Senior Grounds Supervisor Cambridge
Take the lead in creating and maintaining outstanding outdoor spaces in Cambridge. We are seeking a motivated Senior Grounds Supervisor who enjoys working outdoors, thrives on variety, and is ready to lead a team that takes pride in delivering high-quality work.
This is an excellent opportunity to combine hands-on grounds maintenance with team leadership. You will play a key role in ensuring safe, attractive, and well-maintained environments throughout the year. From organising daily operations to supporting staff development and managing seasonal demands, this is a dynamic and rewarding position.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise and support grounds staff in their daily activities
Plan, organise, and allocate work across grounds and gardens
Carry out practical grounds maintenance tasks, including grass cutting, hedge trimming, planting, weeding, digging, and shrub care
Ensure all areas are maintained to a high standard, remaining safe, tidy, and presentable
Conduct health and safety checks and complete risk assessments
Support seasonal duties such as gritting and weather-related inspections
Assist with training, coaching, and developing team members
Liaise with managers, contractors, and other teams as required
What Youll Bring
Essential:
Experience supervising a team within a grounds maintenance environment
Strong practical grounds maintenance skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Good understanding of health and safety practices
Full, clean driving licence
Desirable:
HNC (or equivalent) in Horticulture
PA1 and PA6 spraying certificates
IOSH health and safety qualification
Basic tree inspection qualification
Whats on Offer
Salary: £31,236 £35,608 per annum
Full-time, permanent position
36.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
A varied and rewarding role with real responsibility
The opportunity to lead a skilled team and make a visible impact every day
If youre looking for more than a standard grounds role and want the chance to lead, develop others, and make a genuine difference, this role offers an exciting opportunity in a vibrant Cambridge setting.
We endeavour to reply to every candidate, every time but if you havent heard back within 10 days, please understand that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position, or the position has been filled.
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