Lead Landscape Technician - Estate Grounds

Sanctuary Group; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A not-for-profit organization in the UK is seeking a Landscape Technician Charge Hand to lead estate maintenance operations. The role requires supervisory skills in maintaining gardens and grounds, ensuring safety and compliance with horticultural practices. Candidates should possess a strong educational background, supervisory experience, and a valid UK driving license. The role offers a competitive salary starting at £28,206, with the potential to increase after 12 months. Significant benefits include annual leave, pension contributions, and wellbeing support.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Life Assurance

Employee Advice Service including counselling

Cycle to Work scheme

Voluntary health plans

Wellbeing support and tools

Employee Networks

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role in horticulture or estate maintenance.
• Proven ability to supervise and lead a team.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations related to horticulture.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervisory support in maintaining estates.
• Ensure accurate daily work records are completed.
• Respond to complaints and service delivery issues.
• Maintain tools and equipment effectively.
• Carry out hazardous tasks safely.

Skills

Literacy and numeracy equivalent to grade C GCSE English and Maths

NVQ3 or equivalent in Horticulture

Experience of operating machinery

Supervisory experience

Ability to interpret written instructions

Full valid UK driving licence

Job description

A not-for-profit organization in the UK is seeking a Landscape Technician Charge Hand to lead estate maintenance operations. The role requires supervisory skills in maintaining gardens and grounds, ensuring safety and compliance with horticultural practices. Candidates should possess a strong educational background, supervisory experience, and a valid UK driving license. The role offers a competitive salary starting at £28,206, with the potential to increase after 12 months. Significant benefits include annual leave, pension contributions, and wellbeing support.