Facilities Manager

Based at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester, this permanent, full-time role helps create a safe, reliable and welcoming environment for everyone who uses the site. You will coordinate essential facilities services, support consistently high operational standards and help ensure that employees, Fans, partners and visitors can enjoy a well-managed stadium environment.

Who We Are

Manchester City is a football club rooted in East Manchester, with a story that began in 1880 and continues to grow today. Built on resilience, belief and togetherness, success on the pitch is driven by the moments and memories shared with millions of Fans around the world. City is known for its bravery, its determination to the very end and its strong connection to where we come from. With Mancunian roots and a global outlook, we are shaped by our Fans and driven by a long-term vision, from developing future talent to supporting the communities we call home. Together, we are creating the next chapter, the City way.

Our Facilities team supports the safe and effective operation of the Etihad Stadium. Working across a wide range of services and with colleagues, contractors and partners, the team helps maintain an environment that meets the needs of employees, customers and everyone who visits the site.

The Role

You will support the Senior Facilities Manager in coordinating the day-to-day delivery of facilities services across the Etihad Stadium. Your work will help maintain a safe, secure and high-quality operational environment, with careful attention to compliance, safeguarding, inclusion and the experience of people using the site.

You will oversee activity across cleaning, waste and recycling, building maintenance, grounds maintenance, security and energy management. Through inspections, audits, performance measures and practical follow-up, you will help contractors meet agreed standards and identify opportunities for continuous improvement. You will also support site planning and facilities projects, ensuring that work is well coordinated and that the quality of provision meets operational needs.

Collaboration will be central to the role. You will build effective working relationships with partners, stakeholders and colleagues to understand their needs and provide suitable facilities solutions. As a site key holder and member of the emergency call-out team, you will also help ensure the stadium remains available for safe and efficient operation when required.

What You’ll Bring

⚽Experience coordinating facilities management services such as cleaning, waste and recycling, logistics, building maintenance, grounds or estate management.

⚽Ability to monitor contractor performance through inspections, audits, agreed measures and practical improvement actions.

⚽A practical understanding of health and safety compliance and its application within an operational environment.

⚽Comfortable using facilities management software and standard digital tools to maintain records, complete administration and produce reports.

⚽Clear and effective communication skills, with the ability to build collaborative relationships and influence positive outcomes.

⚽Ability to organise priorities, work independently when needed and take part in site key-holder and emergency call-out arrangements.

Why Choose Us

Working at Manchester City means being supported to do your best, with the flexibility and encouragement to look after your wellbeing. We are committed to helping our people learn, grow and thrive in a culture built on collaboration, openness and hard work.

As part of our team, you will receive 26 days’ annual leave plus a day off for your birthday, private healthcare and dental cover, and an annual discretionary bonus. You will also have access to a Health Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP support, and a company pension and life assurance.

Manchester-based employees also benefit from free on-site parking, complimentary breakfast and lunch, and access to a range of sports and leisure clubs.

You can enjoy a range of additional benefits, including cycle to work, Give As You Earn, discounted match tickets, savings in the City Store, a free City+ subscription, stadium tour discounts, and wider retail and lifestyle offers.

How to Apply

If this role sounds like it is for you, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please submit your application via our careers site by 11 November. We encourage you to apply as soon as you can.

Our interview process begins with an application review by our Talent Acquisition team, followed by a first-stage interview, usually via Microsoft Teams, to meet the team and explore the opportunity. Next is a face-to-face interview with a task-based assessment to showcase your skills. If required, a final stage may offer the chance to meet wider teams, explore our facilities and experience life at CFG!

We work with a select group of agency partners and do not accept unsolicited applications. Any CVs submitted without prior agreement will be treated as a direct application.

Equal Opportunities

City Football Group promotes equal opportunities in employment and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

We will screen all applicants and select candidates whose skills and experience seem to meet our needs. We will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you only if you are selected for an interview. If you require reasonable adjustments or any support throughout the process, please contact hiring@cityfootball.com and we will be happy to help.

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Due to our safeguarding promise, all UK-based CFG roles will be subject to a DBS check upon commencing employment with us. This will be either a basic, standard or enhanced check depending on the job role and responsibilities.