The Job Description, person specification and Application Form are available on the Trust’s website
Applications MUST be made using the form provided via website. https://thedockyard.co.uk/opportunites/porter/
The Historic Dockyard Chatham, the best preserved of all Georgian dockyards, is the world’s most complete dockyard of the Age of Sail. Today, The Historic Dockyard Chatham, is the leading example of a mixed-use heritage estate. A vitally significant historic estate delivering outstanding preservation, an award-winning independent museum, commercial estate, Higher Education campus, leading film location and residential community.
As a registered charity that employs over 140 staff and 300 volunteers, people are at the heart of our Dockyard community. Our culture strives for excellence across the board and our team are hugely passionate and engaged in all aspects of our work. From historic building preservation through the diverse re-use of our historic estate, to engaging the widest possible audiences in learning about the significance and history of the former Royal Dockyard; The Historic Dockyard Chatham is a workplace like no other.
The Role
This role involves moving and setting up furniture and equipment, assisting with events logistics, and supporting basic maintenance tasks such as painting and minor repairs. You'll play a key part in maintaining the safety, cleanliness, and presentation of this unique heritage site. A good awareness of health and safety is essential, particularly in a public-facing environment, and a basic level of DIY or handyman skills is desirable.
About You
A practical, dependable person who takes pride in hands-on work. You have a level of physical fitness suitable to the needs of this role and are comfortable with manual tasks like lifting, carrying, and setting up equipment. You understand the importance of safety, especially in a public and heritage-sensitive setting, and you’re confident handling basic maintenance or DIY tasks.
How to Apply
If you are interested in joining our team and wish to apply for this vacancy, please complete our application form and send it back to us along with a copy of your CV by Sunday 17th August 2025, 5pm.
Completed application forms can be emailed to [email protected] or posted to:
Recruitment
Chatham Historic Dockyard Trust
The Fitted Rigging House
The Historic Dockyard
Chatham
Kent
ME4 4TZ
Please note, due to the volume of applications we receive, we are not able to contact all unsuccessful candidates.
Pay: £12.45 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Language:
- English (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 17/08/2025
