Lead Craft Maintenance Coordinator

3 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Ministry of Defence Full time

Job Overview

This is an exceptional opportunity to become part of the MOD Civil Service, collaborating with Royal Marines to provide essential support for Amphibious training and trials of new equipment aimed at fulfilling Defence objectives. This role, based at a key operational site, offers a diverse, fulfilling, and dynamic work environment. Are you passionate about enhancing engineering administrative support to sustain operational readiness? We seek a dedicated individual committed to improving the experiences of our Royal Marines and the MOD Civil Servants who assist in their missions.

Are you a proactive and diligent professional? One who is driven to contribute to Navy Command's mission of preparing a Royal Navy for current and future challenges by developing and delivering services for tomorrow? Continuous Amphibious Readiness is a cornerstone of the Royal Navy's objectives. The Commando Raiding Group Royal Marines plays a pivotal role in maintaining the Commando Force's amphibious capabilities. Within this group, the Squadron facilitates trials and development of cutting-edge amphibious equipment, delivering specialized training on various vehicles and vessels to project and sustain forces from the sea.

The Craft Maintenance Supervisor is essential in ensuring we achieve our goals by overseeing all equipment documentation and corrective maintenance of craft, which is vital to meet the demands of operational readiness. This position is busy, engaging, and critical to our ability to conduct current and future operations safely and efficiently.

Role Responsibilities

The Craft Maintenance Supervisor will provide vital support for the maintenance and inspection of Craft equipment, directly contributing to the output of the Squadron.

Main responsibilities include:

  • Ensuring the proper maintenance of Craft.
  • Supervising and documenting routine and corrective maintenance of machinery and associated systems.
  • Maintaining detailed records to comply with audit and assurance requirements using appropriate MOD IT systems, with full training provided.
  • Acting as Deputy Harbour Master.
  • Serving as Deputy Building Manager.

There may also be opportunities to collaborate with other units to fulfill job responsibilities, which could involve occasional overnight stays for which travel and subsistence allowances will apply, in accordance with existing policies.

Candidate Profile

As the Craft Maintenance Supervisor, you will collaborate with various departments to support Amphibious Trials and Training, assisting the Landing Craft Utility crew with basic maintenance or supporting lifting operations, sometimes during unsocial hours, for which additional compensation will be provided per current MOD policy.

You will also be tasked with sourcing necessary equipment spares to ensure operational continuity.

Depending on your experience and qualifications, travel, including overnight stays, may be necessary to complete essential training for the role.

Licensing Requirements

A full UK driving licence with Category B entitlement is required due to the remote nature of the operational site.

Key Competencies

We will evaluate you against the following competencies during the selection process:

  • Managing a Quality Service
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Delivering Results Efficiently

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, the Ministry of Defence contributes significantly towards your membership in the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. The offer also includes:

  • Tailored learning and development opportunities
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • A culture that promotes inclusion and diversity
  • A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%
  • 25 days of paid annual leave, increasing with service
  • Access to confidential professional support services
  • Discount schemes
  • Bicycle and season ticket loans
  • Enhanced family leave policies
  • Special paid leave for volunteering
  • Access to a fully equipped gym
  • Onsite dining facilities
  • Parking facilities
  • Administrative Officer Allowance

New recruits to the MOD who are entering the Civil Service will undergo a six-month probation period.

As a civil servant in Navy Command, you will join a forward-thinking organization with inclusive workplace policies, excellent career advancement opportunities, and a role that contributes meaningfully to national defense.

Navy Command is committed to being a supportive employer, encouraging flexible working arrangements to help maintain a healthy work-life balance.

We believe that everyone has the potential to make a significant impact, and you will receive support to develop and advance your career, including pathways to professional qualifications through apprenticeships.

Apprenticeships combine work and training, providing you with professional knowledge and practical experience while minimizing disruption to your role.

Successful candidates will have the opportunity to discuss their development options with their manager upon starting the position.

Please note that travel expenses incurred for interviews will not be reimbursed.

The Ministry of Defence is dedicated to ensuring a safe and healthy working environment, including initiatives to promote a smoke-free workplace.

We may contact you regarding your experience with our recruitment process to enhance our customer satisfaction.



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