Author : Dominic Donaldson
Work in Scotland used to be geared towards heavy industry To find Scotland jobs you would have had to be prepared to walk the docks and find somewhere that would take you on for your shipbuilding skills, or go into manufacturing to make goods that could be exported Today heavy industry is just a small employment sector, with the workforce now primarily consisting of finance and tourism With the recent furore over the world’s banking system, job seeking in Scotland will probably be more productive for those who want to work in the service industry We take a look at some of the famous supplies that are in demand to find out what jobs might well be on offer
Scotland is famed for whiskey, shortbread, tartan and a rich heritage The stunning architecture of the country speaks volumes about the history of the country, with places such as Edinburgh attracting a large volume of visitors every year There are also the islands that lie off the coast such as the Isle of Jura and the Isle of Skye which attract visitors that want to experience the often harsh and barren yet beautiful Scottish environment The type of jobs available in the country that are supported by the tourist industry include countryside rangers, conservationists, historians, brewers and fabric makers
The textile industry is still a thriving part of the Scottish economy although the types of textiles being produced have changed over the years Traditionally, wool and hide were the main commodities, but this was soon overtaken by the production of linen in the 1700s As with the change in industry in the rest of the United Kingdom, linen production was taken over by cotton mills, which eventually dwindled as cheaper products from the east became available Thanks to the tourist industry, there was a renewed interest in traditionally manufactured fabrics and authentic Scottish textiles which lead to the re-emergence of wool and tweed production Today this industry employs around 22 thousand workers, and accounts for 3 per cent of products made in the country
Whiskey is another traditional produce that is boosted by the demand for authentic Scottish goods, and the distilleries attract many visitors every year which boosts the local economy as well as contributing to the GDP of the country Work in this sector is available to master distillers and people that have experience in the service industry Islay has eight distilleries, supporting the majority of the island’s inhabitants through skilled work and tourism
Whiskey production is a massive boost to the Scottish economy, employing over 41000 people and contributing 800 million GBP to the economy Everyone in Scotland benefits from the duty raised by the sales and exports of some of the best whiskey in the world A massive 2 6 billion GBP is generated in duty per annum which goes to the Scottish government to boost the public services As with the textile industry, it is the demand for Scottish produce that is keeping the workforce busy Industrial produce could be sourced cheaper elsewhere, but no-one can manufacture authentic Scottish products
It is this desire for authenticity that gives the goods available here a quality that cannot be matched anywhere else in the world For those who are looking for Scotland jobs, having a skill that fits in with the industry will bring job security
Dom Donaldson is a recruitment expert.
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