Grounds Manager

(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

Informal enquiries for this recruitment panel advertisement are most welcome. Please contact Tommy Beatty | Director of Non-Clinical Services | 01 498 6244| tbeatty@olh.ie

A detailed Job Description & Person Specification can be downloaded below or by contacting the HR Department | hr@olh.ie

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.