At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the sports turf team, ensuring elite performance standards and efficient daily programmes.
- Company: Brighton & Hove Albion FC competes at the highest levels of football while embracing community spirit.
- Benefits: Enjoy complimentary meals, 23 days holiday, gym access, and priority match ticket access.
- Other info: The role is based at our training ground facilities with a commitment to safeguarding.
- Why this job: Join a people-first culture focused on building meaningful relationships in an elite sports environment.
- Qualifications: Must hold PA1, PA6, PA2A pesticide certificates and be working towards Level 3 in sports turf management.
The predicted salary is between 22000 - 26000 £ per year.
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.
You will lead and inspire the sports turf team at our training ground facilities, ensuring daily programmes are delivered efficiently and that all playing surfaces and surrounding areas consistently meet elite performance standards. Working closely with the Head of Sports Turf, you will turn strategic direction and pitch requirements into clear, practical work plans. You will also provide hands‑on guidance, technical support and day‑to‑day instruction to help the team deliver work to a high standard with maximum efficiency.
We are looking for someone who has worked in an elite sports environment in a similar role and holds PA1, PA6, and PA2A pesticide certificates, and have achieved (or are working towards) a Level 3 qualification in sports turf management. Skills can be taught, but a genuine love for people is something you either have or don’t. More than anything else, we are looking for a people‑first champion, someone who thrives on building meaningful relationships and genuinely helping others develop.
Our values are essential to our success:
- Treat People Well
- Exceed Expectations
- Aim High. Never Give Up
- Act with Integrity
- Make it Special
- Be Fan Focused
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 2026/27 season
- In‑house training programme and CPD opportunities
- Exclusive discounts and benefits from our partners and local businesses
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.
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.
Sports Turf Manager in Brighton employer: Brighton & Hove Albion Fc
Brighton & Hove Albion FC offers a vibrant workplace with enhanced family policies and in-house training opportunities. Located in Sussex, the club values diversity and aims to reflect the community it serves. Join a team dedicated to high performance and professional excellence.
