We'd love to hear from you if you’re: experienced in the practical aspects of managing a house and garden site proactive and focused on solutions, mindful of the operational needs of a site highly organised and skilled at planning, with a good eye for detail adept at working to multiple deadlines and managing your own workload a skilled communicator who can forge strong relationships, both externally and internally a problem-solver, able to work on your own initiative Site ManagerIt's an exciting time to join the team, as the project to create a nature reserve and a place where everyone can enjoy being out in nature is nearing completion. Sandilands, over on the Lincolnshire Coast, will create a haven for wildlife and provides a vital stop-over point for migrating birds on the East Coast Flyway. You'll have the opportunity to help shape the day-to-day operations with the reserve, working closely with a small team to deliver a great visitor experience and helping everyone to access nature safely.Day to day, you’ll be responsible for planning and running the on-site operations here. You’ll work closely with the General Manager and the Visitor Operations Manager to help drive the offer forwards. You’ll be line managing a Welcome and Service Assistant, ensuring everyone feels welcome on site.You’ll be responsible for managing contractors, as their main contact on site, and for compliance, organising access and making sure our work systems are always safe.The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary• Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)• Rental deposit loan scheme• Season ticket loan• EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria)• Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts• Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.• Flexible working whenever possible• Employee assistance programme• Free parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you. *Internal Applicants only*Our colleagues work for the National Trust in many locations and sometimes don't have easy access to internal vacancy listings. Using the internet ensures we can reach as many of our colleagues as possible. We appreciate that this can be frustrating for external talent. Do note that some roles are released externally after an initial period of time.Closing Date: 26th April 2026To apply for this vacancy simply click the 'apply' button in the top right hand side of the page.If you need any help with your application, i.e. due to technical difficulties, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at recruitmentenquiries@nationaltrust.org.ukIf you require an adjustment to the application process, for example due to disability or medical condition, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at adjustments@nationaltrustjobs.org.uk and we'll support you as best as we can. For examples of how, please see our supporting you page.Equal Opportunities Statement The National Trust celebrates diversity and is committed to creating a fair and equal society, free from discrimination. You can read more about our commitment to inclusion and diversity here. Safeguarding Statement The National Trust is committed to a safe recruitment processes to help the organisation attract and appoint the right staff/volunteer for the role and responsibilities as set out in the vacancy advert. We will not accept applicants who are not suitable to work with children, young people or adults at risk. If you have any questions around your suitability for this vacancy, please contact the people service centre. Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early and therefore we encourage you to apply for this position early. 174377IRC174377Sutton-on-SeaPermanent f/t (37.5 hrs pw)Ends: Apr 19th INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLYWe’re looking for a Site Manager to join us at Sandilands to take care of the daily operations here.You'll be required to work alternate weekends, but we can be flexible on which weekdays you work. This can be discussed further at interview stage.Sandilands, Huttoft Bank, Sutton-on-Sea, LN12 2SECompliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK27,612 pa