Maintenance Technician (Plumber)

Kick It Out; Brighton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent football club in Brighton is seeking a skilled plumber to join their in-house maintenance team. The role involves ensuring the smooth operation and maintenance of club facilities, performing plumbing tasks like installations and repairs, and addressing emergency issues. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a similar setting with excellent knowledge of plumbing systems and strong problem-solving abilities. This position offers a permanent contract with various perks and benefits, including complimentary meals and gym access.

Benefits

Complimentary breakfast and lunch

23 days holiday rising with length of service

Access to rewards platform

Enhanced family policies

Gym and padel court access

Priority access to match tickets

In-house training programme

Exclusive discounts from partners

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar setting or high-profile organisation.
• Ability to deliver high-quality work independently and as part of a team.
• Efficiently diagnose and repair plumbing issues.

Responsibilities

• Perform plumbing tasks such as 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

Strong problem-solving skills

Job description

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

Contract Type: Permanent

Deadline Day: 16th February 2026

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.

Qualifications

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.

Benefits

• 🥗 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 [e-mail].

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.

Position Location and Legal Requirements

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.