Operations

Thank you for your interest in the post of Plumber with Historic Environment Scotland, based at Edinburgh Castle within the Edinburgh Region. This is a permanent and pensionable appointment.

You will help ensure the day-to-day maintenance of hot and cold-water services within the Edinburgh Region, carry out maintenance on drainage, rhones and cast-iron systems and daily checks of public toilets prior to opening. The applicant will be an integral part of the Monument Conservation Unit (MCU) Team, who deliver the annual programme of works and provide support to the Visitor & Community Team ensuring that Edinburgh Regions buildings are maintained to a five-star level.

Thank you for your interest in the post of Monument Manager with Historic Environment Scotland, based at Glasgow Cathedral. This is a permanent pensionable appointment.

This is an exciting opportunity to take on a leadership role at one of our busiest sites. Glasgow Cathedral is the most complete medieval cathedral on the Scottish mainland- built in the 1100s, the Cathedral drew countless pilgrims to the shrine of St Mungo. Today, the Cathedral receives almost 500,000 visitors per year, and is situated within the historic precinct- operating closely alongside a host of other heritage attractions.

The post holder will be responsible for managing a team of 10+ stewards to deliver the highest standards of visitor experience at Glasgow Cathedral – working across all areas, including in the shop and welcome space with delivery of an outstanding visitor experience forming a core part of the role. The post holder will also be the on-site face of HES, and the ability to build positive working relationships with Church of Scotland and other partners will be critical.

Please note that these positions are temporary until December 2025.

WARDEN AND ASSISTANT WARDEN POSTS – BLUE-GREEN NETWORK PARTNERSHIP PROJECT

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Mugdock Country Park team, for a full time Warden and 2 full time Assistant Warden posts. The posts will form part of a project team for the Blue-Green Network Partnership Project between EDC and Scottish Water and will be based at Mugdock but will work mainly within the Milngavie Reservoir site.

Responsibilities include providing clear access routes around Milngavie Reservoirs by addressing drainage issues, vegetation growth and landscape presentation. Tasks will involve maintenance of trees, land, paths and cleaning of structures to create an attractive environment and preserve fixed assets.

Applicants should have a knowledge of estates management, working on listed structures, planned maintenance, responsive repairs and an understanding of issues relating to public access.

The posts are 37 hours per week. Normal hours of work will be 0900 to 1730 although evening and weekend working will be required.

Please note that this position is temporary until December 2025.

WARDEN AND ASSISTANT WARDEN POSTS – BLUE-GREEN NETWORK PARTNERSHIP PROJECT

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Mugdock Country Park team, for a full time Warden and 2 full time Assistant Warden posts. The posts will form part of a project team for the Blue-Green Network Partnership Project between EDC and Scottish Water and will be based at Mugdock but will work mainly within the Milngavie Reservoir site.

Responsibilities include providing clear access routes around Milngavie Reservoirs by addressing drainage issues, vegetation growth and landscape presentation. Tasks will involve maintenance of trees, land, paths and cleaning of structures to create an attractive environment and preserve fixed assets.

Applicants should have a knowledge of estates management, working on listed structures, planned maintenance, responsive repairs and an understanding of issues relating to public access.

The posts are 37 hours per week. Normal hours of work will be 0900 to 1730 although evening and weekend working will be required.

Thank you for your interest in the post of Apprentice Stonemason with Historic Environment Scotland – we have one post available at our Dumfries Depot. These are four-year fixed-term appointments. While open to all applicants, we would welcome applications from school leavers and young persons.

We are the lead body for Scotland’s historic environment; a charity dedicated to the advancement of heritage, culture, education, and environmental protection. We’re at the forefront of researching and understanding the historic environment and addressing the impact of climate change on its future. We investigate and record architectural and archaeological sites and landscapes across Scotland and care for more than 300 properties of national importance. We have a People Strategy which will be overarching strategy to which ensures we support and develop staff within the organisation.

Purpose of Job
To undertake the opening and daily operations of the College and assist with
maintenance duties in support of the college buildings and business park.

Major Tasks/Job Activities
1. Undertake routine checks of the College heating and hot water facility,
Monitoring the boilers setting via the Business Management System (BMS).

2. To liaise with specialist contractors and report/action any faults found to
Estates & Facilities Manager.

3. Ensure all areas are setup and maintained daily, and as required. Set up
corporate areas as required.

4. To assist with setting up college ICT equipment when required.

5. In consultation with the Estates & Facilities Manager liaise with contractors
and their representatives to ensure that health and safety standards are
addressed.

6. Oversee external contractors as directed by the Estates & Facilities Manager.

7. Liaise with and support the student body, and all staff with regards to the
operation and maintenance of the college buildings and services.

8. Represent the best interests of the College in internal and external meetings
as required.

9. As Deputy Fire Warden undertake and record weekly system test on the fire
detection system. Check all fire escape routes and for any tampering/faults
with fire safety equipment/alarms. Assist the Estates & Facilities Manager with
periodic fire evacuation drills.

10.Undertake out of hours duties on an established standby rota basis.

11.Act as the main key holder for the college and respond to any alarm
activations.

12. Monitor and set heating controls via the BMS system on a daily basis to ensure
heating plant and equipment is operating efficiently and effectively. Make
any adjustments as necessary under the guidance of the Facilities Manager,
reporting any faults or failure of equipment.

13. Ensure that boiler and plant rooms are kept clean and tidy and ensure no
flammable materials are stored there.

14. Monitor and manage the colleges door entry system, programming and issuing
door entry fobs as required.

15.Liaise with prospective Business Park tenants and monitor tenant lease
compliance and secure monthly meter readings from each unit.

16.Investigate issues reported by tenants and ensure, in conjunction with the
Estates & Facilities Manager, that they are dealt with in a timely and
professional manner.

17.Report to the Estates & Facilities Manager any maintenance and estates issues
relating to the college buildings, and business park.

18. To undertake any other appropriate duties as directed by the Estates &
Facilities Manager.

Scottish Canals are the custodians of the nation’s canal network and surrounding estates. Our vision is to care for and invest in the canal network to generate lasting benefits for people and communities, celebrating their industrial heritage, ensuring they offer quality green and blue spaces for people and communities, and contributing to Scotland’s resilience in tackling climate change.

Our success is rooted in valuing the contributions of our entire team – we care, we create, and we collaborate to continue to deliver a whole range of activities from boating, paddling, walking and wheeling to living and playing and improving what the canals have to offer to our visitors and communities. We also work with partners and stakeholders to contribute to a wealthier, fairer, greener and more resilient Scotland.

As an employer, we offer a truly unique opportunity to join our team, help us realise our vision, and contribute to caring for our heritage and ensuring our canals flourish now and in the future.

We have an exciting and significant opportunity for an Active Travel Officer to join our Placemaking team in Falkirk or Glasgow. This position will play a pivotal and significant role in developing and implementing our Active Travel Strategy to ensure our towpath network across Scotland is accessible and enjoyable for walking, cycling, and wheeling.

The role is offered on a fixed-term, three-year contract and with a competitive starting salary of £33,833 (Band D). Working 37 hours per week, Monday – Friday.
Scottish Canals offer a generous annual leave entitlement of 28 days, plus 10 public holidays, along with enhanced sick pay, discounted shopping vouchers, health cash plan and a contributory pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution.

Primary Responsibilities of this role:
• Develop and implement an Active Travel Strategy for Scottish Canals, including leading on strategy content and structure and developing and facilitating stakeholder engagement.
• Manage relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders to increase investment in active travel infrastructure.
• Work collaboratively on the development of active travel projects, liaising as required with colleagues, decision-makers, third parties and partner organisations (e.g. local authorities).
• Monitor project deliverables and ensure compliance with funding requirements and strategic goals.

Skills and Experience:
• Degree in a relevant field or equivalent knowledge, skills and experience.
• Strong strategic thinking, project management skills, and ability to influence key stakeholders.
• Track record in building partnerships and securing and managing funds.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and best practices and understanding of how built environments influence active transport participation
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Scottish Canals reserve the right to close this vacancy before the closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Thank you for your interest in the post of
Stonemason with Historic Environment
Scotland, based at the Rothesay MCU Depot.
This is a permanent and pensionable
appointment.
You will be joining a dedicated team where you
will contribute to the conservation of historical
monuments under the care of Historic
Environment Scotland in the Isle of Bute.

We are the lead body for Scotland’s historic
environment; a charity dedicated to the
advancement of heritage, culture, education
and environmental protection. We’re at the
forefront of researching and understanding the
historic environment and addressing the impact
of climate change on its future. We investigate
and record architectural and archaeological
sites and landscapes across Scotland and care
for more than 300 properties of national
importance. We have a People Strategy, which
is an overarching strategy to ensure we support
and develop staff within the organisation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

Prospect Research
• Lead on the development and maintenance of healthy prospect pipelines across the team to help maximise and strategically focus the team’s fundraising potential.
• Develop and ensure quality control of prospect research processes and documentation.
• Conduct thematic and project led prospect research to identify quality prospects that align with the Trust’s strategic aims and project offering.
• Conduct network mapping of key internal and external individuals to support the engagement and cultivation of new and existing prospects.
• Qualify and prioritise prospective donors on behalf of the team.
• Develop and maintain prospect pipelines across income streams, assigning canvassers and ensuring healthy moves management for broadening our donor pool.
• Develop our due diligence framework and implement on all qualified prospects, undertaking full ethical checks where required in line with the Trust’s ethical checks policy.
• Produce research profiles and biographical briefings for events.
• Utilise internal and external prospect research databases and resources to aid prospect identification. Utilise a matrix and ratings approach to qualify prospects based on their capacity, affinity and access criteria.
• Help to identify events that members of the team can attend in a networking and/or insight gathering perspective.
• Recommend appropriate and cost-effective research tools and support the Fundraising Operations Manager to manage this as part of the expenditure budget.
• Develop positive and productive working relationships with fundraisers, senior leadership and other relevant internal stakeholders.
• Contribute to CRM management and development within Fundraising Operations and the wider team
• Maintain and enhance your personal knowledge, skills and networks by playing an active role in the appropriate professional bodies and internal organisational groups.
• You’ll be flexible, with a willingness to work non-traditional hours and be available to travel in the UK.

Market Insight
• Remain informed of key UK and European market trends within philanthropic and foundations sectors which may impact our prospect identification and qualification.
• Provide market intelligence when required to support Managers in strategic fundraising planning and implementation.

Compliance
• Maintain up to date knowledge and understanding of the Data Protection Act, GDPR and ICO guidelines, and any other relevant legislation and guidelines and their impact on fundraising.
• Support the team to embed best practice in all areas related to compliance, ensuring the effectiveness and accuracy of processes in accordance with the Data Protection Act, GDPR and other applicable legislation or regulation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

The Fundraising Manager, Major Gifts will, with direction and support from the Fundraising Manager, Strategic Major Gifts, identify, cultivate and solicit major gifts from existing supporters and, critically, develop new networks of major donors to drive our charitable work.

Major Gifts

• With direction and support from the Fundraising Manager, Strategic Major Gifts you will develop the major gifts pipeline and take full responsibility for a portfolio of existing and potential major donors. You’ll adopt a proactive approach and will nurture strong relationships, develop and implement bespoke strategies for cultivation, solicitation and stewardship to negotiate and secure major gifts
• Act as a key point of contact for both major donors and major donor prospects
• Design and develop cultivation and stewardship plans for donors to ensure they are inspired, engaged, recognised and thanked appropriately
• Work with the Major Gifts team, Prospect Research Executive and wider team to develop and grow overall income and membership of Founders Circle and Patron’s Club, where this maximises fundraising income
• Work with the Strategic Major Gifts Manager to support the Head of Fundraising, CEO and wider executive team to develop relationships with key prospects and donors, providing insight and research to empower and inform discussions
• Fully participate and support prospect tracking meetings to deliver the implementation of customised solicitation plans, and ensure all relationships are recorded in our CRM system
• Work closely and collaboratively with other members of the Fundraising team to ensure a coordinated and consistent approach to capital campaigns and fundraising activity.
• Work with colleagues to ensure fundraising and cultivation events deliver the fundraising strategy and provide appropriate opportunities to showcase our work and engage support
• You will provide the Strategic Major Gift Manager with accurate information for planning, budget preparation, forecasting, phasing and monitoring expenditure
• Develop positive and productive working relationships with fundraisers, senior leadership and other relevant internal stakeholders.
• Maintain and enhance your personal knowledge, skills and networks by playing an active role in the appropriate professional bodies and internal organisational groups.
• You’ll be flexible, with a willingness to work non-traditional hours and be available to travel in the UK.