The successful candidate will be appointed within Parks Section of the Sustainable Transport, Mobility and Open Spaces Department and will have to work at various locations across the county. The Parks & Open Spaces section is responsible for the design & management of parks, open spaces and playgrounds in Kildare and is also involved in landscaping, amenities and public realm.
 

Education, Training and Experience etc.:

Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: 
 

1. Hold an Advanced Certificate in Horticulture (previously known as National Craft Certificate) (QQI Level 7) or an equivalent qualification (Please submit a copy of your Certificate with your application)
2. Have a minimum of five years, post qualification satisfactory experience, after completion of apprenticeship, as Craftsperson.
3. Have at least three years satisfactory experience in a supervisory role.
4. Have experience in planning, planting and maintaining green spaces and/or have a demonstrable aptitude for this type of work.
5. Have experience in the care and use of tools, machines and appliances used in the maintenance of parks, gardens and open spaces.
6. Have good technical knowledge and be capable of working on their own initiative.
7. It is required that Candidates be computer literate with a working knowledge of email, word, excel etc.
8. Be capable of writing clear and concise reports and keeping works records
9. Be capable of reading drawings and having satisfactory knowledge of surveying and setting out of works.
10. Be capable of organising work schedules and motivating staff in completing works efficiently and effectively.
11. Have experience in dealing with the public.
12. Hold a current Safe Pass Registration Card.

Applicants should at the date of applying hold a full valid Irish /EU licence, for Class B vehicles.