Head Groundsperson

We are looking for a passionate and knowledgeable Head Ground Person to join the team here are Sedgefield Racecourse.

About us

Arena Racing Company does so much more than lead the UKs largest horse racing group. We have 21 racing venues showcasing horse racing, greyhound racing, golf courses, hotels and events. In short, leisure, entertainment, media production and global distribution are at the heart of what we do, making it an exciting and diverse place to work

Our success is a team effort which is why we offer great opportunities for growth, development and career progression. After all, its our employees that enable us to offer first class service and create an electric atmosphere, all within an industry we love.

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 Head 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

About the role:

As part of the management team at Sedgefield Racecourse you would report directly to the Clerk of Course and work closely with our grounds and greens team at Newcastle racecourse as well as Sedgefield, sharing best practice.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Clerk of the Course, carry out a maintenance programme for the course to include fertilising, spraying and watering. This will involve record keeping and regular walking/inspection of the course and the adjoining areas
• Responsible for preparing the course for racing to include mowing, treading in, aeration, rolling and seeding as required
• Liaise with the Clerk of the Course on purchasing materials to achieve the above with a continued focus on budgetary control
• Responsible for repairing and setting out of all chase and hurdles during the season, including lead in rails. Sitting and positioning of hurdles for racing in agreement with the Clerk of the Course.
• Responsible for rebuilding a percentage of the chase fences, as per the schedule agreed during the close season. All works to be carried as per BHAGIs and in liaison with the Clerk of the Course and the BHA course inspector
• Responsible for repairing, setting out and realigning of the running rail as required by the Clerk of the Course
• Maintenance of all external fencing, other railings and signage
• Control of groundstaff and casual staff on racedays
• Monitor and record weather conditions plus attention to weather forecasts
• In conjunction with the Clerk of the Course, pre-racing Going reports
• In conjunction with the Clerk of the Course oversee any projects or events likely to impact on the racing surface
• Presentation of areas adjacent to the racing surface mow, strim, clean running rail etc.

Please view the job description attached for the full list of responsibilities for this role

The person we are looking for as a Head Grounds Person has..

• 4 Years experience as an Assistant Head Groundsperson
• Level 3 GMA qualified

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.

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