Role: Grounds Assistant Location: Dardistown
Hours: 39 hours per week + overtime as required
Reporting to: Cemetery Manager
Dublin Cemeteries Trust seeks a Grounds Assistant for Dublin Cemeteries Trust.
The post holder will be responsible for maintaining the cemetery to the highest standard, with responsibility for grave excavation, vehicle operation, and grounds maintenance. This customer-facing role supports funeral services and bereaved families with professionalism, safety, care, and compassion, in line with the values of Dublin Cemeteries Trust.
Ideal candidates will possess the following:
· Full, clean driver's license (essential)
· Previous experience in a similar role (grounds maintenance, landscaping, etc.)
· Proficiency using a wide range of machinery (teleporter, crane, digger, dumper)
· Good communication skills
· Good interpersonal skills with an ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.
· A strong sense of customer care and an ability to deal sensitively with customers, including the bereaved
· A drive to learn and develop within the role
· Reliable, good timekeeping and attendance
· Safe Pass and Manual Handling certified
About Dublin Cemeteries Trust:
Founded in 1828, Dublin Cemeteries Trust group is the leading provider of Burial and Cremation services in the greater Dublin area and manages a total of five Cemeteries and three Crematoria, including an award-winning heritage site at Glasnevin, Ireland's National Cemetery.
Dublin Cemeteries Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
* Bike to work scheme
* Company events
* Company pension
* Employee assistance program
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
* Wellness program
Application question(s):
* Are you eligible to work in Ireland?
Licence/Certification:
* B Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person