Grounds Maintenance Supervisor

Veolia; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company seeks a Supervisor for Ground Maintenance, focusing on cemeteries and crematoria in Solihull. Responsibilities include HR management, overseeing maintenance operations, and ensuring health and wellbeing initiatives. Ideal candidates will have a full UK driving licence and experience with grounds maintenance equipment. The role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave

Access to pension scheme

Free physiotherapy service

Discounts on groceries and retailers

Ongoing training and development

24 hour access to a virtual GP

Company van for work and personal use

Qualifications

• Experience in disciplinary investigations and absence monitoring.
• Preferred experience in grounds maintenance contracts.
• Accident investigation experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver on ground maintenance operations.
• Conduct crew inspections and monitor contract work.
• Support health and wellbeing initiatives.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Experience with grounds maintenance equipment

Strong interpersonal skills

Knowledge of environmental legislation

Computer literacy

Education

Horticultural qualification or equivalent experience

Recognised burials qualifications; ICCM COTS

PA1 & PA6 Certification

IOSH managing safety certification

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?

Job Title: Supervisor (Ground Maintenance inc. Cemeteries/Crematoria)

Salary: £31,324 per annum, plus Veolia benefits

Location: Moat Lane, Solihull, B91 2LW

Hours: Monday - Friday, 37 hours per week

Standard shift: 08:00 - 16:00 (30 min unpaid break)

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone. Whether you're looking to overhaul the industry, or just do a good day's work, we know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

What we can offer you;

• 25 days of annual leave
• Access to our people's pension scheme
• Free physiotherapy service
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
• 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
• A company van for work and personal use..

What you'll be doing;

• HR management (absence management, investigations, disciplinaries)
• Manage and deliver on ground maintenance operations (including within cemeteries and crematoria)
• Manage and coordinate, with SMBC Bereavement Services, burial operations.
• Support health and wellbeing initiatives
• Represent the company at local authority and resident meetings
• Deliver employee inductions and maintain training records
• Oversee and maintain vehicle compliance
• Help manage transfer station and depot compliance
• Conduct crew inspections and monitor contract work
• Assisting in other service areas i.e. Waste, Street Cleansing and the HWRC as/if required.

What we're looking for;

Essential

• Full UK driving licence
• Experience with grounds maintenance equipment and machinery
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of environmental legislation
• Experience in disciplinary investigations and absence monitoring
• Computer literacy

Desirable

• Experience in grounds maintenance contracts, ideally within cemeteries and crematoria.
• Horticultural qualification or equivalent practical experience (preferred)
• Recognised burials qualifications; ICCM COTS
• PA1 & PA6 Certification
• IOSH managing safety certification
• Accident investigation experience (advantageous)

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row! This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.

We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.

We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply.

If you are successful in securing a new role or promotion within the company, any offer to you may be subject to the acceptance of standardised terms and conditions. These new terms and conditions may differ from your current contract if you have any questions about how this might affect you, please don't hesitate to contact your line manager or the HR team.

Job Posting End Date:

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row! This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.

We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.

We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply.