Grounds Maintenance Technician

Education Authority; Banbridge; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The Education Authority invites applications for a Grounds Maintenance Groundsperson in the Banbridge area. You will work as part of the Grounds Maintenance Service under the Team Supervisor, performing grounds duties and operating related equipment.

The role involves maintaining playing fields, trees and shrub beds, grass turfing and upgrading facilities. A valid driving licence is essential; roles may be allocated across Banbridge, Seagoe and Newry areas.

Qualifications

• Holds NVQ Level 1 in Horticulture or IOG National Certificate or equivalent with at least one year in grounds maintenance.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Health and Safety relevant to amenity horticulture.
• Holds full, current valid driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Setting out, marking and maintenance of playing fields, sports and amenity areas.
• Preparation, planting and maintenance of tree and shrub areas; pruning and minor tree surgery.
• Maintenance of grass areas and upgrading of playing facilities.
• Constructional labouring duties related to the post.
• Carry out minor works including plans interpretation, hard/soft landscaping and site prep.
• Supervise trainees or others, directing work.
• Operate and maintain powered plant and tractor-mounted equipment.
• Open/close gates and drive vehicles for transport of goods and personnel.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Teamwork

Planning and organisation

Initiative

Education

NVQ Level 1 in Horticulture

IOG National Certificate / equivalent

Tools

Driving Licence

Job description

The Education Authority invites applications for a Grounds Maintenance Groundsperson in the Banbridge area. You will work as part of the Grounds Maintenance Service under the Team Supervisor, performing grounds duties and operating related equipment.

The role involves maintaining playing fields, trees and shrub beds, grass turfing and upgrading facilities. A valid driving licence is essential; roles may be allocated across Banbridge, Seagoe and Newry areas.