Lead Matchday Safety Supervisor (NVQ3)

Kia Oval; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary meal and drink provided

Job summary

The Kia Oval is seeking Steward Supervisors to lead a team of customer safety stewards and SIA personnel on matchdays. You will supervise operations, ensuring safety, staff welfare, and efficient incident response in your assigned areas.

Ideal candidates will hold NVQ Level 3 in spectator safety, demonstrate strong leadership, and commit to 80% of matchday fixtures. Weekend, evening, and bank holiday availability is required.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be aged 18 or over with full right to work in the UK.
• NVQ Level 3 in spectator safety is required.
• Professional with high standards and integrity.
• Proven supervisory skills with the ability to optimise team performance and development.
• Proven analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
• Self-motivated, flexible, and works well under pressure.
• Enthusiastic individual who can work well in a team and follow instructions.
• Reliable and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Be proactive throughout the day by monitoring the stewards/SIA’s and areas which you have control over.
• Respond to minor incidents and communicate to the control room and Area Manager any action you are about to take.
• Give pre-event briefings to your staff on health and safety procedures, evacuation points, and crucial information relevant to the day’s event.
• Report any suspicious activity, incidents, potential hazards in your assigned area to your Area Manager or control room and take any immediate action that may be needed.
• Provide information and assistance to spectators and staff arriving at the venue.
• If required, assist with the evacuation of the venue and direct spectators to the relevant holding areas as directed by your Area Manager or control room and relay this to those working under you accordingly.
• Deal with spectator/crowd disruptions.
• Complete post-matchday reports to provide operational feedback, highlight areas for improvement, and share insights with Area Managers for future planning.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in spectator safety

Job description

The Kia Oval is seeking Steward Supervisors to lead a team of customer safety stewards and SIA personnel on matchdays. You will supervise operations, ensuring safety, staff welfare, and efficient incident response in your assigned areas.

Ideal candidates will hold NVQ Level 3 in spectator safety, demonstrate strong leadership, and commit to 80% of matchday fixtures. Weekend, evening, and bank holiday availability is required.