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# IT Engineer - Business Application Support (IT Operations), Carpenter House, Perth

- **Company:** Perth and Kinross Council
- **Location:** Perth, UK (Remote available)
- **Salary:** £42,721.0 - £46,944.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Business Software, Information Technology Operations, Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle Databases, Performance Tuning, Information Technology
- **Published:** August 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.pkc.gov.uk/article/15506/How-to-apply-for-a-job-or-apprenticeship-with-us

## About the Role

o Qualified or experienced: Holds an HND or higher in a relevant field or demonstrates substantial hands-on IT experience.
o Security-aware: Understands security frameworks and compliance standards and applies them effectively.
o A strong communicator: Able to engage confidently with both technical and non-technical audiences.
o Organised and self-motivated: Can manage multiple priorities, plan effectively, and deliver structured outcomes.
o Collaborative and professional: Works well in multidisciplinary teams, engaging stakeholders with professionalism and confidence.
o A Project Manager: Demonstrates the ability to lead or contribute to complex projects using project management principles.
o Technically curious: Embraces challenges and supports innovation across the organisation.
Additional Information
o You'll be based at Carpenter House, Perth, with an option to work from home depending on service requirement.

## Description

Working within Perth & Kinross Council is more than a job, it's about being part of an organisation that puts people at the heart of all we do and provides opportunities to make a real difference by enhancing every life we touch.
We currently have the following opportunity:
IT Engineer - Business Application Support (IT Operations) - PKC14130
£42,721 - £46,944
Carpenter House, Perth
You'll become part of a collaborative, forward-thinking service that is central to the Council's digital transformation.
We foster a flexible and inclusive environment where individuality is valued, and professional development is encouraged.
Flexible working options are available-whether you prefer working from home, a hybrid setup, or being office-based. However, you should be prepared to work onsite at our Perth headquarters or other council locations as needed.
Key responsibilities include:
o Support the full lifecycle of business applications, including design, implementation, upgrades, patching, and decommissioning, aligned with technical standards.
o Contribute to procurement and renewal processes, providing technical input and helping define and refine application requirements.
o Maintain comprehensive technical documentation, covering system diagrams, troubleshooting, upgrade procedures, best practices, and disaster recovery plans.
o Identify and address security vulnerabilities, ensuring business applications comply with security policies and supporting incident investigations.
o Provide technical support for SQL Server and Oracle databases, including licensing, performance tuning, and ongoing maintenance.
o Collaborate across teams, maintaining accurate asset configurations and contributing to lifecycle planning and risk assessments.
Please note, we are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this post.


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