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Fleet & Shuttle Supervisor, FIFA World Cup 26 | Kansas City

Fédération Internationale de Football Association, Kansas City, MO, United States


Fleet & Shuttle Supervisor, FIFA World Cup 26™ | Kansas City
Department:

Tournament Time Role | SP

Employment Type:

Fixed Term Contract

Location:

Kansas City

Description
At FIFA26, our vision is to unite the world through the greatest sporting event of all time. The FIFA World Cup 26™ will mark the first time that the tournament will feature 48 teams and be hosted by three countries: Canada, Mexico and the USA. This new format will redefine excellence, generating unique opportunities for greater participation and engagement among fans and players across North America and all over the world. Now is your time to become a game changer and join the workforce that will plan and deliver this extraordinary and unforgettable experience.

FIFA World Cup 26 Skills Framework

ACCOUNTABILITY:

Demonstrate commitment to responsibilities and objectively analyze one’s behavior, while assuming consequences of one’s own actions and/or decisions and learning from one’s mistakes.

DECISION MAKING:

Ability to identify and swiftly make decisions in critical situations, take initiative and calculated risks, explore alternative solutions, and respond promptly to unforeseen circumstances.

INCLUSIVITY:

Achieve shared organizational objectives by sharing information with colleagues across all levels and divisions, tangibly influencing others, and maintaining a network of support contacts.

INITIATIVE:

Capacity to do things on one’s own initiative and to influence the course of events, assume responsibilities, and achieve objectives with a minimum of supervision and control.

INNOVATION:

Capacity to break new ground, look for unconventional solutions, and produce fresh ideas.

LEADERSHIP:

Ability to lead one’s contacts/colleagues/partners, encourage teamwork, and delegate authority/decision-making power, as needed, to produce the expected results and make efficient use of the team’s skills and talents.

VISION:

Ability to perceive the organization's global environmental impact, anticipate decision consequences, grasp organizational missions, and formulate strategic plans.

Main Activities and Responsibilities
The Transport Supervisor supports daily transport delivery for assigned client groups during the FIFA World Cup 2026. This role ensures safe, efficient, and professional transport services and supports vehicle dispatch, driver coordination, and client movement.

Client Group Service Coordination

Execute specialized transport support based on client group needs

Manage driver check-in, briefing, and deployment

Ensure accurate vehicle allocation and staging for client movements

Support loading, dispatch, and arrival coordination at designated points

Driver & Workforce Support

Facilitate driver technology setup (tablets, mobile apps, TMM credentials)

Distribute job cards and ensure VAPP/accreditation compliance

Promote uniform, conduct, and service standards

Operational Delivery

Ensure vehicles are clean, fueled, and operational prior to dispatch

Coordinate arrival/departure flows to maintain on-time performance

Assist with routing, fleet adjustments, and incident escalation
Safety & Compliance

Enforce depot and venue safety procedures

Monitor access control, permissions, and safe vehicle movements

Support emergency or contingency response as directed

Documentation & Communication

Maintain shift logs, attendance sheets, driver rosters, and reports

Participate in briefings, handovers, and operational calls

Provide proactive updates to the Depot Manager and Command Center

Your Profile
Education & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Transport Operations, Logistics, or Hospitality, or equivalent experience.

Knowledge of transport operations, guest services, or event logistics is an asset.

Work Experience

3-5 years of experience in transport, hospitality, or event operations.

Experience working in a supervisory role within large-scale or high-profile events preferred.

Proven ability to manage small teams, coordinate logistics, and deliver service excellence under pressure.

Experience collaborating with security teams, hotels, and transport providers is advantageous.

Strong interpersonal skills, proactive communication, and confidence in decision-making.

Demonstrates the highest levels of integrity, professionalism, and commitment.

Positive attitude, patience, and persistence in problem-solving.

Strong cultural awareness and the ability to work in an international environment.

Client facing communication and guest services experience is a plus.

Languages

Fluent in English. Spanish and/or French proficiency is a plus

Technology

Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio & Project) and planning software and online collaboration tools

Equal Opportunities
FIFA26 is a proud equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and prohibits discrimination of any kind on the basis race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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