Sussex FA are seeking to recruit a Facility Manager to take the lead in ensuring operational excellence at the GoCardless Stadium, Culver Road, Lancing.

The Facility Manager will ensure the stadium is maintained as a vibrant, safe, and welcoming hub for football and wider community engagement, serving users from across Sussex. In addition, the role will play a key part in supporting the delivery of the Grassroots Football Strategy, helping to strengthen the future of the game at every level.

The role is responsible for creating a first-class football environment for all users and building strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including Lancing FC, grassroots clubs, leagues, schools and local residents. The Facility Manager will lead facility improvement projects, including upgrades, refurbishments, and long-term capital planning.

To join the team and be successful, the individual must be able to demonstrate an understanding of the role on offer and how their expertise and experience will enable them to meet the essential and desirable criteria within the role. See the attached recruitment pack for further details.

The successful applicant will report to the Chief Executive Officer.

Sussex FA are committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk, and anyone working within the organisation will be required to follow our safeguarding policies.

Due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) enhanced check through The FA DBS process. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.

What can Sussex FA offer? 
• An exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking, progressive business
• A chance to work with key stakeholders within the grassroots and professional game
• A commitment to empowered and supportive personal development
• A Workplace Pension Scheme
• A Personal Accident policy
• Additional leave after 5, 10 years' service
• Flexible working hours
• Long Service Awards for 10, 15, 20 years' service
• Health Scheme
• Multi-Faith Prayer Room available
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to FA Cup Final & England tickets at Wembley
• Additional time off over Christmas, wellbeing leave and birthday holiday.
• Personal Development Budgets
• Free Nike Staff Uniform every year

The role involves working 35 hours per week, including evening and weekend work as required.

The salary range for the position is £30,000 to £34,000. The position offers 20 days leave per annum (plus public holidays, birthday and additional Christmas leave) and is subject to a 3-month probationary period.

Either email your completed application to Jodi.Hall@SussexFA.com or post it to the following address:

Strictly Private & Confidential
Jodi Hall
Facility Manager Vacancy
Sussex County FA
Culver Road
Lancing
West Sussex
BN15 9AX

Closing date for applications is 5pm on Tuesday 17th March 2026, with interviews week commencing Tuesday 24th March 2026. 

Disability Confident  
Sussex FA prides itself on being an employer committed to supporting candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. They have a dedicated team to support any employee with a disability. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please do not hesitate to get in touch via the details below. 

Equality Statement  
Sussex FA believes that football belongs to, and should be enjoyed by, anyone who wants to participate in it. They are committed to promoting equality within the business in every aspect of its work and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, cultures, beliefs, and experiences to apply for this role, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership.

If any questions arise about the role or clarity is required on the recruitment pack, please contact:

Football Services
T: 01903 753547
E: Info@SussexFA.com