Kevin Branigan of Jobs Expo Galway speaks to Keith Finnegan on Galway Bay FM about the forthcoming jobs fair at the Galmont Hotel on 24th February.
We are delighted to have the Irish Medtech Association exhibiting and recruiting at our upcoming Jobs Expo Galway on February 24th at the Galmont Hotel & Spa (formerly the Radisson Blu)
The Irish Medtech Association is the business association within Ibec representing the medical devices and diagnostics sector. The Irish Medtech Association has almost 200 members, located throughout the island of Ireland.
Irish Medtech Association's broad focus is to promote and support an environment that encourages the sustainable development and profitable growth of our multinational and small to medium size medical device and diagnostic companies.
Irish Medtech Association is led by a Board of Industry CEO’s/Chief Representatives and implements its strategy via working groups and taskforces.
The Irish Medtech Association have set-out an ambitious strategy for 2020: ‘The Global Medtech Hub’. During the recent economic crisis, the medtech industry continued to expand with exports reaching €12.6 billion. This steady growth which accounts for more than 10% of all Irish exports has now been bolstered as the recovery takes hold in the domestic economy. Irish Medtech Association has identified key priorities to ensure Ireland is innovating for future healthcare and economic growth, including:
Drive our future: Identify and influence key areas of focus such as trade barriers, skills needs, and changes to the business environment.
Achieve the potential of the cluster: Assist companies utilise the cluster to expand and achieve their potential developing new technologies from concept to market.
Use technological innovations to help patients: Facilitate cooperation between sectors such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology and ICT and realise the potential for advanced, additive and cell manufacturing.
Nurture entrepreneurship: Develop policies and conditions to ensure entrepreneurship can thrive, such as facilitating new funding opportunities.
In 2017/2018 the Irish Medtech Association, the Ibec group that represents the medical technology sector, will continue to offer the Quality Engineering programme which is successfully running for the sixth consecutive year. The Quality Engineer is a person who understands the principles of valuation and control of product and service quality
This programme, funded by Springboard+, previously only for unemployed persons is now designed to reskill and/or upskill existing employees, as well as provide out of work engineers and scientists with the skills to take up new work in the Medtech sector. This programme will help engineers and technicians from traditional disciplines to 'cross over' into the 'newer' realms of quality engineering which are often hi-tech, hi-precision and highly regulated.
Irish Medtech Association Director Sinead Keogh said: "With more than 29,000 people now working in the sector, Ireland is one of the largest employers of medtech professionals in Europe. Another 2,000 jobs have been announced since 2014, but that's not enough, we want to make sure that Ireland is an attractive place to work, because the more these companies expand, the greater the skills needs. In the broader Irish economy, employment is around 2 million for the first time since 2009 and changes in migrations are seeing more people coming to Ireland than leaving.
"Ireland's medtech sector is diverse and can offer people rewarding careers developing and producing lifesaving technology. Programmes such as the Irish Medtech Association Skillnet have proven to be successful in giving people the skills they need to start new careers with 4,000 people trained to date. Manufacturing is the second largest employer in Ireland, and Irish Medtech Association is delighted to have successfully gained approval for two major new apprenticeships for technicians and engineers.
"One exciting new area which has the potential to not only create jobs, but also take pressure off our overburdened healthcare system, is connected health. Technological advances are creating new ways for healthcare to deliver better results for patients. These innovations require more, dedicated investment in R&D. However, with 10 out of 10 top global technology companies having bases in Ireland, we are uniquely placed to become a leader in this emerging area. Irish Medtech Association will step up its activities to support collaboration between industries such as ICT to drive innovation among Irish businesses."
Irish Medtech Association Chairman and VP, Manufacturing, Global Joint Reconstruction DePuy Orthopaedics Worldwide James Winters said: "The global medtech industry is expected to reach €475 billion in 2018. Ireland may be a small country, but we're a big player in the industry with 18 of the world's top 25 medtech companies located here. The move to value-based healthcare is revolutionising the commercial model used by healthcare systems across the world. The industry in Ireland must now adapt to these changes, so that it can continue to compete and be a global leader. Advanced medical technologies allow doctors to make an early diagnosis of diseases such as cancer and reduce recovery times for surgeries. New innovations in medtech save and improve lives, but we must do more to adapt to changes in international markets to be a global medtech hub."
We are delighted to announce that Medtronic will be sponsoring, as well as exhibiting and recruiting at Jobs Expo Galway on February 24th at the Galmont Hotel & Spa (formerly the Radisson Blu).
Medtronic have had a presence in Ireland since 1999. They acquired a Cardiovascular business which was established in Galway in 1982. The Galway site is now a centre of excellence for the development and manufacture of a number of the company’s key medical technologies for the treatment and management of cardiovascular and cardiac rhythm diseases.
Today over 2,500 people are employed by Medtronic in Ireland. Furthermore, the majority of the company’s employees work at the facility in Galway. There are over one hundred employees dedicated to research and development at the Galway base.
In September 2013, a Customer Innovation Centre was set up. This development provided state-of-the-art facilities for physicians and engineers to work together. Here, they would continue on developing new therapies that would improve clinical outcomes, provide economic value and increase access to quality healthcare for patients around the world.
Medtronic has a sales and shared services office in Dublin to support the Irish business.
Imagine playing a role in changing what it means to live with chronic disease. At Medtronic, you can. They are creating technologies that treat chronic disease in new ways so people can live better and longer.
They didn’t become a global leader by sitting on the sidelines. Medtronic are actively involved in shaping the industry and transforming technologies. This allows physicians to have what they require to help their patients move forward with life.
Their vision requires ambitious and bold leaders. If you want a career that is challenging, vigourous and rewarding, you may want to consider meeting Medtronic at Jobs Expo Galway. They are looking for the next brand of talent as they push the boundaries of medical technology.
As the world’s largest medical technology company, they offer opportunities in numerous geographies, technologies, therapies and functional areas.
We are delighted to announce that Height for Hire have joined Jobs Expo Galway. They will be exhibiting and recruiting for positions throughout Ireland and the UK.
Height for Hire is a family-run access machinery rental business. Their headquarters is based in Ashbourne, Co Meath. The business has been operating for over 40 years since 1978. They have over 2,000 machines across 20 locations in four countries – Ireland, the UK, Hungary and Slovakia.
They have the largest range of access machinery within the British Isles, split into four divisions - core access machinery, truck mounts, spider lifts and self drives.
However, it is the way in which they deliver their rental service that makes Height for Hire different. They value uptime, constantly investing in the best machinery, renewing their fleet more often than the competition. This fact, along with their 24/7 Technical Support Helpline, has allowed them to cover their customers, even in extreme locations, around the clock.
Height for Hire is not just an access hire company, but an access hire company with a heart. They've made it their business to bring safe working at height solutions to more people and places. They work together as a family to make this happen because they understand the importance of getting everyone home safe to their family.
Are you considering seeking a career in hospitality? Do you enjoy working in a team? Being surrounded by natural beauty? If yes on all accounts, then it is definitely worth talking to Ballynahinch Castle Hotel at Jobs Expo Galway on February 24th at the Galmont Hotel & Spa (formerly the Radisson Blu).
Ballynahinch Castle Hotel is one of Ireland's finest luxury castle hotels. Voted #1 in Ireland by the readers of Condé Nast magazine. Set in a private 700 acre estate of woodland, rivers and walks in the heart of Connemara, Co. Galway. This authentic and unpretentious Castle Hotel stands proudly overlooking it's famous salmon fishery, with a backdrop of the beautiful 12 Bens Mountain range.
Ballynahinch Castle is the perfect destination for those who love the great outdoors. Whether one is looking for an activity break or simply relax by one of their open log fires, the hotel satisfies all tastes. Expert guides are available to assist in every activity, on the sea, the mountains, rivers and trails or in the library exploring the rich culture of this spectacular region.
The hotel is located in Connemara, along the Wild Atlantic Way in the West of Ireland. This makes Ballynahinch a prime position for touring the 2,500km (1,500miles) of spectacular driving route between Donegal and Co. Cork. There are local attractions in Connemara along the drive that include Killary Harbour, Inish Bofin, Sky Road and Roundstone village.
Great career opportunities are always arising at the elegant hotel. Ballynahinch are regularly searching for new talent who possess a passion for hospitality and world class service. If you fancy yourself a consummate chef, a proficient server or customer service expert then some of the Ballynahinch jobs will grab your attention.
The current Ballynahinch team share a vigour for the food, culture and vista that surrounds them. This enthusiasm is visible for the guests and enhances their experience at the hotel. Training is delivered by the senior staff in welcoming new members of the team. If this type of work culture appeals to you then come and meet the Ballynahinch team at Jobs Expo Galway on February 24th for further information.
Acclaimed as one of the most effective employability initiatives in Europe, FIT: Fast Track to IT, deliver computer training that equips unemployed people with essential IT skills and help them return to the workforce. They will be returning to the Jobs Expo on February 24th at the Galmont Hotel & Spa in Galway. Register today and find out more about what FIT have to offer.
FIT is an industry-led initiative, who work to transform the lives of marginalised jobseekers and disadvantaged communities by offering original ICT training courses. The enterprise collaborates with a number of professional bodies, including:
FIT offers support and assistance for anyone facing or going through unemployment. Additionally, they work with recent secondary school graduates from underprivileged communities. Accordingly, their programmes create superb opportunities and career paths for disadvantaged students.
Primarily, FIT achieve this by offering productive information technology training courses as a spring board to employment. They also progress and promote technology-based programmes for jobseekers who need to be reunited with contemporary technology.
New technologies are becoming increasingly relevant throughout most industries. Therefore, FIT’s initiatives enhance the skill-set and enhance jobseekers chances in competing for job opportunities.
FIT is also a registered charity and a non-profit organisation. Since their establishment in 1999, they have expanded greatly and now function throughout Ireland. Furthermore, they run programmes in Northern Ireland under the banner FIT-NI.
Over 16,000 job seekers have completed their skills development programmes and more than 12,500 progressed into employment.