Are you a skilled tractor operator with a passion for working outdoors? Do you take pride in maintaining beautiful, functional landscapes and want to be part of a world-class operation?
If that sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a hardworking and enthusiastic Estates and Maintenance Groundsperson to join our dedicated team, working across both Moulton Paddocks and Godolphin Stables in Newmarket.
This is a hands-on role where you’ll play a key part in maintaining the grounds and paddocks that support our elite thoroughbred operation. The work is varied and seasonal – with grass cutting taking priority in the summer months, and tree work and woodland management becoming a key focus during the winter. You’ll need to be reliable, safety-conscious, and confident working with a range of machinery – especially tractors.
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Carrying out tree work and woodland management duties.
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Operating tractors for a variety of tasks including grass cutting, harrowing, fertiliser spreading and over-seeding.
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Hedge cutting using a tractor-mounted flail
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Strimming and general grounds maintenance
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Fencing and fence repair work
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Teleporter loader operation
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Knapsack spraying
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Chainsaw operation (where qualified)
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Tractor experience is essential, along with a full UK driving licence.
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Previous experience in a similar role (e.g. landscaping, farming, groundskeeping, forestry or estate maintenance).
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You’ll have a strong work ethic and a can-do attitude, with the ability to work as part of a team as well as independently.
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Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
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Able to work a set working pattern: Monday to Friday 8am-4:30pm, with a weekend rota (1 in 6 weekends, mornings only).
In return, we offer a salary of £31,375 and a generous benefits package including:
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Private healthcare (including but not limited to; annual allowances of £830 of dental cover, 10 physiotherapy sessions and online GP consultations) for you and your family.
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Pension scheme
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Life assurance
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Group income protection
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Discretionary Christmas bonus
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Retail discounts and cashback at over 700 retailers (TUI, Dunelm, Currys, Sky and many more).
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Health & wellbeing initiatives
Full job description is available upon request.
To submit your application online, click 'apply now'. If you have any questions about the vacancy, please contact [email protected].
Closing date for applications: 26th August 2026, however candidates will be screened whilst the role is open, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy ahead of the above-mentioned date should we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Godolphin aims to create a diverse and inclusive working environment in which everyone feels valued, that their contribution matters and they are able to perform to their full potential. We therefore encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances, and we will be happy to discuss any adjustments you may require to make our workplace one you can thrive in.
Godolphin is the world’s largest thoroughbred operation, comprising breeding and racing interests spanning 6 countries, across 4 different continents. Founded in Dubai in 1992, the operation has been built on a foundation of innovation and uninhibited achievement that has led to a legacy of success for horses in Godolphin’s famous blue silks. Its global headquarters is in Newmarket, which is the epicentre of the UK’s thoroughbred industry.
Godolphin Management Co Ltd
Main Office, Dalham Hall, Duchess Drive, Newmarket, Suffolk, CB8 9HE
