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Maintenance Operative - Fife Coast and Countryside Trust (FCCT)
Created: 29/07/2026News/Events Category: Job Vacancies
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Post: Maintenance Operative
Organisation: Fife Coast and Countryside Trust (FCCT)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time, 36 hours per week
Salary: £26,786.83 – £29,170.80 per annum
Location: The Pitcairn Centre, Moidart Drive, Glenrothes, KY7 6ET
Closing date: Sunday 2 August 2026 (11.59pm)
Help care for Fife's iconic coast and countryside.
Do you enjoy working outdoors and want a career where you can make a real difference to Fife's natural environment?
Fife Coast and Countryside Trust (FCCT) is looking for a Maintenance Operative to join its Conservation and Engagement team. This is a fantastic opportunity to help maintain some of Fife's most treasured outdoor spaces, including the Fife Coastal Path, Fife Pilgrim Way and Lomond Hills Regional Park.
If you're practical, motivated and enjoy hands-on work, they'd love to hear from you.
About the role
As a Maintenance Operative, you'll play an important role in ensuring Fife's paths and countryside remain safe, accessible and welcoming for everyone.
Working as part of a dedicated team, you'll carry out a variety of practical maintenance tasks across a range of countryside sites.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Maintaining the Fife Coastal Path, Fife Pilgrim Way and other paths across Fife
- Carrying out maintenance work within Lomond Hills Regional Park and other FCCT sites
- Using gardening equipment and hand tools safely and effectively
- Helping maintain habitats and outdoor spaces to a high standard
- Supporting conservation and community engagement projects where required
- Working safely and collaboratively as part of a team
No two days are the same, and you'll spend your time working in some of Fife's most beautiful landscapes.
About you
They're looking for someone who:
- Has at least 12 months' experience in a general grounds or garden maintenance role
- Is confident using gardening equipment and hand tools
- Has a good understanding of safe working practices
- Enjoys working outdoors in all weather conditions
- Can build positive working relationships and work well as part of a team
- Is motivated, adaptable and willing to use their own initiative
- Is flexible and able to respond to changing priorities
- Has a full UK driving licence
- Has an interest in Fife's countryside and the work of Fife Coast and Countryside Trust
Why join FCCT?
Fife Coast and Countryside Trust is passionate about protecting and enhancing Fife's outstanding natural environment for people and wildlife.
When you join FCCT, you'll become part of a friendly, values-driven organisation that invests in its people and provides opportunities to develop new skills while making a visible difference to the places thousands of people enjoy every year.
Benefits include:
- 25 days' annual leave plus 8 public holidays
- Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
- Flexible working options
- Employee wellbeing support
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Technology purchase schemes and retail discounts
- All essential PPE, outdoor clothing and equipment provided
- On-the-job training and opportunities to gain relevant qualifications
- Ongoing professional development with clear career progression pathways
- A rewarding role helping to conserve and enhance Fife's coast and countryside
How to apply
To apply, download and complete the application form available on the Fife Coast and Countryside Trust website and email your completed application to [email protected].
Please note: CV applications will not be accepted.
Closing date: Sunday 2 August 2026 at 11.59pm.
Applicants must provide evidence of their right to work in the UK as part of the recruitment process.
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