Hub Manager

Job Title: Hub Manager Location: Indianapolis About FAT Karting League FAT Karting League is a high-performance motorsport business built around competition, precision, and experience. We deliver organised racing environments where attention to detail, consistency, and teamwork are critical to success -on and off the track. As a growing organisation, we’re building more than just a karting league. With plans to expand into other areas of motorsport, we’re creating opportunities for people who want to grow with the business and develop their careers as we scale. We’re looking for driven individuals who thrive in fast-paced, energetic settings, take pride in high standards, and are motivated by responsibility, progression, and being part of something that’s moving forward. Role Summary As Hub Manager, you will lead the operational delivery of the championship, overseeing event planning, staffing, kart readiness, budgeting and race weekend execution. This role combines workshop and office-based operational management with trackside leadership during event weekends, as we continue to grow across the United States, we’re looking for confident, organised and resilient leaders who thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy building high-performing teams. Key Responsibilities Event Operations Lead race weekend operations and event delivery. Ensure all operational procedures, SOPs and safety standards are followed. Manage operational incidents, escalations and contingency planning. Maintain consistency and professionalism across all events. Team Leadership Recruit, train and manage operational staff. Manage staffing rotas, deployment and performance standards. Support development of Event Coordinators and workshop staff. Kart & Workshop Management Ensure the fleet of 69 karts is fully prepared for each event. Oversee workshop standards, inventory management and stock requests. Maintain operational readiness of all equipment and event assets. Reporting & Financial Control Maintain accurate reports, schedules and operational documentation. Manage event budgets and operational spending. Ensure PO processes and financial controls are followed. Customer Experience Act as escalation point for customer issues and complaints. Maintain high standards of customer experience and event presentation. Essential Strong operational or event management experience. Experience leading teams in fast-paced environments. Excellent organisational and communication skills. Calm and confident under pressure. Financial awareness and budget management experience. Proficiency in Microsoft 365. Valid US driver’s licence. Weekend and travel availability. Desirable Experience in motorsport, karting or live sports operations. Workshop or mechanical operations experience. Benefits (available after successful probation) Private medical insurance Paid Time Off Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) FAT Karting League is committed to attracting, recruiting, and retaining the most talented individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion, belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We strive to be a team that supports diversity in the workplace and promotes an inclusive culture in which all team members are respected, empowered, and valued. #J-18808-Ljbffr smedleygroup