Trip Boat Skipper and Tour Guide
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are looking for an enthusiastic, committed, friendly and qualified skipper to join our tour team for a very busy year. You will need a valid qualification under the inland waterways small boat passenger scheme requirements and a minimum of three years commercial boat experience.
You will work aboard Lady Pamela, our small passenger and events boat. We run a very busy schedule and so you should be a proven skipper with excellent people and communication skills. You will work as part of a close knit team delivering scripted sightseeing tours and hosting private party groups within an alcohol licensed premises. Daily you will work with different members of the boat tour team, and are expected to supervise staff to ensure great quality tours and customer service.
Your role will involve:
Start of the day checks and preparation
Management of the boat throughout the day
Supervision of crew and other tour staff
Delivery of great tours and parties
Management of safety and satisfaction of guests
End of day clean down and safety of boat
We will consider full time, part time, flexible and periodic working. You will report to and share the skippering and supervision of staff with both the Lead Skipper/Director and Associate Director. Tours will run from April to October.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Salary: £10.00-£15.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Every weekend
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Tips
Application question(s):
- Do you have a valid qualification under the inland waterways small passenger boat scheme's requirements?
Experience:
- commercial boat: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
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