HMNB Devonport, Plymouth, PL2 2BG
Job Summary
An exciting opportunity to join the Devonport Naval Base (NB) CIS Infrastructure Operations Team as Infrastructure Delivery Officer (IDO) 1. The successful candidate will be organised, possessing the drive to develop compliant Telecoms physical infrastructure service across the NB to support capabilities present and future. You will have expertise in network structured cabling infrastructure, design, installation, maintenance of copper and fibre networks. Demonstrating planning skills ensuring efficient project execution adhering to MoD, Industry standards, best practises.
Working alongside project managers, requiring excellent stakeholder engagement, communication skills capable of translating technical capability into customer requirements. Reporting to CIS Infrastructure Operations Manager (IOM).
Operating as CIS Intelligent Customer (IC), collaborating with Industry Partners (IPs) and other stakeholders to provide compliant solution. You will be responsible for technical delivery against JSP453 Defence Information & Communication Technology Installation Standard and equivalent British Standards, supporting the CIS Operational Support Officer (OSO) and Project Management Office (PMO) functions with network enquires, planning the network capability for the NB.
The successful candidate will be able to identify service improvements, have the confidence to set and manage user expectations, hold IPs to account in accordance with Defence Service Level Agreements, Key Performance Indicators, in pursuit of Value For Money and high availability for CIS infrastructure and services operating across the NB.
HMNB Devonport has evolved into one of the largest bases in Western Europe, a key Defence asset as a main operating and support base for the Royal Navy (RN). The unique opportunities offered within are varied, challenging and exciting in supporting the RN to generate and operate forces world-wide for today, ensuring that we are ready for tomorrow by developing and delivering the Naval Service of the future.
The NB provides an open, flexible, supportive work environment with Civil Servants (CS) and Armed Forces personnel working together across a wealth of interesting and challenging roles in a variety of disciplines: finance, legal services, personnel and HR, strategic and project planning, contract management, engineering, digital and media services.
The NB site consists of HMNB (Devonport) (MOD owned) and Devonport Royal Dockyard Limited (DRDL) (Babcock owned). By its nature, the site is a highly complex environment where a myriad of strategic demands, commercial, financial arrangements combine to deliver Defence outputs. Key to supporting the NB deliver best for Defence outputs is CIS, which is far and wide-reaching across the NB.
Position is advertised at 37 hours per week.
Job Description
Sustaining, upgrading and exploiting current CIS infrastructure in support of NB outputs, in coordination with Defence Digital (DD) and Navy Digital (ND).
Executing CIS infrastructure delivery across the MOD estate at HMNB Devonport and HMS Drake, working collaboratively and in partnership with key stakeholders to maintain collegiate networks and relationships to successfully deliver CIS service and infrastructure changes.
Interfacing with the HMNB Devonport DD Customer Manager & Site Coordinating Installation Design Authority (SCIDA) to assist the CIS Project Management Office (PMO) with technical planning, prioritising and deconflicting of project work against NB output. Ensuring that existing and new structured cabling infrastructure is used efficiently, complies to MOD standards (JSP453 Part 4 – Defence ICT Installation Standard) for CIS, information security, design, compliance and safety and does not compromise Nuclear and Non-Nuclear safety.
Assisting with setting and maintaining the CIS programme vision, strategy and roadmap of to enable delivery of a critical CIS infrastructure regeneration programme and investment to bring the CIS structured cabling capability back to a level commensurate with that necessary to effectively support operational output across the Devonport site.
Undertake infrastructure delivery, design and architecture related structured cabling activities involving regular interfacing with the CIS PMO team to ensure successful delivery throughout all stages of the project lifecycle.
Ensuring security, safety resilience and coherent working practices across the Devonport site by engaging key CIS IP’s and their contractors.
Representing the NB Commander (NBC) and CIS for all CIS related issues, establishing an effective relationship with all key stakeholders, specifically with DD and ND and their subcontractors.
Raising, identifying and mitigating CIS network risks across the Devonport Site as agreed with the CIS IOM.
Ratifying user requirements and producing high-level solution options with a recommended course of action to enable informed decision making.
Ensuring that all CIS Infrastructure Operations delivery aligns with the associated CIS programme vision, strategy and roadmap (unless explicitly agreed as an exception / tactical measure).
Sustaining, upgrading and exploiting current CIS infrastructure in support of NB outputs, in coordination with Defence Digital (DD) and Navy Digital (ND).
Executing CIS infrastructure delivery across the MOD estate at HMNB Devonport and HMS Drake, working collaboratively and in partnership with key stakeholders to maintain collegiate networks and relationships to successfully deliver CIS service and infrastructure changes.
Interfacing with the HMNB Devonport DD Customer Manager & Site Coordinating Installation Design Authority (SCIDA) to assist the CIS Project Management Office (PMO) with technical planning, prioritising and deconflicting of project work against NB output. Ensuring that existing and new structured cabling infrastructure is used efficiently, complies to MOD standards (JSP453 Part 4 – Defence ICT Installation Standard) for CIS, information security, design, compliance and safety and does not compromise Nuclear and Non-Nuclear safety.
Assisting with setting and maintaining the CIS programme vision, strategy and roadmap of to enable delivery of a critical CIS infrastructure regeneration programme and investment to bring the CIS structured cabling capability back to a level commensurate with that necessary to effectively support operational output across the Devonport site.
Undertake infrastructure delivery, design and architecture related structured cabling activities involving regular interfacing with the CIS PMO team to ensure successful delivery throughout all stages of the project lifecycle.
Ensuring security, safety resilience and coherent working practices across the Devonport site by engaging key CIS IP’s and their contractors.
Representing the NB Commander (NBC) and CIS for all CIS related issues, establishing an effective relationship with all key stakeholders, specifically with DD and ND and their subcontractors.
Raising, identifying and mitigating CIS network risks across the Devonport Site as agreed with the CIS IOM.
Ratifying user requirements and producing high-level solution options with a recommended course of action to enable informed decision making.
Ensuring that all CIS Infrastructure Operations delivery aligns with the associated CIS programme vision, strategy and roadmap (unless explicitly agreed as an exception / tactical measure).
Person specification
Highly skilled professional with a strong background in structured IT cabling, digital systems and meticulous planning. The ideal candidate will possess in-depth knowledge and experience of designing, implementing and maintaining IT structured cabling infrastructures to support critical IT networks. A keen eye for detail and an analytical mindset will be vital in delivering robust, future-proof solutions.
Collaboration is at the heart of this role and the successful candidate will demonstrate a ‘One Team’ mindset, working seamlessly with colleagues across various disciplines. Thriving in a team-oriented environment and contributing actively to collective success. The role will require fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture that encourages innovation and knowledge sharing.
Excel in stakeholder engagement, showcasing exceptional communication skills to manage relationships effectively with clients, suppliers and internal teams. They should be able to translate complex technical concepts into accessible information for diverse audiences and align project goals with stakeholder expectations.
Qualifications
Minimum UK Regulated Qualification Framework Level 4 qualification (or equivalent) in CIS/ICT/IT/Engineering, Project Management, or Level 3 qualification with experience in a similar field. Candidates with extensive related experience and a minimum Level 2 will also be considered at the discretion of the recruiting manager.
Behaviours
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
* Communicating and Influencing
* Changing and Improving
* Working Together
We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form:
* Communicating and Influencing
Technical skills
We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:
* P3M07 - Requirements Management
* P3M08 - Solutions Development
* P3M12 – Risk, Opportunity Management
We only ask for evidence of these technical skills on your application form:
* P3M07 - Requirements Management
* P3M08 - Solutions Development
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.
* 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.
* An environment with flexible working options.
* Learning and development tailored to your role.
* A unique and modern working environment based in the UK's Ocean City on the stunning south-west coast in Devon.
* On site facilities include coffee shops, gym, swimming pool and wider recreational, leisure and sporting opportunities, a children’s nursery, and a variety of dining facilities.
* Discounts on a range of goods and services, from insurance and mobile phone bills to days out and retail.
* Recognition and reward schemes.
* Excellent annual leave and maternity/paternity allowances. Annual leave of 25 days; rising 1 day per year to 30 days upon completion of 5 years. Ability to roll over up to 10 days annual leave per year. Special paid leave for volunteering (up to 6 days per year).
* A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity.
* A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%.
* Discover more Ministry of Defence (MoD) Civilian benefits at Civilian Discover My Benefits.
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.
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Selection process details
This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills.
At sift, you will be assessed against the following Success Profiles:
* CV (details to include job history; qualification details and previous skills and experience)
* Personal Statement (Candidates will be required to provide a statement of suitability - max 250 words)
* Behaviour: Communicating and Influencing
* Technical Skill: P3M07 - Requirements Management & P3M08 - Solutions Development
At interview, you will be assessed against the following Success Profiles:
* Behaviour: Working Together & Changing and Improving
* Technical Skill:P3M12 – Risk, Opportunity Management
Further Information
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.
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, Experience and Technical skills.
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).
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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
Open to UK nationals only.
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.
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Contact point for applicants
Job Contact
* Name : Chris Fazakerley
* Email : chris.fazakerley100@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. #J-18808-Ljbffr