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This role manages a team of up to 240 ‘Magic Elves’ who all work in the ‘Father Christmas Land’ (Act 4) operation, which is part of the ‘Lapland’ experience. This is a multi-faceted role, which requires a strong ability to meet the demands of people management, whilst protecting the guest experience and delivering an efficient and effective operation.
Job Responsibility:
Manage a large team strictly in-line with approved policy, processes, and instruction
Ensure a complete and up-to-date working knowledge of procedures, consulting with Head Office on any required review or revision
Have a thorough working knowledge of the relevant areas of operation to effectively troubleshoot and problem solve
Act as a champion for the Lapland Accessibility and Inclusion policies
Attend to and follow up guest feedback
Work closely with the Performance Manager’s to closely monitor feedback & performance of the Magic Elf team
Conduct daily registers, follow up with absences & no shows
Deliver daily briefings to teams
Cover the duties of Act 4 People Manager on their days off
Ensure that the Magic Elf staffing is consistently at the right level
Establish, lead, and maintain a professional and positive working culture within the Magic Elf team
Ensure that team attendance is high, managing absence
Work closely with HR and Resourcing colleagues on any recruitment requirements
Manage poor performance and attendance
Recognise and promote good performance and attendance
Ensure a safe and secure environment for both colleagues and guests
Assist the Management team in the co-ordination of any emergency procedures
Report any health and safety accidents or near-misses
Deliver pre-approved training courses
Attend required training courses
Conduct delegate training assessments and validations
Support the communication and requests of all VIP and PR guests
Requirements:
Previous people-management experience, preferably with large teams within a theatrical, event or visitor attraction environment
Experience managing a casual workforce and the relevant HR practices this type of workforce entails
Competent user of Excel & learning new staffing systems
Strong working knowledge of best Health and Safety practices
Experience co-ordinating cast members within a guest-facing operation
Relevant experience in a staffing operation managing younger workers
Excellent communication, interpersonal and diplomacy skills
Bright with a strong sense of initiative
Confident with technology & various staffing software systems
Flexibility of approach to working environment needs
Ability to work well in a team environment
Positive attitude throughout to ensure a good morale is sustained onsite
Organisational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work under pressure in a busy environment
What we offer:
Flexible hybrid working until early November
Holiday paid at 12.07% at the end of contract
Free daily on-site meal once based on-site for the live show