Colchester United FC
Colchester, Essex
Job Description
Colchester United Football Club is seeking an experienced, proactive Deputy Head Grounds Person to support the Head Grounds Person in maintaining pitches and grounds across the Club’s sites. The role combines hands-on sports turf maintenance with daily planning and supervision of the grounds team.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare, inspect and maintain pitches for First Team and Academy training and matches, including mowing, marking out, goal setup and pitch repairs.
Support the planning and delivery of routine maintenance, seasonal renovations and improvements to playing surfaces.
Maintain surrounding grounds, irrigation and drainage systems, and ensure sites are safe, tidy and ready for use.
Assist the Head Grounds Person in organising daily workloads, supervising staff and maintaining standards in their absence.
Liaise with football and operational staff to coordinate pitch availability and respond to changing training and fixture...