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ICT Analyst - Computer Centre

Published by Shetland Islands Council
Ref: SIC09027 Published date: 30/09/2026 Closing date: 22/10/2026
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Location:

Computer Centre, Lerwick

Salary:
£40,355.27 - £50,626.38
Contract type:
Permanent
Position type:
Full Time
Hours:
37 hours
Categories:

Advertisement Details

ICT Services are looking for ICT Analyst (career graded) to join the Projects & Analysis team, the ICT analyst will lead on project management to deliver new ICT systems including process mapping, requirement gathering, procurement, testing and implementation.   

This vacancy is being advertised as a Career Graded post, which is a career development opportunity. This means that the Council is committed to supporting the successful candidate to obtain the necessary skills, abilities and knowledge to become fully competent in the role. Please see the Career Grade document attached to this advert that outlines the entry level requirements for the job and the expected career progression route. The successful candidate will be supported to become fully competent in the role and progress through the career grade. Where there is a requirement to achieve a qualification, this will be fully funded by the Council.

More detail is provided in the Job Profile, Person Specification and Conditions of Service Summary attached to the bottom of this advert.

Please follow the link(s) below for further information -

www.shetland.gov.uk

Additional Information

  • The grade of this post is I/J/K
  • This post is career graded - your salary and career progression will depend on your experience and qualifications
  • Salary shown in the advert is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance of £2,997 per annum (pro rata)
  • Permanent Full Time post for 37.0 Hours per Week, 52.18 weeks per year
  • Preferred candidates will be required to undertake a Level 1 Disclosure check prior to a formal offer of employment being made
  • A relocation package does not apply to this post
  • We will pay interview expenses from within Shetland
  • We are happy to talk flexible working

During the application process you are required to give the names of two persons not related to you, who we can contact to provide a reference to support your application.

This post is based at Computer Centre, Garthspool, Lerwick

For further details relating to this post, please contact: James Sawkins, Team Leader, Tel: 01595 744784, Email: james.sawkins2@shetland.gov.uk

If you have a disability which prevents you from applying online, please call 01595 744032.

Information about Shetland

Shetland is an archipelago in the north of the British Isles where you'll find freedom, wildlife and wild beauty, but also a rich culture and dynamic, forward-looking society. The Islands have a thriving and diverse economy full of opportunities and offer residents the ideal work/life balance. Shetland combines stunning coastal landscapes and wide open spaces with friendly, bustling island communities. Factor in Shetland's impressive modern amenities, highly regarded schools and the Islands offer a work life balance rarely found elsewhere.

Find out more about:

Living and working in Shetland: here

The Shetland Islands Council: here

 


Job Attachments

A Practical Guide to Our Ways of Working.pdf

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Conditions of Service - Local Government Employees - Jan 25.pdf

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Employee Benefits Sheet (FOR RECRUITMENT) Feb 2026.pdf

PDF • 142kB
Download for the job attachment "Employee Benefits Sheet (FOR RECRUITMENT) Feb 2026.pdf"

ICT Analyst - ICT Projects and Analysis (K) A00477-3955 (829).pdf

PDF • 159kB
Download for the job attachment "ICT Analyst - ICT Projects and Analysis (K) A00477-3955 (829).pdf"

ICT Analyst Career Grade (I-K).pdf

PDF • 152kB
Download for the job attachment "ICT Analyst Career Grade (I-K).pdf"

Location

Computer Centre, Lerwick


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