At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage land conservation projects across Scotland's wild places.
- Company: Join the John Muir Trust, a progressive conservation organisation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous holidays, pension contributions, and hybrid working.
- Other info: Diverse applicants encouraged to support our mission for wild places.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on Scotland's iconic landscapes and promote biodiversity.
- Qualifications: Experience in land management and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 36000 - 44000 £ per year.
Are you a talented individual looking to develop your career in a progressive conservation organisation? The reason the John Muir Trust exists - to conserve, protect and repair wild places for the benefit of everyone - has never been more important. We are looking for someone who cares passionately about Wild Places with career experience in managing large areas of land for conservation. Our ideal candidate will be highly motivated and bring both practical and management experience to fulfil this key role.
The Head of Land Management is responsible for the leadership and practical delivery of the charity's land management programme, ensuring that all land is managed effectively through staff and contractors to achieve the charity's objectives for the Wild Places in our care. Our new Head of Land Management will lead the Trust’s land management staff and contractors responsible for 24,000Ha to deliver exemplary management for Wild Places.
Main responsibilities:
- Leadership and Management: Lead, motivate and develop the Land Management team of currently 3 direct reports, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement and high performance. Provide clear direction, coaching and performance management to staff. Manage external contractors as appropriate for delivery of objectives, across a variety of specialist topics. Lead delivery of our duties as a crofting landlord. Ensure appropriate workforce planning, succession planning and professional development. Responsible for ensuring compliance with health, safety and wellbeing throughout all land management activities.
- Practical Delivery: Lead the planning and delivery of practical land management programmes across the charity's estate. Ensure projects relating to all land management activities are delivered within the agreed annual budget, following the scheme of delegation, safely, on time, and to agreed quality standards. Balance conservation objectives with operational, financial and legal requirements. Oversee contractors, consultants and specialist advisers to ensure effective delivery and value for money. Drive innovation, continuous improvement in land management practices and develop best practice guidance for the management of Wild Place qualities.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Type of contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time
Salary: Band D - competitive salary based on experience
Pension: 5% employer contribution to a group auto-enrolment pension scheme
Reporting to: Director of Wild Places
Location: Hybrid. From home (Inverness/North Scotland preferred) and Trust sites and offices
Holidays: 34 days per year plus 2 ‘wild days’ or 2 sustainable travel days
John Muir Trust standard terms and conditions of employment apply.
Head of Land Management in Pitlochry employer: John Muir Trust
The John Muir Trust is an exceptional employer for those passionate about conservation and wild places, offering a unique opportunity to lead land management initiatives across Scotland's stunning landscapes. With a commitment to inclusivity and professional development, employees benefit from a supportive work culture that values collaboration and innovation, alongside competitive salaries and generous holiday allowances. This role not only allows for meaningful contributions to environmental preservation but also fosters personal growth within a dedicated team focused on making a lasting impact.
