Contract Manager
Mitie
British strategic outsourcing and energy services firm offering FM, security, cleaning, engineering and energy solutions.
Manage and develop grounds maintenance operations in Essex region.
24 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Essex, England, United Kingdom
Field
Company Size
72,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Facility Management
Security Services
Cleaning Services
Engineering Services
Project Management
Construction Services
Consulting
Technology Services
Sector Specialisms
Critical environments
Financial & professional services
Life sciences
Manufacturing
Media, telecoms & tech
Retail & shopping centres
Transport
Utilities
Role
Description
grounds maintenance
team management
people development
operational growth
reporting
Reporting to the Operations Manager you will lead your grounds maintenance team, ensuring they deliver the exceptional every day.
- Developing growth and profitable operation of the area.
- Ensure the highest level of commitment to people management and development.
- Managing and developing a professional and effective operational team
- Leads by example in all role activities.
Requirements
hse
team leadership
horticulture
customer service
it systems
agile
Agile, flexible working is critical to the continuing success of the Landscapes business, the ability to embed performance excellence through an operating model which supports operational seasonal peaks and out of hours customer support is critical.
- Able to represent Mitie effectively at both internal and external meetings.
- Can demonstrate knowledge and understanding of Health, Safety, Environment and Quality systems and the management of safe systems of work associated with the role and work environment.
- Able to lead, motivate and manage a team effectively.
- You must have experience in the within the horticultural/ Landscaping industry.
- You will need to be able to demonstrate excellent customer service.
- Previous supervisory/ management experience.
- An excellent understanding of operational IT systems.
Benefits
- Flexible working, especially during the winter period.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded 1987
Year Established
The company was established in 1987 as a small management-investor partnership.
£4.5 bn revenue
Annual Revenue
Generated £4.5 billion in revenue during FY 2024, reflecting strong financial performance.
£15 bn order book
Order Book Value
Maintains a significant order book of £15 billion, indicating substantial ongoing projects and commitments.
Double-digit contract wins
Growth Through Contracts
Achieved double-digit growth in contract wins, contributing to overall revenue and expansion.
- Headquartered in The Shard in London, delivering large-scale projects across infrastructure, property, energy, and healthcare sectors.
- Projects include full facilities management for airports, hospitals, government estates, and prisons (e.g., solar-powered prison solutions).
- Offers expertise in security, cleaning, engineering services, energy consultancy, and technical facilities management.
- Acquired major businesses such as Interserve FM (2020) and compliance specialist Marlowe (2025) to expand capabilities.
- Known for tech-driven approaches like remote monitoring, robotic cleaning, and drone security, pivoting towards 'facilities transformation'.
- Focused on high-margin, compliance-led services to drive future growth.
Culture + Values
- Cultivate a unified company culture.
- Operate with integrity and trust as core principles.
- Go above and beyond to ensure success.
- Leverage diversity as a key strength.
- 视客户的业务为己任。
- 利用专业知识、关怀、技术和洞察力，为客户提供卓越的工作环境。
- 为客户承诺：做值得信赖的合作伙伴，每天为您的客户和员工创造卓越环境。
- 为员工承诺：提供一个能够茁壮成长、发挥最佳的工作环境。
- 积极倡导多样性。
- 始终不懈努力完成任务。
- 诚信和信任驱动每项工作。
Environment + Sustainability
2025 Net Zero
Carbon Neutrality
Reached net zero carbon (Scopes 1 and 2) 25 years ahead of the UK target.
66% Electric Fleet
Zero-Emission Vehicles
Converted 66% of the company's fleet to electric vehicles (~5,000 EVs).
89% Landfill Down
Waste Management
Reduced landfill waste by 89% as part of efforts to eliminate non-sustainable waste.
CDP A Grade
Environmental Performance
Received top CDP rating (A grade) for environmental transparency and performance.
- Plan Zero pillars: eliminate carbon from power & transport, eradicate non-sustainable waste, enhance inefficient buildings
- Use smart-building tech to minimise work travel and maximise energy efficiency
- Eliminate single-use materials; closed-loop paper recycling; only natural, non-toxic biodegradable cleaning products
- Ensure new offices are BREEAM 'Excellent' and leases only on EPC A-rated buildings
- Joined Climate Group's EP100, RE100 and EV100; signed Business Ambition for 1.5°C and Climate Pledge; Science Based Targets initiative validation
- Converted fleet to zero emission and power EV charge points with green energy
- Decarbonise heating systems and switch to 100% renewable electricity via subsidy-free Power Purchase Agreement
- Improve biodiversity at all sites via wildlife-attracting plantings and bug hotels
- Installed low-carbon heat pumps; over 3,000 EV chargers; 1,800 new EVs added in FY24
Inclusion & Diversity
75,000+ employees
Global Workforce
Operate with a diverse team of individuals from 167 different nationalities, reflecting a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives.
23,000+ women
Female Workforce
More than 23,000 women are part of the workforce, contributing to an inclusive and diverse work environment.
- Spanning five generations; includes disabled, LGBTQ+, parents/carers, ex‑military personnel
- 2030 ED&I commitment: "To be representative of the communities and customers we serve from the frontline to board room."
- Embedding inclusive behaviours and decision‑making every day
- Building culture where everybody belongs, feels comfortable to speak up and be their true selves
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