Operations

Do you have the desire to be part of our brand-new Distillery, with a passion for cleanliness, presentation and maintaining high standards? This could be the perfect opportunity for you…

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Setting the Scene…

Born in 2010, and distilled in the heart of our namesake city, Edinburgh Gin has established itself as a pioneer in craft and wonder-filled flavour. We have been consistently rated on Tripadvisor as one of Scotland’s top tourist attractions through an offering of innovative and engaging experiences. Not one for resting on our laurels, in December 2024 we opened the doors of our brand-new, state-of-the-art distillery nestled in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town at the Arches on East Market Street, where traditional craft meets innovation and we celebrate the art of gin-making amidst breath-taking views of Edinburgh’s skyline. This ongoing investment is a true testament to the pride we have in our product and our commitment to sharing this with our visitors, ensuring everyone who comes to see us has the most exceptional Edinburgh Gin experience.

As we continue on this next evolution of our Edinburgh Gin journey, fuelled by our passion for gin and dedication to excellence, we are now looking for kindred spirits to join us at this truly exciting time…

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Our Opportunity…

As we have now opened the doors and are showcasing our brand-new Distillery to visitors from across the globe, we are delighted to welcome applications for our Housekeeping Supervisor on a full-time, permanent basis.

As part of our small team of Housekeepers, your role will oversee the day to day operational activities delivered by our new Housekeeping team to ensure our Brand Home is always presented to the highest standard. Our Housekeeping team play a crucial role in supporting the delivery of a 5* visitor experience by upholding exceptional tidiness and cleanliness, ensuring all of our guests feel safe, comfortable and at ease throughout their visit.

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Who We Are Looking For…

If you are passionate about cleanliness, presentation and maintaining high standards then this could be the role for you! We are looking for someone who has previous experience of leading a small team to deliver the day to day operational requirements of our Housekeeping team. We need someone who can lead by example and create an environment that inspires and motivates the Housekeepers to maintain our high standards and deliver an exceptional visitor experience. In addition, our successful candidate will have a positive work attitude and display strong attention to detail. A warm and friendly personality will fit in well amongst the team.

We are looking for can be flexible in their availability as we operate 7 days per week, and will be offering the vacancy on a 5 from 7 day basis, working the equivalent of 37.5 hours per week. As working shifts will be dependent on the needs of the business, specific working hours may fluctuate in line with consumer demand, so we are therefore looking for individuals who are flexible in their approach.

Candidates must be 18 or over and also be able to demonstrate that they currently have the required documents to live and work in the UK.

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What We Will Provide You…

With a highly competitive hourly rate of £13.17, we will offer the successful candidates with a full-time, permanent role and a generous benefits package. Our Housekeeping Supervisor role is offered on an annualised hours contract meaning you will receive a guaranteed monthly income.

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Additional Information…

Edinburgh Gin is part of Ian Macleod Distillers, an entrepreneurial, family owned whisky and spirits business who own other premium and luxury brands such as Rosebank, Glengoyne, Tamdhu, Smokehead, to name but a few… ‘Crafting Spirits With Passion’ is what we do best!

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Next Steps…

If this sounds like the perfect role for you, then we’d love to hear from you…

Please note, that along with your CV, you will need to answer some key questions and submit a tailored cover letter, clearly outlining why your skills and previous experiences are a perfect fit to what we are looking for – remember this is your opportunity to make yourself stand out from the crowd!

Please note, this is an open application window therefore we may close the advert at any point depending on the candidate applications received so our recommendation is that you apply early to ensure you don’t miss out!

Proudly supporting the #OpenToWork movement.

Here at Ian Macleod Distillers (IMD), we are an equal opportunity employer and proud members of the Scotch Whisky Association, Drink Aware and the Portman Group. We have developed our ‘Responsible Spirits’ approach, also following best practice to help shape our commitment to wider social responsibility and industry standards and promoting responsible selling and consumption of alcohol.

Location: The Royal Yacht Britannia and Fingal Hotel, Edinburgh, UK
Salary: £39,536
Work pattern: 5 days usually Mon – Fri (working 1 weekend in 6)
Hours normally: 08:30 – 16:30 (but may occasionally vary to suit the needs of the business)

Company Overview:

This role will oversee the health, safety and security of The Royal Yacht Britannia, the fleet of Royal Racing Yachts and Fingal Hotel. The Royal Yacht Britannia is an award-winning five-star visitor attraction and exclusive events venue, and Fingal Hotel is a luxury floating hotel, restaurant and event venue, permanently berthed on Edinburgh’s vibrant waterfront in Leith.

Multi-award-winning businesses in tourism and hospitality, we take great pride in our commitment to the safety and wellbeing of everyone on our premises, be they employees, customers or contractors. As our Health, Safety and Security Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring a secure and responsible workplace with a culture of safety, health, and wellbeing.

About the Role:

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Health, Safety, and Security Manager to join our team. This role is crucial in ensuring the safety and security of our premises, staff, and visitors, with a particular focus on compliance with Martyn’s Law, health and safety regulations, and security best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Martyn’s Law Compliance: Implement and oversee measures to comply with Martyn’s Law, ensuring that our premises are prepared for and can respond effectively to potential terrorist threats. This includes conducting risk assessments, developing emergency response plans, and training staff on security protocols.
• Health and Safety Management: Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of health and safety policies and procedures. Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and standards.
• ISO 45001 Certification or equivalent: Lead the initiative to achieve certification, ensuring that our occupational health and safety management systems meet international standards.
• Security Oversight: Manage all aspects of physical security, including access control, surveillance systems, and incident response. Ensure that security measures are aligned with industry best practices.
• Managing the Security Team: Lead and manage the security team, ensuring they are well-trained, motivated, and effectively deployed to maintain a secure environment.
• Risk Assessments: Conduct thorough risk assessments to identify potential hazards and implement appropriate control measures.
• Duty Manager Coverage: Be part of a team providing Duty Manager coverage, including working one weekend in six.
• Training and Development: Conduct regular training sessions for staff on health, safety, and security protocols. Ensure that all employees are aware of their responsibilities and are equipped to handle emergencies.
• Incident Investigation: Lead investigations into any health, safety, or security incidents. Develop and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Reporting and Documentation: Maintain accurate records of all health, safety, and security activities. Prepare regular reports for senior management and regulatory bodies.

Qualifications:

• Education: NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management or equivalent.
• Security Certification: Relevant security qualification such as a Security Management Diploma or equivalent is desirable.
• SIA Licence
• Experience: Minimum of three years of experience in a health, safety, and security management role.
• Skills: Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills. Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple priorities.

Personal Attributes:

• Detail-Oriented: Meticulous attention to detail to ensure compliance with all regulations and standards.
• Proactive: Ability to anticipate potential risks and implement preventive measures.
• Team Player: Collaborative approach to working with colleagues across all levels of the organisation.

Company benefits include:

• 10% employer pension contribution with a choice to contribute up to a further 5% yourself, which would then be matched by us as well! (So, 20% potential contribution to your pension).
• 6.6 weeks/33 days pro-rata, annual holiday entitlement (one week/5 days pro-rata more than statutory minimum
• Enhanced long service holiday entitlement
• Life Assurance
• Performance & loyalty payment scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Complimentary tickets
• Staff discount in the Gift Shop, Royal Deck Tearoom & The Lighthouse Restaurant & Bar aboard Fingal Hotel
• Free car parking for staff

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and qualifications to recruitment@tryb.co.uk or postal applications to:

Robert Gill
The Royal Yacht Britannia
Ocean Drive
Leith
Edinburgh
EH6 6JJ

Closing Date: 12 March 2025

No agencies please.

Please note, due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to unsuccessful candidates. If you have been selected for interview you will be contacted directly.

Full-time and Permanent
Salary £29,888 – £32,602 per annum
Plus generous benefits package
Hybrid / flexible working

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity within our enthusiastic and dedicated Collection & Research team. We’re looking for a highly motivated and organised individual to assist colleagues in the Portraiture and Photography curatorial team with all aspects of curatorial work.

Do you have a strong interest in an art historical subject area related to the National Galleries of Scotland portrait and/or photography collections? Are you keen to develop your skills, knowledge and experience across a variety of curatorial activities? Do you have the ability to take the initiative together with proven experience of meeting deadlines? If so, we want to hear from you.

In this role you’ll assist with all aspects of curatorial work relating to the collection and programme associated with the Portraiture and Photography curatorial team. This will include assisting with the research, organisation, administration and delivery of exhibitions and collection displays; researching artworks in the collection and answering public enquiries. You’ll also facilitate access for visitors to view artworks not on display, support the acquisition programme and help to develop and create interpretation about the portrait and photography collections for our audiences. You’ll be guided and supported by the Portraiture and Photography curatorial team in carrying out the responsibilities of the role.

The difference you’ll make

– As the Assistant Curator, Portraiture and Photography, you will assist colleagues in the Portraiture and Photography curatorial team with all aspects of curatorial work.
– Work closely with colleagues in departments across the National Galleries of Scotland in the organisation, administration and delivery of the exhibition programme for the portrait and photography collections.
– Assist with the due diligence, collection audit and review programmes in collaboration with curatorial, collections management and conservation colleagues.
– Support artwork changes for existing collection displays.
– Facilitate access to the collection in our public study spaces, for individual researchers and group visits.
– Share information on the collection with our audiences and partners, including answering research enquiries about the collection.
– Undertake directed research, including on provenance, into the collection and potential acquisitions.
– Develop a research specialism related to the National Galleries of Scotland portrait and/or photography collections.
– Create and update collection acquisition, loan and object records.
– Write in-gallery and online interpretation about the collection for our focus audiences meeting the National Galleries of Scotland tone of voice, interpretation framework and editorial processes.
– Liaise with collections management colleagues to ensure the highest standards of care and protection for the collection.

Who we are looking for

To succeed in this role, you’ll need the following range of knowledge, skills, and experience:

– A degree or equivalent in art history or a related subject.
– A strong interest in a subject area relevant to the National Galleries of Scotland portrait and/or photography collections.
– Experience of working in a gallery or museum environment and/or evidence of working with art or heritage collections.
– Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
– Excellent organisational and administrative skills, including an ability to prioritise effectively and work accurately without close supervision.
– Ability to work as part of a team and develop and maintain effective working relations with a broad range of people and teams, internally and externally.
– You will be able to demonstrate a commitment to supporting the organisation’s equality, diversity and inclusion commitments.
– Proficient IT skills including Microsoft Office 365.
– Ability to take the initiative.

It would also be great if you have:

– A working knowledge of Axiell Collections or another collections management system.

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

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Monday, 10 March 2025.

Scottish Canals are the custodians of the nation’s canal network and surrounding estates. Our vision is to invest in the canal network to generate lasting benefit for people and communities; celebrating their industrial heritage, ensuring they offer quality green and blue spaces for people and communities and contribute 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 collaboratively with our partners and stakeholders to contribute to a wealthier, fairer, greener and more resilient Scotland.

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

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Property Maintenance Technician to join our Estates & Placemaking team. This role will be based in the Caledonian Canal region due to the requirements of job, with a flexible base of Inverness/Fort Augustus/Corpach areas being the most suitable locations. You will support the Estates Team in delivering a comprehensive maintenance and repair service across the entire Scottish Canals network, working in and around a diverse range of properties including residential, operational and commercial buildings as well as top rated visitor attractions.

The role is offered on a permanent basis, and with a starting salary of £30,069 (Band C) plus £850 Outdoor Working Allowance. Working hours 35 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 the role:

Support the Facilities Manager to deliver a comprehensive Planned Maintenance —–Programme in relation to property related works across the Scottish Canals Estate
Support the Facilities Manager and wider business by delivering a robust reactive maintenance service across all areas of the Scottish Canals Estate, carrying out property and building related repairs as well as undertaking minor installations and upgrades where required
Provide support to other Scottish Canals teams where required, in managing Estates Properties and associated Property equipment and infrastructure to required standards

Qualifications and knowledge required:

Property/Building trade City & Guilds qualification or NVQ Level V (HNC) In Construction Practice
Certification in PAT, PASMA & MEWPs advantageous but not essential
Current Clean Driving Licence
Knowledge of traditional construction methods and materials, knowledge and understanding of layouts, drawings, and schematics
Awareness of current legislation and Compliance requirements relating to property, installations and maintenance
Familiarity of Property Planned Maintenance regimes, timescales, and scheduling
Understanding of Risk Assessment procedures and Point of Work permits and processes

Skills and experience required:

Previous experience of carrying out cyclical inspections, planned maintenance, minor project installations, fault finding, and reactive repairs
Previous experience of working in a diverse range of properties including Residential, Commercial, Leisure/Retail and Operational facilities
Experience of repairs and maintenance on buildings using traditional construction methods
Working within a fast-paced environment, to meet tight timescales
Working within a small team, with regular engagement with various departments and stakeholders
Lone working procedures
Basic First Aid
Skilled in the use IT equipment and associated systems – Laptop, tablet, mobile phone, email, CAFM/Asset management systems, certification/report writing

Qualities & abilities required:

Work planning/scheduling and excellent time management
Comfortable working within a team, and equally confident working on own initiative
Excellent communication skills to be able interact with a wide range of personalities and stakeholders across all business areas, including colleagues and front facing customers/public
Competence in the operation and maintenance of plant/tools and equipment used to fulfil the objectives of the role
Excellent problem solver with diligent fault-finding skills with ability to determine underlying causes of repeated electrical issues

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