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Grounds Supervisor
Grounds Manager – Gunton Hall, Warner Hotels Group
Join our team at Gunton Hall, part of the Warner Hotels Group—this 212-bedroom coastal hotel boasts a rural feel, nestled among Suffolk woodland, gardens, a lake, and a pitch-and-putt course.
About the Role
At Warner Hotels, we believe people thrive when their unique strengths and personality are nurtured. Here, you’re free to be yourself, make an impact, and thrive in a tight-knit team that creates truly unique guest experiences.
Guests come to us to make memories, discover new experiences, and feel truly cared for—and as Grounds Manager, you’ll play a critical role in bringing that magic to life.
The Grounds Manager is responsible for the planning, maintenance, and presentation of all outdoor spaces at Gunton Hall, ensuring a safe, attractive, and welcoming environment for guests, teams, and golf members.
You’ll work closely with:
- The Golf Manager
- The Head Greenkeeper
- The Property Manager and wider hotel teams
Your work will ensure year-round grounds operations, supporting guest satisfaction, brand standards, and biodiversity objectives through:
- Maintenance of the golf course, pathways, and landscaped areas
- Safety and compliance for all external areas
- Efficient use of resources, sustainability, and cost control
Key Responsibilities
Grounds Management
- Lead day-to-day operations to meet high standards of presentation, safety, and guest satisfaction.
- Plan and programme year-round grounds activity, using appropriate tools, machinery, and systems.
- Ensure compliance with brand standards, policies, and legal requirements, maintaining accurate records.
- Take full accountability for health and safety within the grounds team.
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Team Leadership
- Lead, manage, and develop the grounds team (internal and external contractors).
- Recruit and foster capability around biodiversity, sustainability, and team growth—guided by Warner’s GLOW principles:
- Guest Hearted
- Limitless Thinking
- Owning Our Impact
- Winning as One
Budget Management
- Manage grounds budgets to deliver cost-effective results while maintaining quality and safety.
- Collaborate with the Property Manager to forecast in-year spending and control utility and water usage.
Supplier Management
- Maintain strong relationships with external suppliers, ensuring quality delivery, value for money, and compliance.
Safety and Compliance
- Support the Property Manager in adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Ensure all external areas, walkways, and access routes are safe, well-maintained, and appropriately signed.
Sustainability and Initiative
- Implement sustainable grounds practices to reduce environmental impact.
- Support utility and water usage targets through practical engagement.
- Contribute to the hotel’s Green Team activities.
Reporting and Documentation
- Maintain accurate records of inspections, maintenance, and ground activities.
- Provide regular updates and reports to the Property Manager and General Manager.
- Promptly report defects or maintenance issues.
Behaviours, Skills & Experience
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Essential Qualifications
- Good knowledge of grounds maintenance, landscaping, and seasonal planning.
- Health and safety awareness for outdoor working environments.
- Deep understanding of sustainability and biodiversity practices.
- Proven planning, organisation, and problem-solving skills, with hands-on attention to safety and presentation.
Leadership and Operational
- Ability to lead and develop a small team and manage external contractors effectively.
- Previous experience in grounds management, landscaping, or estate maintenance.
Administrative Mastery
- Budget, resource, and supplier management experience.
- Relevant horticultural or grounds-related qualifications (or equivalent professional experience).
Warner Hotels Behaviours (GLOW)
- Acts as a role model, embodying Guest Hearted, Limitless Thinking, Owning Our Impact, and Winning as One.
- Takes pride in presentation and safety, leading by a hands-on, professional, safety-focused approach.
Ready to Discover Your Glow?
Join us where your personality shines and your ideas matter. Apply below after reviewing job details and supporting information—we’re seeking candidates from all backgrounds who bring reshaping enthusiasm.
Inclusion Statement
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities and welcome any reasonable adjustments you may need, including:
- Part-time roles
- Job shares
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