Maintenance Technician

Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club; Lancing; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading football club in the UK is seeking a Maintenance Technician (Plumber) to ensure the smooth operation of its facilities, including the stadium and training grounds. The successful candidate will perform a variety of plumbing tasks, conduct routine maintenance, and manage emergency repairs. Applicants must have proven plumbing experience and knowledge of relevant regulations. This position offers a permanent contract and various employee benefits, including complimentary meals and access to training opportunities.

Benefits

Complimentary breakfast and lunch

23 days holiday

Access to a gym and padel court

Priority access to match tickets

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar setting or high-profile organization is required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong focus on delivering quality work.

Responsibilities

• Perform plumbing installations, modifications, and repairs.
• Conduct routine maintenance and general repair work.
• Address emergency repairs in a timely manner.

Skills

Proven experience as a plumber

Knowledge of plumbing systems and regulations

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Role : Maintenance Technician (Plumber)

Hours: 35 hours per week to be worked in accordance with the maintenance rota. This will include evenings and weekends.

Location: American Express Stadium, Brighton and American Express Elite Football Performance Centre, Lancing, BN15 9FP

Contract Type: Permanent

Deadline Day: 19th December 2025

About Brighton & Hove Albion FC

We compete at the highest levels of football on a global stage while embracing our Sussex community spirit. At the heart of everything we do is our commitment to high performance, professional excellence, and making a positive impact.

Join our in-house maintenance team

As a plumber you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation and maintenance of the club’s facilities, including the stadium, training grounds and other associated areas. Your duties will include performing a range of plumbing tasks such as installations, modifications, and repairs, as well as conducting routine maintenance and general repair work. Additionally, you will address emergency repairs in a timely manner, prioritising urgent issues to minimise disruption to club activities.

Your plumbing background

You will need to have proven experience as a plumber in a similar setting or high‑profile organisation. You will take pride in delivering high‑quality work, both independently and as part of a team. The successful candidate will have excellent knowledge of plumbing systems, fixtures, fittings and regulations, along with strong problem‑solving skills to diagnose and repair issues efficiently.

Our values are essential to our success

• Treat People Well
• Exceed Expectations
• Aim High. Never Give Up
• Act with Integrity
• Make it Special

How we say thank you

• Complimentary breakfast and lunch at both sites
• 23 days holiday rising with length of service (pro rata for part time staff)
• Rewards platform, which includes access to 900+ retailers, a wellbeing centre and more!
• Enhanced family policies
• Access to a gym and padel court at our training ground
• Priority access to match tickets and access to free WSL tickets for 2025 / 26 season
• In‑house training programme and CPD opportunities
• Exclusive discounts and benefits from our partners and local businesses

Our commitment to EDI

We take pride in being an equal opportunity workplace that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Our core values foster a strong ethical culture, enabling us to meet the needs of our diverse audience, both on and off the pitch. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage or civil partnership. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please contact the team.

Safeguarding is part of everything we do

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

This position is UK‑based and requires proof of the right to live and work in the UK. All job offers are conditional upon background checks, including a full 3‑year reference history, DBS checks, and verification of your eligibility to work. Please note, we do not sponsor applicants without the right to work in the UK.