Grounds Maintenance Operative

Pinnacle Group; Brighton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Pinnacle Group in Brighton is seeking an experienced Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our Soft Facilities Management team. The role covers grounds maintenance and bulk waste operations across residential estates, including mowing, hedge trimming, planting and waste removal.

You will work Monday to Friday with travel across Brighton and surrounding areas; a full UK driving licence is essential and a Basic DBS check may be required.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence (minimum 1 year)
• Experience in grounds maintenance or similar multi-skilled role
• Experience using gardening power tools and machinery
• Able to perform physical work including lifting and carrying bulky items
• Knowledge of health and safety practices and safe working procedures, flexible to support different tasks
• Commitment to delivering excellent customer service

Responsibilities

• Driving company vehicles and transporting plant, machinery and equipment
• Carrying out grounds maintenance including grass cutting, leaves, litter and debris, hedge trimming and basic flower bed maintenance
• Using gardening equipment, powered hand tools and ride-on machinery
• Supporting bulk operations, including the collection, removal and safe disposal of bulk waste
• Salt and grit spreading to keep pathways and communal areas safe
• General maintenance and basic checks of company vehicles and gardening machinery

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Multi-skilled

Driving licence

Health & safety

Tools

Gardening tools

Job description

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Pinnacle Group is looking for an experienced Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our Soft Facilities Management. This is a varied role covering grounds maintenance and bulk waste operations across residential estates. Duties will include mowing lawns, trimming hedges, planting and weeding and the collection and removal of bulk waste across new builds, extra care sites and sheltered accommodation.

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 .

This is a full-time, permanent position, working Monday to Friday, with travel required across Brighton and the surrounding areas. A full UK driving licence is essential and due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a Basic DBS check.

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 will include:

• Driving company vehicles and transporting plant, machinery and equipment.
• Carrying out grounds maintenance including grass cutting, clearing leaves, litter and debris, hedge and shrub trimming and basic flower bed maintenance.
• Using gardening equipment, powered hand tools and ride-on machinery.
• Supporting bulk operations, including the collection, removal and safe disposal of bulk waste and unwanted items .
• Salt and grit spreading to ensure pathways and communal areas are safe.
• General maintenance and basic checks of company vehicles, gardening machinery and equipment.

Key requirements:

• Full UK driving licence held for a minimum of 1 year.
• Previous experience within grounds maintenance a similar multi-skilled role.
• Experience using gardening power tools and machinery.
• Comfortable carrying out physical work, including moving and handling bulky items.
• Knowledge of relevant health and safety procedures and safe working practices.Flexible approach and willingness to work across grounds maintenance, cleaning and bulk operations.
• Commitment to delivering excellent customer service.

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 .

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: