Omniplex Jobs: Tallest Cinema Glasgow Renfrew St 2026

Key Points

• Omniplex Cinemas, an Irish chain, has launched a recruitment drive for its new Glasgow cinema on Renfrew Street, set to become the world’s tallest cinema.
• The venue, formerly a Cineworld site, will be Omniplex’s second Scottish location after their Clydebank cinema opened in 2024.
• Applications are open for a permanent, full-time general manager role offering a salary of £43,000.
• The job advert specifies: “Omniplex Cinemas are seeking an exceptional general manager to lead our landmark cinema located on Renfrew Street in the heart of Glasgow city centre.”
• The cinema is scheduled to reopen in summer 2026 following extensive renovations on the historic site, once known as Green’s Playhouse and later the Apollo.
• Planned upgrades include fully reclining auditoriums, upgraded laser projection and sound systems, and three giant ‘OmniplexMAXX’ screens with Barco 4K Laser projection and Dolby Atmos sound.
• Recruitment for additional roles, including general assistants, is expected soon, with a focus on customer service positions requiring staff aged 18 or over due to licensing laws.
• Director of Omniplex Cinemas, Paul John Anderson, described the site as “one of Glasgow’s most iconic cultural landmarks and a cornerstone of the wider UK cinema industry.”
• The project marks Omniplex’s expansion into Great Britain, breathing new life into a venue that closed in September 2025.
• Additional features may include a unique food truck, Joe’s Food Truck, enhancing the movie-going experience.

Glasgow (Glasgow Express) April 2, 2026 – Omniplex Cinemas has kicked off its recruitment drive for staff at its forthcoming Renfrew Street venue, billed as the world’s tallest cinema, with applications now live for a key general manager position offering £43,000 annually. This move signals growing excitement ahead of the summer 2026 reopening of the former Cineworld site, Omniplex’s second in Scotland following the 2024 Clydebank launch. The initiative comes as the Irish chain invests heavily in transforming the historic landmark into a premium cinematic destination.

What Is the History of the Renfrew Street Venue?

The Renfrew Street cinema boasts a rich legacy in Glasgow’s entertainment scene. Originally opened as Green’s Playhouse in the early 20th century, it evolved into the Apollo and later became Cineworld before its closure in September 2025. As reported by Beyond Borders Media in their coverage of Omniplex’s announcement on 26 October 2025, the site holds

“a special place in the hearts of many moviegoers”

due to its stature as the tallest cinema globally.

Paul John Anderson, Director of Omniplex Cinemas, emphasised this heritage in a statement covered by Yahoo UK News on 26 October 2025:

“The Renfrew Street cinema is one of Glasgow’s most iconic cultural landmarks and a cornerstone of the wider UK cinema industry. Steeped in entertainment history, from the site’s early days as Green’s Playhouse and later the Apollo to what now sits in its place as the tallest cinema in the world, this venue holds a special place in the hearts of many moviegoers. We are proud to be welcoming this historic site into the Omniplex family.”

Endless Creative Lab’s YouTube feature on 27 October 2025 further detailed the site’s transformation, noting its journey from Green’s Playhouse to a modern cinematic powerhouse. Every Voice Counts, in their 26 October 2025 video, echoed this, calling it “an iconic landmark” undergoing a “major upgrade” post-Cineworld closure. These accounts underscore the venue’s enduring cultural significance, now poised for revival under Omniplex.

Why Is Omniplex Launching Recruitment Now?

Recruitment has begun with the general manager role as the flagship position. The official job advert, as provided in the initial announcement, states:

“Omniplex Cinemas are seeking an exceptional general manager to lead our landmark cinema located on Renfrew Street in the heart of Glasgow city centre.”

This full-time, permanent post commands a competitive salary of £43,000, reflecting the venue’s high profile.

Beyond Borders Media reported on 26 October 2025 that “recruitment for new roles at the site will begin in the coming months,” aligning precisely with this drive. Yahoo UK News corroborated this timeline, stating on 26 October 2025:

“The new cinema will be hiring staff ahead of its planned mid-2026 reopening in the coming months.”

The urgency ties to the summer 2026 target, allowing time for hiring, training, and operational readiness.

What Roles Are Available at the New Cinema?

While the general manager position leads the recruitment, further opportunities loom. Talents by StudySmarter listed a General Assistant role on 1 November 2025, describing duties as:

“Assist customers at the box office, concessions, and on the floor for a fantastic cinema experience.”

It highlights benefits like employee discounts, flexible part-time hours, and a vibrant team environment, with qualifications including customer service experience and an age requirement of 18 or over due to licensing laws. The posting adds:

“This multi functional role includes all duties at the Box office, Concessions and Floor. High levels of customer service and product knowledge will be required through supplying information, dealing efficiently with queries and assisting patrons wherever possible.”

Omniplex’s careers page, updated 25 July 2025, promotes a broader ethos:

“We believe hiring and developing talented individuals brings business success. If you are looking for a fantastic career opportunity, then this could be the right place for you.”

Although focused on Irish sites like Sligo and Dublin Balbriggan with deadlines of 8 August 2025, it signals the chain’s ongoing expansion mindset applicable to Glasgow. SimplyHired’s overview of Omniplex roles, drawing from employee data, lists averages such as £28,000 for duty managers and £12.21 per hour for cleaners, providing salary context for prospective applicants.

What Upgrades Will the Cinema Feature?

Renovations promise a state-of-the-art experience. Beyond Borders Media detailed on 26 October 2025:

“With extensive renovations, the cinema is expected to reopen in the summer of 2026, offering fully reclining auditoriums, upgraded laser projection and sound, and three giant ‘OmniplexMAXX’ screens featuring Barco 4K Laser projection and Dolby Atmos sound.”

Endless Creative Lab’s 27 October 2025 coverage added:

“With recliner seats, laser projection, Dolby Atmos sound, and a unique food truck, Omniplex promises an immersive cinematic journey.”

Every Voice Counts specified on 26 October 2025:

“With recliner seats, upgraded laser projection and sound, and three massive OmniplexMAXX screens… Plus, a unique food truck, Joe’s Food Truck, will be part of the new cinema.”

Yahoo UK News confirmed the

“addition of three giant OmniplexMAXX screens featuring high-definition 4K projection.”

These enhancements position the venue as a premium destination, blending history with cutting-edge technology.

How Does This Fit Omniplex’s Scottish Expansion?

This marks Omniplex’s second Scottish outpost after Clydebank’s 2024 debut. Beyond Borders Media noted on 26 October 2025:

“This acquisition marks a significant milestone in Omniplex’s expansion into Great Britain.”

The Clydebank success likely informs the Glasgow strategy, building a stronger UK footprint.

Paul John Anderson’s comments, as cited in Yahoo UK News, frame it as a proud step: “We are proud to be welcoming this historic site into the Omniplex family.” Recruitment aligns with this growth, ensuring a skilled team for the landmark opening.

What Does This Mean for Glasgow’s Cinema Scene?

The reopening revitalises a key city centre spot, filling the void left by Cineworld. Every Voice Counts reported the closure in September 2025, paving the way for Omniplex’s “exceptional movie-going experience.” Local film enthusiasts stand to gain from enhanced facilities, potentially boosting footfall in Renfrew Street.

As a hub for culture, the venue’s revival supports Glasgow’s vibrant entertainment landscape. With jobs on offer amid economic pressures, it provides employment opportunities in hospitality and customer service.

When Can We Expect the Cinema to Open?

All sources converge on summer 2026. Beyond Borders Media specified “summer of 2026”; Yahoo UK News said “mid-2026”; Endless Creative Lab and Every Voice Counts aligned with “mid-2026.” Recruitment timing ensures preparedness.

Who Is Leading Omniplex’s Vision?

Paul John Anderson emerges as the key figure, with his quoted praise for the site’s history. No other executives are named across reports, but his role as Director underscores strategic oversight.