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