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Xmas Market & Rides Manager (Liverpool), Underbelly

  •  North West
  •  Â£15k-20k
  •  Full time
  •  Closes September 25, 2026
  •  Chris Burkitt
  •  chris@underbelly.co.uk
  • #Festival
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Job Summary

Underbelly is looking for an experienced and confident Market & Rides Manager to take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the event’s market traders and third-party ride operators

Job Description

Skate St George's is Underbelly's festive event on St George's Plateau in the heart of Liverpool. The event brings together a seasonal ice rink, Christmas Tree Maze, bars, market traders, rides and other festive attractions to create a major city-centre Christmas destination
The Market & Rides Manager is responsible for the smooth day-to-day operation of the market and third-party ride areas, acting as the main operational point of contact for traders and ride operators

The role includes monitoring safety, presentation and compliance, coordinating with the wider event team and ensuring third-party operators are working in accordance with agreed event procedures and documentation
Our site managers will work in a shift pattern across the days - usually 9-16 or 16-23 as a standard but hours can vary a little

Job Requirements

Previous experience in an operational management or supervisory role within events, markets, attractions, visitor attractions, hospitality or a similar environment

Job Responsibilities

Take responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the market and third-party ride areas
Act as the main operational point of contact for market traders and ride operators
Build and maintain positive working relationships with traders, operators, contractors and the wider event team
Ensure traders and ride operators are operating in accordance with agreed event procedures, site rules and relevant licensing requirements
Carry out regular operational and safety checks across the market and ride areas

How to Apply

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Please apply by midnight on the 25th September

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