Assistant Gardener

Nua Healthcare Services; Gormanston; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

Specified Illness Cover

Comprehensive Induction process

CPD/Continued Professional Development

Life Assurance/Death-in-Service

Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave

Education Assistance

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Bike to work Scheme

Refer/Retain a friend bonus

Discounts with retailers

Job summary

Nua Healthcare Services in Gormanston, County Meath, Ireland, is seeking a dedicated Assistant Gardener to support garden and grounds maintenance across our residential settings. You will work as part of a small team within a care environment.

The role involves routine maintenance, planting, weeding, mowing, hedge and tree care, plus help with deliveries and waste management. A full driving licence is preferred for site access.

Qualifications

• Practical experience in gardening, grounds maintenance, landscaping or a similar outdoor role.
• A formal qualification is not essential where the candidate can demonstrate suitable experience.
• Basic understanding of seasonal garden maintenance.
• Willingness to develop knowledge of shrubs, perennials, lawns and trees.
• Ability to use common gardening tools safely or willingness to complete training.
• Reliable and proactive approach to work.
• Ability to follow instructions and work in a small team.
• Good communication skills for working in a residential care environment.
• A full driving licence, or in process of obtaining one.
• Ability to undertake the physical requirements year-round.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine and seasonal garden maintenance tasks under the direction of the Main Gardener.
• Assist with maintenance of borders and sensory gardens.
• Planting, weeding, deadheading, pruning and mulching.
• Maintain lawns through mowing and edging.
• Assist with hedge maintenance and tree care.
• Observe plants for pests and report concerns.
• Use equipment safely and report faults.
• Keep areas clean, safe and tidy.
• Engage respectfully with residents, staff and visitors.
• Support planned resident gardening activities.

Skills

Gardening

Grounds maintenance

Outdoor work

Safety awareness

Driving licence

Teamwork

Education

QQI Level 5 horticulture

Job description

Location: Gormanston, County Meath, Ireland Service Support Functions Salary: 35,000 - 40, 000 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/embed/rvPuiQ0Nf2Y

Job Summary

Nua Healthcare Services is one of Ireland’s leading Care Providers. We provide Residential, Supported Living, Day Services and Community Outreach Services to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support requirements.

Benefits of joining Nua Healthcare!

• Company Pension
• Specified Illness Cover
• Comprehensive Induction process
• Continuous Professional Development
• Fantastic development & career opportunities
• Life Assurance/Death-in-Service
• Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Education Assistance
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Working hours over a 7-day roster involving shift work
• Bike to work Scheme
• Refer/Retain a friend bonus.
• Discounts with Retailers - Nationwide

Job Objectives

At Nua Healthcare Services, we are proud to offer high standards of service and care. Renowned for offering some of the best facilities in the country; our residential accommodation combines modern state-of-the-art facilities with beautiful outdoor environments. Our tailored day care programs encompass a wide variety of stimulating and enjoyable activities.

Our Team Bring a Wealth Of Experience In Supporting Individuals With a Range Of Complex Needs Including, But Not Limited To

• Autism
• Asperger Syndrome
• Acquired Brain Injuries
• Challenging Behaviour
• Intellectual Disabilities with Alzheimer's or Dementia
• Mental Health Rehabilitation and Recovery
• Personality Disorders

The Assistant Gardener will support the Main Gardener in delivering the routine and seasonal maintenance of the gardens and landscaped grounds at Gormanston.

The Assistant Gardener will undertake a broad range of practical gardening and grounds maintenance tasks safely, reliably and to the required standard.

Job Objectives

• Carry out routine and seasonal garden maintenance tasks under the direction of the Main Gardener.
• Assist with the maintenance of mixed shrub and perennial borders and sensory gardens.
• Complete planting, weeding, deadheading, pruning, staking, mulching, feeding and watering tasks.
• Maintain lawns through mowing, edging, strimming, feeding, aeration, overseeding and localised repairs as directed.
• Assist with hedge maintenance, including seasonal cutting, clearing cut material and replacement planting.
• Assist with routine tree care, including watering, mulching and checking tree stakes and ties.
• Report damaged, unstable or potentially hazardous trees and branches.
• Observe plants for signs of pests, diseases, damage, nutrient deficiencies or environmental stress and report any concerns to the Main Gardener.
• Apply plant protection products only when appropriately trained, authorised and directed.
• Use mowers, strimmers, hedge cutters, blowers, hand tools and other equipment for which training has been provided.
• Carry out basic equipment checks and report faults immediately.
• Keep paths, garden features, storage areas and work areas clean, safe and tidy.
• Manage green waste through the agreed composting, recycling or disposal arrangements.
• Assist with deliveries, stock checks, material handling and preparing areas for planting or improvement work.
• Engage respectfully with residents, staff and visitors while carrying out duties.
• Support planned resident gardening activities when requested by the service team.
• Follow work schedules, risk assessments, safe systems of work and all relevant health and safety procedures

Skills Requirement

• Practical experience in gardening, grounds maintenance, landscaping or a similar outdoor role.
• A formal qualification is not essential where the candidate can demonstrate suitable experience, aptitude and an interest in horticulture.
• A basic understanding of seasonal garden maintenance.
• Willingness to develop knowledge of shrubs, perennials, lawns, hedges, trees, pests and diseases.
• Ability to use common gardening tools and grounds maintenance equipment safely, or willingness to complete the required training.
• A reliable and proactive approach to work.
• Ability to follow instructions, work as part of a small team and complete tasks to a consistent standard.
• Good communication skills and a respectful, professional manner suitable for working within a residential care environment.
• A full driving licence, or actively in the process of obtaining one.
• Ability to undertake the physical requirements of an outdoor role throughout the year, with reasonable accommodation where appropriate.

Desirable criteria

• A relevant horticulture, landscape maintenance or amenity horticulture qualification at QQI Level 5 or equivalent.
• Previous experience maintaining extensive planting, sensory gardens, lawns, hedges or trees.
• Pesticide application training or a willingness to complete the required training before undertaking pesticide application duties.
• Experience working within healthcare, residential services, education, hospitality, estate grounds or another public facing environment.
• Basic IT skills for email, task updates and simple work records.

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