Grounds Maintenance Technician

Education Authority (Northern Ireland); Carrickfergus; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Education Authority (Northern Ireland) is seeking a Grounds Maintenance professional to join the team. You will work under supervision to maintain playing fields, shrub beds and grassed areas, including tree work and basic landscaping tasks.

The role requires awareness of health and safety, a driving licence, and proven grounds maintenance experience. You will participate in teamwork, planning, and own-initiative activities within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Hold an NVQ Level 1 in Horticulture, IOG National Certificate or equivalent relevant to amenity horticulture and have one year's relevant experience in grounds maintenance OR two years' relevant experience in grounds maintenance.
• Demonstrable awareness/knowledge of Health and Safety requirements relevant to amenity horticulture and safe use of machinery/equipment.
• Hold a full, current valid driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Setting out, marking and maintenance of all playing fields, sports and amenity areas.
• Preparation, planting and maintenance of tree and shrub areas, including pruning and minor tree surgery.
• Preparation, seeding, turfing and maintenance of grass areas, upgrading playing facilities.
• Constructional labouring duties associated with the post.
• Carry out minor works including interpretation of plans, hard and soft landscaping, site preparation and construction.
• Direction of trainees and/or other employees assigned to them.
• Use and routine maintenance of powered plant, tractor mounted equipment and machinery.
• Opening, closing and locking gates where appropriate.
• Driving and routine maintenance of vehicles for transporting goods, equipment and personnel.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Planning

Education

NVQ Level 1 in Horticulture or equivalent

One year or two years grounds maintenance experience

Tools

Grounds maintenance machinery

Job description

Education Authority (Northern Ireland) is seeking a Grounds Maintenance professional to join the team. You will work under supervision to maintain playing fields, shrub beds and grassed areas, including tree work and basic landscaping tasks.

The role requires awareness of health and safety, a driving licence, and proven grounds maintenance experience. You will participate in teamwork, planning, and own-initiative activities within a supportive team environment.