Grounds & General Maintenance Operative

2 weeks ago


Penrith, Cumbria, United Kingdom Lake District Estates - Waterfoot Park Full time

Grounds & General Maintenance Operative
Waterfoot Park, Pooley Bridge, Ullswater, Cumbria, CA11 0JF

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Position:
Permanent, Full Time

Hours: 40 hours per week (5 days on a flexible basis - rota to include some weekends & public holidays)

Rate:
£10.62 per hour

About the Job


Our Grounds and Maintenance Operatives engage in a range of tasks connected with the maintenance and upkeep of the site, helping to ensure the park is well presented and maintained at all times.

This is a varied role with key responsibilities being but not limited to:

  • Attending to general maintenance requirements across the site including performing preventative maintenance, handling basic repairs, and making sure all machinery and equipment is kept in a clean and serviceable condition.
  • On call duties may be required for which a mobile phone will be provided.
  • Completing planned and reported grounds and general maintenance issues.
  • Assisting with the delivery of bottled gas and other operational activities as required.
  • Assisting with siting and desiting of Holiday Homes
  • Assisting Maintenance Manager with the recording and completion of Health and safety checks so basic computer knowledge would be an advantage but training will be provided. Always working in a safe manner and recognising, rectifying or reporting any health and safety concerns immediately.

Reporting
The successful applicant will report to the Park Maintenance Manager. There will be no direct reports.

Person Specification


We are looking for someone with experience in grounds and general maintenance, who is enthusiastic and proactive, with the ability to work both on their own and as part of a small team.

They must be professional, have good communication skills and an appreciation of the need for high quality and excellent customer service.


A full driving licence is a requirement of the role, as the position may include driving a variety of vehicles on site.


About Waterfoot Park
Waterfoot Park, is located in the Ullswater valley within a UNESCO World Heritage Site, The Lake District National Park.

Nestled in the grounds of a Georgian Mansion overlooking England's most beautiful lake, Ullswater, Waterfoot Park is the perfect location for touring, self-catering and glamping holidays as well as holiday homes available for sale.

We are just a short walk from the Ullswater 'Steamers' Pier, the charming village of Pooley Bridge and located on the Ullswater Way walking route.


More about Lake District Estates
Established over 80 years ago, Lake District Estates is a leading leisure and property business in Cumbria

Amongst its portfolio are:

two of the region's leading visitor attractions - Ullswater Steamers and Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway, a collection of Peter Rabbit & Friends retail shops, a residential letting portfolio, 6 holiday parks and a holiday marina village.


Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Salary:
£10.62 per hour

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Employee discount
  • Free parking
  • Health & wellbeing programme
  • Life insurance
  • Onsite parking
  • Sick pay

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

Work Location:
In person

Reference ID:
Maintenance Operative

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