At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage the BAT LAB to optimise its capabilities for UK and NATO operations.
- Company: Join the Integrated Warfare Centre, a key player in defence innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a chance to shape military training.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for career advancement in a vital sector.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on defence strategies and work with cutting-edge military technology.
- Qualifications: Experience in management and a strong understanding of military operations.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.
Subject to formal establishment, a vacancy will arise for a OF3-OF4 to serve as COS BAT LAB at IWC/CSOC/Shrivenham on FTRS Home Commitment Terms and Conditions of Service (TCoS), with an initial proposed start date of 15 September 2026.
Unit Function
The role of the Integrated Warfare Centre (IWC) is to optimise and adapt the current integrated force, through concepts and warfare development, to support UK and NATO joint commanders to achieve operational advantage over adversaries, across the continuum of competition.
Position Role
Chief of Staff (COS) for the IWC Battle Laboratory (BAT LAB).
Responsibilities
- Day-to-day direction and management of BAT LAB to maximise the Facility's use and sustain its capability on behalf of DIWC.
- Provide interface with CSOC, DIWC, Defence Academy and 2*/1* customers for Formations/Units using the Facility.
- Lead programme coherence and ensure BAT LAB contractors deliver agreed services. Lead BAT LAB Future Force Development activity for DIWC.
- Maintain BAT LAB security accreditation, SHEF and equal opportunities compliance.
- Support the delivery of JCAST/FJCAST as required by AH JFT (Prog Dir), incl chair of the Technical Design Group (TDG).
- Act as the DIWC liaison between CSOC and Defence Academy for BAT LAB and Joint/Multi-national HQ training matter.
- Assist DIWC implementation of a medium-term solution to Joint/multi-national HQ training requirements.
Of4/Of3 Cos Iwc Bat Lab in Oxford employer: Serve
As a key player in the UK Ops landscape, our company offers a dynamic work environment where collaboration and innovation thrive. Employees benefit from comprehensive training programmes, opportunities for professional development, and a strong emphasis on teamwork and multi-agency engagement. Located at the heart of UK operations, we provide a unique chance to contribute to national resilience efforts while enjoying a supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
