🌟 Operations Manager – Fort Lucan
📍 Lucan, Co. Dublin
💰 €45,000 per annum + Pension + Company Phone
🎁 Private Health Insurance after 1 Year
Step into an Adventure – Lead the Fun at Dublin’s Premier Children’s Park!
Are you ready to be part of a vibrant, family-favourite destination where every day brings smiles, laughter, and excitement?
Fort Lucan — Ireland’s Dublin’s biggest outdoor playground for children up to age 13 — is looking for a dynamic Operations Manager to join our leadership team!
This is a unique year-round, permanent role with an exceptional work-life balance, combining full-throttle action during our busy summer season with flexible, relaxed off-season months.
Why You’ll Love This Role
- 💼 Competitive Salary: €45,000 per year
- 🕓 Fantastic Flexibility: Extremely Light hours from September–January with a gradual ramping up from January to season opening
- 💻 Remote Work Options: During the pre-opening period (Jan–Apr) off season (September - April)
- 🏖️ Generous Time Off: Extended downtime during off-season
- ❤️ Private Health Insurance: After one year of service
- 📱 Company Phone & Pension Included
- 🎢 Work in a Fun, Family-Focused Environment!
What You’ll Do
As Operations Manager, you’ll be at the heart of Fort Lucan’s Management Team — ensuring every child, parent, and team member enjoys a safe, exciting, and memorable experience.
Your role will span across all areas of park management, including:
🧑🤝🧑 HR & Team Management
Recruit, train, and motivate our fantastic seasonal staff while ensuring compliance with garda vetting, young persons’ regulations, and best HR practices.
🎠 Operations & Customer Experience
Oversee the day-to-day running of the park — from cash control and stock management to ensuring every guest leaves with a smile.
💬 Sales & Marketing
Help to Drive online and group bookings, manage school tours, and help craft creative marketing campaigns that bring the magic of Fort Lucan to life!
☕ Café & Compliance
Maintain high standards of food safety (HACCP), stock ordering, and supplier relationships.
💶 Finance & Administration
Handle payroll and assist with supplier payments, and support financial reporting, ensuring smooth operations behind the scenes.
🛠️ Health, Safety & First Aid
Champion safety and child protection, and serve as the go-to person for first aid and incident management (training provided).
Join the Adventure!
If you’re ready to combine operational excellence with outdoor excitement — and enjoy a role that offers both challenge and an incredible work life balance — we’d love to hear from you!