Caretaker/s (part time) – Bruthen Caravan Park

The Committee of Management (CoM) are looking for an assistant-Caretaker/s for the Bruthen Caravan Park, situated on the banks of the Tambo River.

The Caravan Park is a non-profit community-based park. The Park size is a very manageable & relaxed 24 powered & 10 general camping sites. One amenities block including laundry exists along with a quaint bush hut kitchen area, and a large open fire place (wood provided).  It is an easy 6–7-minute walk to the nearest hotel and township.  Football, cricket, netball, and tennis courts are on your doorstep along with the famed Rail Trail.

We are looking for a suitable single/couple to conduct shared Caretaker duties for the park (two other caretakers are in location). The position would be on a job share 2 days per week basis (about 9am-6pm). Duties include (not limited to):

-working as part of a caretaker team;
-managing bookings and payments;
-conduct general gardening / mowing services (all equipment/fuel provided);
-clean and maintain amenities; and
-liaise with Committee of Management.

Term: The Committee are looking for short term appointments (4-6 months) (mid-October {or prior}) to mid-February; and if suitable length of tenure can be extended.

In return for two days of caretaking you will receive – free site fees & utilities,
-mobile phone & tablet (both capped) (when on duty)
-a unique opportunity to experience all that East Gippsland offers from the base of the snow-capped mountains, to the sun, sand and sea. This really is a life style position. It’s a great way to see East Gippsland and all it offers.

In addition, if one of the other caretaking team takes holidays or has days off there is an opportunity for additional work per week (daily allowance provided for any extra day/s worked).

Expressions of interest detailing the following information can be sent to Committee.RecReserveBruthen@gmail.com with a view to commence duties as soon as you can get here. Applicants who have previously applied (especially those shortlisted) are encouraged to apply depending on their personal circumstances.

Details (applications limited to two pages at most):
-Name/s, contacts (phone & email).
-Previous experience (desirable but not necessary).
-Briefly tell us about yourself and why you may be suited to this position.
-References (will be contacted).
-The successful applicant will be required to submit to a Working with Children Check (costs covered by BRRCoM).
-First Aid Certificate while desirable, is not essential.