Superstadium Management Company are looking for alert, reliable and professional people to join our matchday stewarding team as Pitch Runners. Positioned around the pitch perimeter, you will help protect players, match officials, team staff and other authorised personnel while contributing to a safe and welcoming experience for everyone at the stadium.
This is a casual role offering work on matchdays and at other stadium events. Hours will vary according to the fixture and events schedule. You will receive role-specific instructions and must act within your training, authority and company policy at all times.
- Work as part of the wider Safety Management Team.
- Comply with the stadium Safety Policy, Emergency Procedures and relevant health and safety requirements.
- Represent Hull City AFC and the MKM Stadium in a positive and professional manner.
Salary: National Minimum Wage (NMW)
Contract: Casual / matchday event work
Location: MKM Stadium, Hull
Department: Matchday Safety & Security Operations
Reporting to: Safety Officer, Deputy Safety Officer and Stewards Admin Manager
What you’ll do:
- Maintain a visible safety and security presence around the pitch perimeter.
- Monitor spectator behaviour and report safety concerns, disorder or anti-social behaviour.
- Help prevent unauthorised access to the field of play and respond promptly to attempted or actual pitch incursions.
- Support the safe movement and protection of players, officials, team staff and authorised personnel.
- Follow stewarding procedures, radio protocols, emergency arrangements and management instructions.
- Assist spectators with directions and general enquiries, providing a courteous and approachable service.
- Provide accurate information or witness accounts following incidents when required.
What we’re looking for
- Excellent observation and communication skills.
- The ability to remain calm, professional and responsive under pressure.
- Good physical fitness and mobility, including the ability to stand for extended periods and move quickly when required.
- A reliable, punctual and team-focused approach.
- A strong commitment to safety, security and customer service.
- Availability to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
- Willingness to work outdoors in a range of weather conditions.
Useful experience and qualifications
- NVQ Level 2 in Spectator Safety.
- Previous stewarding, security, event safety or customer service experience.
- A First Aid qualification.
- Experience at football or other sporting events.
- An understanding of crowd dynamics and stadium operations.
- The safeguarding and welfare of our players is paramount and as such this position is subject to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
Eligibility for Employment in the UK
In accordance with current legislative requirements the successful applicant must produce documentary verification of their eligibility to work in the UK and will not be allowed to start work until this has been received.
If you are vigilant, dependable and ready to help create a safe and enjoyable matchday environment, we would like to hear from you.
To apply for this role, please complete our application form here: Careers and send through to recruitment@wearehullcity.co.uk
Superstadium Management Company Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnerships.
The safeguarding and welfare of children and young people is paramount of importance to Superstadium Management Company Ltd and as such this position is subject to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Superstadium Management Company Ltd is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people. We expect all our Board, staff and volunteers to always adhere, demonstrate and communicate this commitment. Superstadium Management Company Ltd fully accepts our responsibility to welfare and protection of children and young people therefore, our aim is for the golden thread of safeguarding to run through every element of the club’s work.
