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Landscaping Supervisor (Invasive weeds)

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Job Description - Landscaping Supervisor (Invasive weeds)




Overview



We are seeking an experienced and driven Landscape Environmental Supervisor to lead field operations focused on the identification, management, and excavation of invasive plant species such as bamboo and Japanese knotweed. This is a hands-on supervisory role working across both commercial development sites and residential homeowner projects throughout the South East.

You will lead small site teams, oversee excavation and remediation works, and ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high professional standard. The role involves travel, occasional overnight stays, and opportunities for overtime.

Location

Based in the South East of England with regular travel across the region. Overnight stays will be required for some projects.

Responsibilities

As a Landscape Environmental Supervisor, you will:



  • Lead and participate in the removal and remediation of invasive plant species, including Japanese knotweed and bamboo

  • Supervise excavation, ground works, and reinstatement works on commercial and residential sites.

  • Plan daily site activities and allocate tasks to field operatives.

  • Ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and in line with environmental regulations and industry best practice

  • Interpret site plans, risk assessments, and method statements

  • Oversee site setup, materials, plant, and equipment logistics

  • Operate and supervise the use of excavators and associated plant machinery

  • Maintain strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental compliance

  • Communicate professionally with clients, contractors, and management

  • Produce site reports, progress updates, and photographic records

  • Mentor and support team members, contributing to skills development and training






Requirements

Requirements



  • Proven experience supervising field teams in landscaping, environmental services, ground works, or construction

  • Hands-on experience with invasive weed management and excavation

  • Experience operating plant machinery (excavators, dumpers, loaders)

  • Strong understanding of health & safety and environmental compliance on active sites

  • Experience working on both commercial and residential projects

  • Ability to read and interpret site drawings and RAMS

  • PA1/PA6

  • Strong organisational and communication skills

  • Full, clean UK driving licence

Work authorisation:



  • United Kingdom (required)

Desirable



  • CSCS card

  • SSSTS or SMSTS certification

  • CPCS or NPORS plant operator certification

  • Experience with waste classification, soil handling, and environmental remediation processes

  • Management of invasive weeds: 1 year (preferred)




The Ideal Candidate

You are practical, organised, have great initiative and comfortable leading from the front. You enjoy working outdoors, managing teams, and solving on-site challenges. You take pride in delivering safe, compliant, and high-quality environmental work.

If you’re ready to step into a leadership role within a growing specialist sector, we would like to hear from you.






Benefits

Salary & Benefits



  • This role could be on a Self Employed basis.

  • Overtime available

  • Accommodation provided for overnight stays

  • Company vehicle, tools, and equipment supplied

  • Pension contribution

  • Uniform Provided

  • Additional Annual Leave on your Birthday

  • Employee Assistant Programme (EAP)

  • Referral Programme (Bonus)

  • Part of a Growing and Developing Organisation

  • Learning & Development Opportunities

  • Opportunities for career progression and team leadership development







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