We are looking for a passionate and knowledgeable Grounds Person to join our Uttoxeter Racecourse team!
About us…
Arena Racing Company does so much more than lead the UK’s largest horse racing group. We 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, it’s our employees that enable us to offer first class service and create an electric atmosphere, all within an industry we love.
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 Grounds Person...
1. Annual passes to attend any of our 21 venues
2. Discounted food & ARC days out
3. Cycle to work scheme
4. Holiday allowance increasing with length of service up to 28 days
5. Company life assurance scheme
6. Discretionary group annual bonus schemes to reward your hard work
7. Support with study through our study assistance schemes
Responsibilities of a Grounds Person
8. Under the direction of the Clerk of the Course, carry out a maintenance programme for the course. The work entails working outside in changing and often inclement weather conditions and can be physically demanding.
9. To assist in preparing the course for racing – to include preparation and reinstatement of the course before, after and during racing, this to include:- Use of tractors, machinery and all weather maintenance equipment as required.
10. Maintain all lawn and garden areas and parade rings with particular attention to race day and event presentation.
11. You will be required to use various gardening, agricultural equipment, machinery, vehicles and chemicals in the process of carrying out your duties.
12. Abide by all regulations and safe working practices in accordance with current legislation and as detailed in the Company’s Health and Safety Policy and Procedures
The person we are looking for as a Grounds Person has…..
13. Excellent time management skills
14. Excellent attendance record
15. Flexible approach to working
16. Works well under pressure
17. Organised
18. Good Communication Skills
19. Enjoy outdoor working
20. Full clean driving licence
This role is part of the grounds team at the Racecourse and you will be expected to participate in any grounds team meetings relating to all elements of the operational delivery of the racecourse and associated events.
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.