Overview
Watchkeeper role at QinetiQ Target Systems - United Kingdom, Applecross, Scotland. Permanent – Full Time.
Role
Job Title: Watchkeeper
Location: Applecross, Scotland
Role Type: Permanent – Full Time
Role ID: 18745
About The Role
Our team is based at the BUTEC Range Terminal Building, Applecross. The Watchkeeper will work in a small team responsible for maintaining a radar and visual watch of the range area in the Inner Sound. In addition, the Watchkeeper is responsible for the security and cleanliness of the building.
What do I need?
* The successful candidate will have a high level of self-reliance and a responsible attitude when communicating with seagoing/helicopter traffic. Experience of marine radars and radios would be a distinct advantage; seafaring background is helpful but not essential.
* PC skills are important; candidates should demonstrate PC literacy.
* A full UK driving licence is essential.
What will I be doing?
* Display local knowledge of the site to ensure safe monitoring of the area by visual means, CCTV and radar, and enforcement through close liaison with local fishing vessels and tourist traffic.
* Assist in carrying out functions in support of the general management of the facility.
* Meet and handle Customers and Contractors unfamiliar with our sites, processes and procedures.
* Provide ground support to helicopter operational functions to ensure the safety of all passengers, including assisting the helicopter operator to ensure all personnel, stores and relevant manifests are safely provisioned.
Why Join QinetiQ?
As we grow into new markets, there are exciting opportunities to join QinetiQ. Our success comes from the appetite for innovation and tackling a wide variety of complex challenges, in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic and realise your full potential.
Our Benefits
* Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
* Competitive holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
* Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
* Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and more
* Armed Forces Covenant support and Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award
* Volunteering opportunities – helping charities and local community
Our Recruitment Process
We strive for inclusive recruitment and support candidates through reasonable adjustments if needed. Some roles require national security vetting; applicants may transfer existing clearances on appointment. National Security Vetting information is available on GOV.UK.
For further information on National Security Vetting, see GOV.UK: UKSV National Security Vetting Solution: guidance for applicants.
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Other
Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing
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