Grounds Maintenance Team Leader

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Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Grounds Maintenance Team Leader, where you’ll oversee a dedicated team ensuring local grounds are beautifully maintained. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills while working outdoors in a friendly environment. With a focus on career advancement and a commitment to community impact, you’ll be part of a diverse team making a real difference. Enjoy a range of benefits, including generous holiday allowances and support for personal challenges, as you contribute to creating a greener future for all.

Benefits

Up to 21 days holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave

Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships

Colleague of the month and annual awards

Two days per year to support a cause of your choice

Qualifications

• Previous experience in grounds maintenance is essential.
• Must have a full UK driving license and PA1/PA6 licenses.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small team in maintaining local grounds.
• Perform tasks like grass cutting, hedge pruning, and flower bed maintenance.

Skills

Grounds Maintenance

Safety-conscious mindset

Physical fitness

Team leadership

Education

Full valid UK driving license

PA1 and PA6 licenses

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Grounds Maintenance Team Leader
Location: Bromley
Hourly Rate: £13.24
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:00-15:30

About the Role

Grass cutting, strimming, hedge pruning, flower bed maintenance, spraying, and more – join us as a Grounds Maintenance Team Leader and you’ll be doing them all. As part of our team in Bromley, you will keep various local grounds in wonderful condition for our client, as well as supporting a small team of Grounds Maintenance Operatives. It’s a great opportunity to develop your skills, gain valuable experience, and grow with us in a friendly and encouraging environment.

Requirements

• Can-do attitude and safety-conscious mindset.
• Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Previous Grounds Maintenance experience is required.
• A full valid UK driving license is essential.
• PA1 and PA6 licenses are essential.

Why Join Us?

As the UK’s leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same – and neither are our people. That’s why we’re committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

What We Offer

• We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship.
• Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals.
• Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment.
• We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times.

Benefits

• Up to 21 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
• Support for personal and professional challenges.
• Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
• Resources to manage your finances.
• Secure your future.
• Colleague of the month and annual awards.
• Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
• Comprehensive resources and support.

About iDverde

We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation. In the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry.

At iDverde, we understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of £250 million, we're more than just a company – we're a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK.

Grow with us, and together we’ll create a greener future for all.

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