Greenspaces Team Lead - Grounds & Horticulture

Be Well Wigan; Wigan; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Staff discounts

Loyalty rewards

Training and development

Paid annual leave

Job summary

Wigan Council in Wigan is seeking a Team Leader to manage a team of grounds maintenance operatives at Makerfield Way Depot. You will direct tasks, monitor quality and safety standards, and allocate resources to maximise productivity.

You will support the Greenspaces supervisor with planning and ensure positive service delivery to the community. The role requires City & Guilds Level 3 or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in amenity horticulture or grounds maintenance, plus proven leadership and

Qualifications

• Qualification in amenity horticulture/grounds maintenance preferred.
• Ability to lead a team and communicate effectively.
• Commitment to health and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of grounds maintenance operatives to maximise output and quality.
• Direct and allocate tasks and resources for productivity.
• Ensure day-to-day operations meet safety and quality standards.
• Assist Greenspaces supervisor with work planning.

Education

City & Guilds 3 or NVQ Level 3 or similar

Job description

Wigan Council in Wigan is seeking a Team Leader to manage a team of grounds maintenance operatives at Makerfield Way Depot. You will direct tasks, monitor quality and safety standards, and allocate resources to maximise productivity.

You will support the Greenspaces supervisor with planning and ensure positive service delivery to the community. The role requires City & Guilds Level 3 or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in amenity horticulture or grounds maintenance, plus proven leadership and