At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead race operations and ensure every event is delivered safely and professionally.
- Company: Join Daytona, the UK's leading karting operator at the Midlands' largest outdoor racing track.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hands-on leadership role, and opportunities for career progression.
- Other info: Dynamic role with flexible hours and a focus on safety and customer experience.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a fast-paced motorsport environment while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in management, strong communication skills, and a passion for motorsport.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Location: Daytona Tamworth, Staffordshire
Department: Track Team
Reporting to: General Manager
Are you an experienced manager, supervisor, or team leader who thrives in fast-paced, live environments? As Race Director at Daytona Tamworth, you'll lead race operations, oversee teams on shift, and ensure every event is delivered safely, professionally, and to the highest standard at the Midlands' largest outdoor racing track.
Why Join Us?
- Take a senior, hands‑on leadership role at a busy outdoor motorsport venue
- Be responsible for live race operations and customer experience
- Lead, train, and develop teams in a fast‑paced environment
- Work closely with senior management and influence venue performance
- Varied role combining operations, people management, safety, and events
- Opportunity to develop further within an established karting business
About Daytona & Tamworth
Daytona is one of the UK's leading karting operators, delivering professionally run race events with a strong focus on safety, consistency, and customer experience. Daytona Tamworth is the Midlands' largest outdoor racing track, hosting arrive‑and‑drive sessions, corporate events, leagues, and endurance racing. The venue operates at a high operational tempo and requires strong leadership, coordination, and attention to detail.
The Role
As Race Director, you will be responsible for the safe and effective operation of the venue when on shift. You will lead teams across departments, oversee race control and track operations, manage staffing and rotas, and ensure customer expectations are met at all times. This role combines operational control, people leadership, safety oversight, and event delivery, and requires a confident decision‑maker who remains calm under pressure.
Key Responsibilities
Venue & Race Operations
- Take full responsibility for venue operations, acting as Duty Manager
- Oversee race control, track monitoring, and regulatory compliance
- Ensure safe delivery of all race sessions and events
- Coordinate event timings and operational requirements across departments
People Management & Training
- Manage staff rotas, breaks, and shift deployment to maintain safe staffing levels
- Support recruitment, onboarding, training, and development of venue staff
- Ensure staff presentation, PPE, and professional standards meet Daytona requirements
- Conduct performance reviews and support career progression
Safety, Compliance & Standards
- Ensure compliance with statutory, licensing, and company regulations
- Maintain accurate training, incident, and operational records
- Act as a key point of escalation for incidents, customer issues, and emergencies
- Ensure fire, evacuation, first aid, and incident procedures are followed
Operations & Administration
- Liaise with engineering on kart safety, maintenance, and testing records
- Oversee stock control, purchasing, and budget‑aware ordering
- Ensure correct money handling procedures are followed
- Maintain accurate documentation and reporting to GM, Ops, and HR
What We're Looking For
- Proven experience in a management or team leadership role
- Strong operational awareness and confident decision‑making
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer‑facing skills
- Experience in customer service or live operational environments
- Confidence in public speaking and leading teams
- Strong attention to detail and professional standards
- First Aid at Work qualification (or willingness to maintain certification)
- Flexible availability, working 40 hours per week on a rota including weekends
- Experience in motorsport, marshalling, or outdoor operational environments is highly desirable and advantageous
Race Director in Stafford employer: Daytona Motorsport
At Daytona Sandown Park, we pride ourselves on being a leading employer in the motorsport industry, offering a dynamic and supportive work environment where safety and performance are paramount. As an Assistant Head of Engineering, you'll not only advance your career in a hands-on role but also enjoy opportunities for leadership and professional development within a passionate team dedicated to delivering exceptional karting experiences. Join us at our vibrant outdoor venue in Esher, Surrey, where teamwork and quality service are at the heart of everything we do.
