Job Description

Electronic Systems Officer | Full time | 35 hours

Full Time Salary

: 36,932 - 40,123

Hours

: 35 hours per week |

Location

: National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh


National Museums Scotland is one of the leading museum groups in Europe with one of the largest and most diverse collections in the world.


As an organisation our values are

Creative

,

Inclusive

,

Collaborative

and

Forward-thinking

.


We are looking for an enthusiastic, passionate, honest, service-driven individual to join our Estates team.

Benefits of joining us as our Electronic Systems Officer will include

:


Annually alongside your salary of 36,932 - 40,123, National Museums Scotland contributes 28.97% of this towards you being a member of the Civil Service Pension Scheme A generous annual leave of 28.5 days - rising to 33.5 after 5 years, plus an additional 8 paid days public holidays. Cycle to Work scheme Free access to national (and international) museums and exhibitions Exclusive discounts on both local and national High Street and online retailers A range of wellbeing benefits including Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 Flexible working options such as hybrid working, part time working, paid special leave, career breaks and unpaid leave Access to all the above and more from day one of employment.

To see more of our benefits please visit out dedicated benefits page on our careers portal.

About the Electronic Systems Officer role

:


The role of Electronic Systems Officer is based in the National Museum of Scotland in Chambers Street Edinburgh and is an integral member of the Estates team, with the responsibility for our other 4 locations covering the National Museum of Flight at East Fortune; the National Museum of Rural Life at East Kilbride; the National War Museum in Edinburgh Castle and the National Museum Collection Centre in Granton, Edinburgh. Your post is responsible for the operational running of systems such as fire detection, access security control, CCTV, security intruder systems and programmable lighting systems; this for both routine and reactive maintenance as well as lifecycle upgrades and replacements. You will also be involved in our On Call rota which involves covering 1 week in 5 being on duty from the Monday to Monday the following week.

As an Electronic Systems Officer at National Museums Scotland you will

:


Manage and supervise the service provider contractor in their duties and operation of the electronic systems controlling Fire, Security, CCTV and Access control for all sites Assist the Building Services & Energy Manager and Head of Estates by developing proposals, specifications and scope of works documents and tenders for Fire, Security, CCTV and Access control for implementation on sites not presently protected, and for upgrading existing control systems Manage the installation of new systems through the service provider and specialist contractors Assess and prioritise reported repairs and maintenance of systems, and to use technical knowledge to identify causes of faults and effectively manage service provider and specialist maintenance contractors Provide ongoing training, operational advice and development in the appropriate use of systems for required staff Operate and manage the system of hot work/permit to work throughout the Chambers Street site to ensure safe working and minimise contractor risk Manage electronic drawing records, working with the service provider towards the continued updating of the asset management register Programme and operate gallery lighting control within The National Museum of Scotland to meet changing needs, and to minimise energy as required Undertake any other reasonably required duties as instructed by line manager or someone acting on their behalf, in addition to the role specific responsibilities detailed above

Skills and experience we're looking for in our Electronic Systems Officer

:


Proven relevant experience in Fire, Security, CCTV & Access computer-based software programmes Experience of developing minor works projects, and maintenance programmes Experience of managing electronic systems Experience of managing contractors Experience of managing and maintaining integrated facilities management systems

Hiring the right person for the right job is everything to us. We want to encourage you to apply if you think this is the role for you.

Please be sure to view our recruitment pack for this role (available on our careers website: careers.nms.ac.uk) for full details of the position that may help with your application.

The closing date for this role is 26/09/2025. The Selection Event is likely to take place 02/10/2025.