Head Gardener

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Harlow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is looking for a Grounds Maintenance Team Leader in Harlow. This role involves leading a dedicated team to maintain parks and landscaped areas. Responsibilities include managing projects, ensuring safety compliance, and liaising with authorities. Ideal candidates should possess strong horticultural knowledge, leadership skills, and relevant certifications. This position starts as a temporary role with potential for a fixed-term contract.

Qualifications

• Experience in grounds maintenance and horticulture.
• Capacity to lead and manage a team effectively.
• Proficient in health and safety regulations relevant to horticulture.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a grounds maintenance team.
• Oversee landscape improvement projects and specialist horticultural areas.
• Ensure health and safety compliance at all times.

Skills

Strong horticultural knowledge

Leadership and team management skills

IT skills for reporting and record-keeping

Education

PA1 & PA6 chemical application certification

Job description

Grounds Maintenance Team Leader

Location: Harlow

Pay Rate: £16.41 per hour

Hours:

• Monday-Thursday: 7:30am-3:30pm
• Friday: 7:30am-1:15pm
• Contract: 12-week temporary role, with potential to move to a fixed‑term contract for the right candidate

Ready to lead a team and make Harlow's green spaces shine?

We’re looking for a skilled and motivated Grounds Maintenance Team Leader to take charge of a dedicated team maintaining parks, landscaped areas, and specialist horticultural spaces. If you’re passionate about horticulture and enjoy working outdoors, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

What You'll Do

• Lead and motivate a grounds maintenance team
• Liaise with local authority officers, stakeholders, and the public
• Oversee landscape improvement projects and specialist horticultural areas
• Maintain shrubs, hedges, trees, and ornamental planting
• Operate and maintain vehicles, plant, and equipment safely
• Ensure health and safety compliance at all times

What We're Looking For

• Strong horticultural knowledge and hands‑on experience
• Leadership and team management skills
• PA1 & PA6 chemical application certification
• IT skills for reporting and record‑keeping
• …