Team Leader

Versons Garden Services Ltd; Ringwood; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Versons Garden Services Ltd is seeking a Team Leader for a full-time, on-site role in Ringwood to oversee day-to-day commercial grounds maintenance across multiple sites. You will plan tasks, supervise quality of work, and ensure safety and efficiency on every visit.

You will operate and oversee grounds maintenance equipment, coordinate site visits, and maintain clear communication with clients and office staff.

Qualifications

• Experience in grounds maintenance or landscaping, including grass cutting, hedge and shrub care, weed control, and exterior cleaning.
• Strong team leadership skills, with the ability to supervise, motivate, and train team members while managing daily workloads and priorities.
• Practical knowledge of operating and maintaining grounds maintenance equipment, with a commitment to safe working practices.
• Good communication and customer service skills, able to represent the company professionally with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, with sound time management and attention to detail.
• Full UK driving licence and reliable transport to Ringwood and surrounding areas.
• Previous experience in commercial grounds maintenance or site care is highly beneficial.
• Basic understanding of health and safety regulations relevant to grounds work; formal training or certifications are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Plan and allocate tasks for the team across sites.
• Supervise quality of work and ensure safety and standards.
• Operate and oversee use of grounds maintenance equipment.
• Coordinate site visits and communicate with clients and office staff.
• Monitor schedules and report issues or needs.
• Train and guide team members on duties and procedures.
• Maintain basic records such as job notes and equipment checks.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Time management

Job description

Company Description Versons Garden Services Ltd delivers professional commercial grounds maintenance and complete site care across Dorset and Hampshire. The company supports a wide range of managed properties, including residential developments, apartment blocks, estates, hotels, pubs, bars, and other commercial premises. Services cover routine grounds maintenance, lawn care, hedge and shrub work, weed control, seasonal tasks, pressure washing, exterior cleaning, and communal area upkeep. Versons Garden Services Ltd focuses on reliable scheduled visits, consistent quality standards, professional presentation, and long-term client relationships. Operations span Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch, Ferndown, Ringwood, New Milton, and surrounding areas.

Role Description The Team Leader role is a full-time, on-site position based in Ringwood, overseeing day-to-day grounds maintenance activities across commercial sites. This role includes planning and allocating tasks for the team, supervising quality of work, and ensuring jobs are completed safely, efficiently, and to agreed standards. The Team Leader will operate and oversee use of grounds maintenance equipment, coordinate site visits, and maintain clear communication with clients and office staff. Responsibilities include monitoring schedules, reporting issues or site needs, training and guiding team members, and promoting professional conduct and presentation on every visit. The role also involves basic record-keeping such as job completion notes, equipment checks, and adherence to health and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience in grounds maintenance or landscaping, including grass cutting, hedge and shrub care, weed control, and general exterior cleaning.
• Strong team leadership skills, with the ability to supervise, motivate, and train team members while managing daily workloads and priorities.
• Practical knowledge of operating and maintaining grounds maintenance equipment and tools, with a commitment to safe working practices.
• Good communication and customer service skills, able to represent the company professionally with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, with sound time management and attention to detail.
• Full UK driving licence and reliable transport to Ringwood and surrounding areas.
• Previous experience in commercial grounds maintenance or site care is highly beneficial.
• Basic understanding of health and safety regulations relevant to grounds work; formal training or certifications are an advantage.