Contracts Manager

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.



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