Volunteer Lock Keeper: Outdoor Canal Helper & Visitor Guide

Canal & River Trust; Stainforth; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A waterway conservation charity in Stainforth is looking for volunteer lock keepers to assist visitors and boaters at Bramwith Lock. This role involves being the friendly face of the waterway, providing help to boaters, and participating in maintaining the area. Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, no prior experience is required, just a commitment of one day a week. As a volunteer, you'll meet new people, learn practical skills, and support the heritage of the waterways in your local community.

Benefits

Meet other local volunteers

Learn new skills

Discover other volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm and willingness to learn.
• Available at least one day a week.
• Over 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Assist boats through the locks.
• Engage with waterway visitors.
• Perform litter picking and minor vegetation works.

Skills

Communication skills

Practical skills

Teamworking skills

Job description

A waterway conservation charity in Stainforth is looking for volunteer lock keepers to assist visitors and boaters at Bramwith Lock. This role involves being the friendly face of the waterway, providing help to boaters, and participating in maintaining the area. Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, no prior experience is required, just a commitment of one day a week. As a volunteer, you'll meet new people, learn practical skills, and support the heritage of the waterways in your local community.