Are you passionate about ground keeping, teamwork, and delivering exceptional service? Vertas is looking for a dedicated Grounds Team Leader to join our Facilities Team.
Who are Vertas? Vertas delivers trusted, integrated facilities management solutions across Great Britain. Our team of 5,000 colleagues provides a comprehensive range of facilities services, including cleaning, catering, property design, recruitment, transport, and environmental management. You'll find us putting the customer at the heart of everything we do, while prioritising our colleagues' health, safety and wellbeing.
About the Role: Based in Derbyshire, including Derby, Burton upon Trent, Chesterfield, Ilkeston and Long Eaton you will be working 37.5 hours per week Mon - Fri, 52 weeks per year. You'll play a key role in maintaining public spaces such as parks, office grounds, and local grass verges among other areas, ensuring that all are kept neat and tidy and to the highest standard.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supervision of grounds team
- Liaising with customers while on site
- Organising the day
- General maintenance of site
- Grass cutting, pruning, leaf collection, weeding, etc.
- Use of a range of hand and powered equipment and ride-on mowers
The successful applicant will be:
- Highly motivated
- Experienced in commercial or amenity grounds maintenance
- Good communication and liaison skills
Desirable:
- Knowledge of fine turf surfaces
- Understanding of the technical aspects of grounds maintenance, i.e., specifications and health and safety requirements
- Good plant knowledge
- Horticultural qualification
- Experience of towing a trailer
- Experience in Grounds Maintenance
- PA1 & PA6
Apply Today If you're ready to bring your skills to a company that values people and places, apply now and start your journey with Vertas.
Grounds Team Leader employer: Schools Choice
Schools’ Choice is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values teamwork and dedication. Located at the North Wales Police HQ Canteen in Colwyn Bay, employees benefit from a friendly environment and the opportunity to contribute to the community through quality food service. With flexible part-time hours and a focus on employee growth, this role is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a balanced work-life schedule.
