Someone else gave you some pharma I believe, so in terms of finance you have PWC and EY, both members of the "big 4" globally to name a couple
Well, this is someone who could not be arsed to put the effort into finding a job if I ever saw it. Companies of all kinds in Waterford are desperate for people at the moment. If you are not going to put the effort in, why would they waste their time on you.
Really? How so. Depending on your career choice. If it's tech and pharma then you have some great opportunities.
If it's medical then UHW and Whitfield are fairly substantial.
Also with remote and hybrid roles on offer around Ireland and the world, I would think there are far more opportunities to starting a career then they were in the past.
Who is there?
I hadn't realised there were any.
Good to see though.
Yes
yea cost of living is just beyond now in dublin, but nearly everywhere else, including waterford, is quickly catching up, property markets are a mess, and wont be solved anytime soon either...
Waterford is what you make it! The city has good infrastructure with the City Bypass and the outer ring road which allows quick enough access to most areas. Local bus services while not perfect seem to be somewhat decent. Location close to the coastline and mountains gives you a lot of options for activities. Investment has finally started to come in especially with the North Quays now underway which will be a massive injection for the city. The city is underperforming in terms of retail offering but my feeling is this will be fixed sooner rather than later.
Waterford is great in the Summer for free festivals, events and outdoor gigs pretty much every weekend, right up to the end of September in fact.
If you think Waterford is boring/sterile you're not doing it right.
Fairly large Pharma presence here. Sanofi, Teva, Horizon, Repligen, Bausch and Lomb, West Pharma, Eirgen etc with a smattering of most other things. Waterford is not Dublin. As I said, it depends on what you want.
Are any of the big companies there though? Finance, Pharma, Tech etc.
Recent jobs fair would suggest otherwise. Local unemployment is around national level I believe. I suppose it depends what you want?
How do you mean Dublin is impossible to live in? Just out of interest.
I assume you mean cost of housing etc, but not sure.
Waterford is a nice place though. Quiet and relaxed, if a little sterile.
Not sure about nightlife/entertainment options there now?
thats national unemployment. I dont think Waterford has that many great career opps for someone starting their career?
Unemployment at almost all time low, if that's what you mean? I wonder what opportunities you need?
Sweet **** all opportunities if you're a young person.
ah tis all very subjective, but id say its definitely better than some places, its just impossible to live in bigger cities such as dublin now, but in saying that, house prices here are just off the walls, and theres no sign of them claiming either!
we re very lucky with our close proximity to the coast and the mountains though, its a much smaller city compared to places such as cork and dublin, so its relatively easy to get around, so we certainly have lots going for us here....
Best place to live in Ireland going by a recent award.
Itsa decent place to live. Some very nice areas, some not so nice areas, as with every place.Its an easy small city to live in with good access to amenity .
No one ever stopped the previous poster from voicng his/her opinion and if people are reactive to silly posts it should be understandable as most locals are proud of where we live.
I wud say ask people who arent born and bred in Waterford as you will get defensive answers from locals who will say Waterford is the best place in the country Boi. youre not allowed subjective criticism.
As far as where to live i think your neighbours will determine whether or not youve moved into the right area, you cud move into a brand new estate but if your neighbours are dxcks it can ruin it, good luck
Hi all, I know this is an old thread but hopefully will still be useful as some good comments already.
I am from Dublin, MANY years ago and now deciding to move back home. Dublin is not the place I remember now and its way too expensive, have some family there and in Kildare. Selling up in beautiful Norwich UK for £300k, sadly just myself and the dog now. I have looked at a million homes for sale around Waterford City, mostly on estates. I want to be able to not use the car to get into town, will carry on my business remotely online, very interested in the history and cultural side of Waterford.
Now the sensitive bit - I grew up in Ballyfermot in Dublin which was rough then but much worse now. No disrespect to good families living in estates, home is where your heart is. But I assume Waterford City will have good and bad areas and so I need to have that information before I narrow down my search for a good place to retire to. I expect to move around July time, will make a few business trips over to Cobh and Dublin before then and check out some places, perhaps make some offers. But I need the wisdom of those who are already there and who know where to avoid etc.
Tons of other things to consider, but living in the right location is probably the most important for me.
Good luck to all, Liam
Digital Society wrote: » Bit weird that you registered another account to give Waterford a well thought out positive review.
MillyD123 wrote: » Hi, I'm speaking as a mum with young kids. I Love living in Waterford. Its a safe, friendly place to bring up a family. There is a great selection of really good schools, from pre school, to primary to secondary. The WIT also offers some fantastic courses and the fees for part time are a lot less than many other third levels institutes. My kids are doing really well at school, their teachers are to be commended. We have an amazing choice of extra curriculum activities to partake in. At the moment, my kids attend dance classes, camogie, beavers, swimming lessons. And there are plans to take up taekwondo, some surf lessons and horse riding this summer and goodness know what else will come along. Point is we are always busy, there is always something to do ! We love day trips to the people's park, tramore, Dunmore, fenor, the comeragh mountains or we can head in the opposite direction to Inistiogue, Kennedy park etc. All of these are within 20/30 minutes from us and all are free ! On rainy days, we go swimming, or to one of the many librarys or museums or if we are splashing out, we'll head to run amuck or the pottery barn. Another important things in healthcare, if my kids are sick , I can pretty much get to see a doctor the very same day, we have had some great experiences with the local hospital, dentists etc. Aside from the kids, I personally love eating out and we are spoilt for choice with restaurants and cafe's in Waterford. There are some outstanding restaurants here, Bodega, La Athmosphere, EMilianos', Café Goa, you can eat international cuisine for quite reasonable if you go for the early bird menus, which most of the restaurants offer. I also love catching a show at the theatre royal or the forum. Have seen some fantastic musicals and more recently saw Des Bishop in the forum. Great night out and there is something for everyone's taste. As for the night life down town, well I'm usually happy enough with live music and there are a couple of places doing some really decent music now. Waterford has lots of things going for it,, the new Desiegreenway, will be a massive plus for those who love the great outdoors and we have plenty of that here. I feel life is what you make of it and having a positive attitude is a big plus no matter where in the world you live. You gotta make your own fun in life and moaning about the place you live is just foolish. Either pack up and move on or get a more positive attitude, open your eyes to all that is good around you and try to see the positives rather than the negatives.
Ballyv24 wrote: » Yeah I agree that it is a generalisation, but I find it interesting that I have heard it from a few people.
Dicky Pride wrote: » But you're aware that this is a generalisation that you can put on anyone from anywhere? You look at anyone that starts a thread on boards about being new to the city etc...people are always very quick to offer themselves up as company and friends etc
Ballyv24 wrote: » I heard this from a few people
deisemum wrote: » I found Waterford people tended to keep to themselves as they already had their friends
Hello_MrFox wrote: » Waterford is not a city, its nothing more than a town. Its the most ugly 'city' in the country by far.
