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Systems Specialist
full-timeMarkinch$33k - $41k

Summary

Location

Markinch

Salary

$33k - $41k (GBP)

Type

full-time

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About this role

Proposed Interview Date: Week Commencing 16 February 2026 

Closing Date:  Sunday 08 February 2026 

Contract Type: Permanent  

Salary: £33,732.26 to £41,972.91 per year  

Working Pattern: 36 hours per week  

Location: Bankhead, Glenrothes  

Supporting Statement   

As part of your application, you must provide us with a Supporting Statement which outlines to us how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy. For more information, check out the How to Apply section of our Career Site. Without a Supporting Statement, your application will not be progressed. Please upload your Supporting Statement at the section marked ‘upload resumé’. Your Supporting Statement must not be a CV. More information is available on our Career site at www.fife.gov.uk/jobs/supportingstatement. 

Job Details  

This role is based within Business Technology Solutions (BTS) and is a full-time position working 36 hours per week.  

You will earn a competitive salary of £33,732.26 to £41,972.91 pro rata and have access to a range of benefits including local and national discounts for supermarkets, restaurants, and retail. 

An exciting opportunity to join the Collaboration and Productivity Solutions (CaPS) Competency Centre in BTS, and work with Microsoft technologies to deliver savings and efficiencies across the Council. 

You will play a key role in designing, developing, and implementing solutions that harness the full potential of Power BI, Power Apps, and Power Automate. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements, streamline workflows, and create custom applications that enhance efficiency and decision-making. 

Key responsibilities will include:- 

  • Collaborate with stakeholders to understand and translate business requirements into effective Power Platform solutions. 

  • Oversee the development and implementation of Power Platform solutions 

  • Integrate Power Platform solutions with existing systems and data sources. 

  • Implement security measures and governance policies to ensure the integrity of Power Platform applications. 

  • Provide support to end-users for effective adoption of Power Platform solutions. 

  • Stay updated on the latest features, updates, and best practices within the Power Platform ecosystem. 

  • Participate in the continuous improvement of Power Platform applications based on user feedback and evolving business needs.  

The Person 

Educated to SCQF level 7 which includes HNC or Advanced Highers or equivalent vocational accreditation in a computing / systems or related discipline or equivalent experience 

Experience in the design and use of IT solutions and tools that meet business needs. 

Ability to translate logical designs into physical solutions. 

Experience in the production of clear and detailed documentation for customers and colleagues. 

Requires the ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment and work independently as needed, depending on the nature of the tasks. 

Demonstrate a commitment to fostering continuous learning, staying abreast of the latest features, and adhering to best practices within the Power Platform. 

This post is subject to a basic disclosure check, which will be undertaken by Disclosure Scotland.    

 Further Information 

  • Role Profile - When preparing your supporting statement, review the role profile and think about how you meet the essential criteria Role Profile 

  • How We Work Matters - Our employees are expected to display and promote certain behaviours in the workplace. See our How We Work Matters behaviour framework for more information. 

  • Employee Benefits - Employees have access to a benefits package that offers discounts on a wide range of products and services 

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  • Alternative Formats- Job information can be made available in alternative formats, to make a request please email: [email protected] 

As a progressive employer, we offer the opportunity to work in this role as a “blended working” arrangement with home-working opportunities and occasional office-working as required. While the significant part of the role can and will be carried out remotely, candidates should be able to travel to and attend office locations in Fife as required. 

 

For more information: Please contact John Paterson, [email protected] 

Other facts

Tech stack
Power BI,Power Apps,Power Automate,IT Solutions,Documentation,Collaboration,Security Measures,Governance Policies,User Support,Continuous Improvement,Business Requirements,Workflow Streamlining,Cross-Functional Teams,Microsoft Technologies,Application Development,Efficiency Enhancement

About Fife Council

Fife Council is committed to making the Kingdom the best place to do business. Fife Council is the third largest local authority in Scotland. We employ approximately 18,000 people who provide 900 different services to over 366,900 people. The services we provide range from education, social work, housing, and community services to transportation, looking after the environment and developing the economy.

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Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Government Administration

What you'll do

  • The role involves designing, developing, and implementing solutions using Microsoft technologies to enhance efficiency and decision-making. Key responsibilities include collaborating with stakeholders, overseeing development, integrating solutions, and providing user support.

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What does Fife Council pay for a Systems Specialist?

Fife Council offers a competitive compensation package for the Systems Specialist role. The salary range is GBP 34k - 42k per year. Apply through Clera to learn more about the full compensation details.

What does a Systems Specialist do at Fife Council?

As a Systems Specialist at Fife Council, you will: the role involves designing, developing, and implementing solutions using Microsoft technologies to enhance efficiency and decision-making. Key responsibilities include collaborating with stakeholders, overseeing development, integrating solutions, and providing user support..

Why join Fife Council as a Systems Specialist?

Fife Council is a leading Government Administration company. The Systems Specialist role offers competitive compensation.

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