Working Supervisor

Talent Solutions - Idverde RPO; Catterick Garrison; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading grounds maintenance provider is seeking a motivated Working Supervisor for Catterick Garrison in the UK. The role involves ensuring high standards through effective horticultural practices and managing a team for various seasonal tasks. Ideal candidates should possess supervisory experience, knowledge of grounds care equipment, and a valid driving license. This permanent position offers a competitive hourly rate and a range of benefits to support personal and professional growth.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced maternity and parental leave

Access to retail and gym discounts

Competitive pension scheme

Annual awards and recognition

Qualifications

• Motivated individual with proven supervisory experience in grounds maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of grounds care equipment usage and maintenance.
• Possession of valid driving license is essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all designated areas meet high contract standards.
• Lead a team of up to 5 operatives in various grounds maintenance tasks.
• Maintain visually appealing landscapes throughout the year.

Skills

Supervisory experience in Grounds Maintenance

Use and maintenance of Ground care equipment

Tractor driving experience/license

Snow and ice clearance experience

Valid full driving license

PA1, PA2 & PA6 spraying certificate

Recent DBS (within 6 months)

Job description

Working Supervisor
Location: Catterick Garrison, North Yorkshire
Hourly Rate: £13.70
Contract type: Permanent
Working hours: Monday - Friday, 07:00 - 15:30

About the role

We are seeking a motivated Working Supervisor to join our team at Catterick Garrison, the largest British Army Garrison in the world. The primary responsibility of this role is to ensure that all designated areas meet high contract standards through effective horticultural practices and management. You will play a key role in creating and maintaining visually appealing landscapes.

The Working Supervisor will also be hands on, joining and leading a team of up to 5 or more Operatives with undertaking grass cutting, strimming, leaf blowing, hedge cutting and weed spraying in the summer and leaf collection, shrub work & maintenance and gritting in the winter.

Requirements

• Proven experience supervisory experience in Grounds Maintenance and meeting with customers & clients.
• Sound knowledge of use and maintenance of Ground care equipment.
• Tractor driving experience/license would be beneficial but idverde can support with this for the right person.
• Snow and ice clearance experience.
• Valid full driving license is essential.
• Hold a PA1, PA2 & PA6 spraying certificate.
• A valid DBS, dated within the last 6 months would be an advantage but idverde can support with one being obtained before starting.

Why join us?

As the UK's leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same - and neither are our people. That's why we're committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

What we offer

• We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship.
• Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals.
• Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment.
• We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times.

Benefits

• Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
• Support for personal and professional challenges.
• Access to discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
• Secure your future - competitive pension scheme and resources to manage your finances.
• Colleague of the month and annual awards.
• Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
• Comprehensive resources and support.

About idverde

We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry.

At idverde, we understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of £250 million, we're more than just a company - we're a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK.

Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all.