Stadium Grounds Person
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- Job Reference: CUFC/Grounds
- Date Posted: 19 May 2026
- Recruiter: Colchester United Football Club
- Location: Colchester, Essex
- Salary: £26,500 to £28,000
- Sector: Community & Sport
- Job Type: Permanent
- Work Hours: Full Time
Head Grounds Person / Deputy Head Grounds PersonReporting to: Location: Colchester United Football Club - all sites, including the stadium and training facilitiesJob Description:
The successful candidate will be part of the Grounds team and will assist with the preparation, maintenance and presentation of playing surfaces and surrounding areas across all Club sites to ensure they are safe, fit for use and maintained to a high standard.
The Grounds Person will work closely with the Head Grounds Person, Deputy Head Grounds Person and relevant Club departments to support the use and upkeep of the grounds and pitches.
Flexibility within role is essential and candidates must be available to work scheduled hours, including weekends and evenings, as expected within a professional sporting environment.
• Operating equipment and machinery used in grounds maintenance safely and in accordance with health and safety requirements.
• Preparing and maintaining playing surfaces, including operating pedestrian mowers, ride-on mowers and tractors with implements.
• Setting out and marking pitches, and assisting with fertiliser and approved chemical applications, irrigation and routine equipment maintenance.
• Assisting the Grounds Team management with stock control and the ordering of materials and equipment as required.
• At least NVQ Level 2 in Sports Turf Management or equivalent, or demonstrable experience in sports turf maintenance.
£26,500 - £28,000 dependent on experience and qualifications.