Pitch Manager Belvoir Drive
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Contract Type: Permanent
We’re on the lookout for a passionate and skilled Pitch Manager to join our team at LCFCW. As a Pitch Manager, you’ll play a key role in being responsible for managing and maintaining all football pitches to the highest standard, ensuring they are in optimal condition for training and matches.
Overseeing the maintenance of all natural and synthetic football pitches at the Women's Training Facility, ensuring they are prepared to the highest standards
* Monitor pitch conditions regularly, identifying any issues such as wear and tear, drainage problems, or disease, and take corrective action as necessary.
* Leading and managing a team of grounds staff, providing direction, training, and support to ensure high-quality pitch maintenance.
* Fostering a positive team environment, encouraging collaboration and professional development among staff.
* Coordinating with the Head of Grounds and Facilities to procure necessary materials and manage the maintenance and servicing of equipment.
* Overseeing the use of irrigation systems and manage water resources responsibly, in line with sustainability practices.
* Ensuring that all pitch maintenance activities comply with health and safety regulations, conducting regular risk assessments and implementing necessary safety measures.
* Developing long-term maintenance and renovation plans for pitches, ensuring they are sustainable and meet the club's future needs.
* Preparing reports on pitch conditions, maintenance activities, and team performance for review by the Head of Grounds and Facilities.
* Liaising with coaching staff and other club personnel to ensure that pitch availability aligns with the training and match schedules of the women's teams.
* Communicating effectively with all stakeholders, ensuring they are informed about pitch conditions and any ongoing maintenance work.
* Staying updated on the latest techniques, technologies, and best practices in pitch management and groundskeeping.
The ideal candidate will have significant experience working as a Pitch Manager and specifically bring:
* A degree or diploma in Sports Turf Management, Horticulture, Agronomy, or a related field is preferred.
* Relevant certifications in groundskeeping, turf management, or pitch maintenance are advantageous.
* A minimum of 5 years experience in pitch management or groundskeeping, ideally within a professional sports environment.
* In-depth knowledge of sports turf management practices, including the maintenance of both natural and synthetic pitches.
* Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop staff.
* Proficiency in using groundskeeping equipment and familiarity with pitch maintenance software.
* A passionate attitude towards sports turf management and be dedicated to providing the best possible playing surfaces.
* A strong work ethic and reliability, with the ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings as required.
This role is primarily outdoors, requiring work in various weather conditions.
* Physical fitness is necessary, as the role involves manual labour and the operation of groundskeeping equipment.
* Ideal candidate will have a flexible approach to working pattern as the role will include evening and weekend work.
If you think your experience and skills match, and you’ve got the drive, energy, and skills to work in a fast-paced, high-performance environment, we want you on our team!
Knowing some of the history of LCFCW helps you appreciate the sense of community, spirit and family for which the Club are renowned for.
In May 2021, LCFC Women were promoted to the FA Women’s Super League. From its formation in 2004, the Club was run on an amateur and semi-professional basis with support from Leicester City Football Club. Benefits Package
Our people are the lifeblood of the Club, and we feel should be rewarded as such – we offer a competitive salary, pension scheme and life assurance for all permanent employees. You’ll enjoy free onsite parking, access to our subsidised staff restaurants and up to 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) amongst a host of other great employee benefits!
Leicester City Football Club believes that football is for all, and we are committed to Diversity and Inclusion, where valuing the individual is our highest priority. We are working to see equality across all areas of the Club and welcome applications from all areas of the community.
we are happy to support your needs. We’re excited to hear from you and can’t wait to see how you’ll help us reach new heights