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General Construction Team Leader

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    GREENHILL FRUIT FARM LTD
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    Ref: #JOB-2466606
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    GREENHILL FRUIT FARM LTD., Ballinavary, Davidstown, Co. Wexford, Y21 T449
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    No of positions: 1
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    40 hours per week
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    Dependent On Experience
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    Published On: 01 Sep 2026
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    Closing On: 29 Sep 2026

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Greenhill Fruit Farm is a soft fruit producer located in Co. Wexford operating in a LEAN culture built on continuous improvement, strong safety standards, and a genuine commitment to developing our teams. Due to expansion we have an exciting opportunity for a General Construction Team Leader to help shape the next stage of our growth.

Key Responsibilities:
Assist the Project Manager to lead, direct, and supervise the general construction team on a daily basis
Build new polytunnels and maintain, repair, and replace existing polytunnel structures
Plan and carry out general construction and project work
Operate farm and construction machinery safely and to a competent standard
Communicate instructions clearly to the team in both Romanian and English
Ensure all work is carried out in line with health and safety requirements (HSA-aligned)
Identify and report hazards, defects, and near misses without delay
Maintain tools, equipment, and machinery in good working order; report faults immediately
Keep work areas clean, organised, and safe
Support continuous improvement — flag better ways of working through the farm's CI system
Support and coach team members; identify training needs

Essential Criteria:
Proficiency in both Romanian and English (spoken and understood) — essential for leading a mixed-language team
Minimum 2 years' experience in general construction, agricultural, or horticultural build work
Full, valid B driving licence
Proven ability to lead and direct a small team on-site
Experience building and maintaining structures
Competent operating farm/construction machinery (digger, forklift, telehandler, or similar)
Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
Understanding of basic health and safety practice on a construction/agricultural site

Desirable Criteria:
Manual Handling, Working at Height, or Safe Pass certification
Telehandler / Forklift licence
Experience in soft fruit or horticultural production environments
Basic project planning or scheduling experience

Benefits:
Company events
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
On-site parking

Language:
Romanian (required)

Licence/Certification:
B Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person
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Career Level

  • Experienced [Non-Managerial]

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