Head Grounds Person at Colchester United Football Club

Job Summary As the Head Grounds Person for Colchester United Football Club, you will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance and care of the main pitch at the stadium, as well as five additional pitches at the training ground. This is a working leadership role: you will be out on the pitches alongside your team while also taking ownership of planning, administration and people management, bringing fresh ideas and a progressive approach to turf care. Your primary goal will be to ensure that all playing surfaces meet the highest standards of quality and safety, providing an optimal playing environment for the team while also keeping the wider grounds and landscaped areas at the training facility looking immaculate. Responsibilities: Pitch Maintenance: Oversee and execute the day-to-day maintenance of the main pitch at the stadium, training ground pitches, together with the grounds around them. Regularly assess and implement necessary measures to maintain pitch quality, including aeration, top dressing, fertilisation, irrigation, and pest control. Coordinate pitch renovations, including reseeding, turf repairs, and other necessary enhancements. Monitor weather and pitch conditions and adjust maintenance practices accordingly to ensure optimal playing conditions. Grounds Management: Manage and lead a team of grounds staff, providing clear guidance, supervision, and training to ensure the highest standards of workmanship. Develop and implement a maintenance schedule for ..... full job details .....