District Parks & Public Realm Lead

Waterjobsuk; Dublin; On-site; EUR 58,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Waterjobsuk in Ireland seeks a District Supervisor of Parks to lead maintenance and development across parks and public spaces in the Dublin South area. The role is permanent and requires strong leadership of staff and contractors, with a focus on safety, budgeting and community engagement.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in parks or landscape management, a full driving licence, and the ability to manage multiple projects and teams to high standards.

Qualifications

• Have a good standard of general education.
• Experience supervising and leading staff and work crews.
• Sound knowledge of health and safety legislation and its application.
• Experience managing budgets and reporting.
• Proficiency with information technology and digital systems relevant to the role.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organise and supervise maintenance and improvement programmes across parks and public spaces.
• Direct operational crews, supervisors, Park Rangers and staff to ensure safety and quality.
• Manage specialist contractors with contract monitoring and quality assurance.
• Schedule, monitor and record work programmes using approved scheduling systems.
• Oversee resources, plant, machinery, vehicles and facilities under control.
• Engage with community groups, elected members, stakeholders and the public to support initiatives.

Skills

Staff supervision

Health & safety

Budget management

Contract supervision

Team leadership

Driving licence

Tools

Digital scheduling systems

Job description

Waterjobsuk in Ireland seeks a District Supervisor of Parks to lead maintenance and development across parks and public spaces in the Dublin South area. The role is permanent and requires strong leadership of staff and contractors, with a focus on safety, budgeting and community engagement.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in parks or landscape management, a full driving licence, and the ability to manage multiple projects and teams to high standards.