Job Vacancies at UYC
Bosun (Part-Time, Seasonal)
Ullswater Yacht Club is one of the premier sailing clubs in the North of England, offering an extensive programme of racing, training and recreational sailing from March through to December.
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, practical and well-organised Bosun to play a key role in supporting the safe and efficient delivery of our on-the-water activities. Working alongside our dedicated volunteers, instructors and race officials, you will help ensure members and visitors enjoy a first-class sailing experience.
The Role
As Bosun, you will be responsible for preparing, maintaining and overseeing the club's safety boat fleet and launching equipment, ensuring everything is ready for racing, training and other organised club activities.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Preparing and maintaining safety boats, engines, trailers and launching equipment.
- Ensuring all water safety arrangements are in place before organised club activities.
- Acting as the club's designated Water Safety Lead during Wednesday evening racing and weekend events, unless another person has been appointed.
- Supporting Race Officers, the Race Box team, instructors, volunteers and members to ensure activities are delivered safely and efficiently.
- Identifying maintenance requirements and helping keep club equipment in excellent working order.
- Assisting with the general organisation of the boat park and waterfront areas where required.
About You
We're looking for someone who:
- Has experience working within a sailing club, watersports centre or RYA training environment.
- Has a good practical and technical understanding of boats, engines and sailing equipment.
- Is organised, reliable and able to plan ahead while remaining flexible when priorities change.
- Enjoys working with volunteers and club members of all ages and abilities.
- Is proactive, takes pride in maintaining high standards and has a strong focus on safety.
Relevant RYA Powerboat or Safety Boat qualifications would be an advantage, although training may be available for the right candidate.
Working Arrangements
The Bosun reports to the General Manager and works closely with the Sailing Secretary, instructors and volunteer teams.
This is a part-time, seasonal position, requiring regular mid-week and weekend working during the sailing season (March to December). During the winter months there are limited duties relating to maintenance and preparation for the following season.
The role can be offered either on a self-employed contractor basis or as a part-time employee, depending on the successful candidate.
Sailing Operations Manager
Ullswater Yacht Club is one of the premier sailing clubs in the North of England, offering an extensive programme of racing, training and recreational sailing from March through to December.
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, practical and well-organised Sailing Operations Manager to lead the safe and efficient delivery of the Club's sailing and waterfront operations. Working alongside our dedicated volunteers, staff and race officials, you will play a key role in ensuring members and visitors enjoy a first-class sailing experience.
The Role
As Sailing Operations Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the Club's sailing operations, waterfront activities and operational readiness, ensuring equipment, facilities and volunteers are fully prepared to support racing, training and other organised club activities.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading the safe and efficient delivery of the Club's sailing and waterfront operations.
- Preparing and maintaining safety boats, engines, trailers and launching equipment.
- Ensuring all water safety arrangements are in place before organised club activities.
- Supporting Race Officers, the Race Box team, instructors, volunteers and members to ensure activities are delivered safely and efficiently.
- Coordinating maintenance programmes for safety boats, launching equipment and waterfront assets, arranging specialist repairs where required.
- Assisting with cruiser launch and recovery operations and supporting major club events, regattas and Holiday Week.
- Providing operational support across the wider Club, including Duty Manager responsibilities during major events where required.
- Working closely with the General Manager to support the day-to-day operation and continued development of the Club.
About You
We're looking for someone who:
- Has experience working within a sailing club, watersports centre or RYA training environment.
- Has a good practical and technical understanding of boats, engines and sailing equipment.
- Has experience coordinating people, volunteers or operational activities.
- Is organised, reliable and able to plan ahead while remaining flexible when priorities change.
- Enjoys working with volunteers and club members of all ages and abilities.
- Is proactive, takes pride in maintaining high standards and has a strong focus on safety and member experience.
- Relevant RYA Powerboat, Safety Boat or Senior Instructor qualifications would be an advantage, although these are not essential for the right candidate.
Working Arrangements
The Sailing Operations Manager reports to the General Manager and works closely with the Sailing Secretary, Sailing Administrator, instructors and volunteer teams.
This is intended to be a full-time, permanent position, requiring regular mid-week and weekend working throughout the sailing season (March to December). During the winter months the role will focus on maintenance, planning and preparation for the following season.
We recognise that exceptional candidates may be seeking greater flexibility, and alternative working arrangements, including annualised hours, part-time employment or contractor arrangements, may be considered.
Sailing Operations Manager 2026.pdf
Interested?
If you would like an informal discussion or would like to apply, please contact Jack Allan, General Manager: jack.allan@ullswateryachtclub.org.uk.
If you would like to discuss the sailing operational aspects of the role, please contact Phil Laycock, Sailing Secretary: sailingsec@ullswateryachtclub.org.uk
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Last updated 16:15 on 12 August 2026