Grounds Person

We are looking for a passionate and knowledgeable Groundsperson!

At ARC we embrace diversity, we develop our people, we care for our visitors, we think about our impact and we are proud of our sport.

Who is Southwell Racecourse?

Set the in the town of Southwell near Newark and one of only six all-weather racecourse tracks in the UK, Southwell has its own unique charm and character, making it one of the premier sporting venues in the East Midlands. After previously owning the UKs only fibresand surface All-Weather track, Southwell switched over to a Tapeta surface as of 2021. With racing on both All-Weather and Turf tracks taking place throughout the year, we are one of the country's busiest racecourses.

Not only are we Horseracing at Southwell we are also home to Southwell Golf Club. The course has two contrasting nine holes. The Front 9 sits within Southwell Racecourse and is characterised by a large number of water hazards. The 7th hole, a 138 yards par 3 with an island green is Southwells signature hole.

About the role

The successful Grounds Person would assist in maintaining a quality racing surface all year round. Look after the maintenance of the outside areas keeping to the highest possible standard of presentation. Assist in the maintenance of estates buildings and equipment as well as assisting in the operational aspects of Racedays and Events.

Some of the key responsibilities of the Grounds Person would also include-

• Under the direction of the Clerk of the Course, carry out a maintenance programme for the course. The work entails working outside in changing and often inclement weather conditions and can be physically demanding.
• To assist in preparing the course for racing to include preparation and reinstatement of the course before, after and during racing, this to include:- Use of tractors, machinery and all weather maintenance equipment as required.
• You will be required to use various gardening, agricultural equipment, machinery, vehicles and chemicals in the process of carrying out your duties.
• Abide by all regulations and safe working practices in accordance with current legislation and as detailed in the Companys Health and Safety Policy and Procedures

Interviews for this role will be held on Tuesday 15th October 2024.

The person we are looking for as a Groundsperson has.

• The successful Grounds Person would assist in maintaining a quality racing surface all year round. Look after the maintenance of the outside areas keeping to the highest possible standard of presentation. Assist in the maintenance of estates buildings and equipment as well as assisting in the operational aspects of Racedays and Events.
• Some of the key responsibilities of the Grounds Person would also include-
• Under the direction of the Clerk of the Course, carry out a maintenance programme for the course. The work entails working outside in changing and often inclement weather conditions and can be physically demanding.
• To assist in preparing the course for racing to include preparation and reinstatement of the course before, after and during racing, this to include:- Use of tractors, machinery and all weather maintenance equipment as required.
• You will be required to use various gardening, agricultural equipment, machinery, vehicles and chemicals in the process of carrying out your duties.
• Abide by all regulations and safe working practices in accordance with current legislation and as detailed in the Companys Health and Safety Policy and Procedures

Please Note- Due to the nature of this role, working unsocial hours will be a frequent occurrence, including late evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays.

Work Perks of being a Groundsperson with us at ARC

• 2 Annual Members passes, giving access to over 1500 racedays
• Hotel Discounts and Complimentary Golf
• Annual leave starting at 22 days increasing up to 28 inline with length of service
• Pension & Group life assurance schemes
• Healthshield including 24hr GP & EAP

and so much more!

We are in a thrilling journey. So, to join us at our next destination, be part of a winning team and to learn more about our company and this exciting opportunity apply today!

At ARC, we believe that a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace makes us a more relevant, more competitive, and more resilient company. We welcome people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable adjustments, please let us know; we will ensure that individuals with additional needs are provided reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions.

We understand the value that diversity brings to our business and we are striving to create a working environment that is inclusive, psychologically and physically safe and ensures everyone can be heard and valued for their contributions. We are committed to making a consistent, top-down effort to be role models on what diversity, inclusion and belonging means in society.

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