Location: Thanet/Ashford – company van provided
Salary/package: £33,084.73
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full time, 45 hours

We’re looking for an organised, proactive, and knowledgeable Assistant Contracts Manager to support the operational excellence of Landscape Services. This vital role combines team supervision, customer liaison, and contract coordination, helping to deliver high-quality grounds maintenance and landscaping services across your assigned area.

If you have experience in the grounds maintenance or landscaping sector and are ready to take the next step into contract management, this is your opportunity to grow within a supportive and experienced team.

Who we are

Landscape Services is part of Commercial Services Group (CSG)—the UK’s largest local authority-owned trading company (LATCO). With over 1,800 employees operating in 86 countries, CSG provides a wide range of services across HR, IT, energy, legal, education, procurement and more. Within the Community Services division, Landscape Services delivers grounds maintenance, landscaping and horticultural services for clients such as schools, local councils, and commercial premises.

Why this role matters

As Assistant Contracts Manager, you will play a key role in managing daily operations, ensuring teams are supported, resources are effectively allocated, and high standards are maintained. You will assist the Regional Contracts Manager in driving performance, developing staff, and ensuring health and safety compliance.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with leadership potential and operational experience in grounds maintenance who is looking to develop their management skills in a structured and supportive environment.

What you’ll be doing

• Assist in the planning and supervision of grounds maintenance schedules across sites such as schools, parishes, and commercial premises
• Support and deputise for the Regional Contracts Manager
• Carry out depot and site inspections, safety checks, and source/order materials
• Coordinate and adjust staff workloads and routing to meet operational needs
• Support quotation development and attend site/customer meetings
• Use CRM and operational systems (e.g. Comms360, Itemit) to track and manage delivery
• Oversee team performance, morale, and development with support from management
• Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures, reporting incidents and near misses
• Participate in internal and external events, including toolbox talks, audits and site visits
• Operate and supervise equipment and chemical use in line with legislative requirements

What we’re looking for

• Minimum 3 years in grounds maintenance or landscaping
• Prior team leader or low-level management experience
• Good understanding of scheduling, routing, and logistics
• Strong organisational, problem-solving and communication skills
• Familiarity with interpreting specifications, plans, and quotations
• Competence in Microsoft Office and CRM tools
• A proactive, self-managed approach to workload and team oversight
• Full UK driving licence (required)
• GCSE English and Maths or equivalent
• Emergency First Aid at Work (or willing to obtain)
• Current DBS check (provided by the company)

What you’ll get in return

• Competitive salary with development-based progression
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• An extra day off for your birthday
• Health cash plan and life assurance
• Access to discounts on retail and gym memberships
• Participation in company-wide events
• Structured development pathway with training support

Health, Safety & Wellbeing Considerations

This role involves:

• Manual handling and outdoor work
• Working with machinery, chemicals, and vehicles
• Exposure to noise, weather, and potentially hazardous environments
• A clean driving licence and DBS check are required

Why CSG?

With over £800 million in annual revenue and a commitment to sustainable, socially conscious business practices, CSG has returned over £77 million in social value to the public sector. We invest in people and provide meaningful career development while delivering exceptional services to our communities.

Inclusion & Accessibility

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. If you need adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, let us know – we’re here to support you.