Senior Race Operations Lead

Kart Directory; Esher; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training on Daytona systems

Career progression in motorsport

Exposure to live race events

Job summary

Daytona Sandown Park in Esher, Surrey, is recruiting an Assistant Race Director to support race operations, venue management, and track team leadership. This role covers Race Control, Duty Management, and people development to deliver safe, professional, and memorable events.

You’ll work evenings and weekends as required, collaborating with Front of House, Engineering, and Venue Management teams to raise standards and customer experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in supervisory or operational roles within motorsport, leisure, events, or outdoor environments.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to lead teams, manage people, and coordinate shifts.

Responsibilities

• Support the management and operation of race events from Race Control
• Monitor race sessions and ensure events are delivered safely and professionally
• Demonstrate fair, consistent, and effective race management
• Conduct customer safety briefings prior to race events
• Support the delivery of an entertaining and memorable customer experience
• Ensure adherence to Daytona operational procedures and safety standards
• Act as Duty Manager when required
• Support the effective day-to-day operation of the venue
• Manage track operations and customer flow during busy periods
• Respond effectively to incidents, customer concerns, and operational challenges
• Liaise with department heads to ensure events are delivered to the highest standard
• Support the supervision and development of the Track Team
• Assist with the induction and training of new team members
• Support ongoing staff development in line with company policies and statutory requirements
• Lead by example, promoting professionalism, teamwork, and high standards
• Assist with shift coordination and operational planning
• Become fully conversant with Daytona's booking and timing systems
• Maintain accurate operational records and reporting
• Ensure compliance with the Track Training Manual, National Karting Association (NKA) guidelines, and company policies
• Support the implementation of health and safety procedures across the venue

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication

Public speaking

Decision making

Job description

Daytona Sandown Park in Esher, Surrey, is recruiting an Assistant Race Director to support race operations, venue management, and track team leadership. This role covers Race Control, Duty Management, and people development to deliver safe, professional, and memorable events.

You’ll work evenings and weekends as required, collaborating with Front of House, Engineering, and Venue Management teams to raise standards and customer experience.