Ministry of Defence – Royal Navy
Senior Occupational Hygienist Royal Navy
Job Location
Gosport, United Kingdom
Job Description
Contents
Location
Gosport, South East England, PO12 2DL
About the job
Job summary
If you would like to work within a small, multi-disciplinary team, conducting varied and valued Occupational Hygiene work, then this post could be for you. The vacancy is within the Environmental and Industrial Hazards Support Group, a small team providing the Royal Navy and wider Ministry of Defence (MOD) with occupational hygiene support and environmental protection advice.
Recent projects include workplace surveys of air stations, warships, landing craft and Royal Marine operations, as well as advice regarding regulations and safety, for example adherence to the REACH regulations. The job also entails assurance of atmosphere monitoring onboard RN submarines and emergency support to incidents requiring advice on hazardous materials and environmental protection. The post would suit someone seeking to apply their occupational hygiene expertise in a challenging but exciting work environment.
The Institute of Naval Medicine (INM) is the Royal Navy's Centre of Excellence, bringing together scientists and medical professionals to improve the health of the UK Armed Forces. The unique opportunities offered within are varied, challenging and exciting and support Navy Command's role to generate and operate forces for today and to ensure we are ready for tomorrow by developing and delivering the Navy of the future.
In Navy Command, our civil servants work alongside their military colleagues in jobs that matter; jobs which often have a direct impact on the quality of the operational capabilities we deliver. Roles can offer great job satisfaction and there are many opportunities to develop and progress both within the Department and across the wider Civil Service. Navy Command provides an open, flexible, and inclusive work environment where civil servants and Armed Forces personnel work together in a wealth of interesting and challenging jobs in areas ranging from: finance; legal services; personnel and HR; project planning and managing contracts, to media and communications.
This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.
Job description
The primary purpose of the role is to assurance safe systems of work through surveys, trials, advice, data analysis and the provision of reports, briefs and presentations.
The secondary purpose is to deliver the roles of: Hazardous materials & Environmental Protection Officer (HEPO); and Submarine Atmosphere Trials Officer (SATO) and be a member of the Submarine Atmosphere team.
The main tasks include:
Responsibilities:
Person specification
The successful candidate will be able to provide expert professional advice in occupational hygiene to assure the safety and health of Defence personnel. They will be experienced with a good regulatory knowledge and able to communicate effectively at all levels of the organisation. They should also be willing to apply their knowledge and expertise through their secondary role as a member of small response team, responding to environmental incidents and conducting trials onboard submarines.
Note that the sea trials and incident response work can be in challenging environments and require a moderate level of physical fitness. Furthermore, these secondary roles qualify for additional 'On-call' and Responsibility payments, once suitably trained.
This role would be ideal for someone who is looking for a varied job which will consolidate their professional knowledge and further develop their career opportunities.
Licences
Certificate of Operational Competence in Occupational Hygiene (CertOH/ICertOH) or an IOHA-accredited professional qualification.
This role requires frequent travel to other sites, often out of working hours and at weekends. It is essential that the incumbent can drive and has a UK driving license. They will also receive driver training for Emergency (blue light) Responders.
Qualifications
BOHS accredited degree or equivalent
Behaviours
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
Technical skills
We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:
Benefits
Alongside your salary of 43,080, Ministry of Defence contributes 12,480 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.
At the Institute of Naval Medicine, we offer an impressive range of on-site facilities including a gymnasium, volleyball court, medicinal garden, plenty of car parking spaces, a canteen with indoor and outdoor seating, and two mess facilities (areas for military and civilian personnel to socialize and eat). The Institute is in the seaside settlement of Alverstoke, a short walk from award-winning Georgian era gardens and a shingle beach with views of the Isle of Wight. There are nature reserves nearby and the cities of Portsmouth, Southampton and Winchester can be reached within 30 to 45 minutes by car.
As a civil servant in Navy Command, you will be part of a forward-looking organisation with inclusive workplace policies, excellent career prospects, and a job that makes a difference.
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:
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 satisfaction. The survey is voluntary and anonymous. You may however be given the opportunity to provide additional information to help us improve our service which includes the collection of some personal data as defined by the United Kingdom General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). The MOD Privacy Notice sets out how we will use your personal data and your rights.
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.
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.
This vacancy assesses candidates throughSuccess Profiles, the recruitment framework used within the Civil Service. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Your suitability for the role will be assessed using the Success Profile elements that have been chosen for this campaign. Each element will be scored accordingly. We welcome applications from everyone irrespective of gender and ethnic group. Appointment will be based on merit alone.
Candidates will be required to provide CV details to include: job history; qualification details and previous skills and experience.
At sift and interview, you will be assessed against the following Success Profiles:
Behaviours
Technical Skills
The Technical Skills - Framework link is listed below:
Government Science and Engineering Career Framework
Experience will be assessed from the applicants career history. In the event of a high volume of applicants, an initial sift will be conducted on Applicants experience and professional registration.
Applicants successful in the full sift will be invited to a face-to-face interview or interview by Teams video-link. The interview will take place at the Institute of Naval Medicine, Crescent Road, Gosport, PO12 2DL. The interview panel will base their questions on the behaviours and technical skills requested in the application form.
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-Resourcingteam3@mod.gov.uk
As a result of the changes to the UK immigration rules which came into 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.
The role currently being advertised has not been assessed as business critical and is therefore NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points based system. Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected and any provisional offer of employment withdrawn.
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 security check (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.
Medical
Successful candidates will be expected to have a medical.
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).
Location: Gosport, GB
Posted Date: 9/20/2024
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Location
Gosport, South East England, PO12 2DL
About the job
Job summary
If you would like to work within a small, multi-disciplinary team, conducting varied and valued Occupational Hygiene work, then this post could be for you. The vacancy is within the Environmental and Industrial Hazards Support Group, a small team providing the Royal Navy and wider Ministry of Defence (MOD) with occupational hygiene support and environmental protection advice.
Recent projects include workplace surveys of air stations, warships, landing craft and Royal Marine operations, as well as advice regarding regulations and safety, for example adherence to the REACH regulations. The job also entails assurance of atmosphere monitoring onboard RN submarines and emergency support to incidents requiring advice on hazardous materials and environmental protection. The post would suit someone seeking to apply their occupational hygiene expertise in a challenging but exciting work environment.
The Institute of Naval Medicine (INM) is the Royal Navy's Centre of Excellence, bringing together scientists and medical professionals to improve the health of the UK Armed Forces. The unique opportunities offered within are varied, challenging and exciting and support Navy Command's role to generate and operate forces for today and to ensure we are ready for tomorrow by developing and delivering the Navy of the future.
In Navy Command, our civil servants work alongside their military colleagues in jobs that matter; jobs which often have a direct impact on the quality of the operational capabilities we deliver. Roles can offer great job satisfaction and there are many opportunities to develop and progress both within the Department and across the wider Civil Service. Navy Command provides an open, flexible, and inclusive work environment where civil servants and Armed Forces personnel work together in a wealth of interesting and challenging jobs in areas ranging from: finance; legal services; personnel and HR; project planning and managing contracts, to media and communications.
This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.
Job description
The primary purpose of the role is to assurance safe systems of work through surveys, trials, advice, data analysis and the provision of reports, briefs and presentations.
The secondary purpose is to deliver the roles of: Hazardous materials & Environmental Protection Officer (HEPO); and Submarine Atmosphere Trials Officer (SATO) and be a member of the Submarine Atmosphere team.
The main tasks include:
- Engaging with military customers to establish and deliver consultancy advice in accordance with statutory and MoD regulations
- Leading surveys and trials to establish safe systems of work
- Managing a small team of occupational hygienists
- Management of a Quantitative Fitness Testing Service run within the OH team
- On call response to incidents regarding hazardous materials
- At sea and alongside support to RN submarines to ensure safe control of the atmosphere monitoring systems
- Training of military teams in occupational safety and hygiene
Responsibilities:
- Provision of expert advice in accordance with statutory law and MoD regulations
- Management of two Occupational Hygiene staff within the team.
- On call duties within the secondary roles for submarine atmosphere monitoring and hazardous materials response teams.
- Development and training of occupational hygiene within the wider Naval Service to environmental and medical personnel.
- Membership of MoD Committees.
Person specification
The successful candidate will be able to provide expert professional advice in occupational hygiene to assure the safety and health of Defence personnel. They will be experienced with a good regulatory knowledge and able to communicate effectively at all levels of the organisation. They should also be willing to apply their knowledge and expertise through their secondary role as a member of small response team, responding to environmental incidents and conducting trials onboard submarines.
Note that the sea trials and incident response work can be in challenging environments and require a moderate level of physical fitness. Furthermore, these secondary roles qualify for additional 'On-call' and Responsibility payments, once suitably trained.
This role would be ideal for someone who is looking for a varied job which will consolidate their professional knowledge and further develop their career opportunities.
Licences
Certificate of Operational Competence in Occupational Hygiene (CertOH/ICertOH) or an IOHA-accredited professional qualification.
This role requires frequent travel to other sites, often out of working hours and at weekends. It is essential that the incumbent can drive and has a UK driving license. They will also receive driver training for Emergency (blue light) Responders.
Qualifications
BOHS accredited degree or equivalent
Behaviours
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
- Leadership
- Communicating and Influencing
- Making Effective Decisions
Technical skills
We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:
- Regulatory knowledge
- Providing and handling evidence
Benefits
Alongside your salary of 43,080, Ministry of Defence contributes 12,480 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.
At the Institute of Naval Medicine, we offer an impressive range of on-site facilities including a gymnasium, volleyball court, medicinal garden, plenty of car parking spaces, a canteen with indoor and outdoor seating, and two mess facilities (areas for military and civilian personnel to socialize and eat). The Institute is in the seaside settlement of Alverstoke, a short walk from award-winning Georgian era gardens and a shingle beach with views of the Isle of Wight. There are nature reserves nearby and the cities of Portsmouth, Southampton and Winchester can be reached within 30 to 45 minutes by car.
As a civil servant in Navy Command, you will be part of a forward-looking organisation with inclusive workplace policies, excellent career prospects, and a job that makes a difference.
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
- Learning and development tailored to your role
- An environment with flexible working options
- A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
- A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%
- Personal & professional development, Learning and development tailored to your role
- Subscription fees for membership of approved professional bodies are paid by the Department
- 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
- An environment with flexible working options
- A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
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 satisfaction. The survey is voluntary and anonymous. You may however be given the opportunity to provide additional information to help us improve our service which includes the collection of some personal data as defined by the United Kingdom General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). The MOD Privacy Notice sets out how we will use your personal data and your rights.
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.
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.
This vacancy assesses candidates throughSuccess Profiles, the recruitment framework used within the Civil Service. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Your suitability for the role will be assessed using the Success Profile elements that have been chosen for this campaign. Each element will be scored accordingly. We welcome applications from everyone irrespective of gender and ethnic group. Appointment will be based on merit alone.
Candidates will be required to provide CV details to include: job history; qualification details and previous skills and experience.
At sift and interview, you will be assessed against the following Success Profiles:
Behaviours
- Leadership
- Communicating and Influencing
- Making Effective Decisions
Technical Skills
- Regulatory knowledge
- Providing and handling evidence
The Technical Skills - Framework link is listed below:
Government Science and Engineering Career Framework
Experience will be assessed from the applicants career history. In the event of a high volume of applicants, an initial sift will be conducted on Applicants experience and professional registration.
Applicants successful in the full sift will be invited to a face-to-face interview or interview by Teams video-link. The interview will take place at the Institute of Naval Medicine, Crescent Road, Gosport, PO12 2DL. The interview panel will base their questions on the behaviours and technical skills requested in the application form.
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-Resourcingteam3@mod.gov.uk
As a result of the changes to the UK immigration rules which came into 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.
The role currently being advertised has not been assessed as business critical and is therefore NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points based system. Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected and any provisional offer of employment withdrawn.
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 security check (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.
Medical
Successful candidates will be expected to have a medical.
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).
Location: Gosport, GB
Posted Date: 9/20/2024
Contact Information
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