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Grounds Operative

Job Posted: 7 days ago

Salary: £ 27,500 - 30,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Hedge End

Expire in: 21 days

Job Description

Grounds Maintenance Operative  
Location: Southampton, across different sites
 Hours: Monday- Friday with 1 in 4 weekend rota
 Salary: Up to £30,000 with performance bonus available 

 Your New Client 
Our client is a successful sports business, looking for a skilled and motivated Grounds Maintenance Operative to support the preparation and upkeep of elite-level playing surfaces. 
This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a dynamic environment where precision, quality, and pride in the pitch matter every day. 

Your Role: As a key member of our Grounds Team, you will be responsible for the maintenance and preparation of playing surfaces to the highest professional standard. 
This includes:

Preparing and maintaining playing surfaces for training sessions and matches

Performing minor construction and landscaping tasks under guidance

Operating and maintaining grounds machinery and equipment

Ensuring safe and correct use, storage, and disposal of chemicals and pesticides (if licensed)

Supporting and executing seasonal and weekly turf care programmes

Conducting basic risk assessments and responding appropriately in emergencies

Supervising part-time staff and ensuring high safety and work standards

Adhering to all safeguarding policies relating to children and vulnerable adults

What My Client Is Looking For:
Minimum 2 years’ experience in sports turf or grounds maintenance

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in turf maintenance or a relevant field

Proficient use of rotary and cylinder mowers, tractors, line markers, etc.

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

PA1, PA2, and PA6 pesticide spraying certifications

Clean UK driving licence

Why Join My Team?
Competitive Salary + Bonuses Available
25 days Annual Leave + Your Birthday Off
Pension  + Private Medical Incentive
Gain exposure to professional sports turf standards and practices
Free parking on site & moreTo find out more, contact Amy at Kemp Recruitment on (phone number removed) or apply today. INDAP

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