Manager - Guest Operations

Six Flags مدينة القدية; Riyadh; On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading theme park company seeks a 'Manager - Guest Operations' responsible for overseeing daily operations in guest relations and ticketing. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in team management and guest services and will focus on improving guest satisfaction and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in industry (Middle East or international).
• Background in large Waterparks, Theme Parks, or Cruise Line Management.
• Experience in pre-opening or project management in ticketing and guest services.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of guest relations, admissions, rentals, and VIP divisions.
• Ensure guest safety and satisfaction throughout the park.
• Develop department-specific standard operating procedures and training.

Skills

Key systems knowledge

Communication in English

Education

BSc in Business Administration

Masters degree (preferred)

Job description

At Six Flags Qiddiya & AquArabia, The Manager - Guest Operations, is responsible for management of the daily operations of the Guest Relations, Admissions, Rentals and VIP divisions. This position is responsible for providing support and management oversight to all team members and senior management within the team. Executes plans that support guest satisfaction improvement, employee development, and work environment enhancements. The role will initially work to develop and deliver the ticketing system from an operational perspective. The role will also focus on department specific standard operating procedures, and training.

JOB-SPECIFIC

Pre-Opening:

Work closely with senior managers for the product line, including ticketing, fast-passes, Water Theme Park adventure

experiences, VIP products and any additional items relating to upsell in line with the approved Six Flags and Water Theme

Park business plans.

Take lead for guest operations when working with wider teams to develop the park-wide ticketing strategy including guest

experiences, fast pass, VIP services, cabana rentals, annual passes, and memberships.

Contribute towards and execute the upselling and cross-selling strategy across both parks to achieve the business plan

objectives, review and update as required.

Closely work alongside ticketing system providers and IT to set up the system according to the business scope, ensuring all

stages of setup, testing, implementation and handover are covered thoroughly.

Work collaboratively with wider teams, focusing on digital guest journey that meet target Key Performance Indicators for the

guest experience, and satisfaction focusing on online bookings, mobile app development and Guest Satisfaction surveys.

Work closely with both Six Flags Qiddiya and Water Theme Park operations team to ensure efficient documentation, training

and guest experience management is in place to support seamless day-to-day operations.

Develop all Guest Operations documentation covering department information, Standard operating procedures, risk

assessments and front-line training.

Support management in interface with project team during construction for all building fit outs and on-going handover and

development related tasks.

Support senior managers in the plan and execution of operations for Call Centre/Support team including the feedback

management system.

Operations:

Responsible for the overall safety of all Guest and Colleagues within and while visiting Six Flags Qiddiya and Water Theme Park.

Management of day-to-day efficiency of all aspects of ticketing, guest services, park access, VIP Groups and Cabana rentals.

Manage the day-to-day performance of the team, including performance management reviews and development plans.

Support the wider team in all aspects of VIP and VVIP arrival process and in park experience; managing tours, special requests,

and VIP services as required.

Work closely with co-workers in managing the park-wide contact center/support team to assist guests on all aspects of

communication and feedback.

Requirements

Education:

BSc in Business Administration, or Masters degree in degree in preferred.

Experience:

3-5 years industry middle east / international work. Large Waterpark or Theme Park or Cruise Line Management.

Pre-opening and/or Project Management in Ticketing , Guest Services/Front Line operations

Skills:

Professional knowledge & use of key systems used

within the water theme park.

Languages: Professional understanding &

communication of English (written & spoken)

Advanced knowledge of compliance and regulations and Saudi Labor law

Core Competencies:

Self-Actualization & Fulfilment: Proficiency Level - ADVANCED

Team Synergy & Development: Proficiency Level - ADVANCED

Entrepreneurial Mindset & Drive: Proficiency Level - ADVANCED

Business Acumen & Diligence: Proficiency Level - ADVANCED