Sports Grounds & Facilities Coordinator

Dunhillmedical; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working opportunities

Generous pensions scheme

Annual leave entitlement

Job summary

The University of Sheffield seeks a dedicated Landscape Sports Assistant to oversee daily operations at Norton Sports Park and Goodwin Sports Centre. You will ensure safety, cleanliness, and readiness of facilities for students and the wider community.

Reporting to the Landscape Supervisor, you will plan maintenance, supervise staff, conduct inspections, and ensure compliance with health and safety, IMS, and environmental standards across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Hold a Level 3 Horticulture qualification and experience of working within the landscape industry.
• Hold a relevant health and safety qualification (IOSH working safely) or the ability to achieve within 3 months of starting in post.
• Hold a First Aid at Work qualification or the ability to achieve within 3 months of starting in post.
• Hold a full UK driving licence (a substantive licence to drive in the UK).

Responsibilities

• Assist the Landscape Supervisor with planning and delivery of an annual maintenance programme including use of specialised machinery.
• Have a working knowledge of health and safety legislation and promote a positive health and safety culture.
• Open/secure the facility, inspect pitches, welcome customers, and act as a point of contact for first aid and general enquiries.
• Coordinate with Grounds Supervisor and external service providers for equipment servicing and record-keeping.
• Promote a can-do culture and ensure compliance with IMS, Quality and Environmental Management Systems.

Skills

Health and safety awareness

Autonomous working

Team collaboration

Customer service orientation

Education

Level 3 Horticulture qualification

Full UK driving licence

IOSH working safely

First Aid at Work

Job description

The University of Sheffield seeks a dedicated Landscape Sports Assistant to oversee daily operations at Norton Sports Park and Goodwin Sports Centre. You will ensure safety, cleanliness, and readiness of facilities for students and the wider community.

Reporting to the Landscape Supervisor, you will plan maintenance, supervise staff, conduct inspections, and ensure compliance with health and safety, IMS, and environmental standards across multiple sites.