Grounds Maintenance Operative

Ground Control; Limerick; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Pension scheme

Private GP service

Life insurance

Subsidised gym membership

Holiday buy scheme

Recognition schemes

Job summary

Ground Control is seeking an experienced Grounds Maintenance Team Leader to supervise contracts across Limerick and surrounding areas, leading field teams, maintaining high standards and building strong client relationships. This permanent role offers full-time work, a clear pathway to Contract Manager, and a company vehicle.

You will support surveying and quoting, coordinate labour and resources, and help drive safety, quality and service on site.

Qualifications

• Experience leading operational teams or crews.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Proactive, hands-on approach and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Carry out site inspections and quality audits.
• Support surveying and quoting for additional works.
• Manage and support field teams and subcontractors.
• Build strong customer relationships.
• Coordinate labour, materials and resources.
• Drive high standards of safety, quality and service delivery.
• Support contract performance and identify improvement opportunities.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Hands-on approach

Job description

Location: Limerick and surrounding areas

Salary: Competitive

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday

Lead by example. Build relationships. Deliver great service.

You're an experienced Grounds Maintenance Team Leader, Supervisor or Foreman who enjoys leading teams, maintaining high standards and building strong customer relationships.

At Ground Control, we're looking for a Contract Supervisor to support the delivery of Grounds Maintenance and Winter Maintenance contracts across Ireland.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business, develop your surveying, quoting and client management skills, and build a pathway towards a future Contract Manager role.

What You'll Do

• Carry out site inspections and quality audits.
• Support surveying and quoting for additional works.
• Manage and support field teams and subcontractors.
• Build strong customer relationships.
• Coordinate labour, materials and resources.
• Drive high standards of safety, quality and service delivery.
• Support contract performance and identify improvement opportunities.

What You'll Get

• Company vehicle.
• Exposure to surveying, estimating and contract delivery.
• Ongoing support and development from experienced leaders.
• A clear pathway to Contract Manager.
• The opportunity to make a real impact within a growing business.

What We're Looking For

• Experience in Grounds Maintenance, Landscaping, Arboriculture or a similar outdoor environment.
• Experience leading operational teams or crews.
• Strong understanding of site standards and service delivery.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• A proactive, hands-on approach and willingness to learn.
• Full driving licence and willingness to travel.

Why Ground Control?

Our Ireland business is growing rapidly, creating excellent opportunities for ambitious people looking to progress their careers. If you're looking for more responsibility, more development and the chance to be part of something growing, we'd love to hear from you.

Benefits;

• Competitive salary - aligned with your skills and experience
• Pension scheme - helping you plan for the future
• Recognition schemes - celebrating and rewarding great work
• Private GP service - fast, convenient access to medical support
• Life insurance - providing added peace of mind
• Subsidised gym membership - supporting your health and wellbeing
• Holiday buy scheme - purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave

Equal Opportunities Statement

At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic as defined in the Equality Act 2010.

We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and across all stages of employment, including training, development, promotion, pay, and termination. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants and employees, and to creating a working environment free from discrimination, harassment, bullying, or victimisation.

We expect all colleagues to uphold our values of dignity, respect, and inclusion. We take a zero-tolerance approach to any form of discriminatory behaviour and are committed to continuous improvement through training, inclusive policies, and accountability at all levels. #Maint

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