Stadium Operations Leader: Events, Safety & Logistics
Placements24
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Job summary
Placements24 seeks an experienced Sports Venue Operations Manager to oversee daily operations of a major stadium in Bloemfontein. You will manage maintenance, events, security, and crowd control to deliver world-class experiences for athletes, staff, and spectators, while coordinating with agencies to ensure safety.
You will lead budgets, vendor management, and staff, ensuring compliance with safety standards and efficient operation across all departments.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Facility Management, Sports Management, Business Administration, or related field.
- Minimum 5 years in sports venue operations or large-scale facility management.
- Experience budgeting, staffing, and complex logistics.
- Knowledge of safety regulations, security procedures, and crowd control.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all operational aspects: maintenance, cleaning, security, utilities.
- Coordinate event-day operations with internal departments and external agencies.
- Develop and implement safety and emergency response plans.
- Manage vendor contracts and SLAs for high-quality service.
- Prepare and monitor operational budgets, identify cost-saving opportunities.
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Education
Job description
Placements24 seeks an experienced Sports Venue Operations Manager to oversee daily operations of a major stadium in Bloemfontein. You will manage maintenance, events, security, and crowd control to deliver world-class experiences for athletes, staff, and spectators, while coordinating with agencies to ensure safety.
You will lead budgets, vendor management, and staff, ensuring compliance with safety standards and efficient operation across all departments.
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