LB445 - Groundsperson
Location: Market Lavington
Salary: £27,000
Overview:
First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Groundsperson on behalf of one of our clients.
Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Maintain and develop all outdoor sports surfaces (natural grass, artificial surfaces, and hard courts) in accordance with recognised industry standards.
- Ensure timely preparation and safe set up of facilities for lessons, fixtures, training and events.
- Work closely with the Sports Department to ensure pitch availability and quality meet curriculum and fixture requirements.
- Liaise with the Sports Centre Manager regarding external lettings to ensure suitability, safety and compliance.
- Manage the maintenance and development of formal gardens and landscaped areas, including planting schemes and seasonal displays.
- Oversee tree management in line with the School’s Tree Policy, best practice and health and safety requirements.
- Liaise with Tree Officers, arboricultural consultants and contractors as required.
- Manage woodland areas to ensure safe access while promoting biodiversity, conservation and habitat enhancement.
- Ensure all grounds machinery and equipment is safe, compliant, maintained and fit for purpose.
- Attend and contribute to termly health & safety meetings and inspections as required.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Relevant professional qualifications in grounds management or horticulture.
- Strong technical experience across sports turf, gardens and landscape management.
- Sound working knowledge of health and safety legislation.
- Appropriate spraying and chainsaw qualifications.
- Competent IT skills.
- Full, clean driving licence.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
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