Training Sites​/Team Services Coordinator

Overview

Job Title: Training Sites Support /Team Services Coordinator
Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia ( Candidates based in Jeddah only will be considered)
Contract Duration: April 2026 - May 2026 (2 months contract)

The Training Sites Coordinator supports the preparation and day-to-day operations of official training venues for a major international football tournament scheduled in Saudi Arabia. The role ensures that training facilities are safe, organised, and fully operational to meet team requirements and tournament standards.

• Assist in the preparation and implementation of training site operational plans and daily activities.
• Support the Training Sites Supervisor in ensuring all training venues are ready for team sessions.

• Assist in setting up training equipment, signage, accreditation control points, hydration stations, and technical areas.
• Support preparation of changing rooms, recovery areas, and team spaces prior to each training session.
• Ensure all training venue facilities are clean, organised, and operational.

• Coordinate with grounds staff regarding pitch access and protection of the playing surface.
• Ensure training equipment (goals, cones, markers, etc.) is available, clean, and properly arranged.
• Report any maintenance, safety, or facility issues immediately to the Training Sites Supervisor.

• Assist with team arrivals and departures in coordination with Team Liaison Officers (TLOs).
• Help maintain controlled access to training areas, ensuring only authorised personnel enter operational zones.
• Support implementation of operational protocols for media, security, and restricted areas.
• Maintain communication with the Training Sites Supervisor and venue operations teams regarding updates or incidents.

• Liaise with volunteers, security, transportation, catering, and cleaning teams as required.
• Assist with distribution of water, ice, and other team requirements.
• Support logistics tasks including equipment movement, deliveries, and inventory checks.

• Assist with daily reports, equipment logs, and issue tracking.
• Prepare basic documentation and updates for the Training Sites Supervisor.
• Ensure completion of assigned operational tasks and report any outstanding requirements.

• 1-2 years of experience in sports events, venue operations, event management, facility support, or a related field.
• Previous involvement in football or major sporting events is considered an advantage.
• Basic understanding of venue or training site operations is desirable.

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented and fast-paced event environment.
• Reliable, proactive, and capable of following operational procedures.
• Service-oriented mindset with flexibility to support operational needs.

• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends if required.
• Willingness to travel locally between training venues in Jeddah.
• Arabic language skills preferred.