Grounds Maintenance Supervisor

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Paisley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

JAM Recruitment Ltd in Paisley is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Supervisor to lead a hands-on team across landscaping and grounds care, with a focus on safety and quality. You will plan daily activities, allocate workloads, supervise grass cutting, strimming and hedge trimming, and ensure tasks are completed on time while maintaining strong client relationships.

The role is permanent, full-time, with hours 07:30–16:00, Monday to Friday, and a full UK driving licence is desirable/essential

Qualifications

• Experience supervising a team in grounds maintenance or horticulture.
• Ability to plan daily activities and allocate workloads effectively.
• Strong communication with clients and team members.
• Commitment to health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and motivate a team of grounds maintenance operatives.
• Plan and allocate daily workloads and ensure tasks are completed within timescales.
• Carry out grass cutting, strimming, hedge trimming, pruning, planting, weeding and general grounds maintenance.
• Operate and maintain grounds maintenance machinery safely.
• Ensure all work meets quality standards and client requirements.
• Liaise with clients, site managers and staff professionally.
• Complete daily records, timesheets and vehicle checks.
• Monitor stock and report needs to management.
• Provide guidance and training to team members.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Team supervision

Plan workloads

Communication

Health and safety

Outdoor work

Driving licence

Education

Level 2/3 in Horticulture or Landscaping

PA1/PA6 pesticide qualifications

Tools

Machinery operation

Job description

The Grounds Maintenance Supervisor in Paisley leads a hands-on team, balancing practical duties with daily planning and resource management. This permanent, full-time position offers £12.71 to £14.50 per hour, with working hours from 07.30 to 16.00, Monday to Friday. You will perform grass cutting, strimming, and hedge trimming alongside operatives, while allocating workloads and ensuring tasks meet quality standards. Strong communication skills are essential for maintaining client relationships and guiding crew members. Supervisory experience within landscaping or horticulture is required, alongside a valid driving licence. This role suits someone who enjoys outdoor work and possesses the ability to organise schedules effectively.

Grounds Maintenance Supervisor/Foreman Location: Paisley, Erskine Salary: £12.71 - £14.50 DOE Contract Type: Full-time, permanent Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 07.30 - 16.00

About this role As a working supervisor/foreman you will be leading a grounds maintenance team, ensuring that all landscaping, horticultural and general grounds maintenance work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard. The role involves hands-on work alongside the team, planning daily activities, managing resources and maintaining good relationships with clients and colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and motivate a team of grounds maintenance operatives.
• Plan and allocate daily workloads and ensure tasks are completed within agreed timescales.
• Carry out grass cutting, strimming, hedge trimming, pruning, planting, weeding and general grounds maintenance.
• Operate and maintain grounds maintenance machinery, tools and equipment safely.
• Ensure all work is completed to the required quality and company standards.
• Conduct site inspections and identify maintenance requirements.
• Liaise with clients, site managers and members of the public in a professional manner.
• Complete daily work records, timesheets, vehicle checks and other relevant paperwork.
• Monitor stock, equipment and materials and report requirements to management.
• Ensure the team follows company health and safety procedures and risk assessments.
• Identify hazards and take appropriate action to maintain safe working environments.
• Provide guidance, training and support to team members.
• Report issues, defects, incidents and customer concerns to management.
• Assist with scheduling, estimating and organising work where required.
• Ensure vehicles, machinery and equipment are kept clean, secure and in good working order.
• Carry out other reasonable duties associated with the role.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Previous experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping or horticulture.
• Experience supervising or leading a team.
• Good knowledge of grounds maintenance practices and equipment.
• Ability to organise workloads and prioritise tasks effectively.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Strong understanding of workplace health and safety.
• Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Full UK driving licence desirable/essential depending on company requirements.

Desirable Qualifications

• Level 2/3 qualification in Horticulture, Landscaping or a related subject.
• PA1/PA6 pesticide qualifications where applicable.
• Relevant chainsaw, machinery or arboricultural qualifications.
• First Aid qualification.
• CSCS or other relevant site qualifications where required.

Personal Qualities

The successful candidate should be reliable, organised, hardworking and confident in leading a team.

They should take pride in the quality of their work, have a positive attitude and be able to communicate effectively with both staff and customers.

Working Conditions

This is an outdoor, hands-on role requiring regular physical activity and the ability to work in va