Job Description

Are you ready to take on an exciting and dynamic role where no two days are the same? We're looking for motivated individuals to join our team as

Warehouse Operatives

at

Defence Munitions Glen Douglas

- a unique and vital part of the Ministry of Defence (MOD). This is your chance to play a key role in supporting the Armed Forces, making a real difference.

As a Warehouse Operative, you'll be at the heart of operations, ensuring the safe and efficient handling of

General Munitions

and

Complex Weapons

. From receiving and storing to maintaining and issuing critical equipment, your work will directly support the MOD's mission to equip the Armed Services. This role offers a fantastic mix of teamwork and independent working, giving you the chance to develop your skills and take on a variety of responsibilities. You'll operate a wide range of mechanical handling equipment in our state-of-the-art warehouses, and you'll also get hands-on experience with tasks like berthing, loading, and unberthing Royal Navy and Royal Fleet Auxiliary ships at our deep-water jetty, as well as operating fixed machinery and securing ISO containers.

We need

multi-skilled, flexible individuals

who thrive in a fast-paced environment. Most importantly, you'll have a passion for safety and a commitment to following strict processes and procedures. Your attention to detail will ensure that ammunition and explosives are handled with the utmost care, maintaining the highest standards of safety and consistency.

This is more than just a job - it's a chance to be part of something bigger. You'll be working in a unique environment, contributing to the defence and security of the nation. Plus, you'll enjoy a

37-hour working week which is 100% site based

, with a schedule that gives you your Friday afternoons free:

Monday to Thursday: 08:00 - 16:30

and

Friday: 08:00 - 13:00

What you'll be doing

Ensure all routine and/or priority receipts and issues are thoroughly checked, and that paperwork or computer records are completed accurately.

Handle munitions and explosives in a safe and efficient manner to comply with Safe Systems of Work.

Assist with packing and unpacking of ISO Containers.

Operate a variety of Mechanical Handling Equipment to carry out various driving duties, including loading, and unloading, delivering, or collecting units, and be proficient in the use of hand tools/wood working equipment as required for their duties. Full training will be provided adhering to Health and Safety regulations.

Assist with all logistics and storage activities to ensure that customers' requirements are met on time and in full, this may include working on-board HM Ships and at other military establishments.

As directed, assist other team members, or carry out additional ad-hoc tasks appropriate to the role.

Maintain a high standard of security, cleanliness and housekeeping within the explosive's storage and processing facilities.

Monitor explosives safety including maintaining explosives limits and environmental conditions within the explosives storage processing facilities.

Ensure all palletised loads are prepared and documented in accordance with the relevant Unit Load Specification.

Please note: Work will be conducted in mixed/varied working environments. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be always worn (and will be provided). Successful candidates will be expected to pass a Mechanical Handling Equipment (MHE) medical before they are permitted to operate any equipment.

Person specification

To be successful with your application, you'll need to show that you meet the following :

Previous warehouse or stock management experience Basic IT skills, including the use of Microsoft Office application tools Hold a Full UK manual transmission driving licence Over the age of 18 years old, due to Explosive Handling Regulations
In addition to the responsibilities above, the following will be assessed at interview:

Core Behaviour 1: Working Together

Core Behaviour 2: Delivering at Pace

Technical Competence 1: Distribution and Warehousing - Awareness

Technical Competence 2: Customer Service - Awareness

Offered benefits

25 days' annual leave +1 day a year up to 30 days, 8 bank holidays and a day off for the King's birthday

Market-leading average employer pension contribution of 28.97%

Annual performance-based bonus and recognition awards

Access to specialist training and funded qualifications

Support for progression

Huge range of discounts

Volunteering days

Enhanced parental leave schemes

Improving innovation and enriching our culture, diversity of thought is vital to our success. So whether you're looking for a new opportunity, a next step, or a helping hand as you return from a career break, bring your experiences and help deliver for the defence of tomorrow. Here you'll find a supportive, family-friendly organisation to be a part of - and if you need any assistance with your application, just let us know.

Further Information

Civil Service Recruitment Principles:

Recruitment Principles - Civil Service Commission

Candidate Information Pack:

https://bit.ly/DES-Candidate-Information-Pack

Terms and Conditions:

https://bit.ly/DES-Terms-and-Conditions

Civil Service Code:

The Code - Civil Service Commission

Any personal data that you provide during the Recruitment process will be treated in accordance with the MOD Privacy Notice which can be accessed here.

Please note as a Disability Confident Leader we want to ensure you receive any reasonable adjustments that you need throughout the recruitment process. If you do require any reasonable adjustments, you can let us know on your online application under the section 'Please indicate and give details of any reasonable adjustments you may require during the recruitment process.

Selection Process Details

Your application will go through the following stages of assessment:

1. Pre-sift - We will check that you meet any essential or eligibility criteria that are listed in the Person Specification section of this advert. On your CV, please clearly show how you meet the essential criteria.

2. Sift - Your CV will be assessed against the following categories, using a simple numerical scoring system: Key Achievements; Relevant Experience; Applied Knowledge and Skills. Please follow our

guidance on CV writing for best chance of success.

3. Interview - If you're invited to interview, you'll be assessed against the Sift categories (CV Review) listed above, as well as the Technical Competences and Behaviours listed in the Person Specification section of this advert.

: In the event of a tied score at interview, the Order of Merit will be distinguished based on the relative importance of the assessed competencies as per the hierarchy below:

1st: Core Behaviour 1

2nd: Core Behaviour 2

3rd: Technical Competencies

4th: CV Review

In the event of a further tie using the method above, we reserve the right to utilise an additional assessment.

Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview.

If you feel that your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance you should contact department via email: DESHR-WSC-PMOCOMPLAINTS@mod.gov.uk. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission: Recruitment Complaints - Civil Service Commission

Declaration of Outside Interests.

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.

Offering at a lower level

If you're not successful at interview, we may offer you a role at a lower level if this is a match for your skills and experience. If this applies to your application, you'll be scored against criteria for the lower-level role and offers will be made in merit order. If you accept this position, you'll be able to take advantage of opportunities to develop your career as part of our team.

Ready to join us as a Warehouse Operator? Apply today

Please note the application window for this role closes Sunday 27th July at 11:55 am.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 24,600.00-26,600.00 per year

Additional pay:

Performance bonus
Benefits:

Additional leave Company pension Free parking On-site parking Transport links
Schedule:

Flexitime Monday to Friday
Work Location: Remote

Reference ID: 2352