Grounds Maintenance Senior Team Leader

As Grounds Maintenance Senior Team Leader in Chislehurst, you will oversee and work alongside a small crew maintaining local landscapes to high standards. Reporting to the Contract Supervisor, your duties include grass cutting, strimming, hedge pruning, flower bed upkeep, and spraying across various sites. This permanent, full-time position pays £14.25 to £14.89 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. You will work Monday to Friday, 07:30-16:30. The role demands strong leadership, horticultural knowledge, and a commitment to quality. Bring your practical skills and supervisory experience to this hands on position, ensuring client satisfaction through meticulous grounds care.

Location: Chislehurst

Hourly Rate: £14.25-£14.89 per hour (or £14.25-£14.86 depending on experience and qualifications)

Contract type: Permanent, Full-time

Working hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 07:30-16:30

About the role

We are currently looking for a Senior Team Leader to join our Chislehurst team to ensure that high standards are met on our local contracts. Working closely with the Contract Supervisor, you will both lead and work alongside your small team keeping several grounds across Chislehurst and the surrounding areas in wonderful condition for our clients; through grass cutting, strimming, hedge pruning, flower bed maintenance, spraying and other horticultural duties as required. It s a great opportunity to develop your skills, gain valuable experience, and grow with us in a friendly and encouraging environment.

Requirements

• Great working knowledge of horticulture and grounds maintenance, including grass cutting (ride on and push mowers, strimmers), hedge cutting, planting, pesticide spraying and weeding.
• Experience working as a team leader within grounds maintenance or similar industries is beneficial.
• Pesticide spraying qualifications (PA1/PA2/PA6) highly advantageous.
• Good IT skills (experience with Microsoft Office and basic softwares).
• A strong health and safety mindset and adept at problem solving.
• Full UK Driving licence is essential.

Why join us

As the UK s leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same - and neither are our people. That s why we re committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. We re proud to have been recognised as Employer of the Year and Sustainable Company of the Year at this year s Landscaper Awards, reflecting our commitment to supporting our people while delivering a more sustainable future.

What we offer

We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship. Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals. Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment. We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times.

Benefits

• 21 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Full uniform and PPE provided.
• Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
• Support for personal and professional challenges.
• Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
• Resources to manage your finances andamp; secure your future.
• Colleague of the month and annual awards.
• Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
• Comprehensive resources and support.

About our client

We are Europe s largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we re a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry. We understand what it means to g