Job description:
Grounds Maintenance Team Leader – Up to £30,000 – Barnstaple
Our client based in the Barnstaple area are looking to recruit a Grounds Maintenance Team Leader to join their growing team.
You will be responsible for working alongside an operative to successfully complete a schedule and programme of works to specification.
Summer (Mar – Oct) – Monday to Friday – 9 Hours per day.
Winter (Nov- Feb) – Monday to Thursday – 8 Hours per day.
Key Tasks:
1. Ensuring the van is loaded correctly with kit and sundries for the day.
2. Working within the schedule and planning ahead for the week – Preventing any last minute problems and ensuring all scheduled works are completed.
3. Working to site specifications – Covering all outlined areas to the required standard.
4. Working in line with best horticultural practice.
5. Provide feedback where required to line manager.
6. Basic maintenance of vans and equipment.
7. Organising operatives workload.
8. Developing and mentoring operatives.
9. Ensure attendance, PPE, uniform and Health and Safety are all adhered to.
They are looking for –
10. 3 years minimum experience within grounds maintenance.
11. Proven strong horticulture knowledge and experience.
12. Good communication skills.
13. A practical mindset.
14. Experience of using a variety of commercial grounds maintenance equipment.
15. Someone who is reliable, adaptable and who can use their own initiative.
Desirable Skills –
A PA1 and PA6 spraying certificate.
Experience of using a trailer.
Basic fencing and landscaping experience.
Chainsaw and chipper licence