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Job description

To provide an effective grounds and maintenance service to the parish to ensure the grounds are maintained in a tidy, presentable and safe state at all times. To undertake maintenance work of the Cathedral grounds and premises as designated by the Administrator.

Responsibilities

• To undertake a set programme of grounds maintenance activities to ensure the Cathedral premises are maintained in a neat and tidy condition.
• Flowers should be planned for seasonal display. Flower beds should be edged and kept weed-free especially in flowering season.
• To undertake basic general maintenance of the church premises, fixtures and fittings.
• To ensure, in winter especially, that access roads, pavements, steps are always safe for use.
• To undertake chemical weed control in accordance with the Safe Working Procedures for the Use of Chemicals. Calibrate, mix and apply herbicides and pesticides to control weeds and insects.
• Operation and programming of the boilers, lighting, security alarms, fire alarms and extinguishers in the Cathedral Hall and Conference Rooms.
• Basic maintenance work in the Cathedral Hall and Conference Rooms (e.g. changing light bulbs, painting etc)
• A full list of grounds work and maintenance responsibilities can be found in the job description contained within the application pack.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Proven experience of grounds maintenance, either in an employed or voluntary capacity.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety Procedures.
• An ability to work on your own initiative.
• An ability to work as part of a team.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.

Desirable Skills

• Full valid driving licence and access to a car/vehicle.

Further Information

Location: Parish of Templemore - St Eugene's Cathedral, Derry. Derry Diocesan Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We welcome applications from all men and women and from members of all communities.

Application Information

Application packs are available by emailing:- recruitment@derrydiocese.org or by phoning 02871 262302 (Fixed Term Contract to 31 March 2027 - with possible extension)