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Motorsport Operations Manager
South Australian Motor Sport Board
Job reference: 851297
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About the Agency - South Australian Motor Sport Board
The South Australian Motor Sport Board is the organiser and promoter for world class motorsport events. A high-performing, commercially driven events team dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences for fans and participants, while creating vibrancy and strong economic benefits for Adelaide and South Australia, working on world leading events including the Supercars bp Adelaide Grand Final and MotoGP Grand Prix of Australia from 2027.

Role Highlights
  • Work on world leading events
  • Be part of a collaborative team environment
  • Manage and execute motor sport activations
Role Details
The Motorsport Operations Manager is responsible for leading 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.
 
Key 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.
Special Conditions
  • The Incumbent will be required to participate in the Agency's Performance Management Program.
  • The Incumbent may be assigned to another position at this remuneration level or equivalent.
  • Some work outside of normal hours will be required.
  • This role requires a National Criminal History check.
Classification
ASO6 - Administrative Services Officer

Salary Range
$105,747 - $111,854 p.a.

Duration
Up to 24 months

Enquiries to
Anna Varley - Senior Business Operations Officer
Phone: (08) 8429 2500
Email: samsb.recruitment@sa.gov.au

Applications close: 20/07/2026 11:00 PM

Attachments:
- Role Description - Motorsport Operations Manager.pdf


Flexibility Statement
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.