Field Services Manager

TN United Kingdom; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading external maintenance business is seeking a Field Services Manager for its Utility Arboriculture division. This role involves managing vegetation clearance projects to support the UK's power infrastructure, leading teams, and ensuring high-quality work. The company offers a competitive salary, flexible working options, and professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

Yearly bonus scheme

Share options

Employee support services

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in field operations, utilities, or vegetation management.
• Practical understanding of project planning and budget oversight.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage tree cutting and vegetation clearance works.
• Drive performance and efficiency across field teams.
• Plan work programmes and oversee budgets.

Skills

Team management

Project planning

Problem-solving

Communication

Tools

IT tools for scheduling

Job description

Ground Control is a leading external maintenance business and biodiversity expert committed to enhancing and improving the physical environment for our customers and their communities.

We're a purpose-driven, values-centered business, on a mission to realize the potential of human nature by bringing together people, places, and the planet.

Field Services Manager – Utility Arboriculture

Location: Cambridge & Surrounding Areas

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday

About the Role

Do you thrive outdoors and have a knack for leading teams and delivering complex projects with precision?

Ground Control is looking for a Field Services Manager to join our dynamic Utility Arboriculture division. This role involves managing vegetation clearance projects that support the safety and resilience of the UK’s power infrastructure. You will lead field teams to ensure efficient, high-quality work across your region.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage tree cutting and vegetation clearance works around powerlines.
• Drive performance and efficiency across field teams, ensuring KPIs are met or exceeded.
• Plan work programmes, oversee budgets, ensure safety compliance, and maintain quality standards.
• Support surveyor development and resolve issues related to land access, TPOs, SSSIs, and consent.
• Manage and mentor junior staff to develop future leaders.
• Maintain accurate reporting and client communication.
• Audit works and improve operational practices for safety, environmental, and customer excellence.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience in field operations, utilities, environmental, or vegetation management.
• Strong team management and coordination skills.
• Practical understanding of project planning and budget oversight.
• Proactive problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in IT tools for scheduling, reporting, and communication.
• Full UK driving licence (essential).
• Experience in tree work, horticulture, or arboriculture is a plus but not essential.

What We Offer

We support your professional growth through clear career paths, training, and development programs, including our GC Leadership Academy and higher education opportunities. Join a rapidly growing company with a dynamic team and expanding client base in a supportive, innovative culture. Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits, including flexible working options, 23 days holiday (plus bank holidays), yearly bonus scheme, share options, employee support services, gym memberships, and recognition schemes.

Ground Control is a UK-based grounds maintenance company founded in 1973, providing services across the UK and Ireland, including grounds maintenance, winter gritting, landscape construction, arboriculture, and electric vehicle charging installations.

If you're looking to invest in your future with a company that values its people, click the apply now button below to speak to our team.

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We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process and beyond.