Job Vacancy: Groundsperson, London Stadium
London Stadium are looking for a Groundsperson to assist the Head Groundsperson and the team in managing and maintaining the playing surfaces to the highest standards within a stadium environment. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in a grounds environment, with the opportunity to be involved in exciting events such as football, Major League Baseball, athletics, rugby and community events.
Events take place all year round, and at different times and days, so you will be required to work early mornings, evenings and weekends to fulfil particular business needs.
Please see specific duties and requirements in the Role Profile and Person Specification below.
HOW TO APPLY
Apply directly on London Stadium careers site: here
To find out more about this role and to apply please download a copy of our recruitment pack and hit “Apply Now” by 11.59pm on Thursday 12th October 2023.
Interviews will take place in person week commencing 16th October. We are looking for someone to start as soon as possible thereafter.
ABOUT LONDON STADIUM
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
We want our workforce to be representative of all sections of society, and encourage applications from all parts of the community. We know that it’s the difference in our people that make the difference to our performance.
As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for our vacancies.
Key Responsibilities
No two days will be same so this role will be varied and give you the opportunity to get involved in a wide range of activities. Day to day you will be involved in preparations for some of the biggest national and international events as well as having a key role in ensuring the community pitch is delivered to meet business objectives. In return we offer development opportunities and many company benefits.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
The successful candidate will have relevant experience from working within the sports turf industry, with an emphasis on helping to monitor and plan activities. A knowledge of the set up and use of modern turf management equipment is essential.
Benefits
Our people are eligible to an extensive range of health and welfare benefits. Please see a summary of details below. Further information will be provided to the successful candidate on appointment.
- 25 days annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees), plus bank holidays
- Discretionary bonuses will be considered for exceptional performance based on personal and company results over a calendar year
- Private medical insurance with Bupa (with option to add dependents through salary deductions)
- Life insurance and income protection with Canada Life
- Workplace pension with Royal London
- Paid sick leave
- Suite of loans, including season ticket, childcare deposit, tenancy deposit and cycle to work loans.
- On site fitness room
- Discounted membership at London Aquatics Centre and Copperbox Arena
- Learning and development, health and wellbeing, and social activities
- Selection of other discounts
About London Stadium
Built to host London 2012, the former Olympic Stadium at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park is home to Premier League football club West Ham United and UK Athletics. With rock concerts through the intervening months, our versatile venue has also seen us host the Rugby World Cup, international and domestic Rugby Union, The Race of Champions, the RFL Four Nations and was home for the first Major League Baseball games to be played in Europe.
