Senior ICT Officer

Job Description

To assist the ICT Team Leaders to ensure that the ICT service meets the needs of the Council and is delivered as effectively and efficiently as possible.

 

Requirements

Under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure Check.

 

Responsibilities

The following list represents a comprehensive list of tasks appropriate to Senior ICT Officer posts at this level. Certain tasks are generic in nature and will be performed by most, if not all, of the Senior ICT Officers. Other tasks are more specialised and will only pertain to specific individuals.

1. Assist in the development and implementation of ICT systems.

2. Assist with service delivery in relation to Infrastructure, Operation and User Support.

3. Assist, where appropriate, in strategy and planning initiatives with regard to the specified function of the service area.

4. Assist, where appropriate, in management and administration with regard to ICT contracts, projects and resources.

5. Adopt and promote council policies.

6. Any other duties.

 

The Individual

Significant experience in an ICT environment

* HNC/HND in a relevant subject

Ability to plan, schedule and monitor work to meet time and quality targets

Analytical and systematic approach to problem solving

Ability to select appropriately from available standards, tools, methods and applications.

Ability to absorb new technical information rapidly and apply it effectively

Good appreciation of wider role of ICT and how it fits into the business of the client

Awareness of developing technologies and their application

Ability to communicate fluently orally and in writing and to present complex technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences

Ability to work well as part of a team

Ability to transport items of computer equipment in line with health and safety requirements.

Temporary position 18-24 months

 

Closing Date: 20 January 2026

Starting Salary: £38,699 - £49,273

£20.53 - £26.14 per hour

36.25 hours per week

 

Proposed Interview Date: TBC

 

For further information contact Jeanette Netherwood, 07527 387543