Landscaper

Hodson Bay Hotel; Athlone Municipal District; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bike to work

Company events

Employee discount stays

Free parking

Wellness programme

Gym & pool access

Career development

Meals on duty

Health & wellness

Job summary

Hodson Bay Group invites applications for a practical Landscaper to shape and maintain the grounds at Yew Point, near Athlone. You will work with the Groundskeeper and Maintenance Manager to support daily upkeep and creative landscaping projects around cabins and guest areas.

The role emphasizes safety, guest experience and high presentation standards, with opportunities to contribute to landscape design and seasonal improvements across 140 acres of woodland and shoreline.

Qualifications

• Experience in landscaping, gardening, horticulture or grounds maintenance.
• Ability to work outdoors in variable weather conditions.
• Strong eye for detail and high-standard presentation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain gardens, lawns, planting areas and outdoor spaces to a high standard.
• Carry out mowing, trimming, pruning, planting and seasonal upkeep.
• Create attractive outdoor spaces around cabins and guest areas.
• Support safety, cleanliness and presentation of all outdoor facilities.
• Use gardening tools safely and report maintenance needs.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Landscaping

Outdoor work

Job description

About

Yew Point at Hodson Bay is an exciting new design‑led eco‑tourism resort, set within an unspoiled natural landscape on the shores of Lough Ree, just outside Athlone. As part of the Hodson Bay Group, this landmark development represents a rare opportunity to join a founding team and help bring a truly distinctive guest experience to life.

Located on the scenic Yew Point peninsula, the resort will feature 36 luxury cabins, a restaurant and thoughtfully designed communal guest spaces across 140 acres of woodland, meadows and shoreline. With a strong focus on sustainability, innovation and exceptional service, Yew Point has been created to set a new standard for eco‑conscious hospitality in Ireland.

This is a unique opportunity to develop your career, contribute to the resort’s guest experience from the very beginning, and be part of a team committed to excellence, creativity and respect for both people and place.

The Role

We are seeking a practical, hardworking Landscaper to help shape, maintain and enhance the grounds at Yew Point.

This varied, hands‑on role combines routine grounds maintenance with the opportunity to create attractive outdoor spaces around the cabins, guest areas and wider resort landscape.

Working alongside the Groundskeeper and Maintenance Manager, you will support both day‑to‑day upkeep and creative landscaping projects.

The role is responsible for ensuring gardens, grounds and outdoor facilities are clean, safe, well‑presented and maintained to a high standard, helping to create a strong first impression for guests.

The successful candidate will work independently and as part of the team to support the overall presentation, safety and guest experience of the property.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain gardens, lawns, planting areas, pathways, entrances and outdoor guest spaces to a consistently high standard.
• Carry out general landscaping and groundskeeping duties, including mowing, trimming, pruning, planting, watering and seasonal upkeep.
• Create and improve attractive outdoor areas around cabins, communal spaces and key guest locations.
• Assist with natural landscape features such as planting beds, privacy screening, log walls and boulder features.
• Maintain walking trails, lakeside areas, outdoor furniture, signage and decorative features.
• Ensure all outdoor areas are clean, safe, well‑presented and free from hazards.
• Apply fertilisers, weed control and other treatments safely and appropriately, where required.
• Operate, clean and maintain gardening tools and equipment safely.
• Identify and report maintenance issues, safety concerns or areas requiring attention.
• Support general property upkeep and landscaping projects in collaboration with the Maintenance and Grounds teams.

We Are Looking for Someone Who

• Has previous experience in landscaping, gardening, horticulture or grounds maintenance.
• Enjoys practical, hands‑on outdoor work and is physically able to carry out manual tasks.
• Has a good understanding of plants, lawn care and general garden maintenance.
• Takes pride in maintaining high standards and has strong attention to detail.
• Has a creative eye for outdoor spaces, landscaping and natural design features.
• Can work well independently while also contributing positively as part of a team.
• Is reliable, adaptable, motivated and able to manage daily tasks effectively.
• Has a basic understanding of health and safety practices in an outdoor working environment.

What We Offer

• Bike to work scheme
• Company events
• Employee discount on Hodson Bay Group hotel stays
• Free On‑site parking
• Wellness programme
• Complimentary use of Hodson Bay Hotel's Gym & Swimming Pool
• Career Development Opportunities
• Meals provided while on Duty
• Health & Wellness Programme

Hodson Bay Group is an equal opportunities employer