Groundsman
| Posting date: | 27 September 2024 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 October 2024 |
| Location: | SE1 8SW |
| Company: | Mitie |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 62251 |
Summary
Role Introduction
Working within a team three staff you will be responsible for the grounds maintenance of playing surfaces and landscape to an exceptionally high standard.
Due to the needs of the school and the department, we may interview suitable candidates before the closing date. This job may also close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.
Main Duties
-Day to day maintenance of all types of sports surfaces and landscapes and assisting with the wider landscape when required;
-The creation, marking out setting up of playing surfaces;
-The safe use and operation of equipment and machinery used in grounds maintenance, such as tractors, ride on mowers, hand mower, leaf blowers, rollers and all other machinery associated with Sport turf preparation;
-Mowing, spiking, slitting, topdressing, fertilising, line marking, undertaking pitch repairs and all other maintenance of sports surfaces;
-To adhere to current Health and Safety legislation and best practice.
-To ensure own safety, and the safety of others who may be affected by your actions. Employees must follow instructions and co-operate at all times with their line manager.
-To undertake any other duties as may reasonably be required of you in the post;
-Commitment and promotion of equality, diversity and inclusion;
The Ideal Candidate
To be successful in this role, the incumbent should have:
-General knowledge of Grounds maintenance;
-Previous experience in a similar role;
-At least 2 GCSEs at grade C/4 and above;
-NPTC Tractor Driving Certificate;
-A minimum of Level 2 in Sport Turf Management or an equivalent;
-PA1 and PA6 Hand Held Applicator Certificate;
-PA2 Tractor Mounted Spraying Certificate is desirable;
-Practical knowledge of line marking of football, rugby, athletics tracks.
Working within a team three staff you will be responsible for the grounds maintenance of playing surfaces and landscape to an exceptionally high standard.
Due to the needs of the school and the department, we may interview suitable candidates before the closing date. This job may also close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.
Main Duties
-Day to day maintenance of all types of sports surfaces and landscapes and assisting with the wider landscape when required;
-The creation, marking out setting up of playing surfaces;
-The safe use and operation of equipment and machinery used in grounds maintenance, such as tractors, ride on mowers, hand mower, leaf blowers, rollers and all other machinery associated with Sport turf preparation;
-Mowing, spiking, slitting, topdressing, fertilising, line marking, undertaking pitch repairs and all other maintenance of sports surfaces;
-To adhere to current Health and Safety legislation and best practice.
-To ensure own safety, and the safety of others who may be affected by your actions. Employees must follow instructions and co-operate at all times with their line manager.
-To undertake any other duties as may reasonably be required of you in the post;
-Commitment and promotion of equality, diversity and inclusion;
The Ideal Candidate
To be successful in this role, the incumbent should have:
-General knowledge of Grounds maintenance;
-Previous experience in a similar role;
-At least 2 GCSEs at grade C/4 and above;
-NPTC Tractor Driving Certificate;
-A minimum of Level 2 in Sport Turf Management or an equivalent;
-PA1 and PA6 Hand Held Applicator Certificate;
-PA2 Tractor Mounted Spraying Certificate is desirable;
-Practical knowledge of line marking of football, rugby, athletics tracks.