Senior Sports Facilities & Venue Operations Manager

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Sur place; ZAR 600 000 - 1 000 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Résumé du poste

Placements24 seeks a Sports Facilities and Venue Manager in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, to oversee our client’s state‑of‑the‑art venues. You will ensure facilities are safe, clean, well‑maintained, and ready for athletes, spectators and staff during daily operations and events.

Lead operations, manage maintenance schedules and budgets, coordinate with contractors, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards while delivering exceptional service and community value.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Sports Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in facilities management or a similar role, preferably in a sports context.
• Proven experience in managing budgets and negotiating with suppliers.
• Strong understanding of building maintenance, groundskeeping, and safety protocols.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and problem-solving skills.

Responsabilités

• Oversee the daily operations of all sports facilities ensuring they are clean, safe, and well-maintained.
• Develop and implement maintenance schedules for all equipment, grounds, and structures.
• Manage the scheduling of facilities for sports events, training sessions, and community use.
• Coordinate with external contractors and vendors for repairs, maintenance, and specialized services.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and security regulations.
• Manage facility budgets, controlling operational costs and seeking efficiencies.
• Supervise and train facility staff, including maintenance personnel, event setup crews, and ushers.
• Oversee the setup and breakdown of facilities for sporting events and other activities.
• Liaise with sports organizations, event organizers, and community groups to meet their venue needs.
• Implement and manage systems for asset tracking and inventory control.

Connaissances

Operational leadership

Venue management

Budget management

Maintenance scheduling

Staff supervision

Vendor negotiation

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management

Outils

Facility management software

Description du poste

Placements24 seeks a Sports Facilities and Venue Manager in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, to oversee our client’s state‑of‑the‑art venues. You will ensure facilities are safe, clean, well‑maintained, and ready for athletes, spectators and staff during daily operations and events.

Lead operations, manage maintenance schedules and budgets, coordinate with contractors, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards while delivering exceptional service and community value.