We’re Hiring: Heritage Preservation Officer

We’re building a passionate, community rooted team to help deliver Lighting Up the Hynish Shore Station — a major heritage and sustainability project celebrating the legacy of the Skerryvore Lighthouse, supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund.

We are recruiting two full-time roles, each for a 2-year fixed term with a salary of £32,000.

Heritage Preservation Officer

The Hynish Trust — Isle of Tiree
Salary: £32,000

Contract: 2 Years (Apr 2026–Mar 2028)

Hours: 35 per week • Hybrid working available

The Hynish Trust is recruiting a Heritage Preservation Officer to help deliver Lighting Up the Hynish Shore Station — a two‑year programme celebrating the remarkable legacy of the Skerryvore Lighthouse. You’ll work closely with a new Sustainability Development Officer to create joined‑up heritage and sustainability outcomes for the site, the community, and visitors.


Role Overview

  • Develop a 3‑Year Heritage Plan and Conservation Plan
  • Refresh exhibitions and deliver engaging tours
  • Lead community engagement and volunteer activity
  • Support collections digitisation and archaeology work
  • Lead heritage‑related funding applications

You’ll Need

  • Experience in the heritage sector
  • Confidence engaging diverse audiences
  • Strong project‑management and communication skills
  • A desire to contribute to a rural island community
  • A full driving licence

Hybrid working is available, but time on Tiree is essential. On‑site accommodation may be possible.

Deadline: Wednesday 11 March 2026

Find out more about and apply by downloading our Recruitment Pack.