The Submarine Delivery Agency (SDA) is a part of the Ministry of Defence responsible for the procurement, in-service support, and disposal of the UK's nuclear submarines. Our work is of unparalleled strategic importance nationally and internationally, ensuring the security of the UK's continuous at-sea nuclear deterrent (CASD), and delivering some of the most technically complex programmes in defence. At least one of four nuclear-armed submarines, supported by smaller attack submarines, is on patrol at all times: 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
At the SDA, we strive to Support, Deliver and Aspire and put our values at the heart of our recruitment process. We believe that everyone should feel comfortable to be themselves and be supported to do their best work. As part of a diverse and inclusive workforce, our team will find a community to belong to. We believe that, by celebrating different backgrounds and different perspectives, together we'll achieve the extraordinary.
This position is advertised at 37 hours per week., Do you have a keen eye for detail? Do you have skills in the management of data? If so, we have a great entry level opportunity to join the Submarine Delivery Agency (SDA) within the Supply Chain Team. You will be an enthusiastic and motivated individual, who through working under supervision, together with tailored training and on the job learning, will develop skills for a Supply Chain Administrator role primarily engaged in transactional activities. You will be contributing to the delivery and supporting of the supply chain processes. It is a varied role that requires accurate and on-time delivery of item data management and will include effectively utilising various Logistics Information Systems. You will ensure that a high-quality service is delivered, demonstrated through your ability to collaborate with others, provide suggestions for resolution to problems, and to deliver a range of time-sensitive outputs that support your customers.
Please note that these roles are based in our offices within HMNB Devonport, Plymouth, and in-office attendance will be expected as required.
Due to the security requirements of the positions, they are reserved for UK nationals only
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
+ Monitor supply chain activities within HMNB Devonport to ensure compliance with the Defence Logistics Framework (DLF) and on other supply chain regulations
+ Interrogate Logistics Information Systems (IS) to provide supply chain data on request
+ Work closely with Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S) and SDA Supply Chain Managers on all matters related to Inventory.
+ Engage with internal and external stakeholders as required on matters related to stores availability to customers
Hybrid and flexible working can be considered for this post but will need regular workplace attendance due to security constraints. Candidates are encouraged to discuss options with the recruiting line manager before submitting an application.
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At Sift, you will be assessed on your;
Personal Statement- which should be a maximum of 1000 words that sets out your motivation for applying and shows how your skills and experience meet the essential / desirable requirements for the role.
Behaviours:
+ Delivering at Pace
+ Communicating and Influencing
Technical:
+ Service Delivery Management - Awareness
+ Stakeholder Management - Awareness
At Interview, you will be assessed on;
Personal Statement/ Experience - The panel will ask questions about your personal statement. Exploring your Past Experiences, Key Achievements or Qualifications.
Behaviours:
+ Delivering at Pace
+ Communicating and Influencing
Technical:
+ Service Delivery Management - Awareness
+ Stakeholder Management - Awareness
Interviews will be conducted over Microsoft Teams.
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.
As a result of the changes to the UK immigration rules which came into 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.
The role currently being advertised has not been assessed as business critical and 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 mitigation's can be put in place to manage any potential, perceived or actual conflicts of interest from the first day of employment.
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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).
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+ Experience of stakeholder engagement
+ Experience in delivering customer service
+ Experience of working collaboratively in teams
+ Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word,
Excel and Teams)
+ Demonstrable communication skills, both verbal and written
Essential:
+ Level 3 qualification, or equivalent knowledge, skills or experience
Desirable Criteria:
+ Experience in managing a budget
+ Knowledge of MOD logistic policies and procedures, We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
+ Delivering at Pace
+ Communicating and Influencing
Technical skills
We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:
+ Service Delivery Management - Awareness
+ Stakeholder Communication - Awareness
Alongside your salary of £27,500, Ministry of Defence contributes £7,966 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.
Discover My Benefits:
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+ Learning and development tailored to your role
+ An environment with flexible working options
+ A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
+ A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%
This post does not offer any assistance with Relocation Allowances.
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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