Heritage Stonemason - Conserve Castles & Monuments

Historic Scotland; Stirling; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A historic conservation organization in Stirling seeks a Stonemason for a permanent full-time role. Responsibilities include maintenance of monuments, stone cutting, and traditional masonry techniques. The position requires mentoring apprentices and maintaining health and safety protocols. This role is essential for preserving significant historical sites, such as Stirling Castle and others within Central Scotland, contributing to vital conservation efforts.

Qualifications

• Experience in traditional masonry and conservation.
• Ability to mentor apprentice stonemasons.
• Knowledge of health and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Carry out conservation and routine maintenance works on HES monuments.
• Perform stone cutting and architectural moulding tasks.
• Promote traditional methods of masonry and conservation techniques.

Skills

Traditional masonry techniques

Stone cutting/hewing

Training and mentoring

Tools

Hand tools

Powered machinery

Job description

A historic conservation organization in Stirling seeks a Stonemason for a permanent full-time role. Responsibilities include maintenance of monuments, stone cutting, and traditional masonry techniques. The position requires mentoring apprentices and maintaining health and safety protocols. This role is essential for preserving significant historical sites, such as Stirling Castle and others within Central Scotland, contributing to vital conservation efforts.