Site Manager (Women\'s RWC England 2025 LOC)

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Women’s Rugby World Cup England 2025 (Women’s RWC 2025) will be the 10th edition of the women’s tournament. World Rugby, in partnership with the Rugby Football Union (RFU) and UK Sport, have formed a Local Operating Company to plan and deliver the event. Ambitions for the tournament are at an all-time high as women’s rugby is one of the fastest growing team sports in the world. Women’s RWC 2025 will be the ultimate stage for the best players, teams and coaches from 16 nations across the globe and is set to be the biggest and most widely watched women’s rugby event ever. If you are interested in being a part of a tournament that will celebrate a generational moment for global rugby, apply today!

RWC 2025 will see 16 teams compete, all of whom will be hosted in a number of our 30 Team Bases. Each Team Base will consist of an outdoor training venue, indoor training venue, swimming pool, gym and a hotel. RWC 2025 will be appointing a Team Base Coordinator to each city to support the operations of the Team Bases within that city during the tournament. The position is a tournament time role; the focus of which is to ensure the facilities and services provided to Teams at the respective Team Base are of the highest possible standards, and are in line with the Rugby World Cup 2025 Terms of Participation.

RWC 2025 is seeking a Site Manager to coordinate and manage the build and de-rig for the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 at multiple match venues.

LOCATIONS

• York Community Stadium, York - YO32 9AF
• Salford Community Stadium, Salford - M30 7EY
• Sandy Park, Exeter - EX2 7NN

KEY DATES

The role will include pre-planning days including face-to-face meetings with the LOC Venue Development team in June/July (approx. 3 days) and all days on site during the build and de-rig (approx. 19 days).

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the Venue Development and Venue Management teams in delivery of the temporary overlay for the RWC 2025, ensuring it aligns with the approved site plans, delivery schedules, and build timelines.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure work is performed safely and meets quality standards.
• Issue permits to work, site hand over/hand back certificates in compliance with Match Venue site protocols and contractor agreements.
• Supervise the construction of all overlay and temporary structures (e.g. cabins, marquees, camera platforms, fencing etc.) to ensure adherence of contractor, clients and partners to agreed schedules, design drawings and compliance with RWC 2025 site rules, safe working practices and contractor agreements.
• Safeguard the permanent infrastructure of the match venues from potential damage.
• Report any incidents or damages promptly for further investigation or remedial works.
• Maintain a record of all snagging issues to be addressed by the overlay or tournament contractors.
• Collaborate with on-site security teams and traffic marshals to manage contractor deliveries and vehicle access.
• Take responsibility for ensuring the smooth operation of assigned areas and assist with administrative duties, including issuing accreditation.

EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE

• Strong knowledge and application of CDM (Construction Design and Management) regulations within events and venues.
• Familiarity in working alongside health and safety teams to monitor contractor works in accordance with Risk Assessments and Method Statements.
• Experience in managing outdoor events on-site, preferably within stadium environments.
• Comfortable and skilled in working in public spaces, including event setups and licensed venues.
• Excellent observational abilities to spot potential hazards and anticipate necessary actions, particularly for weather-related events and activities.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills.
• Highly organized with strong planning capabilities.
• Ability to identify challenges and develop problem-solving solutions in high-pressure environments.
• A collaborative team player with effective leadership skills on-site.

All applicants must have a current and valid right to work in the UK, a relevant health and safety or site safety qualification, and a First Aid Qualification. Familiarity with using online site inspection and auditing applications is also required.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• A passion for sport and to contribute to the further growth of the women’s game.
• Role-models World Rugby’s values of Discipline, Respect, Integrity, Passion, and Solidarity.
• A positive, ‘can-do’ attitude; someone who is resilient, flexible, curious, and delivery focused.
• Adept at working under pressure in a fast-paced environment, delivering work to deadlines and honouring commitments.
• A collaborative team player, who builds strong relationships with colleagues and a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills, managing multiple workstreams at once; meticulous attention to detail.
• Can navigate ambiguity and cut through complexity, taking a logical and creative approach to problem-solving.

Please note that RWC25 will carry out the sourcing, interviewing, selection and offer stages of this recruitment process. Should you be successful for the role, please note that onboarding, engaging and payrolling will be handled by a third party. Accordingly, if you are successful for the role, you will need to enter into a contract for services as a PAYE worker (or limited company contractor) with this third party.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Women’s RWC 2025 LOC is committed to building a diverse workforce and therefore strongly encourages applications from underrepresented groups. We are committed to equality and inclusion and welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of their background. We strive to be a diverse and inclusive workplace, which reflects the global sport we want to be and where everyone can be themselves and feel they belong.