Venue Cleaning & Waste Coordinator

Role SummaryContract Details Position: Cleaning & Waste Coordinator

Location: Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaContract: Freelance / Fixed-TermStart Date: 15 November 2026 - End Date: 13 February 2027Work Mode: Full-time, onsiteWe are seeking an experienced Cleaning & Waste Coordinator to support the delivery of cleaning, waste management, and environmental services across a major large-scale sporting event in Riyadh.The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating day-to-day cleaning and waste management operations, ensuring that venues and event areas are maintained to high standards throughout the preparatio and live eventThis role requires strong coordination skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume event environment.This is a fully onsite role in Riyadh and may require flexible working hours, including evenings, weekends, public holidays, and extended hours during event periods.

The successful candidate must be comfortable working in a dynamic, high-pressure event environment and coordinating operations across multiple areas simultaneously.Key ResponsibilitiesCoordinate daily cleaning and waste management activities across assigned venues and event areas.Support the planning and implementation of cleaning and waste management operations before, during, and after events.Coordinate with cleaning contractors, waste management providers, venue teams, suppliers, and other operational stakeholders.Monitor the deployment and performance of cleaning teams and waste collection personnel.Ensure cleaning schedules, staffing levels, and operational requirements are effectively implemented.Monitor waste collection, segregation, transportation, storage, and disposal activities.Ensure sufficient waste bins, collection points, cleaning equipment, consumables, and related resources are available.Conduct regular inspections of venues and event areas to ensure required cleanliness and waste management standards are maintained.Identify operational issues, service gaps, or areas requiring immediate attention and coordinate appropriate corrective action.Maintain records and daily reports covering cleaning activities, waste volumes, service performance, incidents, and operational issues.Support the coordination of cleaning and waste management requirements during peak event periods and match/event days.Liaise with relevant venue and operations teams to ensure cleaning and waste services are aligned with event schedules and operational requirements.Support the implementation of health, safety, hygiene, environmental, and waste management procedures.Escalate operational issues and service deficiencies to the relevant management team.Assist with the mobilisation and demobilisation of cleaning and waste management operations.Perform other operational duties related to cleaning and waste management as required.Required Qualifications3+ years of relevant experience in cleaning operations, waste management, facilities management, venue operations, or event operations.Previous experience working on large-scale events, sporting events, venues, hospitality, or major public facilities is highly desirable.Experience coordinating contractors, suppliers, cleaning teams, or operational service providers.Good understanding of cleaning operations and waste management processes.Strong organisational and coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment.Strong attention to detail and a hands-on approach to operational coordination.Good reporting and documentation skills.Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.Must be currently based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.Must be available for the full contract period.