Facilities OperativeSheffield United

Facilities Operative - Dore Training Ground
Contract Type: Permanent, full time
Hours: 35 hours per week
Location: Dore Training Ground
Line Manager: Business Centre and Operations Manager
Salary: Dependent on experience
Post Reference: SUW072026-PFO

Sheffield United FC Women are seeking an organised, proactive and professional Facilities Operative to support the daily operation of the Club's Women's Training Ground at Dore.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the training ground environment is consistently maintained to the highest standards, creating a professional, safe and welcoming environment for players, staff and visitors. The role will oversee the day-to-day presentation, cleanliness and operational readiness of the site, whilst also supporting kit management, stock control, catering operations and general football department logistics.

Core Responsibilities:

Facilities
- Conduct daily inspections of the training ground and report concerns as required.
- Ensure all player, staff and visitor areas are maintained to a professional standard.
- Monitor the condition and presentation of all internal and external areas.
- Identify maintenance requirements and report issues promptly through the appropriate Club processes.
- Liaise with Facilities, Health & Safety and external contractors to ensure repairs and maintenance are completed within agreed timescales.
- Support the implementation of health, safety and operational standards across the site.
- Assist with site opening and closing procedures where required.
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness and organisation throughout the training ground.
- Work closely with contracted cleaning teams to ensure standards are consistently achieved.
- Undertake light cleaning and housekeeping duties as required between scheduled cleaning visits.
- Monitor and replenish consumable supplies including toiletries, refreshments and cleaning products.
- Ensure meeting rooms, communal areas and player spaces are presentable and ready for use at all times.
- Support waste management and recycling processes across the site.
-Day to day building maintenance.

Football Operations Support

- Assist staff with operational requirements that contribute to the daily running of the Women's Football Department.
- Assist with the preparation, movement and storage of kit and equipment for training sessions and fixtures as required.
- Support the collection and return of kit from the Club's laundry operation where required.
- Assist with maintaining organised kit and equipment storage areas.
- Support catering and hospitality staff with the practical setup, breakdown and presentation of dining and hospitality areas.
- Provide operational support and cover across Club sites, including Crookes, as required to meet the needs of the Club and support day-to-day service delivery.

Club Wide Responsibilities:

- Adhere to all Sheffield United Football Club's Safeguarding Policies and Procedures to foster an environment which protects from harm those defined as children and adults at risk.
- Report any concerns of a Safeguarding nature to the relevant parties and remain fully compliant with any applicable Safeguarding checks and due diligence and recognise your responsibility to the Club's Safeguarding agenda.
- Report any concerns of discrimination to the relevant parties and promote a welcoming and inclusive club environment for all.
- Adhere to the Club's Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policies, supporting the Club to create an environment which is inclusive and all-encompassing.
- Carry out/take part in training requests as directed by the Club.

Essential Criteria for the Role:

- Full UK Driving Licence.
- Previous experience within a facilities, operations, hospitality, housekeeping, logistics or sports environment.
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and proactively.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Flexible approach to working hours.
- Ability to prioritise tasks and manage competing demands.
- Commitment to maintaining high professional standards.
- Strong work ethic and willingness to undertake a variety of operational duties.
- Competent IT skills including Microsoft Office applications.
- Pride in creating and maintaining high standards.
- A proactive and solution-focused mindset.
- Reliability and accountability.
- Flexibility and adaptability.
- Professionalism and discretion.
- A positive attitude and willingness to support colleagues.

Desirable Criteria for the Role:

- Experience working within elite sport or professional football.
- Experience of stock control and inventory management.
- Knowledge of health and safety procedures.
- Experience supporting catering or hospitality operations.
- First Aid qualification.