Location: Carrington, Manchester
Department: Operations
Reports to: Facilities and Governance Manager
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (6:00am – 2:00pm)
Fixed term: 12 months
About Sale Sharks
Born in Manchester and proud of our roots, Sale Sharks is the only PREM Rugby Union team in the North-West, playing top-flight rugby in the Gallagher PREM and European Champions Cup, with an emerging Women’s team competing in the PWR. Our club philosophy is to be a better person, our Shark blood of Togetherness, Fearlessness, Pride, Passion, and Humility running through the club make us who we are. A family woven together by the Fabric of the North.
The Role
We are seeking a dedicated and hands-on Assistant Groundskeeper & Maintenance Operative to join our Operations team at our Carrington training facility. This is a key role supporting the preparation and upkeep of our rugby pitches and ensuring the wider site is maintained to high professional standards.
Key Responsibilities
Grounds & Pitch Maintenance
- Work as part of the groundskeeping team to maintain and prepare training pitches
- Ensure pitches are ready for use in line with training and fixture schedules
- Mow, line-mark and maintain rugby pitches to optimum standards
- Operate and maintain grounds equipment including mowers, trimmers and line markers
- Maintain pitch-side equipment (goalposts, flags, post protectors)
- Prepare pitches for play, including installing and removing equipment
- Keep pitches and surrounding grounds clear of litter and debris
Facilities & Site Maintenance
- General site maintenance including painting, basic repairs, and cleaning
- Take and manage deliveries
- Ensure equipment is used correctly, maintained, and daily paperwork completed
- Report faults promptly and accurately
What We’re Looking For
Essential
- Qualified groundskeeper with relevant experience
- Strong practical knowledge of pitch management and maintenance
- Positive, flexible, and can-do attitude
- Good communication skills
- Basic understanding of health & safety and risk assessments
- Ability to work independently and prioritise tasks based on schedules and weather
- Team player, able to work collaboratively as part of a two-person team
Desirable
- Experience working with a variety of stakeholders
- Proactive mindset with high attention to standards and detail
Why Join Us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a professional rugby environment, contributing directly to the performance and reputation of a Premiership club rooted in its community and values.
The duties and responsibilities outlined in this job specification are intended to provide a general overview of the role. However, they are not limited to those listed. The employee may be required to perform additional tasks, duties, or responsibilities as reasonably assigned & agreed by management, in line with the evolving needs of the business.
Closing date: 8th May 2026
Please send your application to people@salesharks.com
