NAVY – Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor ( DGSA)

NCHQ SEO DGSA is to act as the principal Navy Dangerous Goods Safety . Deliver assurance to shore-based Navy establishments through an appropriate mix of Self-Assessment reports (1LoDA) and Physical Audits (2LoDA) executed against extant legislation and MOD/NC policy

This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.

Key Tasks:

1. Policy, Governance & Assurance

• DGSA. As delegated by 2SL act as the DGSA for NC to provide Dangerous Goods Safety Advice to the TLB DG network.  Applicants must hold the DGSA qualification and have suitable knowledge, skills and experience to exercise it.

• Policy. Responsible for maintaining single Service Mov & DG policy in accordance with defence regulations.

• DG Audit Programme. Develop a coherent audit programme of all NC

establishments and units making efficient use of staff resources to ensure all are subject to 1LoDA annually and 2LoDA as required. 

• Audit Reports. Staff check and issue all NC DG audit report findings

highlighting notable weaknesses and trends to chain of command, Operational Duty Holders (ODH) and Chief Environmental Safety Officer’s (CESO) Organisation as appropriate.  Use report findings to prioritise and develop future audit programmes.

1. Technical Advice: Provide technical advice to NC staff and units on:

• Matters relating to the NC operation, control and use of Dangerous Goods.

• Movement of hazardous materials. Conduct periodic assessment of ADR.

• Hazmat training delivered in NC units to provide assurance of training.

The post holder is to ensure that the principles of Investors In People (IIP) are embodied in the working practices of the Land Logs or which they have responsibility, paying particular attention to the provision of suitable training.  Within the Branch, this is to include induction training, agreeing and setting individual targets, conducting staff appraisals and obtaining feedback on the value of all training undertaken by staff.

The successful candidate MUST have:

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

• Leadership
• Delivering at Pace
• Managing a Quality Service
• Making Effective Decisions
• Communicating and Influencing

• 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 maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
  • Special paid leave to volunteer up to 6 days a year

   

  Our headquarters in Portsmouth also offers an impressive range of on-site facilities including a gymnasium, tennis courts, and other sporting facilities, a children’s nursery, a bistro restaurant, a shop and plenty of car parking spaces. .

   

  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.

   

  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. 

  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.

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.

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Job contact :

• Name : Lt Col Danny Proctor
• Email : Daniel.Proctor590@mod.gov.uk

Recruitment team

• Email : DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3@mod.gov.uk