Our Story

Manchester City is an English Premier League club with roots dating back to 1880 as St Mark’s West Gorton, later becoming Manchester City FC in 1894. With every title, we create emotions, moments, and memories that resonate with millions of supporters worldwide. Our fans are known for their commitment and unity as they stand by the club that fights to the end.

Your Impact

As Grounds Supervisor at Manchester City Academy, you’ll play a crucial role in ensuring our training pitches and grounds meet the highest standards. You will lead a skilled team, working closely with the Grounds Manager to deliver the daily maintenance and operational management of our facilities. From planning the day-to-day tasks to tackling challenges head-on, your expertise will directly impact the success of the Academy.

What You’ll Do:

• Oversee daily and weekly operations, ensuring tasks are allocated efficiently and completed to the highest standards
• Lead a team to maintain the pitch and surrounding facilities, ensuring the highest quality grounds at all times
• Work alongside the Grounds Manager to meet all grounds requirements and support wider departmental goals
• Identify and address any operational issues, ensuring timely solutions to keep everything running smoothly
• Monitor health and safety regulations, conducting risk assessments to ensure a safe working environment

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage weekly planners, taking into account matchday activities and staff availability
• Allocate daily tasks and supervise the team to ensure all tasks are completed on time and to specification
• Assist with fertiliser and spray programmes in collaboration with senior management
• Report any operational issues (e.g., irrigation repairs, breakdowns) and implement timely solutions
• Ensure matchday operations run smoothly (if required)
• Foster team growth by recognising and nurturing talent within your team
• Maintain accountability and responsibility for your allocated area of the Academy grounds

What We’re Looking For:

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience in grounds maintenance, with experience working with playing surfaces
• Strong understanding of grounds maintenance systems, including Desso, SIS, Hero, Fibresand, and automatic irrigation systems
• Pesticides Application PA1, PA2, and PA6 beneficial
• Proven experience in leading teams and motivating staff to achieve high-performance outcomes
• Excellent planning, problem-solving, and communication skills to manage a fast-moving environment and meet fixed deadlines
• Strong understanding of grounds maintenance systems, and comfortable using PC-based tools for reporting and managing data

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Great Benefits: 26 days annual leave plus an additional day off for your birthday, private healthcare, and a Simply Health cash plan
• Bonuses: Annual discretionary bonus to reward your hard work
• Exclusive Discounts: A range of lifestyle and partnership discounts
• Professional Growth: We invest in your development – learn, grow, and expand your expertise within a dynamic team

Be Part of Something Special

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a globally recognised team and contribute to the success of one of the world’s top football academies. If you’re passionate about grounds maintenance and ready to lead from the front, we want to hear from you!

Inclusive Workplace

City Football Group is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

If you require any disability-related adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know in your application.

We promote equal opportunities in employment, ensuring all candidates are considered based on their skills and experience. During the screening process, we carefully review all applications, and we will contact you if you are selected for an interview.

Employment is subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK. Due to our safeguarding promise, all UK-based CFG roles require a DBS check upon starting employment, which may be basic, standard, or enhanced depending on the role and responsibilities.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now and join one of the world’s most successful and ambitious football clubs.