Orkney Islands Council - Kirkwall

£38,747 to £47,397 a year

On-sitePermanentFull time

Advert Roads Design Officer Council Offices, Kirkwall 35 hours Permanent £38,747 – £42,342 / £42,908 - £47,397 £21.23 – £23.20 / £23.51 - £25.97 per hour The above amounts include Distant Islands Allowance You will be reporting to the Team Manager (Roads Support). Your working pattern is Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm. We are happy to talk flexible working, where possible. The purpose of this role is to deliver a full range of services in support of the Council as Roads Authority with particular reference to the approved service plans and by applying the principles of the Council’s Roads Asset Management Plan (RAMP), the Roads Management and Maintenance Plan (RMMP) and other Operational plans as approved by the Council. This role will involve the review and development of Council service plans and policies relating to Roads Asset Management, Roads Management and Maintenance, Winter Service and Verge Maintenance, including carrying out the relevant consultation process and ensuring the service meets its national legislation and best practice requirements. You will be responsible for supervising and monitoring the activities of the Roads Design and Roads Safety teams as well as overseeing inspection and assessment of the condition of the roads asset and associated infrastructure to help identify current and future asset replacement priorities. Experience of supervising and monitoring staff on civil engineering or roads related projects is essential. You will be expected to travel efficiently and effectively between various work locations within Orkney (including the outer islands) to meet the operational requirements of the service. The necessary qualification, experience and skills required for this role are detailed in the ‘must have’ section of the attached job profile. These criteria are used for decisions on shortlisting and appointment of applicants. This post requires a Level 1 Disclosure check. Relocation package is available in line with Council Policy for this post, click here for the Relocation Policy. Applications close at 23:59 on Sunday 23 August 2026 with shortlisting taking place week commencing 24 August 2026 and interviews are scheduled for week commencing 7 September 2026. For a discussion about the role, contact John Coyle, Team Manager (Roads Support), at john.coyle@orkney.gov.uk or on 01856 873535 extension: 2344 For information on applying and our recruitment process, click here for Information for Applicants. We would welcome your feedback on our recruitment process. Orkney Islands Council is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, gender, race or ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status or gender reassignment status.

Orkney Islands Council - Kirkwall

£48,017 to £50,919 a year

On-sitePermanentFull time

Advert Senior Quantity Surveyor Council Offices, Kirkwall 35 hours per week Permanent £48,017 - £50,919 £26.31 - £27.90 per hour The above amounts include Distant Islands Allowance. You will be reporting to the Team Manager (Projects). Your working pattern is 09:00-17:00, Monday to Friday. We are happy to talk flexible working, where possible. The purpose of this role is to plan, manage and deliver a wide range of capital and revenue projects and commissions, as allocated by the Service Manager Property and Capital Programme and/or delegate. We are seeking an experienced professional with Quantity Surveying and Project Management skills to join an established Projects team. The post holder will be responsible for the execution of allocated projects from early inception to completion by carrying out the full range of professional duties associated with undertaking construction projects including client meetings, programme management, procurement, cost reviews, payments, valuations, variations, order placing, enquiries, preparation of cost/value reconciliation’s, contract and contractor reviews. You should be able to demonstrate the full range of professional duties associated with quantity surveying, with a good understanding of construction detailing, materials specification, contract administration and project management, together with an understanding of contract issues and CDM Regulations. The necessary qualification, experience and skills required for this role are detailed in the ‘must have’ section of the attached job profile. These criteria are used for decisions on shortlisting and appointment of applicants. This post requires a Level 1 Disclosure check. Interview expenses are payable for this post, click here for further information. Relocation package is available in line with Council Policy for this post, click here for the Relocation Policy. Applications close at 23:59 on Sunday 16 August 2026. For a discussion about the role, contact Erlend Poke, Team Manager Projects, e-mail: erlend.poke@orkney.gov.uk or Glen Thomson, Service Manager for Property and Capital Programme, e-mail: glen.thomson@orkney.gov.uk, or telephone 01856 873535. For information on applying and our recruitment process, click here for Information for Applicants. We would welcome your feedback on our recruitment process . Orkney Islands Council is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, gender, race or ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status or gender reassignment status.

Orkney Islands Council - Sanday

£31,356 to £31,995 a year

On-sitePermanentFull time

Advert Senior Youth Worker Sanday Youth Club 2 hours per week, 20 weeks per year Temporary up to 31 March 2027 £31,356 - £31,995 pro rata £17.18 - £17.53 per hour The above amounts include Distant Islands Allowance. You will be reporting to a Community Learning and Development Officer. Your working pattern is 2 hours per week, 20 weeks per year. We are happy to talk flexible working, where possible. The Senior Youth Worker is responsible for the co-ordination and running of the club, and along with the General Youth Worker is expected to work with the members to develop an interesting programme of activities in the youth club. You should have experience and an understanding of working with children and young people in an informal setting. Therefore, if you are keen to get involved in youth work and wish to further develop your current experience in supporting and working with young people, then we would be delighted to hear from you. In addition, the appointed person will be required to attend other meetings and will be offered a comprehensive training programme, over and above club sessions. The necessary qualification, experience and skills required for this role are detailed in the ‘must have’ section of the attached job profile. These criteria are used for decisions on shortlisting and appointment of applicants. This post is a regulated role with children and requires Level 2 Disclosure with PVG scheme membership. Applications close at 23:59 on Sunday 16 August 2026 For a discussion about the role, contact Richard Smith, Community Learning and Development Officer at richard.smith@orkney.gov.uk or on 01856 873535 extension 2424. For information on applying and our recruitment process, click here for Information for Applicants. We would welcome your feedback on our recruitment process. Orkney Islands Council is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, gender, race or ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status or gender reassignment status.

Orkney Islands Council - Sanday

£30,060 to £30,662 a year

On-sitePermanentFull time

Advert General Youth Worker Sanday Youth Club 2 hours per week, 20 weeks per year Temporary to 31 March 2027 £30,060 - £30,662 pro rata £16.47 - £16.80 per hour The above amounts include Distant Islands Allowance. You will be reporting to a Community Learning and Development Officer. Your working pattern is 2 hours per week, 20 weeks per year. We are happy to talk flexible working, where possible. The role of the General Youth Worker is to provide support to the Senior Youth Worker in developing a varied weekly programme of activities, in consultation with club members. You should have experience and an understanding of working with children and young people in an informal setting. Therefore, if you are keen to get involved in youth work and wish to further develop your current experience in supporting and working with young people, then we would be delighted to hear from you. In addition, the appointed person will be required to attend other meetings and will be offered a comprehensive training programme, over and above club sessions. The necessary qualification, experience and skills required for this role are detailed in the ‘must have’ section of the attached job profile. These criteria are used for decisions on shortlisting and appointment of applicants. This post is a regulated role with children and requires Level 2 Disclosure with PVG scheme membership. Applications close at 23:59 on Sunday 16 August 2026 For a discussion about the role, contact Richard Smith at richard.smith@orkney.gov.uk or on 01856 873535 extension 2424. For information on applying and our recruitment process, click here for Information for Applicants. We would welcome your feedback on our recruitment process . Orkney Islands Council is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, gender, race or ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status or gender reassignment status.

Orkney Islands Council - Kirkwall

£32,976 to £33,652 a year

On-sitePermanentFull time

Advert Public Lighting Operative Hatston Depot 37 hours per week Permanent £32,976 - £33,652 £17.09 - £17.44 per hour The above amounts include Distant Islands Allowance. You will be reporting to Darren Bisby, Team Manager Roads and Grounds Operations. Your working pattern is Monday to Thursday 8am to 4pm and Friday 8am to 3.30pm. We are happy to talk flexible working, where possible. The purpose of this role is to undertake as part of a team, the maintenance of public lighting installations and associated infrastructure. We are looking to appoint a full time Public Lighting Operative to to undertake as part of a team the installation and maintenance of street lighting columns, control gear and other street furniture. This will include the setting out of work in relation to the construction of public lighting installations. The necessary qualification, experience and skills required for this role are detailed in the ‘must have’ section of the attached job profile. These criteria are used for decisions on shortlisting and appointment of applicants. This post involves a contractual requirement to: • participate in a standby rota covering out of hours, click here for Standby Information . This post requires a Level 1 Disclosure check. Applications close at 23:59 on Sunday 23 August 2026. For a discussion about the role, contact Darren Bisby Team Manager Roads and Grounds Operations at Darren.bisby@orkney.gov.uk or on 01856 873535 ext. 4224 For information on applying and our recruitment process, click here for Information for Applicants. We would welcome your feedback on our recruitment process . Orkney Islands Council is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, gender, race or ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status or gender reassignment status.

Orkney Islands Council - Kirkwall

£35,553 to £38,309 a year

On-sitePermanentFull time

Advert Energy and Design Technician Council Offices, Kirkwall 35 hours per week Permanent £35,553 - £38,309 £19.48 - £20.99 per hour The above amounts include Distant Islands Allowance. You will be reporting to the Team Manager (Energy). Your working pattern is 0900 - 1700 Monday to Friday. We are happy to talk flexible working, where possible. The purpose of this role is to have responsibility for auditing and managing utilities and developing and managing projects in relation to energy management and water conservation. Development and implementation of all project areas contained in the Local Heat and Energy Efficiency Strategies (LHEES) and other energy and water conservation plants as required. The necessary qualification, experience and skills required for this role are detailed in the ‘must have’ section of the attached job profile. These criteria are used for decisions on shortlisting and appointment of applicants. This post requires a Level 1 Disclosure check. Applications close at 23.59 on Sunday 16 August 2026 For a discussion about the role, contact Alistair Morton, Team Manager Energy e-mail alistair.morton@orkney.gov.uk or Glen Thomson, Service Manager for Property and Capital Programme, e-mail glen.thomson@orkney.gov.uk telephone 01856 873535. For information on applying and our recruitment process, click here for Information for Applicants. We would welcome your feedback on our recruitment process . Orkney Islands Council is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, gender, race or ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status or gender reassignment status.

West Lothian Council current - Polbeth

£25,377 to £25,377 a year

On-sitePermanentFull time

Job Advert 10 hours per week, 38 weeks per year, Permanent Work at 83 locations throughout West Lothian to assist members of the public cross the road at key times when students are travelling to and from school. Full training and uniform will be provided and staff will operate within the Council’s health and safety and all other policies and procedures. Post Location No. of Posts Hrs per Wk Weeks per Yr Mon-Thu Fri Mon-Thu SPLIT Fri SPLIT Crossing Patrol Guide St Mary's Primary School - Polbeth 1 10.00 38 08:00 09:00 08:00 09:00 15:00 16:00 12:00 13:00 We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds. This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made by West Lothian Council.

West Lothian Council current - Bathgate

£28,455 to £30,595 a year

On-sitePermanentFull time

Job Advert 36 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, Fixed Term until 31 December 2026 Be one of a team of FM Assistants providing direct support to staff, students, clients and members of the community at establishments within designated areas. To undertake duties relating to the operation of the building and surrounding grounds, ensuring minimal disruption to the daily activities of establishment users. We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds. This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made by West Lothian Council.

Orkney Islands Council - Kirkwall

£38,747 to £42,342 a year

On-sitePermanentFull time

Advert Project Officer (All Age Work Experience) Council Offices, Kirkwall 35 hours per week Temporary up to 31 March 2027 £38,747 - £42,342 £21.23 - £23.20 per hour The above amounts include Distant Islands Allowance You will be reporting to the Service Manager (Organisational Development). Your working pattern is Monday to Friday, 9.00am – 5.00pm. We are happy to talk flexible working including working hybrid and part time. The purpose of this role is to s upporting the project delivery of an All-Age Work Experience and Work Placements initiative to support the Orkney Local Employability Partnership commitments to the employability agenda. This will cover everything from project coordination and stakeholder engagement, to supporting the improvement of systems and processes. Following the development of an All Age Work Experience and Placements Framework, Orkney Islands Council is seeking a Project Officer to lead the implementation phase of this exciting initiative. The programme aims to provide flexible, inclusive and accessible work experience, placements and supported workplace opportunities for people of all ages across Orkney, helping individuals to develop skills, confidence and experience whilst supporting local workforce development and employability objectives. We are looking for someone who can turn plans into action. Working closely with our services, partner organisations, and participants, you will coordinate the rollout of the programme, develop training and engagement materials, support placement opportunities, and ensure the programme is embedded effectively across the organisation. You will be responsible for building and maintaining stakeholder relationships, promoting participation, monitoring progress against agreed outcomes, identifying and addressing implementation challenges, and supporting the evaluation and continuous improvement of the programme. You will also contribute to reporting on programme performance and impact, helping to ensure its long-term sustainability. The necessary qualification, experience and skills required for this role are detailed in the ‘must have’ section of the attached job profile. These criteria are used for decisions on shortlisting and appointment of applicants. This post requires a Level 1 Disclosure check. Applications close at 23.59 on Sunday 16 August 2026, with shortlisting taking place week commencing 17 August 2026 and interviews are scheduled for week commencing 24 August 2026. For a discussion about the role, contact Nicola Fyffe at nicola.fyffe@orkney.gov.uk or on 01856 873535 ext. 3303. For information on applying and our recruitment process, click here for Information for Applicants. We would welcome your feedback on our recruitment process. Orkney Islands Council is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, gender, race or ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status or gender reassignment status.

Orkney Islands Council - Kirkwall

£32,743 to £35,006 a year

On-sitePermanentFull time

Advert CLLD Assistant Project Officer Council Offices, Kirkwall 35 hours per week Permanent £32,743 - £35,006 £17.94 - £19.18 per hour The above amounts include Distant Islands Allowance. You will be reporting to the Community Led Local Development (CLLD) Manager. Your working pattern is Monday to Friday, 0900 – 1700 hrs. We are happy to talk flexible working, where possible. The purpose of this role is to include financial and administrative support of the Community Led Local Development team in processing and monitoring grant applicants, claims and payments. We are looking for a highly organised individual to join us as Assistant Project Officer in the Community Led Local Development team (CLLD). Part of the Enterprise and Economic Growth service, our team is responsible for managing and distributing both the Scottish Government CLLD funding as well as Council community development grants to community organisations across Orkney. The successful candidate will support the CLLD team by processing grant applications and the payment of claims, ensuring compliance with scheme guidelines. This will require attention to detail and effective communication, both within the team, across departments, and with applicants. You will have responsibility for developing and maintaining spreadsheets for accurate recording and monitoring of our various funding streams, including monthly reconciliation with the council’s financial system. Familiarity with public sector funding will be crucial to this role, therefore we ask that applicants have experience with grant-assisted projects. The successful candidate will also provide team administrative support to the CLLD Team and the Local Action Group that oversees CLLD strategy and funding, such as minute-taking and other financial processes. The necessary qualification, experience and skills required for this role are detailed in the ‘must have’ section of the attached job profile. These criteria are used for decisions on shortlisting and appointment of applicants. This post requires a Level 1 Disclosure check. Applications close on 23:59 on Sunday 16 August 2026, with shortlisting taking place w/c 17 August 2026 and interviews are scheduled for w/c 31 August 2026. For a discussion about the role, contact Service Manager (Enterprise) at laura.hutton@orkney.gov.uk or on (01856) 873535 Extn. 2519. For information on applying and our recruitment process, click here for Information for Applicants. We would welcome your feedback on our recruitment process. Orkney Islands Council is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, gender, race or ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status or gender reassignment status.