Where every detail of matchday comes together
CREATING MEMORABLE EXPERIENCES
The Stadium & Facilities team plays a crucial role in ensuring that the Club’s venues operate safely, efficiently and to the highest professional standards across both matchdays and everyday activities. Responsible for the maintenance, cleanliness and operational readiness of Edgeley Park, as well as key sites including the Carrington training facilities and the Sports Village, the team helps create a safe and welcoming environment for players, staff, supporters and visitors.
Working closely with contractors, stakeholders and regulatory bodies such as the Sports Grounds Safety Authority, Health and Safety Executive and the local council, the team ensures full compliance with all safety legislation, stadium certification requirements and English Football League and The Football Association minimum standards. They lead on health and safety across the Club, carrying out inspections, risk assessments, audits and training to promote best practice and continuous improvement in working environments.
Meet the Team
Keeping matchday ready, every day
Liam Cash
Head Groundsman
Richard Hinks
Operations Manager
Suzanne Health
Stadium & Operations Coordinator
Matthew Newton
Facilities Maintenance Operative
Declan Day
Facilities Assistant
Ivan Powell
Cleaner
BUILDING AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE ON AND OFF THE PITCH
Working in Stadium & Facilities at Stockport County means making sure everything behind the scenes is safe, ready, and running smoothly—so players, staff, and supporters can all enjoy the best possible experience.
A typical day might include:
- Carrying out maintenance and site checks across the stadium
- Preparing facilities for training, matchdays, and events
- Supporting set-up and breakdown of stadium operations
- Ensuring health, safety, and compliance standards are met
- Responding to day-to-day repair and maintenance needs
- Working closely with all departments to support smooth operations
It’s a hands-on, varied role where problem-solving and reliability are key. You’re often working early, late, or around key events to keep everything functioning as it should.
Essential, practical, and always in demand—you’re helping to keep the Club running, day in and day out.
Roles in stadium operations and maintenance
Keeping the stadium and facilities safe, functional, and ready for every matchday and event.
GROUNDSKEEPERS
Play a crucial role in maintaining Edgeley Park’s pitch to the highest standards. This is your chance to be part of the club’s success by ensuring a world-class playing surface for the team and an exceptional matchday experience.
- Maintain the Playing Surface – Prepare and preserve the pitch to professional standards, ensuring it is in peak condition for training and matches.
- Carry Out Pitch Inspections – Monitor turf health, drainage, and weather conditions to assess playing suitability.
- Operate & Maintain Grounds Equipment – Use mowers, line markers, and irrigation systems to keep the pitch and training facilities in top shape.
- Support Matchday & Training Setups – Prepare the pitch, goals, and technical areas for first-team, academy, and event use.
- Ensure Year-Round Stadium & Training Ground Maintenance – Assist in keeping all outdoor club facilities well-kept and fit for purpose.
EVENT OPERATIONS COORDINATORS
This is your chance to be at the heart of the action, ensuring everything runs smoothly for players, staff, and supporters.
- Oversee Matchday & Event Logistics – Plan and coordinate all operational aspects of fixtures, hospitality, and club events.
- Liaise with Key Stakeholders – Work closely with security, catering, stewarding, and facilities teams to ensure smooth event delivery.
- Ensure Compliance & Safety Standards – Uphold health and safety regulations and crowd management protocols.
- Manage Venue Setup & Breakdowns – Oversee stadium preparations before and after matches and events.
- Enhance Fan & Guest Experience – Help create a welcoming and well-organised environment for supporters and visitors.
HOSPITALITY AND CATERING ASSISTANTS
Join our Stadium & Facilities team as a Hospitality & Catering Assistant and be part of delivering an unforgettable matchday and event experience. This is your chance to work in a fast-paced, exciting environment, serving fans, guests, and VIPs at Edgeley Park.
- Provide Excellent Customer Service – Serve food and drinks to fans, corporate guests, and hospitality clients in a friendly and professional manner.
- Support Matchday & Event Catering – Assist with the preparation, presentation, and service of food and beverages in concourses, lounges, and hospitality suites.
- Ensure High Standards of Cleanliness & Hygiene – Maintain a clean and organised working environment, following food safety regulations.
- Handle Payments & Orders Efficiently – Operate tills, take orders, and ensure smooth service in busy matchday conditions.
- Work as Part of a Team – Collaborate with kitchen staff, supervisors, and fellow team members to ensure seamless operations
VENUE SUPERVISOR
- Oversee Stadium Operations – Ensure all facilities are prepared, maintained, and operating efficiently for matchdays and events.
- Manage Matchday & Event Staff – Supervise stewards, hospitality teams, and operational staff to ensure smooth service and crowd management.
- Ensure Health & Safety Compliance – Uphold safety protocols, conduct pre-event checks, and coordinate emergency procedures.
- Liaise with Key Stakeholders – Work closely with security, catering, and club management to ensure seamless event execution.
- Enhance Fan & Guest Experience – Help create a welcoming and professional environment for supporters, corporate guests, and visitors.
If you asked where I would be working 5 years ago, it wouldn’t be for a football club. Never a boring moment! I love working here and I work with people who teach me new things every day, it really is a great stack of staff, doing what we all love!
LATEST VACANCIES
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