Full Time

Finance & Administration Manager

Work somewhere where a job is not just a ‘job’, where you can be part of a team with a passion for sharing Scotland’s heritage and making a real difference to local lives. Abbotsford, the home of Sir Walter Scott, is one of Scotland’s most important heritage sites and easily accessible from Edinburgh by road and rail. Now cared for by an independent charity, we are seeking a highly effective finance manager to work with us.

In this interesting and varied role you will be essential to the success of our charity. The Finance & Admin Manager plays a lead role in ensuring all financial and accounting procedures are robust and comply with best charity and fundraising practice. They are the lead within the Trust on the management and implementation of finance IT systems, financial procedures and administration, and support auditors with the production of annual accounts. As a small team run by staff and volunteers, you should be personable and flexible in your approach to others, and be prepared to be bitten by our passion for Scott and Abbotsford.

Full time, salary of £40,000 – £45,000 per annum dependant on experience.

Application Process

For more details of the role, please download the Job Description.

To apply, download and complete the Application Form from the website link. Candidates are asked to send the completed document, and if they wish an additional CV, to vacancies@scottsabbotsford.co.uk.

Enquiries: giles.ingram@scottsabbotsford.co.uk 01896 752043

Interviews are scheduled for Tue, May 28th.

Stonemason

Thank you for your interest in the post of Stonemason with Historic Environment Scotland. This post is based at our Perth Depot and is a permanent and pensionable appointment.

You will be part of one of nine Monument Conservation Units based throughout Central & West Scotland, tasked with the conservation, maintenance and presentation works at monuments within their areas including Stirling Castle, Doune Castle, St Andrews Cathedral, Dunkeld Cathedral, Arbroath Abbey and Iona Abbey

The Monument Conservation Units (MCU) are based throughout Central Scotland and consist of stonemasons, joiners, painters, gardeners, labourers and apprentices of varying trades. The teams are headed by Works Managers who have direct line management responsibilities for the whole team. As a Stonemason in our Perth Depot, you will have responsibility for the on-going conservation and maintenance and preservation of masonry at Historic Environment Scotland monuments within your area which include Dunkeld Cathedral, Stanley Mills, Elcho Castle and Huntingtower Castle. You will help train and instruct apprentices in all aspects of the trade and provide information and instruction to support staff as required. You may also be asked to be involved in showing masonry skills at open days.

You will be expected to work at any location as directed by the Works Manager within the depot area – official transport is provided to and from the various sites within the Depot areas. Individuals are however expected to make their own way to the MCU Depot.

You will also be asked to travel using HES transport to other remote sites out with your depot area which may include overnight stays.

Working Hours

The normal weekly hours of work will vary according to the working season in the working year. The working year will cover the calendar year 1 April to 31 March.

Currently the working year is divided into 2 working seasons – namely a longer working hours season (summer) and a shorter working hour season (winter). The length of each working season will be fixed by local management after discussion with the MCU and not later than 1 April of that working year.

The normal working week for the long season will cover a 5-day working week, Monday to Friday inclusive. The normal working week in the short season will also be agreed between MCU and local management and will normally include a 4-day week, normally Monday to Thursday but not exclusively so.

You will carry out conservation and routine maintenance works to HES monuments in the various depot areas. This involves all forms of traditional masonry including:

• Stone cutting/hewing of various architectural mouldings/stones for the Depot sites and monuments in other depot areas as required.
• Traditional building/repairs/indenting of stonework.
• Raking out and pointing defective joints and beds.
• Promote traditional methods of conservation and masonry techniques to carry out challenging and diverse conservation projects/works.
• Operate hand tools in addition to powered machinery such as disc saws, mortar mixers, compressors hoists etc to facilitate the work when trained to do so.
• The winter season may consist of work out with the normal duties associated with stonemasonry consisting of lime washing, grounds works and cobbles/slabs repair as well as general presentation works.
• Provide training and mentoring for apprentice stonemasons in traditional conservation skills when required.
• Comply with and promote HES Health and Safety Policy

Driver/Labourer

Thank you for your interest in the post of Driver/Labourer with Historic Environment
Scotland, based at Glenluce 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 South West and the surrounding areas.
We are the lead body for Scotland’s historic environment; a charity dedicated to the
advancement of heritage, culture, education and environmental protection. We’re at the forefront of researching and understanding the historic environment, and addressing the impact of climate change on its future. We investigate and record
architectural and archaeological sites and landscapes across Scotland and care for more than 300 properties of national importance. We have a People Strategy, which is an overarching strategy to ensure we support and develop staff within the organisation.

Retail & Admissions Manager

Job Title: Retail & Admissions Manager

Location: Abbotsford, Melrose

Reporting to: Commercial Manager

Staff reporting: Visitor Services Supervisor, Visitor Services Assistants, Visitor Services Volunteers

Status: Permanent, 28hrs to 35hrs per week including weekends

Salary: Grade 5, £29,391 to £31,799 per annum (full time)

Executive Assistant

The Glenturret Distillery, Scotland’s Oldest Working Distillery, owned in partnership with Lalique, one of the world’s truly great luxury brands and based in an incredibly beautiful location.
This is a unique luxury Scottish brand, with the hospitality business comprising of the Two MICHELIN Star Lalique Restaurant, a busy tourist attraction and Aberturret Estate House. We are a forward-thinking, fast-growing business with ambitious expansion and global business growth plans.

We are currently seeking a highly experienced, supremely organised and self-motivated Executive Assistant to adeptly support the Executive leadership team.

The Executive Assistant is a professional, responsible for supporting the Managing Director and senior-level managers and their departments by performing various administrative tasks. This role will involve efficient coordination, organisation and communication across all departments of The Glenturret Distillery. Including but not limited to diary management, responding to emails, travel bookings, expense claims, minute taking, maintaining filing systems, managing office sundries and office equipment, collating and preparing reports and presentations and supporting with HR administration.

Working closely and confidently with our senior leaders across the business, you’ll be effective at working independently and acting on your initiative.

About You:

The successful candidate should have prior experience as an Executive Assistant/ Personal Assistant, or similar administrative role within a busy office environment with the proven ability to manage a varied workload to achieve priorities and meet deadlines, whilst maintaining high standards of work.

With a positive, resourceful, can-do attitude, you thrive in a fast-paced environment with the ability to work well under pressure and to deal with challenging situations and solving problems in a professional and courteous manner. You’re flexible, adaptable and able to handle multiple tasks and challenges at once; always proactive you love to take the initiative and don’t wait to be asked!

The position requires strong communication skills, attention to detail and flexibility as well as sound judgement and decision-making skills and a high level of integrity and discretion especially when handling confidential information.

A strong and effective communicator, confident and energetic, you adeptly network with all levels of the business and have the ability to foster a positive work environment. Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills as well as proficiency in MS Office with a high degree of computer literacy is essential.

What is on offer for you!
• Fantastic career and development prospects
• 37 days holiday per year (Pro rata)
• Double matched workplace pension
• Death in service assurance
• Generous on-site discounts within The Glenturret gift shop, The Lalique Boutique,
The Glenturret Café, and The Lalique Restaurant
• Free onsite parking
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discount on gym membership
• Access to the Glenturret Branded Portal offering external discounts in numerous
retailers, travel, entertainment, fashion, health and beauty, food, and drink
• Access to an employee assistance programme
• Use of the Association of Scottish Visitor Attraction membership cards (ASVA)

Tearoom Cook

OVERVIEW OF THE POST

As a Cook at Almond Valley Heritage Centre, you will play a vital role within our catering team, contributing to the creation of delicious and memorable food for our visitors. From preparing fresh ingredients to crafting mouth-watering dishes, you’ll showcase your skills and passion for food in every plate served. Working closely with the Catering Manager, you’ll help maintain the high standards of quality, consistency, and creativity that define our café’s menu offerings. With a focus on culinary excellence and customer satisfaction, you’ll ensure that every meal served reflects the unique charm and flavour of our visitor attraction.

INFORMATION ABOUT TEAM

You will form part of the Catering Team, lead by the Catering Manager. You will be responsible to the tearoom supervisor according to work location.

SCOPE OF DUTIES

Key Responsibilities, Duties and Objectives

• Oversee all aspects of food preparation and presentation in the kitchen
• Supervise kitchen staff to ensure high-quality dishes are produced
• Advise on creating and updating menus to meet customers’ preferences and
seasonal availability
• Maintain inventory levels and order supplies as needed
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations in the kitchen
• Train new kitchen staff members
• Collaborate with management to plan and execute special events or menus
Skills

• Proven experience in a culinary role
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent knowledge of culinary techniques and best practices
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional communication skills

ABOUT YOU

Qualifications:

Essential

• REHIS elementary food handling certificate

Desirable:

• Cook 1 Year
• Previous experience in commercial catering
• Experience of working unsupervised
• Experience in the use of combination ovens
• Good customer care skills
• A head for numbers
• The ability to work in a busy and sometimes hectic working environment
• Be a team player

Personal Qualities

• Maintain excellent time-keeping and attendance.
• Be professional at all times.
• Good interpersonal skills, able to work as part of a team, able to work
independently

Marketing Manager

Dalkeith Country Park is a truly special place. Just a few miles from Edinburgh, our beautiful 1,000-acre country estate is home to Fort Douglas adventure playground and Restoration Yard. With over 300 years of history, a 700 year-old oak wood and miles of waymarked trails, visitors can enjoy exploring the park before a delicious meal in our restaurant, The Kitchen, or browse around our wonderfully eclectic shop, The Store. You’ll even find a Wellbeing Lab offering yoga and fitness classes.

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate, creative and commercially focused Marketing Manager who will thrive in a fast-paced, varied role and relish the opportunity to raise Dalkeith Country Park’s profile as a destination visitor attraction. The successful candidate will work closely with the Head of Marketing to develop effective marketing campaigns and drive increased visitor numbers.

Sound interesting?

• Do you have at least three years experience in a manager level role and sound
knowledge of content marketing?
• Can you demonstrate an ability to develop ideas to successful implementation?
• Are you passionate about protecting brand identity?
• Will you enjoy working on a variety of projects with the ability to manage a
diverse workload?

If so, we’d love to hear from you, so please get in touch with us to get more details about the role, what skills and experience you need to be successful, and find out about the benefits of working for us.

We think this is a full-time role, but we’re open to applications from candidates who are interested in working 4 days/30 hours per week.

Interested? Please contact us at recruitment@buccleuch.com and we’ll send you a copy of our application pack.

The closing date for applications is 13 May.

Please view our privacy policy at http://www.dalkeithcountrypark.co.uk/privacy/

Media and Communications Officer

Glasgow Science Centre is a Scottish Charity and a unique 5-star visitor attraction with a vision for a Scotland where all people feel empowered through learning and engagement with science to make positive differences in their lives, communities and society.

Our mission is to inspire people of all ages to explore and understand the world around them, and to discover and enjoy science. We have been delivering interactive science experiences to schools, families, and community audiences for over 20 years, in-house, online and through outreach and we are dedicated to raising awareness of the importance of science to our nation’s wellbeing, economy, and society.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Glasgow Science Centre are recruiting for a Media and Communications Officer to deliver our media and public relations activity and take a proactive approach to increasing the profile of the organisation across consumer, stakeholder and education communications to support the organisation’s strategic plan.

This person would be line managed by the Marketing Communications Manager and work closely with leadership and senior management to produce engaging content for a variety of channels, lead the delivery of our stakeholder strategy and manage our corporate communications including stakeholder e-newsletter and social media (predominately LinkedIn) alongside proactive external partner and media relations activity.

We are looking for someone with a relevant degree level qualification and will have experience in a PR and media relations role within education, charity, STEM related or tourism/hospitality industry sectors and have a demonstrable track record of leading and delivering against goals set in public relations campaigns.

We are looking for someone with excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills whilst multi-tasking across several projects, and excellent writing, editing and proof-reading skills.

If this sounds like you, and you are passionate about GSC’s mission and values, then we would like to hear from you.

APPLICATION DETAILS

Please find full job description and details of how to apply on the Jobs and Volunteering section of the Glasgow Science Centre website.

We are equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

The closing date for applications is, Monday 13th May 2024 at Noon.

Science Communicator

Salary Range: £12.37 (hourly rate): Full time weekday contract; 37.5 hours; flexible working considered

Dundee Science Centre is currently looking for an outgoing, dynamic, confident, exceptional communicator to join our team to fulfil the key role of Science Communicator in a full-time capacity.

You will be part of a team responsible for the smooth operation of Dundee Science Centre’s programmes and services on a daily basis, supporting the Visitor Experience Leader (VEL). You will support the wider team in science communication and ensure the quality of delivery by team members meets audience expectations and standards. Primary objectives will be championing enhanced visitor engagement, ensuring that audiences have an enjoyable, safe, and inspiring experience.

You will be an ambassador for and the public face of Dundee Science Centre. You will be an excellent communicator and an effective team player with the ability to multi-task. Your main function will be to interact with all visitors in a friendly, outgoing manner ensuring an exceptional experience.

You will be responsible for delivering high quality science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) programmes across all audiences (including schools and community groups), either in-centre or via outreach, all in line with Dundee Science Centre’s key aims and objectives, alongside local and national government initiatives, and priorities.

You will be an advocate for Inclusion & Diversity, contributing to the development of DSC’s widening access strategies creating a culture of inclusion for our team and audiences.

The successful candidate will have a positive, resourceful, and confident nature with the ability to work independently and play a key role across the organisation. You will have an excellent knowledge and understanding of visitor engagement and an enthusiasm to talk to people. A full clean UK driving license is required.
In-depth STEM knowledge is a desirable trait in this role, however having a confident and charismatic nature would be more advantageous. An understanding of science can be enhanced with on-the-job training; but an ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences is essential.

You will work flexibly within the Dundee Science Centre team; hours of work to be discussed, flexible working will be considered, and weekend and evening work will be required.

To apply for the post, please submit your CV and a covering letter, clearly indicating your suitability for the role. Applications should be sent FAO Caitlin to:

Email: recruitment@dundeesciencecentre.org.uk

Applications to be submitted by 5pm on Thursday 9th May 2024. Short listed candidates will be invited to interview on 21st May 2024; no alternative dates are available so if you are not able to attend, please do not apply.

Marine Mechanic

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 Marine Technician to join our Destinations team in Falkirk. You will report to the FHB Marine Mechanic/Operations Manager. Ensuring continuity of customer service is maintained to highest degree. Fundamental to this role is the ability to diagnose and resolve diesel engine, electrical and plumbing problems within the Holiday Boat hire fleet.

The role is offered on a permanent post based in Falkirk at The Falkirk Wheel. You will work on a rota which will include weekends and bank holidays as well as providing additional standby and call out cover. With a starting salary of £30,069 (Band C) with a variable hours allowance of 11.25% and outdoor working allowance £850 per anum.

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:

Work closely alongside the FHB Marine Mechanic/Operations Manager, supporting them and motivating a team of Bankside Operations Staff. Leading toolbox talks, ensure effective communication of relevant business issues, adhere to set budgets and associated processes.
Responsible for maintaining the high standards established for fleet maintenance and inspection, following handover procedures, and keeping the general safety, cleanliness, security, and customer care standards at Bankside in good order.
The role requires to be available for “call outs” to attend the hire fleet in the event of a breakdown.
Support FHB Marine Mechanic/Operations Manager with delivery of the winter works programme for the fleet.
Minimising disruption to customers by adhering to relevant stoppage programmes and procedures.
Lead by example, encourage the team to take responsibility for the health and safety of colleagues, volunteers, themselves, and customers.
Support with delivering on franchise agreements.
Assist organising winter maintenance program of works and boat safety inspections.

Qualifications and knowledge required:

Full UK driving licence.
Qualified engineer/technician. HNC/HND/City & Guilds or equivalent qualification in Mechanical, electrical, or marine engineering.
Diesel engine knowledge.
Diagnose faults and repair, working unsupervised, carry out repair efficiently & effectively.
Follow procedures and maintain systems.
Painting experience.
12volt & 240volt system experience.
Plumbing Knowledge and fault-finding skills, preferred.
Hydraulic system knowledge, preferred.
Steering & propulsion systems, preferred.

Skills and experience required:

Self-motivated, work on own initiative
Team player, good communication skills
Excellent customer care skills.

Qualities & abilities required:

Flexible working / weekend working. On call cover. Holiday cover
Work in a clean, tidy, and organised manner.

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

Visitor Services Manager

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

§ Staff and volunteers – (recruitment, induction, development, motivation, performance management) such that they are fully equipped and motivated to undertake their duties to the required Trust standards and that staffing budgets are adhered to.

§ Instil a Health & Safety culture across the property, working to ensure appropriate risk assessments are developed and adhered to, ensuring the team work to reduce risk of incidents and accidents to volunteers, employees and visitors.

§ Budgets – (setting, phasing, monitoring, reporting, pro-active and re-active adjustments together with the Operations Manager) to ensure that the finances are sustainable within the context of the wider property budgets.

§ Create a culture of ‘exceptional service, every time’. Delivering high standards of delivery and a consistently warm welcome within the visitor centre.

§ Driving the visitor services experience to achieve its financial targets, maximising income and profitability, using the Trust’s procedures and instructions. You will strive to be efficient and ensure cost effectiveness in all the work you do.

§ You will ensure high standards of presentation across the property, you may have delegated tasks within other departments and you will understand and help deliver your overall property business plan.

§ Taking responsibility for opening and closing and security of buildings as well as emergency procedure implementation, duty management and providing relief cover as required.

Collections Care Assistant

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Conduct Integrated Pest Management checks; monitor & maintain the Environmental Monitoring & Control Systems; create, manage & develop Housekeeping Plan, conduct collections handling training and install and improve collections protection; proactively action reported recommendations for treatments and improvements.

Work closely with the Regional Conservator to improve and develop the collections care and preventive conservation practices & processes, assist in remedial conservation planning and conduct conservation cleaning as required; improve storage & access to collections and archives.

Assist the Regional Conservator in property wide projects, supervise contractors / film crews on site, ensure the collections and interiors remain protected & cared for during building, filming and other events that impact on the collections, as required.

Assist with the recruitment, training, and coordination of the Volunteers (Collections Care) to plan, deliver, maintain, and conduct the conservation cleaning and care of the collections, the historic interiors and other collections spaces to a high standard.

Use of Trust systems to monitor the condition, security and location of the collections and interiors to ensuring any damage, deterioration or threats to the collections are promptly reported and mitigated; assist with object loans, acquisitions, and disposals: administration of collection enquires.

Work closely with the relevant property staff to achieve the collections objectives ensuring clear channels of communications are maintained at all times.

Work closely with the Regional Curator to assist with the research, exhibition, presentation, and interpretation of collections and interiors.

Work closely with the Collections Management team, to ensure that the Trust’s object movement and location procedures are maintained, updated, and adhered to so that location inventory information remains accurate.

Purchase, manage and improve conservation / collections care supplies in agreement with budget holders and in consultation with relevant property staff and the Regional Conservator.

Assist the property staff to deliver training associated with the property Collections Incident Response Plans and to ensure these plans are kept up to date.

Develop knowledge and understanding of the collections and be a passionate advocate for widening access and engaging visitors.

Support the wider property duty management team with the day to day running of the property, including occasional duty management shifts.

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