Be part of something bold, collaborative and pragmatic. We are a friendly bunch, offering competitive pay and benefits, flexibility, great working culture, and much more. Applicants are welcome from all walks of life with diverse backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences. If you require changes or amendments during our recruitment process, that would enable you to do as well as possible in the process, please let us know.
Work with us
Join us on this journey of hope and positive action to rewild the Scottish Highlands.
You can view our career opportunities below. Please also follow us on LinkedIn and subscribe to our newsletter to hear about upcoming opportunities with us.
Current Roles
Tree Seed Collection Project Assistant
Be part of improving native tree supply in Scotland. You’ll support the Tree Seed Collection Project Officer who has the responsibility of coordinating volunteers and the collection of tree seed from target species and geographical areas in Scotland (including the west coast, islands and Affric Highlands area) in order to address native tree shortages and support Trees for Life, Woodland Trust Scotland and other partners with a seed supply of local provenance trees.
What you will do in a typical day:
- Support the Project Officer with volunteer event coordination and other admin tasks.
- Support the Project Officer with creation of content for social media.
- Triage and coordinate the onward journey of tree seeds collected by volunteers.
- Administration and data management of tree seed batches sent by volunteers.
- Participate in tree seed collection activities, partnership events and engagement activities.
- Support the Project Officer with landowner permissions for tree seed collection.
Salary: £22,948 – £25,347 pro rata
Hours: 14 hours p/w (0.4 contract) – 1 year fixed term contract until 31 May 2026
Location: Dundreggan estate and remote working
Application closing date: Sunday 25 May
View the full Role Profile here.
Please email the completed Application form, Personal Details form and Equal Opportunity form to jobs@treesforlife.org.uk
Operations Manager, Dundreggan Rewilding Centre
Are you an experienced operations leader who thrives in dynamic, people-focused environments?
Are you inspired by nature, rewilding, and creating unforgettable visitor experiences?
If so, this is a rare opportunity to play a key role at the pioneering Dundreggan Rewilding Centre, the world’s first centre dedicated to rewilding.
As Operations Manager, you’ll oversee the day-to-day running of this unique site in the heart of the Highlands, ensuring a smooth, inspiring, and welcoming experience for every visitor.
Working closely with the Centre Director and teams across facilities, catering, accommodation, and visitor engagement, you’ll ensure operations run efficiently and in line with Trees for Life’s values. From supervising staff to optimising systems and solving daily challenges, you’ll be at the heart of this vibrant and mission-led team. This is a role for someone who is highly organised, people-savvy, and ready to help shape a meaningful and innovative space for nature connection and learning.
Salary: £37,632 – £44,114 p/a (depending on experience)
Start date: As soon as possible
Hours: 35 hours p/w, full-time, with some weekend or evening work as needed
Contract type: Permanent
Application closing date: Monday 19 May
Location: Dundreggan Rewilding Centre
View the full Role Profile here.
Please email the completed Application form, Personal Details form and Equal Opportunity form to jobs@treesforlife.org.uk
Heritage and Gaelic Development Officer
We’re looking for someone who has experience of living or working in a rural area, and is passionate about protecting and sharing Highland heritage.
Salary: £29,996 – £34,133
Hours: 35 hours p/w – 3 year fixed term contract
Application closing date: Sunday 11 May
Location: Hybrid. Home, Glenmoriston hot desk and Dundreggan Rewilding Centre.
View the full Role Profile here.
Please email the completed Application form, Personal Details form and Equal Opportunity form to jobs@treesforlife.org.uk
Don’t meet every single requirement? That’s okay. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team, and we know that skills and experience come in many forms. The right mindset, attitude, and potential to grow are just as important to us as ticking every box. If you’re excited about this role, meet the core criteria and feel you can make a meaningful contribution – we encourage you to apply.
Staff benefits
- Living wage employer and progressive salary structure
- Workplace pension scheme with 3% employer contribution
- Enhanced holiday allowance – up to 37 days per year
- Festive shutdown – offices closed over Christmas break
- Flexible and hybrid working (depending on role)
- Enhanced sick pay
- Outdoor clothing allowance
- Cycle to work scheme
- Training and development opportunities
- Sabbatical leave
- Volunteering opportunities
- Use of pool cars for work-related travel
- Dog friendly offices
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Hopeful and bold, we are committed to creating nature-rich landscapes that include and support people. Our vision is of a revitalised wild forest in the Scottish Highlands, providing space for wildlife to flourish and communities to thrive.
The key to rewilding’s success is people. At Trees for Life we welcome applications from everyone. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive organisation, and recognise that some communities currently remain underrepresented in the environmental and conservation sector, including in the Scottish Highlands. We welcome applications from individuals from minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled communities, and those from underrepresented socioeconomic backgrounds. We are committed to proactively diversifying our sector, especially in leadership roles.
Just as biodiversity enhances ecosystems, diverse people enrich our sector and help us take bolder, more impactful action for nature. Rewilding is a shared journey, and together, we’re crafting a diverse, living landscape that supports communities and local livelihoods.
If you require any additional support or adjustments for the application or interview process, please don’t hesitate to contact us at jobs@treesforlife.org.uk
Gaelic (Gàidhlig)
Gaelic is the oldest surviving language in Scotland and has been spoken throughout these glens for centuries. Gaelic is deeply connected to our landscapes, nature and rewilding, and forms an integral part of Scotland’s culture and heritage.
We recognise the language’s vital role in shaping both our past and future, and actively encourage Gaelic learners and speakers to apply for all our roles.
Tha sinn a’ coimhead air adhart ris an iarrtas agaibh fhaighinn! We look forward to receiving your application!
Volunteer
Rewilding Weeks: Spend an unforgettable week helping to restore the Caledonian forest. Activities may include growing and planting trees, monitoring wildlife and supporting other vital restoration work. > Find out more
Nursery Volunteering: We offer day volunteering for locals at our Dundreggan Tree Nursery in Glenmoriston – usually on a Wednesday, from mid-March to mid-November. Help with seasonal tasks such as seed sowing, transplanting seedlings, weeding around seedlings, digging and packing trees for dispatch. For more info please email: nursery@treesforlife.org.uk
Trustees
*Applications for new trustees are currently on hold*
Please note that we do update this page regularly.
