Assistant grounds person, Wrexham

As part of the Facilities and Stadium, we are responsible for looking after the entire site, including our Academy training pitches, the indoor artificial pitch, and the main stadium pitch to a professional standard.

The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Grounds Person to join our team. You will be responsible for ensuring the stadium pitch is prepared to a high standard, pedestrian mowing, line marking, repairing any damage, and all other aspects of pitch maintenance and preparation, as well as the surrounding areas of the stadium such as car parks and bankings, working under the guidance of the Head Groundsman and their Deputy. This role is predominantly outside, so you will be working in all weather conditions.

The Person

The ideal candidates need to have pride in their work, be professional at all times while working within a small, dedicated team, and show the ability to work using their own initiative when necessary. Ideally, good communication skills are required with a focus on team ethics and high standards.

Beneficial (but not essential) Requirements

1. NVQ2 or higher in sports turf or equivalent
2. Previous experience in all aspects of grounds maintenance
3. Experience using cylinder mowers, ride-on mowers/tractors
4. Good understanding of health & safety legislation
5. Good understanding of safeguarding

Benefits

1. Free on-site parking
2. 25 days annual leave including bank holidays
3. Subsidised lunch
4. Regular training

Hours

Minimum of 37.5 hours a week, all first team matchdays, and some academy fixtures/training.