Babcock is the UK's leading engineering support services organisation employing over 28,000 people across the world. Babcock offer a hugely diverse number of career options.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of an organisation recognised for their outstanding training performance and a desire to instruct, guide and deliver subject matter expertise.
 
As a maritime trainer of choice Babcock has been delivering world-class support for two decades to the Royal Navy and commercial customers both in the UK and Internationally.
 
This role offers an opportunity to work on cutting edge technology within the military environment and train the next generation through their service career.
 
General Description of Job
 
To deliver high quality training in line with Company standards and contractual requirements
FOAP(T) operates within an era of severe budgetary pressure for the MoD; as such all employees are required to:

• Continually improve the way they contribute to the business
• Ensure that they are best equipped to support future change
• Ensure that they work in an effective collaborative manner with MoD staff, displaying the appropriate behaviours at all times

 
Main Tasks
 

• To provide instruction in the application of engineering principles and how they relate to the operation, maintenance, diagnosis and repair of Weapon Engineering Systems in accordance with the training plan and Babcock TQMS.  Typical disciplines include electronics, weapons, communications, radar, sonar, control and workshops skill of hand.
• To assist in maintaining and updating training documentation.
• To assess student course work and provide feedback on performance
• To be responsible for the duty of care of trainees during the delivery of training.
• To carry out the level 0 and level 1 training equipment maintenance for which suitable qualifications and experience are held.
• Ensure Company health, safety and environmental procedures are implemented and complied with at all times.
• To carry out the duties of Safety Warden and First Aider if required, having completed the necessary training

 
Technical Experience and Qualifications
 
Essential

• Consolidated experience (within last 5 years), or directly employed in, the application of engineering principles.
• Experience in the application of engineering principles associated with courses that they are employed to instruct and/or maintain,  (ideally within last 5 years)
• ECDL or equivalent proficiency in using IT (hardware/software) within the workplace

 
Desirable

• Previous instructional experience in a military environment (ideally within last 5 years)
• Experience in the development of engineering based training courses
• Experience (within last 3 years) of CBT/CAI principles, concepts and use
• Appreciation of Engineering Technician career path and Career Course content
• Qualified academically or vocationally to a minimum of HNC in relevant subject matter
• DCTS Defence Train The Trainer Course or equivalent (successful completion)

 
Training Delivery Skills Profile
 

• Demonstrates a knowledge and application of relevant learning theories
• Demonstrates a commitment to continuing professional development (CPD)
• Works collaboratively with colleagues and others within and outside the organisation
• Demonstrates effective planning and teaching in the learning environment
• Possesses sufficient knowledge to respond to learners needs; professionally as a technical subject matter expert; educationally as a training practitioner and practically as a mentor or coach
• Demonstrates effective communication skills in the learning environment
• Demonstrates effective coaching skills in the learning environment
• Demonstrates a knowledge and understanding of assessment methods and can design these as appropriate in order to measure the effectiveness of the training against stated training objectives
• Provides effective learner advice, guidance and support

 
Core Competency Profile
 

• Actively encourages and supports the development of self and others to enable the achievement of the required standards
• Expresses information and ideas clearly and concisely using a variety of methods and styles which are appropriate to the needs and interests of the target audience
• Develops and maintains strong working relationships with partners, colleagues, delegates (internal/external) to achieve common goals; breaks down barriers between groups and involves others in discussions/activity as appropriate
• Understands the required outcomes and displays drive to achieve them through prioritising activity, monitoring progress and identifying improvements.  Takes responsibility for resolving problems logically and decisively
• Identifies and implements new ways of working using creativity, imagination and original thinking
• Considers and respects the ideas, circumstances and feelings of others.  Treats everyone with fairness and respect, adhering to the principles of diversity and inclusion

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Carries out any other appropriate task that may be required from time to time
• Employees are responsible for their own Health and Safety and that of work colleagues and also students in their care
• The nature of RN training requires a high degree of flexibility for all FOAP staff; there may be a requirement for travel between FOAP delivery sites within the UK

 
Investing in People
 
Babcock is fully committed to train and develop its staff to achieve its business goals. The Job Specification is the starting document in the process of ensuring the Job Holder understands what is expected, the specific duties and responsibilities on which their performance is judged.
 
Security
 
Applicants must have, or be able to obtain, SC security clearance
 
Company Information
 
This role is within the Marine Sector of Babcock International Group. The Marine Sector delivers a wide array of complex through-life marine engineering services. Ranging from UK and international naval fleet support, commercial marine, engineering consultancy, weapons handling, equipment support, intelligence, cyber security and training delivered through unique owned and managed infrastructure to defence and civil customers across the globe.
Babcock International Group is committed to building an inclusive culture and strives to attract talent who thrive in an inclusive and flexible working environment. 
 
If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please let us know and will respond in a way that best fit your specific needs. 
 
We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant. We recognise the value that Serving Personnel, both Regular and Reserves, Veterans, Uniformed Cadet Instructors and Service Families contribute to our business and the United Kingdom. As part of the Covenant, Babcock offers Reservists and Uniformed Cadet Instructors up to two week's special paid leave to help them meet their commitments. To find out more please click here .
 
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Location
 
You will be supporting the delivery of professional training in the RN's principle training facility near Portsmouth.
 
Situated on the south coast of England, Portsmouth is a dynamic and vibrant waterfront city. From the pomp and ceremony of its proud naval and maritime heritage, to towering world-class visitor attractions, museums and galleries, unique shopping destinations, great places to eat and miles of beautiful waterfront, Portsmouth offers something for everyone. It has excellent transport links and is around an hour from London by road.
 
Closing Date
 
31 October 2018

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