Full time40k-50kTue, 13 Oct 2026
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published - Tue, 13 Oct 2026Job SummaryWe are looking for a self motivated and experienced individual to take up the key role of Operations Manager at the Museum, with responsibility for the delivery of effective operational services to ensure the museum site is clean, safe, maintained, secure and compliant. Job DescriptionThe main tasks will be: Managing contracts with a range of maintenance, cleaning and security contractors Leading on emergency response and incident management Working on capital developments and leading strategic maintenance You'll have experience managing contracts and providing both reactive and proactive facility management in a museum or heritage environment. You will be able to show you can: Negotiate and manage a range of contracts for provision of services Manage health and safety in a busy museum environment Keep policies and procedures up to date Manage budgets Be a great team player Job OverviewJob Title: Operations ManagerSalary: 40k-50k
Hours:
Full time
Artform: MuseumsRole: Technical & ProductionContract: PermanentClosing date: Mon, 26 Oct 2026
Location:
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Job: Operations ManagerJob: Operations ManagerOrganisation: Museum of the HomePostcode: E2 8EAHow to ApplyThe closing date for applications is 5pm on Monday 26 October 2026. Interviews will take place at the Museum on Friday 6 November. As part of the interview, candidates will be asked to deliver a 5-minute presentation around the theme of managing a project; further details will be given beforehand. Some evening and weekend working will be required for this role. All offers are subject to a satisfactory basic DBS check. Please see the job description for full details.Contact name: Philippa JonesContact email: (email protected)About Museum of the HomeWe exist to:
Reveal and rethink the ways we live in order to live better together. We are:
A place to explore and debate the meaning of home – past present and future - using collections, content and programming to spark ideas and conversation. Working in partnership to be a force for change on issues affecting the ways we live.Find out more
Operations Manager in London employer: Arts Council England
Arts Council England is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that values flexibility and employee well-being. With a focus on professional growth, employees benefit from generous annual leave, a final salary pension scheme, and opportunities to lead innovative digital projects in a collaborative environment. Located in Manchester, the role allows for hybrid working, ensuring a balanced approach to work and life while contributing to meaningful organisational change.
