Festive Events Manager
Are you a seasoned Events Manager with a proven track record of planning and executing successful events?
Are you passionate about creating memorable experiences and have a keen eye for details?
If so this job could be for YOU!
The Role:
Tunbridge Wells Borough Council is thrilled to announce a unique opportunity to join our team as an Events Manager for a 3-month fixed term contract during the festive season. We are dedicated to creating memorable winter experiences for our community, and we need a talented manager to ensure our operations run smoothly throughout the holiday season.
The site comprises two ice rinks, one of them being for toddlers and young families, food stalls, a café and a Father Christmas concession. There are regular events on site including music nights and character skates for the children. It is open from 10.00 to 21.00 daily (closed Christmas Day). The successful applicant will be responsible for the overall running of the event on a day to day basis in conjunction with the Operations Manager, ensuring a safe and secure environment for both colleagues and guests.
About you:
You will be a natural leader, highly motivated with an outstanding passion for delivering first class customer service.
You will be enthusiastic, practical, able to work in a fast-past environment and have at least 2 years' work experience within the leisure industry at management level.
You will have knowledge and experience of building an event site and an understanding of the health and safety regulations and risk assessments required
You will have the flexibility to work evenings and weekends
Knowledge of ice rink equipment and maintenance is desirable
Benefits:
- 24 Days Annual Leave plus bank holidays
- Membership to Local Government Pension Scheme with 19.7% employer contribution
- Career development and training opportunities
- Access to eye care vouchers and VDU Glasses
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Access to EAP Services 24/7
- Free parking at Crescent road
To find out more look at the Job Description and Person Specification below. For an informal discussion about this post, you can contact Dawn Gabriel, Operations and Events Manager, on 01892 554 415
Salary: £33,535 pro rate
Hours: Full Time, 37 hours per week
Working Pattern: Full Time/Evenings/Weekends
Closing Date: 23/08/24 at 17:00
Job Description
Person Specification
To apply, click here.
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Tunbridge Wells
Kent
TN1 2LU