Site Manager Worsbrough

Lynx Employment Services; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable visitor destination management company in Barnsley is seeking an experienced Site Manager for a three-month contract, with a possibility of extension. The Site Manager will oversee daily operations of a popular visitor site, ensuring safety, maintenance, and a welcoming environment for visitors and staff. Responsibilities include managing a team, conducting site checks, and collaborating on repairs and maintenance. Experience in similar roles and basic DBS clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Site Manager or similar role.
• Strong leadership skills to manage a team.
• Knowledge of health and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the site ensuring safety and maintenance.
• Lead and support a small team on-site.
• Ensure visitor facilities are well maintained and welcoming.

Job description

Office based

37 hours per week

Contract: 19 / 01 / 2026 to 29 / 03 / 2026 (3 months, with potential extension to 6 months)

Basic DBS clearance required (or willingness to obtain one)

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Site Manager to support the day-to-day operation of a large and well-established visitor destination and country park.

The site attracts significant visitor numbers, welcoming over 240,000 visits in 202425, with continued growth year on year. It includes a Grade II* listed 400-year-old water mill, retail shop, tenanted café, office spaces, learning hub, play and visitor facilities, all set within a 240-acre country park and nature reserve incorporating woodland, SSSI-designated land, waterways and a large reservoir.

The role

The Site Manager will be responsible for the daily operational management of the site, ensuring it is safe, welcoming and well-maintained for visitors, tenants and staff. This includes opening and closing buildings, carrying out site checks, maintaining health and safety documentation, and reporting and managing repairs and maintenance in collaboration with internal facilities and asset teams.

The role will manage a small on-site team, providing day-to-day leadership and support, and will work closely with colleagues including volunteer services, project staff and the café operator. Responsibilities will also include retail and income management in conjunctio…