Description
Grounds Maintenance Team Leader
Location: Merton
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: Up to £28,808 per year
Working Hours:
Position Overview: Our client is seeking a motivated and experienced Team Leader to join our grounds maintenance team in Merton. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating a team of grounds maintenance workers, ensuring tasks are completed to the highest standard and on schedule. You will play a key role in maintaining outdoor spaces, ensuring a clean, safe, and well-maintained environment for all users. A valid driving license is required for this position, as driving vehicles to various locations is an essential part of the role.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and supervise a team of grounds maintenance workers, providing guidance, support, and motivation to ensure tasks are completed efficiently.
* Plan, allocate, and monitor daily workloads, ensuring all tasks are completed on time and to the required standard.
* Ensure that grounds maintenance tasks, such as mowing, trimming, planting, and litter picking, are carried out effectively and safely.
* Monitor the health and condition of outdoor areas, recommending and implementing improvements where needed.
* Conduct regular inspections of team performance, offering constructive feedback and identifying areas for development.
* Ensure that all team members are trained and have the necessary tools and equipment to carry out their duties safely.
* Manage and maintain groundskeeping equipment, ensuring it is in good working order and properly stored.
* Handle administrative duties, such as completing reports, maintenance records, and managing supplies.
* Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, promoting a safe work environment for all team members.
* Liaise with clients, contractors, and other departments to ensure the successful execution of grounds maintenance tasks.
* Drive company vehicles to various sites to transport equipment and staff as needed.
Qualifications:
* Previous experience in a supervisory or team leader role, ideally in grounds maintenance, landscaping, or a related field.
* A valid driving license is required to operate company vehicles and transport staff/equipment to various sites.
* Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and guide a team.
* Knowledge of grounds maintenance practices, including mowing, pruning, planting, and turf care.
* Ability to operate and maintain groundskeeping equipment (training may be provided).
* Strong organisational skills and ability to plan and prioritise tasks effectively.
* Ability to manage multiple tasks and responsibilities simultaneously while ensuring quality standards.
* Good understanding of health and safety regulations and the ability to enforce safety practices on-site.
* A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to high-quality work.
Working Conditions:
* Outdoor work in varying weather conditions.
* Includes lifting, operating machinery, and manual tasks.
* Occasional weekend or evening work may be required to meet deadlines or for special events.
The role involves frequent driving between sites, so a valid driving license is required.
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