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Facilities Fairground Technical Shift Manager

Butlin's

Minehead

On-site

GBP 80,000 - 100,000

Full time

29 days ago

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An established industry player is seeking a Fairground Technical Shift Manager to oversee the compliance and maintenance of fairground rides. In this hands-on role, you will lead a dedicated team, ensuring all technical inspections and repairs are conducted efficiently. Your leadership and communication skills will be vital as you manage daily operations and prioritize tasks. If you have a strong technical background and a passion for ensuring safety and excellence, this position offers a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a vibrant environment.

Proven leader with a sound technical background, preferably mechanical.
Ability to coordinate inspections and maintenance of fairground rides.

Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements for fairground equipment.
Oversee technical inspections, maintenance, and team development.

Leadership

Technical Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Technical Background

Mechanical Bias

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Facilities Fairground Technical Shift Manager

Application Deadline: 10 April 2025

Department: Facilities

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Minehead

Description

As the Fairground Technical Manager, you'll be responsible for ensuring we comply with all aspects of current regulatory and legislation requirements. To do so, you will coordinate routine technical inspections, maintenance and repairs to all fairground rides and equipment as well as conducting daily ride opening and closing check audits. You will oversee all administrative duties relating to your role, as well as controlling and purchasing of stock and equipment. As the Shift Manager of this area, you will take the lead with team development, ensuring everyone is working with efficiency and excellence.

About You

For this hands-on role, you will be a proven leader with a sound technical background, preferably with a mechanical bias, including working with inspectors and organizing strip downs and rebuilds. You will be the first point of call for your team, so great communication and leadership skills are key. As part of this, you must be able to work on your own initiative, prioritize a demanding workload, and have a keen eye for detail. You will be thorough and meticulous in your approach.

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