Scottish Highlands Jobs

Looking for work in the Scottish Highlands? Whether you’re seeking seasonal employment, full-time career opportunities, or remote work, this page provides essential job search resources and industry insights to help you find the right role.

Job Search Websites

  • MyJobScotland – Local government jobs across the Highlands.
  • HiJobs – Jobs specifically in the Highlands and Islands.
  • Indeed Scotland – Nationwide job listings, including the Highlands.
  • S1Jobs – Scottish job search website.

Key Industries Hiring in the Highlands

1. Tourism & Hospitality

  • Hotels, restaurants, and visitor attractions frequently hire for roles such as chefs, tour guides, and front-of-house staff.
  • Major employers: Macdonald Hotels, The Kingsmills Hotel, Inverlochy Castle Hotel.

2. Renewable Energy & Engineering

  • Scotland is a leader in renewable energy, with offshore wind, hydro, and forestry industries growing.
  • Major employers: SSE Renewables, ScottishPower, Balfour Beatty.

3. Agriculture & Forestry

  • Farming, estate management, and conservation jobs are in demand.
  • Major employers: Forestry and Land Scotland, private estates, local farms.

4. Healthcare & Social Care

  • The NHS and private care providers regularly recruit doctors, nurses, and support staff.
  • Major employers: NHS Highland, Barchester Healthcare, HC-One.

5. Retail & Customer Service

  • Opportunities in supermarkets, independent shops, and service industries.
  • Major employers: Tesco, Co-op, Morrisons, Boots.

6. IT & Remote Work

  • Growing opportunities for tech jobs, digital marketing, and remote work.
  • Major employers: Local startups, remote-first companies, freelancers.

Seasonal & Short-Term Work

  • Hospitality & Tourism (summer & winter seasons): Visit Season Workers.
  • Fruit Picking & Farming: Check British Summer Fruits.
  • Ski Resort Jobs (winter season): Opportunities at Cairngorm Mountain & Nevis Range.

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