Public Realm Operations Lead

Public Realm Operations Lead

Grade:GLPC I
Location:Nottingham City
Salary:Starting salary of 46142 (Level one) rising to 49282 (Level four)
Contract Type:Full-time permanent

About the Role

Are you passionate about shaping Nottinghams public spaces and delivering high-quality services for residents Were looking for a dynamic and experiencedPublic Realm Operations Leadto join our newly developed Highway and Public Realm Service. This is a key leadership role supporting the Service Manager in managing Grounds Maintenance and broader public realm operations across the cityincluding highways parks open spaces HRA estates and corporate assets.

Youll lead a team of frontline operatives and supervisors driving service improvement operational excellence and stakeholder engagement. Your focus will be on modernising delivery enhancing service reputation and embedding a culture of continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Grounds Maintenance operations including c.20 frontline staff.
• Oversee performance quality and budgetary control.
• Collaborate with Waste Services and Fleet Services to optimise delivery.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation and Council policies.
• Represent the service at multi-agency and community meetings.
• Support Green Flag standards and environmental excellence across city spaces.
• Coordinate logistics shift patterns and seasonal workforce planning.

What Were Looking For

• Proven experience in leading operational teams in a complex organisation.
• Strong people management and workforce planning skills.
• Demonstrated success in service improvement and stakeholder engagement.
• Knowledge of environmental legislation horticulture and grounds maintenance.
• Experience with fleet management risk assessments and SOPs.
• Commercial awareness and budget management competencies.
• Excellent IT skills and ability to implement smart working practices.

Qualifications

• Relevant professional or managerial qualification.
• Grounds/horticulture qualifications (e.g. NVQ apprenticeship).
• IOSH Certificate NRSWA Streetworks PA1/PA6 herbicide handling.
• Full UK driving licence (Category B).

Why Join Us

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in Nottinghams communities working with passionate teams and partners to deliver inclusive sustainable and high-performing public realm services.

You can view the Job Description here

For informal enquiriesplease contact Bushra Hussain Public Realm Operations Service Manager by email at

Closing Date: 8th October 2025

Please note there may be occasions where we close the advert before the closing date and we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Interviews will be held: 14th October 2025