Team Leader & Grounds Operative

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Team Leader & Grounds Operative to join our grounds maintenance team. This is a hands-on role requiring leadership capability combined with technical skills in horticulture.

• Lead and supervise a small team of grounds operatives ensuring high-quality service delivery.

• Carry out a full range of horticultural and grounds maintenance duties including mowing, strimming, hedge cutting, pruning, planting, and weed control.

• Operate machinery and equipment safely and efficiently (e.g., mowers, strimmers, hedge trimmers).

• Apply pesticides and herbicides in accordance with PA1/PA6 certifications.

• Conduct daily site checks and complete relevant documentation as required.

• Ensure health & safety procedures are followed at all times on-site.

• Provide on-the-job training and guidance to team members where necessary.

• Liaise professionally with clients and represent the company positively at all times.

• Full UK Driving Licence - essential (you will be required to drive company vehicles).

• Relevant horticultural qualifications (Level 2 or above preferred).

• PA1 & PA6 Spraying Certificates - essential.

• Previous grounds maintenance or landscaping experience.

• Ability to lead and motivate a team with strong communication skills.

• Good understanding of health & safety in grounds maintenance operations.

• Flexible and reliable with a positive and proactive approach to work.

• Experience in commercial grounds maintenance contracts.

• Additional machinery qualifications (e.g., chainsaw, ride-on mowers) beneficial.

Please call Ravi asap on (phone number removed)

RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.