Merlin Entertainments

General Manager

Location (Country-County-City) UK-Dorset-Weymouth
Job Locations UK-Dorset-Weymouth
ID
2025-9722
Employment Type
Full-Time
Offer/Contract Type
No End Date
Location Name
SEA LIFE Weymouth

What you'll bring to the team

We’re seeking an inspiring General Manager to take the helm of Weymouth SEA LIFE Adventure Park. Since the 80’s, we’ve been captivating guests with mesmerizing marine life. This is a chance to lead an iconic attraction, driving operational excellence, unforgettable guest experiences and impactful conservation initiatives.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver world-class guest experiences that inspire and educate, ensuring visitors leave with lasting memories.
  • Champion health, safety, and security, creating a safe, magical environment for every guest and team member.
  • Lead a passionate, diverse team, fostering collaboration and celebrating success.
  • Develop and execute innovative marketing and business strategies.
  • Drive financial performance, managing budgets and achieving growth targets.
  • Champion conservation through community projects.

Qualifications & Experience

We’re looking for a dynamic, driven leader with the vision and skills to inspire teams and deliver exceptional results. You’ll bring a commercial mindset, operational expertise, and a passion for conservation and community.

 

Essential Skills and Experience:

  • A proven track record in senior leadership roles, ideally at GM level within tourism, entertainment, or guest-focused sectors.
  • Exceptional people leadership, with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team to deliver amazing guest experiences.
  • Strong commercial acumen, including expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and driving profitability while maintaining a guest-first approach.
  • Strategic thinking with hands-on operational experience, enabling you to balance day-to-day management with long-term growth planning.
  • Commitment to health, safety, and security, ensuring the well-being of guests and team members at all times.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, fostering collaboration across teams, partners, and the local community.
  • Passion for sustainability and conservation, with the ability to champion SEA LIFE’s mission to protect marine life and the environment.
  • Understanding of Weymouth’s unique culture and community dynamics is a bonus.

Benefits

Benefits Include:

  • Competitive salary and bonus structure.
  • 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
  • Private Medical Insurance.
  • 25% in retail/restaurants
  • 40% off LEGO online
  • Merlin Magic Pass, giving you free tickets to Merlin attractions worldwide for you, family, and friends
  • Enjoy the ride pass, giving you and 5 others a Merlin annual pass (Gold edition)
  • Additional perks: discounted cinema tickets, hotel rates, and more

Join SEA LIFE Weymouth and help us create unforgettable experiences while driving meaningful change for marine life and the local community.

 

If you have any questions or require assistance due to a disability, medical condition or being a care leaver, please contact us by email at gatewayuk.recruitment@merlinentertainments.biz and one of the team will get back to you as soon as possible. 

 

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Pay Range

From GBP £50,000.00/Yr.

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