Resort Grounds & Maintenance Lead

Darwin Escapes group; Bath; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Bath Mill Lodge Retreat, part of the Darwin Escapes group, is seeking an experienced Grounds & Maintenance Manager. You will lead the grounds and maintenance team, coordinate planned and reactive works, and ensure the resort is well presented, safe and guest-ready.

This hands-on role covers grounds, accommodation, buildings and facilities, with responsibilities for budget control, safety compliance and developing your operational leadership.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within grounds maintenance, landscaping, general maintenance or a similar operational role.
• Experience leading or managing a Grounds & Maintenance team.
• Strong practical knowledge of groundskeeping and general maintenance.
• Experience coordinating planned and reactive maintenance activity.
• Strong organisation, prioritisation and problem-solving skills.
• Confidence managing workloads, standards and team performance.
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements.
• A proactive and hands-on approach.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with other departments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day Grounds & Maintenance operation across the resort.
• Manage, support and develop the Grounds & Maintenance team.
• Plan, prioritise and coordinate groundskeeping, planned maintenance and reactive repairs.
• Maintain high standards across gardens, landscaped areas, pathways and outdoor spaces.
• Ensure accommodation, buildings and facilities are maintained to required standards.
• Conduct regular inspections and identify areas requiring attention.
• Ensure preventative maintenance schedules and routine checks are completed.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Team leadership

Maintenance planning

Health & safety

Coordination

Tools

Groundskeeping equipment

Job description

Bath Mill Lodge Retreat, part of the Darwin Escapes group, is seeking an experienced Grounds & Maintenance Manager. You will lead the grounds and maintenance team, coordinate planned and reactive works, and ensure the resort is well presented, safe and guest-ready.

This hands-on role covers grounds, accommodation, buildings and facilities, with responsibilities for budget control, safety compliance and developing your operational leadership.