Job description for Engineering and Support Operative

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our team at Defence Munitions (DM) Beith as an Engineering Support Operative!

In Defence Munitions we receive, store, maintain and Issue a wide range of munitions used by the UK armed forces to train, protect, and serve worldwide. Our dedicated DM staff collaborate closely with Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S) delivery teams and front-line commands to ensure our troops have the right items at the right time.

In this role, you’ll work under guidance and supervision, supporting a small team in routine processing and engineering maintenance activities. You will also be involved in receiving, storing, maintaining, and issuing of the range of Complex Weapons.

We are looking for hardworking and organized individuals who thrive in a team-oriented, customer-focused environment with tight deadlines. You will demonstrate a proactive approach to risk management and strict adherence to Safe Systems of Work, contributing to team decisions and supporting your colleagues. This entry-level position offers training to develop your skills and experience, preparing you for a successful career with us on exciting and meaningful projects that support the UK’s Armed Forces.

Above all, you must be accountable and diligent about safety processes and procedures, ensuring ammunition and explosives are handled safely, effectively, and consistently.

This position is 100% site based., with standard hours of 37 hours a week on site, Monday – Thursday 7:45 –16:30, and on Friday 7:45 – 12:45.

A medical examination will be required before taking up the post.

Join us in this vital role and contribute to the safety and success of our armed forces!

What you’ll be doing

• Conducting inspections, packing, repacking and marking activities of all Complex Weapons, Explosives items and articles with approved instructions in a safe and recognised manner, complying with local, departmental and national policy and procedures.
• Ensuring that Complex Weapons, explosives items and articles are handled in a safe and efficient manner in compliance with Safe Systems of Work (Approval To Process) including but not limited to authorised procedures, risk assessments, manual handling & COSHH.
• Maintaining a high standard of cleanliness and housekeeping within the explosives / non-explosives processing facilities.
• After training, competently operating a variety of Mechanical Handling Equipment (MHE) including cranes and vehicles in different environments.

 Person specification

To be successful with your application, you’ll need to show that you meet the following essential criteria:

• Basic understanding of IT systems.
• Working within a team.
• Evidence of working through tasks within strict adherence to regulations and procedures.

In addition to the responsibilities above, the following technical competences and behaviours will be assessed at interview:

• Enhancing service support systems – Supervised Practitioner level
• Customer Service – Awareness level
• Working Together – CSBC 2
• Delivering at Pace – CSBC 2

Benefits

• 25 days’ annual leave +1 day a year up to 30 days, 8 bank holidays and a day off for the King’s birthday
• Market-leading average employer pension contribution of 28.97%
• Annual performance-based bonus and recognition awards
• Access to specialist training and funded qualifications
• Support for progression
• Huge range of discounts
• Volunteering days
• Enhanced parental leave schemes

Improving innovation and enriching our culture, diversity of thought is vital to our success. So whether you’re looking for a new opportunity, a next step, or a helping hand as you return from a career break, bring your experiences and help deliver for the defence of tomorrow. Here you’ll find a supportive, family-friendly organisation to be a part of – and if you need any assistance with your application, just let us know.

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Further Information

• Candidate Information Pack: https://bit.ly/DES-Candidate-Information-Pack
• Terms and Conditions: https://bit.ly/DES-SDA-Terms-and-Conditions

Selection Process Details

Your application will go through the following stages of assessment:

1. Pre-sift – We will check that you meet any essential or eligibility criteria that are listed in the Person Specification section of this advert. On your CV, please clearly show how you meet the essential criteria.
2. Sift – Your CV will be assessed against the following categories, using a simple numerical scoring system: Key Achievements; Relevant Experience; Applied Knowledge and Skills. Please follow our guidance on CV writing for best chance of success.
3. Interview – If you’re invited to interview, you’ll be assessed against the Sift categories listed above, as well as the Technical Competences and Behaviours listed in the Person Specification section of this advert.

Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview.

Ready to join us as a Engineering and Support Operative? Apply today.