Field Operations Coordinator

About the Role:

The Field Operations Coordinator (FOC) is responsible for the on-the-ground execution of Sportable tracked Women’s Super League matchdays. Successful candidates will lead matchday operational delivery from preparation through to post-match processes, ensuring systems are installed, operated and maintained to the highest possible standard. The role also includes supervising casual operational staff and acting as a key on-site representative for Sportable.

This role requires regular weekend work (offset with days off during the week) and potential national travel to various WSL stadiums. Availability during WSL match weekends is an essential requirement of the role. Frequent travel, overnight stays, and working bank holidays may be required depending on fixture scheduling and operational demands. Candidates would preferably live in reasonable proximity to one, or numerous WSL stadiums.

This role operates on a fixed-term contractstructure aligned to the Women’s Super League season.

Contract Start Date: 3rd August 2026

Contract End Date: 28th May 2027

Responsibilities: 

Matchday Preparation

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  Lead individual matchday readiness including:
  • Equipment preparation, testing, maintenance and inventory management
  • Matchday logistics and operational planning including risk management
  • External communication with clubs and stadiums
  • Internal communication and coordination with casual operational staff
• Identify operational risks ahead of matchday and escalate where appropriate

Matchday Execution

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  Lead on-site set up, delivery and removal of Sportable tracking technology
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  Execute live operational processes in accordance with Sportable standard operating procedures
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  Supervise and coordinate casual staff during delivery
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  Identify, troubleshoot and escalate operational or technical issues appropriately
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  Represent Sportable professionally at all times whilst on-site
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  Support the creation of a positive, professional and high-performing operational environment on-site

Post-Match Responsibilities

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  Ensure all post-match processes and documentation are completed thoroughly and accurately
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  Provide structured operational reporting to relevant internal stakeholders within required timelines
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  Support smooth handover into post-match data workflows where required

Essential Skills & Experience:

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  Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced live environments
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  Strong organisational and communication skills
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  High attention to detail and process adherence
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  Confidence working independently and making operational decisions
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  Willingness to travel nationally and work weekends regularly
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  Ability to work outside of traditional office hours when delivering
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  Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Desirable Skills & Experience:

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  Education to undergraduate level
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  Experience within elite sport, live events, or sports technology environments
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  Understanding of football operations and/or live matchday environments
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  Experience coordinating people or operational activity
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  Technical confidence with hardware, systems or other technologies
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  Experience in stakeholder-facing roles

Diversity Statement

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  Sportable is a committed equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from disabled candidates and those from minority ethnic backgrounds.