Demilitarisation, Static Detonation Chamber

**Title**:
Demilitarisation, Static Detonation Chamber (SDC) Operations Lead
**Location**:
Southend-on-Sea, England, United Kingdom
**Role Type**:
Permanent - Full Time
**Package**: Competitive Salary + Benefits
**Role ID**: SF18253
Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we’re not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting edge defence technology to ground breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as a Static Detonation Chamber Operations Lead at our Shoeburyness site, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.
**The Role**:
As a Static Detonation Operations Lead you will be responsible for overseeing full operations, maintenance and safety protocols of the SDC facility being responsible for all aspects of its safe operation.
Day-to-day, you’ll be responsible for developing capability within the team developing an effective working environment whilst meeting requirements of the business.
**Your responsibilities will include**:
Being responsible for mentoring members of your team through change initiatives
Developing capability within your team in line with the TL Demilitarisation Ops Managers recommendations
Developing an effective working environment that facilitates vibrant and collaborative working
Being recognised as an SME in regards to all aspects of Ordnance munitions and explosives internally with colleagues and the wider community
Creating collaborative working relationships improving team capability
**Essential experience of the Static Detonation Operations Lead**:
Experience in managing industrial or military demilitarisation operations
A high degree of acumen of safety regulations and environmental compliance related to munitions destruction/disposal
Previous experience working in a leadership role
The ability to develop, manage and build collaborative environments
Essential qualifications for the Static Detonation Operations Lead:
Recognised EOD qualifications at operator level or industry equivalent
We value difference and we don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.
This role is 37 hours per week based at our Shoeburyness site. This role is a fully on-site role.
QinetiQ Shoeburyness is a significant test and evaluation facility specialising in defence and security technologies. The site is focused on Environmental Testing including the evaluation of various ordnance, explosives and related systems. Implementing measures to ensure that testing activities comply with environmental regulations and minimise ecological impact.
Why Join QinetiQ?
As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there’s never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges.
Our Benefits
Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
**Employee discount portal**: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more
We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community
**Our Recruitment Process**:
Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.