Job Description

Service: Customer Support Services - ICT

Closing Date: Tuesday 5th September 2023

Key Skills: MS Server, Virtualization, M365, MS Azure, Storage, ITSM, Team leading and Mentoring.

Argyll and Bute Council are looking to recruit a full time IT Officer to join our Server team. This is an exciting role based in the council\'s HQ in Lochgilphead, working within a dynamic team which has a strong focus on customer service.

This is hybrid post. The council recognises the numerous benefits of a positive work life balance to the wellbeing and productivity of our employees. Whilst the majority of this role can be carried out remotely, regular team working in person is a requirement of the post so there is an expectation of weekly attendance in Lochgilphead.

You will be leading a team of 7 highly skilled IT engineers to support the councils existing server infrastructure, contributing to fault diagnosis and troubleshooting, ensuring the security of our environment as well as assisting in the design, development, and deployment of new IT services.

Argyll and Bute are seeking an experienced individual to join a dedicated and professional team engaged in supporting every aspect of the council\'s business.

You must take note of the essential and desirable requirements specified in the and Person Specification and include all necessary information when applying.

Benefits include generous holiday and sick pay entitlement, access to retail and high-street discounts, access to flexible working (Flexi time), Employee Assistance Programme, Group life assurance, unlimited access to the councils eLearning platform to support your personal development, as well as access to the local government pension scheme.

Applicants should note that:-

• This post is not suitable for job share.
• Pay award pending.

To apply for this vacancy, please click on the Apply Now button at the top of this page.

If you would like clarification on any information contained within the vacancy advert and/or the job description you will require to speak with the recruiting manager, who is:

• Name: Gerry McDonald
• Job Title: ICT Networks and Server Manager
• E-mail:

Please note that you cannot apply for this vacancy by contacting the recruiting manager, applications must be made by clicking on the Apply Now button at the top of this page.

Please also note that we do not accept CV\'s, only applications completed and submitted via the Apply Now button on this page.

We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the wider society that we serve. We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and a sense of belonging. To find out more about our commitment to this please visit

Argyll and Bute Council