Outdoor Adventure Operations Manager (JPBOAM25)

The Jungle NI; Ireland; On-site; EUR 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading outdoor adventure company in Northern Ireland is seeking an Outdoor Adventure Manager to oversee and develop adventure activities. Candidates must have over 3 years of management experience in the outdoor sector, strong leadership and risk management skills. This hands-on role includes training staff, ensuring safety, and engaging with customers. Benefits include health insurance and subsidised outings, with the unique chance to live on-site.

Benefits

Health insurance

Uniform allowance

Subsidised staff outings

Qualifications

• Proven experience in management within the outdoor adventure sector (3+ years).
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations and risk assessments.
• Ability to effectively communicate and engage with diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning and execution of outdoor activities.
• Lead and train staff to ensure safety and enjoyment for all participants.
• Manage operational compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership skills

Risk management understanding

Communication skills

Team building ability

Outdoor activity experience

Education

3+ years experience in a management role

Ropes Access experience

Tools

PPE Inspection knowledge

GNAS archery or firearms experience

Experience in paintball & water sports

Job description

Location: The Jungle, Moneymore, Northern Ireland

Position: Permanent – Full-Time – 40+ hours per week

Why Join The Jungle Group?

The Jungle is a trailblazer in outdoor adventure and seasonal events in Northern Ireland. Our group spans an outdoor adventure centre, a cutting-edge outdoor waterpark, unique glamping and camping experiences, on-site restaurants and thrilling seasonal events. We’re always innovating, always evolving, and we need a passionate, energetic leader to help drive our next chapter.

The Role:

As Outdoor Adventure Manager, you’ll oversee, develop, and deliver adventure activities, ensuring a safe, exciting, and unforgettable experience for every visitor. This is a hands‑on role where you’ll lead by example, instruct activities, manage a team, and keep our site running smoothly. We offer a wide range of activities, previous experience in a management role within an outdoor adventure business is essential.

Working Hours:

• 40 Hours per week (may be adjusted to seasonal requirements)
• 2-3 weekends out of 4 required
• Additional extended hours during peak seasonal events (e.g. Oct-Dec)

What You’ll Do:

• Oversee all aspects of our activities & events from training, safe & fun delivery, maintenance & inspection.
• Plan, organise, and oversee daily outdoor adventure activities.
• Lead, train and support junior instructors.
• Directly engage with customers, instructing on occasion, ensuring the customers safety and enjoyment is always prioritised.
• Uphold the highest safety standards, writing & updating risk assessments and operational guidelines.
• Assist with event planning and corporate team building experiences.
• Organise regular staff training & fun staff events and outings
• Maintain our high level of H&S awareness.
• Assist with insurance renewals
• Proactive with cost savings/efficiencies
• Confidence to suggest new activity ideas
• Manage Paper Trail logs, cash handling procedures and maintaining a clean & safe site.

What We’re Looking For:

• Ability to understand our legislative requirements & ensure adherence to.
• Some level of Ropes Access experience.
• 3+ years’ experience management role within the outdoor activities industry.
• Strong H&S and risk management understanding, ability to write risk assessments.
• Strong leadership skills with experience in team building and activity planning.
• Access NI/CRB check.
• Confident, outgoing, and passionate about outdoor adventure.
• Full driving licence and own transport.
• Confident verbal and written communication in English, and numeracy skills.
• Experience in Team Building.
• Experience in Event Management.
• Experience in paintball & water sports.
• PPE Inspection qualification or experience.
• GNAS archery or firearms experience.
• Experience working with animals.
• Glamping accommodation experience.

What’s in It for You?

• Be part of an innovative and fast‑paced adventure company.
• Work with a fun, friendly team in a stunning location.
• Subsidised staff outings and training opportunities.
• Health insurance, uniform allowance & employee benefits.
• Unique opportunity to live on‑site in a private flat near The Jungle.

Ready for the adventure?

Send your CV & Cover Letter to [e-mail].

Tell us why you’re the perfect fit and how you’ll make an impact at The Jungle!