Grounds Manager

1. Managing annual pitch maintenance programmes creation and managing timely implementation. 2. Ordering in line with programme and budget. 3. Managing and leading a highly skilled team of grounds people. Recognising, encouraging and developing talent within the department. 4. Pitch testing - responsible for monitoring data and ensuring pitches and operations align with MCFC requirements. 5. Weekly meetings with Pitch Managers / 1st assistants to assist with planning or update upcoming events / fixtures. (Subject to approval) 6. Manage external contractors to ensure compliance with club, contractual and department standards. 7. Yard and storage facility management - to ensure all deliveries are correctly stored and all Grounds areas are safe and tidy at ALL times. 8. ATTENTION TO DETAIL - monitoring and implementing attention to detail tasks ensuring resource is allocated appropriately. 9. Develop CAPEX and OPEX proposals for review and consultation with Head of Grounds. 10. Produce monthly reports for your area relating to People (HR/time management/PDR), Pitches (testing results / issues/ resolutions) Programmes (what's been achieved, stock levels issues / resolutions) 11. Manage / resolve front line issues - irrigation repairs, breakdowns. 12. Proposals and suggestions for CAPEX and OPEX forecasting.

• Experience working in a Grounds Management role in the professional sports industry
• You'll need to be a great communicator
• Experience setting and meeting targets and managing staff to achieve high performance outcomes.
• Application of health and safety legislation.
• Successful track record of Grounds Management service delivery.
• Knowledgeable in grounds maintenance systems and their application including maintenance of reinforced pitches, preferably Desso, SIS, Hero and Fibresand,
• Full understanding of automatic irrigation systems and SGL lighting rig deployment and service.
• Experience of planning and leading on of end of season renovation works.
• Experience in setting targets, monitoring outcomes, achieving results and working towards continuous improvement.
• Substantial experience working with playing surfaces.
• Experience managing budgets and financial processes.
• NVQ L3 Turf Management qualification
• Pesticides Application PA1,2 and 6
• Willingness to travel when required
Desirable
• Experience working in a Grounds Management role for a Professional Football Club
  
  Manchester City is an English Premier League club whose roots began in East Manchester. From its first incarnation as St Mark's West Gorton in 1880, the club became Manchester City FC in 1894. Behind each title lies emotion, moments and memories that resonate with millions of supporters around the world. Manchester City fans are known for their commitment and togetherness, as a Club that fights to the end., We're looking for an experienced Grounds Manager to lead the way in ensuring our Men's 1st team and Etihad pitches are always at the highest standard, ensuring our world class facilities are maintained throughout the season, to ensure our players can play the Man City way! You'll need to have hands on experience working in a professional sports environment, and have the confidence to lead a dedicated team to achieve our objectives.