Top five jobs of the week – 26th July

The BikeBiz jobs board filled over 550 positions in 2018, and listings are still on the rise. Here’s our latest top five…

All positions –  Alpkit

Alpkit is looking for people to work in its store, opening in Gateshead. It is looking for someone who is actively interested in the outdoors, takes pride in offering great service, is motivated to get things done and has an awareness across a range of outdoor gear and activities.   If you think you can wear the Alpkit red (or maybe green) t-shirt then get in touch telling it why you think you’d fit in well to an Alpkit store along with your CV and experience.  Part-time and full time available.

Cycling guide – Mark Warner

Mark Warner is actively recruiting for cycling guides to work in one of its Mediterranean beach resorts. The terrain, topography and quiet roads surrounding its beach resorts offer some fantastic cycling opportunities for both mountain and road bikers alike. Its cycling guides have an exciting and varied role with responsibility for the maintenance and upkeep of a fleet of bikes to leading a group of guests on guided tours. The tour categories are designed to cater for all abilities and vary in physicality from easy to challenging and can range from 10 to 80km in distance. Alternatively, guests hire bikes for a morning or afternoon.

Fox internal sales – Silverfish

This role will be one of the key links between Silverfish and its Fox customers. It will involve all aspects of Fox sales and technical support. The role will be office based at the Fox Service Centre in Risca, South Wales, and will be responsible for taking and processing Fox sales orders from dealers and consumers with an emphasis on technical product knowledge. Due to the technical nature of Fox suspension, the successful candidate will have a strong interest in mountain bikes and preferably possess knowledge of bicycle suspension technologies.

Mechanical and technical support – Cytronex

This is an exciting, responsible and varied role that for the right candidate will allow them to grow their responsibilities as the business continues to expand globally. You’ll be responsible for ensuring that the workshop and assembly operations are run efficiently, and provide technical support to both staff and customers, including developing and running the warranty and repair service.

Brand ambassador – Peloton

Peloton is looking for passionate ambassadors to build up its delivery operations. You’ll be responsible for providing five-star customer service in the delivery and set up of a high-tech stationary exercise bike, with a sleek 22-inch touchscreen HD screen. You’ll always have a Peloton ambassador riding along with you, helping to set up and present the bike. The Peloton bikes come pre-assembled into the warehouse, so don’t worry about being an expert on building or repairing bikes. You only have to screw in and tighten a few parts. Full training is provided.