An exciting opportunity has become available within the Grounds Maintenance department at Watford Football Club.

We are looking to recruit a groundsperson to be a part of a forward-thinking team responsible for providing a pitch maintenance Programme and to ensure delivery of an excellent playing surface at the Clubs Training Ground based in London Colney. 

Employer: Watford Football Club 

Job Title: Groundsperson 

Salary/ Hourly rate of pay: Dependent on qualifications and experience 

Location: Watford Football Club – Training Ground 

Type: Permanent Full Time 

Passport/Visa: Must be eligible to work in the UK 

Closing Date: 12.00 noon 17th March 2022 

Interview date: Week commencing 28th March 2022  

The role will be based on a 40-hour week which will include evening, weekend and Matchday hours and will be based at our Training Ground facilities based in London Colney, however there may be a requirement at times to work at our Vicarage Road Stadium. 

The successful candidate will work as an integral part of the Training Grounds Maintenance Team to be primarily responsible for carrying out the following duties: 

• Pitch Maintenance – Procedures including but not limiting, mowing, marking, aeration, fertilising, scarifying, frost cover application, top dressing, seeding and pitch light maneuvering/maintenance. 
• Equipment Maintenance – Goals, ball stopping nets, advertising boards etc 
• Machinery – Greasing, cleaning, setting up, oil checks and visual checks before use 
• Liaising with first team/academy coaches and managers 
• Ensuring the safety of all playing surfaces 
• Adhere to club’s health and safety procedures 

The successful candidate will enjoy working as part of a team, be enthusiastic, hardworking, and be flexible to the requirements of the position and the business. 

Applicants should ideally live local to Watford or the surrounding areas and be a UK resident or non- UK resident with a valid UK work permit and ideally have experience working within a similar role. 

You must have: 

• The desire to forge a successful career in the Sportsturf industry 
• Excellent time keeping and organisational skills 
• Ability to work in a team and using own initiative 
• Willing to work unsociable hours which will include evenings and weekends and have a flexible approach to tasks and the ability to work to tight deadlines. 
• Understanding of the Clubs commitment to EDI & Safeguarding 
• Full UK driving licence or ability to travel various locations due to the demands of the role 

You would ideally have, but not vital: 

• Spraying certificates (or working towards) 
• NVQ level 2 sports turf or equivalent or working towards/willing to work towards 
• Minimum 2 years’ experience working in winter sports surfaces 
• Experience working within a Multi sports environment 
• Experience using SGL pitch lights

For the full job profile, please contact HR Admin at hradmin@watfordfc.com 

Application process:

1. Please download and complete an application form located on the Club website under the career section (Club/ Careers) www.watfordfc.com/club/careers
2. Please send completed application form, cover letter detailing why you would be suitable for the role, a copy of all relevant qualifications, right to work in the UK documents and your CV via email to hradmin@watfordfc.com or by post to HR Admin, Watford Football Club, Vicarage Road Stadium, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD18 0ER.
3. If you require information in regards how to complete the application form please refer to ‘Application Form guidance notes’ which can be found on the Club website under the career section (Club/ Careers) www.watfordfc.com/club/careers
4. Please note depending on the role and if shortlisted reference request may be taken up prior to interview.