Gardener/Team leader

Job description

Post No. PE1035.4 - Gardening Team Leader

Are you active, motivated and passionate about gardening and all things relating to horticulture?

If so, Grounds maintenance is looking for a permanent full-time Team Leader to provide supervisory leadership to our gardening team.

You will need the following as a minimum: -
- Hold a valid full driving licence (ideally with D1 but not essential).
- Hold an IOSH working safely qualification (or willing to undertake within 6 months)
- An appropriate horticultural qualification NVQ level 3 or a minimum of 3 years proven experience of working in horticulture / amenity including supervisory duties.
- Have a genuine interest in the environment

Apply now via NCC website jobs where full details are available.
Closing date 21st August 2026

We welcome applications for all our jobs in either Welsh or English. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English

Newport City Council is committed to working towards its workforce being more representative of the population it serves and particularly welcomes applications from people from minority ethnic communities represented in the city. Selection will be based on the ability and skills required to undertake the role.

Newport City Council is not currently supporting applicants with sponsorship for the right to work. Applicants should already have the right to work in the UK.

Newport City Council is not currently supporting applicants with sponsorship for right to work. In applying for a vacancy, applicants should already have the right to work in the UK.

Our values - Fairness for all, Making a difference, Being responsible, Working together
Ein gwerthoedd - Ein Gwerthoedd, Tegwch i Bawb, Gwneud Gwahaniaeth, Bod yn Gyfrifol, Gweithio gyda'n gilydd