Facilities Operative

Millwall Football Club; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in sports is seeking a skilled Facilities Operative to join their maintenance team. This role involves performing a variety of upkeep tasks, including repairs, inspections, plumbing, and carpentry across multiple facilities. The ideal candidate will have a solid knowledge of building maintenance and the ability to work effectively in a team. With a focus on safety and compliance, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of events and the upkeep of facilities. Join a dynamic environment where your skills will contribute to the success of matchdays and the overall experience of fans and staff alike.

Qualifications

• Experience in building, plumbing, and maintenance tasks.
• Ability to work with manual and power tools safely.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance repairs across facilities.
• Assist with matchday preparations and compliance checks.
• Liaise with contractors and maintain safety systems.

Skills

Building maintenance

Plumbing

Carpentry

Painting and decorating

Use of manual and power tools

Teamwork

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

City & Guilds / NVQ Level 2 in a relevant field

Tools

Manual tools

Power tools

Job description

Salary: Competitive (based on knowledge and experience)

Location: Millwall Football Club, John Berylson Way, SE16 3LN

Hours of work: Monday to Friday, 10am-6pm (you will be required to work on matchdays - Lieu days are offered to reflect working matchdays)

Responsible to: Head of Operations & Safety Officer

Role Summary:

Millwall Football Club is seeking a Facilities Operative to work with a leading London championship football club, assisting the Head of Facilities/Safety Officer with general maintenance duties. We are looking for an experienced and skilled Facilities Operative to perform upkeep tasks such as repairs, inspections, plumbing, carpentry, painting, decorating, general maintenance, and planned improvement services to our facilities. The individual will be responsible for assisting other trades when required to ensure the highest level of service across our sites.

Reporting to the Head of Facilities & Safety Officer and as part of our maintenance team, you will work across the business portfolio, including The Den, Calmont Road training ground, and Well Hall (Academy), to carry out a wide range of maintenance duties.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Undertake day-to-day general maintenance repairs in-house for all our facilities including The Den stadium, training ground, and the Academy.
2. Undertake painting work, such as preparing painting surfaces, removing old paint, and using correct utilities to prepare the surrounding areas.
3. Undertake plumbing work, such as fixing leaks, unblocking drains, gutters, shower fittings, and more.
4. Preparation of the facilities for ALL home matches.
5. Regular checks and repairs on lights, toilet seats, broken chairs.
6. Completing work in accordance with Millwall Football Club specifications and in compliance with relevant legislation and industry best practices.
7. Working to operational procedures, safe working practices, and Health and Safety procedures as required.
8. Matchday support to the Head of Facilities and other maintenance colleagues on matchdays.
9. Liaise with external contractors and club staff across various sites.
10. Building compliance duties.
11. Ensure maintenance records and appropriate tests/inspections as required by the Club.
12. Testing and maintenance compliance of safety systems (including emergency lighting, PA, access control, and CCTV).
13. Be a key holder of the building and secure the building at the end of the day.
14. Respond to any fire alarm, intruder alarm activations outside business hours (when required).

Match Day Events:

1. Liaise with other departments to ensure safe stadium event operations.
2. Test all safety systems prior to events.
3. Liaise with Head of Facilities/Safety Officer to ensure stadium health and safety compliance pre-event.
4. Complete 72 hours and 48 hours pre-event safety checks (PA Systems, lighting, etc.).
5. Liaise with the Head of Facilities/Safety Officer during events to ensure smooth running of the event.

General Club Accountabilities:

1. Ensure compliance with all relevant club policies, including safeguarding, health and safety policies.
2. Ensure compliance with the club’s code of conduct.
3. Build and maintain good working relationships both internally and externally, always maintaining a professional image when representing the club.
4. Maintain a flexible approach to work.
5. Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion at the club, in line with our EDI Strategy.

Knowledge and Experience:

1. A sound knowledge of basic building, plumbing & maintenance skills.
2. The ability to use a range of manual and power tools in a safe and operational manner.
3. Experience working as part of a team alongside other trades/professionals to complete tasks/projects.
4. City & Guilds / NVQ Level 2 qualification in a relevant field or equivalent experience (not essential).

Desired Requirements:

1. Experience working in a public event environment.
2. Able to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
3. Ability to manage your time effectively and productively.
4. Remain calm under pressure.
5. Desire for continuous personal improvement.
6. Excellent communication skills.
7. Able to work unsupervised and unassisted.
8. Good attention to detail.
9. Complete maintenance projects to a very high standard.
10. Work well under pressure.

To Apply:

To comply with safer recruitment procedures for the Club, we are unable to accept CVs. Please ensure that you complete our standard application form (which is available via a link on our website). If you require assistance in any part of the application process, please contact us via the application form link: www.millwallfc.co.uk/club/currentvacancies/new-page-16. All applications need to be sent to [insert contact information]. Due to the quantity of applicants expected, only those shortlisted will be notified.

Closing date for applications: Friday 3rd January 2025

A full copy of MFC’s Safeguarding Handbook is available by speaking with (or contacting) the MFC person responsible for safeguarding.