Overview
Job Title: Compliance Risk Reduction Programme Manager
Location: HM Naval Base, Portsmouth (HMNBP)
Service Area: Asset Management
Hours of Work: 37 Per week
Responsibilities
* The Compliance Risk Reduction Programme Manager leads the delivery of statutory engineering compliance across the estate, with a focus on managing and supporting Responsible Persons (RPs) for asbestos, Legionella, gas safety, electrical safety amongst other disciplines. The role supports the Chief Engineer and SHEQ Director in maintaining technical compliance, operational safety and adherence to statutory and regulatory obligations across HMNB Portsmouth and associated outstations.
* The role provides strategic input via programmatic leadership to deliver annualised compliance programmes, supports the funding case for long-term investment, and drives a risk-based recovery profile to restore compliance across high-risk asset groups and activities.
You’ll Have
* Deep understanding of statutory engineering compliance frameworks (e.g., JSP 375, BS 9999:2017, CAR:2012, HSE ACoP L8, GSR 1998) and ideally proven experience in managing technical compliance and assurance in a complex engineering environment.
* Strong programme management and risk reduction capability, the ability to translate complex compliance requirements into actionable engineering solutions and have excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. With ability to lead audits and drive continuous improvement initiatives, you’ll champion competency in managing and developing technical teams and ensure/assure compliance to all relevant statutory and regulatory legislation within a built infrastructure environment.
About you
* You’ll be degree qualified in an Engineering/Management discipline and ideally have obtained IEng/CEng (or working towards) Membership of relevant professional body (e.g., CIBSE, IStructE, IET, IMechE).
* With a Programme-led delivery mindset, you’ll be able to see the bigger picture/interpret wider strategy, lead and manage by example, motivates others, makes decisions, initiates action, and takes responsibility.
You’ll Get
* A competitive salary
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Enhanced pension scheme
* Life assurance
* Access to our internal benefits and discounts programme for all colleagues
* Cycle to work scheme
* Group income protection
* Flexible parental benefits (if applicable)
* Access to our Internal employee assistance network, giving you the opportunity to reach the heights of success within your new position.
* Continued professional career development
* Kudos reward opportunities (internal achievements scheme)
* Occupational Health & Wellbeing Services
* 50% off entry into the Historic Dockyard
Application process
Applications are urged to apply prior to the advertising closing date of Friday 10 October 2025, with interviews scheduled to commence week commencing Monday 13 October 2025. For all queries, please contact the Recruitment Team in the first instance who will advise accordingly.
About Us
At KBS Maritime, we\'re a joint venture between BAE Systems and KBR. Our team provides Asset Management, Infrastructure Management, Energy Solutions and Alongside Services at HMNB Portsmouth. With almost two-thirds of the Royal Navy\'s surface ships stationed at HMNBP, we are at the forefront of innovation and progress. We operate in a unique environment with historic dockyards and cutting-edge infrastructure. By delivering state of the art solutions to the Royal Navy, KBS Maritime offers the chance to work on projects that contribute to safety, security, and sustainability of the UK\'s Defence and Security. We value our people and foster a culture where team members are empowered to succeed.
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