Full Time

Estates Manager

Estates Manager, Renfrewshire, Full Time, Permanent, Grade 10: £52,746.61 – £55,949.22 p.a.

The successful candidate will be joining the OneRen family to lead the operational heartbeat of our pivotal estates portfolio and at a time in which their role will be embedded within Paisley Museum Re-imagined operational readiness team. You will be working in collaboration with the wider Paisley Museum Re-imagined team and stakeholders to bring the final preparatory stages of the capital project to life.

If you’re a strategic thinker with a passion for safety, efficiency, and excellence, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

To apply for this role, please view the Recruitment Pack and visit Certain Advantage Recruitment Agency’s website, contact is Jackie MacGregor, Associate Director – HR.

Kitchen Porter

-Salary £13.39 per hour plus shift allowance
-37 days holiday, plus 4 Giving More volunteer days
-Closed over festive period
-Save for retirement and invest in your future – pension contributions (employee up to 8.75%, employer up to 14%)
-Share in our success with up to 10% Share Reward scheme (subject to eligibility)
-Private medical insurance that covers the cost of private healthcare and includes round the clock access to GP services and menopause health line
-24/7 support for you and your loved ones to counselling, life coaching and information on financial, mental, and physical wellbeing
-Experience our exceptional brands with a generous annual product allowance, plus at least 20% discount in our staff shop
-Embrace work-life harmony with 26 weeks’ paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave, and up to five paid carers leave days a year

As Kitchen Porter at The Macallan Estate, you will be responsible for all general cleaning duties, and operation of dishwashing and some kitchen machinery, to deliver an excellent service, in a timely manner, whilst ensuring back of house areas are clean and safety guidelines are observed. The Kitchen Porter is a key member of the kitchen team.

Dishwashing: All dishes, ranging from pots and pans to cutlery, are to be either hand washed or loaded into the dishwasher then unloaded and put away.

Delivery Organisation: Responsible for receiving deliveries, ensuring they are correct, raising any issues with the head chef, then organising appropriately in the kitchen area.

Storage Management: Storage must be organised so that all ingredients are easily accessible. Maintain a hygienic working environment so that all hygiene regulations and company standards are adhered to.

Waste Removal: Responsible for emptying all rubbish bins and ensure that all waste is disposed of when required, throughout the day. Responsible for ensuring recycling procedures are followed.

Kitchen Support: If the kitchen is busy, some basic food preparation may be required.

Also, support kitchen team with cleaning down all areas at the end of day.

PPE Compliance: Ensure correct PPE is in place and guidelines are adhered to. Observe COSHH guidelines when handling hazardous substances.

Equipment Maintenance: Deep cleans will be carried out on a weekly basis to ensure equipment is kept in the correct condition, as per kitchen guidelines.

Ensuring a Safe Environment: Cleanliness is directly related to a safe cooking environment; therefore, you will ensure a safe environment by effectively cleaning all cookware and cooking surfaces.

Grants Manager (Fixed Term, Maternity Cover)

Use your skills and experience to save endangered species from extinction and improve people’s lives through closer connections with nature. Join our small but highly successful fundraising team based in the heart of Edinburgh Zoo and you’ll have an amazing opportunity to make an impact on conservation in Scotland and around the world!

Who we are:

The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS) is a wildlife conservation charity with a bold vision: a world where nature is protected, valued and loved.

Edinburgh Zoo and Highland Wildlife Park are our gateways to the natural world through which people can experience nature and learn how to protect it.

Our 2030 strategy includes three ambitious pledges: to reverse the decline of 50 species; to create deeper connections with nature for more than one million people; and to enable more than 100 communities to better connect nature. More information on RZSS can be found at rzss.org.uk

The importance of your role:

Grant funding is vital to the delivery of RZSS’s ambitious strategy and the Grants Manager is a senior role in our small fundraising team.

Working with the Head of Fundraising and colleagues across RZSS, the post-holder will generate high value grants to support a wide range of inspiring and innovative projects to care for endangered animals in Scotland and conserve them in the wild, whilst also helping diverse communities to realise the benefits of being close to nature.

This hugely varied role will include responsibility for managing relationships with existing major funders, increasing the volume and success of proposals and applications, managing reports and grant claims as well as identifying new funders and avenues for income generation.

The fundraising team are based in Edinburgh Zoo (albeit this role can be offered as a hybrid position). This is a fixed term, full time position, working 37.5 hours per week, covering for a period of Maternity leave.

Some of the things you’ll do:

Contribute to and support the implementation and delivery of the fundraising strategy and annual fundraising plans to meet agreed individual and team targets.

Manage the RZSS grants programme to support our strategy and business plans, including identifying opportunities as well as setting and monitoring targets/budgets.

Generate annual income in the range of £1m+ to support national and international conservation and engagement initiatives

Account manage and enhance relationships with current major funders and deliver first-class stewardship, including organising site visits and events.

Work on exceptionally large or complex fundraising projects, including defining projects and writing compelling proposals.

Build and maintain a pipeline of UK and global charitable trusts, foundations and major funders through on-going research and horizon-scanning.

Identify and deliver opportunities to promote RZSS as a world class visitor attraction and gateway to nature, and position RZSS amongst major funders as an international leader in conservation and science.

What you’ll bring to the role:

Extensive knowledge of grants management and stewardship principles.

Extensive experience from working in a busy fundraising environment, with a proven track record of generating five and six figure grants.

Excellent communication skills and ability to write compelling and persuasive grant application and reports.

Ability to build and maintain effective relationships and communicate confidently with a range of internal and external stakeholders.

Experience of researching and managing donor information, including managing trust records on a CRM database and building prospect lists.

What you’ll get in return:

Starting salary between £46,634 – £47,800 (offer based on experience) with future salary progression up to £51,979 per annum

34 days annual leave (per annum – will be prorated for the duration of the contract)

Discount in both retail/catering

Access to a healthcare plan

Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), that provide 24-hour counselling and support, including health, legal, finance, wellbeing and family advice

Employer contributory pension scheme

You will receive a staff membership which will give you (and family/friends) free (and discounted) entry to both the Highland Wildlife Park and Edinburgh Zoo as well as a number of other Zoos across the UK.

This role is subject to standard pre-employment checks, including the candidate’s right to work in the UK and Basic Disclosure check

The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland is an equal opportunities employer. Our policy is to recruit a diverse workforce following the guidelines of the Equality Act 2010.

Closing Date: Friday 21 November 2025

If you are currently engaged by RZSS (this includes seasonal staff who are currently undertaking work for us) Please discuss with your current line manager prior to submitting your application.

Please see the role profile for further information about this post and essential/desirable criteria.

RZSS offers a range of amazing benefits which can be found at https://www.rzss.org.uk/about-rzss/staff-benefits/’

Retail Assistant

Thank you for your interest in the post of Retail Assistant with Historic Environment Scotland that will be based in Stirling Castle. This is a permanent position.

Are you looking for a role that is both fun and unique? You’ll get a unique view 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 through proactive selling of retail products. Explore the fascinating stories from Scotland’s past and share your passion with international and local visitors who come to Stirling Castle during the summer season.

Stonemason

Thank you for your interest in the post of Stonemason with Historic Environment Scotland that will be based at our Perth Depot. This is a permanent, full-time position.

The Monument Conservation Unit (MCU) based in Perth is tasked with the responsibility for conservation, maintenance and presentation works within the Perth depots remit. You will assist with conservation and routine maintenance works to HES monuments in the Perth Depot area including Stanley Mills, Lochleven Castle, Balvaird Castle, Dunkeld Cathedral and Burleigh Castle.

Gardens Supervisor

Join one of the Highlands’ most vibrant green spaces This is a hands-on leadership role at the heart of a unique public garden that combines horticulture, community engagement, and sustainable food production. You’ll work closely with the Head Gardener and Manager to coordinate daily garden operations, lead a passionate team, and ensure high standards across our glasshouses, nursery, café surrounds, and public areas. With a focus on customer service, safety, and horticultural excellence, this is a great opportunity for someone with strong practical gardening experience and team supervision skills to help shape the future of a much-loved local destination.

Conservation Officer

Would you like to work in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park and in the largest National Nature Reserve in the UK ? We are looking for a Conservation Officer for Mar Lodge Estate. At almost 30,000ha it is the largest property owned by the National Trust for Scotland and ranges from the pristine arctic alpine habitat of the Cairngorm plateau down through the spectacular Caledonian pinewood to the floodplains of the river Dee. The estate is recognized as being at the forefront of upland land management and conservation in Scotland. The woodlands are expanding, the peatlands are being restored and the wildlife is flourishing.

Working at one of the most important sites for nature conservation in the UK, this exciting post plays a key role in ecological monitoring which underpins our practical land management and in communicating the pioneering work of the National Trust for Scotland.

JOB PURPOSE

Working within the Conservation Team, this Conservation Officer is central to delivering the development and implementation of the nature conservation strategy at Mar Lodge Estate National Nature Reserve. Working across habitats including Caledonian pinewoods, blanket bog, and montane plateaux, and with species including Schedule 1 breeding birds, rare invertebrates and montane plants, this post supports the delivery of the estate’s diverse ecological monitoring programme. The Conservation Officer helps to deliver the scientific evidence which underpins the ongoing management of Mar Lodge Estate and ensures the estate’s reputation within the conservation sector. The Conservation Officer is also pivotal in delivering communication and advocacy work to showcase the pioneering nature conservation work underway at Mar Lodge, disseminating the ecological knowledge gathered on the estate, and promoting the nature conservation successes to a wide range of partners and stakeholders.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Support the Conservation Manager in ensuring delivery and reporting of the ecological monitoring programme for the estate required to determine whether the natural heritage conservation objectives of the Mar Lodge Estate management plan are being achieved.

• Assist in the delivery of technical conservation projects, often in partnership with external stakeholders, to facilitate the successful recovery of habitats and species both on Mar Lodge Estate and more widely.

• Promote the Trust’s work at Mar Lodge Estate both internally and to external stakeholders through the publication of scientific papers and articles, the delivery of presentations, radio and TV interviews and social media.

• Lead on the management the collection, storage and dissemination of biological records ensuring they are incorporated into NTS, regional and national recording programmes.

• Lead on the internal NTS carbon reporting for Mar Lodge Estate.

• Developing ecological volunteering opportunities including engaging with minority group and manage volunteer groups when on site.

• Play a key role in the development and implementation of the Estate’s Management Plan, using scientific knowledge and highly developed communication skills to communicate the estate’s objectives and ambitions.

• Working with the stalking team, contribute to the delivery of the estate’s deer management through either monitoring and, potentially, active participation in deer stalking activities

• Working with the visitor services team, contribute to the development of the wildlife and management related interpretive material on the estate.

• Working with the visitor services team develop an annual events programme to offer visitors unique opportunities to visit the estate and learn about the management work to conserve the natural and cultural heritage.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE

Qualifications

Essential
 Relevant degree in ecology or related subject.
 Driving license, valid for driving within the UK.

Desirable
• Qualification in identification of upland species and/or NVC surveying.
 Current first aid certification.
 Mountain leader, carbon certification

Experience

Essential
 Significant knowledge and experience of upland land management.
 Demonstrable, significant practical experience in surveying or biological monitoring in upland areas.
 Highly developed skills in identification of a wide range of upland plants and animals.
 Experience of managing volunteers.
 Highly developed communication skills. Persuasive written and oral communication skills grounded in scientific knowledge and ability.
 Competence in MS software and ability to write scientific reports.
 Ability to work unaided in remote mountain environments in all weather
 Practical knowledge of Health and Safety processes and procedures and the ability to work effectively within these processes.

Desirable
 Familiarity and experience of Scotland’s natural and cultural heritage and current upland conservation issues.
 Schedule 1 bird monitoring experience.
 Experience of disseminating information in a variety of forms to diverse audiences, including scientific papers.
 GIS and recorder software experience.
 Practical deer management experience.
 Experience of the effects of grazing on upland vegetation, especially by deer and of tree establishment in the uplands.
 Social media experience in a business context.
 Experience with carbon accounting and reporting, and carbon emissions reduction activities
 Experience with community engagement activities

Prestige Brand Development Manager (London)

An Exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Prestige Brand Development Manager (London)

Do you have a deep passion for premium spirits, a strong network in the London On Trade scene, and a flair for building brands in luxury environments?

We’re looking for a commercially driven and innovative Prestige Brand Development Manager to champion our award-winning whisky and gin portfolio across London’s most prestigious venues. If you thrive in a fast-paced, relationship-led environment and have a proven track record of growing brands in the On Trade, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.

Ian Macleod Distillers Ltd… ‘An international, entrepreneurial, brand-led, successful, sustainable and respected, family business’

We own some of the world’s best loved brands such as Glengoyne, Tamdhu, Rosebank and Edinburgh Gin. If you haven’t already, please browse around our company internet pages and immerse yourself in our colourful history and sample the details of some of our exquisite brands. As we start to tantalise your taste buds and whet your appetite for a career here with us at Ian Macleod Distillers, you will really get to understand just why our team members and customers are indeed so passionate about all things Ian Macleod!

As our Prestige Brand Development Manager (London), you’ll be the driving force behind our Tier 1 spirits portfolio (whisky & gin) across London’s most exclusive venues. You’ll grow brand equity, distribution, and rate of sale, along with leading our Fine & Rare whisky portfolio in high-net-worth areas.

What you’ll be doing…

*Lead the growth of our Fine & Rare whisky portfolio in London’s luxury On Trade venues (prestige hotels, fine dining, members clubs, whisky/cigar lounges).
*Manage a portfolio of 150 accounts, including small groups, with full P&L ownership.
*Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers (F&B Directors, Buyers, GMs).
*Identify and secure new business opportunities, driving distribution and net margin growth.
*Deliver brand training, tastings, and host key customer visits to bring our portfolio to life.
*Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, advocacy, and RTM teams to deliver joint business plans.
*Stay ahead of industry trends, competitor activity, and luxury consumer behaviour.
*Represent the brand at trade events and maintain a strong presence in the field, including evenings and weekends.

This is a commercially focused, relationship-driven role where your On Trade expertise and luxury network will shine. This role requires a balance of commercial acumen and brand-building expertise, with a strong emphasis on relationship management, negotiation, and strategic planning.

Who we’re looking for…

*A confident, charismatic communicator with a strong On Trade network in London.
*Deep knowledge of whisky, gin, and the premium spirits market.
*Proven experience in growing brands in prestige On Trade environments.
*Skilled negotiator with strong commercial acumen and P&L management experience.
*Passionate about building long-term customer relationships and driving performance.
*KPI-driven and proactive in identifying opportunities to improve ways of working.
*Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Why join us…

*Be part of a passionate, high-performing team with a shared love for premium spirits.
*Work with a prestigious portfolio of brands and help shape their presence in the UK’s most iconic venues.
*Competitive salary and benefits package.
*Continuous learning and development opportunities.
*A role that offers autonomy, creativity, and the chance to make a real difference.

Next Steps…

If this sounds like your perfect next move, we’d love to hear from you. To apply for this opportunity, please send your CV and a tailored cover letter to recruitment.activities@ianmacleod.com.

Once received, we’ll send you a confirmation and invite you to complete a few core application questions.

By emailing your data to us, you are providing IMD with your explicit permission to be able to retain all of your details on our internal systems in line with all GDPR legislative requirements.

You can find our privacy policy for applicants at https://www.ianmacleod.com/privacy-notice-applicants

Please note, This is an open application window and may close early depending on the volume of applications received – so apply early to ensure you don’t miss out!

***No agency contact***

Proudly supporting the #OpenToWork movement.

Ian Macleod Distillers (IMD) are proud members of the Scotch Whisky Association, Drink Aware and the Portman Group. In our individual IMD way, we endeavour to follow best practice to help shape our commitment to wider social responsibility and industry standards. We are advocates of promoting responsible selling and consumption of alcohol.

Head of Museums & Chief Storyteller

Head of Museums & Chief Storyteller, Renfrewshire, Full Time, Permanent, Grade 11: £57,685.58 p.a.

We’re looking for a visionary leader to shape the future of Renfrewshire Museums Service. Building on the work of Paisley Museum Re-Imagined Project you’ll champion storytelling, co-production and reflective practice across all areas of delivery, embedding high standards and ensuring best practice in everything we do.

As Head of Museums & Chief Storyteller you’ll define a bold, inclusive vision that places storytelling and community engagement at its heart. You’ll lead the development of multi-platform content, from displays to digital media and programming, ensuring every story reflects the voices of our communities and partners.

You’ll inspire teams to deliver exceptional customer journeys and ensure our buildings, collections, and services are safe, accessible, and engaging. You’ll build strong partnerships locally, nationally, and internationally, and lead on securing funding for innovative cultural projects.

If you’re passionate about museums, people, and the power of stories, we’d love to hear from you.

Strategic Partnerships & Communities Manager

Strategic Partnerships & Communities Manager, Renfrewshire, Full Time, Temporary up to 2 years, Grade 13: £67,872.20 p.a.

We’re looking for a dynamic, experienced manager to lead the delivery of OneRen’s community programming and strategic partnerships. This critical role will drive long-term plans that deepen our impact and ensure our services foster community ownership and a strong sense of place. You’ll oversee engagement with stakeholders, partners, and communities, creating opportunities for collaboration that reflect our values and expand our reach.

As the strategic lead behind our community programming, you’ll deliver a wide range of services, from health and wellbeing to learning and audience development, ensuring a high-quality experience across all venues. You’ll champion cross-disciplinary projects, and build partnerships at local, national, and international levels. With a focus on innovation and inclusion, you’ll identify new opportunities, secure funding, and help us deliver on our strategic goals. If you’re passionate about participatory practice, community empowerment, and making a real difference, this is a chance to lead change at the heart of a forward-thinking charity.

Chef De Partie-Pastry

-Salary £37,000 plus shift allowance (circa £5,000 annually)
-Closed over festive period
-37 days holiday, plus 4 Giving More volunteer days
-Save for retirement and invest in your future – pension contributions (employee up to 8.75%, employer up to 14%)
-Share in our success with up to 10% Share Reward scheme (subject to eligibility)
-Private medical insurance that covers the cost of private healthcare and includes round the clock access to GP services and menopause health line
-24/7 support for you and your loved ones to counselling, life coaching and information on financial, mental, and physical wellbeing
-Experience our exceptional brands with a generous annual product allowance, plus at least 20% discount in our staff shop
-Embrace 26 weeks’ paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave, and up to five paid carers leave days a year

The Chef de Partie Pastry is responsible for overseeing the production and execution of pastry items, including desserts, breads, and Petit-four, within the kitchen. This role requires a deep understanding of pastry techniques, creativity, and the ability to maintain high standards of quality and consistency. The Chef de Partie Pastry works closely with the Pastry Sous-Chef and other kitchen staff to ensure that all pastry items are prepared to the highest standard and are well presented.

-Prepare and execute a variety of pastry dishes, including desserts, breads, and others.
-Ensure that all pastry items meet the kitchen’s standards for quality and presentation.
-Assist in the development of new pastry recipes and menu items.
-Maintain a clean and organized pastry station, adhering to food safety and hygiene standards.
-Manage inventory and order supplies for the pastry section as needed.
Train and mentor junior pastry staff, providing guidance and support.
-Collaborate with other kitchen staff to coordinate the preparation of pastry items with other menu components.

To be successful in this role, you have the ability to run a section, preparation and service. You can work without close supervision and manage Commis Chefs. You produce high quality food in given sections. An effective communicator, you have a high level of attention to detail. You hold a good level of numeracy. You are enthusiastic to develop your own skills and knowledge. You are adaptable to change and willing to embrace new ideas and processes. You hold a positive and approachable manner with team player qualities. You must have previous formal culinary training with a focus on pastry arts. Proven experience in a similar role, preferably in a fine dining environment. High knowledge of pastry techniques and trends. Knowledge in Chocolate Work, Patisserie and Sugar work. Understanding of flavour profiles and seasonal ingredients.

Desirable Qualifications: City & Guilds 706/1 | 706/2 Catering, NVQ Level, Level 1 and 2 Food Safety Awards.

We’ve put together some criteria that we think is important for this role, but don’t worry if your experience and expertise isn’t an exact match. If you feel that you can add value to our role and to Edrington more broadly, we would welcome your application and be eager to learn more about you.

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