Venue Operations Coordinator

Role Summary

Position:
Venue Operations Coordinator

Location:

Khobar, Saudi Arabia (Only candidates currently based in KSA will be considered for this position)

Contract Duration: 1 October 2026 - 25 February 2027

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Venue Operations Coordinator to support the planning and delivery of venue operations for a major international football event in Saudi Arabia.

The role will support the Senior Venue Manager and Venue Operations Manager in coordinating operational activities at the assigned stadium, covering match-day and non-match-day operations, venue readiness, stakeholder coordination, operational milestones, test events and tournament-time delivery.

The ideal candidate will be a hands-on and highly organised venue operations professional who can coordinate across multiple teams, track operational readiness and support the successful delivery of a major international football event.

• Support the Senior Venue Manager and Venue Operations Manager in the planning and delivery of venue operations.
• Coordinate with internal functional areas and external stakeholders, including stadium authorities, contractors and service providers.
• Support the implementation of event, venue and operational guidelines, policies and standards.
• Monitor and follow up on the readiness of stadium infrastructure, facilities, services and operational areas.
• Support venue operational planning, including venue access, use of spaces, facilities, signage, services and operational interfaces.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of venue operations plans, procedures, trackers, schedules and other operational documentation.
• Support the integration of requirements from different functional areas into a coordinated and practical venue operations plan.
• Facilitate effective communication and coordination between venue stakeholders and internal teams.
• Support the organisation and coordination of venue meetings, workshops and operational briefings, including agendas, actions and follow-ups.
• Track key operational milestones, actions, risks and readiness activities, escalating issues where required.
• Support venueisation, venue team familiarisation, handover/handback and other critical operational milestones.
• Assist with the planning and delivery of test events, readiness exercises, simulations and operational rehearsals.
• Support day-to-day venue operations during the tournament, including match-day and non-match-day activities.
• Assist with the coordination and resolution of operational issues during event delivery.
• Maintain accurate and timely reporting to the central Venue Management team.
• Support wider venue operations activities as required to ensure the stadium is event-ready and operationally prepared.

• Familiarity with stadium safety, crowd management and event operational principles is desirable.
• Strong organisational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, hands-on approach.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Experience with Microsoft Project and/or Visio would be an advantage.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, site-based environment and adapting to changing event requirements.

• Bachelor's degree in Sports/Event Management, Business Administration, Hospitality, Operations Management or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in venue operations, stadium operations, sports events, large-scale events, hospitality or a similar operational environment

This is a hands-on, site-based role suited to professionals with experience in stadium operations, sports events, venue management, large-scale events, hospitality or other operational environments.

Candidates with experience in stadiums, sports venues, major events, exhibitions, hospitality, entertainment or other large-scale operational environments are encouraged to apply.

Experience working with multiple stakeholders, suppliers, contractors or venue partners.

Strong understanding of venue operations, event readiness and operational planning
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Willingness to work evenings, weekends, public holidays and extended hours in line with the event schedule.

English language proficiency at C1 level or above.

Al Khobar , Saudi Arabia