Grounds Maintenance Operative

Pinnacle Group; Chichester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working Arrangements

Life Assurance

Enhanced Pension Scheme

Job summary

Pinnacle Group is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Operative to maintain outdoor spaces around Chichester and the south coast. Your key responsibilities will include mowing, planting, weeding, and general upkeep. A full UK driving licence and experience with gardening power tools are mandatory. You should be physically fit, possess a keen eye for detail, and demonstrate a strong work ethic. We offer flexible working arrangements and a range of benefits including a life assurance plan and enhanced pension scheme.

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK driving licence.
• Experience in using gardening power tools essential.
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation required.

Responsibilities

• Mow lawns, trim hedges, and maintain outdoor spaces.
• Plant flowers, shrubs, and perform landscape upkeep.
• Safely operate machinery and maintain equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Physical fitness

Customer service

Tools

Gardening power tools

Company vehicles

Job description

Pinnacle Group are looking for a diligent Grounds Maintenance Operative to ensure our outdoor spaces are well-maintained and visually appealing. You will be joining our Grounds Maintenance teams who are based around the Chichester area and travelling to sites across the south coast.

Your responsibilities will include mowing lawns, trimming hedges, planting, weeding, and general landscape upkeep of housing sites (new builds, extra care sites and sheltered accommodation). A full UK Driving Licence will be essential.

You will have a keen eye for detail, be physically fit, and possess a strong work ethic. If you are passionate about creating and maintaining beautiful, safe outdoor environments, we would love to hear from you.

Hours for the job will be working 8am to 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 will include:

• Mowing, edging, and maintaining lawns to keep them neat and healthy.
• Trimming and shaping hedges, shrubs and bushes to promote growth and improve appearance.
• Removing weeds from flower beds, pathways and other landscaped areas to prevent overgrowth.
• Planting flowers, shrubs, trees, and other plants as well as preparing soil and beds.
• Clearing debris, litter picking, sweeping pathways, and maintaining cleanliness of outdoor areas.
• Safely operating machinery such as mowers, strimmer and leaf blowers, along with maintaining tools and equipment.
• Driving company vehicles to transport equipment and access multiple sites as required.
• Performing seasonal duties like leaf clearing, frost protection, or preparing sites for different weather conditions.

Key requirements:

• Full driving licence
• Experience in using gardening power tools
• Knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation and safety procedures.
• 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:

• Flexible Working Arrangements
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced Pension Scheme