We're Hiring!

Throughout our 97-year history Herbert Woods has always been a successful and innovative Broads business. Our group operates one of the largest hire fleets on the broads, builds new Broads cruisers, owns and lets holiday properties, and has successful estate agency and boat sales businesses.

We are now looking for reliable, hardworking, enthusiastic members of staff to join our busy team in a variety of roles.

  • Job Title: Marketing Assistant

    Location: Herbert Woods, Potter Heigham, Norfolk

    Salary: £27,000

    Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday (Office-Based)

    Herbert Woods is one of the leading holiday boating companies on the Norfolk Broads, with a heritage dating back nearly 100 years. Based in Potter Heigham, we provide unforgettable holiday adventures and day experiences to thousands of visitors each year.

    The Role:

    We are looking for a creative and enthusiastic Marketing Assistant to join our team. This role offers the opportunity to market a unique tourism experience on the Norfolk Broads, creating engaging content that inspires people to discover boating adventures and days out on the water.

    As a Marketing Assistant, you will play a key role in our marketing strategies. Your creativity and initiative will help us create engaging content and execute successful promotional activities.

    This role is fully office-based in Potter Heigham and requires daily attendance at our office.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Assist with the planning and delivery of marketing campaigns.
    • Produce engaging content for our website, social media, and email newsletters.
    • Assist with photography, video and promotional materials.
    • Monitor marketing performance across digital channels and assist with producing performance reports and campaign insights.
    • Assist with events, partnerships and promotional activities.
    • Support and implement SEO strategies to improve search visibility.

    Qualifications & Experience:

    • Education: A qualification in Marketing, Business, or a related field.
    • Experience: Previous experience in marketing, advertising, or a similar role is preferred.
    • Skills: Strong understanding of marketing principles, excellent written and verbal communication, proficiency in marketing software (e.g. CRM tools, social media managers), and knowledge of social media and web analytics.
    • Creativity: A creative thinker with strong problem-solving skills.
    • Technical Skills: Experience with Adobe Creative Suite and working with Apple Mac computers.
    • Driving Licence: Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.

    What We Offer:

    • Competitive Salary: £27,000 per year.
    • Professional Growth: Opportunities for learning and career development.
    • Supportive Environment: Be part of a dynamic and supportive team working alongside another Marketing Assistant reporting to the Commercial Director.
    • Benefits: Life insurance, workplace pension, on-site parking and reduced Winter annualised hours between November to February.

    If you are ready to take the next step in your marketing career and want to work in a vibrant and supportive environment, we would love to hear from you!

    Apply Now and join us in promoting unforgettable adventures on the Norfolk Broads!

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: £27,000.00 per year

    Benefits:

    • Company events
    • Company pension
    • Free parking
    • Life insurance
    • On-site parking

    Work Location: In person

  • Join our team maintaining and servicing our fleet of holiday cruisers and day hire boats. This hands-on role involves mechanical repairs on diesel engines, gearboxes, hydraulic drives, pressurised water systems, and onboard heating systems.

    This is a varied and rewarding position that includes being part of our 24/7 on-call service rota. You’ll also play a key part in welcoming our customers by delivering cruiser handovers, tutorials, and trial runs to ensure a smooth start to their holiday.

    We’re looking for a candidate with:
    – Previous marine engineering experience
    – Gas Safe certification
    – A full UK driving licence

    As a key customer-facing member of our team, you’ll be friendly, approachable, and reliable, committed to delivering first-class service to holidaymakers and boat users alike.

    Role Details:
    – Full-time position, including weekends, bank holidays, and occasional out-of-hours work
    – Competitive salary, based on experience with guaranteed overtime and on-call additional earnings.
    – £250 enhanced on-call payment.
    – Free on-site parking
    – Uniform provided
    – Reduced winter hours: 4pm finishes from November to February

    If you’re passionate about engineering and enjoy providing excellent customer service, we’d love to hear from you!