Rural Team Leader

Landmarc Solutions; Richmond; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading services provider for the Armed Forces is seeking a Rural Team Leader to manage a team responsible for rural maintenance tasks at Wathgill Camp. The ideal candidate should have experience in rural environments, strong leadership skills, and a good knowledge of health and safety protocols. This permanent role offers a competitive salary of £30,869.34 annually and requires the ability to operate relevant machinery and tools. Join us to support the vital work of our Armed Forces.

Benefits

Pension scheme with up to 8% contributions

25 days annual leave

Health Cash Plan

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Experience working in a rural environment.
• Previous leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate a team as the first line manager.
• Ensure the Rural Training Estate is fit for purpose.
• Conduct risk assessments and maintenance reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Health & Safety knowledge

Excellent communication

Chainsaw operation

IT proficiency

Education

Qualifications in Chainsaw Operations

Qualifications in Operating Plant & Machinery

Tools

Tractors with attachments

Forestry equipment

Job description

# Rural Team Leader## Job IntroductionLandmarc Support Services is seeking a motivated Team Leader to join our dynamic rural team based at Wathgill Camp and other locations in the North East. In this role, you will lead a group of rural operatives dedicated to the upkeep and maintenance of the Defence Training Estate. Typical tasks will be Track Repairs/Fencing and Wall Repairs/Forestry working including dealing with windblown trees and other various rural tasks to ensure a safe, efficient and sustainable place for our Armed Forces train.We are looking for a someone with experience working in a rural maintenance industry or leading a high-performing team in a similar environment. **Shifts run between:** Monday - Friday between 07:30 and 17:30**Hours of work:**37 per week**Contract:**Permanent**Location:** Wathgill Camp, Wathgill, Richmond, North Yorkshire, DL11 6AH**Interviews will be held on:** Week commencing Monday 16th March**\*Please note that all interview-related correspondence will be sent via email. We recommend regularly checking your inbox, including your junk folder.****Main Responsibilities**To be responsible for coordinating a team as the first line manager by being the first point of contact, task allocation and work checking. This includes conducting work place talks, coordinating annual leave requests, overtime claims, informal Staff management and Performance development progress meetings. Monitoring of rural equipment & materials.Operations – To ensure that the Rural Training Estate is fit for purpose in accordance with the Training Estate Support Contract. Works include:* Operation of rural plant & machinery, including tractors with attachments* General rural estate maintenance: Tree works, fencing, strimming, planting, track works, dry stone walling, and other rural tasks* Adherence to Health & Safety procedures, including risk assessments, safe systems of work, manual handling, COSHH requirement* Reporting defects and other reactive maintenance* To complete all relevant documentation utilising both IT and paper-based systems**The Ideal Candidate*** Experience of working in a rural environment* Previous leadership experience* Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to engage at all levels* Strong knowledge of Health & Safety protocols, including COSHH, manual handling, and risk assessments* Experience working with Chainsaws and other forestry equipment* Experience in land-based working* Familiarity with estate services, grounds maintenance, and plant machinery operations* IT proficiency, including Microsoft Office and database management* A valid UK manual driving licence is essential for this role**Desirable Knowledge / Qualifications*** Qualifications in Chainsaw Operations* Qualifications in Operating Plant & Machinery such as Tractors with Attachments/Machinery used in Track Works* Qualifications in Forestry Works/Machinery* Qualifications/Experience in Team Leadership**Join Landmarc and Enjoy a Competitive Salary Plus Outstanding Benefits!**At Landmarc, we value our employees and go beyond just offering a competitive salary. We’re proud to provide a range of exceptional benefits designed to support your well-being, career growth, and work-life balance. Here are just some of the highlights: **Pension*** Join our company stakeholder pension scheme, with contributions of up to 8% of your salary from Landmarc. **Generous Holiday Entitlement*** Enjoy 25 days of annual leave pro-rata.* Your holiday allowance grows with your continued service. **Other Amazing Benefits*** **Edenred Savings Scheme**: Unlock exclusive discounts and savings for you and your family.* **Annual Salary Review**: Conducted in consultation with our recognised Trade Unions to ensure fairness.* **Life Assurance**: Insured for three times your annual salary to provide peace of mind for your loved ones.* **Health Cash Plan**: Access health benefits for you and your family (add up to four children under 24 to your policy).* **Professional Development**: Reimbursement of professional fees and support for ongoing training.* **Family-Friendly Policies**: Supporting you during life’s important moments.* **Sick Pay**: Sick pay starts after just 6 months of service. At Landmarc, we don’t just offer benefits – we invest in your future, your well-being, and your career. Join us today and take advantage of everything we have to offer! **About the Company**Landmarc provides the support services that enable Armed Forces from around the world to prepare for frontline military operations across the UK Defence Training Estate (DTE). This includes maintaining and delivering safe and sustainable infrastructure, managing and operating training areas and ranges and delivering multi-million pound projects to improve vital training assets.By joining Landmarc you will be supporting our vision to provide the best training experience we can for our Armed Forces. We are the first and only Special Purpose Vehicle to be contracted by the Ministry of Defence (MOD) as their Industry Partner on the UK Defence Training Estate and the only company that is solely dedicated to the UK DTE, delivering essential support services since 2003.### Rural Team Leader* **Salary** £30,869.34* **Frequency** Annual* **Job Reference** landmarc/TP/11948/1510 4617* **Contract Type** Permanent* **Closing Date** 27 February, 2026* **Job Category** Operations* **Business Unit** Operations* **Location** Wathgill Camp, Wathgill, Richmond, North Yorkshire, , United Kingdom* **Posted on** 6 February, 2026