Navy Command - Dreadnought Integration Manager

Job description

Contents

• Location
• About the job
• Benefits
• Things you need to know
• Apply and further information

Location

HMNB Clyde

About the job

Job summary

His Majestys Naval Base Clyde (HMNB Clyde) is home to the United Kingdoms Strategic Nuclear Deterrent, Astute Class Attack Submarines, First Mine Counter Measure Squadron and 43 Commando (Cdo) Royal Marines. It is an operational support and maintenance base, within the Navy Command TLB (Top Level Budget) and comprises both Faslane and Coulport sites.

HMNB Clydes primary purpose is to provide engineering and logistical support to the Royal Navy in maintaining Continuous at Sea Deterrent (CASD). This is achieved by ensuring at least one Vanguard Class submarine is on patrol at sea every day of the year. Royal Naval Armaments Depot (RNAD) Coulport is responsible for the storage, processing, maintenance and issue of the Trident Weapon System and the ammunitioning of all submarine-embarked tactical weapons.

The position is advertised at 37 hours per week.

Job description

Superintendent Faslane Site (SFS), as the Site Operator, oversees the delivery of capabilities and services in support of waterfront operations. It is SFS responsibility to ensure submarine & surface ship engineering and Waterfront Infrastructure/Dockyard port outputs from HMNB Clyde deliver the requirements of Navy Command in accordance with operational programmes and tasking.

The purpose of the Dreadnought Integration Manager (DDNTIM), on behalf of SFS, is to ready HMNB Clyde for the arrival of HMS DREADNOUGHT and the transition to support PWR3 operations. The DDNTIM is responsible to SFS for the leadership, oversight and management of Dreadnought requirements across all naval base Defence Lines of Development (DLODs) in support of HMNB Clyde strategic objectives.

Additionally, the DDNTIM is responsible for the Operational Capability and associated development of polices, processes and procedures that directly support PWR3 methodologies and operations at HMNB Clyde.

The DDNTIM discharges this responsibility by :

• Providing Assurance to SFS, that all Dreadnought PWR3, Nuclear Weapon & Weapons, Ordnance, Munitions and Explosives activities/operations planned to be undertaken within the HMNB Clyde Authorised Facilities are developed in conjunction with the Site Safety Case ensuring Design Intent for PWR3 operations is maintained.
• Provide Assurance to the Naval Base Authorise that HMNB Clyde arrangements, in readiness for Dreadnought, are delivered.
• Ensuring that development of Secondary System Cleanliness regimes and policies, processes and procedures unique to PWR3 are identified and managed in accordance with relevant system specifications.
• Identify and develop any organisational changes required iaw Authorisation Condition 36.
• Act as SFS Single Point of Contact within the Dreadnought Transition Working Group and Naval Base Transition arrangements. DDNTIM ensures nuclear and conventional safety along with design intent is maintained across all vessel support capabilities. This includes conventional Health & Safety and Non-Nuclear Maintenance activities.
• Ensuring, via Deputy Head Infrastructure (DHI), that the Waterfront Infrastructure Requirements Set (WIRS) specific to PWR3 are delivered in time for the Dreadnought Declared Readiness date.
• Act as the HMNB Clyde Dreadnought Readiness Hold Point Control Sponsor ensuring all deliverables are identified and recorded, owners agreed and progress monitored, updated and reported at agreed intervals supporting the Vessel & Crew Support Operations Working Group (V&CSOWG) Chair.
• Interface and influence Site groups and committees as necessary in the delivery of change in support of Dreadnought Readiness:

Person specification

• Minimum of Higher National Certificate in an engineering/science subject (or equivalent qualification or experience).
• The ability to understand the derivation process and application of Examination, Inspection, Maintenance and Testing requirements for Structures, Systems and Components.
• Experience of presenting information to stakeholders e.g. Safety Committees, such as an Authorisee's/Licensee's Nuclear Safety Committee (NSC)
• A track record of making intelligent evidence based decisions using various sources of data.
• The ability to effectively manage and prioritise your own and a team's workload

Behaviours

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Making Effective Decisions
• Communicating and Influencing
• Leadership

Technical skills

We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:

• Nuclear Competence 1.1: Nuclear Safety and Nuclear Security Culture
• Nuclear Competence 1.2: Nuclear Safety/Nuclear Security Management Systems
• Nuclear Competence 6.1: Naval Reactor Plant and Supporting Infrastructure Maintenance

We only ask for evidence of these technical skills on your application form:

• Nuclear Competence 1.1: Nuclear Safety and Nuclear Security Culture

Benefits

Alongside your salary of 43,080, Ministry of Defence contributes 11,631 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.

As a Civil Servant, you will be part of a forward-looking organisation with inclusive workplace policies, excellent career prospects, and a job that makes a difference.

• Learning and development tailored to your role
• An environment with flexible working options
• A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
• A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%

Navy Command prides itself on being a supportive employer and where possible encourages flexible working, helping you to maintain a great work/life balance. Other benefits for Navy Command Civil Servants include:

• 25 days paid annual leave rising (1 day per year) to 30 days upon completion of 5 years service
• A very competitive pension scheme
• Personal & professional development
• Alternative & Hybrid working patterns for many roles
• Access to a confidential, professional support service
• Discount schemes
• Bicycle / season ticket loans
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Special paid leave to volunteer up to 6 days a year
• On-site Facilities (gymnasium, Ski Club, recreational shopping mall, caf, messing facilities etc)
• Free Car Parking
• Assisted Travel Scheme

Successful candidates can discuss their development options with their manager when in post.

The post does not offer relocation expenses.

External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six-month probation period.

This post is on the MOD Civilian Nuclear Post Control List (PCL) and may attract the Nuclear Recruitment and Retention Allowance (RRA). This is a discretionary allowance. The post being listed on the PCL does not mean that the post holder will have an automatic entitlement to receive the RRA. The NSQEP RRA is not a contractual allowance and can be amended or withdrawn without notice in line with MOD Main and Submarine Delivery Agency policy.

Where business needs allow, some roles may be suitable for a combination of office and home-based working. This is a non-contractual arrangement where all office-based employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in office, subject to capacity and any required workplace adjustments. Requirements to attend other locations for official business, or work in another MOD office, will also count towards this level of attendance. Applicants can request further information regarding how this may work in their team from the Vacancy Holder (see advert for contact details). Defence Business Services cannot respond to any questions about working arrangements.

This role is suitable for hybrid working, which is an informal, non-contractual and voluntary arrangement, blending a balance of attendance in the workplace (the permanent duty station, HMNB Clyde, which is based on business assessment of where the work is best done) and working from home as a personal choice. If you are successful, any opportunities for hybrid working will be discussed with you prior to you taking up your post.

Please Note: Expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed.

Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts.

Any move to MOD from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/.

The Ministry of Defence is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its staff which includes educating them on the benefits of not smoking, protecting them from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke and supporting those who want to give up smoking. Under the Smoke-Free Working Environment policy, Smoking and the use of all tobacco products (including combustible and chewing tobacco products) will not be permitted anywhere in the Defence working environment however some exemptions are in place, please refer to local guidance. The policy is Whole Force and includes all Defence personnel, contractors, visitors and other non-MOD personnel. All applicants seeking, considering, or accepting employment with the Ministry of Defence should be aware of this policy and that it is already in place at a number of Defence Establishments.

MOD Recruitment Satisfaction Survey we may contact you regarding your experience to help us improve our customer satisfaction. The survey is voluntary and anonymous. You may however be given the opportunity to provide additional information to help us improve our service which includes the collection of some personal data as defined by the United Kingdom General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). The MOD Privacy Notice sets out how we will use your personal data and your rights.

Things you need to know

Selection process details

This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills.

At sift, you will be assessed against the following Success Profiles Behaviours/Technical Skills:

• Making Effective Decisions
• Communicating And Influencing
• Leadership
• Nuclear Competence 1.1: Nuclear Safety and Nuclear Security Culture (Technical Skill)

CV:

Candidates will be required to provide CV details to include job history; qualification details and previous skills and experience.

Personal Statement:

Candidates will be required to provide a statement of suitability. (500 Word count)

At interview, you will be assessed against the following Success Profiles Behaviours/Technical Skills:

• Making Effective Decisions
• Communicating And Influencing
• Leadership
• Nuclear Competence 1.1: Nuclear Safety and Nuclear Security Culture (Technical Skill)
• Nuclear Competence 1.2: Nuclear Safety/Nuclear Security Management Systems (Technical Skill)
• Nuclear Competence 6.1: Naval Reactor Plant and Supporting Infrastructure Maintenance (Technical Skill)

Application Sift will commence week beginning 29/07/24.

Interview dates shall be confirmed upon completion of the application sift.

Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The minimum level of security needed for Navy Command staff is Security Check

The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. There is a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. If you need to advise us that you need additional help or reasonable adjustments for the recruitment process, please contact: [email protected] .

As a result of the changes to the UK immigration rules which came into effect on 1 January 2021, the Ministry of Defence will only offer sponsorship for a skilled worker visa under the points based system, where a role has been deemed to be business critical.

The role currently being advertised has not been assessed as business critical and is therefore NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points based system. Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected and any provisional offer of employment withdrawn.

Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Security

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check (opens in a new window).

See our vetting charter (opens in a new window).

People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.

Nationality requirements
Open to UK nationals only.

Working for the Civil Service

The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.

We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window).

The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.

Diversity and Inclusion
The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window).