Experience Development Manager – The Historic Dockyard Chatham

2 weeks ago

Chatham, United Kingdom Aim Museums Full time

Home / Job vacancies / Experience Development Manager – The Historic Dockyard Chatham Experience Development Manager – The Historic Dockyard Chatham Salary: c. £35,000 - £39,000 per annum, dependent on experience Hours: Full time Location: The Historic Dockyard Chatham, Kent The Historic Dockyard Chatham, the best preserved of all Georgian dockyards, is the world’s most complete dockyard of the Age of Sail. Today, The Historic Dockyard Chatham is the leading example of a mixed‑use heritage estate. A vitally significant historic estate delivering outstanding preservation, an award‑winning independent museum, commercial estate, Higher Education campus, leading film location and residential community. As a registered charity that employs over 140 staff and 300 volunteers, people are at the heart of our Dockyard community. Our culture strives for excellence across the board, and our team are hugely passionate and engaged in all aspects of our work. From historic building preservation through the diverse re‑use of our historic estate, to engaging the widest possible audiences in learning about the significance and history of the former Royal Dockyard, The Historic Dockyard Chatham is a workplace like no other. The role The Historic Dockyard Chatham is seeking an experienced and strategically‑minded Experience Development Manager (EDM) to oversee the development and delivery of high‑quality, visitor‑focused products and experiences across the historic site. As a senior member of the Commercial and Operations team, the EDM will contribute to the sustainable operation of the museum, support the preservation of the Trust’s heritage buildings and ships, and drive growth in visitor engagement and commercial income. The role includes leading flagship events and experiences, including family activities, the Call the Midwife Official Location Tour, Mission Christmas, and major annual events such as Armed Forces Day. The EDM will co‑lead one of CHDT’s largest staff groups alongside the Visitor Operations Manager, ensuring a high‑quality, safe, and cohesive visitor experience across all areas of the site. About you The Historic Dockyard Chatham is seeking an experienced and strategically‑minded Experience Development Manager (EDM) to oversee the development and delivery of high‑quality, visitor‑focused products and experiences across the historic site. As a senior member of the Commercial and Operations team, the EDM will contribute to the sustainable operation of the museum, support the preservation of the Trust’s heritage buildings and ships, and drive growth in visitor engagement and commercial income. If you are interested in joining our team and wish to apply for this vacancy, please complete our application form and send it back to us along with a copy of your CV by 5pm on Wednesday 3 December 2025. Interviews will take place on 11 December (with those going through to the second stage w/c 15 December). RecruitmentChatham Historic Dockyard TrustThe Fitted Rigging HouseThe Historic DockyardChathamKentME4 4TZ #J-18808-Ljbffr

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