Grounds Maintenance Supervisor

Apex Housing Association Ltd; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused housing organization in Derry/Londonderry is looking for a Horticultural/Grounds Maintenance Supervisor. The ideal candidate will hold a BTEC/NVQ level 2 qualification and possess at least two years of post-qualification experience or five years of paid employment in a grounds maintenance role. Benefits include competitive pay, family-friendly policies, and opportunities for development. This is a regulated post that requires a full clean driving licence.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Family friendly policies

20-23 days annual leave plus 12 public holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Enhanced sick pay and maternity pay

Bike to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• 2 years post qualification experience in Horticultural/Grounds Maintenance role.
• 5 years paid employment in Horticultural/Grounds Maintenance role.
• Previous supervisory experience required.

Skills

Horticultural qualification

Supervisory experience

Full Clean Driving Licence

Education

BTEC/NVQ level 2 Horticultural qualification

Job description

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POST: 1x37hrs Permanent

LOCATION: Head Office, Derry-Londnoderry

Essential Criteria

• BTEC/NVQ level 2 Horticultural qualification
• 2 years post qualification experience in a Horticultural/Grounds Maintenance role
• OR 5 Years paid employment in a Horticultural/Grounds Maintenance role
• Previous supervisory experience
• Full Clean Driving Licence

This is a regulated post and will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Access NI check.

All successful applicants will also be required to provide documentary evidence of their right to work in the UK. Please note Apex do not hold a license to sponsor Working Visa's.

Apex is an equal opportunities employer. At this time we particularly welcome applications from members of the Protestant community, due to under representation in parts of our workforce.

Why Work for Apex?

• Competitive pay
• Family friendly policies and flexible working opportunities
• Opportunities to learn, develop and progress in your position
• 20-23 days annual leave plus 12 public holidays, increasing with length of service
• Contributory pension scheme
• Enhanced sick pay, maternity pay and paternity pay
• Workplace savings scheme and monthly cash draw for staff (optional)
• Charity partnership with Children in Crossfire
• Excellent opportunities for development including support for further education courses
• Employee Assistance Programme provided by Inspire Workplaces including 24hr adviceline
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Staff wellbeing initiatives e.g. health screening programmes (Action Cancer)
• Staff in care and support roles also enjoy the following additional benefits:
  • Comprehensive paid induction programme
  • Enhanced pay over Christmas & New Year
  • Enhanced rate for overtime worked
  • Free on-site car parking

CLOSING DATE: Wednesday 3rd December 2025

APPLICATION PROCESS: If you are interested in applying for this post, please click on the Apply button or visit our own website.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

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