Vacancy: Administration Officer (maternity cover)
EMEC is an innovation catalyst pioneering the transition to a clean energy future.
EMEC is the world’s leading demonstration facility for testing wave and tidal energy technologies in the sea. Based in Orkney, the centre is also working on R&D projects looking at green hydrogen, floating wind and the decarbonisation of maritime and aviation sectors.
Administration Officer (Maternity cover)
Salary: £27,179 – £29,542 | Type: Fixed term post to cover maternity leave
Location: Orkney | Hours: Full-time, however part-time applications welcomed.
We are looking for an Administration Officer to support business functions across EMEC by providing key administrative services, including reception cover, administrative support and accurate record keeping.
As Administration Officer for EMEC, you will provide a safe working and professional environment, providing a range of administrative support services across the company, including travel bookings, reception service, visit organisation and document control, ensuring adherence to relevant policies and processes at all times.
You will ensure that records are kept accurately with regular updates and maintenance, whilst assisting with the development and functionality of necessary systems, policies and procedures to ensure effective and efficient administrative processes within EMEC.
You will have a good all-round education, be literate with IT packages including MS Office software and have a good understanding of office systems and procedures. You will have strong customer service and communication skills, with the ability to plan and prioritise your work to meet deadlines.
Requirements:
- A good all-round education. A qualification in administration or business would be advantageous, but is not essential.
- Strong communication, and customer service skills and experience.
- An interest in renewables would be an advantage.
Do you want to lead the charge in the renewable energy revolution?
Apply now
Thank you for your interest in working at EMEC. Please submit your C.V. to hr@emec.org.uk along with a covering letter explaining how you believe you fit the description for the post.
The following information must also be provided:
- A completed Equal Opportunities Monitoring form.
- Written confirmation that you are eligible to work in the UK. Documentation will be requested if you successfully progress to the next stage of our recruitment process. For examples of eligibility proof, please visit www.gov.uk/government/publications/right-to-work-checklist.
Closing date for applications: 1pm Monday 2nd March 2026
Interview date: Thursday 12th March 2026
Interviews will be held in the EMEC Stromness office, Orkney and you will be expected to attend in person.
For an informal discussion about this post, please call Cath Russell on 01856 852240 with any questions you may have.
All of the relevant documents that are required to apply for this job can be found at the bottom of this page in the downloads section.
Work for us
We offer our team a full benefits package, including flexible working, progressive pay scale, and mental health support. Find out more, and hear what are team has to say, here: Work for us
Moving to Orkney?
You may be interested in looking at www.orkney.com which provides information about Orkney and its economy, housing, leisure, education, health and environment.
