Grounds Maintenance & Cleaning Team Leader

Pinnacle Group; Chichester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working Arrangements

Life Assurance

Enhanced Pension Scheme

Additional Annual Leave

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Pinnacle Group Limited in Chichester is seeking a proactive Grounds Maintenance and Cleaning Team Leader for our Soft FM team. You will manage a team delivering grounds maintenance, gardening and cleaning across housing sites, ensuring safe, high-quality service and staff development.

The role is full-time, 37.5 hours per week, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Monday to Friday. A driving licence is required and you will lead by example to deliver excellent customer care.

Qualifications

• Previous cleaning supervisory or team leader experience.
• Experience managing and leading operational cleaning teams.
• Strong knowledge of specialist cleaning equipment and machinery.
• Practical experience with carpet cleaning machines, jet washing, graffiti removal, scrubber dryers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site checks and inspections for grounds maintenance and cleaning.
• Quote jobs and arrange additional works as needed.
• Report repairs and maintenance in communal areas.
• Advise manager on equipment and materials to order.
• Ensure all machinery is safe to use and maintained.

Skills

Grounds maintenance leadership

Cleaning supervision

Team leadership

Job description

Pinnacle Group are looking for a proactive and hands‑on Grounds Maintenance and Cleaning Team Leader to join our Soft FM team based in Chichester who cover numerous different housing sites including general needs estates, sheltered accommodation blocks and extra care facilities.

Our Soft Facilities Management division delivers essential services to homes, schools, universities and public sector organisations – including housing providers and blue light authorities. We focus on creating clean, safe and welcoming environments, with a commitment to quality, community impact and customer care.

Working from our Chichester office, you’ll lead a team delivering high‑quality grounds maintenance, gardening and cleaning services across a diverse portfolio of sites throughout Buckinghamshire and Berkshire. In this role, you will be responsible for organising daily tasks, supervising site standards, ensuring works are completed safely and also completing ad‑hoc grounds maintenance and cleaning duties yourself.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in excellent service delivery, and is confident in motivating and guiding others.

This is a full time position contracted for 37.5 hours per week, working 8AM-4PM Monday to Friday

Who We Are

Pinnacle Group is a market‑leading national provider of housing, neighbourhood and workplace services. With over thirty years of experience, we deliver expert, place‑based management and maintenance solutions that enhance the everyday lives of the communities we serve.

We’re a people‑first organisation with a values‑driven culture that has stood the test of time -reflected in the way we care for both our employees and our customers.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who not only meets the key criteria below but also embraces our core values – Trust, Respect, Involve, Challenge, and Deliver Excellence – and is committed to earning and maintaining the confidence of our clients and communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting regular site checks and undertaking cleaning and grounds maintenance inspections.
• Quoting jobs and arranging additional works.
• Reporting required repairs and maintenance in communal area.
• Advising manager of equipment and materials that need to be ordered.
• Ensuring all machinery is a safe working.
• Covering grounds maintenance duties - mowing, weeding, strimming and litter picking.
• Covering cleaning duties - mopping, dusting and sweeping hard surfaces.

Key Requirements

• Previous cleaning supervisory or team leader experience.
• Experience managing and leading operational cleaning teams.
• Strong knowledge of specialist cleaning equipment and machinery.
• Practical experience using equipment such as carpet cleaning machines, jet washing equipment, graffiti removal systems, scrubber dryers and other specialist cleaning machinery.
• Experience delivering deep cleaning and specialist cleaning services.
• Full UK driving licence.

Our Offer

We believe that diversity makes us stronger. The more varied our workforce, the better we can understand, reflect and meet the needs of the communities we serve.That’s why we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds – especially those who represent the communities we work with every day.

As a colleague, you’ll be part of an inclusive and supportive culture where you’re encouraged to thrive. We’re committed to helping you reach your full potential through continuous learning, development opportunities and career progression.

Benefits

In addition to statutory benefits such as sick pay, maternity/paternity leave, a pension scheme, and annual leave, we offer a wide range of additional benefits tailored to your role and business area, including:

• Maternity/paternity packages
• Flexible Working Arrangements
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced Pension Scheme
• Additional Annual Leave
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Retail Discounts
• Childcare Assistance
• Season Ticket Loans
• Sick Pay Schemes
• Personal Development Plans