Thruxton Circuit Operations Manager

JR United Kingdom; Test Valley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motor racing circuit is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee site management and event preparation. The role requires strong leadership, knowledge of motorsport, and the ability to manage a dedicated team. Candidates should be prepared for long hours and weekend commitments, with responsibilities including facilities management and compliance with safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge and experience of motorsport and race meetings.
• Practical skills in site management and maintenance.
• Leadership credentials to lead and motivate a small team.

Responsibilities

• Manage facilities and circuit infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Prepare for race day operations and maintenance.

Skills

Knowledge of motorsport

Site management

Leadership

Budget management

Planning and organization

Attention to detail

Energy and enthusiasm

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23.05.2025

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07.07.2025

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Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to take the lead in the operations of one of the UK’s leading motor racing circuits. Working alongside the sales, marketing and events staff, the successful candidate will be responsible for delivering a well-managed, well-presented site and preparing it for all activities and events, including race meetings, track days, corporate functions and a variety of other events.

You will be supported by an experienced and dedicated team to maintain and continually enhance the venue and its facilities to ensure that Thruxton builds on its long-established reputation as a premium circuit and experience destination.

Responsibilities include, but are in no way limited to:

• Facilities management across the site
• Circuit infrastructure and maintenance
• Compliance – Health and Safety, Risk Assessments, Local Authority liaison, SAG
• Race day preparation and operations
• Track maintenance and repairs
• Management of existing staff including training and development needs
• Maintenance of equipment, plant and vehicles
• Building and construction activity
• Maintenance schedules and logs
• Workflow planning and reporting
• Sourcing of products & services
• Liaison with other circuits and venues

Skills and attributes

• Strong knowledge and experience of motor sport and race meetings
• Practical skills and understanding of site management and maintenance
• Leadership credentials to lead and motivate a small team
• Budgetary experience
• Planning and organisational ability
• Excellent attention to detail
• Energy, enthusiasm and a desire to exceed expectations

Additional notes

The role will involve long hours and regular weekend commitments during the season, so please do not apply if this is likely to prove difficult. You will require a car which is not provided, but business mileage will be reimbursed at the standard rate. The office is located at Thruxton Circuit which is the regular place of work. Due to the nature of the job, we regret that flexible working is not possible.

Next steps

Please send a covering letter and full CV including salary expectations to Mandy Curley: [emailprotected] to arrive by close of play on Friday 6th June.