At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the Ferry Replacement Programme and enhance piers and harbours for island connectivity.
- Company: Orkney Islands Council, committed to equal opportunities and community development.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, relocation package, and interview expenses covered.
- Other info: Exciting career growth opportunities in a supportive and dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on island connectivity and manage high-profile infrastructure projects.
- Qualifications: Experience in managing complex projects and collaborating with diverse stakeholders.
The predicted salary is between 30.35 - 30.35 £ per hour.
Advert Ferry Replacement Programme Manager 35 hours per week Permanent £52,361 - £55,390 £28.69 - £30.35 per hour The above amounts include Distant Islands Allowance You will be reporting to Service Manager for Transportation.
Your working pattern is 0900 – 1700 Monday - Friday.
We are happy to talk flexible working, where possible.
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 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.
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.
This post is classed as a politically restricted post under the provisions of the Local Government and Housing Act 1989.
I nterview 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 on 23.59 Sunday 30 August 2026, with shortlisting taking place w/c 31 August 2026 and interviews are scheduled for w/c 14 September 2026.
For a discussion about the role, contact Laura Cromarty at or on
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.
Ferry Replacement Programme Manager - ORK10628 in Kirkwall employer: Orkney Islands Council
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