Aberdeen Football Club is a high-profile institution in the North East of Scotland with an impressive heritage of domestic and international achievements since the Club was established in 1903.

AFC is an ambitious organisation looking towards further success and long-term sustainability in support of our football team by adding value across every area of our day to day business for the overall benefit of our staff, supporters, and clients.

We have a vacancy for a permanent Deputy Head Groundsperson starting May/June 2021. The role will involve assisting the Head Groundsman with the day to day running and maintenance of a professional Football Club training grounds and stadium pitch.

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This is a full time role working 5 days from 7 with a basic 35 hours per week.
Applicants should have:

• A Sports Turf, National Horticultural or Grounds qualification and/or a considerable track record as an experienced Groundsperson (minimum of 5 years’ experience)
• A valid driving licence
• Tractor & Machinery experience
• Relevant Qualifications in chemical spraying (PA1, PA2, PA6)

The salary for this role is dependent on qualifications and/or experience.

Interviews for this role are expected to start week commencing 3rd May 2021.

If you wish to be considered for this position, please submit your CV and Covering Letter to jobs@afc.co.uk by 30th April 2021. Your covering letter should include your earliest available date for starting, if successful and your salary expectations for the role.

Please note that due to the number of applications received by the Club, we will only respond if you are successful in securing an interview.