Pier & Foreshore Operations & Safety Officer

South End City Council; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Flexible working

Excellent training and development

Full list of benefits per Council

Job summary

Southend on Sea City Council is inviting applications for a Pier & Foreshore Officer. The role involves patrolling the Pier and foreshore, ensuring safety, assisting visitors, and supporting the Pier Railway operations.

It is a full-time, permanent position with varied duties across customer service, safety, and transport-related tasks. You'll work weekends and evenings on a rota, and a full driving license is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in a customer-facing operational environment.
• Clear communication and ability to work independently and in a team.
• Understanding of health and safety and safe working practices.
• Ability to follow procedures and maintain accurate records.
• Full, clean driving license is required.
• First Aid at Work qualification, or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Carry out patrols and safety inspections of the Pier and foreshore.
• Identify hazards or maintenance issues and report them.
• Support events and provide friendly, professional visitor service.
• Operate the Southend Pier Railway, including train duties and checks.
• Respond to incidents and assist visitors as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Health & safety

Procedures

Teamwork

First Aid

Job description

Southend on Sea City Council is inviting applications for a Pier & Foreshore Officer. The role involves patrolling the Pier and foreshore, ensuring safety, assisting visitors, and supporting the Pier Railway operations.

It is a full-time, permanent position with varied duties across customer service, safety, and transport-related tasks. You'll work weekends and evenings on a rota, and a full driving license is required.