The Head Bike Guide is a senior resort position. Ideally, we need our Head Bike Guides to be qualified MIAS Level 1 or 2 Bike Leader or equivalent.
You must be reliable, confident, and friendly. You'll also need strong leadership skills, a mature attitude, and respectable experience within the cycling world.
You will ensure that your Bike Team consistently deliver an outstanding guiding service. Your team will confidently interact with guests from all walks of life at varying fitness levels.
You will look out for the welfare of your team and oversee the maintenance of your bike fleet. Ultimately, you will ensure any guests wishing to join our rides have a safe and enjoyable experience.
In addition to your regular guiding duties, you will also work closely with our Children's Activity Leaders to run kids' sessions introducing younger riders to the sport.
Neilson Bike Guides must be passionate about cycling. The team needs plenty of stamina and a high personal fitness level to keep up with our extensive daily guiding programme.
Working for Neilson is more than a job; it's a lifestyle. Spend the summer season based in one of our beautiful beach club resorts, where it's all about sharing your passion for the activities you love. You'll be working hard, but the work is fun, and there's always plenty of time to play.
We're looking for friendly, energetic, and approachable people who can build rapport with ease. Individuals who can instil confidence that every element of a Neilson holiday is delivered by a team who cares.
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience Required:
- Valid UK/EU passport or EU work visa
- Minimum qualification: MIAS fundamentals, Level 1 or 2 Bike Leader or equivalent.
- First Aid certificate valid for the duration of the contract - At a minimum, your First Aid Course MUST be an attended full-day practical course.
- Cytech Level 1 or above would be beneficial.
- Extensive personal knowledge of bike maintenance and repair.
- An understanding of current cycling developments.
- A solid understanding and knowledge covering the use of the bike equipment and the associated safety procedures.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Flexible to work all the required hours with your team to get the job done well.
- Ability to deliver fun, engaging, safe and informative tuition.
- The ability to confidently hold a conversation and instruct in English.
- The ability to work well, independently, as part of a team, and to maintain effective working relationships.
Please note: All Neilson Active staff are DBS-checked.
Package
Up to £810 PCM gross + Shared accommodation + flights, meals + great overall package
