Job Description

The Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways are two of the UK's most popular heritage railways, located in the heart of picturesque Snowdonia. We operate trains daily from late March to the end of October.

We are looking for a hardworking, enthusiastic individual to join our team working in our Porthmadog Booking Office.

We can offer you:

12.21 per hour for applicants aged 21 and over, 10.00 per hour for under 21s (National Living / Minimum Wage for age applies) Seasonal contract to start a.s.a.p., to 31st October 2025 One or two days a week, to include weekends, with additional hours during school holidays The pro rata equivalent of 28 days paid holiday, inclusive of all bank and public holidays Enrolment into the company pension scheme after a qualifying period Travel benefits on the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways and staff discounts in shops and cafes.
This is predominately an administrative post, with duties including taking bookings by telephone, processing bookings and answering enquiries face to face, by telephone and by email. Counter duties to include greeting customers, selling tickets and giving information will also be included therefore experience of cash handling would be beneficial. Experience of working in a similar role would be an advantage but not essential as full training will be provided, however candidates must be familiar with working with computer systems and email.

Core Skills:

Must be numerate, literate and have good computer skills 'Front of House' position so good communication skills and a cheerful disposition are essential Experience of working in an administrative role is desirable Smart appearance following dress code The ability to speak Welsh would be an advantage as would knowledge of the railways and their passengers; and the local area.
Applicants for this position must have the existing right to work in the UK.

Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 4 months

Pay: 12.21 per hour

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Employee discount
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person