Royal Navy – Unit Ammunition Storekeeper (UAS)

Plymouth, South West England, PL2 2BG

This is an outstanding opportunity offered within 47 Commando Raiding Group Royal Marines, (47 Cdo). The exciting role as 47 Cdo’s Unit Ammunition Storekeeper, position is located in the heart of Devonport’s historical dockyard. 

As a member of Logistics Squadron, be the conduit in sustaining all ammunition provisions for a globally ready commando force. You’ll be surrounded by innovative and self-motivated peers that deliver the very best product for defence.

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 ambitious jobs in different disciplines, from finance, legal service; personnel and HR, project planning and managing contracts, to media and communications.

This position is advertised at 37 hours per week. 

The Unit Ammunition Storekeeper (UAS) will be expected to be adaptable in the issue of ammunition to 47 Cdo’s operational and exercising troops. This includes the routine stores collection from UK depots and preparation for issue. They will have to manage and upkeep 47 Cdo’s bunker and be present at the time of issue and return of ammunition. As the custodian of high standards, any Dangerous Goods (cargo) must be consigned out of the Unit in line with service policy. Further general storekeeper duties are to be expected of the UAS including cleanliness, correct stock musters and Health and Safety compliance. To maintain the ammunition licence and uphold the standards of 47 Cdo, the UAS must understand and apply the procedure within 47 Cdo’s Ammunition standing orders ready for 3rd party assurance. Furthermore, with impeccable accounting, the UAS maintains the stock levels within the bunker ready for any future tasks, raising through the Chain of Command any deficiencies.

 

Responsibilities

Responsible for the storage, receipt, and issue of ammunition in RM Tamar in line Unit standing orders and MOD policy. Accountable to the Regimental Quarter Master Sergeant 2 (RQMS2). This is broken down as follows:

1. Collect, receive, store and issue ammunition, Including backloading of brass and containers to depot. Drive or be driven in an adequate vehicle to a UK depot and identify the correct stock ordered for 47 Cdo. Once identified, assist with the manual handling of the stock and secure the load in the transport, returning to RM Tamar. Upon arrival at RM Tamar, the stock must be secured in line with policy in the magazine, being presentable and ready for issue.
2. Ammunition accounting and consigning ammunition (dangerous goods) for movement by transport. Individually count, muster and secure ammunition natures inside the magazine and ensure that we are not holding more than the ammunition licence allows. A daily count of quantity and updating service accounting systems either manually or electronically. As ammunition is explosive and classed as Dangerous Goods, determine what stock is moving on paperwork and correctly itemise that for each road movement.
3. Ensure all paperwork is actioned, completed and passed on to the QM’s department in a timely manner. After each stock take of manually counting ammunition, input on the current MOD accounting system as this will highlight deficiencies that may need rectification. Each ammunition transaction will require computer input to account for correctly.
4. Be familiar with Stores accounting and operating systems. Interrogate policy to understand how and when to muster stock and how to correctly store ammunition to ensure it is safe, auditable and presentable. This is laid down in policy and will require physical counting of stock and manual manoeuvre within the magazine.
5. Undertake the AADGC for Dangerous Goods to control the Units Dangerous Goods movements by land, sea, and air. With training, conduct the vital course to allow you to determine what class of Dangerous Goods your are moving. Once trained, input what natures on to electric and manual forms that will accompany the driver of the stock. Mission dependent, you may have to do this for Air or Sea movement.
6. Responsible for reverse supply chain freight movements, including transport documentation and loading of vehicles. Conduct the same processes as collecting stock but in reverse. This will take manual counting, manual manoeuvre, movement of dangerous goods and accompanying paperwork. You will also be in attendance at Depot.

We are looking for someone who is diligent and adaptable, has the drive and motivation to ensure the supply of ammunition for all operational and training outputs for a high tempo unit. The ability to be flexible and can work under own initiative as required.

Essential

Previous experience or knowledge achieved in a similar field of employment.

Office 365 including Microsoft, Word, Excel, Power point, Outlook and Share point.

Full UK Manual Driving Licence no more than 6 penalty points

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

• Leadership
• Changing and Improving
• Managing a Quality Service
• Communicating and Influencing
• Working Together

Alongside your salary of £21,610, Ministry of Defence contributes
£5,834 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 in Navy Command, you will be part of a forward-looking organisation with inclusive workplace policies, excellent career prospects, and a job that makes a difference.

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 working patterns for many roles
• Access to a confidential, professional support service
• Discount schemes
• Bicycle / season ticket loans
• Enhanced paternal and adoption leave
• Special paid leave to volunteer up to 6 days a year

In Navy Command we believe that everyone has the potential to make a difference and you will be supported to help you learn and advance in your career. This includes working towards membership of a professional body and / or undertaking an apprenticeship as part of your role.

Roles can offer great job satisfaction and there are many opportunities to develop and progress both within the Department and across the wider Civil Service.

In Navy Command, our civil servants work alongside their military colleagues in jobs that matter; jobs which often have a direct impact on the quality of the operational capabilities we deliver.

An apprenticeship is a combined package of work and training. Through an apprenticeship you will gain professional knowledge, practical experience, and the broader skills required to upskill you in your current role and pave the way for your future career. Most of the training will be ‘on-the-job’, with the remaining ‘off-the-job’ training often delivered by a training provider. This means minimal disruption and maximum impact.

Professional qualifications can be achieved through an apprenticeship and range from Level 2 (equivalent to 5 GCSEs), Level 3 (equivalent to 2 A Levels), and Levels 4 -7, which can give you a foundation degree, a full Bachelor’s degree, or a Master’s degree.

Apprenticeships normally last between 12 months – 3 years, depending on the level of the apprenticeship.

Anyone can undertake an Apprenticeship and everyone, regardless of age, can benefit from developing their skills in an accredited way.

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

Site Specific Benefits

• Free onsite parking
• Use of Leisure facilities i.e. fully equipped Gym and swimming pool
• Also opportunity to join the Royal Marines Gig Rowing Club.
• Onsite Shop and Café.
• Use of mess Pay as dine facilities
• 47 Cdo hold various inclusive events open to all civilian staff i.e Families Day

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. 

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.  

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Job contact :

• Name : Mr J Day
• Email : james.day506@mod.gov.uk

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