8 job vacancies in Scotland for those who love the outdoors

If you love working in the great outdoors, we've got just the job for you (Photo: Shutterstock)

Some of us just weren't built to sit at a desk and work 9 to 5 for the bulk of our adult lives.

If you love nature and would much rather get your hands dirty outdoors than work in an office for a living, here are some Scottish job vacancies that might pique your interest.

Grounds Maintenance Operative, West Dunbartonshire Council, Clydebank (£17,381-£18,963)

This flexible Glasgow-based role is calling for someone who is used to a hands-on role and happy to carry out a wide range of grounds maintenance duties.

You'll be doing everything from grass cutting and flower bed maintenance to litter picking and street sweeping.

Apply here: myjobscotland.gov.uk

Forest Craftsperson, Forestry Commission, Lairg (£19,995-£21,175)

Anyone with previous forest management experience would be ideal for this position, located in the Highlands.

The job involves undertaking inspections of the forest space, operating machinery and carrying out repairs when necessary.

Apply here: civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk

Seasonal passenger boat crew, Anstruther Pleasure Cruises, Anstruther

If you're looking for temporary part-time work in the great outdoors, Anstruther Pleasure Cruises are currently on the hunt for crew members to work passenger trips from Anstruther to the Isle of May.

Previous experience working on boats is desired but not essential, as training will be given.

The position would suit someone who enjoys nature, the outdoors and has good customer service and communication skills.

Apply here: indeed.co.uk

Maintenance Manager, Parkdean Resorts, Southerness

Southerness holiday park near Dumfries need a new Maintenance Manager to prepare, plan and manage a planned maintenance programme for all public and staff areas, accommodation, bars and entertainment venues in the park.

Situated on a two mile stretch of beach with breath-taking views over the Solway Firth to Cumbria and a wildlife nature trail, this job will undoubtedly appeal to those who love being outside.

Apply here: peoplebank.com

You could be the new groundskeeper at Blair Atholl Estates (Photo: Shutterstock)

Head Gardener, National Trust for Scotland, Huntly (£22,631)

Experience job hunters with a green thumb can apply to look after the magnificent Leith Hall Garden and Estate, near Huntly in Aberdeenshire.

The Head Gardener is heavily involved in the development plans for the garden and wider designed landscape.

Apply here: nts.org.uk

Marine Reserve Coordinator, St Abbs and Eyemouth Voluntary Marine Reserve, Eyemouth (£28,000-£30,300)

Lovers of sealife will jump at the chance to aid in the conservation of marine wildlife at the Voluntary Marine Reserve in Berwickshire.

The hands-on role will involve surveying and recording marine life, data collection and raising awareness of the reserve.

Apply here: environmentjob.co.uk

Ranger, National Trust for Scotland, Glencoe (£8.95 per hour)

Become part of the ranger team at Glencoe and you'll get to help with the delivery of education and events at the property, take part in biological monitoring, path monitoring, visitor management, and carry out property maintenance.

Apply here: nts.org.uk

Castle Gardener/Relief Caretaker, Atholl Estates, Blair Atholl

Atholl Estates near Pitlochry are searching for the right candidate to support the maintenance and development of Blair Castle Gardens and Blair Castle Caravan Park, as well as providing relief caretaking support to Blair Castle.

The post requires high quality gardening and craft skills and confidence to carry out any ground work required.

Apply here: atholl-estates.co.uk