Landscaping and External Contracts Manager

Mitie Group plc.; Long Eaton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management service provider is seeking an External Contracts Manager to oversee landscaping and technical services. This role involves leading a team, managing contractors, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and developing operational plans. Candidates should possess strong planning and leadership skills, with experience in large-scale environments and a commitment to environmental sustainability. Flexibility in working hours is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in landscaping and contractor management within industrial or large-scale environments.
• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• Robust health and safety experience, including the ability to lead and manage Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
• Proven ability to lead small teams and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.
• Comfortable with flexible working hours and seasonal demands.
• Awareness of environmental sustainability and biodiversity principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of landscapers to deliver scheduled maintenance.
• Oversee gritting and snow clearance operations.
• Manage external contractors ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
• Develop and maintain an operational plan for landscaping and contractor tasks.
• Monitor KPIs and contribute to monthly service reports.
• Lead and manage Risk Assessments and Method Statements across all activities.

Skills

Landscaping management

Contractor management

Health and safety expertise

Strong planning skills

Team leadership

Job description

Job Specification: External Contracts Manager (Landscaping & Technical) Role Summary We are seeking a proactive and disciplined External Contracts Manager to lead the landscaping and winter services across the Toyota Motor Manufacturing site in Burnaston, Derby. This role involves managing a small internal team and coordinating external contractors for technical services. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering a high‑quality, well‑planned service that meets site standards and supports production readiness year‑round.

Landscaping Management

• Lead a team of 3 landscapers to deliver scheduled maintenance across meadows, grassed areas, and site perimeter zones.
• Ensure weed control, seasonal planting, and general grounds upkeep are completed to specification.
• Maintain and improve service quality through structured planning and performance tracking.
• Support Toyota's environmental goals by managing green spaces that encourage biodiversity, including wildflower planting and habitat creation.

Winter Services

• Oversee gritting and snow clearance operations to ensure the site is safe and ready for production start.
• Coordinate salt bin maintenance and pre‑season readiness checks.
• Be available for early morning starts (between 12am and 4am) during winter months to supervise snow clearance and confirm gritting effectiveness.

Contractor Oversight

• Manage external contractors for: Street lighting repairs and upgrades, Pop hole and surface damage remediation, Drainage system maintenance.
• Ensure contractor activities are compliant, documented, and aligned with site safety protocols.

Planning & Execution

• Develop and maintain a robust operational plan for landscaping and contractor tasks.
• Ensure consistent execution and address historical challenges around sticking to the plan.

Performance & Reporting

• Monitor KPIs and contribute to monthly service reports.
• Provide updates to stakeholders and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Health & Safety

• Lead and manage Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) across all landscaping and contractor activities.
• Demonstrate strong health and safety experience, ensuring all operatives are trained and risks are effectively mitigated.

Working Hours & Flexibility

• This role requires flexible working across 5 days out of 7, especially during spring and summer months.
• During winter, the role includes early morning starts (12am‑4am) to ensure the site is safe and operational before production begins.

Skills & Experience

• Experience in landscaping and contractor management within industrial or large‑scale environments.
• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• Robust health and safety experience, including the ability to lead and manage Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
• Proven ability to lead small teams and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.
• Comfortable with flexible working hours and seasonal demands.
• Awareness of environmental sustainability and biodiversity principles, with a commitment to enhancing green infrastructure.