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Library Team Supervisor, Foxbar, 35 hours, Temporary up to 12 months, Grade 06: £32,338.96- £34,127.46 p.a.

To manage, develop and promote a community-focused library, to supervise a team of library staff, and to be responsible for the provision of a high-quality library service, including a programme of library events and activities.

You may be required to work at any locations across OneRen in accordance with the needs of the business.

Work Hours:

Week 1

Monday 9am-5pm (7hrs), Tuesday 12.30pm – 8pm (7hrs), Wednesday 9am-5pm (7hrs), Thursday 9am-5pm (7hrs) & Friday 9am-5pm (7hrs)

Week 2

Monday 9am-5pm (7hrs), Tuesday 12.30pm – 8pm (7hrs), Thursday 9am-5pm (7hrs) & Friday 9am-5pm (7hrs) Saturday 9am-5pm (7hrs)

Closing date: 23 November 2025

Interview date: 1 December 2025

To apply, please click the “apply now” button below.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake a PVG 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’.

Working at Stirling Castle within the Operations directorate you will be responsible for leading a team of Visitor Experience Assistants in delivering the highest standards of service to our visitors.

The Guiding Supervisor is responsible for assisting the Guiding Management Team with the delivery of the overall visitor experience within Stirling Castle. This includes supervision of the daily Rota and allocation of duties such as meeting and greeting visitors, provision of guided tours and supervision of internal and external spaces. The Guiding Supervisor has supervision responsibility for Guiding staff at Stirling Castle.

You will ensure the presentation of the site is second to none, working with your management team to create a seamless visitor experience.
You will enjoy problem solving, taking the initiative and working collaboratively whilst leading a team in the delivery of excellent visitor experiences. Your role is operational and will require an understanding and delivery of core Visitor Experience Assistant related duties in addition to supervisory activity.

JOB PURPOSE

Under the leadership of the Head Gardener, this role manages the delivery of Inverewe Gardens’ shelterbelt management plan – a subset of the property’s overall Garden Heritage Plan. It is a hands-on role, delivering practical arboriculture and horticulture within woodland settings across the property, whilst leading a small team of gardeners.

CONTEXT

Inverewe is a garden of international importance. Created by Osgood Mackenzie in the late 19th century, and in NTS ownership since 1952, exotic plants flourish in a challenging northern landscape of spectacular mountain and coast. Inverewe’s planting has always been developed to ‘push the boundaries’. It is renowned for its variety of designed elements and an extensive plant collection of national significance, including notable collections of rhododendrons and southern hemisphere plants.

The “shelterbelt” of mixed coniferous and broadleaf trees rings the more formal “planted” garden and the tree canopy provides the stable, humid, and sheltered microclimate that allows the plant collection to thrive, as well as influencing the character of the garden as a backdrop and gateway to the landscape beyond. While the importance of the shelterbelt and tree collection has long been recognised, with their loss representing an existential threat to the garden itself, it has been difficult to consistently implement management plans to ensure the resilience of these features for the future.

The Head Gardener, First Gardener (Woodland), and First Gardener (Ornamental) form Inverewe’s Garden Management Team, collectively ensuring the development and delivery of the property’s Garden Heritage Plan, whilst integrating seamlessly with the wider estate (2,500 hectares of forestry, shore, and moorland), visitor services (100,000 visitors annually), and the context of the local community.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Understand, develop, and deliver Inverewe’s shelterbelt management plan, including (but not limited to):
o General care of trees and their understory, such as trimming/lopping, felling, planting, invasive non-native species removal, pest and disease control;
o Undertaking tree inspections and remedial actions to promote tree health and maintain a safe woodland garden environment;
o General care, maintenance, and development of planted borders and clearings within the woodland garden;
o Managing soil health – including appropriate composting;
o Managing and developing the property’s bio-char approach, for both internal use, and as a commercial product;
o Liaising with Inverewe’s Propagator to ensure an appropriate nursery of replacement trees, and implementing agreed planting/re-planting plans, or opportunist planting;
o Liaising with Inverewe’s Ranger over the recording, monitoring, and maintenance of the shelterbelt as an important habitat;
o Outreach and education in the form of guided tours, talks/lectures, community engagement events.
• Supervise the team of gardeners and volunteers assigned to woodland garden and shelterbelt work, ensuring that they are motivated, trained, developed, and deliver their duties to the required standard.
• Manage any delegated budget in the optimal way, taking a “best value” approach without overspending.
• Manage health & safety for the woodland garden and shelterbelt activities, including (but not limited to):
o Undertaking and recording general and specific risk assessments for areas of the woodland garden and shelterbelt activities to mitigate hazards and risks;
o Undertaking and recording routine and ad hoc tree inspections, and any remedial works;
o Servicing of tools and equipment (including PPE) according to manufacturer’s recommendations, and logging their use;
o Appropriate storage, issuing, and COSHH assessment of chemical agents used in the woodland setting;
o Advising – and if necessary, taking decisions on – the closure of parts of the garden or the garden as a whole in situations such as high winds/storms to ensure the safety of colleagues and visitors.
• As required “stand in” for the Head Gardener or First Gardener (Ornamental) to ensure complete garden management/supervisory coverage (in times of e.g. sickness absence, annual leave).
• As required by the Head Gardener, help with gardening activity in any part of the garden.
• As required, as a senior member of the Inverewe management team, contribute to the Property’s overall operations and development.
• As required by the Operations Manager, support tree/woodland work at Corrieshalloch Gorge.

The current duties of this job do not require a criminal records (Disclosure Scotland) check to be carried out.

Assistant Curator
£30,173 – £34,696, Permament

The Assistant Curator works with a small and busy team on the realisation of displays, exhibitions and commissions, collaborating with designers, lenders and institutions. The Assistant Curator will work on all aspects of exhibition development and delivery comprising curatorial, registrar and project management responsibilities. The role includes leading on smaller scale exhibitions and displays and supporting the Curators on major exhibitions running concurrently, including historic and contemporary exhibitions which feature objects from UK and international collections.

As a member of the Exhibitions team, the Assistant Curator contributes ideas to the museum’s programme, is essential to the department’s collegiate work environment and liaises with other internal departments and with the professional design world, in one of the most dynamic design environments in Europe.

Thank you for your interest in the post of Stonemason with Historic Environment Scotland that will be based at our Perth Depot. This is a permanent, full-time position.

The Monument Conservation Unit (MCU) based in Perth is tasked with the responsibility for conservation, maintenance and presentation works within the Perth depots remit. You will assist with conservation and routine maintenance works to HES monuments in the Perth Depot area including Stanley Mills, Lochleven Castle, Balvaird Castle, Dunkeld Cathedral and Burleigh Castle.

National Mining Museum Scotland (NMMS) is an independent charitable trust and the national body responsible for the preservation and interpretation of Scotland’s mining heritage. Based at the Category ‘A’ listed Lady Victoria Colliery, the museum cares for collections of national significance and provides a wide range of events, exhibitions, and education programmes. The site includes historic buildings, visitor facilities, commercial tenancies, and large outdoor areas requiring specialist conservation and estates management.

Job Purpose
The Estates and Compliance Manager will lead on the maintenance, safety, and development of the museum’s estate and technical functions, ensuring that NMMS operates to the highest standards of safety, sustainability, presentation, and conservation. The role will manage property, facilities, security, health & safety, environmental management, and capital works, as well as support events and visitor services to ensure an excellent visitor experience.

The postholder will be responsible for delivering statutory compliance, safeguarding historic fabric, managing contractors, supporting museum staff and volunteers, and planning preventative maintenance to secure the long-term sustainability of the museum.

Key Responsibilities
1. Property, Estates, and Maintenance
• Develop and deliver a proactive estates management and maintenance plan, including preventative maintenance.
• Oversee all site infrastructure, including buildings, utilities, grounds, green spaces, and specialist heritage assets.
• Manage external contractors and service providers, ensuring value for money, quality, and compliance and minimal disruption to our visitor offer.
• Undertake regular inspections of estate facilities and infrastructure, addressing issues promptly.
• Oversee security arrangements, including CCTV, alarms, key holding, out-of-hours cover and the locking up of the site at close of play of the day/evening.
2. Health, Safety, and Compliance
• Lead on compliance with all statutory health & safety, fire safety, and environmental obligations.
• Conduct risk assessments, safety audits, and ensure robust record-keeping.
• Act as lead officer for emergency response planning, including evacuation, accidents, and first aid.
• Ensure compliance with asbestos management, safe working at height, and contractor safety.
• Deliver training and awareness sessions for staff and volunteers in line with legislation and best practice.
3. Technical and Conservation Support
• Work closely with the Chief Executive and Curatorial Team to ensure conservation standards are met across the historic estate and within exhibitions.
• Provide technical support for collections movement, installations, and exhibitions.
• Support large-scale projects (capital development, refurbishments, new installations) from planning through to completion.
• Liaise with statutory bodies (Historic Environment Scotland, Midlothian Council) to ensure legal and heritage compliance.
4. Event and Visitor Support
• Provide technical and estates support for public and private events, including set-up, late-night working, and safety oversight.
• Ensure high standards of presentation across all facilities to enhance the visitor experience.
• Work closely with the Visitor Services Team to provide a safe, welcoming environment for events, functions, and venue hire.
5. Team and Volunteer Management
• Line-manage Technical Assistant and Cleaning Staff, setting objectives and monitoring performance.
• Support and coordinate technical/estates volunteers and contractors, ensuring safe and effective contribution.
• Build strong cross-team working relationships with Visitor Services, Education, Events, and Curatorial teams.
We expect candidates to already hold IOSH Managing Safely (or NEBOSH General Certificate) and Asbestos Awareness (Category A), and to be able to evidence recent Fire Warden and basic First Aid training (or a commitment to complete these within the first 3 months). For candidates without some of the desirable qualifications, NMMS will support a development plan to achieve them within 6–12 months, with priority on BOHS P405 (asbestos management), Legionella Responsible Person, and CDM Client duties training

Would you like to work in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park and in the largest National Nature Reserve in the UK ? We are looking for a Conservation Officer for Mar Lodge Estate. At almost 30,000ha it is the largest property owned by the National Trust for Scotland and ranges from the pristine arctic alpine habitat of the Cairngorm plateau down through the spectacular Caledonian pinewood to the floodplains of the river Dee. The estate is recognized as being at the forefront of upland land management and conservation in Scotland. The woodlands are expanding, the peatlands are being restored and the wildlife is flourishing.

Working at one of the most important sites for nature conservation in the UK, this exciting post plays a key role in ecological monitoring which underpins our practical land management and in communicating the pioneering work of the National Trust for Scotland.

JOB PURPOSE

Working within the Conservation Team, this Conservation Officer is central to delivering the development and implementation of the nature conservation strategy at Mar Lodge Estate National Nature Reserve. Working across habitats including Caledonian pinewoods, blanket bog, and montane plateaux, and with species including Schedule 1 breeding birds, rare invertebrates and montane plants, this post supports the delivery of the estate’s diverse ecological monitoring programme. The Conservation Officer helps to deliver the scientific evidence which underpins the ongoing management of Mar Lodge Estate and ensures the estate’s reputation within the conservation sector. The Conservation Officer is also pivotal in delivering communication and advocacy work to showcase the pioneering nature conservation work underway at Mar Lodge, disseminating the ecological knowledge gathered on the estate, and promoting the nature conservation successes to a wide range of partners and stakeholders.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Support the Conservation Manager in ensuring delivery and reporting of the ecological monitoring programme for the estate required to determine whether the natural heritage conservation objectives of the Mar Lodge Estate management plan are being achieved.

• Assist in the delivery of technical conservation projects, often in partnership with external stakeholders, to facilitate the successful recovery of habitats and species both on Mar Lodge Estate and more widely.

• Promote the Trust’s work at Mar Lodge Estate both internally and to external stakeholders through the publication of scientific papers and articles, the delivery of presentations, radio and TV interviews and social media.

• Lead on the management the collection, storage and dissemination of biological records ensuring they are incorporated into NTS, regional and national recording programmes.

• Lead on the internal NTS carbon reporting for Mar Lodge Estate.

• Developing ecological volunteering opportunities including engaging with minority group and manage volunteer groups when on site.

• Play a key role in the development and implementation of the Estate’s Management Plan, using scientific knowledge and highly developed communication skills to communicate the estate’s objectives and ambitions.

• Working with the stalking team, contribute to the delivery of the estate’s deer management through either monitoring and, potentially, active participation in deer stalking activities

• Working with the visitor services team, contribute to the development of the wildlife and management related interpretive material on the estate.

• Working with the visitor services team develop an annual events programme to offer visitors unique opportunities to visit the estate and learn about the management work to conserve the natural and cultural heritage.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE

Qualifications

Essential
 Relevant degree in ecology or related subject.
 Driving license, valid for driving within the UK.

Desirable
• Qualification in identification of upland species and/or NVC surveying.
 Current first aid certification.
 Mountain leader, carbon certification

Experience

Essential
 Significant knowledge and experience of upland land management.
 Demonstrable, significant practical experience in surveying or biological monitoring in upland areas.
 Highly developed skills in identification of a wide range of upland plants and animals.
 Experience of managing volunteers.
 Highly developed communication skills. Persuasive written and oral communication skills grounded in scientific knowledge and ability.
 Competence in MS software and ability to write scientific reports.
 Ability to work unaided in remote mountain environments in all weather
 Practical knowledge of Health and Safety processes and procedures and the ability to work effectively within these processes.

Desirable
 Familiarity and experience of Scotland’s natural and cultural heritage and current upland conservation issues.
 Schedule 1 bird monitoring experience.
 Experience of disseminating information in a variety of forms to diverse audiences, including scientific papers.
 GIS and recorder software experience.
 Practical deer management experience.
 Experience of the effects of grazing on upland vegetation, especially by deer and of tree establishment in the uplands.
 Social media experience in a business context.
 Experience with carbon accounting and reporting, and carbon emissions reduction activities
 Experience with community engagement activities

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.