Looking for a Watersports

Greece, Croatia, Italy Spain, Croatia, Europe, Greece, Italy, Spain

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Job Description

COVID-19 & BREXIT UPDATE

It’s safe to say that 2020 didn’t really turn out to be the year any of us were expecting! That aside, we’re working hard in the shadows to ensure that we bounce back stronger, and continue on our mission to provide exceptional holidays for our guests, and awesome work opportunities for our staff as soon as humanly possible.

Like most businesses in the Travel Industry, we’re facing unprecedented challenges; however, we continue to do everything within our power to negotiate the ever-changing circumstances surrounding, not only the Coronavirus pandemic, but also, the yet unknown impact of Brexit upon how we do what we do.

If you would like to join our overseas team for both winter 2020/21 or summer 2021, please click on the ‘APPLY NOW’ button below to register your interest. Here you can provide us with a few basic details.

To ensure that we are in the strongest possible position to move forward, we’re currently in the process of implementing vital updates to our systems and full application process.

As soon as we’re ready, we’ll contact all interested candidates directly via email to request that you complete our brand new application process. This will also provide us with the opportunity to establish a clearer understanding of how the current circumstances are likely to play out.

We thank you in advance for your patience and understanding during these unusual times. Stay safe out there, and we’ll be in touch when further information is available.

Working for us is more than a job; it's a lifestyle! Spend the summer season based in one of our beautiful Beachclub resorts where it's all about sharing your passion for the activities you love. You'll be working hard, but the work is fun, and there's always plenty of time to play!

Water Skiing and Wakeboarding are very popular activities in our resorts, and our Ski Teams love to help our guests get out and enjoy the excellent conditions available throughout our programme.

As a qualified British Water Ski & Waterski (BWSW) coach, you understand that everybody learns in their way. Your dynamic approach and patience will ensure that your guests are up on their feet in no time.

You will help to deliver a brilliant Waterski/Wakeboard activity programme for the guests while always providing fantastic service. Whether it’s greeting guests as they arrive for their first tow ever or helping someone celebrate landing a well-practised trick, you will go out of your way to make sure that these moments are memorable!

We are always looking for friendly, energetic and approachable individuals to join our amazing team! People who can build rapport with ease and continue to give our guests confidence in the fact that every element of their holiday is being delivered by people that care.

 Key Responsibilities and Tasks:

  • To be well presented with a professional attitude at all times

  • To maintain an excellent standard of customer service

  • To deliver an excellent water ski/wakeboard programme that follows the BWSW syllabus

  • To rotate within the team and to take responsibility for coaching, driving and spotting

  • You'll greet the guests on the pontoon, take bookings and to prepare people for their tow

  • To ensure the highest standard of health and safety is adhered to and that guests are coached on the effective/safe use of all equipment

  • To take personal responsibility for the maintenance, repair and security of all company quipment

  • To ensure that the appearance of the pontoon and waterski Centre always meets guest expectations

  • The ability to work well, both independently and as part of the team

  • To set up, pack up, and assist all guests using our equipment and facilities each day

  • To assist the set-up of the beach/hotel at the start of the season and the pack down of the resort at the end of the season

  • To assist in the organisation and hosting of social events, delivering briefings and always be happy to interact with guests at all times

  • To be prepared to move between different resorts according to the operational needs of the business and to fulfil your contractual end date

  • To be flexible in your job role and willing to assist in all other duties as requested by your manager

Qualifications & Experience Required:

  • British Water Ski & Wakeboard (BWSW) Licensed Coach

  • British Water Ski Wakeboard (BWSW) Ski Boat Driver Award (SBD2)

  • First Aid certificate that is valid for the duration of your contract – This should be a minimum 6-hour practical course providing a certificate that is valid in the workplace.

  • Educated to GCSE standard

  • Experience of working in a waterski/wakeboard environment would be desirable

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

  •  Ability to deliver fun, engaging, safe and informative Waterski and Wakeboard sessions

  • Skilled ski boat driver - Please note: Permission to drive ski boats in Greece is subject to local legislation

  • Knowledge of the BWSW syllabus

  • Knowledge of the current waterski and wakeboard industry (desirable)

  • Ability to effectively communicate with guests of all ages, management, and other staff

  • Ability to work well within a team and maintain effective working relationships

  • Able to work well using your own initiative and to follow both verbal and written instructions accurately

Personal Qualities:

  • Approachable, welcoming, friendly, and enthusiastic

  • Self-motivated

  • Flexible

  • Punctual

  • Clean and tidy appearance

Qualifications ...

  • Ski Boat Driver Level 2 (SBD2)

  • RYA Powerboat Level 2

Certifications...

  • First Aid 

  • Safeguarding 

  • DBS

Please click the Apply online link below 


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