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DE&S Defence Courier Service - Operations Clerk (viewed 59 times)

Company Name: Defence Equipment and Support
Job Location: Ruislip
Job Status: Full Time
Job Description : Summary Join an integral part of the UK's Defence and play your part in the procurement and in-service support of all our armed forces� equipment, from fighter jets, armoured vehicles, submarines and aircraft carriers, to clothing, food, and ammunition. If you have the pride, passion and commitment to be part of an exciting organisation at the forefront of supporting our country's armed forces deliver on operations at home and abroad, then apply online now! Job description Are you looking for a challenging and interesting opportunity? Are you excited about working for the British Forces Postal Office (BFPO)? If so, DE&S has the perfect opportunity for you! For centuries, our Armed Forces have managed an in-house postal service, delivering mail across our military history including both World Wars. The BFPO is dedicated to providing postal and courier services to the UK Armed Forces, Ministry of Defence (MOD) and Other Government Depts (OGDs) and is a renowned brand across Defence. Approximately 250 dedicated, hard-working civilian and military staff work collaboratively across 11 sites in the UK to deliver personal, official and classified mail to over 650 locations across the globe; keeping our Armed Forces, MOD and OGDs connected through a range of services that play a vital role in sustaining morale and operational effectiveness. The Defence Courier Service (DCS) is responsible for the safe and secure movement of Protectively Marked Material (PMM) across the UK and worldwide. The role provides clerical and administrative support, ensuring all PMM is moved as required under the correct diplomatic process which is covered under the Vienna Convention. Day to day, you will be required to operate and contribute to a small but busy team which plans both road moves in the UK or overseas collection and distribution of PMM in accordance with customs and security policies. The majority of BFPO�s mixed civilian and military staff are based at our purpose-built headquarters at RAF Northolt in Ruislip, West London. BFPO forms an integral part of the Defence Equipment and Support within the Land Domain. Responsibilities Working within DCS, we are looking for a dynamic, self-motivated, hard-working and organised individual who can work in a customer-focused environment and to tight timescales, while remaining positive and focused on delivery. Your main responsibilities are as follows: - Amendment of monthly duties for scheduled and operational courier tasks, outlining all planned Defence Courier (DC) commitments, booking appropriate flights and other transport. - Establishing Tasks Outside Routine Courier Schedule, these being courier tasks in addition to normal scheduled commitments, which necessitate the deployment of a DC worldwide. - Maintaining accurate records of all flights booked, flight costs and collation and filing of associated records. - Answering telephone and written queries on all Air Service Schedules and Road Service Schedules movement of PMM. - Process applications for visas required for DCs to undertake duties overseas, including NATO Travel Orders for military DCs. - Production, on a daily basis, of Task Sheets and supporting documentation. - Acting as leave relief for other Operations personnel, complete tasks as instructed in support of the conveyance of items and mail. Maintaining personal training and development programme via HRMS, while being aware of current issues and customer focus. As an Ops Clerk, you will be required to work 7.4 hours per day between 06:00 - 18:00 hours, Monday to Friday, though some additional hours or flexible working may be required. Exact duty timings will be discussed at interview. * BFPO�s headquarters is conveniently accessible from the M40 motorway, the A40 and London Underground tube stations. * Please note that you may be considered for similar positions at the level advertised. Please note that, due to security requirements, this post is reserved for sole UK nationals. The successful candidate must be willing and able to go through DV (Developed Vetting) clearance in-role after the 6 months probation period. Failure to secure DV will require the individual to transfer to a SC appt. What you will be assessed against To be found successful you must demonstrate the following essential criteria: � Proven experience and ability with Microsoft 365 applications, focus on Excel and SharePoint (or similar cloud-based storage solutions, Google Drive etc). � Proven ability to work within a team. � Proven effective communication skills both verbal and written. � Minimum GCSE grade C/5 (or equivalent) in Maths and English OR relevant experience within the logistics/ transport sector. It would benefit your application should be able to demonstrate the following desirable criteria: � Previous experience within, or clear understanding of, the logistic/transport sector. � Previous experience of delivering training to external audiences. If you are invited to an interview, you will be assessed against the following technical competencies: � Customer service � Making evidence-based decisions If you are invited to an interview, you will be assessed against the following behaviours: � Delivering at pace � Working together What's in it for you? You will receive a generous benefits package including market leading employer pension contributions of around 21% of your salary (not including any personal contribution), annual bonuses, a flexible working pattern to fit you where possible, 25 days holiday +1 additional day every year you work up to 30 days with opportunity for movement and promotion. Some of our sites include an onsite gym, onsite restaurants, cafes and much more. BFPO London benefits from access to a gymnasium on Station, canteen, free parking and excellent transport links. Please find 'The Little Book of Big Benefits' by copying and pasting the following link into your browser: https://des.mod.uk/on-boarding Applicants should be aware that any move across the Civil Service may have implications on an employee�s ability to carry on claiming childcare vouchers. About your team The Integrated Logistics (iLog) Function is the integrating Function for Support within DE&S, responsible for the development, management and delivery of in-service support for our front-line command customers. The iLog Function consists of around 2,900 personnel, both civil servants and military, and with a wide range of disciplines ranging from operations management and supply chain management, technical through-life support and logistics delivery, to modelling and analysis. Please click the link below to apply by creating an account and upload your details. Benefits Please find 'The Little Book of Big Benefits' by copying and pasting the following link into your browser: https://des.mod.uk/on-boarding This post is not eligible for relocation allowances. The post also offers the BFPO Northolt recruitment and retention total allowance of �3,250 pa. Things you need to know Security Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check. People working with government assets must complete basic personnel security standard checks. Selection process details Simply click on the apply button to create an account and upload your CV which clearly demonstrates the following areas (which you will be assessed against): � Key Achievements � Relevant Experience � Applied Knowledge and Skills For additional guidance on writing a CV for DE&S, please click here Firstly we�ll check that you meet the essential criteria that are listed for the role. If you do, we�ll then carry out a more detailed review of your CV to see if your qualifications and experience are a good match for the role(s). If you�re successful, we�ll invite you to an interview so you can meet us, discuss your Key Achievements, Relevant Experience and Applied knowledge & Skills. In addition to the above, you'll also be assessed against a technical competence and the listed behaviours, aligned to our DE&S Behaviours which can be found attached at the bottom of the page. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Nationality requirements Open to UK nationals only. Working for the Civil Service The Civil Service Code 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. 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.
Job Requirements/ Application Instructions: Apply before 11:55 pm on Sunday 7th February 2021 Please copy and paste the following link into your browser. You will need to register with Skillstream to create a profile and upload your CV https://des.skillstream.co.uk/des/reqCreateCv?job_id=1045
Salary: Daniel BoneUp to �18,000 plus combined RRA of �3250
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Address:	Daniel Bone Defence Equipment and Support BFPO London Ruislip HA Harlow HA4 6DQ

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