SDA Deputy Project Manager (Submarine Deep Maintenance)
UK Ministry of Defence
Date: 12 hours ago
City: Plymouth, England
Contract type: Full time
HMNB Devonport, Plymouth
Job Summary
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 out 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.
Job Description
The SDA are seeking an experienced, capable and well-motivated individual to be the Deputy Project Manager for a highly complex nuclear submarine Deep Maintenance project in a closely integrated Joint Team with key Industry Partners.
A full-time working pattern and regular in-person workplace attendance are therefore essential for information security reasons and to also maximise the project benefits realised from formal/informal face-to-face collaboration.
The position is open to UK Nationals. Travel to other UK sites will occasionally be required. There is enhanced security in some areas of the SDA which could restrict entry and/or access to information to only those persons holding UK Nationality.
Hybrid and flexible working can be considered for this position. However, given that the location of the project is at the waterfront in His Majesty’s Naval Base (HMNB) Devonport, regular workplace attendance is required for engagement with Industry Partners and for essential information access due to security constraints. In person workplace attendance is therefore expected to be minimum 60%. Candidates are encouraged to discuss options with the recruiting line manager before applying.
It should be noted that this can be a demanding role with activities that may include, but are not limited to, climbing long vertical ladders and entering confined spaces. Appropriate training will be provided.
The SDA are seeking an experienced, capable and well-motivated individual to be the Deputy Project Manager for a highly complex nuclear submarine Deep Maintenance project in a closely integrated Joint Team with key Industry Partners.
A full-time working pattern and regular in-person workplace attendance are therefore essential for information security reasons and to also maximise the project benefits realised from formal/informal face-to-face collaboration.
The position is open to UK Nationals. Travel to other UK sites will occasionally be required. There is enhanced security in some areas of the SDA which could restrict entry and/or access to information to only those persons holding UK Nationality.
Hybrid and flexible working can be considered for this position. However, given that the location of the project is at the waterfront in His Majesty’s Naval Base (HMNB) Devonport, regular workplace attendance is required for engagement with Industry Partners and for essential information access due to security constraints. In person workplace attendance is therefore expected to be minimum 60%. Candidates are encouraged to discuss options with the recruiting line manager before applying.
It should be noted that this can be a demanding role with activities that may include, but are not limited to, climbing long vertical ladders and entering confined spaces. Appropriate training will be provided.
Person specification
Your Responsibilities Will Include, But Are Not Limited To
Candidates must hold APM PMQ and have GOST self-assessment up to date, or willing to work towards their GOST applications and attend the in-house APM PMQ course and exam.
Behaviours
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:
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, Experience and Technical skills.
At Sift and Interview 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
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.
Interviews will be conducted over Microsoft Teams
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: [email protected] .
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).
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
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.
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
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: [email protected].
Job Summary
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 out 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.
Job Description
The SDA are seeking an experienced, capable and well-motivated individual to be the Deputy Project Manager for a highly complex nuclear submarine Deep Maintenance project in a closely integrated Joint Team with key Industry Partners.
A full-time working pattern and regular in-person workplace attendance are therefore essential for information security reasons and to also maximise the project benefits realised from formal/informal face-to-face collaboration.
The position is open to UK Nationals. Travel to other UK sites will occasionally be required. There is enhanced security in some areas of the SDA which could restrict entry and/or access to information to only those persons holding UK Nationality.
Hybrid and flexible working can be considered for this position. However, given that the location of the project is at the waterfront in His Majesty’s Naval Base (HMNB) Devonport, regular workplace attendance is required for engagement with Industry Partners and for essential information access due to security constraints. In person workplace attendance is therefore expected to be minimum 60%. Candidates are encouraged to discuss options with the recruiting line manager before applying.
It should be noted that this can be a demanding role with activities that may include, but are not limited to, climbing long vertical ladders and entering confined spaces. Appropriate training will be provided.
The SDA are seeking an experienced, capable and well-motivated individual to be the Deputy Project Manager for a highly complex nuclear submarine Deep Maintenance project in a closely integrated Joint Team with key Industry Partners.
A full-time working pattern and regular in-person workplace attendance are therefore essential for information security reasons and to also maximise the project benefits realised from formal/informal face-to-face collaboration.
The position is open to UK Nationals. Travel to other UK sites will occasionally be required. There is enhanced security in some areas of the SDA which could restrict entry and/or access to information to only those persons holding UK Nationality.
Hybrid and flexible working can be considered for this position. However, given that the location of the project is at the waterfront in His Majesty’s Naval Base (HMNB) Devonport, regular workplace attendance is required for engagement with Industry Partners and for essential information access due to security constraints. In person workplace attendance is therefore expected to be minimum 60%. Candidates are encouraged to discuss options with the recruiting line manager before applying.
It should be noted that this can be a demanding role with activities that may include, but are not limited to, climbing long vertical ladders and entering confined spaces. Appropriate training will be provided.
Person specification
Your Responsibilities Will Include, But Are Not Limited To
- Leading, managing and developing multi-disciplinary teams.
- Delivering project requirements within the assigned performance/cost/time envelope.
- Sustaining and leveraging value through the monitoring and management of contract performance against commitments and ensure MOD obligations under the contract are met.
- Ensuring the most cost-effective and efficient means of project delivery, whilst proactively mitigating risk and leveraging opportunities.
- Gaining required MOD Investment Approvals to commit funding to contract.
- Preserving adherence to MOD in-year financial management and longer-term budgetary procedures.
- Supporting an open, honest, no blame culture. Actively highlighting failures and shortfalls positively, drawing out and sharing key Learning From Experience and formulating required mitigation's.
- Embedding, and adhering to, all governance and policy requirements as well as enabling the required compliance activities throughout the team.
- Leading the construction of the Performance Measurement Baseline for the project alongside Project Controls specialists.
- Proactively support career management and the wider development of the other PMs both within the team and beyond.
- Experience of leading and managing a team delivering simple projects (i.e. limited degree of complexity).
- Ability to interpret and challenge data.
- Experience of working with internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong team working skills and a collaborative approach.
- Experience of delivering projects within the submarine/warship maintenance environment.
Candidates must hold APM PMQ and have GOST self-assessment up to date, or willing to work towards their GOST applications and attend the in-house APM PMQ course and exam.
Behaviours
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
- Making Effective Decisions
- Working Together
We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:
- Controlling a Project - Practitioner
- Industrial Leadership - Supervised Practioner
- 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%
- 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/.
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, Experience and Technical skills.
At Sift and Interview 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
- Making Effective Decisions
- Working Together
- Controlling a Project - Practitioner
- Industrial Leadership – Supervised Practitioner
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.
Interviews will be conducted over Microsoft Teams
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: [email protected] .
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).
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
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.
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 : Simon Waters
- Email : [email protected]
- Email : [email protected]
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: [email protected].
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