Craft Gardener at Various Locations Nationwide

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In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit.

Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.

Job Description

Multiple locations

OPW, Quartertown Ind Est, Mallow, Co. Cork, P51 ND99

THE STATE APTS, The State Apts , Dublin Castle , Castle Street , Dublin 2 , D02 XN27
  1. 1252708435059;-8.66371631622314;OPW , Quartertown Ind Est , Mallow , Co. Cork , P51 ND99
  2. 3428916931152;-6.26737213134766;THE STATE APTS, The State Apts , Dublin Castle , Castle Street , Dublin 2 , D02 XN27

The Office of Public Works (OPW) invites applications for the positions of Craft Gardener at various OPW sites nationwide.

Competition Reference 2025/026

Essential Eligibility Requirements (at the closing date)

Candidates must have, on the closing date for receipt of applications the following minimum requirements:

 Bachelor of Science in Horticulture, Hetac Level 7, or equivalent; *

Note: * Irish or Foreign qualification (deemed in a similar field of study) recognised as equivalent to the above qualification on the Irish National Framework of Qualifications.
 Minimum of 3 years’ Horticultural experience as a Craft Gardener. (post qualification) Experience of working with Plant Collections and designed historic landscapes is desirable;  A full, clean and current driving licence, minimum category B & W.
Note:** (1) If your Irish driving licence is restricted to driving cars with an automatic transmission only (denoted by the code 78 appearing on the licence), you are not eligible. (2)From 1 January 2021 if you are resident in Ireland and hold a UK/NI driving licence it is no longer valid to drive on here in Ireland.

It is not legal for driving purposes and must therefore be exchanged. It is vital that you have a valid driving licence and that you are legally allowed to drive in Ireland by exchanging a UK/NI licence for an Irish driving licence. Further information available on: www.ndls.ie

If you are interested in being considered for the above position and are satisfied that you meet the criteria as outlined above, please complete an Application Form. Please send the application form and copies of the required documentation by email to: recruitment@opw.ie

The closing date for receipt of completed Application Forms is 5:30pm Thursday, 28th August 2025. Applications received after this time will not be considered for the competition. Postal applications will not be accepted.

Please be advised we do not accept C.V's

The OPW is an equal opportunities employer and we value equality, diversity and inclusion and we recognise the benefits it can bring to the OPW and enhance staff and visitor experiences. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process please email recruitment@opw.ie.

Please note that canvassing will disqualify.
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