Pinnacle Group Limited
Grounds Maintenance Operative
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Job Title: Grounds Maintenance Operative
Location: Sittingbourne
Company: Pinnacle Group
About the Role:
Pinnacle Group is seeking an experienced Grounds Maintenance Operative based in Sittingbourne to ensure that outdoor spaces across numerous housing sites are well-maintained and well-presented. You will be responsible for a variety of landscaping tasks, including:
- Mowing lawns
- Trimming hedges and shrubs
- Weeding flower beds and pathways
- Performing general upkeep such as clearing debris
You will operate and maintain groundskeeping equipment safely and efficiently, following all health and safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
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.
Who We’re Looking For:
The ideal candidate will have:
- Proven experience in grounds maintenance or landscaping
- Be physically fit, able to work in all weather conditions
- Possess a keen eye for detail
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Key Responsibilities:
- Mowing, edging, and maintaining lawns
- Trimming and shaping hedges, shrubs, and bushes
- Removing weeds from flower beds, pathways, and other landscaped areas
- Planting flowers, shrubs, trees, and other plants
- Clearing debris, litter picking, sweeping pathways, and maintaining cleanliness of outdoor areas
- Safely operating machinery such as mowers, strimmers, and leaf blowers
- Driving company vehicles to transport equipment and access multiple sites
- Following all safety procedures and regulations
- Performing seasonal duties like leaf clearing, frost protection, or preparing sites for different weather conditions
Key Requirements:
- Valid UK Driving License
- Proven experience in grounds maintenance or landscaping
- Physically fit and able to work outdoors in various weather conditions
- Good knowledge of horticultural practices, including planting, pruning, and weed control
- Ability to operate and maintain groundskeeping machinery and hand tools safely and efficiently
- Understanding of and compliance with health and safety regulations relevant to grounds maintenance
- Excellent customer service skills and the ability to communicate effectively with clients and the public
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Our Offer:
The more diverse our workforce, the better we can adapt to and reflect the needs of our customers. We welcome applications from all backgrounds – particularly from those who represent the communities we serve.
As a colleague, you will become part of an inclusive culture, where you will have the opportunity to achieve your full potential and enhance your career through learning and development.
Benefits:
- Flexible Working Arrangements
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Personal Development Plans
- In addition to statutory benefits such as sick pay, maternity/paternity pay, pension scheme, and annual leave
Working Hours:
This is a full-time position, working Monday to Friday from 7 AM - 3:30 PM.
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