Operations

JOB PURPOSE

To undertake proactive and reactive maintenance matters throughout a number of sites across the Edinburgh cluster. Ensuring the continued conservation and development of the buildings and infrastructure to a high standard; allowing the smooth running of the visitor attractions, adjoining properties and surrounding environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Based primarily at Newhailes but on occasion required at Gladstone’s Land, Georgian House, Malleny and Inveresk
• Painting (external and internal)
• Minor joinery repairs joinery work (external and internal)
• Car park maintenance
• Basic plumbing repairs
• Fence and building repairs
• Minor repairs to residential properties
• General DIY including outdoor infrastructure maintenance
• General site work – including playpark maintenance, litter picking and accepting deliveries

1. Ensure all activities undertaken are compliant with the property’s Health and safety and Emergency Procedures.

2. Demonstrating self-motivation, organising, planning and prioritising, along with good time management.

3. Support with event set up and break down

4. Key holder for multiple sites.

5. Undertaking such other reasonable duties as may be required from time to time to ensure the smooth running of the sites, as required by the Operations Manager.

This role is not one for which the duties, responsibilities or accountabilities of the role require you to undertake a criminal records check.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE

Qualifications
Essential
 Full driving license valid for driving in the UK.

Desirable
 Current first aid certificate.
 Domestic Legionella Risk Assessment Training.
 Portable Appliance Testing Certificate.

Experience
Essential
 Solid demonstrable experience in executing a wide range of maintenance trades to a high standard.
 An eye for detail and finish.
 Competence in lone working.
 Practical knowledge of Health and Safety processes and procedures and the ability to work effectively within these processes.
 Experience in producing estimates for set pieces of work.
 Experience of working within a budget and timescales.
 Ability to be proactive and use initiative.
 Competence at working from heights on ladders or scaffolding as necessary.

Desirable
 Experience of working in a multi-site role.
 Experience working on listed buildings.
 Understanding of traditional building skills.

DIMENSIONS AND SCOPE OF JOB
People Management
 Currently no line management responsibility but needs to be able to deal politely and courteously with all customers, guests, colleagues and tradesmen/contractors.
 Ability to work with and motivate volunteers when necessary.

Finance Management
 Is not a budget-holder.

Key performance indicators and targets
 The ability to provide cost effective high quality maintenance in accordance with the targets of each individual site.

Marketing Communications Executive, Paisley, 37 hours per week, Permanent, Grade 4: £30,212.58 – £31,813.89 p.a (£15.66-£16.49 hourly rate)

We’re seeking a Marketing Communications Executive to support the delivery of OneRen’s public relations, media engagement, and internal communications. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone looking to build a career in communications within the charitable or cultural sectors.

You’ll work closely with the Brand & Communications Manager to draft press releases, manage media lists, create engaging content, and help ensure our messaging is consistent and impactful. You’ll also contribute to internal communications and support the monitoring and reporting of campaign performance.

Candidates are to submit a CV and cover letter in one document.

Closing date: 5 July 2026

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Basic Level 1 Disclosure Scotland check.

If you would like further information in relation to the Disclosure Scotland checks, please visit their website.

Applications are welcome from candidates from all backgrounds including those with disabilities and candidates who have ‘care experience’.

We are recruiting a Mailroom Assistant/Driver to join our Collection Support Services team at the National Library of Scotland. As part of a team of six, you will play a key role in ensuring the safe and efficient transport of the Library’s collections between our sites. You will also carry out a range of mailroom duties with accuracy and attention to detail and provide general support across the Library, for example, preparing meeting rooms to meet customer requirements.

We are looking for an enthusiastic team player who takes pride in delivering consistently high standards of service. You must hold a valid clean Category C1 driving licence, permitting the operation of vehicles between 3.5 and 7.5 tonnes, to meet the driving and transport responsibilities of the role. Previous experience working in a role that involves managing a variety of tasks to meet customer needs would be beneficial.

If you are successful, you will be working for one of Scotland’s premier cultural institutions, a library that holds the nation’s memory in its vast collections. You’ll have the opportunity to work flexibly, where the service allows, and we’ll provide you with training and development opportunities. We have generous annual leave and offer a pension scheme. And of course, you’ll join a team of great colleagues.

Please visit our recruitment website for more information and to submit your application.

Jacobite Cruises Limited is an award winning, ASVA-five-star rated, leading tourism operator with a Monster Reputation for Excellence, based on the A82 at Dochgarroch Lock (4 miles South of Inverness city center towards Fort William) – providing exceptional experiences on Loch Ness for over 50 years.

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Assistant Marine Engineer to support the Technical Engineer in the day-to-day management in the safe and efficient operation of its fleet of passenger vessels including shore-based infrastructure and technical assets.

This hands-on role involves the maintenance, servicing and troubleshooting of marine diesel engines, as well as onboard mechanical, electrical and safety systems. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring vessels operate to the highest standards of safety, reliability and performance.

The Role and Responsibilities:

*Carry-out routine maintenance, servicing and inspections of marine diesel engines and associated systems.
*Diagnose faults and perform effective troubleshooting to ensure minimal disruption to operations.
*Maintain accurate maintenance logs and engineering records.
*Monitor engine performance and carry out preventative maintenance.
*Ensure all engineering work complies with relevant marine safety and regulatory standards.
*Support vessel skippers and operational teams with technical expertise.
*Assist with inspections, surveys and audits as required.
*Ensure adherence to the company’s Safety Management System at all times.
*Assist with annual yard work and winter maintenance programs.

Essential Requirements:

*Proven experience working with small to medium diesel engines.
*Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
*Experience in servicing and maintaining marine or similar mechanical systems.
*Good understanding of mechanical, hydraulic and basic electrical systems.
*Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
*Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
*Flexible approach to working hours, including weekends and shift work.

Desirable Skills & Experience:

*Experience working with Volvo and Scania marine engines.
*Onboard service as an engineer, responsible for maintenance and servicing.
*Previous experience in a marine environment or passenger vessel operations.
*Relevant marine engineering qualifications or certifications (e.g. MEOL(SV), AEC 1 & 2).
*Basic electrical and hydraulic system knowledge.

Our team benefits;

Free parking
Competitive salary – dedicated Real Living Wage Employer
Target driven discretionary bonus
In store discount in An Talla
Annual allocation of cruise tickets for family and friends
50% discount on an individual membership to High Life Highland
Use of ASVA passes to access hundreds of free tickets to Scottish visitor attractions (restricted depending on availability)
Employee Assistance Program
Uniform provided

We can only accept those 18 years or over. You will be required to complete a company application form and demonstrate Right-to-Work documentation at interview. There is no live-in accommodation.

Please include as much information as possible in your submission to support your application.

JOB PURPOSE
The National Trust for Scotland is looking for a strong team player to join our Building Conservation Team, looking after many of Scotland’s most important historic buildings and structures. This role will be based in the South and West Region of Scotland providing support to the regional team. The role is in order to cover maternity leave and will be a fixed term of 12 months.
A Building Conservation professional with at least 2 years’ post-qualification experience, you will be part of the team that supports the Trust’s operational regions in caring for and operating our buildings. You will work with castles, cottages, museums, offices, bothies, residential and agricultural lets, and toilet blocks – old and new buildings are all part of the NTS portfolio. You will promote and deliver best practice in conservation, safe construction and maintenance management and support operational colleagues with guidance and advice. You will undertake surveys, diagnose defects, specify repairs, and manage projects to deliver conservation, improvement, repair, and maintenance works to our built assets.
The National Building Conservation Team are a forward-looking team of buildings professionals who are passionate about caring for the Trust’s diverse portfolio of structures both historic and modern. Although we are one of the Trust’s Central teams, managed from Trust HQ at Broadstone, Edinburgh, individual team members are dispersed across all parts of the Scottish mainland, supporting 4 Regions and our role is all about collaborating and supporting local Operations Teams.
Our Regional Offices are:
• Edinburgh & East: Broadstone, Edinburgh
• Highlands & Islands: Balnain House, Inverness
• North-East: Crathes Castle, Aberdeenshire
• South & West: Culzean Castle, South Ayrshire / Greenbank House, Glasgow

The role of the Trust’s Building Conservation Team is to provide professional and technical building and conservation knowledge and support across all aspects of the care and maintenance of our buildings.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
The Building Conservation Surveyor is the senior buildings and conservation professional in each Region. The Building Conservation Team delivers direct support to the regional management and operations teams, under the management and supervision of the Lead Conservation Surveyor and the Head of Building Conservation.
Each Region is supported by a Building Conservation Surveyor and a Maintenance Surveyor, who between them support Trust property and conservation operations by delivering conservation maintenance activities to ensure that our buildings are fit for purpose, safe and welcoming for our visitors, meet legislative standards of compliance and deliver the Trust’s charitable purposes. The Team operates through a consultancy model with Building and Maintenance Surveyors aligned to a client group of properties to allow them to develop expertise in the history, significance, care, and operation of those properties. Working in collaboration and consultation with operations teams and in response to condition reports, our surveyors programme and commission appropriate consultancy services and contractors to deliver required works. You will undertake condition surveys, identify, and diagnose defects, specify and schedule works and develop options for remediation. This includes ensuring that all works specifications, contracting and project management and construction activities are compliant with legislation and Trust technical, Health & Safety and Conservation standards and policies.
As the senior surveying specialist and knowledge bearer within each region or property portfolio, the emphasis is on leading the conservation and care of the built environment, compliance against policy, statutory and legislative frameworks internally and externally (e.g. CDM, planning, health & safety, building control, environment, and conservation practice).
You will work under the day-to-day operational management of the Lead Conservation Surveyor, who in turn reports to the Head of Building Conservation. You will be supported directly by the Buildings Support Manager, and the Head of Building Conservation Policy. You will work most closely with the Regional Maintenance Surveyor to identify defects and respond to operational requests, research, plan and deliver appropriate solutions for any building related issues.
You will be required to:
1. Understand and continually refresh your knowledge of the significance, condition, and operational requirements of the buildings in your area and the Trust’s Conservation Principles and other policies and statutory requirements that impact on our buildings.
2. Undertake surveys, identify defects, and make recommendations for imminent and future works to improve, maintain and conserve the significance and operational utility of buildings and sites in the most environmentally sustainable way.
3. Lead, manage and input into the production of research and property plans in relation to built assets and their future care, use and operation.
4. Manage a range of external consultants and specialists for small, medium and large projects.
5. Produce options appraisals, work plans, schedules, specifications, and tender documents.
6. Manage procurement exercises in collaboration with our Procurement Team.
7. Develop, monitor, and manage project budgets.
8. Develop, project manage and act as Contract Administrator for conservation, maintenance and improvement projects including ensuring that all necessary statutory applications are lodged and approved with any conditions discharged.
9. Provide information in support of grant applications and the management of grant funded works.
10. Provide support and information to the Health & Safety Team in relation to compliance matters including but not limited to: CDM, contractor management, fire safety, environmental management and DDA.
11. Compile and keep under review property information appropriate to each property and all building activities undertaken in your Region.

Thank you for your interest in the post of Grounds Maintenance Operator with Historic Environment Scotland (HES) that will be based in the Dirleton Castle Depot. This is a permanent and pensionable position.

You will be joining a dedicated team where you will contribute to the grounds maintenance of historical monuments under the care of Historic Environment Scotland at Dirleton Castle and in the surrounding areas.

Archivist, Renfrewshire, 35 hours, Permanent, Grade 8: £41,080.70 – £43,161.20 (Hourly rate of pay £22.51 – £23.65)

We are looking for a professionally qualified Archivist with experience of leading or developing archive services, and a strong commitment to public engagement, inclusion, and collaboration.

The ideal candidate will bring vision, confidence, and creativity, with the ability to balance strategic leadership with operational delivery. You will be a strong advocate for archives, comfortable working across teams and with partners to unlock new stories, broaden access and increase the impact of our collections.

This is a varied and dynamic role, with responsibilities including:

Lead the development of a modern, outward-looking archive service, transforming how collections are accessed, interpreted, and valued
Drive forward a people-centred and participatory approach, working with communities to co-create and share stories
Lead planning and delivery toward Archive Service Accreditation, ensuring policies, standards and frameworks are in place
Champion integration with the museum service, embedding archives in exhibitions, learning and public programming
Oversee collections management of the archive collection, including accessioning, cataloguing, preservation, and digital development
Develop partnerships, projects, and funding opportunities to grow the service and increase its reach and impact
Lead and support a small team, fostering a culture of learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement

We ask all candidates to complete assessments and application materials independently, without the use of AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT or similar), unless otherwise stated.
This ensures a fair and consistent assessment of individual skills, experience, and capabilities.

Closing date: 21 June 2026

Interview date: 8 July 2026

If you’d like to find out more about the role, please contact Sean Kelly, Collections and Conservation Manager, for an informal discussion on Sean.Kelly@renfrewshire.gov.uk

The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure Scotland Level 1 check.

If you would like further information in relation to the Disclosure Scotland checks, please visit their website.

Applications are welcome from candidates from all backgrounds including those with disabilities and candidates who have ‘care experience’.

The Collections Manager (Services) role is responsible for managing a team of Collections Assistants to carry out a programme of collections management work across the Historic Environment Scotland (HES) estate. The programme includes collections projects and day-to-day work like inventory and audit, preventative conservation, cataloguing and documentation and supporting the management of objects on display and in storage. You will also be responsible for the day to day management of the HES object stores in Edinburgh and associated workflows.

For more information about the post and information about the team, please access the full job description for this post (link below).

Key Responsibilities of this role

Delivery of collections management projects

– Working with colleagues to scope and plan collections management project work, including various documentation backlog projects, as well as delivering a regular audit programme
– Working with colleagues to ensure that budgets and expenditure for project work are managed appropriately.
– Ensuring project work is completed to agreed targets, to monitor, assess and measure progress, and ensure that work is completed within time and budget expectations.
– Scheduling multiple streams of project work and ongoing collections management tasks.

Team management

– Line management of four Collections Assistants, including managing team rotas, holding regular 1:1 and team meetings, arranging training and development opportunities.
– Working closely with departmental colleagues to support matrix management of four Collections Assistants
– Providing opportunities for trainees, apprentices and volunteers to work with the team to develop staff and support the wider department.
– Managing conservation, transport and other contractors to support the work of the team.

Working to collections management and health & safety standards

– Ensuring team’s work meets sector collections management standards and health and safety standards
– Performing quality assurance processes for the team’s work to ensure data recorded in collections management system meets agreed sector standards.
– Providing training to the team to ensure consistency in procedures.
– Contributing to written procedures.
– Preparing and implementing health & safety risk assessments.

Managing Central Stores

– Act as a central point of contact for collections store access and have an overview of maintenance, H&S compliance, and emergency response needs.
– Ensure regular audits of equipment and materials are undertaken and supplies restocked.
– Implement housekeeping plans and ensure the spaces are clean and tidy and collections management procedures are correctly implemented.
– Coordinate incoming material requests and quarantine and monitor capacity to manage use of the spaces.

Find out more about desirable skills and experience in the full job description.