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Groundworker/Plant Operator

Posted on Aug. 15, 2026

  • Lk, Ireland
  • 0 - 0 USD (yearly)
  • Full Time

Groundworker/Plant Operator job opportunity

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Groundworker/Plant Operator

Accommodation Available

Salary: €45,000–€55,000 per year (depending on experience)

Location: Bunratty, Co. Clare

Join a Leading Landscape Construction Company

McKeogh Landscapes is an established landscape design and build company specialising in premium residential landscaping throughout the region. We create high-end outdoor spaces, including patios, paving, retaining walls, planting and complete garden transformations.

Due to continued growth, we are looking for an experienced Groundworker/Plant Operator to join our team. This is a hands-on role for someone with strong construction knowledge who takes pride in delivering exceptional workmanship.

Accommodation can be arranged for the right candidate.

View our work at:

www.mckeoghlandscapes.ie

Your Role

You'll play a key part in delivering high-quality landscape construction projects, including:

  • Groundworks and site preparation
  • Setting out for paving, kerbing and retaining walls
  • Operating mini excavators and construction equipment
  • Building patios, paving and other hard landscaping features
  • Working from plans to deliver projects to a high standard
  • Supporting and working alongside an experienced team

What We're Looking For

  • Minimum 5 years' experience in construction, groundworks or landscaping
  • Strong knowledge of construction and groundworks techniques
  • Experience preparing sites and carrying out groundwork operations
  • Ability to work independently and solve problems on site
  • High attention to detail and pride in quality workmanship
  • Full, clean driving licence
  • Fluent English
  • Good references

Desirable Skills

  • Experience setting out for paving, kerbing or walling
  • Experience operating mini excavators (training and certification can be provided if required)
  • Previous experience leading or mentoring others

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary of €45,000–€55,000 depending on experience
  • Accommodation available
  • Permanent, full-time position
  • Interesting, varied, high-end residential projects
  • Opportunity to work with a professional, supportive team
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Modern equipment and machinery

If you're an experienced construction or landscaping professional looking to work on premium projects with a company that values quality craftsmanship, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV and references.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: €45,000.00-€55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Company events
  • Relocation assistance
  • Sick pay

Application question(s):

  • When can you start ?

Experience:

  • Digger driving: 2 years (preferred)
  • Construction site: 5 years (preferred)

Work authorisation:

  • Ireland (required)

Work Location: In person


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