Groundsperson

Hull City; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Hull City is looking for a Groundsperson to help keep its pitches at the standard required for elite sport. You will prepare and maintain the pitches at the MKM Stadium and the First Team Training Ground across both football and rugby seasons, including pitch markings for all Hull City and Hull FC fixtures.

The role involves working shifts, including evenings and weekends depending on fixtures, and working outdoors in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in the sports turf industry.
• Experience using tractors, ride-on mowers and cylinder and rotary mowers.
• Level 2 in Sports Turf Management, or working towards (desirable).
• General knowledge of fertilisers, pesticides and health and safety.
• A proactive approach and the ability to work alone or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain pitches at the MKM Stadium and First Team Training Ground
• Carry out post-match remediation of the playing surface
• Operate all machinery safely and in line with health and safety legislation
• Maintain machinery and complete pre-operation and usage records
• Help maintain stock levels of fertilisers, seed and other materials
• Identify new working practices and products to improve pitch quality

Skills

Sports turf experience

Machinery operation

Team or solo work

Education

Level 2 in Sports Turf Management

Tools

Tractors

Ride-on mowers

Cylinder mowers

Rotary mowers

Job description

Hull City is looking for a Groundsperson to help keep its pitches at the standard required for elite sport.

The Role

You will prepare and maintain the pitches at the MKM Stadium and the First Team Training Ground across both the football and rugby seasons, including pitch markings for all Hull City and Hull FC fixtures.

The role involves working shifts, including evenings and weekends depending on fixtures, and working outdoors in all weather conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain pitches at the MKM Stadium and First Team Training Ground
• Carry out post-match remediation of the playing surface
• Operate all machinery safely and in line with health and safety legislation
• Maintain machinery and complete pre-operation and usage records
• Help maintain stock levels of fertilisers, seed and other materials
• Identify new working practices and products to improve pitch quality

About You

• Previous experience in the sports turf industry
• Experience using tractors, ride-on mowers and cylinder and rotary mowers
• Level 2 in Sports Turf Management, or working towards (desirable)
• General knowledge of fertilisers, pesticides and health and safety
• A proactive approach and the ability to work alone or in a team

Key Details

• Location: MKM Stadium and First Team Training Ground, Hull
• Contract: Full-time, permanent
• Closing date: 23 November 2026