Role Overview
The Head Groundsperson will be responsible for the maintenance, improvement, and presentation of all playing surfaces across multiple facilities. This role leads a grounds team to deliver high-quality pitches to professional standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the preparation, maintenance, and remediation of all pitches across stadium and training facilities to professional standards.
- Ensure all surrounding landscaped and external areas are safe, clean, and well maintained.
- Ensure the safe operation, maintenance, and accurate record-keeping of all machinery in line with Health & Safety legislation.
- Manage procurement, stock control, and the cost-effective use of materials, equipment, and external services.
- Liaise with suppliers, contractors, and consultants to improve pitch quality, working practices, and staff development.
- Plan and oversee close-season remediation, construction, and resurfacing works.
- Provide guidance on facility usage to maintain surface quality and maximise operational efficiency.
- Maintain management information and reporting relating to staff, equipment, and materials.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, including Health & Safety, COSHH, and environmental regulations, completing regular risk assessments.
- Lead, motivate, manage, and appraise grounds staff in line with company policy and performance standards.
About You
You are an experienced grounds professional with a proven track record of delivering playing surfaces to a elite professional standard. You bring strong technical knowledge of sports turf management alongside the leadership skills required to manage teams, budgets, and operational demands.
You will ideally have:
- NVQ Level 3 in Sports Turf Management or an equivalent professional qualification.
- Proven experience maintaining professional sports pitches to a high standard.
- PA1, PA2A and PA6 spraying certificates (desirable).
- Excellent organisational and communication skills and a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.