Grounds Maintenance Team leader

Posting date:	29 January 2026
Salary:	£14 to £16.80 per hour
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	05 February 2026
Location:	Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12 0AA
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Professional Personnel Management Ltd
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	RU/GM/sg12_1769685223

Summary

Team Leader - Grounds Maintenance - Ware/SG

We are seeking an experienced Grounds Maintenance Team Leader to join a leading horticultural and grounds maintenance company based in the Ware area.

Location: Bristol

Rate: £15 - £16.80 p/h (this includes Hol Pay)

Working Hours : 6am - 3.30pm

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading a team of operatives on a range of maintenance contracts

• Tasks include:

  • • Laying out plants on site according to the plan

    • Verifying correct species, sizes, and quantities before planting

    • Preparing soil and planting beds to specification

    • Installing trees, shrubs, and plants at proper depth and spacing

    • Staking, mulching, and watering plants correctly

    A planting scheme focuses on the overall design intent, such as:

    • Plant balance, spacing, and visual flow

    • Seasonal interest and plant compatibility

    • Long-term growth and maintenance needs

Requirements:

• PA1/PA6 certifications - Desired

• Reading Plans and installing landscaping.

• Proven experience in a similar supervisory or team leader role

• Full UK driving licence - essential

This is a great opportunity to step into a stable role with permanent potential in a respected local company.

Please call Regnin on 0121 450 8950 or send CV to regnin.uppal@ppmrecruit.com