Public sector jobs in Scotland

Morgan Hunt is working with a leading Highlands based organisation to recruit a IT Support Analyst with a strong organisation skills. This organisation are well known and have been supported by the UK & Scottish Government in recent months.

Role:

• Ensure compliance with evolving Data Protection Legislation as applied to a document management system while fostering a culture of understanding.
• Sustain and enhance the project data management system to facilitate efficient data retention, archiving, and accurate maintenance of project databases, aligning with company processes and procedures.
• Assess, implement, and oversee a document management system, while reviewing and developing a comprehensive strategy for managing both hard and soft copy documentation.
• Emphasize the utmost importance of information security and prioritize its safeguarding.
• Offer data management support to project teams, assisting them in effectively managing their information.
• Provide assistance in effectively communicating the status of information systems to colleagues and educate staff on information systems and processes.
• Support the IT Systems Engineer in ensuring optimal performance of the systems with minimal downtime.
• Monitor and maintain IT systems, including hardware, operating systems, security systems, telephone systems, networks, and backups.
• Assist in software installations, upgrades, and patching.
• Investigate and resolve user support requests promptly.
• Generate reports and analyse data related to IT systems and user support statistics.
• Contribute to IT projects, adhering to defined timelines and budgetary constraints.
• Provide coverage for the IT Systems Engineer during holidays and absences, as well as emergency out-of-hours IT support on a rotational basis.
• Occasionally schedule pre-arranged weekend work to ensure the maintenance or upgrade of IT systems and infrastructure.

Experienced Required:

• Strong interest in IT/ Technology
• A strong organisational background
• Ideally experience working with data
• Current valid driving license and use of a vehicle.

Salary & Benefits:

• £28k-30k
• Excellent Pension
• Hybrid Working model- 2 days home/ 3 days office in Invergordon
• 30 days holiday
• 35 hours per week

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

Morgan Hunt are recruiting Plumbers for a long term contract in Ayr. You will be working in domestic properties, both void and occupied, carrying out reactive and planned maintenance.

You will be a qualified plumber who has experience in a similar role.

Requirements;

• Time served (must have proof of qualifications)
• Gas Qualifications advantageous
• Must be a driver (van provided by client)
• Must have maintenance experience
• Will be able to provide 2 x recent references

Long term work within a large social housing organisation.

37 hours per week, early finish on a Friday.

From £22 - £23 per hour.

Weekly pay

Please contact for further information.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

Company Role

Is a Local Authority who are dealing with a housing stock of almost 5,000 houses, and over 30 schools. Their team focuses on new build major projects and planned and reactive maintenance of current properties.

As a result of budget plans for this financial year, they are looking to add a Senior Quantity Surveyor, to their team for what should be at least 6 months. But more than likely to be for the full financial year.

In this role you will be responsible for assisting in providing a comprehensive quantity surveying service on various types of projects that will include providing cost plans, preparing bills of quantities/descriptions of work and associated contract documentation, tender reports, interim valuations and final accounts. This will include development of processes and procedures with Legal, Financial and Procurement staff from within the Council to deliver robust cost planning and cost management of projects.

There is also the distinct possibility that this role could be converted into a permanent post within the council should you be interested.

Requirements

• You will be a technically accomplished and experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor.
• Being self-motivated, ambitious, client facing and able to work both autonomously and collaboratively is vital to this role.
• It is anticipated that the successful candidate will have a working knowledge and understanding of project cost planning, budget setting, cost management and delivery of capital and revenue projects in line with Council Standing orders on contracts and financial regulations.
• Ideally you should have a relevant RICS approved academic qualification in Quantity Surveying.

Benefits

• 6 months guaranteed work, very likely to last 12 months.
• Flexible and hybrid working.
• 2 days in the office ideally, the rest can be from home.
• 8 hours a day, flexible on start and finish times out with core hours.
• Up to £35 p/h

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

Company

We have a current opportunity for a CAD Technician to join one of Scotland's premier design, manufacturing and installation specialists.

The operate primarily within the hospitality sector across the UK. Including restaurants, commercial kitchens, bars, coffee shops, hotels and services.

The provide a complete service from initial design concepts through to the finished installation. With over 30 years experience in their industry, they boast a diverse range of clients, including some of the UK most prestigious household names.

Role

You will be the sole CAD Technician for the business, therefore this is a very important role within the operations of the company.

You will get involved in full fit out designs, bespoke joinery drawings and full 3D models.

You will work directly with the company owners to work up the design briefs. Before turning the sketches and ideas into live working drawings. These will be very detailed as many of them will be bespoke drawings for manufacturing.

Requirements

• HND or Degree in Architecture, Interior Design or Computer Aided Design
• Experience in working on your own drawings with no supervision
• Manufacturing or bespoke joinery drawing experience
• AutoCAD experience
• 3D Modelling skills

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

Morgan Hunt are recruiting Plumbers for a long term contract based in Inverness. You will be working in a Commercial properties, carrying out both void and occupied repair. This will involve carrying out reactive and planned maintenance.

You will be a qualified plumber who has experience in a similar role. Additional on call rates may also be given.

Requirements;

• Time served (must have proof of qualifications)
• Gas Qualifications advantageous - (Enhanced rates of pay)
• Must be a driver (van provided by client)
• Must have maintenance experience
• Will be able to provide 2 x recent references

Long term work within a large social housing organisation.

37 hours per week, early finish on a Friday.

From £15 per hour (Depending on experience and PAY/Umbrella methods)

A van issued by client for any work related site visits.

Weekly pay

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

We have a current opportunity for a Plumber on a temporary basis. The position will be based in Inverness. For further information about this position please apply or call Sam Pirie on 07583282848

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

Morgan Hunt are recruiting a Grounds Maintenance Operative for an immediate start within a large organisation in Inverness.

You should have previous experience in a similar grounds role, and working alongside trades. If you are looking for a role which has a great work life balance then this is the role for you.

Your key responsibilities will be to work alongside the trades operatives carrying out planned and reactive maintenance and grounds maintenance tasks.

As a Maintenance Operative you should;

• Have experience in a grounds/gardener role
• Have excellent communication skills
• Have a sound knowledge of health and safety legislation
• Be competent using hand tools

For this role you must hold a disclosure, or be willing to obtain one.

37 hours a week Monday to Friday

This is a PAYE position

Please get in touch for further details.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

We have a current opportunity for a Gardener on a temporary basis. The position will be based in Inverness. For further information about this position please apply or call Sam Pirie on 07583282848

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

2 x Maintenance Electricians required for immediate starts within a large organisation in Inverness.

You should have previous experience working as an Electrician carrying out reactive and planned maintenance and minor works.

Your key responsibilities will be to work alongside the trades operatives carrying out planned and reactive maintenance. Your role will be carried out in one place so no driving licence is required for this role.

As a Maintenance Electrician you should;

• Have a recognised Electrician Qualification
• Have experience working on industrial/commercial systems
• Have excellent communication skills
• Have a sound knowledge of health and safety legislation
• Be able to provide 2 x references
• hold a disclosure, or be willing to obtain one.

37 hours a week Monday to Friday Opportunity for additional on call rota.

PAYE Position

This is a static role and is long term temporary position. This role could lead to a permanent role for the right person. If you are successful with our client and gain a permanent role, after 5 years service you can get up to 62 days annual leave a year. You also have the benefit of having a long weekend every 2nd week. Immediate start for the right person.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

If you would like more information on this role, please call Sam Pirie on 07583282848

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

Morgan Hunt are recruiting painters for work in void domestic properties within the Moray Area.

You should be an experienced painter, preferably Time served and have experience working in domestic properties. You will be responsible for prepping surfaces ready for decoration, gloss & emulsion work and other painting duties.

37-40 hours per week, may be opportunity for overtime at enhanced rates

£21.00 per hour - CIS/ Umbrella

Rates for Paye is £15.00 per hour

Immediate start available, long term contact for up to a years work, for the right person.

Candidates should;

• Be time served - with evidence of this
• Have experience in domestic properties
• Be able to provide references
• Driving licence is required- van issued for work.

Long term contract, please get in touch to discuss.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

We have a current opportunity for a Painter on a contract basis. The position will be based in Moray area. For further information about this position please apply or contact Sam Pirie on 07583282848

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

We have a current opportunity for a Compliance Officer for a duration of 12 months. The position will be based in Glasgow with a hybrid working approach (1 day per week in office required).

The essential criteria for this role is:

* Ability to proactively prioritise and plan your work and deliver quality outputs in a dynamic environment

* The ability to collect, analyse and investigate qualitative and quantitative data and evidence to arrive at conclusions and offer recommendations.

* Strong track record in evaluating and scrutinising evidence with excellent attention to detail, including using various Microsoft packages.

* Good written and verbal communication skills that effectively communicate complex issues to non-expert audiences.

For further information about this position please apply.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

We have a current opportunity for a PMO Co-ordinator on a contract basis for an initial 3 months, with potential for extension.

Rate: £300-£400pd DOE - Inside IR35/Umbrella

Location: Edinburgh office/Hybrid - 2 Days on site

Contract Length: 3 Months

The job outline is to provide the coordination of the project management office, including the line management of three staff and dedicated support to allocated projects.

Other duties include;

• Assure quality of risk and issue management across ll projects, including development of appropriate standards and templates and training staff on use
• Develop and maintain consistent approach to milestones, work package tracking and cost tracking using MS Project and time recording. This will ensure that consistent plans are maintained at a project, programme and overall programme levelSupport the governance and reporting for allocated projects including the management of actions
• Support the financial management of project budgets including the monitoring of actual spend and liaising with project and programme managers to develop the financial forecast and understand any variances
• Manage SharePoint Document management system and framework. Including maintaining the permissions approach and working with programme teams to ensure adoption of framework
• Provide line management support to the members of the PMO ensuring work is allocated appropriately, completed to required timescales and quality
• Support for strategic change management team including the scheduling and support of meetings, monitoring of various work trackers, update and distribution of key documentation
• Relationship management for PMO, offering support, advice, and assistance on a range of issues and requests
• Project Team, Programme Manager ensuring the effective delivery of projects and programmes
• Regular contact with project managers within the programme, providing on-going support, leadership and direction

Skills/Experience Required;

• Extensive experience working as a Project Manager or PMO Analyst
• In depth understanding of current industry best practice in project and programme management with proven ability to adapt these to consistently deliver. Experience of developing tools and templates to implement best practice
• Developing or assuring project and programme plans, benefits, risk issues and other related information
• Experience of change management and in particular planning and tracking change
• Developing effective relationships and establishing trust with colleagues and customers
• Consistently obtaining results through others by effective coaching and mentoring
• Running workshops and delivering effective presentations to senior colleagues

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

We have a current opportunity for a Payroll Officer on a temporary basis for 3 months initially. (this is a vacant position within the team) The position will be based in Edinburgh and will be hybrid but will require 2/3 days office based.

Within the role you will assist with and support an efficient, accurate, responsive and professional Payroll and Pensions service to the organisation.

You will be naturally customer focussed and have a 'can do' attitude to ensure that our customers' experience of the service is positive. You will understand the importance of working with partner agencies such as HMRC and our pension provider.

Main duties are :

• Ensure all data entry is processed accurately to meet agreed deadlines for monthly pay runs and year-end accounts.

• Ensure all appropriate time sheets are received on time, carry out initial checks and prepare summary totalling hours, overtime, holidays etc.

• Ensure accurate payments are made for salaried and hourly paid payrolls on a monthly basis.

• Act as first point of contact in payroll and deal promptly with customer/employee issues/concerns to a satisfactory resolution, escalating issues as appropriate.

• Input and process relevant additional benefits schemes that are in place with VHA.

• Ensure accurate input processing of relevant statutory deductions, HMRC, RTI notifications, including attachment of earnings, court orders etc. in line with payment deduction agreements.

• Input and process all employee absence in line with the relevant policy in place and ensure accurate pay is received.

Experience within Payroll is essential

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

We have a current opportunity for a Oracle Fusion Cutover Manager on a contract basis. The role is with our public sector client for an initial 6 months and will be outside IR35.

The role holder will finalise the cutover strategy and plan as well as managing the cutover, including management of risks and issues.

Skills/Experience required include;

• An understanding of the key business issues/drivers that result in clients pursuing transformation programmes.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to land key decisions with senior leaders and key business stakeholders.
• Experience of Oracle Cloud ERP implementation project lifecycle
• Detailed knowledge of Oracle Cloud ERP enabled end-to-end business process across Finance, Procurement, Projects, EPM
• Proven experience of successfully transitioning an Oracle Transformation programme involving Finance, EPM, HR and third party systems into 'Live' operations.
• Deep understanding of Data migration cycles- Extract, Transform, Load, reconciliation etc.
• Experience of managing large external and internal teams.
• Experience of implementing systems with various third party systems (upstream and downstream).
• Excellent matrix management and multitasking skills with ability to balance competing priorities and carefully manage stakeholder expectations.
• Experience identifying, diagnosing and resolving issues independently; taking initiative even under unfamiliar or ambiguous circumstances.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

We have a current opportunity for a Project Manager on a contract basis with our public sector client in Glasgow for an initial 6 month contract. They require someone for only 3 days a week.

Rate: £400-£425pd, Inside IR35

The Project Manager role will report to the Data Governance Manager, within the Planning, Insights & Analytics (PIA) directorate, working in partnership with Information Services and the Programme Delivery directorate. You will provide Project Management and Business Analysis skills to manage and drive the work of the team who are delivering on a programme of significant process, system and data changes to support the staff and student experience.

Other Duties;

• Responsible for the delivery of projects: within agreed timescales, budgets and scope: following the University approach for project initiation; planning, documentation, control and reporting.
• Responsible for managing a workstream(s) within a large programme - organisational, process, systems, or data driven - across the organisation. Administration of all project related documentation and where necessary, reporting to Project Boards or steering group.
• Management of workstream or project staff resources for project teams often including external parties: developing plans for the delivery of required work and allocating the work according to resource type required, availability and skills; monitoring progress of work against plan, evaluating alternatives and initiating corrective action when required.
• Communication with all relevant sponsor and stakeholder communities, including consultation and management of expectations; engaging and managing stakeholders from across the organisation, including academics, senior colleagues to operational staff to ensure clarity in the delivery of key project communications, including project or workstream status and any emerging risks or issues for their Project or workstream.
• Deployment of organisation risk policy to identify, assess, monitor, and actively manage risks, whether in a small standalone project or as part of a larger team supporting workstreams across a complex programme.
• Deliver timely and meaningful project reporting materials to the appropriate governance vehicles; including to the Data Governance Manager, Chief Data Officer or the Project Sponsor as relevant to the work being managed.

Skills/Experiences;

• Experience of end-to-end project delivery

• Thorough knowledge of the project lifecycle and common work practices and approaches for project management

• Ability to build project plans and ensure these are agreed and communicated with the project team, project board and stakeholders.

• Demonstrable analytical and problem-solving skills

• Highly effective communication and interpersonal skills

• Proven people management skills and motivational skills in formal and informal situations.

• Effective writing and communication skills to produce clear project management documents and sponsor and stakeholder focused content

• Relevant experience of managing projects across the full project lifecycle

• Using Microsoft Project software, Agile tools, or similar software

• Experience of running project teams, including external contractors and third parties

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

Morgan Hunt has an opportunity for a Building Services Manager on a permanent basis to be based in Aberdeen.

The Organisation

Their sustained expansion over the years has made it possible for them to provide significant projects, infrastructure, residential and commercial projects, and facilities management for clients across the country. They have also been able to invest in the company, the future of people, and communities.

As of right now, they have locations all over Scotland, the North of England, and the Midlands. Their size and talents enable them to take on significant issues and establish long-lasting, win-win partnerships. As they create services and infrastructure that will last the test of time, they simultaneously think locally and collaborate with their stakeholders and the supply chain.

In the end, everything they do is focused on advancing in a safe manner toward a future that is sustainable for our people, our communities, and our business.

Job Purpose:

The Building Services Manager is responsible for the management and maintenance of all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems within a building or group of buildings. The role involves supervising a team of technicians and contractors to ensure the smooth operation of building services and compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations. The Building Services Manager also works closely with other departments to provide technical expertise and support for projects related to building systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and coordinate all building services including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Plan and implement a preventive maintenance program to ensure all equipment is operating efficiently and safely.
• Supervise and manage a team of technicians and contractors, providing direction, guidance, and training as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations and codes.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with tenants, stakeholders, and service providers.
• Work collaboratively with other departments, including facilities management, construction, and design, to provide technical expertise and support for projects related to building systems.
• Manage and track departmental budgets and expenses, ensuring that resources are allocated efficiently and effectively.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures related to building services, including emergency response plans and environmental sustainability initiatives.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all building services activities, including maintenance logs, service requests, and inventory.
• Stay up to date with new technologies, trends, and best practices in building services management.

Benefits

The salary for this position will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition, there is a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, Pension, and professional development opportunities.

If you are interested in the position of Building Services Manager in Aberdeen, please apply with your up-to-date CV. No cover letter is required.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.