Product Cell Manager

Job Description

Product Cell ManagerSF31036Location: Devonport, PlymouthStarting Salary: £36,525About the RoleHere at Babcock International were looking for a Product Cell Manager to join us at HMNB Devonport, one of the largest naval bases in Western Europe. Were a key strategic partner to our customers; the MOD and the Royal Navy. We ensure that the UK Royal Navy goes to sea safely by supporting them in Devonport and around the world.The Factory Groups purpose is to provide Shop Services to Royal Navy Submarine and Warship programmes and the wider Dockyard infrastructure. The Pipeshop provides a wide range of pipe manufacture, repair and overhaul. As the Pipeshop Manager youll be responsible for the management of the Pipeshop and Chemical Cleaning facility, including a multi-skilled team of marine pipe workers, welders and machinists.Using your experience of pipework manufacturing methodologies/marine pipework systems youll lead by example, providing technical expertise to the team and driving the production processes, giving equal focus to safety, product quality, cost, welfare, customer engagement, operations, people and performance management. Youll effect a culture of continuous improvement - including introducing improved working methods and new technologies and supporting ISO9001 certification.What do I need to do the roleYoull hold a minimum of HNC or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline and/or have significant technical experience. Extensive knowledge of pipework manufacturing methodologies for marine pipework systems and supervisory experience in a workshop environment are also essential for this role.We would also like you to have the following:

Managerial H&S qualification (e.g. NEBOSH, British Safety Council)

Interpretation of technical drawings; Welding and NDE processes experience

Experience of Quality processes and documentation; ISO 9001

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications; databases; IT systems

Implementation of H&S/organisation policies and procedures

Lastly, youll need to be able to demonstrate strong leadership capability and effective interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal); the ability to drive continuous improvement activities and to interface positively with the production teams and our internal customers in order to achieve improved delivery outputs.What else do I need to knowThe successful candidate will need to satisfy Ministry of Defence security requirements. This may require you to hold or be eligible/capable of achieving Security Check (SC) clearance.Babcock offers a supportive environment including: enhanced employment terms and conditions, money purchase pension scheme with life assurance, share ownership scheme, Occupational Health services, flexible working hours (only non-industrials), career opportunities and specialist advice and guidance from our Learning & Development teams. Additional benefits may also apply for Management posts.About Babcock International and DevonportFor more than a century, Babcock, the Aerospace and Defence Company, has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly-skilled engineering services. We help customers in the UK and around the world to improve the capability, reliability and availability of their most critical assets within the four market sectors of Marine, Land, Aviation, and Nuclear, underpinned by a deep understanding of technology integration, unique infrastructure and specialist training.You will be based at Devonport Royal Dockyard in Plymouth, Devon. Working at Devonport puts the best of the South West at your fingertips. Amazing scenery, vibrant towns and numerous leisure opportunities - Its why Devon and Cornwall are such a desirable place to live and work.Application Guidance Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are ensuring that our recruitment processes are regularly reviewed and adapted, as required, to ensure were compliant with the latest government advice.All applications should be made online. Please use a desktop PC or laptop to create your account and apply for a job. Once youve completed this youll be able to apply to jobs from mobile devices. If you experience difficulties please visit our careers page.It is unlikely that shortlisted candidates will be asked to attend a face-to-face interview in the first instance. Interviews will be held by phone, or you may be asked to complete an online interview.This advice is valid at the time of publication and changing government advice and Babcock working practices take precedence at any particular time.Armed Forces CovenantWe 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 2 weeks special paid leave to help them meet their commitments. To find out more please visit our website.Closing date: 16 July 2020