Grounds Maintenance Operative (Educational Sites)

Pinnacle Group is looking for an experienced Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our Soft Facilities Management Division in Clacton. You will be working across 3 educational sites playing an important role in maintaining the external grounds, to ensure the conditions of the sites are well kept for students and visitors. 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. A full UK driving licence is essential for this role. The hours of work are 8am to 4pm, Monday to Friday,

• 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
• Maintenance of vehicles and gardening machinery
  
  A Full UK driving licence
• Professional grounds maintenance/gardening experience
• Knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation and safety procedures
• Commitment to delivering excellent customer service
  
  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 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:
• Maternity/paternity packages
• Flexible Working Arrangements
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced Pension Scheme
• Additional Annual Leave
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Retail Discounts
• Childcare Assistance
• Season Ticket Loans
• Sick Pay Schemes