Facilities - Technical Manager

• Maintain, repair, and troubleshoot all aspects of the physical plant/facility equipment and machinery including HVAC, electrical, electronic, pneumatic, hydraulic, and plumbing systems as well as rides and themed attractions.
• Able to utilize hands-on knowledge and experience to solve problems to sustain minimal downtime of rides and themed attractions for the maximum guest experience.
• Position functions will include re-lamping & lighting systems, painting and wall repair, food and beverage equipment, rides maintenance, oversight of custodial duties, shipping and receiving as well as exhibit setup and takedown.
• Ensure all statutory equipment periodic inspections are arranged and all in-house inspection regimes are implemented or developed and subsequently implemented if found necessary.
• Ensure all follow-up recommendations are carried out with immediate effect and that all relevant paperwork and signoffs are completed.
• Effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure, tight budget environment.
• Prepare, monitor, and maintain an environment of continuous improvement through operational action plans and operating budgets.
• Build, manage, and motivate a strong, competent team by developing employees to their full potential and by creating a culture of quality and achievement.
• The above list is not exclusive or exhaustive and may require undertaking such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the role.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED. Two years of technical college preferred. Minimum of three years managerial experience in a technical/themed environment. Specific areas to include animation, automation, hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical/electronics, and networks, or equivalent combination of experience and education. Experience in a guest centric service industry is preferred. Self-motivated with previous maintenance experience, ideally holding a professional qualification in a mechanical or electrical field with experience maintaining a wide range of equipment, including rides. Experience of maintaining flexibility and the highest level of service in high-pressure and/or stressful situations. Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and multi-task as necessary. Desire to work in fastpaced environments. A natural team leader with a confident, assertive but approachable personality. Enthusiastic, boundless, and infectious energy about business and the ability to enthuse others

Licenses and Certifications:

Ability to obtain related licensures or certification as may be required to perform the essential function of the position or as required by law.

Health and Safety:

Employees are responsible for the safety of themselves, their colleagues, and guests (where appropriate), in line with the Merlin Entertainments Group Health, Safety and Security Policy and the law. Must ensure they follow safe working procedures for all work activities they undertake, and they must not use any tools or equipment for which they have not been trained. Where incidents do occur, must ensure they are reported to their line manager and cooperate with any investigation as appropriate in accordance with applicable laws.

Managers/supervisors are responsible for all aspects of Health, Safety and Security within their team, in line with the Merlin Entertainments Group Health, Safety and Security Policy. They must ensure that risk assessments have been carried out, that safe working procedures are in place for all work activities and that all employees in their teams are aware of the Group Health, Safety and Security Policy and their obligations under it. They must ensure that safe working practices are monitored, and that risk assessments and procedures are reviewed regularly. Where incidents do occur, they must ensure that they are investigated appropriately and that where necessary, corrective action is taken to ensure that such incidents are not repeated.

Benefits of Merlin Entertainments

• Excellent health care options (medical, dental, and vision that encourage preventative care).
• Outstanding Paid Time Off (PTO) that allows for adventure, rest, relaxation, or recuperation.
• Merlin Magic Pass for friends and family to enjoy the parks & attractions
• Recognition Programs and Rewards
• 401(k) program with company match
• Tuition reimbursement programs
• Numerous learning and advancement opportunities