Project Officer

National Mining Museum Scotland (NMMS) is an independent, charitable, trust located at the Lady Victoria Colliery in Newtongrange, Midlothian. NMMS is responsible for the preservation and interpretation of Scotland’s mining history and heritage, shining a light on the past to help us look to the future of Scotland’s energy transition. As well as being a 5-star visitor attraction, the Museum holds collections of national significance and offers an award-winning learning programme for audiences of all ages, across Scotland.

NMMS is currently undergoing an exciting transition and has plans for redevelopment of the site including the reuse and repurpose of existing buildings, the creation of a new fit-for-purpose building, improvement of the visitor offer including events space and exhibitions, and the establishment of more sustainable environmental systems. The Project Manager post would be well suited for a candidate with knowledge and experience of major redevelopment projects with excellent skills in project management.

The Project Officer is a new role for NMMS and the successful candidate will be responsible for developing and leading projects, ranging from refurbishment to large-scale capital projects. These projects will increase NMMS resilience and sustainability and will involve significant internal and external stakeholder management. The Project Officer will be responsible for ensuring projects are carried out efficiently and to the required time and budget constraints as well as any other legal requirements.

Initial funding for this post has been provided by National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF) and Museums Galleries Scotland (MGS).

Please refer to key responsibilities and personal specification when applying. Please complete and return our Application Form and Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form and send to Dorota Topolniak at FinanceandAdmin@nationalminingmuseum.com.

Please note that CVs are not considered as part of the application and will not be considered.

NMMS is committed to being an Equal Opportunities Employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, irrespective of sex, gender identity, race, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.