Simulator Operator

Help get better trained personnel to the front line faster. Performing as an operator in simulated warfare games, your job is to play the role of the pilot for several aircraft at a time in Royal Navy simulated games, hunting submarines or enemy ships. Acting just like a pilot would, talking to controllers passing and receiving information whilst inputting information into the computer-based simulator to turn the aircraft and change its altitude.

This role is based on 28 hours a week and can be worked over 4 or 5 days.

What you will be doing:

• Acting as a pseudo pilot, operating complex simulator games as per the requirements of the Royal Navy training curriculum.
• Supporting the maintenance and upkeep of the simulator applicable training equipment and aids.
• Ensure all training equipment is correctly prepared for use and for storage post use.
• Collecting and disseminating the data from each simulator.

What we're looking for:

• Demonstrable proficiency in using IT (hardware/software); this role would suit a keen gamer.
• Experience of working in a dynamic environment.
• Experience within the Maritime Aviation Sector Military/Civilian would be an advantage.
• Experience of aircraft or fighter control within the MOD environment would be desirable.
• Must be able to be cleared to UK SC level.

What's in it for you?

• A salary of £26,000 pro rata (£19,000).
• 23 days' holiday (rising to 27) with the opportunity to buy extra leave.
• The opportunity to take a paid day out of the office, volunteering for our charity partners or a cause of your choice.
• Company matched pension, life assurance, a cycle2work scheme, 15 weeks' fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, paternity pay of two weeks, and plenty more.
• Voluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle - from discounts on retail and socialising, to health & wellbeing, travel and technology.
• Access to our Employee Network Groups, which represent every strand of diversity and allow colleagues to connect and learn from each other on an open, inclusive platform.
• Free Parking with Excellent facilities onsite.
• Full training will be given.
• You’ll get the chance to follow your chosen career path anywhere in Capita.
• You’ll be joining a network of experienced, innovative and dedicated individuals across multiple disciplines and sectors.
• There are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career, and we’ll provide the support you need to do just that.

Our purpose is to create a better outcome for you.

What we hope you’ll do next:

Choose 'Apply now' to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you. We will be in touch with you regarding your application shortly. However, if you need to contact our recruitment team please email CPScareers@capita.com.

At Capita, we’re committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. We want everyone to have the best chance of succeeding as they move through their application and start their career with us. We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer; we want to hear from you if you’d like to discuss any adjustments you might need during your recruitment process.