Full-Time DE&S Post and Mail Supervisor
Job Description
Salary
£25,500 – £30,000
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 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
For centuries our Armed Forces have managed an in-house postal service, delivering mail across our military history including both World Wars. The British Forces Post Office is dedicated to providing postal and courier services to the UK Armed Forces and is a renowned brand across Defence. Our 250 dedicated, hard-working civilian and military staff work collaboratively to deliver both personal and official mail to over 650 locations across the globe; keeping our armed forces connected through free letter and parcel services that play a vital role in sustaining the morale of our Armed Forces.
Responsibilities
British Forces Post Office (BFPO) provides safe, correct and efficient receipt, sortation and dispatch of all mail (Classified, Official and Private) in support of the Armed Forces, serving departments such as Defence Courier Service (DCS), Defence Mail Centre (DMC), Foreign & Commonwealth Office Outward Bag Room (FCO OBR). The role manages a team or section ensuring the appropriate staffing levels to deliver expected standard of services to agreed budget and financial targets. Personnel are required to lift mail items up to 11kg unaided and up to 30kg assisted.
Key responsibilities associated with these demands include:
• Oversee, update and maintain processes and procedures in accordance with internal and external stakeholders such as BFPO,DCS, Royal Mail Group etc.
• Ensure technical equipment and operating systems (including handhelds, mobile printers, date stamps and consumables) are maintained to expected standards and seek appropriate maintenance support where necessary.
• Supervise and complete activities such as receipt, dispatch, track/trace or redirection of all mail types including on occasion secure processing, recording, investigating, filing and record keeping of DCS items.
• In capacity as Primary Delivery Manager and Functional Development Officer, you will Supervise and manage staff on a daily basis completing relevant system documentation on absence, leave and performance and ensure mandatory training of staff is complete to maintain a safe and effective environment.
• Ensure the required levels of security and health and safety are met, strictly adhering to current and relevant regulations and policies at all times.
As a Postal and Mail Supervisor, you will work a standard week of 07:30 – 16:00hrs (Monday – Friday).
To be successful in the role, it is likely you will have:
• Educated to A Level or equivalent. Alternatively, knowledge acquired through role specific training and experience of over two years.
• Managerial and financial management experience.
• Good working knowledge of mail operating systems used by BFPO, Royal Mail Group or Post Office Counters
• Knowledge of security regulations that pertain to handling and movement of Protectively Marked Material. Knowledge or experience of mail and cargo aviation security principles within the Department for Transport (DfT)/Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).
• General knowledge of IT Systems and on-line commercial applications.
It is essential that applicants have and maintain a full UK driving license, with a maximum of 6 penalty points (endorsements).
Restaurant and gym facilities (at Parsons Barracks) within 5 minutes’ drive from the DMC can be used by DMC staff. Additionally, free car parking is available on site for all employees.
Please note that you may be considered for similar positions at the level below the advertised role.
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, 25 days holiday +1 additional day every year you work up to 30 days with plenty of opportunity for movement and promotion. Some of our sites include an onsite gym, onsite restaurants, cafes and much more.
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Applicants should be aware that any move across the Civil Service on or after 5 October 2018 may have implications on an employee’s ability to carry on claiming childcare vouchers.
About DE&S and your team
The force behind the armed forces, DE&S is a highly specialised, branch of the MoD, operating with a budget of £178 billion over the next 10 years. From the procurement of aircraft carriers to the provision of food, we ensure our armed forces have the equipment and support they need to achieve their operations. We employ over 12,000 people across more than 150 locations around the world.
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 and internal continuous improvement consultancy services.
Benefits
Please find ‘The Little Book of Big Benefits’ by clicking here
This post is not eligible for relocation allowances.
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.
Medical
Successful candidates will be expected to have a medical.
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
• Career History
• Applied Skills, Knowledge & Experience
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 then we’ll carry out a more detailed review of your CV to see if your qualifications and experience are a good match for the role. If you’re successful, we’ll invite you to an interview on W/C 13/07/20. This is so you can meet us, discuss your CV and your career history. We’ll also check that you demonstrate the motivations and behaviours aligned to our DE&S Behaviours.
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.
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