Head of Marketing and Communications (Maternity Cover) - Aberdeen

Join OPITO – Shaping the Future of Workforce Safety!

Are you ready to be part of an organisation that’s driving global standards, safety compliance, and workforce development? At OPITO, we don’t just set the bar - we elevate it, ensuring a safe, skilled, and competent workforce for safety-critical industries.

About Us:

Operating for over 50 years, OPITO is an industry-owned organisation that works with governments and industry worldwide. We drive consistency and safety compliance across training standards and qualifications, creating globally recognised workforce development solutions. OPITO have a global network of over 240 approved centres, spanning 50+ countries, with over 500,000 registrations annually. With our five regional centres of excellence located in Aberdeen, Dubai, Houston,  Kuala Lumpur and Rio de Janeiro, we ensure safety, consistency, and excellence across safety-critical industries.

What We Stand For:

Our Investors In People (IIP) Gold Standard award is proof that we are committed to developing talent, an inclusive culture and ensuring our people feel supported and empowered to grow.

Our culture is built on a strong foundation of excellence and authenticity, where individuals feel valued and motivated to bring their best selves to work.

Our core values drive everything we do: 

Integrity – We act with honesty and responsibility in all that we do 

Collaboration – Success is achieved together, with shared goals and collective action

Adaptability – Change is inevitable, and we embrace it to stay ahead in a dynamic world 

Care – The well-being and growth of our team, partners, and industry come first.

What are the responsibilities of the role?

Marketing & Comms functions: 

• Develop and implement OPITO’s global communications strategy, aligned to corporate objectives and brand positioning.
• Overall management of external crisis communications agency, ensuring activities and messaging aligns with overall brand requirements.
• Provide guidance to CLT on crisis communications, reputational matters and messaging as and when required.
• Ensure consistency of messaging across regions and all external messaging including product marketing campaigns, skills policy campaigns and strategic partnerships promotional materials.
• Continuously identify opportunities to positively position OPITO through events, newsletters, webinars, digital and social activity.
• Establish a communication strategy around OPITO’s global network of training centres to build profile and trust with vital stakeholders .
• Manage and maintain the OPITO website, from the development of topical themes and news hooks, to updating and refreshing pages, as and when required .
• Lead a programme of internal communication including regional forums, employee intranet and ad-hoc communications.
• Oversee strategic marketing, communications and logistical support for key global events including OPITO Global, ADIPEC, Offshore Europe and any other key regional conferences.
• Support the Events Coordinator and global teams in maximising attendance and sponsorship of key industry events.
• Oversee the development of engaging content for online and offline channels to promote events and enhance audience engagement.
• Lead the evolution of OPITO’s brand across all channels and regions.
• Ownership of OPITO brand guidelines, ensuring correct usage across all channels and materials globally, and working with partners to design compelling collateral.
• Managing interface with partners including website agency etc. 
• Oversee and supervise the work of the Senior Marketing and Communications Coordinator and the Marketing and Communications Coordinator.
• Preparing and managing the annual budget. 

Social Value & STEM functions: 

• Oversee and supervise the work of the Social Value Manager.
• Manage the development and oversee the Social Value strategy.
• Overarching responsibility to embed Social Value into the organisation’s culture.
• Monitor Social Value performance and identify areas for improvement to enhance the organisation’s social impact

What experience is required?

Qualifications:  

• Relevant communication or marketing qualification, preferably to degree level  

Experience:

• Understanding of, and interest in, global energy sector 
• Strong track record in a similar role either in consultancy or in house 
• Experience working on integrated content programmes 
• Experience with social channels including LinkedIn and Facebook, Campaign Monitor, common website CMS and SharePoint  

Attributes:

• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication, planning and project management skills  
• Strong team player, inspiring the people you work with to deliver great results 
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop teams, fostering a collaborative and creative environment
• Ability to work under pressure, with conflicting priorities and to meet agreed deadline

What can you expect in return from OPITO?

Excellent benefits include but not limited to;

• Private medical for you and your family
• Enhanced family friendly policies
• Hybrid working
• Competitive salary
• 10% employer pension
• 34 Days holiday

• Your Birthday off

   

🚀 Ready to make an Impact?

If you’re passionate about shaping the future of workforce safety and development across safety-critical industries, OPITO is where you belong. 

We understand that no one is perfect, and you don’t need to tick every single box to be a great fit for this role. If you’re passionate, eager to learn, and ready to bring the right attitude to the team, we want to hear from you. At OPITO, we value potential just as much as experience - so even if you don’t meet every requirement, your drive, enthusiasm, and willingness to grow could make you the ideal candidate. Don’t hesitate - apply today and let’s explore the possibilities together! 

To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to communications@opito.com 

Applications close Wednesday 17 December.