Supervisor Grounds Maintenance

Apex Housing Association; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to enhancing community spaces through horticulture and grounds maintenance. This temporary position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects while enjoying a supportive work environment. With competitive pay and a range of family-friendly policies, Apex Housing Association is committed to your professional development and well-being. You'll benefit from generous annual leave, a contributory pension scheme, and additional perks such as enhanced sick pay and flexible working opportunities. If you're passionate about horticulture and want to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Family friendly policies

20-23 days annual leave

Contributory pension scheme

Enhanced sick pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Bike to Work Scheme

Free on-site car parking

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in horticultural/grounds maintenance roles.
• Full clean driving license is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance grounds and horticultural areas.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Horticultural knowledge

Grounds maintenance expertise

Driving skills

Education

BTEC/NVQ Level 2 Horticultural qualification

Job description

POST: 1x37hrs Temporary Post (Approx. 6 months)

LOCATION: Head Office, Derry-Londonderry

Essential Criteria

1. BTEC/NVQ Level 2 Horticultural qualification
2. AND 2 years post qualification experience employment in a Horticultural/Grounds Maintenance role
3. OR 5 Years paid employment in a Horticultural/Grounds Maintenance role
4. Full Clean Driving Licence

This is a regulated post and will be subject to a satisfactory Access NI check.

All successful applicants will also be required to provide documentary evidence of their right to work in the UK. Please note Apex do not hold a license to sponsor Working Visas.

Apex is an equal opportunities employer. At this time we particularly welcome applications from members of the Protestant community, due to underrepresentation in parts of our workforce.

WHY WORK FOR APEX?

We offer:

1. Competitive pay
2. Family friendly policies and flexible working opportunities
3. Opportunities to learn, develop and progress in your position
4. 20-23 days annual leave plus 12 public holidays, increasing with length of service
5. Contributory pension scheme
6. Enhanced sick pay, maternity pay, and paternity pay
7. Workplace savings scheme and monthly cash draw for staff (optional)
8. Charity partnership with Children in Crossfire
9. Excellent opportunities for development including support for further education courses
10. Employee Assistance Programme provided by Inspire Workplaces including 24hr adviceline
11. Bike to Work Scheme
12. Staff wellbeing initiatives e.g. health screening programmes (Action Cancer)

Staff in care and support roles also enjoy the following additional benefits:

1. Comprehensive paid induction programme
2. Enhanced pay over Christmas & New Year
3. Enhanced rate for overtime worked
4. Free on-site car parking

This post is subject to a satisfactory Access NI check.

CLOSING DATE: Wednesday 12th February 2025

APPLICATION PROCESS: If you are interested in applying for this position please click on the Apply button or visit our own website.