(HX26-030) Grounds Manager
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20 hours ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
(HX26-030) Grounds Manager
- 1.0 WTE (39 hours)
- Indefinite duration contract
- H.S.E. funded
- Based in Harolds Cross
The Grounds Manager will be responsible for the management and Development of all garden areas at Harolds Cross Blackrock and Wicklow. The gardens are an integral part of the service we provide for our patients 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 Ladys Hospice & Care Services.
Essential Requirements
Qualifications:
- Hold a recognised degree (Level 7) Bachelor of Science in Horticulture.
- A full clean and current driving license.
- Have a pesticide number from the Department of Agriculture
- Proficient IT skills
Experience:
- Have at least one-year 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
- Proven high quality of service while dealing with staff and the general public
- Excellent communication skills
Desirable Requirements
Qualifications:
- Have completed or willingness to complete a relevant Management Course of Level 6 or 7 on the QQI National Framework
- Knowledge of Environmental management of green spaces and a good awareness of sustainability and Biodiversity enhancement
Experience:
- Horticultural Therapy experience
- Experience in designing gardens in a healthcare environment
Informal enquiries for this recruitment panel advertisement are most welcome. Please contact Tommy Beatty Director of Non-Clinical Services
A detailed Job Description & Person Specification can be downloaded below or by contacting the HR Department
Latest date for receipt of applications is 12pm (noon) on Friday 27th March 2026.
Our Ladys Hospice & Care Services reserves the right to close the competition early should a sufficient number of applications be received.
Our Ladys Hospice & Care Services is an equal opportunities employer and supports a smoke free environment.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Crisis Management
- Groundskeeping
- Lawn Care
- Management Experience
- Facilities Management
- Landscape Maintenance
- Horticulture
- Irrigation
- Maintenance
- Operations Management
- Gardening
- Supervising Experience
