HSSD Supervisor - Grade IV

Purpose of the role

The HSSD Supervisor is responsible for assisting in the planning and co-ordination and provision of centralized decontamination services within the hospital in collaboration of the CDU Manager. Confidentiality regarding patient information and other hospital data is essential.

Essential Criteria

• Management qualification or commitment to undertake Supervisory Management QQI Level 6 or equivalent within 2 years of appointment.
• Minor award Sterile services or equivalent or 5 years’ experience in Decontamination
• Knowledge of HSE Standards and Recommended Practices for Central Decontamination Units

How to apply and informal enquiries

Applications for this post must be accompanied by a cover letter, setting out relevant experience that illustrates how the essential criteria listed above is met.

The criterion for short listing is based on the requirements of the post, as outlined in the eligibility criteria.

The closing date for submissions of CV’s and cover letter is 24 April 2026 by 5 pm. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobsby clicking ‘Apply for Job’.

Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method.

For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact maria.flynn@childrenshealthireland.ie

For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact taurai.machuwe@childrenshealthireland.ie

PLEASE NOTE:

CHI has transitioned to a process of a one commencement day per month for all new employees, CHI internal transfers and Secondments. This update to our Onboarding process is aligned to changes in our monthly/fortnightly payroll and with the launch of our new corporate induction program. This process enhancement ensures that we can thoroughly prepare for your arrival and facilitate a smooth transition in your onboarding journey.

It is important for you to note that if you do not have your pre-employments and mandatory training completed in time, your commencement date will be deferred to the next available date.

Below, you’ll find the list of commencement dates for 2026 for your information.

• June 8th, 2026
• July 6th, 2026
• August 10th, 2026