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MEET THE TEAM
Juliette
Managing Director
Juliette has been leading Smith Grayson since 2011, bringing a strong background in financial management to the company. Her wealth of commercial experience spans quality standards, customer care, financial planning, and management, providing a solid foundation for the business. Since joining, Juliette has expanded her knowledge by studying Horticulture at Diploma level and becoming trained in Tree Survey Assessments. Her combination of business acumen and technical horticultural expertise has been instrumental in driving the company’s success, ensuring both operational efficiency and high-quality service delivery across all projects.
Graham
Contracts Manager & Tree Surgeon
Graham has been a dedicated professional in Horticulture since leaving school and brought his wealth of experience to Smith Grayson in 2007. With an unrivalled knowledge of the field, a keen eye for detail, and an extensive skill set, he has continuously expanded his expertise, becoming a fully qualified Tree Surgeon. Graham’s deep understanding of grounds maintenance schedules is essential to ensuring that work is completed on time, every time. His invaluable experience and leadership abilities make him a key figure in the ongoing success of the business, perfectly positioned to lead our teams and keep operations running smoothly.
George
Team Leader Grounds Maintenance & Tree Surgeon Groundsman
George joined us in 2020 during the first lockdown, after being furloughed from his career as a Chef. Inspired by his dad, Graham, George made the bold decision to pursue a career change into Horticulture. A quick learner, he swiftly adapted to his new role and demonstrated exceptional dedication, leading to his promotion to Team Leader. In addition to his leadership position, George is now a qualified chainsaw operative and groundsman. His diverse skill set and rapid progression have made him a key member of the business, and he is an integral part of our Tree Surgery Team, where his expertise continues to contribute to the team’s success.
Guy
Grounds Maintenance Team Leader
Guy has been a dedicated member of the Smith Grayson team since 2008, bringing extensive expertise in all areas of Grounds Maintenance. As a fully qualified professional, he works across the business park sites within our contracted grounds maintenance division, ensuring they are maintained to the highest standards. In addition to his routine grounds maintenance duties, Guy manages several other key areas, including re-planting contracts, site clearances, and invasive weed control. His broad skill set and ability to handle a variety of tasks make him an essential part of the team, ensuring the success and upkeep of diverse projects.
Sam
Grounds Maintenance & Tree Surgery Team
Sam’s background in Countryside Management, combined with his passion for Horticulture, makes him an invaluable member of the team. His wealth of experience ensures that he brings a comprehensive understanding of land and environmental management to the table. As a key team member working on contracted grounds maintenance sites, Sam contributes significantly to maintaining and improving these spaces. Additionally, his qualification as a chainsaw operative enables him to support the tree surgery team, providing expert assistance in tree care and management. His diverse skill set and dedication enhance the team’s ability to deliver high-quality services across a range of projects.
Shane
Grounds Maintenance Team
Shane joined us in 2020. His background at Leicester County Cricket Ground provided him with extensive knowledge in pitch preparation, turf management, and grounds upkeep. This experience, coupled with over 10 years in the industry, positions him well to handle the demands of maintaining grounds to a high standard, understanding the specific needs, and ensuring that every aspect of your grounds is in top condition.