Navy Command - Joint Tactical Operations Cell Watchkeeper 2

Job description

Job summary

At Navy Command, we lead, support, and sustain the Royal Navy across every theatre of operations. We coordinate the people, platforms, and missions that keep the Fleet ready for todays challenges and tomorrows opportunities. Together, we uphold centuries of naval tradition while driving innovation that ensures the Royal Navys readiness to protect our nation and secure our future.

As the authority for the Royal Navys nuclear submarine capability, the Submarine Directorate oversees one of the most complex and critical elements of UK defence. Covering everything fromin - servicemanagement tolong - termfleet modernisation, the directorate ensures the Submarine Flotillaremainssafe, reliable, and ready to meet national security requirements.

You'll be based at HMNB Devonport, the largest naval base in Western Europe and a powerhouse of Royal Navy capability. It is home to amphibious ships, survey squadrons, submarines, and of the frigate force. With its unique nuclear refitting facility, Devonport ensures the Fleet remains ready to support operations worldwide.

This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.

Job description

The Joint Tactical Operations Cell (JTOC) Watchkeepers primary purpose, as the Naval Base Commanders joint tactical integration representative, is to provide initial response and assume command and control of any incident affecting the Devonport site. The JTOC Watchkeeper will run the day to day aspects of the functioning of the Devonport site, including, but not limited to oversight of safety, security and operations. The JTOC Watchkeeper will be on base and contactable at all times of day and night every day of the year.

What you'll be doing:

• The JTOC Watchkeeper is responsible to the Operations Cell Manager for the day to day running and integration of all site activity and has the authority to suspend, prioritise and delay activity as required to achieve NBCDs and broader site priorities
• The JTOC watchkeeper will maintain situational awareness of site activity to exercise NBCs integration authority when activities might conflict to the detriment of safety, security or operational output.
• To act as the Initial Incident Commander responsible for the safety and security of the Devonport site and personnel thereon for any emergency affecting those sites until relieved by the appropriate response Commander.
• To act as the Initial Incident Commander responsible for the Devonport site as part of the Nuclear Emergency Response Organisation (NERO) and personnel thereon for any Nuclear Emergency affecting those sites until relieved by response Commander
• In the event of any emergency affecting the Devonport site, once relieved of Initial Incident Commander duties by the appropriate response Commander, to act in support of the Incident Commander.
• Maintain an overview of base wide operations within NBC Devonports area to give the Base, Industry Partners and site units commands adequate notice of relevant events and incidents.
• To support the MDP Shift Commander in the response to a Security Incident iaw Site Security Orders and relevant Operational Orders.
• Co-ordinate the weekly Ops Planning Meeting and weekly 1* Brief.
• Liaise with the appropriate Babcock duty manager on all site significant infrastructure issues, in particular in determining the priority for defects on base security systems in silent hours iaw the BSyO/Babcock MOU on the subject.
• In the absence of BSyO/SYO deal with cases of security access referred to the JTOC Watchkeeper by MGS or host departments and civilian contractors based at HMNB Devonport. All requests for access must be documented and passed to Base Security on a daily basis.
• Ensure that the NBC, DNBC and Base MOD Media Team are aware of any incidents or events that may (or have) attracted media attention.

Shift Pattern

The successful candidate will spend up to 3 months (dependent on prior experience) working normal working hours to learn the new role. Once you have completed your training you will join the watchbill, which follows the routine below:

3 x 12 hour day shifts

1 day watch leave

4 x 12 hour night shifts

6 days watch leave

This cycle repeats 5 times and is followed by 21days off, which includes watch and annual leave. Periodically, there may be a requirement to conduct administration for mandatory training.

Rosters and watchkeeping bills can me reviewed by the MOD centrally.

Person specification

The ideal candidates for these roles will have extensive experience of working in high pressure environments and be able to prioritise competing requirements to make rationale decisions to support the output of the base and ultimately defence.

Candidates for this role must have experience of building relationships with and managing the expectations of multi agency stakeholders as the role will require this on a day to day basis, liaising with MOD Lodger Units, Site Business Units and the main Industrial Partner as well as varied off site agencies.

You must be able to demonstrate problem solving ability and the vision to enable activity, looking for opportunities to deliver and meet NBC's aim.

Successful candidates will have a demonstrable record of delivering results through drawing on the strengths of those working with them, who they do not have line management responsibilities for.

A background in Defence is desirable, but not essential, but candidates must demonstrate a knowledge of strategic defence aims in order to be able to successfully carry out this role.

Successful candidates will have to demonstrate strong communication skills in a variety of mediums.

A background in emergency incident management is highly desirable.

To be successful with your application,you'llneed to show that you meet the following essential criteria:

Professional / External Qualifications

• Minimum UK Regulated Qualification Framework Level 5 qualification.
• Extensive experience of Business and/or Defence leadership / management.
• Experienced and confident in the use of MS Office applications, in particular MSWord, Teams, Excel and PowerPoint.

Memberships

Essential

• Recognised programme or project management qualification or experience as agreed with Ops Cell Manager.

Learning and Development

Post-joining Essential

• Nuclear Emergency Procedures Course, Local Emergency Procedures Course, Mandatory training as appropriate (security, health and safety, fire, information management, unconscious bias, equality and diversity, DSE and DSAI). Media Training.

Qualifications
Minimum UK Regulated Qualification Framework Level 5 qualification.

Memberships
Recognised programme or project management qualification OR experience as agreed with Ops Cell Manager.

Behaviours

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Working Together
• Delivering at Pace
• Making Effective Decisions

Benefits

Alongside your salary of 46,040, Ministry of Defence contributes 13,337 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).

• 25 days paid annual leave rising (1 day per year) to 30 days upon completion of 5 years service
• Market-leading employer pension contribution of 28.97%

• Personal & professional development

• Alternative working patterns for many roles

• Access to a confidential, professional support service

• Discount schemes

• Bicycle / season-ticket loans

• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

• Special paid leave to volunteer (up to 6 days a year)

In Navy Command we believe that everyone has the potential to make a difference andyoullbe supported through your learning journey and your career. This can include working towards membership of a professional body and/or undertaking an apprenticeship as part of your role.

Youllhave access to a variety of qualifications pathways ranging from GCSE/A-Level equivalent all the way up to masters degree, depending on your role, yourpreviousskillsand your experience. Some qualifications even include on-the-job training which means minimal disruption to your working day but maximum impact

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.

MOD Recruitment Satisfaction Survey We may contact you regarding your experience to help us improve our customer satisfaction. The survey is voluntary and anonymous. You may however be given the opportunity to provide additional information to help us improve our service which includes the collection of some personal data as defined by the United Kingdom General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). The MOD Privacy Policy Notice sets out how we will use your personal data and your rights.

Things you need to know

Artificial intelligence
Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance (opens in a new window) for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.

Selection process details

This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window) , and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.

As part of Defence Reform, Navy Command continues to review and evolve its Target Operating Model to support more agile ways of working. In this context, the role and responsibilities of this role may develop over time to reflect changing business priorities and opportunities.

Candidates will be required to provide CV details to include job history and qualification details.

Personal Statement:

Candidates will be required to provide a statement of suitability. ( 500 word count)

At sift , candidates will be assessed against their CV and Statement of suitability.

At interview , candidates will be assessed against the following:

Behaviours:

• Working Together
• Delivering at Pace
• Making Effective Decisions

The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

There may be occasions where it is not practicable or appropriate to interview all DCS candidates that meet the minimum criteria for the job. For example, in certain recruitment situations such as a high volume of applications, seasonal demand, or peak periods, the employer may wish to limit the overall number of interviews offered to both DCS and non-DCS applicants.

As a result of the changes to the UK immigration rules which came into effect on 1 January 2021, the Ministry of Defence will only offer sponsorship for a skilled worker visa under the points-based system, where a role has been deemed to be business critical. This role does not meet that category, and we will not sponsor a visa. It is therefore NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points-based system.

Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected and any provisional offer of employment withdrawn.

The Ministry of Defence requires all candidates who are successful at interview to declare any outside interests. These declarations will be discussed with successful candidates following the interview process and before a formal offer of employment is made, as some outside interests may not be compatible with MOD civilian roles. This will not, in the majority of cases, prevent employment in MOD, but it is a measure that must be taken to ensure that appropriate mitigations can be put in place to manage any potential, perceived or actual conflicts of interest from the first day of employment.

The Ministry of Defence adopts a zero-tolerance approach to unacceptable behaviours, which includes bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, discrimination, and victimisation. You will not be eligible and will not be considered for this post if you have been dismissed from a role for such unacceptable behaviours within the last five years. This will also apply if you resign or otherwise leave a role but, because of an adverse decision, would have been dismissed for gross misconduct had you continued in that employment. Pre-employment checks will be carried out.

CANDIDATE INFORMATION

Please read this document prior to completing your application.

Please note: internal candidates must include their staff number when prompted during the application process.

Should you have any queries relating to the vacancy information or sift and interview process, please contact the recruiting line manager using the contact details listed on the vacancy. Please do not direct vacancy related queries to the recruitment team as they will be unable to advise.

FURTHER INFORMATION

CVs

Should the selection process require a CV, you will be prompted to complete the required criteria during the application process. CVs sent directly to the recruiting line manager will be deleted immediately to maintain anonymity.

Civil Servants (all grades)

Applicants should monitor their Civil Service Jobs application centre regularly for updates.

Some of MoDs Terms and Conditions of Service (TACOS) changed from 3 February 2014. Those TACOS changes applied to Broader Banded and Skill Zone staff who were new recruits to MoD or who were appointed to a post on substantive promotion, progression or advancement. On the same basis, the TACOS for Departmental Retained Grades changed with effect from 01 September 2014.

Applicants should be aware that any move across the Civil Service on or after 5 October 2018 may have implications on an employees ability to carry on claiming childcare vouchers.

Please see link below to Civil Service Recruitment Principles http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/RECRUITMENT-PRINCIPLES-April-2018-FINAL-.pdf

Please see the MOD Privacy notice which informs how we will use your personal data, explains your rights and gives you information you are entitled to under Data Protection legislation.

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/ministry-of-defence-privacy-notice/mod-privacy-notice

Non Civil Servants

All employees joining MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a 6-month probation period effective from the employment start date.

COMPLAINTS

Please be aware that the selection and interviewing of applicants is the responsibility of the Recruiting Line Manager (RLM) and not the Defence Business Services (DBS) Resourcing team. DBS does not play any part in the selection and interview process itself.

Therefore, if you wish to discuss your feedback, or you are dissatisfied with your markings, you should in the first instance raise this with the Recruiting Line Manager of the vacancy.

If you are dissatisfied with the service you have received from DBS, or believe that DBS has failed to follow the recruitment process in line with the Civil Service Commission principles of selection for appointment on merit on the basis of Fair and Open competition, you can raise a formal complaint. by writing to DBS at the following address:

Defence Business Services

Scanning Hub

Room 6124

Tomlinson House

Norcross Lane

Blackpool

FY5 3WP

FOR EXTERNAL VACANCIES If after raising your complaint with DBS you remain dissatisfied you can complain directly to the Civil Service Commission at the following address:

Civil Service commission

Room G/8

1 Horse Guards Road

London

SW1A 2HQ

Or by email: [email protected]

Cabinet Office Fraud Checks

Applicants who are successful at interview will be, as part of pre-employment screening, subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicant whose details are found to be held on the IFD will be refused employment

Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Security

Successful candidates must undergo a basic (or equivalent) criminal record check.

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check (opens in a new window) .

See our vetting charter (opens in a new window) .

People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.

Nationality requirements
Open to UK nationals only.

Working for the Civil Service

The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.

We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window) .

The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.

Diversity and Inclusion
The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window) .

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Contact point for applicants
Job contact :

• Name : [email protected]
• Email : [email protected]

Recruitment team

• Email : [email protected]

Further information

Please ensure you read the attached candidate information document prior to completing your application.If you are dissatisfied with the service you have received from DBS, or believe that DBS has failed to follow the recruitment process in line with the Civil Service Commission principles of selection for appointment on merit on the basis of Fair and Open competition, you can raise a formal complaint by writing to DBS at the following address: Defence Business Services, Scanning Hub, Room 6124, Tomlinson House, Norcross Lane, Blackpool, FY5 3WP. If after raising your complaint with DBS youremaindissatisfied you can complain directly to the Civil Service Commission at the following address:Civil Service commission, Room G/8, 1 Horse Guards Road, London, SW1A 2HQ Or by email:[email protected].

Attachments Navy Candidate Attraction Pack Opens in new window (pdf, 7954kB) Defence Civil Service Offer Opens in new window (pdf, 1562kB) Navy Candidate Information Guide Opens in new window (pdf, 1513kB) Defence Internal Brief Notice.doc Opens in new window (docx, 330kB)