Hybrid Sports Event Operations Manager

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical aid and retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Event Operations Manager to oversee logistics for sports events in and around Rustenburg. The role demands strategic thinking with hands-on execution, coordinating with internal teams, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure seamless delivery of premier sporting experiences.

Responsibilities include planning, budgeting, on-site management, and post-event analysis, while maintaining safety, quality, and timely delivery in a fast-paced Leisure & Sports environment.

Qualifications

• Experience planning and executing large-scale sports events.
• Strong budget and risk-management skills.
• Proven leadership of diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Excellent vendor negotiation and contract management.

Responsibilities

• Plan, budget, and execute all logistical aspects of sports events.
• Coordinate security, medical, catering, and technical support teams.
• Manage vendor relationships and procure services/equipment.
• Develop operational plans, risk assessments, and contingencies.
• Oversee on-site operations, staff, and volunteers.
• Conduct post-event evaluations and implement improvements.

Skills

Logistics planning

Budget management

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Event management software

Tools

Event management software

Job description

Placements24 seeks an Event Operations Manager to oversee logistics for sports events in and around Rustenburg. The role demands strategic thinking with hands-on execution, coordinating with internal teams, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure seamless delivery of premier sporting experiences.

Responsibilities include planning, budgeting, on-site management, and post-event analysis, while maintaining safety, quality, and timely delivery in a fast-paced Leisure & Sports environment.