Total 7 Business Management / Project / Planning job vacancies in inverness iv1 1sg

About the Role

Base Location: Inverness or Elgin

Salary: £46,626 - £54,154 (Depending on skills and experience) + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: 12-month Fixed Term Contract | Full Time| Flexible First options available

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Highland Region Delivery Team for a dedicated and hard-working Project Manager. The successful candidate will be part of a team delivering projects across the Highlands & Islands. Our team are responsible for the replacement and refurbishment of plant & equipment on our 33kV & 11kV networks, refurbishment of our overhead line network and the delivery of projects associated with our Major Connection customers.

As a Project Manager, your main duties will involve:

- Conducting financial forecasts and monitoring financial performance using established tools independently

- Consistently fulfilling regulatory reporting needs

- Creating project documentation

- Collaborating with contractor partners and operational staff to ensure projects are completed safely and within budget.

- Ensuring exceptional customer service delivery.

What do I need?

To be eligible for this position, we would like you to have:

- A recognized Project Management qualification such as Prince 2 (Foundation) or similar, or equivalent experience

- A fundamental CDM certification like IOSH or a comparable qualification

- Understanding of Project Governance and its relevance to specific Projects

- Strong organisational abilities and the capacity to work well in a team

- An understanding of HV/EHV networks would be beneficial

A valid driving license is necessary for this job.

About our Business

SSEN Distribution powers 3.9 million homes and businesses in communities across central southern England and the north of Scotland. Our team of more than 4,200 highly skilled people keep customers connected to a safe and reliable supply of electricity whilst developing the flexible networks that are vital for the future. We power communities to thrive today and create a net-zero tomorrow. Why not join us and help power change, we're looking for great people who love working with others to achieve great results. You'll be empowered to make the right decisions for our customers and have the space to take accountability for the work you do. You'll be working as part of a bigger team, enabling net-zero, so team work will be essential. As a part of our business, you become part of something bigger - an established company with a reputation for looking after our people, offering secure and rewarding roles where safety is our number one priority.

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.

What happens now?

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 Fiona on 01738 340954.

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.

Title: Business Administrator

Type: Temporary (12 months)

Start Date: ASAP

Hours: Monday – Thursday 8am – 5pm, Friday 8am – 3pm

Location: Inverness

Salary: £12.00 per hour

Details:
In order to cover a period of maternity leave, our client is looking to appoint an Administrator on a full time basis to join their team in Inverness. This is a varied role within a busy office environment and duties include:

Perform various administrative tasks such as data entry, filing, and organizing documents.
Scheduling of electrical testing for Tenants, liaising with client/tenants daily.
Diary management and scheduling appointments.
Updating information confidential client records.
Reporting to the client on a weekly basis and updating them on weekly activities.
Compiling a report of activities on a two-week basis.
Processing paperwork weekly, posting certificates as well as uploading documents onto client database.
Updating excel spreadsheets.
Day to day reception duties, answering calls from main switchboard.
Relaying messages and passing on calls.
Signing for parcels and passing on to the correct recipient.
Assist with invoicing.

Person Specification
Previous admin/customer service experience.
Ability to manage, prioritise and delegate a number of tasks to engineers on a daily basis as well as handle multiple customer and tenant phone calls.
Excellent communication skills, including answering calls and emails in a professional and courteous manner.
Proficient IT skills with ability to use various computer packages including Excel and Word.

For more information please respond by email or contact Castle View Personnel on 01463 230 200.

Castle View Personnel (Inverness) Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

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Your new company
Join the fast-paced Financial Planning and Accounting team of a public-sector organisation as they go through continued growth. They are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture, welcoming individuals from all backgrounds to contribute to their ongoing growth and development.

Your new role
As a Finance Business Partner, you will work closely with the senior stakeholders, providing influential financial insights to support operational and tactical decision-making. You will be a key member of the Leadership Team, ensuring that financial considerations are integrated into all strategic decisions. Your responsibilities will include appraising business cases, ensuring adherence to financial regulations, and presenting financial plans and performance analyses. You will also support monthly management accounts, annual budgets, and quarterly forecasting processes, while managing and developing an Associate Finance Business Partner.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will need a strong track record in management reporting and financial analysis, with experience in complex, multidisciplinary environments. You should be a fully qualified member of a professional accounting body (ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent) and possess excellent communication skills to influence and challenge senior managers. Proficiency in financial information systems, advanced spreadsheet and data analysis skills, and the ability to manage and mentor staff are essential.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive a salary up to £57K, and a benefits package which includes 30 days of holiday plus additional time off at Christmas and a generous pension scheme. You will have the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, balancing time between the office and remote work. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact on the organisation, contributing to its financial stability and strategic growth. Additionally, you will benefit from ongoing professional development and the opportunity to work in a sector that is both challenging and rewarding.

What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Are you a recent graduate with a passion for business and the drive to succeed? The UK's largest supplier of electrical equipment to business and trade customers is offering an exciting opportunity to join their comprehensive graduate programme designed to cultivate the next generation of sales leaders and managers.

About the Company

The company you'll be joining recognises the importance of nurturing talent and building a strong succession plan. Their graduate sales & business management trainee programme was established over a decade ago to bring in bright and ambitious graduates who are eager to learn about business operations. They seek individuals who are money-motivated and aspire to become effective salespeople and future managers.

Graduate Training Programme: First 6 months

• Develop a core knowledge of how the business operates - warehouse, logistics, supply chain, administration, IT software, and marketing.
• Get hands-on with the vast product range and learn about different manufacturers and the electrical distribution industry.
• Start building relationships, making deals and advising customers face-to-face over the trade counter e.g. electricians, contractors and tradespeople.
• Begin your formal sales training course, staying overnight alongside other Graduate Trainees from across the company.
• Complete workbook assessments to underpin your learning and development and receive financial incentives for each one passed to a required standard.

6-12 months

• Move to internal sales account management, engaging with business customers over the phone e.g. construction companies, local government authorities, housing developers and hotels.
• Learn business development strategies and how to target and win new trading accounts.

12 months and beyond

• Progress to a diverse business-to-business field sales management position, with increased earning potential and bigger bonuses.
• Travel locally in your company car, meeting clients, discussing projects, and arranging social activities.
• Work towards running your own business in the group, learning about staff management, purchasing, profit and loss, etc. The business operates in a decentralised manner, allowing local managers to make informed decisions that drive the business forward.

Apply Today to Find Out More

If you're ready to kick-start your career in a company that values innovation, autonomy, and career development, this is the graduate program for you. We seek graduates who are money-motivated, relationship builders, competitive, and driven. If you have a passion for sales and the ability to build lasting relationships, apply today!

Please note, a full UK driving licence is required for this role.

Project Management Summer Placement 2025 - Transmission

Start Date: 12 weeks commencing June 2025

Base Locations: Inverness, Aberdeen, Argyll, Skye, or Glasgow

Salary: circa £23,422 per annum (pro-rata) + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances, and wellbeing.

Working Pattern:  Fixed Term | Full Time | Flexible First options available

Degree Disciplines: Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management or any STEM subject.

What is the Role?

Working as part of our multi-disciplined teams, we have a range of opportunities for students to support projects across our Transmission business. We're at the forefront of high-profile projects which are ensuring our transmission network is structurally sound, operating safely and efficiently and providing sustainable and reliable energy to all. 

We have ambitious net zero targets, and our business is growing to help us achieve our strategy. We're looking for students who can bring fresh ideas, new skills and creative thinking, to deliver innovative solutions to help us reach net zero. This is an exciting time to join SSE, you have the power to make a change and help us build a better, more sustainable world of energy for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come. 

Our Transmission Project Management summer placements provide real hands-on experience through a 12 week placement in either our Capital Delivery and Development Team or our EGL Project Team. You will have the opportunity to gain practical knowledge into a Project Managers responsibility for the end-to-end delivery of projects.

This placement is designed to develop your understanding on delivering projects in line with clear objectives and making decisions to manage stakeholder expectations by working with a multi-skilled team to deliver the project to time, cost and quality requirements.

About our Teams

Capital Development and Delivery: Seeking a summer placement student to help support the successful delivery of transmission projects needed to meet the UK governments 2030 net zero targets. Working with the Project Manager, a typical day will involve collaborating with a wider team to plan, execute and monitor projects during the refinement and construction phases. Working closely with Contractors to successfully deliver our projects, you will have the opportunity to be based both in the office and on-site. This will require a flexible approach to working both in a team and undertaking some tasks working alone. You will also develop an understanding of our safety culture and values.

This team are based in Inverness, Aberdeen, Skye, or Argyll & Bute, and are looking for students studying electrical, mechanical, civil engineering, project management, construction management or a STEM related degree.

Eastern Green Link (EGL) Project: Is being delivered as a Joint Venture between SSENT (Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks) and NGET (National Grid Electricity Transmission). This is part of a wider portfolio of Eastern projects being executed on the Eastern Coast of the UK mainland. The EGL2 project consists of a 2GW HVDC link from Peterhead in the Northeast of Scotland to Drax at Wren Hall in North Yorkshire, England, with associated AC onshore works. We are looking for summer placement students to help ensure safe and sustainable delivery of scope elements on time and within budget.

This team are based in Glasgow and are looking for students studying electrical, mechanical or civil engineering.

What do I need to join?

We are looking for candidates with the above listed disciplines.

We'd love you to have some practical work or project experience that reflects your passion for the energy sector, as well as demonstrable experience of working in a team. You'll also be comfortable working to and setting stretching individual targets and using your own initiative to overcome challenges and should have a genuine interest in SSE and the prospect of a long-term future with us. 

About our Business

SSEN Transmission owns and operates the electricity transmission network in the north of Scotland, transporting energy from where it is generated to where it is needed, providing a safe and reliable supply of electricity to the communities it serves. Home to some of the UK's greatest resources of renewable energy, SSEN Transmission is playing a critical role in the transition to a low carbon future, developing, building, maintaining, and operating a network for net zero.

What's in it for you?

An excellent package with 34 days holiday 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 actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE to find out more.

Next Steps

All applications should be submitted online.

If you would like to discuss any working differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact us here by email or you are very welcome to request a call if you would prefer to discuss on the phone.

Before commencing employment with SSE, youll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.

A leading group of independent Opticians are looking for a full or part time Optometrist to join their independent Opticians based in Inverness.

Optometrist - Role

• Working with a successful group of high end independent Opticians
• Beautiful location - relaxed feel
• Focus on patient care
• Testing times are 40-50 minutes
• Optix software
• Close teams who share ideas and input into the business
• Continuous training and support
• Competitive salary specific to the location Typically between 55-65K DOE
• Working 3, 4 or 5 days a week - 9am to 5.30pm (4pm on a Sat)
• Generous bonus scheme
• Location supplement may also be available
• 34 days holiday including bank holidays
• Professional fees paid
• Staff and family/friends discounts
• Being part of a company that cares

Optometrist - Requirements

• Fully qualified Optometrist registered with the GOC
• Will put the patient first
• Wants to help develop and grow the business
• Wants to be a part of a friendly, close knit team
• Excellent communication skills
• Passionate about Optometry
• Patient focused

To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Rebecca Wood using the 'Apply' link as soon as possible.

Search are actively recruiting a Project Manager for Sub station projects across Scotland on behalf of one of our key clients who are an established contractor in the civil engineering and energy sectors.


Our client


Our client is a contractor who has been operating for over 70 years across the UK working across a number of Joint Ventures, Public-Private Partnerships and alternative forms of contract on well-known and celebrated projects;
Well-respected and successful, our client has secured a substantial contract and are looking for talented and ambitious individuals to join their team;
This is an excellent opportunity to join a company which has been steadily growing since their inception, and with scope for work for years to come.

What you'll be doing:

• The successful Project Manager will initially be working on a civil engineering / energy project near Inverness;
• Manage the daily operations on site and ensure project timescales are met within a safe and accurate fashion,
• Reporting weekly to the Operations Manager on key aspects of progress issues and concerns,
• Contribute and help to ensure that success throughout all projects is achieved by delivering the programme on time,
• Support Site Agents on site,
• Any other project management duties as required.

What you'll need to be successful:

• Ideally, the candidate will be degree-educated within civil engineering;
• At least 2 years' experience as a Project Manager;
• Previous civil engineering, NEC and Microsoft Project experience is essential;
• Substation / battery storage / cabling experience is highly desirable;
• Valid CSCS, SMSTS, is essential;
• Flexibility on location is essential.

What's in it for you

• Attractive annual salary of up to £75,000 depending on experience;
• Very attractive benefits package including car, pension, health cover;

What you need to do next


Please hit the APPLY NOW button to send your CV to Ronan Neill at Search for this role or to hear more about this or other opportunities we are recruiting for.

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.