Job Vacancies: Maintenance/Grounds Person & Housekeeping Assistant
Location: Near Kingsbridge & Salcombe, South Devon
We are looking for two motivated individuals to join our friendly team across two beautiful, award-winning sites located just one mile apart in South Devon.
About Us
Parkland Caravan, Camping & Glamping Site
- AA Five-Star Platinum, adults-only (no dogs)
- 45 pitches, 9 glamping units
- Luxury washrooms (“Diamond Loo of the Year”)
- Licensed shop and high-quality facilities
Island Lodge Caravan Site
- AA Five-Star family & dog-friendly site
- 38 pitches with a peaceful rural setting
Position One: General Maintenance / Grounds Person (Full Time)
We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic individual for a varied, hands-on role maintaining our award-winning sites.
Key Responsibilities
- Grounds maintenance (grass cutting, strimming, hedge cutting, pitch upkeep)
- General repairs and site maintenance (facilities and glamping units)
- Waste and recycling management
- Safe use and upkeep of tools and machinery
- Routine health & safety checks
- Painting and general upkeep
- Assisting housekeeping (e.g. BBQs, outdoor areas)
- Guest interaction and support
- Supporting the site owner with other tasks (including some heavy lifting)
Details
- Hours: 20–38 per week
- Days: 3–5 days (including weekends in peak season)
- Pay: £13.25 per hour + holiday pay
- Contract: Permanent (or seasonal until end of October/November)
Position Two: Cleaner / General Assistant (Part Time)
We are looking for an enthusiastic and reliable cleaner to join our housekeeping team.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain high cleanliness standards across all facilities
- Clean and prepare glamping accommodation
- Bed making, kitchens, washrooms, BBQs, outdoor areas
- Light maintenance and grounds tasks
- Changing bulbs, replacing batteries, litter picking, sweeping, basic gardening and weeding
- Assisting and communicating with guests
Details
- Hours: 10–30 per week
- Days: 2–5 days (including weekends in peak season)
- Pay: £13.25 per hour + holiday pay
- Contract: Permanent (or seasonal until end of October/November)
Additional Benefits
- Pitch available for a motorhome or caravan (Sorry no children or pets)
- Generous electric allowance
- Basic workwear provided
What We’re Looking For
- Friendly, honest, and proactive attitude
- Strong customer service skills
- Previous experience in a hands-on role preferred
- Understanding of health & safety practices
- Flexible and adaptable to seasonal demands
- Ability to work independently and as part of a small team
We welcome applications from couples or two individuals.
How to Apply
Please send your CV along with a short introduction about yourself, your experience, and why you’re suited to the role:
[email protected]
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temp to perm, Permanent
Pay: £13.25 per hour
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Kingsbridge TQ7 4AF: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
- Maintenance/Grounds work or Housekeeping: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person
