About AIFF National Centre Of Excellence
The
AIFF National Centre of Excellence (NCE), Kolkata
, is a premier football training and development facility dedicated to nurturing and enhancing Indian football talent. Equipped with world-class infrastructure, it serves as the training base for national teams and various football development programs.

Job Summary
The
Head Groundsman
will be responsible for the overall maintenance, preparation, and quality management of all playing surfaces and outdoor areas at the AIFF National Centre of Excellence, Kolkata. This role requires expertise in turf management, irrigation, and sports field maintenance to ensure that all pitches meet international standards. The ideal candidate will be highly skilled in grounds keeping, possess robust leadership qualities, and have experience in maintaining professional football pitches.

Key Responsibilities
Grounds & Pitch Maintenance:
- Ensure that all natural grass and artificial turf pitches are maintained to the highest standards for training and competitive matches.




- Implement best practices in turf care, including mowing, aeration, fertilization, seeding, irrigation, and pest control.
- Monitor and improve soil conditions, drainage, and grass health to maintain high-quality playing surfaces.
- Prepare pitches according to FIFA/AFC guidelines, ensuring consistency in grass height, firmness, and overall playability.

Facility & Equipment Management
- Oversee the maintenance and servicing of grounds keeping equipment, including mowers, irrigation systems, and pitch rollers.
- Ensure proper marking, lining, and field setup for different types of football training and matches.
- Manage sports lighting, goalposts, corner flags, and other pitch-related equipment.

Team Supervision & Training
- Lead and supervise the grounds keeping team, assigning daily tasks and monitoring performance.
- Train staff on modern turf management techniques and safe machinery operation.
- Maintain a positive wo

📌 Head Groundsman (Kolkata)
🏢 All India Football Federation
📍 Kolkata