VisitAberdeenshire is looking
to bolster its volunteer scheme, by recruiting new team members to welcome
visitors to Aberdeen and beyond.
The Welcome to Aberdeenshire
volunteer programme was originally launched in 2019, but with the imminent
arrival of cruise liners into Port of Aberdeen’s South Harbour,
VisitAberdeenshire is looking for further enthusiastic individuals who can
welcome visitors off the ships, and also assist at business events and
conferences in the city.
Chris Foy, CEO,
VisitAberdeenshire said: ”First impressions really count, so we need positive,
friendly people to help create long lasting, positive impressions of the region
so that they return again.”
VisitAberdeenshire’s volunteers
are ambassadors for the area, sharing local knowledge and helpful information
to enrich the visitor experience for those arriving in the city for business
events or leisure purposes.
Mr Foy continued: “As cruise
vessels begin to arrive, our volunteers will be on the quayside welcoming
passengers and directing them to where they are going, whether they’re heading
on a planned excursion or are exploring the city.”
Volunteers should have
availability throughout the week and weekends. New recruits will be provided
with a uniform and given training to enhance their local knowledge and customer
service skills.
To apply, please visit https://www.visitabdn.com/about-us/volunteers/
for more information and application
forms.