Job Description
We are looking to recruit a full time Assistant Kitman/woman.
Reporting to the First Team Kitman the successful applicant will be based at the First Team Training Ground at Rush Green, Romford, and will assist with the provision of a full kit service to the First Team Squad, working within a small team in an often highly pressurised environment.
The role will require the ability to travel between Club locations and to away fixtures. You will need to be flexible with your working hours and days as the working pattern can be different from one week to the next. You will be expected to work weekends and this can include long trips that on some occasions mean staying away on the night previous to the fixture. Some fixtures during the season may be played in midweek with an evening kick off and you will be required to work these games. Due to the busy nature of the job and industry you will be working in holiday time during the season is very limited.
The post holder will assist in preparing kit requirements for both match-day and training and will include being in charge of preparing the match-day kits from Reserve to First Team level. This involves making sure that all the kit is sufficiently washed, dried and folded ready to go out for matches.
Key Responsibilities
• To assist in managing the club’s kit requirements, ensuring that all day to day duties are completed.
• To deal with the First Team management and staff’s kit requirements and attend staff meetings that requires the kit department to have an input into the day-to-day running of the Training Ground.
• To organise kit distribution. This will involve communicating with the First Team Manager and preparing a strategy for this task to be completed efficiently.
• To be responsible for kit stock levels; this will include regular stock checks.
• The ordering of kit, providing information on quantities, sizes etc.
• Ensure the correct kit and equipment are provided for all home and away games.
• The post holder will work all First Team and Reserve side home and away fixtures and will be responsible for ensuring that all match kits are clean and readily available for each match.
• Printing of Training and Match Kit to ensure compliance with Premier League and FA Regulations
• On a day-to-day basis you will need to ensure that all First Team squad and staff kits are prepared and that they have everything they require for training, this will require you to continually communicate with the coaches and staff about their needs for training each day.
• To work in the laundry room; this will include washing, drying, folding and putting away kits from training and matches. This is to be done to a high standard as required by the club.
• You will be expected to maintain high standards of work, keeping the whole work area of the department clean, neat, tidy and organised. This will include occasional sweeping and general tidying of the kit and boot rooms.
• To undertake their responsibilities with full knowledge of the importance of confidentiality and the club’s relevant policies.
Person Specification
Education
• GCSEs in Maths and English or equivalent
Specific Experience
• Previous experience of working as a kitman/woman would be an advantage
• Previous experience of working in a professional football environment would be an advantage
Abilities/ Skills/ Knowledge
• Holds a full valid driver’s Licence
• Hard working and enthusiastic individual
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Displays a high level of confidentiality
• Able to carry out instructions accurately
• Reliable with good time keeping
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Reliable with good time keeping
• Flexible and adaptable to change in a fast paced environment
• A healthy interest in sport with good football knowledge
• Ability to work well individually and within a team environment
• Ability to work with all levels of management and be able to take own initiative
We are committed to the principle of equality and equal opportunities in employment. We will actively promote equality and equal opportunities in our business to ensure that individuals receive treatment that is fair and equitable and consistent with their relevant aptitudes, potential skills and abilities. Employees will be recruited and selected, promoted and trained on the basis of objective criteria.
How to apply
To apply please send your cover letter and CV to humanresources@westhamunited.co.uk