Casual Grounds Person

At Manchester United, we believe that excellence on the pitch starts with excellence off the pitch. Our team thrives in a high-performance environment, united by a shared passion for success. We aim to elevate the standard of performance through collaboration and continuous growth, creating a space where everyone can contribute their best to our common goals. 
  
We work together at our iconic Manchester United offices, enabling connection and innovation as we look ahead to what we can achieve as a global football club. We are excited to bring in passionate people who share our vision and drive for success. 

The Role: 
We are currently recruiting for several casual positions within our Pitches Team to support match days and training sessions across our stadium and three training ground sites. These roles involve evening and weekend work, with shift times varying based on demand. Each shift will be a minimum of 5 hours, and start times will be confirmed in advance in line with business needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in gaining hands-on experience in a professional football environment, with potential for further training and development.
Key Duties Include:

• Pitch preparation and maintenance including devoting, top dressing, over-seeding, and setting up training equipment
• Housekeeping duties around garages and storage areas
• Lifting and moving items such as fertiliser bags, chemical tubs, goal frames, and grass boxes, requiring a good level of physical fitness
• Opportunities for further training in mower and aerator operation, and use of other grounds maintenance equipment depending on performance

All casual staff will receive full training in manual handling and basic health & safety.
Key Responsibilities

• Support fixture and training session coverage at the stadium and training grounds
• Help maintain pitches to professional standards all year round
• Carry out tasks to a high standard, supporting the wider grounds team
• Communicate professionally with colleagues and other departments
• Learn to use available resources effectively and efficiently
• Maintain personal records for HAVs monitoring  when using vibrating machinery
• Demonstrate professional conduct at all times, representing the club positively
• Maintain a positive, can-do attitude and approachable demeanour with all staff

The Person: 

• Hardworking, with a positive and proactive attitude
• Flexible and reliable, with the ability to work unsociable hours in line with football fixtures and training schedules
• Punctual and dependable
• Ideally experienced in or familiar with Health & Safety guidelines, with a focus on staff wellbeing
• Aware of environmental best practices
• Detail-oriented with a strong sense of housekeeping and equipment care
• Proud of maintaining a clean, tidy, and professional workspace

Our Commitment to You: 
At Manchester United, we believe that a diverse and inclusive environment makes us stronger. We are committed to building a team where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of our recruitment strategy, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. 
  
Ready to Join Us? 
If this sounds like the perfect role for you, please submit your application by Monday 16th June  2025.
  
Manchester United is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, and as part of this commitment, all candidates will undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check and reference checks. 
  
If you need any adjustments to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, please feel free to contact us, and we will be happy to discuss them with you. 
  
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