Head Ranger, Ben Lomond

Eden Scott is delighted to be working with the National Trust for Scotland, a charity established in 1931, to provide access and enjoyment to the properties, places and collections in its care. They also exist to protect what they look after for future generations to enjoy; and increasingly they are keen to act as a strong conservation voice for heritage and climate change response across Scotland.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the team at the Trust as Property Manager for Ben Lomond, an exciting role offering the opportunity to shape the future of one of Scotland’s most treasured landscapes.

You will be responsible for the delivery of the Ben Lomond vision and management plan. Acting as the first point of contact and main local representative, you will embody the values of the National Trust for Scotland in this area. As a strong communicator and team leader, you will inspire trust and confidence in the organisation and its objectives. You will manage and motivate staff and volunteers, drive activities that keep the National Trust for Scotland at the forefront of upland conservation management and visitor engagement.

A key part of your success will come from building strong relationships with local stakeholders and being a voice for the Trust in conservation and management of this popular landmark.

In addition to estate management, you will also oversee the commercial operations of the Ardess bunkhouse and wider team working across the site.

This is an exciting opportunity where you will be accountable for:

• Management of footpaths and hillside of c.50k visitors annually.
• Accountable for conservation, sustainability, visitors and an income generation of c. £55k per annum, with the intention to realise growth year-on-year.
• Responsible for management of 2,190ha of land.
• Responsible for conservation and compliance of land in relation to SSSI and National Park obligations etc.

We are seeking an experienced ranger with conservation skills. You will also have staff management skills and a driving licence, valid for driving within the UK.

This role offers an excellent competitive salary within the range of £38,967 -£41,552 with significant company benefits.

Eden Scott is dealing exclusively with the Trust on this vacancy so to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please submit their CV online and for an informal chat or to receive the full role information pack please call Sally on 07776 662506.