Associates - Boat Housekeeping

Job Details

Salary: £12.60 per hour (£13.45 from 01/04/26)

Closing Date: 06/02/2026

Department: Destinations

Location: Falkirk

Hours Per Week: Various

Scottish Canals is looking for Destination Associates – Holiday Boat Housekeeping to join our friendly team at The Falkirk Wheel! We are looking for passionate, enthusiastic, and motivated individuals to join our team and work with us over our Spring to Autumn 2026 season. If you’re interested in tourism, travel and have a keen eye for detail. We have casual contracts available with a degree of flexibility around working patterns and hours.

Our pace, personality and people make us amongst Scotland’s top visitor attractions. From welcoming thousands of international visitors helping to create a 5-star memorable experience.

Associates will assist with the interior cleaning of all Holiday Boats based at The Falkirk Wheel to the satisfaction of the Holiday Boat Manager. This will involve general cleaning on a variable rota during the holiday season. Full uniform and training will be provided.

• All housekeeping duties e.g. cleaning kitchens, bathrooms, vacuuming & dusting.
• Ensuring all inventory items are checked and replaced where necessary.
• Rearranging bed layout and making up beds as directed and ensuring all linen is in good condition.
• Informing the Operations Manager of any defects that need attention.
• Keeping the Operations Manager & Senior Housekeeper informed of any issues as they arise.
• Any other duties as required to ensure efficient turnaround of boats.

• A sense of own initiative with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Good time management and organisational skills.
• The ability to deliver a professional service to customers.
• Keen eye and attention to detail.
• A flexible approach to the role.

Previous experience in a similar role is welcomed, but not essential. This role attracts a salary of £12.60 changing to £13.45 from April 2026 per hour. You will work on a rota which may include weekends and bank holidays.

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