Site Manager Arboriculture in Rail · Sevenoaks ·

UKund Control; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing grounds maintenance company in Sevenoaks is looking for a Site Manager to ensure project delivery to the highest standards in safety, quality, and profitability. The successful candidate will manage site operations, oversee contract administration, and foster team collaboration. Ideal candidates will possess strong people management skills, negotiation abilities, and a proactive approach to safety. This role offers a competitive package including career development opportunities and employee benefits.

Benefits

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

Yearly bonus scheme

Robust pension scheme

Free health support services

Subsidised gym memberships

Employee recognition scheme

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in managing operational teams.
• Ability to negotiate effectively with stakeholders.
• Proficient in using company-specific IT systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver projects ensuring high safety standards.
• Conduct site safety visits and lead safety culture.
• Oversee contract administration and documentation.

Skills

Operational and people management skills

Negotiation skills

IT proficiency

Team management

Organizational abilities

Job description

Site Manager

Location: Sevenoaks

Salary: Competitive

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday

What you’ll do

To assist your contract manager to manage either a stand‑alone contract and/or contract area as part of a wider framework agreement. As a Site Manager you will be responsible for driving programme delivery. You will ensure work is completed to the highest possible standards in terms of safety, environment, quality, customer service, compliance and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Champion a strong safety culture across all assigned sites, driving zero lost‑time incidents and maintaining a TRIR of 0.
• Carry out a minimum of four site safety visits or interventions each month.
• Lead from the front, setting the standard for safety, professionalism, and teamwork.
• Scope and survey works, producing clear and robust SSOW/RAMS (including Task Briefing Sheets and Site‑Specific RAMS).
• Accurately time‑tag all required works to support effective planning and delivery.
• Secure landowner consents for works and access where needed.
• Deliver thorough site handover briefings for all new projects.
• Ensure field teams consistently use Ground Control’s approved systems and processes.
• Verify all site completion documentation is submitted before approving invoices.
• Maintain excellent contract administration by storing all communications and documents in the correct Union Square files.

What we’re looking for

• Strong operational and people management skills, with a “right first time, every time” approach.
• Confident negotiator, able to build agreements with landowners and a range of stakeholders.
• IT proficient, with the ability to quickly learn and use company systems and software.
• Excellent team management and organisational abilities, with a focus on clear communication and delivery.
• Skilled at prioritising workloads and managing competing demands to ensure all stakeholder needs are met.

Why join us

Career Development Focus: We’re committed to supporting your professional growth with clear career paths, training, and tailored development programmes, including our GC Leadership Academy, job specific accreditations and higher education opportunities.

Exciting Growth Opportunities: Be part of a rapidly growing company with a dynamic team and expanding client base.

Collaborative Environment: Work in a supportive, engaging, and innovative culture where your contributions are valued.

Competitive Package

• 23 days holiday, Increasing with length of service + bank holidays
• Yearly bonus scheme & Share options
• Robust pension scheme
• Medigold employee support, Free Flu Jabs, Online private GP Service
• Free or subsidised national gym memberships
• Employee Recognition Scheme
• 2 personal choice volunteering days

Ground Control

Ground Control is a UK‑based grounds maintenance company powered by the latest technology. Since launching in 1973, Ground Control has grown rapidly and now provides full national coverage for our customers across the UK and Ireland.

We deliver a range of services, including grounds maintenance, winter gritting, landscape construction, design, arboriculture, electric vehicle charging point installation to more than 50,000 commercial properties across the UK.

If you are looking to invest in your future with a business that puts people at the centre of everything, click the apply now button below to speak to a member of our team.

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Equal Opportunities Statement

At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate based on sex, age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and beyond.