A vacancy for a groundsperson has arisen.
JOB TITLE: Head Groundsperson
LOCATION: Chesterfield FC, Technique Stadium and the club’s training ground
REPORTS TO: CEO and First Team Manager
LIAISON: First Team Management and suppliers
WORKING HOURS: 40 hours per week plus attendance at all home fixtures
SALARY: Dependent on experience
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The Head Groundsperson will be responsible for the delivery of pitch maintenance and improvement at both sites to the highest standards, managing a team of staff to deliver the highest quality playing surfaces and work flexibly due to the first team commitments.
The roles and responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
• Presentation of all pitches to the highest standard for matches and training schedules
• Creation of work and fertiliser programmes to ensure all pitches are maintained to the highest possible standard
• Establishing and managing budgets for all aspects of work undertaken and ensuring those budgets are adhered to
• Liaising with suppliers to order products and services where required
• Ensure machinery is maintained and serviced to the required standard
• Managing and upskilling staff to ensure they are capable of carrying out their duties in an efficient and professional manner
• Presenting and managing an end of season/close season pitch renovation programme
• Liaising with the First Team Manager and coaching staff on a daily basis to ensure pitches are appropriately prepared for training and matches
• Providing support and training to apprentices when necessary
• Creating and maintaining relationships with key suppliers
• Any other duties as required and directed by the CEO
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
• Qualified with an NVQ Level 3 in Sports Turf Management or equivalent qualification
• Experience in working on professional sports pitches is desirable
• PA1, 2a and 6 Spraying Certificates are desirable.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively, lead a team and also independently using own initiative
• Full UK driving licence
SAFEGUARDING
• To ensure compliance with the company’s safeguarding policy – FA DBS required
HOW TO APPLY
Please provide your CV plus a covering letter including why you would be the ideal candidate for the role, your previous experience and salary expectations to:
Closing date: February 25, 2022
