My client is looking for a Groundsperson to join their dedicated team, where you will undertake essential grounds maintenance and landscaping duties to ensure that playing surfaces, open spaces and amenities are safe, secure, and well-maintained. This role is crucial in maintaining the aesthetic and functional aspects of local facilities, contributing to the community's enjoyment and safety. Day-to-Day Responsibilities: Perform routine grounds maintenance tasks on playing surfaces and open spaces as directed, ensuring safe and clean environments. Engage in the creation, marking out, and setting up of playing surfaces and surrounding areas, along with general maintenance duties. Maintain and improve facilities through various horticultural and sports turf practices, including planting and machinery operation. Collaborate with the Estates department team and potentially assist in other departments to maintain efficient service delivery. Adhere to health and safety legislation, using correct procedures for the operation and maintenance of equipment such as hedge cutters, strimmers and ride-on mowers. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proven experience in a similar grounds maintenance role. Proficiency in operating turf machinery, including ride-on mowers. Strong understanding of Health and Safety legislation, standards and procedures. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of maintaining effective relationships with staff, customers, and the public. Team-oriented with a positive, professional attitude and physical fitness. Full driving licence or in the process of obtaining one within a set timeframe. Desirable Skills & Qualifications: Relevant qualifications, e.g., NVQ or Diploma in Sports Turf Management or similar General DIY skills and experience in setting out and marking lines. Modern approach to sports turf preparation and maintenance. Benefits: Flexible working hours with a standard schedule of Monday to Thursday 08:00-16:00, Friday 08:00-15:30. 24 days annual leave plus statutory holidays, with additional leave entitlement after 5 years. Corporate workwear and PPE provided. Training opportunities and Grounds Management Association membership. DBS certification required for this role.