Pitch Runner

Hull City FC; Willerby; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Hull City AFC is seeking alert, reliable matchday staff to join our safety operations as Pitch Runners around the MKM Stadium pitch perimeter. You will help protect players, officials and staff while contributing to a safe, welcoming matchday experience for all spectators.

Applicants should be available for evenings, weekends and bank holidays, ready to work outdoors in varied weather. Successful stewards will follow our safety procedures and report issues promptly, acting with professionalism

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Spectator Safety.
• First Aid qualification.
• Experience in stewarding or security.
• Experience at football or sporting events.
• DBS disclosure as part of the role.

Responsibilities

• Maintain visible safety around the pitch perimeter.
• Monitor spectator behaviour and report safety concerns.
• Prevent unauthorised access to the field of play.
• Protect players, officials and staff in coordination with safety team.
• Follow stewarding procedures and radio protocols.
• Assist spectators with directions and enquiries.
• Provide witness accounts when required.

Skills

Observation

Communication

Calm under pressure

Physical fitness

Punctuality

Team player

Customer service

Education

NVQ Level 2 Spectator Safety

First Aid qualification

Job description

The opportunity

Superstadium Management Company are looking for alert, reliable and professional people to join our matchday stewarding team as Pitch Runners. Positioned around the pitch perimeter, you will help protect players, match officials, team staff and other authorised personnel while contributing to a safe and welcoming experience for everyone at the stadium.

This is a casual role offering work on matchdays and at other stadium events. Hours will vary according to the fixture and events schedule. You will receive role-specific instructions and must act within your training, authority and company policy at all times.

• Work as part of the wider Safety Management Team.
• Comply with the stadium Safety Policy, Emergency Procedures and relevant health and safety requirements.
• Represent Hull City AFC and the MKM Stadium in a positive and professional manner.

Salary: National Minimum Wage (NMW)
Contract: Casual / matchday event work
Location: MKM Stadium, Hull
Department: Matchday Safety & Security Operations
Reporting to: Safety Officer, Deputy Safety Officer and Stewards Admin Manager

What you’ll do

• Maintain a visible safety and security presence around the pitch perimeter.
• Monitor spectator behaviour and report safety concerns, disorder or anti-social behaviour.
• Help prevent unauthorised access to the field of play and respond promptly to attempted or actual pitch incursions.
• Support the safe movement and protection of players, officials, team staff and authorised personnel.
• Follow stewarding procedures, radio protocols, emergency arrangements and management instructions.
• Assist spectators with directions and general enquiries, providing a courteous and approachable service.
• Provide accurate information or witness accounts following incidents when required.

What we’re looking for

• Excellent observation and communication skills.
• The ability to remain calm, professional and responsive under pressure.
• Good physical fitness and mobility, including the ability to stand for extended periods and move quickly when required.
• A reliable, punctual and team-focused approach.
• A strong commitment to safety, security and customer service.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
• Willingness to work outdoors in a range of weather conditions.

Useful experience and qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Spectator Safety.
• Previous stewarding, security, event safety or customer service experience.
• A First Aid qualification.
• Experience at football or other sporting events.
• An understanding of crowd dynamics and stadium operations.
• The safeguarding and welfare of our players is paramount and as such this position is subject to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)

In accordance with current legislative requirements the successful applicant must produce documentary verification of their eligibility to work in the UK and will not be allowed to start work until this has been received.