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Head Groundsperson
Full Time Head Groundsperson – Mill Farm Stadium & Kellemergh Park | Up to £35k
Are you passionate about maintaining elite-level football pitches and delivering exceptional playing surfaces? AFC Fylde are looking for an experienced and dedicated Head Groundsperson to take the lead on all grounds maintenance across our state-of-the-art facilities.
About AFC Fylde
AFC Fylde operates in a competitive sporting landscape on the Fylde Coast. With outstanding facilities at Mill Farm Stadium and Kellemergh Park, we continue to grow across all areas of the club and remain committed to delivering first-class operational standards.
As Head Groundsperson, you will play a crucial role in ensuring our pitches meet the demands of elite football.
The Role
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, you will:
- Develop and implement a season-long maintenance plan to ensure our pitches and surrounding areas are consistently maintained to the highest standard for training sessions and matchdays.
- Oversee day-to-day tasks at both Mill Farm and Kellemergh Park, working closely with the Maintenance Team, Director of Football, and First Team Manager.
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Key Responsibilities
Weekday Responsibilities
- Full maintenance and preparation of the first team pitch at Mill Farm
- Maintenance of the Women’s and first team training pitches at Kellemergh Park
- Ensuring all pitch-side areas are clean, tidy, and weed-free
- Maintaining and reporting issues with goal posts and netting
Matchday Responsibilities
- Attendance at all first-team home matchdays
- Ensuring all equipment (goals, nets, corner flags) is fit for purpose
- Cutting and watering the pitch according to coaching instructions
- Conducting pre-match walkarounds with the Facilities Manager to check hoardings and advertising boards
Pitch Maintenance
- Regular cylinder/rotary cutting using both pedestrian and ride-on equipment
- Implementing a comprehensive nutritional programme including fertilizers, wetting agents, and bio-stimulants
- Managing stock of seeds, fertilizers, and materials
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Equipment Care
- Operating tractor-mounted Verti-Drain machinery
- Servicing and maintaining line-marking equipment
- Managing the automated irrigation control system
Communication & Reporting
- Providing weekly pitch-condition updates to the COO and Director of Football, offering solutions to emerging issues
- Supporting colleagues and ensuring all purchases follow proper PO procedures
What We’re Looking For
Essential Experience
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in the sports turf industry
- Skilled in pedestrian mowing and general turf machinery
- Knowledge of irrigation systems
- Understanding of fertilizers, pesticides, and Health & Safety procedures
Desirable
- Level 2 NVQ in Amenity Horticulture or Sports Turf Management
Personal Attributes
- Honest, reliable, and professional
- Strong attention to detail
- Proud of delivering high standards
- Values teamwork and continuous improvement
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