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You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailOrganisation: Defence Equipment & Support - Deca
Salary:35200 - 38100 per annum (plus generous benefits)
Grade: STSI
Working Pattern: Full time Job Share Flexible Working
Contract Type: Permanent
DE&S Deca is a specialist part of Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S) tasked with supporting a vast range of Defence avionics electronics and components to provide high-quality cost-effective support to the UK Armed Forces. We have a rich heritage as the MODs in house repair maintenance overhaul and upgrade service provider by offering innovative solutions to guarantee best value for Defence. To find out more about DE&S Deca followhere.
We offer 25 days holiday flexible and hybrid working enhanced parental leave schemes shopping discounts and an exceptional employer pension contribution of 28.97% to help make work work for you.
This role requires you to have lived in the UK for the last 5 years and obtain Security Check (SC) security clearance. Clearance must be obtained without any caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role youve been recruited for. If it isnt obtained or is obtained but with caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role any conditional offer made to you will be withdrawn. Obtaining SC security clearance can be a lengthy process and we reserve the right to withdraw any conditional offer made if the necessary security clearance isnt obtained within 12 months.
Job description
Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in infrastructure management of the estate We are seeking a dedicated and proactive individual to provide expert infrastructure advice and guidance. If you thrive in a role that combines leadership compliance and stakeholder engagement this opportunity is for you!
You will provide tailored advice and guidance across the business ensuring key messages are communicated effectively and events are planned seamlessly. As well as coordinating and implementing policies and processes that are fully compliant with all applicable legislation policies and regulations. This includes acting as the Responsible Person for legionella and asbestos as well as serving as the Establishment Fire Focal Point.
You will also act as the lead for any facilities related audits and ensure all corrective actions from audits and non-conformances are implemented. You will collaborate with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to deliver a safe and compliant environment including site staff contractors and external agencies to manage real estate scenarios and drive improvements. You will also assist in the delivery of infrastructure projects ensuring estate improvements and changes are implemented effectively and align with approved plans. You will play a key role in ensuring a safe and compliant environment for our people equipment and estate.
Please note that there may be travel required to other DE&S Deca sites and therefore we do require you to have a full UK driving licence.
Interviews will take place face-to-face at MOD Sealand and will commence in the week commencing Monday 4th August 2025 (please note this is subject to change).
We champion flexible ways of working. Regular in-person attendance is required (this is expected to be a minimum of 60% of your working week) to promote the benefits of face-to-face collaboration alongside flexibility of hours to support work-life balance and business need. Initially you may be expected to attend more frequently to familiarise yourselves with the site the team and your role.
What youll be doing
Person specification
To be successful with your application youll need to show that you meet the following essential criteria:
In addition to the responsibilities above the following technical competences and behaviours will be assessed at interview:
Offered benefits
Improving innovation and enriching our culture diversity of thought is vital to our success. So whether youre looking for a new opportunity a next step or a helping hand as you return from a career break bring your experiences and help deliver for the defence of tomorrow. Here youll find a supportive family-friendly organisation to be a part of - and if you need any assistance with your application just let us know.
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Any personal data that you provide during the Recruitment process will be treated in accordance with the MOD Privacy Notice which can be accessedhere.
Please note as a Disability Confident Leader we want to ensure you receive any reasonable adjustments that you need throughout the recruitment process. If you do require any reasonable adjustments you can let us know on your online application under the section Please indicate and give details of any reasonable adjustments you may require during the recruitment process.
Selection Process Details
Your application will go through the following stages of assessment:
Please Note: In the event of a tied score at interview the Order of Merit will be distinguished based on the relative importance of the assessed competencies as per the hierarchy below:
In the event of a further tie using the method above we reserve the right to utilise an additional assessment.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview.
If you feel that your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint in the first instance you should contact department via email:.If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department you can contact the Civil Service Commission:Recruitment Complaints - Civil Service Commission
Declaration of Outside Interests.
The Ministry of Defence requires all candidates who are successful at interview to declare any outside interests. These declarations will be discussed with successful candidates following the interview process and before a formal offer of employment is made as some outside interests may not be compatible with MOD civilian roles. This will not in the majority of cases prevent employment in MOD but it is a measure that must be taken to ensure that appropriate mitigations can be put in place to manage any potential perceived or actual conflicts of interest from the first day of employment.
Offering at a lower level
If youre not successful at interview we may offer you a role at a lower level if this is a match for your skills and experience. If this applies to your application youll be scored against criteria for the lower-level role and offers will be made in merit order. If you accept this position youll be able to take advantage of opportunities to develop your career as part of our team.
Required Experience:
IC
Full-Time