R220304 - Grounds Maintenance Supervisor

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Sport, Security And Nursery Services
Location:  Aston University Recreation Centre
Salary:  £27,116 to £32,344 per annum
Grade:  Grade 07
Contract Type:  Continuing
Basis:  Full Time
Closing Date:  23.59 hours BST on Wednesday 08 June 2022
Interview Date:  Monday 20 June 2022
Reference:  R220304
Release Date:  Monday 16 May 2022

We are seeking to recruit an experienced Grounds Maintenance Supervisor to lead a small team responsible for the maintenance operations at the Aston University Recreation Centre in Great Barr.

The Centre is set in 48 acres of green belt with six grass football and rugby pitches, a cricket pitch and a floodlit synthetic pitch. The Grounds Maintenance team are also responsible for maintaining, off pitch areas including car parks, pathways, hedges, trees and shrubberies.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate extensive knowledge and experience of sports pitch maintenance operations together with a flexible approach to working arrangements in order to meet the varying demands of the service.  

You must possess a valid UK driving licence, a tractor driving licence and a Pesticide Sprayer Certificate. Ideally you will also hold a Level 3 Qualification in Sports Pitch Maintenance and Turf-Care. Ability to undertake physical work and a thorough knowledge of good health and safety practice in grounds maintenance operations is essential. Previous supervisory experience would be desirable but a willingness to lead by example is essential for this position.

Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.  It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We are committed to the principles of the Athena SWAN Charter http://www.ecu.ac.uk/equality-charter-marks/athena-swan/ , recognised by a silver award, and we are a Disability Confident Employer Level 2. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, including race and sexual orientation, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit: https://www2.aston.ac.uk/about/inclusive-aston

As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.

If you require the job details document or an application form in an alternative format please contact the recruitment team at [email protected]