Utilities Ground Maintenance Supervisor

Overview

Supervise grounds maintenance, audits and team coordination for water utility sites.

Key Responsibilities

• team coordination
• ppm scheduling
• site audits
• machinery operation
• quality monitoring
• client liaison

Tasks

These roles are key to maintaining high standards of grounds and tree maintenance across our water utility sites. You’ll support the Contract Manager by conducting site audits, coordinating field teams, managing resources, and ensuring all work meets safety, quality, and environmental standards. You’ll also be hands-on when required, assisting with tools and small works. -Train and monitor field team performance to maintain compliance and productivity. -Coordinate field teams, vehicles, and equipment to ensure efficient delivery. -Plan and schedule PPM and additional works, ensuring deadlines and standards are met. -Report site issues promptly and follow through on resolutions. -Support the Contract Manager in delivering a high-quality grounds maintenance service. -Support client meetings and communicate effectively across teams. -Operate grounds maintenance machinery and complete small ad-hoc or emergency works. -Conduct site audits and inspections, ensuring compliance with RAMS, permits, and company HSEQ standards. -Promote sustainability and best practices in all activities. -Monitor and maintain the quality of grounds and tree works to meet contract specifications.

Requirements

• cscs card
• pa1/pa6
• driving licence
• grounds supervisor
• utility experience
• h&s

What You Bring

We’re seeking an experienced Grounds Maintenance Supervisors to join our Utilities (Sub Water) Contract team based in West Sussex. Consistent work: Full-time work is regularly available -Flexibility to work outdoors in all weather conditions. -Proven experience as a Grounds Maintenance Supervisor or Team Leader. -CSCS Card and/or EUSR Water Hygiene certification -Full UK driving licence. -Strong background in landscaping, horticulture, or grounds maintenance. -Utility or water industry experience. -Understanding of Health & Safety, PPE, and COSHH. -Experience working within utilities or large-scale contracts -Good organisational and time-management abilities. -PA1/PA6 qualifications and/or CSCS card.

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Benefits

Well-maintained equipment: You’ll have access to the latest well-maintained electric tools, quieter, lighter, and easier to use. Supportive team: Work alongside experienced colleagues and supportive leadership Career progression: Opportunities for development, formal training, and upskilling Salary: Above Real living wage

About Ground Control

-It operates across the UK with a tech-driven, data-led approach. -Full national coverage and diversified revenue streams include EV-charging installs. -Projects range from transport-network vegetation control and winter gritting to play-area builds and habitat restoration. -Specialisms span infrastructure vegetation, tree surgery, ecological surveys, and large-scale landscape construction.

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