Ground Keeper

Grounds Maintenance Foreman

This position would suit a Golf, Football or Sports Grounds Keeper.

Bourne Hill Stables is a state of the art show jumping yard based on 200 acres in Horsham, West Sussex. We have recently developed a state of the art sand arena and natural turf grass arena and we require a grounds maintenance foreman to join our team. A suite of new machinery will be provided as will direction and training in the preparation of natural turf for equestrian use.

Essential • Practical experience working in the maintenance of turfgrass facilities • Attention to detail and presentation • Experience working with machinery for both turfgrass maintenance and estate maintenance • Experience of operation of agricultural machinery

Desirable • Formal training in manual handling and risk assessment • Understanding of relevant health and safety legislation • Recognised Horticulture/turf management qualification • PA1, PA2A, PA6A pesticide application certificates or willingness to work towards award of these • Interest in horses and experience of working in an equestrian environment • Landscaping preparation and development • Experience of maintenance of landscaping and plants • Use and management of irrigation systems

Salary is based upon experience

Please contact roland.standley@bournehillstables.co.uk for more details