About Wildlands
Wildlands is a unique adventure and accommodation development set within 20 acres of mature woodlands, on the N59 overlooking Ballyquirke Lough in Moycullen, Co. Galway. Wildlands opened in 2020 and consists of:
· An adventure park with activities for all ages;
· An elevated light-filled events space which holds 200+ overlooking the development;
· A contemporary 150-seater restaurant, the Olive Tree Kitchen;
· the "Wildlands Wagon", a retro custom-made Volkswagen selling coffee and treats to the public and visitors throughout the development; and
· luxurious wooden cabins with a birds-eye view of the development, overlooking Ballyquirke Lake (opening late Autumn 2022)
More information is on Facebook and Instagram at "Wildlands Galway".
The Role and Responsibilities
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and enthusiastic Adventure Manager to join Wildlands. This highly motivated individual will head the Adventure department for Wildlands.
* Develop new systems and strategies to ensure safe, successful and
* profitable running of the Adventure Department.
* Responsible for the management, recruitment and monitoring of the Adventure team.
* Manage and oversee the Adventure team training, content, delivery standards and team development.
* Responsible for performance management / appraisal of all Adventure team members.
* Provide instruction in specialist areas relevant to the activities offered in Wildlands and keep your qualifications and skills up to date.
* Support adventure opportunities or adventure projects affiliated with Wildlands.
* Responsible for ensuring labour costs of the Adventure department meet budgeted KPIs.
* Responsible for planning appropriate programmes of outdoor activities for guests.
* Ensuring Adventure team members adhere to safety regulations, that equipment and facilities are safe and that guests are clearly and professionally instructed in safety procedures.
* Monitoring weather and environmental conditions.
* Provide strategic direction and guidance to management to ensure optimal effectiveness of the department.
* Attend and report at management and revenue team meetings.
· Assessing risk and acting upon any issues arising from this assessment.
· Purchasing, checking, maintaining and preparing activity equipment.
· Dealing with the financial management of the department, such as projections, costing, invoicing.
· Ensure up to date records for incident and safety audits, maintenance logs, Adventure team records / training and PPE safety logs are kept.
· Working closely with management in respect of insurance and other statutory requirements as well as working closely with other managers and department.
· Create and foster relationships with key industry experts and organizations, including Failte Ireland and the Adventure Travel Trade Association ATTA.
Report to
The General Manager and owners.
Start Date
October 2022.
Required Education, Skills, and Qualifications
* Qualifications and experience in variety of outdoor activities including at least two full and relevant instructorships such as RCI, CWI or ERCA.
* Up to date First Aid qualification.
* Previous management role in a similar business / similar experience.
Desirable
· 3rd level Qualification in a related subject such as business management, outdoor education, leadership, recreation or sports-related course.
Skills
· Excellent leadership and management skills, with a willingness to lead by example.
· Teamworking skills and the ability to motivate and inspire others.
· Group facilitation skills.
· Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to establish a rapport with a range of people.
· Excellent customer service skills.
* Self-motivated individual with a "can do" attitude and a determination to succeed.
· Proven track record in achieving labour cost KPIs and an aptitude for numbers. Ability to manage a budget.
* Project management skills - ability to handle time-sensitive projects and working to deadlines.
* Ideal candidate will have experience in the hospitality industry and / or adventure industry.
* Enthusiastic team player with excellent inter-personal skills.
· Decision-making skills and the ability to stay calm in difficult situations.
· Planning and organisational skills.
· Imaginative and innovative approach to work.
· Flexibility to meet business and customer needs.
Hours of Work
Will generally be a 40-hour week but can be higher at peak times. The role includes some weekend work.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From €34,067.23 per year
Benefits:
* Bike to work scheme
* Company events
* Employee discount
* Flexitime
* Food allowance
* On-site parking
* Store discount
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Moycullen, Moycullen, CO. Galway H91 WYV2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
* Similar: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person