At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a small team in delivering grounds maintenance across Somerset and Dorset.
- Company: Join Glendale, a leader in green space management with nearly 35 years of experience.
- Benefits: Earn up to £13.50 per hour, enjoy ongoing training, and get a free gym membership.
- Other info: Great career progression opportunities and a supportive team environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in your community while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in grounds maintenance and a full UK driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 13.5 - 13.5 £ per hour.
Pay: up to £13.50 per hour
Glendale is a market leader in grounds maintenance, arboriculture, and landscaping. We are looking for a reliable and capable Team Leader to support the delivery of grounds maintenance works from our Taunton area, working across local contracts in Somerset and Dorset.
This role suits someone who is confident leading by example on site, takes pride in high standards of work, and can organise themselves and a small team to deliver tasks safely, efficiently, and to specification.
PA1 and PA6 qualifications are desirable.
The Opportunity
As a Team Leader, you will be responsible for leading a small grounds maintenance team (typically up to two operatives) and delivering programmed works across a range of sites. This is a hands-on role, combining practical grounds maintenance with responsibility for day-to-day organisation, productivity, and site standards.
You will work closely with your supervisor, manage daily workloads, operate machinery, and ensure that work is completed safely, on time, and to the expected quality. The role covers both summer and winter operations and requires a practical, organised approach to leading people and managing equipment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support a small grounds maintenance team on site
- Plan out workloads and ensure all allocated sites are completed
- Operate grounds maintenance machinery safely and efficiently
- Use ride-on, pedestrian, and tractor-mounted equipment where required
- Carry out daily checks, basic maintenance, and cleaning of machinery
- Monitor quality, safety, and productivity on site
- Report defects, issues, and site concerns promptly
- Act as the main point of contact for your team during the working day
The Person
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience in grounds maintenance and leading or mentoring others
- Is confident organising their own work and guiding a small team
- Has experience operating ride-on equipment (desirable)
- Has towing experience, or is willing to work towards it
- Understands safe working practices and machinery limitations
- Is reliable, proactive, and comfortable taking responsibility on site
- Communicates clearly with supervisors, colleagues, and clients
A full UK driving licence is essential. Machinery tickets or formal qualifications are desirable but not essential, as training can be provided.
What Glendale Can Offer
- Pay up to £13.50 per hour (DOE)
- Ongoing training and development, including machinery and towing
- Annual leave increasing with service
- Free gym membership for you and a nominated person
- Employee health cash plan
- Employee discount portal (travel, retail, leisure, days out)
- Pension scheme
- Long-term career progression opportunities
About Glendale
Glendale is one of the UK’s largest green space management service providers, with nearly 35 years’ experience delivering grounds maintenance, tree care, and landscaping services nationwide.
Operational Team Leader - Taunton employer: Parks for London
Glendale is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth, offering a competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including a performance-related bonus and free gym membership. Located in Stockport, the company fosters a supportive work culture that values communication and ambition, ensuring that employees have access to continuous training and development opportunities for genuine career progression.
