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Attraction Manager – Peterhead Prison

Do you have a passion for history, leadership, and delivering exceptional visitor experiences?
Are you ready to bring a unique historical site to life while leading an inspiring team? If so, Peterhead Prison is looking for an enthusiastic, hands-on leader to join us as our Attraction Manager.

This is an exciting opportunity to take charge of one of Scotland’s most iconic historical attractions and shape its future, while ensuring it remains an unforgettable destination for visitors.

Why This Role?

As the Attraction Manager at Peterhead Prison, you’ll be at the heart of transforming this iconic historical site into a world-class tourism destination. From overseeing day-to-day operations to implementing exciting new experiences, you’ll have the chance to create an environment where history comes to life and visitors are captivated. Lead a passionate team and guide the attraction’s strategic direction while ensuring the highest standards of operation, visitor engagement, and heritage preservation.

What You’ll Do:

• Strategic Leadership:
  Shape long-term plans for growth and development alongside senior leadership. You’ll be the driving force behind creating compelling business strategies and executing plans that ensure continued success and growth for Peterhead Prison.
• Financial Management:
  Lead the management of budgets and financial performance. You’ll track KPIs, meet financial targets, and explore new opportunities for revenue generation—while keeping costs under control.
• Visitor Experience Excellence:
  Ensure every visitor has an unforgettable experience. From immersive tours to interactive exhibits, you’ll continuously innovate and improve the visitor journey, maintaining high standards across the board.
• Heritage & Conservation:
  Safeguard the rich history of Peterhead Prison through careful conservation and presentation. You’ll play a crucial role in maintaining the attraction’s heritage while delivering a world-class experience for visitors.
• Team Leadership:
  Inspire, develop, and lead a high-performing team. You’ll recruit, onboard, and coach staff, fostering a positive culture that motivates everyone to deliver the best possible experience to visitors.
• Risk & Compliance Management:
  Ensure the safety and security of staff and visitors by managing health, safety, and compliance with relevant legislation, while minimizing risks across all aspects of the attraction.
• Collaboration & Engagement:
  Build strong relationships with colleagues across the business and external stakeholders. You’ll collaborate with marketing, sales, and finance teams to drive the success of the attraction and explore partnership opportunities.

About You:

To succeed in this role, you’ll need a combination of leadership expertise, strategic thinking, and a deep appreciation for history and heritage. The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven Leadership Experience: Experience in managing teams and creating a positive, high-performing work culture in a customer-facing environment.
• Strategic & Financial Acumen: The ability to develop and manage budgets, set KPIs, and deliver on financial targets.
• Problem-Solving Skills: A proactive, organised approach to navigating operational challenges and driving improvements.
• Excellent Communication Skills: You know how to engage and build relationships with people at all levels—whether staff, visitors, or external partners.
• Passion for Heritage & Education: A deep commitment to preserving the past while offering educational and engaging experiences to visitors.
• Risk & Compliance Experience: Confidence in managing health, safety, and compliance requirements.

Experience in tourism, heritage, hospitality, or a related industry is preferred, but not required.

What’s in It for You?

• Make an Impact: Lead one of Scotland’s most historic attractions, influencing its future and shaping an exceptional visitor experience.
• Professional Growth: This role offers numerous opportunities for personal development in leadership, financial management, and strategic planning.
• Collaborative Culture: Work with a team that values creativity, innovation, and respect, united by a shared mission to bring history to life.
• Competitive Package: A competitive salary, company pension, employee discounts, and other benefits.

About Peterhead Prison:

Step back in time at Peterhead Prison, a unique and fascinating attraction with a rich history that spans over 125 years. Known as “Scotland’s Toughest Jail,” this former Victorian HM Convict Prison holds incredible stories of courage and conflict. Located on a 6-acre site, it boasts one of the UK’s first state-owned railways and was even the site of the only time the SAS was called to end a domestic siege in mainland Britain.

Visitors experience what life was really like inside one of Scotland’s most infamous prisons—and you’ll be the leader responsible for ensuring this rich history is brought to life in thrilling and memorable ways.

Ready to Lead the Way?

Apply now to become the Attraction Manager at Peterhead Prison and take the reins of an exciting, history-filled future. Let’s create unforgettable experiences together!

How to Apply:
Submit your application today and embark on a rewarding career

Salary: £30,000 – £32,000 per year
Benefits: Company pension, employee discounts, and more
Schedule: Monday to Friday, with weekend and night shifts

Location: Peterhead, AB42 2ZX (relocation required if necessary)

Experience: Minimum 1 year in customer service (required)

Licence/Certification: Driving licence (preferred)

To apply email your CV to Human Resources at [email protected]

We look forward to hearing from you!