Company Overview
We are an award-winning family attraction and heritage charity at the heart of West Lothian. Our 23-acre site features historic buildings, a working waterwheel, accredited museum, rare breed farm, landscaped grounds and vibrant visitor spaces welcoming over 160,000 visitors each year.
As we deliver our ambitious five-year strategy, we are seeking an experienced and strategic Operations Manager to lead the safe, efficient and commercially successful day-to-day operation of Almond Valley Heritage Centre.
Reporting directly to the Director and forming part of the Senior Management Team, this is a pivotal leadership role responsible for visitor experience, commercial performance, events, and health & safety compliance across the site.
Key Requirements:
* Senior operational leadership experience within a visitor-facing or multi-use site
* Proven ability to implement strategy and drive commercial growth
* Strong understanding of health & safety and compliance management
* Experience leading and developing teams
* Financially confident with strong organisational and problem-solving skills
* A collaborative, people-centred leadership style
This is an exciting opportunity to take a visible leadership role within a much-loved community attraction while helping shape its future growth and resilience.
For a full job description, to apply, or if you have any queries or would like to discuss your application in an alternative format, please email with your CV and a covering letter demonstrating your suitability for the role.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £42,500.00 per year
Benefits:
* Canteen
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee discount
* On-site parking
* Store discount
Work Location: In person