Working Supervisor

Manpower; Catterick Garrison; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading grounds maintenance service provider is looking for a Working Supervisor in Catterick Garrison. This role involves ensuring high standards in landscaping services while leading a team. Key responsibilities include managing various maintenance tasks and overseeing a team to achieve visually appealing landscapes. Ideal candidates will have strong supervisory experience, knowledge of ground care equipment, and essential certifications. The position also offers substantial benefits including holiday, personal support, and a comprehensive training program.

Benefits

Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave

Discounts on retail, holidays, and gym memberships

Competitive pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience supervisory experience in Grounds Maintenance and meeting with customers & clients.
• Sound knowledge of the use and maintenance of ground care equipment.
• Tractor driving experience/license would be beneficial.
• Experience in snow and ice clearance.
• Valid full driving license is essential.
• Hold a PA1, PA2 & PA6 spraying certificate.
• A valid DBS certificate, dated within the last 6 months is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all designated areas meet high contract standards.
• Lead a team of 5 or more operatives in landscaping tasks.
• Manage grass cutting, strimming, hedge cutting, and weed spraying.
• Oversee leaf collection, shrub work & maintenance, and gritting.

Skills

Supervisory experience in Grounds Maintenance

Knowledge of ground care equipment

Tractor driving experience/license

Snow and ice clearance experience

Valid full driving license

PA1, PA2 & PA6 spraying certificate

DBS certificate

Tools

Ground care equipment

Job description

Working Supervisor
Location: Catterick Garrison, North Yorkshire
Hourly Rate: £13.70
Contract type: Permanent
Working hours: Monday - Friday, 07:00 - 15:30

About the role

We are seeking a motivated Working Supervisor to join our team at Catterick Garrison, the largest British Army Garrison in the world. The primary responsibility of this role is to ensure that all designated areas meet high contract standards through effective horticultural practices and management. You will play a key role in creating and maintaining visually appealing landscapes. The Working Supervisor will also be hands on, joining and leading a team of up to 5 or more Operatives with undertaking grass cutting, strimming, leaf blowing, hedge cutting and weed spraying in the summer and leaf collection, shrub work & maintenance and gritting in the winter.

Requirements

• Proven experience supervisory experience in Grounds Maintenance and meeting with customers & clients.
• Sound knowledge of use and maintenance of Ground care equipment.
• Tractor driving experience/license would be beneficial but idverde can support with this for the right person.
• Snow and ice clearance experience.
• Valid full driving license is essential.
• Hold a PA1, PA2 & PA6 spraying certificate.
• A valid DBS, dated within the last 6 months would be an advantage but idverde can support with one being obtained before starting.

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

• Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
• Support for personal and professional challenges.
• Access to discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
• Secure your future - competitive pension scheme and resources to manage your finances.
• Colleague of the month and annual awards.
• Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
• Comprehensive resources and support.

About idverde

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. At idverde, 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.