Job Purpose The Grounds Maintenance Manager coordinates the resources of the department to ensure that the grounds of client’s premises are attractive, orderly, and healthy. In conjunction with working closely with the Supervisor of department, the Manager must be capable of developing strong relationships with clients, suppliers and staff on the ground. The following is not an exhaustive list of duties: Responsibility/Activity/Essential Criteria Review and develop work schedules and rosters to maximise the efficiency of the department. Carry out scheduled and non-scheduled site visits to ensure high standards are maintained for all contracts, small and large. Delegating tasks and providing assistance and guidance to the Supervisor – Previous experience of managing a Supervisor is essential. Organise cover and reorganise schedules when employees are absent due to sickness or holidays. Using our online TMS to review holiday requests and ensure that the policies of the company are being adhered to. Assess new contracts and create quotes based off an assessment ensuring that all costs are covered in the quotation and that an acceptable profit margin is applied. Complete reviews of Health & Safety and ensure compliance throughout the department for all staff. Review staff hours on a weekly basis in preparation for the weekly pay run in conjunction with our online TMS system. Maintain a log of broken machinery and liaise with our suppliers in ensuring that all broken machinery is fixed and returned to the correct van in a timely manner. Ensure that the standards of the Company are maintained throughout all sites. Ensure a timely stock re-ordering process is in place. Strong reporting and communication skills are essential for this role as to keep senior management updated on the progress of the department. Take responsibility for making all grounds staff aware of and familiar with the correct use of all equipment, materials and chemicals etc. Any other duties commensurate with the post. A strong ability to learn quickly and hit the ground running. Previous experience in grounds maintenance/landscaping is essential as well as a strong knowledge of plants/flowers and horticulture processes and equipment. A keen eye for detail. Must hold a full driving licence. Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills and financial awareness.

Barry Murphy Garden Maintenance Ltd require an Experienced Gardener   Essential: Must have 2/3 years experience in garden maintenance. Full driving license Horticulture qualification Garden knowledge Friendly Hard-working Ability to lead a team and make improvements  The ability to effectively communicate with team members and clients Must be prepared to work additional hours to complete work (if required), which will be paid at an agreed overtime rate Must be prepared and able to work to agreed and set targets Duties of a Team Leader:  Following and implementing construction plans as per specifications/schedule of works Operating and maintaining various plant and machinery associated with the site works Ensuring finished work is completed by crew to a high standard and in a timely fashion Managing the safety of colleagues on site

Jenkinson Landscapes Ltd are looking for Landscape Maintenance Operatives to service contracts as part of a team with an immediate start About Jenkinson Landscapes Ltd: Jenkinson Landscapes Ltd are based in Dunboyne Co.Meath We carry out a full range of landscaping services and also carry out a full range of Maintenance services to the Commercial sector The ideal Candidates must have: Good common sense Good communication skills Previous experience in maintenance is essential Experience in the operation of Garden Tools and Machinery Requirements are: An up to date Safe Pass Manual Handling Cert An Advantage would be : Spraying Certification A Full clean drivers License Reply to Pat Jenkinson By E-Mail CV to jenkinsonlandscapes@gmail.com Contact Details: Phone 0872611121 You can check out our website: www.jenkinsonlandscapes.com

Sublime Landscaping are looking for an enthusiastic person to come work  & grow with our business. This is a great chance for the right candidate to gain endless knowledge & skill within our business. As part of the team you will be involved in: Paving Stone Work Carpentry Planting All aspects of construction  All aspects of Soft Landscaping Essential: The suitable candidate must be strong Must be familiar with outdoor work Must be able to work as part of a dynamic team Great opportunity to gain vast experience in the landscaping industry. Send CV's to info@sublime.ie

A Skilled Head Gardener is required for a large Private Estate in Galway An exciting career opportunity has arisen for a skilled Gardener to work in the gardens of a historic property in Galway. Situated less than 5 kilometres from Gort, the Private Estate consists of large formal gardens, ponds, forestry and 2 and half acres of walled garden including glass houses, potting sheds, Orchard and small kitchen garden with poly tunnels. Role : To manage and motivate the existing team and organise part-time team during peak periods To manage the day-to-day, year round maintenance of the gardens To manage the continuing development of the gardens working closely with the owners To supply the kitchen regular produce and production of cut flowers. This includes propagation, vegetable and flower production and greenhouse management To maintain records for garden, machinery and health and safety To practice sustainable gardening methods A commitment to wildlife-friendly and sustainable garden practices is essential Requirements : A recognised horticultural qualification and at least 5 years experience in a similar supervisory role Excellent plant knowledge and gardening skills In-depth plant and vegetable knowledge You must be physically fit, hard working and have a desire to achieve high standards at all time Good communication skills, attention to detail, a keen eye for design and flexible approach to non-gardening duties on occasion  

At Luxury Landscapes  we are always interested in speaking to experienced and qualified people to join our award-winning team. If you are not suitable for any of our current positions but wish to be considered for future roles there are 2 easy steps to take. Add your email address to the  CREATE ALERT  button and you will get an alert as soon as new jobs become live for our company. You can also click the  APPLY NOW  button on this page to submit a cover letter and your CV so that we can consider you for future roles. We look forward to hearing from you. Regards, Seamus Beirne

Luxury Landscapes are hiring General Operatives. Essential: Minimum 5 years experience required in grounds maintenance or operations essential Experience in hard & soft landscaping Experience of staff and site supervision Horticulture knowledge Good understanding of landscape plans Must have full clean BE licence

At  SAP Landscapes we are always interested in speaking to experienced and qualified people to join our award-winning team. If you are not suitable for any of our current positions but wish to be considered for future roles there are 2 easy steps to take. Add your email address to the  CREATE ALERT  button and you will get an alert as soon as new jobs become live for our company. You can also click the  APPLY NOW  button on this page to submit a cover letter and your CV so that we can consider you for future roles. We look forward to hearing from you. Regards, SAP Landscapes

Fitzpatrick Contracting is a small landscaping and grounds maintenance business based in Athlone, Co. Westmeath. We require experienced grounds maintenance operatives for our growing maintenance contracts.  Requirements The candidate must have a good eye for detail The ideal candidate must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in garden maintenance A qualification in horticulture is preferable or have good plant knowledge Must have a full clean driving licence Experience using different types of garden machinery Hard-working Friendly and good communication skills Ability to work alone and as part of a team Ability to manage the daily workload Safe pass cert PA 1 cert is beneficial   Duties & responsibilities Routine maintenance of private & commercial grounds Communicating with customers on-site Grass cutting Strimming Edging Hedge trimming Weed control

Fitzgerald Nurseries are hiring General Nursery Operatives. The successful candidate will be working as part of an existing growing team, with responsibility for all areas of plant growth from planning the production for the year, sourcing plants and ensuring top quality plants are produced to strict deadlines to meet customer demands. Essential: Relevant Horticulture Qualification Proven Horticulture track record in a glasshouse environment Excellent communication skills Must have a clean driving licence Must be willing to work evenings and Saturdays as required Good mechanical knowledge of nursery machinery and equipment Excellent plant and product knowledge Good attention to detail in all tasks Excellent level of written and verbal communication in English

Temporary staff with b+e licence Landscapes & Maintenance Department Job Description SAP Landscapes are currently looking for temporary staff who strictly hold a B+E Licence to join our Landscapes and Maintenance crews to help assist the businesses need for additional operatives as a result of Covid – 19.   Location:       Kildare & Dublin. All Operatives are required to start work from SAP sites. Operatives will then be directed to the relevant client site which includes nationwide sites. Reporting to: Site Foreperson Position:          General Operative & Acting Foreperson roles available This job description outlines some of the duties and responsibilities that are associated with your role but it is by no means an exhaustive list and may be amended as the management of the company directs. Duties Include: Pedestrian Mowing Footpath Construction Laying of Soil & Lawns Spraying & Weed Control Top Soiling Grass Cutting & Strimming Litter Collection Pruning Cleaning and Tidying Paving Light Civil Works Mechanical Edging Tree Planting Shrub Planting Lawn Preparation / Seeding Responsibilities: Adhering to the companies’ policies and procedures in relation to all aspects of Health & Safety. Obeying clients site rules & regulations in general and in particular in relation to Health & Safety. Follow instruction provided by management and your site Foreperson. Work as part of a team to ensure the quality of work is delivered to an excellent standard and that the work completed is carried out in an efficient and timely manner. Ensure work is of a high standard that is expected in SAP Landscapes. Package: Hourly rate is DOE Flexible Hours – General Hours are 6.30 – 16.15 weekdays. Overtime Available Uniform Allowance Pension Facility Training provided in the capacity of Manual Handling, Machinery Training and Health & Safety etc.   Requirements: B+E Licence is mandatory Valid Safe Pass is essential Provisional / Full Driving Licence Previous experience / knowledge in similar industry desirable Training & Development: At SAP Landscapes, we believe that our most important asset is our people. That is why we like to promote from within and develop employees to progress further in their career. As a General Operative you have the potential to become a 2nd in crew and subsequently a foreperson, through consistent training & development.

At Professional Garden Services  we are always interested in speaking to experienced and qualified people to join our award-winning team. If you are not suitable for any of our current positions but wish to be considered for future roles there are 2 easy steps to take. Add your email address to the  CREATE ALERT  button and you will get an alert as soon as new jobs become live for our company. You can also click the  APPLY NOW  button on this page to submit a cover letter and your CV so that we can consider you for future roles. We look forward to hearing from you. Regards, Denis Dwan