Grounds Maintenance Team Leader - Edinburgh Area

Manpower UK seeks a Grounds Maintenance Team Leader for a permanent position in Edinburgh, offering £14-£15 per hour. Working Monday to Friday, 07:00-16:30, you will supervise a small crew while actively contributing to tasks such as grass cutting with ride-on and pedestrian machinery, strimming, hedge trimming, shrub care, and litter collection. Candidates need prior grounds maintenance experience plus at least two years in a supervisory or team leader capacity within this sector or a related field. A safety-conscious approach and practical mindset are essential. Training will be provided to support your development in this role.

Grounds Maintenance Team Leader Location: Edinburgh Salary: £14-15 per hour Contract type: Permanent Working hours: Monday - Friday, 07:00 - 16:30

About the role

As a Team Leader you will be supervising your small team and working alongside them to provide various grounds maintenance services in Edinburgh. Grass cutting (ride on and pedestrian), strimming, shrub and border maintenance, hedge cutting, litter picking. This is a unique opportunity to enhance your career, be trained to a high standard and challenge yourself in an encouraging and friendly environment!

Requirements

• Prior experience within Grounds Maintenance with a can-do attitude and safety-conscious mindset.
• Previous experience in a Team Leader or Supervisor position within Grounds Maintenance or a similar industry, 2 year preferred.
• Ensure all tasks are completed to the required standard, with a good eye for detail.
• Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• The ability to be able to work independently but also as part of a wider team.
• Proficient in problem solving and dealing with complex situations.
• Reliable, energetic and enthusiastic with a determined, flexible and can-do attitude.
• Experience of Ride-On mower.
• A full valid UK driving licence is essential.
• PA1 and PA6 licences are an advantage.

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

• Career development: We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship.
• Collaborative team environment: Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals.
• Meaningful impact: Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment.

Benefits

• Annual leave: 21 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Full Workwear provided.
• Family-friendly policies: Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
• Employee Assistance Programmes: Support for personal and professional challenges.
• Voluntary benefits: Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
• Financial wellbeing support: Resources to manage your 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 support.

About our client

Our client are Europe''s largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone they are a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry. Our client understands 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 positi