Gardener jobs in Newry

Convent of Mercy, Edward St. Lurgan, Co. Armagh

The Sisters of Mercy wish to recruit the following positions:

A part-time Maintenance Person / Caretaker/Gardener to work 24 hours per week.

The position is based on a one-year fixed term contract and a 6 -month probationary period.

Application Form, Personnel Specification and Job Description are available on request from annemckenna@mercynth.org

Completed application forms should be returned to Mrs Anne McKenna, Provincial House, 74 Main Street, Clogher, Co Tyrone, BT76 0AA or by email to annemckenna@mercynth.org by 21st February 2025

CVs are not acceptable.

Interviews will take place on 11th March 2025.

General maintenance of properties including the cemetery/s.

Main Duties and responsibilities.

• To keep a daily diary which will be signed off by the Line Manager.

• To check all light bulbs and emergency lightening on a bi weekly basis and change if necessary.

• To report any repairs to the line Manager.

• To clean windows and all glass areas regularly.

• To carry out general repairs in the houses as required.

• To carry-out the appropriate disposal of waste materials.

• To be responsible for the transportation of recyclable items to local collection points.

• To collect and dispose of electrical waste.

• To paint areas inside and outside as required.

• To be responsible for weekly bin collection. Maintenance of bins to a hygienic standard.

• To maintain tools, equipment and other supplies in a safe manner.

• To liaise with contractors & accompany them around the property.

• To be responsible for the upkeep of the garden. This includes mowing, planting, cultivating, pruning, shaping, hedge trimming, weeding & watering.

• To have a full clean driving licence. To drive and escort Sisters to appointments local and long distance.

• To be responsible for the Convent fleet of cars.

• To report any breakage or any equipment that may require replacement.

• To co-ordinate with the Manager in relation to supplies

• To meet weekly with the line manager or as required.

• To maintain an inventory and ensure availability of supplies.

• To do any heavy lifting, when necessary, in keeping with Manual handling training & directions in staff handbook.

• To keep a record of all appliances and machinery that may require servicing.

• To wear the appropriate clothing when on duty in keeping with the health & safety policy.

• To adhere to the Health & Safety policy and procedures of the Sisters of Mercy, Northern Province.

• To ensure that machinery in serviced annually and keep a record of same.

• To perform all duties in accordance with the job description.

• To perform routine and scheduled duties.

• To prioritise work to complete assignments in a timely manner.

• To complete daily work record forms and job assignments sheets.

• To complete other related paperwork as directed.

• To keep track of receipts for items purchased for each job.

• To perform other duties as directed by the line manager.

• To complete Incident/Accident report forms appropriately when necessary. Report any hazards immediately to the Manager.

Policies

• To adhere to all Adult Safeguarding and Child Protection policies and practices of the Sisters of Mercy.

• To adhere to the Health and Safety Policy of the Sisters of Mercy.

“The Sisters of Mercy Northern Province is an equal opportunities employer”

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From £12.73 per hour

Expected hours: 24 per week

Work Location: In person