Job Description
As we continue to invest in our grounds team, we are delighted to invite applications for a member of staff to join Dundee Football Club as Deputy Head Grounds person.
This role represents an exciting opportunity to become part of a forward-thinking environment where high standards, teamwork, and continual improvement are central to everything we do. The successful candidate will play an important part in supporting the ongoing development and maintenance of our facilities. This role comes at an exciting time for the club as we continue to move forward with plans for both a new training facility and stadium. The successful candidate will contribute directly to the professional environment we are building for players, staff, and supporters alike.
The club are looking for a dedicated, motivated and strategical-thinking Deputy Head Grounds person to join the stadium operations at Dens Park Stadium.
The successful candidate will report to the Grounds Manager and play a key role in maintaining and developing the playing surface at Dens Park Stadium to the highest professional standard.
Job title: DEPUTY HEAD GROUNDS PERSON (Dens Park Stadium)
Contractual status: Full Time
Hours of work: 37.5 hrs.
Salary range: Competitive Salary Based on Experience
Location: Dens Park Stadium
Job Summary
- Dundee Football Club have an exciting opportunity within the Grounds Team Department and the window for applications is now open.
- The club are looking for a dedicated, motivated and strategical thinking Deputy Head Grounds person to join the stadium operations at Dens Park Stadium.
- The successful candidate will report to the Grounds Manager and play a key role in maintaining and developing the playing surface at Dens Park Stadium to the highest professional standard. Working closely with the Grounds Manager the successful candidate will help ensure the pitch is presented to an elite level for all first-team fixtures and stadium events.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Assist in the preparation and maintenance of the stadium pitch and surrounding landscaped areas.
- Support all aspects of pitch care including mowing, marking, aeration, fertilising, overseeding, irrigation, and pest management.
- Operate and maintain specialist grounds machinery and equipment safely.
- Assist with matchday preparations and post-match recovery work.
- Help implement seasonal pitch renovation programmes.
- Ensure compliance with all health & safety procedures.
- Support the management and supervision of casual staff where required.
- Maintain high presentation standards across all stadium grounds and external areas.
PERSON SPECIFICATION – DEPUTY HEAD GROUNDS PERSON
Experience
Essential:
- Previous experience working within professional football, sports turf, or fine turf environments
- Strong knowledge of natural grass pitch maintenance
- PA1, PA2 and PA6 spraying certificates
- SVQ Level 3 in Sports Turf (or equivalent)
Skills
Essential:
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
- Basic IT skills and understanding of working in a professional environment.
- Strong attention to detail, reliability and professionalism.
Desirable:
- Rapport building with football staff, players and other members of the operational team.
- Manage workload efficiently within demanding timeframes.
Personal Qualities
Essential:
- Effective communicator.
- Resilient and dedicated.
- Analytical and resourceful.
- Self-motivated.
- Adhere to strict confidentiality on all club matters.
Desirable:
- The ability to work in a dynamic working environment and be prepared to adjust to the requirements of the department.
- Full UK Driving License.
- Up to date passport.
Apply
Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter via email outlining their suitability for the role to:
recruitment@dundeefc.co.uk
Applications for this position must be submitted by Friday 19h June 2026.
Note:
This job description is issued as a guideline to assist you in your duties and is not exhaustive. You may, on occasions, be required to undertake additional or other duties within the context of this job description.
