Balcas were delighted to have the opportunity to show the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs, Michelle McIlveen MLA around our plant at Enniskillen today. Sawmilling is a traditional industry that has been around for many centuries. Balcas, with backing and encouragement of the forest service, has built and grown the Enniskillen sawmill into […]
New Year, New Job? (Closed)
/in Uncategorized /by Roisin McManusIf you fancy making a change for 2017, we currently have 3 opportunities to help you do so. Read on for more…. GATE SECURITY OFFICER – (PART TIME) As a Gate Security Officer, you will be responsible for the access control of all traffic. ELECTRICAN/PLC TECHNICIAN The successful applicant must be a qualified time served Electrician, have 17th Edition Qualification […]
Sale of Balcas Kildare Ltd
/in Uncategorized /by Roisin McManusBalcas Ltd has announced the sale of its mouldings business Balcas Kildare Ltd to the W. Howard Group Ltd. Ireland-based Balcas Kildare has been successfully manufacturing decorative mouldings since 1988 and has been an innovator in the sector with its primed moulding brand “Fable” and more recently with the launch of “Kota” – a fully […]
Minister of Agriculture tours Balcas HQ
/in Uncategorized /by Roisin McManusBalcas were delighted to have the opportunity to show the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs, Michelle McIlveen MLA around our plant at Enniskillen today. Sawmilling is a traditional industry that has been around for many centuries. Balcas, with backing and encouragement of the forest service, has built and grown the Enniskillen sawmill into […]
Job Opportunities: Want to be part of a Sustainable Solution? (Closed 14/10)
/in Uncategorized /by Roisin McManusWe presently have the following vacancies available: General Operative Panel Sawmilling/ Energy Plant We continue to recruit to establish a panel of General Operatives for our Sawmilling/ Energy Plant businesses in Enniskillen. As part of the Sawmilling Team, the successful candidate(s) will assist in the production of timber products and ensure that they are manufactured […]
CEO Cycles For Cystic Fibrosis Ireland
/in Uncategorized /by Roisin McManusFollowing a Balcas tradition of charity challenges, Brian has made it back to the office from his epic cycle from Paris to Nice. In aid of Cystic Fibrosis, Brian and cycle partner Art completed some 760kms and have smashed their fundraising target in the process! The total raised is now approaching £8000 and Brian & […]
Bright Spark Required (Closed 9/9)
/in Uncategorized /by Roisin McManusWe presently have the following vacancy available in our Sawmill Team: PLC / ELECTRICAL CONTROLS ENGINEER The successful applicant must be a qualified time served Electrician, have 17th Edition Qualification and a minimum of 3 years relevant experience in an industrial environment with Allen Bradley PLC hardware, software and communication systems. Further information and application […]
Balcas Hike For Hospice Update
/in Uncategorized /by Roisin McManusOn Saturday past, a team of Balcas staff and supporters finally managed it to the summit of Cuilcagh Mountain in Fermanagh at a height of 666 metres above sea level. It was a really enjoyable hike despite encountering at least 3 seasons in a day and we were delighted that we managed to […]
15kms – 15 million trees – 15 years – £1500 Balcas Community Initiative
/in Uncategorized /by Roisin McManusOn Saturday August 13th, a team of Balcas staff will hike 15km up County Fermanagh’s Cuilcagh Mountain to mark the 15th birthday of Northern Ireland Children’s Hospice (NICH). The summit affords amazing 360 degree views of the forests of Fermanagh and neighbouring counties which are harvested and maintained because of Balcas activities. These mature […]
We have brand new vacancies for 3 positions at Balcas HQ! (Closed 25/7)
/in Uncategorized /by Roisin McManusRECRUITMENT OPPORTUNITIES IN ENNISKILLEN Sales Support Administrator As part of the Timber Sales Team, the Sales Support Administrator will work closely with all internal departments, customers and sales team members to ensure that we maximize our sales potential and achieve all business targets. The successful candidate should preferably hold a 3rd level qualification, ideally in […]
Recruiting for Renewable Energy Plant in Invergordon
/in Uncategorized /by Roisin McManusGeneral Operative Panel We wish to establish a panel of General Operatives to assist in the operation of our Renewable Energy Plant in Invergordon, which includes the log yard operations, wood boiler operation and the production of wood pellets. Further information and application forms are available online here. Alternatively, you may contact the Compliance Department […]