Assistant Head Grounds Lead – Elite Football Pitches

Aston Villa Football Club; Aston; Sur place; GBP 39 000 - 47 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Aston Villa Football Club is seeking an Assistant Head Grounds Person for Villa Park. You will lead daily ground maintenance across elite playing surfaces and provide support at Bodymoor Heath as needed.

Role involves supervising a Grounds Team, coordinating with broadcasting and operations staff, and ensuring safety standards on busy matchdays and events. The Club offers staff benefits and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in a supervisory role with NVQ Level 3 Horticulture/Sports Turf or equivalent.
• Proactive and detail-oriented with the ability to resolve challenges and communicate clearly.
• Organised with the ability to adapt to changing conditions in a dynamic environment.
• Available to work flexible hours including matchdays and stadium events; UK driving licence required.

Responsabilités

• Deliver daily maintenance operations including grass cutting, line marking, aeration, overseeding and turf replacement.
• Perform fertilisation and irrigation checks and adjustments, including pitch heating system.
• Supervise the wider Grounds Team as needed and coordinate with Club colleagues.
• Support all matchday and event operations pitch preparations and post-match recovery.

Connaissances

Supervisory experience

Effective communication

Organised

Formation

NVQ Level 3 Horticulture/Sports Turf

Driving licence

Description du poste

Aston Villa Football Club is seeking an Assistant Head Grounds Person for Villa Park. You will lead daily ground maintenance across elite playing surfaces and provide support at Bodymoor Heath as needed.

Role involves supervising a Grounds Team, coordinating with broadcasting and operations staff, and ensuring safety standards on busy matchdays and events. The Club offers staff benefits and development opportunities.