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Senior Head Grounds Person
Grimsby Town FC
Grimsby Town Football Club was formed in 1878 and are a full-time professional Football Club currently playing in Sky Bet League Two.
Job Posted- 24 Oct 2026
Status- Full Time
- Permanent
Location- England
Closing date- 30 Oct 2026
Grimsby Town Football Club is looking for a Senior Head Grounds Person to keep its playing surfaces at the highest professional standard.
The Role
You will lead the grounds team, oversee specialist equipment and infrastructure, and deliver annual renovation and improvement programmes for the First Team, Academy, Women’s team and wider club activity.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality grounds maintenance across all sites, in line with compliance and best practice
- Manage matchday pitch operations, working closely with the first-team coaching staff
- Plan monthly, weekly and daily grounds operations
- Manage site resources, plant, machinery and grounds staff, and plan expenditure with the Stadium Manager
- Be a key holder and part of the emergency call-out team
- Train grounds staff on machinery and COSHH regulations
About You
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Sports Turf, Horticulture or Grounds Management
- Strong technical knowledge of turf maintenance and agronomy
- Knowledge of irrigation, drainage and grounds machinery
- Good IT, admin, organisation and communication skills
- Desirable: experience in elite football or professional sport, PA1/PA2/PA6, IOSH and project management experience
Key Details
- Location: Cleethorpes
- Contract: Permanent
- Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 per year
- Closing date: 30 October 2026
How to Apply
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