Claire Craig

A roundup of ten employment and training opportunities available across Northern Ireland includes roles in quantity surveying, medical-device manufacturing, psychology, youth work, mental-health support, maintenance, education, qualifications development and disability support. A six-week welding academy in Cookstown also offers funded training, recognised qualifications and guaranteed interviews with engineering and manufacturing employers. Salaries range from £15.34 per hour to £65,000 annually, with many positions offering pensions, healthcare, flexible working and professional development.

Brenda O’Neill, founder of Belfast’s 2Taps Wine Bar, died on July 7 at age 61. Her children paid tribute to her passion for Spanish culture, which inspired the restaurant she opened in 2005 with her partner Syd. The family highlighted her work ethic, compassion and influence on the business, which has grown into a long-standing fixture in the Cathedral Quarter and now employs about 40 people. Marking over 20 years in operation, her children pledged to continue the values and hospitality ethos she established.

A selection of ten job opportunities across Northern Ireland highlights roles in sectors including automotive sales, financial services policy, childcare training, data analysis, renewable energy maintenance, higher‑education careers support, aircraft manufacturing, environmental health, HR administration, and church youth ministry. The listings outline required skills, responsibilities, development prospects and locations, with links to apply via nijobfinder.co.uk.