Job description

We are a well-established Surrey-based company that maintains the grounds and gardens at Epsom College - a leading independent co-educational boarding and day school for boys and girls between the ages of 11-18. Set in 80 acres on the edge of the Epsom Downs, the College enjoys an enviable reputation for producing highly successful individual and team performances in a wide range of sports.

Due to expansion, we are currently looking for a skilled grounds person with solid ‘hands-on’ experience to work as part of our dedicated and professional grounds team at the College. The range of work covers grounds, gardens and sports pitches.

Ideally you will have NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) or be working towards it, or possess a PA1, 2 & 6.

Essential requirements:

• Full UK driving licence
• Reliable, enthusiastic and able to work unsupervised
• Flexible and willing to work overtime when required (including on Saturdays)
• A passion for producing top-quality sports surfaces
• Knowledge of cricket preparation
• Able to operate ride-on mowers and tractors
• Able to identify pests and diseases
• Able to work individually or as part of a team
• Enjoy working to high standards
• Good communicator at all levels
• Problem-solving ability
• Ability to communicate effectively with pupils and all colleagues
• Sufficient physical fitness and dexterity to cope with often strenuous work in poor conditions
• Hands-on knowledge of the workings of a Grounds Department

If you also have knowledge of the different sport disciplines and markings, that would be advantageous.

Benefits include:

· Ongoing training and development

· 20 days holiday + Bank Holidays

· A great team to work with

Salary for an experienced applicant will be a minimum of £27,500 pa (including average OT) depending on skills.

This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and a 3-month probation period.

Please attach an up-to-date CV when applying.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £21,840.00-£25,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Epsom, Surrey: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• grounds maintenance: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: One location

Reference ID: ECGM