Premier champs Heathcoat looking for new groundsman

Rolling the wicket at Heathcoat

PREMIER Division champions Heathcoat are looking for a new groundsman to look after their Knightshayes playing surface.

Candidates have to be able to work to a high standard in a largely unsupervised environment and will need to be highly motivated.

Rod Randerson, the Heathcoat chairman, said: “It is a great opportunity to work at one of the most picturesque grounds in Devon, set in the grounds of Knightshayes Court.”

The job description is:

Main Duties:

  • Develop, in conjunction with the committee, a programme for the maintenance and improvement of the playing surfaces (cricket square and outfield) 
  • Prepare the square to the best possible quality (as requested by the captains) working within the budget constraints of the club
  • Ensure a back-up person is trained and available to carry out the work in the event of injury or other circumstances
  • Prepare and submit a financial budget to the committee for approval
  • Ensure all equipment is suitable for use, is regularly maintained and used appropriately to ensure the equipment maintenance is kept to a minimum
  • Provide clear tasks for volunteers and seek assistance when needed
  • Provide the committee with a monthly progress report on maintenance and development of the ground (in time for the second Monday of each month)
  • Liaise with the fixture secretary to ensure wickets are prepared in readiness for all types of cricket games  
  • Notify captains and fixture secretary when the ground is not suitable for cricket

Notes:

  • Volunteers will keep the outfield, boundary fence and areas around the pavilion in good order throughout the cricket season
  • Monthly expense allowance of £50 for mower fuel and sundries. Receipts must be presented. All other expenditure to be approved by the committee

Responsible to: 

  • The club committee

 Term of role: 

  • Position to be reviewed at the end of each season

Applications to be made via email to heathcoatcc@gmail.com