Grounds Person

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About this Role

Grounds Person

Grounds Person

The role of the Grounds Person is a full-time permanent position where you will support the maintenance and development of amenities and playing surfaces, ensuring safe consistent playing surfaces are available for use as necessary.

The Grounds Person will work under the general direction of the Grounds Manager and will assist in maintaining the day to day running and use of the school sports grounds.

Why work at Forest?

There are many benefits of working at Forest school as staff are our single most important asset. Key benefits include:

  • Generous CPD budget
  • Comprehensive Professional Development Review system
  • Opportunities to contribute to the wider community via our extensive Outreach Programme
  • Free hot lunch (takeaway sandwich lunch also available) and refreshments throughout the day
  • 20% fee remission (pro-rata for part time staff) for children attending Forest which is applicable Y3-Y13
  • Subsidised membership to the Sylvestrian Leisure Centre
  • Membership of the School’s Group Life Assurance scheme and Personal Accident Scheme
  • Contribution towards private medical insurance fees
  • Membership of a pension scheme

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so early applications are encouraged. Forest School reserves the right to make appointments at any stage.

Please note that if you have previously applied for this position and were not successful, your application will only be reconsidered if there have been significant changes to your qualifications, or skills that align more closely with the person specification.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. We are an equal opportunities employer.

Safeguarding checks will be undertaken on all successful candidates in accordance with School policy. The safeguarding responsibilities of the post can be found in this job description and person specification.

NB The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

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Machine Operator

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Location: United Kingdom with international travel.

Machine Operator

Machine Operator

Are you an enthusiastic individual with experience of working on sports surfaces and looking to take the next step in your career? Join SIS Grass, a global leader in sports surfaces construction and installation.

At SIS Pitches, we’re on a mission to power more play! With offices in the UK, Ireland, Turkey, the Netherlands, and Dubai, we support grassroots sports, education, commercial venues, and professional sports clubs. We pride ourselves on our innovative approach, exceptional customer service, and dedication to excellence.

The Role

As a Machine Operator, you will be primarily responsible for the operation of our SISGrass hybrid installation machinery, ensuring they run efficiently to provide a high-quality finish. Health and safety must be at the forefront of all that you do, whilst keeping track of the work you have performed on the machine.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operate SISGrass hybrid turf installation machinery with precision and efficiency to ensure the highest standards of installation quality (full training will be provided).
  • Deliver installations professionally, in full compliance with client specifications and company standards.
  • Diagnose and resolve mechanical issues promptly and effectively to minimise downtime and maintain productivity.

What We’re Looking For

✔ Strong attention to detail.

✔ A proactive approach and willingness to learn.

✔ Experience working in an international or project-based environment is beneficial.

✔ A key focus on health and safety.

✔ Communication skills.

Why Join Us?

🌍 Be part of a global company that transforms sports venues.
⚽ Work on exciting projects that impact professional and grassroots sports.
📈 Opportunities for career growth and development.
💼 A supportive and dynamic work environment.

Benefits

✨ Company sick pay
✨ Compassionate leave & dependency leave
✨ Healthcare cash plan – Includes discounts from stores and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
✨ Death in service cover

If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and contribute to world-class sports infrastructure, apply today!

Apply here

Project Coordinator

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Location: United Kingdom with international travel.

Project Coordinator

Project Coordinator

Are you looking for a new challenge in your sports surfaces career? Or do you have experience of managing sites and are looking for a new environment? Join SIS Grass, a global leader in sports surfaces construction and installation.

At SIS Pitches, we’re on a mission to power more play! With offices in the UK, Ireland, Turkey, the Netherlands, and Dubai, we support grassroots sports, education, commercial venues, and professional sports clubs. We pride ourselves on our innovative approach, exceptional customer service, and dedication to excellence.

The Role

This role will encompass planning, co-ordinating and administrating a high number projects a year being completed all around the globe. Administration / co-ordination will also be required for approximately thirty installation crew members. The work will be on sites within the UK as well as globally, where your skills, administration and planning will lead to hybrid sports pitch installations at high prestige sports venues across the world.

Key Responsibilities

  • To support the Head of Operations and Operations Manager in the effective and best value planning, construction, and delivery of the highest quality sports surfaces across the globe.
  • To provide good leadership and supervision of the installations site operatives and third-party sub-contractors to ensure that construction and installations work is undertaken professionally and in full compliance with the client brief.

What We’re Looking For

✔ Experience in sports grass maintenance and project coordination.

✔ Highly organised with sound experience in resource planning.

✔ Experience working in an international or project-based environment is beneficial.

✔ A key focus on health and safety.

✔ Strong communication skills.

Why Join Us?

🌍 Be part of a global company that transforms sports venues.
⚽ Work on exciting projects that impact professional and grassroots sports.
📈 Opportunities for career growth and development.
💼 A supportive and dynamic work environment.

Benefits

✨ Company sick pay
✨ Compassionate leave & dependency leave
✨ Healthcare cash plan – Includes discounts from stores and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
✨ Death in service cover

If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and contribute to world-class sports infrastructure, apply today!

Apply here

Assistant Greenkeeper

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Edgbaston Golf Club would like to invite applications for the position of Assistant Greenkeeper starting on 1st April 2026 or before depending on availability. 

Assistant Greenkeeper

Assistant Greenkeeper

Set in magnificent surroundings, and voted in the top 150 courses in the country, Edgbaston Golf Club is a beautiful parkland golf course. It was designed by renowned architect Harry S. Colt and sits beside Edgbaston Pool, a glorious ornamental 11-acre lake with abundant birdlife. Wide, sweeping, tree-lined fairways, newly renovated bunkers, and tight, pristine greens make the course a joy to play as it winds through the magnificent grounds of Edgbaston Hall.

The role has opened due to one of the team moving to the United States to work at one of the renowned courses.

The successful candidate will possess the following attributes:
  • Self-motivated and passionate for golf course presentation and detail
  • The ability to work efficiently and effectively as part of a team
  • Shows a passion for learning and development
  • Knowledge of the game of golf
Desirable qualification are as follows but not essential:
  • NVQ Level 2 or 3
  • PA1, 2 or 6
  • CS30, 31
  • CPD Active
  • First Aid
Staff Benefits:
  • Uniform
  • Competitive Salary
  • Golf privileges
  • Continuous Professional Development paid opportunities
  • Staff Appreciation Days

Edgbaston Golf Club prides itself on been a forward thinking club with the ability to improve the course every year. The club finished its state of the art bunker restoration programme to H. Colt’s original design, working with world renowned architects and construction firms. Further projects included drainage installation, irrigation upgrades and other course improvements. With this vision the club believe they will soon achieve Top 100 status. If this is something that appeals to you, we would love to hear from you!

The role starts on 1st April 2026
Competitive Salary depending on experience and qualifications.
Please Send Cover letter and CV to: Matthew Palmer
Deputy Course Manager: assistantcm@edgbastongc.co.uk

Assistant Greenkeeper

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West Kent Golf Club – Kent

Assistant Greenkeeper

Assistant Greenkeeper

Job Title: Assistant Greenkeeper

Reports to: Course Manager

Location: West Kent Golf Club, Downe, Orpington

Qualification: NVQ Level 2 in Sports Turf (or equivalent) preferred

Salary: Attractive salary dependant on skill set and experience

Role Purpose:

To assist in the preparation, maintenance, and improvement of the golf course and practice areas to a consistently high standard, ensuring excellent playing conditions for members and guests.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Carry out all routine course maintenance including mowing, bunker raking, divoting, and general turf care
  • Operate and maintain a variety of turf machinery safely and effectively
  • Assist with course renovation work, including aeration, overseeding, and turf repairs
  • Apply fertilisers, topdressings, and wetting agents under supervision, following safe working practices
  • Set up the course for daily play, including hole changing, tee and bunker presentation
  • Help maintain practice areas, pathways, and woodland as required
  • Follow all club health and safety procedures and maintain a clean, organised work environment
Skills & Attributes:
  • Strong work ethic with attention to detail and pride in presentation standards.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Flexible and reliable, with a willingness to work early mornings, weekends, and in varying weather conditions.
  • Positive attitude with a passion for golf course maintenance and improvement
To Apply: Send an email with CV and cover letter to course.manager@wkgc.co.uk