Public & Green Space / Grounds Maintenance Team Leader

Essential Employment; Bristol, Exeter; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Grounds Maintenance Team Leader to oversee the Public and Green Space Operators in Exeter. This full-time role involves organizing resources, supervising maintenance tasks, and ensuring the safety of playground equipment. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a commitment to maintaining the beauty of public spaces. This temporary position offers a chance to make a tangible impact in the community while working flexibly to meet service demands. If you are passionate about enhancing public areas and have the necessary experience, this opportunity could be perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in supervising teams and managing resources effectively.
• Ability to conduct safety inspections and report findings.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support Public and Green Space Operators in maintenance tasks.
• Organize resources to meet demand for cleansing and maintenance services.

Skills

Supervision

Resource Management

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Relevant Experience in Grounds Maintenance

Job description

Public & Green Space / Grounds Maintenance Team Leader needed in Exeter, £15.84ph PAYE - Reference: 5266494

To support the Public and Green Space Operators undertaking cleansing and grounds maintenance services to keep the city looking good.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. To understand and organise what resources - staff, plant, materials and equipment – are required to meet demand and when the job is required.
2. To supervise and support the Public and Green Space Operators actively in the streets, parks and open spaces to meet the demand for cleansing, and grounds maintenance services.
3. To respond to requests for resources from Public and Green Space Operators, and external sources to ensure efficient operations.
4. To undertake quarterly inspections of owned playground equipment, writing reports and arranging appropriate levels of replacement/withdrawal/ repairs of equipment to ensure safe levels of play for young people.
5. To advise and assist people and businesses in keeping their local area looking good.
6. To work flexibly at evenings and weekends when required to meet the demands of the service.
7. Such other duties relevant to the post and grading and relating to the overall job description which may from time to time be deemed appropriate.

This is a full time role on a temporary contract basis.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to [e-mail] quoting the reference number.

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