SDA Operations Manager

Job summary

The Submarine Delivery Agency (SDA) is a part of the Ministry of Defence responsible for the procurement, in-service support, and disposal of the UK’s nuclear submarines. Our work is of unparalleled strategic importance nationally and internationally, ensuring the security of the UK’s continuous at-sea nuclear deterrent (CASD), and delivering some of the most technically complex programmes in defence. At least one of four nuclear-armed submarines, supported by smaller attack submarines, is on patrol at all times: 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

At the SDA, we strive to Support, Deliver and Aspire and put our values at the heart of our recruitment process. We believe that everyone should feel comfortable to be themselves and be supported to do their best work. As part of a diverse and inclusive workforce, our team will find a community to belong to. We believe that, by celebrating different backgrounds and different perspectives, together we’ll achieve the extraordinary.

This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.

The primary delivery location for this position is HMNB Clyde.

Please note, due to the level of security, this role is reserved for UK nationals only.

Job description

Join Supply Operations within the Superintendent Fleet Maintenance area of In-Service Submarines. Become a crucial part of a team providing essential support to operational submarines. These pivotal roles are focussed on delivering material enablement to our engineering colleagues. Fast-paced and agile, no two days are the same.

We have an exciting vacancy in the team, specifically data support and customer liaison. Collaboration is key and you will thrive in a team environment where everyone is working together to deliver the same goal.

In the role your leadership, stakeholder relationship and decision making skills will be put to the test.

Responsibilities include:

• Contributing to the creation of delivery plans
• Analysing, interpreting and presenting data
• Liaising with stakeholders

This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.

The primary delivery location for this position is HMNB Clyde, Faslane.

Please note, due to the level of security, this role is reserved for UK nationals only.

As the post holder will have access to very sensitive information, there are limitations on travelling to a small number of countries and we will undertake additional security checks as part of the recruitment process. Applications from candidates with close connections to certain countries may take considerably longer to process, or in some cases result in a withdrawal of an offer of employment. Further details will be provided at the conditional offer stage.

If you need to contact Defence Business Services (DBS) regarding this vacancy, please indicate that your vacancy is being handled by the SDA Recruitment Team. If you experience any technical difficulties with the CS Jobs system, please contact the Support Team at [email removed]

Person specification

For these roles we are seeking the following essential skills:

• Level 5 qualification, or equivalent knowledge, skills or experience
• Experience of delivering customer service and stakeholder management
• The ability to analyse, interpret and present data
• Experience in managing a budget
• Strong team working skills and a collaborative approach
• Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple requirements concurrently
• Experience in Operations Management or associated disciplines (Project Management, Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Management, Through Life Support)

Desirable:

• Professional membership with a relevant professional body

Qualifications

Level 5 qualification, or equivalent knowledge, skills or experience

Behaviours

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

• Managing a Quality Service
• Communicating and Influencing
• Delivering at Pace

Technical skills

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

• Stakeholder Management - Supervised Practitioner
• Continuous Improvement for Optimised Support - Supervised Practitioner

Benefits

Alongside your salary of £32,000, Ministry of Defence contributes £9,270 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window).

• 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 employer contribution of 28.97%

Discover My Benefits: Please follow the link to visit the Discover My Benefits site which showcases the benefits and discounts offered when working as a civilian for the MOD: https://discovermybenefits.mod.gov.uk/civilian/

This post does not offer any assistance with Relocation Allowances.

Hybrid and flexible working can be considered for this post but will need regular workplace attendance - minimum 4 days per week with potential for increased attendance on occasion - due to operational requirements. Candidates are encouraged to discuss options with the recruiting line manager before submitting an application.

Things you need to know

Artificial intelligence

Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance (opens in a new window) for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.

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 on;

Personal Statement - This should be a maximum of 1000 words that sets out your motivation for applying and shows how your skills and experience meet the essential and desirable requirements for the role. Candidates will be required to provide job history and qualification details.

Behaviours:

• Managing a Quality Service
• Communicating and Influencing
• Delivering at Pace

Technical:

• Stakeholder Management – Supervised Practitioner
• Continuous Improvement for Optimised Support – Supervised Practitioner

At Interview, you will be assessed on;

Personal Statement/ Experience - The panel will ask questions about your personal statement. Exploring your Past Experiences, Key Achievements or Qualifications.

Behaviours:

• Managing a Quality Service
• Communicating and Influencing
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