Administrative Support Officer

Fife Coast and Countryside Trust (FCCT) are seeking an Administrative Support Officer to join our proactive and adaptable Support Services team.

Location: The Harbourmaster’s House, Hot Pot Wynd, Dysart, KY1 2TQ

Salary: £26,786.83 to £29,170.80

Hours: Full-time, 36 hours per week

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 29th November 2026; 23:59

About the role:

The Administrative Support Officer will provide an effective service support role in a professional manner, delivering administrative, operational and business support to the varied needs within the Support Service team and to colleagues throughout Fife Coast and Countryside Trust.

About you:

We are looking for a flexible and organised individual to join our team. You will bring with you the following skills and experience:

• National 4, SVQ2, three Standard Grades or equivalent OR a Customer Service Professional Qualification
• Experience of non-standard corporate systems
• Numerical skills
• Customer service/care skills
• Flexible approach to work including problem-solving skills, time-management and organisational skills
• Good oral and written communication, with an ability to maintain accuracy at all times, and confidentiality as necessary
• Minute taking skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team including interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Driving Licence
• Flexible mindset

About FCCT:

Fife Coast & Countryside Trust are an organisation driven by a passion for Fife and are committed to developing and delivering high quality, impact led projects for the benefit of people and nature. We believe that our people are our greatest asset and look to employ individuals who bring a positive, energetic, constructive, and committed attitude to the workplace.

Benefits

You will enjoy a range of benefits at FCCT, including:

• Annual leave pro‑rata entitlement of 25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays
• Defined benefit Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• A values-driven organisation with commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
• Employee benefits and discounts including the Cycle to Work Scheme, tech purchase schemes and a range of retail, leisure and lifestyle discounts
• Flexible working options
• Supportive work environment with access to wellbeing resources
• If required for your role, all essential PPE, outdoor clothing and tools will be supplied
• Support for continuous professional development and role‑specific qualifications with clear pathways for career progression

A rewarding role, contributing directly to the conservation and enhancement of Fife’s coast and countryside, including habitat management, site maintenance, and community engagement to ensure safe, clean and welcoming outdoor spaces.

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Application form – download

Closing Date: 29th November 2026; 23:59

Please send completed applications to fcct.recruitment@fifecountryside.co.uk. Please note, CV applications will not be accepted.

Candidates will be required to evidence their right to work in the UK as part of the recruitment process.