Village Manager
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- Job reference: SDX/TP/1169817/159420
- Location: Glen Mor, Fort Augustus
- Job type: Full Time - 73.5 hours per week
- Salary: Competitive plus Sodexo Benefits
- Closing date: 23 July 2026
About the role
Village Manager
Fort Augustus, Scotland
Pay:
Competitive plus Sodexo Benefits (Travel allowance, attendance bonus provided)
Hours:
73.5 hours per week - 10.5 hours per day
Rotation: 3 weeks on / 3 weeks off
Set in the beautiful surroundings of Fort Augustus in the Scottish Highlands, this is a truly unique opportunity to lead operations in one of the UK’s most stunning and remote locations. Situated at the southwestern tip of Loch Ness within the Great Glen, the village is renowned for its iconic canal locks and breath taking scenery, perfectly positioned between Inverness and Fort William.
As Village Manager, you will be the senior on-site leader and General Services Manager, accountable for the overall performance, safety, and experience of the village. This role goes beyond operational management, it’s about creating a welcoming, supportive environment where residents feel genuinely at home.
You will lead a complex, contract-based operation and bring it to life as a high-quality, “home-from-home” community, where people can relax, recharge, and feel cared for between demanding work rotations. Championing a resident-first culture, you will inspire your team to deliver services that are not only safe and efficient, but warm, thoughtful, and personal.
With a strong focus on wellbeing and community, you will drive initiatives that help residents feel connected, respected, and supported, ensuring the village is more than just a place to stay, but a place where people truly feel they belong.
Please note: This role is subject to a DBS check, which will be arranged by the company.
What you’ll do
- Deliver all services in line with contractual requirements, SLAs and agreed standards
- Take responsibility for operational performance, ensuring quality, compliance and consistency
- Manage budgets, control costs and support overall contract profitability
- Lead on client engagement, including regular meetings, reporting and performance reviews
- Ensure full compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards
- Oversee audits, reporting, documentation and day-to-day operational delivery
- Lead, support and develop the team, ensuring high performance and engagement
What You’ll Bring
- Operational management experience in a similar environment
- Strong leadership and people management skills
- Financial and commercial awareness with ability to manage budgets
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to work to performance, compliance and safety standards
- IOSH Managing Safely (or willingness to work towards)
What We Offer
- Good rate of pay
- All meals and accommodation provided during your working rotation
- Free on-site facilities, including a fully equipped 24/7 gym and social bar
- Laundry service available
- Structured rotation – work for 3 weeks, then enjoy 3 weeks off
Why Sodexo?
- Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme
- 24/7 virtual GP and retail discounts
- Pension and development opportunities
- Inclusive and supportive workplace
Join Sodexo and be part of something greater
We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.
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Pension Plan
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Wellbeing support
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Generous leave
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Virtual GP
24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.
Social Impact
Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.
We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.
Glen Mor, Fort Augustus, United Kingdom, PH35 4HT
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