Grounds Maintenance Operative

Pinnacle Group

Leeds

On-site

GBP 20,000 - 26,000

Full time

2 days ago

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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

Season Ticket Loans

Sick Pay Schemes

Personal Development Plans

Job summary

Pinnacle Group is seeking an experienced Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our Total FM team serving Leeds & Kirklees PFI Schools. Based at Morley Depot, you will maintain outdoor spaces, mow lawns, trim hedges, plant, weed, and perform general landscape upkeep.

The role runs Monday to Friday, 7am–3pm, with a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency. We value self-motivation, reliability, and the ability to work unsupervised across weather conditions.

Qualifications

Must be physically fit and capable of performing outdoor manual tasks.
Ability to follow laid-down schedules and work as part of a team.
Willingness to work in all weather conditions and adapt to changing sites.

Responsibilities

Visit sites weekly/fortnightly with set schedules for timely work.
Safely operate ride-on and rotary mowers, strimmers, and other horticultural tools.
Carry out soil cultivation, planting, mowing, edging, and general landscape upkeep.
Maintain borders, hedges, and shrub trimming; keep sites clean and free of debris.
Keep records of tasks performed, materials used, and equipment.
Ensure safe working practices and report issues to the manager.

Skills

Physical fitness

Self-motivation

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Tools

Ride-on mower

Rotary mower

Strimmers

Leaf blowers

Job description

Key Responsibilities

The sites will need to be visited on weekly/fortnightly basis with schedules set in place for ease of working and getting around to each development in a timely manner.
The safe use of ride-on mowers, rotary mowers, strimmers, leaf blowers and other horticultural machines
Soil cultivation, digging, forking, mulching, watering, raking, weeding, edging, and pruning
Lawn maintenance and repairs, bed preparation and planting, Hedge and shrub trimming
Keeping the borders clear and free from debris and litter at all times
Gritting, salt spreading and snow clearing when required
To keep the tools clean and damage-free, report to manager when necessary
Ensuring that all visited locations are left in a clean and tidy state
Maintenance of records relating to tasks performed, materials and equipment
Promotion of safe working practices
Your responsibilities will include mowing lawns, trimming hedges, planting, weeding, and general landscape upkeep of the contracted sites. You will have a keen eye for detail, be physically fit, and possess a strong work ethic.
This is a Full-Time position working Monday to Friday, 7am to 3pm.
Self-motivated and can work unsupervised
Resilient under pressure and able to adapt to changing environments
Experience in using gardening power tools
Ability to work to laid-down schedules and in all weather conditions
Chemical and hand weed control (PA1/ PA6 are desirable but training can be provided)
Knowledge of the use of chemicals (COSHH) and Health and Safety legislation is desirable.
To meet the child safeguarding regulations, the appointment to this role will be subject to completion of an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS Check) & checkable Work References.

About the Role

Pinnacle Group is looking for an experienced Grounds Maintenance Operative. To join our Total FM Team for Leeds & Kirklees PFI Schools, based at our Morley Depot - Leeds LS27, to ensure our outdoor spaces are well-maintained and visually appealing.

Our Total Facilities Management team delivers integrated asset management and maintenance services across education, leisure, corporate, health and residential sectors. We focus on keeping facilities running smoothly, safely, and efficiently - helping our clients create spaces that work for everyone., 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.

Diversity and Inclusion

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:

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