At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage training equipment to ensure it's safe, compliant, and ready for the Royal Navy.
- Company: Join Capita's innovative team transforming Royal Navy training with cutting-edge technology.
- Benefits: Competitive salary up to £42,000, flexible benefits, and onsite facilities.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace with opportunities for personal growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the training of future Royal Navy personnel.
- Qualifications: Engineering qualification or strong understanding of relevant technologies required.
The predicted salary is between 42000 - 42000 £ per year.
Keeping world class training ready, safe and future focused. Play a critical role in shaping how the next generation of Royal Navy personnel are trained. As Training Equipment Manager, you’ll take ownership of the strategic and day to day management of training equipment across the estate ensuring assets are safe, compliant, available and fit for purpose.
Full‑time role, 37.5 hours a week (Monday – Friday). Location: HMS Sultan or HMS Collingwood. Due to the nature of this role, you must be eligible for UK Security Clearance at SC level.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Maintain accurate records of training assets, including inventories, configuration and lifecycle data.
- Produce regular reports on asset performance, usage, risks and issues.
- Line manage and develop the team, ensuring clear responsibilities and balanced workloads.
- Oversee health and safety for all asset‑related activity, ensuring issues are logged and addressed promptly.
- Manage asset‑related budgets, forecasting costs and controlling spend within approved limits.
- Lead and manage third‑party suppliers, ensuring strong performance and compliance with SLAs.
- Develop clear Tasking Order responses for Royal Navy equipment needs, including costs, scope and delivery plans.
- Act as the key point of contact for equipment matters, ensuring solutions meet operational, safety and future capability requirements.
What We’re Looking For
- Qualification in Engineering or strong understanding of relevant engineering disciplines and technologies.
- Exposure to Royal Navy Training.
- Proven experience in asset management, service delivery, or operational management.
- Experience managing third party suppliers and contract performance.
- Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets and cost tracking.
- Proficient in MS Office / asset management systems / reporting tools.
Desirable
- Experience in defence, training, or complex technical environments.
- Knowledge of HSE legislation and MoD/commercial safety reporting processes.
- Familiarity with SECRS or equivalent safety log systems.
About Selborne
Selborne is a bold, £1 billion, 12‑year transformation of Royal Navy training, led by Capita and a powerhouse consortium known as Team Fisher — including Raytheon UK, Fujitsu, and the University of Lincoln. Together, we’re modernising military education with cutting‑edge tech like simulators and data analytics, all under a collaborative "one team" approach with the Royal Navy. It’s a shared mission to deliver smarter, more effective training for sailors and marines across the naval enterprise.
What’s in it for you?
- A salary of up to £42,000 depending on skills and experience.
- Enjoy flexible benefits including extra leave purchase, paid volunteering days, enhanced family leave, lifestyle discounts, and access to inclusive employee networks — all designed to support your wellbeing and personal growth.
- Onsite, secure parking.
- Catering facilities, gym and shops onsite.
- Rewarding role making a real difference to those joining and progressing within the Royal Navy.
Equal Opportunities
Capita is committed to an inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment process. We’re a Disability Confident employer and welcome applications from everyone. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us at reasonableadjustments@capita.com or call 07784 237318. For more on equal opportunities and available adjustments, visit the Capita Careers website. For general queries, email CPScareers@capita.com.
Location: Gosport, United Kingdom
Time Type: Full time
Contract Type: Permanent
Training Equipment Manager in Fareham employer: Capita
At Capita, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, particularly for the role of Training Equipment Manager at HMS Sultan or HMS Collingwood. Our commitment to employee wellbeing is reflected in our flexible benefits, including extra leave purchase and enhanced family leave, alongside a supportive work culture that fosters personal growth and development. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the training of the next generation of Royal Navy personnel while enjoying a rewarding career in a dynamic and innovative environment.
