Wave Energy Scotland recruiting for two managerial positions

Highlands and Islands Enterprise has released new job opportunities at Wave Energy Scotland (WES): Programme Manager and Innovation and Research Manager. The deadline for applications is on Tuesday, 19 May 2015.

Programme Manager will have a key role in supporting WES establishment and operation, and will be tasked with leading a team of project managers ensuring the efficient development and delivery of the WES programs.

The programs will be designed to enable wave technologies reach commercial readiness in the most effective manner, and to encourage the return of private sector investment.

The post holder will be responsible for implementing appropriate project management systems, management of the overall WES work plan, and ensuring key stakeholders up to date with project progress.

Reporting to the Managing Director, Innovation & Research Manager will lead a team of technical staff to help define the strategic direction of WES, determine priority technology areas for public sector support, and thereafter devise and run innovation calls.

An in-depth understanding of the needs and challenges associated with development of wave energy sector is essential for this role. Candidates should have a strong technical background, with a clear understanding of technology development processes and challenges.

WES has recently been established by Highlands and Islands Enterprise to bring together the best engineering and academic minds to collaborate on innovative projects that will accelerate the development of wave energy technologies in Scotland.

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