At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team in maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces and tackle hands-on tasks.
- Company: Join Europe's largest grounds maintenance provider with a rich history.
- Benefits: Earn £14-15 per hour, enjoy 21 days holiday, and access great perks.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive team culture and opportunities for career growth.
- Why this job: Make a difference outdoors while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in grounds maintenance and a valid UK driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 14 - 15 £ per hour.
Job Summary
As a Grounds Maintenance Team Leader in Edinburgh you will supervise a small crew while actively contributing to grounds upkeep tasks.
The role is permanent and offers a salary of £14-15 per hour with working hours Monday to Friday, 07:00 to 16:30.
Responsibilities
- Supervise a small team to provide various grounds maintenance services.
- Grass cutting using ride‑on and pedestrian mowers.
- Strimming, shrub and border maintenance, hedge cutting and litter picking.
- Ensure all tasks are completed to the required standard with a good eye for detail.
- Work independently and as part of a broader team, solving complex situations.
Qualifications
- Prior experience in grounds maintenance.
- At least two years in a supervisory or team leader capacity within grounds maintenance or a similar industry.
- Full valid UK driving licence (PA1 and PA6 licences are an advantage).
- Experience operating ride‑on mowers.
- Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Safety‑conscious mindset.
- Positive, energetic, enthusiastic and can‑do attitude.
Benefits
- Competitive salary of £14‑15 per hour.
- Career development through bespoke apprenticeship programmes, in‑house training academy and coaching.
- Collaborative team environment with a diverse and inclusive culture.
- Annual leave: 21 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- Full workwear provided.
- Family‑friendly policies: enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
- Employee Assistance Programmes for personal and professional challenges.
- Voluntary benefits: discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships and more.
- Financial wellbeing support: resources to manage finances.
- Recognition schemes: colleague of the month and annual awards.
- Volunteering policy: two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
- Mental health support: comprehensive resources and assistance.
- About the Client
Our client is Europe’s largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation.
Founded in 1919, with a turnover of £250 million, the company employs over 3,000 passionate colleagues and is committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.
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