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THE EMPLOYER IS: NATIONAL MUSEUMS NIThe post holder will form part of a dedicated Estates & Buildings Maintenance Team, responsible for ensuring the efficient maintenance, upkeep and presentation of the grounds and buildings at the Museum.

• To provide a general maintenance service including sweeping roads, lifting and collecting litter, emptying bins, collecting debris ash, sweeping and lifting leaves and general rubbish.
• To undertake grass cutting including working with self-propelled mowers, rotary and cylinder, hedge trimmers, strimmers and tractor mounted leaf vac and rotary mower.
• To carry out additional maintenance including weeding and clearing areas of scrub and bush to allow further development or easier maintenance.
• To assist in the minor maintenance of roads and walkways including removal of leaves, clearing of snow and salting.
• To assist other departments with logistical tasks, including moving furniture around the Museum, delivering or collecting items, delivering logs, turf and coal, moving exhibits, assisting at events and other general labouring duties as required.
• To carry out activities including crop cultivation and animal management in support of the museum farm.
• To undertake the set-up and breakdown of spaces for events and other functions as required.
• To be committed to good health and safety and access practice and ensure familiarity with National Museums NI’s health and safety policies, procedures and guidelines.
• To be courteous and polite at all times when in contact with the visiting public.
• To carry out weekend and public holiday working as part of a rota and as required for events and other operational requirements.
• To undertake appropriate training and personal development programmes to enhance personal effectiveness.
• Ensure the delivery of National Museums NI’s Vision, Mission and Values.
• To carry out other duties as required by the Museum, consistent with the grade and responsibilities of the post.

• Enthusiasm and a passion for delivering exceptional customer service to a wide and diverse range of people.
• Experience of working within a team, and as an individual within a team, demonstrating a high level of self-motivation.
• Availability to work flexible hours within a rota system including weekends, evenings and bank holidays.
• Previous experience in grounds maintenance, general labouring or buildings maintenance.
• A general knowledge of Health and Safety procedures and issues.

The Employer is: NATIONAL MUSEUMS NIJobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information- Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week.- Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach.- Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment.The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

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Vacancy ID 1747317 Job Sector Security and General Area Co Tyrone Location Omagh, Ulster American Folk Park Salary 16-17 £7.55, 18-20 £10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 25 Published date 24/11/2025 Closing date 30/12/2025 Worktime Days to be confirmed, hours between 9.00am - 5.00pm with weekend shifts.