Minister Calleary announces series of Intreo Work and Skills Events to take place in March

• Work and Skills events taking place from 2nd to 13th March
• Over 40 events nationwide focusing on careers and training
• 100s of jobs on offer with the opportunity to meet directly with employers hiring

The Minister for Social Protection, Dara Calleary TD, has today announced a series of Work and Skills events will take place in towns and cities across Ireland from tomorrow.

Over 40 events are taking place nationwide from the 2nd to 13th March, with a huge range of opportunities in a variety of sectors including Healthcare, Transport & Logistics, Public Service, Retail, Hospitality, Childcare, Agri-food, Aviation and Education.

The Work and Skills events provide jobseekers with an opportunity to connect with employers who are actively recruiting to explore full‑time, part‑time and flexible job opportunities in their local area.

Jobseekers also can learn about the training options available, and avail of job seeking advice to help them take the next step in their career.

Commenting on the events, Minister Calleary said:

“I am delighted to announce another series of our Work and Skills events. These events offer a vital opportunity for jobseekers to meet directly with employers and learn about jobs on offer as well as finding out about training options available.

“They also offer a great opportunity for people to find out more about the supports and services that are available from the Department to both employers and jobseekers.

“Employers from a range of sectors will be actively recruiting at these events, and some vacancies can even be applied for on the day.

“Over 40 events are taking place right across the country and I encourage people to visit gov.ie/workandskills to see what’s happening in their area.”

Key events:

Liffey Valley Multi-Sector Recruitment & Training Fair:

A Multi-Sector Recruitment & Training Fair will take place on Tuesday, 3rd March from 10am – 1pm at the Liffey Valley Shopping Centre.

A wide range of employers and training providers will be attending from sectors including retail, hospitality, healthcare, construction, logistics, administration, and customer service.

Carlow Recruitment Fair:

On Wednesday 4th March, from 10am to 1pm, the Carlow Recruitment Fair is taking place in the Fairgreen Shopping Centre, Carlow.

The aim of this event is to support jobseekers, job changers and those returning into work, with an opportunity to meet employers face to face to discuss the vacancies currently available and to provide information on training and upskilling.

Employers attending this event include Dovida Ireland, Bluebird Care, Mount Wolseley Hotel Spa & Golf Resort, Delta Centre CLG, Integrated Communications Ltd, McDonalds and many more.

Galway Recruitment Event:

On Thursday, 5th March from 10am to 1pm, a Recruitment Fair is taking place in Galway Shopping Centre.

Pennys and Bluebird Homecare are among the employers attending this event, while training providers such as the National Learning Network, Employability, EURES and the ETB will also be in attendance.

Louth Multisector Recruitment Event:

Also on Thursday, 5th March, a Multisector Recruitment event will take place in the Marshes Shopping Centre from 11am to 1pm.

Employers such as Suretank, Ohk energy, Prometric, Defence Forces, HHCI Healthcare, National Tile, Early Day Foods and Staffline Recruitment will be in attendance.

Navan Recruitment Fair:

On Friday, March 6th from 11am to 1pm, a recruitment fair will take place in the Navan Shopping Centre.

Employers recruiting on the day include Meade Potato Farm, Ohk energy, MyHomeCare, and Park Rí.

Blanchardstown Recruitment Event:

On Friday, March 13th from 10am to 12:30pm, a Multi-Sectoral Recruitment and Training Fair will take place at the Blanchardstown Shopping Centre in Dublin.

Employers recruiting on the day include Bidvest Noonan, BMC Manufacturing, Bus Eireann, Comfort Keepers, CPM Ireland, Dovida, Excel Aviation, Musgraves, Nua Healthcare and Publicjobs.

There is also a CV Workshop for those attending as part of the event.

Ballina Disability and Carers Engagement event:

On Monday, 2nd March, a Disability & Carer Engagement event will take place in the Great National Hotel, Ballina from 10am to 1pm.

This event aims to showcase practical pathways into employment for people with disabilities and those with caring responsibilities, with information on available supports, training opportunities and inclusive employment options.

There are some 40 organisations attending on the day including AsIAm, Down Syndrome Mayo, JAM Card, SICAP and Employability. The event will also feature two Mayo based innovative companies who produce supportive products for disabled people.

The event will provide attendees with the opportunity to network, explore opportunities, link in with supportive services, and connect with organisations who are committed to helping them progress.

Cork ‘Strengthen your Business’ - Strive for Inclusion event:

On Friday, 6th March, an Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Information Event for Employers will take place in the Kingsley Hotel in Cork from 12.30pm to 2pm.

This event is being hosted in conjunction with Turas Nua and is an ideal forum for employers to hear about the suite of grants and supports available to them.

Information on the full range of events open to the public and how to register to attend is available at www.Gov.ie/WorkandSkills.

All events are tailored for people seeking employment and jobseekers and are not just for people receiving a jobseeker payment.

Notes:

Intreo is the Government of Ireland’s public employment service, which is delivered by the Department of Social Protection as a single point of contact for all employment and income supports. It provides practical, tailored employment services and supports for both jobseekers and employers.

Upcoming Work and Skills events:

Eastern Region

Northern Region

Southern Region

Midlands/Western Region

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