Sports Turf Apprenticeship
Apply From: 23/12/2024
Learning Provider
Delivered by EAST DURHAM COLLEGE
Employer
SPENNYMOOR TOWN COUNCIL
Vacancy Description
As an apprentice, you’ll work for the Town Council and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work:
* Work as a member of the Grounds team to ensure playing surfaces are consistently well maintained and fit for purpose.
* Identify and ensure the correct application of materials, tools, equipment and machinery used in maintenance and renovation activities, under the supervision of the Apprentice mentor.
* Identify and understand different grasses, soil types, weeds, pests, diseases, turf disorders, artificial surfacing material, underlays, infill material, turf and soil reinforcement material, and line marking materials.
* Understand the principles of photosynthesis, respiration and transpiration in the growth and development of plants, and apply this knowledge accordingly.
* Contribute to monitoring the impact of weather, ground conditions and usage on pitch quality and playing quality, and work with the Grounds team to take appropriate action as necessary.
* Contribute to minimising waste and reducing environmental impacts.
* Monitor, record and report basic grounds maintenance findings.
* Apply knowledge and skills with a logical and systematic approach, also demonstrating a positive work ethic in achieving the desired outcomes from the playing surfaces being maintained.
* Contribute to maintaining and renovating turf surfaces in a safe and appropriate manner.
* Use a range of equipment and machinery as required, including but not limited to, mowers, scarifiers, aerators and other specialist turf equipment, covering hand tools, as well as pedestrian operated, ride-on and tractor mounted implements.
* Correctly calibrate equipment for material requirements and apply at the correct rates a range of materials, including grass seed, fertiliser and bulky top-dressing.
* Use integrated prevention and control methods to reduce the incidence of diseases, disorders, pests and weeds on turf.
* Set and mark out playing areas in accordance with the rules of the sport governing bodies.
* Maintain tools, equipment and machinery used for maintenance and renovation activities, to ensure their safe and effective use.
* Maintain and conduct basic routine servicing and repairs to drainage and irrigation systems.
* Effectively communicate with others and provide an excellent level of customer service.
* Work safely, efficiently and effectively at all times, whether under supervision, as an individual, or in a team.
* The post holder will also be required to undertake any other duties as required by the Team Leader and/or Managers.
Key Details
Vacancy Title: Sports Turf Apprenticeship
Employer Description
Spennymoor Town Council delivers and funds many services, facilities and events for residents of Spennymoor.
Vacancy Location
TOWN HALL SPENNYMOOR DL16 6DG
Wage Frequency
Custom
Number of Vacancies
1
Vacancy Reference Number
1000293220
Key Dates
Apply From: 23/12/2024
Closing Date For Applications: 2025-01-06 23:59:59
Interview Begin From:
Possible Start Date: 2025-02-06 00:00:00
Training
Training to be Provided:
Sports Turf Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard:
* Training will be delivered both in the workplace and with fortnightly attendance to East Durham College's Houghall campus on a fortnightly basis.
Learning Provider
EAST DURHAM COLLEGE
Skills Required
Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Number skills, Team working, Initiative, Non-judgmental, Patience, Physical fitness.
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