Grounds Maintenance Team Leader

Idverde; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading provider in grounds maintenance as a Team Leader, where you'll guide a team in enhancing local landscapes. This role offers the chance to develop your skills in a supportive environment while contributing to meaningful projects that benefit the community. With a focus on career growth and a diverse workplace, you'll find opportunities to thrive and make a real difference. Embrace the chance to work outdoors and lead a dedicated team in creating beautiful green spaces.

Benefits

Up to 21 days holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave

Discounts on retail and gym memberships

Colleague of the month awards

Two days per year to support a cause

Qualifications

• Previous experience in grounds maintenance is required.
• Supervisory experience in a relevant industry is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to maintain local grounds in excellent condition.
• Perform tasks such as grass cutting, hedge pruning, and flower bed maintenance.

Skills

Grounds Maintenance

Supervisory Skills

Ride-on Mowers

Safety Awareness

Physical Fitness

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Grounds Maintenance Team Leader
Location: Burton-on-Trent
Hourly Rate: Dependant on experience
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 7am to 4:30pm, possible overtime

About the role

We currently require multiple Grounds Maintenance Team Leaders to join us in Burton-on-Trent, where you will lead your team to keep several local grounds in wonderful condition. Responsibilities will include grass cutting, strimming, hedge pruning, flower bed maintenance, spraying, and more.

This is 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, including with ride on mowers.
• Previous supervisory/team leadership experience in a relevant industry would be highly beneficial.
• A full valid UK manual driving licence is essential - ability to tow trailers would be desirable.
• PA1 and PA6 licenses are desirable.

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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