With Neilson Active Holidays, you’ll be working hard,
but the work is fun, and there’s always plenty of time to
play. You’ll need to be a natural communicator who
can interact confidently with both our guests and other staff
members alike.
We are bursting at the seams with amazing opportunities and we
strive to be, not only the best active company to work for,
but the first choice for anyone considering working overseas.
Although it’s vital that our team creates an excellent holiday
experience for our guests, it’s equally important that our staff
love working for us too!
Our UK Head Office team have collectively spent decades working
overseas, so we know what it’s all about. We all had the time of
our lives and made lifetime friends/memories with loads of
like-minded people. We’re also living proof that it’s more
than possible to turn the seasonal life into a solid career.
The life skills & the experience to be gained from working
anywhere within our programme are absolutely priceless. You’ll
likely to find a confidence you never knew you had, and all of
this will stay with you throughout whatever future career path you
choose.
Who we want?
Qualifications and skills are essential; however, one of the main
attributes that we always want to see shining through is your
personality!
We’re not looking for people that want to spend their life staring
at their phones all day long. We’re in the business of
providing amazing holidays, so the ability to display the following
characteristics is essential.
You’ll need you to be…
- Outgoing with a great sense of humour, a great work
ethic and the right attitude
- Likeable, charismatic and able to bring a bit of
individual magic to the team
- Able to bring out the best out in others
- Caring with a contagious personality and tonnes of
enthusiasm
- Willing to learn, to develop your skills and to share your
expertise
- Honest, genuine and kind-hearted with a friendly, helpful
nature
- A grafter! Someone who’s not scared of hard work, always ready
to roll up your sleeves and to get stuck in
- Always striving to be the best and able to have fun while you
do it
- Happy to take ownership of your responsibilities and to get the
job done right, every time
- Conscientious, a problem solver and able to make good use of
your common sense
- Able to do the right thing and always willing to ask when
you’re not sure
- Punctual, accountable, sensible when required
- Well-mannered with a positive outlook on life and a willingness
to deliver outstanding holidays
- Happy to play your part in creating an unparalleled holiday
experience for our guests
What we offer?
In addition to one of the most competitive seasonal packages in
the industry, we offer you the perfect opportunity to develop your
career, gain additional qualifications, and learn loads of new
skills along the way!
Summer roles are available at various resorts in Greece, Sardinia
and Croatia where we operate Beach Club and Flotilla holidays.
Activities on offer include sailing, windsurfing, biking, kayaking,
fitness, tennis and diving. We offer our guests beginner's courses,
advanced coaching or simply the freedom to sail, bike or dive with
our superb range of equipment.
Full Season roles are available from March/April/May through to
November, to include a period of pre-season training and
preparation and post-season close down.
Ten reasons to work for Neilson:
1. Inclusive travel
We’ll provide either your return flights from a UK airport
(Inc 20kg luggage). Alternatively, you can opt to receive a
travel allowance if you’re taking a road trip out to resort.
2. Accommodation
We’ll organise a place for you to call home and to share your
adventures with new friends. The specific arrangements for this
differ from resort to resort.
3. Inclusive breakfast, lunch, and dinner
We provide you with three meals a day, seven days per week. These
will be served in the majority of our resort canteens, and will
include a mixture of local cuisine and the occasional treat to keep
you going all season long.
(Please note that certain resorts have different
arrangements)
4. Money in your pocket
We offer a competitive monthly salary and this will be paid
directly into your designated bank account.
5. Exclusive friends & family
discount
We offer a 10% discount on our holidays for friends and family of
Neilson employees. Invite your nearest to dearest to come and
check out the Neilson experience for them selves.
6. Peace of mind
You’ll be covered by our company insurance for the duration of your
contract including emergency medical. We’ll also arrange any work
permits as required for UK passport holders.
7. Training & Development – Be the Best
We’ll help you develop your skills and get to grips with your job
role. You’ll receive training and all the additional support you
require along the way.
8. Discover your new thing
Discover your new passion. Why not use your spare time to take
advantage of all the amazing activities on offer throughout your
resort.
9. Well-deserved ‘chill’ time
You’ll enjoy one day off per week, plus additional paid holiday
during the summer. Head out and explore the local area, chill out
on the beach. During the winter, hit the mountain all day long and
follow that up with some serious après ski.
10. All-year-round work opportunities
If you’ve got the bug for seasons and you’re having so much fun
that you never want it to end. Dive into back to back summer and
winter seasons.
Eligibility & Availability
We welcome applications from all UK citizens, persons of dual
nationality to an EU nation, any individual who holds (or has the
option to hold) an EU passport., and those with the relevant work
visas to work in the EU legally.
Ideally, we’re always looking to employ full season staff. Being
able to join us for the full season will give you the best chance
of gaining a job with us as peak season roles are limited.
That said, we fully understand that people have other
commitments, so if you’re unable to join us for a full season,
don’t be put off from applying.
You’ll have the opportunity to confirm your dates of
availability while completing your application. Please ensure
you give us the longest possible term.