This post sits within the Quartermasters Department of Blandford Garrison Support Unit. The team complete a wide range of functions, but the primary aim is to provide support to 11 (RSS) Signal Regiment Phase Two and Three training, ensuring that all training resources are available, including accommodation, stationery and equipment. In addition to ensuring the training estate is maintained and the correct equipment is supplied to the instructors, the Quartermasters Department looks after both the hard and soft facilities management of all areas of Blandford Garrison.

Blandford Garrison Support Unit sits within The Defence School of Communications and Information Systems (DSCIS) under the Defence College of Technical Training (DCTT), which is responsible for delivering all technical training across Defence to meet the operational demands of the Royal Navy, British Army and Royal Air Force.  

DCTT has 2,500 military, civil service and contractor staff based across six locations and we value our diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage mutual respect, actively foster kindness and fairness, and promote a healthy work-life balance. We invest in our people, offering career and personal development opportunities and recognising staff efforts and commitments.  

This position is advertised at 37 hours per week Monday to Friday. Due to the nature of the duties, hybrid / remote working is not supported.

The job holder will be a key part of the Quartermasters team, delivering G4 support to the units and personnel of Blandford Camp. Key duties include (but are not limited to):

• Assisting the Technical Facilities Management SQMS with the day to day running of resupply/removal of furniture within technical and living accommodation (1302 bed spaces and c.25 office blocks, this includes all aspects of Hard FM/Soft FM within technical areas of Blandford Garrison. This task will include manual labour under direction of the QM, TFM SQMS or Line Manager.
• Assistant to the SQMS (Gen) with deliveries and accounting stock checks as required (including ammunition).
• Any unforeseen work directed by QM/TFM SQMS or Line Manager.
• The TFM SQMS assistant will be required to cross train in order to assist the Accommodation storekeeper, ensuring there is continued support across the department during times of increased activity, leave or sickness.
• Manage all keys in the QM Dept and any other additional tasks as directed by the Chain of Command.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a busy, important team with Blandford Garrison and gain valuable experience and qualifications along the way.

The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, self-motivated, flexible and adaptable to changing requirements. You will have excellent verbal and written communication skills and will be able to demonstrate good customer service skills. You will also be IT proficient, particularly with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Qualifications

Within their application, candidates must clearly articulate their experience against the following selection criteria:

Essential Criteria

• Good level of IT skill/proficiency (familiarity with using Microsoft Office products: Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good level of customer service skills

Desirable criteria:

• Cat C1 driving licence (fully funded training provided to gain licence)
• Forklift licence (fully funded training provided to gain licence)
• Experience of using Management Information Systems (MIS such as records databases or information tools) for the delivery of core business outputs (training provided).
• Manual Handling Skills/Understanding (training provided)
• Authorised Representative Dangerous Goods by Road (training provided)

The successful applicant will be required to complete the MOD Mandatory training appropriate to their grade.

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

• Leadership
• Delivering at Pace
• Working Together

We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form:

• Delivering at Pace
• Working Together

• A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%
• Learning and development tailored to your role and career aspirations.
• An environment with flexible working options.
• A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity.
• 25 days paid annual leave rising by 1 day per completed year of service to a maximum 30 days. 
• Eight public holidays per year, plus 1 days grant leave for HM The King's birthday. 
• Ability to roll over up to 10 days annual leave per year. 
• 6 days special leave per year for volunteering activities. 
• A wide range of Defence discounts, such as Healthcare, Insurance, Motoring, company discounts with Virgin, Vodafone, and Microsoft Office. Find more discounts at  https://discovermybenefits.mod.gov.uk/civilian/all-benefits/  
• Advance of pay to purchase travel season tickets or cycle to work scheme (upon completion of 6 months service). 
• Over 60 growing staff Networks to join. 
• Enhanced maternity, parental and adoption leave. 
• Employee Assistance Programme to support your well-being. 
• Gymnasium (£10 annual contributory membership) with up to date cardiovascular and static weight equipment and Gym classes. 
• On-site retail catering outlets offering refreshments as well as subsidised staff canteens. 
• Subsidised cinema showing latest releases.
• Free onsite parking.
• Free access to Royal Signals Museum

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/.

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Job contact :

• Name : Mr Dan Corben
• Email : [email protected]

Recruitment team

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