Grounds Maintenance Operative

Grounds Maintenance Operative

Job Type:

Permanent

Job Sector:

Other

Region:

South East

Location:

Reading

Salary:

£13.45 to £13.45 per hour

Salary Description:

£13.45 - £13.45

Posted:

28/04/2026

Recruiter:

Pinnacle Group

Job Ref:

T1156 Pinnacle Group are looking for a diligent Grounds Maintenance Operative to ensure our outdoor spaces are well-maintained and visually appealing. You will be joining our Soft FM Grounds Maintenance teams who are based around the Reading area and travelling to sites across Berkshire and Buckinghamshire.

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.

Your responsibilities will include mowing lawns, trimming hedges, planting, weeding, and general landscape upkeep of housing sites (new builds, extra care sites and sheltered accommodation). A full UK Driving Licence will be essential.

You will have a keen eye for detail, be physically fit, and possess a strong work ethic. If you are passionate about creating and maintaining beautiful, safe outdoor environments, we would love to hear from you.

A full UK Driving Licence is an essential requirement for this position.

Who we arePinnacle Group is a leading UK private sector provider of housing and neighbourhood services, managing and maintaining communities where people live, learn, work and play.

We're a people-first organisation with a values driven culture that has remained consistent for thirty years; living through how we treat our employees and our customers.

Who we're looking forWe're looking for someone who, alongside the key criteria below, will sign up to our values of Trust, Respect, Involve, Challenge and Deliver Excellence and will be determined to maintain the confidence of our clients and communities.

Key responsibilities will include:

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 as well as preparing soil and beds.

Clearing debris, litter picking, sweeping pathways, and maintaining cleanliness of outdoor areas.

Safely operating machinery such as mowers, strimmer and leaf blowers, along with maintaining tools and equipment.

Driving company vehicles to transport equipment and access multiple sites as required.

Performing seasonal duties like leaf clearing, frost protection, or preparing sites for different weather conditions.

Key requirements:

Full driving licenceExperience in using gardening power toolsKnowledge of relevant health and safety legislation and safety procedures.

Commitment to delivering excellent customer service.

Our offerWe 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:

Flexible Working ArrangementsLife AssuranceEnhanced Pension Scheme