Badminton Shuttle Control Manager

British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS); Sheffield; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A sports organization is looking for volunteers to assist at the Badminton Championships in Sheffield from February 13 to 15, 2026. This volunteer role involves managing shuttlecocks according to player needs and hall conditions. Applicants should send a cover letter and CV to the event coordinator, highlighting any relevant experience. The closing date for applications is January 30, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Understand shuttlecock requirements based on speed and wear.
• Supply shuttles without disrupting adjacent courts.
• Maintain awareness of player needs during matches.

Job description

British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS)

Details

Closing date: 30 January 2026
Location: English Institute of Sport, Sheffield S9 5DA
Region: Yorkshire
Employment type: Volunteer
Salary: Voluntary Role

Description

The role in this event is designed for a current/past experienced player who appreciates the subtlety of speed/state of wear and tear/value (cost) of shuttlecocks, and issue of appropriate speed shuttles according to hall conditions. The person appointed will be located in the main hall (12 courts across 3 sections) and also responsible for an ‘arms length’ supply of shuttles to a second 4-court hall (the blue hall). The role holder will be required to operate in continuous awareness of player needs/supply of shuttles without disruption to play on adjacent courts.

Further information on what the role requries can be found in the role description.

The Badminton Championships takes place from Friday 13 February to Sunday 15 February, and volunteers will be needed all three days.

To apply please send a cover letter and your CV to Tanyel Mustafa , BUCS Event Coordinator, indicating any experience you have at competitions for this sport and why you would like to volunteer at BUCS Nationals. Applications close 5pm Friday 30 January 2026.