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Do you want to be at the heart of real Defence issues and play a key role in the United Kingdoms (UK) national security?
Established in April 2016, the Defence Nuclear Organisation (DNO) delivers nuclear capability to deter threats and protect our nation.
The DNO oversees all defence nuclear business (excluding operations) and is responsible for providing nuclear deterrence; sponsoring the Defence Nuclear Enterprise (all the organisations, programmes and people that sustain the UKs nuclear deterrent); and advising on UK nuclear policy, planning and international co-operation on nuclear matters.
The UKs independent nuclear deterrent has existed for over 60 years to deter the most extreme threats to our national security and way of life, and that of our NATO Allies. To ensure that we have a credible and capable nuclear deterrent for as long as the security situation requires, we are building four new nuclear armed submarines known as the Dreadnought Class and replacing our nuclear warheads. These renewal programmes will utilise world-leading technology and are a showcase in science and engineering, highlighting the prowess of British industry.
Here at DNO we strongly believe that diversity and inclusion is not only the right thing to do but is also essential for a thriving and successful organisation. We know that diverse teams bring a wide range of perspectives, experiences and ideas, which lead to better decision-making, creativity and innovation. We have a culture where differences are celebrated and our people feel supported, included and empowered. Join us and be part of an organisation that truly values diversity and inclusion and makes a positive impact on the world.
The Warhead Directorate leads the UK nuclear warhead programme which provides a stockpile of reliable, safe and effective nuclear warheads to support the UKs strategic nuclear deterrent now and in the future.
The Warhead Directorate has staff based in MOD Main Building, MOD Abbey Wood (Bristol), Aldermaston (Reading) and HM Naval Base Clyde (Scotland). This post will be based in either Bristol or Reading with the requirement to travel between sites regularly.
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.
This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.
Job description
This role, reporting to the Future Transport Assistant Head, is to support the Transport team to plan and deliver a coherent programme for future nuclear transport and container capabilities. This includes safety and environmental management to enable effective delivery and approval of this capability in support of the UK Defence Nuclear Programme into the future.
The DNO Transport team sit within the Warhead Directorate and are responsible for the movement of all Defence Nuclear Material across the Defence Enterprise. The team therefore provide services to several areas; supporting transport operations, emergency planning, managing a fleet of specialist vehicles as well as planning for future requirements.
The Future Transport team, within DNO Transport, are responsible for the development and delivery of new, safe and secure, transport capabilities for the movement of Defence Nuclear Material. The project team responsible for this large-scale procurement activity now seek a Safety and Environmental Manager to oversee the safety and environmental aspects of this procurement and through life capability.
A full driving licence will be required to enable travel between sites.
The team are supportive of hybrid working however the role will require routine site access to attend meetings and access to IT systems.
It is also important to note that due to the highly secure work of the directorate, you will need to be a UK national and achieve Developed Vetting security level before you would be able to start in the role.
Person specification
Role responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the delivery and implementation of all safety and environmental aspects of the future transport and container projects. This will include:
- Management and delivery of associated Safety and Environmental Management Plans.
- Advising on safety and environmental requirements.
- Advising on engineering work strands and system design.
- Acting as an intelligent customer for contracts and tasking with suppliers and subject matter experts on safety and environmental aspects.
- Management and delivery of system safety and environmental justifications, cases and approval submissions.
- Lead regulatory engagement with Defence Regulators (Defence Nuclear Safety Regulator, Defence Ordinance, Munitions & Explosive Safety Regulator, Defence Land Safety Regulator and Defence Environmental Safety Regulator).
- Stakeholder engagement with safety and environmental leads from across the Defence Nuclear Programme to ensure alignment and integration for future transport and container capabilities.
Qualifications & Skills
The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and experience managing safety in a complex high, hazard enterprise. Safety and Environmental Management qualifications would be desirable but not essential as training and on the job learning can be provided where specialist development is required. Experience working within a highly regulated environment and working with regulators would be desirable.
In addition to learning and skill development opportunities relevant to this role, there are opportunities to be involved in emergency planning and transport convoy operations in support of the wider DNO Transport Team.
Skills
- Experience working within safety management roles within a high hazard environment / industry
Desirable Qualifications
- HNC/HND or Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics specialism or similar
- Safety Case Development
- System Safety Process Management
- Ordnance, Munitions and Explosives Intermediate Course
- Membership with an appropriate science, technology or engineering institute
Desirable Skills
- 2 years experience of working in the Defence Nuclear Programme with knowledge of regulations and procedures across all life cycle phases.
- 2 years experience in safety management roles within complex, high hazard enterprises.
- Experience generating and/or managing safety cases.
- Experience in developing safety requirements for systems/Defence procurements
Behaviours
We’ll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
Technical skills
We’ll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:
- Nuc 1.1: Nuclear Safety and Nuclear Security Culture
Benefits
£11,070 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.
Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.
We truly believe that the MOD is a great place to work, and we offer a unique employee experience. We want to ensure that every single employee feels appreciated & fairly rewarded and offer the following additional benefits:
- Learning and development tailored to your role and broader skill development, enabling you to build a long-term career in your chosen area. Where appropriate there will be offers of training under our apprenticeship schemes.
- An environment with flexible working options
- A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
- 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 days following 5 years service (+ 8 days bank and public holidays), with family friendly benefits including improved maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%
- Cycle Loan (Advance on Salary)
- Thank You Scheme
- Defence Sports & Recreational Association (DSRA)
- Defence Discount Service
- Some of our sites have on-site gyms, restaurants, cafes, nurseries and more
The post does not offer relocation expenses.
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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Selection process details
Apply using the Civil Service Jobs apply button, filling in all required details in all sections.
You will be asked on the application to complete details of your previous work experience (CV) and qualifications held. In the CV please clearly identify the role hold, key responsibilities, and durations.
You will have around 1250 words for a Personal Statement, where you need to show how you meet the requirements of the role. This should focus on your Safety and Environmental Management skills and experience and how you believe you will be a good fit for this role.
Use the identified key skills and experience detailed in the description of the role to write how you satisfy these, using examples if possible.
The CV, Qualifications and Personal Statement will be used to score and sift applications for interview.
Successful applicants invited to interview will also be tested on their technical skills and experience relevant to this role as well as the following Behaviours required by the grade of this role:
- Leadership
- Communicating and Influencing
Please see the Success Profiles link for information on the expected competency based answers required at interview.
The requirements for the role have been benchmarked and these will be used to sift all candidates, with those meeting the minimum requirements invited to interview.
Candidates who are found to meet an acceptable standard at interview but are not successful in one of the advertised posts may be considered for similar roles within the Business Unit.
Please note that due to the sensitivity of the role we can only accept UK Nationals and you will also be expected to achieve Developed Vetting clearance, above the normal clearance level expected for the MOD.
No application can be accepted after the closing date.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
Nationality Requirements – Further Information for Candidates
- This post is classed as Reserved as per Civil Service Nationality Rules Section 3. In accordance with these rules, only UK nationals may be employed in reserved posts in the Civil Service[1] (Paragraph. 3.1).
UK National Definition
2. The definition of a UK National can be found at Paragraphs. 1.4-1.8 of the Civil Service Nationality Rules.
Dual Nationals
3. As per Paragraph. 1.41 of the Civil Service Nationality Rules:
a) Candidates with dual nationality are in principle eligible for employment in the Civil Service provided that they meet the requirements in relation to one of their nationalities [i.e. UK National]. They may not be eligible, however, for employment in certain reserved posts where additional nationality requirements are imposed.
Additional Restrictions for Reserved Posts
4. As per Paragraphs. 3.10-3.11 of the Civil Service Nationality Rules:
a) departments and agencies are entitled to impose additional requirements in reserved posts if this is considered necessary. This could include, for example, requirements as to the residency of the applicant or the nationality of one or both parents of the applicant.
5, If you are a Dual National who possesses UK Nationality and wish to check your eligibility for the post, please contact our recruiting team at the details below. Please be advised that we will not be able to provide a justification for our decision for security reasons.
DNO External Recruitment DNO-ExternalRecruiting@mod.gov.uk
[1] Irish nationals and Commonwealth citizens are also eligible for employment in reserved posts if they were in the Civil Service at 31 May 1996 or before, or were appointed from a recruitment scheme with a closing date for receipt of applications before 1 June 1996. (Paragraph. 3.1)
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: DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3@mod.gov.uk
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.
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- Name : DNO External Recruiting
- Email : DNO-Externalrecruiting@mod.gov.uk
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- Email : DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3@mod.gov.uk
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