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Job Title: Sports Surface Maintenance Operative (multiple positions available) Location: Unit 3, Etna Court, Falkirk, FK2 9EQ Salary : Up to 27,500 per annum + overtime and bonus Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Multiple positions available in various sites! Technical Surfaces/Sportex is a leading installer and maintenance provider of various Sports surfaces in the UK. With over 25 years of industry experience, their unique skill set has led to many of the country's top pitch installers using Technical Surfaces as their preferred maintenance provider. These 'Partners in Excellence' understand the importance of having their pitches looked after from day one, to ensure maximum life expectancy and uphold their pitch-building reputation. The Role: This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing company, the market leader in Synthetic sport surface maintenance with a clear career path and the opportunity to quickly increase annual earnings. Technical Surfaces currently have a number of opportunities for motivated, hardworking candidates to join our team. Our team is expanding, and we require practically minded individuals to carry out our full range of maintenance processes to the highest standard. Planning ahead, time management and an eye for detail are the attributes we are seeking. Positions are available at our depots in Falkirk (Scotland). We cover the whole of the UK with contracts throughout Scotland and England working from the respective depots. The expectation is that operatives based at Falkirk will cover mainly Scotland with operatives based in Leicester covering England. Staying away overnight from time to time will be required with an average of 5-7 weeks per calendar year spent working away from home. The candidate must be willing to work over and above normal working hours when required for which overtime will be paid. About you: Skills and Experience: Applicants should have at least 2 years' experience of line management or equivalent. Experience in Synthetic turf maintenance, Greenkeeping or Landscaping/grounds maintenance is desirable however not essential as full training will be given. Operation of a range of ground maintenance vehicles, filling out site reports, liaising with clients on site Driving company vehicles and working within our Health and Safety policy will be required. Valid driving licence essential Tractor / Ride on Machinery experience preferred Experience of any of the following, an advantage: Greenkeeper, Groundsman, Fine turf industry, Landscape Gardener, Ground Maintenance Operative, General Maintenance, Multi-Skilled Operator Benefits: Company Pension Company Bonus scheme Please click the APPLY button and to submit your CV and Cover Letter. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Landscape Gardener, Experienced Groundworker, Skilled Tradesperson, Landscape, Landscaper, Garden, Grounds, Ground Maintenance Operative, General Maintenance, Project Manager, Garden Project Management, Bricklayer, Paver, Paving, Fencer, Fencing, Carpentry, Carpenter, Ground Work, Multi-Skilled Operator, Building Services Operator, Skilled Labourer, Skilled Trades, Multi Trade, Flagger, Grounds Worker may also be considered for this role.

Overview One of our clients are seeking an experienced Grounds Maintenance Manager to lead the delivery of high-quality grounds services at a large site in Broughton. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a large-scale, high-profile estate, managing a team of circa 20 staff and ensuring exceptional standards across all external areas, including landscaped grounds and sports surfaces. Key Responsibilities Lead, manage and develop a team of approximately 20 grounds maintenance operatives Plan and coordinate daily and seasonal maintenance schedules Oversee all planned and reactive grounds maintenance activities Manage turf care, fertilisation programmes and general horticultural practices Take responsibility for seasonal services, including winter gritting and adverse weather response Ensure all grounds machinery and equipment is used safely and maintained appropriately Manage external contractors and suppliers for servicing, materials and support Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety standards, including RAMS and COSHH Maintain high standards of site presentation across all external areas Build strong relationships with client stakeholders and internal teams About You Proven experience in a Grounds Maintenance Manager / Grounds Manager / Senior Supervisor role Experience managing larger teams (ideally 10+ staff) Strong knowledge of grounds maintenance, horticulture and turf management Hands-on approach with the ability to lead from the front Excellent organisational and communication skills Full UK driving licence Experience operating grounds maintenance equipment Qualifications (Desirable) NVQ Level 2 in Grounds Maintenance, Sports Turf or similar PA1, PA2a, PA6 spraying certificates Experience maintaining sports pitches IOSH Managing Safely Forklift, chainsaw or towing licences First Aid What's in it for you? Competitive salary of 40,000 Early finish every Friday Opportunity to lead a large, well-established team Work on a prestigious, high-profile site Career progression within a global organisation Apply Now If you're an experienced and motivated Grounds Maintenance Manager looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. If interested, please send your CV or call Tom on (phone number removed) to take the next step in your career.