Team Leader - Arboriculture & Grounds Maintenance

  • Reference icon Reference Number: 447170
  • PublishDate iconJob Published: 08/09/2026
  • JobType iconForm of employment: Permanent
  • salaryRate iconSalary: £125 - £150 Per day
  • domain iconIndustry: Construction
  • type iconJob Type: Full Time

Team Leader - Arboriculture & Grounds Maintenance

Location: Maidstone or Polegate
Pay: £125-£150 per day + Enhanced Overtime (OTE £50,000-£60,000+)
Contract Type: Full Time | Temp to Perm
Hours: Monday - Friday, 7.00am - 4.00pm - Overtime flexibility is required for evenings & weekends, when needed,

Chaffin Works is seeking an experienced Team Leader to support its growing Arboriculture and Grounds Maintenance division.


This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong leadership skills and industry experience who is looking for long-term career progression with a well-established business.
The successful candidate will oversee day-to-day site operations, manage teams, ensure work is completed safely and efficiently, and act as the main point of contact on site.

What's on Offer?

  • £125-£150 per day
  • Overtime paid at 1.5x evenings and Saturdays
  • Double time on Sundays
  • Realistic OTE £50,000-£60,000+
  • Permanent opportunity following successful temporary period
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Varied and rewarding work across Kent and Sussex

Essential Qualifications

  • CS30 & CS31
  • SSSTS
  • CSCS
  • Chipper

Desirable

  • Strimmer
  • IPAF / MEWP
  • Machine Operator certifications


If you're a motivated Team Leader looking for a long-term opportunity with excellent earning potential, we'd love to hear from you.

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