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Barrow-In-Furness, England, United Kingdom

Transition to BAES employment to Dreadnought Programme whole boat Standards and Standardization Management after re-structure in MoD IPT (2017), to the agreed enhanced benefit to both MoD and BAES. (Similar Roles and responsibilities under BAES)

Bae Systems Submarines, Barrow, Cumbria, La14 1Af, Uk

Within the MoD, Standardization management consists of the development and through-life implementation of concepts, doctrines, procedures and designs which address a wide variety of Standardization issues and the application (use) of supporting Standards. Working predominantly from the Dreadnought submarine offices at BAES SM, Barrow-in-Furness to support the design teams, the MoD DE&S Standards Manager is the project focal point responsible for the management of the Dreadnought… Show more Within the MoD, Standardization management consists of the development and through-life implementation of concepts, doctrines, procedures and designs which address a wide variety of Standardization issues and the application (use) of supporting Standards. Working predominantly from the Dreadnought submarine offices at BAES SM, Barrow-in-Furness to support the design teams, the MoD DE&S Standards Manager is the project focal point responsible for the management of the Dreadnought Standards and Standardization process through all phases of the programme which includes: • Ensuring that the Dreadnought Standards Implementation Plan (DSIP) is developed implemented and maintained. The DSIP supports standardization management Functional Assurance (FA) activities. • Ensuring those selecting Standards are aware of the Standards selection advice and guidance available throughout the project, the DSIP and on DStan’s® website(s) including the MoD’s AOF and JSP 920 MoD order of preference and duty of care responsibilities.• The development and management of the Dreadnought Standards Applicability Matrix (SAM) held within the IBM Rational Dynamic Object-Oriented Requirements System (DOORS). The SAM calls out a significant number of DEFSTANs, JSPs, and other standards. • Ensuring that SAM links are established between the Standards used and requirements within the URD/Ship Spec; using DOORS to manage and lead the improvement of the existing SAM and define and implement processes and practices. Liaison across the Dreadnought Project Team and additional MoD stakeholders to ensure that the contents are acceptable and consistent with the Project requirements.• Supporting to the development, maintenance and update of the URD/Ship Spec by feeding back changes Standards and Standardization requirements as a result of performance, time and cost trade-offs and any impact analysis work accepting deviations and waivers, particularly where interoperability could be affected. Show less

Defence Equipment & Support Hq, Mod Abbeywood, Bristol.

ASTUTE Class Submarines Senior Requirements Manager embedded within the Submarine Production Integrated Project Team (IPT) within MoD Abbey Wood with wide ranging responsibilities and input into every area of the Integrated Project Team: Finance, Commercial, Project and Human Resource. The Requirements Management role is a systems engineering discipline that is central to Defence Acquisition, encompassing a wealth of activities across the full spectrum of User and System requirement… Show more ASTUTE Class Submarines Senior Requirements Manager embedded within the Submarine Production Integrated Project Team (IPT) within MoD Abbey Wood with wide ranging responsibilities and input into every area of the Integrated Project Team: Finance, Commercial, Project and Human Resource. The Requirements Management role is a systems engineering discipline that is central to Defence Acquisition, encompassing a wealth of activities across the full spectrum of User and System requirement setting, many of them 'through-life’.• Member of the IPT Management Board driving through an ambitious change programme whilst ensuring maintenance of key outputs. • Responsible for the development and execution of acceptance processes for a £1.2Bn project. • Responsible for co-ordinating all lines of capability development across a myriad of organisations.• Identify contractual shortfalls; liaise with project's commercial/legal departments to process claims.• Produce assurance reports prior to completion of major project milestones. Show less

Uk And Abroad.

• Experienced in management accounting as a treasurer, and as an auditor of service non-public fund accounts with a thorough understanding of how to prepare and use/interpret key financial statements i.e. P and L, balance sheet statements, cash flow statements and the calculation (and apportionment) of costs.• Developed and executed acceptance and verification processes to achieve and validate the delivery of contracted project requirements for a £1.2bn project.• Managed the material… Show more • Experienced in management accounting as a treasurer, and as an auditor of service non-public fund accounts with a thorough understanding of how to prepare and use/interpret key financial statements i.e. P and L, balance sheet statements, cash flow statements and the calculation (and apportionment) of costs.• Developed and executed acceptance and verification processes to achieve and validate the delivery of contracted project requirements for a £1.2bn project.• Managed the material and capability requirements to support the successful delivery of new build submarines within a £9.7bn programme.• Lead in MOD Directorate Ships and Submarines for Investors in People (IIP) and assisted in implementing a programme for ISO 9002 Quality Standard Certification. Established an IIP working group and through implementation of a Directorate action plan reviewed working practice and aligned to the framework to present for assessment. Accreditation was achieved successfully to deadline and was the benchmark for other MOD Directorates to follow.• Through exposure to departmental budgets in managerial roles at HQs and in MOD Acquisition, possesses a sound appreciation as to how budget management contributes, both internally and externally, to business efficiency across an organisation at every level. Show less

Uk And Abroad

• Effective daily running and management of £1bn asset after successful regeneration of the estate and crew as an effective operational unit following an extensive prolonged maintenance period. Co-ordinated all engineering and support services to meet stringent operational deadlines, requiring continuous multi departmental co-operation, re-evaluation of priorities and flexible, reactive solution finding.• Developed a programme plan and business case for the test launch of two variants of a… Show more • Effective daily running and management of £1bn asset after successful regeneration of the estate and crew as an effective operational unit following an extensive prolonged maintenance period. Co-ordinated all engineering and support services to meet stringent operational deadlines, requiring continuous multi departmental co-operation, re-evaluation of priorities and flexible, reactive solution finding.• Developed a programme plan and business case for the test launch of two variants of a cruise missile from a new class of nuclear submarine. Recognised the opportunity to maximise acceptance trial resource. Negotiated with internal and external stakeholders to enhance the trial to include elements for tactical development. Managed the project timetable to bring together the launch platform and other tactical stakeholders, facilitating the delivery of an acceptance milestone and validating tactical procedures. Received numerous plaudits from US operational and engineering organisations for the success achieved.• Serving in the operational planning division at the NATO Joint Force Command HQ Brunssum (The Netherlands). As Lead Planner forged strong relationships with NATO member nations and developed the combined joined statement of requirement delivering the force generation of 5000 troops including land and air vehicles (combat and support) from 30 nations, pivotal to the success of the on-going mission. Show less

Uk And Abroad

• Headed a multi–trade department of 70 which included operations, logistics, catering and medical staff during a period of significant manpower churn which required careful management of personal expectations against the requirements of the service.• Managed the welfare, personal and professional development of teams of up to 40 military and civilian staff in varying trades and ranks. Managed discipline, performance and promotion appraisals of service and civil service staff.• Several… Show more • Headed a multi–trade department of 70 which included operations, logistics, catering and medical staff during a period of significant manpower churn which required careful management of personal expectations against the requirements of the service.• Managed the welfare, personal and professional development of teams of up to 40 military and civilian staff in varying trades and ranks. Managed discipline, performance and promotion appraisals of service and civil service staff.• Several assignments in various Command HQs including Defence Acquisition, Navy, UK Joint Service and NATO in operations management roles has provided an abundance of experience in briefing at the senior executive board level. A confident communicator, verbal and written, with a flexible attitude to new ideas.• During various managerial/executive assignments at sea and in HQs in the UK and abroad over the past 20 years, gained a wealth experience in working with people of all ages, cultures and backgrounds from a wide range of countries. Show less

Uk And Abraod

• Managed the relocation of the UK Submarine Operations Centre after significant modification and refurbishment which included the commissioning of a bespoke submarine communications and operations computer system.• Managed, at progressive levels, the submarine ‘estate’. This has included all aspects of FM – from recreational facilities, accommodation, bathrooms and toilets to catering services ensuring high standards were maintained.• Managed hard FM, including hull preservation… Show more • Managed the relocation of the UK Submarine Operations Centre after significant modification and refurbishment which included the commissioning of a bespoke submarine communications and operations computer system.• Managed, at progressive levels, the submarine ‘estate’. This has included all aspects of FM – from recreational facilities, accommodation, bathrooms and toilets to catering services ensuring high standards were maintained.• Managed hard FM, including hull preservation, estate issue identification and rectification whilst submarines have been in planned maintenance periods or emerging from a long refit.• In Executive Staff roles have had oversight of all HSE processes and requirements to support operations both at sea and ashore. Ensured the submarines Safety and Environmental Management System, was established, implemented and maintained in accordance with Navy policy and promoted a positive safety culture. Revitalised a neglected system and received high grade and commendation for subsequent external assessment. Show less

Uk And Abraod

A successful track record of strong leadership and drive for excellence has underpinned an impressive career highlighted by advancement from Technician Apprentice to Second in Command (Executive Officer) of nuclear ballistic submarines - acknowledged by early selection to and success at the Submarine Command Course - ‘The Perisher'. This 6 month course is regarded as one of the most intense military courses in the world testing the leadership, management and decision-making skills of… Show more A successful track record of strong leadership and drive for excellence has underpinned an impressive career highlighted by advancement from Technician Apprentice to Second in Command (Executive Officer) of nuclear ballistic submarines - acknowledged by early selection to and success at the Submarine Command Course - ‘The Perisher'. This 6 month course is regarded as one of the most intense military courses in the world testing the leadership, management and decision-making skills of candidates under extreme pressure.Informally known as The Perisher because of its low success rate. The training programme is ferociously competitive: 50% of candidates don’t make the cut! Show less

Advanced Management Achievement Course, Strategic Direction And Leadership, Chatered Management Institute Level 8 Certificate

Accounting and Finance, Business Operations and Business Organisational Strategy & Marketing

City And Guilds Level 7 Award For Professional Recognition, Leadership And Management