The safe use of ride-on mowers, rotary mowers, strimmers, leaf blowers and other horticultural machines
Soil cultivation, digging, forking, mulching, watering, raking, weeding, edging, and pruning
Lawn maintenance and repairs, bed preparation and planting, hedge and shrub trimming
Keeping the borders clear and free from debris and litter at all times
Gritting, salt spreading and snow clearing when required
To keep the tools clean and damage-free, report to the manager when necessary
Ensuring that all visited locations are left in a clean and tidy state
Maintenance of records relating to tasks performed, materials and equipment
Promotion of safe working practices

Your role will involve travelling to schools within Leeds & Kirklees area , mowing lawns, trimming hedges, planting, weeding, and general landscape and the upkeep of the contracted sites. You will have a keen eye for detail, be physically fit, and possess a strong work ethic.
Full UK Manual Driver's License with experience in towing a trailer with equipment required
Self-motivated and can work unsupervised
Resilience under pressure and able to adapt to changing environments
Experience in using gardening power tools
Ability to work to laid down schedules and in all weather conditions
Chemical and hand weed control (PA1/ PA6 are desirable, but training can be provided)
Knowledge of the use of chemicals (COSHH) and Health and Safety legislation is desirable.
To meet the child safeguarding regulations, the appointment to this role will be subject to completion of an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS Check) & checkable Work References.

Pinnacle Group is looking for an experienced Grounds Maintenance Operative. To join our Total FM Team for Leeds & Kirklees PFI Schools Contract based from our Morley Depot - Leeds LS27 to ensure our outdoor spaces are well-maintained and visually appealing.

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
Personal Development Plans

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