Training Area Supervisor

Landmarc Support Services; Wareham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A support services provider for Defence seeks a motivated Training Area Supervisor to ensure training areas are safe and well maintained. You will lead a team, manage contractors, and support military training operations. Essential skills include line management, communication, and health and safety knowledge. This permanent role offers a salary of £32,663.75 - £37,688.96 and various benefits, promoting career growth and employee well-being.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Health cash plan

Professional development support

Family-friendly policies

Sick pay

Qualifications

• Proven line management experience with strong communication skills.
• Knowledge of landscape maintenance and safe working practices.
• Familiarity with workload scheduling and work order processes.
• Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office and bespoke software).
• Solid understanding of Health & Safety (COSHH, manual handling, IOSH Managing Safely).
• A full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire your team, overseeing daily operations.
• Monitor usage and ensure facilities are well maintained.
• Deliver essential maintenance tasks across the Defence Training Estate.
• Manage contractors and oversee reactive and planned work.
• Ensure compliance, conduct risk assessments, and maintain records.
• Promote continuous improvement and environmental best practices.

Skills

Line management experience

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of landscape maintenance

Strong IT skills

Understanding of Health & Safety

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Salary: £32,663.75 - £37,688.96 (DOE)

Contract: Permanent, Full Time, Mon – Fri, 37 hrs P/W

Multi-Site Role: Covering Bovington Training Area (BH20 6JA) and Lulworth Ranges (BH20 5QF)

Landmarc Support Services are proud to offer an exciting opportunity for a motivated Training Area Supervisor to join our team on the Defence Training Estate.

This is a chance to play a vital role in supporting UK Defence by ensuring training areas and ranges are safe, well maintained, and fit for purpose. You’ll be leading a team, managing contractors, and delivering high-quality service that directly supports military training operations.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire your team, overseeing daily operations including performance, attendance, welfare, and capability
• Monitor usage and ensure facilities are maintained to the highest standards
• Deliver essential maintenance tasks across the Defence Training Estate
• Manage contractors and oversee reactive and planned work to meet customer needs
• Ensure compliance, conduct risk assessments, and maintain accurate records
• Promote continuous improvement and environmental best practices
• Support your team and take on additional tasks to ensure smooth operations

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven line management experience with strong communication skills
• Knowledge of landscape maintenance and safe working practices
• Familiarity with workload scheduling and work order processes
• Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office and bespoke software)
• Solid understanding of Health & Safety (COSHH, manual handling, IOSH Managing Safely)
• A full UK driving licence is essential to carry out the duties of this role

Why Join Us?

• A role with purpose and impact, supporting the UK Defence Training Estate
• Opportunities for career growth and developmentA supportive environment where your leadership matters
• Commitment to sustainability and continuous improvement

*Please note that all interview-related correspondence will be sent via email. We recommend regularly checking your inbox, including your junk folder.

Join Landmarc and Enjoy a Competitive Salary Plus Outstanding Benefits!

At Landmarc, we value our employees and go beyond just offering a competitive salary.We’re proud to provide a range of exceptional benefits designed to support your well‑being, career growth, and work‑life balance. Here are just some of the highlights:

Pension

• Join our company stakeholder pension scheme, with contributions of up to 8% of your salary from Landmarc.

Generous Holiday Entitlement

• Enjoy 25 days of annual leave pro-rata.
• Your holiday allowance grows with your continued service.
• Want more time off? You can purchase up to 10 additional days each year for greater flexibility.

Other Amazing Benefits

• Edenred Savings Scheme: Unlock exclusive discounts and savings for you and your family.
• Annual Salary Review: Conducted in consultation with our recognised Trade Unions to ensure fairness.
• Life Assurance: Insured for three times your annual salary to provide peace of mind for your loved ones.
• Health Cash Plan: Access health benefits for you and your family (add up to four children under 24 to your policy).
• Professional Development: Reimbursement of professional fees and support for ongoing training.
• Family-Friendly Policies: Supporting you during life’s important moments.
• Sick Pay: Sick pay starts after just 6 months of service.

At Landmarc, we don’t just offer benefits – we invest in your future, your well‑being, and your career. Join us today and take advantage of everything we have to offer!

About the Company

Landmarc provides the support services that enable Armed Forces from around the world to prepare for frontline military operations across the UK Defence Training Estate (DTE).This includes maintaining and delivering safe and sustainable infrastructure, managing and operating training areas and ranges and delivering multi-million pound projects to improve vital training assets.

By joining Landmarc you will be supporting our vision to provide the best training experience we can for our Armed Forces.We are the first and only Special Purpose Vehicle to be contracted by the Ministry of Defence (MOD) as their Industry Partner on the UK Defence Training Estate and the only company that is solely dedicated to the UK DTE, delivering essential support services since 2003.