Job Description
Job title: Grounds Maintenance Team Leader
Location: Queen Alexandra Hospital, Portsmouth
Hourly Rate: £12.40-£12.55
Contract type: Permanent, full-time
Working hours: Monday-Friday 7:00-15:30
About the role
As a Grounds Maintenance Team Leader, you will be responsible for grass cutting, strimming, hedge pruning, flower bed maintenance, spraying, and other groundskeeping tasks. You will lead and support a small team of Grounds Maintenance Operatives, ensuring the grounds are maintained to a high standard. This role offers an opportunity to develop leadership skills, gain valuable experience, and grow within a friendly and supportive environment.
Requirements
* Previous grounds maintenance experience is required.
* Experience using powered grounds maintenance machinery is preferred.
* A full valid UK driving license is essential, as the role involves working with a mobile team.
* A can-do attitude and safety-conscious mindset.
* Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
* PA1 and PA6 licenses are desirable but not essential.
Why join us?
As the UK's leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, we offer diverse projects and a supportive culture where everyone can thrive.
What we offer
* Career advancement through bespoke apprenticeship programmes, in-house training, coaching, and mentorship.
* A diverse and inclusive workplace with passionate colleagues.
* Opportunities to contribute to community and environmental projects.
* A comprehensive benefits package prioritising wellbeing and support.
Benefits
* Up to 21 days holiday plus bank holidays.
* Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
* Support for personal and professional challenges.
* Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
* Resources for financial management.
* Opportunities to support causes of your choice.
* Recognition through awards and incentives.
About idverde
We are Europe's largest grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, with over 3,000 colleagues in the UK. Founded in 1919, with a turnover of £250 million, we are committed to positive change and creating sustainable landscapes across the UK.
Grow with us and help create a greener future for all.
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