11th September, 2023

Operations Manager – Permanent position

Closing Date: 9th November 2026

Start Date: 1st December 2026

Salary: £35,000 – £39,000 – depending on qualifications and experience + 5% pension contribution

Our happy, conscientious team are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic professional to lead and inspire our instructor team to deliver high quality outdoor activities to a range of groups. We need someone with the knowledge and experience to oversee operations and collaborate with the wider team to further develop the potential of the centre.

Essential Qualifications: Two or more of the following

  • SPA/RCI Award; UKCC British Canoeing Level 2 (Core) Coach Award; ML/WGL/Lowland Leader Award; 16hr First Aid; Driving Licence,

Desirable Qualifications:

  • Archery GB; Bushcraft Level 2; MIA/MIC; BCU Coach/Assessor;  Safeguard L2 or L3

Benefits

  • Financial assistance with qualifications
  • Opportunities for management and leadership qualifications
  • Usually 3 weekends off a month (depending on bookings)
  • Uniform
  • Free lunch and free meals
  • Free car parking on site
  • Annual leave – 31 days including Bank Holidays and Christmas and New Year
  • Pension scheme – 5%

Requirements

  • We are looking for a highly motivated individual who demonstrates a wide knowledge, experience and love of the outdoors, both professionally and individually.
  • We require a ‘people’ person, an excellent communicator, and someone who has significant experience of managing teams.
  • To be successful in this role you need to be conscientious, proactive, organised, trustworthy, reliable, responsible, have a sense of humour and be passionate about delivering your knowledge of the outdoors to others, especially children.
  • You must be IT literate and experienced in using spreadsheets and rotas.
  • You should be keen to learn more about our environmental practices and help educate and motivate our staff and customers.
  • We seek a team player who can engage with members of the management team as well as our wider team.

Operations Managers Job Description 2026

To apply: Please submit a CV and covering letter detailing your experience and suitability to: hr@millonthebrue.co.uk