Jobs

JOB PURPOSE

The Property Manager is our first point of contact and main local representative at Ben Lawers and Moirlanich Longhouse, building trust and confidence in our organisation and its objectives through sound management and delivery across a wide spectrum of activities. They can expect to be “hands-on” dealing with operational issues on-site, pro-active in ensuring legal compliance, planning initiatives that help keep the Trust at the forefront of conservation management and visitor engagement.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Manage Ben Lawers National Nature Reserve (NNR) and Moirlanich Longhouse to conserve and enhance their significant natural and cultural heritage

• Engage with visitors to ensure their visits are as inspiring, memorable and accessible

• Plan and deliver the operational budgets and ensure all legal compliance

• Increase opportunities for financial sustainability through assessing and monitoring costs and identifying and instigating opportunities for income

• Manage the staff team (currently: Ranger, Property Secretary/Cleaner/Housekeeper, Seasonal Ranger, Seasonal Ecologist, 2 x Visitor Services Assistants and volunteers)

• Maintain regular contact and good working relationships with partners and stakeholders including NatureScot, graziers and licensees, neighbouring land owners, local community, etc

• Promote high standards of management on Ben Lawers NNR aimed at maximizing benefits for wildlife and the community

• Promote wider understanding of our role and the value of supporting the Trust
 

Application Deadline: Sunday 07/09/2025