(HX26-030) Grounds Manager (Permanent)

Our Lady's Hospice & Care Services, Harold's Cross, Blackrock & Wicklow; Dublin; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Our Lady’s Hospice & Care Services in Harold’s Cross, Dublin is seeking a Grounds Manager (1.0 WTE) to lead development and day-to-day management of gardens at Harold’s Cross, Blackrock and Wicklow. The role covers maintenance, landscaping and project work to ensure green spaces support patients, visitors and staff.

Applicants should hold a BSc in Horticulture, a QQI management qualification, a valid driving license and IT skills, with at least three years’ experience in a healthcare setting and

Qualifications

• Hold a recognised degree (Level 7) Bachelor of Science in Horticulture.
• Have completed or willingness to complete a relevant Management Course of Level 6 or 7 on the QQI National Framework
• A full, clean and current driving license
• Proficient IT skills

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop all garden areas at Harold’s Cross, Blackrock and Wicklow.
• Oversee daily operations for maintenance and development of gardens.
• Provide exemplary gardening services for patients, visitors and staff.

Skills

Horticulture degree

Management training

Driving licence

IT skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Horticulture (Level 7)

QQI Level 6/7 management course

Job description

HX26-030 Grounds Manager

• 1.0 WTE (39 hours)
• Indefinite duration contract
• H.S.E. funded
• Based in Harold’s Cross

The Grounds Manager will be responsible for the management and Development of all garden areas at Harold’s Cross, Blackrock and Wicklow. The gardens are an integral part of the service we provide for our patient’s visitors and staff. The post holder will manage all the daily operations associated with the position for the provision of managing and maintaining the exemplary gardens we have at Our Lady’s Hospice & Care Services.

Essential Requirements

Qualifications

• Hold a recognised degree (Level 7) Bachelor of Science in Horticulture.
• Have completed or willingness to complete a relevant Management Course of Level 6 or 7 on the QQI National Framework
• A full, clean and current driving license
• Proficient IT skills

Experience

• Have at least three -years relevant experience as a Grounds manager or in an assistant management role.
• Experience working in a healthcare environment
• Have a thorough knowledge of Landscape/Amenity horticulture:
• Landscape maintenance
• Garden design
• Plant production
• Ground maintenance
• Project management
• Managing contracts
• Supervising staff
• Mentoring employees
• Promoting sustainable horticultural practices
• Working with hand tools, power tools & machinery
• Proven high quality of service while dealing with staff and the general public
• Excellent communication skills

Desirable Requirements

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Environmental management of green spaces and a good awareness of sustainability and Biodiversity enhancementQQI LEVEL 5 handheld pesticide application
• QQI LEVEL 5 handheld pesticide application

Experience

• Horticultural Therapy experience
• Experience in designing gardens in a healthcare environment

Latest date for receipt of applications is 12pm (noon) on Friday Tuesday 25th August 2026.

Our Lady’s Hospice & Care Services reserves the right to close the competition early should a sufficient number of applications be received.

Our Lady’s Hospice & Care Services is an equal opportunities employer and supports a smoke free environment.