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Defence Support - Support Solution Officer, Land

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UK Ministry of Defence

18d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Logistics
    Engineering
  • Bristol

AI generated summary

  • You need experience in Through Life Support, evidence of key behaviours, and must be a UK national or qualifying nationality with security checks.
  • You will analyze support requirements, advise teams, ensure compliance, engage with SMEs, produce reports, and mentor direct reports while managing assurance tasks throughout the equipment life cycle.

Requirements

  • The role requires experience of providing Through Life Support (TTLS Sub-function framework). DE&S Functional Competence Framework
  • We’ll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
  • Managing a Quality Service
  • Seeing the Big Picture
  • Communicating and Influencing
  • Working Together
  • Changing and Improving
  • We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form:
  • Managing a Quality Service
  • Communicating and Influencing
  • Working Together
  • Changing and Improving
  • Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.
  • Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed.
  • The level of security needed is security check.
  • People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard checks.
  • This Job Is Broadly Open To The Following Groups:
  • UK nationals
  • nationals of the Republic of Ireland
  • nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
  • nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
  • nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
  • individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020
  • Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service

Responsibilities

  • Facilitate analysis, understanding and interpretation of the SSE, its application and development in terms of Support Requirements.
  • Provide advice and guidance to DTs enabling them to conduct self-assurance against the Defence Support policies.
  • Conduct assurance determining effectiveness, compliance & coherence in Support Solutions, providing assessments, identifying Defence issues and risks.
  • Facilitate engagement between DTs and Support Assurance SMEs during the equipment life cycle to encourage improvement and good practice.
  • Act as a Subject Matter Expert for those CCTs and CDAs as per the SSE, especially that concerning Integrated Logistic Support organisation, planning and arrangements.
  • Produce Support Solution Reports providing assurance of support solution effectiveness to inform 3* endorsement bodies in making endorsement decisions.
  • Produce In-Service Support Reviews providing assurance of support solution effectiveness to inform FLCs.
  • Undertake line management, mentoring and countersigning tasks as required by the role. This role has 1 direct reports. Manage and mentor designated HEO grade SSOs within the team.

FAQs

What is the location of the Defence Support - Support Solution Officer role?

The role is based at Abbey Wood, Bristol, BS34 8JH.

What are the working hours for this position?

The position is advertised at 37 hours per week.

What qualifications are necessary for this role?

While specific qualifications are not detailed, experience in providing Through Life Support (TTLS Sub-function framework) is required.

What are the core values of the Defence Support Organisation?

The core values are Respect, Trust, Understanding, and Kindness.

Does this role include any direct reports?

Yes, the role includes line management responsibilities for 1 direct report.

What kind of support and development opportunities does the Ministry of Defence provide?

The Ministry of Defence offers in-house training as well as external development opportunities towards industry-recognized qualifications.

What are the potential benefits offered with this position?

In addition to a salary, benefits include a generous pension, holiday entitlement of 25 days rising to 30, financial rewards, and various on-site facilities.

Is there an opportunity for flexible working arrangements?

Yes, there may be a combination of office and home-based working, with a minimum expectation of 60% of working time in the office.

Are applicants from outside the UK eligible for this role?

This role does not meet the criteria for visa sponsorship and is only open to UK nationals, nationals of the Republic of Ireland, Commonwealth countries with right to work in the UK, and certain EU nationals.

How will candidates be assessed during the selection process?

Candidates will be assessed on their Behaviours and Experience, with a focus on specific competencies outlined in the job description.

Will expenses for travel to interviews be reimbursed?

No, expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed.

What is the probation period for new recruits?

External recruits who join the Ministry of Defence and are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six-month probation period.

Is smoking permitted in the workplace?

No, smoking and the use of all tobacco products are not permitted anywhere in the Defence working environment.

What should I do if I require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process?

You can contact the recruitment team at DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3@mod.gov.uk to request additional help or reasonable adjustments.

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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