Access and Recreation Manager

Fife Coast and Countryside Trust; Glenrothes; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A conservation organization in Glenrothes seeks an Access and Recreation Manager to lead a team ensuring responsible access across sites. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, knowledge of relevant legislation, and project management experience. This full-time permanent role offers a salary of £33,732.26 to £41,972.91 with benefits including annual leave and a pension scheme. Applications should be submitted via the designated email by December 29, 2025.

Benefits

Annual leave entitlement of 25 days plus 8 public holidays

LGPS Pension Scheme

Training and Professional Development

Cycle to Work and Discounts Scheme

Qualifications

• Educated to SCQF level 8, including HND or equivalent in a relevant subject.
• Working knowledge of the Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2003 affecting access rights.
• Experience in leading and managing a team in outdoor settings.
• Proactive with a strong work ethic and a flexible mindset.
• Experience in project management and securing funding.

Responsibilities

• Lead Access Officers and Countryside Wardens in managing access across all FCCT sites.
• Identify recreation opportunities and partnerships to grow FCCT's revenue.
• Ensure compliance with the Scottish Outdoor Access Code.

Skills

Leadership

Strong interpersonal skills

Project management

Knowledge of Land Reform Act

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Education

SCQF level 8, HND or equivalent

Job description

Fife Coast and Countryside Trust (FCCT) are seeking an Access and Recreation Manager to join our dynamic and effective Conservation and Engagement team.

Location:

The Pitcairn Centre, Moidart Drive, Glenrothes, KY7 6ET
Salary: £33,732.26 to £41,972.91
Hours: Full-time, 36 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
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: Monday 29th December 2025

About the role:

The Access and Recreation Manager will be placed within the Conservation and Engagement team. Leading a team of Access Officers and Countryside Wardens, they will oversee day to day management and responsible access at all FCCT sites in accordance with the Scottish Outdoor Access Code and support partner actions to ensure wider responsible access across Fife. They will also be responsible for identifying recreation opportunities and partnerships that may serve to grow FCCT’s revenues in support of sustainable countryside management in Fife.

About you:

We are looking for a decisive and organised individual to join our team. You will bring with you the following skills and experience:

• Educated to SCQF level 8, which includes an HND or equivalent in a relevant subject.
• Working knowledge and understanding of the Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2003 and how it affects access rights.
• Ability to lead, motivate and manage a team, and achieve desired outcomes in an outdoor setting.
• Able to work to a higher intent, work independently to achieve objectives, and be fully accountable for actions.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to negotiate and be diplomatic, but also assertive.
• A good instinct for the right course of action when the answer is not obvious.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation.
• Good track record of collaborative working, developing and maintaining effective relationships.
• High standard of communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Working knowledge and understanding of the SOAC.
• Demonstrable strategic project manager experience with ability to deliver projects on time and to budget.
• Decisive and organised.
• Diligent and conscientious work ethic.
• Proactive and shows initiative, with ability to identify new opportunities.
• Imaginative and bold. Not afraid to try new ideas and take calculated risks.
• Someone who thinks to the finish and can see where success lies.
• Experience of accessing and managing funds.
• Experience of report writing and briefing stakeholders.
• Excellent team player, able to put shared goals before self.
• Persuasive and engaging communicator, both in written and verbal formats.
• Diplomatic, flexible and empathetic to other views whilst able to get own opinions across.
• Driving Licence
• Flexible mindset

Before confirming your appointment, you will be required to obtain Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme membership through Disclosure Scotland.

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.

Job Description – download here
Application Form – download here

To apply, please use the application form provided and send completed applications to [e-mail] by 23:59hrs on Monday 29th December 2025.

Please note, CV applications will not be accepted.