Jobs of the Week are live!

This week we've featured an exciting Apprenticeship opportunity with Anderson and Cluness, openings at Orkney Dental and Aquatera for Administrators, vacancies at the Pumphouse Cafe at the Scapa Flow Museum in Lyness, and more!

For more information on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below.

Relief, temporary, seasonal and part-time jobs are a brilliant way of gaining experience and refining your skills, which can be put to use in jobs you work all through your life.

Jobs of the Week are live!

This week's jobs include an opening at the Stromness Museum for a Relief Custodian, a vacancy at Cooke Scotland for an Inshore Deckhand, and an opportunity at Archive Coffee for a Baker. This posting will close on Sunday, so get your application in quick if you're interested!

For full details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below.

If you're struggling to fill out an application form, we're here to help! Check out the guide on our website here, or on My World of Work here for more information.

Jobs of the Week are live!

This week's exciting opportunities include an opening at the PIckaquoy Centre for a Cinema Projectionist, a trainee opportunity at Stagecoach for a PCV (Bus) Driver, a vacancy with Kerr Carpentry for an Apprentice Joiner (with great employee benefits such as a 4-day work week), and more!

For more information on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below.

There are a great variety of apprenticeships you can undertake across many different industries - they're not just for the trades! Some different areas you can apprentice in include social services, IT, life sciences, business and administration, and many more. Check out apprenticeships.scot for more information.

It's Thursday, and Jobs of the Week are live!

This week's features include an opening with the Peedie Chippie for a Serving Assistant, a seasonal opportunity with Rendall's Bakery, a vacancy for a Store Person at Birsay Farmers closing on the 30th May, and more!

For full details of the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below.

After sending in your application to an open position, you will often be asked to complete an interview with the employer. This is a great opportunity, not just for the employer to learn more about you as a person, but for you to ask any questions you may have about what it's like to work for their company. Visit our handy guide here for more tips, and to learn what to do and what not to do during a job interview.

It’s Thursday, which means it’s time for Jobs of the Week!
 
This week, we include your last chance to apply for a Medical Administrator position at Stromness Surgery, as well as seasonal opportunities at Judith Glue Real Food Café and the Scapa Flow Visitors Centre and Museum.  Also, Orkney Housing Association Ltd. are looking for two new team members, one of which is an apprenticeship opportunity.
 
For full details of all of the vacancies included this week, click on the button below.
 
Your experience doesn't need to come from a full-time, paid job.  You can gain valuable transferrable skills from things like placements, internships, relief work, volunteering, clubs, sports, and hobbies.

This week’s Jobs of the Week are now live and include seasonal opportunities with Orkney Ferries and Orkney Golf Club.  There is also an Apprentice Joiner opportunity with Kerr Carpentry and a Customer Services Apprenticeship with Northlink Ferries, as well as the chance to work as a Relief Catering Assistant during the Orkney 2025 Island Games.
 
For full details of all of the vacancies included this week, click on the button below.
 
Relief, temporary, seasonal and part-time jobs are a brilliant way of gaining experience and refining your skills, which can be put to use in jobs you work all through your life.

This week’s Jobs of the Week are now live and include seasonal opportunities with the Orkney Brewery and Historic Environment Scotland.  There is also a trainee Assistant Manager position with the Lynnfield Hotel, plus your last chance to apply for a part-time role with Co-op Food in their Albert Street store.
 
For full details of all of the vacancies included this week, click on the button below.
 
When you are looking for a job, it is sometimes difficult to know where to start and how to find the job that is right for you.  For advice on tips on starting your job hunt, visit My World of Work, here, or find help on the DYW Orkney website, here.
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Jobs of the Week are live!

This week, the Lynnfield Hotel is having a big recruitment drive - they're recruiting for Housekeepers, Waiting Staff, and an Assistant Manager role with training available. Please note the managerial role is 18+ only, along with working full-time front-of-house as the role requires handling alcohol. Part-time roles and Housekeeping are 16+.

Our other features include Bowling Assistant positions at Garden Square, Administration and Bookkeeping Support at CRC, and a variety of Groundwork vacancies at Andrew Sinclair Ltd.

For full details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below.

There are a great variety of apprenticeships you can undertake across many different industries - they're not just for the trades! Some different areas you can apprentice in include social services, IT, life sciences, business and administration, and many more. Check out apprenticeships.scot for more information.

 Jobs of the Week are live!

This week's featured jobs include vacancies at the Scapa Distillery for Seasonal Hosts, Administration opportunities with Nursing Services at NHS Orkney, openings with Cooke Scotland for Seawater Support Assistants on a 2 weeks on/off rota, and more!

For more details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below.

Remember, your skills and strengths can always be developed. Some great ways of doing this might be to join an evening class, short course or club outwith school or work. Community Learning and Development operate the Learning Link and a variety of evening short courses - check out this link for more information!

Jobs of the Week are live!

This week's features include an opportunity with OIC Marine Services for an Apprentice Electrician, two vacancies at Skerryvore Practice for Medical Secretaries, openings at the Deerness Distillery Dashing Deer Cafe for Kitchen Staff, and more.

For more details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below.

If you're interested in applying for an electrical position, it's a good idea to sit and pass an assessment with the Scottish Electrical Charitable Training Trust (SECTT). Completion of this assessment proves your technical and numerical knowledge and is often desirable or even essential to have completed the assessment before applying for an electrical apprenticeship. You can learn more about the SECTT assessment process here.

It's a new month, and Jobs of the Week has had a facelift!

You might not notice a big difference here on our website, but be sure to check out our Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn profiles to see the fresh new format.

This week's jobs include an opening for a Full-time Cafe Worker at Archive Coffee, Joinery Apprenticeship vacancies at R Clouston with great first-year pay rates, and an opportunity to work in Security at the Rapture nightclub, due to open at Garden Square during the summer, with full training provided.

For full details and to see the rest of the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below.

Your CV doesn't need to be boring or devoid of colour. As long as all of the essential information is there, a little flair can go a long way in helping you to stand out from other applicants - but keep it professional!

Jobs of the Week are live!

This week we have an exciting seasonal Tour Guiding opportunity from the Barony Mill, a Kitchen Porter vacancy at Archive Coffee, a Technical Support position at Kyloe closing next week, and more.

For full details on the jobs we've featured this week, click on the button below.

When writing a personal statement, think of the job you're applying for as well as the values of the company. Let them know who you are, what you can offer to them, and your career progression goals if you do land the job. Aim to keep it 150 words at maximum.

Jobs of the Week are live!

This week's features include a number of opportunities in Hospitality from The Foveran, the Deerness Distillery and Judith Glue, as well as an opening for a Tyre Fitter with Iain Laird. We've also included an Engineering apprenticeship from SSE, which is closing this Sunday - if you're interested, get your application in quick!

For full details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below.

During an interview, if you can, try to relate your skills and experience to the role. This could be something as simple as spending time using a home computer. Employers often look for computer literacy in potential candidates (even in industries you might not expect!), and they'll usually list this in the person specification.

Jobs of the Week are live!

We have some exciting features this week, such as a opportunity with Clyde Munro Dental Group for a standout Trainee Dental Nurse, an opening at Kyloe for a Technical Support Analyst, various part-, full-time and seasonal vacancies at the Ferry Inn and Royal Hotel in Stromness, and more.

For full details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below.

Your experience doesn't need to come from a full-time, paid job. You can gain valuable transferrable skills from things like placements, internships, relief work, volunteering, clubs, sports, and hobbies.

Jobs of the Week are live!

It's Scottish Apprenticeships Week! This week we've featured a variety of apprentice and trainee opportunities. These include a great opportunity with Kerr Carpentry for an Apprentice Joiner, a vacancy with Dardan Security to train as a Security Officer with attractive benefits, an opening at OVO to train in Smart Meter installation, and more.

For full details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below.

We're not the only place that posts jobs! If you're not feeling any of the jobs we've curated this week, you can check out sites like orkney.com, My Job Scotland or The Orcadian for more postings.

Jobs of the Week are live!

This week's features include a part-time Barista opening at Sunbean Coffee House, an opportunity at the Brig Larder to join the team as a Deli Assistant, a vacancy at Lidl for Customer Assistants, and more.

For full details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below.

Asking questions at the end of a job interview is a great way to make yourself stand out from other applicants, and interviewers will often expect them. If you're having trouble thinking of questions to ask, you can research the company online, or have a look at this blog post for ideas: https://resources.biginterview.com/interview-questions-answers/questions-to-ask-at-the-end-of-interview/

Jobs of the Week are live!

This week we've got a bumper feature of Apprenticeship opportunities from SSE! These include Engineering, Project Management and Data Analysis. On completion of the 2-3 year training programmes (varying between each role), you'll be offered a permanent position at SSE with a highly competitive salary - so if you're interested in any of these job roles, this is the opportunity for you!

For full details on these roles and the rest of the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below.

Did you know? Graduate Apprenticeships allow you to gain a fully funded degree up to Honours or Masters level while on the job. This is a great way to kickstart your career, but be mindful that spaces are often highly competitive! To find out more, visit apprenticeships.scot.

Jobs of the Week are live! For those in school, we hope you're enjoying the mid-term break.

Today we've featured opportunities with Casey Construction for Construction Labourers and Plant Operators with training available, an opening at Lows for a Receptionist, a vacancy at Solveig for a Self-employed Hairdresser, and more!

For full details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below.

As a young or inexperienced worker, it can often be hard to give examples of why you have a certain strength or skill. Don't be afraid to write down something that sounds mundane, like planning a weekend away or joining a school committee, because it could very well be a valid example!

Jobs of the Week are live!

This week we've featured some Hospitality vacancies with the Sands Hotel, the Standing Stones Hotel and Some Good Cuppa, an Electrical and Mechanical Apprenticeship opportunity with Enercon, a Trainee Print Estimator position at The Orcadian (closing tomorrow!), and more!
Also featured: the St Magnus International Festival is looking for volunteers to work in areas such as front-of-house and stage maintenance.

For full details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below.

If you are looking for a job, but also keen to gain a qualification, an apprenticeship may be for you. Apprenticeships are a great way to get real-life industry experience alongside a recognised qualification. If you would like more information on apprenticeships, speak to a Careers Adviser or visit apprenticeships.scot.

Another Thursday; another Jobs of the Week!

This week we're featuring some retail opportunities with Alison Moore, both in Stromness and at the new location due to open in Kirkwall; an Office Administrator vacancy at Pipedream Plumbing, a trainee opportunity at The Orcadian for a Print Estimator, and more.

For full details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below.

Your CV can be tailored to the job you're applying to. Read carefully through any documents the employer may have provided on the job listing, and make any improvements to your CV as you see fit. However, don't be tempted to lie! You're likely to be caught out, especially at the interview stage.

Jobs of the Week are live!

This week's features include a Receptionist vacancy at the Kirkwall Hotel, seasonal landscaping opportunities with Golder Orkney, an 18+ opening at Papdale Stores for a Shop Assistant, and more! We've also included Xodus Group's Graduate Environmental Consultant vacancy again as a reminder that it will be closing tomorrow - if you'd like to apply for this position, make sure you get your application in soon!

For more details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below.

Relief, temporary, seasonal and part-time jobs are a brilliant way of gaining experience and refining your skills, which can be put to use in jobs you work all through your life.

Jobs of the Week are live!

This week's features include an opening at d&h for an Administrative Assistant at their Stromness office; an opportunity to join NHS Orkney in the Balfour as a Pharmacy Support Worker; vacancies at the Orkney Brewery Visitor Centre for table and bar staff, kitchen assistants, tour guides and cleaners; and more.
Please note that our job listings from The Orcadian this week are only in the physical paper at time of posting, but should be listed on The Orcadian's website on Friday at 11:00.

For full details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below.

If you're looking for a job with a certain company, but they're not actively recruiting, you can try sending a speculative application. Even if they don't have any paid vacancies this demonstrates that you are proactive and motivated. They may be able to offer you an internship, and when a vacancy does come up within the company, they might even ask you first. For more information, have a look at this page on our website.

Happy New Year! The first Jobs of the Week of 2025 are live.

To start the year off we've got a variety of features, such as a Husbandry opportunity with Scottish Sea Farms with trainee option available, an opening at R Clouston for a Delivery Driver with a C1 licence, a graduate opportunity with Xodus to train as an Environmental Consultant, and more!

For full details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below.

Researching the employer in the lead-up to an interview is a key method of showing your interest in the job. This can often be difficult, so if you're having trouble, why not have a look at this guide?

The final Jobs of the Week of 2024 are live! We'll be back with more at the start of the new year.

This week's features include an opening with Cooke Scotland for a Maintenance Engineer at their factory in Hatston, an opportunity to join Papdale Primary School as an Auxiliary, some vacancies at Tesco, and more.

For full details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below.

Having trouble thinking of what to write into a CV or personal statement? My World of Work have some great quiz-based resources to help you figure out strengths, skills and qualities you have - they will even suggest jobs or career paths based on what you enter!

Jobs of the Week are live!

This week's featured positions include an opening with the Royal Mail in Stromness for a Postperson with Driving, Support Worker opportunities with Scottish Autism, a maternity cover vacancy with the Pickaquoy Centre for a Fitness Instructor, part-time openings for Housekeeping at the Kirkwall Hotel, and more!

For full details of the vacancies we've included this week, click on the button below.

We're not the only place that posts jobs! If you're not feeling any of the jobs we've curated this week, you can check out sites like orkney.com, My Job Scotland or The Orcadian for more postings.