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Full Time

Curator – North East

JOB PURPOSE

The National Trust for Scotland’s curators are storytellers. The team co-ordinates research, helps to disseminate stories and supports property and central teams with the knowledge, tools and training that they need to share the histories of our places with our visitors and supporters in engaging ways.

The Curator North East provides curatorial support for the National Trust for Scotland’s North East region, excluding Fyvie Castle which is the responsibility of the Project Curator – Reimagining Fyvie Castle. They ensure that the cultural heritage of the properties in the region is well researched, understood and interpreted for the public. They have particular curatorial responsibility for the object collections and interiors at the region’s properties, but will also work with landscapes, gardens and intangible cultural heritage (ICH), facilitating cross-disciplinary research and ensuing integrated interpretation across all aspects of properties.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Undertake curatorial duties for a defined region or sub-regional cluster of properties, supporting regional and property teams to ensure collections, interiors, gardens and landscape elements are well researched, understood, and interpreted for the public. This will include:
o Training and development of colleagues
o Researching collections, interiors, people and places
o Interpreting our properties and their stories in creative and relevant ways, informed by audience feedback and evaluation
o Ensuring collections information is accurate and recorded in a manner consistent with policy and best practice.

• Support the development of and ensure work is consistent with policy and guidance on curatorial work, especially research, interpretation, and management of collections, with particular reference to the Curatorial Vison and Strategy.

• Support the development of Masterplan Projects at properties within the region, ensuring strategic direction is informed by strong understanding of cultural heritage and assets.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE

Qualifications and Experience

Essential
• Undergraduate degree in a relevant subject (e.g. art/architectural history, Scottish history, social history) or suitable equivalent experience.
• Experience of working with historic collections and period interiors and/or cultural landscapes
• Demonstrable experience of a wide range of curatorial and collections management responsibilities in a museum/gallery or heritage environment.
• Experience of building effective working relationships in complex, changing work environment and matrix-management structures.
• Competent object recognition and analytical skills, with proven ability and willingness to curate a wide range of object types.
• Sound understanding of SPECTRUM documentation standards and the requirements for Museum Accreditation.
• Experience of research from primary sources, producing and sharing research outputs.
• Experience of object cataloguing and use of collections management databases.
• Demonstrable experience of planning audience-focused exhibitions and displays.
• Demonstrable experience of creating and enabling audience-focused interpretive and visitor experience solutions.

Desirable
• A post graduate qualification in relevant subject (e.g. history, heritage interpretation, museum studies)
• Specialist knowledge expertise and a track record of publications in a relevant subject
• Experience of effective leadership in a dynamic environment
• Experience of developing and managing collaborative research projects
• A strong understanding of how to use evaluation and visitor research to inform exhibitions and interpretive developments.

Curator (Engagement)

Contract Type: Permanent

Grade: FC07

Salary: £34,914.86 – £43,437.09

Hours: 36 per week

Location: Kirkcaldy Galleries with travel across OnFife venues

Job Reference: ON000637

We are OnFife and we know how valuable creativity is to our communities. Whether we’re helping people learn or making them laugh – we’re here to bring people together and make them feel good. Our spaces are some of Fife’s favourite places – from historic buildings to mobile libraries, award-winning new destinations to much-loved community hubs. Museums, theatres, galleries, libraries, and archives – we offer them all. We’re built on strong values, and those values make us who we are – Fearless, Inviting, Fair and Exciting.

We’re a Real Living Wage employer, and we offer a local government pension scheme, generous holiday allowance and flexible working opportunities. We have a dedicated training scheme offering professional development opportunities and you can also access our employee discount scheme which offers local and national savings and a range of employee benefits. 

The Role

We are looking for a creative and community-focused Curator (Engagement) to join our Cultural Heritage team. In this role you will bring the collections and the stories they hold to life working closely with communities by providing meaningful opportunities for engagement, enjoyment and learning. Engaging with groups and individuals to enable them to contribute to collections, interpretation, displays and exhibitions. 

Typically working Monday – Friday, there may be requirements to work some evenings and weekends to meet business needs.  

You can view the full job spec on our current vacancies page.

About You

We want someone who is enthusiastic, imaginative, and deeply committed to community engagement in a museum context. You will have 1–3 years of relevant experience working in museums, galleries, or the heritage sector specifically working with communities; relevant qualifications and CPD. You will also have demonstrable skills in interpretation & exhibition work, collections management and partnership working. There is a requirement for the postholder to have a PVG. You will have access to transport and a willingness to travel across Fife, alongside flexibility for occasional evening and weekend working when required.  

How to Apply

If you would like to find out more information about this role before applying, please contact Gillian Crumpton for an informal chat. Please email gillian.crumpton@onfife.com to arrange this.     

When you’re ready to apply, please complete our application form and equal opportunities form and return them to the HR team.

The closing date for applications is 12:00 noon on Thursday 1 October.  

Interviews will take place on 22 and 23 October 2026.

OnFife is an equal opportunities employer. 

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Retail Assistant – Stirling Castle

Your role of Retail Assistant will be a full year variable position. The likely start date for this role is in November 2026.

Are you looking for a job that is both fun and unique? You’ll get an insight into Scotland’s rich history and gain valuable experience in the tourism industry and help bring Scotland’s dramatic history to life for our visitors from across the world. Explore the fascinating stories from Scotland’s past and share your passion with international and local visitors who come to Stirling Castle.

This is an exciting opportunity to work for the lead body responsible for the historic environment in Scotland. You will be actively involved in work which supports providing the best experience for our visitors.

We are looking for someone who enjoys interacting with diverse groups of people, who has a passion for customer service and who would thrive in a fast paced and constantly changing workplace.

Stirling Castle staff pride themselves on delivering a first – class visitor service. We have welcomed over 600,000 visitors from April 2025– March 2026, visitors from many countries around the world who are all looking for a unique experience, with the anticipation that we will welcome even more visitors in 2026/27 and beyond and the retail team play a huge role in the visitor experience, with the selling of retail products to the benefit of the customer, a core part of visitor engagement.

Marketing Co-ordinator

About Jupiter Artland

Jupiter Artland is an award-winning contemporary sculpture park and charitable foundation located just outside Edinburgh. Set across 120 acres of meadow, woodland and indoor gallery spaces, it presents a significant collection of permanent site-specific commissions alongside seasonal exhibitions, public programmes and events.

Every visit supports the work of the Jupiter Artland Learning Foundation, which delivers free creative learning for schools and young people across Scotland. Alongside its programme on site, Jupiter+ extends the organisation’s reach through exhibitions, residencies and youth activity across Scotland.

About the position

We are looking for an enthusiastic and organised Marketing Co-ordinator to support the delivery of Jupiter Artland’s marketing and communications activity.

Working within the Marketing & Communications team, the Marketing Co-ordinator will help promote exhibitions, events, membership, learning programmes, seasonal activity and the wider Jupiter Artland experience. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for contemporary art, culture and audience engagement who enjoys working across a varied range of marketing activity.

The successful candidate will be creative, organised and confident communicating with a wide range of audiences. They will have excellent attention to detail and be comfortable managing multiple deadlines in a busy cultural environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the planning and delivery of integrated marketing campaigns across digital, print, social media, email and other channels.
  • Create, coordinate and schedule engaging content for Jupiter Artland’s social media platforms.
  • Assist with the production and distribution of email marketing campaigns and newsletters.
  • Update website content, ensuring information is accurate, engaging and up to date.
  • Support the creation of marketing materials, including flyers, posters, brochures, digital assets and promotional copy.
  • Coordinate marketing activity for exhibitions, events, seasonal programmes and learning activities.
  • Work with internal teams, artists, partners, designers, photographers and external suppliers to gather and deliver marketing content.
  • Assist with maintaining marketing schedules, campaign plans and content calendars.
  • Monitor campaign performance and contribute to reporting and evaluation.
  • Support audience development and initiatives designed to attract new and diverse audiences.
  • Help maintain accurate marketing databases and audience records in line with relevant data protection requirements.
  • Assist with press and PR activity.
  • Keep up to date with relevant cultural, digital and marketing trends.

About You

  • We are looking for someone who has experience in a marketing, communications or audience development role.
  • Can write engaging, audience-focused copy for different platforms.
  • Is confident using various social media accounts and digital marketing tools.
  • Has strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
  • Has excellent attention to detail.
  • Is creative and proactive.
  • Enjoys working collaboratively with colleagues and external partners.
  • Is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and adapting to changing priorities.
  • Has an interest in contemporary art and the cultural sector.

Desirable Experience

  • Experience with email marketing platforms and CRM/database systems.
  • Experience using analytics and reporting tools.
  • Confident with Adobe Suite.
  • Experience promoting events, exhibitions or cultural programmes.
  • Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, Excel and PowerPoint).
  • SharePoint document management and internal coordination workflows.
  • WordPress and WooCommerce website and ecommerce management.
  • Meta Business Suite including paid campaigns on Instagram and Facebook.
  • Hootsuite for social media scheduling and reporting tools.
  • Website content editing and SEO basics.

What We Offer

The opportunity to work within an ambitious and distinctive contemporary arts organisation. This is a creative and inspiring working environment within the Jupiter Artland landscape and the position brings chance to contribute to a varied programme of exhibitions, events and audience activity.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your relevant experience and explaining why you would like to join Jupiter Artland.

Closing date: 18 September
Interviews: Week of 28th September
Start date: Ideally end of October 2026

Why Join Jupiter Artland

Jupiter Artland is one of Scotland’s leading contemporary arts organisations, combining landscape, learning and artistic commissioning in a unique setting just outside Edinburgh.

This role offers the opportunity to shape how a nationally significant cultural organisation connects with its audiences and develops its next chapter.

Jupiter Artland is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming organisation. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

Please email CV & Cover Letter to tani@jupiterartland.org

Bute Preventive Conservation Internship

JOB PURPOSE
The Bute Preventive Conservation Internship, supported by the Trust’s Bute Memorial Fund, is an exceptional opportunity for an emerging conservation professional. The Trust is Scotland’s leading conservation charity, with an extensive portfolio of built heritage sites, from castles and country houses to cottages, working historic environments to modern museum facilities. Material culture collections are on open display at more than 50 of these properties, and their care is the responsibility of the Trust’s Collections Conservation and Management and Curatorial Teams. Our emphasis is on a collaborative approach rooted in strategy, preventive conservation principles and practice.
Since 2008, the NTS has supported twelve interns, ten of whom were funded through the Bute Memorial Fund. Through their time at NTS, they have all been given an outstanding opportunity to develop their conservation skills, building on the theory and experience of prior formal training.

LEARNING OUTCOMES: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
The Bute Preventive Conservation Intern will develop their knowledge, skills and experience under the guidance of the Conservator North East and other Trust staff.
The internship is for a fixed term of 18 months and will follow a work and learning plan mutually agreed between the intern and intern supervisor to include the following opportunities.
• Work closely with the NE Conservator to provide conservation advice, guidance and training to collection care staff to ensure a good level of collection care throughout the region.
• Contribute to all aspects of preventive conservation in an historic house setting, including environmental monitoring and control, condition assessing, integrated pest management, collection management, emergency planning and collection care and cleaning.
• Build on knowledge and skills learnt during formal conservation qualification, expanding real life experience of conservation issues and solutions.
• Experience the process of recognising the need for, and commissioning remedial conservation of collections.
• Attend training and development opportunities internally and externally where offered to develop knowledge, skills and experience in preventive conservation and develop a network of contacts across the sector.
• Contribute to public engagement activities, sharing conservation stories within the Trust and externally to promote both conservation practices and the Bute internship.
• Contribute to regional and national projects including the Fyvie Masterplan Project and the Environmental Monitoring Replacement Project.
• Manage small conservation projects with the support of the Conservator North East to develop project and time management skills.
12 months of the internship will focus on developing skills and experience. The last 6 months of the internship will involve more independent working on agreed projects.

Events Coordinator – Christmas at the Botanics

Contract type: Fixed-term – 4 months (starting as soon as possible)
Working hours: Full-time (35 hours per week)
Location: Edinburgh (onsite), hybrid working may be available
Salary: £33,454 per annum plus benefits

The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (RBGE) is a world-leading botanic garden, conservation charity and visitor attraction. Through our four gardens and internationally recognised collections, we inspire people to value, protect and enjoy plants and the natural world. We also deliver a vibrant programme of events that connects thousands of visitors with our work each year.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly organised Events Coordinator to join our Events team and support the delivery of RBGE’s exciting events programme, including our flagship winter event, Christmas at the Botanics. Working closely with colleagues, partners and contractors, you will support event logistics, helping to deliver safe, welcoming and memorable visitor experiences while ensuring smooth day-to-day event operations.

This varied and hands-on role will involve supporting event planning and delivery, coordinating staffing and operational arrangements, managing ticketing and customer enquiries, liaising with contractors and stakeholders, , and helping to maintain high standards of health and safety. You will also play a key role in supporting on-site event operations during installation, live event delivery and de-rig periods.

We are seeking someone with experience of delivering public-facing events, excellent organisational and communication skills, and a passion for creating outstanding visitor experiences. You will enjoy working collaboratively, thrive in a fast-paced environment and be looking for an opportunity to contribute to one of Scotland’s most popular seasonal events.

RBGE is unable to sponsor applicants without the right to work in the United Kingdom for this role. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure eligibility to work in the United Kingdom for the duration of the appointment.

Closing date: 9am on Tuesday, 15 September 2026
Interview date: 23 September 2026

For more information including job description, person specification and to apply, please visit our website.

Gardener

JOB PURPOSE
This job exists to ensure that the garden, grounds and policies across the Property are managed and maintained as an internationally recognised garden of outstanding horticultural importance, contributing to the property’s overall conservation and development, and its enjoyment by visitors and supporters.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
 Undertake skilled 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
 Contribute to the management, conservation, and development of the garden and estate through plant propagation, cultivation, production of seed, sustainable growing practices and the inputting of appropriate plant records on IRIS database and labelling to ensure
 Design and implement planting enhancements, including borders and seasonal displays, contributing to structural planting and year-round interest
 Manage specialist Plant collections, including roses and fruit trees, through appropriate pruning, training, feeding and monitoring of plant health
 Monitor tree health and conduct tree inspection and arboricultural tasks in line with certification and safety procedures
 Operate and maintain horticultural machinery including tractors, ride-on mowers, strimmers and chainsaws in accordance with Trust Health & Safety procedures, completing relevant records where required
 Support growing systems and environmentally responsible pest, disease and weed management practices
 Contribute to operational work planning by identifying priorities, proposing improvements and working independently when required
 Supervise and support volunteers, providing instruction and ensuring safe and effective task delivery
 Demonstrate ability to work individually or as part of a team across a wide range of activities across the garden & estate
 Assist with interpretation and visitor engagement activities, including guided tours and workshops, promoting understanding of the garden and the work of the Trust
 Ensure compliance with Trust Health, Safety and Environmental policies and procedures, including timely completion of HAVS, spraying records and attendance of annual health monitoring
 Foster positive relationships with visitors, local communities and other organisations and promote the work of the Trust when & where appropriate
 Undertake such other reasonable duties as may from time to time be required to ensure the smooth running of the property as required by the Operation Manager / Property Management team
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE
Qualifications
Essential
 HNC in Horticulture supported by knowledge and or 5 years practical work experience OR RHS Level 2 in the Principles of Horticulture
 Tractor driving licence
 Chainsaw maintenance and felling (up to 380mm) certificate
 PA1 and PA6 spraying certificates
 Basic tree inspection certificate
 PASMA Tower Platforms certificate
 Emergency First Aid at Work + F certificate
 Driving licence valid for driving in the UK
Experience
Essential
 Demonstrable experience in amenity and heritage gardening in a garden open to the public
 Strong practical plantsmanship including pruning, propagation, cultivation and plant identification
 Demonstrable skills in food production and growing
 Experience using and maintaining horticultural machinery safely
 Sound working knowledge of Health and Safety procedures
 Ability to work independently and prioritise tasks
 Good interpersonal and communication skills
 Experience supervising volunteers
 Experience contributing to garden development plans or planting schemes
 Experience in delivering informal interpretation and workshops
 Experience of tree inspection or arboricultural practices
 A high eye for detail and finish, quality standard and best practice
 Competent IT skills sufficient for maintaining plant records, use of the internet/intranet, assisting volunteers, on-line learning, management of online forms
 An understanding and commitment to the aims and objectives of the National Trust for Scotland
DIMENSIONS AND SCOPE OF JOB
People Management
 Not a line manager
 On occasion supervises volunteers
 Works collaboratively with the Head Gardener and garden team
 Regular daily interaction with visitors and property colleagues
Finance Management
 Not a budget-holder
 Expected to use resource efficiently and contribute to cost-effective garden management

Tools / equipment / systems
 Regular use of tractors, strimmers, hedge-cutters, chainsaws
 Regular user of horticultural hand tools
 Occasional user of IT systems for records, training and administrative tasks

Heritage Outreach and Education Officer

The successful candidate will be responsible for the development and delivery of our outreach and education activity associated with the Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage (MoSFH). Working autonomously, the post holder is responsible for developing and delivering educational workshops, community engagement activities and family sessions to align with the SFRS Heritage collection, the Curriculum for Excellence and the MoSFH exhibits or topical themes where appropriate.

The post holder has responsibility for the management of a team of education and outreach volunteers; integral to their workstream. This will include all relevant aspects of managing the volunteer team, including; recruitment, training, health and safety, supervision, and planning and scheduling volunteer work rotas.

The post holder has responsibility for the development and delivery of a learning program integral to the aims of the museum and our wider outreach objectives as part of the Early Intervention Team within the Prevention Function of SFRS. This will include all relevant aspects of undertaking research, delivering events and activities, liaising with external and internal partners, taking into consideration relevant health and safety aspects, and planning and scheduling volunteer involvement alongside the Visitor Experience Team Leader.

Partnership working is a key part of the role to raise the profile of the MoSFH and its outreach work, along with the delivery of training to both internal and external stakeholders. As part of a small team, the postholder will on occasion act as Duty Manager to ensure the safe running of the Museum.

Product & Inventory Manager

Vacancy: Product & Inventory Manager

Contract type: Full time, permanent
Location: Leith (Hybrid)
Salary: £42,000 per annum, DOE
Line Manager: Publisher Relations Director

At Bookspeed we’re on a mission to put more books into the world, and we’re looking for a Product & Inventory Manager to help us do that.

We are a fun, creative, customer-focused books wholesaler, curating and supplying gorgeous book ranges for an exciting mix of retailers. Our customers include quirky owner-led boutiques and well-known brands, such as Oliver Bonas and Moonpig, as well as independent farm shops, garden centres and many of the UK’s leading heritage sites and attractions, such as the National Trust and the Natural History Museum.

We also work hard to make Bookspeed the best place to work, placing an emphasis on wellbeing, inclusion, flexible working and fun.

The role:

We’re looking for an experienced Product & Inventory Manager to join the Bookspeed management team. This is a newly created role and an exciting opportunity to lead an experienced team, developing, optimising and implementing new systems and processes.

Reporting to the PRD, you’ll lead our Stock Control and Bibliographic Data teams, with responsibility for supplier relationships, inventory management and the quality and timely integration of product data.

You’ll work closely with Warehouse, Finance, Sales and external providers to ensure we have the right stock available at the right time, maintaining excellent product data.

As part of the management team, you’ll also play an important role in delivering Bookspeed’s wider strategic objectives and supporting a positive, collaborative working environment.

What you will do:

-Lead, motivate and develop your team, setting clear objectives and supporting individual development
-Identify and implement improvements to systems, processes and ways of working
-Take overall accountability for operational supplier relationships, working closely with the teams ensuring an excellent experience for all suppliers and customers
-Take a hands-on approach to supporting the Bibliographic Data team, ensuring the provision of cover or assistance when required
-Oversee stock ordering and inventory processes, balancing availability, commercial terms, budget and capacity
-Work closely with warehouse to ensure the efficient receipt and management of stock
-Oversee the timely supply, integration and quality of new product data
-Ensure the team maintains accurate, high-quality product data for Bookspeed and its customers
-Work collaboratively with colleagues across the business to deliver Bookspeed’s strategy

What we’re looking for:

Essential:
-Proven experience leading, motivating and developing a team.
-Experience managing accurate, high-quality product or business data.
-Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
-Excellent organisation, planning and attention to detail.
-Clear communication and strong relationship-building skills.
-A commercial and continuous-improvement mindset.

Desirable:
-Experience in inventory, purchasing or operational management.
-Experience managing suppliers and stakeholders.
-Experience identifying and delivering process improvements and efficiencies.
-Experience within the UK publishing or bookselling industry.

Working pattern:

This is a permanent, full-time position, working Monday to Friday for 37.5 hours per week. We offer flexible working, with working hours falling between 8:00am and 6:00pm.

How to apply:

Please submit an online application via Indeed OR send a copy of your CV with a brief covering note to recruitment@bookspeed.com by Friday, 11 September.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to an initial interview. Thereafter, successful candidates will then progress to a second-round interview. If you haven’t heard from us within two weeks once the advert is closed, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

We believe diverse workforces make successful working environments, but research has shown that some people from under-represented backgrounds won’t apply for jobs if they feel they don’t tick every box. If you think that might be you and you’d like to work for us, we encourage you to apply.

Furthermore, we want to make applying for our vacancies accessible to all. If you need support to complete your application, please email with your request to recruitment@bookspeed.com.

If we receive a high volume of strong applications, we may close this vacancy early, so early applications are encouraged.

Facilities Manager

JOB PURPOSE

The Facilities Manager will lead the Facilities Management Team covering offices at 5 Charlotte Square, Broadstone, 211 Sauchiehall Street and also providing support to NTS locations in the Central Belt. This role will primarily involve the presentation of NTS Central Offices as a high standard, well organized workplace; it includes responsibility for compliance and security, administration and planning to make the Central Offices run smoothly.

CONTEXT

In March 2027 the Central Office for the National Trust for Scotland will be at 5 Charlotte Square, Edinburgh. The Trust operates other working locations at Broadstone (50 South Gyle Crescent, Edinburgh) and 211 Sauchiehall Street (Glasgow). In addition, the Trust has buildings at Pitreavie (Dunfermline) and Stenhouse (Edinburgh) which are used for storage or general support to the running of the Trust.

5 Charlotte Square is an A Listed Georgian Townhouse that forms part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The office space is approximately 12,000 square metres over 6 floors. The property is undergoing extensive renovation with a completion date of early 2027 and a planned date of occupation on 1 March 2027. It will be the responsibility of the Facilities Manager to establish working practices and a building manual in conjunction with the Head of National Estates and the Chief Executive.

Broadstone is currently the Trust’s central office for general services to support the organisation. It is largely an open-plan office of approximately 11,000 sq ft, on one floor with adjacent car park comprising 59 spaces. Broadstone is on a fully repairing and insuring lease, and a service level agreement is in place for the maintenance and repair of plant, building services, security and for cleaning and grounds care services. Approximately 150 head office staff are based at Broadstone which also provides a hub for attendance by regional Trust teams. Additionally, Broadstone’s meeting rooms facilitate and host NTS Board meetings and other meetings with both internal and external stakeholders.

Most of the functions currently undertaken at Broadstone will be required at 5 Charlotte Square.

The post holder will be required to establish the correct working procedures for 5 Charlotte Square, to help with furnishing the building and setting up the routine in the new office. As a central location in the nation’s capital, it is essential that 5 Charlotte Square reflects the values and heritage of the Trust, making the place somewhere that the whole Trust is proud of and feels welcome in a safe and efficient working environment.

It is envisaged that the Trust’s presence at Broadstone will be reduced in January 2028 and withdrawn altogether in January 2030. The Facilities Manager will manage this transition, dealing with the consolidation of office functions at 5 Charlotte Square and the initial reinstatement of Broadstone and subsequent hand-back of the building to the Landlord.

The Facilities Manager will have the responsibility and authority for the security and safety of those persons in the office, including staff, contracted persons, and visitors.

The Facilities Manager will report directly to the Head of National Estates; administrative support and back-up will be provided by the National Estates team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

General Tasks
• Managing the sites at 5 Charlotte Square, Broadstone and 211 Sauchiehall Street.
• Supporting the Trust at other sites including Pitreavie and Stenhouse – there will be other sites as required.
• The postholder will be a keyholder for the buildings, with access to secure areas, including confidential information.
• The post-holder will provide a high standard of service to internal customers and to visitors to ensure that the Trust’s reputation is maintained, responding to enquiries and directing them to the appropriate members of staff.

Support Services
• Responsible for supporting facilities as required to regular head office staff and off-site staff visiting Broadstone, including but not limited to,
o Receiving and processing incoming and outgoing mail and packages in line with safety procedures.
o Operation and monitoring of resource booking systems, (eg, workstation requests, car parking, meeting rooms)
o Ordering, control and replenishment of facilities supplies, such as hygiene consumables, stationery, etc in line with delivery procedures and working closely with the Procurement team.
o Working with IT to ensure that central printing and copying equipment is serviceable and well stocked and providing support with meeting room audio-visual equipment.
• Overseeing the routine of the Central Offices including the provision of building manuals and compliance.
• Coordinating and procuring furniture and fittings.
• Arranging catering for internal meetings.

Health and Safety
• Hosting and organising induction processes for visitors and new personnel.
• In line with stated Trust policies and approaches to ensure the health and welfare of staff/volunteers and visitors in compliance with legislation.
o Assessing and dealing with emergency response situations as they arise in line with business continuity procedures.
o Ensuring the provision of a high standard of hygiene through external contractors, comprising daily cleans of the office and additional cleaning services as required.

Maintenance and building checks,
• Including but not limited to:
o Carrying out property condition/safety and fire safety checks and inspections in line with Safe Systems of Work.
o Initiating and monitoring contractor repair and maintenance in line with contractor management procedures and legislation.
o Storing, maintaining and controlling the use of all tools/equipment at NTS properties and to carry out regular audits of same.
• Maintaining on-line records in relation to the elements above to ensure compliance with legislation.

The current duties of this job do require a criminal records (Disclosure Scotland) check to be carried out.

Building Services Engineer (Projects)

Full-time and Fixed Term for 4 years
Salary £49,792 – £56,426 per annum
Plus generous benefits package
Hybrid / flexible working

About the role

Are you an experienced Building Services Engineer with excellent project management experience looking to work in a unique and rewarding environment?

Join our client-side Estates team, where you will deliver building services projects across an exceptional portfolio of nationally significant gallery buildings and art storage facilities. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working on complex and varied projects. You will be supporting the care of one of the world’s finest art collections while maintaining high-quality visitor environments.

This is a key technical and delivery role, responsible for leading the development and delivery of building services projects across our estate. You will manage projects from inception through to completion, ensuring that building services systems are reliable, efficient and aligned with operational and conservation requirements.

You’ll work across our portfolio of nationally significant and listed gallery buildings, along with our storage facilities, balancing the challenges of replacing and upgrading complex building services systems within listed buildings, while ensuring the highest standards of environmental control required to care for our world-class collection.

We’re looking for someone who is confident managing projects and working closely with consultants, contractors and senior managers across the organisation to ensure operational requirements are achieved. You’ll have strong technical knowledge of building services, and experience of managing projects to time, budget and quality.

This is an interesting and varied role for someone who enjoys taking ownership and working collaboratively. You’ll have the opportunity to play a central role in ensuring our building services infrastructure is safe, reliable, efficient and fit for the future. Your work will directly support the protection of the national collection, the delivery of our public programme, and our ambitions around sustainability and net zero.

Who we are looking for
To succeed in this role, you will need the following range of knowledge, skills, and experience:
-Degree level qualification in a relevant Building Services Engineering subject.
-Chartered membership of an appropriate professional institute (i.e. CIBSE, IET), or working towards and/or Masters equivalent qualification in a relevant subject. Core competencies as a building services engineer as per CIBSE competence criteria framework.
-Strong technical knowledge of building services systems and infrastructure.
-Experience using CAD and building services design tools, with the ability to review and interpret technical drawings and design information.
-Relevant experience of scoping, briefing and project managing capital works projects for to time, quality and within budget.
-Experience of client-side project management and managing consultancy teams for design and construction services.
-Strong IT skills – competent in use of Microsoft 365 packages (Project, Excel, and Word), and CAFM systems.
-Excellent planning, organisation, and communication skills.
-Health and Safety – strong working knowledge and experience of CDM regulations (particularly client duties), along with general premises related H&S legislation.

It would also be great if you have:
-Experience of public sector procurement.
-Procurement and contract administration experience across various forms of construction contracts (e.g. NEC, SBCC, etc.).
-Experience of working in a museum, gallery or similar environment with critical environmental requirements.
-Experience of working with listed buildings.

Please apply directly via our careers portal. Applications via email will not be accepted.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Monday, 14 September 2026.

Safety & Security Officer

Hours: Full Time, Minimum of 32 Hours per week and must be able to work all shift types, including Nightshifts.
Duration: Permanent
Pay: Hourly rate of £14.05 for day shifts and £15.55 for nightshifts. For clarity, a nightshift is considered to be any hours worked between 7:00pm and 7:00am.

The Royal Yacht Britannia is an award-winning five-star visitor attraction and exclusive events venue in Edinburgh. The 160-strong team on board is committed to delivering the same standards of excellence expected when Britannia was in service.

Company benefits include:

• 6.6 weeks / 33 days pro-rata annual leave

• Staff discount in the Shop, Royal Deck Tearoom, overnight stays aboard Fingal Hotel and at The Lighthouse Restaurant & Bar.

• Uniform provided

• Free staff parking

• 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

Security

Our Security Team plays a vital role in maintaining a safe and secure environment for visitors, staff, and the historic vessels in our care. Providing 24/7, year-round protection of the ship and its valuable artefacts, the team is at the heart of our operation. We are currently seeking a dedicated and professional Safety & Security Officer to join our experienced security team.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Maintain the safety and security of visitors, staff, the vessel, and its artefacts through patrols, CCTV monitoring, access control, and incident response.

• Provide excellent customer service by welcoming visitors, assisting with enquiries, and maintaining a professional and approachable presence.

• Respond to emergencies and health & safety matters, including fire alarms, evacuations, first aid duties, and reporting hazards or risks.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues, contractors, and emergency services while maintaining clear and professional communication.

• Ensure compliance with company policies and operational standards, including accurate record-keeping, incident reporting, and maintaining high standards of professionalism and presentation.

Who We’re Looking For

• Customer-focused and approachable, with excellent communication skills and a genuine desire to assist visitors, guests, and colleagues.

• Professional, reliable, and trustworthy, demonstrating integrity, punctuality, and a strong sense of responsibility.

• Alert, observant, and proactive, able to identify security, safety, and operational issues and take appropriate action.

• Calm and confident under pressure, capable of responding effectively to emergencies, incidents, and challenging situations.

• A strong team player with good attention to detail, able to follow procedures, maintain accurate records, and work collaboratively across departments.

• Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) trained

Location

Ocean Terminal, Leith, Edinburgh – you must be able to reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting (essential).

How to Apply:

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 Safety & Security Officer, to Murray.Wight@tryb.co.uk

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.

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