Technical Facilities Manager

Technical Facilities Manager

Location: Cobham Training Ground
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Closing date: 14th October

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. In the event that we receive a large number of applications, the position may be filled before the listed closing date. To avoid missing out, please submit your application at your earliest convenience.

The Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Technical Facilities Manager to lead the maintenance, compliance and performance of our facilities across Cobham Training Ground and Kingsmeadow. This is a key role responsible for ensuring our buildings, infrastructure and technical services operate safely, efficiently and to the highest professional standards. Working across a diverse and fast-paced estate, you will drive maintenance programmes, manage specialist contractors, oversee statutory compliance and support projects that enable elite performance on and off the pitch.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead planned and reactive maintenance across all facilities and infrastructure.
• Manage statutory compliance, inspections, certifications and audits.
• Oversee electrical, mechanical, plumbing and HVAC systems.
• Manage specialist contractors, service providers and maintenance contracts.
• Ensure effective management of fire safety, water hygiene and building safety requirements.
• Oversee cleaning, waste management, pest control and environmental services.
• Monitor utility consumption and support energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives.
• Manage the CAFM system, asset registers and maintenance reporting.
• Deliver refurbishment, improvement and facilities projects safely, on time and within budget.
• Drive high standards across all facilities to ensure an exceptional environment for players, staff and visitors.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in facilities, estates or technical services management.
• Strong knowledge of building services, M&E systems and facilities maintenance.
• Experience managing statutory compliance and health & safety requirements.
• Ability to manage contractors, budgets and service-level agreements.
• Experience using CAFM systems and asset management processes.
• Strong project management, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Relevant facilities, engineering or building services qualification desirable.
• IOSH, NEBOSH or equivalent health & safety qualification desirable.

Our Expectations:

• To embody the club’s BLUE behaviours (Brave, Lead, Unity, Edge) in the approach to work and interaction with others
• To adhere to the club’s policies and procedures, including Health & Safety, Financial Authorisation, Confidentiality and GDPR.
• To act as an ambassador for diversity, equality, and inclusion, and demonstrate a positive commitment by treating others fairly in line with our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Policy and reporting any acts of discrimination through appropriate channels
• To create a safe environment and act to protect all young people and vulnerable adults that are either in your care or attending club premises, and report any concerns to the Safeguarding Lead
• To report any misconduct or suspected misconduct to the HR Department

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Chelsea we recognise that the diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths and we are taking positive action to ensure our existing colleagues and job applicants can fully be themselves and bring their own unique experiences and perspectives to Chelsea FC. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.

If you need reasonable adjustments made to the recruitment process, please reach out to your recruiter, who will be able to advise and support you.

Chelsea FC is fully committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all children, young people and adults at risk (vulnerable groups). We therefore require all successful applicants to complete a DBS Check prior to starting employment. Depending on the role, successful applicants may also be required to undergo other child protection screening where appropriate.