Grounds Maintenance Operative

Pinnacle Group Limited; Morley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Annual leave

Sick pay

Maternity/paternity leave

Career progression

Job summary

Pinnacle Group Limited is seeking an experienced Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our Total FM Team for Leeds & Kirklees PFI Schools, based at our Morley Depot - Leeds LS27. You will ensure outdoor spaces are well-maintained and visually appealing, visiting sites on a weekly/fortnightly schedule and operating ride-on and rotary mowers.

This full‑time role runs Monday to Friday, 7am to 3pm. The ideal candidate will be self‑motivated, capable of working unsupervised, and familiar with

Qualifications

• 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.
• Knowledge of chemical weed control (PA1/PA6 desirable with training).
• Familiarity with COSHH and Health & Safety legislation (desirable).
• DBS check and checkable references required.

Responsibilities

• The sites will need to be visited on a weekly/fortnightly basis with schedules set for efficient travel.
• Safe use of ride-on mowers, rotary mowers, strimmers, leaf blowers and other horticultural machines.
• Soil cultivation, digging, mulching, watering, weeding, edging, and pruning.
• Lawn maintenance, bed preparation, planting, hedge and shrub trimming.
• Keep borders clear of debris and litter; report issues to the manager.
• Gritting, salt spreading and snow clearing when required.
• Maintain tools in good condition and report damage.
• Ensure visited locations are left clean and tidy; maintain task records.

Skills

Self-motivated

Resilient under pressure

Experience with gardening power tools

Work to schedules

COSHH & Health & Safety awareness

DBS check awareness

Tools

Ride-on mower

Rotary mower

Strimmer

Leaf blower

Job description

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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.

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.

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:

• 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

Skills Required

• 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.

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: