UK Ministry of Defence
ISM Project Support Officer
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Job Summary
The Defence Nuclear Organisation (DNO) is responsible for the provision of the nuclear deterrent, encompassing our submarines and nuclear warheads, while also advising on UK nuclear planning and fostering international co-operation on nuclear matters. With a multidisciplinary team of over 700 professionals, the DNO brings together expertise in science, engineering, finance, policy, programme delivery, and more. We work in partnership with the Royal Navy, the Submarine Delivery Agency and the Atomic Weapons Establishment as the Defence Nuclear Enterprise (DNE).
Here at DNO we strongly believe that diversity and inclusion is not only the right thing to do but is also essential for a thriving and successful organisation. We have a culture where differences are celebrated, and our people feel supported, included and empowered. Join us and be part of an organisation that truly values diversity and inclusion and makes a positive impact on the world.
This is a genuinely exciting time to join the Ministry of Defence and work at the heart of the UK's strategic nuclear deterrent. Within the Defence Nuclear Organisation (DNO), the Warhead Directorate is responsible for delivering and sustaining the UK's nuclear warhead capability, ensuring a safe, secure and effective stockpile now and into the future.
The Integrated Stockpile Management (ISM) Directorate is responsible for the development, delivery and support of the current in-service Trident Mk4A Re-Entry System, future technologies, and the replacement Mk7 Re-Entry System. Working across the Defence Nuclear Enterprise with the Atomic Weapons Establishment (AWE), Royal Navy and other key stakeholders, ISM acts as the MOD intelligent customer throughout the capability lifecycle, from concept and development through to in-service support and eventual disposal.
This role sits within the Integrated Stockpile Organisation (ISO) and provides vital programme support to ensure the successful delivery of Mk4A capability. The post holder will support project governance, risk and issue management, stakeholder engagement, and business case development, contributing directly to the sustainment of a nationally critical capability that underpins the UK's Continuous At-Sea Deterrent.
This post is advertised at 37 hours per week.
Job Description
The successful candidate will join the Integrated Stockpile Organisation (ISO) within the Integrated Stockpile Management (ISM) Directorate, supporting the delivery and sustainment of the UK's Trident Mk4A Re-Entry System and related stockpile capabilities. The role provides essential project and programme support to ensure effective delivery of a nationally critical capability that underpins the UK's Continuous At-Sea Deterrent.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Supporting project and programme management activities across the Mk4A portfolio, ensuring plans, schedules and priorities remain aligned to programme objectives.
- Conducting risk, issue, assumption and dependency reviews with project stakeholders, maintaining accurate records and ensuring regular reviews are undertaken to support effective project control and decision-making.
- Developing and maintaining productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders to secure specialist resources and support programme delivery, including engagement with UK and US partners where required.
- Supporting change management activities, including working with contractors and monitoring progress against change control notifications.
- Producing and maintaining business cases to ensure the continued availability of the engineering and scientific expertise needed to meet current and future programme requirements.
- Providing regular progress reporting to the Programme Office, escalating issues and risks as appropriate, and supporting the governance processes necessary for successful delivery.
- Contributing to projects and services that support the in-service stockpile system, helping to sustain nuclear warhead capability and assure Continuous At-Sea Deterrent (CASD).
- Options to run smaller projects or tasks once familiar with the role.
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This role offers the opportunity to work with a wide range of stakeholders across the Defence Nuclear Enterprise, contributing directly to the delivery and sustainment of one of the UK's most important national security capabilities.
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications
- Project Management Fundamentals Qualification or equivalent experience
Essential Skills
- Experience of working in a business/resource management area with Stakeholder Engagement.
Essential Experience
- Working within a Programme Office or Project environment
Desirable Qualifications
- MSP qualification or equivalent experience, Nuclear Weapons Foundation Course, Risk Management Awareness, Project planning awareness, Project governance and reporting.
Behaviours
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
- Communicating and Influencing
- Delivering at Pace
- Making Effective Decisions
- Working Together
We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form:
- Communicating and Influencing
Benefits
Alongside your salary of £37,720, Ministry of Defence contributes £10,927 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window).
- Learning and development tailored to your role
- An environment with flexible working options
- A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
- A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%
The post does not offer relocation expenses.
External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six-month probation period.
Please Note: Expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed.
Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts.
Any move to MOD from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/.
The Ministry of Defence is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its staff which includes educating them on the benefits of not smoking, protecting them from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke and supporting those who want to give up smoking. Under the Smoke-Free Working Environment policy, Smoking and the use of all tobacco products (including combustible and chewing tobacco products) will not be permitted anywhere in the Defence working environment however some exemptions are in place, please refer to local guidance. The policy is Whole Force and includes all Defence personnel, contractors, visitors and other non-MOD personnel. All applicants seeking, considering, or accepting employment with the Ministry of Defence should be aware of this policy and that it is already in place at a number of Defence Establishments.
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Selection Process Details
This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.
This post is classed as ‘Reserved’ as per the Civil Service Nationality Rules. For further information please see the attached document.
Candidates can apply online via the Civil Service Jobs website by completing the application form before the deadline shown. Apply using the Civil Service Jobs apply button, filling in all required details in all sections. Using the Success Profiles link for information on format and style, ensure you provide evidence for all Behaviours and Experience sections requested in the appropriate competency style.
Please note that not following the appropriate format will mean that you may be unable to reach the required grades for sift or interview.
Candidates will be required to complete an online CV template to include job history/qualification details/previous skills and experience. Please also include any relevant responsibilities and achievements.
Candidates will be required to provide a Personal Statement of Suitability which should be a maximum of 500 words that sets out your motivation for applying and shows how your skills and experience meet the essential/desirable requirements for the role.
At sift, you will be assessed against your CV, Personal Statement and the following Behaviour:
- Communicating and Influencing
At interview, you will be assessed against your Experience the following Behaviours:
- Delivering at Pace
- Making Effective Decisions
- Working Together
The requirements for the role have been benchmarked and these will be used to sift all candidates, with those meeting the minimum requirements invited to interview.
Interviews will be conducted face to face at AWE Aldermaston and MOD Abbey Wood.
Candidates who are found to meet an acceptable standard at interview but are not successful in one of the advertised posts may be considered for similar roles within the Business Unit.
You will also be expected to achieve Developed Vetting clearance, above the normal clearance level expected for the MoD.
The Defence Nuclear Organisation plays a vital role in supporting the delivery of the UK’s independent strategic nuclear deterrent. To help enhance security, staff working for the DNO are encouraged to always exercise a high level of discretion in sharing information or talking about their work. As part of the application process, we ask that you do not tell anyone other than your partner or close family member about your application to join the DNO. You should not mention your application on social media or discuss it with anyone else at this stage.
Further Information:
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet
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