Horticulture Team Lead

4 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom HL Services Full time

London Contract Supervisor Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled Contract Supervisor to oversee our day-to-day operations in Greater London. The ideal candidate will have two years' experience in a similar role and hold a NVQ 4 certificate in Amenity Horticulture or equivalent.

About the Role:

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team and take your career to the next level. As a Contract Supervisor, you will be responsible for managing a diverse range of work streams, including grounds maintenance, soft landscape installations, and more.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage the day-to-day running of contracts within Greater London via a diverse range of work streams, including grounds maintenance, soft landscape installations, living walls, irrigation systems, water features & ponds, through to Christmas installations.
  • Lead and motivate staff to full potential and to management plans and objectives.
  • Conduct staff appraisals and development opportunities for team members.
  • Write method statements and risk assessments.
  • Staff salaries, temps, and sub-contractors.
  • Tools, staff training, uniform, PPE etc.
  • Contract income and additional works.
  • Perform maintenance checks and ensure safe use of company vehicles and equipment.
  • Assist with identification for new business and additional works.
  • Handle electronic and phone enquiries.

Requirements:

  • Two years' experience as a team-leader/manager or contract supervisor within a similar environment.
  • NVQ 4 certificate in Amenity Horticulture - in work training considered.
  • Health and Safety training.
  • Flexible approach with excellent interpersonal, organisational, and time management skills.
  • Sound horticultural knowledge to identify problems and instigate solutions.
  • Knowledge of administrative and MS Office software, particularly Excel.
  • Full clean driving licence.

Salary and Benefits:

  • £48,000 - £58,000 per annum, depending on experience.
  • Discretionary annual bonus.
  • 28 days annual leave (includes bank holidays), plus an additional birthday day off after one year's continuous service.
  • Pension scheme.
  • Company vehicle, phone, and market-leading machinery provided.
  • Company uniform and PPE provided.
  • Investment in training and development.


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