Elite Training Ground Operations Lead

Global Sports Jobs Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Chelsea Football Club is seeking a Training Ground Operations Manager to lead and coordinate day-to-day operations across Cobham Training Ground and Kingsmeadow. The role ensures football activities, events and business operations run seamlessly, collaborating with Men's, Women's and Academy programmes and business functions.

You will own the master operational calendar, manage site resources, maintain high standards of health and safety, and drive continuous improvement to deliver an

Qualifications

• Experience managing operations in a complex, fast-paced environment.
• Strong planning, scheduling and organisational skills.
• Proven track record coordinating events, fixtures or multi-site operations.
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building abilities.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making under pressure.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily operations across Cobham Training Ground and Kingsmeadow.
• Coordinate planning and delivery of football, business and site activities, including training, fixtures and events.
• Act as primary operational contact for internal stakeholders; build relationships across departments.
• Own and maintain the master operational calendar; coordinate scheduling and resource allocation.
• Identify operational requirements in advance and align delivery plans with stakeholders.
• Support matchday and event operations, coordinating with broadcasters, officials, suppliers and partners.
• Develop operational plans, procedures and event documentation; lead post-event reviews and action tracking.
• Manage room allocations, meeting spaces and workspace planning across sites.
• Oversee visitor management to ensure a first-class experience for players, staff and guests.
• Monitor service standards and drive continuous improvement across departments.

Skills

Operational management

Planning & scheduling

Stakeholder management

Health & safety

Communication

Job description

Chelsea Football Club is seeking a Training Ground Operations Manager to lead and coordinate day-to-day operations across Cobham Training Ground and Kingsmeadow. The role ensures football activities, events and business operations run seamlessly, collaborating with Men's, Women's and Academy programmes and business functions.

You will own the master operational calendar, manage site resources, maintain high standards of health and safety, and drive continuous improvement to deliver an