Engineer - Warminster, United Kingdom - Reed Talent Solutions

Reed Talent Solutions
Reed Talent Solutions
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Warminster, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Job summary
We are Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S). We make sure the UK military is equipped, supported, and connected, as they protect life at home and overseas.

We manage a vast range of complex projects to buy, support and supply vital equipment and servicesthat the Royal Navy, British Army and Royal Air Force need, so they can operate safely and effectively.

Our people push for best-in-class every day - because it helps keep our nation safe.

So whatever your background, whatever your skill set, if you're driven to set new standards, find your place with us.

Ready to see where your ambition will lead you?


Job description
Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S) are seeking an Engineer for their site at Warminster to join their team.

JAMES is Defence's Engineering and Asset Management (E&AM), Management Information System (MIS) for over 48,000 users.

Its use is mandated by the Defence Land Systems Safety Regulator and enables Defence to demonstrate legislative compliance; it underpinsthe National Audit Office (NAO), legal and safety compliance for over 1.6M equipment assets, including over 80,000 vehicles, and assists with cost capture for an annual Land equipment support spend of circa £500M.

It supports pan-Defence use of Land equipmenton operations, whilst training and in barracks.

DE&S manage the Service via a small multi-disciplined team, based primarily at Warminster comprising of military and civilian staff.

Responsible to the Chief Engineer you will be a key stakeholder in Customer requirements and industry solutions and assistthe team to ensure the sustainability, availability and enhancement of Defence capability whilst working closely with our US Supplier.

About the role
The responsibilities of these posts will include, but not be limited to, the following:

  • Working to the Chief Engineer you will be part of a team of military and civilian personnel. You will be expected to deputise for the Chief Engineer on occasion.
  • You will assist with delivery of all engineering aspects within your area of responsibility as defined in the assignment specification or objectives including managing the acquisition safety aspects and equipment Through Life Support (TLS).
  • Advise and assist with the implementation of any governance and assurance policies and procedures, to ensure the 'safe & professional' status of the area led.

Person specification

  • Relevant Level 4 (HNC or higher) qualification or equivalent experience
  • Experience of providing technical advice and leading the delivery of successful engineering outcomes
In addition to the responsibilities above, the following technical competences and behaviours will be assessed at interview:

  • Improve Engineering Capability
  • Supervised Practitioner


  • Technical Decision Making

  • Practitioner
  • Leadership
  • Changing & Improving

Benefits
We're pleased to offer a generous benefits package to support everything from your work-life balance to your bank balance, including:

  • 25 days' holiday a year, plus 1 day a year up to 30 days, 8 bank holidays and a day off for the King's birthday.
  • A marketleading employer pension contribution of around 27 percent, an annual performancebased bonus, and recognition awards.
  • Flexible and hybrid working wherever possible, to support your worklife balance (though some attendance to the stated site is required).
  • Access to specialist training and funded professional qualifications, with plenty of opportunities and support for progression.
  • A huge range of discounts including retail, sports, leisure, restaurants, gifts, days out, holidays, cinema, motoring, insurance, health care, gym memberships, and more.
  • Up to six days of paid leave a year for volunteering.
  • Enhanced maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave schemes, offering 100% pay for 26 weeks (after a qualifying period).
  • We champion a diverse and inclusive environment, where everyone can be themselves and give their best. We believe that by harnessing the power of different ideas, experiences, and perspectives, we can achieve our ambitions, together. If you have a disabilityor additional need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
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