Caretaker/Groundsperson Skerries Town FC - CE Scheme - Skerries Training Employment Project

Skerries Training Employment Project; Causeway Coast and Glens District; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local community project is seeking a Caretaker/Groundsperson to assist with the maintenance at Skerries Town FC. Responsibilities include maintaining gardens, operating machinery, and ensuring community areas are safe and litter-free. Physical fitness is required, and no previous experience is necessary as training is provided. Interested candidates should contact their local DSP Employment Intreo Office or email for more details.

Qualifications

• No experience necessary; accredited training will be provided.
• Ability to operate and maintain on-site equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain gardens, lawns, and sporting venues.
• Inspect community spaces daily for litter.
• Respond to requests from property managers as needed.

Skills

Physical fitness

Knowledge of maintenance techniques

Ability to manage small and heavy machinery

Professionalism and friendliness

Job description

Caretaker/Groundsperson Skerries Town FC

Skerries Training Employment Project

Ref: #CES-2422420

SKERRIES TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB, Thomas Hand Street, Skerries, Co. Dublin, K34 NW88

Eligibility to participate on CE is generally linked to those who are 21 years or over and in receipt of a qualifying social welfare payment for 1 year or more or 18 years and over for certain disadvantaged groups. Your eligibility will have to be verified by the Department.

To register your interest you can contact an Employment Personal Advisor (EPA) in your local Intreo Centre.

Job Description

Duties

This is a developmental opportunity, no experience necessary. Accredited training will be provided to support your career.

Skerries Town FC is searching for a Caretaker/Groundsperson to assist in the installation and maintenance of the natural environment around the Community Centre. To succeed in this role, you should be physically fit and be able to manage small and heavy machinery, be friendly, professional and possess in‑depth knowledge of effective maintenance techniques. You will be responsible for all general maintenance tasks related to the ground itself. Some of the most common duties of a Caretaker/Groundsperson include:

• Maintaining gardens, lawns and sporting venues
• Caring for and cultivating foliage – planting, fertilising, weeding, watering, trimming and pruning, soil conditioning, and applying pesticides
• Ensuring pathways, stairs, indoor seating and other structures are safe
• Preparing outdoor areas for various weather conditions – weatherproofing and tying down unsecured items
• Operating and maintaining on‑site equipment
• Inspecting all community spaces daily to identify problems with litter
• Responding to requests from property managers and maintenance services as needed
• Ensuring the parking lot and sidewalks are free from litter and debris
• Maintaining sprinkler system and trash receptacles on the premises

If you want to apply for the job, please contact your local DSP Employment Intreo Office to check your eligibility to apply for this vacancy or email [e-mail] or call Eugene on 089 439 6262