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  • Operations Manager - Silverburn Park

    Created: 09/02/2026
    News/Events Category: Job Vacancies


    Post: Operations Manager 
    Organisation: Silverburn Park (FEAT) 
    Contract: Fixed-term to June 2027 (with strong potential to extend)
    Location: Silverburn Park, Leven
    Hours: 35 hours per week (flexibility required, including evenings/weekends
    Salary: £36,511 per annum



    Thanks to funding from the National Lottery Community Fund, Silverburn Park is recruiting for an Operations Manager.

    They're looking for a hands-on, commercially aware Operations Manager to take charge of the day-to-day running of Silverburn Park - a vibrant 27-acre coastal destination in Leven, Fife.

    This is a practical, people-focused role where you'll be rolling up your sleeves to lead a small team, manage facilities, and keep things running smoothly across a growing set of community-driven enterprises.

    You'll be responsible for overseeing:

    • An award-winning campsite
    • A busy cafe (The Cottage Window)
    • A productive walled garden and estate
    • Seasonal events and activities

    Every task you complete helps generate income that supports mental health, volunteering, and sustainability initiatives.

    Responsibilities

    • Keep operations running efficiently across all areas of the park
    • Manage rotas, stock, bookings, and customer service
    • Support and supervise staff and volunteers
    • Monitor budgets and income targets, and report on performance
    • Ensure health & safety, safeguarding, and compliance are up to standard
    • Work with partners and the community to deliver events and activities

    About you

    They're looking for someone who is:

    • Commercially minded with experience in hospitality, tourism, or enterprise
    • Practical and organised, with a focus on getting things done
    • A confident team leader who supports and motivates others
    • Comfortable with systems, reporting, and using data to improve performance
    • Passionate about community impact and sustainability

    Skills and experience

    • Experience managing commercial operations with financial targets
    • Strong people management and customer service skills
    • Confident using digital tools and reporting systems
    • Knowledge of health & safety, safeguarding, and regulated environments
    • Full UK driving licence

    Benefits

    • A varied, hands-on role with real impact
    • Work in a beautiful coastal park setting
    • 37 days' annual leave (including public holidays)
    • 5% employer pension contribution
    • Flexible working and a supportive team culture

    How to apply

    To apply, please complete the application form by clicking this link: Operations Manager Silverburn Park 

    FEAT is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. 

    The closing date for applications is Friday 13 February 2026.




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