Craft Gardener

Duties will include but are not limited to:

1. Maintaining high levels of presentation in the parks, gardens, and open spaces under the Council’s control.
2. Assist with Park and Public Realm Management Plans.
3. Carry out day to day operational inspections of park and public realm facilities in accordance with SDCC plans, policies, and procedures.
4. Have a good understanding of playing surfaces, be able to identify issues and provide recommendations to supervisors.
5. Liaise with and provide advice to Tidy Towns, Residents and Community groups on horticulture practices.
6. Planting of new trees and the maintenance of both existing and newly planted trees in any location across the county.
7. Implementing landscape schemes and other projects, as required.
8. Preparing reports as may be required.
9. Requisitioning material/equipment, as required.
10. Being responsible for the safe and efficient usage of all tools, machinery and equipment under their control and ensuring that all such items are not misused, damaged or lost during working hours.
11. Competent in the use of ICT Systems
12. Use all new technology and machinery as required
13. Ensuring that all works being carried out comply with the relevant Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Acts and Regulations, including the completion of Risk Assessment and Accident / Incident forms.
14. Undertaking any training course organised by the council which they are required to attend.
15. Implementing actions on climate change relating to nature-based solutions.
16. Implementation and management of pollinator-supporting schemes.
17. Planning and maintenance of diverse grassland management.
18. Carrying out such other duties as required from time to time.
19. Innovation and improvement: seeking ways to improve and enhance the delivery and finish of works and projects by the Council

Employees are provided with opportunities to learn, develop and grow through staff mobility and career development, a comprehensive training and development programme and the provision of financial assistance to staff undertaking further education.

The Council recognises the importance of work life balance and supports family friendly initiatives such as work-sharing, paid maternity leave (and the newly introduced paternity leave) as well as generous annual leave allowances. There are Crèche facilities on site, a subsidised canteen and free staff parking.

The well-being of employees is a priority for the Council so we provide free annual health checks, flu inoculation, eyesight testing, a confidential Staff Welfare Service, and a range of ongoing health and well-being initiatives throughout the year. Employees can join the Staff Social Club, Credit Union, Golf Society, Hill-Walking Club, LGBTQ+ Staff Network and take part in the numerous social events organised. Staff may also avail of tax saver schemes such as cycle to work and a bus or Luas travel pass.