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What you'll be doing

Grass court maintenance

• Assist with the care, preparation and daily maintenance of grass courts across all venues.
• Apply granular and liquid fertilisers, soil conditioners and plant protection products in accordance with best practice and environmental guidelines.
• Carry out mowing, marking out and court preparation activities to Championship standards.
• Operate pedestrian, ride on and tractor mounted machinery safely and effectively.
• Support annual spring and autumn renovation programmes.
• Monitor and report turf performance, weeds, pests, diseases and disorders and assist in implementing appropriate control measures.

Multi-surface and grounds maintenance

• Assist in the maintenance and preparation of clay courts, hard courts, covered courts, croquet lawns and ornamental areas across all venues.
• Maintain surrounding grounds, pathways, fencing lines and landscaped areas to ensure a clean, safe and professional appearance.
• Support the maintenance of car parks and other operational areas across the estate.

Equipment and facilities

• Assist in the care, maintenance and safe operation of all equipment, tools and machinery.
• Help maintain benches, netting systems, court accessories, irrigation equipment and other infrastructure.
• Set up courts for play, including nets, covers, court cups, water supplies and associated equipment.
• Drive buggies and other authorised vehicles in accordance with site rules and safety procedures.

Technology and innovation

• Assist with the use of modern turf management technologies, monitoring systems and data collection tools to support decision making and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to the implementation of innovative maintenance practices that enhance surface performance, sustainability and resource efficiency.

Health & safety and sustainability

• Maintain high standards of health & safety and security in the workplace and comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Promote environmentally responsible working practices and support the department's sustainability objectives.
• Take personal responsibility for maintaining a professional appearance and representing the AELTC in a positive manner at all times.

Teamwork and flexibility

• Work flexibly across the Groundstaff and Horticultural services departments as required.
  Support operations across Wimbledon, Raynes Park and Roehampton venues.
• Build positive working relationships with colleagues, contractors and stakeholders across all locations.

What part your role will play in The Championships

• The Groundstaff Department delivers year round maintenance and state of the art preparation for The Championships which sees around 3,500 hours of use during The Championships.
• During The Championships period your role will help to support the AELTC’s goal of delivering the world’s premier tennis tournament and to support one of the world’s most prestigious tennis clubs.
• Your role will help to provide support across all venues to include The All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club Limited (Wimbledon), The All England Club Community Sports Ground (Raynes Park), The Wimbledon Qualifying and Community Sports Centre (Roehampton) and surrounding areas.

The role is based on 40 hours per week and flexibility is required to meet the demands of the job and will include working evenings and weekends – a shift pattern will be required to cover events including additional hours, days, evenings and weekends.

About You

The qualifications, licences, knowledge and experience listed below are essential requirements for the role. Experience with clay, hard or covered courts would be advantageous.

Essential qualifications and experience:

• Level 2 qualification (or equivalent) in Sports Turf Management.
• PA1 and PA6A certification, or the ability to obtain these qualifications within an agreed timeframe.
• Proven practical experience in the preparation and maintenance of grass tennis courts to competition standard.
• Knowledge of turfgrass performance, cultural practices and plant health management.
• Full UK Driving Licence (Category B).

Personal attributes

• Understand that every event and match is important to the reputation and operation of the AELTC.
  Flexible and adaptable, with a willingness to work evenings, weekends and varying shift patterns.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to build effective working relationships across teams, departments and venues.
• Organised, reliable and professional, with excellent attention to detail and a positive approach to work.
• Committed to continuous learning, development and maintaining the highest standards of workmanship.

Career development

The AELTC is committed to investing in its people. This role offers opportunities for ongoing professional development through practical experience, training programmes, industry qualifications and exposure to world-leading sports turf management practices. Successful candidates will have opportunities to develop their careers within the Groundstaff Department and wider operations.