Grounds Person in Maidstone

The full job description covers all associated skills, previous experience, and any qualifications that applicants are expected to have.

About the role:

As a Maintenance & Grounds Operative, you will play a key role in maintaining the highest quality racing surface all year round, while ensuring the wider stadium environment is safe, functional, and presented to the highest standard. You will be responsible for both grounds maintenance and general site maintenance, supporting the upkeep of external areas, buildings, and racing equipment. You will also contribute to the smooth running of race meetings and events. This is a hands-on, outdoor role that can be physically demanding and involves working in all weather conditions.

The person we are looking for:

• Excellent time management skills
• Reliable with a strong attendance record
• Flexible approach to working hours and duties
• Able to work well under pressure
• Organised and proactive
• Good communication skills
• Enjoys working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Full clean driving licence
• Tractor driving experience (advantageous)

Responsibilities:

• Under the direction of the Grounds Manager, assist in delivering maintenance programmes for the track and surrounding grounds.
• Ensure the track surface is prepared to the required standard ahead of trials and race meetings, and maintained throughout, using tractors, attachments, and relevant machinery.
• Maintain all grass and non-running surfaces, with a strong focus on raceday and event presentation.
• Carry out general grounds maintenance, including car parks, tarmac areas, and all customer-facing external spaces.
• Ensure all external areas are kept clean and free from weeds, litter, and debris.
• Conduct routine checks, testing, and basic maintenance of racing and track equipment to ensure functionality and presentation standards are met.
• Perform basic maintenance and repair tasks across the site, including painting, minor carpentry, plumbing, and general upkeep of buildings and facilities.
• Carry out routine inspections to identify faults, hazards, or maintenance needs, reporting any major issues to management.
• Support the setup and breakdown of race meetings and events to ensure smooth delivery.
• Work closely with the kennels team, racing team, and officials to support racing operations.
• Follow all Health & Safety policies and safe working practices at all times.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant rules of racing and report any concerns to your line manager.
• Promote and uphold the highest standards of greyhound welfare at all times.
• Work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and Bank Holidays, in line with business needs.

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 Maintenance & Grounds Operative:

• 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
• Support with study through our study assistance schemes
• And so much more

We are on a thrilling journey. So, to join us at our next destination, be part of a winning team, and 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.