Role Summary
Be at the forefront of ICT improvements and transformation within the Fire & Rescue Service (AF&RS). We are seeking a visionary leader to shape our future ICT and digital strategy, make further improvements to our infrastructure and ensure our ICT systems are resilient, reliable, and accessible to all staff 24/7.
This is a new role leading the development of an integrated ICT strategy and technology roadmap and overseeing the delivery of technology initiatives. This business-critical position will require you to work effectively with key stakeholders to create and implement an ICT strategy which aligns with our organisational goals and ambitions, ensures the integration and enhancement of our systems and improved user experience.
This role will require an ambitious, forward-thinking individual who has the technical knowledge, drive and passion to make a big difference. You will have a unique opportunity to make the role your own and bring your experience, ideas, influencing skills and technical expertise to our organisation. With challenging budgets, a creative and innovative approach is key, as is the exploration of potential funding sources.
Some of the things you’ll be doing
Strategic Leadership : Drive continuous improvement, culture change, and effective performance management. Act as the advocate for AF&RS’s digital vision, engaging leadership and representing AF&RS in local and national digital forums.
Expert Consultation : Offer expert guidance on ICT matters to senior stakeholders and the Fire Authority, enabling discussions on modern ICT and digital technology.
System Management : Ensure the efficiency, reliability, security, and cost-effectiveness of ICT systems and technology. Oversee external IT helpdesk providers and business continuity plans.
Infrastructure Enhancement : Drive continual improvements to the ICT infrastructure to ensure a solid foundation and enhanced user experience. Collaborate with stakeholders to define and implement improvements, presenting robust business cases for investment.
Digital Horizon-Scanning : Stay updated on digital developments and evaluate new technologies potential benefits, risks, and affordability aligned with the ICT strategy.
Strategy Development : Lead the creation and implementation of AF&RS’s cohesive ICT and Digital Strategy, fostering innovative and integrated improvements.
Project Oversight : Oversee the successful delivery of all ICT, digital, and systems projects. Establish governance structures, aligning with the ICT strategy and legal compliance.
Change Management : Implement efficient change processes, improving service quality and business continuity while minimising disruption.
Risk Management: Proactively assess and monitor ICT-related risks across AF&RS, implementing effective controls and mitigations.
Resource Optimisation : Develop an appropriate ICT organisational structure, optimising internal and external resources to ensure delivery and an integrated approach.
Team Leadership : Provide training and mentoring to internal ICT staff, fostering a responsive and agile cross-functional team.
Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with stakeholders across AF&RS, building strong internal networks to maximise technology benefits.
Policy Implementation : Develop and implement up-to-date ICT policies ensuring robust controls across AF&RS. Liaise with internal data protection teams, ensuring ICT developments are compliant with relevant information legislation. Act as the Deputy Senior Risk Owner ensuring high-quality governance standards and compliance.
Training Alignment : Identify and evaluate ICT training aligned with the ICT strategy and budget requirements.
Budget Management : Manage ICT budgets aligned with the ICT strategy, forecasting and reviewing budgetary arrangements and exploring potential funding opportunities.
What we’ll need from you:
Essential:
Proven experience in senior ICT leadership role, driving digital transformation and strategy (ideally within the emergency services or public sector – but not essential).
Demonstrable experience in design, sourcing, transition, delivery and implementation of new technology and data capabilities.
Excellent up-to-date technical knowledge of ICT and the technology landscape.
Extensive knowledge of digital, data and technology regulations and best practice methodologies (e.g. ITIL, ISO) and performance benchmarking. You will also maintain up-to-date technical knowledge of ICT and the technology landscape.
Significant experience of leading and managing high performing teams (via direct or matrix management).
Proven experience of strategic service planning, business processes, developing, leading, and implementing IT/ICT strategies and change programs.
Experience of successfully managing high quality business-as-usual (BAU) ICT, while also inspiring, leading, and driving innovative solutions.
Proven experience of proactively managing business continuity and cyber security arrangements.
Significant experience of dealing with vendors and third parties including experience of procuring, negotiating, and robustly managing business-critical service contractors.
Degree level education, or equivalent, in business, computer science or a related field of study, or proven relevant business experience.
Professional ICT qualifications (such as ITIL or accredited status such as Chartered IT Professional CITP), or equivalent through a combination of proven relevant training, experience and evidenced continuing professional development.
Highly effective communication and influencing skills across the full breadth of written, verbal, presentation, and digital media. You will be able to engage, advise and explain technical matters in a non-technical way.
Adaptable, inclusive, and values-based leadership and people management skills.
Relationship building and collaboration skills with the ability to influence strategic thinking and approaches to complex service issues.
Strong analytical, research, numerical and decision-making skills, to deal with complex service delivery.
Ability to manage and prioritise high workloads, with pressing and conflicting deadlines.
Desirable:
Comprehensive budget-creation and budget-management experience including identifying and evaluating opportunities, negotiation, and delivering efficiencies.
Experience of working in a climate of transformation and/or continuous improvement and supporting others in uncertain times.
Experience of working for an emergency service or local authority.
Experience of Information and Data Governance and/or of being a Senior Risk Information Officer (SIRO) or Deputy SIRO.
Experience of portfolio and project management methodologies and tailoring these for significant ICT projects and organisational context.
Proven ICT risk management experience.
High level of political awareness and acuity to interact with senior stakeholders and elected Members.
Foundation or Practitioner level qualification in programme or project management.
What you can expect in return
27 days annual holiday (plus public holidays) rising to 31 days after 5 years, and 32 after 10 years of service
Local Government Pension - Defined Benefit Scheme
Flexible and hybrid working
Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
Cycle to Work scheme
Welfare and Wellbeing services
Staff Engagement Groups
Access to a Medical Intervention Scheme which can support staff to access private medical assessments and treatments
Access to Blue Light card with offers online and high street discounts
Use of the multi-gym, sports hall, restaurant, free parking, and beautiful open surroundings at our Headquarters in Portishead
Please note - as this post is based at our Headquarters which we share with Avon & Somerset Police, the successful applicant will be required to undergo a security clearance check & DBS check.
Further Information
If you would like to have an informal conversation with the hiring manager for this role please contact recruitment@avonfire.gov.uk to request this.
How to apply: The full job description can be found on our careers pages: Head of ICT | Yes You Can! The Avon Fire & Rescue Service Job . Once you have read the job description please submit a tailored CV demonstrating how your skills and experience match the requirements of the role.
Late applications will not be accepted. Please quote job reference number 1023 [JD number] on any communications. Thank you.
Avon Fire & Rescue Service is committed to securing equality of opportunity. W e welcome applications from all members of our community who are currently under-represented at Avon Fire & Rescue Service, particularly women, Disabled people and members of ethnic minority communities.
Dec 20, 2023
Full time
Role Summary
Be at the forefront of ICT improvements and transformation within the Fire & Rescue Service (AF&RS). We are seeking a visionary leader to shape our future ICT and digital strategy, make further improvements to our infrastructure and ensure our ICT systems are resilient, reliable, and accessible to all staff 24/7.
This is a new role leading the development of an integrated ICT strategy and technology roadmap and overseeing the delivery of technology initiatives. This business-critical position will require you to work effectively with key stakeholders to create and implement an ICT strategy which aligns with our organisational goals and ambitions, ensures the integration and enhancement of our systems and improved user experience.
This role will require an ambitious, forward-thinking individual who has the technical knowledge, drive and passion to make a big difference. You will have a unique opportunity to make the role your own and bring your experience, ideas, influencing skills and technical expertise to our organisation. With challenging budgets, a creative and innovative approach is key, as is the exploration of potential funding sources.
Some of the things you’ll be doing
Strategic Leadership : Drive continuous improvement, culture change, and effective performance management. Act as the advocate for AF&RS’s digital vision, engaging leadership and representing AF&RS in local and national digital forums.
Expert Consultation : Offer expert guidance on ICT matters to senior stakeholders and the Fire Authority, enabling discussions on modern ICT and digital technology.
System Management : Ensure the efficiency, reliability, security, and cost-effectiveness of ICT systems and technology. Oversee external IT helpdesk providers and business continuity plans.
Infrastructure Enhancement : Drive continual improvements to the ICT infrastructure to ensure a solid foundation and enhanced user experience. Collaborate with stakeholders to define and implement improvements, presenting robust business cases for investment.
Digital Horizon-Scanning : Stay updated on digital developments and evaluate new technologies potential benefits, risks, and affordability aligned with the ICT strategy.
Strategy Development : Lead the creation and implementation of AF&RS’s cohesive ICT and Digital Strategy, fostering innovative and integrated improvements.
Project Oversight : Oversee the successful delivery of all ICT, digital, and systems projects. Establish governance structures, aligning with the ICT strategy and legal compliance.
Change Management : Implement efficient change processes, improving service quality and business continuity while minimising disruption.
Risk Management: Proactively assess and monitor ICT-related risks across AF&RS, implementing effective controls and mitigations.
Resource Optimisation : Develop an appropriate ICT organisational structure, optimising internal and external resources to ensure delivery and an integrated approach.
Team Leadership : Provide training and mentoring to internal ICT staff, fostering a responsive and agile cross-functional team.
Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with stakeholders across AF&RS, building strong internal networks to maximise technology benefits.
Policy Implementation : Develop and implement up-to-date ICT policies ensuring robust controls across AF&RS. Liaise with internal data protection teams, ensuring ICT developments are compliant with relevant information legislation. Act as the Deputy Senior Risk Owner ensuring high-quality governance standards and compliance.
Training Alignment : Identify and evaluate ICT training aligned with the ICT strategy and budget requirements.
Budget Management : Manage ICT budgets aligned with the ICT strategy, forecasting and reviewing budgetary arrangements and exploring potential funding opportunities.
What we’ll need from you:
Essential:
Proven experience in senior ICT leadership role, driving digital transformation and strategy (ideally within the emergency services or public sector – but not essential).
Demonstrable experience in design, sourcing, transition, delivery and implementation of new technology and data capabilities.
Excellent up-to-date technical knowledge of ICT and the technology landscape.
Extensive knowledge of digital, data and technology regulations and best practice methodologies (e.g. ITIL, ISO) and performance benchmarking. You will also maintain up-to-date technical knowledge of ICT and the technology landscape.
Significant experience of leading and managing high performing teams (via direct or matrix management).
Proven experience of strategic service planning, business processes, developing, leading, and implementing IT/ICT strategies and change programs.
Experience of successfully managing high quality business-as-usual (BAU) ICT, while also inspiring, leading, and driving innovative solutions.
Proven experience of proactively managing business continuity and cyber security arrangements.
Significant experience of dealing with vendors and third parties including experience of procuring, negotiating, and robustly managing business-critical service contractors.
Degree level education, or equivalent, in business, computer science or a related field of study, or proven relevant business experience.
Professional ICT qualifications (such as ITIL or accredited status such as Chartered IT Professional CITP), or equivalent through a combination of proven relevant training, experience and evidenced continuing professional development.
Highly effective communication and influencing skills across the full breadth of written, verbal, presentation, and digital media. You will be able to engage, advise and explain technical matters in a non-technical way.
Adaptable, inclusive, and values-based leadership and people management skills.
Relationship building and collaboration skills with the ability to influence strategic thinking and approaches to complex service issues.
Strong analytical, research, numerical and decision-making skills, to deal with complex service delivery.
Ability to manage and prioritise high workloads, with pressing and conflicting deadlines.
Desirable:
Comprehensive budget-creation and budget-management experience including identifying and evaluating opportunities, negotiation, and delivering efficiencies.
Experience of working in a climate of transformation and/or continuous improvement and supporting others in uncertain times.
Experience of working for an emergency service or local authority.
Experience of Information and Data Governance and/or of being a Senior Risk Information Officer (SIRO) or Deputy SIRO.
Experience of portfolio and project management methodologies and tailoring these for significant ICT projects and organisational context.
Proven ICT risk management experience.
High level of political awareness and acuity to interact with senior stakeholders and elected Members.
Foundation or Practitioner level qualification in programme or project management.
What you can expect in return
27 days annual holiday (plus public holidays) rising to 31 days after 5 years, and 32 after 10 years of service
Local Government Pension - Defined Benefit Scheme
Flexible and hybrid working
Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
Cycle to Work scheme
Welfare and Wellbeing services
Staff Engagement Groups
Access to a Medical Intervention Scheme which can support staff to access private medical assessments and treatments
Access to Blue Light card with offers online and high street discounts
Use of the multi-gym, sports hall, restaurant, free parking, and beautiful open surroundings at our Headquarters in Portishead
Please note - as this post is based at our Headquarters which we share with Avon & Somerset Police, the successful applicant will be required to undergo a security clearance check & DBS check.
Further Information
If you would like to have an informal conversation with the hiring manager for this role please contact recruitment@avonfire.gov.uk to request this.
How to apply: The full job description can be found on our careers pages: Head of ICT | Yes You Can! The Avon Fire & Rescue Service Job . Once you have read the job description please submit a tailored CV demonstrating how your skills and experience match the requirements of the role.
Late applications will not be accepted. Please quote job reference number 1023 [JD number] on any communications. Thank you.
Avon Fire & Rescue Service is committed to securing equality of opportunity. W e welcome applications from all members of our community who are currently under-represented at Avon Fire & Rescue Service, particularly women, Disabled people and members of ethnic minority communities.
Job Description for Business Analyst:
There’s never been a more exciting time to be part of the nuclear sector. New opportunities are being created all the time. At NNL, you’ll be in the ideal place to capitalise on this momentum, face new challenges and develop a long, successful and meaningful career.
We’re an organisation that’s here to experiment and push the limits of what’s possible. So, if you’re keen to excel in your chosen field, this is the place to do it. Because at NNL, anything is possible.
The Technical Business Analysts (TBA) will act as an intermediary between the business and technical delivery teams. Working with Business Engagement Partners, IT project teams and business clients, the TBA will collect, clarify, and translate requirements into requirements definition and conceptual design (using appropriate tools and techniques) from which applications and solutions are developed.
The TBA may also provide project management for small technical projects and work packages.
Main Responsibilities for Business Analyst:
Develop a thorough understanding of the current IT solutions and work with key stakeholders in the business to identify new requirements or opportunities for improvement.
Produce requirements for complex software development, architecture, infrastructure and integration projects in a highly secure environment.
Elicit, document and manage requirements using appropriate tools and techniques, interviews, workshops, surveys, site visits, business process mapping, through full project lifecycle.
Work with IT Business Engagement Partners and key stakeholders to develop business cases to support proposed solutions.
Analyse project proposals alongside solution architects and project managers to determine time frame, budget, risk and the appropriate process for accomplishing projects.
Support the creation, and maintenance, of standard project artefacts, such as project initiation documentation, project plans, and risk and stakeholder’s matrices.
Support the production and delivery of Invitation to Tenders on projects, including the evaluation criteria, scoring and subsequent assessment.
Analyse, document and test (as required) program development, logic, process flows and specifications.
Coordinate and conduct user acceptance testing.
Document user guides to describe application installation and operating procedures.
Assist in the coordination of project resources, when necessary, to ensure that projects are delivered to time, cost and quality.
Essential Criteria for Business Analyst:
Develop a thorough understanding of the current IT solutions and work with key stakeholders in the business to identify new requirements or opportunities for improvement.
Produce requirements for complex software development, architecture, infrastructure and integration projects in a highly secure environment.
Elicit, document and manage requirements using appropriate tools and techniques, interviews, workshops, surveys, site visits, business process mapping, through full project lifecycle.
Work with IT Business Engagement Partners and key stakeholders to develop business cases to support proposed solutions.
Analyse project proposals alongside solution architects and project managers to determine time frame, budget, risk and the appropriate process for accomplishing projects.
Support the creation, and maintenance, of standard project artefacts, such as project initiation documentation, project plans, and risk and stakeholder’s matrices.
Support the production and delivery of Invitation to Tenders on projects, including the evaluation criteria, scoring and subsequent assessment.
Analyse, document and test (as required) program development, logic, process flows and specifications.
Coordinate and conduct user acceptance testing.
Document user guides to describe application installation and operating procedures.
Assist in the coordination of project resources, when necessary, to ensure that projects are delivered to time, cost and quality.
Ability to obtain SC level security clearance (this includes but is not limited to identity, employment, financial and criminal record checks plus 5 years’ worth of UK residency).
Desirable Criteria for Business Analyst:
Experience of working with both business and IT projects within a secure environment.
Willingness to travel to other UK locations and a full UK Driving license.
Comfortable in managing small projects, if required.
About The Company
Grounded in robust science and decades of experience, National Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) is the authoritative voice in the UK and beyond for technological development within the nuclear power sector.
Our unparalleled understanding of the science, challenges and opportunities makes us an unrivalled authority and partner in the field, providing experts, technologies, and access to cutting-edge facilities to organisations around the world.
Harnessing potential technologies and translating them into to industry-ready solutions means our pioneering approach spearheads international improvement and technological progress.
We work on projects as small as drilling a hole to analyse underground wastes with our integrated micro drilling technology, or as large as developing state-of-the-art power systems for spacecraft, based on radioactive materials
NNL has a vision for Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity (ED&I) where NNL aims to be an inclusive workplace that attracts diverse talent through transparent and equal policies and procedures. We want you and the diverse mix of people that we employ, customers that we service and stakeholders that we influence to feel valued. We encourage a workplace culture where everyone can thrive with a sense of belonging.
Recruitment Agency Notice
We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List (PSL) for the provision of recruitment services. Only agencies on our PSL may provide CVs and only when the role is released to them by our recruitment team. We will not accept unsolicited CVs from suppliers not currently on our PSL. We explicitly reserve the right to add candidate details from unsolicited CVs from non-PSL agencies into our own candidate database and to pursue/hire such candidate(s) without any obligation, financial or otherwise, to the agency concerned.
Aug 19, 2022
Full time
Job Description for Business Analyst:
There’s never been a more exciting time to be part of the nuclear sector. New opportunities are being created all the time. At NNL, you’ll be in the ideal place to capitalise on this momentum, face new challenges and develop a long, successful and meaningful career.
We’re an organisation that’s here to experiment and push the limits of what’s possible. So, if you’re keen to excel in your chosen field, this is the place to do it. Because at NNL, anything is possible.
The Technical Business Analysts (TBA) will act as an intermediary between the business and technical delivery teams. Working with Business Engagement Partners, IT project teams and business clients, the TBA will collect, clarify, and translate requirements into requirements definition and conceptual design (using appropriate tools and techniques) from which applications and solutions are developed.
The TBA may also provide project management for small technical projects and work packages.
Main Responsibilities for Business Analyst:
Develop a thorough understanding of the current IT solutions and work with key stakeholders in the business to identify new requirements or opportunities for improvement.
Produce requirements for complex software development, architecture, infrastructure and integration projects in a highly secure environment.
Elicit, document and manage requirements using appropriate tools and techniques, interviews, workshops, surveys, site visits, business process mapping, through full project lifecycle.
Work with IT Business Engagement Partners and key stakeholders to develop business cases to support proposed solutions.
Analyse project proposals alongside solution architects and project managers to determine time frame, budget, risk and the appropriate process for accomplishing projects.
Support the creation, and maintenance, of standard project artefacts, such as project initiation documentation, project plans, and risk and stakeholder’s matrices.
Support the production and delivery of Invitation to Tenders on projects, including the evaluation criteria, scoring and subsequent assessment.
Analyse, document and test (as required) program development, logic, process flows and specifications.
Coordinate and conduct user acceptance testing.
Document user guides to describe application installation and operating procedures.
Assist in the coordination of project resources, when necessary, to ensure that projects are delivered to time, cost and quality.
Essential Criteria for Business Analyst:
Develop a thorough understanding of the current IT solutions and work with key stakeholders in the business to identify new requirements or opportunities for improvement.
Produce requirements for complex software development, architecture, infrastructure and integration projects in a highly secure environment.
Elicit, document and manage requirements using appropriate tools and techniques, interviews, workshops, surveys, site visits, business process mapping, through full project lifecycle.
Work with IT Business Engagement Partners and key stakeholders to develop business cases to support proposed solutions.
Analyse project proposals alongside solution architects and project managers to determine time frame, budget, risk and the appropriate process for accomplishing projects.
Support the creation, and maintenance, of standard project artefacts, such as project initiation documentation, project plans, and risk and stakeholder’s matrices.
Support the production and delivery of Invitation to Tenders on projects, including the evaluation criteria, scoring and subsequent assessment.
Analyse, document and test (as required) program development, logic, process flows and specifications.
Coordinate and conduct user acceptance testing.
Document user guides to describe application installation and operating procedures.
Assist in the coordination of project resources, when necessary, to ensure that projects are delivered to time, cost and quality.
Ability to obtain SC level security clearance (this includes but is not limited to identity, employment, financial and criminal record checks plus 5 years’ worth of UK residency).
Desirable Criteria for Business Analyst:
Experience of working with both business and IT projects within a secure environment.
Willingness to travel to other UK locations and a full UK Driving license.
Comfortable in managing small projects, if required.
About The Company
Grounded in robust science and decades of experience, National Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) is the authoritative voice in the UK and beyond for technological development within the nuclear power sector.
Our unparalleled understanding of the science, challenges and opportunities makes us an unrivalled authority and partner in the field, providing experts, technologies, and access to cutting-edge facilities to organisations around the world.
Harnessing potential technologies and translating them into to industry-ready solutions means our pioneering approach spearheads international improvement and technological progress.
We work on projects as small as drilling a hole to analyse underground wastes with our integrated micro drilling technology, or as large as developing state-of-the-art power systems for spacecraft, based on radioactive materials
NNL has a vision for Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity (ED&I) where NNL aims to be an inclusive workplace that attracts diverse talent through transparent and equal policies and procedures. We want you and the diverse mix of people that we employ, customers that we service and stakeholders that we influence to feel valued. We encourage a workplace culture where everyone can thrive with a sense of belonging.
Recruitment Agency Notice
We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List (PSL) for the provision of recruitment services. Only agencies on our PSL may provide CVs and only when the role is released to them by our recruitment team. We will not accept unsolicited CVs from suppliers not currently on our PSL. We explicitly reserve the right to add candidate details from unsolicited CVs from non-PSL agencies into our own candidate database and to pursue/hire such candidate(s) without any obligation, financial or otherwise, to the agency concerned.
Palantir Foundry Consultant - Contract - 6 months+ I have a great contract opportunity for a strong Palantir Foundry Consultant. My London based client is looking for someone with excellent experience working with Palantir Foundry. An ideal candidate will also have strong experience with Palantir Foundry's Pipeline Builder, Creating reusable modules to enhance functionality. To qualify for this role you must have at least two years of experience with Palantir Foundry. Location : Remote. Length : 6 months with strong view to extend IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Rate : (Apply online only) per day. Required experience will include: Palintir Foundry experience - Foundries pipeline building tool and ontology manager. You would need experience in developing and preparing Foundry technical materials including platform demos for external clients. Strong Python Programming skills alongside Pyspark and SQL. Experience working in a Data Science/ Data Analyst capacity. ETL/ELT Pipleining experience. Consultancy Experience Nice to haves: Active SC or DV Clearance is a bonus If you are interested in this Palantir Foundry Consultant role please apply with your most recent CV. Alternatively email me on Jordan co . uk Palantir Foundry Consultant - Contract - 6 months+ Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Mar 28, 2024
Contractor
Palantir Foundry Consultant - Contract - 6 months+ I have a great contract opportunity for a strong Palantir Foundry Consultant. My London based client is looking for someone with excellent experience working with Palantir Foundry. An ideal candidate will also have strong experience with Palantir Foundry's Pipeline Builder, Creating reusable modules to enhance functionality. To qualify for this role you must have at least two years of experience with Palantir Foundry. Location : Remote. Length : 6 months with strong view to extend IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Rate : (Apply online only) per day. Required experience will include: Palintir Foundry experience - Foundries pipeline building tool and ontology manager. You would need experience in developing and preparing Foundry technical materials including platform demos for external clients. Strong Python Programming skills alongside Pyspark and SQL. Experience working in a Data Science/ Data Analyst capacity. ETL/ELT Pipleining experience. Consultancy Experience Nice to haves: Active SC or DV Clearance is a bonus If you are interested in this Palantir Foundry Consultant role please apply with your most recent CV. Alternatively email me on Jordan co . uk Palantir Foundry Consultant - Contract - 6 months+ Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler
Corsham, Wiltshire
NOC Engineer + Location: Corsham + Salary: 30,000 - 35,000 + 25% Shift allowance + Working Hours: 4 on 4 off days/nights (38 Hours per week) + Right to work: Must be UK Resident 5 Years min + Security Clearance: Must hold or be eligible for SC Key Responsibilities: Investigate and resolve helpdesk incidents assigned to you with speedy fixes ensuring the ticketing system is fully updated. Monitor networks and equipment using applicable software (SolarWinds PRTG/RMM/FMC etc), raising incidents as appropriate, investigating and resolving where possible or engaging the correct resolving teams while owning the incident to resolution. Ensure all network alarms and events are acknowledged and appropriately dealt with during your shift. Any ongoing issues are to be documented for shift handover. Ensure the NOC Manager is kept informed of all service affecting incidents and appropriate escalations are made, where relevant. Provide support through assigned work from the OSC team and customer(s). Additional Responsibilities: Where appropriate and as advised by your line manager, provide DC smart hands services to support existing Smart Hands team. This could include cabling, visual inspections, providing escorts and other duties within the data centre as required. Manage the OSC queue OOH, ensuring high priority incidents are dealt with appropriately. Skills/Experience: Minimum 1 + years' experience in a Service Desk/NOC environment Experience in working with Cisco routers and switches - minimum CCNA desirable Some experience in troubleshooting and maintaining Firewalls and/or Security Event management desirable. Must obtain/retain SC clearance Measurements: Achieve the objectives of the role, working within the procedures and processes that are in place. Meet SLAs where applicable. Accuracy - ensure all tickets are accurate and up to date. Motivation and attitude - provide a professional service and manner at all times.
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
NOC Engineer + Location: Corsham + Salary: 30,000 - 35,000 + 25% Shift allowance + Working Hours: 4 on 4 off days/nights (38 Hours per week) + Right to work: Must be UK Resident 5 Years min + Security Clearance: Must hold or be eligible for SC Key Responsibilities: Investigate and resolve helpdesk incidents assigned to you with speedy fixes ensuring the ticketing system is fully updated. Monitor networks and equipment using applicable software (SolarWinds PRTG/RMM/FMC etc), raising incidents as appropriate, investigating and resolving where possible or engaging the correct resolving teams while owning the incident to resolution. Ensure all network alarms and events are acknowledged and appropriately dealt with during your shift. Any ongoing issues are to be documented for shift handover. Ensure the NOC Manager is kept informed of all service affecting incidents and appropriate escalations are made, where relevant. Provide support through assigned work from the OSC team and customer(s). Additional Responsibilities: Where appropriate and as advised by your line manager, provide DC smart hands services to support existing Smart Hands team. This could include cabling, visual inspections, providing escorts and other duties within the data centre as required. Manage the OSC queue OOH, ensuring high priority incidents are dealt with appropriately. Skills/Experience: Minimum 1 + years' experience in a Service Desk/NOC environment Experience in working with Cisco routers and switches - minimum CCNA desirable Some experience in troubleshooting and maintaining Firewalls and/or Security Event management desirable. Must obtain/retain SC clearance Measurements: Achieve the objectives of the role, working within the procedures and processes that are in place. Meet SLAs where applicable. Accuracy - ensure all tickets are accurate and up to date. Motivation and attitude - provide a professional service and manner at all times.
Global Technology Solutions Ltd
Reading, Berkshire
Job Title: SC/DV cleared ON-PREM AD/Azure support specialistLocation: Aldermaston, Reading. Potential hybrid agreements Rate: £600-610 per dayWorking hours: standard office hoursInside IR35 - Umbrella contractors only This role is not suitable for consultants or architects Holding SC or DV clearanceWe are looking for customer-focused and enthusiastic Azure and Active Directory Specialist to join the company. You should have a genuine interest in solving IT issues and empathetic to customer needs and requirements. Day to day tasks include expert management and troubleshooting of Azure, Dev environments and Active Directory services and issues within a complex locked down System structure. You should possess good written and verbal communication skills, be willing to collaborate with the wider IT support teams and help us develop a strong partnership with our customers' IT Leadership.The successful candidate will be responsible in supporting a strategic change to the service model and implementing design documents and processes along with new statements of work. This will require working closely with the Operations Manager and Account Project Lead to define and implement a more agile and collaborative structure which is capable of blending BAU support with short term projects and ad-hoc requests, where scoped and agreed. This will be achieved by following Agile and ITIL Continuous Service Improvement methodologies.ESSENTIALS SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS: 5 years plus Azure Active Directory experience (Essential) Working Knowledge and implementation experience of Azure Dev Ops and Dev Test Labs Azure Virtual Desktop knowledge and implementation experience (Nerdio) Azure Cloud Infrastructure Knowledge Infrastructure as a Code (knowledge and implementation experience) (IaC) CI/CD pipelines knowledge and understanding ARM templates / Bicep (knowledge and implementation experience) Microsoft Tiered Model Knowledge and how this impacts different tiered environments Azure Role & Functional based Security Delegation and Layers and Role Based Access Control Azure Networking Experience Azure Firewalls Experience Azure Security including Conditional Access Policies and Multi Factor Authentication and Privileged Identity Management Azure Virtual Machine Management Azure Storage Experience Azure Monitoring and log analytics Azure Enterprise and ADFS Application Provisioning Active Directory Connect / sync and Active Directory Federation Services Azure PowerShell scripting Microsoft Windows Server 2016, 2019 and 2022 experience Comfortable working with a Hybrid Joined Active Directory environment Group Policy Management and Conditional Access Policy Management Experience DNS, DHCP Experience Working knowledge and understand of PKI Services Scripting experience using BAT, PowerShell, C# and VB Scripts Awareness of Change and Release Management Strong communication skills both written and verbal Self-motivated with a positive attitude and comfortable working with ambiguity Good knowledge of MS Endpoint Management Good knowledge of Office 365 and Exchange OnlineDESIRABLE SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS: Infrastructure Support experience/ background inc patching, backups and restores, Windows/Linux AD Sync and AD Connect Experience beneficial Azure Containers Azure Kubernetes Azure Endpoint Management / Intune Good knowledge across SCCM; WSUS; SCOM 2019; AGPM; Lumensions. ITIL Foundation certified with a broad experience across Service Management disciplines and Agile deliveryBenefits: Development through Training/Certification Put through DV clearance (including tax allowance) potential hybrid working (home and onsite) Joining a strong team with a wealth of knowledge and experienceIf you have the skill required, apply now "In applying for this position, you consent to your personal data being shared with the specified employer and for your details to remain with GTS for as long as is necessary to process your application. See our Privacy Notice for full informationGlobal Technology Solutions is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Job Title: SC/DV cleared ON-PREM AD/Azure support specialistLocation: Aldermaston, Reading. Potential hybrid agreements Rate: £600-610 per dayWorking hours: standard office hoursInside IR35 - Umbrella contractors only This role is not suitable for consultants or architects Holding SC or DV clearanceWe are looking for customer-focused and enthusiastic Azure and Active Directory Specialist to join the company. You should have a genuine interest in solving IT issues and empathetic to customer needs and requirements. Day to day tasks include expert management and troubleshooting of Azure, Dev environments and Active Directory services and issues within a complex locked down System structure. You should possess good written and verbal communication skills, be willing to collaborate with the wider IT support teams and help us develop a strong partnership with our customers' IT Leadership.The successful candidate will be responsible in supporting a strategic change to the service model and implementing design documents and processes along with new statements of work. This will require working closely with the Operations Manager and Account Project Lead to define and implement a more agile and collaborative structure which is capable of blending BAU support with short term projects and ad-hoc requests, where scoped and agreed. This will be achieved by following Agile and ITIL Continuous Service Improvement methodologies.ESSENTIALS SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS: 5 years plus Azure Active Directory experience (Essential) Working Knowledge and implementation experience of Azure Dev Ops and Dev Test Labs Azure Virtual Desktop knowledge and implementation experience (Nerdio) Azure Cloud Infrastructure Knowledge Infrastructure as a Code (knowledge and implementation experience) (IaC) CI/CD pipelines knowledge and understanding ARM templates / Bicep (knowledge and implementation experience) Microsoft Tiered Model Knowledge and how this impacts different tiered environments Azure Role & Functional based Security Delegation and Layers and Role Based Access Control Azure Networking Experience Azure Firewalls Experience Azure Security including Conditional Access Policies and Multi Factor Authentication and Privileged Identity Management Azure Virtual Machine Management Azure Storage Experience Azure Monitoring and log analytics Azure Enterprise and ADFS Application Provisioning Active Directory Connect / sync and Active Directory Federation Services Azure PowerShell scripting Microsoft Windows Server 2016, 2019 and 2022 experience Comfortable working with a Hybrid Joined Active Directory environment Group Policy Management and Conditional Access Policy Management Experience DNS, DHCP Experience Working knowledge and understand of PKI Services Scripting experience using BAT, PowerShell, C# and VB Scripts Awareness of Change and Release Management Strong communication skills both written and verbal Self-motivated with a positive attitude and comfortable working with ambiguity Good knowledge of MS Endpoint Management Good knowledge of Office 365 and Exchange OnlineDESIRABLE SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS: Infrastructure Support experience/ background inc patching, backups and restores, Windows/Linux AD Sync and AD Connect Experience beneficial Azure Containers Azure Kubernetes Azure Endpoint Management / Intune Good knowledge across SCCM; WSUS; SCOM 2019; AGPM; Lumensions. ITIL Foundation certified with a broad experience across Service Management disciplines and Agile deliveryBenefits: Development through Training/Certification Put through DV clearance (including tax allowance) potential hybrid working (home and onsite) Joining a strong team with a wealth of knowledge and experienceIf you have the skill required, apply now "In applying for this position, you consent to your personal data being shared with the specified employer and for your details to remain with GTS for as long as is necessary to process your application. See our Privacy Notice for full informationGlobal Technology Solutions is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
We need an AWE some Project Controls Manager to join our Project Controls team at AWE . This is an exciting time to join us as a Project Controls Manager as we begin a once in a generation programme of work in support of the United Kingdom's Continuous at Sea Deterrent. We are in the countryside between Reading and Basingstoke with onsite parking. There are good bus links between Reading, Basingstoke and Newbury. Salary: Competitive - Negotiable (depending on your suitability and level of experience). As a Project Controls Manager (within - Governance, Planning, Risk, Reporting, and Controls) you will head multi-functional Project Controls teams. It's vital that we ensure delivery of our project programmes, to do this, you'll collaborate with Project Managers and Supply Chain to produce a pragmatic baseline. You will need to engage, negotiate, and influence people across the business to ensure effective controls are in place to monitor progress, manage issues and mitigate slippage. You could be working on maintaining existing infrastructure or ensuring the successful introduction of our new capability. A typical day for you could look like this: Managing risk, including ownership of qualitative and quantitative assessments to schedule predictability and cost. Influencing and supporting project managers and procurement to ensure schedule momentum and cash flow KPI's. Role modelling best practice in conceptual estimating, funding stage gates, basic contingency principals and procurement principals. Coordinating and facilitating planning sessions and workshops to compile the master project/programme schedule baseline, ensuring an achievable duration. Utilising your expertise in procurement schedules to create achievable lead times within the schedule. Prioritising materials and equipment orders to meet scheduled install dates. Influencing key stakeholders to facilitate sign off of baseline and encouraging visibility of regular progress updates. Introducing robust change processes, ensuring schedules, interfaces, cost, risk, and changes are managed appropriately. Owning the change management process and workflow Highlighting trends and root causes of deviations against the baseline using lead and lag indicators and reporting effective remedial actions in order to drive best value for the client. We would like you to have experience of: Delivering Controls in a major project/ programme environment, ideally within Defence, Data Centre's, Life Sciences, Pharma, R&D facilities, Industrial, Manufacturing, Distribution & Logistics sectors Mentoring and developing a multi-functional controls team Meeting project deadlines Adept with controls/ general software applications such as Primavera (P6), Power BI Insight into engineering, procurement, contracts, construction processes Knowledge of engineering and construction management Heading collaborative focus groups As part of our People Promise, AWE (one of the best 25 big companies to work for in the UK) has a range of benefits to suit you: You can find out more about our benefits HERE To apply: Please apply via AWE Careers where you will be asked to submit your CV and a covering letter. Make sure that you highlight all relevant skills and experience for this job. Give us a clear view of what you can bring to the role and why you want to work with the team here at AWE. You must be willing and able to obtain and maintain Security/ Developed Vetting Clearance (funded by the AWE) in order to start with us in this role. It can take several months for clearance to come through. DVSubjectsInformationLeaflet.pdf (publishing.service.gov.uk) This job role is suitable for some hybrid working, which is an informal, non-contractual and voluntary arrangement, blending a balance of attendance in the workplace (your permanent duty station) and working from home as a personal choice. There is a need to be on site regularly. If successful, you will be required to carry out all of your duties from the UK and cannot do so from an overseas location at any time. Important things you need to know: Interviews will be scheduled during working hours. Interviews will be 90 minutes on TEAMS and will include a 5-to-10-minute presentation. If we receive an exceptionally high level of applications, this vacancy may close early. So don't procrastinate, refresh your CV and covering letter and apply now! For more information about the role or the recruitment journey, get in touch with me (Sunflower) at: (Sorry agencies - we don't outsource our roles)
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
We need an AWE some Project Controls Manager to join our Project Controls team at AWE . This is an exciting time to join us as a Project Controls Manager as we begin a once in a generation programme of work in support of the United Kingdom's Continuous at Sea Deterrent. We are in the countryside between Reading and Basingstoke with onsite parking. There are good bus links between Reading, Basingstoke and Newbury. Salary: Competitive - Negotiable (depending on your suitability and level of experience). As a Project Controls Manager (within - Governance, Planning, Risk, Reporting, and Controls) you will head multi-functional Project Controls teams. It's vital that we ensure delivery of our project programmes, to do this, you'll collaborate with Project Managers and Supply Chain to produce a pragmatic baseline. You will need to engage, negotiate, and influence people across the business to ensure effective controls are in place to monitor progress, manage issues and mitigate slippage. You could be working on maintaining existing infrastructure or ensuring the successful introduction of our new capability. A typical day for you could look like this: Managing risk, including ownership of qualitative and quantitative assessments to schedule predictability and cost. Influencing and supporting project managers and procurement to ensure schedule momentum and cash flow KPI's. Role modelling best practice in conceptual estimating, funding stage gates, basic contingency principals and procurement principals. Coordinating and facilitating planning sessions and workshops to compile the master project/programme schedule baseline, ensuring an achievable duration. Utilising your expertise in procurement schedules to create achievable lead times within the schedule. Prioritising materials and equipment orders to meet scheduled install dates. Influencing key stakeholders to facilitate sign off of baseline and encouraging visibility of regular progress updates. Introducing robust change processes, ensuring schedules, interfaces, cost, risk, and changes are managed appropriately. Owning the change management process and workflow Highlighting trends and root causes of deviations against the baseline using lead and lag indicators and reporting effective remedial actions in order to drive best value for the client. We would like you to have experience of: Delivering Controls in a major project/ programme environment, ideally within Defence, Data Centre's, Life Sciences, Pharma, R&D facilities, Industrial, Manufacturing, Distribution & Logistics sectors Mentoring and developing a multi-functional controls team Meeting project deadlines Adept with controls/ general software applications such as Primavera (P6), Power BI Insight into engineering, procurement, contracts, construction processes Knowledge of engineering and construction management Heading collaborative focus groups As part of our People Promise, AWE (one of the best 25 big companies to work for in the UK) has a range of benefits to suit you: You can find out more about our benefits HERE To apply: Please apply via AWE Careers where you will be asked to submit your CV and a covering letter. Make sure that you highlight all relevant skills and experience for this job. Give us a clear view of what you can bring to the role and why you want to work with the team here at AWE. You must be willing and able to obtain and maintain Security/ Developed Vetting Clearance (funded by the AWE) in order to start with us in this role. It can take several months for clearance to come through. DVSubjectsInformationLeaflet.pdf (publishing.service.gov.uk) This job role is suitable for some hybrid working, which is an informal, non-contractual and voluntary arrangement, blending a balance of attendance in the workplace (your permanent duty station) and working from home as a personal choice. There is a need to be on site regularly. If successful, you will be required to carry out all of your duties from the UK and cannot do so from an overseas location at any time. Important things you need to know: Interviews will be scheduled during working hours. Interviews will be 90 minutes on TEAMS and will include a 5-to-10-minute presentation. If we receive an exceptionally high level of applications, this vacancy may close early. So don't procrastinate, refresh your CV and covering letter and apply now! For more information about the role or the recruitment journey, get in touch with me (Sunflower) at: (Sorry agencies - we don't outsource our roles)
Location: Based at client locations or working remotely Daily Rate: Negotiable - (a status determination assessment has been carried out and the outcome placed the role outside IR35) Type: Contract role for 6 months Start Date: ASAP The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing the technical architecture of our .NET-based solutions. You will work closely with our development teams, clients, and stakeholders to ensure that our solutions meet the highest standards of performance, scalability, and reliability. The role is hands-on, taking designs through the implementation and deployment phases. About Us: Join an award-winning team recognised twice for "Project Excellence" at "The Chartered Institute for IT & Computing Awards." Triad operates at the heart of the public sector, understanding its technology challenges, and delivering goals at the best value for UK citizens. Responsibilities: Technical Architecture Design: Design and develop robust, scalable, and secure technical architectures for .NET-based solutions, considering factors such as performance, reliability, scalability, and security. Solution Development: Lead the development team in implementing the technical architecture, ensuring adherence to best practices, coding standards, and architectural principles. Stay abreast of the latest trends and advancements in .NET technologies and evaluate their potential impact on our projects. Make recommendations for adopting new tools, frameworks, and technologies when appropriate. Collaboration and communication: Collaborate effectively with development teams, project managers, clients, and stakeholders to understand requirements, communicate architectural decisions, and ensure alignment with project goals. Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation. Develop and document best practices, guidelines, and standards Experience/Qualifications required: Hold current SC level security clearance. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering or a related field Proven experience working as a Technical Architect with a focus on .Net Technologies. Deep understating of software architecture principles, design patterns and best practices Extensive hands-on experience with .NET framework, ASP.NET, C# and related technologies Strong proficiency in designing and implementing RESTful APIs and microservices architectures. Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS, including cloud-native development and deployment. Proficiency in database design and development using SQL Server or similar relational database management systems. Other Information If this role is of interest to you or you would like further information, please contact Ben Fowler or submit your application now Triad is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion, or belief. Triad Group Plc acts as an Employment Business for this contract position
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Location: Based at client locations or working remotely Daily Rate: Negotiable - (a status determination assessment has been carried out and the outcome placed the role outside IR35) Type: Contract role for 6 months Start Date: ASAP The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing the technical architecture of our .NET-based solutions. You will work closely with our development teams, clients, and stakeholders to ensure that our solutions meet the highest standards of performance, scalability, and reliability. The role is hands-on, taking designs through the implementation and deployment phases. About Us: Join an award-winning team recognised twice for "Project Excellence" at "The Chartered Institute for IT & Computing Awards." Triad operates at the heart of the public sector, understanding its technology challenges, and delivering goals at the best value for UK citizens. Responsibilities: Technical Architecture Design: Design and develop robust, scalable, and secure technical architectures for .NET-based solutions, considering factors such as performance, reliability, scalability, and security. Solution Development: Lead the development team in implementing the technical architecture, ensuring adherence to best practices, coding standards, and architectural principles. Stay abreast of the latest trends and advancements in .NET technologies and evaluate their potential impact on our projects. Make recommendations for adopting new tools, frameworks, and technologies when appropriate. Collaboration and communication: Collaborate effectively with development teams, project managers, clients, and stakeholders to understand requirements, communicate architectural decisions, and ensure alignment with project goals. Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation. Develop and document best practices, guidelines, and standards Experience/Qualifications required: Hold current SC level security clearance. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering or a related field Proven experience working as a Technical Architect with a focus on .Net Technologies. Deep understating of software architecture principles, design patterns and best practices Extensive hands-on experience with .NET framework, ASP.NET, C# and related technologies Strong proficiency in designing and implementing RESTful APIs and microservices architectures. Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS, including cloud-native development and deployment. Proficiency in database design and development using SQL Server or similar relational database management systems. Other Information If this role is of interest to you or you would like further information, please contact Ben Fowler or submit your application now Triad is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion, or belief. Triad Group Plc acts as an Employment Business for this contract position
What if you could work with remarkable people on extraordinary things? What if the result was something a little bit special? What if your role was mission critical?For nearly 70 years, AWE has been at the forefront of nuclear weapons research and development. We have a critical mission: to provide the warheads for the UK's ultimate deterrent - Trident. We also use our unique skills to provide wider UK government with counter-terrorism and nuclear threat reduction solutions. The Enterprise Applications team at AWE are looking to hire a Senior Application Manager (Siemens NX/ Teamcenter) who will be accountable to the Head of Enterprise Applications for delivering value for money services that meet AWE Business requirements utilising internal and external resources to deliver to agreed Service Levels and assuring that the methodologies around IS Supplier relationships are met. Extract additional value, either in provided services or financially and provide visibility to AWE of the success of these contracts. To participate in the development of long-term strategy for the future direction of AWEs Information Services. Resource manager for the Operational Applications team working with suppliers and IS customers. IS Operations Group Resource Manager for Internal (FTE's) and External (Managed Services). Location - Reading areaSalary - £58,640 - £75,000 per annum AWE (one of the best 25 big companies to work for in the UK) offers an attractive array of benefits which include:Market leading contributory pension schemeGenerous holiday entitlement (270 hours a year including bank holidays, plus every other Friday off)Flexible working hoursSalary sacrifice schemeConsideration for either full time or part time hours. Just let us know on your application if you wish to work part timeRelocation package available (terms and conditions apply) Key Accountabilities:Delivers stakeholder needs, understands the Business and Programme requirements and describes how the team's work delivers stakeholder needs.Makes decisions identifies issues, problems and opportunities. Uses data and insights to make pragmatic decisions to meet Application team's objectives.Drives team (internal or external) results, sets challenging objectives for self and team and works to achieve or exceed goals. Shows drive to make a difference to the team, individuals, and the leadership community.Engages and directs people to commit to the work and to the organisation, facilitates and encourages communication both within own team and other teams.Supports people to deliver, effectively allocates responsibility, develops, and motivates the team to deliver.Supports diversity within a team, works effectively with individuals of diverse cultures, interpersonal styles, abilities, motivations and backgrounds.Seeks and delivers continuous improvement, guides, influences and directs the team to understand, embrace and deliver change.Delivers objectives through the team, sets individual objectives and provides coaching, resources and feedback to help employees to meet these.Ensures that account is taken of any relevant statutory or external regulations, standards and codes of good practice.Takes accountability for the conduct of all relevant supply contracts.Markets the service and benefits and maintain a positive public relations profile with customers.Provide high quality representation and develops constructive relationships with senior management, external suppliers, competitors and customers.Overall direction is received from the Head of Enterprise Applications; however, a high degree of independent judgment and decision making is required in order to achieve AWE stated objectives.Accountable for the Application services budget (circa. £3M for CY17) including the provisioning of 3rd party support contracts.Maintain and promote high personal standards in environment, safety, health, security and quality and be a great team player.Additional accountabilities for this job profile may be defined and appointed through the Chief Engineer Management Arrangements, with appointees listed within the Company Design Authorities and Technical Authorities, as held in the company management system. Key Responsibilities:Provide Subject Matter Expert (SME) guidance on functionality of Teamcenter/ NX, working with the business to understand their requirements and translate these into technical requirements that can be delivered by the team.Review and integrate all application requirements, including functional, security, integration, performance, quality, and operations requirements.Review and integrate technical architecture requirements.Provide input into final decisions regarding hardware, network products, system software, and security.Encourage teams in the implementation of the company/ local procedures and systems of work to safeguard people, Quality, Security and the environment including compliance with the requirements of current legislation.Services delivered to agreed Service Level agreements / contracts.Licence compliance against signed / agreed contracts / agreements.Active management and delivery to an agreed budget of circa £3M.Monthly forecasting, reporting and explanation of actuals.Development of teams and individuals.The safety of all staff within the functional area organisation unit.Responsibility for the management and development of Value for Money services.Oversee resourcing of the Operational Applications teams.The Company may require you to fulfil any other reasonable duties aligned to your position from time to time in line with business needs. The ideal candidate will have:10+ years of Siemens Teamcenter/ NX administration experience in large environmentsProficiency in Teamcenter/ NX system performance tuning and troubleshooting.Participation in a minimum of 2-3 implementations of Teamcenter/ NX systems.Ability to take ownership of work activities and bring them to a timely and efficient conclusion.Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with technical and non-technical multi-functional teams across regions.Proven problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.Led the implementation of Teamcenter/ NX systems across multiple technical landscapes. All Candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role.
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
What if you could work with remarkable people on extraordinary things? What if the result was something a little bit special? What if your role was mission critical?For nearly 70 years, AWE has been at the forefront of nuclear weapons research and development. We have a critical mission: to provide the warheads for the UK's ultimate deterrent - Trident. We also use our unique skills to provide wider UK government with counter-terrorism and nuclear threat reduction solutions. The Enterprise Applications team at AWE are looking to hire a Senior Application Manager (Siemens NX/ Teamcenter) who will be accountable to the Head of Enterprise Applications for delivering value for money services that meet AWE Business requirements utilising internal and external resources to deliver to agreed Service Levels and assuring that the methodologies around IS Supplier relationships are met. Extract additional value, either in provided services or financially and provide visibility to AWE of the success of these contracts. To participate in the development of long-term strategy for the future direction of AWEs Information Services. Resource manager for the Operational Applications team working with suppliers and IS customers. IS Operations Group Resource Manager for Internal (FTE's) and External (Managed Services). Location - Reading areaSalary - £58,640 - £75,000 per annum AWE (one of the best 25 big companies to work for in the UK) offers an attractive array of benefits which include:Market leading contributory pension schemeGenerous holiday entitlement (270 hours a year including bank holidays, plus every other Friday off)Flexible working hoursSalary sacrifice schemeConsideration for either full time or part time hours. Just let us know on your application if you wish to work part timeRelocation package available (terms and conditions apply) Key Accountabilities:Delivers stakeholder needs, understands the Business and Programme requirements and describes how the team's work delivers stakeholder needs.Makes decisions identifies issues, problems and opportunities. Uses data and insights to make pragmatic decisions to meet Application team's objectives.Drives team (internal or external) results, sets challenging objectives for self and team and works to achieve or exceed goals. Shows drive to make a difference to the team, individuals, and the leadership community.Engages and directs people to commit to the work and to the organisation, facilitates and encourages communication both within own team and other teams.Supports people to deliver, effectively allocates responsibility, develops, and motivates the team to deliver.Supports diversity within a team, works effectively with individuals of diverse cultures, interpersonal styles, abilities, motivations and backgrounds.Seeks and delivers continuous improvement, guides, influences and directs the team to understand, embrace and deliver change.Delivers objectives through the team, sets individual objectives and provides coaching, resources and feedback to help employees to meet these.Ensures that account is taken of any relevant statutory or external regulations, standards and codes of good practice.Takes accountability for the conduct of all relevant supply contracts.Markets the service and benefits and maintain a positive public relations profile with customers.Provide high quality representation and develops constructive relationships with senior management, external suppliers, competitors and customers.Overall direction is received from the Head of Enterprise Applications; however, a high degree of independent judgment and decision making is required in order to achieve AWE stated objectives.Accountable for the Application services budget (circa. £3M for CY17) including the provisioning of 3rd party support contracts.Maintain and promote high personal standards in environment, safety, health, security and quality and be a great team player.Additional accountabilities for this job profile may be defined and appointed through the Chief Engineer Management Arrangements, with appointees listed within the Company Design Authorities and Technical Authorities, as held in the company management system. Key Responsibilities:Provide Subject Matter Expert (SME) guidance on functionality of Teamcenter/ NX, working with the business to understand their requirements and translate these into technical requirements that can be delivered by the team.Review and integrate all application requirements, including functional, security, integration, performance, quality, and operations requirements.Review and integrate technical architecture requirements.Provide input into final decisions regarding hardware, network products, system software, and security.Encourage teams in the implementation of the company/ local procedures and systems of work to safeguard people, Quality, Security and the environment including compliance with the requirements of current legislation.Services delivered to agreed Service Level agreements / contracts.Licence compliance against signed / agreed contracts / agreements.Active management and delivery to an agreed budget of circa £3M.Monthly forecasting, reporting and explanation of actuals.Development of teams and individuals.The safety of all staff within the functional area organisation unit.Responsibility for the management and development of Value for Money services.Oversee resourcing of the Operational Applications teams.The Company may require you to fulfil any other reasonable duties aligned to your position from time to time in line with business needs. The ideal candidate will have:10+ years of Siemens Teamcenter/ NX administration experience in large environmentsProficiency in Teamcenter/ NX system performance tuning and troubleshooting.Participation in a minimum of 2-3 implementations of Teamcenter/ NX systems.Ability to take ownership of work activities and bring them to a timely and efficient conclusion.Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with technical and non-technical multi-functional teams across regions.Proven problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.Led the implementation of Teamcenter/ NX systems across multiple technical landscapes. All Candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role.
Information Services and Security have a vital role to play in a crucial national mission. We're here to enable the organisation to deliver through the use of technology. As AWE transforms itself to meet the needs of the UK's next-generation nuclear deterrent, we need to adapt to deliver data-driven decision making, flexible and future-proofed IT services, adaptable cyber security, support to a multi-billion Pound building programme, and many more. The scale might be daunting to some, but you'll find it stimulating. We've got a long journey that we've only just started and we're looking for motivated people who can take us in the right direction. Your role will contribute directly to that shared mission. We won't deceive you, in some areas we're starting from a low base, but within ten years this organisation will look very different, and you can help make that happen. This is a role where you'll contribute to a legacy of national security for decades to come. So come and join us. AWE is seeking an experienced, innovative, and dedicated Senior Systems Administrator to join our team to provide Server support to an AWE onsite customer. Each day offers a new challenge and learning opportunity. As an experienced Senior Systems Administrator, you would possess a deep and broad knowledge of Microsoft computer platforms, Virtualised Server Infrastructure and configuration and should be able to communicate well in both verbal and written form. You will be working as part of the IT Team and have technical responsibility for key parts of the IT infrastructure. Your role will require hands-on technical experience, the ability to assess the impact of complex regulatory requirements and ensure IT systems are conforming to those regulations. You will be a key member of the team in a demanding high-tech environment, supporting members of the organisation in both project and operational aspects of the business platforms, delivering highly available systems. You will be challenged to improve the infrastructure in order to facilitate continuous growth within the business. There is also an expectation to play an active role in the on-call team who will support the business out of hours. Location - Reading area Salary from £42,700 - £60,000 As part of our People Promise, AWE (one of the best 25 big companies to work for in the UK) has a range of benefits to suit you. These include: Time to recharge your batteries with 270 hours of annual leave (plus every other Friday off work) Consideration for flexible working arrangements so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know on your application if you wish to work part time Opportunities for Professional Career Development that include funding for the annual membership of a relevant professional body, access to mentors and training Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services A generous defined contribution Group Personal Pension (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your own contribution) Life Assurance Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring for your family A host of voluntary & core benefits to suit your health and wellbeing - more information available on our careers site Key Accountabilities: To support the Technical Service Manager(s) and Team Leader in maintaining the operational status, and maximising availability of assets to programme demanders. Resolution of significant issues. Maintain and promote high personal standards in environment, safety, health, security and quality and be a great team player. Additional accountabilities for this job profile may be defined and appointed through the Chief Engineer Management Arrangements, with appointees listed within the Company Design Authorities and Technical Authorities, as held in the company management system. Key Responsibilities: Provide a resilient cost effective highly available infrastructure to the business on top of which hosted services can be deployed, managed and maintained. To manage the day-to-day sustainment of Infrastructure Systems, ensuring that planning, end-user impact, change management and problem management are properly addressed and monitored to ensure that deadlines, budgets and service levels are met and results delivered. Be responsible for diagnosing and following through to resolution any problems, escalating to team members or other teams and vendors when required. Build relationships with other teams within IT Operations to enable better support and communications. To maintain technical skills to allow us to benefit from new and emerging technologies in order to make supportive decisions Attend technical briefing / support groups. Understand and develop support system road maps. The Company may require you to fulfil any other reasonable duties aligned to your position from time to time in line with business needs You Will Have: Extensive experience with Microsoft Server 2012/16/19 Installation and Administration as well as knowledge of Windows 7/8.1/10. In-depth experience of virtualisation technologies including VMware. A good working knowledge on a breadth of technologies including Active Directory, PowerShell and proficient knowledge of tools such as SCCM and MDT. Degree in IS/IT or ONC/HNC in an IS/IT related subject or relevant experience. Be able to create technical documentation for a technical audience. Working knowledge of ITIL framework. Technical investigation and problem-solving skills. - D Experience in troubleshooting technical problems involving software and operating systems. All Candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role.
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Information Services and Security have a vital role to play in a crucial national mission. We're here to enable the organisation to deliver through the use of technology. As AWE transforms itself to meet the needs of the UK's next-generation nuclear deterrent, we need to adapt to deliver data-driven decision making, flexible and future-proofed IT services, adaptable cyber security, support to a multi-billion Pound building programme, and many more. The scale might be daunting to some, but you'll find it stimulating. We've got a long journey that we've only just started and we're looking for motivated people who can take us in the right direction. Your role will contribute directly to that shared mission. We won't deceive you, in some areas we're starting from a low base, but within ten years this organisation will look very different, and you can help make that happen. This is a role where you'll contribute to a legacy of national security for decades to come. So come and join us. AWE is seeking an experienced, innovative, and dedicated Senior Systems Administrator to join our team to provide Server support to an AWE onsite customer. Each day offers a new challenge and learning opportunity. As an experienced Senior Systems Administrator, you would possess a deep and broad knowledge of Microsoft computer platforms, Virtualised Server Infrastructure and configuration and should be able to communicate well in both verbal and written form. You will be working as part of the IT Team and have technical responsibility for key parts of the IT infrastructure. Your role will require hands-on technical experience, the ability to assess the impact of complex regulatory requirements and ensure IT systems are conforming to those regulations. You will be a key member of the team in a demanding high-tech environment, supporting members of the organisation in both project and operational aspects of the business platforms, delivering highly available systems. You will be challenged to improve the infrastructure in order to facilitate continuous growth within the business. There is also an expectation to play an active role in the on-call team who will support the business out of hours. Location - Reading area Salary from £42,700 - £60,000 As part of our People Promise, AWE (one of the best 25 big companies to work for in the UK) has a range of benefits to suit you. These include: Time to recharge your batteries with 270 hours of annual leave (plus every other Friday off work) Consideration for flexible working arrangements so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know on your application if you wish to work part time Opportunities for Professional Career Development that include funding for the annual membership of a relevant professional body, access to mentors and training Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services A generous defined contribution Group Personal Pension (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your own contribution) Life Assurance Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring for your family A host of voluntary & core benefits to suit your health and wellbeing - more information available on our careers site Key Accountabilities: To support the Technical Service Manager(s) and Team Leader in maintaining the operational status, and maximising availability of assets to programme demanders. Resolution of significant issues. Maintain and promote high personal standards in environment, safety, health, security and quality and be a great team player. Additional accountabilities for this job profile may be defined and appointed through the Chief Engineer Management Arrangements, with appointees listed within the Company Design Authorities and Technical Authorities, as held in the company management system. Key Responsibilities: Provide a resilient cost effective highly available infrastructure to the business on top of which hosted services can be deployed, managed and maintained. To manage the day-to-day sustainment of Infrastructure Systems, ensuring that planning, end-user impact, change management and problem management are properly addressed and monitored to ensure that deadlines, budgets and service levels are met and results delivered. Be responsible for diagnosing and following through to resolution any problems, escalating to team members or other teams and vendors when required. Build relationships with other teams within IT Operations to enable better support and communications. To maintain technical skills to allow us to benefit from new and emerging technologies in order to make supportive decisions Attend technical briefing / support groups. Understand and develop support system road maps. The Company may require you to fulfil any other reasonable duties aligned to your position from time to time in line with business needs You Will Have: Extensive experience with Microsoft Server 2012/16/19 Installation and Administration as well as knowledge of Windows 7/8.1/10. In-depth experience of virtualisation technologies including VMware. A good working knowledge on a breadth of technologies including Active Directory, PowerShell and proficient knowledge of tools such as SCCM and MDT. Degree in IS/IT or ONC/HNC in an IS/IT related subject or relevant experience. Be able to create technical documentation for a technical audience. Working knowledge of ITIL framework. Technical investigation and problem-solving skills. - D Experience in troubleshooting technical problems involving software and operating systems. All Candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role.
What if you could work with remarkable people on extraordinary things? What if the result was something a little bit special? What if your role was mission critical? For nearly 70 years, AWE has been at the forefront of nuclear weapons research and development. We have a critical mission: to provide the warheads for the UK's ultimate deterrent - Trident. We also use our unique skills to provide wider UK government with counterterrorism and nuclear threat reduction solutions. It takes a special sort of person to work at AWE. What if that person was you? AWE are seeking an experienced, innovative and dedicated Network Engineer to support and maintain AWE's Firewall and Network Systems. Each day offers a new challenge and learning opportunity. Location - Reading area Salary - from £35,840 subject to skills and experience AWE (one of the best 25 big companies to work for in the UK) offers an attractive array of benefits which include: Market leading contributory pension scheme Generous holiday entitlement (270 hours a year including bank holidays, plus every other Friday off) Flexible working hours Salary sacrifice scheme Relocation package available (terms and conditions apply) The Role: Reporting to the IT Manager, the successful Network Engineer will be responsible for the installation and maintenance of routers, switches and firewalls and the day to day running of multiple networks. The key tasks will include: Design, configure and implementation of network solutions. Use of network management tools to investigate, diagnose and resolve network problems within service level agreement tolerances. Ensure all network equipment is fit for purpose, configurations are up to date and running the latest stable firmware. Understanding project technical requirements and producing low level designs, including network diagrams and configuration build documentation. Fulfilment of service requests and resolving incidents. Mentoring of less experienced members of the team. Support of project work and remote sites will be required. Liaise with 3rd party Vendors to resolve issues. The Candidate: To be considered for this position, we are looking for candidates who have the following skills, qualifications and experience: Previous proven engineering experience within a networking environment. Working to high personal standards in environment, safety, health, security and quality and be a great team player. Good communicator (Written and oral) with sound facilitation skills that can be related to colleagues of all levels including contractors. Ability to operate under pressure, meet tight deadlines and influence decisions. Good technical investigation and problem-solving skills. Ability to produce clear and concise written operating procedures and documentation. Maintain technical skills to support latest network hardware/software. Experience with Juniper (particularly EX, SRX and QFX platforms) would be advantageous. Experience with Extreme Network equipment would be advantageous. Experienced with NAC (Network Access Control) solutions. Knowledge of protocols, especially OSPF and 802.1X Data Centre experience advantageous. Strong ability to think creatively and seek continuous improvement. Other requirements: Willingness to work flexibly and to occasionally work evenings and weekends where exceptional circumstances require it. Due to the nature of this role you will be working from our Aldermaston site full-time On call roster duties will be required. Travel to remote sites will be required therefore driving licence is essential. All Candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role.
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
What if you could work with remarkable people on extraordinary things? What if the result was something a little bit special? What if your role was mission critical? For nearly 70 years, AWE has been at the forefront of nuclear weapons research and development. We have a critical mission: to provide the warheads for the UK's ultimate deterrent - Trident. We also use our unique skills to provide wider UK government with counterterrorism and nuclear threat reduction solutions. It takes a special sort of person to work at AWE. What if that person was you? AWE are seeking an experienced, innovative and dedicated Network Engineer to support and maintain AWE's Firewall and Network Systems. Each day offers a new challenge and learning opportunity. Location - Reading area Salary - from £35,840 subject to skills and experience AWE (one of the best 25 big companies to work for in the UK) offers an attractive array of benefits which include: Market leading contributory pension scheme Generous holiday entitlement (270 hours a year including bank holidays, plus every other Friday off) Flexible working hours Salary sacrifice scheme Relocation package available (terms and conditions apply) The Role: Reporting to the IT Manager, the successful Network Engineer will be responsible for the installation and maintenance of routers, switches and firewalls and the day to day running of multiple networks. The key tasks will include: Design, configure and implementation of network solutions. Use of network management tools to investigate, diagnose and resolve network problems within service level agreement tolerances. Ensure all network equipment is fit for purpose, configurations are up to date and running the latest stable firmware. Understanding project technical requirements and producing low level designs, including network diagrams and configuration build documentation. Fulfilment of service requests and resolving incidents. Mentoring of less experienced members of the team. Support of project work and remote sites will be required. Liaise with 3rd party Vendors to resolve issues. The Candidate: To be considered for this position, we are looking for candidates who have the following skills, qualifications and experience: Previous proven engineering experience within a networking environment. Working to high personal standards in environment, safety, health, security and quality and be a great team player. Good communicator (Written and oral) with sound facilitation skills that can be related to colleagues of all levels including contractors. Ability to operate under pressure, meet tight deadlines and influence decisions. Good technical investigation and problem-solving skills. Ability to produce clear and concise written operating procedures and documentation. Maintain technical skills to support latest network hardware/software. Experience with Juniper (particularly EX, SRX and QFX platforms) would be advantageous. Experience with Extreme Network equipment would be advantageous. Experienced with NAC (Network Access Control) solutions. Knowledge of protocols, especially OSPF and 802.1X Data Centre experience advantageous. Strong ability to think creatively and seek continuous improvement. Other requirements: Willingness to work flexibly and to occasionally work evenings and weekends where exceptional circumstances require it. Due to the nature of this role you will be working from our Aldermaston site full-time On call roster duties will be required. Travel to remote sites will be required therefore driving licence is essential. All Candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role.
What if you could work with remarkable people on extraordinary things? What if the end result was something a little bit special? What if your role was mission critical? For nearly 70 years, AWE has been at the forefront of nuclear weapons research and development. We have a critical mission: to provide the warheads for the UK s ultimate deterrent - Trident. We also use our unique skills to provide wider UK government with counter-terrorism and nuclear threat reduction solutions. It takes a special sort of person to work at AWE. What if that person was you? What if you could work with remarkable people on extraordinary things? What if the result was something a little bit special? What if your role was mission critical? For nearly 70 years, AWE has been at the forefront of nuclear weapons research and development. We have a critical mission: to provide the warheads for the UK s ultimate deterrent - Trident. We also use our unique skills to provide wider UK government with counterterrorism and nuclear threat reduction solutions. It takes a special sort of person to work at AWE. What if that person was you? AWE are seeking an experienced, innovative and dedicated Network Engineer to support and maintain AWE s Firewall and Network Systems. Each day offers a new challenge and learning opportunity. Location - Reading area Salary - from £35,840 subject to skills and experience AWE (one of the best 25 big companies to work for in the UK) offers an attractive array of benefits which include: Market leading contributory pension scheme Generous holiday entitlement (270 hours a year including bank holidays, plus every other Friday off) Flexible working hours Salary sacrifice scheme Relocation package available (terms and conditions apply) The Role: Reporting to the IT Manager, the successful Network Engineer will be responsible for the installation and maintenance of routers, switches and firewalls and the day to day running of multiple networks. The key tasks will include: Design, configure and implementation of network solutions. Use of network management tools to investigate, diagnose and resolve network problems within service level agreement tolerances. Ensure all network equipment is fit for purpose, configurations are up to date and running the latest stable firmware. Understanding project technical requirements and producing low level designs, including network diagrams and configuration build documentation. Fulfilment of service requests and resolving incidents. Mentoring of less experienced members of the team. Support of project work and remote sites will be required. Liaise with 3rd party Vendors to resolve issues. The Candidate: To be considered for this position, we are looking for candidates who have the following skills, qualifications and experience: Required Skills, Qualifications and Experience • Previous proven engineering experience within a networking environment. • Good knowledge of networking protocols, especially OSPF • Working to high personal standards in environment, safety, health, security and quality and be a great team player. • Good communicator (Written and oral) with sound facilitation skills that can be related to colleagues of all levels including contractors. • Ability to operate under pressure, meet tight deadlines and influence decisions. • Good technical investigation and problem-solving skills. • Ability to produce clear and concise written operating procedures and documentation. • Maintain technical skills to support latest network hardware/software. • Strong ability to think creatively and seek continuous improvement. Desired Skills, Qualifications and Experience • Experience with Juniper equipment (particularly EX, SRX and QFX platforms) • Experience with Extreme Network equipment. • Experience with NAC (Network Access Control) solutions/802.1X. • Data Centre experience. Other requirements: Willingness to work flexibly and to occasionally work evenings and weekends where exceptional circumstances require it with overtime allowance. Due to the nature of this role you will be working from our Aldermaston site full-time On call roster duties will be required with additional allowance. Occasional travel to remote sites will be required therefore driving licence is essential. All Candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. Please note that you must be a British Citizen to apply for a role with us. Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide us will be used to encourage and support you through the application process and will be held only for this purpose in accordance with GDPR.
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
What if you could work with remarkable people on extraordinary things? What if the end result was something a little bit special? What if your role was mission critical? For nearly 70 years, AWE has been at the forefront of nuclear weapons research and development. We have a critical mission: to provide the warheads for the UK s ultimate deterrent - Trident. We also use our unique skills to provide wider UK government with counter-terrorism and nuclear threat reduction solutions. It takes a special sort of person to work at AWE. What if that person was you? What if you could work with remarkable people on extraordinary things? What if the result was something a little bit special? What if your role was mission critical? For nearly 70 years, AWE has been at the forefront of nuclear weapons research and development. We have a critical mission: to provide the warheads for the UK s ultimate deterrent - Trident. We also use our unique skills to provide wider UK government with counterterrorism and nuclear threat reduction solutions. It takes a special sort of person to work at AWE. What if that person was you? AWE are seeking an experienced, innovative and dedicated Network Engineer to support and maintain AWE s Firewall and Network Systems. Each day offers a new challenge and learning opportunity. Location - Reading area Salary - from £35,840 subject to skills and experience AWE (one of the best 25 big companies to work for in the UK) offers an attractive array of benefits which include: Market leading contributory pension scheme Generous holiday entitlement (270 hours a year including bank holidays, plus every other Friday off) Flexible working hours Salary sacrifice scheme Relocation package available (terms and conditions apply) The Role: Reporting to the IT Manager, the successful Network Engineer will be responsible for the installation and maintenance of routers, switches and firewalls and the day to day running of multiple networks. The key tasks will include: Design, configure and implementation of network solutions. Use of network management tools to investigate, diagnose and resolve network problems within service level agreement tolerances. Ensure all network equipment is fit for purpose, configurations are up to date and running the latest stable firmware. Understanding project technical requirements and producing low level designs, including network diagrams and configuration build documentation. Fulfilment of service requests and resolving incidents. Mentoring of less experienced members of the team. Support of project work and remote sites will be required. Liaise with 3rd party Vendors to resolve issues. The Candidate: To be considered for this position, we are looking for candidates who have the following skills, qualifications and experience: Required Skills, Qualifications and Experience • Previous proven engineering experience within a networking environment. • Good knowledge of networking protocols, especially OSPF • Working to high personal standards in environment, safety, health, security and quality and be a great team player. • Good communicator (Written and oral) with sound facilitation skills that can be related to colleagues of all levels including contractors. • Ability to operate under pressure, meet tight deadlines and influence decisions. • Good technical investigation and problem-solving skills. • Ability to produce clear and concise written operating procedures and documentation. • Maintain technical skills to support latest network hardware/software. • Strong ability to think creatively and seek continuous improvement. Desired Skills, Qualifications and Experience • Experience with Juniper equipment (particularly EX, SRX and QFX platforms) • Experience with Extreme Network equipment. • Experience with NAC (Network Access Control) solutions/802.1X. • Data Centre experience. Other requirements: Willingness to work flexibly and to occasionally work evenings and weekends where exceptional circumstances require it with overtime allowance. Due to the nature of this role you will be working from our Aldermaston site full-time On call roster duties will be required with additional allowance. Occasional travel to remote sites will be required therefore driving licence is essential. All Candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. Please note that you must be a British Citizen to apply for a role with us. Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide us will be used to encourage and support you through the application process and will be held only for this purpose in accordance with GDPR.
We are seeking a Test Manager on an initial 12 month contract paying up to 600 per day inside IR35 for our public sector client based in Exeter. This role allows hybrid working (with an expectation to go to the office 1-2 times per week). Security Clearance (SC) is required for this role. The successful Test Manager will possess proven skills working with the following - - Windows 11 Updates, features, functionalities, architecture, - Test Management - Test Strategy - Test Cases - Processes - Resource Management - Test Plans - Azure DevOps - Dynamics 365 Finance & operation - Data Migration Interested? Please apply below Test Manager, Test Lead, Test Programme Manager, Head of Testing, testing, Dynamics 365, Windows 11, Azure DevOps, Security cleared, SC, Security Clearance, public sector, government
Mar 28, 2024
Contractor
We are seeking a Test Manager on an initial 12 month contract paying up to 600 per day inside IR35 for our public sector client based in Exeter. This role allows hybrid working (with an expectation to go to the office 1-2 times per week). Security Clearance (SC) is required for this role. The successful Test Manager will possess proven skills working with the following - - Windows 11 Updates, features, functionalities, architecture, - Test Management - Test Strategy - Test Cases - Processes - Resource Management - Test Plans - Azure DevOps - Dynamics 365 Finance & operation - Data Migration Interested? Please apply below Test Manager, Test Lead, Test Programme Manager, Head of Testing, testing, Dynamics 365, Windows 11, Azure DevOps, Security cleared, SC, Security Clearance, public sector, government
ILS Engineer - Attractive - Contract Rates - Defence and Aviation Systems (Inside IR35) An ILS Engineer is required to join a market leading Innovative Defence Systems and Aviation Company. The ILS Engineer will be responsible for conducting all ILS activities on any Programmes that have been assigned to them. The ILS Engineer will develop and manage effective relationships across the breadth of the company and its customers and have the confidence to technically lead cross discipline project teams. The successful ILS Engineer will be expected to bring maturity and credibility when engaging with customers, senior managers and stakeholders. ILS Engineer - Key Responsibilities Administer and maintain the Company DRACAS tool Attend both internal and external meetings, as and when required Carry out reliability, and maintainability assessments on the system and components Collate DRACAS data from all appropriate sources for the serviced project Create Logistics Support Analysis (LSA) data for system items of equipment Populate any required LSA database Generate Obsolescence notification forms Identify and report trends and problem characteristics within the incidents Initiate NATO codification of new and revised items of supply Review and assess the impact of technical queries on the system documentation Review and assess Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) output. Review and assess availability models for the system or system LRUs Support the ILS Manager in the generation of estimates Review and assess availability models for the system or system LRUs Review and assess general purpose tools and test equipment for suitability Provide ILS input for technical documentation Technical Skills and Experience for ILS Engineer We expect the incoming ILS Engineer to be able to demonstrate the following skills and capabilities: Ability to manage conflicting priorities and timescales Excellent attention to detail with high accuracy Ability to process high volumes of work and within structured protocols Excellent organisational and planning skills (ability to meet tight timeframes) Excellent communication skills both verbal and written Proficient IT Skills and strong inter-personal and people management skills Knowledge and awareness of availability modelling Awareness of technical publication process Excellent knowledge and understanding of Reliability, Maintainability and Availability Good understanding of the requirements for Logistics Support Analysis (LSA) records Previous experience in delivering ILS Services to Defence Standards to the MOD Proven experience in ILS and/or Supportability and Data Reporting Knowledge of analysis and Corrective Action System (DRACAS) Able to work effectively and proficiently either remotely or onsite A desire to achieve mor and with a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn new skills Flexible and forward-thinking approach Must be self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team Willingness and ability to travel in the UK and to overseas occasionally (if required) Security Clearance will be required for this role and therefore only applications from candidates that hold this or able to obtain this will be considered If you feel you meet the requirements for the role of the ILS Engineer then apply directly or contact Peter Heap at Jonathan Lee Recruitment. Either Direct Line or email suitable MS Word CV's to In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
ILS Engineer - Attractive - Contract Rates - Defence and Aviation Systems (Inside IR35) An ILS Engineer is required to join a market leading Innovative Defence Systems and Aviation Company. The ILS Engineer will be responsible for conducting all ILS activities on any Programmes that have been assigned to them. The ILS Engineer will develop and manage effective relationships across the breadth of the company and its customers and have the confidence to technically lead cross discipline project teams. The successful ILS Engineer will be expected to bring maturity and credibility when engaging with customers, senior managers and stakeholders. ILS Engineer - Key Responsibilities Administer and maintain the Company DRACAS tool Attend both internal and external meetings, as and when required Carry out reliability, and maintainability assessments on the system and components Collate DRACAS data from all appropriate sources for the serviced project Create Logistics Support Analysis (LSA) data for system items of equipment Populate any required LSA database Generate Obsolescence notification forms Identify and report trends and problem characteristics within the incidents Initiate NATO codification of new and revised items of supply Review and assess the impact of technical queries on the system documentation Review and assess Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) output. Review and assess availability models for the system or system LRUs Support the ILS Manager in the generation of estimates Review and assess availability models for the system or system LRUs Review and assess general purpose tools and test equipment for suitability Provide ILS input for technical documentation Technical Skills and Experience for ILS Engineer We expect the incoming ILS Engineer to be able to demonstrate the following skills and capabilities: Ability to manage conflicting priorities and timescales Excellent attention to detail with high accuracy Ability to process high volumes of work and within structured protocols Excellent organisational and planning skills (ability to meet tight timeframes) Excellent communication skills both verbal and written Proficient IT Skills and strong inter-personal and people management skills Knowledge and awareness of availability modelling Awareness of technical publication process Excellent knowledge and understanding of Reliability, Maintainability and Availability Good understanding of the requirements for Logistics Support Analysis (LSA) records Previous experience in delivering ILS Services to Defence Standards to the MOD Proven experience in ILS and/or Supportability and Data Reporting Knowledge of analysis and Corrective Action System (DRACAS) Able to work effectively and proficiently either remotely or onsite A desire to achieve mor and with a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn new skills Flexible and forward-thinking approach Must be self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team Willingness and ability to travel in the UK and to overseas occasionally (if required) Security Clearance will be required for this role and therefore only applications from candidates that hold this or able to obtain this will be considered If you feel you meet the requirements for the role of the ILS Engineer then apply directly or contact Peter Heap at Jonathan Lee Recruitment. Either Direct Line or email suitable MS Word CV's to In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included
Integration Engineer Scotland, Bristol or Hampshire up to £63,000 Due to the nature of the role & the industry you are working in, you will be required to achieve UK SC Clearance We are looking for an Integration engineer to provide technical leadership and guidance to the Functional Integration team. You will monitor the team outputs to ensure they meet the needs of the programme. and Design and develop integration strategies, trial requirements and trial plans for land-based testing, Ship harbour trials and sea trials, ensuring that demonstration of formal requirements and exercising of system behaviour are all suitably covered. Day to Day you will - Lead a team of integration engineers to act as the primary integration representatives with each delivery team, providing technical leadership and guidance to ensure that outputs from the supplier programmes will deliver the required input for the integration programmesProactively assess the forward integration programme to estimate the work required to be undertaken by the team and monitor progress towards key milestonesDesign and development of integration strategies, trials requirements and trials plans for land based testing, harbour trials and sea trials for each systemObserve the conduct of integration activities, where specified in the CS Integration Strategy, and collate evidence to contribute to achievement of CS acceptanceEnsure that the collection of trials data will satisfy requirements set as assurance /acceptance milestones and the evidence required to clear the vessel for going to seaDevelop and support the build and/or capability upgrade/insertion activities for designated equipment in the Land Based Integration Facility (LBIF) and onboard Key experience we are looking for - Experience in engineering or a defence related industryGood working experience in more than one phase of Life Cycle Management, with sufficient experience of the total LCM to enable a good understanding of adjacent phases and through life engineering issuesProven track record of leading effort in functional integration, interface management, trials planning and understanding how Systems of Systems thinking applies to Combat System integration and trials in the maritimeAbility to generate Integration Strategies and Trials documentation from Requirements, Interface Specifications and other Supplier documentation Ideal experience we are looking for but not essential - Knowledge of Def-Stan 21-88 implementation and risk based integration approachKnowledge of the Destroyer Combat System, CVF Mission System, or similar, and their integration approachesUnderstanding of the need to capture and maintain data generated for use by the project and the tools and techniques so used, particularly database centric toolsetsAppreciation of wider RN platform design and principles of operationEngineers at all levels should possess an academic qualification in Engineering or other related STEM subjects as well as specific (either academic or professional) qualifications and become recognised as Incorporated or Chartered Engineers through an appropriate recognised professional institution. Engineers are encouraged, and will be supported, to achieve the relevant accreditation. Preference will be given to candidates who are already professionally registered. Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Integration Engineer Scotland, Bristol or Hampshire up to £63,000 Due to the nature of the role & the industry you are working in, you will be required to achieve UK SC Clearance We are looking for an Integration engineer to provide technical leadership and guidance to the Functional Integration team. You will monitor the team outputs to ensure they meet the needs of the programme. and Design and develop integration strategies, trial requirements and trial plans for land-based testing, Ship harbour trials and sea trials, ensuring that demonstration of formal requirements and exercising of system behaviour are all suitably covered. Day to Day you will - Lead a team of integration engineers to act as the primary integration representatives with each delivery team, providing technical leadership and guidance to ensure that outputs from the supplier programmes will deliver the required input for the integration programmesProactively assess the forward integration programme to estimate the work required to be undertaken by the team and monitor progress towards key milestonesDesign and development of integration strategies, trials requirements and trials plans for land based testing, harbour trials and sea trials for each systemObserve the conduct of integration activities, where specified in the CS Integration Strategy, and collate evidence to contribute to achievement of CS acceptanceEnsure that the collection of trials data will satisfy requirements set as assurance /acceptance milestones and the evidence required to clear the vessel for going to seaDevelop and support the build and/or capability upgrade/insertion activities for designated equipment in the Land Based Integration Facility (LBIF) and onboard Key experience we are looking for - Experience in engineering or a defence related industryGood working experience in more than one phase of Life Cycle Management, with sufficient experience of the total LCM to enable a good understanding of adjacent phases and through life engineering issuesProven track record of leading effort in functional integration, interface management, trials planning and understanding how Systems of Systems thinking applies to Combat System integration and trials in the maritimeAbility to generate Integration Strategies and Trials documentation from Requirements, Interface Specifications and other Supplier documentation Ideal experience we are looking for but not essential - Knowledge of Def-Stan 21-88 implementation and risk based integration approachKnowledge of the Destroyer Combat System, CVF Mission System, or similar, and their integration approachesUnderstanding of the need to capture and maintain data generated for use by the project and the tools and techniques so used, particularly database centric toolsetsAppreciation of wider RN platform design and principles of operationEngineers at all levels should possess an academic qualification in Engineering or other related STEM subjects as well as specific (either academic or professional) qualifications and become recognised as Incorporated or Chartered Engineers through an appropriate recognised professional institution. Engineers are encouraged, and will be supported, to achieve the relevant accreditation. Preference will be given to candidates who are already professionally registered. Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a SAP Senior Project Manager to join one of the world's top 10 IT service providers delivering solutions to more than 9,000 customers worldwide. Candidates must be able to work in the UK without restrictions Role Info: SAP Senior Project ManagerUK Remote / Occasional Visits to Office and Client Sites as RequiredUp to £105,000 per annum Plus Bonus and Benefits Permanent - Full Time Product / Service: Global authority in Enterprise SAP Consulting & SAP Managed ServicesValues: Clients First, Foresight and Teamwork Who we are: We are a global SAP Platinum Partner with over 9,000 SAP experts across 29 countries. We have a range of businesses, including multinationals and very large household names in our portfolio, across many industries and countries. We have a large number of consultants, UK wide, who provide support across all SAP areas as their primary job function. We take care of our customers' solutions from A to Z, transforming trust into value. From analysing and optimising customer processes, to implementing tailored solutions to suit their needs, to service and maintenance of their SAP system landscape. We work collaboratively with our own teams, the project delivery teams and our customers to ensure long term support excellence and vision. Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities will include: + Creating, maintaining and developing relationships to sustain client interest and growth+ Solving problems through a wide knowledge spectrum and experience+ Providing strategic support to help clients with changes/transformation+ Managing and delivering projects in accordance with defined guidelines and budget to a high quality+ Developing your own knowledge to share with the team+ Assisting with the on boarding and orientation, training of new employees actively supporting the team and its development+ Giving the project team clear input of the project procedure and of the requirements+ Being responsible for the project planning with respect to people, cost and deadlines+ Contributing to technical discussions with integration know-how+ Taking responsibility for revenue, & cost, as well as employees and the result in the project+ Increasing and escalating sales opportunities thereby maximising revenue for the organisation+ Leading the project team and supporting the team as needed About you: + At least 6 years experience in a relevant domain, industry and/or project experience+ Successful delivery and experience of involvement in all elements of 10 full project life cycles on large size projects+ Broad and deep understanding of ASAP methodology, preferably certified+ Multiple full SAP project life cycles, end to end experience from project initiation through to go-live as well as experience of managing multiple medium to large projects £2M+ value+ Prince 2 certification and/or experience of Agile methodologies e.g. Scrum an advantage+ Demonstrable experience of accurate and effective project reporting, both internal and external+ Experience in deploying SAP solutions in some of the following industries: discrete manufacturing, engineering, process manufacturing, wholesale, consumer products+ Produces high quality project and bid documentation plus quality assurance reviews+ Able to lead and coordinate integrated workshops with detail and complexity+ Understands complex contracts at the appropriate level in order to track content with respect to costs and benefits in the project+ Clear understanding of the overall processes in the project and can give professional support in discussions and enable decisions+ A full UK driving licence and be willing to travel frequently to different UK customer sites Join us to start the journey that is your career path. Career opportunities exist along multiple route maps from people and leadership, products and expertise and project management. Which route you take is up to you and we are on hand to provide guidance and support. We are an equal opportunities employer. You must be eligible to work in the UK and prepared to undergo high level security clearance Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to the Hiring Manager Application notice We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR.
Mar 27, 2024
Full time
This is a fantastic opportunity for a SAP Senior Project Manager to join one of the world's top 10 IT service providers delivering solutions to more than 9,000 customers worldwide. Candidates must be able to work in the UK without restrictions Role Info: SAP Senior Project ManagerUK Remote / Occasional Visits to Office and Client Sites as RequiredUp to £105,000 per annum Plus Bonus and Benefits Permanent - Full Time Product / Service: Global authority in Enterprise SAP Consulting & SAP Managed ServicesValues: Clients First, Foresight and Teamwork Who we are: We are a global SAP Platinum Partner with over 9,000 SAP experts across 29 countries. We have a range of businesses, including multinationals and very large household names in our portfolio, across many industries and countries. We have a large number of consultants, UK wide, who provide support across all SAP areas as their primary job function. We take care of our customers' solutions from A to Z, transforming trust into value. From analysing and optimising customer processes, to implementing tailored solutions to suit their needs, to service and maintenance of their SAP system landscape. We work collaboratively with our own teams, the project delivery teams and our customers to ensure long term support excellence and vision. Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities will include: + Creating, maintaining and developing relationships to sustain client interest and growth+ Solving problems through a wide knowledge spectrum and experience+ Providing strategic support to help clients with changes/transformation+ Managing and delivering projects in accordance with defined guidelines and budget to a high quality+ Developing your own knowledge to share with the team+ Assisting with the on boarding and orientation, training of new employees actively supporting the team and its development+ Giving the project team clear input of the project procedure and of the requirements+ Being responsible for the project planning with respect to people, cost and deadlines+ Contributing to technical discussions with integration know-how+ Taking responsibility for revenue, & cost, as well as employees and the result in the project+ Increasing and escalating sales opportunities thereby maximising revenue for the organisation+ Leading the project team and supporting the team as needed About you: + At least 6 years experience in a relevant domain, industry and/or project experience+ Successful delivery and experience of involvement in all elements of 10 full project life cycles on large size projects+ Broad and deep understanding of ASAP methodology, preferably certified+ Multiple full SAP project life cycles, end to end experience from project initiation through to go-live as well as experience of managing multiple medium to large projects £2M+ value+ Prince 2 certification and/or experience of Agile methodologies e.g. Scrum an advantage+ Demonstrable experience of accurate and effective project reporting, both internal and external+ Experience in deploying SAP solutions in some of the following industries: discrete manufacturing, engineering, process manufacturing, wholesale, consumer products+ Produces high quality project and bid documentation plus quality assurance reviews+ Able to lead and coordinate integrated workshops with detail and complexity+ Understands complex contracts at the appropriate level in order to track content with respect to costs and benefits in the project+ Clear understanding of the overall processes in the project and can give professional support in discussions and enable decisions+ A full UK driving licence and be willing to travel frequently to different UK customer sites Join us to start the journey that is your career path. Career opportunities exist along multiple route maps from people and leadership, products and expertise and project management. Which route you take is up to you and we are on hand to provide guidance and support. We are an equal opportunities employer. You must be eligible to work in the UK and prepared to undergo high level security clearance Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to the Hiring Manager Application notice We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR.
Job Title: IA Support Officer Location: Devonport Royal Dockyard Contract Duration: 12 months Pay Rate: £25-£75/hr - depending on experience Business Unit: Naval Nuclear Devonport Plymouth Shared Clearance: SC (SCSC) Overall Department Direction: A significant programme of infrastructure investment is required on the Devonport site to meet the needs of the future MOD ship and submarine programmes. The 'Major Infrastructure Projects' (MIP) Business Unit has been established to focus on the significant facility developments. The team is seeking an IA Support Officer to join them on a permanent, full-time basis. Main Purpose of Role: The IA Support Officer reports to the MIP IA Manager and provides support to the team, assisting in the delivery of an effective Information Assurance function. Key responsibilities include: Management of security incident reporting/trending and LFE within the business. Maintenance of the Defence Nuclear Information (DNI) register for the business, conducting assurance and spot checks in relation to handling procedures. Management of a number of SharePoint systems demonstrating compliance with our defence client policies, regulatory, and customer requirements. Required Knowledge, Skills, Experience, and Competences: The candidate should have experience working in a regulatory environment. Nuclear experience is desirable but not essential (training will be given). The ideal candidate will be highly organized and motivated to provide support to a busy IA team. Required skills include: Editorial and briefing skills, with the ability to summarize complex information effectively. Effective interpersonal skills. Experience in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint. Qualifications: Start on baseline - will need SC and NNPPI - must be a British national. Role Responsibilities: Generate reports. Administration of metadata/analysis. Prepare for audits/collaborate with wider teams. Prepare meetings, minutes, communication campaigns, and support the wider needs of the team. Skills Needed: SharePoint - essential, intermediate level. Ideally, an understanding of lists, libraries, commissions, built pages, and administration. Power, Excel - one or the other (or both). Nintex form or Nintex workflow - beneficial. Background in a regulated environment. Defence Nuclear Information SharePoint Administration Risk Assessment Nuclear Safety Defence Industry Audit Preparation Data Governance Compliance Reporting Defence Infrastructure Incident Trend Analysis Policy Compliance Interpersonal Skills MS Office Suite Document Management
Mar 27, 2024
Full time
Job Title: IA Support Officer Location: Devonport Royal Dockyard Contract Duration: 12 months Pay Rate: £25-£75/hr - depending on experience Business Unit: Naval Nuclear Devonport Plymouth Shared Clearance: SC (SCSC) Overall Department Direction: A significant programme of infrastructure investment is required on the Devonport site to meet the needs of the future MOD ship and submarine programmes. The 'Major Infrastructure Projects' (MIP) Business Unit has been established to focus on the significant facility developments. The team is seeking an IA Support Officer to join them on a permanent, full-time basis. Main Purpose of Role: The IA Support Officer reports to the MIP IA Manager and provides support to the team, assisting in the delivery of an effective Information Assurance function. Key responsibilities include: Management of security incident reporting/trending and LFE within the business. Maintenance of the Defence Nuclear Information (DNI) register for the business, conducting assurance and spot checks in relation to handling procedures. Management of a number of SharePoint systems demonstrating compliance with our defence client policies, regulatory, and customer requirements. Required Knowledge, Skills, Experience, and Competences: The candidate should have experience working in a regulatory environment. Nuclear experience is desirable but not essential (training will be given). The ideal candidate will be highly organized and motivated to provide support to a busy IA team. Required skills include: Editorial and briefing skills, with the ability to summarize complex information effectively. Effective interpersonal skills. Experience in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint. Qualifications: Start on baseline - will need SC and NNPPI - must be a British national. Role Responsibilities: Generate reports. Administration of metadata/analysis. Prepare for audits/collaborate with wider teams. Prepare meetings, minutes, communication campaigns, and support the wider needs of the team. Skills Needed: SharePoint - essential, intermediate level. Ideally, an understanding of lists, libraries, commissions, built pages, and administration. Power, Excel - one or the other (or both). Nintex form or Nintex workflow - beneficial. Background in a regulated environment. Defence Nuclear Information SharePoint Administration Risk Assessment Nuclear Safety Defence Industry Audit Preparation Data Governance Compliance Reporting Defence Infrastructure Incident Trend Analysis Policy Compliance Interpersonal Skills MS Office Suite Document Management
Technical Author required for 12 month initial contact with a multi national defence company based out of Stevenage. (Hybrid working). Candidates must be eligible for UK Eyes Only security clearance. Responsibilities: To write technical documentation in Standard Generalised Mark-up Language (SGML), Extensible Mark-up Language (XML) and traditional formats for the Company's products in accordance with individual contractual requirements To enable safe and effective operation and repair of the equipment. The role covers the whole product lifecycle through design, development and in-service support. Skillset/experience required: Experienced in the production of technical documentation with a detailed knowledge of MoD publication standards ASD S1000D and AESP. Ideally qualified to HND/HNC or equivalent level in an engineering related subject or ex forces senior technician. Knowledge of SGML editing software (Arbortext Epic), Common Source Data Bases (CSDB for S1000D) and Desktop Publishing systems. Ability to communicate effectively with ILS Managers and Design Engineers. Ability to work independently, taking ownership for packages of work in terms of scheduling and status reporting in order to meet Company and Customer expectations. Demonstrate a writing ability for new, complex and original work. Able to support more than one project at a time. Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/ or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
Mar 27, 2024
Full time
Technical Author required for 12 month initial contact with a multi national defence company based out of Stevenage. (Hybrid working). Candidates must be eligible for UK Eyes Only security clearance. Responsibilities: To write technical documentation in Standard Generalised Mark-up Language (SGML), Extensible Mark-up Language (XML) and traditional formats for the Company's products in accordance with individual contractual requirements To enable safe and effective operation and repair of the equipment. The role covers the whole product lifecycle through design, development and in-service support. Skillset/experience required: Experienced in the production of technical documentation with a detailed knowledge of MoD publication standards ASD S1000D and AESP. Ideally qualified to HND/HNC or equivalent level in an engineering related subject or ex forces senior technician. Knowledge of SGML editing software (Arbortext Epic), Common Source Data Bases (CSDB for S1000D) and Desktop Publishing systems. Ability to communicate effectively with ILS Managers and Design Engineers. Ability to work independently, taking ownership for packages of work in terms of scheduling and status reporting in order to meet Company and Customer expectations. Demonstrate a writing ability for new, complex and original work. Able to support more than one project at a time. Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/ or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
We are IT Recruitment Specialists partnered with a prestigious Global Consultancy who required a C Programmer - Telford - 1-2 days working onsite, the balance of time will be remote for one of their public sector Clients based in the UK. IR35: This role is inside of IR35 Initial duration: 6 months Clearance required: Must be SC cleared C Programmer Essential: C Programming - Hiring manager is only intrested in this and not C++ etc SC Clearance - Project includes secure data Useful: PLSQL PVCS Visual Studio If you are interested in this position and would like to learn more, please send through your CV and we will get in touch with you as soon as possible. Please note, candidates are often Shortlisted within 48 hours.
Mar 27, 2024
Contractor
We are IT Recruitment Specialists partnered with a prestigious Global Consultancy who required a C Programmer - Telford - 1-2 days working onsite, the balance of time will be remote for one of their public sector Clients based in the UK. IR35: This role is inside of IR35 Initial duration: 6 months Clearance required: Must be SC cleared C Programmer Essential: C Programming - Hiring manager is only intrested in this and not C++ etc SC Clearance - Project includes secure data Useful: PLSQL PVCS Visual Studio If you are interested in this position and would like to learn more, please send through your CV and we will get in touch with you as soon as possible. Please note, candidates are often Shortlisted within 48 hours.
Project Planner/Project Controls Engineer/Consultant required to join a leading consultancy to be part of expanding Defence- based team, working as part of project controls teams, providing performance reporting and analysis support as part of a large team or working independently with the clients. Due to the nature of the work you will ideally already hold or be eligible for SC Clearance. Experience Experience working in a defence project or programme management environment, with responsibility for delivery or controls of individual projects, programmes or portfolios Experience using controls/general software applications such as Primavera (P6), Power BI, Microsoft Office Applications. Demonstrated understanding of Project Controls concepts Reliable with the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team. Strong time management skills, quick thinking and ability to meet project deadlines as necessary. Strong verbal and written communication skills required Key Responsibilities Collation of progress data from multi-discipline teams to update project/programme schedule in Primavera P6 Collation of cost data from multi-discipline teams to support budget requests & update cost report. Preparation of monthly reports measuring progress against baseline Support the Project Controls Manager in applying governance & assurance of Project Controls processes. Due to the nature of the work you will ideally already hold or be eligible for SC Clearance.
Mar 27, 2024
Full time
Project Planner/Project Controls Engineer/Consultant required to join a leading consultancy to be part of expanding Defence- based team, working as part of project controls teams, providing performance reporting and analysis support as part of a large team or working independently with the clients. Due to the nature of the work you will ideally already hold or be eligible for SC Clearance. Experience Experience working in a defence project or programme management environment, with responsibility for delivery or controls of individual projects, programmes or portfolios Experience using controls/general software applications such as Primavera (P6), Power BI, Microsoft Office Applications. Demonstrated understanding of Project Controls concepts Reliable with the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team. Strong time management skills, quick thinking and ability to meet project deadlines as necessary. Strong verbal and written communication skills required Key Responsibilities Collation of progress data from multi-discipline teams to update project/programme schedule in Primavera P6 Collation of cost data from multi-discipline teams to support budget requests & update cost report. Preparation of monthly reports measuring progress against baseline Support the Project Controls Manager in applying governance & assurance of Project Controls processes. Due to the nature of the work you will ideally already hold or be eligible for SC Clearance.
Our growing Technology team plays a key role in ensuring OS is at the cutting edge of geospatial capability and is looking for people to join them. Its mission is to work across the business to provide customer centric design and technology services. Join us and you'll have an opportunity to make an impact. To empower projects that deliver real-world benefits across Britain and internationally. To hear our customers say they couldn't have done it without us. And to be central to OS's vision: to be recognised as world leaders in geospatial services; creating location insight for positive impact. About the role Are you a strategic and process-driven leader with a passion for ensuring smooth software delivery, both for new features and ongoing maintenance Business as Usual (BAU)? We're seeking an experienced Operational Lead to guide our software delivery teams and streamline operational excellence across the entire software lifecycle. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy transforming chaos into efficiency, and possess a strong understanding of both BAU and new development, this is the role for you! You will take ownership of a number of existing services and systems. You will be responsible for ensuring that product delivery dates and operational level agreements are met for several regular product refreshes. Clear and timely communications of progress and effective stakeholder management is essential. You will take responsibility for managing incidents, changes and running costs, to ensure that systems experience minimal downtime and that maximum efficiencies are achieved. Where appropriate, you will escalate significant risks or issues to the Capability Delivery Manager. With people leadership experience, you will lead a specialist team to deliver system maintenance requirements against your prioritised roadmap in line with business needs. Working together with the Capability Delivery Manager, you will establish and agree your team's needs for skills and resource. You will engage and influence stakeholders to establish maintenance priorities using your communication and influencing skills. An organised and proactive approach with a 'can do' attitude is essential for success. What You'll Do Collaborate with development and product teams: Bridge the gap to maximise efficiency and timely delivery for BAU, Security and new initiatives. Drive continuous improvement: Identify and implement best practices across the entire software delivery lifecycle (SDLC), encompassing both BAU and new processes. Own and manage operational processes and procedures: Design, document, and refine workflows to eliminate bottlenecks and ensure smooth execution of both BAU and new activities. Manage resource allocation: Anticipate team needs and ensure effective staffing for both BAU and new work. Track KPIs and metrics: Report comprehensive insights on BAU and new activities to inform decision-making. Champion incident management: Facilitate swift resolution of issues for both BAU and new deployments, fostering a culture of proactive problem-solving (for example ITILV4) Manage conformance of operational services to security standards Lead cost optimisation of existing systems, including Azure Hosting and on premises solutions Create plans and support/maintenance roadmaps for services/systems Have responsibility for the management and people leadership of the team, including coaching and development of team skills to meet business needs. What You'll Bring Proven experience as an Operational Lead, Delivery Manager, or equivalent role in a software development setting, with a strong understanding of both BAU and new delivery methodologies. Understanding of agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, etc.) and their application in both BAU and new contexts. Strong grasp of CI/CD principles and automation tools relevant to both BAU and new scenarios. Ability to analyse complex datasets related to BAU and new operations and turn them into actionable insights. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, able to effectively manage diverse stakeholders involved in both BAU and new initiatives. A "can-do" attitude and a focus on collaborative solutions. Understanding of 'Secure From The Start' software development practices Experience in security compliance for operational systems Desirable Skills Experience with cloud-based platforms (Azure). Any ITIL-related or project management certifications would be a plus. Familiarity with Snyk & Tenable technologies Understanding of Geospatial Data We'll give you Salary - £ 39,925 - Performance related bonus A competitive pension scheme We adopt flexible working and can consider different working hours dependent on the role and your personal circumstances 25 days annual leave - (rising by 1 day each year to 30 days after five years) bank holidays and an extra 3 days over Christmas Plus, a suite of excellent additional benefits Location: We embrace a hybrid working model at OS and understand there is no one size fits all in relation to how we work. We have a fantastic HQ in Southampton, Hampshire where you can choose whether you work from home, one of our regional offices or spend more time at OSHQ. Security OS conducts DBS background checks for all joiners and some of our roles require additional security clearance, including to SC or DV level in some cases. We will tell candidates at the appropriate time during the recruitment process if additional clearance will be required for this role. Closing date: Sunday, 24 March 2024 We believe diversity and inclusion is about working together - in an encouraging and respectful environment to reach our full potential. We believe combining different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives will help us reach our vision and be trusted and admired across the globe for setting the standards and leading the way. We are looking for passionate people from a range of backgrounds and welcome applications from any race, age, gender, background or religion.
Mar 26, 2024
Full time
Our growing Technology team plays a key role in ensuring OS is at the cutting edge of geospatial capability and is looking for people to join them. Its mission is to work across the business to provide customer centric design and technology services. Join us and you'll have an opportunity to make an impact. To empower projects that deliver real-world benefits across Britain and internationally. To hear our customers say they couldn't have done it without us. And to be central to OS's vision: to be recognised as world leaders in geospatial services; creating location insight for positive impact. About the role Are you a strategic and process-driven leader with a passion for ensuring smooth software delivery, both for new features and ongoing maintenance Business as Usual (BAU)? We're seeking an experienced Operational Lead to guide our software delivery teams and streamline operational excellence across the entire software lifecycle. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy transforming chaos into efficiency, and possess a strong understanding of both BAU and new development, this is the role for you! You will take ownership of a number of existing services and systems. You will be responsible for ensuring that product delivery dates and operational level agreements are met for several regular product refreshes. Clear and timely communications of progress and effective stakeholder management is essential. You will take responsibility for managing incidents, changes and running costs, to ensure that systems experience minimal downtime and that maximum efficiencies are achieved. Where appropriate, you will escalate significant risks or issues to the Capability Delivery Manager. With people leadership experience, you will lead a specialist team to deliver system maintenance requirements against your prioritised roadmap in line with business needs. Working together with the Capability Delivery Manager, you will establish and agree your team's needs for skills and resource. You will engage and influence stakeholders to establish maintenance priorities using your communication and influencing skills. An organised and proactive approach with a 'can do' attitude is essential for success. What You'll Do Collaborate with development and product teams: Bridge the gap to maximise efficiency and timely delivery for BAU, Security and new initiatives. Drive continuous improvement: Identify and implement best practices across the entire software delivery lifecycle (SDLC), encompassing both BAU and new processes. Own and manage operational processes and procedures: Design, document, and refine workflows to eliminate bottlenecks and ensure smooth execution of both BAU and new activities. Manage resource allocation: Anticipate team needs and ensure effective staffing for both BAU and new work. Track KPIs and metrics: Report comprehensive insights on BAU and new activities to inform decision-making. Champion incident management: Facilitate swift resolution of issues for both BAU and new deployments, fostering a culture of proactive problem-solving (for example ITILV4) Manage conformance of operational services to security standards Lead cost optimisation of existing systems, including Azure Hosting and on premises solutions Create plans and support/maintenance roadmaps for services/systems Have responsibility for the management and people leadership of the team, including coaching and development of team skills to meet business needs. What You'll Bring Proven experience as an Operational Lead, Delivery Manager, or equivalent role in a software development setting, with a strong understanding of both BAU and new delivery methodologies. Understanding of agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, etc.) and their application in both BAU and new contexts. Strong grasp of CI/CD principles and automation tools relevant to both BAU and new scenarios. Ability to analyse complex datasets related to BAU and new operations and turn them into actionable insights. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, able to effectively manage diverse stakeholders involved in both BAU and new initiatives. A "can-do" attitude and a focus on collaborative solutions. Understanding of 'Secure From The Start' software development practices Experience in security compliance for operational systems Desirable Skills Experience with cloud-based platforms (Azure). Any ITIL-related or project management certifications would be a plus. Familiarity with Snyk & Tenable technologies Understanding of Geospatial Data We'll give you Salary - £ 39,925 - Performance related bonus A competitive pension scheme We adopt flexible working and can consider different working hours dependent on the role and your personal circumstances 25 days annual leave - (rising by 1 day each year to 30 days after five years) bank holidays and an extra 3 days over Christmas Plus, a suite of excellent additional benefits Location: We embrace a hybrid working model at OS and understand there is no one size fits all in relation to how we work. We have a fantastic HQ in Southampton, Hampshire where you can choose whether you work from home, one of our regional offices or spend more time at OSHQ. Security OS conducts DBS background checks for all joiners and some of our roles require additional security clearance, including to SC or DV level in some cases. We will tell candidates at the appropriate time during the recruitment process if additional clearance will be required for this role. Closing date: Sunday, 24 March 2024 We believe diversity and inclusion is about working together - in an encouraging and respectful environment to reach our full potential. We believe combining different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives will help us reach our vision and be trusted and admired across the globe for setting the standards and leading the way. We are looking for passionate people from a range of backgrounds and welcome applications from any race, age, gender, background or religion.