TEAM LEADER & GROUNDS MAINTENANCE OPERATIVES – DORCHESTER

UK LANDSCAPES LTD; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Mobile iPad

Full PPE and tools supplied

Training and development

Job summary

A landscaping company is seeking a Team Leader & Grounds Maintenance Operative to manage operations across various sites. The ideal candidate will have experience leading teams in grounds maintenance and be proficient in using power tools. Responsibilities include providing excellent customer service and executing maintenance tasks effectively. The role offers a salary up to £40,000 per year plus benefits such as a company van and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a small team.
• Commercial grounds maintenance or landscaping experience.
• Valid driving licence.
• Ability to work independently or within a small team.

Responsibilities

• Manage a small team of mobile grounds maintenance operatives.
• Plan and execute planned maintenance across multiple sites.
• Provide excellent customer service to ensure client satisfaction.

Skills

Team management

Customer service

Proficiency in using hand-held power tools

Excellent communication

Tools

Petrol mowers

Strimmers

Hedge cutters

Job description

Team Leader & Grounds Maintenance Operative – Dorchester

Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum.

Region: Dorchester.

Closing Date: 31/08/2025.

Job Summary: Team Leader & Grounds Maintenance Operative required for the start of the new season (March). The role involves mobile operations across multiple commercial sites including retail parks, supermarkets, offices, schools, colleges, parks, and open spaces. The candidate will lead a small team, deliver planned and reactive maintenance, and maintain customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a small team of mobile grounds maintenance operatives.
• Plan and execute planned maintenance and reactive work across multiple sites.
• Provide excellent customer service to ensure client satisfaction.
• Use hand-held power tools (petrol mowers, strimmers, hedge cutters, etc.) safely and efficiently.
• Maintain vehicle and equipment, perform vehicle checks.
• Carry out customer service interaction and maintain good client relationships.

Requirements:

• Experience managing a small team.
• Commercial grounds maintenance or landscaping experience.
• Proficiency in using hand-held power tools.
• Valid driving licence.
• Ability to work independently or within a small team.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Benefits:

• Permanent position.
• Company van, mobile iPad, full PPE, tools, and equipment supplied.
• Annualised hours programme of 48 hr per week, pay £30,000–£40,000 plus potential overtime premium.
• Training, development, and rewards for hard work.

Equal Opportunity Employer: UK Landscapes Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Employer with no discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, race, religion, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation. Applications are welcome from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.