Lead Groundskeeper, Football Training Pitches

Sheffield United Football Club; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 25,830 - 31,570; Full time

Job summary

Sheffield United Football Club is hiring a Deputy Head Groundskeeper to maintain the training pitches at Shirecliffe Training Ground. The role includes supervising grounds staff, managing maintenance tasks, and ensuring safety compliance during all operations.

The ideal candidate should have experience in pitch maintenance and staff management, a full driving licence, and a good understanding of equipment operation. The position offers an annual salary of £28,700 and requires a commitment to safety and high standards.

Qualifications

• Experience managing and maintaining stadium pitches and staff.
• Proven track record of executing general grounds maintenance.
• Experience with machinery checking and logging.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing maintenance of pitches.
• Supervise staff and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Stand in for the Head Groundskeeper when required.

Skills

Mowing

Divoting

Irrigation system operation

Good communication skills

Education

Full Driving Licence

NVQ level 3 in sports turf or equivalent

Job description

Sheffield United Football Club is hiring a Deputy Head Groundskeeper to maintain the training pitches at Shirecliffe Training Ground. The role includes supervising grounds staff, managing maintenance tasks, and ensuring safety compliance during all operations.

The ideal candidate should have experience in pitch maintenance and staff management, a full driving licence, and a good understanding of equipment operation. The position offers an annual salary of £28,700 and requires a commitment to safety and high standards.