General Manager

Location:

Blankenberge – Flanders, Belgium

Salary:

£65.9k – 70.3k per year + car+bonus

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

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Advertiser:

COREcruitment

Job ID:

132747351

Posted On: 

05 March 2026

Salary: A‚¬75.000 – A‚¬80.000 + car + bonus and much more

Start: ASAP

Languages: Flemish, English

Location: Blankenberge

My client is looking for a General Manager who can lead the day-to-day operations and strategic development of a major attraction park located in Blankenberge.

This dynamic leadership role requires a commercially minded, people-oriented professional with the ability to inspire teams, drive guest satisfaction, and maintain strong external relations.

The ideal candidate combines operational excellence with hands-on leadership, marketing insight, and a deep understanding of guest experience.

Key Responsibilities

* Provide strong leadership and guidance to department heads and frontline teams, ensuring operational efficiency and a motivating work environment.
* Oversee all park operations including safety, maintenance, guest services, retail, and F&B, ensuring compliance with health & safety and operational governance standards.
* Develop, implement, and monitor strategic business plans aimed at driving profitability, attendance, and brand positioning.
* Act as spokesperson and official representative of the park, liaising with media , local authorities , tourism partners , and other external stakeholders.
* Collaborate with marketing teams to design and execute promotional campaigns , seasonal events, and brand initiatives to enhance visibility and guest engagement.
* Champion continuous improvement and innovative guest experience strategies to strengthen visitor satisfaction and loyalty.
* Manage budgets, financial performance, and resource allocation in line with commercial goals and group standards.
* Ensure effective communication, coaching, and professional development across all operational levels.

Candidate Profile

* Proven leadership experience in a comparable role within the attractions, hospitality, tourism, or leisure industry .
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with professional presentation and media confidence.
* Demonstrated experience in marketing collaboration, campaign development , and service innovation.
* Solid operational understanding of health & safety regulations , guest service standards , and facility management .
* Strategic thinker with a commercial mindset , analytical capability, and sound decision-making under pressure.
* Empathetic leader who provides structure, motivation, and clear direction to multidisciplinary teams.

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