5125 Grounds Maintenance Team Leader - Karbon Homes

Come and make a difference at Karbon as a Grounds Maintenance Team Leader

We’re looking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced individual for the role of Grounds Maintenance Team Leader in the Grounds Maintenance Team. Our in-house team is committed to continual improvement of our estates and maintenance of land across the Karbon footprint.

About The Role:

Working throughout the Karbon footprint and responsible for the line management of the ground’s maintenance teams, carrying out inspections, and dealing with stakeholders, contractors, and customers the Grounds Maintenance Team Leader must be a problem solver with a high level of resilience.

We’re looking for an experienced Grounds Maintenance Team Leader to join and support our Grounds Maintenance team in managing an already excellent service, delivered to our customers in a way that that promotes high levels of customer focus, performance, safety, and quality, with a strong emphasis on innovation, forward thinking and continuous improvement.

The successful applicant may be asked to operate anywhere within the current Karbon Homes geographical footprint and manage internal and external contractual obligations as required.

A full UK driving licence is essential.




About You:

The successful applicant should have a thorough understanding of grounds maintenance practices and be aware of future challenges facing the industry, and must possess the relevant knowledge, skills, and experience necessary to successfully manage a multi - disciplined team of in-house colleagues, supported by approved sub – contractors, in undertaking grounds maintenance tasks in a fast moving, dynamic and expanding working environment.



They must be dynamic, with a collaborative, and engaging style, and possess strong customer service, people management and organisational skills. Additionally, be highly organised, capable of working to tight deadlines, achieving KPIs and targets in accordance with budget constraints, whilst maintaining high quality, and safety.

They must be competent with Microsoft Office systems and have the necessary experience to deliver training to your teams in use of systems and equipment. A resilient approach and ability to work under pressure is essential.



Working With Us:

The successful candidate will work in our Grounds Maintenance team led by the Head of Grounds Maintenance If you require further information about the role, please contact John Gray 07833047115.
 

Key Details:

Grounds Maintenance Team Leader – Permanent role

Salary is £34,112 per annum plus a Karbon car payment of £2,405 per annum (own car to be used)

Location: Stanley

Regular travel will be required

37 hours per week

We recognise the contribution people with criminal records can make as colleagues and we welcome all applications. A criminal record will not exclude a candidate from being appointed because of offences that are irrelevant to, and do not place them at, or make them a risk in the role they’re applying for.

The role you're applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (ROA). The successful candidate(s) will be asked to submit a basic disclosure and barring check application during pre-employment checks.

Why Join Us?

We offer a generous benefits package to support your wellbeing and development, including:

*26 days annual leave (rising to 31 after 3 years)

*Birthday leave

*Occupational pension

*Health cash plan

*Flexible benefits pot

*Access to funding for qualifications, conferences, and learning events


Ready To Apply?

If this sounds like the role for you, apply now via our website:– https://www.karbonhomes.co.uk/careers/

We love seeing the real you in your application. It’s fine to use AI tools for things like polishing grammar or improving formatting—but your CV and supporting statement should still reflect your own skills, experience, and personality, so we do not accept applications that are fully generated by AI without your own input.

Key Dates:

Closing date for applications - Wednesday 8 July 2026

We may close the advert early if we receive a high volume of strong applications—so don’t wait too long to apply!

Interview date - W/C 13 July 2026



We’re Inclusive:

We’re proud to be an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. If you have a disability and meet the essential criteria, you’ll be guaranteed an interview.

Need a reasonable adjustment to apply? Contact us at [email protected]



A Note for Recruitment Agencies:

We’re lucky to have a great Preferred Supplier List (PSL) in place, so we’re not looking for additional agency support right now. Thanks for understanding—we’ve got this covered!

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