Interim Head of Service – Grounds Maintenance

Interim Head of Service – Grounds Maintenance

Client: Midlands local authority

Duration: 6 months

Rate: Competitive Day Rate (Inside IR35)

Working Pattern: Hybrid (2 days on site)

The purpose of this interim leadership role is to provide decisive, hands-on leadership to stabilise and improve Grounds Maintenance services across the Council. The postholder will lead a structured plan–do–review approach, assessing the current operating model and driving improvements across service delivery, health and safety, workforce capability, and organisational culture.

This role combines strategic oversight with operational grip, requiring visible leadership on the ground to diagnose performance issues, implement practical solutions, and embed consistent standards. A key focus will be reviewing and optimising the Target Operating Model (TOM), strengthening core processes, and ensuring reliable, high-quality service delivery.

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