Team Leader / Staff Supervisor

Summer Field Work; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a full-time Team Leader for outdoor fieldwork in Ipswich. The role involves supervising a dedicated team and managing various farming tasks, emphasizing communication and organizational skills. Training is provided for candidates lacking supervisory experience. This position is perfect for motivated individuals looking for a physical and rewarding challenge.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills essential.
• Experience leading or motivating a team preferred but training given.
• Living in East Suffolk preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create an inspiring team environment with open communication.
• Oversee day-to-day operations and monitor team performance.
• Motivate team members and resolve issues.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Self-motivation

Attention to detail

Ability to motivate staff

Education

Full UK driving license

First Aid certificate (advantage)

Job description

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With plenty of variety and working in the great outdoors, this is an exciting role if you're looking for a new challenge.

You will be leading your own dedicated specialist team, with the opportunity to add new skills and meet great people along the way.

You will work with and supervise one of our teams carrying out a variety of tasks, including field walking, sheeting, and other farming tasks.

Although this is straightforward, it can be very hard work & physically demanding. Excellent stamina is required. You will be responsible for supervising, managing, and motivating team members daily.

As the team leader, you will be the main point of contact for all team members, so your communication skills should be excellent. You should also be able to act proactively to ensure smooth team operations and effective collaboration.

If you have not had a supervisory role before, we will provide training. Minimal paperwork is involved, and no farming experience is required. If you can give instructions effectively and motivate staff, then this is the job for you.

The job is full-time (60 hours/week) from now until the end of the year, which to the right candidate could turn into an all-year-round position. You will need to commit to working the full season, Monday to Friday, with some Saturdays in peak periods. A full UK driving license is essential (as you will be driving one of our vehicles), and a First Aid certificate is an advantage.

You should already be living in East Suffolk, preferably near Woodbridge, Ipswich, or Needham Market.

Ultimately, you should lead by setting a good example and engage the team to achieve goals.

Responsibilities

• Create an inspiring team environment with open communication
• Set clear team goals
• Oversee day-to-day operations
• Monitor team performance and report on metrics
• Motivate team members
• Listen to team members’ feedback and resolve issues or conflicts
• Liaise & provide feedback to management
• Eligible to work in the UK (Right to Work check required)

Additional requirements:

• Full driving license (preferably clean)
• Smartphone with excellent internet connection
• Self-motivation, discipline & commitment
• Good organisational skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to motivate staff
• Excellent communication skills