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DE&S Operations Manager

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Engineering
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Bristol

AI generated summary

  • You need significant operations management experience, ability to lead change, expertise in stakeholder management, data interpretation skills, and OSHE experience in regulated environments.
  • You will lead multi-disciplinary teams, drive governance and KPIs, address performance shortfalls, enhance practices, resolve issues, and ensure cost-effective support delivery.

Requirements

  • Significant experience in an operations management role or associated discipline (Business Management, Project Management, Engineering, Through Life Support or Supply Chain)
  • Proven ability to lead through change and drive continuous improvement
  • Expertise in stakeholder and relationship management
  • Proficiency in interpreting and using management information and data
  • Experience of occupational health, safety & environment (OSHE) in highly regulated or high hazard environment

Responsibilities

  • Establish, lead, and manage high-performing multi-disciplinary teams to deliver strategic outcomes
  • Define and drive governance and assurance for in-service support, aligned with best practices and KPIs
  • Provide guidance and lead improvement initiatives to enhance governance and standard practices
  • Investigate and address key performance indicator (KPI) shortfalls using management information and data to identify trends, risks, and issues
  • Direct activities to resolve issues and meet KPIs, contributing to continuous improvement efforts
  • Ensure cost-effective and efficient support delivery, mitigating risks and leveraging opportunities

FAQs

What is the location of the DE&S Operations Manager position?

The position requires travel to several sites including Defence Munitions Gosport, Kineton, Longtown, Beith, Glen Douglas, Crombie, and Plymouth, as well as MOD Abbey Wood in Bristol.

What are the working hours for this role?

The role offers flexible and hybrid working options, but specific working hours can vary depending on operational requirements.

What benefits are offered with this position?

The benefits include 25+ days of annual leave, flexible working options, a generous pension contribution of 28.97%, enhanced parental leave schemes, and various shopping discounts.

What is the salary for the DE&S Operations Manager role?

The salary is £67,700, along with a significant pension contribution from the Ministry of Defence.

Is this position open to applicants from outside the UK?

No, the role is open only to sole UK nationals as a requirement for security reasons.

What security clearance is required for this position?

Candidates must obtain Security Check (SC) security clearance, which may take some time and must be obtained without caveats that could impede the role.

What experience is required for applicants?

Candidates must have significant experience in an operations management role or associated disciplines, such as Business Management, Project Management, Engineering, or Supply Chain.

Will I have the opportunity for professional development?

Yes, the position includes access to specialist training and funded qualifications, with support for progression.

Are there opportunities for bonuses or recognition awards?

Yes, there are performance-based bonuses and recognition awards as part of the overall compensation package.

What types of initiatives will I be leading in this role?

You will be establishing and managing multi-disciplinary teams, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring governance and assurance for in-service support.

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Defence & Aerospace
Industry
1001-5000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

We protect the security, independence and interests of the United Kingdom at home and abroad. We work with our allies and partners whenever possible. Our aim is to ensure that the UK’s Armed Forces have the training, equipment and support necessary for their work, and that we keep within budget. Our priorities 2015 to 2020 are to: protect our people project our global influence promote our prosperity maintain a strategic base and integrated global support network, and manage the Department of State