Job title: Irrigation Maintenance Manager
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Groundskeeping & Maintenance
Salary type: Annual
Salary: negotiable
Location: St Albans, UK
Job published: 18-02-2026
Job ID: 44839

Job Description

Irrigation Maintenance Manager

Job Title

Garden Irrigation Maintenance Manager

Location

St Albans

Salary

£30,000 – £35,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Company Description

We specialise in the design, installation and maintenance of smart lighting and irrigation systems. We are passionate about using the latest products and materials to deliver high-quality solutions for our customers.

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for an Irrigation Maintenance Manager to join our growing business. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organised, confident in communicating with clients, and hands-on with system monitoring, servicing and maintenance visits.

Key Responsibilities

As Irrigation Maintenance Manager, your role will include:

Client Communication

  • Communicating clearly and professionally with clients

  • Keeping customers informed when system issues or alerts arise

  • Providing updates and practical advice during maintenance visits

Managing Your Schedule

  • Managing your own daily workload and timetable

  • Planning and organising site visits for maximum efficiency

  • Scheduling and attending ad-hoc call-outs when required

Daily Monitoring & Smart System Management

  • Daily monitoring of irrigation systems using Hydrawise and Linktap platforms

  • Checking for alerts, faults or unusual system behaviour

  • Proactively contacting clients when attention or repairs are required

Seasonal Start-Ups & Shut-Downs

  • Completing irrigation system start-ups (spring commissioning)

  • Carrying out system shut-downs and winterisation

  • Ensuring systems operate efficiently and correctly for each season

Maintenance Visits

  • Carrying out monthly maintenance checks for customers on maintenance packages

  • Testing zones, checking coverage and ensuring correct scheduling and run times

  • Inspecting valves, heads, drip lines, sensors, pressure and overall system condition

  • Updating customer notes and service logs after each visit

Installation Support

  • Supporting the installation team during the quieter winter months

Skills & Experience

  • Experience in irrigation system servicing and fault-finding

  • Knowledge of smart irrigation applications (particularly Hydrawise and Linktap) desirable but not essential

  • Strong organisational and communication skills

  • Ability to work independently and manage time effectively

  • A practical, hands-on approach to problem solving

Interested in the role? We will like to hear from you.