Are you an individual with confidence, who can exercise good judgement, knowledge, and evidence, providing accurate, timely and practical advice and direction whilst sharing their knowledge and experience? If you are looking for an opportunity to grow your knowledge, develop your understanding, whilst working in an inclusive organisation, then this is the role for you. We seek to employ a motivated individual, who is an effective communicator, organised and can work well both autonomously and in a team. Key responsibilities: The Commander Colchester Garrison is the Head of Establishment for Merville Barracks (Colchester). The Colchester Garrison Estates and Facilities Manager (FM) is the principal officer for this function, which forms an essential part of the Head of Establishment remit. Lead estate management across Colchester Garrison military estate working with contractors and local authority in order to deliver Estate projects both large and small. Operate in the context and contractual agreement of a Private Finance Initiative (PFI) provision for the delivery of Hard and Soft facility management services across Merville Barracks until 2039. Lead the Management Agreement with Colchester City Council for the shared/community provision of sports and recreational facilities. This is a contractual agreement and reliant upon income generation to support the ongoing through life cost of the facilities. The role is the Garrison focal point for sustainability which includes energy and utilities management. Coordinates and delivers the following activity. Assume overall line management responsibilities for HQ Colchester Garrison Infrastructure staff, which includes military, Civil Service and Contractor colleagues. Input and on behalf of Colchester Garrison manage the Command Infrastructure Delivery Plan (CIDP) operated by Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO). This function includes initial submission including a Statement of Requirement, development and creating the supporting Authority Change and providing the customer interface during delivery. Maintain and manage the system of works for pre-planned lifecycle maintenance and change process under the PFI. Provide the customer focal point and interface for all estate and facility management issues including all units across Merville Barracks, PFI Hard/Soft FM providers and 3rd party contractors. In addition, and through regular meetings ensure priorities are agreed with HQ 16 Air Assault Brigade Combat Team as the senior end user. Monitor and provide constructive feedback on contractor performance to ensure works are carried out appropriately, timely, effectively and deliver value for money. Represent Colchester Garrison at contractual and non-contractual meetings in Merville Barracks and act as principal planner, 1st line assurance lead and liaison with HQ Regional Command, HQ STRATEGIC Command, Regional Infrastructure Cell, Military Stations across East Anglia, Joint Military Command (Centre) and Top-Level Budget organisations as required. Act as a focal point and to chair the Amenities Coord for the provision and use of Sports and Leisure facilities under the Management Agreement. Ensure the appropriate licensing and charging arrangements are in place for external users. Provide a focal point for DIO Land Management Services in support of Land Management issues, lease arrangements for non-PFI areas of the estate noticeably Service Families Accommodation area and to provide a liaison function to Defence Training Estate for training areas within the Colchester Garrison. You will have the opportunity to learn new skills whilst working at pace, as you establish yourself in your new role. Person specification Essential skills required: Must be a motivated individual, who is an effective communicator, organised and can work well both autonomously and in a team. Able to demonstrate an understanding and ability to implement and deliver Estates and Facilities Management in line with extant policy, which includes Head of Establishment functions, notably Infrastructure, health and safety, finance, governance, commercial and contractual requirements. Self-confidence, be accomplished across the portfolio of responsibilities and able to exercise good judgement, knowledge, and evidence-based decision making. Ability to provide accurate, timely and practical advice and direction whilst sharing knowledge and experience. Pivotal will be the ability to prioritise with ruthless efficiency and manage expectations accordingly. Able to deliver effective written and verbal briefs to all levels. Desirable skills: To have experience of working in a energetic and ambitious environment. Previous experience in Property / Estate management would be an advantage. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Communicating and Influencing Leadership Working Together We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form: Communicating and Influencing Benefits Alongside your salary of 36,530, Ministry of Defence contributes 10,582 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. The Army prides itself on being a supportive employer and where possible encourages flexible working, helping you to maintain a great work/life balance. Other benefits for Army civil servants include: 25 days paid annual leave rising (1 day per year) to 30 days upon completion of 5 years service. Highly competitive pension scheme Personal and professional development of skills Alternative working patterns for many roles Access to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), a free service that assists you with achieving a productive, healthy environment that is conducive to a healthy lifestyle. Enhanced parental and adoption leave 6 days special leave per year which can be used for volunteering activities. Learning and Development Other benefits for Army civil servants include: 8 Public Holidays 1 Privilege Day On-site parking is available. Access to on-site Gymnasium. Access to Pay as You Dine facilities. We believe that everyone has the potential to make a difference and you will be supported to help you learn and advance in your career. This includes working towards membership of a professional body and/or undertaking a modern apprenticeship as part of your role. A modern apprenticeship is a combined package of work and training. Through the schemes available you will gain a professional qualification, practical experience, and the broader skills required to develop in your current role and pave the way for your future career. Most of the training will be on-the-job, with the remaining off-the-job training delivered by an external training provider. This means minimal disruption to your work alongside a big developmental opportunity. Professional qualifications which can be achieved through an apprenticeship range from Level 2 (equivalent to 5 GCSEs/ broadly equivalent to Scottish National 5s(N5s)), Level 3 (equivalent to 2 A Levels//broadly equivalent to Scottish Higher/Advanced Higher (H/AH)), and Levels 4 -7, which can give you a foundation degree, a full Bachelors degree, or a Masters degree. They normally last between 12 months - 3 years, depending on the level of the apprenticeship. Anyone can undertake an Apprenticeship and everyone can benefit from developing their skills in an accredited way.Successful candidates can discuss their development options with their manager when in post. The post does not offer relocation expenses. External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six-month probation period. 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. Any move to MOD from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/. The Ministry of Defence is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its staff which includes educating them on the benefits of not smoking, protecting them from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke and supporting those who want to give up smoking. Under the Smoke-Free Working Environment policy, Smoking and the use of all tobacco products (including combustible and chewing tobacco products) will not be permitted anywhere in the Defence working environment however some exemptions are in place, please refer to local guidance. The policy is Whole Force and includes all Defence personnel, contractors, visitors and other non-MOD personnel. All applicants seeking, considering, or accepting employment with the Ministry of Defence should be aware of this policy and that it is already in place at a number of Defence Establishments. MOD Recruitment Satisfaction Survey We may contact you regarding your experience to help us improve our customer satisfaction. The survey is voluntary and anonymous. You may however be given the opportunity to provide additional information to help us improve our service which includes the collection of some personal data as defined by the United Kingdom General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). The MOD Privacy Policy Notice sets out how we will use your personal data and your rights. Things you need to know Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours and Experience. At application stage you will be assessed against the following: Personal Statement - 500 word personal statement detailing your suitability to the position Behaviour - Communicating & Influencing Where a large number of applications are received, an initial sift will be conducted based on the evidence you provide in support of Communicating & Influencing. Your Personal Statement will only be reviewed if you are successful atsift. At interview stage you will be assessed against the following behaviours: Communicating & Influencing Leadership Working Together Application sifting will be scheduled to take place within 7 days of the application closing date. Interview dates are to be confirmed and will be held in person. We endeavour to keep to these time frames, but these are subject to change around business needs. Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. 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 in to 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. This role does not meet that category and we will not sponsor a visa. It 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. 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. The Ministry of Defence adopts a zero-tolerance approach to unacceptable behaviours, which includes bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, discrimination, and victimisation. You will not be eligible and will not be considered for this post if you have been dismissed from a role for such unacceptable behaviours within the last five years. This will also apply if you resign or otherwise leave a role but, because of an adverse decision, would have been dismissed for gross misconduct had you continued in that employment. Pre-employment checks will be carried out. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Security 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 (opens in a new window). See our vetting charter (opens in a new window). People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks. Nationality requirements 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) (opens in a new window) 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 Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window) Working for the Civil Service The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window). The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy. Diversity and Inclusion The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window). Apply and further information This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window) initiative. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Contact point for applicants Job contact : Name : Jayne Ashby Email : Jayne.Ashby532@mod.gov.uk Recruitment team Email : DBSCivPers-ResourcingTeam3@mod.gov.uk Further information Please ensure you read the attached candidate information document prior to completing your application. If you are dissatisfied with the service you have received from DBS, or believe that DBS has failed to follow the recruitment process in line with the Civil Service Commission principles of selection for appointment on merit on the basis of Fair and Open competition, you can raise a formal complaint by writing to DBS at the following address: Defence Business Services, Scanning Hub, Room 6124, Tomlinson House, Norcross Lane, Blackpool, FY5 3WP. If after raising your complaint with DBS you remain dissatisfied you can complain directly to the Civil Service Commission at the following address: Civil Service commission, Room G/8, 1 Horse Guards Road, London, SW1A 2HQ Or by email: info@csc.gov.uk. Attachments EXTERNAL PACK Opens in new window (pdf, 1562kB) Candidate Information updated_ Opens in new window (docx, 31kB) ArmyTLBEVP Opens in new window (pdf, 3932kB)