Fife Coast and Countryside Trust (FCCT) are an independent charitable trust who work to promote, manage, and maintain Fife’s exceptional outdoor spaces. We are an organisation who believe our people are our greatest asset. We look to fill our job vacancies with individuals who align with FCCT’s core values. We are looking to employ people who bring a positive, energetic, constructive and committed attitude to the workplace.
It takes a great team to manage the diverse range of sites we are responsible for. These include the Fife Coastal Path, Fife Pilgrim Way, award-winning beaches, local nature reserves, miles of footpath, the Lomond Hills Regional Park and many other sites. Any job vacancies with Fife Coast and Countryside Trust will be advertised in this section of our website.
We believe that our work makes a real difference to Fife’s environment. Each year many thousands of people enjoy Fife’s fantastic open spaces, bringing significant economic, social and environmental benefits to the Kingdom.
FCCT is driven by a passion for Fife’s natural heritage and a commitment to promoting understanding and care for the natural environment through outdoor learning. Whether it’s fixing things, looking after the environment, engaging with visitors, teaching, clearing litter or keeping it all running smoothly from the office, we need the very best people.
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Senior Access Officer
Fife Coast and Countryside Trust (FCCT) are seeking a Senior Access Officer to join our dynamic and effective Conservation and Engagement team.
Location: The Pitcairn Centre, Moidart Drive, Glenrothes, KY7 6ET
Salary: £32,437.03 to £40,358.57
Hours: Full-time, 36 hours per week
Contract Type: Mon-Fri (occasional evening and weekend work)
Benefits: Annual leave entitlement of 25 days plus 8 days public holidays; LGPS Pension Scheme; Cycle to Work and Discounts Scheme; Training and Professional Development.
Closing Date: Sunday 29th June 2025
About the role:
Reporting to the Head of Conservation and Engagement, the Senior Access Officer (SAO) will lead on local authority statutory access functions across Fife. They will work with colleagues to ensure that FCCT’s statutory duties, in relation to the Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2003 and service level agreement commitments, are met in relation to outdoor access on all FCCT sites. Key responsibilities include providing advice and support to stakeholders (eg landowners and managers), advising local authority departments, and driving partnership working with communities, stakeholders and businesses.
About you:
We are looking for a driven and proactive individual who has excellent collaboration, negotiation and communication skills, and knowledge/experience of outdoor access legislation. You will bring with you the following skills and experience:
• Educated to SCQF level 8, which includes an HND or Advanced Highers or equivalent in a relevant subject eg Law
• Working knowledge/experience and understanding of the legislation regarding outdoor access, especially the Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2003, Scottish Outdoor Access Code and how these affect access rights
• Able to work to a higher intent, work independently to achieve objectives, and be fully accountable for actions
• High standard of communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to negotiate, persuade and be diplomatic, but also assertive
• Experience of working closely with local authorities
• Good track record of collaborative working, developing and maintaining effective relationships.
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.
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Closing Date: Sunday 29th June, 23:59 hours
To apply, please send the completed applications to fcct.recruitment@fifecountryside.co.uk. Please note, CV applications will not be accepted.