Navy Command – Deputy Safety Justification Delivery Manager (Design Authority)
UK Ministry of Defence
Date: 1 week ago
City: Plymouth
Contract type: Full time
HMNB Devonport, Plymouth, PL2 2BG
Job Summary
Devonport Naval Base is the largest Naval Base in Europe. It is a 650 acre site with 15,000 acres of water space, employing 12,000 people on site. The base is primarily focused on delivering timely deep maintenance to the UK’s submarine fleet. It is also the operating home base for frigates, amphibious Ships, and Royal Marines. It employs more than 10% of Plymouth’s workforce and contributes to 14% of Plymouth’s economy.
Devonport Naval Base is the nerve centre for the Royal Navy in the South West. It supports operations around the globe and provides the ships, submarines, people, and equipment to deliver the UK’s defence policy. Its mission is to meet the support and operating requirements for the Naval Service and UK’s allies, from the South West, reaching worldwide.
The unique opportunities offered within are varied, challenging and exciting and support Navy Command’s role to generate and operate forces for today and to ensure we are ready for tomorrow by developing and delivering the Navy of the future. Navy Command provides an open, flexible and supportive work environment and Civil Servants and Armed Forces personnel work together in a wealth of interesting and challenging jobs in different disciplines, from finance; legal services; personnel and Human Resources (HR); project planning, operations and managing contracts, to media and communications.
The Ministry of Defence (MOD) provides an excellent opportunity to develop skills through personal development and offers flexible working, excellent annual leave and maternity allowances and a very competitive pension scheme.
In Navy Command we understand the everyday commitments both inside and outside of the workplace, so our aim is to provide the flexibility to maintain a great work life balance. We also offer an impressive range of on-site facilities including gymnasium, tennis courts and other sporting facilities, a children’s nursery, food outlets, a handy shop and car parking.
This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.
Flexible working is available by agreement with the line manager, but due to the nature of the role, candidates must be prepared to spend the majority of their time on site (Civil Service expectation is 60% presence in office per week).
Job Description
The Design Authority (DA) is an essential part of the HMNB Devonport Nuclear Authorised Site. As a member the DA Nuclear Site Safety Justification Team the Deputy Safety Justification Manager (DSJDM) You will be supporting the Safety Justification Delivery Manager (SJDM) by being responsible for the co-ordination of Nuclear Site Safety Justification (NSSJ) delivery.
As part of the Design Authority, the DSJDM will work closely with other DA Team member, Facility Operators and industry partners. As a Safety Case Subject Matter Expert (SME) assess, approve and deliver changes to the Facility Safety Cases (FSCs) and modifications (in accordance with Authorisation Conditions (AC) 20, 21 or 22 to meet the FOs Statement of Requirements.
The DSJDM will deliver engineering substantiation in support of FSCs and Modifications in co-operation with the Nuclear Site Services Manager (NSSM).
The DSJDM is the lead in the delivery of supplementary Hazard Identification and Hazard Analysis substantiation produced in support of the FSCs, as well as Further Authorisation Condition (FAC) 1.
The DSJDM will act as an Intelligent Customer (IC) assure the effective and timely delivery of FSCs and modifications through Naval Base due process and ensure relevant stakeholder comments and advice have been adequately addressed.
The DSJDM will Assemble safety case production Learning from Experience (LFE) including safety case related Periodic Review of Safety (PRS) action management, Forward Action Plans, Non-Conformances and other Audit finding.
The DSJDM will plan, prepare and review Nuclear Site Safety Justification sponsored nuclear implicated Level 2 Naval Base Business Procedures that assure nuclear safety operations at HMNB(D). Therefore, assuring Design Authority’s overall safety management systems’ continued compliance with AC17 and the Quality Management System Requirements.
The DSJDM will provide support to the Nuclear Accident Emergency Arrangements (NAEA) as part of the Nuclear Emergency Response Organisation (NERO) in a duty roster role to be stipulated by Emergency Planning Health Physicist Assistance Head (EPHP AhD).
The Design Authority (DA) is an essential part of the HMNB Devonport Nuclear Authorised Site. As a member the DA Nuclear Site Safety Justification Team the Deputy Safety Justification Manager (DSJDM) You will be supporting the Safety Justification Delivery Manager (SJDM) by being responsible for the co-ordination of Nuclear Site Safety Justification (NSSJ) delivery.
As part of the Design Authority, the DSJDM will work closely with other DA Team member, Facility Operators and industry partners. As a Safety Case Subject Matter Expert (SME) assess, approve and deliver changes to the Facility Safety Cases (FSCs) and modifications (in accordance with Authorisation Conditions (AC) 20, 21 or 22 to meet the FOs Statement of Requirements.
The DSJDM will deliver engineering substantiation in support of FSCs and Modifications in co-operation with the Nuclear Site Services Manager (NSSM).
The DSJDM is the lead in the delivery of supplementary Hazard Identification and Hazard Analysis substantiation produced in support of the FSCs, as well as Further Authorisation Condition (FAC) 1.
The DSJDM will act as an Intelligent Customer (IC) assure the effective and timely delivery of FSCs and modifications through Naval Base due process and ensure relevant stakeholder comments and advice have been adequately addressed.
The DSJDM will Assemble safety case production Learning from Experience (LFE) including safety case related Periodic Review of Safety (PRS) action management, Forward Action Plans, Non-Conformances and other Audit finding.
The DSJDM will plan, prepare and review Nuclear Site Safety Justification sponsored nuclear implicated Level 2 Naval Base Business Procedures that assure nuclear safety operations at HMNB(D). Therefore, assuring Design Authority’s overall safety management systems’ continued compliance with AC17 and the Quality Management System Requirements.
The DSJDM will provide support to the Nuclear Accident Emergency Arrangements (NAEA) as part of the Nuclear Emergency Response Organisation (NERO) in a duty roster role to be stipulated by Emergency Planning Health Physicist Assistance Head (EPHP AhD).
Person specification
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a breadth of experience in:
They will have experience in collaboratively working with leaders and other key stakeholders to identify and manage dependencies and risks to deliver organisational level outcomes. Good communications skills are required, and they must be able to inform project and governance artefacts, including Business Cases, User Requirement Documents and Safety Cases.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and associated applications.
5+ years of experience of working in the Nuclear or High Hazard Industries
POST JOINING ESSENTIAL TRAINING
Qualifications
To be considered for this role you should possess:
Minimum UK Regulated Qualification Framework – Level 6 qualification, preferably in a related subject to the role or lesser qualifications with extensive relevant experience.
Memberships
Incorporate Engineer Professional membership to an appropriate science based professional body, or the ability to attain professional membership status within two years.
Qualifications
Minimum UK Regulated Qualification Framework – Level 6 qualification, preferably in a related subject to the role or lesser qualifications with extensive relevant experience.
Behaviours
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:
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.
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.
An opportunity to be considered for Reward and Recognition - £250-£5000 per year.
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 Policy Notice sets out how we will use your personal data and your rights.
Selection process details
This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills.
This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills.
This vacancy will use a CV, Statement of Suitability, Technical Assessment and Success Profiles to assess your Behaviours, Technical Competence and Experience for the role.
Applicants are required to provide a personal statement which should include details of previous skills or experience relevant to the role. (500 words)
A CV will be required for this position, this cannot be uploaded to the advert. You will submit using the CV template provided on the CS Jobs dashboard, detailing job history, full qualifications, previous experience and skills.
When choosing your Behaviour examples, please make sure you use real life scenarios that relate to your own experiences. Whilst technology may help to enhance your written submission, presenting the ideas of others or those generated by technology, could result in your application being rejected.
At sift, you will be assessed against your CV and/or Personal Statement and the following behaviours/technical skills:
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 in to 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. This role does not meet that category and we will not sponsor a visa. It 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.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills.
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.
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.
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).
This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window) initiative.
Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.
Contact point for applicants
Job Contact :
Please ensure you read the attached candidate information document prior to completing your application. If you are dissatisfied with the service you have received from DBS, or believe that DBS has failed to follow the recruitment process in line with the Civil Service Commission principles of selection for appointment on merit on the basis of Fair and Open competition, you can raise a formal complaint by writing to DBS at the following address: Defence Business Services, Scanning Hub, Room 6124, Tomlinson House, Norcross Lane, Blackpool, FY5 3WP. If after raising your complaint with DBS you remain dissatisfied you can complain directly to the Civil Service Commission at the following address: Civil Service commission, Room G/8, 1 Horse Guards Road, London, SW1A 2HQ Or by email: [email protected].
Job Summary
Devonport Naval Base is the largest Naval Base in Europe. It is a 650 acre site with 15,000 acres of water space, employing 12,000 people on site. The base is primarily focused on delivering timely deep maintenance to the UK’s submarine fleet. It is also the operating home base for frigates, amphibious Ships, and Royal Marines. It employs more than 10% of Plymouth’s workforce and contributes to 14% of Plymouth’s economy.
Devonport Naval Base is the nerve centre for the Royal Navy in the South West. It supports operations around the globe and provides the ships, submarines, people, and equipment to deliver the UK’s defence policy. Its mission is to meet the support and operating requirements for the Naval Service and UK’s allies, from the South West, reaching worldwide.
The unique opportunities offered within are varied, challenging and exciting and support Navy Command’s role to generate and operate forces for today and to ensure we are ready for tomorrow by developing and delivering the Navy of the future. Navy Command provides an open, flexible and supportive work environment and Civil Servants and Armed Forces personnel work together in a wealth of interesting and challenging jobs in different disciplines, from finance; legal services; personnel and Human Resources (HR); project planning, operations and managing contracts, to media and communications.
The Ministry of Defence (MOD) provides an excellent opportunity to develop skills through personal development and offers flexible working, excellent annual leave and maternity allowances and a very competitive pension scheme.
In Navy Command we understand the everyday commitments both inside and outside of the workplace, so our aim is to provide the flexibility to maintain a great work life balance. We also offer an impressive range of on-site facilities including gymnasium, tennis courts and other sporting facilities, a children’s nursery, food outlets, a handy shop and car parking.
This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.
Flexible working is available by agreement with the line manager, but due to the nature of the role, candidates must be prepared to spend the majority of their time on site (Civil Service expectation is 60% presence in office per week).
Job Description
The Design Authority (DA) is an essential part of the HMNB Devonport Nuclear Authorised Site. As a member the DA Nuclear Site Safety Justification Team the Deputy Safety Justification Manager (DSJDM) You will be supporting the Safety Justification Delivery Manager (SJDM) by being responsible for the co-ordination of Nuclear Site Safety Justification (NSSJ) delivery.
As part of the Design Authority, the DSJDM will work closely with other DA Team member, Facility Operators and industry partners. As a Safety Case Subject Matter Expert (SME) assess, approve and deliver changes to the Facility Safety Cases (FSCs) and modifications (in accordance with Authorisation Conditions (AC) 20, 21 or 22 to meet the FOs Statement of Requirements.
The DSJDM will deliver engineering substantiation in support of FSCs and Modifications in co-operation with the Nuclear Site Services Manager (NSSM).
The DSJDM is the lead in the delivery of supplementary Hazard Identification and Hazard Analysis substantiation produced in support of the FSCs, as well as Further Authorisation Condition (FAC) 1.
The DSJDM will act as an Intelligent Customer (IC) assure the effective and timely delivery of FSCs and modifications through Naval Base due process and ensure relevant stakeholder comments and advice have been adequately addressed.
The DSJDM will Assemble safety case production Learning from Experience (LFE) including safety case related Periodic Review of Safety (PRS) action management, Forward Action Plans, Non-Conformances and other Audit finding.
The DSJDM will plan, prepare and review Nuclear Site Safety Justification sponsored nuclear implicated Level 2 Naval Base Business Procedures that assure nuclear safety operations at HMNB(D). Therefore, assuring Design Authority’s overall safety management systems’ continued compliance with AC17 and the Quality Management System Requirements.
The DSJDM will provide support to the Nuclear Accident Emergency Arrangements (NAEA) as part of the Nuclear Emergency Response Organisation (NERO) in a duty roster role to be stipulated by Emergency Planning Health Physicist Assistance Head (EPHP AhD).
The Design Authority (DA) is an essential part of the HMNB Devonport Nuclear Authorised Site. As a member the DA Nuclear Site Safety Justification Team the Deputy Safety Justification Manager (DSJDM) You will be supporting the Safety Justification Delivery Manager (SJDM) by being responsible for the co-ordination of Nuclear Site Safety Justification (NSSJ) delivery.
As part of the Design Authority, the DSJDM will work closely with other DA Team member, Facility Operators and industry partners. As a Safety Case Subject Matter Expert (SME) assess, approve and deliver changes to the Facility Safety Cases (FSCs) and modifications (in accordance with Authorisation Conditions (AC) 20, 21 or 22 to meet the FOs Statement of Requirements.
The DSJDM will deliver engineering substantiation in support of FSCs and Modifications in co-operation with the Nuclear Site Services Manager (NSSM).
The DSJDM is the lead in the delivery of supplementary Hazard Identification and Hazard Analysis substantiation produced in support of the FSCs, as well as Further Authorisation Condition (FAC) 1.
The DSJDM will act as an Intelligent Customer (IC) assure the effective and timely delivery of FSCs and modifications through Naval Base due process and ensure relevant stakeholder comments and advice have been adequately addressed.
The DSJDM will Assemble safety case production Learning from Experience (LFE) including safety case related Periodic Review of Safety (PRS) action management, Forward Action Plans, Non-Conformances and other Audit finding.
The DSJDM will plan, prepare and review Nuclear Site Safety Justification sponsored nuclear implicated Level 2 Naval Base Business Procedures that assure nuclear safety operations at HMNB(D). Therefore, assuring Design Authority’s overall safety management systems’ continued compliance with AC17 and the Quality Management System Requirements.
The DSJDM will provide support to the Nuclear Accident Emergency Arrangements (NAEA) as part of the Nuclear Emergency Response Organisation (NERO) in a duty roster role to be stipulated by Emergency Planning Health Physicist Assistance Head (EPHP AhD).
Person specification
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a breadth of experience in:
- Safety Management and Engineering.
- Operations.
- Safety Cases.
They will have experience in collaboratively working with leaders and other key stakeholders to identify and manage dependencies and risks to deliver organisational level outcomes. Good communications skills are required, and they must be able to inform project and governance artefacts, including Business Cases, User Requirement Documents and Safety Cases.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and associated applications.
5+ years of experience of working in the Nuclear or High Hazard Industries
POST JOINING ESSENTIAL TRAINING
- Nuclear Warship Support Course (NWSC) or equivalent.
- Mandatory Training: security, information management, unconscious bias, equality and diversity, DSE and DSAI.
- Local Emergencies Procedures Course (LEPC)
- Nuclear Emergencies Procedures Course (NEPC)
- Nuclear Site Safety Justification Course (NSSJC)
- APMP, or other relevant Risk Management training
Qualifications
To be considered for this role you should possess:
Minimum UK Regulated Qualification Framework – Level 6 qualification, preferably in a related subject to the role or lesser qualifications with extensive relevant experience.
Memberships
Incorporate Engineer Professional membership to an appropriate science based professional body, or the ability to attain professional membership status within two years.
Qualifications
Minimum UK Regulated Qualification Framework – Level 6 qualification, preferably in a related subject to the role or lesser qualifications with extensive relevant experience.
Behaviours
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
- Seeing the Big Picture
- Making Effective Decisions
- Changing and Improving
- Delivering at Pace
We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:
- Nuclear Competence 1.2: Nuclear Safety /Nuclear Security Management Systems.
- Nuclear Competence 1.3: Nuclear Safety Cases.
- Learning and development tailored to your role
- An environment with flexible working options
- A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
- 25 Days annual leave entitlement, increasing by 1 day each year to a maximum of 30 days, plus public holidays. A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% Alongside your salary of £ 44590, Ministry of Defence contribute £12917 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension Scheme.
- 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.
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.
An opportunity to be considered for Reward and Recognition - £250-£5000 per year.
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 Policy Notice sets out how we will use your personal data and your rights.
Selection process details
This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills.
This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills.
This vacancy will use a CV, Statement of Suitability, Technical Assessment and Success Profiles to assess your Behaviours, Technical Competence and Experience for the role.
Applicants are required to provide a personal statement which should include details of previous skills or experience relevant to the role. (500 words)
A CV will be required for this position, this cannot be uploaded to the advert. You will submit using the CV template provided on the CS Jobs dashboard, detailing job history, full qualifications, previous experience and skills.
When choosing your Behaviour examples, please make sure you use real life scenarios that relate to your own experiences. Whilst technology may help to enhance your written submission, presenting the ideas of others or those generated by technology, could result in your application being rejected.
At sift, you will be assessed against your CV and/or Personal Statement and the following behaviours/technical skills:
- Seeing the Big Picture
- Making Effective Decisions
- Changing and Improving
- Delivering at Pace
- TECH: Nuclear Competence 1.2: Nuclear Safety /Nuclear Security Management Systems.
- TECH: Nuclear Competence 1.3: Nuclear Safety Cases.
- Seeing the Big Picture
- Making Effective Decisions
- Changing and Improving
- Delivering at Pace
- TECH: Nuclear Competence 1.2: Nuclear Safety /Nuclear Security Management Systems.
- TECH: Nuclear Competence 1.3: Nuclear Safety Cases.
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 in to 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. This role does not meet that category and we will not sponsor a visa. It 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.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills.
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.
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.
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).
This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window) initiative.
Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.
Contact point for applicants
Job Contact :
- Name : Alan Foster
- Email : [email protected]
- Telephone : +44 3001 569858
- Email : [email protected]
Please ensure you read the attached candidate information document prior to completing your application. If you are dissatisfied with the service you have received from DBS, or believe that DBS has failed to follow the recruitment process in line with the Civil Service Commission principles of selection for appointment on merit on the basis of Fair and Open competition, you can raise a formal complaint by writing to DBS at the following address: Defence Business Services, Scanning Hub, Room 6124, Tomlinson House, Norcross Lane, Blackpool, FY5 3WP. If after raising your complaint with DBS you remain dissatisfied you can complain directly to the Civil Service Commission at the following address: Civil Service commission, Room G/8, 1 Horse Guards Road, London, SW1A 2HQ Or by email: [email protected].
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