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Benefits & Supports

We know that when our people feel supported, they perform at their best. At Cork City Council, we are committed to creating a positive, inclusive and supportive working environment where employees feel valued, encouraged and empowered to develop.

We provide a wide range of supports designed to promote wellbeing, professional growth and work-life balance, helping our people to thrive both personally and professionally throughout their careers.

  • Learning & Development: We invest in our people through a strong Learning & Development programme that builds agility, resilience, and innovation across the workforce, supports career progression at all levels, and promotes continuous learning through workshops, courses, and mentoring opportunities.
  • Cork City Council Mentoring Programme: A unique opportunity for early-career employees to connect with experienced colleagues, gain career insights, and build confidence in their roles.
  • Employee Induction Programme: All new employees take part in a structured Employee Induction Programme, designed to help you settle into your role and understand how Cork City Council works. The programme introduces you to the organisation, key policies, systems, and the supports available to you, helping you feel confident and supported from the start of your career with the Council.
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): Cork City Council offers a confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), providing employees with free access to professional support, including counselling, advice and wellbeing resources. The service supports employees in managing personal and work-related challenges and promotes positive wellbeing and work-life balance.
  • Performance Management & Development System (PMDS): Our Performance Management and Development System (PMDS) supports employees through clear goal setting, regular feedback and development planning, helping individuals grow their skills, perform at their best and progress their careers within the organisation.
  • Sustainability & Lifestyle Benefits: Benefits include the Cycle to Work Scheme and Travel Pass Scheme, helping staff save on transport costs while supporting a healthier, more sustainable lifestyle. We are also committed to leading sustainable urban development, climate action, and smart city initiatives to help create a greener, more connected future for Cork.
  • Work-Life Balance & Flexibility: We support work-life balance through a blended working model that combines office-based and remote working where appropriate. Current arrangements typically involve a minimum of three days in the office and up to two days working remotely per week, subject to role suitability and operational needs. This approach promotes collaboration, effective service delivery, and team connection while offering flexibility where possible.
  • Family Friendly Policies: At Cork City Council, we recognise the importance of balancing work and family life. We offer a range of family-friendly policies designed to support our employees through different life stages. These include parental leave, carers’ leave, flexible working arrangements, and special circumstance leave. Our aim is to create a supportive environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally.
  • Inclusive & Diverse: Cork City Council is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is central to our people-centred values, ensuring every voice is heard and every individual is valued. We’re proud to build a workplace that reflects the community we serve – diverse, respectful, and inclusive.
  • People-Centric Culture and Workplace Life: At Cork City Council, our strength lies in our people. We take a people-centric approach that values collaboration, inclusion, and wellbeing. Employees are encouraged to contribute ideas, develop their skills, and take pride in shaping services that make a real difference across our city. We also believe that a fulfilling work experience extends beyond the job itself. The Council has a lively social scene, with a variety of staff-led events, sports and wellbeing activities, and community initiatives that help foster connection and camaraderie across departments. Whether it’s taking part in charity fundraisers, joining a social club, or attending seasonal gatherings, there’s always something to get involved in. Staff also enjoy access to a subsidised canteen located within City Hall, offering a wide range of freshly prepared, affordable meals and snacks throughout the day. It’s a welcoming space where colleagues can relax, recharge, and catch up over lunch in a friendly and informal setting.
  • Be Part of Something Bigger: Working with Cork City Council means contributing to meaningful projects that impact thousands of lives from sustainable housing to community initiatives, local infrastructure to cultural events. Our work touches every aspect of city life from housing and transport to culture, climate action, and community wellbeing – ensuring Cork continues to thrive as a City of Welcomes.
  • Develop your Career with a CPD Accredited Employer: Cork City Council is an Engineers Ireland CPD Accredited Employer, demonstrating our commitment to supporting engineers’ professional development and career progression. Our engineering teams play a key role in delivering major infrastructure, housing, transport, and environmental projects that shape the future of Cork and its communities. We support staff through structured CPD opportunities, guidance towards chartership with Engineers Ireland, involvement in a wide range of impactful projects, and a collaborative environment that encourages continuous learning, innovation, and long-term career development. 

These benefits reflect our people-centred values ensuring that everyone who works with us feels supported, valued, and empowered to perform at their best.

When you join Cork City Council, you become part of a team driven by integrity, respect, and ambition, delivering real impact across Cork’s communities.

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