Landscaping Team Leader

Talent Solutions - Idverde RPO; Basildon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading landscaping company seeks a Soft Landscaping Team Leader in Wickford, Essex. You will supervise a team in various soft landscaping projects, ensuring high-quality work and adherence to safety always. Candidates should have solid experience in soft landscaping, a valid UK driving licence, and a strong health and safety mindset. Competitive benefits and development opportunities await you.

Benefits

Company van during working hours

21 days holiday plus bank holidays

Health Care Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programs

Voluntary benefits such as discounts

Competitive pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in planting, turfing, mulching, tree planting, and seeding.
• Willingness to obtain a CSCS card.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a small team on soft-landscaping contracts.
• Work on projects including planting and turfing.
• Ensure adherence to project specifications.

Skills

Soft landscaping experience

Health and safety mindset

Physically fit

Education

Full valid UK driving licence

Job description

Overview

Soft Landscaping Team Leader
Location: Wickford, Essex
Hourly rate: £14.00
Contract type: Permanent
Working hours: Monday-Friday 7:00-16:30, 45 hours per week.

As a Soft Landscaping Team Leader, you will supervise a small team working on soft-landscaping contracts within our construction area. This could be anything from a new build, front lawn, rear garden, or public open space. This is a great opportunity to develop your leadership skills, learn more and provide high quality work for numerous exciting contracts.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate a small team on soft-landscaping contracts.
• Work on projects including planting, turfing, mulching, tree planting and seeding as part of soft landscaping work.
• Collaborate on projects such as new builds, front lawns, rear gardens, and public open spaces.
• Ensure high quality workmanship and adherence to project specifications and timelines.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in soft landscaping including planting, turfing, mulching, tree planting & seeding.
• Hard landscaping experience would be an advantage.
• Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• A full valid UK driving licence.
• A valid CSCS card is an advantage but not essential - but must be willing to obtain one to secure this position.
• A strong health and safety mindset.

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. We're committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

What we offer

• Career development: We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship.
• Collaborative team environment: Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals.
• Meaningful impact: Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment.
• Competitive benefits package: 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

• Company van available during working hours.
• 21 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Family-friendly policies: Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
• Health Care Cash Plan: Private health and insurance cover opt in.
• Employee Assistance Programmes: Support for personal and professional challenges.
• Voluntary benefits: Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
• Financial wellbeing support: Resources to manage your finances.
• Competitive pension scheme: Secure your future.
• Recognition schemes: Colleague of the month and annual awards.
• Volunteering policy: Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
• Mental health support: 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. #GW