Operations Assistant at Dorney Lake

Eton College; Windsor; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rent-free accommodation on Queen’s Ey.

Job summary

Eton College’s Dorney Lake site is seeking an Operations Assistant to join our team. You will support day-to-day operations of the grounds, buildings and events, with a focus on on-site security, water safety and boat handling.

Responsibilities include operating and maintaining boats, assisting with grounds maintenance, and ensuring health and safety standards. An optional rent-free two-bedroom accommodation on Queen’s Eyot may be available, with additional island-management duties if taken.

Qualifications

• Experience of boats or water-based operations is essential.
• Ability to swim a minimum of 50m.
• First Aid at Work or similar training desirable (training provided).
• RYA Level 2 Powerboat certificate desirable (training provided).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in day-to-day operations of the site, buildings and events.
• Support on-site security and water safety.
• Assist in driving and maintenance of boats and related equipment.
• Contribute to grounds and facilities maintenance as required.
• Support the management and stewardship of Queen’s Eyot island if accommodation option is taken.

Skills

Boat handling

Water safety

Maintenance basics

Swimming (50m)

Communication

Health & safety

Job description

We are seeking to appoint an Operations Assistant to join the team at Dorney Lake. Dorney Lake is a modern world-class rowing and flat water canoeing centre set in a spectacular 400-acre parkland near Windsor. This role is to assist in the day to day operations and responsibilities involved in all aspects of the site and business which include the grounds, buildings and events, with a focus on on-site security, water safety and the driving and maintenance of the various boats.

For the successful candidate, we may be able to offer accommodation in a two-bedroom flat (which is currently rent free) on Queen’s Eyot , an exclusive island owned by Eton College and accessed adjacent to nearby Bray Marina. In return for the accommodation, there would be some additional responsibilities supporting the College with the day-to-day management and stewardship of the island. Further details can be provided to candidates who are interested. The accommodation is entirely optional and is not a requirement of the role. Candidates will be selected solely on their suitability for the core Operations Assistant position. If you would like to be considered for the accommodation, please indicate this in your application.

To be successful in this role, the incumbent should have:

• Knowledge and understanding of working with boats on the water in a confident and safe way is essential;
• General maintenance skills;
• Ability to swim a minimum distance of 50m;
• RYA Level 2 Powerboat Certificate is desirable however training will be given;
• First Aid at Work qualified is desirable however training will be given;
• A clear understanding of Health and Safety legislation;
• The ability to communicate effectively with customers, clients and staff;
• A calm, professional manner with strong communication and interpersonal skills;

Please see job description for a full list of duties and responsibilities.

Applications close on the 13th of September 2026.