Facilities Manager

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Closing date: 07/12/2025 - we may close this position early depending on volume of applications so please don't delay submitting an application!

Job Title: Facilities Manager

Department: Operations

Direct Reports: Site Operations Officer, Maintenance and Grounds team

Reports to: Operations Director

Location: Cobdown Park, Station Road, Aylesford, Kent, ME20 6AU

Working Pattern: 40hrs per week, evenings and weekends

Salary: Dependant on experience

Level of DBS: Enhanced Child Barred List

London City Lionesses are part of the Kynisca group, setting a vision and building an infrastructure in which all the players and staff can thrive.

Owned by Michele Kang, our vision for Kynisca is to:

We Lead The Way | We Dream Big | We Get it Done | We Innovate | We Inspire our Community

This new position of Facilities Manager will lead the day‑to‑day management and strategic development of our Club's training ground facilities, while also overseeing matchday logistics at our designated primary and secondary stadiums. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring our sites are maintained to a professional standard, meeting operational, safety, and sporting requirements.

This role is ideal for someone with strong organisational skills, a practical approach to problem‑solving, and a hands‑on attitude. They will play a vital part in delivering an elite environment for players and staff, supporting the Club's growth on and off the pitch.

This is a new position within the business, so the responsibilities are not set in stone. We need someone who can jump in, get things done and work with the senior leadership team to shape the future of the club.

• Work alongside the Operations Director and contractors on the development of the new elite performance centre.
• Manage all onsite contractors.
• Oversee the upkeep, presentation, and functionality of all training ground facilities, ensuring a safe, high‑performance environment.
• Oversee the development and implementation of short‑ and long‑term grounds maintenance plans in line with seasonal requirements.
• Work closely with grounds staff to monitor pitch quality and ensure best‑practice turf care and surface preparation.
• Manage cleaning, repairs, utilities, equipment servicing, and facility booking systems.
• Liaise with host venues to coordinate all stadium‑related matchday planning, in particular around broadcasting and operational logistics.
• Act as the primary facilities contact for emergency response and issue resolution during matchdays with key stakeholders such as WSL, Sky and BBC.
• Ensure all club facilities meet current health, safety, and compliance standards.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive risk assessments, fire safety plans, and emergency procedures for both the training ground and matchday venues.
• Act as Health & Safety lead for facilities‑related matters, including staff training and incident reporting.
• Develop and oversee an annual maintenance schedule for pitches, equipment and buildings.
• Procure and manage relationships with external contractors for specialised works (e.g. irrigation, drainage, repairs).
• Monitor and manage budgets for grounds keeping and facilities‑related works.
• Line‑manage a small team of facilities and grounds personnel, ensuring appropriate delegation, supervision, and development.
• Coordinate rotas, leave and timesheets to ensure adequate cover across all sites.
• Conduct regular team briefings, performance reviews and training refreshers.
• Manage facilities and maintenance budgets efficiently, ensuring value for money and timely procurement.
• Provide regular reports and updates to the Operations Director on facilities status, costs and planned works.
• Other ad‑hoc duties as assigned from time‑to‑time by management.