Grounds Manager

We are seeking an experienced and highly competent Grounds Manager, to deliver a customer-focused grounds service within the Basingstoke and Dean Borough and Hart District.

You will be responsible for delivering an area-based grounds maintenance and street cleansing service, providing operational and technical expertise and managing a large team. This is an opportunity for you to help shape our service and develop new ways of working, creating places that improve residents' daily lives.

The council places great value on our frontline services and your role will be fundamental in ensuring we deliver a high-quality service to residents and visitors. The area has a wealth of parks and open spaces, beautiful villages and the North Wessex Downs National landscape, making it a great place to live and work.

You will:

• Be self-motivated with a strong knowledge and understanding of managing a large team within an operational setting.
• Have a strong working knowledge of relevant legislation and place health and safety at the heart of your work.
• Have an HND Level 4 or equivalent in a relevant subject.
• Have proven experience in leading, motivating and managing an operational team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build good relationships with members, residents, partners and others.
• Be able to present issues clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing
• Be self-reliant, well organised and meet deadlines.