Job description
Matchday Grounds Support - Stamford Bridge, London
12 Roles Available
Location – Stamford Bridge
Hours – CONTRACT: Casual - 6 hours per event (starting 2 hours prior to the event).
About Us:
As a member of the Chelsea team you will become part of a long and proud history in the heart of iconic west London, which dates back to the club’s founding in 1905. Since that time the club has won every major domestic and international trophy, being crowned English, European and world champions in the process.
Chelsea are a club which proudly strives to be the best in everything we do, on and off the pitch, as shown by the further success of our Women’s and Academy sides, as well as the excellent work in the community undertaken by the Chelsea Foundation, while engaging with our many supporters from a wide range of backgrounds at home in the UK and around the world.
If you’re motivated and want to help us win more trophies, you’ve got a place here at Chelsea!
What We’re Looking For:
Chelsea FC are looking for Grounds professionals to provide support to the Grounds management team in the delivery of matchday games.
Brief description and duties:
- Assist in removing ball stopping nets.
- Pre match, halftime, and post-match divot repair
- Divoting and repairing of pitches after matches and training sessions.
- Undertaking general routine maintenance such as rotary mowing and drag brushing.
- Comply with all Health and Safety regulations and requirements within the Company and the responsibilities of your role.
- Assist with Grow light set ups.
- To work and act in a professional manner and wearing the appropriate uniform/work wear provided at all times.
Must Haves/qualified by demonstrable experience to the level required:
- Passionate and willing to work outdoors and in all weathers.
- Passionate and willing to work both in a team but also on your own initiative.
- Able to work in a professional and responsible manner.
- Good communication skills.
- Personal qualities include excellent time management, attention to detail and a friendly and outgoing personality.
- A flexible approach to working hours.
- Attention to detail.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion:
At Chelsea we recognise that the diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths and we are taking positive action to ensure our existing colleagues and job applicants can fully be themselves and bring their own unique experiences and perspectives to Chelsea FC. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.
If you need reasonable adjustments made to the recruitment process, please reach out to your recruiter, who will be able to advise and support you.
Chelsea FC and the Foundation is fully committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all children, young people and adults at risk (vulnerable groups). We therefore require all successful applicants to complete a DBS Check prior to starting employment. Depending on the role, successful applicants may also be required to undergo other child protection screening where appropriate