Bath Racecourse
Grounds Person
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Bath Racecourse
Part of Arena Racing Company, Bath Racecourse received a multi-million pound redevelopment in 2016 that transformed the venue. The racecourse now has modern facilities that still give recognition to the history and heritage of the venue, purpose built to accommodate guests on race days as well as a multitude of events from weddings to conferences.
About The Role
To assist in maintaining a quality racing surface all year round. Maintenance of the outside areas to the highest possible standard of presentation. To assist in the maintenance of estates buildings and equipment as well as assisting in the operational aspects of Racedays and Events.
Key Responsibilities For The Role Will Include
This is a challenging yet rewarding role for a motivated individual. Although part of a team, working with one’s own initiative is vital in delivering the responsibilities within this role.
- 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.
- Maintain all lawn and garden areas and parade rings with particular attention to raceday and event presentation.
- General maintenance of external areas, to include car parks, tracks, tarmac areas and horsebox park.
- Ensure all external areas are free from weeds, rubbish and leaves.
- 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 Company’s Health and Safety Policy and Procedures
- Due to the nature of this role, working unsocial hours will be a frequent occurrence, including late evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays.
- Work well in a team and have initiative to work by yourself.
- Working closely with Clerk of Course and other officials such as BHA.
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About Us
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.
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