At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to create beautiful landscapes and maintain outdoor spaces.
- Company: Family-run business with over 30 years of experience in landscaping and maintenance.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 28 days leave, uniform, and training opportunities.
- Other info: Supportive environment with excellent career growth and team-building activities.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team and make a real difference in your community.
- Qualifications: 1+ years of grounds maintenance experience and good communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 18900 - 23100 £ per year.
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.
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. 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 Company’s 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
Landscaping Operative employer: McQuillan Companies
McQuillan Companies is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and dynamic work environment where employees can thrive and build rewarding careers. With competitive salaries, a comprehensive pension scheme, and full provision of tools and equipment, we prioritise the well-being and professional growth of our team members. Located in Northern Ireland, our family-run business values diverse perspectives and fosters collaboration, making it an ideal place for skilled tradespeople to contribute to meaningful projects across various sectors.
