Grounds Maintenance Operative

Grounds Maintenance Operative Location: Southampton, across different sites Hours: Monday- Friday with 1 in 4 weekend rota Salary: Up to £30,000 with performance bonus available  Your New Client O ur client is a successful sports business, looking for a skilled and motivated Grounds Maintenance Operative to support the preparation and upkeep of elite-level playing surfaces. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a dynamic environment where precision, quality, and pride in the pitch matter every day. Your Role: As a key member of our Grounds Team, you will be responsible for the maintenance and preparation of playing surfaces to the highest professional standard. This includes: Preparing and maintaining playing surfaces for training sessions and matches Performing minor construction and landscaping tasks under guidance Operating and maintaining grounds machinery and equipment Ensuring safe and correct use, storage, and disposal of chemicals and pesticides (if licensed) Supporting and executing seasonal and weekly turf care programmes Conducting basic risk assessments and responding appropriately in emergencies Supervising part-time staff and ensuring high safety and work standards Adhering to all safeguarding policies relating to children and vulnerable adults What My Client Is Looking For: Minimum 2 years’ experience in sports turf or grounds maintenance NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in turf maintenance or a relevant field Proficient use of rotary and cylinder mowers, tractors, line markers, etc. NVQ Level 3 or equivalent PA1, PA2, and PA6 pesticide spraying certifications Clean UK driving licence Why Join My Team? Competitive Salary + Bonuses Available 25 days Annual Leave + Your Birthday Off Pension  + Private Medical Incentive Gain exposure to professional sports turf standards and practices Free parking on site & moreTo find out more, contact Amy at Kemp Recruitment on (phone number removed) or apply today. INDAP