Relief Weir Keeper x 2

Working within a bustling atmosphere as part of passionate team this role as a relief weir keeper plays a core part in providing fantastic customer service.

The Hours: This role is an hourly paid, fixed term role. Wherever possible we aim to offer a consistent working pattern, but we’re looking for flexibility as it may be necessary for us to alter this pattern from time to time to suit the needs of the business. We’d give you as much notice of this as possible. You'll most likely be working 2 days per week, Thursday and Friday one week and then Saturday and Sunday the following week. This could include the occasional bank holiday. 

The Salary: £11.50 per hour

Duration: Fixed term contract until 31 May 2025

Interviews: Date to be confirmed

Reporting to the Head Lengthsperson, you'll be working in close cooperation with a team of 15 weir operators.

River Wey & Godalming Navigations & Dapdune Wharf is a tranquil waterway running for nearly 20 miles through the heart of Surrey. The Wey was one of the first British rivers to be made navigable, and opened to barge traffic in 1653. This 15-mile waterway linked Guildford to Weybridge on the Thames, and then to London.

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Whilst the river can be demanding and hard work, it’s always rewarding. Our team of weir operators are on hand all day every day, making sure there is sufficient river depth for navigation and alleviating flood waters. Although you’ll mainly be working on your own, you’ll be part of a larger team performing a vital role in keeping the Navigations operational and delivering an excellent visitor experience.  

You’ll be responsible for maintaining navigation levels by checking river gauges and adjusting weir gates. You'll need to regularly monitor the river and have the flexibility to respond at short notice. This requires 24hr cover so you will need to live within close proximity of the Navigations. 

This role will require regular travel around the site to remote locations that are not accessible by public transport and you’ll need to be able to meet these travel requirements. 

You'll be;

• Helpful & Friendly

• Customer focused with a positive attitude

• Enthusiastic with a willingness to learn

• A team player, but also can work on your own initiative

The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.

•Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary

•Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)

•Rental deposit loan scheme

•Season ticket loan

•EV car lease scheme 

•Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts

•Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.

•Flexible working whenever possible

•Employee assistance programme

•Free parking at most Trust places

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