Head of Infrastructure Services - ORK10365
Orkney Islands Council, Kirkwall, Orkney Islands
Head of Infrastructure Services - ORK10365
£70,001+
Orkney Islands Council, Kirkwall, Orkney Islands
- Full time
- Permanent
Posted 1 day ago, 20 May | Get your application in today.
Closing date: 07-06-2026 (In 17 days)
Job ref: ORK10365
Location ref: Kirkwall, Orkney Islands
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Job Description
Head of Infrastructure Services
Orkney Islands Council
Salary: CO28: £100,250 (inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Are you an experienced and visionary leader with a passion for delivering high quality services? Do you want to make a real difference in one of the most beautiful and community-focused parts of the UK?
Orkney Islands Council is seeking an exceptional individual to join our Extended Corporate Leadership Team as Head of Infrastructure Services. This is a strategic leadership role with responsibility for a diverse and dynamic portfolio including:
Roads Operations
Waste and Recycling
Grounds Maintenance
Fleet
Quarry
Engineering
Burial Grounds
You will lead a talented and committed team, working closely with partners and stakeholders to deliver high-quality, inclusive services that enhance the lives of our communities. You will also play a key role in shaping and delivering transformational change across the Council.
We are looking for a confident and compassionate leader with significant senior management experience in a complex organisation. You will bring a strong track record of strategic planning, partnership working, and service improvement, along with the ability to inspire and empower others.
Living and Working in Orkney
Orkney offers an outstanding quality of life. With stunning natural landscapes, a rich cultural heritage, and a strong sense of community, it’s no surprise that Orkney is regularly voted one of the best places to live in the UK. Our schools are excellent, our communities are welcoming, and our work-life balance is second to none.
If you’re ready to take on a rewarding leadership role in a unique and inspiring setting, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and help shape the future of Infrastructure Services in Orkney.
If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Lorna Richardson, Director of Infrastructure and Organisational Development. lorna.richardson@orkney.gov.uk Tel: , ext: 2309
Closing date for applications is 23:59 on Sunday 7th June 2026
Please note that interview and relocation expenses will be paid for this post, in accordance with Council Policy - click here for the Relocation Policy
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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.