We are looking for a passionate Apprentice Grounds Person to join the team at Chepstow Racecourse.
About us…
Arena Racing Company does so much more than lead the UK’s largest horse racing group. We have 21 racing venues showcasing horse racing, greyhound racing, golf courses, hotels and events. In short, leisure, entertainment, media production and global distribution are at the heart of what we do, making it an exciting and diverse place to work!
Our success is a team effort which is why we offer great opportunities for growth, development and career progression. After all, it’s our employees that enable us to offer first class service and create an electric atmosphere, all within an industry we love.
What is ARC?
We embrace diversity
We develop our people
We care for our visitors
We think about our impact
We are proud of our sport
Work Perks of being an Apprentice Grounds Person...
Annual passes to attend any of our 21 venues
Discounted food & ARC days out
Cycle to work scheme
Holiday allowance increasing with length of service up to 28 days
Company life assurance scheme
Discretionary group annual bonus schemes to reward your hard work
Support with study through our study assistance schemes
And so much more…
About the role:
We have an exciting new job opportunity for an Apprentice Groundsperson to join the company and work within the existing Grounds team. We are looking for someone who is willing to learn and is looking for an opportunity to start their career.
You will assist in the maintenance of external areas, estate buildings and equipment. You will be responsible for the preparation and presentation of the turf course, stables, estates grounds, gardens and other facilities.
The successful candidate will be very proactive, be able to use their initiative and be highly motivated with a positive attitude towards work. Previous experience working within a similar environment is an advantage, but not necessary.
Responsibilities
This is a challenging yet rewarding role for a motivated individual. Although part of a team, working with one’s own initiative is vital in delivering the responsibilities within this role.
Under the direction of the Clerk of the Course, carry out a maintenance programme for the course. The work entails working outside in changing and often inclement weather conditions and can be physically demanding.
To assist in preparing the course for racing – to include preparation and reinstatement of the course before, after and during racing, this to include:- Use of tractors, machinery and all weather maintenance equipment as required.
Maintain all lawn and garden areas and parade rings with particular attention to raceday and event presentation.
General maintenance of external areas, to include car parks, tracks, tarmac areas and horsebox park.
Ensure all external areas are free from weeds, rubbish and leaves.
You will be required to use various gardening, agricultural equipment, machinery, vehicles and chemicals in the process of carrying out your duties.
Abide by all regulations and safe working practices in accordance with current legislation and as detailed in the Company’s Health and Safety Policy and Procedures
Due to the nature of this role, working unsocial hours will be a frequent occurrence, including late evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays.
Work Well in a team and have initiative to work by yourself.
Working closely with Clerk of Course and other officials such as BHA.
The above is not an exhaustive list of duties. The racecourse business is a dynamic and challenging environment and on occasion you will be required to assist in duties outside of those detailed in this job description and therefore a flexible approach is required.
The person we are looking for as an Apprentice Grounds Person has…
Educated to GCSE or equivalent
Relevant outdoor year round labouring experience is an advantage
Knowledge of racing industry is an advantage
Excellent time management skills
Excellent attendance record
Flexible approach to working
Works well under pressure
Organised
Good Communication Skills
Enjoy outdoor working
Full clean driving licence
We are on a thrilling journey. So, to join us at our next destination, be part of a winning team and to learn more about our company and this exciting opportunity apply today.
At ARC, we believe that a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace makes us a more relevant, more competitive, and more resilient company. We welcome people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
If you have a disability that requires reasonable adjustments, please let us know; we will ensure that individuals with additional needs are provided reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions.
We understand the value that diversity brings to our business and we are striving to create a working environment that is inclusive, psychologically and physically safe and ensures everyone can be heard and valued for their contributions. We are committed to making a consistent, top-down effort to be role models on what diversity, inclusion and belonging means in society.
