Sports Grounds & Turf Technician (Flexible Hours)

Football Association of Wales; Wrexham; Sur place; GBP 24 000 - 27 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Football Association of Wales is seeking a Groundsperson to prepare and maintain sporting facilities at Colliers Park, Gresford, Wrexham. The role involves hands-on upkeep, safe chemical handling, and adherence to health and safety standards.

Ideal candidates will have an NVQ Level 3 in Sports Turf (or be working towards) and pesticide certificates (PA1/PA6) or be progressing toward them. A Welsh speaker is advantageous; enhanced DBS check required; evenings and weekend rota work may be

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a similar role in a sporting environment.
• NVQ Level 3 in Sports Turf or working towards.
• PA1, PA2, PA6 pesticide application certificates or working towards.

Responsabilités

• Prepare and maintain the sports facilities in accordance with the annual maintenance programme.
• Maintain general landscaping areas as directed by Head Groundsperson.
• Deputise for Head Groundsperson and support planned facility use.
• Maintain and operate pitch irrigation systems; ensure safe working practices.
• Undertake minor building maintenance and ensure health and safety compliance.
• Conduct basic risk assessments and respond to emergencies.
• Promote safe practices and resource efficiency.

Connaissances

Planning & time management

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Reliability

Confidentiality

Teamwork & initiative

Self-motivation

Flexibility under pressure

Formation

NVQ Level 3 in Sports Turf

Pesticide certificates PA1/PA2/PA6

Description du poste

The Football Association of Wales is seeking a Groundsperson to prepare and maintain sporting facilities at Colliers Park, Gresford, Wrexham. The role involves hands-on upkeep, safe chemical handling, and adherence to health and safety standards.

Ideal candidates will have an NVQ Level 3 in Sports Turf (or be working towards) and pesticide certificates (PA1/PA6) or be progressing toward them. A Welsh speaker is advantageous; enhanced DBS check required; evenings and weekend rota work may be