Lead Grounds Supervisor – Football Pitches & Turf

Canaries; Norwich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional football club in Norwich is seeking an experienced Grounds Supervisor to maintain high-quality pitches and lead the maintenance team. The ideal candidate will have at least 2–3 years in the sports turf industry, excellent communication skills, and knowledge of modern turf technology. Benefits include complimentary matchday tickets and enhanced leave policies. Closing date for applications is 30 December 2025.

Benefits

Complimentary matchday ticket for home fixtures

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension Scheme with Royal London

Access to wellbeing support including gyms

Qualifications

• Minimum 2/3 years in the sports turf industry.
• Strong knowledge of turf products and nutrition programmes.
• Good understanding of machinery maintenance protocols.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high-quality First Team and Academy pitches.
• Lead the team and support the Head of Grounds.
• Undertake equipment and machinery maintenance.

Skills

Knowledge of modern turf technology

Excellent communication skills

Leadership potential

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in sports turf or equivalent

PA1, PA6 and 2A spraying certification

IOSH Qualified

Tools

Grounds-maintenance machinery

SGL lighting equipment

Job description

A professional football club in Norwich is seeking an experienced Grounds Supervisor to maintain high-quality pitches and lead the maintenance team. The ideal candidate will have at least 2–3 years in the sports turf industry, excellent communication skills, and knowledge of modern turf technology. Benefits include complimentary matchday tickets and enhanced leave policies. Closing date for applications is 30 December 2025.