Grounds Person

We are looking for a passionate and knowledgeable Grounds Person to join our team at Lingfield Park Resort.

About us

Lingfield Park is part of Arena Racing Company, who do so much more than lead the UKs largest horse racing group. Arena Racing Company have 21 racing venues showcasing horse racing, greyhound racing, golf courses, hotels and events. In short, leisure, entertainment, media production and global distribution are at the heart of what we do, making it an exciting and diverse place to work!

Our success is a team effort which is why we offer great opportunities for growth, development and career progression. After all, its our employees that enable us to offer first class service and create an electric atmosphere, all within an industry we love.

Work Perks of being a Grounds Person…

• 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 to reward your hard work
• Support with study through our study assistance schemes

And so much more

About the role:

The Grounds Person will assist in maintaining a quality racing surface all year round.Maintenance of the outside areas to the highest possible standard of presentation. To assist in the maintenance of estates buildings and equipment as well as assisting in the operational aspects of Race days and Events.

Key responsibilities for the role will include

As a Groundsperson you are responsible and accountable for ensuring:

1. To follow instruction regarding grounds maintenance on the estate to include:
   1. The racecourse turf and all-weather tracks.
   2. The Estate to include gardens and golf course if/when required.
   3. The Jacksbridge farm/set aside area.
2. To ensure that the above areas are maintained to the highest possible standards of safety and presentation.
3. To attend briefing sessions as required, and to comply with instructions to ensure that the best methods, practices and safe systems of work are used to produce the best and safest possible racing surface.
4. To comply with and complete any training requirements/courses made available to you by the company.
5. To continually review working practices in each area, challenging historic practices and looking for improved methods of work.
6. To work to high and precise standards continually improving attention to detail and care of the Estate in general.
7. To ensure that all equipment is used in a safe and proper manner, maintained as per manufacturers instructions, is kept in a clean and tidy condition and is stored in an appropriate place, which complies with company insurance requirements.
8. To ensure that prior to using any equipment you have received appropriate instruction regarding its safe use.
9. To treat machinery and tools responsibly and with respect. Wearing appropriate PPE, ensuring guards are used where appropriate, and prolonging the life of the tools through proper care.
10. To ensure that any problems found in any of the above areas, are either dealt with immediately or reported to the Estates Manager or their deputy.
11. To ensure that all Racecourse regulations are complied with in relation to:
    1. All relevant British Horseracing Authority General Instructions (BHAGIs),
    2. The Racecourse License.
12. To comply with all Health and Safety procedures associated with the department at all times. This relates to:
    1. Standards and procedures of correct working practices.
    2. The completion of risk assessments.
    3. COSHH regulations.
    4. Use of Personal Protective Equipment.
13. To be an ambassador for Lingfield Park, taking personal responsibility for finding out about our product and services, and at all times striving to represent the Resort in the most professional, courteous and efficient manner possible.
14. To carry out any other tasks occasionally requested by the Estates Manager, Clerk Of The Course or Executive Director.

The above is not an exhaustive list of duties. The racecourse business is a dynamic and challenging environment and on occasion you will be required to assist in duties outside of those detailed in this job description and therefore a flexible approach is required.

The person we are looking for as a Grounds Person has..

• Excellent time management skills
• Excellent attendance record
• Flexible approach to working
• Works well under pressure
• Organised
• Good Communication Skills
• Enjoy outdoor working
• Full clean driving licence

We are on a thrilling journey. So, to join us at our next destination, be part of a winning team and to 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. We are committed to making a consistent, top-down effort to be role models on what diversity, inclusion and belonging means in society.

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