Join the Action: Paintball, Laser Tag, Quad Bike Trekking & Beyond - Become part of the team hosting the most memorable Forest experiences for any occasion
Events Team Members & Outdoor Legends
Are you looking for a high-energy, mixed outdoors weekend role that offers varied work and fantastic opportunities to develop your full range of personal and professional skills?
If you are passionate about working face-to-face with people, can show a real enthusiasm for customers, have a strong work ethic and a real duty of care to improve your skill sets; then you have found the right place!
GO Action Forest is South London & Surrey’s ultimate outdoor action venue. We are leading the evolution of action adventure - where obsessive innovation and limitless imagination ignite the extraordinary.
Based in a huge, scenic 50-acre themed forest, we provide a premium backdrop for the UK’s best & most immersive Paintballing, Forest Laser Tag and Quad Bike Trekking experiences, plus so much more.
We are the proud home of:
- GO Paintball London (www.gopaintball.co.uk)
- GO Laser Tag London (www.golasertaglondon.co.uk)
- GO Adventure Camp (www.goactionforest.co.uk/adventure-camp)
- GO Quad Biking London (www.goactionforest.co.uk/quad-biking-london)
Run by the former UK #1 Paintballer & World Cup Winner, Tommy ‘Gun’ Pemberton, GO Action Forest thrives off a real passion for running the highest quality outdoor action events.
Our friendly team has over 120+ years of combined events experience, and we are looking for our next "Team Legend" to join our crew of 50+ outdoor events staff.
The Role: Events Staff & Activity Host
This is a hands-on, active role where you’ll be out in nature, enjoying the mental and physical benefits of working in our beautiful 50-acre forest. You will be a vital part of the customer journey - from the moment they arrive to their final mission.
Your Responsibilities Include:
- Running and Hosting Events: Acting as a 'Host/Referee/Marshall/Instructor' for Paintball, Mini Paintball, Kids Parties, Forest Laser Tag, and Kids' Forest Quad Bike Trekking experiences.
- Elite Standards: Maintaining our premium company equipment and our stunning forest venue. You will uphold our company ethos and top-rated, caring customer service to ensure every guest has the best experience possible.
- Energy & Leadership: Delivering team briefings, keeping groups organised, and ensuring the atmosphere remains excited and high-impact.
- The Ultimate Occasion Specialist: We host everything from high energy party celebrations to strategic corporate escapes. You will look after groups for their entire event, including:
- The Best Kids’ Birthday Parties (Ages 6+)
- Milestone Adult Birthdays
- Unforgettable Stag & Hen Dos
- Friends & Family Fun Days
- Work & Team Building Away Days and Forest Strategy Sessions
- Large-scale School Events and School Holiday Camps
Who We’re Looking For: Our Next Team Legends
We are searching for personable, high-energy candidates to join our incredibly successful crew of hard-working Events professionals.
At GO Action Forest, no prior experience is required - we pride ourselves on our elite 1-on-1 support, comprehensive training, and interactive e-learning that guides you every step of the way.
We don't just hire for a CV; we hire for attitude, a hunger to learn, and the drive to take on more responsibility as you grow and develop within the team.
We are incredibly proud of our long-standing staff retention record. We don’t just offer a shift; we invest significant 1-on-1 time into every team member, mentoring you in highly employable, future-proof skills such as:
- Interpersonal Excellence: Learning how to deal personably and professionally with customers of all ages and backgrounds.
- Group Dynamics: How to manage, organise, and lead large groups of people with total confidence.
- Versatility: Specialised skills on how to work with everyone from high-energy kids' groups (ages 6+) to elite corporate professionals.
- Team Mastery: Strategies on how to thrive and contribute within a high-performing, fast-paced team environment.
- Leadership & Public Speaking: Building the presence to command a crowd and keep them motivated.
- Accountability: Taking real ownership of your role, our premium equipment, and our scenic 50-acre environment.
- Safety & Operational Control: Learning how to manage technical activity environments, deliver clear driver and safety briefings, conduct equipment checks, and run high-standard, instructor-led zones with complete confidence.
- The Human Advantage: Developing the vital interpersonal and "human-first" skills that will set you apart in an AI-based future...
- and so much more!
Location, Hours & Shift Patterns
- Weekend Requirement: This role is for weekend work as a requirement (Saturday, Sunday, or both) on a casual basis.
- Midweek Action: Frequent midweek dates are available for school groups and corporate clients, at all times of the year, but especially during Half Term and School Holiday periods.
- Varying Shifts: Early starts (7:30 am) are required for the setup of our 9am Main full day Paintball events, but Later start times and varying flexible shift patterns are also available for Mini Paintball, Kids Parties, Private Events, Forest Laser Tag, and Forest Quad Bike Trekking sessions. Shifts vary in time depending on activity type and customer demand.
The Pay & Perks
- The Pay: Starting at £71.75, up to £101.75 per full event day (including food and drink). Varying pay depending on flexible shift patterns or shorter sessions.
- Growth Opportunities: Multiple Rank Promotions and Lead Events Management roles are available as your skill sets, competence, and responsibilities increase.
- The Legend’s Lunch: Shared large Papa John’s Pizzas are provided to staff for lunch, along with bottled water throughout your working day, all free of charge.
Our Mission & Your Impact
Through relentless innovation, premium equipment, and immersive environments, we create unforgettable outdoor action adventures that raise the bar for every occasion.
At GO Action Forest, you aren't just another staff member; you are a key part of our evolution. Every team member plays a vital role in shaping our future - your energy on the ground, your ideas for improving the customer journey, and your initiative in the forest are all encouraged, to continue to offer the best growth opportunities and to keep leading the evolution of action adventure in the UK.
How to Apply
If you’ve read this and feel like you could be the right candidate - someone who is ready to work hard, grow fast, and bring genuine energy to our venue - then we want to hear from you.
Please read through this post one more time to ensure we are the right fit for your goals. To apply, send your CV along with answers to our Screener Questions (written in your own words, without using AI), explaining:
- Why you’re a great fit for this role.
- How you’d bring energy, drive, and excellent care to our customers' special occasions.
Next Steps
If your application shows the drive we’re looking for, we’ll reach out via WhatsApp to arrange an interview. Please ensure your mobile number is present and correct on your CV.
We look forward to meeting our next team legend. Apply today and help make amazing adventures happen!
Kind regards,
The GO Action Forest Team
Whyteleafe | Surrey
0208 935 5638
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £71.75-£101.75 per day
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- What is your current educational status? Are you a School, 6th form or College student? And if so, which year?
- With your current schedule, do you have any midweek availability? If so, which days?
- Have you visited our venue before as a customer, or know anyone who works for us? If so, which activity did you take part in, or which staff member do you know?
- Which Activities do we currently offer? And which one (if any) appeals to you the most to work? And for what reasons?
- Please answer all questions fully and to the best your ability.
To aid your application, please avoid just answering Yes/No wherever possible, and be as explanatory as you can to give us the best understanding about you.
From reading through our Job Ad fully, what was it that made you want to apply to become a member of our Events Team?
What makes you think you would be a great fit for the role?
- Do you live close to our Venue in Whyteleafe, CR3 0HB? How would you plan on traveling to us? How long do you estimate your travel time taking?
- So we can help you best through each stage of our interview process, what in the role do you think you would find more of a challenge?
- With your current schedule, what weekly Weekend commitments do you have which may impact your availability to work day time events?
- Which days on a weekend are you currently available or looking to work?
- Have you had any prior Outdoor Events Experience like this?
If you don't, how do you feel you could best overcome that lack of experience to excel in the role?
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
