Grounds Maintenance Team Leader

Make your application after reading the following skill and qualification requirements for this position. We are currently looking for a Grounds Maintenance Team Leader to join Sovini Property Services part of The Sovini Group. Fully committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion; we promote a positive culture of valuing and celebrating diversity and accepting and including people regardless of their personal characteristics or circumstances. Whoever you are, you can expect to be treated fairly, with respect and free from discrimination. Inclusivity matters We recognise candidates may have diverse needs, and we will always look to support this throughout the process. If you have got the talent, the potential, the drive and determination there is a place for you at The Sovini Group. This position is a permanent opportunity As a Grounds Maintenance Team Leader, you will be expected to: Carry out Grounds maintenance works to domestic and communal grassed areas which Sovini Property Services manage. Duties amongst other things will include grass cutting, hedge trimming, strumming, pruning and bed work. Supervise other team members and manage workloads efficiently. Assist in the monitoring and managing of any sub-contractors used. Assist in the maintenance and cleaning of all plant and machinery where possible. Adhere to contract programmes and ensure target times are achieved. Provide regular updates on progress to works completed to management staff. Commit to equality and diversity and to promote non-discriminatory practices in all aspects of work undertaken. Adhere with the Health and Safety at Work Act to take reasonable care of own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts and omissions. To be successful in a Grounds Maintenance Team Leader role, the skills you will need : Level 2 qualification in Horticulture. PA1 and PA6 Qualification. Full, clean driving license preferably with category BE allowing you to tow a trailer. Please highlight if you have this on the application form. Ability to work independently and unsupervised and demonstrate initiative and acceptance of responsibility. Excellent organisation skills including the ability to prioritise and manage own workload, meet deadlines and achieve targets. Ability to liaise effectively with people at all levels within the organisation and externally. A high level of self-motivation, enthusiasm Commitment to customer care and the provision of a high-quality service. Good overall standard of education. Excellent communication skills, able to communicate across multiple channels including Microsoft Teams, Face to Face and Email. To demonstrate The Sovini Groups values in your day-to-day job role Success, Passion, Authenticity, Courage, Enterprise. So, if you are looking for a Grounds Maintenance Team Leader role with: Competitive salary - £28,512.52 Hours 40 per week 22 days holiday increasing with service. Festive shutdown (34 days taken from holiday entitlement). Fantastic, matched pension contributions up to 8%. Life Assurance for every colleague, peace of mind ensuring your loved ones are cared for. Career development through bespoke L&D programmes. Cycle 2 Work Scheme. Corporate discount scheme. Award-winning health & wellbeing support. 24/7 GP access, EAP, financial wellbeing tools & more. Apply online via our website today! Please note we do not accept approaches from recruitment agencies and only applications made via our website will be accepted. Closing date 15th April 2026 Please note that shortlisting may take place prior to the advert closing, if a high volume of suitable applicants has applied, the advert may close early. xehkeey Please do not hesitate to submit your application.