Trainee Park Manager (Holiday Homes / Touring)

Trainee Park Management Opportunity - Ideal for Two Individuals Applying Together

Based Near Aberystwyth
£61,000 + OTE circa £70,000 + Rent-Free Two Bedroom Accommodation

Looking for a lifestyle change with real progression potential?

This is a rare opportunity for two individuals to join as a team in a hands-on, varied and rewarding role within a thriving coastal holiday park, with a clear pathway into Park Management.

Set in a stunning seaside location, the park is home to over 220 owner-occupied holiday homes, alongside touring, camping, and holiday rental accommodation. We are now looking to recruit two motivated people to become a key part of the on-site management team.

The Opportunity

Working together, you will support the Park Managers in the day-to-day running of the park, gaining exposure to all aspects of operations from customer experience and sales through to site management.

This opportunity may particularly suit:

• Individuals applying together (e.g. friends, partners, or colleagues)
• Experienced park wardens or assistant managers looking to progress
• Those in hospitality, leisure, or property sales seeking a lifestyle move
• Ambitious people looking for a long-term career in holiday park management

Responsibilities

No two days are the same. Duties include:

• Supporting holiday home sales and customer enquiries
• Managing and creating social media content
• Assisting touring and camping guests
• Supporting holiday home siting and pitch development
• Supervising the team in the absence of Park Managers
• Reception duties, calls and emails
• General maintenance, gardening, and cleaning

Experience in sales and hands-on practical tasks across the team is important - full training will be provided.

Requirements

We are looking for two people who can work effectively together, with complementary skills:

• Experience in a similar park, hospitality, leisure, or customer-facing role
• Confidence in sales/customer interaction (within the team)
• Practical, hands-on capability (within the team)
• Strong communication skills and a proactive attitude
• Comfortable using social media as a business tool
• A genuine interest in a lifestyle role living on-site
• Full UK driving licences required

Working Pattern

• Full-time, permanent roles
• 5 days one week / 6 days the next (rota-based)
• Weekend & bank holiday working required
• Seasonal variation (busier summers, quieter winters)
• Flexibility to cover management absence

What's on Offer

• £61,000 combined salary
• OTE circa £70,000 (with sales commission)
• Rent-free 2-bedroom accommodation (P11D value £8,080)
• Council tax & water included
• Clear progression path to Park Manager level

Why This Role?

This is more than a job - it's a lifestyle and long-term career opportunity:

• Live and work in a beautiful coastal setting
• Build a future in a growing industry
• Be part of a close-knit, supportive team
• Develop skills across operations, sales, and leadership