Cricket Grounds Worker
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Position Overview & Specifications
1. Prepare and maintain the cricket pitches and outfield to an agreed standard during period of employment i.e. through spring, summer and early autumn.
2. Agree, and adhere, to the plans for ongoing pitch preparation agreed with Line Manager at the start of the season.
3. Discuss maintenance operations, and usage and preparation of pitches and practice pitches, with Line Manager weekly
4. Pitch stumps and remove covers on morning of all home fixtures and Sunday 1st XI and representative games.
5. Ensure covers are appropriately positioned during periods when rainfall is expected. If covers are required on Friday (after liaising with Junior Match Manager) and Saturday Nights (after liaising with appropriate Team Captain) recommendations should be made instructing the players on which pitch the covers should be placed.
6. Re-mark and clean wicket ends during Saturday fixtures and Sunday 1st XI and
representative games.
7. Maintain machinery by keeping them clean, oiled, etc. If necessary, after discussion with Ground Convenor, liaise with mechanics for servicing and/or repairs.
8. Maintain and ensure surrounds of playing arena and terracing in front of the pavilion are well-presented at all times.
9. Provide work for any formal assistants – as per Line Manager’s requirements - during their period of employment.
10. Conduct appropriate end of season renovation work on square and other areas.
11. Ensure pavilion clubhouse, garage, cellar and storage container are securely locked when off-site and during the end of each day.
Liaise with independent umpires and appropriate captains/junior convenor where there are doubts about any fixture BEFORE a decision is made by them
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months
Salary: £13.00-£15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Experience:
- Grounds Maintenance & Landscaping Occupations: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: One location
Application deadline: 25/02/2023
Reference ID: Grd2023
Expected start date: 20/03/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Cricket Grounds Worker roles across West of Scotland Cricket Club's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £13 - £15 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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