Grounds Maintenance Trainee


Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: GALGORM HOTEL MANOR LTD This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone who enjoys practical work, being outdoors, and learning new skills. As a Grounds Maintenance Trainee, you will support the Estates Team in keeping the Resort’s grounds, pathways, and outdoor areas clean, safe, and well-presented.

Responsibilities

  • Power washing outdoor surfaces, furniture, and walkways.
  • Basic horticultural tasks such as leaf clearing, weeding, litter picking, and sweeping.
  • Assisting with setting up and maintaining outdoor guest areas.
  • Tidying and maintaining outdoor areas, gardens, pathways, and guest spaces.
  • Skills and Development.
  • Full on-the-job training from experienced Estates staff.
  • Practical skills in grounds maintenance and outdoor facility care.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Willingness to learn.
  • Work well under pressure and be a team player.
  • Communicate well within a team.

Desirable Skills

  • Recent experience in a similar role.

Further Information

The Employer is: GALGORM HOTEL MANOR LTD JobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information - Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week. - Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach. - Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment. The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.

Vacancy ID
1758335
Job Sector
Environmental, Health and Safety
Area
Co Antrim
Location
Ballymena
Salary
16-17 £7.55, 18-20 £10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour
No. vacancies
1
Contract Type
Temporary
Weekly hours
25
Published date
05/02/2026
Closing date
04/03/2026
Worktime
7.30am - 4.30pm, days to be confirmed.

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