Job Description
We are looking for someone with an MCA Boatmasters license to skipper a class V 37 passenger vessel in Poole harbour, to provide an island service for residents, staff and volunteers.
Salary: £26,793 per annum (£26,793 - £28,509 - depending on experience)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week.
Potential start date: ASAP
This is a key representative role that includes accommodation on the island, a two-bedroom cottage that overlooks the harbour at the front and the lagoon behind. Between two other skippers you will also be responsible for the evening boat service and the out of hours on call service on a rotated basis.
Internally you'll be known as 'Boat Operator/Ranger'.
What it's like to work here
Stunning Brownsea island is located in Poole Harbour. The island is a haven for wildlife, with an array of habitats including woodland, heathland and a lagoon. The thriving outdoor centre hosts a variety of sports and activities. Travelling to work by water is one of the perks of the job at Brownsea Island and a free boat is available for staff. If you are enthusiastic, customer-focused and love the great outdoors, the team would love to hear from you.
What you'll be doing
You will be required to operate a safe, efficient and professional boat service. You will ensure that all boats are operated and maintained in accordance with current regulations and guidelines.
Who we're looking for
The primary part of this role will be to work as a boat skipper, therefore to be successful you'll need to have:
- a MCA Boatmasters Licence
- experience in handling boats in varying and challenging sea conditions
- demonstrate a passion for nature, heritage and the outdoors
- a full UK driving licence
- be an excellent team player
- be able to work safely, with risk assessments and compliance with safety procedures
The package
The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.
- Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary
- Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
- Rental deposit loan scheme
- Season ticket loan
- EV car lease scheme
- Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts
- Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.
- Flexible working whenever possible
- Employee assistance programme
- Free parking at most Trust places
