Website Windermere Jetty Museum
Job Title: Heritage Boat Skipper
Salary: £13.20 per hour
Location: Windermere Jetty Museum
Reporting to: Boating Manager
Contract: Fixed term contract from 1 March to 30 September 2027
Hours: Various hours
Purpose
This is an exciting opportunity to skipper our unique collection of heritage boats, including traditional steamboats, motorboats and sailing boats. To excel in this role, you’ll be passionate about boats, life on the water and Windermere’s heritage. Please note this is a very demanding and physical role, requiring pulling boats out of the wet dock and carrying bags of coal to refuel Osprey. You’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring our visitors have a memorable and safe trip out on England’s largest natural lake.
You can see a more detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities for this role in the attached job description. Please note that the key responsibilities listed in the job description are not exhaustive.
Closing date: Midnight, 12 October 2026
Read the full job description here
Lakeland Arts is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees
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Heritage Boat Skipper employer: Lakeland Arts
Lakeland Arts is an exceptional employer that prioritises a vibrant work culture and the professional growth of its employees. With a focus on delivering outstanding visitor experiences at stunning venues like Windermere Jetty Museum and Abbot Hall, team members benefit from a supportive environment that encourages creativity and collaboration, along with opportunities for career advancement in the arts sector.
