Wage levels in Ireland have remained fairly constant relative to pre-recession trends with little or no growth, until recently, in hourly wage rates .Figures show that in the decade up to 2008 there was average wage growth of 5.7 per cent per annum . Since 2008 wages have been broadly flat. In sectors where there […]
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Living in Ireland
Most Dangerous Jobs in Ireland
The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) – recently published some statistics on Health and Safety in workplaces in Ireland . Deaths at Work: There were 46 work-related fatalities reported to the HSA in 2016 (compared to 56 in 2015.) Two of the 46 deaths were members of the public. The Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing sector had […]
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Areas of Job Growth in Ireland
The jobs situation in Ireland seems to be improving in 2016 – with increased job vacancies in many sectors. There are some areas of employment in Ireland where there are shortages of certain skills and experienced staff. If you have qualifications and / or experience in these areas you will have more chance of […]
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Maximum Working Hours in Ireland
Working Hours in Ireland In Ireland – the maximum number of hours an employee should work in an average working week is 48 hours. This working week average should be calculated over a four-month period. There are some exceptions to this average period. Overtime Pay There is no obligation on employers in Ireland to […]
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Paid Leave for Family Illness in Ireland
In Ireland under the Parental Leave Acts 1998 and 2006 , if you have a family crisis you have the right to limited paid leave from work. This is known as force majeure leave. You can take such leave where, for urgent family reasons, your immediate presence is necessary because a close family member is ill […]
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Lifeguard Summer Work Ireland
You could work as a beach lifeguard in County Mayo – Ireland for the summer . If you have a beach lifeguard award from the Irish Water Safety Association or the Royal Lifesaving Society (Ireland) or an equivalent qualificationt hat would be good. You MUST hold at least Rescue 3 level of the IWSA or […]
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