Why work at Picky? See our benefits below:
- Free use of Pickaquoy Centre facilities
- Local Government Pension Scheme - employers contribution of 15%
- Accredited Living Wage Employer
- Discounted food and drink in the Picky Café
- Discounted Personal Training Sessions
- Discounted Sunbed Use
- Discounted Children's Parties
- Discounted Holiday Camp
- Enhanced company sick pay 6 months full pay followed by 6 months half pay – linked to length of service
- SHAW breaks – opportunity to extend unpaid 1/2hr lunch break for a further 1/2hr which will be paid, in order to exercise up to 3 times per week
- 28 days annual leave rising to 33 after 5 years with an additional day from years 6 – 10, giving a max entitlement of 38 days after 10 years service
- Cycle to Work Scheme after 1 year service
We are proud to support the Fair Work Framework, ensuring that fairness, respect, and opportunity are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to providing a positive and inclusive work environment where every employee is valued and treated with dignity.
Duty Manager
Closing date:
Monday 28 July 2025
Rate of Pay:
£30,900 per year
No of hours:
35 hours per week
Overview:
We are looking for a Duty Manager to join our management team and assist in delivering the daily operation of the Pickaquoy Centre to the highest possible standard.
Reporting to the Operations Manager, the ideal candidate should have previous operational and supervisory experience, and experience of working in the sport and leisure industry, but we're open to talking to you about the experience you can bring to the role. The role requires an individual that can be a leader as well as a team player. You must have excellent organisational, communication and customer service skills with the ability to motivate a team using a positive and supportive approach.
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to step up, develop their career or to make a difference to this successful, innovative, and dynamic organisation.
This role is eligible for interview expenses (for travel to/from Orkney, but within the UK).
A relocation package may be provided for the successful candidate.
To apply, submit:
- A detailed cover letter
- A CV outlining your current and previous employment history, education, qualifications and any additional training.
Job Description
We are committed to inclusion and diversity. Please get in touch if you require any particular adjustments or arrangements for any part of the application or interview process. Email: HR@pickaquoy.com Phone: 01856 888735
Swimming Instructor
Closing date:
Wednesday 23 July 2025
Rate of pay:
£14.50 per hour - Scottish Swim Teaching Qualification (SSTQ)
£14.50 per hour - UKCC Level 1 Qualified
No of hours:
Casual (as required on a rota and swim-term basis)
Overview:
We are looking to add to our team of Swimming Instructors, this role is perfect for those keen to work flexible working hours with lessons spread throughout the week including daytime, after school, evening and weekends.
Swimming Instructors will be responsible for teaching a co-ordinated programme which aims to develop the fundamental skills of swimming within the Centre's children learn to swim programme, adult swim classes, and specific user group sessions.
The successful applicant must hold the Scottish Swimming Teaching Qualification (SSTQ). Full training will be provided if not currently held - please see course dates in the supplementary information below, 100% attendance to all training sessions is mandatory for the SSTQ course.
To apply:
Download the application form below and submit alongside a CV outlining your current and previous employment history, education, qualifications, and any additional training. Please specify on the application form which role you are applying for.
Job Description
Application Form
SSTQ Supplementary Information
We are committed to inclusion and diversity. Please get in touch if you require any particular adjustments or arrangements for any part of the application or interview process. Email: HR@pickaquoy.com Phone: 01856 888735
Cleaner
Closing date:
N/A
Rate of Pay:
£12.60 per hour
No of hours:
Casual (as and when required, on a rota basis)
Overview:
We are looking for an individual to undertake duties as part of the Cleaning team, assisting in continuous service excellence and ensuring cleanliness of the facilities are maintained to an excellent condition, adhering to strict hygiene standards.
Applicants for this role must be able to offer daytime availability across weekdays.
To apply:
Download the application form below and submit alongside a CV outlining your current and previous employment history, education, qualifications, and any additional training. Please specify on the application form which role you are applying for.
Applications for this role will be open until suitable applicants are found.
Job Description
Application Form
We are committed to inclusion and diversity. Please get in touch if you require any particular adjustments or arrangements for any part of the application or interview process. Email: HR@pickaquoy.com Phone: 01856 888735