HMS NELSON, HMNB(P). Job Summary His Majesty’s Naval Base Portsmouth (HMNB(P)) has been an integral part of the city since 1194. It is home to almost 60% of the Royal Navy's surface ships, including our Aircraft Carriers, Type 45 destroyers; Type 23 frigates; mine countermeasure vessels and fishery protection squadrons. The base is a major employer and provides lodging facilities for Royal Navy (RN) personnel serving at the base and in Portsmouth based ships. HMNB(P) is one of three naval bases providing enabling support as part of the nation’s defence strategy. In doing so, HMNB(P) seeks to improve through science and technology to strengthen its security and defence at home and overseas. This requires continuous improvements in building capacity, capability and resilience through its people. It is the home base for RN ships and personnel preparing for operations. A key component of achieving this support is the ability to deliver the full range of increasingly sophisticated engineering support services. The unique employment opportunities offered are varied, challenging and exciting and support Navy Command’s role to generate and operate forces for today and to ensure we are ready for tomorrow by developing and delivering the RN of the future. Navy Command provides an open, flexible and supportive work environment and Civil Servants, contractors and armed forces personnel work together in a wealth of interesting and challenging jobs in different disciplines. In Navy Command, our Civil Servants work alongside their military colleagues in jobs that matter and often have a direct impact on the quality of the operational capabilities we deliver. Roles can offer great job satisfaction and there are many opportunities to develop and progress both within the department and across the wider Civil Service. The Naval Base Commander Portsmouth is pleased to offer an exciting opportunity to play a crucial role and lead the HMNB(P) Physical Development Team. Are you enthusiastic and committed to excellent service delivery and improvement? Do you have good leadership, organisational and decision-making skills and an ability to communicate effectively at all levels? This position is advertised at 37 hours per week. Job Description RN Physical Development (PDev) programmes contribute significantly to the development and sustainment of the Moral Component of Operational Capability by delivering individuals who are mentally and physically robust with a high degree of war-fighting spirit. PDev contributes to fitness, teamwork, leadership, self-discipline, determination, co-ordination, courage, competitive spirit, individual and collective resilience and consequently military ethos, all inextricably linked to operational efficiency. In support of the personnel ‘Live Well’ strategy, this role is the lead for aspects of establishment physical development infrastructure, equipment and health & safety through both public and non-public funding. The Physical Development Manager (PDM) is responsible for managing the day-to-day establishment Physical Development Programme in HMS NELSON and Sail Loft gymnasiums, gym equipment and establishment Adventurous Training / Challenging Activities and equipment (including associated contracts and H&S compliance). This post includes Line Management and Counter Signing Officer reporting responsibilities. In support of Command objectives, the Physical Development Manager will: On behalf of the Head of Establishment, be responsible for availability of all PDev facilities and equipment, their health & safety, maintenance, replacement planning and business continuity. Managing a small team of Subject Matter Experts to support you in this area. Function as the establishment Single Point of Contact for PDev infrastructure business and broker contacts with specific business areas to support any tasks required. Coordinate the development of a weekly establishment PDev programme and suitably advertise this programme within the establishment. Ensure that an appropriate Challenging Activity Leader Awards (CALA) database of qualified Leaders is maintained, updated and that an appropriate methodology is available to support CALA from the establishment. Monitor customer activity and develop an understanding of customer issues, resolving or escalating where appropriate. Be proactive in holding meetings with high profile customers to facilitate real-time working and customer engagement. Membership of appropriate H&S and Unit Health Committees. Coordinate establishment contribution to regional PDev events in liaison with the Deployable Regional Unit. Work with H&S management to monitor and ensure all unresolved building and PDev equipment related risks are escalated appropriately. Manage devolved budgets in accordance with the financial procedures outlined in the budget delegation. Responsible for the management of all staff within their area. This includes staff performance, development and annual appraisal through to sickness absence management. Produce relevant reports as required and ensure all correspondence is replied to within agreed timescales. Liaise and form good relationships with internal and external stakeholders. RN Physical Development (PDev) programmes contribute significantly to the development and sustainment of the Moral Component of Operational Capability by delivering individuals who are mentally and physically robust with a high degree of war-fighting spirit. PDev contributes to fitness, teamwork, leadership, self-discipline, determination, co-ordination, courage, competitive spirit, individual and collective resilience and consequently military ethos, all inextricably linked to operational efficiency. In support of the personnel ‘Live Well’ strategy, this role is the lead for aspects of establishment physical development infrastructure, equipment and health & safety through both public and non-public funding. The Physical Development Manager (PDM) is responsible for managing the day-to-day establishment Physical Development Programme in HMS NELSON and Sail Loft gymnasiums, gym equipment and establishment Adventurous Training / Challenging Activities and equipment (including associated contracts and H&S compliance). This post includes Line Management and Counter Signing Officer reporting responsibilities. In support of Command objectives, the Physical Development Manager will: On behalf of the Head of Establishment, be responsible for availability of all PDev facilities and equipment, their health & safety, maintenance, replacement planning and business continuity. Managing a small team of Subject Matter Experts to support you in this area. Function as the establishment Single Point of Contact for PDev infrastructure business and broker contacts with specific business areas to support any tasks required. Coordinate the development of a weekly establishment PDev programme and suitably advertise this programme within the establishment. Ensure that an appropriate Challenging Activity Leader Awards (CALA) database of qualified Leaders is maintained, updated and that an appropriate methodology is available to support CALA from the establishment. Monitor customer activity and develop an understanding of customer issues, resolving or escalating where appropriate. Be proactive in holding meetings with high profile customers to facilitate real-time working and customer engagement. Membership of appropriate H&S and Unit Health Committees. Coordinate establishment contribution to regional PDev events in liaison with the Deployable Regional Unit. Work with H&S management to monitor and ensure all unresolved building and PDev equipment related risks are escalated appropriately. Manage devolved budgets in accordance with the financial procedures outlined in the budget delegation. Responsible for the management of all staff within their area. This includes staff performance, development and annual appraisal through to sickness absence management. Produce relevant reports as required and ensure all correspondence is replied to within agreed timescales. Liaise and form good relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Person specification The ideal candidate will be expected to have a proven track record and experience in people management, physical development and delivery and the interpersonal skills to conduct necessary stakeholder engagement. Knowledge And Experience We are looking for an enthusiastic, articulate, well-organised and highly motivated individual to join the PDev team. You will need to be an excellent communicator, a great team player and confident to use your own initiative to make effective decisions. A good knowledge and understanding of general health and safety is essential. MOD experience, knowledge of policy, health and Safety and building control will be advantageous. Experience of using Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and SharePoint. Strong organisational skills. Motivated to deliver consistent and standard good service. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Working Together Leadership Making Effective Decisions Communicating and Influencing Managing a Quality Service 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. As a Civil Servant in Navy Command, you will be part of a forward-looking organisation with inclusive workplace policies, excellent career prospects, and a job that makes a difference. Navy Command prides itself on being a supportive employer and where possible encourages flexible working, helping you to maintain a great work/life balance. In HMNB(P), we promote the 70:20:10 model[1]. We understand learning can take different forms including on the job practice, learning from others, networking as well as studying for courses. All staff are encouraged to take ownership of their development and take proactive steps to shape your own learning and development. This includes identifying learning needs, deciding the best way to meet these needs, undertaking learning and reflecting. 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 an apprenticeship as part of your role. An apprenticeship is a combined package of work and training. Through an apprenticeship you will gain professional knowledge, practical experience, and the broader skills required to up skill you 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 often delivered by a training provider. This means minimal disruption and maximum impact. Professional qualifications can be achieved through an apprenticeship and range from Level 2 (equivalent to 5 GCSEs), Level 3 (equivalent to 2 A Levels), and Levels 4 -7, which can give you a foundation degree, a full Bachelor’s degree, or a Master’s degree. Apprenticeships normally last between 12 months - 3 years, depending on the level of the apprenticeship. Anyone can undertake an Apprenticeship and everyone, regardless of age, can benefit from developing their skills in an accredited way. Successful candidates can discuss their development options with their manager when in post. Benefits We also provide first rate benefits for all our employees as we understand the commitments our staff have, both inside and outside of the workplace and our aim is to provide a place of work which allows the flexibility to maintain a work-life balance. These include: In addition to your salary is the potential for in-year performance and recognition awards. A very competitive pension scheme with the option to buy additional contribution years. Personal & professional development. Access to a confidential, professional support service. 25 days paid annual leave rising (1 day per year) to 30 days upon completion of 5 years’ service. Alternative working patterns for many roles. Discount schemes. Bicycle / season ticket loans. Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. Special paid leave to volunteer up to 6 days a year. On-site facilities (gymnasium, various cafés, shops, post office, mess facilities etc). [1] 20200522-Routes to learning 2020_May.pdf (sharepoint.com) Where business needs allow, some roles may be suitable for a combination of office and home-based working. This is a non-contractual arrangement where all office-based employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in office, subject to capacity and any required workplace adjustments. Requirements to attend other locations for official business, or work in another MOD office, will also count towards this level of attendance. Applicants can request further information regarding how this may work in their team from the Vacancy Holder (see advert for contact details). Defence Business Services cannot respond to any questions about working arrangements. 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. Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours and Experience. You will be assessed at application and interview using the Success Profile Behaviours that have been chosen for this role, your CV, Personal Statement and experience. During the Application stage, candidates will be assessed against the following behaviours; Working Together. Leadership. Making Effective Decisions. Communicating & Influencing. Managing a Quality Service. When choosing your Behaviour examples, please make sure you use real life scenarios that relate to your own experiences. Whilst technology may help to enhance your written submission, presenting the ideas of others or those generated by technology, could result in your application being rejected. During the Interview stage, candidates will be assessed against the following behaviours; Working Together. Leadership. Making Effective Decisions. Communicating & Influencing. Managing a Quality Service. We welcome applications from everyone irrespective of gender and ethnic group. Appointment will be based on merit alone. Essential / Desirable Qualifications. Physical Development and Training, Building & Facilities Management, H&S, Supervisory and Administration experience is desirable. 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 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. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours and Experience. 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. 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. 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). 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 : L Hayes Email : leigh.hayes282@mod.gov.uk Recruitment team Email : DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam5@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.