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Head GroundspersonAFC Fylde • England, United Kingdom
Head Groundsperson

Head Groundsperson

AFC Fylde • England, United Kingdom
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
Full Time • Mill Farm Stadium & Kellemergh Park | Up to 35k Are you passionate about maintaining elite‑level football pitches and delivering exceptional playing surfaces? AFC Fylde are looking for an experienced and dedicated Head Groundsperson to take the lead on all grounds maintenance across our state‑of‑the‑art facilities. About Us AFC Fylde operates in a competitive sporting landscape, alongside other professional clubs on the Fylde Coast. With outstanding facilities at Mill Farm Stadium and Kellemergh Park, we continue to grow across all areas of the Club and are committed to delivering first‑class operational standards. As Head Groundsperson, you’ll play a crucial role in ensuring our pitches meet the demands of elite football. The Role Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer , you will be responsible for developing and implementing a season‑long maintenance plan, ensuring our pitches and surrounding areas are consistently maintained to the highest standard for training sessions and matchdays. You’ll oversee day‑to‑day tasks at both Mill Farm and Kellemergh Park, working closely with the Maintenance Team, Director of Football and First Team Manager. Key Responsibilities Weekday Responsibilities Full maintenance and preparation of the first team pitch at Mill Farm Maintenance of the Women’s and first team training pitches at Kellemergh Park Ensuring all pitch‑side areas are clean, tidy and weed‑free Maintaining and reporting issues with goal posts and netting Matchday Responsibilities Attendance at all first‑team home matchdays Ensuring all equipment (goals, nets, corner flags) is fit for purpose Cutting and watering the pitch according to coaching instructions Conducting pre‑match 'walk arounds' with the Facilities Manager to check hoardings and advertising boards Pitch Maintenance Regular cylinder/rotary cutting using both pedestrian and ride‑on equipment Implementing a comprehensive nutritional programme including fertilisers, wetting agents and bio‑stimulants Managing stock of seeds, fertilisers and materials Equipment Care Operating tractor‑mounted Verti‑Drain machinery Servicing and maintaining line‑marking equipment Managing the automated irrigation control system Communication & Reporting Providing weekly pitch‑condition updates to the COO and Director of Football, offering solutions to emerging issues Supporting colleagues and ensuring all purchases follow proper PO procedures What We’re Looking For Essential Experience Minimum 5 years’ experience in the sports turf industry Skilled in pedestrian mowing and general turf machinery Knowledge of irrigation systems Understanding of fertilisers, pesticides and Health & Safety procedures Desirable Level 2 NVQ in Amenity Horticulture or Sports Turf Management Personal Attributes Honest, reliable and professional Strong attention to detail Proud of delivering high standards Values teamwork and continuous improvement
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