Torbay Council
Beach and Resorts Officer - 37 hours
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Beach and Resorts Officer - 37 hours
Application Deadline: 20 September 2026
Department: Pride in Place
Employment Type: Permanent
Location: Torbay Council
Reporting To: Team Manager
Compensation: £26,403 - £28,142 / year
Description
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Are you practical, hands-on and take pride in fixing, maintaining and improving outdoor spaces?
Do you enjoy working outside, solving problems and delivering visible results every day?
Torbay’s Beach Services Team is looking for a Beach and Resorts Officer to help maintain and enhance Torbay’s coastline. This is a varied, active role where no two days are the same, combining customer service, site management and essential hands-on maintenance skills.
What makes this role different?
We are specifically looking to strengthen our team with someone who can bring practical maintenance expertise, particularly in:
- Carpentry work on beach huts, cabins and chalets.
- Roof maintenance including re-felting beach huts.
- Identifying faults and repairing defects quickly and effectively.
- Using tools and materials confidently to keep facilities safe and operational.
These are key skills the team needs right now – so if you enjoy fixing things and seeing the results of your work straight away, this role will suit you perfectly.
What you’ll be doing
- Carrying out maintenance and repairs across beach huts, chalets and seafront facilities.
- Inspecting sites and taking action to resolve issues before they become bigger problems.
- Preparing and maintaining beach huts and visitor facilities throughout the season.
- Supporting the cleanliness, safety and presentation of Torbay’s beaches.
- Working with the operational team and engaging with the public, visitors and tenants.
- Helping deliver a safe, welcoming and high-quality environment across Torbay.
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Working pattern
The role includes regular weekend working during the busy season (1st May to 1st September) as part of a rota, alongside weekday duties.
Why join the Beach Services Team?
- Work in some of the most scenic locations in Torbay.
- Be part of a close-knit, supportive and hardworking team.
- Enjoy a role that is active, varied and outdoors.
- See the direct impact of your work on the visitor experience.
- Play a key role in maintaining the high standards required for English Riviera Beach Standards.
- Gain experience across maintenance, operations and customer-facing services.
What we’re looking for
- Strong practical skills in DIY, carpentry or maintenance work.
- Ability to work independently and solve problems on site.
- A proactive approach to identifying and fixing defects.
- Confidence using hand and power tools.
- A flexible team player who can work outdoors in all conditions.
- Great communication skills and a commitment to customer service.
If you’re someone who takes pride in keeping things working, enjoys outdoor work and wants to be part of a team that makes a real difference to Torbay’s coastline – we’d love to hear from you.
This post meets the requirements of the Public Services Network (PSN) and therefore will require a Basic Criminal Record Check. This will show any unspent convictions and conditional cautions.
If you are viewing this advert on a job board, you can access the full job description by placing the below URL into your browser:
https://www.torbay.gov.uk/jobs/job-descriptions/beach-and-resorts-officer/
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For an informal chat please contact Karen Hamlet on 07917236675 or karen.hamlet@torbay.gov.uk.
Interviews are expected to be conducted during the week commencing 28th September 2026.
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Our adverts do sometimes close early - even where there's a published deadline - so if you're keen, please apply as soon as possible.
Skills
Essential:
- Strong practical skills in DIY, carpentry or maintenance work.
- Ability to work independently and manage your own workload.
- A flexible approach to working hours, including weekends during peak season.
- A reliable team player who can support colleagues across a range of tasks.
- Good communication skills and a positive approach when dealing with the public.
- This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
Knowledge
Essential:
- Good knowledge of DIY and general maintenance.
- Experience using hand and power tools confidently.
- Experience in painting and decorating to support the upkeep of beach huts and facilities.
Experience & Qualifications
Essential:
- Experience working as part of a team.
- Experience working outdoors.
- Experience working with the public.
- Full driving licence.
- First Aid (or willingness to obtain once in position).
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