Grounds Maintenance Team Leader - Bowling Green & Sports Pitch
Location: Aberdeen
Hourly Rate: -14 to -15 (dependant on experience and qualifications)
Contract type: Permanent, Full-Time
Working hours: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, Seasonal Working Hours (earlier days in Summer, later days in Winter)

About the role

We are looking for a Grounds Maintenance Team Leader to join our team and tend grounds for our clients'' local sporting grounds and bowling greens. You will join and lead a small team in keeping the greens & sporting areas in wonderful condition through mowing, weeding, turf management, pesticide spraying, litter picking and any other related horticultural duties. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience and grow with us in a friendly and encouraging environment!

Requirements

• Previous Grounds Maintenance experience required, with leadership experience within Grounds Maintenance highly desirable.
• Motivated with a strong understanding of maintaining high standards.
• Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Can-do attitude and safety-conscious mindset.
• Ability to flexibly work during tournament season.
• A full valid UK driving licence is essential.
• Fine Turf Qualification and PA1 & PA6 Tickets advantageous but not 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.

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 workwear and PPE provided.
• Support for personal and professional challenges.
• Access to discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
• Secure your future - resources to manage your finances.
• Colleague of the month and annual awards.
• Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
• 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 grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of -250 million, we''re more than just a company - we''re a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK.

Grow with us, and together we''ll create a greener future for all.