Package: Competitive Salary + Benefits
Role ID: SF16975
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 Gun Fitter 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 Gun Fitter for large calibre weapons, you will have a role that is out of the ordinary, acting as a vital member of the team. You will be responsible for maintaining weapons systems and supporting large calibre trials at the MoD Shoeburyness site. You will be involved in all aspects of MoD trial support for large calibre weapons and mounting systems, mechanical equipment and explosive materials which are used in human performance and protection capability through QinetiQ’s bespoke test and evaluation services.
Day-to-day, you’ll Support in all aspects of maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing large calibre weapon systems to ensure the safe and serviceable conditions in preparation for trials
Your responsibilities will include:
* Ensure that all weaponry and associated equipment are issued for trial and proof activities
* Provide a variety of preventative, scheduled maintenance and fault rectification
* Provide stakeholder engagement support to the Team Leader for Ordinance, Munitions and Explosives (OME) Engineering
* Conduct a range of risk assessments across relevant equipment, rigs and explosive articles
* Develop professional and technical skills within all aspects of pre-planned and reactive maintenance for a range of trials support
* Provide a variety of support for materials used in human protection through test and evaluation trials
Essential experience of the Gun Fitter:
* Proven experience working with large calibre ordnance and associated equipment
* Demonstrable awareness of risk assessment and health & safety regulations associated with large calibre weapon systems
* Previous experience working with large calibre gun systems
* Demonstrable experience of maintenance, fault finding and repair of various large calibre weapon systems and engineering workshop techniques
Essential qualifications for the Gun Fitter:
* A recognised military large calibre armament apprenticeship, armourer qualification or equivalent experience as a large calibre engineer or armourer
* Computer literacy including knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
* A full clean UK driving licence
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 MoD Shoeburyness.
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. As a QinetiQ employee, you’ll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines and experience enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork, and pulling together, you’ll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture.
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:
We want to make sure that our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible and we aspire to bring out the best in our candidates by creating an environment where everyone feels value, heard and supported. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your Recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.
Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting being completed, applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions, which mean factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in.
Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.
UKSV National Security Vetting Solution: guidance for applicants - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)