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Grounds Maintenance Operative Salary in Northern Ireland

How much does a grounds maintenance operative earn in Northern Ireland?

Average base salary in Northern Ireland

£26,790 per year

per year in Northern Ireland · School or trust-set scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£20,680 per year£26,790 per year£33,840 per year

Grounds Maintenance Operative salaries in education vary by employer, experience, contract type and location. Use this guide to compare typical grounds maintenance operative pay across the UK. Grounds Maintenance Operative pay in Northern Ireland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for grounds maintenance operatives near Northern Ireland

Compare average grounds maintenance operative pay in Northern Ireland and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage grounds maintenance operative salaryJobs
Northallerton£27,075 per yearView jobs
Northampton£27,075 per yearView jobs
Northamptonshire£27,075 per yearView jobs
Northumberland£27,075 per yearView jobs
Northwich£27,075 per yearView jobs
Norwich£27,075 per yearView jobs
Northern Ireland This location£26,790 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Grounds Maintenance Operative get paid in Northern Ireland?

Frequently asked questions about grounds maintenance operative pay in Northern Ireland

How much does a grounds maintenance operative earn in Northern Ireland?

The average salary for a grounds maintenance operative in Northern Ireland is £26,790 per year, typically ranging from £20,680 per year to £33,840 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Northern Ireland a well-paid area for grounds maintenance operatives?

Northern Ireland tends to sit around 6% below the UK average for grounds maintenance operatives. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire grounds maintenance operatives in Northern Ireland?

Live grounds maintenance operative openings in Northern Ireland rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a grounds maintenance operative in Northern Ireland increase their salary?

Grounds Maintenance Operatives in Northern Ireland typically increase pay by moving up School or trust-set scale, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between grounds maintenance operative pay in Northern Ireland and nationally?

Nationally the average is £28,500 per year. In Northern Ireland it's £26,790 per year — a discount of £1,710 per year versus the UK average.

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