How lean management can help you
In business we are constantly reminded of the importance of improving how we do things on a day-to-day basis. Save money. Improve efficiency. Increase margins. Improve customer satisfaction. Business leaders are faced with the difficult challenge of creating a streamlined, effective business model that won’t break the bank while providing a best-in-class customer experience. On...
5 ways to make the most of the back to school vibe for your career
What a lovely summer it has been. You’ve no doubt had the odd trip away. Hopefully enjoyed some R&R. Even in the fastest-paced environments, the summer months inevitably result in a more relaxed pace. And we all no doubt needed it, but now, its time for back to school! If you’re anything like me,...
Employers must address the issue of mental health
Even with an emphasis on raising awareness and a move towards a more open dialogue about mental health in society, it can still, unfortunately, be seen as a taboo subject that people may not feel comfortable talking about, especially with their employer, who they feel may treat them differently due to this revelation. UK employers...
50 new cabin crew to be taken on board by Jet2
Jet2 has announced plans to recruit 50 new cabin crew members at Belfast International Airport. The latest roles are part of a recruitment drive to hire 3,000 staff across Europe as the company prepares for significant growth. The airline is planning to increase its capacity from Belfast International Airport by an additional 7% next summer,...
Sir Stelios helps Omagh entrepreneur bring his innovative idea to life
Do you know a great business idea when you see it? Or do you ever think ‘why has no one ever thought of this before?’ A country Tyrone businessman launched his innovative new firm with help from the Go For It programme through Fermanagh & Omagh District Council. Not only that but he also received...
How to… budget your student finances
Leaving school and going to university often means leaving home and living on your own for the first time. This is will no doubt mean you are now having to manage your own finances and living expenses, while it may be tempting to blow the student loan in the first term here are some hints...
Seven apps that can help spark workplace success
Still searching for workplace success? Here are 7 apps to help spark your success: Wetransfer (free up to 2GB) Occasionally, we need to email or send a file that’s over 10 megabytes, 20 megabytes, or whatever your email system allows. Often, this might be a PowerPoint presentation or the like. That’s where Wetransfer comes in....
Connor Whiteside – Project Support Engineer, Rainbow Communications
The Post: Project Support Engineer, Rainbow Communications The Post Holder: Connor Whiteside HOW I BECAME A PROJECT SUPPORT ENGINEER In a constantly evolving industry project support engineer, Connor Whiteside is always learning new skills. Give a brief outline of your career to date. I joined Rainbow in August 2010 as an apprentice telecoms engineer. I...
Find out more about a career with the Northern Ireland Prison Service
Are you looking for a new challenge in your career, or perhaps a new direction? Would you like to contribute to building a safer community by supporting people within custody to change? Northern Ireland Prison Service (NIPS) is currently seeking applications to fill to new roles. The latest roles are for Prisoner Custody Officers as...
Will Smith signs up Northern Ireland companies to help launch ‘ethical’ water
Two Northern Ireland companies will be involved in the UK production and distribution of a new water brand created by actor and rapper Will Smith and his son Jaden, creating up to 20 new roles. Just Water, which was founded to help combat ocean plastic pollution, will be packaged at Norbev Ltd in Ballymena, while...