Grounds Maintenance Supervisor
2 days ago
Nottingham
🌳 Grounds Maintenance Supervisor (Public Realm Supervisor) Grade: GLPC – F Location: Nottingham City Salary: £32,597 – £35,412 (dependent on experience) Contract Type: Full-time, permanent Closing Date: 13 November 2025 Interview Date: 21 November 2025 🌟 About the Role Do you take pride in keeping Nottingham’s parks, estates and public spaces clean, green and welcoming? We’re looking for a motivated and hands-on Grounds Maintenance Supervisor to lead frontline teams in delivering excellent public realm services across the city. In this key role, you’ll oversee daily operations across a range of sites, including HRA estates, highways and parks, ensuring our green spaces are safe, attractive and well maintained. You’ll manage a team of up to 20 operatives, support training and development, and work closely with contractors and partners to achieve the highest standards of service. 🛠 Key Responsibilities • Lead and motivate operational teams to deliver high-quality greenspace maintenance., • Monitor daily performance, productivity and service standards., • Allocate labour, equipment and materials efficiently to meet targets., • Support staff inductions, training and probation reviews., • Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety regulations and Council policies., • Conduct estate inspections, ward walks and develop improvement plans., • Maintain accurate operational records, including attendance and performance logs., • Take part in a standby rota covering evenings, weekends and bank holidays. 👥 What We’re Looking For • Proven experience supervising frontline Grounds Maintenance or similar operational teams., • Strong people management and communication skills., • Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, safety standards and good practice., • Confidence in planning, scheduling and deploying resources effectively., • Competent in using technology and digital systems to support field-based work., • Understanding of vehicle and fleet maintenance requirements., • A positive, inclusive and community-focused approach. 🎓 Qualifications and Requirements • Recognised qualifications in grounds maintenance, horticulture or equivalent (e.g. NVQ, City & Guilds, RHS or apprenticeship)- Desirable., • Minimum of two years’ experience as a Skilled Operative in Grounds Maintenance- Essential, • NRSWA Streetworks Certificate- Desirable., • City & Guilds PA1/PA6 (safe handling and application of pesticides)- Desirable., • IOSH Certificate- Desirable., • Full UK driving licence (Category B)- Essential., • Supervisory or leading experience- Desirable. 💬 Why Join Us? At Nottingham City Council, we take pride in our city and the communities we serve. This role offers the chance to make a real, visible difference, leading teams who keep our parks, estates and highways safe, clean and vibrant. You’ll join a supportive environment that values teamwork, development and innovation, with the opportunity to grow your career while helping to shape Nottingham’s green future. As part of our benefits package, you’ll enjoy: • Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), offering a secure and generous pension., • Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 25 days plus bank holidays, rising with service., • Flexible working options to help you balance work and home life., • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities., • A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion across all our services. ✅ Apply today and help us keep Nottingham beautiful.