Race Timing Technician

Organisation: RunThrough Events
Salary: £150 - £200 per day
Location: Manchester (UK-wide travel)
Contract type: Fixed Term (Part time)
Closing date: 31 July 2026
Job Description: Job Title: Race Timing Technician
Location: Stretford, Manchester (M32 0ZH)
Start Date: ASAP
Job Type: Freelance, Part-time (weekend work)
Salary Range: £150 - £200 per day (depending on experience)
Type of Work: Events (various locations across the Northern region)

About RunThrough
RunThrough is the UK's largest and Europe’s fastest growing running events company, dedicated to delivering exceptional running experiences and fostering a vibrant community of runners. We are in an extremely exciting period of growth, with 350+ events planned and 480,000 entrants expected in 2026. As we expand our reach and continue to build our team, we are looking for a freelance Race Timing Technician to join our team on a part-time basis covering events across the region!

The Role
We are looking for someone with a passion for running and a good understanding of digital equipment to join RunThrough as a race timing technician, helping to record and collate timings for runners and sports events participants across a range of events!

Key Responsibilities

- Responsible for the efficient set up, operation, and pack down of technical timing equipment at events
- Ensuring the precise recording and seamless transfer of participant timing data
- Liaising with event organisers and participants to facilitate a high standard of event delivery
- On-site troubleshooting of timing equipment issues (comprehensive training and support provided)
- Managing participant queries in a professional and timely manner
- Delivering detailed post-event feedback and reporting any equipment maintenance requirements.

Skills & Experience Required

The ideal candidate will have a genuine interest in working in live events and have a passion for the running/sports industry.

Essential:
- Good with technology and adaptable under pressure
- Ability to carry out manual tasks
- Passion for delivering faultless events with a customer-centric focus
- Willing to work on weekends
- Full UK manual Driving Licence and comfortable with driving a van, if required.

Desirable:
- Prior chip timing experience
- Experience working live events
- Keen interest in and knowledge of running.

How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and suitability for the role to careers@runthrough.co.uk.

RunThrough is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
How to apply: Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and suitability for the role to careers@runthrough.co.uk