Krinkels UK Ltd deliver grounds maintenance services for local authorities and housing associations maintaining parks and green open spaces across our region. Our aim is to provide sustainable outcomes for the local communities in which we work through our commitment, experience and innovative service delivery.
About the role
We are seeking a highly capable Contract Manager to oversee our Livingston grounds maintenance contract. In this pivotal role, you will:
* Take full operational ownership of the contract, balancing client priorities, high standards and efficient team performance.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring their needs are met and exceeded.
* Lead and motivate your team—setting clear priorities, managing your own workload while empowering others to deliver excellence.
* Be accountable for health & safety, quality of service, productivity and continuous improvement across your contracted areas.
You’ll succeed in this role if you
* Bring recent, relevant experience managing front-line operations in grounds maintenance or a similar service environment.
* Are confident working directly with clients, understanding and meeting their requirements while maintaining high service standards.
* Are an effective people leader, able to set direction, prioritise tasks, manage your own time and enable your team to succeed.
* Possess excellent communication skills—able to influence, negotiate and collaborate across all levels of the business and external stakeholders.
* Are committed to health & safety and service excellence, and comfortable introducing improvements and new ways of working.
If you’re ready to lead by example and deliver transformative results within a demanding but rewarding environment.
How to apply
Please submit your CV along with a brief cover letter outlining how you meet the role requirements no later than 21st November 2025.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Education:
* Certificate of Higher Education (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
* NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant discipline (required)
* Driving Licence (required)
* IOSH Managing Safely (3-day course) or equivalent (preferred)
Salary: £39000-43000