Vacancies

Permanent, full-time (35 hours), based in Edinburgh
Salary £40,112 plus civil service pension, generous holiday entitlement and other benefits

The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (RBGE) is a world leading centre for plant science, conservation and education. We are committed to creating inclusive, sustainable and welcoming environments across our four Gardens, supporting colleagues, communities and visitors alike.

We are seeking a Facilities and Workplace Manager to lead the delivery of high quality facilities and workplace services across RBGE. This role plays a key part in shaping effective, inclusive and future focused workspaces, working closely with teams and stakeholders throughout the organisation.

You will oversee Soft FM services, workplace operations and performance management, ensuring services are delivered safely, efficiently and within budget. You will also manage contracts, facilities data and reporting, supporting sustainability commitments and continuous improvement.

Working collaboratively across RBGE, you will help ensure our workspaces support hybrid working, wellbeing and operational needs, while contributing to capital planning and space forecasting. Leading and supporting the facilities team, and deputising for the Health, Safety and Sustainability Manager when required, you will help foster a positive, inclusive culture and effective service delivery.

Recruitment Information:    Job description and person specification 

To apply, please email recruitment@rbge.org.uk with:
•    your CV
•    a covering letter outlining the skills, knowledge and experience you’d bring to the role

Please also electronically complete and submit an equal opportunities questionnaire using the following link: EOQ form. This form should not be included with your email application.

Closing date:            12pm (midday) Monday 20 April 2026

Interview date:         5 & 6 May 2026

Permanent, full-time (35 hours), based in Edinburgh
Salary £40,112 plus civil service pension, generous holiday entitlement and other benefits

The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (RBGE) is a world class centre for plant science, conservation and learning, with four unique Gardens across Scotland. Our work supports global biodiversity, sustainability and research, while providing welcoming, safe and inspiring spaces for colleagues, communities and visitors. We are committed to creating inclusive environments where people, plants and places can thrive.

We are seeking an Estates Maintenance Manager to play a key role in maintaining and protecting RBGE’s diverse estate. This role provides leadership across planned and reactive maintenance activities, helping to ensure our buildings, infrastructure and assets are safe, compliant, resilient and fit for the future.

You will lead the delivery of maintenance programmes across the four Gardens, overseeing electrical, mechanical and building fabric assets, contractor performance and service delivery. Working collaboratively with internal teams and external partners, you will ensure high standards of safety, quality and value for money, supported by robust planning, performance monitoring and budget management.

With a strong focus on safety and sustainability, you will promote a proactive health and safety culture, contribute to carbon reduction initiatives and support effective asset and lifecycle management. You will also act as a key point of contact for maintenance services across sites, building positive relationships and helping to create well maintained environments that support RBGE’s long term mission.

Recruitment Information:    Job description and person specification 

To apply, please email recruitment@rbge.org.uk with:
•    your CV
•    a covering letter outlining the skills, knowledge and experience you’d bring to the role

Please also electronically complete and submit an equal opportunities questionnaire using the following link: EOQ form. This form should not be included with your email application.

Closing date:            12pm (midday) 20 April 2026

Interview date:         5 & 6 May