Deputy Head Groundsperson

Position:
Deputy Head Groundsperson – Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club (Trent Bridge)

Location:

Trent Bridge Nottingham, NG2 6AG

Hours:

35 hours per week

Contract Type:
Permanent Fulltime

Salary:  £32,000

We’re looking for a Deputy Head Groundsperson to join our Ground staff team at Trent Bridge — one of the world’s most iconic cricket venues. In this hands-on and leadership-focused role, you’ll support the Head Groundsman in preparing and maintaining top-quality pitches and practice facilities, helping ensure Trent Bridge continues to meet the highest international and Test Match standards.

Role profile:

Specific Responsibilities:

Grounds Maintenance

Assist in the preparation and maintenance of all playing surfaces, outfields, and practice areas at Trent Bridge and Lady Bay to the highest possible standards, meeting ECB and international expectations.
Deputise for the Head Groundsmen in their absence, assuming responsibility for the management of grounds preparation and operational decision-making.
Ensure all practice areas and nets are maintained to international team standards, providing high-quality training environments.
Support in the preparation and set-up for all matches, ensuring grounds are ready for play at the earliest opportunity following inclement weather.
Assist with the placement and removal of covers and the removal of surface water from the playing area when required.
Conduct regular inspections and maintenance of machinery, tools, and equipment to ensure they are in safe working condition and compliant with best practice.
Ensure all work complies with ECB regulations for pitch preparation and liaise with the ECB Pitch and Grounds Advisor as appropriate.
Identify and report opportunities for continuous improvement in grounds maintenance processes and facilities.
Operate ground machinery safely and in accordance with manufacturer and Club procedures.

2. People Management & Team Support

Support the Head Groundsmen in leading and supervising the grounds team, providing direction, motivation, and guidance, ensuring standards are maintained and Health & Safety procedures are followed.
Assist with staff training, onboarding, and development, including casual ground staff.
Take an active role in team meetings and contribute ideas for improvement.
Support a positive, professional, and collaborative working environment, aligned with the Club’s values and culture.
Act as a mentor for junior or trainee ground staff where required.

3. Health, Safety, and Compliance

Ensure Health & Safety is prioritised in all operations, with appropriate risk assessments completed and safe systems of work maintained.
Comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and related regulations.
Ensure safe handling and use of machinery, chemicals, and equipment, reporting any defects or hazards immediately.
Promote a culture of safe working practices throughout the grounds team.

4. Professional Development & Continuous Improvement

Support the Head Grounds Men in identifying and implementing a programme of continuing professional development (CPD) for the grounds team.
Take personal responsibility for maintaining and developing professional skills and technical knowledge.
Keep up to date with best practices, technological advances, and ECB guidelines relating to pitch preparation and grounds management.

Person Specification:

Experience in sports turf or cricket groundskeeping, ideally at a First-Class or international venue.
Able to support or deputise for a Grounds Manager and work confidently within a small team.
Skilled in preparing and maintaining pitches, outfields, and practice areas, with competent machinery use.
Good understanding of Health & Safety, ECB pitch standards, and basic turf management.
Strong organisational, communication, and teamwork skills; IT or basic mechanical skills are a bonus.
NVQ Level 2 in Sports Turf (or equivalent), with higher qualifications and PA1/PA6 preferred.
Reliable, proactive, detail-focused, and flexible with working hours during the season.
Full UK driving licence; able to work across multiple sites and complete an enhanced DBS check

Key timelines:

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