Landscape Sports Assistant

Job description

About

University of Sheffield

Do you have a passion for sports and recreation? The University of Sheffield is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Landscape Sports Assistant to join our ambitious team. This is an outstanding chance to be part of a dynamic environment where you can showcase your skills and help us maintain our excellent sports facilities!

Responsibilities

In the role of Landscape Sports Assistant, you will:

- Maintain and prepare sports fields and facilities to an exceptionally high standard

- Ensure the grounds meet all health and safety regulations

- Operate and maintain a range of groundskeeping equipment

- Collaborate with the sports department to determine and implement outstanding landscaping solutions

- Assist in the planning and execution of campus sports events

- Monitor and report on the condition of sports facilities, ensuring any issues are addressed promptly

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you should have:

Proven experience in groundskeeping or a related field

- Knowledge of sports field maintenance and equipment

- Strong focus on detail and the capacity to meet tight deadlines

- Excellent communication and teamwork skills

- A proactive and ambitious approach to your work

- The ability to compete and successfully carry out tasks independently and as part of a group

We're seeking a proactive, safety-conscious, and customer-focused individual ready to make an impact. If you're a strong communicator, a team player, and ready to lead when needed, we want to hear from you!

Why Join Us?

By joining the University of Sheffield, you will be part of an ambitious team dedicated to making a positive impact on our community. We offer an encouraging and inclusive environment where your contributions are valued. With us, you are not just performing a job; you are helping to create the first impressions of our visitors and ensuring they feel warmly received!

We build teams of people from different heritages and lifestyles from across the world, whose talent and contributions complement each other to greatest effect. We believe diversity in all its forms delivers greater impact through research, teaching, and student experience.