Team Leader - Grounds Maintenance

Chappell Enterprises UK; Banstead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Van to take home

Paid travel time

Job summary

Chappell Enterprises UK is seeking a proactive Team Leader to oversee mobile grounds maintenance on commercial sites. You will start at 6am, collect your assistant, and visit multiple sites to perform mowing, hedge cutting, strimming, litter picking, and other tasks.

You will manage a small team, liaise with clients to ensure satisfaction, and uphold safety and quality standards. A full UK driving licence is essential, and the role offers the convenience of taking the company van home.

Qualifications

• Must have proven grounds maintenance experience.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Full UK driving licence is required.
• Ability to start work at 6am and manage early travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to perform grounds maintenance on commercial sites.
• Conduct mowing, hedge cutting, strimming, and litter picking.
• Perform internal plant care tasks such as pruning and watering.
• Liaise with site clients to ensure satisfaction and address concerns.
• Maintain high safety and quality standards in all tasks.

Skills

Grounds maintenance experience

Leadership

Driving licence

Job description

At A Glance

• Job Title: Team Leader
• Location: Banstead/Epsom
• Salary: £30,000 - £31,000 per annum
• Job Type: Full-time
• Start Date: Immediate
• Sector: Grounds Maintenance
• Key Requirements: Proven experience in grounds maintenance, leadership skills, clean UK driving licence

Please note - A fullUK Driving Licence is required for you to be considered for this position.

Are you a skilled grounds maintenance professional with a knack for leadership? Do you enjoy working outdoors, ensuring that commercial sites are maintained to the highest standards? Our client, a leader in creating and maintaining green spaces, is seeking a dedicated and proactive Team Leader to join their team. This role offers the unique benefit of taking the company van home, providing convenience and flexibility.

About Our Client:

Our client is committed to enhancing communities through the creation of vibrant, sustainable green spaces. They focus on horticultural excellence and environmental stewardship, aiming to improve the mental and physical wellbeing of the communities they serve.

About the Role:

As a Team Leader, you will oversee mobile grounds maintenance on commercial sites. Starting your day at 6am, you will collect your assistant and head to various sites. Your responsibilities will include pedestrian mowing, hedge cutting, strimming, litter picking, and general grounds maintenance. Some sites may also require internal plant care and general maintenance tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a team to perform grounds maintenance on commercial sites.
• Conduct pedestrian mowing, hedge cutting, strimming, and litter picking.
• Perform internal plant care tasks such as pruning and watering.
• Liaise with site clients to ensure satisfaction and address any concerns.
• Maintain high standards of safety and quality in all tasks.
• Manage daily schedules and ensure timely completion of tasks.

Requirements:

Essential -

• Proven experience in grounds maintenance.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• FullUK driving licence.
• Ability to start work at 6am and manage early travel.
• Excellent communication skills for client interaction.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Desirable -

• Experience with commercial grounds maintenance.
• Familiarity with horticultural practices.
• Basic knowledge of plant care and maintenance.

Why Join our Client?

• Competitive salary with the convenience of taking the van home.
• Paid travel time from 6am.
• Work in a role that positively impacts communities.
• Opportunity to lead a dedicated team.
• Engage in diverse tasks, both external and internal.

Chappell Enterprises UK is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and are a Disability Confident Employer, offering interviews to disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.