Grounds Person

Grounds Person When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed.We are looking for a passionate and knowledgeable Grounds Person to join our team here at Central Park Greyhound Stadium. About the role: As a Grounds Person you will assist in maintaining the highest quality racing surface all year round.Maintenance of the outside areas to the highest possible standard of presentation. The Grounds Person will also assist in the maintenance of all track / kennel equipment. To assist with the smooth running of race meetings. The person we are looking for as a Grounds Person has.. Excellent time management skills Excellent attendance record Flexible approach to working Works well under pressure Organised Good Communication Skills Enjoy outdoor working Full clean driving licence Tractor driving experience an advantage Responsibilities: Under the direction of the Grounds Manager, learn and carry out maintenance programmes for the track. The work entails working outside in changing and often inclement weather conditions and can be physically demanding. Assure the track surface is prepared accordingly prior to every trial and race meeting and maintained throughout meeting this will include:- Use of tractors, attachments, machinery and maintenance equipment as required. Maintain all grass/non running surfaces with particular attention to raceday and event presentation. General maintenance of external areas, to include car parks, tarmac areas and customer facing areas. Ensure all external areas are free from weeds, rubbish and leaves. You will be required to carry out checking and testing of racing equipment to ensure all equipment is functional and a professional appearance is maintained at all times. Abide by all regulations and safe working practices in accordance as detailed in the Companys Health and Safety Policy and Procedures. Ensure compliance with all aspects of the GBGB rules of racing and report any and all issues to your line manager. Ensure greyhound welfare is at the heart of everything you do and highlight any instances to your line manager where these standards are not met. Due to the nature of this role, working unsocial hours will be a frequent occurrence, and may include late evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays. Work Well in a team and have initiative to work by yourself. Working closely with the kennels team, racing team and officials such as GBGB. What is ARC? We embrace diversity We develop our people We care for our visitors We think about our impact We are proud of our sport Work Perks of being a Grounds Person... Annual passes to attend any of our 21 venues Discounted food & ARC days out Cycle to work scheme Holiday allowance increasing with length of service up to 28 days Company life assurance scheme Discretionary group annual bonus schemes to reward your hard work Support with study through our study assistance schemes And so much more We are on a thrilling journey. So, to join us at our next destination, be part of a winning team and to learn more about our company and this exciting opportunity apply today. At ARC, we believe that a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace makes us a more relevant, more competitive, and more resilient company. We welcome people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability that requires reasonable adjustments, please let us know; we will ensure that individuals with additional needs are provided reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions. We understand the value that diversity brings to our business and we are striving to create a working environment that is inclusive, psychologically and physically safe and ensures everyone can be heard and valued for their contributions. We are committed to making a consistent, top-down effort to be role models on what diversity, inclusion and belonging means in society.TPBN1_UKTJ