Responsible Tourism Trainee

Thank you for your interest in the post of Responsible Tourism Trainee with Historic Environment Scotland (HES). This is a 12 month fixed term and pensionable appointment. This role is due to commence from October 2024.
This post will be part of a wider programme of Conservation Traineeships. Trainees will have the opportunity to gain experience in their chosen field of conservation, increase knowledge of the wider conservation sector, expand their professional network and have access to a wide range of learning resources and opportunities from the Engine Shed, Scotland’s dedicated Conservation Resource Centre.
You will work with the Climate Change Policy team, supporting the delivery of the HES Climate Action Plan 2020-2025 and Responsible Tourism Framework, gaining skills in developing climate action projects and activities, sustainable in-person and virtual events planning and delivery, and implementing Responsible Tourism principles.
This presents an exciting opportunity for someone early in their career to get an insight into Responsible Tourism, climate change, heritage and conservation.
Benefits
We offer a number of excellent benefits, such as special leave, reimbursement for relevant professional subscriptions, study leave for work related courses, an occupational sick pay scheme, access to a free Headspace subscription and access to a civil service pension scheme with minimum employer contributions of 26.6% (pro rata’d).
Interested?
You can download the full job description below and apply online for this interesting and exciting opportunity.