Groundsperson in London

London Stadium are looking for a Groundsperson to join the team. The successful candidate will be supporting the Head Groundsperson and the wider grounds team in providing and maintaining high standards of Groundsman-ship within London Stadium and the adjoining community pitch.

The successful candidate will have relevant experience working within the sports turf industry, with an emphasis on supporting the monitoring and planning of maintenance activities. Knowledge of the set up and use of modern turf management equipment is essential. They will also hold, or be working towards, a Level 2 Sports Turf Operative qualification.

You will be a valued member of the team who will contribute to the operational success of the stadium, through day-to-day operations for a variety of exciting events such as football, concerts, Major League Baseball, athletics, rugby, filming and community events. No two days will be the same so this role will be varied and give you the opportunity to get involved in a wide range of activities and projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and prepare the playing surface to a consistently high standard, ensuring games, events and community use can take place safely and on schedule.
• Carry out routine maintenance of the playing surface and surrounding areas, including turf care, equipment upkeep and minor repairs.
• Maintain the community pitch to a professional standard, ensuring all surfaces are safe, well-presented, playable and ready for events and public use.
• Carry out regular inspections and report any maintenance issues, damage or health and safety concerns as required.
• Support the wider maintenance and upkeep of the site, helping to ensure facilities remain clean, safe and fit for purpose.

For further information about the role, responsibilities and application process, please download the full job pack.

Research shows that some people are less likely to apply for a role unless they are 100% qualified. We are a supportive and inclusive organisation, and we want to break down barriers to people joining us. If you don’t feel confident applying because you don’t meet every single requirement in the role profile – please don’t let that stop you. We encourage you to use the application to highlight what you can bring to the role – your passion, achievements, and experience as well as your values. So, if this role excites you, don't let our role description hold you back, get applying!

Benefits

• 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, including access to our Employee Assistance Programme and discounts platform
• Workplace pension with Royal London: our current pension match is 5% employer contribution and 5% employer contribution
• Paid sick leave
• Enhanced family leave: maternity/shared parental/adoption offer is 26 weeks full pay, 10 weeks half pay and three weeks at the statutory rate
• Additional paid leave for fertility treatment
• Suite of loans, including season ticket, childcare deposit, tenancy deposit and cycle to work loans
• On site fitness room
• Discounted membership of just £15 per month at Copperbox Arena
• Learning and development, health and wellbeing, and social activities
• Selection of other local discounts

About London Stadium: Built to host London 2012, the former Olympic Stadium at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park is home to West Ham United Football Club 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.