At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain beautiful landscapes across South London, including mowing, trimming, and planting.
- Company: Join Pinnacle Group, a leading provider of housing and community services.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, career growth, and a supportive work culture.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace that values diversity and personal development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while working outdoors.
- Qualifications: Full UK driving licence and experience with gardening tools required.
The predicted salary is between 24397 - 29819 £ per year.
Pinnacle Group is looking for an experienced Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our Soft Facilities Management Division in Forest Hill. Working externally across multiple residential estates across the South London area, you will play an important role in maintaining the general landscape, including mowing lawns, trimming hedges, planting and weeding in new builds, extra care sites and sheltered accommodation.
Our Soft Facilities Management division delivers essential services to homes, schools, universities and public sector organisations – including housing providers and blue light authorities. We focus on creating clean, safe and welcoming environments, with a commitment to quality, community impact and customer care.
If you take pride in maintaining clean, safe and well-presented environments and enjoy delivering a high-quality service, we'd love to hear from you. This is a temporary to permanent role working 37.5 hours per week, 7AM-3:30PM, Monday to Friday. A full UK Driving Licence is required.
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:
- Driving company vehicles and transporting plant, machinery and equipment
- General maintenance of grounds e.g. grass cutting, clearing of debris, leaves, litter, hedge and shrub trimming
- Use of gardening equipment, powered hand tools and ride on machinery
- Basic flower bed maintenance
- Salt and grit spreading to ensure pathways are safe
- Maintenance of vehicles and gardening machinery
Key requirements:
- Full driving license held for a minimum of 1 year
- Experience in using gardening power tools
- Knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation and safety procedures
- Commitment to delivering excellent customer service
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.
Grounds Maintenance Operative in Sydenham employer: Pinnacle Group
Pinnacle Group is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values teamwork and dedication. As part of our Soft FM team in Enfield, you will benefit from ongoing training and development opportunities, ensuring your skills grow alongside the company. Enjoy the satisfaction of working outdoors while contributing to the beautification of our housing sites, all within a friendly and dynamic environment.
