Head Groundsperson - Kildare, Ireland - €60,000

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists Ltd; Kildare; On-site; EUR 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Kildare is looking for a Head Groundsperson to take charge of maintaining beautiful gardens and grounds. This hands-on role involves leading a team of 6 staff to ensure the upkeep of extensive grounds. Candidates should have proven horticultural experience and strong leadership skills. A competitive salary of approximately 60,000 euros is offered along with professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Potential for accommodation

Supportive team

Professional development opportunities

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Proven experience in estate, gardens or grounds management.
• Hands-on horticultural knowledge and a proactive, practical approach.
• Organised, reliable and able to prioritise work effectively across multiple areas.

Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for the maintenance and presentation of extensive private grounds.
• Lead, manage, and motivate a team of 6 garden staff.
• Co-ordinate the overall maintenance of the grounds of a few thousand acres.

Skills

Leadership skills

Hands-on horticultural knowledge

Organisational skills

Education

Amenity Horticulture qualification

Job description

Head Groundsperson

Job Overview: Are you an experienced head gardener or grounds manager with a passion for maintaining estate grounds? We’re looking for a dedicated Head Grounds Person to lead the care and ongoing development of some beautiful gardens, grounds, and woodlands in Kildare, Ireland. As well as manage a team of 6 gardening and grounds staff. This is a very hands on role, for someone that loves working outdoors.

Responsibilities:

• Overall responsibility for the maintenance and presentation of extensive private grounds, including formal gardens, fencing, hedges, tree felling, lawns, woodlands, and open spaces
• Lead, manage, and motivate a team of 6 garden staff and manage their day to day duties
• Co-ordinate the overall maintenance of the grounds of a few thousand acres
• Liaise with external contractors as necessary
• Purchasing of garden machinery and supplies

Requirements:

• Proven experience in estate, gardens or grounds management
• Amenity Horticulture qualification
• Hands-on horticultural knowledge and a proactive, practical approach
• Strong leadership skills
• Organised, reliable and able to prioritise work effectively across multiple areas

What We Offer:

• Rewarding full-time role in a stunning, private estate environment
• Competitive salary, circa 60,000 euros commensurate with experience
• Supportive team and scope for professional development
• Potential for accommodation

Equal Employment Opportunity: Our client is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.