Deputy Grounds Manager
Full time, Permanent
Epsom, Surrey
£28,000 - £32,000 per annum
Our client is a well-established family company who have been providing a complete grounds management service in the Surrey area for over 30 years.
Due to expansion, our client is currently looking for a Deputy Grounds Manager with solid ‘hands-on' experience.
The Deputy Grounds Manager will support the Grounds Manager to supervise and work with a dedicated and professional grounds team at a leading independent co-educational boarding and day college for boys and girls between the ages of 11 - 18 in Epsom. Set in 80 acres on the edge of the Epsom Downs, the College enjoys an enviable reputation for producing highly successful individual and team performances in a wide range of sports.
The range of work covers grounds, gardens and sports pitches.
Ideally, you will have NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience.
Essential requirements:
1. PA1, 2 & 6
2. A passion for producing top-quality sports surfaces
3. Knowledge of cricket preparation
4. Able to operate ride-on mowers and tractors
5. Some mechanical knowledge
6. Able to identify pests and diseases
7. Knowledge of sports markings
8. Able to work as part of a team
9. Reliable, enthusiastic with a positive attitude
10. Enjoy working to high standards
11. Ability to communicate...