Racing Venue Operations Lead | Safety & Events

Southwell Racecourse; Southwell CP; Sur place; GBP 42 000 - 56 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

2 Annual Members passes

Hotel Discounts and Complimentary Golf

Annual leave 22–28 days

Pension & Group life assurance

Healthshield – 24hr GP & EAP

Résumé du poste

ARC is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee race day and non-racing events, ensuring safe, efficient operations and high presentation standards. You will also serve as Safety Officer, coordinating with executives to drive site development and health and safety initiatives.

The role requires proven operations management experience, a background in events, and certifications such as IOSH Managing Safely. You will lead teams, manage budgets, and drive continuous improvement across venues.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in operations management, ideally within a racecourse, venue, or large-scale events environment.
• Minimum 1 year in a similar role; racecourses, sport, leisure or hospitality background is an advantage.
• Project Management qualification is beneficial.

Responsabilités

• Oversee safety management system (LogIT & Expansive FM) and implement emergency procedures.
• Lead as Safety Officer on race days and major events.
• Manage race day staff, safety stewards, and third-party security teams.
• Coordinate with suppliers, contractors, and statutory bodies to maintain compliance and efficiency.
• Ensure venue and facilities are well-maintained, secure, and event-ready at all times.
• Develop and manage pedestrian and vehicle access plans for event days.
• Oversee training programs for workplace safety and operational excellence.
• Monitor utilities, control expenditures, and drive cost-saving initiatives.
• Identify and lead capital projects to enhance efficiency, profitability, and customer experience.

Connaissances

Interpersonal skills

Team leadership

IT skills

Collaboration

Formation

IOSH Managing Safely certification

NVQ Level 4 in Spectator Safety

Project Management qualification

Outils

Relevant software proficiency

Description du poste

ARC is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee race day and non-racing events, ensuring safe, efficient operations and high presentation standards. You will also serve as Safety Officer, coordinating with executives to drive site development and health and safety initiatives.

The role requires proven operations management experience, a background in events, and certifications such as IOSH Managing Safely. You will lead teams, manage budgets, and drive continuous improvement across venues.