Head Grounds Person

Job Title: Head Grounds Person (Training Ground)  Location: Elite Football Performance Centre, Lancing Contract: Permanent, Full Time Close Date: 11th October 2024 About Brighton and Hove Albion FC  We compete at the highest levels of football on a global stage whilst keeping our Sussex community spirit. Our vision is to be a top ten Premier League club and a top four Women's Super League club.  A commitment to high performance, high professional standards and making a difference is at the heart of everything we do. Lead the day to day works programmes at our world-class training ground The successful candidate will lead the maintenance of 11 full-size grass pitches, 3 artificial pitches, a ¾ size indoor pitch, 5 grass training areas, and various off-pitch areas, ensuring top-quality playing conditions year-round. Many of our pitches require renewal and renovation projects over the next five years, which the Head Grounds Person will oversee while collaborating with senior staff at the Elite Performance Centre and American Express stadium. This role also involves the supporting future expansion delivery, including a potential Women’s first-team stadium and enhanced community facilities. They will be responsible for providing the highest quality pitches and training areas throughout the year for all our teams as well as ensuring all off pitch areas are also maintained and presented to the highest standards. A commitment to sustainability is essential, with the candidate expected to drive environmental efforts and enhance biodiversity at all venues. They will support the Football Club and Foundation in achieving their objectives, upholding the Team Brighton Values throughout. Your grounds background - Innovative leader with a passion for your work - Embraces and promotes Club values through actions and leadership, inspiring others to do the same - Experienced in a comparable elite environment with a desire to achieve the highest standards - Flexible and committed approach to work - Detailed and current knowledge of industry practices and innovations - Skilled communicator with the ability to motivate individuals and groups Qualifications Required: - Sports Turf Maintenance Level 2 and 3 certifications - N.P.T.C. PA1, PA6, and PA2A certificates in pesticide application Our values play a pivotal role in our success Our values are a set of filters through which we deliver to each other, our fans, our partners and our sponsors.  As a team we live and breathe these values: - Treat People Well - Exceed Expectations - Aim High. Never Give Up - Act with Integrity - Make it Special How we say thank you - Free breakfast and lunch at both sites - 23 days holiday rising with length of service (pro rata for part time staff) - Rewards platform, which includes access to 900+ retailers, a wellbeing centre and much more! - Priority access to match tickets and access to free WSL tickets for 24/25 season - In-house training programme and CPD opportunities - Discounts and benefits from partners and local businesses Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that reflects societal diversity. Our core values foster an ethical culture that meets the needs of our diverse audience on and off the pitch. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. For any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please contact our People and Culture team. Safeguarding is part of everything we do We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. Application Process: To submit your application for this Head Grounds Person opportunity, please click ‘Apply’ now. Applications close 11th October 2024. All offers of employment for this Head Grounds Person role are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and right to work, as well as a full reference history. We do not offer sponsorship for applicants who do not have the right to work in the UK