Job Description
Job description
• We’re so
proud to say that we are real Living Wage accredited. This means we will
continue to pay well above the National Minimum Wage, so our pay rate is £12 per hour (increasing to £12.60 April 2026) with the opportunity for paid
overtime (6 day working) during our peak periods.
• Full Time Fixed Term Contract from January until December 2026
• Accommodation & meal packages available (optional) at a generous rate with zero charge for bills or utilities.
Use your activity expertise for good
PGL is a world where children achieve the ‘impossible’.
Our residential adventure camps create extraordinary breakthroughs by instilling a love of adventure and the great outdoors, encouraging independence and empowering them to achieve amazing things in the future.
Our purpose is to enrich the lives of children through the transformative power of adventure. Will you join us?
Grow your career as an Activity Technician
Activity Technicians ensure all our exciting activities are ready for action! From ziplining and abseiling to kayaking and archery, you’ll have all the technical know-how on best practice, base & equipment standards, maintenance requirements and safety procedures.
You will keep up to date and informed on the latest safety standards and ‘how to do’ procedures on our activities. You’ll inspect the standard of activity equipment, identifying maintenance requirements, and provide advice, training and support to the Activity Instructors to allow them to run safe and enjoyable sessions.
Is this you?
You will need a strong knowledge of land, ropes or water based activities and equipment. Apart from that, it’s your character is what we value most. PGL people are:
• Passionate about adventure and the great outdoors
• Friendly people who flourish in team environments
• Determined and resilient (peak periods are challenging)
Above all, it’s our core values of FUN, SAFETY, QUALITY, INCLUSIVITY, TEAMWORK and RESPECT that unite us.
A place to thrive
No matter your background, ethnicity, age, neurodivergence or anything else … PGL is a place to be yourself, have fun, make lifelong friends and celebrate what makes you brilliantly unique.
Fair pay and benefits for all
• Happy holidays! On top of your annual leave, you’ll also get your birthday off and paid volunteering days to help worthwhile causes
• 24/7 access to our Wellbeing Hub alongside our Employee Assistance Program
• Access to our financial wellbeing platform for financial assistance if you need it
• Training and mentoring programme, career pathways, aided development and qualifications in future seasons
• Big savings and exclusive perks at 100s of high street retailers, PGL discounted holidays and 20% discount in all our on-site shops
PGL is part of PGL Beyond, a group of innovative companies transforming the world of adventure through enriching experiences and breakthroughs.
For a full Job Description and Personal Specification please click here
For any enquiries specific to this role please email resourcing@pgl.co.uk
We hire the best talent and value a diverse, inclusive team; so, we are dedicated to ensuring our application process is accessible to everyone and are happy to provide helpful adjustments to make it easier to complete. Simply email or call us with detail around the adjustments you need.
However, our top priority is the safety of the guests on our centres. Therefore, all employees must undergo an Enhanced criminal records check (known as DBS or PVG), which we pay for. You will need to provide a 5-year address history and ID (such as passport/birth certificate). Convictions related to violence, drugs, or safeguarding may affect your application. Not all convictions will disqualify you, as we assess each case individually.
• We’re so
proud to say that we are real Living Wage accredited. This means we will
continue to pay well above the National Minimum Wage, so our pay rate is £12 per hour (increasing to £12.60 April 2026) with the opportunity for paid
overtime (6 day working) during our peak periods.
• Full Time Fixed Term Contract from January until December 2026
• Accommodation & meal packages available (optional) at a generous rate with zero charge for bills or utilities.
Use your activity expertise for good
PGL is a world where children achieve the ‘impossible’.
Our residential adventure camps create extraordinary breakthroughs by instilling a love of adventure and the great outdoors, encouraging independence and empowering them to achieve amazing things in the future.
Our purpose is to enrich the lives of children through the transformative power of adventure. Will you join us?
Grow your career as an Activity Technician
Activity Technicians ensure all our exciting activities are ready for action! From ziplining and abseiling to kayaking and archery, you’ll have all the technical know-how on best practice, base & equipment standards, maintenance requirements and safety procedures.
You will keep up to date and informed on the latest safety standards and ‘how to do’ procedures on our activities. You’ll inspect the standard of activity equipment, identifying maintenance requirements, and provide advice, training and support to the Activity Instructors to allow them to run safe and enjoyable sessions.
Is this you?
You will need a strong knowledge of land, ropes or water based activities and equipment. Apart from that, it’s your character is what we value most. PGL people are:
• Passionate about adventure and the great outdoors
• Friendly people who flourish in team environments
• Determined and resilient (peak periods are challenging)
Above all, it’s our core values of FUN, SAFETY, QUALITY, INCLUSIVITY, TEAMWORK and RESPECT that unite us.
A place to thrive
No matter your background, ethnicity, age, neurodivergence or anything else … PGL is a place to be yourself, have fun, make lifelong friends and celebrate what makes you brilliantly unique.
Fair pay and benefits for all
• Happy holidays! On top of your annual leave, you’ll also get your birthday off and paid volunteering days to help worthwhile causes
• 24/7 access to our Wellbeing Hub alongside our Employee Assistance Program
• Access to our financial wellbeing platform for financial assistance if you need it
• Training and mentoring programme, career pathways, aided development and qualifications in future seasons
• Big savings and exclusive perks at 100s of high street retailers, PGL discounted holidays and 20% discount in all our on-site shops
PGL is part of PGL Beyond, a group of innovative companies transforming the world of adventure through enriching experiences and breakthroughs.
For a full Job Description and Personal Specification please click here
For any enquiries specific to this role please email resourcing@pgl.co.uk
We hire the best talent and value a diverse, inclusive team; so, we are dedicated to ensuring our application process is accessible to everyone and are happy to provide helpful adjustments to make it easier to complete. Simply email or call us with detail around the adjustments you need.
However, our top priority is the safety of the guests on our centres. Therefore, all employees must undergo an Enhanced criminal records check (known as DBS or PVG), which we pay for. You will need to provide a 5-year address history and ID (such as passport/birth certificate). Convictions related to violence, drugs, or safeguarding may affect your application. Not all convictions will disqualify you, as we assess each case individually.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Activity Technician position is now open for candidates interested in the Mechanic Jobs sector. This role in London offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Mechanic Jobs is a plus.