Cranfield Defence and Security's COTEC outstation has this Trials Conducting Officer post, leading explosives, ordnance and munitions testing for defence and commercial customers. The postholder plans, prepares, runs and reports trials to required quality and timescales, and writes trial plans, risk assessments and safety documents. It is distinct for the nominated Trials Conducting Officer responsibility on an MOD-leased range, and for supervising students and contractors. Fit depends on a recognised explosive disposal qualification, such as Class One Ammunition Technician or UNMAS EOD Class Three.
What the job involves
- Lead and conduct trials testing and evaluating explosives, ordnance and munitions for defence and commercial customers
- Oversee planning, preparation, safe execution and reporting of trials to required quality and timescales
- Act as the nominated Trials Conducting Officer
- Develop trial plans, risk assessments and safety documentation
- Provide technical expertise in the design, development, testing and evaluation of equipment
- Liaise with customers
- Investigate equipment failures
- Interpret test data
- Oversee quality requirements
- Supervise students and contractors
What’s required
Qualifications
- Military or civilian explosive disposal qualification, such as Class One Ammunition Technician or UNMAS EOD Class Three
Experience
- Significant practical experience in firing and testing explosives, munitions and ordnance
- Proven management and supervisory experience in a safety-critical environment
Skills & knowledge
- Sound technical knowledge of ammunition systems and range procedures
- Data analysis and technical report writing
- Complex problem solving and informed decision-making in changing circumstances
- Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
- Resilience, flexibility and a proactive approach
Other
- Demonstrates the values of Ambition, Impact, Respect and Community
What’s offered
- Flexible working, combining on-site and remote working where the role allows
- Commitment to develop technical staff under the Science Council's Technician Commitment
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
