2 months contract with a Local Authority Job Summary: • We are seeking a motivated and experienced Grasscutter Team Leader to oversee grounds maintenance tasks across public spaces. • The successful candidate will manage a small team responsible for grass cutting and related outdoor work, ensuring that green spaces are kept to a high standard. • This is a temporary assignment, working 40 hours per week over the summer season. Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample): • Lead a team of grounds maintenance operatives carrying out grass cutting duties in parks, cemeteries, verges and other public spaces. • Allocate daily tasks, monitor productivity and report any issues to management. • Operate ride-on and pedestrian grass cutting machinery, strimmers, and other hand tools. • Ensure all health and safety regulations are followed by the team, reporting any accidents or near-misses. • Carry out routine maintenance and basic checks on equipment and machinery. • Liaise with members of the public and represent the service in a polite and professional manner. • Assist with general grounds maintenance duties as required. Skills/Experience: • Previous experience in a grounds maintenance or landscaping role is essential. • Proven experience supervising or leading a team in an outdoor or manual labour setting. • Competent in operating grass cutting machinery and tools. Good understanding of health and safety requirements for outdoor work. • Ability to plan and organise workloads efficiently. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Additional Information: • Full UK driving licence is desirable and may be required for certain locations. • This is a full-time temporary role working 40 hours per week, typically Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 17:30.