Principal WOME Consultant

Shaping a smarter, more agile world.

You might know us for the great work we do across our wide variety of projects. We're proud to say it's thanks to our people's diversity of thought, expertise and knowledge. And when you join us, you'll be a part of this genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone's voice is valued and treated equally.

We're passionate about what we do, but we don't take ourselves too seriously. Simply put, this a great place to be. So, when it comes to your life outside of work, ask us about our flexible and remote working policies designed to help you get the most out of life. Here, our digital-enabled approach transforms outcomes for people and the environment. You'll have a myriad of projects to choose from and endless possibilities for career growth. More responsibility, acclaimed training programmes and flexible working are part of our inclusive culture of prioritising diversity, health, and happiness.

As a Principal Weapons Ordnance Munitions and Explosives (WOME) Consultant in 'Aerospace, Defence, Security and Technology' (ADS&T), you'll play a vital role in shaping your projects. Working alongside talented colleagues you'll provide technical analysis of designs, components, systems and processes and lead key presentations. Working closely with clients, you'll be trusted to develop and implement strategies to solve their most complex problems.

When it comes to living your life, we want you to get the most out of it. So, talk to us about our flexible and remote working policies that can support your personal priorities. Also, ask us about some of our recent pledges for Women's Equality (we have signed the "Women in Defence" charter), as well as being a 'Disability Confident' and 'Inclusive Employer.' These pledges include providing opportunities for everyone to succeed at all levels. We're also committed to being a Military friendly employer and have been recognised with the Ministry of Defence's Gold Employer Recognition Award.

Your purpose:

We seek Principal WOME consultants, especially those with a strong understanding of the Land, Maritime and Air Weapons Defence markets to provide guidance and direction in developing requirements, capability, safety and through-life management solutions for our clients. You will be self-motivated and enthusiastic, eager to develop your skills, experience and professional qualities. You will set direction and lead in the development of solutions, working on conventional and complex projects with the opportunity to inspire and be inspired by colleagues across the UK and the globe. Using your WOME skills, qualifications and experience, you’ll be working on stand-alone and integrated systems, ensuring that people, equipment, and the environment are protected from unnecessary harm, whilst ensuring the maintenance of the UK’s Defence capability.

The roles include:

• Leadership of conventional and complex WOME projects.
• Development of WOME Capability and Safety Management, Advisory, Technical Evaluation reports, presentations and other artefacts.
• Quality and Technical Assurance of work undertaken by project teams.
• Support to our valued clients to aid winning new and repeat work.
• Providing a vision of future needs to support the development of our WOME capability to serve our clients and expand our business.

What you can bring:

• Significant Skills, Qualifications and Experience of WOME across any, or all, of the Land, Maritime or Air domains.Proven leadership of complex projects, including the management of teams.
• Experience in, and a proven track-record of, development of WOME Engineering and Safety artefacts and an ability to develop innovative solutions in support of Defence Operations at weapon/munition, system and/or integrated platform level.
• An understanding of the application of current Defence Safety Authority (DSA) OME Regulations, related Defence Codes of Practice (DCOP) and legislative requirements.
• An understanding of the application of both general and WOME related Defence Standards, such as 00-056, 00-101, 07-085, 59-114 and 59-411, and relevant NATO Standardisation Agreements (STANAGs).
• An understanding of the application of WOME hazard/accident/risk identification, analysis and management skills and techniques (e.g. Bow-Tie); experience of developing WOME Safety Advice, Assessment and Audit Reports and Safety Cases.
• An ability to build sustainable relationships with clients and develop future business opportunities.
• Knowledge and experience of working in wider markets and the ability to sell our related discipline capabilities to internal and external clients to those markets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills commensurate with the role, including the preparation and presentation of reports to both internal and external clients.
• Chartered/Incorporated Engineer/Technical Engineer, or equivalent, or working towards it.
• Membership of UK, EU or US professional institutes (e.g. IExpE), societies/working groups, etc.

Why AtkinsRéalis?

Looking for a place where you can engineer a better future? AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, our digital-enabled approach transforms outcomes for people and the environment. You'll have a myriad of projects to choose from and endless possibilities for career growth. More responsibility, acclaimed training programmes and flexible working are part of our inclusive culture of prioritising diversity, health, and happiness.

Within ADS&T, we have signed the "Women in Defence" and "Women in Aviation and Aerospace" charters. These pledges include providing opportunities for women to succeed at all levels. We're also committed to being a Military friendly employer and have been recognised with the Ministry of Defence's (MoD) Gold Employer Recognition Award.

Security clearance:

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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