Seasonal Countryside Wardens x2

Fife Coast and Countryside Trust (FCCT) are seeking 2 Seasonal Countryside Wardens to join our dynamic and effective Conservation & Engagement team who will be an integral part in driving our work forward.

Location: Post 1: Silver Sands Beach, Aberdour, KY3 0RQ / Post 2: The Toft, Elie and Earlsferry, KY9 1DT
Salary: £24,890.91 to £27,087.17
Hours: Full-time, 36 hours per week (working Thursday to Monday)
Contract Type: Temporary till no later than 31st October 2026
Closing Date: Sunday 22nd February; 23:59 with interviews expected to take place week commencing 2nd and/or 9th March. We are looking for candidates to start ASAP and would be able to commit to the role until the end of October.

About the role

The postholder will report to the Access and Recreation Officers. They will help oversee the day-to-day management and responsible access at certain FCCT sites in accordance with the Scottish Outdoor Access Code and deliver the obligations identified in the Service Level Agreement (SLA) with key stakeholders.

About you

• Educated to SCQF level 6, which includes an HNC or equivalent in a relevant subject (e.g., Countryside Management). Time-served experience in a relevant position will also be considered (desirable).
• Working knowledge and understanding of the Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2003 and how it affects access rights.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation.
• Good track record of collaborative working, developing, and maintaining effective relationships.
• Good standard of communication skills.
• Responsible character, confident and capable of working independently.
• Confident talking to and conveying FCCT messages to a wide range of people.
• A suitable standard of fitness (able to walk 15 miles and use hand tools like saws and spades) and able to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Confident and approachable demeanour.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to negotiate and be diplomatic, but also assertive.
• Proactive and hard-working attitude.
• A bias towards action.
• A demonstrable personal interest in the countryside and the outdoors.
• Excellent team player
• Diplomatic, flexible, and empathetic to other views whilst able to get own opinions across.

Benefits

As a Seasonal Countryside Warden, you will enjoy a range of benefits at FCCT, including:

• Annual leave pro‑rata entitlement of 25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays
• Defined benefit Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• A values-driven organisation with commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
• Employee benefits and discounts including the Cycle to Work Scheme, tech purchase schemes and a range of retail, leisure and lifestyle discounts
• Flexible working options
• Supportive work environment with access to wellbeing resources
• If required for your role, all essential PPE, outdoor clothing and tools will be supplied
• On‑the‑job training with opportunities to develop practical skills
• A rewarding role, contributing directly to the conservation and enhancement of Fife’s coast and countryside, including site maintenance and community engagement to ensure safe, clean and welcoming outdoor spaces

About FCCT

Fife Coast & Countryside Trust are an organisation driven by a passion for Fife and are committed to developing and delivering high quality, impact led projects for the benefit of people and nature. We believe that our people are our greatest asset and look to employ individuals who bring a positive, energetic, constructive, and committed attitude to the workplace.

Closing date: Sunday 22nd February; 23:59hrs. Interviews expected to take place week commencing 2nd and/or 9th March.