Posted: 11/03/2025 16:36:04
The Tall Ship Glenlee Trust is a registered Scottish Charity, accredited museum, and popular Glasgow visitor attraction/events venue welcoming over 100,000 visitors onboard per annum. From a Clydebuilt cargo vessel built in 1896 to a sail training icon of the Spanish Navy, The Tall Ship Glenlee has adapted to many changes over her 128-year history. The sail-powered cargo vessel circumnavigated the globe several times, underpinned by the famous Clydebuilt steel hull that has far outlived her original purpose;- when she found new life as a naval classroom for building maritime skills for over 70 years in Spain. Threatened with scrappage, the then Clyde Maritime Trust bought the ship with an ambitious restoration plan in 1992, which has enabled a new life for the ship in Glasgow. The Tall Ship continues to share stories of the people and places of the ship’s history while providing a unique space for learning, heritage, and community engagement.The Tall Ship Glenlee Trust also wholly owns the subsidiary business, Clyde Maritime Centre which is responsible for commercial activities and employment of staff in support of the visitor attraction and events venue.
Our Mission: The mission of The Tall Ship Glenlee Trust is to care for the Glenlee and share the history of ships built on the Clyde for the benefit of all to enjoy and learn through its unique maritime heritage.
Our Vision: The vision of The Tall Ship Glenlee Trust is to inspire people worldwide in the history and development of our iconic ship, Glenlee, through enjoyable, engaging, and informative experiences.
To ensure the right blend of support for our senior management and staff team, and to strengthen and complement our existing Board members’ diverse range of skills and experience, we are looking for new individuals with experience in at least one of the following areas:
▪ Business development and strategic planning
▪ Project Management
▪ Visitor attraction and hospitality management
▪ Legal / Charity Legislation and status
▪ Fundraising – Philanthropy and Donor Relationships
▪ HR/People Management
Minimum commitment on average 1-2 days equivalent per month to attend board meetings, in-house events and provide guidance when required.
Board meetings take place in person, quarterly on Tuesday mornings.
To apply please send your C.V. and a supporting statement by email to Fiona Greer - fiona.greer@thetallship.com
Deadline for applications is Monday 31st March 2025
