Employer's Name: River Dart Country Park
Location: Devon (South)
Job Type: Full-time 42.5hrs per week (Seasonal)
Wage: Starting from £27,000 per annum dependant on age, qualifications and experience.
Campsite pitch for the season may be available for the right candidate.
Essential Qualifications/ Experience: Full Driving Licence required. First aid certificate and Horticulture qualifications would be advantageous but not essential.
Start date: ASAP.
Interview Dates: By arrangement.
To apply: Application forms can be found at https://riverdart.co.uk/about-us/vacancies/. Email completed application form to Human Resources.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join our friendly team at River Dart Country Park as a Campsite Warden. River Dart Country Park sits on 90 acres of parkland within Dartmoor National Park. The Park is one of Devon's best-loved family tourist attractions and campsites, and is packed with activities. In addition to the campsite, bed and breakfast and play areas, the park is also a popular venue for both corporate clients and weddings.
River Dart Country Park is a multi-award-winning business, and we pride ourselves on achieving the highest of standards. If you think you have the skills and passion, we would love for you to join our friendly team as a Campsite Warden.
Main/Key Responsibilities:
1. Act as a first point of contact for customers staying on our 4* Touring Site.
2. Helping with enquiries and any problems which arise in a helpful and friendly manner, to ensure customers have an enjoyable stay.
3. Showing campers to their pitches.
4. Provide information about the park and types of attractions on site.
5. Responsible for maintaining high standards of grass cutting and collection of refuge and the upkeep on the Touring site.
6. Monitor that all campers adhere to the company’s rules and regulations, terms and conditions.
7. Adhere and promote company risk assessments and health and safety policies.
8. Repair or report any faults with equipment to the Estate Manager/ General Manager.
9. Liaise with Grounds and Housekeeping departments to ensure the appearance and cleanliness of the Touring site.
10. Taking and reconciling payments including any necessary paperwork.
11. Liaising with the office staff to ensure smooth running of the busy touring site.
Skills and Experience:
1. Excellent customer care and communication skills.
2. Excellent telephone manner.
3. Professional and effective email writing.
4. Able to interact in a professional manner with colleagues and customers.
5. Committed to providing a high standard of service.
6. Be able to work to a timetable and deadlines.
7. Full driving licence.
Personal Attributes:
1. Honest and trustworthy.
2. Able to work as part of a team and alone unsupervised.
3. Hard working and committed.
4. Must be able to deal with any problems which arise with customers in a calm and effective manner.
5. Have excellent time keeping.
6. Can prioritise jobs in order of importance.
7. Well-motivated, flexible, friendly and have an enthusiastic approach to work.
8. A high standard of personal hygiene and smart appearance.
General:
1. Take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and others.
2. Work in accordance with the Country Park’s environmental policy.
3. In addition, all employees are expected to work within the terms of employment and adhere to River Dart Country Park policies.
The successful Campsite Team candidate will benefit from:
1. Free use of our Dartmoor Bike Park.
2. Free entry to the park on your days off.
3. 20% food discount whilst you are working.
4. Discount off camping for you and your family.
Applications close on: 02 May 2025
Ad placed: 17 March 2025
Please use this form to respond to this vacancy advert (or telephone 01364 652511).
If the employer has asked for a CV, please complete this form initially, they will then respond with an email address to forward your CV to.
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