Grounds Maintenance Manager

Octave Recruitment Ltd; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a qualified Grounds Maintenance Manager for a fully on-site role in Basingstoke. This position involves managing a large team, ensuring service quality, and overseeing operational activities. The ideal candidate should have a horticulture qualification and proven leadership experience. This is a 6-month contract with a pay rate of £43.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a large Grounds Maintenance workforce.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to learn and adapt quickly to new systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Grounds Maintenance team across the borough.
• Ensure high-quality service delivery and compliance.
• Conduct regular site visits to oversee operations.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer-focused approach

Communication skills

Education

Qualification in horticulture or a related discipline

Job description

We are seeking a highly professional and experienced Grounds Maintenance Manager to lead and support our Grounds Maintenance service for a period of up to six months.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and qualified individual to oversee a large operational workforce, drive service standards, and make a meaningful impact within a fast-paced local authority environment.

• Location : Wade Road Depot, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG24 8PL
• Rate : £43.00 per hour (Umbrella)
• Contract : 6 Months +
• Working Arrangement : Fully On-Site (No Hybrid)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Grounds Maintenance team across the borough
• Ensure high-quality service delivery and compliance with standards
• Conduct regular site visits and oversee operational activities
• Communicate effectively with internal teams, contractors, and the public
• Quickly learn and adapt to internal systems and processes

You will have

• A qualification in horticulture or a related discipline
• A proven track record of managing a large Grounds Maintenance workforce
• A strong customer-focused approach
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to pick up new systems quickly

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