Landscape Operative

Landscape Operative – Planting & Soft Landscaping

Dig It Landscapes | Dublin, Meath, Kildare & Wicklow

Pay: €16–€21.37 per hour | Full-time

About the Role

Dig It Landscapes is looking for an experienced and reliable Landscape Operative to join our team on a full-time basis.

We specialise in landscape works associated with commercial developments and construction projects. The role will focus primarily on soft landscaping, including tree and shrub planting, soil preparation, topsoiling, turfing and grass seeding, together with the establishment and maintenance of landscaped areas.

Our projects are located primarily across Dublin, Meath, Kildare and Wicklow. The successful candidate will take pride in their work and contribute to delivering high-quality landscape schemes to the required specifications and standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out tree and shrub planting, including preparation of planting areas and tree pits.
• Soil preparation, cultivation, topsoiling and mulching.
• Lawn preparation, turf laying and grass seeding.
• Establishment and aftercare of newly planted and grassed areas.
• General landscape maintenance, including grass cutting, strimming, edging, pruning and hedge cutting.
• Maintaining clean, tidy and safe working areas.
• Working effectively as part of a team to complete projects efficiently and to a high standard.
• Following landscape drawings, specifications and site instructions where required.
• Complying with company policies and all relevant site health and safety requirements.

Occasional duties may include other landscape construction activities.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will have practical experience in commercial landscaping, horticulture or a related field, with a particular interest in planting and soft landscaping.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has proven practical experience in landscape installation and planting works.
• Takes pride in producing high-quality work and has a keen eye for detail.
• Is physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Is reliable, punctual and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Can follow instructions, drawings and specifications and work to agreed standards.
• Has a positive attitude and a willingness to develop their skills through further training.
• Understands the importance of health and safety when working on construction sites.
• Presents themselves professionally and treats colleagues, clients and other site personnel courteously.

Qualifications and Training

The following qualifications, licences or experience would be advantageous:

• Safe Pass.
• Full driving licence, with BE, C or CE categories particularly beneficial.
• Manual Handling.
• Professional Pesticide User qualification.
• Abrasive Wheels training.
• Horticultural or landscaping qualifications.
• CSCS plant operator training or relevant machinery experience.

Candidates do not need to hold every qualification listed. Additional training can be provided where appropriate, although all required statutory and site-specific health and safety training must be completed.

What We Offer

• Full-time employment.
• Hourly pay of €16–€21.37, depending on experience and suitability.
• Work on a variety of commercial landscape projects across Dublin, Meath, Kildare and Wicklow.
• Opportunities for further training and development.
• The potential to progress within an established landscaping team.

Location and Transport

Work will take place primarily on construction and development sites across Dublin, Meath, Kildare and Wicklow. Candidates must be able to arrange their own transport to the agreed meeting point or work location.

How to Apply

If you have relevant landscaping experience, take pride in your work and would like to join the Dig It Landscapes team, we would welcome your application by email only.

Pay: €32,500.00-€43,350.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company car
• Company pension
• Flexitime
• Food allowance
• Free or subsidised travel
• Sick pay

Work Location: On the road