Logistics Capability Manager

What if you could work with remarkable people on extraordinary things? What if the end result was something a little bit special? What if your role was mission critical?For nearly 70 years, AWE has been at the forefront of nuclear weapons research and development. We have a critical mission: to provide the warheads for the UK’s ultimate deterrent - Trident. We also use our unique skills to provide wider UK government with counter-terrorism and nuclear threat reduction solutions.It takes a special sort of person to work at AWE. What if that person was you?AWE is currently recruiting a Logistics Capability Manager to join our growing team. Location : Reading/Basingstoke Package - £43,430-£68,650 dependant on skills and experience
Closing date for this role is 7th May 2024 As part of our People Promise, AWE (one of the best 25 big companies to work for in the UK) has a range of benefits to suit you. These include:Time to recharge your batteries with 270 hours of annual leave (plus every other Friday off work)Opportunities for Professional Career Development that include funding for the annual membership of a relevant professional body, access to mentors and trainingEmployee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health ServicesA generous defined contribution Group Personal Pension (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your own contribution)Life AssuranceDiscounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spendingSpecial Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring for your familyA host of voluntary & core benefits to suit your health and wellbeing - more information available on our careers siteKey Accountabilities:• Deliver a strategic business readiness plan for the Non-Nuclear Material Operations Group based on an understanding of AWE programmes and projects, to include people, tools and process.• Working across multiple projects and programmes, and with a wide variety of stakeholders across the business to deliver the Non-Nuclear Material Operations Group readiness strategy.• Drive change in culture and behaviours by the definition, continuous application and maturation of operational excellence and to continuously improve material management and performance.• Managing expectation of all programmes and projects which require the support of the Non-Nuclear Material Operations Group.• Work with Operational Delivery Teams and Technology Centre Senior Logistics Managers on all transition activities.• Maintain and promote high personal standards in environment, safety, health, security and quality and be a great team player.Key Responsibilities:Responsible for scoping, planning and scheduling Non-Nuclear Material Group readiness activities.
• Understanding stakeholder groups and driving stakeholder engagement and management to support project and programme delivery.
• Ensure themes of AWE material management transformation programme are incorporated into day-to-day TC operations.
• Working closely with project and programme teams to deliver material control and collaborating with all business areas to ensure a joined up experience for end users.
• Supporting on the resolution of readiness and adoption related risks and issues.
• Responsible for the management of group training and SQEP compliance. Candidates must be willing to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role and be willing and able to work in designated areas.#LI-JWPlease note that you must be a British Citizen to apply for a role with us.Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide us will be used to encourage and support you through the application process and will be held only for this purpose in accordance with GDPR.
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