Location: Coventry Rugby : Nick Newbold Stadium
Job Title: Facilities Manager
Salary: Dependent upon experience
Reports To: Operations Manager
Coventry Rugby Club / Nick Newbold Stadium is seeking a proactive and highly organised Facilities Manager to oversee the day-to-day operation, maintenance, safety, and continuous improvement of our stadium and associated facilities.
The role ensures that all stadium, hospitality, conference, event, and rugby facilities are maintained to the highest standards, supporting both matchdays and a wide range of non-matchday events, conferences, functions, and community activities.
This is a hands-on and varied role suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can manage multiple priorities, and takes pride in maintaining high operational standards. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring our facilities remain safe, compliant, efficient, and fit for players, staff, supporters, partners, and visitors.
Working Hours:
Mon- Friday 7:30am – 4pm
Flexible approach required, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and matchdays.
Attendance at all home fixtures and selected events will be required.
Key Responsibilities
Building Maintenance & Operations
- Open up the site everyday and ensure that all parameters have been met to ensure safe conditions to operate for internal staff and external visitors
- Manage both reactive and planned preventative maintenance across the site
- Oversee building systems including heating, electrical, plumbing, lighting, and general infrastructure
- Conduct regular site inspections to identify maintenance priorities and operational issues
- Coordinate repairs and ensure minimal disruption to club operations and events
- Monitor asset condition and lifecycle planning to support future upgrades and replacements
Health & Safety Compliance
- Ensure full compliance with UK health and safety legislation with an emphasis on Stadium and Matchday Safety
- Maintain accurate compliance records, risk assessments, and safety documentation
- Manage fire safety procedures, emergency response plans, and statutory inspections
- Support internal audits and external inspections to maintain a safe working environment
Events & Venue Hire
- Support the delivery of conferences, corporate events, exhibitions, weddings, private functions, community events, and other commercial activities.
- Coordinate venue setup and turnaround requirements.
- Liaise with the events manager to ensure operational requirements are met.
- Ensure facilities are presented to a professional standard for all events.
- Support event logistics including room layouts, equipment provision, access arrangements, and contractor coordination.
Contractor & Supplier Management
- Coordinate and supervise external contractors and service providers
- Arrange site access, monitor performance, and ensure agreed service levels are achieved
- Build effective working relationships with suppliers and negotiate best value services
- Review contracts, approve invoices, and raise purchase orders where required
Operational Coordination
- Respond quickly to reactive maintenance issues including equipment faults, leaks, or system failures
- Prioritise urgent works and escalate specialist issues where necessary
- Communicate effectively with internal departments and stakeholders to ensure smooth daily operations
Projects & Continuous Improvement
- Support refurbishment projects, facility upgrades, and operational improvements
- Assist with workspace planning and future development initiatives
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, sustainability, and energy performance across the site
Budget Management & Reporting
- Monitor facilities expenditure and manage budgets effectively
- Prepare reports for senior leadership on operational performance and maintenance activity
- Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining high service standards
Skills & Experience Required
- Previous experience in a Facilities Manager or similar operational role
- Strong knowledge of building maintenance and facilities operations
- Excellent understanding of health and safety compliance and UK regulations
- Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
- Experience managing contractors, suppliers, and service agreements
- Good commercial awareness and budget management skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to work independently and respond effectively to operational challenges
Desirable
- IOSH or NEBOSH qualification
- Experience working within a sports, leisure, hospitality, or event environment
- Knowledge of sustainability and energy efficiency initiatives
What We Offer
- Opportunity to work within a proud and ambitious rugby club
- Varied and rewarding working environment
- Competitive salary based on experience
To apply, please submit your CV and covering letter outlining your suitability for the role by the 13th July to: Luke Truslove – Operations Manager: [email protected]
Pay: £26,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
