Park Attendant/Receptionist

*The closing date for this position is the 27 th April 2026* Park Attendant/Receptionist Delamont Country Park, Downpatrick Temporary (Approx 22 weeks) £14.07 per hour 36 hours per week (Post is up to 36 hours per week across 5 days between the hours of 8.30am – 9pm including weekend shifts. Includes working outdoors and operating gardening equipment.) Main Purpose The postholder will provide a welcoming, friendly and efficient service to all visitors at Delamont Caravan Park. The postholder will be expected to deal with caravan and tent bookings, and will also be involved in the upkeep, maintenance and provision of visitor services of Delamont Caravan Park, one of Newry, Mourne and District Councils amenities and visitor facilities. Main Roles and Responsibilities Responsible for the daily maintenance of the Park/Facility, including toilets, outdoor space, litter picking, clearing of leaves and cleaning areas as required to ensure a high standard is maintained. Day to day responsibility for the computerised booking system and liaising with the District Development Department officials on bookings of facilities by various groups, including carrying out any necessary follow up actions regarding booking requirements. Respond and deal with all telephone/email enquiries and bookings for the caravan park and other facilities within the park. Cash handling duties and associated paperwork including receipt of payments, operation of cash system and the safe keeping and lodgement of such monies in accordance with Council procedures. Checking the safety of the Park and associated facilities prior to use by the public and recording details of checks carried out. Opening and closing the facilities as required, and attendance at the facilities at all times when required. Carry out ranging duties as and when required. To enforce Council bye-laws and ensure good order is maintained at all times. Also to ensure that premises are secured. To report all defects and accidents to supervisor. Any other duties that contribute to the achievement and function of this post as identified by the Council. Essential Criteria: (Please note that Platinum Recruitment NI Ltd require original certificates as proof of all qualifications listed on CV) Grade C or above in GCSE English Language and Maths or equivalent At least 6 months relevant experience of handling cash and keeping associated records in a work environment. At least 6 months experience of grass cutting, maintenance, litter picking At least 6 months relevant experience working with members of the public in a customer service environment. At least 6 months previous experience of customer service and reception duties. Be able to demonstrate competence in use of Microsoft office applications including word, email, spreadsheets, and databases. Good understanding of health and safety practice relevant to the post. Ability to work on own initiative with minimal supervision. Hold a full current driving licence and access to transport, or access to transport to meet the requirements of the post. The post will involve working alone Platinum Recruitment NI Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and a Corporate Member of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Platinum Recruitment NI Ltd adheres to all current employment legislation. We reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date, should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please send your CV as early as possible. Please note only those candidates shortlisted may be contacted. Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK and Ireland. We are unable to sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. Successful candidates may need to apply for an Access NI Certificate with Platinum Recruitment NI Ltd regardless if you already have a valid certificate. It will be a cost of between £16 – £32 depending on clearance level41bf1e1f-b16b-4260-a40a-17c77a06fd15…