Merlin Entertainments employees working as Ride Operator in US have attributed a compensation and benefits rating of 2.7 out of 5 stars, based on 7 ratings. This is 29% higher than the average of Ride Operator professionals at Merlin Entertainments worldwide.
The salary trajectory of a Ride Operator ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at £24,443 per year (estimate) and goes up to £30,441 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
The estimated average salary for a Ride Operator at Merlin Entertainments is £38,326 per year or £18 per hour, but some professionals have reported earning up to roughly £51,143 per year (90th percentile). The typical pay range is between £33,209 (25th percentile) and £44,638 (75th percentile) annually. This is based on 81 salaries submitted by Merlin Entertainments Ride Operator professionals on Glassdoor, as of Jul 2026.
Ride Operator with an estimated total pay of £7 - £11/hr
Ride Operator with an estimated total pay of £9 - £11/hr
Ride Operator with an estimated total pay of £6 - £11/hr
Ride Operator with an estimated total pay of £7 - £11/hr