Caretaker/Groundsperson Skerries Rugby FC - CE Scheme - Skerries Training Employment Project

Skerries Training Employment Project; Skerries; On-site; EUR 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A community training initiative is seeking a Caretaker/Groundsperson to maintain the natural environment around the facilities. Duties include managing gardens, operating machinery and ensuring all grounds are safe and well-maintained. This role offers training opportunities, and no prior experience is required. Interested applicants should contact the initiative directly to verify eligibility and apply.

Qualifications

• No specific experience necessary; willingness to learn.
• Friendly and professional demeanor is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in installation and maintenance of the natural environment.
• Maintain gardens, lawns, and sporting venues.
• Operation and maintenance of on-site equipment.

Skills

Physically fit

Knowledge of maintenance techniques

Ability to manage small and heavy machinery

Job description

Overview

Skerries Rugby Football Club, Holmpatrick, Skerries, Co. Dublin, K34 C927. Eligibility to participate on CE is generally linked to those who are 21 years or over and in receipt of a qualifying social welfare payment for 1 year or more or 18 years and over for certain disadvantaged groups. Your eligibility will have to be verified by the Department. To register your interest you can contact an Employment Personal Advisor (EPA) in your local Intreo Centre.

Job Description

Duties

This is a developmental opportunity, no experience necessary. Accredited training will be provided to support your career.

• Skerries Rugby Club are searching for a Caretaker/Groundsperson to assist in the installation and maintenance of the natural environment around the Community Centre.
• To succeed in this role, you should be physically fit and be able to manage small and heavy machinery, be friendly, professional and possess in-depth knowledge of effective maintenance techniques.
• You will be responsible for all general maintenance tasks related to the ground itself but some of the most common duties of a Caretaker/Groundsperson would be:

• Maintaining gardens, lawns and sporting venues
• Caring for and cultivating foliage including planting, fertilising, weeding, watering, trimming and pruning
• Soil conditioning and applying pesticides
• Ensuring pathways, stairs, indoor seating and other structures are safe
• Preparing outdoor areas for various weather conditions by weatherproofing and tying down unsecured items
• Operating and maintaining on-site equipment
• Inspecting all community spaces daily to identify problems with litter
• Responding to requests from property managers and maintenance services as needed
• Ensuring the parking lot and sidewalks are free from litter and debris
• Maintaining sprinkler system and trash receptacles on the premises

If you want to apply for the job, please contact your local DSP Employment Intreo Office to check your eligibility to apply for this vacancy. Alternatively, contact Eugene at Skerries Training Employment Project
Email: [e-mail] or phone [phone].

How to Apply

To apply, please contact your local Intreo Centre to verify eligibility or reach out to the Skerries Training Employment Project contact above.