Grounds Manager

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Job Introduction

Grounds Manager

Location: Stevenage,

Contract Type: Full-time | Permanent

Salary: Negotiable + Sodexo Benefits

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Full UK driving license needed.

Sodexo is seeking a dynamic and experienced Grounds Manager to oversee multi-site grounds operations at a high-profile pharmaceutical campus. You'll be at the heart of delivering outstanding service, ensuring operational excellence, safety, and sustainability across multiple sites.

What You'll Do

• Lead and develop grounds teams across Stevenage, Harlow, and Cockrell Close, fostering a high-performance and zero-harm culture.
• Ensure consistent, high-quality delivery of grounds maintenance including landscaping, gritting, tree care, and environmental support.
• Drive compliance with health, safety, environmental, and fleet regulations.
• Oversee recruitment, training, absence and performance management in line with Sodexo HR policies.
• Monitor KPIs, manage service tickets (e.g., ServiceNow), and ensure strong stakeholder engagement and client satisfaction.
• Champion sustainability and biodiversity initiatives aligned with clients environmental goals.
• Help with use of machinery including tractors, road sweeper, gritting machine.

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience managing grounds or FM services across multiple sites.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Health & Safety compliance knowledge and zero-harm mindset.
• Experience in HR processes (conduct, grievances, absence management).
• IT proficiency (Microsoft Office, Salesforce, SAP).
• Full UK driving license.
• Knowledge of machinery used for grounds maintenance.

Desirable:

• Conflict and change management experience
• COSHH, HAVS, and Working at Height awareness

Why Join Sodexo?

• Play a key role on a critical, high-profile contract.
• Be part of a company that prioritises people, safety, and sustainability.
• Benefit from career development, competitive compensation, and an empowering culture.
• Use your leadership to influence real operational impact across world-class facilities.

Ready to make a difference outdoors and beyond?

Apply today to join a team where your skills help shape safe, sustainable, and welcoming environments.