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SERVICES AND ESB ELECTRIC IRELAND
Aug/Sept 2011 www.esb.ie/em
Last log-off for ITS CS unit
THE COMPUTER SERVICES Unit closed its doors recently after more than 25 years in operation. This unit provided a service to ESB Electric Ireland, ESB Networks and Payroll, BSC.
All ESB bills and all communication to our Customers via letter, together with all Staff and Pensioner Payroll slips were printed in the CSU by a loyal and committed team who provided this service over the years.
In 2009 the work was granted to DAFIL after a procurement process which saw the company win the business to print all bills, letters and payslips.
While a number of the team retired, two members remained to oversee the service move smoothly to DAFIL - initially ESB bills, followed by payroll print and finally ESB Networks letters in April of this year.
Ably led by Charlie Brock and Liam Groome, the team of Joe Walker, Peter Whelan, Frank Bellew, Willie O’Neill and John Carroll ensured that all items for print were printed and despatched on time every time for ESB Electric Ireland, ESB Networks and payroll to the highest standards.
This is the end of another era in ESB history and we will look back fondly at memories of the team’s time in CSU. We in ITS wish the former team members all the best in the future, be they within ESB or in leisurely pursuits for those that have retired.
2011 ESB Third-Level Education Awards for children of staff
ESB IS OFFERING five third level education awards to those children of staff who are starting full-time degree or diploma studies in the 2011/12 college year. Selection is by an open draw, which takes place on October 28th. The draw is open to dependent children of regular full-time, part-time staff currently employed in ESB and ESBI (including those on secondment), to children of staff receiving ongoing VSS payments and to children of retired and deceased staff. Each award, valued at €2,000 (subject to PAYE/PRSI) per year for a maximum of four years, is subject to satisfactory college performance and passing of the course examinations. There is a limit of one entry per student and a family may be in receipt of one ESB education award only at any time.
Eligible courses
The awards apply to full-time students commencing under-graduate degree and diploma-level courses, at an approved university or higher education institute within the EU. They do not cover part-time or post-graduate studies.
For the purposes of recognition, degrees and diplomas should be accredited by a recognised university, the HETAC (formerly NCEA) or equivalent accrediting institution.
How to apply
It is preferable for application to be made on line using the attached link http://sharepoint/sites/Group/GS/escs/Lists/2011Apps/new-form2.aspx on the Intranet site/ESBnet News/Staff Notice board, alternatively Application Forms (can be downloaded from the ESB Intranet) or obtained along with further information directly from Carmel Hosey at 057-9319915 or internal extension 71415 or mobile 087-7424751. Completed forms should be sent before Friday 14th. October, to Carmel Hosey, Human Resources, ESB Kilcruttin Business Park, Tullamore, Co Offaly.
The Draw will take place on Friday 28h October 2011 in ESB Head Office, 27 Lr. Fitzwilliam Street, Dublin 2.
Fifth year of Credit Union’s Alan Gallagher study award
The Alan Gallagher Third-Level Educational Award is now in its fifth year and its purpose is to improve the social and economic well-being of members and recognise the value of their contribution to the community in this case ESB.
THE ALAN GALLAGHER Award is not about charity or welfare, but about enhancing members’ lives by providing them with opportunities. One education award a year will be offered to students commencing their third-level studies in the next academic year. Selection will be on the basis of an open draw. The value of each education award is €3,000 (subject to PAYE/PRSI) a year, for a maximum period of four years. This is subject to satisfactory performance, including passing the prescribed exams.
Eligibility
- This award is available for the dependent children of St Patrick’s Credit Union (ESB Staff) Ltd members.
- The scheme is for students commencing full-time, third-level education (to degree or diploma level) at any approved University or third-level educational institution within the EU.
- A family may be in receipt of only one education award at any one time.
- An individual student may be entered for the draw on one occasion only.
- Unforeseen circumstances concerning eligibility will be reviewed if they arise during the tenure of an award.
Range of courses
For the purpose of recognition, degrees and diplomas should be accredited by a recognised University, the HETAC (formerly NCEA) or equivalent accrediting institution.
The Education Awards do not apply to post-graduate or part-time studies.
Your application for the ESB Third Level Education Award will automatically include you in the Credit Union draw.
How to apply
It is preferable for application to be made on line using the link: sharepoint/sites/Group/GS/escs/Lists/2011Apps/newform2.aspx on the Intranet site/ESBnet News/Staff Notice board, alternatively Application Forms (can be downloaded from ESBNet News/Staff Notice Boards’ or obtained along with further information directly from Carmel Hosey at 057-9319915 or internal extension 71415 or mobile 087-7424751.
Completed forms should be sent before Friday October 14th, to Carmel Hosey, Human Resources, ESB Kilcruttin Business Park, Tullamore, Co Offaly.
The 2011 Draw will take place on Friday October 28th in ESB Head Office, 27 Lr. Fitzwilliam Street, Dublin 2, and the winner’s name will be announced on the Credit Union website by mid-November.
ESB BURSARIES HELP DISABLED CHILDREN GO FURTHER
THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE, Padraig McManus, introduced an ESB Educational Bursary Scheme for Children with Disabilities in 2007 and this very progressive initiative is due to run again this year.
The scheme consists of two bursaries to the value of €2,000 (subject to PAYE/PRSI) per recipient per year, up to a maximum of four years. This Educational Bursary is part of ESB’s commitment to Equality & Diversity and Corporate Responsibility.
The purpose of this initiative is to help children who have a qualifying disability and do not meet the eligibility requirements of the separate ESB Education Awards Scheme due to CAO/HETAC points or grade requirements.
To qualify, children must be aged 16 and above and have an enduring physical, sensory, mental health or intellectual disability. The final decision regarding eligibility will rest with the ESB Occupational Health Specialist.
The Educational Bursary Scheme will apply to such qualifying children who are not in employment, are primarily dependent on their parents/guardians for support, and who are attending an educational institute or pursuing some form of further education.
The ESB Education Bursary Scheme is open to eligible dependent children of regular full-time staff, regular part-time staff currently employed in ESB/ESBI (including those on secondment), to children of staff in receipt of ongoing VSS payments and to children of retired and deceased staff.
Children who are eligible to apply for the separate ESB Education Awards Scheme and who meet the entry conditions specified by CAO/HETAC (or equivalent accrediting institution) are not eligible to apply for the ESB Education Bursary.
There is a limit of one entry per student, and a family may be in receipt of only one ESB Education Bursary or Education Award at any time.
Application Forms can be downloaded from the ESB Intranet or obtained along with further information directly from Carmel Hosey at 057-9319915 or internal extension 71415 or mobile 087-7424751.
Completed forms should be sent before Friday october 14th, 2011 to Carmel Hosey, Human Resources, ESB Kilcruttin Business Park, Tullamore, Co Offaly.
The Draw for the 2011 Educational Bursary Scheme will take place on Friday October 28th in ESB Head Office, 27 Lr. Fitzwilliam Street, Dublin 2.
