Total 20 Quality Assurance / Control job vacancies in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire

• Provide direct assistance to Soldiers, civilians, and family members, handling a range of concerns with sensitivity, discretion, and professionalism.
• Apply the Inspector General Action Process (IGAP) to analyze complaints, requests for assistance, and requests for information.
• Develop, plan, and execute inspections aligned with the Organizational Inspection Program to assess compliance, identify potential risks and recommend improvements.
• Write detailed inspection reports with actionable recommendations for commanders, highlighting strengths, weaknesses and opportunities for improvements.
• Conduct impartial, thorough investigations into alleged violations of law or policy, adhering to IG investigative principles.
• Prepare well-organized, clear, and evidence-based investigation reports that effectively communicate findings.
• Facilitate training for leaders, staff, and Soldiers on IG processes, responsibilities, trends, and best practices, enhancing awareness and compliance.
• Conduct scenario-based training for Investigating Officers (IOs) to build investigative proficiency, covering evidence assessment, interviewing techniques, and report writing.
• Conduct Organizational Inspection Program Training (OIP) for leaders, staff, and inspection team members, explaining inspection principles and regulatory requirements. Provide guidance on OIP implementation and oversight.
• Brief senior leaders on findings and follow up to ensure that corrective actions are implemented.
• Utilize analytical and writing skills to present complex information in a straightforward manner for senior leaders' understanding and decision-making.

About the Role

Base Location: Glasgow, Perth or Aberdeen

Salary: £33,063 - £38,404 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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

The Scotland England Green Link project portfolio (EGL) is a multi-billion-pound programme and will play a critical role in the achievement of the UK's net zero targets, connecting the low carbon electricity resources in the north of Scotland to demand centres in the south.

SSEN Transmission is looking for a Governance, Assurance & Performance co-ordinator to support these critical infrastructure projects and play a key part in achieving Net Zero targets. This is a new position providing support on the effective running of the Governance & Assurance process, assuring the quality of delivery across the EGL portfolio. This position will report into the Governance, Assurance & Performance Lead.

Key responsibilities of the Governance, Assurance & Performance co-ordinator include:

- Act as the main point of contact for stakeholders and contractors relating to all logistics and coordination of Governance meetings and build and maintain relationships with contractors to ensure support on required Governance meetings and wider project events.

- Reporting and analysis of contractor and project KPIs for reporting to the relevant board meetings.

- Provide support across the various Board and Governance meeting scopes across the EGL portfolio, acting as a key focal point for associated projects and personnel.

- Support on the development of the Governance & Assurance SharePoint site to ensure project delivery meets its governance requirements.

- Create and maintain a calendar of key meetings for the upcoming 18 months and organise and facilitate these with direct ownership of the Key Action Register (KAR).

What do I need?

- Experience in project development and delivery with knowledge of developing and maintaining governance in a regulated environment.

- Demonstrable experience of managing key documentation processes and identifying efficiencies.

- A proactive and innovative working approach and positive influencing skills with the ability to find answers within a diverse, engineering-focused organisation.

- Ability to manage complex requirements of conflicting needs with experience of the reporting and management of requirements that come with such a role.

- An understanding of supporting in developing project assurance processes and programmes, an understanding of FIDIC contracts would be valuable.

About our Business

At SSEN Transmission, we take immense pride in owning and operating the high-voltage electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to wherever it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all - we're committed to upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future. By developing, building and maintaining a network for net zero, we're creating secure power for generations to come.

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 Stephanie on 01738 342963.

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.

Your new company

You will be working for a large organisation operating across the Aberdeen area providing property maintenance solutions to a range of public buildings. This role is a long-term temporary position for a period of at least 6 months. In your role as a Property Inspector you will provide technical expertise to the wider contract management team.

Your new role

In your new role you will spend a mixture of time in the office and visiting properties across the Aberdeen area. You will inspect plant such as commercial heating and ventilation systems. When carrying out site inspections, you will update and maintain statutory records, allocate work to mechanical contractors and assist in managing any maintenance required. This role will involve working as part of a team, being able to assess repair requirements in line with regulatory requirements and maintaining the building at a high functioning level fit for the purposes of the occupants.

What you'll need to succeed

To be successfully appointed to this role you must have experience and qualifications relating to commercial boiler installation and maintenance. Qualifications at SVQ / NVQ Level 3 are essential. It is also essential that you hold a current driving licence as you will be travelling regularly as part of this role. You must have a strong awareness of health & safety procedures and contribute to a culture of working safely. In addition, you will be required to keep accurate records using various IT packages such as word, excel and email. An excellent communicator, you will work as part of a wider team and communicate your findings and recommendations clearly.

What you'll get in return

This role is an excellent opportunity to take a step into a management or supervisor role, working off the tools you will be responsible for inspecting boiler and ventilation systems and recommending repairs required. You will be paid a competitive rate of pay, paid mileage for all business travel and work flexible hours over Monday to Friday with no call-outs required. This role also offers you a long-term contract right though until at least April 2025. Paid weekly via Hays, you will also receive holiday pay in addition to your hourly rate to be used throughout the year.

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 Julie at Hays in Aberdeen on 01224 945481.
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.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

About our Business

SSE Thermal is on a mission to deliver the flexible energy needed today while powering the transition to net zero. Our 600+ employees play a crucial role in keeping the lights on across the UK and Ireland and we're rising to the low-carbon challenge with our teams at the cutting-edge of vital technologies. We're developing ground-breaking carbon capture and storage projects and progressing plans for what could be the world's first hydrogen-fired power station, as well as a major hydrogen storage facility and exploring other exciting options as we decarbonise. We've already achieved a lot - but we're just getting started. As part of SSE, which could invest in excess of £40bn across the next decade, we're at the forefront of the energy transition - so come join us as we continue to grow and power change.

About the Role

Base Location: Peterhead Power Station, Aberdeenshire

Salary: £46,626 - £54,154 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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

As Control and Instrument Defect Technician, you will be responsible for managing and supervising maintenance activities to ensure work is executed successfully to achieve the objective of Lifecycle Delivery - Assets Remain Safe & Operational.

You will be accountable for the engineering and risk assessing packages of work to allow works to be performed safely and efficiently and directing site personnel including contractors when performing engineering works.

Key Responsibilities:

- Investigation of plant failures/defects and the specification and implementation of remedial action to achieve effective resolution.

- Management, supervision and setting to work of internal and external maintenance technicians to ensure all such work is executed successfully, delivered safely, on time and to budget.

- Ensure works are assigned to personnel with appropriate competencies and performed safely in line with Safe Systems of Work.

What do I need?

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

- HNC level or equivalent qualification in an appropriate engineering discipline, with experience in an engineering or maintenance position at a thermal power station or other heavy industry.

- Experienced in the management and supervision of contract and in-house resources, providing safety and technical leadership.

- Comprehensive understanding of control & instrumentation systems, plant and equipment within the remit of the role. Previous Siemens T3000 experience advantageous.

- Familiarity with Maximo computerised maintenance management system would be advantageous.

- Ability to work effectively in a multidiscipline team to troubleshoot complex technical problems.

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 Hannah on 01738 341147.

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.

Join this rapidly growing property firm operating across Scotland as their Property Inspector to in Aberdeen. This role will involve supporting five property managers by attending properties, assessing repairs, logging jobs, and organising maintenance staff to carry out necessary work.

Monday - Friday 9 - 5, £25,000 as well as a £3,300 car allowance

Key Responsibilities:

* Conduct property inspections and assess repairs needed
* Log jobs on an iPad system for tracking and reporting purposes
* Coordinate with maintenance staff to ensure timely completion of repairs
* Organise and conduct tenant meetings as required
* Provide excellent front-facing customer service to tenants and landlords
* Compliant handle where required

Requirements:

* Previous experience in property inspection is highly desirable
* Strong customer service skills and the ability to interact professionally with a wide range of individuals
* Excellent organisational and communication skills
* Ability to work independently and prioritise tasks effectively
* Drivers license

If you are a proactive and detail-oriented individual with a passion for property management and customer service, we want to hear from you. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team and make a real impact on the maintenance and upkeep of properties in Aberdeen and the wider shire.

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.

Your new company

You will be working for a large organisation operating across the Aberdeen area providing property maintenance solutions to a range of public buildings. This role is a long-term temporary position for a period of at least 6 months. In your role as a Property Inspector you will provide technical expertise to the wider contract management team.

Your new role

In your new role you will spend a mixture of time in the office and visiting properties across the Aberdeen area. You will inspect plant such as commercial heating and ventilation systems. When carrying out site inspections, you will update and maintain statutory records, allocate work to mechanical contractors and assist in managing any maintenance required. This role will involve working as part of a team, being able to assess repair requirements in line with regulatory requirements and maintaining the building at a high functioning level fit for the purposes of the occupants.

What you'll need to succeed

To be successfully appointed to this role you must have experience and qualifications relating to commercial boiler installation and maintenance. Qualifications at SVQ / NVQ Level 3 are essential. It is also essential that you hold a current driving licence as you will be travelling regularly as part of this role. You must have a strong awareness of health & safety procedures and contribute to a culture of working safely. In addition, you will be required to keep accurate records using various IT packages such as word, excel and email. An excellent communicator, you will work as part of a wider team and communicate your findings and recommendations clearly.

What you'll get in return

This role is an excellent opportunity to take a step into a management or supervisor role, working off the tools you will be responsible for inspecting boiler and ventilation systems and recommending repairs required. You will be paid a competitive rate of pay, paid mileage for all business travel and work flexible hours over Monday to Friday with no call-outs required. This role also offers you a long-term contract right though until at least April 2025. Paid weekly via Hays, you will also receive holiday pay in addition to your hourly rate to be used throughout the year.

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 Julie at Hays in Aberdeen on 01224 945481.
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.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

• Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply, with all suitable applications considered equally regardless of age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression. We are looking to improve the diversity of our teams and believe firmly in the value of varied life experiences, backgrounds and cultures.

Role Description

Firefly Studios are looking for a hard working, highly dedicated individual to join our growing Quality Assurance Team (Games Testing).

You will learn and develop skills associated with Quality Assurance testing. These will include discovering and reporting defects, re-testing fixed defects, gameplay feedback and integration testing.

You will need a keen eye for detail, good reporting skills and the will to always want to get the best results possible to help shape our games. You will be required to enter defects in a clear and concise manner.

You will report directly to the project’s Producer and work closely with the other members of the Quality Assurance team so good communication skills are important.

You will test our games on various platforms including Android, iOS, Mac and Windows and may be required to work on multiple projects. You will need good organisational skills with the ability to multitask when necessary.

You will work with the Customer Support team to provide extra information to help resolve customer support issues.

While this is a junior position and will be treated as such in terms of training and expectations, the successful candidate will be self-driven and expected to manage assigned tasks through to completion independently.

What You Need

• Proactive nature and a positive attitude
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
• Good detective skills – an eye for detail, locating problems and documenting
• Be happy to turn your hand to any Quality Assurance task and get creative in your approach
• Strong organisational skills and experience working to deadlines, at work or through study
• Be a quick learner who isn’t afraid to fail, learn and ask for guidance
• Following the defect structure and overall reporting system

What Sets You Apart

• Knowledge of and interest in hunting down problems and the workings of the game
• Experience with strategy games and some historical interest
• A professional manner and experience working in a team
• The ability to work on the same game daily and keep the same level of work when doing repetitive tasks

Firefly Studios

Best known as the creators of the Stronghold ‘castle sim’ series, Firefly Studios has over 20 years of history developing historical strategy games on PC and mobile. Enjoyed worldwide by a community of millions, the series has a dedicated international following and hundreds of thousands of active users.

As a company we are a close-knit interdisciplinary group of over 40 staff from across the world. All staff across programming, art, business, marketing, production and QA are talented, self-driven individuals who help us punch well above our weight as a studio.

At Firefly we value and benefit from individual expression and passion, which we do our best to nurture and channel into our games. We believe this, combined with frequent social events and room to grow at the company, makes Firefly a great place to work whether you’re starting out in the games industry or looking for your next step.

In 2021 Firefly was acquired by acclaimed indie publisher Devolver Digital.

Salary
£22,000 per year

Contract Length
12 Months

Holidays
25 days holiday allowance plus bank holidays.

Location (UK Only)
This is a remote role with the successful candidate working from home.

Working Hours
Working hours are UK full time 9.30am – 5.30pm (including lunch hour), Mon – Fri.

Deadline
Deadline for applications is September 13th, 2024.

How to Apply
Your contact for this job offer is our Quality Assurance Manager, Darren Thompson. To apply please use the form included in the website link at the bottom of page and include the following:

https://fireflyworlds.com/careers/quality-assurance/

Resume
Covering letter
Any interesting information related to Computer Games/Discovering a problem within a Game/Modding/Editing Games.

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

The roles of the Quality Improvement Manager are to:

 promote and support the improvement agenda
 effectively manage allocated areas of responsibility, including line management of a team of Quality /Improvement Officers and Education Support Officers
 support the delivery of the policies set by Education and Children’s Services Directorate under the overall direction of the Director of Education and children’s services and
 provide leadership, vision, professional advice and effective management to the Council and in particular, the Head of Education Services.

Ensuring effective partnership working within schools and with partner organisations (both locally and nationally) with an interest in education will be vital.

The post holder will also demonstrate sound governance at a financial and operational level and, along with Schools Team colleagues, will be accountable to the Head of Education Services, the Director for Education and Children’s Services, the Chief Executive and Elected Members for ensuring that the Council’s corporate and strategic objectives are met and are reflected in the services under their responsibilities.

The post holder needs to hold as a minimum:

 Educated to degree level
 Relevant professional teaching qualification
 Ability to provide evidence of GTCS registration or eligibility
 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:

 integrated and cross-cutting approaches to policy and service development, implementation and improvement
 experience relating to work portfolio and knowledge of relevant legislation, council education policy and best practice
 proven record at management level of delivering required results within a customer focused organisation
 establishment and maintenance of successful, complex internal and external relationships across a variety of forums
 effective interpretation and implement of organisational policy in order to design and improve service delivery
 ability to treat people with respect; focus on equality, social inclusion and promote diversity throughout the organisation.
 excellent people management skills
 capacity to meet deadlines, satisfy political objectives and organisational priorities.

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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Due to planned growth and continued success, a fantastic opportunity is now available to join our fantastic team as a Portable Appliances Testing (PAT) Service Engineer within commercial and industrial premises.

you will be City & Guilds qualified, in PAT testing

You will also need to hold a full UK driving licence as you will be provided with a company van

We will provide your equipment and uniform.

Main responsibilities

About you

To be successful in the role of PAT Testing Engineer, you will need:

• To demonstrate a positive, diverse and inclusive attitude to both internal and external customers and colleagues.
• A flexible approach to working, you should be able and willing to work overtime to cover workloads during busy periods.
• You should be hard-working, conscientious commercial engineer that takes satisfaction from delivering a great service to our prestigious client base.
• Good level of computer literacy

If this is of interest to you then please apply as soon as possible and i will get back to you.

Many thanks

William - Search Recruitment

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.

About our Business

SSE Thermal is on a mission to deliver the flexible energy needed today while powering the transition to net zero. Our 600+ employees play a crucial role in keeping the lights on across the UK and Ireland and we're rising to the low-carbon challenge with our teams at the cutting-edge of vital technologies. We're developing ground-breaking carbon capture and storage projects and progressing plans for what could be the world's first hydrogen-fired power station, as well as a major hydrogen storage facility and exploring other exciting options as we decarbonise. We've already achieved a lot - but we're just getting started. As part of SSE, which is investing £24bn this decade, we're at the forefront of the energy transition - so come join us as we continue to grow and power change.

About the Role

Base Location: Peterhead Power Station, Aberdeenshire

Salary: £39,415 - £45,136 + performance-related bonus (OTE £46,500 - £53,200) + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

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

What is the Role?

SSE Thermal are looking to hire a Control and Instrument Technician at Peterhead Power Station in Aberdeenshire. The role holder reports to the Work Execution Lead and will provide expertise and competence in the test, calibration and repair of electronic instrumentation and equipment. They will ensure the safety, reliability, flexibility and efficiency of plant and equipment is maintained to meet the Company's requirements.

As a key member of the Maintenance team, the role holder is expected to make significant contributions to the delivery of the site maintenance and outage work scopes. Main tasks and responsibilities will include:

- Day to day maintenance of station electronic assets including reactive and proactive work as instructed by the Work Execution Lead and Planning team.

- Contributing towards the delivery of projects in alignment with the SSE and station strategies including financial justification preparation, specification, procurement, implementation and commissioning.

- The instruction and management of contractor resource to deliver work in accordance with SHE, technical and commercial requirements.

- Any other tasks and projects as may be directed by the Work Execution Lead or Operations and Maintenance Manager.

What do I need?

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

- HNC in Electronic Engineering or equivalent level technical qualification with relevant heavy industry experience (Power Generation preferred).

- Time served tradesperson in an applicable trade.

- Familiar with computerised maintenance systems, preferably Maximo.

- Familiar with inspection, testing and maintenance techniques.

- Ability to logically troubleshoot equipment defects to component level.

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, 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 differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Hannah on 01738 341147.

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

Job Description

Manage, lead and develop the Clerk of Works team within Housing Asset Management, focusing on the control of quality and standards in the provision of repairs, planned cyclical maintenance, stock improvements, NHT (Council Variant) and non-housing work to internal and external customers, by developing suitable inspection processes to demonstrate service competency, service consistency and value for money throughout Aberdeenshire.

Lead on a particular aspect of work monitored by the Quality Assurance team to ensure service consistency throughout Aberdeenshire.

There is a responsibility for the post holder to demonstrate a commitment to quality service delivery through continuous improvement for the benefit of the Service and the organisation.

This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

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

Fixed term for a period not exceeding 31 May 2025

Informal enquiries to Moray Bligdon - 01467 538327

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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About our Business

SSE Thermal is on a mission to deliver the flexible energy needed today while powering the transition to net zero. Our 600+ employees play a crucial role in keeping the lights on across the UK and Ireland and we're rising to the low-carbon challenge with our teams at the cutting-edge of vital technologies. We're developing ground-breaking carbon capture and storage projects and progressing plans for what could be the world's first hydrogen-fired power station, as well as a major hydrogen storage facility and exploring other exciting options as we decarbonise. We've already achieved a lot - but we're just getting started. As part of SSE, which is investing £24bn this decade, we're at the forefront of the energy transition - so come join us as we continue to grow and power change.

About the Role

Base Location: Peterhead Power Station

Salary: £47,600 - £71,600 + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, and wellbeing.

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

We have an exciting opportunity for an Asset Engineer (Control & Instrumentation - Cyber Security) to join our Thermal team based at Peterhead Power Station. Reporting into the E, C & I Lead Asset Engineer, you will be responsible for providing technical oversight and support across the station within your area of expertise and ensuring management plans for station assets meet company objectives in terms of SHE performance, cost, reliability, efficiency and availability.

Key Responsibilities:

- Create, maintain & execute asset management plans for the allocated assets e.g. Distributed Control System, Continuous Emissions Monitoring System, PI Processbook & Instrumentation Systems inc. Field Equipment. All in line with Cyber security guidelines and standards.

- Determine the maintenance strategy for the allocated assets and create and maintain the necessary preventative and predictive maintenance tasks in Maximo. Specify and maintain spares stockholdings for assets in your area of responsibility. Contribute to FMEA, RCM and other asset related studies identifying issues and specifying corrective action. Supervise site works for execution of projects and asset related tasks. Carry out RCA on plant failures and carry out rectification as required.

- Provide technical oversight and support across the station within your area of expertise. Provide the link between the station and external technical experts, e.g. central Engineering, Generation Development and OEMs. Example Systems: T3000, Envirosoft, PI Processbook, Beran, Zoom, BVM etc. Supervising and executing repairs on site.

- There is a general responsibility to maintain compliance with legislation, in addition you may have responsibility for maintaining station compliance with specific areas of legislation relevant to the role.

- Manage revenue and capital projects in your area of responsibility complying with the company project management and plant & process change processes.

What do I need?

To be considered we would love you to have:

- Degree qualified in an applicable engineering discipline or relevant experience.

- Skilled in Control & Instrumentation Field Equipment, Distributed Control Systems e.g. T3000, Intouch, Osisoft PI and various control techniques.

- Proven track record of plant troubleshooting & preparation of work packs for execution.

- Experience of Cyber-Security/Digital Engineering in an Operational environment, preferably within the Energy Industry and understanding of the regulatory requirements for OT Cybersecurity.

- Experienced using computerised maintenance management systems, preferably Maximo.

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 Hannah on 01738 341147.

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

Job Description

Provide a key role in raising standards in line with National Priorities, thus enabling councils to satisfy Education Scotland’s criteria on performance monitoring and continuous improvement. Quality improvement officers will also play a key role in follow through Inspections of schools in co-operation with Education Scotland.

There is a responsibility for the post holder to demonstrate a commitment to quality service delivery through continuous improvement for the benefit of the Service and the organisation.

This is a zero hours contract to be used as and when required to support schools using external funding from Scottish Government to improve leadership and learning, teaching and assessment in school to close the poverty related attainment gap.

Salary for this post will be in accordance with SNCT agreements. Applicants must be or eligible to be fully GTC Scotland registered. If you qualified as a Teacher out with Scotland, please visit GTCS – Qualified Outside Scotland and review the GTCS FAQs for more information around obtaining registration with the General Teaching Council Scotland.

Please note that the grade for this position may be subject to change. Promoted Teaching Posts that meet the criteria will be resized on an annual basis, in line with the SNCT Handbook. Any grade change will be effective from 1st August each year.

This post is regulated work with Children and/or Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

Requirements

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

Expected interview date 17/05/2024

Informal Enquiries to: Kay MacDonald - 01467 532793

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Job Purpose:

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Location: Marischal College, Broad Street, Aberdeen

Duration: Fixed Term, 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.

The roles of the Quality Improvement Manager are to:

 promote and support the improvement agenda
 effectively manage allocated areas of responsibility, including line
management of a team of Quality /Improvement Officers and Education Support Officers
 support the delivery of the policies set by Education and Children’s Services Directorate under the overall direction of the Director of Education and children’s services
 provide leadership, vision, professional advice and effective
management to the Council and in particular, the Head of Education
Services.

The post holder needs to hold as a minimum:

 Educated to degree level
 Relevant professional teaching qualification
 Ability to provide evidence of GTCS registration or eligibility
 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

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