About this opportunity
Are you passionate about Lake Windermere? Do you have leadership skills and a love for the outdoors? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!
We are seeking a dedicated Operational Team Leader to oversee our operations on the stunning Lake Windermere. As the largest natural lake in England, Lake Windermere provides the ideal backdrop for our team to deliver exceptional service to our customers, stakeholders, and communities.
You will lead a team of highly skilled and experienced individuals, ensuring smooth operations and upholding the highest standards of safety and service excellence. Your responsibilities will include coordinating daily activities, managing resources effectively, and fostering a culture of safety, teamwork, and professionalism while ensuring the highest standards of customer service.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Team Leadership: Manage and motivate a team of lake wardens, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
2. Incident Response: Lead the team in responding to emergencies and incidents on the lake.
3. Safety Management: Oversee safety for all lake users.
4. Community Engagement: Work closely with local communities, stakeholders, and visitors to promote sustainable use of the lake.
5. Financial Management: Ensure measures are in place to protect revenue generated by the Lake Warden service and assist with preparation and management of the annual revenue and capital budget.
What we’re looking for:
1. Leadership Experience: Proven experience in a leadership role, preferably in an outdoor or environmental setting.
2. Passion for the Environment: A strong commitment to environmental conservation and sustainability.
3. Excellent Communication Skills: Ability to engage with a diverse range of people, from local residents to tourists.
4. Problem-Solving Abilities: Quick thinking and effective decision-making skills.
Why Join Us?
1. Make a Difference: Play a key role at one of the UK’s most iconic natural landmarks.
2. Dynamic Work Environment: Enjoy a varied and exciting role in the heart of the Lake District.
3. Professional Development: Opportunities for training and career advancement within the organization.
4. Community Impact: Work with a passionate team dedicated to making a positive impact on the local community and environment.
If you’re ready to take on this rewarding challenge and lead our Lake Warden team, we’d love to hear from you!
What can we offer you?
* Excellent training and development offers.
* Flexible working opportunities.
* Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.
* Boost your pension with Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (facilitated by AVC Wise).
* Various perks and discounts schemes, including money off your phone contract and local gyms.
* Competitive rates of pay.
* A 12-month digital trial (from 1 June 2024) of a new scheme that allows free workplace car parking for employees in all Westmorland and Furness Council owned car parks between Monday to Friday.
Please refer to the post specification for more detail.
To apply please click the Apply Now link below.
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