Grounds Maintenance Operative in Orpington

Pinnacle Group is seeking an experienced Grounds Maintenance Operative based in Orpington to ensure that outdoor spaces across numerous housing sites are well-maintained and well-presented. Your responsibilities will include:

• Mowing lawns, 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, and preparing soil and beds.
• Clearing debris, picking litter, sweeping pathways and maintaining cleanliness of outdoor areas.
• Safely operating machinery such as mowers, strimmers and leaf blowers, and maintaining tools and equipment.
• Operating company vehicles to transport equipment and access multiple sites as required.
• Following all safety procedures and regulations to ensure a safe working environment.
• Performing seasonal duties such as leaf clearing, frost protection or preparing sites for different weather conditions.

Key Requirements:

• Valid driving licence.
• 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 and compliance with health and safety regulations relevant to grounds maintenance.
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to communicate effectively with clients and the public.

This is a full-time permanent position, working Monday to Friday 7 AM – 3:30 PM. Due to the use of work vehicles, a full UK driving licence is required for this role. We welcome applications from all backgrounds – particularly from those who represent the communities we serve.