Estates Manager
(Internal applicants only)
Permanent – full time position
Salary: UTC 9 (31-35) £41,771 – £46,142
Workplace benefits:
- Annual holiday entitlement of 23 days plus bank holidays (28 days after 5 years)
- East Sussex Local Government Pension scheme
- Access to WPA (NHS Top-up scheme)
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Free parking
This is an exciting time to take on the role of Estates Manager here at Uckfield Town Council. The Town Council owns a large asset portfolio, and has day to day responsibility for the maintenance of a cemetery, a closed churchyard, allotment sites, recreation grounds (including sports pitches) and play areas. We also oversee the preservation of two local nature reserves, four woodlands and smaller open spaces, and wetland areas.
This role will be responsible for leading the Grounds team through the day to day maintenance and conservation of these green spaces, with two direct reports (Head Groundsman and Ranger). The role will also give guidance to the Senior Administrative Officer in their role in administering the allotments, cemetery and environmental projects.
This role will act as the lead for grounds related contracts management and be responsible for the periodic review of Grounds vehicles and equipment.
We are an ambitious organisation seeking to improve our facilities but to also think longer-term about the ways in which our assets can be enhanced to support future growth within the town. If you can demonstrate experience in estates management (conservation, agricultural, aboriculture and/or sports pitch maintenance) and keen to drive forward positive change for the benefit of our residents, we want to hear from you.
To apply for the position, please complete the attached ‘Notice of Interest’ form; explaining how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the person specification. Please send your completed form to the Town Clerk, by email at townclerk@uckfieldtc.gov.uk.
Deadline for applications: 12noon on Wednesday 29 October 2025
Interviews: AM on Wednesday 5 November 2025
