Groundstaff (Cobham) – Chelsea FC

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES (Play Your Part):

• Maintain general up-keep and cleanliness of the whole site.
• Undertaking general maintenance operations associated with pitch and estate management
• Divoting and repairing of pitches after matches and training sessions
• Undertaking general routine maintenance operations including:

• Use of tractors and other various ride-on machinery
• Use of pedestrian/hand-held machinery
• Setting up, preparing and maintaining of all pitches and training areas to a high standard
• Setting and marking out of all Pitches and Training areas
• Applying various fertilisers using a tractor mounted spreader or pedestrian spreader

• Ensure that all equipment and machinery is properly maintained, secured and to report any faults or defects immediately.
• To work and act in a professional manner and wearing the appropriate uniform/work wear that will be provided at all times.

PERSONAL SPECIFICATION:

Qualifications:

Essential

• Minimum NVQ level 2 in Sports Turf Maintenance (or equivalent) and 1 year experience in sportsturf or 3 years experience in sportsurf

Experience:

Essential

• Passionate and willing to work outdoors and in all weathers.
• Passionate and willing to work both in a team but also on your own initiative.
• Able to work in a professional and responsible manner.
• Good communication skills.
• Personal qualities include excellent time management, attention to detail and a friendly and outgoing personality.
• A flexible approach to working hours, particularly weekends and bank holidays is a must.
• Attention to detail