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Head of Estates and Sustainability - 6 Month Interim (£65-72k)The RoleThe Head of Estates and Sustainability plays a critical role in ensuring that RBGE's estate and infrastructure support its position as a world-leading botanical institution and visitor attraction.Reporting directly to the Executive Team, and with responsibility for the Estates and Sustainability Department, the post provides strategic and operational leadership across estates and facilities. The role ensures that all RBGE sites are secure, resilient, compliant, and fully aligned with RBGE's environmental mission and sustainability objectives.This is a senior leadership position, requiring strong strategic capability alongside hands-on oversight of complex estates, capital programmes, and sustainability initiatives.Sustainability • Support the implementation of RBGE's Sustainability Strategy and Carbon Management Plan, embedding sustainable practice across the estate., • Champion the integration of Nature-Based Solutions to climate change across all RBGE sites., • Provide strategic leadership for the Estates function, ensuring high-quality, forward-looking operational services., • Represent RBGE on estates-related matters across external networks and internal planning forums., • Oversee major and minor capital works, including collaboration with external project managers to deliver the Edinburgh Biomes Programme, encompassing glasshouse restoration and replacement, development of a sustainable energy centre, and construction of plant quarantine facilities., • Lead the development and implementation of the Asset Management Plan, Estates Strategy, and Estates Masterplan to enhance RBGE's property portfolio., • Oversee operational planning, risk management, capital planning, and business case development, in line with organisational financial governance., • Maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and ensure clear communication around estates-related change programmes., • Manage departmental budgets and procurement processes, ensuring compliance with regulations and value-for-money principles., • Identify and secure external funding opportunities to support estate development, sustainability goals, and long-term resilience., • Ensure all RBGE gardens deliver safe, clean, and high-quality facilities, meeting 5-star visitor grading standards., • Develop and maintain an organisation-wide Estates Masterplan., • Lead space optimisation initiatives to support organisational efficiency and meet the needs of staff, students, and volunteers., • Take overall responsibility for maintenance, repairs, environmental controls, and building services, ensuring reliability, statutory compliance, and fitness for purpose., • Oversee health and safety planning, reporting, and coordination, working closely with Health and Safety Advisors and the Head of People and Organisational Development., • Ensure full legal and statutory compliance across the Estates function, embedding a strong culture of accountability., • Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including neighbours, contractors, regulators, and funders., • Lead, motivate, and develop the Estates team through clear work plans, effective performance management, and a coaching-based leadership approach., • Demonstrable senior leadership and anticomplement experience within estates, facilities, or a similar complex operational environment., • Proven experience in strategic estates planning, asset management, and delivery of capital programmes., • Strong financial acumen, including budget management, capital planning, and business case development., • In-depth knowledge of health and safety, statutory compliance, and risk management frameworks., • Experience embedding sustainability and carbon reduction principles within large or complex estates., • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at senior and executive level., • Experience within the public sector, cultural, scientific, or heritage environments., • Knowledge of sustainability standards, environmental accreditation, or nature-based climate solutions.

Head of Estates and Sustainability - 6 Month Interim (65-72k)The Role The Head of Estates and Sustainability plays a critical role in ensuring that RBGE's estate and infrastructure support its position as a world‑leading botanical institution and visitor attraction.Reporting directly to the Executive Team, and with responsibility for the Estates and Sustainability Department, the post provides strategic and operational leadership across estates and facilities. The role ensures that all RBGE sites are secure, resilient, compliant, and fully aligned with RBGE's environmental mission and sustainability objectives.This is a senior leadership position, requiring strong strategic capability alongside hands-on oversight of complex estates, capital programmes, and sustainability initiatives.Sustainability • Support the implementation of RBGE's Sustainability Strategy and Carbon Management Plan, embedding sustainable practice across the estate., • Champion the integration of Nature‑Based Solutions to climate change across all RBGE sites., • Provide strategic leadership for the Estates function, ensuring high‑quality, forward‑looking operational services., • Represent RBGE on estates‑related matters across external networks and internal planning forums., • Oversee major and minor capital works, including collaboration with external project managers to deliver the Edinburgh Biomes Programme, encompassing glasshouse restoration and replacement, development of a sustainable energy centre, and construction of plant quarantine facilities., • Lead the development and implementation of the Asset Management Plan, Estates Strategy, and Estates Masterplan to enhance RBGE's property portfolio., • Oversee operational planning, risk management, capital planning, and business case development, in line with organisational financial governance., • Maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and ensure clear communication around estates‑related change programmes., • Manage departmental budgets and procurement processes, ensuring compliance with regulations and value‑for‑money principles., • Identify and secure external funding opportunities to support estate development, sustainability goals, and long‑term resilience., • Ensure all RBGE gardens deliver safe, clean, and high‑quality facilities, meeting 5‑star visitor grading standards., • Develop and maintain an organisation‑wide Estates Masterplan., • Lead space optimisation initiatives to support organisational efficiency and meet the needs of staff, students, and volunteers., • Take overall responsibility for maintenance, repairs, environmental controls, and building services, ensuring reliability, statutory compliance, and fitness for purpose., • Oversee health and safety planning, reporting, and coordination, working closely with Health and Safety Advisors and the Head of People and Organisational Development., • Ensure full legal and statutory compliance across the Estates function, embedding a strong culture of accountability., • Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including neighbours, contractors, regulators, and funders., • Lead, motivate, and develop the Estates team through clear work plans, effective performance management, and a coaching‑based leadership approach., • Demonstrable senior leadership and anticomplement experience within estates, facilities, or a similar complex operational environment., • Proven experience in strategic estates planning, asset management, and delivery of capital programmes., • Strong financial acumen, including budget management, capital planning, and business case development., • In‑depth knowledge of health and safety, statutory compliance, and risk management frameworks., • Experience embedding sustainability and carbon reduction principles within large or complex estates., • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at senior and executive level., • Experience within the public sector, cultural, scientific, or heritage environments., • Knowledge of sustainability standards, environmental accreditation, or nature‑based climate solutions.

Competitive Salary & Discretionary Bonus & Holidays (Buy, Sell and Accrual Scheme) & Company Pension & Private Healthcare & Life Assurance + Benefits\n\nWith lots of exciting plans in the pipeline, there's never been a better time to join Avant Homes, let us tell you why…\n\nAvant Homes is a housebuilder operating in Scotland, the North East of England, across Yorkshire and the East and West Midlands.\n\nWe are continuing to strengthen our teams and are looking for passionate individuals who want to make a real contribution. Our mission is to provide affordable homes to our communities, ensuring that new homes are accessible and attainable for all with a product suitable for everyone.\n\nAvant Homes are proud to employ local people across our developments and within our regional offices, teamwork is key to everything that we do.\n\nIf you want to be part of something special, why not start the foundations and build your career with us today?\n\nDue to continued success and future business growth, we have an exciting opportunity for a Customer Liaison Assistant to join our team based in Scotland working from the regional office in Edinburgh. \n\nThe Role\n\nAre you organised, customer focused and possess excellent administration skills? \n\nDo you have experience of complaint handling within a customer service environment?\n\nIf the answer is yes, then look no further, your next career could be with us! \n\nThis is an exciting role and opportunity for a customer service driven individual who will be responsible for daily liaison with our customers over the phone, answering queries, trouble shooting and offering solutions, whilst offering the fantastic service that our clients have come to expect.\n\nKey duties and requirements\n\nJoining the team as Customer Liaison Assistant, you will be responsible for but not limited to;\n\nEnsuring all calls and emails received into the department are managed appropriately and issues are logged onto our ERP system, COINS.\nTaking ownership of queries, resolving non-complex issues yourself and escalating more complex issues to your Head of Customer Service.\nLiaise between Site Management teams, Customer Care Technicians and external Sub-contractors to ensure all remedial works are completed efficiently, in accordance with the NHBC Buildmark Warranty and in line with the company's stated Service Level Agreements.\nMaintaining reasonable timescales for customers for any remediation works and ensuring that customers are kept informed throughout any process taking place in their home. \nProviding administrative support to the Customer Service Department.\nChecking invoices and forwarding for payment.\nPreparing, collating, and providing defect reports.Who are we looking for?\n\nTo be successful as our Customer Liaison Assistant, you will possess strong administration skills along with the knowledge and application of Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel alongside the ability to think logically, have a creative 'can do' approach to trouble shooting and the ability to work well under pressure.\n\nYou will also need to be highly organised and possess the following;\n\nAbility to work under own initiative and manage time effectively, especially in a fast-paced customer service environment.\nExperience of working within a complaint's environment previously with a key focus on customer experience.\nFlexible and adaptable to changing requirements.\nGood verbal and written communication.\nA basic understanding of Customer Service.\nNumerical and Literacy skills. What will you get in return?\n\nDiscretionary bonus\nBuy, sell and accrual holiday scheme\nPrivate Health care\nCompany Pension\nLife Assurance\nOther Benefits including our exclusive Avant discount platform \n\nIf this sounds like you, join us and be a part of Avant's future success!\n\nPlease note: we reserve the right to fill this vacancy and/or remove this advert prior to the vacancy end date

Room Attendant Ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge, 77 South Bridge, Edinburgh, EH1 1HN Rate: £14.00 | Hours: Guaranteed Hours Each Week Benefits: Fixed hours contract available - Flexible hours to suit you - Life Insurance - Free access to Doctor and Legal helpline - Counselling/Wellbeing Support Service - Discounts from 50 top retailers - Training budget of upto £10,000 per year with unlimited career progression WGC is the UK's leading outsourced hotel services company, helping our clients deliver some of the best guest experiences to over 24 million customers each year. In the role of Room Attendant, you will report to Head Housekeeper and be responsible for supporting the housekeeping team in the day to day running of the department. In return for your dedication, WGC offers an industry leading package and is passionate about career progression; we'll look to build a career plan with you that includes training, mentoring and extensive experience outside your current skill set, all to ensure you have some of the best opportunities to progress through the company. WGC will provide you with an annual training allowance of up to £10,000, which can be used on a selection of WGC Approved Apprenticeships and accredited training courses, including English, Maths, IT and more. Benefits also include: • Life Insurance, • Dis...

Housekeeping Supervisor The Hoxton Edinburgh, 5-21 Grosvenor Street, Edinburgh, EH12 5EF Rate: £13.75 | Hours: Guaranteed Hours Each Week Benefits: Fixed hours contract available - Flexible hours to suit you - Life Insurance - Free access to Doctor and Legal helpline - Counselling/Wellbeing Support Service - Discounts from 50 top retailers - Training budget of upto £10,000 per year with unlimited career progression WGC is the UK's leading outsourced hotel services company, helping our clients deliver some of the best guest experiences to over 24 million customers each year. In the role of Supervisor, you will report to Head Housekeeper and be responsible for supporting your team in the day to day running of the housekeeping department. In return for your dedication, WGC offers an industry leading package and is passionate about career progression; we'll look to build a career plan with you that includes training, mentoring and extensive experience outside your current skill set, all to ensure you have some of the best opportunities to progress through the company. WGC will provide you with an annual training allowance of up to £10,000, which can be used on a selection of WGC Approved Apprenticeships and accredited training courses, including English, Maths, IT and more. Benefits also include: • Life Insurance, • Dis...

Head of Estates and Sustainability - 6 Month Interim (£65-72k)The Role The Head of Estates and Sustainability plays a critical role in ensuring that RBGE's estate and infrastructure support its position as a world-leading botanical institution and visitor attraction.Reporting directly to the Executive Team, and with responsibility for the Estates and Sustainability Department, the post provides strategic and operational leadership across estates and facilities. The role ensures that all RBGE sites are secure, resilient, compliant, and fully aligned with RBGE's environmental mission and sustainability objectives.This is a senior leadership position, requiring strong strategic capability alongside hands-on oversight of complex estates, capital programmes, and sustainability initiatives.Sustainability • Support the implementation of RBGE's Sustainability Strategy and Carbon Management Plan, embedding sustainable practice across the estate., • Champion the integration of Nature-Based Solutions to climate change across all RBGE sites., • Provide strategic leadership for the Estates function, ensuring high-quality, forward-looking operational services., • Represent RBGE on estates-related ma...

Provide strategic and technical leadership for the FCA’s CASS, client assets and resolution agenda, including ownership of the CASS Sourcebook, development of regulatory and legislative frameworks, and delivery of major strategic initiatives. Financial Conduct Authority – Head of Department –

The Cluster Maintenance Manager will direct the strategic initiatives and objectives of the Maintenance department, as well as managing day to day operations through the engagement of the team within two adjacent properties: Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh and NYX Hotel Edinburgh (opening soon). All members of the department work together to create memorable moments for guests, in line with both company and hotel-specific service standards, and collaborate closely with other departments within the hotel. You will act as an ambassador for your own hotel and the wider Leonardo Hotels estate, demonstrating the company vision, mission and values. At all times, you will treat others around you with respect, dignity and fairness. As a Cluster Maintenance Manager and a Head of Department, you'll be keeping your department running like clockwork and leading your team to ensure all guests have an incredible experience with us. Take a deep breath because you'll be stepping into a busy role! You'll be motivating your colleagues to support the overall success of your department and the hotel, and maximising guest satisfaction at all times. If you're our ideal Cluster Maintenance Manager across two adjacent properties Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh and NYX Hotel Edinburgh (opening soon) you will: • Have previous experience working in a similar role within the Hospitality industry, • Be hands-on and prepared to get out and about ...

The Head of Concerts & Music Planning primary responsibility is to manage the music department and the delivery of all music elements of the Festival including artist deals, planning and scheduling, through to oversight of performances, and managing the wider music team. Head of Concerts & M

Housekeeping Supervisor Moxy Edinburgh Airport, 1 Fairview Road, Edinburgh, EH28 8AP Rate: £14 | Hours: Guaranteed Hours Each Week Benefits: Fixed hours contract available - Flexible hours to suit you - Life Insurance - Free access to Doctor and Legal helpline - Counselling/Wellbeing Support Service - Discounts from 50 top retailers - Training budget of upto £10,000 per year with unlimited career progression WGC is the UK's leading outsourced hotel services company, helping our clients deliver some of the best guest experiences to over 24 million customers each year. In the role of Supervisor, you will report to Head Housekeeper and be responsible for supporting your team in the day to day running of the housekeeping department. In return for your dedication, WGC offers an industry leading package and is passionate about career progression; we'll look to build a career plan with you that includes training, mentoring and extensive experience outside your current skill set, all to ensure you have some of the best opportunities to progress through the company. WGC will provide you with an annual training allowance of up to £10,000, which can be used on a selection of WGC Approved Apprenticeships and accredited training courses, including English, Maths, IT and more. Benefits also include: • Life Insurance, • DiscountStore ...

In the role of Room Attendant, you will report to Head Housekeeper and be responsible for supporting the housekeeping team in the day to day running of the department.

In the role of Room Attendant, you will report to Head Housekeeper and be responsible for supporting the housekeeping team in the day to day running of the department.

Working in the central machine learning department you will be collaborating with our product data research modelling data science and engineering teams and reporting to the head of Applied AI. Machine Learning,Python,Data Science,AI,R,Research Experience,Sensors,Drug Discovery,Research & Developmen

Working in the central machine learning department you will be collaborating with our product data research modelling data science and engineering teams and reporting to the head of Applied AI. The Senior Data Scientist will play a pivotal leadership role in building AI-native capabilities for both

In the role of Supervisor, you will report to Head Housekeeper and be responsible for supporting your team in the day to day running of the housekeeping department.

Competitive Salary & Discretionary Bonus & Holidays (Buy, Sell and Accrual Scheme) & Company Pension & Private Healthcare & Life Assurance + Benefits Please read the following job description thoroughly to ensure you are the right fit for this role before applying. With lots of exciting plans in the pipeline, there's never been a better time to join Avant Homes, let us tell you why… Avant Homes is a housebuilder operating in Scotland, the North East of England, across Yorkshire and the East and West Midlands. We are continuing to strengthen our teams and are looking for passionate individuals who want to make a real contribution. Our mission is to provide affordable homes to our communities, ensuring that new homes are accessible and attainable for all with a product suitable for everyone. Avant Homes are proud to employ local people across our developments and within our regional offices, teamwork is key to everything that we do. If you want to be part of something special, why not start the foundations and build your career with us today? Due to continued success and future business growth, we have an exciting opportunity for a Customer Liaison Assistant to join our team based in Scotland working from the regional office in Edinburgh. The Role Are you organised, customer focused and possess excellent administration skills? Do you have experience of complaint handling within a customer service environment? If the answer is yes, then look no further, your next career could be with us! This is an exciting role and opportunity for a customer service driven individual who will be responsible for daily liaison with our customers over the phone, answering queries, trouble shooting and offering solutions, whilst offering the fantastic service that our clients have come to expect. Key duties and requirements Joining the team as Customer Liaison Assistant, you will be responsible for but not limited to; Ensuring all calls and emails received into the department are managed appropriately and issues are logged onto our ERP system, COINS. Taking ownership of queries, resolving non-complex issues yourself and escalating more complex issues to your Head of Customer Service. Liaise between Site Management teams, Customer Care Technicians and external Sub-contractors to ensure all remedial works are completed efficiently, in accordance with the NHBC Buildmark Warranty and in line with the company's stated Service Level Agreements. Maintaining reasonable timescales for customers for any remediation works and ensuring that customers are kept informed throughout any process taking place in their home. Providing administrative support to the Customer Service Department. Checking invoices and forwarding for payment. Preparing, collating, and providing defect reports.Who are we looking for? To be successful as our Customer Liaison Assistant, you will possess strong administration skills along with the knowledge and application of Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel alongside the ability to think logically, have a creative 'can do' approach to trouble shooting and the ability to work well under pressure. You will also need to be highly organised and possess the following; Ability to work under own initiative and manage time effectively, especially in a fast-paced customer service environment. Experience of working within a complaint's environment previously with a key focus on customer experience. Flexible and adaptable to changing requirements. Good verbal and written communication. A basic understanding of Customer Service. Numerical and Literacy skills. What will you get in return? xrnqpay Discretionary bonus Buy, sell and accrual holiday scheme Private Health care Company Pension Life Assurance Other Benefits including our exclusive Avant discount platform If this sounds like you, join us and be a part of Avant's future success! Please note: we reserve the right to fill this vacancy and/or remove this advert prior to the vacancy end date

Operational Excellence Specialist Department: Operational Excellence If your skills, experience, and qualifications match those in this job overview, do not delay your application. Reports to: Head of Operational Excellence Location: GB The Role We are looking for an Operational Excellence Specialist to work in partnership with the Head of Operational Excellence, directing and managing the Operational Excellence Management method to drive sustainable performance improvements and profitability across our sites. This is a hands-on, influential role with ownership for delivering Operational Excellence across the Pork Live Operation, working closely with Business Unit Directors, Site Leadership Teams and functional partners. Key Responsibilities & Measures of Success * GAP Management • Build site goals using the GAP tracker and KPI frameworks, • Open, manage and close Technical and Theoretical GAPs Operational Excellence Direction & Alignment • Align Op Ex strategy with BU Directors and Site Leadership Teams, • Ensure alignment between business objectives and Op Ex priorities Management Pillar Implementation • Lead the implementation and long-term sustainability of the Management Pillar across sites, • Coach, audit and ensure correct use of Management Pillar tools to deliver tangible improvements KPI & Performance Management • Maintain a live, consolidated view of Op Ex KPIs, goals and gap closure activity, • Track progress and drive accountability across BU's and sites Labour Tool Ownership • Support implementation, maintenance and optimisation of the Labour Tool, • Support monthly planning using simulators, identify new labour-reduction opportunities and drive performance improvements Benchmarking & Best Practice • Lead internal and external benchmarking activities, • Identify, compare and implement best practices across processes and sites Project & Change Support • Support requirements gathering, prioritisation and Fit/Gap analysis, • Partner with Procurement and Legal to support RFX processes Essential / Highly Desirable • Experience in Live Production (Pork Live Production highly desirable), • Experience within a Feed Mill environment, • Proven experience in Continuous Improvement, • Strong analytical and problem-solving capability, • Demonstrated experience embedding new processes and ways of working through coaching, influence and empowerment, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, • Degree level qualification (desirable), • Six Sigma Certification (desirable), • Lean Manufacturing experience This role offers the opportunity to make a real, measurable impact on operational performance, working across multiple sites with senior leaders and operational teams. xrnqpay You will be empowered to shape Operational Excellence, drive best practice and deliver meaningful business results in a complex and dynamic environment.

Maths Academic Mentor Enfield Immediate Start Check out the role overview below If you are confident you have got the right skills and experience, apply today. A high-performing secondary school in Enfield is seeking a motivated and mathematically strong Maths Academic Mentor to join their team on an immediate basis. This is a full-time, term-time contract role running until the end of the academic year in July 2026, offering an exceptional opportunity to make a direct and meaningful impact on pupil attainment within a structured, ambitious school environment. About the School This Enfield secondary school is rated Good by Ofsted and has built a strong reputation for academic rigour and evidence-based teaching. The Mathematics department is a genuine strength of the school, delivering a well-sequenced curriculum across KS3 and KS4 with consistently improving outcomes. The school operates clear, consistent behaviour frameworks that create focused, purposeful learning environments - giving every Maths Academic Mentor the structure needed to work effectively with pupils who need targeted support. Staff are well-supported, collaborative planning is embedded into departmental culture, and the school's commitment to raising attainment is evident at every level. What the School Offers • A clearly defined mentoring role with strong departmental support and guidance from experienced Maths teachers, • Consistent, well-managed behaviour across the school with dedicated pastoral backup, • A welcoming, professional team environment with regular opportunities to develop subject knowledge and mentoring skills, • Meaningful day-to-day impact on pupils who are working to close gaps and build mathematical confidence, • Hold a strong academic background in Mathematics - a 2:1 degree or above from a reputable university, ideally in Maths, a STEM subject, or a numerate discipline, • Can demonstrate a clear ability to explain mathematical concepts accessibly and confidently to secondary-age pupils, • Have some experience working with young people in an educational, tutoring, or mentoring capacity within a UK setting, • Are comfortable working within established school behaviour and safeguarding frameworks, • Are available to start immediately and commit to the full term-time contract through to July 2026

In the role of Head Housekeeper, you will report to your Area Manager and be responsible for supporting your team in the day to day running of the housekeeping department. Maintain strong working relationship with GM, Exec Housekeeper and Hotel Team, HSK team and suppliers to ensure clear communicat

Act as a point of contact for International Festival staff, including the Creative Director, Music Production Manager, Music Programme Manager, Music Porter, Head of Artistic Management, Artist Liaison staff, Transport Manager, Production Department and the Festival Director. The Concerts Assistant

In the role of Assistant Head Housekeeper, you will report to Head Housekeeper and be responsible for supporting your team in the day-to-day running of the housekeeping department.

The Deputy Head (Student Progress) will lead strategic efforts to improve student progress, using data to inform strategy, and will line‑manage the academic Heads of Department. A proven track record of improving student progress is essential, alongside excellent problem‑solving skills and the a

Main responsibilities**Working in the central machine learning department, you will be collaborating with our product, data, research, modelling, data science and engineering teams and reporting to the head of Applied AI.

Loretto School seeks an inspirational, strategic and highly effective Head of English, Drama and Media Studies to lead this thriving department within the Senior School. You will be an enthusiastic and talented classroom practitioner, able to teach up to A Level in English, and either Drama or Media

In the role of Head Housekeeper, you will report to your Area Manager and be responsible for supporting your team in the day‑to‑day running of the housekeeping department. Maintain strong working relationship with GM, Exec Housekeeper and Hotel Team, HSK team and suppliers to ensure clear commun

A prominent educational institution in Musselburgh seeks a Head of English, Drama and Media Studies to lead a dynamic department.

The Edinburgh International Festival is seeking a Head of Concerts & Music Planning to manage the music department and oversee the delivery of all music elements.This role involves intense planning and coordination, working with orchestras and ensembles, negotiating deals, and ensuring smooth concer

The Head of Concerts & Music Planning primary responsibility is to manage the music department and the delivery of all music elements of the Festival including artist deals, planning and scheduling, through to oversight of performances and managing the wider music team. The Edinburgh International F

Assistant Head Housekeeper Ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge, 77 South Bridge, Edinburgh, EH1 1HN Rate: £14.92 | Hours: Guaranteed Hours Each Week Benefits: Fixed hours contract available - Flexible hours to suit you - Life Insurance - Free access to Doctor and Legal helpline - Counselling/Wellbeing Support Service - Discounts from 50 top retailers - Training budget of upto £10,000 per year with unlimited career progression WGC is the UK's leading outsourced hotel services company, helping our clients deliver some of the best guest experiences to over 24 million customers each year. In the role of Assistant Head Housekeeper, you will report to Head Housekeeper and be responsible for supporting your team in the day to day running of the housekeeping department. In return for your dedication, WGC offers an industry leading package and is passionate about career progression; we'll look to build a career plan with you that includes training, mentoring and extensive experience outside your current skill set, all to ensure you have some of the best opportunities to progress through the company. WGC will provide you with an annual training allowance of up to £10,000, which can be used on a selection of WGC Approved Apprenticeships and accredited training courses, including English, Maths, IT and more. Benefits also include: - Life Insurance - DiscountStore with discounts from ASDA, O2 & more - Discounted hotels and flights - Employee Assistance Programme, Includine HSF Assist - Low-cost health insurance - Full workplace pension scheme - 28 days holiday Your role will include: - Check rooms per company standard - Work to improve productivity and efficiency of room cleaning - Analyse guest data to plan resources and materials required to meet operational requirements - Maintain strong working relationship with GM, Hotel Team, HSK team and suppliers to ensure clear communication and implementation of best practice - Identify ways to improve Guest Satisfaction - Adhere to Health and Safety Policy, keep all work areas neat and well organised COSHH/Manual Handling - Recruit, train, manage and monitor team performance daily/weekly - Deliver and exceed financial targets - Manage expenditure and payroll to ensure budgets are achieved - Participate in training to improve skills and performance - Solve routine challenges that occur on the job If you have previous experience of working in a housekeeping environment, can deliver a consistent level of service in a challenging environment and want to join a business that offers you exceptional development and potential to progress, apply now. We recognise that we're all at our best when we're being ourselves. We are committed to building a culture that champions diversity, equity and inclusion, where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want them to feel valued for their individuality, thrive in our business and share a sense of belonging. We place a lot of value on recruiting based on behaviours rather than prioritising qualifications or experience. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer , please let us know if you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process. TPBN1_UKTJ

Head of Estates and Sustainability - 6 Month Interim (£65-72k)The Role The Head of Estates and Sustainability plays a critical role in ensuring that RBGE's estate and infrastructure support its position as a world‑leading botanical institution and visitor attraction.Reporting directly to the Executive Team, and with responsibility for the Estates and Sustainability Department, the post provides strategic and operational leadership across estates and facilities. The role ensures that all RBGE sites are secure, resilient, compliant, and fully aligned with RBGE's environmental mission and sustainability objectives.This is a senior leadership position, requiring strong strategic capability alongside hands-on oversight of complex estates, capital programmes, and sustainability initiatives.Sustainability Support the implementation of RBGE's Sustainability Strategy and Carbon Management Plan, embedding sustainable practice across the estate. Champion the integration of Nature‑Based Solutions to climate change across all RBGE sites. Ensure sustainability principles are embedded within capital development, maintenance programmes, and operational delivery.Main DutiesLeadership and Management Provide strategic leadership for the Estates function, ensuring high‑quality, forward‑looking operational services. Represent RBGE on estates‑related matters across external networks and internal planning forums. Oversee major and minor capital works, including collaboration with external project managers to deliver the Edinburgh Biomes Programme, encompassing glasshouse restoration and replacement, development of a sustainable energy centre, and construction of plant quarantine facilities. Contribute as a senior leader to the delivery of the RBGE Corporate Strategy through effective cross‑organisational collaboration.Strategy, Finance and Planning Lead the development and implementation of the Asset Management Plan, Estates Strategy, and Estates Masterplan to enhance RBGE's property portfolio. Oversee operational planning, risk management, capital planning, and business case development, in line with organisational financial governance. Maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and ensure clear communication around estates‑related change programmes. Manage departmental budgets and procurement processes, ensuring compliance with regulations and value‑for‑money principles. Identify and secure external funding opportunities to support estate development, sustainability goals, and long‑term resilience. Lead resilience planning, including capital programmes, business continuity, disaster recovery, and the implementation of audit recommendations.Estates and Facilities Management Ensure all RBGE gardens deliver safe, clean, and high‑quality facilities, meeting 5‑star visitor grading standards. Develop and maintain an organisation‑wide Estates Masterplan. Lead space optimisation initiatives to support organisational efficiency and meet the needs of staff, students, and volunteers. Take overall responsibility for maintenance, repairs, environmental controls, and building services, ensuring reliability, statutory compliance, and fitness for purpose. Manage contracts for cleaning, waste management, catering services, and a wide range of external suppliers, with a strong focus on quality, performance, and cost control.Health, Safety and Compliance Oversee health and safety planning, reporting, and coordination, working closely with Health and Safety Advisors and the Head of People and Organisational Development. Ensure full legal and statutory compliance across the Estates function, embedding a strong culture of accountability. Manage compliance with lease agreements between the Scottish Ministers and RBGE.Stakeholder Management and Team Development Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including neighbours, contractors, regulators, and funders. Lead, motivate, and develop the Estates team through clear work plans, effective performance management, and a coaching‑based leadership approach. Undertake any other duties commensurate with the role, as required to support organisational needs.Person SpecificationEssential Demonstrable senior leadership and anticomplement experience within estates, facilities, or a similar complex operational environment. Proven experience in strategic estates planning, asset management, and delivery of capital programmes. Strong financial acumen, including budget management, capital planning, and business case development. In‑depth knowledge of health and safety, statutory compliance, and risk management frameworks. Experience embedding sustainability and carbon reduction principles within large or complex estates. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at senior and executive level. Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and external partners in a complex, stakeholder‑rich environment.Desirable Experience within the public sector, cultural, scientific, or heritage environments. Knowledge of sustainability standards, environmental accreditation, or nature‑based climate solutions. Track record of securing external funding for estate or sustainability projects.Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

The Breakfast will support the smooth running and objectives of the Kitchen department. All members of the department work together to create memorable moments for guests, in line with both company and hotel-specific service standards, and collaborate closely with other departments within the hotel. You will act as an ambassador for your own hotel and the wider Leonardo Hotels estate, demonstrating the company vision, mission and values. At all times, you will treat others around you with respect, dignity and fairness. As a Breakfast Chef you'll be right in the heart of the hotel, so we want you to take pride in everything you'll be doing to support the Head Chef and keep things running like clockwork. Take a deep breath because you'll be stepping into a busy role! You'll be passionate about your working area and responsibilities, and working as part of a vibrant team to deliver the best breakfast experience to our guests! If you're our ideal Breakfast chef, you will: • Absolutely love the busy Kitchen environment * Have a willingness to learn and adapt, and deliver the high-quality fresh breakfasts that our guests expect * Thrive under pressure to create delicious food * Be keen to step up when the situation demands * Aspire to grow with us - with our amazing Junior Chef Programme, you can take your skills and career to the next level Some of the perks you could enjoy include: - Special rates on Leonardo Hotel rooms across the UK & Europe - Company-wide recognition scheme: you could earn vouchers to spend on a wide range of high street shops - Talent referral scheme - Thank You Week: from ice cream trucks to yoga classes and lots in between! - Wellbeing Calendar - Ongoing job-related training programmes with clear paths for progression We're committed to creating a workplace where every individual-regardless of background, identity, or lived experience-is welcomed, valued, and respected for who they are. Belonging means embracing our differences and ensuring everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered. Why come join us? We look after our colleagues just as well as we look after our guests. Our regular Learning Bites, "Come Join Us Guest Care" training and Wellbeing webinars all help your progress with us. With support on tap, top-notch practical training and clear progression you'll be on track for a brilliant future in Hospitality! TPBN1_UKCT

Why join Apex Hotels? You will receive a warm welcome into the Apex family on joining us as Spa Treatment Manager in Edinburgh. We genuinely care about our guests and each other and we show this through our family values of Trust, Passion, Friendliness and Teamwork. We encourage you to bring your own unique personality to the role and being yourself whilst leading and working as part of the Yu Spa team. We believe it is our personality, style, passion, and friendliness that makes Apex Hotels. Role Overview: As Spa Treatment Manager you will be responsible for the flawless running of our newest site, Yu Spa Edinburgh. You will take pride in creating a relaxing retreat within the hotel, giving guests a memorable, friendly spa experience. No two days are the same and being able to multitask, prioritise and self-motivate is key. You will be leading, mentoring, and inspiring the spa team while working alongside other hotel team members. You will be a trusted advisor to the key stakeholders in the spa team along with the Head of Spa who you will report into. Your main responsibilities are: Responsible for all daily Yu Spa Treatment operations, including scheduling of staff to meet business demand and ensuring high levels of guest service, cleanliness, and knowledge of services. This includes delivering treatments yourself as the business needs require. Monitor and control KPIs within the department focusing on occupancy, utilisation, and yield within beauty treatment. A focus on Self-development and development of the Spa team to ensure that you and your team are the best you can be, with our family values of Trust, Friendliness, Teamwork and Passion at the heart of everything that you do. Ensure the highest standards of cleanliness exist in all areas of responsibility and that this is maintained and regularly checked in accordance with H&S requirements. Receive, manage, and respond to all guest feedback via all channels including Reviewpro. To resolve any guest issues when they arise and share feedback as appropriate with all team members. About you On your first day you will begin a structured 12 week learning journey, giving you the skills, knowledge, and confidence to be a great Spa Treatment Manager. With this in mind, we are looking for a Spa Treatment Manager who can display: Experience - Youll have previous management experience in a quality spa setting, ideally in a hotel. Enthusiasm you will bring a true passion for spa, along with your genuine smile and desire to get it right for the guests and team members. Resilience You will have the ability to multi-task and organise a variable workload. There will be times you will be in the treatment room, you will also be leading and showcasing the spa to our guests and you will be training and developing your team. Leadership youll lead the Spa team to deliver on their every daily routines while building the brilliance. Youll inspire, mentor and energise the team to reach their full potential. You will work with great people, enjoy your time at work, develop new friendships, networks, and skills, and of course you will also receive a competitive rate of pay and a generous range of employee benefits which includes: 35 days holiday Training and development from day one Employee events and celebrations Inhouse company interactive employee communication APP Entry to our state-of-the-art gym and pools Healthy meals to enjoy while you're working. Access to an external Employee Assistance Programme Financial Wellbeing App Wagestream, allowing you the flexibility to get paid earlier than your normal monthly pay date. £200 referral bonus when your friends or family join the team. Following your first successful 3 months, youll also receive Access to our discounts and wellbeing platform Treat Yourself Here, unlocking savings and experiences for you and your family. Involvement in our employee recognition schemes Long service recognition Probation pass and annual anniversary complimentary guest experience overnight stay and dinner for two 50% discount in our restaurants Cycle to Work Scheme Discounted room rates for employees, friends, and family Spa treatments and product discounts Life Assurance cover We encourage you to bring your true self to work - we recruit for attitude and train for skill. Well provide great training and development opportunities, allowing you to flourish in a fun and fulfilling career, reaching your dreams and aspirations. So, whatever your vibe, our family can never be too big, theres a place here for you. We have one ask - that you bring your personality, ideas, and spark. Were an innovative, thriving business and we want you to be part of our exciting journey. If you are interested, click apply. We look forward to hearing from you! TPBN1_UKCT

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