Jobs

National Mining Museum Scotland (NMMS) is an independent, charitable, trust located at the Lady Victoria Colliery in Newtongrange, Midlothian. NMMS is responsible for the preservation and interpretation of Scotland’s mining history and heritage, shining a light on the past to help us look to the future of Scotland’s energy transition. As well as being a 5-star visitor attraction, the Museum holds collections of national significance and offers an award-winning learning programme for audiences of all ages, across Scotland.

NMMS is currently undergoing an exciting transition and has plans for redevelopment of the site including the reuse and repurpose of existing buildings, the creation of a new fit-for-purpose building, improvement of the visitor offer including events space and exhibitions, and the establishment of more sustainable environmental systems. The Project Manager post would be well suited for a candidate with knowledge and experience of major redevelopment projects with excellent skills in project management.

Initial funding for this post has been provided by National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF).

Job Purpose

The Project Officer is a new role for NMMS and the successful candidate will be responsible for developing and leading projects, ranging from refurbishment to large-scale capital projects. These projects will increase NMMS resilience and sustainability and will involve significant internal and external stakeholder management. The Project Officer will be responsible for ensuring projects are carried out efficiently and to the required time and budget constraints as well as any other legal requirements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead on the development of NMMS Project Strategy including identifying potential projects, establishing realistic targets and creating timescales for these.
2. Support the strategic development of NMMS by managing and implementing both large and small scale projects.
3. Deliver a variety of projects on time, within budget, and to the highest possible standards while meeting targets.
4. Manage the day-to-day aspects of projects and liaise closely with members of NMMS Management Team.
5. Support the Development Officer with information required for fundraising applications.
6. Work with the Finance Manager to ensure projects are kept to budget.
7. Communicate regularly with the wider NMMS team to effectively manage the projects and ensure these are fit for intended purposes.
8. Coordinate project related meetings including scheduling, agendas and writing minutes.
9. Maintaining risk assessments for projects.
10. Improve your own skills and knowledge by taking part within relevant professional bodies and undertaking training as required.
11. Attend NMMS meetings as required.
12. Comply with NMMS policies and procedures.
13. Undertake any duties at the request of the Line Manager which are commensurate with the role, including other work within the Trust.

FOR FULL JOB DESCRIPTION, PERSON SPECIFICATION AND APPLICATION FOR PLEASE SEE WEBSITE.

***THE CLOSING DATE FOR THIS ROLE IS 8AM ON 2ND SEPTEMBER 2024***

Application Deadline: Monday 02/09/2024