Emergency Communications Centre Manager (Grade VII) - Closing Date 28th May 2026

Limerick City and County Council is inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for the position of Emergency Communications Centre Manager (Grade VII). A panel may be created, and appointments may be made on a fixed term or permanent basis. The successful candidate will be assigned to MRCC (The Munster Regional Communications Centre) in Limerick City.

The Munster Regional Communications Centre (MRCC) on behalf of the Local Authorities. MRCC provides the 112/999 emergency call answering and mobilising service for these Fire Authorities. The MRCC is committed to delivering the best possible Fire Service mobilising system and high level of customer service to the citizens of the Region.

Why Join Us?

This is a senior leadership role at the heart of public safety. As Emergency Communications Centre Manager, you will lead a high‑performing, mission‑critical service that answers emergency calls and mobilises fire services across the region. If you thrive in dynamic environments, lead with clarity, and are motivated by service to the community, this is a role where your work truly matters.  Your leadership will directly support emergency response, public safety, and frontline services across the region. 

What We Offer

  • A dynamic and inclusive work environment.
  • Opportunities for training, development, and career progression.
  • A culture that values employee engagement and wellbeing.
  • Generous annual leave entitlement and public service leave arrangements. 
  • Purpose-driven work with a clear positive impact on public safety, communities and frontline services.

Employee Benefits

  • Salary: €60,611–€78,795 per annum
  • Leave: 30 days annually
  • Hours: 35 per week
  • Superannuation scheme in place
  • Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave

  • A range of Family Friendly Policies

  • A range of Learning and Developmental Opportunities

 

Salary
€60,611–€78,795 per annum.
Annual Leave
30 days per annum.
Hours of Work
The working hours at present provide for a five day, thirty five hours working week, hours may vary from time to time.
Application Process

Completed application forms must be e-mailed to recruitment@limerick.ie no later than Thursday, 28th May 2026.

An official application form must be completed in full by the closing date for the competition.  Please note that amendments to the application form will not be accepted after the closing date.  CV’s will not be accepted in lieu of an application form.

Please send your application from an e-mail address that you will review regularly as communication during the assessment/selection period will only be through that e-mail address.  Please also ensure that you regularly review your spam/junk email folder as occasionally your email service provider may direct emails to that folder.