General Manager

General Manager – Grounds Maintenance

Salary – £50k -£60k per annum, plus car allowance or company vehicle and a performance-related bonus scheme

Location: Northampton, United Kingdom

Contract type: Permanent

Working hours: 40 hours per week

Are you a proven leader with experience in managing operational teams and contracts within grounds maintenance or related sectors? This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic General Manager to oversee the successful delivery of high-profile landscaping contracts across Northampton and surrounding areas.

In this role, you will lead a large, multi-site operation, ensuring the highest standards of service delivery, client satisfaction, team leadership, and commercial performance. You’ll report directly to the Operations Director and play a key role in shaping the growth and success of the contracts.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and day-to-day operational management across multiple sites
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted point of contact
• Lead and develop a motivated, high-performing team
• Monitor financial performance, including budget setting, forecasting, and reporting
• Ensure robust compliance with health & safety legislation and internal policies
• Identify and implement improvements to enhance service quality and efficiency

Key Requirements

• Experience in a senior leadership role within grounds maintenance, landscaping, construction, facilities management, or a related field
• Strong knowledge of multi-site contract management and operational delivery
• Proficiency in IT systems, especially for financial and performance reporting
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative leadership style
• Full UK driving licence

What’s on Offer

• A leadership role with strategic impact and scope for development
• Car allowance or company car
• Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Access to a healthcare cash plan (optional)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounts on a range of retail, leisure, and travel services
• Support for financial wellbeing
• Company pension scheme
• Recognition awards and employee appreciation schemes
• Volunteering days to support community initiatives
• Access to mental health resources and wellbeing support

This is an excellent opportunity to lead a respected contract operation, support public realm excellence, and make a meaningful contribution to communities and green spaces.

If you\’re ready to take the next step in your leadership career, we’d love to hear from you.