TEAM LEADER & GROUNDS MAINTENANCE OPERATIVES – EDINBURGH

UK LANDSCAPES LTD; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Mobile iPad

Full PPE

Training and development

Job summary

A well-established grounds maintenance organisation in Edinburgh seeks Team Leaders & Grounds Maintenance Operatives. The role involves managing teams and performing maintenance across various commercial sites. Candidates need a background in grounds maintenance, a valid driver’s license, and proficiency with power tools. Competitive salary up to £40,000 per annum offered.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a small team.
• Commercial grounds maintenance or landscaping background.
• Valid driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage a small team of grounds maintenance operatives.
• Lead mobile rounds across multiple sites.
• Conduct vehicle and equipment checks.

Skills

Team management

Customer service

Proficiency with hand-held power tools

Ability to work independently

Tools

Petrol mowers

Strimmers

Hedge cutters

Job description

TEAM LEADER & GROUNDS MAINTENANCE OPERATIVES – EDINBURGH

Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum
Region: Edinburgh
Closing Date: 31/08/2025

Role Overview

Team leader and mobile grounds maintenance operative positions for the start of the new season (March). The role is based in Edinburgh and surrounding areas, with a mobile work environment on multiple commercial sites such as retail parks, supermarkets, offices, schools & colleges, and public parks.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a small team of grounds maintenance operatives.
• Lead mobile rounds across multiple sites, performing planned maintenance and reactive work.
• Ensure customer service interactions to maintain client satisfaction.
• Conduct vehicle and equipment checks.
• Work independently or within a small team to meet site requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience managing a small team.
• Commercial grounds maintenance or landscaping background.
• Proficiency with hand‑held power tools (petrol mowers, strimmers, hedge cutters, etc.).
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.

What We Offer

• Permanent positions and further opportunities for the right candidate.
• Company van, mobile iPad, full PPE, tools, and equipment supplied.
• Pay range £30k‑£40k based on 48 hr per week (annualised hours programme); overtime may be available at a premium rate but not guaranteed.
• Training and development, strong core values, and a positive working environment.

Company

UK Landscapes Ltd is a well‑established grounds maintenance organisation with a strong nationwide presence, offering training and development and rewarding hard work. The organization promotes a good working environment for its people.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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