Operations

Thank you for your interest in our vacancy of the Gardener post with Historic Environment Scotland based at Aberdour Castle, Aberdour, Fife, KY3 0SL. This is a permanent and pensionable appointment.

You will be joining a dedicated team where they will contribute to the conservation of the monument along with the development and maintenance of the formal gardens at Aberdour Castle.

The Burntisland Monument Conservation Unit (MCU) currently consists of a Works Manager, 3 Stonemasons and a Labourer – who carry out conservation and maintenance work on a variety of locations. There are currently 2 qualified gardeners based at Aberdour Castle who also support work at other sites across the Region. The Works Manager has direct line management responsibilities for the whole unit including the gardening team. The successful candidate will work alongside the other gardeners at Aberdour and be expected to work elsewhere across the estate.

Duties of the successful post holder will include:
• Completing regular maintenance work of the formal gardens and orchard at Aberdour Castle. This will include weeding, planting, mulching and the propagation of plants utilising the onsite greenhouses.
• Assist in the maintenance of the fine lawns, undertaking mowing, scarifying, aerating, application of herbicides and fertilisers.
• Use and maintain hand-tools, equipment and machinery such as petrol driven ride-on mowers, pedestrian mowers, strimmers and hedge cutters.
• Act as a source of knowledge of the various plants that are grown in the gardens and be able to answer queries from visitors and other site staff regarding the gardens.

Thank you for your interest in the post of
Stonemason with Historic Environment
Scotland based at Blackness Castle 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 Blackness
and the surrounding area.

Thank you for your interest in the post of
Stonemason with Historic Environment
Scotland, based at the Glasgow Cathedral
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 Glasgow districts.

Full time, Permanent
Salary £27,363 – £28,491 per annum
Plus generous benefits package
Hybrid / flexible working

About the role

We have an exciting role working in our HR team specialising in Talent Acquisition. We’re looking for an experienced HR Assistant to play a key role in supporting a busy recruitment function.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate previous experience in a similar role. You’ll help ensure we provide the best possible recruitment and onboarding experience to our candidates and hiring managers. You must be highly organised, have excellent attention to detail with experience of delivering exceptional standards of customer service.

In HR we have a strong team culture where you would be welcomed and supported. We have a friendly and professional working environment where continuous improvement is encouraged. 

The difference you’ll make

You will provide admin support for a wide range of HR activities for our recruitment processes. Reporting to the HR Manager for Talent Acquisition your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

– Overseeing our applications inbox ensuring all queries by candidates, colleagues and managers are dealt with in a professional and timely manner.
– Posting adverts on job boards to entice new candidates.
– Tracking candidate applications through the recruitment process, arranging interviews, and assisting with candidate management tasks.
– Creating correspondence for new starters and ensuring onboarding documentation is completed.
– Carrying out onboarding processes.
– Ensuring data is updated accurately on HR systems to ensure the organisation is provided with reliable, consistent, and meaningful data (e.g. payroll, HRIS, recruitment, etc).
– Processing new start information to ensure monthly payroll data is actioned in an accurate and timely manner in line with strict deadlines.
– Supporting internal and external enquiries and requests related to the HR team.
– Working closely and flexibly with HR colleagues to support ad hoc duties and projects to create a culture of continuous improvement and embrace the values and objectives of the organisation.

Who we are looking for

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

– Strong proven experience as an HR Assistant or another HR relevant role, preferably with a recruitment focus.
– An interest and passion for recruitment and providing excellent customer service.
– Analytical with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
– First class communication skills both written and verbal.
– Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office products including MS Teams.
– Strong admin and organisational skills with a methodical approach to work including effective prioritising of tasks and working to strict deadlines.
– Team player, ability to work collaboratively.
– Ability to show diplomacy and tact whilst being discreet and maintaining confidentiality.

It would also be great if you have: 

– Human Resource Management Degree or equivalent experience / CIPD Qualified.
– Experience of working with HR and/or e-recruitment systems. 
– Flexible and adaptable to change. 

Please apply directly via our careers portal.

Closing date for applications is 12 noon on Monday, 28 October 2024.

Glasgow Life is looking for 2 Photographic Project Officer to join us on one full-time fixed permanent contract and one full time fixed term term contract, funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund for a period up to 2 years, to October 2026.

More about the People’s Palace and our Museum team
As a Photographic Project Officer you’ll be joining our Glasgow Life Museums team working on this exciting transformational project of the People’s Palace and Winter Gardens.
The project will develop and create a community-led museum to become one of the world’s most socially engaged and internationally significant local museums. With Glasgow’s social history at its heart, we will reintegrate the glasshouse and museum, to create a dynamic museum offer with new flexible space and facilities that meet audience needs. The building will be restored, will be more environmentally sustainable and help put the east end of Glasgow more on the tourist map. Our museums are committed to making sure people experience our world-class collections and have the chance to engage with our rich heritage. The cultural programmes we provide bring value to people’s lives. Read more on our website http://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/museums.

The role
As a Photographic Project Officer you’ll be an integral part of the team by photographing museum collection objects as well as documenting on site works and community engagement,
creating digital image content from a variety of sources.

Reporting to the Senior Programme Manager and working alongside the Collections Management team.

The candidate
If you’re interested in joining us as a Photographic Project Officer, you’ll need:

• A qualification in photography or relevant experience.
• Excellent working knowledge of digital image processing and manipulation software.
• Experience of handling valuable or delicate objects.
• Experience of taking high-quality images of 2D and 3D objects for varying end uses and processing them.
• Knowledge of museum databases, such as MimsyXG, and experience of working with and adding images to a DAM system

You can read the full person specification for this role under the ‘Job Attachments’ section.
This post is city-wide however the primary location will be Glasgow Museums Resource Centre with occasional working at the People’s Palace and other Glasgow Life venues.

Some of our roles are currently piloting hybrid working, with teams working between the office and home. Your line manager will agree these days with you. This balance enables you to continue much-needed collaborative working.

Our Glasgow Museums Resource Centre has great links to public transport and free parking.

This role is working Monday to Friday on a full-time basis.

We believe in the transformational power of the programmes and events we provide for the people and visitors of Glasgow. If you would like to be a part of what we do, we’d love to hear from you.
Important Dates: Closing date 27th October 2024 and interviews are provisionally scheduled for week commencing 4th November 2024.
Benefits at Glasgow Life
• 30 days holiday allowance plus 6.5 public holidays (for full-time roles). After 5 years completed service, the entitlement will increase to 35 days from the next annual leave year.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Discounted Glasgow Club membership and money off in our museum shops and online store
• Option to buy extra annual leave.
• Cycle-to-work scheme

And much more!

Please note that Glasgow Life, as an ALEO to Glasgow City Council, is currently completing a Job Evaluation exercise and introducing a new pay and grading structure which may impact on current salaries quoted in job adverts, see https://www.glasgow.gov.uk/jobevaluation for more information.

Diversity matters at Glasgow Life
We’re determined to reflect the extraordinary diversity of Glasgow in our workforce. Glasgow Life is on a journey to develop a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. Where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We’re a Disability Confident and Carer Positive employer and invite candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Read more about our commitment to equality and diversity on our website. https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/the-small-print/an-inclusive-employer

Pitlochry Festival Theatre has been providing a unique cultural experience for over 70 years, appealing to national and international audiences and visitors. We are Scotland’s leading producer of musical theatre, a champion of ensemble practice and the country’s only rurally located, major arts organisation. Our home is a glorious eleven-acre campus that includes the Explorers Garden. More than a place to come and see a show, we offer great theatre and art for all in an inspiring, creative atmosphere. Pitlochry Festival Theatre’s campus now comprises a 538 seat Main Auditorium, a 172 seat Studio theatre as well as our Amphitheatre and Bandstand located in the theatre grounds.

We are now recruiting for a Trusts and Foundations Officer. The post holder will contribute to the fundraising target of Pitlochry Festival Theatre by securing and growing income from charitable Trusts and Foundations. Taking personal responsibility for contributing to meeting and raising the annual financial target by identifying, cultivating, and soliciting gifts and grants to support both revenue and capital activity. The full job description, and details of skills and experience required to be successful in this position, are below.

Full-time and Permanent
Salary £34,605 – £37,846 per annum
Plus generous benefits package

About the role

We have an exciting new role playing a key part in ensuring we deliver an exceptional visitor experience in our amazing galleries based in the heart of Edinburgh. You must have substantial proven experience of successfully managing teams within a Visitor Attraction or Retail environment.

We are looking for someone who can step in with confidence and is energised by the opportunity to motivate and inspire a team. You will be an exceptional people manager with excellent communication and organisational skills. You will play a critical part in planning and delivering staffing requirements for exhibitions, learning programmes and events and ensure that income generation opportunities are maximised.

As part of our enthusiastic and skilled Security and Visitor Engagement team, you will manage up to 50 Visitor Assistants with the support of two Visitor Assistant Supervisors. It’s a busy and varied role and gives the opportunity to work with some fantastic people.

The difference you’ll make

Working across all our galleries you’ll be responsible for welcoming and engaging visitors, supporting delivery of exhibitions, programmes and events and maximising income from ticket, Friends membership sales and donations.

You will be a visible and active leader able to anticipate visitor needs and meet them through ensuring the team are highly motivated and confident in their roles. You will ensure an excellent welcome and high standards across the team, and that income from visitors is maximised. You will manage visitor compliments, comments and complaints received in person, by phone and via email responding as appropriate, always looking for continuous improvement.

You’ll work closely with curators, learning and engagement, marketing and membership teams to ensure that the set-up and delivery of exhibitions and events fully meet internal and audience expectations.

Reporting to the Director of Operations your responsibilities will also include the following:

Leadership

– Leading, inspiring and developing the team of Visitor Assistants in delivering exceptional standards of welcome, service and sales.
– Ensuring the Visitor Assistant Supervisors are fully skilled and supported in their roles and in the wider performance management, individual coaching and skills development of their teams.
– Being a key point of contact for all departments involved in planning and delivering visitor-facing programmes and events, ensuring that the needs and expectations of visitors are fully considered and delivered

Resource Management

– Planning Visitor Assistant rotas in-line with relevant NGS activity.
– Liaising with key internal departments on all aspects of planning visitor-facing activity, ensuring that staffing levels, event plans and budget controls are fully agreed.
– Ensuring all payroll, recharge, annual leave and associated processes are completed accurately and on time.
– Managing staffing levels and contracts and the recruitment of Visitor Assistants.

Experience Management

– Ensuring visitor feedback is actively collated, responded to, addressed at relevant forums and that actions are agreed, prioritised and followed through.
– Delivering engagement and training initiatives across the team to improve the quality of the visit.
– Seeking to improve the visitor journey through the continual evaluation and review of processes and interaction with colleagues.
– Working with the Director of Operations to set income targets for Friends recruitment and visitor donations at our galleries

Operations

– Acting as Duty Manager when required.

Who we are looking for

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

– While an interest in art would be great it’s not essential. However, you must have previous experience of successfully managing teams within a Visitor Attraction, Retail and/or customer service organisation.

– With experience of managing performance, you’ll be interested in people and possess outstanding people leadership and management skills

– A creative and pragmatic approach to problem solving, you will work well in a busy environment with strong organisational skills

– Ability to prioritise, co-ordinate and delegate tasks to meet your own and the team’s workload and deadlines.

– Excellent communicator with outstanding interpersonal and written skills with the ability to stay calm under pressure.

– Experience of working with ticketing and/or point of sale systems and to have helped drive successful income generating initiatives.

– High degree of IT skills, proficient in MS Office.

For more information and to apply, please visit our careers portal.

Closing date for completed applications is 12 noon on Tuesday, 15 October 2024.

Are you ready to elevate your health and safety career to a new level?
Join Glasgow Life as a Health and Safety Advisor on a full-time, permanent contract. In this role, you will become part of our dedicated Health and Safety team, supporting a diverse range of colleagues across Arts, Music and Culture, Museums, Communities, Sport and Libraries.
Glasgow Life offers an exciting, varied environment where no two days are the same. One day you could be at our headquarters, and the next, visiting one of our 140+ venues across Glasgow—including major sports facilities, world class museums and historic venues.

About the Role
As a Health and Safety Advisor, you will play a key role in developing, promoting, and implementing the health and safety management framework across the organisation. This is a dynamic and fast-paced position that requires knowledge, creativity, and strong attention to detail.

What you’ll do:
• Health and Safety Management Framework: Collaborating to ensure compliance with health and safety standards, developing and auditing policies, and analysing organisational trends to drive continuous improvement.
• Risk Assessment and Management: Assisting with risk assessments and ensuring safety standards are met across projects and venues.
• Project Coordination: Working with project teams to advise on health and safety requirements.
• Training and Education: Fostering a culture of safety, promoting awareness, and staying up to date with legislative changes.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Liaising with enforcement agencies, statutory bodies, and trade union safety representatives to ensure a collaborative approach to health and safety.

About You
This role is ideal for an individual who:
• Is organised, with strong planning and task management skills.
• Communicates clearly and engages stakeholders at all levels.
• Thrives in a fast-paced and flexible environment.
• Possesses strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Has a passion for sport, culture, music, and the arts.
• Is eager to learn from and contribute to an expert team.

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience Required:
• Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., NEBOSH Certificate) and we will provide you with the opportunity to further develop your expertise.
• Working knowledge of health and safety legislation and industry best practices.
• Previous experience in delivering health and safety within a working environment.

Benefits of Joining Glasgow Life
• 30 days holiday allowance plus 6.5 public holidays (increasing to 35 days after 5 years of service) and options to purchase more.
• Local Government Pension Scheme membership.
• Discounts on Glasgow Club memberships, museum shops, and online stores.
• Cycle-to-work scheme and more.
We also offer hybrid working options, subject to agreement with your line manager, providing the flexibility to work from home and the office.

Important Dates
• Application Closing Date: 13 October 2024
• Interviews: Provisionally scheduled in Glasgow for w/c 21 October 2024

About Glasgow Life
Glasgow Life is the charity which inspires people to lead richer, more active lives through culture and sport. Simply put, we believe that everyone deserves a great Glasgow life. We do this by delivering innovative cultural and sporting programmes and events which improve the mental, physical, and economic well-being of Glasgow. Glasgow Life also creates unforgettable experiences for tourists, strengthening the city’s visitor economy. We help put on world-class events, conferences and festivals which enhance Glasgow’s international reputation. Glasgow is the first city to be named European Capital of Sport twice sport and was also the first place in the UK to be named a UNESCO city of music.

Please note that Glasgow Life, as an ALEO to Glasgow City Council, is currently completing a Job Evaluation exercise and introducing a new pay and grading structure which may impact on current salaries quoted in job adverts, see https://www.glasgow.gov.uk/jobevaluation for more information.

Diversity matters at Glasgow Life
We’re determined to reflect the extraordinary diversity of Glasgow in our workforce. Glasgow Life is on a journey to develop a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. Where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We’re a Disability Confident and Carer Positive employer and invite candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Read more about our commitment to equality and diversity on our website. https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/the-small-print/an-inclusive-employer
To apply for this vacancy online please visit www.myjobscotland.gov.uk

We are excited to offer an exceptional opportunity for a Senior Health and Safety Advisor to become an integral part of our dedicated team at Glasgow Life. In this role, you will be responsible for leading, developing, promoting, and implementing our health and safety management framework, ensuring a safe and thriving environment for our diverse operations.

At Glasgow Life, no two days are the same. With over 140 venues across the city, from historical landmarks like Provands Lordship (established in 1471) to cutting-edge sporting and cultural facilities, you will have the opportunity to engage with a wide variety of sites, teams, and projects.
Our estate supports 13.1 million visits annually and is backed by 2,000 talented employees. The Health and Safety team plays a vital role in supporting all aspects of our work, and we’re looking for someone who can add real value to our mission.

Responsibilities include:
As Senior Health and Safety Advisor, you will:
• Lead and manage the implementation of the health and safety management framework across a diverse portfolio, working closely with our teams in Arts, Music, Culture, Museums, Communities, Sport, and Libraries.
• Develop and implement health and safety policies, ensuring compliance with new and existing legislation while fostering continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify, advise, and mitigate health and safety risks.
Who We’re Looking For:
This role is ideal for a proactive, organised, and detail-oriented individual who thrives in a dynamic environment. We are seeking someone who:
• Has a strong interest in culture, sport, music, and the arts, and enjoys contributing to these vibrant sectors.
• Can communicate effectively and engage teams across all levels of the organisation, promoting health and safety best practices.
• Is adept at balancing competing priorities, staying focused, calm, and flexible under pressure.
• Can work independently, take initiative, and confidently manage complex health and safety challenges.
Key Skills, Knowledge and Qualifications:
• Relevant degree or professional qualification (e.g., NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent).
• In-depth knowledge of health and safety legislation and industry best practices.
• Subject matter expert on health and safety legislation and regulation.

What You’ll Gain:
• The chance to work across a varied and exciting estate, contributing to the safety of world-class cultural, sporting, and community venues.
• A key role in shaping the future of health and safety across a prominent and innovative organisation.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth.
• 30 days holiday allowance plus 6.5 public holidays. After 5 years completed service, the entitlement will increase to 35 days from the next annual leave year.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme .
• Discounted Glasgow Club membership and money off in our museum shops and online store.
• Option to buy extra annual leave.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
This is more than a job; it’s a chance to make a real impact on Glasgow’s dynamic public venues and services. If you’re passionate about safety, leadership, and making a difference in a multifaceted environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Important Dates
Closing date 13 October 2024 and interviews are provisionally scheduled in Glasgow for w/c 21 October 2024.

About Glasgow Life
Glasgow Life is the charity which inspires people to lead richer, more active lives through culture and sport. Simply put, we believe that everyone deserves a great Glasgow life. We do this by delivering innovative cultural and sporting programmes and events which improve the mental, physical, and economic well-being of Glasgow. Glasgow Life also creates unforgettable experiences for tourists, strengthening the city’s visitor economy. We help put on world-class events, conferences and festivals which enhance Glasgow’s international reputation. Glasgow is the first city to be named European Capital of Sport twice sport and was also the first place in the UK to be named a UNESCO city of music.

Please note that Glasgow Life, as an ALEO to Glasgow City Council, is currently completing a Job Evaluation exercise and introducing a new pay and grading structure which may impact on current salaries quoted in job adverts, see https://www.glasgow.gov.uk/jobevaluation for more information.

Diversity matters at Glasgow Life
We’re determined to reflect the extraordinary diversity of Glasgow in our workforce. Glasgow Life is on a journey to develop a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. Where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We’re a Disability Confident and Carer Positive employer and invite candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Read more about our commitment to equality and diversity on our website. https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/the-small-print/an-inclusive-employer

To apply for this vacancy online please visit www.myjobscotland.gov.uk