Summary

This is a key role, caring for and maintaining the setting of a Grade 1 Scheduled monument. Working as part of a visitor focused team, that welcomes over 200,000 visitors a year, your role will focus on the physical maintenance of the castle grounds; managing vegetation, keeping paths on good repair and ensuring infrastructure for events and visitors are always in excellent order. This role will be known as a Facilities Co-ordinator internally. 

 Interview date is set for Tuesday 15 February 2022 

Please note contractually you'll be known as a Facilities Co-ordinator

Due to the nature of this role a driving licence is required.

What it's like to work here

One of Britain's most iconic and evocative survivors of the English Civil War, partially demolished in 1646 by the Parliamentarians, Corfe is now cared for by a team that works smoothly together to ensure that visitors have a really great experience in a beautiful setting. The presentation of the castle is a key part of this and a willingness to do what is required to create a memorable visit, is key in this role.  

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/corfe-castle 

What you'll be doing

Working as part of Visitor Operations team, and under guidance from conservators, the role of Site Maintenance Officer will range from assisting with keeping the site clean and well-presented through to delivering work on the physical conservation of the castle, its ecology or visitor presentation needs. A key role in assisting in conservation of the castle for the future generations.  

Please also read the full role profile attached to this advert. 

Who we're looking for

Our team believe that people deserve more than just ‘good service’ but an amazing experience that they’ll never forget, and we’re looking for like-minded people to join us.

We'd love to hear from you if you have;

• Experience in a facilities role in a customer service environment

• Flexible, customer focussed approach with understanding of good customer service standards

• Good organisational skills and attention to detail

• Good interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to use tools, equipment as required for the role

• Willingness to work alongside volunteers and is able to support volunteers to perform at their best

• Ability to multi-task and work in collaboration with other departments

• Ability to work well in a team

• Good IT skills (Microsoft Office)

The package

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.

Wherever you’re from, and whatever your background, we want to hear from you – and it doesn’t matter if you’re jam first, cream first, or even if you don’t like scones at all. Everyone is welcome.

Benefits for working at the National Trust include:

• Flexible working whenever possible

• Free parking at most locations

• Free entry to our properties for you, a guest and your children (under 18)

• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary

Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.