Job Description

Job Title: Sports Turf Drainage / Tractor Trencher Operator

Location:

South Wales (Projects across Wales and parts of England)

Salary:

15-18 per hour (depending on experience)

Employment Type: Full time

About Us

South Wales Sports Grounds Ltd (SWSG) has been building and renovating sports pitches since 1964. We're proud of our reputation for quality and reliability, working with local authorities, universities, grassroots clubs, and some of the biggest names in football and rugby.

We're a family-run business with strong values. Our growth over the past few years has opened up new opportunities, and we're ambitious to keep expanding--especially in our natural turf and drainage division. If you're highly skilled, take pride in your work, and want to be part of a team that values hard work and loyalty, we'd like to hear from you.

Why Join Us?

We promote from within.

Many of our supervisors and managers started out on the tools. If you show commitment and leadership, we'll support you with training and development to help you move up.

Real progression.

As we grow, new roles and responsibilities are opening up--this is a chance to build a long-term career, not just a short-term job.

Family-run values.

We look after our people and take pride in working together as a team.

The Role

You'll be responsible for installing primary and secondary drainage systems on pitches ranging from grassroots facilities to elite-level stadiums. This is a specialist role requiring precision and professionalism.

Your responsibilities will include:

Operating tractor-mounted trenching equipment for sports turf drainage Using machine control systems to ensure accurate trench depth and alignment Assisting with pipe installation and backfilling Maintaining and setting up equipment to high standards Working as part of a team to deliver projects on time and to specification Upholding health & safety standards at all times

What We're Looking For

Minimum 3 years' experience in sports turf drainage installation

Highly competent tractor operator with experience using machine control systems

Strong understanding of sports turf construction and drainage principles A hands-on attitude and ability to work as part of a team Professional approach (we work at high-profile venues) Flexibility for early starts, long days, and occasional weekends Normal working hours are

8am-5pm

, with overtime available during peak periods

Some travel and overnight stays may be required

Full UK driving licence CPCS or NPORS qualifications are a bonus, but not essential

What we offer

Competitive salary based on experience

Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

A supportive team environment within a growing company

30 days annual leave(including bank holidays), increasing with length of service

Discretionary annual bonus

Company Pension

Full PPE

Interested?

If you're reliable, keen to learn, and want a role where hard work is recognised and rewarded, get in touch.

You can call - 01633 880493 and ask for Matt (Natural Turf/Renovations Manager)

Please note there will be a full company shutdown between23rd December 2025 and 5th January 2026.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months

Pay: 15.00-18.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 41.5 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: On the road