Team Leader - Landscaper
15 days ago
£20–£22.5 hourly
Full-time
London
Landscape Gardener Team Leader Location: SW4, South London
Job Type: Self-Employed - Full-Time - UTR About Us:
We are a top-rated, growing landscape design company dedicated to transforming outdoor spaces into beautiful, functional environments. We take pride in our unwavering commitment to quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Position Summary:
We seek an experienced and motivated Landscape Gardener Team Leader to oversee our landscape crew in a 10-mile radius around Clapham.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in landscape gardening, including brick-laying, paving, decking, fencing, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for creating stunning outdoor spaces. This role involves leading a team of gardeners, ensuring high-quality service delivery, and managing multiple landscaping projects. Key Responsibilities: - Supervise and lead a team of landscape gardeners in various projects, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and to a high standard. Ensuring budgets are met and are efficient - Plan and coordinate daily activities, assign tasks, and monitor team performance to achieve project goals. - Collaborate with the company owner to understand the project's landscaping needs and present ideas and solutions. - Conduct site assessments and inspections to determine project requirements and resources needed. - With my support, I train and mentor team members, fostering a positive work environment and encouraging professional development. - Maintain equipment and tools, ensuring they are in good working condition and properly utilised by the team. - Monitor and ensure compliance with safety regulations and best practices in landscaping. - Manage inventory and order supplies as needed for various landscaping projects in coordination with the owner. - Provide exceptional customer service, addressing any client concerns or questions promptly. - Know the building and planning regulations. Qualifications: - Proven experience in landscape gardening, with a minimum of 1-2 Years in a supervisory or leadership role, or a person ready for a step up. - Strong knowledge of horticulture (preferred but can be developed), landscape design principles, and sustainable practices. - Excellent organisational and time-management skills. - Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and lead a diverse team. - Proficient in the use of landscaping tools and equipment. - Be able to deal with their taxes and expenditures. - Physical Requirements: - Ability to perform manual labour in various weather conditions. - Capable of lifting heavy objects and performing tasks that require physical stamina. - What We Offer: - Competitive salary commensurate with experience. - Opportunities for professional growth and advancement. - A supportive and collaborative work environment. - If you are passionate about landscape gardening and ready to take on a leadership role, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience.