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Director of Operations – Sport

  • Full Time
  • London

SERV

Salary - DOE

We’re working with a leading sporting organisation based in London who are looking to recruit a Director of Operations for the business.

The role will lead the strategic and operational delivery of all stadium facilities and large-scale event operations.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the planning, execution, and continuous improvement of all operational functions
  • Implement and lead on a operations strategy across the business
  • Key areas of focus across event day delivery, health and safety, IT, and facilities
  • Management of all Capex projects and project management
  • Lead on the relationship with a wide-range of contractor agencies across facilities, grounds team and security and spectator teams
  • Oversee the creation and execution of all event day operational and safety plans, ensuring full compliance.
  • Lead all facilities management functions across the venue
  • Oversee the development, implementation, and monitoring of all Health & Safety policies, systems of work, and contractor control processes across the Club
  • Oversee and manage a team of around 10 individuals, ensuring you implement a fantastic team culture.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience working across large scale events across tournaments or stadiums.
  • Previous experience in a senior event operations background 7+ years minimum
  • Proven team management experience
  • Ability to lead a team of 10 individuals
  • Deep understanding of the SGSA Guide to Safety at Sports Grounds, HSE standards, and UK licensing and compliance frameworks
  • Strong commercial, financial, and strategic acumen.
  • NVQ Level 4 in Spectator Safety Management

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