Paisley Housing Association is launching an exciting pilot project within our Estates Team, and we’re looking for enthusiastic individuals to join us.

We have two unique opportunities to be part of a team that’s shaping the future of our organisation and helping us as part of our plans to grow our Estates Team.

As an Estates Team Operative, you’ll play a vital role in preparing our void properties for letting and keeping our estates safe, welcoming, and well maintained. You’ll be hands on, working alongside a supportive team, and your contribution will directly impact the success of this pilot and the future expansion of our Estates Service.

What you’ll bring:

• Energy, motivation, and a practical approach to problem solving
• A commitment to high standards and pride in your work
• Team spirit and flexibility to support a developing service

What we offer:

• The chance to be part of a new pilot project with real potential to grow into a permanent role
• A supportive environment where your work makes a visible difference
• Training
• Opportunities to develop your skills as our Estates Team expands
• A generous benefits package which includes 25 days annual leave & 15 public holidays
• A Pension Scheme
• Employers in Voluntary Housing (EVH) Conditions of Service apply to this post

Greyfriars Kirk’s (GK) roots go back to 1620, and the site was a place of worship well before then. Today GK is a member of The Church of Scotland, and it has a small and committed congregation. The roll is about 250 and about 100 attend the main service on Sunday.

The key responsibility is to provide operational support to the Ministry Team to facilitate all practical aspects of services of worship in a respectful and dignified way.

You will be required to manage the Kirk’s core Sunday Services – 9:30am to 10:30am and a Gaelic Service from 11:30am to 12:30pm. You will also be required if available to assist with funerals, weddings and other services (including rehearsals) in the kirk and will be paid in addition to the Beadle salary.

Full details are available in the job description below.

The Woodland Trust is looking for a Site Manager, to manage the Woodland Trust’s sites in North Scotland, to high professional standards, in accordance with our conservation principles, management approach, policies and contracts, contributing to the Trust’s strategic goals.

The Role

• This is a key role in the Scotland team to represent the Woodland Trust locally, managing a diverse portfolio of sites across the Highlands centred around Glenurquhart and Southeast Sutherland, in line with the Trust’s standards and ensuring the safety of our visitors, contractors and volunteers.
• Lead creative woodland management, ancient woodland restoration and people engagement projects, engaging stakeholders and being a strong advocate for our work and values.
• Carry out Woodland Condition/PAWS Assessments and monitoring to inform, write and implement long term management plans for the woods in the area of responsibility.
• The Site Manager will be responsible for building collaborative and impactful relationships with internal teams and external organisations, contractors, neighbours and interested parties, alongside managing groups of dedicated and passionate volunteers.
• A company car will be provided for this role.

The Candidate

• You’ll need experience working in the land management sector, preferable in forestry or woodland conservation.
• You will have experience with engaging a wide range of stakeholders including landowners, statutory and public bodies and local communities.
• Contract and budget management experience, including tendering and appointing.
• Working knowledge of tree pests and diseases and the impacts to woodlands.
• You must have a proactive ‘can-do’ attitude, excellent communication skills, be commercially aware and able to build effective partnerships internally and externally.
• The role covers North Scotland and will require the successful candidate to travel across the region and occasionally within the UK and overnight stays. A full driving licence is required.

Benefits & Wellbeing: Joining our team means you'll be a big part of tackling environmental and climate issues. We take good care of our staff, offering support and training opportunities. We also offer:

• Enhanced Employer Pension
• Life Assurance
• Flexible & Hybrid Working Options
• Generous Annual Leave
• Enhanced Parental Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme

About Us: The Woodland Trust is the UK's leading woodland conservation charity and is dedicated to creating a world where trees and woods thrive for both people and nature. Our mission involves engaging and inspiring individuals to contribute toward tackling the nature and climate crisis through the protection, restoration, and creation of essential woodland habitats.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:To achieve our vision of a world where woods and trees thrive for people and nature, we need to better reflect society and the communities we work in. All people, no matter their background, identity, ability, or circumstance, should benefit from trees.

People of colour and disabled people are currently under-represented across the environment and conservation sector.

If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we particularly encourage you to apply.

Please contact us to discuss any additional support or adjustments you may need to complete your application.

Key Duties:

• Develop St Joseph’s Homes property portfolio in accordance with out objectives, vision and mission.

• Set our strategic direction incorporating our Vincentian Values.

• Aid our ambitious sourcing, purchasing, adapting and maintaining properties using specialised knowledge.

• Attend the quarterly Board Meeting in Midlothian.

Key Skills:

Good communication and teamwork skills are essential. We are particularly interested in applicants with experience in the following sectors:

• Social Care

• Law

• Finance

• Property Management

This is a voluntary position however travel expenses will be reimbursed.