District Supervisor of Parks

South Dublin County Council manages over 1,750 hectares of parkland and public open spaces and is committed to maintaining high-quality, safe, and sustainable environments for communities across the county. The Public Realm Section is responsible for the upkeep and enhancement of these spaces through activities including grass care, sports pitch maintenance, tree management, planting programmes, environmental cleansing, and biodiversity initiatives.

The District Supervisor of Parks for Public Realm is a key operational leadership role responsible for overseeing the maintenance and improvement of the Council's parks, open spaces, and public realm assets. The successful candidate will coordinate and manage direct labour crews and specialist contractors, ensuring that work is delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

The postholder will undertake duties within their assigned area and work under the direction of the relevant Senior Executive Parks Superintendent and Senior Engineer, while also reporting to the Director of Service or their nominee as required. Successful candidates may be assigned to different service areas at an equivalent level to support the delivery of Council services across the organisation.

This is a wholetime, permanent and pensionable position, offering job security and the opportunity to work as part of a dedicated team delivering essential public services. A panel will be established to fill permanent and temporary vacancies. Appointees may be required to work at locations throughout the South Dublin County Council administrative area.

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 flexi-time, 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.

There is a remote working policy in place and an application process. New Staff commence on full time office-based roster, staff must be office based for six months and on completion their Induction, which will be signed off by their Line Manager, they will have the option to apply for Blended Working. You can apply for 2 days a week.