Motorsport Operations Manager

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to world-class events that showcase South Australia on the global stage, working within a supportive and outcome-focused team environment.

About the Role: The South Australian Motor Sport Board (SAMSB) is seeking a Motorsport Operations Manager to lead the planning, coordination and operational delivery of motorsport activities across South Australian Motor Sport Board events and activations. The role manages complex motorsport operational workstreams including paddock operations, race category coordination, on-track and off-track activities, operational compliance, motorsport infrastructure and stakeholder management to ensure the safe, compliant and successful delivery of major motorsport events. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, the role works closely with internal teams, sanctioning bodies, teams, officials, suppliers and external stakeholders to coordinate operational readiness, manage event delivery requirements and support seamless race event execution.

Responsibilities Lead the planning and operational delivery of motorsport activities, support categories, paddock operations and on-track and off-track activations across SAMSB events. Manage race category and motorsport operational requirements including agreements, licensing, compliance documentation, schedules, entry processes, fee collection and delivery of in-event operational requirements. Coordinate motorsport operational logistics including bump-in and bump-out activities, paddock layouts, grid operations, vehicle movements, podium presentations, scrutineering and competitor servicing requirements. Manage relationships with motorsport governing bodies, sanctioning authorities, teams, suppliers, officials, contractors and stakeholders to ensure operational readiness and successful event delivery. Monitor and enforce compliance with relevant motorsport regulations, safety requirements, operational procedures and event protocols, including incident coordination and escalation where required. Manage motorsport operational suppliers and contractors including quotations, procurement processes, contract administration, invoicing and monitoring expenditure against allocated operational budgets. Coordinate the maintenance, readiness and operational requirements of motorsport infrastructure, facilities and technical equipment including pits, marshalling systems, operational assets and associated event infrastructure. Lead operational support during event delivery including issue resolution, stakeholder coordination, operational decision-making and management of competing priorities within a high-pressure event environment.

Remuneration is in accordance with the ASO6 classification ($102,171 - $108,071) + superannuation.

Enquiries Apply now or reach out to Anna for a confidential discussion.

Anna Varley - Senior Business Operations Officer(08) 8429 2500 / samsb.recruitment@sa.gov.au

Diversity and inclusion priorities The Department of the Premier and Cabinet and SAMSB is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace that is reflective of the community we serve.

We welcome and value applications from candidates who are of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds, candidates with disability and those from the LGBTIQA+ community.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to ensure a safe and healthy working environment. If you require any additional support, please provide us with details through the application process.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.