Women paid slightly more than men at Waterford City and County Council
New gender pay gap report is an indication of female representation in senior management roles, says Chief Executive. Stock Image.
Women are paid slightly more than men at Waterford City and County Council.
That is according to the council’s annual pay gap report, which shows that on average, female employees are paid 0.7% more than males.
Council Chief Executive Sean McKeown said the report was a reflection of the demographics of the organisation and an indication of female representation in senior management roles.
“This year's Gender Pay Gap shows that on average, females are paid slightly more than their male counterparts.
“This reflects a positive change compared to 2024 and reflects the dedicated efforts made right across the organisation to bridge the gender pay gap.
“Waterford City & County Council is a place where all employees have the same opportunities for recognition and career development and are treated fairly and equitably at work,” said Mr McKeown.
The report showed an average of 0.70% and a median -9.19% gender pay gap.
This, the report says, indicates that women occupy higher-paid roles than men.
Employers with more than 50 employees in Ireland are required to publish their gender pay gap data before the end of 2025 and within five months of their reference date.
The figures reported by the council are snapshot data collected on June 30, 2025, when 1,059 staff were employed by the local authority.
Of that total, 66% were male while 34% were female.
Director of Services for Planning, Corporate, Culture, HR & IS, Ivan Grimes, said Waterford City and County Council is “a fantastic place to work,” and we encourage anyone looking for a job to check out the website.
“We are committed to fostering and maintaining an open and inclusive workplace community at Waterford City and County Council and to addressing any workplace barriers to equality.
"Our employees have equal opportunities for recognition and career development and are treated fairly and equitably.”
“The work of local authorities is integral to everyone’s life in Ireland. Our staff are key to the development of communities across Waterford city and county.
"As an employer, this Council strives to offer a positive and supportive environment for all our employees.
"This includes great learning and development and career progression opportunities, blended working, flexible and family-friendly arrangements,” said Mr Grimes.
