35 hours per week + Event Days

We are supporting a well-established, high-profile organisation within the sports and live events sector to appoint a Facilities Operative across a multi-site estate in South East London.

This is a very exciting time to join a busy, high-energy, public-facing environment where facilities, compliance, front-of-house standards and live event delivery all come together. The role includes event-based working and offers variety, responsibility and genuine pride in the finished product.

The Opportunity

Working closely with an experienced Facilities team, you will play a vital hands-on role in maintaining and improving a diverse portfolio of buildings, including a major sports venue and training facilities.

This is a practical, multi-skilled role suited to someone who enjoys being visible, trusted and relied upon in a fast-paced environment. You’ll take ownership of day-to-day maintenance, planned works, compliance checks and event readiness, ensuring facilities are always safe, professional and fit for purpose.

Key Responsibilities

This is a broad and varied role and will include:

• Carrying out general maintenance across multiple sites, including a live stadium environment

• Painting and decorating works, including preparation and protection of areas

• Basic plumbing works such as fixing leaks, clearing blockages, shower fittings and guttering

• Preparing facilities for events and matchdays to a high operational standard

• Routine checks and minor repairs (lighting, seating, fixtures, toilets)

• Supporting matchday and event operations alongside Facilities and Safety teams

• Carrying out building compliance duties and completing required records

• Testing and maintaining safety systems including emergency lighting, PA systems, access control and CCTV

• Liaising with contractors and internal stakeholders across sites

• Acting as a key holder, securing buildings and responding to alarms outside normal hours when required

• Event & Matchday Support

• Supporting pre-event safety checks (72-hour and 48-hour inspections)

• Testing safety-critical systems ahead of events

• Working with Facilities and Safety leads during live events to ensure smooth operations

What We’re Looking For

You’ll be a reliable, practical and proactive facilities professional who takes pride in high standards and thrives in a live environment.

• Strong practical knowledge of general building maintenance and plumbing

• Confident using manual and power tools safely

• Experience working in a public-facing or live events environment

• A team player who can also work independently and manage their own workload Flexible approach to working hours, including weekends for events

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and under pressure

• Excellent communication skills

• Strong attention to detail and high-quality workmanship

• (Desirable) City & Guilds / NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent experience)

Why Apply?

• Work in a unique sports and live events environment

• Play a visible and valued role in major events

• Varied, hands-on work across a multi-site estate

• Join a professional and supportive facilities team

• Time off in lieu (TOIL) for event and matchday working

• Subsidised on-site lunches

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Season ticket benefits

• Paid charity/volunteer days

To apply, please contact the Maxwell Stephens team on 0207118 4848, or send your CV to cv@maxwellstephens.com.