Boat Supervisor

Willen Lake is Milton Keynes’ most popular park with activities on and off the water for the whole family. Whether that’s scaling new heights at Treetop Extreme, cooling down at Splash ‘n’ Play or learning a new skill out on the water, there’s something for everyone. Plus, with 180 acres of beautiful lakeside park to enjoy, many of our visitors choose to spend the whole day with us.

Willen Lake is managed by The Parks Trust, an independent charity, that cares for over 6,000 acres of parkland and green space in Milton Keynes. Our aim is to provide beautiful, diverse and sustainable parks, lakes, woods and landscapes that will be loved by the people of Milton Keynes, forever.

We are looking for Boat Hire Supervisor to join our team. The role will be responsible for running our Boat Hire operation and managing self-launches, as well kitting up visitors booked on for Watersportssessions.

As part of this role you will ensure all our visitors have a safe and memorable experience out on the water by giving safety briefs and ensuring the appropriate kit is issued. You will also undertake regular inspections to ensure all equipment is in good condition and ready for use.

The role will require working shifts across a 7-day operation, typically between the hours of 8am and 8pm. Working a minimum of one in two weekends, as well as some bank holidays should be expected.

About the role

• This role is on a fixed-term basis until 30th September 2026.

Hours

• Minimum 16 hours per week, working up to 45 hours per week
• The role will require working shifts across a 7-day operation, typically between the hours of 8am and 8pm. Working weekends, as well as some bank holidays should be expected.

We are looking for flexible and outgoing individuals who are confident in engaging with visitors of all ages and abilities. Experience of working in a busy leisure environment is desirable, as is holding an RYA Powerboat Level 2 qualification. It is essential you will have some line manager experience and or experience in leading a team.

• Ongoing support and training.
• Excellent contributory pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution).
• Income protection and life assurance cover after qualifying period.
• Enhanced family friendly policies after qualifying period.
• Home Working policy.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Salary sacrifice schemes for tech & electric cars.
• Generous annual leave allowance plus a wellbeing day off each year.
• Buying and Selling option for annual leave.
• Medical Cash Plan.
• Access to employee wellbeing helpline.
• Discount for Willen Lake activities and café.
• Free eye tests.
• Great office in a parkland setting with free parking.

Application process

Please apply online using the link through our website using Cezanne.

Closing Date: Friday 20th February 2026

The Parks Trust is committed to safeguarding and will always recruit all personnel in line with government guidelines, relevant legislation, Charity Commission guidance and best practice standards.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.