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.
Sustainability Development 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 Sustainability Development Officer to strengthen organisational resilience and environmental practice as part of Lighting Up the Hynish Shore Station — a two‑year programme celebrating the Skerryvore Lighthouse and its future potential. You’ll work closely with a new Heritage Preservation Officer to deliver integrated sustainability and heritage outcomes for the Hynish estate and wider community.
Role Overview
- Deliver a 3‑Year Sustainability Plan
- Lead budgets, policy reviews and governance improvements
- Develop the Trust’s Environmental Plan
- Support income‑generation for the Hynish estate
- Lead and manage funding applications, monitoring and evaluation
You’ll Need
- Experience in project development and income generation
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
- 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.
Find out more and apply for the role by downloading our Recruitment Pack.
