The Wildheart Trust is a registered charity which works globally to rescue animals from harm, ending exploitation and protecting natural habitats. We are a young and dynamic charity which works tirelessly to campaign for those that have no voice. At the forefront of the industry, we are leading the way in bold actions to challenge current thinking and drive change to protect our planet and its animals before time runs out.

At our sanctuary in Sandown, a rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for a very special professional to become our Site Manager. This is full-time permanent position at a time where we have some of our most ambitious rescue projects yet in progress.

You’ll be responsible for the day to day efficient and safe operations of the physical site in Sandown Bay. This will include managing staff, processes and services to ensure best practice is adhered to and the most suitable environment is maintained for employees and visitors alike, adhering to all relevant health and safety practices. You will ensure the site presentation and visitor experience is exemplary at all times and will support the Chief Operating Officer in design and execution of the masterplan, project managing builds that enhance the visitor experience and fulfil the charitable objectives.

We are looking for someone with a proven history of project and facilities management and experience in budget management, statutory health and safety compliance and people management.

In return we can offer a host of perks – not least the opportunity to help rescue animals from often horrendous conditions. Perks include:

•Bupa Cash Plan

•Company Pension Scheme

•Discounts on Solent Ferries

•Additional days off for long service

•Your Birthday Off

•Discounted food and drink in our café

•Discounts in our shop

•Additional third party discounts.

•Free entry for you and your household

•Discounts on our animal experiences

For more information on the Wildheart Animal Sanctuary including our charity The Wildheart Trust please visit

If you are interested in being considered, please read the job description and then send a CV and covering letter explaining, with tangible examples, why you are the perfect candidate for this position.

Applications to be received by midnight on 28th June 2024. We reserve the right to close this advert early and therefore we encourage you to apply for this position early. Successful candidates will be contacted and asked to attend an interview from 8th July. If you do not receive a response one week after the closing date, you have been unsuccessful at this time.