Careers

You will be joining a team of people who are highly skilled in their specialist areas and who work well together to further our Charitable cause. We are a warm, friendly team who are passionate about the work we do and we are looking for people to join us who share in our love of seabirds, wildlife, and our local environment.

Cafe Assistant

Closing date: 09 September 2026

We’re looking for people to work in our busy café, which has stunning views over the Firth of Forth to the Bass Rock. If you can provide a warm welcome, are enthusiastic and hardworking, we’d love to hear from you. Part-time hours available.

Job type: Part-Time Hours Available

Conservation Officer

Closing date: 25 September 2026

Scotland’s coasts are home to remarkable wildlife and communities, but they are facing growing pressures. Restoring these habitats will be vital to creating healthier, more resilient seas and coastlines. As our Conservation Officer, you will help turn this ambition into action, leading our work to identify new opportunities for coastal restoration through the Restoration Forth partnership.

Job type: 14-month fixed term (with a view to making permanent)

Policy and Campaigns Officer

Closing date: 18 September 2026

We are looking for a Policy and Campaigns officer to help us be an influential voice for seabirds and our seas. Working as part of the conservation team, and closely with colleagues and volunteers from across the charity, you will have strong advocacy and campaigning skills, underpinned by solid organisation and programme management skills. And, most importantly, you will bring energy and commitment to help us realise our goals and to do more for Scotland’s seas and seabirds.

Job type: Permanent

The Scottish Seabird Centre is committed to recruiting a team that reflects the diverse community we are part of. We warmly welcome and encourage applications from people currently under-represented in the nature sector, including people from ethnically diverse backgrounds and those who are living with a disability.

We occasionally have opportunities for student placements / internships. Current vacancies are listed above. If there are no roles listed, it means that we currently do not have a live opportunity but please check back in the future. You can also sign up for our e-newsletter here.