Applications Systems Analyst - Cloud Systems

James Fisher and Sons plc; Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering services company based in Scotland seeks an Applications Systems Analyst. You will enhance cloud systems, translating business needs into solutions. Required qualifications include a degree in Computer Science and experience with process analysis. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits, including 26 days of holiday and opportunities for development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

26 days holidays plus Christmas

Company pension

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to work

Early Finish on Fridays

Opportunities for development and progression

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with complex processes and systems.
• Experience generating process documentation and reports.
• Ability to translate data into actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates product line performance optimisation.
• Translates business requirements into functional specifications.
• Develops and launches Systems solutions based on requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Business Process understanding

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related subject

Tools

Salesforce

Concur

Job description

About The Role

Applications Systems Analyst – Cloud Systems

Full-Time, Permanent

Aberdeen or Inchinnan, Hybrid working

The Role

We are looking for an Applications Systems Analyst to join the James Fisher Defence team and support with the development and delivery of cloud systems to reduce business risks and maximise opportunities. You will play a key role in managing and optimising the organisation’s cloud applications. The role will focus on delivering improvements through system development and optimisation, working closely with the users on finding the best solutions.

We are looking for someone interested in discovering and developing innovative solutions in an ever-changing digital landscape. This includes but is not limited to the Microsoft Suite of products. Interest in AI will also be beneficial.

It will also have a global exposure, covering all JFD regions and sites.

Please note that this role requires security checks.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitates the optimisation of product line performance by enhancing the alignment between business processes and information technology
• Translates high level business requirements into functional specifications and manages changes to such specifications
• Develops and launches Systems solutions in line with the requirements gathered through exploratory sessions for developments and document output
• Creating documents to outline the proposed changes and the steps involved
• Ownership for Ideagen Quality System, Salesforce, Concur and other cloud systems across the business
• Works in close collaboration with the rest of the Business Systems team to drive improvement and visibility of the team in the business

Qualifications, Knowledge And Experience

• Degree qualified in Computer science or related subject
• Demonstrated experience working with complex processes/data flows and systems
• Business Process understanding and practical experience preferred
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Experience in generating process documentation and reports
• Excellent communication skills, with an ability to translate data into actionable insights

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary
• 26 days holidays plus Christmas, Boxing Day, 1st and 2nd January
• Company pension
• Cycle to work
• Private Medical Insurance
• Early Finish on Fridays
• Opportunities for development and progression
• Great culture

About James Fisher Group

James Fisher is a global engineering services company that has evolved from its origins as a ship owner and operator to provide expertise and innovative technology across Energy, Defence, and Maritime Transport. We help our customers deliver on their promises safely, efficiently, and responsibly. With a strong heritage built on our people and innovation, we are embedding sustainability across our business.

Our strategy, centered around the One James Fisher ambition, aims to build a cohesive engineering service company in the Blue Economy.

• Our Energy Division offers safe, sustainable products and services for oil, gas, and renewables
• The Defence Division provides underwater systems and life support for defence and commercial diving markets
• Maritime Transport leads in global maritime shipping and ship-to-ship transfer services

Together, we are building a brighter, bolder, and more innovative future.

If this sounds like the next step in your career, click ‘Apply’ now.

You can find out more about James Fisher & Sons group companies and valued behaviours by watching a short film here: We are One James Fisher - YouTube

Note: Due to the volume of applications, we occasionally close vacancies early, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.

James Fisher and Sons are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success depends on our talented and diverse workforce. For more information, Click here