Landscaping Operative

Position: Landscaping Operative

Location: Wallace Contracts Ltd Seagate Technologies, Derry

Responsible to: Wallace Contracts Ltd General Manager

Contract type: Full-time, permanent

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Working hours: Monday - Thursday (8:00-16:30) & Friday (8:00-12:00 + additional hours as required)

Why work for McQuillan Companies

McQuillan Companies is a family-run business based in Northern Ireland, delivering a diverse range of construction, environmental and facilities management services across the public, private and commercial sectors. Our expertise spans civil engineering, road surfacing, demolition and quarrying, including the supply of premium aggregates and bituminous materials, alongside total waste management, and accredited environmental testing. We also provide year-round outdoor and facilities maintenance services such as winter gritting, outdoor cleaning, landscaping, property restoration, and insurance reinstatement.

Together, these capabilities allow us to deliver comprehensive, fully coordinated solutions for our clients. As a growing company with a dynamic and supportive environment, we value diverse perspectives and are committed to creating a workplace where our people can thrive and build rewarding careers.

Wallace Contracts NI Ltd is a well-established, progressive company with over 30 years of continuous growth in delivering high-quality sports pitch and grounds maintenance services across Northern Ireland.

Employee Benefits

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
• 28 days annual leave
• Full provision of company uniform
• Working as a part of a dynamic group of professionals who excel at maintaining regulatory standards while fostering a supportive and welcoming environment
• Excellent development, learning and training opportunities
• Participation in a range of team building activities

Overall Objectives

We seek to appoint a Landscaping Operative to join our busy and expanding team within McQuillan Companies.

If you are looking for a career opportunity within a growing business that includes a range of benefits, in a dynamic and engaging working environment then McQuillan Companies is the place for you.

This role will require someone with a 'can do' attitude, a commercial approach and demonstrable attention to detail. The successful candidate will report to the General Manager and must be hardworking, reliable and possess excellent communication & inter-personal skills. In return you will be awarded a competitive salary, variety within your role, the ability to build upon your existing experience within the profession and the opportunity to work within a friendly and supportive team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lawn mowing, edging, hedge trimming & pruning
• Maintaining shrub beds & planted areas
• Clearing debris from pathways, car parks & hardscapes
• Leaf collection, weed control & PPE compliance
• Safe operation of horticultural machinery

Essential Criteria

• 1+ years of grounds maintenance experience (hard & soft landscaping)
• Skilled in using mowers, strimmers, hedge cutters & blowers
• Strong understanding of H&S policies & procedures
• Attention to detail, good communication & time management
• Full UK driving license (B+E desirable)
• PA1 & PA6 spraying certificates (preferred but training is available)
• Agricultural or Horticultural qualification (or currently studying would be advantageous)

Closing date for all applications is:Saturday 22nd August 2026.

This job description should not be regarded as conclusive or definite. It is a guideline within which the individual jobholder works. It is not intended to be rigid or inflexible and may alter as the Companys strategic direction changes.

Skills:
Attention to detail Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent IT skills Team Player Previous experience in a similar job A proactive, solution-focused approach Excellent time management skills

Benefits:
Competitive Salary Pension Scheme L&D opportunities Full provision of Company uniform Participation in team building activities