Ferry Replacement Programme Manager - ORK10896

Orkney Islands Council; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Interview expenses paid

Job summary

Orkney Islands Council seeks a Ferry Replacement Programme Manager to lead the strategic programme of ferry fleet replacement and related landside improvements. The role involves delivering complex infrastructure projects, securing funding, and coordinating with engineering, transportation, marine services and ferries teams.

The post may offer remote working options, with travel to Orkney as needed. Candidates should possess a proven track record in managing high-value infrastructure projects

Responsibilities

• Lead the Council's Ferry Replacement Programme and landside infrastructure improvements, including piers and harbours.
• Ensure projects progress on schedule with appropriate governance and secured funding.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across engineering, transportation, marine services and ferries.
• Remote working will be considered; some travel to Orkney may be required.

Job description

Ferry Replacement Programme Manager - ORK10896

The above amounts include Distant Islands Allowance.

You will be reporting to Service Manager for Transportation.

Your working pattern is 0900 – 1700Monday - Friday. We are happy to talk flexible working, where possible.

The purpose of this role is to lead the Council's Ferry Replacement Programme and associated landside infrastructure improvements, including the development and enhancement of piers and harbours, as part of a strategic rolling programme. The postholder will ensure projects are progressed effectively and on schedule, with appropriate governance arrangements in place and funding secured to support successful delivery.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to lead a high-profile, high-value programme that will play a vital role in securing the future of island connectivity. We are seeking a motivated and experienced project professional with a proven track record of managing complex infrastructure projects, working collaboratively with a range of stakeholders, and delivering successful outcomes within challenging environments.

While this is a significant and ambitious programme, you will not be delivering it alone. You will be supported by a wider multidisciplinary team, with expertise from across engineering, transportation, marine services and ferries.

Remote working will be considered for this post, however there may be some travel to Orkney required to the meet the demands of the position.

The necessary qualification, experience and skills required for this role are detailed in the ‘must have’ section of the attached job profile. These criteria are used for decisions on shortlisting and appointment of applicants.

This post requires a Level 1 Disclosure check.

This post is classed as a politically restricted post under the provisions of the Local Government and Housing Act 1989.

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nterview expenses are payable for this post,

Relocation package is available in line with Council Policy for this post,

Applications close at 23.59 on Sunday 22 November 2026, with shortlisting taking place week commencing 23 November 2026 and interviews are scheduled for week commencing 7 December 2026.

For a discussion about the role, contact Laura Cromarty at [e-mail] or on 01856 873636.

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Orkney Islands Council is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, gender, race or ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status or gender reassignment status.