Careers

We are currently looking for catering staff to join our team at Chelmsford City Racecourse. Our staff are entrusted to create memorable dining experiences for our guests, working in a range of spaces across site.

Under 18’s will be paid £10 an hour and 18+ will be paid £12.50

To apply please email your CV below.

We are currently looking for bar staff to join our team at Chelmsford City Racecourse. Our staff are entrusted to create memorable experience for our guests, working in a range of spaces across site.

Bar Staff play a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality food and beverage service across all bar operations. The role is responsible for ensuring guests receive excellent service in a professional, efficient, and friendly manner, while maintaining high standards of hygiene, safety, and presentation.

This is a casual, zero-hours position, with shifts offered in line with business needs, including racedays, events, evenings, weekends, and Bank Holidays. The role requires flexibility, reliability, and the ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Under 18’s will be paid £10 an hour and 18+ will be paid £12.50

To apply please email your CV below.

We are looking for a raceday steward to ensure the safety and security of people and the premises during racedays at Chelmsford City Racecourse. The role involves monitoring restricted areas to ensure staff do not enter undesignated zones, assisting with crowd management, and maintaining a safe environment for both customers and staff across the site.

Under 18’s will be paid £10 an hour and 18+ will be paid £12.50

To apply please email your CV below.

Job Summary

The Assistant Head Grounds Person plays a pivotal role in supporting the Head Grounds Person and Clerk of the Course in the preparation, presentation, and ongoing maintenance of the racing surface and associated grounds. This role ensures the racecourse, parade rings, lawns, and surrounding areas are maintained to exceptional standards of safety, performance, and visual presentation for racedays and high-profile events.

This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong operational ownership, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively under pressure. The role includes supervising the Grounds Team and delivering a structured, proactive maintenance programme. Flexibility is essential, including working racedays, weekends, Bank Holidays, and additional hours as operationally required.

Key Responsibilities

Course Preparation & Turf Management

• Lead and support the delivery of a planned and preventative maintenance programme for the racing surface and associated areas.
• Conduct regular, detailed course inspections and ground assessments to monitor conditions and identify required works, recommending improvements where necessary.
• Assist in preparing the course to meet regulatory, safety, and racing standards consistently.
• Operate and maintain irrigation and watering systems to ensure optimum turf quality and performance.
• Deliver seasonal turf treatment programmes including aeration, fertilisation, overseeding, and drainage management to enhance surface integrity and consistency.
• Support the Head Grounds Person in ensuring long-term turf health through sustainable agronomic practices.

Grounds & Landscape Maintenance

• Maintain and enhance lawned areas, parade rings, and presentation areas to raceday standard and beyond.
• Maintain flowerbeds, shrubberies, hedges, and landscaped areas across the site to a high standard of presentation.
• Plan and implement seasonal planting programmes within agreed budgets, ensuring visual impact and sustainability.
• Ensure car parks, service roads, tracks, and tarmac areas are safe, clean, and well maintained to support the overall guest experience.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and upkeep across saddling boxes, equipment stores, and surrounding areas.

Team Leadership & Support

• Provide strong operational support to the Head Grounds Person in supervising and developing the Grounds Team.
• Allocate daily tasks and monitor performance to ensure work is completed to the highest standards and within required timeframes.
• Lead by example, promoting professionalism, safety, and pride in workmanship.
• Support training, development, and performance management of grounds staff to build a skilled and motivated team.

Machinery & Equipment

• Ensure all grounds machinery and equipment are maintained to the highest standard and in safe working order.
• Carry out routine maintenance and basic mechanical repairs where appropriate.
• Proactively arrange servicing, repairs, and replacements in consultation with the Head Grounds Person.
• Maintain accurate maintenance and inspection records, ensuring compliance with operational standards.

Health & Safety & Compliance

• Comply fully with Health & Safety legislation, COSHH regulations, and Company policies.
• Promote safe systems of work and ensure machinery and equipment are used correctly and safely at all times.
• Report hazards, incidents, and defects promptly and support remedial actions.
• Assist the Head Grounds Person in ensuring regulatory compliance relating to racing surface standards and operational best practice.

Procurement & Resource Management

• Support the procurement of materials, plants, shrubs, and consumables within agreed budget parameters.
• Maintain stock control, ensure correct storage of equipment and materials, and reduce waste through effective resource management.
• Assist in monitoring expenditure and supporting cost-effective solutions to maintain high standards of presentation.

Personal Specification

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Sports Turf Management (or equivalent) is desirable.
• Relevant machinery or pesticide application certifications are advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence (desirable).

Experience

• Proven experience in grounds maintenance and turf management, ideally within a sports turf, racecourse, or equestrian environment.
• Experience supporting or leading a small team.
• Proven experience in the safe use and maintenance of groundskeeping machinery.
• Experience preparing and maintaining high-quality turf surfaces to a high standard.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong practical knowledge of turf management techniques and seasonal maintenance practices.
• Ability to support and motivate a team effectively, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong decision-making ability, particularly under pressure during raceday operations.
• Ability to work flexibly, including weekends, Bank Holidays, and racedays.

Personal Attributes

• Hands-on, proactive, and results-driven with a strong commitment to excellence in presentation.
• Calm and effective under pressure, particularly during high-profile events.
• Safety-conscious, with a strong commitment to compliance and best practice.
• Reliable, adaptable, and committed to supporting wider operational needs.
• Professional in conduct and appearance, representing the organisation positively at all times.

Job Summary

The Grounds Person plays a key role in supporting the Head Grounds Person and the Grounds Team in the preparation, upkeep, and presentation of the racecourse, parade rings, lawns, gardens, and surrounding areas. The role involves hands-on work to ensure all areas are safe, operational, and visually appealing for racedays, events, and general operations.

This is a physically hands-on role requiring flexibility, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure. Work includes racedays, which may involve weekends, Sundays, and Bank Holidays, as well as additional hours around events as operationally required. Training will be provided, with opportunities for external courses within the racing or grounds management industry.

Key Responsibilities

Course & Grounds Maintenance

• Assist with the preparation and maintenance of the racing surface and associated areas to meet regulatory, safety, and operational standards.
• Support the operation of irrigation, watering, and surface maintenance equipment.
• Maintain lawns, parade rings, gardens, flowerbeds, shrubs, hedges, and landscaped areas across the site to high presentation standards.
• Assist with seasonal planting programmes and general horticultural upkeep.
• Maintain car parks, service roads, tracks, and tarmac areas in a safe, clean, and tidy condition.
• Ensure saddling boxes, equipment stores, and surrounding areas are maintained to a high standard of cleanliness.

Machinery & Equipment

• Operate grounds machinery safely under guidance and assist with basic maintenance and cleaning.
• Report any machinery or equipment faults to the Head Groundsman.
• Ensure all equipment is stored correctly and kept in safe working order.

Health & Safety & Compliance

• Comply with Health & Safety legislation, COSHH regulations, and company policies at all times.
• Promote safe systems of work and ensure machinery and equipment are used safely.
• Report hazards, incidents, and defects promptly to the Head Groundsman.
• Support compliance with operational and racing surface standards.

Procurement & Resource Support

• Assist with the preparation and procurement of materials, plants, shrubs, and consumables for grounds maintenance.
• Maintain stock control, ensuring correct storage and handling of equipment and materials.
• Support cost-effective use of resources to maintain high presentation standards.

General Duties

• Ensure all areas under responsibility are tidy, safe, and visually appealing for racedays and events.
• Perform any other duties commensurate with the level of responsibility of the role.
• Work collaboratively with the Grounds Team to support operational goals and high standards of presentation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Grounds Maintenance, Sports Turf Management, or equivalent is desirable.
• Relevant machinery or horticultural certifications are advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence is desirable.

Experience

• Proven experience in grounds maintenance, turf care, or horticulture.
• Experience in the safe use and basic maintenance of groundskeeping machinery.
• Experience maintaining high-quality turf, landscaped areas, or similar environments.

Skills & Competencies

• Practical knowledge of grounds maintenance and seasonal upkeep practices.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and follow instructions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work flexibly, including weekends, Bank Holidays, and racedays.
• Calm and effective under pressure during operational periods.

Personal Attributes

• Hands-on, proactive, and results-driven with a commitment to high standards of presentation.
• Safety-conscious with a commitment to compliance and best practice.
• Reliable, adaptable, and committed to supporting wider operational needs.
• Professional in conduct and appearance, representing the organisation positively at all times.

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Job Summary

The Head Grounds Person is responsible for supporting the Clerk of the Course in the preparation, presentation, and maintenance of the racing surface and associated grounds. This role ensures that the racecourse, parade rings, lawns, and surrounding areas are maintained to the highest standards of safety, performance, and appearance for racedays and other events.

This is a hands-on leadership role with responsibility for supervising the Grounds Team and delivering a structured maintenance programme. The role requires flexibility to work racedays, including weekends and Bank Holidays, and additional hours where operationally required.

Key Responsibilities

Course Preparation & Turf Management

• Support the Clerk of the Course in implementing and delivering a planned and preventative maintenance programme for the racing surface and associated areas.
• Undertake regular course inspections and ground assessments to monitor conditions and identify required works.
• Prepare the course in accordance with regulatory, safety, and racing standards.
• Maintain and operate irrigation and watering systems to ensure consistent turf quality.
• Assist in the delivery of seasonal turf treatment programmes including aeration, fertilisation, overseeding, and drainage management.

Grounds & Landscape Maintenance

• Maintain lawned areas, parade rings, and presentation areas to raceday standards.
• Maintain flowerbeds, shrubberies, hedges, and landscaped areas across the site.
• Plan and implement seasonal planting programmes within agreed budgets.
• Ensure car parks, service roads, tracks, and tarmac areas are safe, clean, and well maintained.
• Monitor cleanliness and upkeep of saddling boxes, equipment stores, and surrounding areas.

Team Leadership & Supervision

• Supervise, instruct, and support Grounds staff on racedays and non-racedays.
• Allocate daily tasks in consultation with the Clerk of the Course.
• Promote high standards of workmanship, safety, and presentation.
• Foster a positive, proactive, and team-oriented working environment.

Machinery & Equipment

• Ensure all grounds machinery and equipment are maintained in safe working order.
• Carry out routine maintenance and basic mechanical repairs where appropriate.
• Arrange servicing, repairs, and replacements in consultation with the Clerk of the Course.
• Maintain appropriate maintenance and inspection records.

Health & Safety & Compliance

• Comply with Health & Safety legislation, COSHH regulations, and Company policies.
• Promote safe systems of work and ensure machinery and equipment are used correctly.
• Report hazards, incidents, and defects promptly.
• Support the Clerk of the Course in maintaining regulatory compliance relating to racing surface standards.

Procurement & Resource Management

• Order materials, plants, shrubs, and consumables within agreed budget parameters.
• Maintain stock control and ensure appropriate storage of equipment and materials.
• Assist in monitoring expenditure relating to grounds maintenance activities.

Personal Specification

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Sports Turf Management (or equivalent) is desirable.
• Relevant machinery or pesticide application certifications are advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence (essential).

Experience

• Proven experience in grounds maintenance and turf management.
• Experience working within a sports turf, racecourse, or equestrian environment is desirable.
• Experience supervising or leading a small team.
• Experience in the safe use and maintenance of groundskeeping machinery.
• Experience preparing and maintaining high-quality turf surfaces.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong practical knowledge of turf management techniques and seasonal maintenance practices.
• Ability to supervise and motivate a team effectively.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Practical problem-solving abilities and sound decision-making skills.
• Ability to work flexibly, including weekends, Bank Holidays, and racedays.

Personal Attributes

• Hands-on and proactive, with pride in delivering high standards of presentation.
• Calm and effective under pressure, particularly during raceday operations.
• Safety-conscious, with a strong commitment to compliance and best practice.
• Reliable, adaptable, and willing to support wider operational needs.
• Professional in conduct and appearance, representing the organisation positively at all times.

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