Operations and Health & Safety Executive
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Job title: Operations and Health & Safety Executive
Based at: Cheltenham Racecourse
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week
About the role
We have a fantastic opportunity for an Operations and Health & Safety Executive to join our Cheltenham Racecourse team playing a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the operations department, with robust processes in place and consistently followed., and to ensure all health and safety procedures are implemented to maintain a safe environment for team members, contractors, and visitors
About The Jockey Club
The Jockey Club stages thrilling sporting occasions and live events nationwide including The Grand National, The Cheltenham Festival & The Derby. Owning & operating 15 courses, millions of people every year enjoy the special experiences we offer through racing, music, food and entertainment on racedays and beyond.
As the largest commercial group in British racing, we are guided by our mission to act for the long term good of the sport. Every penny we make goes back into racing to promote excellence within Britain’s second biggest spectator sport. Our people are what makes this possible
At The Jockey Club people are at the heart of what we do and drive our success. We are inclusive and actively seek to attract people with unique backgrounds and perspectives. Diverse, collaborative teams are pivotal to our success and support the potential and growth of all our people.
The Operations and Health & Safety Executive will
* Coordinate key administrative functions across compliance, health & safety, licensing, and venue security to ensure smooth daily operations.
* Provide proactive administrative support to the Regional Safety & Security Manager and Head of Operations, including diary management and correspondence.
* Support health, safety, and security activities at Cheltenham Racecourse—handling accident reports, reviewing security logs, and maintaining records.
* Assist in race day preparations by ensuring critical areas like the event control room and accreditation office are fully set up and resourced.
* Manage and maintain operational systems, filing, and data accuracy, including the integration of new procedures and platforms.
* Handle financial admin such as raising POs, processing invoices, and liaising with the Finance Centre to resolve payment queries.
* Lead on accreditation management for race days and provide admin support for key contractors including security and medical services.
* Champion health, safety, and security compliance—supporting training matrix updates, KPI delivery, inductions, and race day presence as needed.
About you
* Proven experience working effectively as part of a team
* Ability to perform well under pressure and meet deadlines
* Comfortable working across office, racecourse, and event environments
* Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
* Skilled in administration tasks, including minute taking and creating PowerPoint presentations
* Excellent planning and organisational abilities
* High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy
* Proficient computer literacy and experience with common office software
* Solid background in general administration and office support
What we offer in return
* All colleagues can go along to any of our race day or music events free of charge – along with 3 friends or family with our TeamPass Ticket scheme.
* An award-winning pension scheme provider with a generous employer contribution
* A healthcare cash back plan enabling you to claim money back on health & wellbeing services.
* 25 days annual leave
* Access to a suite of Learning & Development training resources from renowned providers
* A whole host of other benefits including free eyecare vouchers, a ride to work cycle scheme & discounts across varying retailers & services.
If you think you have everything we’re looking for and more, then we’d love to hear from you. Don’t hang around, our closing date for this vacancy is 23rd June but we reserve the right to bring this forward if we have many applications.
This role may be subject to a criminal record check, standard or enhanced DBS check or BHA Suitability Check. By applying you confirm that you are happy for these checks to be carried out.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
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Full-time
Job function
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Other
* Industries
Spectator Sports, Hospitality, and Travel Arrangements
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