This role leads a unique, immersive museum and living exhibition set within a restored historic home. Visitors are invited to engage thoughtfully with history through storytelling, interpretation, and interactive experiences.
Our client is seeking a confident, guest-focused Attractions Manager with a strong background in museum, heritage, or visitor attraction management. The ideal candidate combines a solid understanding of South African history with creativity, operational excellence, and an interest in using innovative approaches to bring history to life.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee the daily operation of the visitor attraction and museum spaces
* Lead, train, and support the Welcome and Host team
* Ensure a consistently high-quality, educational, and immersive visitor experience
* Manage existing interactive exhibits and support the development of new content
* Plan and deliver workshops, tours, events, and curated visitor experiences
* Engage visitors through storytelling and guided interpretation
* Collaborate with marketing to promote the site's cultural and historical value
* Drive visitor growth and revenue while maintaining historical integrity
Requirements
* Bachelor's degree in general arts (history, museum studies, or heritage-related fields preferred)
* Proven experience managing a museum, heritage site, or high-quality visitor attraction
* Strong knowledge of South African history, particularly the Anglo-Boer War
* Experience leading and motivating a small team
* Excellent communication, storytelling, and interpersonal skills
* High attention to detail and strong organisational ability
* Proficient in Microsoft Office; comfortable learning new systems
* Creative approach to educational programmes, workshops, and visitor engagement
* Fluent in English and Afrikaans
* Valid driver's licence
* Flexible and comfortable working weekends and in a dynamic environment
Working hours: 40 hours per week, Tuesday to Sunday (including weekends)
Location: On-site, UK-based heritage attraction
Benefits
* 30 days' annual leave
* Free daily meals while on duty
* Garden membership for you and your family
* Staff discounts across shops, restaurants, and accommodation
* Pension contribution
* Free on-site parking