SITE MANAGEMENT

POSITIONS
 We have put a lot of work and love to
rejuvenate and revitalize the land and buildings.
Now we are taking it to the next level!
 SITE MANAGEMENT TEAM
WELCOME TO THE AMARA WORKSHOP!
We are searching for people with construction, maintenance, mechanical and
landscaping skills to come work with us, to lead projects, to help maintain the off-
grid systems, improve the buildings, land and other current projects at the centre.

Site Management Lead Position:

6 Months Minimum Stay - starting ASAP (First Month Trial)
We are looking to find someone to help repair, maintain and improve the critical
infrastructure at Amara. If qualified (with professional experience), this could be a
full time (35 hours/wk) paid position after the trial period. Option to live on-site
with accommodation and gourmet vegetarian food included. For the right person
this can be an amazing opportunity to take your skills to the next level, while being
part of a growing conscious community, where you will be supported in developing
your health and well-being on many levels. Living off-site is also possible.
You will work in collaboration with the rest of the Amara Valley team in regards to
project planning, work priorities, land management, and maintenance. The first
month of your stay will be a trial period so we can get to know each other. After
that we can discuss the continuation of our agreement and moving into a paid role.

Site Management Team Member Positions:

These positions are an exchange of work (around 25hrs/week - 4-6hrs per

working day) for accommodation, all meals and the experience of taking your
skills to the next level, and exploring your personal growth as part of the
Amara community.

You will work in collaboration with the rest of the Amara Valley team in
regards to work priorities, land management, and maintenance support.

Amara Valley is located near Banyoles, a town 1:30h north of Barcelona, in

the hills of Rocacorba overlooking the Vall de Biert. The centre is built on a
10Ha off-grid estate surrounded by native oak forest, powered by renewable
energy, with a pool, large yoga shala, meditation room, sauna and an
inspiring international team co-creating unique experiences in these spaces!
How do things work at Amara?
The on-site community of Amara residents and work-exchange
volunteers typically rotates between 10-20 people on a regular basis
and depending on the season. We are also hosting retreats,
gatherings on weekends, holidays or other times during the year.

Schedule:
The Site Management Team usually
work on site maintenance during the
week on mornings and/or afternoons
as necessary. Weekend duties may
include retreat support.

Work times may change depending on

project needs or during season
changes.

5 days work per week

2 days off per week

Our wish list of combined skills:

Experience with construction,
maintenance & landscaping
Bonus skills, not required but
appreciated: plumbing, roofing,
electrics, design
Practical, well-organised, problem
solver and stress-proof
Driving license (not required but
recommended)
Fluent in English and Spanish
(if not both, at least English)
Love for outdoor and natural ways
of living
Comfort in multicultural environments
Carry a pro-active, professional and ethical attitude
We have high standards and would like someone who is able to help
maintain an organized and safe working environment
Our Requirements:

Capacity to adapt quickly to various project or work needs

Knowledge of how to safely use power tools & creating long-lasting
construction & building projects
Passion for working with your hands, indoors and outdoors, and a
good attitude to do whatever tasks need to be done
Able to work independently to complete projects or tasks
We highly value being familiar with Yogic philosophy, principles of
permaculture, meditation and/or body awareness practices, as well
as experience with personal growth work
Experience in managing volunteers or helpers on work projects

Amara Valley is a Retreat Centre, but also a community. All the residents
are unique individuals, coming from all over the world, with different
types of skills and personalities. This makes Amara a very diverse and
international group. We are all working closely with each other and value
good communication and mutual respect.

In that respect, you will need to:

Be interested in living or working in community and learning through

the gifts and challenges that it presents
Be flexible, good-natured, highly motivated and work well under
pressure (sometimes!)
Be open to work in a team
Able and willing to work as an integral part of the whole project in
general. There are lots of opportunities to learn different skills, be
involved in different projects, or help out in other ways if you desire!
Responsibilities as an Amarian living on-site:
Yoga and other practices are offered regularly and you're invited and
encouraged to join
Attend the morning and weekly community meetings when possible
and necessary
2-3 hrs a week assisting with shared community duties (cleaning, etc.)
Responsible and actively practicing safety and quality standards of
work projects and tasks
Establish good communication with work coordinator, as well as
directors of the project, scheduling regular meetings to check in on
what needs to change or be adjusted

Accommodation included: as a Lead we will offer your own private

room after the first month of trial. For Team members we offer shared
accommodation depending on availability
Use of all our facilities (Pool, Sauna, Shala, Wi-fi, etc)
Opportunity to practice yoga and participate in all the activities on-site
Professional level, but warm and casual work environment, oriented
towards personal growth
Creative partnership

What will you gain from being here?

The opportunity exists for developing your own skills, upgrading your CV,
using the Amara workshop for creative projects in your time off and
contributing to the well-being of the project and everyone that comes for
a visit.

If you want to engage in meaningful work, this is a great opportunity to

work with our team and contribute to our mission of creating a culture of
health and vibrant well-being at Amara Valley. Construction,
maintenance and landscaping are important pillars that support the
centre.
As we get to know your skills and abilities during our first few months
and assessing the work development, there will be potential for more
independence and autonomy on work projects. In addition, there is the
opportunity of taking on and gaining skills for organization, critical
infrastructure systems, off-grid living, purchasing logistics, as well as
an amazing place to offer your own classes, workshops or
demonstrations at our events or to individual guests. You will be able
to offer your work and service from the heart, towards something that
can benefit yourself and others.

Please, click on the link below and submit the application where

you will be able to share about yourself and your skills:

SITE MANAGER APPLICATION - CLICK HERE!