A bit about the role Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 per annum Contract Type: Permanent Location: Caversham Hours: 40 per week Would you be proud to support the nation’s top rowers to deliver Olympic and Paralympic success? Does the prospect of working in and around a World Class rowing environment sound like your ideal office? The GB Rowing Team is looking for a Groundskeeper and Facilities Assistant to complete the practical tasks required to maintain the National Training Centre (Sherriff’s Boathouse, Redgrave Pinsent Rowing Lake, Caversham) as a World Class training facility for its Olympic, Paralympic and Pathway rowers while also supporting the smooth running of rowing operations. This role will incorporate the upkeep of the building and grounds, most importantly the rowing course and lake itself. Although the successful applicant may not currently possess all of the required skills they will be practical and hands-on individuals with a willingness to learn and strong pride in their work. This role will suit someone who lives locally to the NTC and is willing to be flexible with their hours. Arriving early to open the site, starting later to facilitate closing the site (around 6pm), or completing lake tasks around rowing periods are examples as required. The successful candidate must be able to commit to working occasional weekends as and when required. Key Responsibilities Site Work: Maintain the Redgrave Pinsent Rowing Lake as a world class lake for rowing training through: Implementation of a weed management strategy including preventative dyeing and the cutting of any weed growths using an aquatic weed cutter. Cleaning and alignment of the buoys that make up the rowing course including any maintenance of the cables to which these are attached. Mowing, hedge cutting, weeding and tending to the site as necessary to ensure an optimal coaching environment and a shared pride in the NTC. Boathouse Duties: Complete the practical tasks required for the safe and smooth running of the NTC, including but not limited to: Security – opening and closing the site as necessary Safety – provide cover, undertaking training where necessary to fulfil the following roles: First Aider Fire Warden On water launch safety cover Read the full job description here. A bit about you You’ll be a person with a can-do attitude who takes pride in your work. You are also able to work independently to a high degree, but also do well as part of a team. It would also be great if you have a RYA Level 2, Trailer Driving License and experience of tractor driving and hedge trimming, but this is not essential. What we offer Besides the salary and 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) pro rata, you’ll also get: 7.5% employer pension contribution (when you contribute 3%) £20 per month with Betterspace (our wellbeing platform) Company Health Insurance and Health Cash Plan Life assurance (x3 your salary) Cycle to work scheme Free and secure parking Free annual ROW Membership Additional Information To apply for this role, please submit your application alongside your CV. We’re going to close applications on the 24th February but, if you like the sound of the job, please apply straight away as we reserve the right to close applications early if we find the right candidate About us British Rowing is the governing body for the sport of rowing, both indoor rowing and rowing on water. We are committed to ensuring that the sport continues to thrive from the grassroots right up to winning medals at the Olympic and Paralympic Games. We are responsible for participation and the development of rowing and indoor rowing in England and for the training and selection of individual rowers and crews representing Great Britain. British Rowing is an equal opportunities employer, committed to building a culture where everyone feels welcomed, supported and like they belong. We understand that a diverse, values-driven culture makes us stronger and we are continuously working to create an inclusive workplace environment. Therefore, we are proud to encourage applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.