Job reference: 001906
Salary: £44,460 rising to £46,350
Closing date: 12/09/2025
Location: London
Employment type: Permanent
Hours Per Week: 35

ADDITIONAL ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

Standard DBS Check
Full UK Driving License

ARE YOU READY TO LEAD THE WAY IN KEEPING OUR COMMUNITIES CLEAN, GREEN, AND WELL LOOKED AFTER?

We’re looking for a confident and capable Estate Services Contract Manager to take charge of the day-to-day delivery of key estate services across our Surrey and London regions. You’ll be managing contracts for things like grounds maintenance, cleaning, bulk waste, and caretaking – making sure our neighbourhoods look great and work well for the people who live there.
This isn’t just about keeping the grass cut and the bins empty – it’s about leading a team, working with suppliers, driving performance, and making a real difference to the lives of our residents. If you love variety, thrive on responsibility, and care about creating vibrant, well-maintained communities, we want to hear from you.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

We’re after someone who:

• Has at least 2 years of relevant experience
• Has a strong background in estate services or grounds management
• Knows their stuff when it comes to landscape maintenance, cleaning, trees, and contract delivery
• Holds a relevant horticultural qualification (like NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
• Has a solid understanding of service charges and budget management
• Is a people-person – great at motivating teams, dealing with contractors, and keeping residents happy
• Is organised, reliable, and always looking for ways to do things better
• Has a ‘can do’ attitude and genuinely cares about the places our residents call home

If specific qualifications are required, please upload them with your application to demonstrate your eligibility.

AGENCIES: WE KNOW WHERE YOU ARE IF WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT SO PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT US.

To apply for this role please click on the apply button or for any enquiries please email recruitment@pahousing.co.uk - We reserve the right to close this job advert early if we receive a sufficient number of applications. Therefore, we advise you to apply promptly to ensure your application can be considered.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £44,460.00-£46,350.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Work from home

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Walton-on-Thames KT12 1D

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING……

• Oversee day-to-day estate services including cleaning, caretaking, tree management, bulk refuse, and grounds maintenance
• Lead and support a team of caretakers and Estate Services Officers
• Monitor contractor performance, making sure we’re delivering top-notch service and value for money
• Build strong partnerships with local authorities and suppliers
• Keep a tight handle on budgets, making sure we stay on track and efficient
• Use data and feedback to improve our services and meet residents’ needs
• Be a visible and approachable leader for your team – encouraging innovation, high performance, and job satisfaction
• Make sure everything we do is safe, compliant, and resident-focused