PMO Officer

Caledonian Maritime Assets Limited (CMAL) owns vessels and harbour infrastructure necessary for vital ferry services serving many communities throughout Scotland. We have big ambitions to transform the ferry network in Scotland.  Backed by a five year investment plan from Scottish Government, our plans to upgrade and improve ferries and harbours is already well underway.

We are recruiting for the position of PMO Officer to strengthen the Business Support Team. This position offers an exciting opportunity to act in a client role assisting with the delivery of projects across CMAL including port infrastructure, new and existing ferries and improvement of our buildings and property portfolio.

The role

Working with the Head of Business Support manage and report on the use of the project management processes and procedures across all projects within CMAL, having a specific focus on ensuring consistency of governance and assurance. You will actively liaise with and provide guidance and support to project team members and contribute to the identification and development of training needs. The role involves:

·       Monitoring projects to ensure delivery is following the agreed project processes and report to the Project Review Board on the health of projects/programmes, primarily in relation to governance and assurance.

·       Facilitating the Project Review Board functioning in line with the agreed terms of reference.

·       Supporting the identification and provision of consistent training and guidance on CMAL’s project management processes, procedures and systems for project team members including the SRO, Sponsor and Project/Programme Managers.

·       Maintaining the project management processes, procedures and systems, ensuring they remain up to date, relevant and valid, and in line with agreed external guidance.

·       Championing the use and development of the project management processes and procedures.

Who are we looking for?

CMAL requires a motivated, professional, and diligent individual with a proactive and creative approach and the ability to work autonomously and flexibly.  We are particularly looking for people with the following skills, experience and attributes:

·       Knowledge and understanding of the operation and maintenance of project management office systems.

·       Knowledge & understanding of project management principles & processes.

·       Experience in developing and delivering training of internal processes, procedures and systems.

·       Excellent communicator with good interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust and maintain relationships.

·       A formal, recognised project management qualification (e.g. APM, Prince 2, MSP or equivalent) with degree level qualification or equivalent experience in project management or business management or related subject.

What’s in it for you?

A rewarding and engaging work environment, looking after lifeline assets in some of Scotland’s most beautiful locations.

·       A competitive salary (Grade 7 - placing on the scale is dependent on qualifications and experience).

·       A benefits package including 30 days annual leave plus 8 days public holidays per year.

·       A defined benefit pension scheme, life assurance and an optional healthcare scheme.

·       Employee Assistance Programme

·       Free Ferry travel

·       We also support further personal and professional development.

The work environment

Our head office is on the Clyde Estuary in Port Glasgow and our port infrastructure is spread across the west coast and the islands of Scotland.  Like most organisations, we’ve learnt a thing, or two about flexible, remote working and we are actively building on this to ensure we have the best people working with us to serve the communities that rely on our infrastructure.

The primary responsibilities of the role will be undertaken during office hours of Monday to Friday, 08.30 – 17.00 at our Port Glasgow head office, but the ability to work flexible hours, travelling and staying overnight on the CMAL network and elsewhere is also required.

Please refer to CMAL’s website for a full job description and person specification.

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Closing date for applications: Midnight on Thursday 9th January 2025