Senior Grounds Supervisor

Posted 4 days 4 hours ago by HL Services

Permanent
Full Time
Temporary Jobs
Cambridgeshire, Cambridge, United Kingdom, CB1 0
Job Description
Senior Grounds Supervisor

Location: Cambridge
Department: Estates Division - Workplace Services
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent (36.5 hours per week)

Salary & Benefits
  • Salary: £31,236 - £35,608 per annum
  • Pay Supplement: Additional 2.5% on base salary
  • Annual Leave: 36 days including public holidays (increasing with service)
  • Pension: Contributory Pension Scheme (defined benefit & contribution)
  • Flexible Working: Time Off in Lieu (TOIL) - approx. 3 extra days per year
  • Employee Benefits: Access to discounts, cycle-to-work scheme, and interest-free travel loans
  • Family Support: Generous maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave (up to 26 weeks' full pay)
  • Wellbeing & Development: Staff counselling, sports centre access, and unlimited online learning
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Grounds Supervisor to support the Grounds Maintenance Manager in overseeing operations across a diverse and prestigious estate.

This is a hands on leadership role, combining team supervision with practical grounds maintenance duties. You will play a key role in maintaining high standards, ensuring safety, and contributing to environmental sustainability initiatives.

Key Responsibilities
  • Supervising and supporting a team of Grounds Supervisors, Operatives, and temporary staff
  • Carrying out hands on grounds maintenance (grass cutting, hedge trimming, planting, spraying, and weeding)
  • Ensuring all sites are maintained to a high standard, creating safe and well presented environments
  • Supporting environmental, biodiversity, and sustainability initiatives
  • Conducting risk assessments and ensuring full compliance with health & safety procedures
  • Managing seasonal duties, including leaf clearance and winter gritting
The Ideal Candidate Essential:
  • Horticultural qualification (HNC level or equivalent)
  • PA1 & PA6 spraying certificates
  • Full clean UK driving licence (including towing capability)
  • Proven experience supervising teams within grounds maintenance
  • Strong plant knowledge and horticultural expertise
  • Good IT skills (Microsoft Office, databases, CAFM systems)
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills
Desirable:
  • IOSH Health & Safety qualification
  • Basic tree inspection certification
  • Forklift licence