I am informed that the work permits section has recently made a decision to refuse the above application for a work permit based on the following criteria.
It is not satisfied that all reasonable steps have been taken to recruit a suitably qualified Irish or EEA national for the job. Work permits are now only being considered for highly skilled highly paid positions.
Furthermore, work permits can only be considered where it is established that a full-time job is on offer and where at least the national weekly minimum wage of €273 is being paid irrespective of the number of hours worked less than a normal 39 hour week.
The employer in question has been notified of this decision in writing and has been informed of their right of appeal.