The SWS Future Organisation Manager (SWS-FOM) is part of the Director Weapon (D.W.) MoD intelligent customers team. D.W. is responsible for the management and delivery of all Strategic and Tactical weapons support to Continuous at Sea Deterrence (CASD). The site is managed and controlled by a MoD Authority with site activities supported by 3 contracts: The Future Maritime Support Programme (FMSP), the In-Service Support Contract (ISSC) and Strategic Weapons Systems Outsourcing Contract (SWSOC). All contracts are subject to renewal/replacement with the SWSOC contract expiring Dec 2027. The SWS Future Organisation Manager (SWS FOM) will lead the development of the new SWS operating model between Navy Command, Defence Nuclear Organisation and Chief Strategic System Executive and develop the new SWS contract model with our Industrial Partners (IP). Whilst the focus will be on the SWSOC replacement contract, SWS FOM will be responsible for alignment and integration of the SWSOC (R) with the replacement contracts for both ISSC and FMSP. Tasks Include: To provide direct support to Director Weapons to develop the MoD SWS operating and commercial model. To recruit and manage a small team to manage the replacement SWSOC contract. (subject to Navy Command approval) To develop a HMNB(C) SWS operating model options for evaluation and approvals Maintain all project records. Prepare and maintain reports to the SWS Output Board, (SWS OB), the One Clyde Mission Delivery Group (OCMDG) and 2 Trident Delivery Group (TDG) To manage and implement the SWS operating model directed by the TDG To develop IP contract arrangements in-conjunction with NC, CSSE and DNO and HMNB(C) Subject Management Experts (S.M.E) To work in-conjunction with the Naval Support Integrated Global Network (NSIGN) and In Service Support contract teams to ensure SWSOC(R) is fully integrated with these contracts. To identify new support/enabling requirements from NSIGN in support of HMNB(C) SWS activities. Person specification Candidates shall be proven strong communicators, who enjoy both leading and collaborating to achieve common goals. Candidates should have the ability to effectively manage and prioritise their own workload. Additionally, the successful candidate will have experience of making effective decisions and working at pace in varied tasks and projects. The candidate should have SWS programme experience, specifically in operations management. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Changing and Improving Communicating and Influencing Seeing the Big Picture Leadership Technical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: Management of the Nuclear Weapon Programme Benefits Alongside your salary of 59,690, Ministry of Defence contributes 17,292 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. Alongside your salary of 59690, Ministry of Defence contributes 17,292 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. As a Civil Servant, you will be part of a forward-looking organisation with inclusive workplace policies, excellent career prospects, and a job that makes a difference. Learning and development tailored to your role. This job role may be suitable for hybrid working, which is an informal, non-contractual and voluntary arrangement, blending a balance of attendance in the workplace (the permanent duty station, (HMNB Clyde), which is based on business assessment of where the work is best done) and working from home as a personal choice (if the role is suitable for this). If you are successful, any opportunities for hybrid working will be discussed with you prior to you taking up your post. Navy Command prides itself on being a supportive employer and where possible encourages flexible working, helping you to maintain a great work/life balance. Other benefits for Navy Command Civil Servants include: 25 days paid annual leave rising (1 day per year) to 30 days upon completion of 5 years service A very competitive pension scheme Personal & professional development Alternative & Hybrid 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 On-site Facilities (gymnasium, Ski Club, recreational shopping mall, caf, messing facilities etc) Free Car Parking Assisted Travel Scheme An environment with flexible working options A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% This post offers First Appointment Expenses to new recruits to the Civil Service to assist with costs incurred as a result of relocation or move of home (HM Revenue and Customs restrictions apply). Reimbursement of expenses up to the value of 8k will apply only when a move of home is deemed to be necessary. Where business needs allow, some roles may be suitable for a combination of office and home-based working. This is a non-contractual arrangement where all office-based employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in office, subject to capacity and any required workplace adjustments. Requirements to attend other locations for official business, or work in another MOD office, will also count towards this level of attendance. Applicants can request further information regarding how this may work in their team from the Vacancy Holder (see advert for contact details). Defence Business Services cannot respond to any questions about working arrangements. 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 Things you need to know Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills. Candidates will be required to provide CV details to include job history; qualification details and previous skills and experience. Candidates will be required to provide a statement of suitability. Behaviours During the Application stage, candidates will be assessed against the following behaviours; Changing and Improving Communicating and Influencing Seeing the Bigger Picture Leadership When choosing your Behaviour examples, please make sure you use real life scenarios that relate to your own experiences. Whilst technology may help to enhance your written submission, presenting the ideas of others or those generated by technology, could result in your application being rejected. During the Interview stage, candidates will be assessed against the following behaviours; Changing and Improving Communicating and Influencing Seeing the Bigger Picture Leadership Technical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: Nuclear Competence 2.1 Management of the Nuclear Weapon Programme The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. There is a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. If you need to advise us that you need additional help or reasonable adjustments for the recruitment process, please contact: DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3mod.gov.uk. As a result of the changes to the UK immigration rules which came in to 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. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Security Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is developed vetting (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) .