Safety Officer

Arena Racing Company; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading racing organization in Wolverhampton seeks a dynamic Level 4 qualified Safety Officer to join their team. You'll lead safety operations during events, ensuring compliance with regulations while coordinating security and medical provisions. The ideal candidate has experience in venue safety and is confident in managing large teams. This role offers numerous perks, including annual venue passes, study assistance, and a considerable holiday allowance.

Benefits

Annual passes to attend any of our 21 venues

Discounted food & ARC days out

Cycle to work scheme

Holiday allowance increasing to 28 days

Company life assurance scheme

Discretionary group annual bonus schemes

Support with study through assistance schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in event or venue safety at a senior level.
• Confident in leading large teams and coordinating with stakeholders under pressure.
• Understanding of regulatory frameworks, including Martyn’s Law and SGSA Green Guide.

Responsibilities

• Lead Event Day Safety Operations, ensuring compliance with safety requirements.
• Coordinate stewarding, security, and medical provisions for events.
• Act as the central point of control on event days.
• Conduct debriefings and prepare detailed reports post-event.
• Collaborate with emergency services and local Safety Advisory Groups.

Skills

Leadership

Event safety management

Communication

Education

Level 4 Qualification in Spectator Safety Management

Job description

We are looking for a dynamic, Level 4 qualified Safety Officer (Spectator Safety Management) to join our team at Wolverhampton Racecourse.

What is ARC?

We embrace diversity

We develop our people

We care for our visitors

We think about our impact

We are proud of our sport

Work Perks of being a Safety Officer…

• Annual passes to attend any of our 21 venues
• Discounted food & ARC days out
• Cycle to work scheme
• Holiday allowance increasing with length of service up to 28 days
• Company life assurance scheme
• Discretionary group annual bonus schemes to reward your hard work
• Support with study through our study assistance schemes

And so much more…

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Event Day Safety Operations : Take overall responsibility for safety during licensed events, ensuring compliance with the Green Guide, safety certificates, and licensing requirements.
• Plan & Prepare : Coordinate stewarding, security, and medical provisions in advance of each event ensuring our venues are event-ready and fully compliant.
• Live Safety Command : Be the central point of control on event days from opening the gates to leading emergency responses and overseeing crowd safety.
• Post-Event Accountability : Conduct debriefings, investigate incidents, and prepare detailed reports including pre-insurance documentation.
• Liaise & Collaborate : Work closely with senior management, emergency services, and local Safety Advisory Groups (SAG).
• Dual Sport Events : Seamlessly manage transitions when horse and greyhound racing occur on the same day.

About you

• Holds a Level 4 Qualification in Spectator Safety Management
• Has experience in event or venue safety at a senior level
• Is confident leading large teams and coordinating with external stakeholders under pressure
• Understands regulatory frameworks including Martyn’s Law, SGSA Green Guide, COSHH, and industry-specific rules (BHA & GBGB)
• Is an effective communicator, calm under pressure, clear in emergencies, and respectful of all disciplines across the venue

We are on a thrilling journey. So, to join us at our next destination, be part of a winning team and to learn more about our company and this exciting opportunity apply today.

At ARC, we believe that a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace makes us a more relevant, more competitive, and more resilient company. We welcome people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.