Head of Landscape Management

Head of Landscape Management

Location: Rounton Road Base

Salary: £51,099 - £54,135 per annum

The organisation is an award-winning housing association. They have a national reputation for their innovative approach to urban and social regeneration.

The Role

They are looking for a Head of Landscape Management to be responsible for:

• Managing all aspects of the maintenance of the green infrastructure within Poplar HARCA Estates.
• Developing and delivering landscape improvement projects within the budget of the Landscape Management Department.
• Managing the Landscape Management Departments budgets and ensure value for money, competitive purchasing and accountability for expenditure.
• Work to ensure the provision of an efficient and effective landscape management service.
• To ensure that Landscape Maintenance Department staff issues are identified, addressed and resolved in line with the organisation procedures.
• Liaise with all other departments within the organisation to ensure the goals of the Landscape Management Department are transparent and understood.
• Work proactively with the Assistant Director of Estate Services in the procurement of new landscaping business and project manage external contracts.
• To be pro-active in the identification of developments within the Landscape Industry and assess the viability of the inclusion of such developments into the department.
• To be the first point of contact for information and advice on all aspects of Landscape Management within the organisation.

Skills and Qualifications

• Professional Qualifications in Landscape Maintenance and Tree Management.
• PA1 and PA6 certification
• And/or comparable equivalent qualification or demonstrable experience and expertise.
• Ability to manage, supervise and demonstrate:-
  • A comprehensive herbicide programme.
  • A comprehensive machinery and equipment maintenance programme.
  • A comprehensive vehicle management system.
  • A comprehensive grass and shrub maintenance programme.
  • A comprehensive Tree Inspection, inventory and contract management programme.
  • A comprehensive Landscape Improvement programme.
• Experience of managing staff within a land based industry discipline.
• Experience of identifying, addressing and resolving staff issues.
• Experience of successfully managing change in the workplace affecting staff members
• Experience of preparing and implementing a Landscape Maintenance programme.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable organisation, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

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