Horticultural Installations Supervisor

Rentokil Initial Group; Brentwood (MD); On-site; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Bonus & commission schemes

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

RI Rewards discounts

Overtime opportunities

Leads commission

EAP 24/7

Long service leave +5 days

Refer a friend bonus

Job summary

Urban Planters, part of Rentokil Initial, is recruiting a hands-on Horticultural Installations Supervisor to lead on-site teams and oversee installations across Greater London. You will spend most days in the field, coaching technicians, conducting quality checks, and working directly with clients to deliver outstanding service.

The role requires a Full UK Driving Licence, 1+ years in a technician role with leadership, and flexibility for varied hours, including out-of-hours coverage.

Qualifications

• Direct line management of Install Technicians.
• Quality audits and on-site installations.
• Support to sales on site surveys and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Direct line management, frontline coaching, and performance reviews for local Install Technicians.
• Lead active installations, carry out quality audits, manage equipment/stock logistics.
• Work with sales on site surveys, risk assessments, and issue resolution.
• Provide flexible support for maintenance and out-of-hours commitments.

Skills

Team Leadership

Field Supervision

Client Liaison

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Horticultural Installations Supervisor

Location: Brentwood Branch (covering Greater London)

Salary: £32,684 per annum + Overtime & Bonus (OTE)

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent (40 hrs/week), this role requires you to be flexible, start and finish times depend on customer requirements

About the Role

Are you a hands-on horticultural technician ready to step into field leadership?

Urban Planters is looking for an Horticultural Installation Supervisor to lead our on-site team, drive service excellence, and bring commercial spaces across London to life. Working closely with the Branch Operations Manager, you will spend at least 4 days a week in the field—leading teams, quality-checking installations, and working directly with clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Direct line management, frontline coaching, daily support, and performance reviews for local Install Technicians.
• On-Site Operations: Lead active installations, carry out quality audits, manage equipment/stock logistics, and ensure company standards
• Commercial & Technical Support: Work with sales on site surveys, risk assessments, and issues
• Operational Flexibility: Support maintenance teams and handle out-of-hours customer commitments when required.

What We're Looking For

• Full UK Driving Licence held for 2+ years (max 6 penalty points).
• 1+ years of experience in a Technician role with proven team leadership skills.
• Strong communication, resilience, and problem-solving abilities under pressure.
• Flexibility to work varied hours, including out-of-hours coverage.

• Background in planting, green walls, or irrigation systems.
• Service delivery management experience would be advantageous but is not essential as full training will be given

Why Join Urban Planters?

Part of Rentokil Initial, Urban Planters has been bringing workplaces to life since 1965. As a carbon-negative company, we combine the personal touch of a local branch with national-scale resources and top-tier safety (ISO 9001/14001/45001).

Your Rewards Package:

• Additional opportunities to earn more with regular bonus and commission schemes.
• Access to a company vehicle and fuel card.
• Salary grading system - linked to performance for those keen to develop their career within our business.
• Opportunity to contribute to a Private Healthcare scheme.
• Enrolment in our company pension scheme.
• Exciting discounts and cashback offers from over 3,000 retailers with RI Rewards.
• Overtime opportunities - potential to earn extra in overtime to meet the needs of our customers.
• Leads Commission scheme available - although this isn't a sales job, we appreciate and reward you for passing on sales leads.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - free to access and available 24/7 to you, your family, and friends.
• Long service recognition - includes an extra five days of annual leave entitlement after five years of service.
• Refer a Friend - earn up to £1,000 for referring someone to work for Rentokil Initial.

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