Package: Competitive Salary + Benefits
Role ID: SF18221
Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we’re not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting-edge defence technology to ground-breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as a Senior Authorised Person at our Boscombe Down site, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.
The Role
As a Senior Authorised Person, you will provide support and subject matter expertise to deliver planned or requested activities in order to effectively deliver high quality operations service. You will be responsible for driving improvement and supporting a network of Site AP’s, Facility Managers and Integrated Delivery Teams with technical advice and guidance on the following High Hazard Areas:
Day-to-day, you will lead and embed operational Safe System of Work improvement programmes, identify best practise across Operations and work with teams to ensure a consistency in management and delivery approach.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Delivering high quality Operations by interpreting knowledge of policy framework Engaging with stakeholders to ensure customer and business needs are satisfied and issues are mitigate
* Resolving a wide range of complex queries and support others with the resolution of more complex issues, escalating where appropriat
* Driving technical standards, assist with site audits and technical support and maintain the appropriate levels of competence
* Championing best practice and encourage others to demonstrate appropriate leadership behaviours to promote a positive culture
Essential experience of the Senior Authorised Person:
* Sound understanding of JSP375 and appointed / responsible person processes
* Proven track record in Health & Safety and compliance
* A good working knowledge of applicable regulations and legislation
Essential qualifications for the Senior Authorised Person:
* Current SAP Certificate in either HV/LV Electrical
We value difference and we don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.
This role is 37 hours per week based at our Boscombe Down site. Hybrid working patterns are available. Travel to other QinetiQ and customer sites will be expected.
Boscombe Down
MOD Boscombe Down is a unique operational site featuring the longest military runway in the UK. Primarily focusing on providing testing, evaluation and support services for aviation and aerospace systems. Renowned for its extensive flight testing capabilities the site plays a vital role in the UK’s aviation defence contributing to the development, testing and airworthiness of military aircraft enhancing operational readiness and effectiveness.
Why Join QinetiQ?
As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there’s never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges.
As a QinetiQ employee, you’ll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines and experiences enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork, and pulling together, you’ll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture. www.qinetiq.com/en/careers/life-at-qinetiq
Our Benefits
* Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
* Generous 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 much more
* We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
* Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community
Our Recruitment Process:
We want to make sure that our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible and we aspire to bring out the best in our candidates by creating an environment where everyone feels valued, heard and supported. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your Recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.
Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting being completed, applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions, which means factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in.
Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.
UKSV National Security Vetting Solution: guidance for applicants - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)