Job Details
General Maintenance Person/Garden Operative
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East Meath Community Development Company Limited by Guarantee -
Ref: #CES-2432957 -
SAINT COLMCILLE'S GAA CLUB, Pilltown Rd, Pilltow, Drogheda, Co. Meath, A92 XP60 -
No of positions: 1 -
Community Employment Programme -
19.5 hours per week -
Community Employment Programme Rates
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Published On: 06 Feb 2026 -
Closing On: 20 Mar 2026
Eligibility to participate on CE is generally linked to those who are 21 years or over and in receipt of a qualifying social welfare payment for 1 year or more or 18 years and over for certain disadvantaged groups. Your eligibility will have to be verified by the Department.
To register your interest you can contact an Employment Personal Advisor (EPA) in your local Intreo Centre.
Duties
This is a developmental opportunity, no experience necessary. Accredited training will be provided to support your career.
This role involves working as part of a dedicated team to maintain the gardens and trails in our busy visitor Eco-centre. It is a varied role, involving physical activities outdoors all year round. This is an excellent opportunity to gain quality, hands-on experience in all aspects of organic horticulture. Accredited training is provided. Duties: - Preparing seed beds - Digging, sowing and harvesting a wide variety of vegetables, legumes and fruit - Maintenance of lawns and common areas - Use of garden power tools, e.g . lawnmower, strimmer, leaf blower - Comply with correct procedures and protocols for organic certification - Correct use of compost and manure - Weeding and clearing areas as needed This position is based in Sonairte Visitor Eco-centre and Gardens, The Ninch, Laytown, Co. Meath For more information and enquiries please contact CE Supervisor Cathy Kerrigan on 085-164 0876 or email c.kerrigan@emcdc.ie
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