Ferry Replacement Programme Manager
Orkney Islands Council, Kirkwall, Orkney Islands
Ferry Replacement Programme Manager
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Orkney Islands Council, Kirkwall, Orkney Islands
- Full time
- Permanent
- Remote working
Posted 2 days ago, 28 Oct | Get your application in today.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
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Location ref: Kirkwall, Orkney Islands
Full Job Description
The purpose of this role is to lead the Council's Ferry Replacement Programme and associated landside infrastructure improvements, including the development and enhancement of piers and harbours, as part of a strategic rolling programme. The postholder will ensure projects are progressed effectively and on schedule, with appropriate governance arrangements in place and funding secured to support successful delivery.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to lead a high-profile, high-value programme that will play a vital role in securing the future of island connectivity. We are seeking a motivated and experienced project professional with a proven track record of managing complex infrastructure projects, working collaboratively with a range of stakeholders, and delivering successful outcomes within challenging environments.
While this is a significant and ambitious programme, you will not be delivering it alone. You will be supported by a wider multidisciplinary team, with expertise from across engineering, transportation, marine services and ferries.
Remote working will be considered for this post, however there may be some travel to Orkney required to the meet the demands of the position.
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.
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Orkney Islands Council
View full company profileForget images of remote islands - Orkney is well served by superb modern transport links. Forget the idea of a few people in the middle of no-where - Orkney is home to over 20,000 people. Orkney may bring to mind certain images, but the chances are they are, to say the least, a little off the mark. Sure, we're a bit off the beaten track, but the needs of our community are just the same as anywhere else. And, as a result, the opportunities we can offer you are comparable with those you'll find elsewhere. Of course, there are a few differences: for starters Orkney consists of 100,000 hectares spread over 70+ small islands (19 of which are inhabited), so, like our service users, you'll need to make the most of the transportation links which are vital to Orkney's social and economic well-being. Orkney Islands Council may be the smallest local authority in Scotland, but we can offer some big challenges. And big opportunities. This could be your big chance to make the move, and make a difference. OIC has an impact on many aspects of everyday life. With around 1,800 staff, we are also the county’s biggest employer.