Grounds Maintenance Operative in Romford

Pinnacle Group is seeking an experienced Grounds Maintenance Operative based in Dagenham 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 and 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.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in grounds maintenance or landscaping, be physically fit, able to work in all weather conditions and possess a keen eye for detail.

This is a full‑time permanent position, working Monday to Friday 7:00AM – 3:30PM.

A full UK driving licence is required for this role.

You will be joining our Soft FM team based in Dagenham.

Our Soft FM team is responsible for a wide range of grounds maintenance services across the South East of the country.

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.

Key Responsibilities

• 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, and preparing soil and beds.
• Clearing debris, litter picking, sweeping pathways and maintaining cleanliness of outdoor areas.
• Safely operating machinery such as mowers, strimmers and leaf blowers, and maintaining tools and equipment.
• Driving 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 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.
• Our offer

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.

In addition to statutory benefits such as sick pay, maternity/paternity pay, pension scheme and annual leave, we offer a wide range of benefits at Pinnacle Group, dependant on your role or business area, such as:

• Flexible Working Arrangements
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Personal Development Plans
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