Total 53 Senior Executive job vacancies in Aberdeen, AB25

FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES SCOTLAND (FCAS)

Role: Senior/Supervising Social Worker

Location: Hybrid - Case Locations Covering North East/East of Scotland

Salary: £30,338 - £41,052 Per Annum Dependent Upon Experience

Benefits: Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave Rising to 35 Days with Length of Service + Bank Holidays, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme and on-site Free Parking.

ABOUT US

We've been supporting children and young people since 2002 - Along with our sister organisation Foster Care Associates, we're one of the UK's largest and best respected fostering organisations, which means we're able to offer exceptional resources, support and expertise to help change the experiences and life chances of children and young people.

We have a dedicated focus on supporting foster children and foster carers in Scotland. Our primary aim is to give children and young people the opportunity to achieve their full potential and to live fulfilling lives in the community. Over the last 22 years, we have cared for over 2000 children and young people.

Our expertise and commitment to fostering has been recognised by The Care Inspectorate for Scotland, who rate our work as 'Very Good', reflecting the hard work and contribution of everyone here.

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE:

• Support foster carers and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care.
• Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of Foster carers ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people.
• Ensure that carers fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCAS' policies and procedures.
• Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster carers in line with FCAS' Operational Standards.
• Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined.
• Ensure each child and foster carer are fully compliant in respect of all key documentation.
• Attend meetings and/or provide reports for Commissioning Teams to address individual packages of care.
• Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community.
• Participate in an 'out of hours' support service on a rota basis
• Participate in day 'duty system' on a rota basis supporting referrals team

YOU MUST HAVE:

• A Social Work qualification
• Valid Social Work Registration or equivalent
• Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing
• A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures
• The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away)
• Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations
• Full driving licence

For more information about this post please contact Amanda Hartley, Fostering Service Manager on 0141 646 1400.

To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch.

No agencies please.

Foster Care Associates Scotland is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a PVG check at enhanced level if successful for the position.

We are working with leading oil and gas company based in Aberdeen, We are looking to get a Customer service advisor to cover a peak period over the next two weeks.

**Location: Aberdeen

**Duration: 2 weeks

**Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

**Key Responsibilities:**

- Contacting clients to ensure satisfaction with our services and identifying any further order needs

- Conducting stock checks and managing orders

- Updating and maintaining customer records with accuracy

- Supporting general administrative tasks as needed

**Requirements:**

- Proven customer service experience

- A professional and confident telephone manner

- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

- Sage experience is an advantage but not essential

This is a great short-term opportunity for someone who can hit the ground running and provide exceptional service.

Interested? Please forward your CV to darryl.docherty@search.co.uk, or call 07552614623 for more information.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

Job Purpose:

Before applying for this job, it is important that you read the Applicant Guidance by clicking on this link and the Job Profile attached. These explain the job role and the type of person we're looking for.

Location: Marischal College, Broad Street, Aberdeen

Duration: Permanent, Full Time

Roles that require PVG Membership

Please note that with effect from 1 April 2023, where a role requires PVG membership, candidates will be required to meet the cost of the PVG membership. This applies only to roles with a full time equivalent salary of £30,000 and above. (Teaching roles and jobs at Grade 11 and above (currently £30,727 per annum / £15.97 per hour)

The Council will pay for the PVG membership cost initially, either £18 for existing PVG scheme members, or £59 for non-members, and this cost will be deducted from an employee’s first FULL month’s salary payment.

Job purpose/about the role

Responsible to a Team Leader as part of a team caring for the built and natural environment and creating the conditions for growth for Aberdeen through the development and implementation of an up-to-date and long-term land use and transportation planning framework and related matters to comply with statutory requirements.

The post holder needs to hold as a minimum:

Degree (or equivalent) in Town Planning or related discipline (e.g. Geography,
Environmental Studies)

Membership of the RTPI or other appropriate professional institute, or can demonstrate
a commitment to actively working towards achieving professional membership

The postholder is able to demonstrate:

Workload planning

Making a difference/outcome focused where it counts

Development and implementation of land use, transportation/related planning policies

Appropriate legislation, procedures, government advice and best practice.

About Us

Please see the Job Profile for further details.

Aberdeen City Council is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. For further information, please see our Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Recruitment pack.

Flexible Working

We are happy to talk flexible working and offer flexible working for most roles in the organisation meaning that many of our employees enjoy the freedom of choosing a working pattern that suits them as much as it suits the organisation.

Disability Confident

We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you consider yourself to have a disability and think you may require a reasonable adjustment to be made for this part of the selection process, or would like further information in relation to reasonable adjustments, please contact AskHR@aberdeencity.gov.uk.

Armed Forces

We are a forces-friendly employer, have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a silver award recipient in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We have a specific email address for those in the forces, those who have left the forces, as well as their partners / spouses / families: armedforces@aberdeencity.gov.uk. We are able to answer questions about jobs and our application / selection process, as well as about our employee support provisions.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme

We have a number of guaranteed interview schemes available to applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role they are applying for who:

• have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010 (all jobs)
• looked after young people, those that are in continuing care or are a care leaver up to the age of 29 (all jobs)
• are aged 16-24 and live in Aberdeen City or have been to an Aberdeen City Council school and are applying for a Modern Apprenticeship (except Trades apprenticeships)
• have done a Foundation Apprenticeship with Aberdeen City Council and are applying for any apprenticeships relevant to the area in which they did their Foundation Apprenticeship
• are New Scots* aged 16-24 and are applying for any apprenticeships

*"New Scots" are defined as refugees and asylum seekers who are in Scottish communities and include those who have been granted refugee status or another form of humanitarian protection, people seeking asylum, those who have been refused asylum, and those whose application has been refused but who remain in Scotland.

Further information can be found at https://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/services/jobs

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Senior Nurse - Care Home

Hours: 42 hours per week

Salary - £23.80 per hour - DAYS

Location: Aberdeen, AB22 8ZP

We are proud to be working with one of the biggest independent care providers in the UK. They are currently seeking a compassionate and dedicated Senior Nurse to join their esteemed care home in Aberdeen. This is a wonderful opportunity to work with a highly respected organisation and make a positive impact in the lives of those in need.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Senior Nurse (General) at a care home, you’ll use your leadership skills to make sure our client's residents get the quality care we’re known for. We’ll look to you to be a hands-on clinical leader that creates a safe and supportive environment for our client's residents with a range of mental and physical needs. You’ll use your professional judgment to make critical clinical decisions, from assessing the needs of a new resident to implementing safeguarding policies and administrating medicines in line with NMC regulations. As part of your wide range of responsibilities, you’ll support and mentor your team to make sure they have the clinical training they need to deliver the highest standards of nursing. As a Senior Nurse (General), you’ll have the freedom and autonomy to do things the right way – and be truly valued and respected for what you do.

ABOUT YOU

To join as a Senior Nurse (General), you’ll need to be a Registered Nurse (RGN) with a current NMC registration and a mentoring or supervision qualification. Experience in producing care plans and detailed risk assessments is important, as is up-to-date knowledge of the most recent clinical practices. We’ll also look for an understanding of regulatory frameworks, including DoLs/MCA and Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines. You’ll be a natural leader and problem solver who has worked with older people and acted as a clinical mentor, including supporting newly qualified nurses through their preceptorship. Dedicated, ambitious and resilient, you’ll have a strong track record of delivering improvements to achieve quality care.

REWARDS PACKAGE

As well as a competitive salary, our client offers one of the best rewards packages in the care sector. Your generous benefits would include:

• Free learning and development
• Automatic enrolment into our profit share scheme
• A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts
• Nurse Mentor and Refer a Friend bonus schemes
• Offer to pay Skilled Worker visa application fee for eligible nurses

If you’d like to use your clinical and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you’d expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding and empowering place to be.

Click to Apply

Job Reference CTNPO5189

Senior Care Assistant

Hours: 44 hours per week - NIGHTS

Salary: £14.30 per hour

Location: Aberdeen, AB22 8ZP

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Senior Care Assistant at a care home, you’ll look after the different needs of our client's residents to enable them to deliver quality, person-centred care and support. Your role will involve supervising and inspiring a team of dedicated Care Assistants alongside the Deputy General Manager. You can also expect to support the clinical team in a specific area, such as medication, assessments, care plans or care reviews. Like everyone here, as a Senior Care Assistant, you’ll always respect the dignity and preferences of our client's residents as well playing your own part in creating an environment that’s warm, welcoming and vibrant.

ABOUT YOU

You should have an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care to join as a Senior Care Assistant. We’ll also need to see that you have specific knowledge of clinical care for the elderly. We’re looking for people who are warm-hearted, compassionate and committed to giving each resident individualised care and support. You’ll have the opportunity to develop your career through ongoing training opportunities, so there’s no limit to how far you can go. Many of our client's Senior Carer Assistants progress into Care Practitioner, Regional Carer or nursing roles.

REWARDS PACKAGE

In return for your dedication, you’ll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including:

• Free training and development for all roles
• Access to well-being and support tools
• A range of retail discounts and savings
• Unlimited referrals with our ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus scheme
• ‘Employee of the Month’ rewards and ‘Long Service Awards’

And so much more!

If you’d like to use your motivational and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you’d expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

Click to Apply!

Job Reference: CTNPO5188

Company:

Our client is a well-established, family-run architectural firm based in Aberdeen. With a proud history of delivering high-quality, bespoke architectural solutions, they pride themselves on their commitment to excellence and personal touch. Our cleints projects range from residential to commercial developments, and are known for our collaborative approach and dedication to client satisfaction.

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Architectural Technologist to join our clients team. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, excellent problem-solving abilities, and a passion for delivering high-standard architectural solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed technical drawings and specifications for a variety of projects, ensuring compliance with building regulations and standards.
• Collaborate with architects, clients, and contractors to develop practical and innovative design solutions.
• Conduct site visits to monitor progress and ensure that work is carried out according to design specifications and quality standards.
• Provide technical support and guidance throughout the project lifecycle, from initial concept to completion.
• Assist in the preparation of planning applications and building warrant submissions.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of building materials, construction techniques, and industry trends.
• Work closely with the project team to ensure timely and efficient project delivery.

Qualifications:

• Degree or diploma in Architectural Technology or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in an architectural technologist role.
• Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, Revit, etc.) and other relevant design tools.
• Strong understanding of building regulations, codes, and standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Detail-oriented with strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with residential and commercial projects is an advantage.

Why Join Our Client?

• Be part of a supportive and friendly family-run business.
• Work on a diverse range of projects across Scotland
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A positive work environment that values work-life balance.

If you are a dedicated Architectural Technologist looking to contribute to a reputable family-run firm, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume, portfolio, and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you would be a great fit for our client.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

Job Purpose:

Before applying for this job, it is important that you read the Applicant Guidance by clicking on this link and the Job Profile attached. These explain the job role and the type of person we're looking for.

Location: Marischal College, Broad Street, Aberdeen

Duration: Permanent, Full Time

Roles that require PVG Membership

Please note that with effect from 1 April 2023, where a role requires PVG membership, candidates will be required to meet the cost of the PVG membership. This applies only to roles with a full time equivalent salary of £30,000 and above. (Teaching roles and jobs at Grade 11 and above (currently £30,727 per annum / £15.97 per hour)

The Council will pay for the PVG membership cost initially, either £18 for existing PVG scheme members, or £59 for non-members, and this cost will be deducted from an employee’s first FULL month’s salary payment.

About the role

As part of the Capital Cluster within the City Regeneration & Environment Function the purpose of this role is to deliver a full architectural design and contract administration service within the Public Buildings – Design Team which includes architectural, quantity surveying and clerks of works inspection services to deliver construction works carried out on public buildings for the City Council.

• The post holder will be able to work independently, with minimal supervision and shall demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively, clearly and concisely with a diverse range for individuals.
• They shall display a strong focus on delivering a high standard of customer service and shall demonstrate a positive approach to work.

The post holder needs to hold as a minimum:

The postholder is able to demonstrate:

About Us

Please see Job Profile for further details.

Aberdeen City Council is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Flexible Working

We are happy to talk flexible working and offer flexible working for most roles in the organisation meaning that many of our employees enjoy the freedom of choosing a working pattern that suits them as much as it suits the organisation.

Disability Confident

We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you consider yourself to have a disability and think you may require a reasonable adjustment to be made for this part of the selection process, or would like further information in relation to reasonable adjustments, please contact AskHR@aberdeencity.gov.uk.

Armed Forces

We are a forces-friendly employer, have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a silver award recipient in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We have a specific email address for those in the forces, those who have left the forces, as well as their partners / spouses / families: armedforces@aberdeencity.gov.uk. We are able to answer questions about jobs and our application / selection process, as well as about our employee support provisions.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme

We have a number of guaranteed interview schemes available to applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role they are applying for who:

• have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010 (all jobs)
• looked after young people, those that are in continuing care or are a care leaver up to the age of 29 (all jobs)
• are aged 16-24 and live in Aberdeen City or have been to an Aberdeen City Council school and are applying for a Modern Apprenticeship (except Trades apprenticeships)
• have done a Foundation Apprenticeship with Aberdeen City Council and are applying for any apprenticeships relevant to the area in which they did their Foundation Apprenticeship
• are New Scots* aged 16-24 and are applying for any apprenticeships

*"New Scots" are defined as refugees and asylum seekers who are in Scottish communities and include those who have been granted refugee status or another form of humanitarian protection, people seeking asylum, those who have been refused asylum, and those whose application has been refused but who remain in Scotland.

Further information can be found at https://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/services/jobs

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Job Description

Before applying for this job, it is important that you read the Applicant Guidance by clicking on this linkand the Job Profile attached. These explain the job role and the type of person we're looking for. If you are new to the caring profession you should check to see if it is the career for you by going to http://www.aquestionofcare.org.ukand trying their interactive video challenge.

Location: Marischal College

Duration: Full - time 37 hour, Fixed term up to 1 year

Job Purpose:

To provide an effective and efficient admin and secretarial support to members of the ELT – (Clinical & Governance Director, Head of People & Performance, and Head of Delivery & Development)

Requirements

The post holder needs to hold as a minimum:

SVQ level 3 or equivalent in a relevant subject or willingness to obtain

Experience in Health and Social Care preferred, but not essential

Responsibilities

The post holder needs to be able to demonstrate:

The ability to liaise with staff at all levels

A strong understanding of the need for confidentiality associated with the role

The ability to deliver work under competing deadlines

Ability to plan and manage a set workload with limited direct supervision, while at the same time recognising when matters need to be escalated

Experience of managing constant and conflicting demands

Excellent oral and written communication skills necessary to make notes and take minutes of meetings

The ability to manage others diaries

The ability to communicate clearly with a variety of client groups

The ability to use a range of ICT packages including MS Office

The ability to collate and analyse information

The ability to manage time in order to successfully deliver projects

The ability to continually evaluate information and develop practical business orientated solutions

The Individual

Please see Job Profile for further details

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Job Purpose:

Before applying for this job, it is important that you read the Applicant Guidance by clicking on this link and the Job Profile attached. These explain the job role and the type of person we're looking for.

Location: Woodhill House, Aberdeen

Duration: Permanent, Full Time

Roles that require PVG Membership

Please note that with effect from 1 April 2023, where a role requires PVG membership, candidates will be required to meet the cost of the PVG membership. This applies only to roles with a full time equivalent salary of £30,000 and above. (Teaching roles and jobs at Grade 11 and above (currently £30,727 per annum / £15.97 per hour)

The Council will pay for the PVG membership cost initially, either £18 for existing PVG scheme members, or £59 for non-members, and this cost will be deducted from an employee’s first FULL month’s salary payment.

job purpose/about the role

The post holder will support services in the development and implementation of procurement and contract strategies to obtain best value for money and sustainable cost reductions from expenditure on goods, services and works.

This post is part of shared arrangement with Aberdeen City, Aberdeenshire and Highland Councils.

The location for the role can be someone based at Woodhill House, Aberdeen or Highland Council HQ in Inverness.

The post holder needs to hold as a minimum:

• Relevant Business Studies / Administrative qualification to HNC level.
• Membership of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) desirable.

The postholder is able to demonstrate:

• Effective communicator and ability to liaise with staff at all levels
• Ability to work on own initiative whilst understanding when to seek advice
• Proven ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively
• Ability to produce accurate pieces of work, e.g. reports, spend analysis
• Ability to advise on all areas of the procurement process
• Effective negotiation skills
• Project management skills
• Proven ability to use Microsoft packages to produce emails, letters, reports and
presentations, e.g. PowerPoint, Excel, Word

About Us

Please see Job Profile for further details.

Aberdeen City Council is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Flexible Working

We are happy to talk flexible working and offer flexible working for most roles in the organisation meaning that many of our employees enjoy the freedom of choosing a working pattern that suits them as much as it suits the organisation.

Disability Confident

We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you consider yourself to have a disability and think you may require a reasonable adjustment to be made for this part of the selection process, or would like further information in relation to reasonable adjustments, please contact AskHR@aberdeencity.gov.uk.

Armed Forces

We are a forces-friendly employer, have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a silver award recipient in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We have a specific email address for those in the forces, those who have left the forces, as well as their partners / spouses / families: armedforces@aberdeencity.gov.uk. We are able to answer questions about jobs and our application / selection process, as well as about our employee support provisions.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme

We have a number of guaranteed interview schemes available to applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role they are applying for who:

• have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010 (all jobs)
• looked after young people, those that are in continuing care or are a care leaver up to the age of 29 (all jobs)
• are aged 16-24 and live in Aberdeen City or have been to an Aberdeen City Council school and are applying for a Modern Apprenticeship (except Trades apprenticeships)
• have done a Foundation Apprenticeship with Aberdeen City Council and are applying for any apprenticeships relevant to the area in which they did their Foundation Apprenticeship
• are New Scots* aged 16-24 and are applying for any apprenticeships

*"New Scots" are defined as refugees and asylum seekers who are in Scottish communities and include those who have been granted refugee status or another form of humanitarian protection, people seeking asylum, those who have been refused asylum, and those whose application has been refused but who remain in Scotland.

Further information can be found at https://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/services/jobs

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Job Purpose:

Before applying for this job, it is important that you read the Applicant Guidance by clicking on this link and the Job Profile attached. These explain the job role and the type of person we're looking for.

Location: Kittybrewster School, Aberdeen
Duration: Permanent, Full Time

Roles that require PVG Membership

Please note that with effect from 1 April 2023, where a role requires PVG membership, candidates will be required to meet the cost of the PVG membership. This applies only to roles with a full time equivalent salary of £30,000 and above. (Teaching roles and jobs at Grade 11 and above (currently £30,727 per annum / £15.97 per hour)

The Council will pay for the PVG membership cost initially, either £18 for existing PVG scheme members, or £59 for non-members, and this cost will be deducted from an employee’s first FULL month’s salary payment.

Job Purpose

To work as part of the early years and childcare team to take responsibility for the
delegated organisation and management tasks required to plan and deliver the early
learning and childcare service for children and their families.

To support the Early Years Practitioner, Pupil Support staff and students, to deliver a
flexible, high quality early learning and childcare service in order to meet the
individual needs of children and their families ensuring their wellbeing and improving
the outcomes for children and their families using the service.

Full time, permanent 37 hours per week

The post holder needs to hold as a minimum:

• SCQF level 9 qualification, BA Childhood Practice or equivalent or experience
in undertaking delegated duties and be willing to work toward the SCQF level
9 or equivalent.
• Registration with or eligibility to register with SSSC
• PVG Membership for Regulated work with Children and/or Protected Adults or
willingness to obtain prior to a formal offer of employment being made.

The postholder is able to demonstrate:

About Us

Please see Job Profile for further details.

Aberdeen City Council is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Flexible Working

We are happy to talk flexible working and offer flexible working for most roles in the organisation meaning that many of our employees enjoy the freedom of choosing a working pattern that suits them as much as it suits the organisation.

Disability Confident

We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you consider yourself to have a disability and think you may require a reasonable adjustment to be made for this part of the selection process, or would like further information in relation to reasonable adjustments, please contact AskHR@aberdeencity.gov.uk.

Armed Forces

We are a forces-friendly employer, have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a silver award recipient in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We have a specific email address for those in the forces, those who have left the forces, as well as their partners / spouses / families: armedforces@aberdeencity.gov.uk. We are able to answer questions about jobs and our application / selection process, as well as about our employee support provisions.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme

We have a number of guaranteed interview schemes available to applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our roles and who:

• have a disability
• are care-experienced and aged 16-29
• are aged 16-24 and live in Aberdeen City or have been to an Aberdeen City Council school and are applying for a Modern Apprenticeship (except Trades apprenticeships)
• have done a Foundation Apprenticeship with Aberdeen City Council and are applying for any apprenticeships relevant to the area in which they did their Foundation Apprenticeship
• are New Scots aged 16-24 and are applying for any apprenticeships

Further information can be found at https://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/services/jobs

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Job Description

Food and drink is the UK's largest manufacturing sector. There are 22,000 people employed in the industry in north east Scotland and the region accounts for more than 20% of Scotland's food and drink output. Aberdeenshire leads on the production of Scotland's quality primary produce from land and sea and is home to some of the country's most iconic brands.

Support to the food and drink sector in Aberdeenshire is delivered by as a partnership between Aberdeenshire Council and Opportunity North East. The post holder will help facilitate the ongoing competitiveness and development of the food and drink industry in Aberdeenshire. The food and drink produced in an area is also vital in attracting visitors and the post holder will support the growth of food tourism. The post holder will be an employee of Aberdeenshire Council, but will be seconded to work within the Food Drink & Agriculture team at Opportunity North East.

Collaboration with industry will be key to achieving business and industry growth. The successful candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, economic knowledge and experience of the food and drink sector and the ability to develop and lead projects.

This post has a minimum requirement of one reference, one which must be your current or most recent employer.

Interviews will be held on the 01/07/24 in Aberdeen.

Informal enquiries to Alistair Reid - 01467 535471

A Privacy Notice giving you information on the data we hold on you, what we do with that data, who we share your data with and your rights under GDPR is available here. Alternatively we can send a copy if you ask us to by emailing askhr@aberdeenshire.gov.uk

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senior sous chef | full time

at wagamama, we’re an eating house for the soul. with over 160 uk restaurants and growing, our purpose is to nourish the world from bowl to soul. inspired by fast-paced, japanese ramen bars since 1992. a celebration of asian food brought wagamama to life

we’re looking for a senior sous chef to join us on our continuous journey of true nourishment

the role |

as a senior sous chef at wagamama you'll be an integral part of our restaurant leadership team, supporting the head chef to in leading your kitchen team the wagamama way. you’ll live + breath our people promise, values and embody core leadership behaviours. you’ll be responsible for ensuring that every dish served by the kitchen team meets our high standards. you’ll look after the development and growth of your team, ensuring they are engaged, motivated, and high performing

our perks + quirks |

• bonus scheme | up to £3,000 a year bonus opportunity

• pension scheme

• dedicated 6-week training programme

• dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift

• £14 - £25 of free food allowance on every shift

• 50% discount at wagamama + 30% off all other trg brands with family and friends

• internal progression opportunities | fully funded apprenticeship programmes to support your growth

• 28 days holiday

• kintsugi wellness | access to councillors, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym + leisure

• family friendly policy | any expectant person or anyone adopting a child will receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay

• financial wellbeing support | access to loans repaid through your salary for those ‘strapped for cash’ moments in life

what we look for |

• a head chef or senior sous chef with experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance through positive behaviour + actions in a fast paced + complex environment

• a strong communicator that has real conversations with consideration + care, ensuring your team feel heard + supported

• experienced in ensuring your kitchen’s food, health and safety standards are spotless

• experienced in understanding the financial performance of a kitchen including gp and stock control

• experienced in managing the labour cost of your team, reacting to changing demands where necessary

• an individual who leads to inspire and engage their team to nourish + flourish in their role and career

• passionate about creating an inclusive environment where your team feel respected + that they belong

• a forward-thinking problem solver, able to think on your feet and make quick decisions

the wagamama way |

kaizen, meaning ‘good change’, is the philosophy that sits at the core of who we are. it shapes every dish we create and pushes us to find better ways in all we do. our food, how we think, how we work, it has to be fresh. committed to championing change in both our communities + the impact on the planet

three whole decades of acting different, we don’t conform, we celebrate difference. appreciating personality over perfection. welcoming everyone and their unique story to our benches. we promise to have your back. working together to build close bonds of trust + support. creating safe spaces where we can have real conversations with open hearts + open minds

all we ask is for you to dish up what makes you different 

be you, be wagamama

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*100% of tips go to our teams. average tips are based on back of house management positions across all our uk restaurants between 5/6/23 + 2/7/23. actual tips by restaurant will vary. tips are left solely at our guests discretion and are not considered as wages by the company nor are they guaranteed in any way

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come.

Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

About the Role

Base Location: Aberdeen, Perth, and Glasgow

Salary: £63,000 - £94,400 + car /car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

This role is within our SSEN Transmission Cyber Resilience for Operational Technology (CROT) programme team supporting our Digital Strategy and Vision to be a progressive network owner, using digital to enhance social and economic value, deliver a leading experience for our customers and to enable the energy system to support net zero carbon emissions.

The Senior Project Delivery Lead will be responsible for leading Cybersecurity technology programmes and solution development teams to realise our NSCS CAF (National Cyber Security Centre, Cyber Assessment Framework) compliance roadmap and will play a critical role in helping to build out delivery capability within this area. A vital part of the role is delivering the requirements and security risk reduction as per our stakeholder expectations.

As Senior Project Delivery Lead, youll be accountable for end-to-end delivery of the Cybersecurity Programme of work via multiple delivery teams using best practice methodologies, ensuring effective control over costs and resourcing enabling the delivery of appropriate risk reduction.

Key responsibilities for this role will include:

- Leading technology delivery of Cybersecurity programmes and projects using predominantly Waterfall delivery approaches deploying an Agile approach where tactically appropriate, with a focus on risk reduction outcomes.

- Establish and maintain highly effective relationships with multiple delivery teams, central teams, stakeholders at all levels and business teams to ensure that interfaces work correctly and continually improve the approach the Business Unit takes on delivery of risk reduction in out Operational Technology (OT) environment.

- Ensure programme interdependencies are understood and managed across parallel Cybersecurity programmes under the CROT umbrella.

- Ensuring successful transition to service, ensuring change lands well and meets business and OT operational needs.

- Manage multiple delivery teams and third parties across end-to-end product lifecycles to ensure that resultant systems/services deliver the specified outcomes, within budget and timescale.

- Provide regular updates against the defined outcomes to demonstrate performance and progress against the product roadmap, as well as presenting relevant information into the assurance point process.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Extensive experience of delivering complex Cybersecurity or IT Programmes, demonstrating and meeting risk reduction, Business value and outcomes with the ability to develop countermeasures and contingency plans associated with significant delivery risk.

- Supporting budget and funding submissions, advocating for the correct level of funding to deliver against the products, business and operational requirements.

- In-depth understanding of Cybersecurity products, services and systems.

- Ideally skilled in several project management / change management approaches, in particular Waterfall or Agile delivery, as well as Prince2, APM and PMP.

- Excellent organisation and communication skills with the ability to engage with stakeholders across all levels.

About our Business

SSE IT underpins the technology needs of all the different businesses that make up the SSE group. From emerging technologies to data and analytics to cyber security - we power SSE's growth and enable it to generate value, while keeping it secure. As a trusted business partner that helps SSE lead in a low carbon world, we are proud of our service. Working for SSE IT is all about equipping SSE for now and the future.

What's in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

Further actions

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Laura on 01738 341814.

Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.