Full Time

Night Waiter/Porter

The Royal Yacht Britannia, voted as the World’s No. 1 Attraction (Tripadvisor), is a five-star visitor attraction and exclusive evening events venue in Edinburgh. The 160-strong team on board is committed to delivering the same standards of excellence that were expected when Britannia was in service.

Fingal, a former Northern Lighthouse Board tender, is permanently berthed on Leith’s vibrant waterfront and has been transformed into a five-star luxury floating hotel, restaurant, bar and events venue.

Company benefits include:

• 6.6 weeks / 33 days pro-rata annual leave

• Staff discounts in the Shop, the Royal Deck Tearoom, The Lighthouse Restaurant & Bar and overnight stays aboard Fingal

• Uniform provided

• Convenient access via public transport links

• Complimentary tickets to Britannia each year of employment

• Up to £1,000 referral bonus through our Recommend a Colleague Scheme

• Up to 1 week / 5 days pro-rata additional long service annual leave

• Options to buy and sell annual leave

• Generous company pension (10% employer contribution, rising to up to 20% with employee contribution)

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Training and development from day one

• Life assurance

• Employee events and celebrations

Events

Join our elite Events department, which hosts exclusive and elegant evening dinner and drinks receptions on board Britannia and Fingal Hotel. We are looking for a Night Waiter/Porter to join our warm and professional team.

Key responsibilities:

• Deliver highest quality, ensuring an excellent and welcoming guest experience

• Take and serve orders efficiently while maintaining strong product knowledge

• Maintain the cleanliness and presentation of dining and service areas to a high standard

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure smooth and efficient service

• Work shifts on a rota basis, including evenings, weekends and public holidays

Who We’re Looking For
Successful candidates will be:

• Enthusiastic

• Have a smart appearance

• Have a flexible can-do attitude

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• A passion for exceptional customer care

• The ability to work unsupervised

Location

The Royal Yacht Britannia and Fingal Hotel in Leith, Edinburgh.

If you feel you have the personality, skills and experience we are looking for, then we would love to hear from you.

Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining why you feel you would be suitable for the role of Night Waiter/Porter to: recruitment@tryb.co.uk

Closing date: 19 October 2026

No agencies please.

We appreciate your interest in joining our team. Due to the high volume of applications, successful candidates will be contacted directly by email.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Revealing Trimontium: Digital Engagement & Interpretation Officer

The Trimontium Trust (a registered charity SCO16646) is an independent Trust which has been successfully running an Accredited Museum in Melrose, displaying artefacts (many on loan from National Museums Scotland) and interpreting the fascinating story of the Roman fort at Trimontium.
Over the last five years the Trust has completed a major refurbishment and extension of the museum (increasing its visitor numbers from 3000 to c11,000 p.a.) and now runs a lively programme of learning and engagement activities. The museum has been awarded a five-star grading from VisitScotland’s Quality Assurance Scheme. The Trust has recently secured funding to run a three-year project, Revealing Trimontium, which will connect the museum to the Roman fort site at Newstead, through the creation of a cinema space and the use of Augmented and Virtual Reality. The Trust is now seeking to appoint a Heritage Innovation Manager to lead this project and Digital Engagement and Interpretation Manager to develop the offer, working alongside our Volunteer and Visitor Experience Manager and volunteer team.

To apply: please send a covering letter explaining your suitability for the post and CV demonstrating appropriate experience, to: recruitment@trimontium.co.uk

Closing date: 16th October
Possible interview date: 9th November

Head of Retail and Food & Beverage

The Role

We are excited to introduce a new Head of Retail & Food & Beverage role to support the next stage of growth across our retail and hospitality businesses. This senior position will lead the strategic development and performance of our cafés and shops, helping to shape the visitor experience, drive revenue, and identify opportunities for innovation and improvement.

Working closely with the management team, you will help oversee daily operations, supervise staff, ensure compliance with food safety and health & safety standards, and contribute to the commercial success of the operation. You will lead by example, providing outstanding customer service while supporting colleagues to perform at their best while working as part of a team.

This role is a hybrid between getting involved hands-on when needed, while overseeing and driving the business on a day to day basis.

About Us

The estate has been part of the Scottish Borders since 1358. Everything we do is to ensure that we continue into the next millennium. Through our longevity we have developed deep connections with the land and its people, and we are guided by the principle that our operations benefit the health of the environment and the prosperity of local communities. We are not just enduring; we will constantly innovate and grow to maximise the potential of the region and land under our care so we will be a source of inspiration and a model estate for the 21st Century.

Passionate People

It takes a certain sort of person to flourish in a fast‑paced, multi‑dimensional environment like Roxburghe Estates. We look for talented, self‑motivated and enthusiastic individuals who can share our passion for providing a warm welcome and delivering exceptional experiences.

Our Values

Custodians – Community – Authenticity – Drive – Warmth

“To understand, improve and develop our natural, heritage and built environments, allowing them to flourish as sustainable businesses capable of making significant contributions to a vibrant Borders community, now and for generations to come.”

Key Responsibilities

Supervise the day-to-day operation of the retail outlets (Castle Gift Shop and Apple Shed) and food & beverage outlets (Courtyard Café and Terrace Café), ensuring a smooth, efficient and welcoming visitor experience.
Lead, motivate and support the team to deliver consistently high standards of customer service, presentation and operational performance.
Act as a Duty Manager, taking responsibility for the safe and smooth running of the visitor operation, including opening and closing outlets, responding to operational issues, and providing relief cover as required.
Support recruitment, induction, training and development of team members, ensuring staff are appropriately trained and understand their roles, responsibilities, policies and procedures.
Assist with staff rotas and daily resource planning, ensuring appropriate staffing levels and effective deployment of team members in line with visitor demand.
Deliver excellent customer service, acting as a key point of contact for visitors, resolving queries and complaints professionally and efficiently, and supporting the achievement of visitor survey targets.
Identify and organise opportunities to participate in external events, driving food and beverage sales through effective planning and community engagement.
Maximise sales and profitability across retail and F&B operations by monitoring sales performance, contributing to revenue targets and identifying opportunities to increase sales and improve commercial performance.
Collaborate with the Marketing team to promote our catering and retail functions.
Share responsibility for achieving the annual F&B budget, monitoring performance and supporting effective cost control.
Manage and support stock control, including ordering, receiving, replenishment, stock rotation and monitoring wastage, ensuring stock is available while minimising unnecessary costs.
Maintain high standards of presentation, cleanliness and service, ensuring all retail and F&B areas are consistently well presented and meet NTS standards.
Ensure full compliance with relevant legislation and organisational requirements, including food safety, food allergens, food hygiene, health & safety, licensing, environmental health, security and company policies and procedures, maintaining accurate records as required.
Ensure the safety and security of visitors, team members, premises, and stock by proactively planning ahead and escalating any issues promptly when necessary.
Carry out cash handling and financial procedures accurately, including till operation, cashing up and end-of-day procedures.
Identify and implement opportunities to improve operational efficiency and the visitor experience, working collaboratively with colleagues and responding to visitor feedback, surveys and customer insight to identify opportunities to improve products, services and the overall visitor experience.
Support wider business operations, working flexibly across the organisation and undertaking other reasonable duties as required.
Qualities You Will Possess

Passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences and leading teams that take pride in their work.
A positive, approachable and inspiring leader who can motivate, develop and empower others.
Commercially minded, with the ability to identify opportunities to grow revenue, profitability and performance.
Strategic and forward-thinking, able to balance day-to-day operational demands with long-term business objectives.
Proactive, self-motivated and accountable, taking ownership of decisions and driving continuous improvement.
An excellent communicator and relationship builder, able to influence and collaborate effectively with colleagues, customers and external partners.
To be successful in this role you will need:

Full UK driving licence.
Excellent organisational, administrative and IT skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a genuine enthusiasm for delivering exceptional customer service, with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
Please apply by sending your Cover Letter and CV via Indeed, or you alternatively you can email this directly to cbell@floorscastle.com.

Benefits:

Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Employee discount
Free flu jabs
Free parking
Life insurance
On-site parking
Work Location: In person

Revealing Trimontium: Heritage Innovation Manager

Over the last five years the Trust has completed a major refurbishment and extension of the museum (increasing its visitor numbers from 3000 to c11,000 p.a.) and now runs a lively programme of learning and engagement activities. The museum has been awarded a five-star grading from VisitScotland’s Quality Assurance Scheme. The Trust has recently secured funding to run a three-year project, Revealing Trimontium, which will connect the museum to the Roman fort site at Newstead, through the creation of a cinema space and the use of Augmented and Virtual Reality. The Trust is now seeking to appoint a Heritage Innovation Manager to lead this project and Digital Engagement and Interpretation Manager to develop the offer, working alongside our Volunteer and Visitor Experience Manager and volunteer team.

Please see attached document for full job description.

To apply: please send a covering letter explaining your suitability for the post and CV demonstrating appropriate experience, to: recruitment@trimontium.co.uk

Closing date: 16th October
Possible interview date: 9th November

Digital Asset Management Assistant

Full-time and Fixed Term (to 31 March 2027)
Hybrid / flexible working

About the role

How do you make a world-class art collection easier to discover, share and use?

Do you have experience using a Digital Asset Management system with excellent data management skills? Do you have a strong eye for detail and a good understanding of copyright, image permissions, and GDPR? If you’re interested in helping one of the UK’s leading art collections make the most of its digital assets, we’d love to hear from you.

As our Digital Asset Management Assistant, you’ll be instrumental in managing and improving the data and processes behind our collection of images, videos, and other digital assets. You’ll make sure our digital assets are meticulously organised, accurately described and easily accessible, while helping to develop the systems and processes that enable them to be used and shared effectively. This is a hands-on role where accuracy really matters, and where your work will help improve the quality, consistency, and accessibility of our digital collections.

You’ll need to be confident working with Digital Asset Management and Collections Management systems, managing and processing data, and working carefully with metadata. You’ll also bring a practical understanding of copyright, and images permissions, with the ability to research rights, identify potential issues and support copyright clearance.

You’ll work closely with colleagues across the National Galleries of Scotland, including project teams and collections colleagues, so strong communication and organisational skills are just as important as your technical knowledge. You’ll be comfortable managing competing priorities, working independently when needed and contributing collaboratively to shared projects.

If you enjoy bringing order to complex information, solving problems and finding ways to improve how things work, this is an opportunity to use your digital asset management, data and copyright skills in a cultural heritage environment – helping more people connect with Scotland’s national collection.

Please apply through our website.

The closing date for completed applications is 12 noon on Monday, 12 October 2026.

Garden Apprentice

JOB PURPOSE

The Garden team plays a vital role in delivering the National Trust for Scotland’s mission by contributing to nature conservation, visitor experience, learning, and community engagement. This work supports both the strategic objectives of individual properties and the wider goals of the organization, helping to protect and promote Scotland’s natural and cultural heritage.

The Garden Apprentice position offers a valuable opportunity for a young person to gain hands-on experience, training, and professional development in a dynamic conservation and visitor services environment. Working alongside experienced colleagues, the apprentice will support the care and presentation of our landscapes, engage with visitors and local communities, and contribute to the protection and enjoyment of special places.

Through meaningful public engagement, excellent customer service, and commitment to high standards, the Garden Apprentice will help create memorable experiences for visitors. As part of the site team at Kellie Castle and Garden (East Fife Team), the apprentice will also support income generation and contribute to the long-term sustainability of the Trust’s work.

The Apprentice will also study for a Modern Apprenticeship (SVQ in Horticulture within Parks and Gardens and greenspaces at SCQF Level 6) with Rural Skills Scotland.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

You will take direction from the Head Gardener, with the Garden team providing day -to-day supervision. You will also work alongside other property staff. The apprenticeship will be run in partnership with Rural Skills Scotland, who will support the successful candidate through their SVQ undertaking regular observations to allow the apprentice to meet the necessary evidence requirements. The apprenticeship is for a fixed period of 18 months during which the successful candidate will be mentored and undertake relevant vocational training.

You will provide a consistently high standard of work and customer care at all times:
 Promoting and supporting the organic management principles within the gardens
 Assisting with the production of fruit and vegetables for sale.
 Assisting with all general gardening duties
 Maintenance of the of the estate
 Providing an excellent visitor experiences including delivery of guided walks, events and educational activities, answering visitors’ queries about the property and gardens
 Promoting the National Trust for Scotland and the benefits of Trust membership
 Always maintain excellent standards of site and personal presentation
 Ensuring work is undertaken in a safe and appropriate manner, wearing correct uniform, name badges, or PPE as required

Chef

Join the Fruitmarket team!

We are looking for an experienced chef to join our team on a permanent basis. We encourage applications from chefs with at least 12 months’ experience and will consider applications for full-time or part-time work. The right candidate will be punctual, organised and hard working.

The Fruitmarket cafe is popular with our exhibition audiences and with commuters, local residents, and tourists. We pride ourselves on creating a fair and friendly workplace with an attractive package of staff benefits.

Working hours will usually be between 8am and 6pm daily but the role also involves working occasional events outside of these hours. This role is paid at £14.42 per hour plus tips.

Application Process
For an informal discussion about the role please contact Martin on 0131 226 8195.
 
Please visit our website https://www.fruitmarket.co.uk/about-us/recruitment/ to download the job description and equalities monitoring form.  
 
Please read the job description and submit a CV with a statement outlining that you have the skills for the post, and complete the equalities monitoring information. 

We will also accept a CV and statement in video or audio file.

The application should be emailed to jobs@fruitmarket.co.uk with Fruitmarket Chef as the email subject heading. 

Application deadline: Monday 19th October
We will contact shortlisted candidates directly. If you have not heard from us by Tuesday 20th October then your application has not been shortlisted.

Gardener

JOB PURPOSE
The National Trust for Scotland is passionate about Scotland’s heritage; we make a difference to what makes Scotland so special. The role is based at Brodie Castle and Estate. Brodie Castle, Garden & Estate comprises: Grade A-listed 16th century tower-house with 17th, 18th and 19th century additions, the Playful Garden, a significant collection of paintings and furniture, and a 75-acre estate of designated historic designed landscape which holds policy woodland, a large pond and the famous Brodie Daffodil Collection. It maintains strong links to the Brodie family, whose ancestral seat this was for its entire history. The buildings and grounds are open to the public all year round and are supported by multiple catering facilities within the Castle and Playful Pavilion, two gift shops, the Stables conference centre and holiday. Brodie also hosts weddings, private hire functions and year-round events.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE
Qualifications
• A formal qualification at NVQ/ SVQ Level 2 in amenity horticulture supported by knowledge and a minimum of 2 years practical work experience in a heritage or amenity garden context.
• PA1 and PA6a spraying certificates, or willingness to be trained in the use of pesticides and to exercise that training.
• Current driving licence valid for driving in the UK.
• Formal machinery certifications, i.e., Ride on mowers, tractors, chainsaws etc or willingness to be trained.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
• Undertaking practical maintenance of the garden and estate e.g., managing trees and shrubs, herbaceous plants, and bulbs; turf care; pest/disease/weed control; staking, plant nutrition, composting and soil improvement to the required standards expected by the Trust and for the maximum safety of, and enjoyment by visitors including other professionals in the horticultural industry.
• Contributing to the management, conservation, and development of the garden and estate by plant propagation, cultivation, production of seed and the inputting of appropriate plant records on IRIS database and labelling were directed by the Garden and Estate Manager or Assistant Head Gardener.
• The ability to work individually or as part of a team across a wide range of activities across the garden & estate including hedge cutting, strimming & brush cutting, tractor/ATV driving, chipping & spraying.
• As requested, assisting with education/interpretation activities such as introductory talks and guided walks.
• Fostering positive relationships with visitors, local communities and other organisations and promote the work of the Trust when & were appropriate.
• On occasion, supervising and working with volunteers and/or staff members to ensure they deliver required outputs and the appropriate standard of work, and gain benefit/satisfaction from their activities.
• Undertaking such other reasonable duties as may from time to time be required to ensure the smooth running of the property as required by the Operations Manager / Property Management team.
• On occasion, contributing to the review and development of operational workplans for the gardens.
• Ensuring compliance with the Trust’s health, safety, and environment policies and procedures. This will include timely completion of HAVS, spraying records and attendance of annual health monitoring.

Head Chef

JOB PURPOSE

To lead the kitchen at The Mackintosh Tearooms, delivering high-quality tearoom, private dining and event menus within safe, hygienic and financially sustainable operations.
Reporting to the Restaurant Manager, the post-holder works with the wider management team to deliver an excellent visitor experience and meet financial targets.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Lead daily kitchen operations, maintaining Trust standards for food quality, presentation and service across a food and beverage operation with estimated income of £1m and budgeted expenditure of £350k.
• Develop, cost and deliver seasonal, tearoom, private dining, travel trade and event menus with the Restaurant Manager, Operations Manager and VSS Bookings.
• Work with front-of-house colleagues, using visitor feedback and mystery-visit results to improve service and the visitor experience.
• Manage food costs, purchasing, nominated suppliers, stock control and records in line with budgets and GP targets.
• Lead, supervise and develop the kitchen team, setting clear expectations for performance and standards.

Health & Safety, Food Safety and the Environment:
• Ensure compliance with statutory and Trust requirements for health and safety, food safety and environmental management, completing risk assessments, checks, records and reports and addressing issues promptly.
• Maintain current allergen information and ensure agreed allergen procedures are followed.
• Ensure kitchen staff and high-risk food handlers are appropriately trained and supervised, including in the safe use and cleaning of equipment.
• Maintain cleaning schedules and required standards for kitchen areas and equipment, reporting repair or replacement needs.

This role does not require you to undertake a criminal records check.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE

Qualifications & Experience

Essential
• NVQ Level 3, BTEC, City & Guilds, HND, degree or equivalent experience, with an Intermediate Food Hygiene Certificate or above.
• Strong craft skills and a successful background in a busy catering environment, including experience in a 2 AA Rosette or similar establishment.
• Proven supervisory and management experience, with strong leadership and influencing skills.
• Passion for food and customer service, with flair and innovation in menu development and presentation.
• Strong financial, time-management and organisational skills.

Desirable
• Experience managing kitchens within multi-strand visitor or commercial services in a heritage or tourist-attraction setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and a full UK driving licence.

Visitor Services Supervisor – Collections Care

JOB PURPOSE
The Visitor Services Supervisor – Collections Care is responsible for ensuring the highest standards of preventive conservation, collections care, documentation, access, and engagement across significant collections and historic interiors within their allocated property or cluster. Working as part of a multi disciplinary team and in liaison with regional specialist staff, the postholder leads on the planning, delivery, and monitoring of routine and deep cleaning programmes, safe handling and movement of collections, and the protection of collections during events and operational activity. They will recruit, train, and supervise staff and volunteers to support collections care, manage conservation equipment and audits, and contribute to engaging visitor experiences through educational activity and ‘Conservation in Action’ interpretation. The role helps ensure that properties remain well presented, well cared for, and relevant for the benefit and enjoyment of everyone, with some travel across the Trust as required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
• Collections care – use existing systems and processes to lead on Integrated Pest Management, environmental monitoring, housekeeping plans, and routine condition checks to ensure the highest standards of preventive conservation for collections on display and in storage at Crathes Castle, in collaboration with the Operations Manager and Regional Conservator.
• Collections care cleaning – Plan, deliver, and oversee collections care cleaning for collections, historic interiors, and collection spaces, at Crathes Castle, ensuring work aligns with Trust standards and specialist recommendations.
• Collections monitoring & documentation – In liaison with Trust Collections Management staff, use Trust systems (e.g., AIS) to monitor and record damage, movement, and location of collections; ensure documentation, audits, and inventory checks are accurate and up to date.
• Supervision of volunteers – Recruit, train, supervise, manage, and support volunteers involved in collections care, conservation cleaning, object handling, emergency response, and engagement activities.
• Support during events & operational activity – in collaboration with the Operations Manager and Regional Conservator, lead on collections protection during functions, events, filming, and building or contractor work to ensure safe handling, appropriate storage, and uncompromised care of collections and interiors.
• Collaborative working with specialists – Work closely with Operations Manager, Regional Conservator, Curator, and Collections Services Teams to implement conservation advice, support research, interpretation, exhibitions, and access to collections.
• Emergency preparedness & response – Maintain and implement Collections Emergency Salvage Plans; ensure staff are trained, equipment and material stocks are maintained, and respond to accidental damage or salvage incidents when required.
• Procurement & resource management – Sustainably manage and maintain conservation materials, equipment, and supplies, with support from the Operations Manager.
• Collections access, engagement & interpretation – Advocate for the collections, lead ‘Conservation in Action’ activities, support educational programmes, and contribute to visitor engagement through interpretation and access initiatives.
• Publicity & communications – Promote conservation and collections care through social media, onsite engagement, and collaboration with communications teams to share updates and stories.
• Compliance & health and safety – Ensure adherence to Health & Safety policies, object handling protocols, risk assessments and contractor supervision requirements when working in historic interiors with collections.
• Operational responsibilities & duty management – Act as key holder and duty manager as required, supporting the wider property team in delivering an excellent visitor experience and maintaining high standards across all operations.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE
Qualifications
Essential
• Degree in a relevant subject (e.g., Conservation, Museum Studies, Art History) or equivalent relevant experience.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Competent user of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to problem solve and respond quickly and flexibly in challenging circumstances.
Desirable
• Awareness and membership of ICON
• Health and safety–related certification (e.g., First Aid, PASMA).
• Knowledge or understanding of the National Trust for Scotland and its properties and collections
• Ability to work across multiple sites as needed.
• Training in or working knowledge of environmental monitoring systems.

Experience
Essential
• Demonstrable experience of collections care, preventive conservation, and collections management in a historic house or museum setting.
• Experience supervising, training, coaching, and supporting staff and volunteers, including rota management.
• Proven experience handling, cleaning, and caring for a range of historic materials and decorative arts.
• Experience using collections management databases and conducting audits or condition checks.
• Experience working with the public and delivering excellent customer care.
• Experience performing physical tasks such as lifting objects, working at height, using ladders / scaffolding, and opening / closing historic properties.

Desirable
• Experience delivering training sessions, specialist talks, or public engagement activities.
• Experience using social media in a professional or heritage context.
• Experience working across multiple historic sites or in a multi property organisation.
• Experience supporting or managing events within a heritage setting.
• Experience in security awareness or emergency procedures relevant to collections.
• Experience using environmental monitoring systems.

Marketing Executive

We are looking for a talented and creative Marketing Executive to join our Business Development Team and help tell the stories that make OneRen unique.

This is an exciting opportunity for a creative and data-driven marketing professional to play a key role in delivering impactful marketing campaigns across a diverse range of services and programmes. Reporting to the Marketing and Campaigns Manager, you will support the day-to-day delivery of OneRen’s marketing activities, helping to strengthen our brand, engage audiences and promote our services across Renfrewshire and beyond.

You will develop engaging content, support integrated marketing campaigns, manage digital communications and use performance insights to continuously improve results. Working closely with colleagues across the organisation, you will help showcase the positive impact OneRen has within the community.

Communications Executive

We are looking for a creative, organised and enthusiastic Communications Executive to join our Business Development team.

Reporting to the Brand & Communications Manager, you will support the day-to-day delivery of OneRen’s public relations, media relations, marketing and internal communications activities. You’ll help create engaging content, build positive relationships with media outlets, support internal communications, and contribute to campaigns that strengthen OneRen’s reputation and reach.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to develop their communications career within a dynamic organisation that values creativity, collaboration and innovation.