Volunteer Team Leader

2 months ago


Wigan, Wigan, United Kingdom Canal & River Trust Full time

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Volunteer Team Leader to support the Area Operations Manager in the North West region. The successful candidate will provide guidance to a growing number of active volunteers and our in-house team, ensuring the safe and efficient maintenance, conservation, and improvement of the waterway network for local communities and visitors to enjoy.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage volunteer groups, task days, and lock keepers to ensure effective and safe delivery of projects.
  • Develop and implement volunteering opportunities on locks and other waterway features.
  • Deliver training to volunteers in accordance with set standards and ensure they are equipped to perform their roles safely and efficiently.
  • Identify opportunities for volunteers and update records of work and time delivered.
  • Ensure all equipment is appropriate for the task, in good condition, and used correctly.
  • Prepare safe systems of work, induct volunteers onsite, and manage safe delivery.
  • Support communication within the team, including sharing relevant corporate messages and providing feedback to the Area Operations Manager.
  • Active involvement in day-to-day tasks, including lock keeping, water control, vegetation management, small projects, and planned maintenance.

About You

  • Experience of working in a relevant environment, such as volunteering, environmental works, customer service operations, or maintenance.
  • Experience of leading a small team and managing volunteers.
  • Great organization and prioritizing skills, with the ability to work flexible hours to meet volunteering and business needs.
  • Effective and engaging communication skills, with the ability to communicate well with customers, volunteers, and staff at all levels.
  • Computer literate, with good knowledge of Microsoft Office package.
  • UK Driving license essential.

What We Offer

  • Annual salary of £27,220, plus a competitive contributory DC Pension scheme arrangement.
  • 25 days paid holiday, plus paid Bank Holidays, increasing to 27 days plus Bank Holidays after 3 years.
  • Annual £200 personal learning & growth award to spend on any learning-related activity.
  • Free access to specialist counselling on a range of issues.
  • Access to a range of employee benefits, including store discounts, boating holiday discounts, and holiday purchase scheme.
  • Expansive maternity/paternity provisions.
  • Progressive access to learning tools and CPD.
  • 2 days paid volunteering leave, volunteering for local community project work.

  • Volunteer Team Leader

    3 weeks ago


    Wigan, Wigan, United Kingdom Canal & River Trust Full time

    Job Title: Volunteer Team LeaderWe are seeking a highly organized and proactive Volunteer Team Leader to support our Area Operations Manager in the North West region. As a key member of our team, you will provide guidance to a growing number of active volunteers and our in-house team, ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of tasks and projects.About the...

  • Volunteer Team Leader

    3 weeks ago


    Wigan, Wigan, United Kingdom Canal & River Trust Full time

    Job Title: Volunteer Team LeaderWe are seeking a highly organized and proactive Volunteer Team Leader to support our Area Operations Manager in the North West region. As a key member of our team, you will provide guidance to a growing number of active volunteers and our in-house team, ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of tasks and projects.About the...

  • Volunteer Team Leader

    2 weeks ago


    Wigan, Wigan, United Kingdom Canal & River Trust Full time

    Job Title: Volunteer Team LeaderWe are seeking a highly organized and proactive Volunteer Team Leader to support the Area Operations Manager in managing a growing number of active volunteers and our in-house team. The successful candidate will provide guidance and leadership to volunteers and the team to ensure the safe and efficient delivery of tasks and...


  • Wigan, Wigan, United Kingdom Canal & River Trust Full time

    Job Title: Volunteer Team LeaderJob PurposeWe are seeking a highly organised and proactive Volunteer Team Leader to support the Area Operations Manager in the North West region. The successful candidate will provide guidance to a growing number of active volunteers and our in-house team, ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of tasks and projects.Key...

  • Volunteer Team Leader

    1 month ago


    Wigan, Wigan, United Kingdom Canal & River Trust Full time

    Job Title: Volunteer Team LeaderWe are seeking a highly organized and proactive Volunteer Team Leader to support our Area Operations Manager in the North West region. As a key member of our team, you will provide guidance to a growing number of active volunteers and our in-house team, ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of tasks and projects.About the...

  • Volunteer Team Leader

    1 month ago


    Wigan, Wigan, United Kingdom Canal & River Trust Full time

    Job Title: Volunteer Team LeaderWe are seeking a highly organized and proactive Volunteer Team Leader to support our Area Operations Manager in the North West region. As a key member of our team, you will provide guidance to a growing number of active volunteers and our in-house team, ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of tasks and projects.About the...

  • Volunteer Team Leader

    3 weeks ago


    Wigan, Wigan, United Kingdom Canal & River Trust Full time

    Job Title: Volunteer Team LeaderJob Summary:We are seeking an organised, proactive, and engaging volunteering leader to support the Area Operations Manager in the North West region. The successful candidate will provide guidance to a growing number of active volunteers and our in-house team, focusing on the canals and rivers in the North West region.Key...

  • Volunteer Team Leader

    3 weeks ago


    Wigan, Wigan, United Kingdom Canal & River Trust Full time

    Job Title: Volunteer Team LeaderJob Summary:We are seeking an organised, proactive, and engaging volunteering leader to support the Area Operations Manager in the North West region. The successful candidate will provide guidance to a growing number of active volunteers and our in-house team, focusing on the canals and rivers in the North West region.Key...

  • Volunteer Team Leader

    1 month ago


    Wigan, Wigan, United Kingdom Canal & River Trust Full time

    Job Title: Volunteer Team LeaderWe are seeking a highly organized and proactive Volunteer Team Leader to support our Area Operations Manager in the North West region. As a key member of our team, you will provide guidance to a growing number of active volunteers and our in-house team, ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of tasks and projects.About the...

  • Volunteer Team Leader

    1 month ago


    Wigan, Wigan, United Kingdom Canal & River Trust Full time

    Job Title: Volunteer Team LeaderWe are seeking a highly organized and proactive Volunteer Team Leader to support our Area Operations Manager in the North West region. As a key member of our team, you will provide guidance to a growing number of active volunteers and our in-house team, ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of tasks and projects.About the...

  • Volunteer Team Leader

    4 weeks ago


    Wigan, Wigan, United Kingdom Canal & River Trust Full time

    Job Title: Volunteer Team LeaderJob Summary:We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Volunteer Team Leader to support the Area Operations Manager in leading a team of volunteers and in-house staff to maintain, conserve, and improve the environment and heritage of the waterway network for local communities and visitors to enjoy.Key...

  • Volunteer Team Leader

    4 weeks ago


    Wigan, Wigan, United Kingdom Canal & River Trust Full time

    Job Title: Volunteer Team LeaderJob Summary:We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Volunteer Team Leader to support the Area Operations Manager in leading a team of volunteers and in-house staff to maintain, conserve, and improve the environment and heritage of the waterway network for local communities and visitors to enjoy.Key...

  • Volunteer Team Leader

    2 months ago


    Wigan, Wigan, United Kingdom Canal & River Trust Full time

    Job Title: Volunteer Team LeaderJob Summary:We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Volunteer Team Leader to support the Area Operations Manager in the North West region. The successful candidate will provide guidance to a growing number of active volunteers and our in-house team, ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of tasks and projects.Key...

  • Volunteer Team Leader

    2 months ago


    Wigan, Wigan, United Kingdom Canal & River Trust Full time

    Job Title: Volunteer Team LeaderJob Summary:We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Volunteer Team Leader to support the Area Operations Manager in the North West region. The successful candidate will provide guidance to a growing number of active volunteers and our in-house team, ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of tasks and projects.Key...

  • Volunteer Team Leader

    1 month ago


    Wigan, Wigan, United Kingdom Canal & River Trust Full time

    Job Title: Volunteer Team LeaderJob Summary:We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Volunteer Team Leader to support the Area Operations Manager in the North West region. The successful candidate will provide guidance to a growing number of active volunteers and our in-house team, ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of tasks and projects.Key...

  • Volunteer Team Leader

    1 month ago


    Wigan, Wigan, United Kingdom Canal & River Trust Full time

    Job Title: Volunteer Team LeaderJob Summary:We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Volunteer Team Leader to support the Area Operations Manager in the North West region. The successful candidate will provide guidance to a growing number of active volunteers and our in-house team, ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of tasks and projects.Key...

  • Volunteer Team Leader

    4 weeks ago


    Wigan, Wigan, United Kingdom Canal & River Trust Full time

    Job Title: Volunteer Team LeaderJob Summary:We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Volunteer Team Leader to support the Area Operations Manager in leading a team of volunteers and in-house staff to maintain, conserve, and improve the environment and heritage of the waterway network for local communities and visitors to enjoy.Key...

  • Volunteer Team Leader

    4 weeks ago


    Wigan, Wigan, United Kingdom Canal & River Trust Full time

    Job Title: Volunteer Team LeaderJob Summary:We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Volunteer Team Leader to support the Area Operations Manager in leading a team of volunteers and in-house staff to maintain, conserve, and improve the environment and heritage of the waterway network for local communities and visitors to enjoy.Key...

  • Volunteer Team Leader

    1 month ago


    Wigan, Wigan, United Kingdom Canal & River Trust Full time

    Job Title: Volunteer Team LeaderWe are seeking a highly organized and proactive Volunteer Team Leader to support our Area Operations Manager in the North West region. As a key member of our team, you will provide guidance to a growing number of active volunteers and our in-house team, ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of tasks and projects.About the...

  • Volunteer Team Leader

    1 month ago


    Wigan, Wigan, United Kingdom Canal & River Trust Full time

    Job Title: Volunteer Team LeaderWe are seeking a highly organized and proactive Volunteer Team Leader to support our Area Operations Manager in the North West region. As a key member of our team, you will provide guidance to a growing number of active volunteers and our in-house team, ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of tasks and projects.About the...