Relief Public Lighting Operative - Lighting Maintenance

Orkney Islands Council; Kirkwall; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Orkney Islands Council is seeking a Relief Public Lighting Operative to maintain and install street lighting installations and related infrastructure in Kirkwall. The role is on an as and when required basis with hours generally 8am–4pm Monday to Thursday and 8am–3:30pm Friday, with flexible working where possible. A Level 1 Disclosure is required.

Salary is £17.09 per hour (including Distant Islands Allowance). Applications close 15 November 2026; interviews start 16 November 2026.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and installation of street lighting installations and related infrastructure.
• Setting out work for construction and maintenance of public lighting installations.
• Work as part of a team to ensure reliable public lighting services.

Job description

Orkney Islands Council is seeking a Relief Public Lighting Operative to maintain and install street lighting installations and related infrastructure in Kirkwall. The role is on an as and when required basis with hours generally 8am–4pm Monday to Thursday and 8am–3:30pm Friday, with flexible working where possible. A Level 1 Disclosure is required.

Salary is £17.09 per hour (including Distant Islands Allowance). Applications close 15 November 2026; interviews start 16 November 2026.