? BioInnovate, a 10-month immersive programme at University of Galway, is now accepting applications for 2025/26. This unique opportunity offers aspiring innovators the chance to work at the forefront of Ireland’s thriving MedTech ecosystem, alongside clinicians, entrepreneurs, and technical experts.

Future-proof your business with Skills to Advance

Thu, Jan 30, 2025

Local businesses all over Ireland can take advantage of highly subsided, fully accredited training to help future-proof their organisations. Further Education and Training (FET) programmes, developed under the Skills to Advance initiative, offer employees and employers targeted, flexible upskilling opportunities, all at little or no cost.

Rent the Runway brings on teen techies

Thu, Jan 30, 2025

In a further development of Rent the Runway’s partnership with Teen-Turn, Rent the Runway in Galway was selected to host the recent Teen-Turn STEM Inside Out workshop.

COPE Galway: Improving lives and strengthening community for 60 years

Thu, Jan 30, 2025

COPE Galway, is committed to improving the lives of individuals and families in the community. The people are central to the quality of our work across our homeless, domestic abuse and senior support services.

Join the Renmore Dental team

Thu, Jan 30, 2025

Catering to patients in the heart of Galway for 17 years, Renmore Dental is seeking a dental hygienist/dental associate to join their highly skilled team of clinicians.

International Aerospace Coatings—where your career takes flight

Thu, Jan 30, 2025

Looking for a career change? International Aerospace Coatings (IAC), the global leader in aircraft spray painting, is currently hiring aircraft spray painters at its location in Shannon, County Clare.

Career opportunities at Stewart Construction

Thu, Jan 30, 2025

Stewart Construction, is a family-owned, fourth-generation, multi-award-winning building contractor, that was founded in Salthill in 1902 and still operates their head office from the same location.

Explore your future at the University of Galway Postgraduate Open Day

Thu, Jan 30, 2025

Are you considering furthering your studies? The University of Galway invites all prospective postgraduate students to its Postgraduate Open Day—an exciting opportunity to explore your options and experience campus life.

GRETB - empowering growth through education and training

Thu, Jan 30, 2025

Galway and Roscommon Education and Training Board (GRETB) is the leading provider of further education and training in Galway and Roscommon. With 40 Further Education and Training centres across both counties, a diverse range of full-time and part-time courses are offered and designed to meet the needs of every learner. Whether you would like to reskill, upskill or just try something new, GRETB has a course to suit your goals.

Showers available at city’s community centres for people affected by water outages

Wed, Jan 29, 2025

Galway City Council has made shower facilities at the city’s community centres available free of charge for those affected by water outages as a result of Storm Éowyn.

A number of community centres opened on Monday to allow people to avail of the shower facilities, which will be available to use throughout this week.

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