Grounds Maintenance Team Leader - Tower Hamlets

Location: Tower Hamlets

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for a Grounds Maintenance Team Leader in Tower Hamlets working 48 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 6.00am to 4.00pm.

The pay rate is £13.50 to £15.50 per hour, equating to an annual salary of £33,696 to £38,688, depending on experience.

This is a mobile role covering commercial sites including business parks, residential developments, and public spaces across Tower Hamlets and surrounding areas. You will take day-to-day ownership of site standards, ensure work is completed safely and on schedule, and support operatives to deliver consistent quality.

This role suits an experienced grounds maintenance professional who is ready to take responsibility, organise workloads effectively, and maintain high standards across multiple sites.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and organise daily grounds maintenance activities
Take responsibility for site standards and presentation
Supervise operatives to ensure tasks are completed efficiently
Carry out pruning, hedge cutting, grass cutting, watering, and seasonal planting
Allocate tasks and manage daily site schedules
Conduct quality checks and site inspections
Ensure Health and Safety procedures and COSHH guidelines are followed
Maintain tools, machinery, and vehicles in safe working order
Complete timesheets and site documentation accurately
Liaise professionally with clients when required
Drive between sites and manage route planning Requirements

Proven commercial grounds maintenance experience
Previous leadership or supervisory experience desirable
Full clean UK driving licence essential
Strong knowledge of horticultural maintenance practices
Organised, reliable, and safety-focused approach
PA1 and PA6 certificates preferred but not essential Skills and Qualities

Confident team leader with practical ability
Strong organisational and time management skills
Clear and professional communicator
High standards and attention to detail
Ability to motivate and support colleagues

What's On Offer

£13.50 to £15.50 per hour
Annual salary £33,696 to £38,688
48 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Full time permanent mobile role
Tower Hamlets-based position
Opportunities for training and career development
A chance to work on a wide range of landscaping projects
23 days holiday per annum plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata, contractual)
Birthday as an extra day off
Bonus scheme (after probation)
Group Life Assurance Benefit Scheme
Auto Enrolment Pension
Real Living Wage Employer

How to Apply

This role is being recruited by Halmer Group on behalf of our client. To be considered, please submit your CV outlining your experience and suitability for this Grounds Maintenance Team Leader position. All applications will be treated in strict confidence.

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