We are looking for a passionate and knowledgeable Grounds Person to join our Perry Barr team!
About us
Arena Racing Company does so much more than lead the UKs 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, its 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...
* Annual passes to attend any of our 21 venues
* Discounted food & ARC days out
* Cycle to work scheme
* Holiday allowance increasing with length of service up to 28 days
* Company life assurance scheme
* Discretionary group annual bonus schemes to reward your hard work
* Support with study through our study assistance schemes
And so much more
About the role of Grounds Person:
To assist in maintaining the highest quality racing surface all year round. Maintenance of the outside areas to the highest possible standard of presentation. To assist in the maintenance of all track / kennel equipment. To assist with the smooth running of race meetings.
Responsibilities of a Grounds Person:
This is a challenging yet rewarding role for a motivated individual. Although part of a team, working with ones own initiative is vital in delivering the responsibilities within this role.
1. Under the direction of the Grounds Manager, learn and carry out maintenance programmes for the track. The work entails working outside in changing and often inclement weather conditions and can be physically demanding.
2. Assure the track surface is prepared accordingly prior to every trial and race meeting and maintained throughout meeting this will include:- Use of tractors, attachments, machinery and maintenance equipment as required.
3. Maintain all grass/non running surfaces with particular attention to raceday and event presentation.
4. General maintenance of external areas, to include car parks, tarmac areas and customer facing areas.
5. Ensure all external areas are free from weeds, rubbish and leaves.
6. You will be required to carry out checking and testing of racing equipment to ensure all equipment is functional and a professional appearance is maintained at all times.
7. Abide by all regulations and safe working practices in accordance as detailed in the Companys Health and Safety Policy and Procedure.
8. Ensure compliance with all aspects of the GBGB rules of racing and report any and all issues to your line manager.
9. Ensure greyhound welfare is at the heart of everything you do and highlight any instances to your line manager where these standards are not met.
10. Due to the nature of this role, working unsocial hours will be a frequent occurrence, and may include late evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays.
11. Work Well in a team and have initiative to work by yourself.
12. Working closely with the kennels team, racing team and officials such as GBGB.
The above is not an exhaustive list of duties. The racecourse business is a dynamic and challenging environment and on occasion you will be required to assist in duties outside of those detailed in this job description and therefore a flexible approach is required.
The person we are looking for as a Grounds Person has..
* Excellent time management skills
* Excellent attendance record
* Flexible approach to working
* Works well under pressure
* Organised
* Good Communication Skills
* Enjoy outdoor working
* Full clean driving licence
* Tractor driving experience an advantage
This role is part of the grounds team at the Stadium 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.
If you have a disability that requires reasonable adjustments, please let us know; we will ensure that individuals with additional needs are provided reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions.
We understand the value that diversity brings to our business and we are striving to create a working environment that is inclusive, psychologically and physically safe and ensures everyone can be heard and valued for their contributions. We are committed to making a consistent, top-down effort to be role models on what diversity, inclusion and belonging means in society.
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