IT Technical Officer
Band 5 £33,247 - £41,424 per annum
Plus £1,406 Distant Islands Allowance per annum
37 Hours per Week
2 Permanent Posts
Are you an experienced IT professional with a strong aptitude for problem-solving? NHS Western Isles’ IT Department is looking for two committed IT Technical Officers to join our dynamic team and contribute to our mission of delivering outstanding patient care.
The successful candidates will play a crucial role in ensuring the seamless operation of our IT infrastructure. Your primary responsibilities will include providing first-line technical support to hospital staff and GP practice personnel, efficiently addressing hardware and software issues. You will install, configure, and maintain desktop and mobile computer systems, along with associated software and peripherals. Diagnosing and resolving technical problems will be part of your daily routine, ensuring minimal disruption to hospital operations. Additionally, you will collaborate with the wider IT team to implement new technologies and enhance existing systems, while adapting to changing priorities and responding promptly to urgent technical issues.
We offer a supportive, collaborative and friendly work environment where your contributions make a real difference. There are opportunities for professional development and continuous learning, and you will have the chance to work with cutting-edge technology in a healthcare setting.
To be successful in your application for these roles, you should possess proven experience in IT support and hold a degree in a relevant field. A strong understanding of hardware, software, and networking is essential, along with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to perform well under pressure.
The post is office-based at Laxdale Court NHS Offices, offering free parking and a short walk from the Western Isles Hospital. Occasional travel to other sites will be required.
Known as Scotland’s Atlantic Islands, the Western Isles are steeped in history and culture, with stunning landscapes, spectacular coastlines, a strong sense of community and identity, and renowned Hebridean hospitality. For those with young families, the Western Isles also offer a safe place to live, a high-quality education system, and low crime rates.
For more information about these positions or to arrange an informal discussion, please get in touch with Craig McKechnie at craig.mckechnie@nhs.scot.
All NHS Western Isles vacancies appear on the NHS Scotland website: https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/ along with a job description. This post is not eligible for relocation expenses.
Tha beàrnan-obrach NHS Eilean Siar uile gu léir a' nochdadh air làrach-lìn NHS na h-Alba https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/ , còmhla ri dealbh-obrach.
Please note this post is NOT eligible for sponsorship.
If you have any further queries, please contact Tel: 01851 762027.
Closing Date 31st July 2025
IT Technical Officer
Band 5 £33,247 - £41,424 per annum
Plus £1,406 Distant Islands Allowance per annum
37 Hours per Week
2 Permanent Posts
Are you an experienced IT professional with a strong aptitude for problem-solving? NHS Western Isles’ IT Department is looking for two committed IT Technical Officers to join our dynamic team and contribute to our mission of delivering outstanding patient care.
The successful candidates will play a crucial role in ensuring the seamless operation of our IT infrastructure. Your primary responsibilities will include providing first-line technical support to hospital staff and GP practice personnel, efficiently addressing hardware and software issues. You will install, configure, and maintain desktop and mobile computer systems, along with associated software and peripherals. Diagnosing and resolving technical problems will be part of your daily routine, ensuring minimal disruption to hospital operations. Additionally, you will collaborate with the wider IT team to implement new technologies and enhance existing systems, while adapting to changing priorities and responding promptly to urgent technical issues.
We offer a supportive, collaborative and friendly work environment where your contributions make a real difference. There are opportunities for professional development and continuous learning, and you will have the chance to work with cutting-edge technology in a healthcare setting.
To be successful in your application for these roles, you should possess proven experience in IT support and hold a degree in a relevant field. A strong understanding of hardware, software, and networking is essential, along with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to perform well under pressure.
The post is office-based at Laxdale Court NHS Offices, offering free parking and a short walk from the Western Isles Hospital. Occasional travel to other sites will be required.
Known as Scotland’s Atlantic Islands, the Western Isles are steeped in history and culture, with stunning landscapes, spectacular coastlines, a strong sense of community and identity, and renowned Hebridean hospitality. For those with young families, the Western Isles also offer a safe place to live, a high-quality education system, and low crime rates.
For more information about these positions or to arrange an informal discussion, please get in touch with Craig McKechnie at craig.mckechnie@nhs.scot.
All NHS Western Isles vacancies appear on the NHS Scotland website: https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/ along with a job description. This post is not eligible for relocation expenses.
Tha beàrnan-obrach NHS Eilean Siar uile gu léir a' nochdadh air làrach-lìn NHS na h-Alba https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/ , còmhla ri dealbh-obrach.
Please note this post is NOT eligible for sponsorship.
If you have any further queries, please contact Tel: 01851 762027.
Closing Date 31st July 2025
