Grounds Maintenance Industrial Operative (Farm Unit)

Location: Hillsborough, County Down

Rate of Pay: £13.69
Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm

Join Our Team

Our Client is seeking a motivated and reliable Grounds Maintenance Industrial Operative to support the maintenance and operation of our research farm estates in Hillsborough.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in agriculture, estate maintenance, and livestock handling who enjoys working outdoors and contributing to the upkeep of a busy research farm environment.

Key Responsibilities

As part of the Farm Estates team, you will:

• Carry out general grounds and estate maintenance across AFBI research farm sites.
• Operate a variety of grounds maintenance, estate, and agricultural equipment.
• Undertake fencing, landscaping, vegetation control, and site upkeep activities.
• Maintain the appearance and condition of farm buildings, facilities, and external areas.
• Drive farm vehicles and transport equipment, materials, and visitors as required.
• Support site security, access control, and weighbridge operations.
• Complete manual maintenance duties including cleaning, pressure washing, painting, and minor repairs.
• Assist with animal husbandry activities including feeding and livestock handling.
• Support scientific and technical teams with farm-based research activities and livestock measurements.
• Prepare feed and assist with other farm support services.
• Work across multiple farm units during periods of increased demand.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety, biosecurity, environmental, and animal welfare requirements.
• Maintain accurate records and report maintenance or equipment issues.
• Participate in occasional out-of-hours duties when required.

Essential Criteria

Applicants must have:

2 GCSEs (Grade A*-C) or equivalent, including English Language and Mathematics.

Experience working within:

• An agricultural environment, or
• An estates, grounds maintenance, or property upkeep environment.

Experience operating small machinery and maintenance equipment.

A minimum of 12 months’ experience working with livestock, such as cattle, sheep, or pigs.

A full UK driving licence that permits driving in Northern Ireland.

What We’re Looking For

Apply Today

If you have experience in agriculture, grounds maintenance, or estate management and are looking for a varied and rewarding role within a leading research organisation, we’d love to hear from you.