Supportability Consultant

About Us TP Group is a leading consultancy operating at the forefront of innovation in the defence and security sectors, leveraging our deep expertise in science and technology to tackle some of the most pressing challenges facing our customers.
The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.
Our collaborative approach with government departments and major aerospace and defence organisations ensures that we are not only meeting today’s demands but also anticipating and preparing for the future.
As we embark on an ambitious growth journey, we are looking for Supportability Consultants to join our System & Supportability Engineering Practice.
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking team, who are working on developing, sharing, and evolving innovative solutions or manufacturing bespoke Engineering Systems.
Under the banner of Supportability, we aim to deliver a solution tailored to the needs of the customer, whether this be a submarine, a satellite, or a radio
– we aim to optimise the solution to be supportable through life.
Be part of something bigger; TP Group is part of Science Group Plc (AIM:SAG), an international science and technology business that is successful, established, and rapidly growing.
Joining TP Group means becoming part of one of the UK’s leading consultancies, where your skills and expertise will be valued and nurtured.
Being part of a global brand, you will also have access to wider development opportunities across the Group.
Our people are our greatest asset, and we are committed to providing an exciting, evolving, and supportive work environment.
If you are passionate about making a difference and eager to work on high-profile defence programmes, TP Group is the place for you.
Role The Systems & Supportability Engineering team is part of our consultancy business who deliver services in partnership with national government bodies, international institutions and global prime contractors.
Supportability Consultants support Defence Projects by leading or inputting into the key element plans for supportability, preparation of Logistic Information Repository (LIR) and Logistic Support Analysis Record (LSAR), development of key performance indicators, Learning from Experience (LFE) collection, implementation, and continuous improvement.
About You The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the following essential and desirable skills and attributes Essential: Proven experience in Logistics, Maintenance or Supply Chain background, with Defence sector experience.
Educated to degree level or equivalent, with a relevant professional qualification (e.g., Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) / Incorporated Engineer (IEng)) You will have previously managed or been part of ILS teams, delivering an efficient support solution which bring the customer value for money.
Excellent analytical skills to support and deliver the ILS solutions that are deployed by our customers.
An understanding of Technical Through Life Support (TTLS) and Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) with the capacity to be involved in support solution development across the whole CADMID cycle.
Experience of assisting the Bid Winning process and practice such as PQQ/ITT/ITN.
Experience or understanding of Integrated Product Support (IPS) methodologies.
Strong supplier and customer management skills to include engagement and interfacing with key stakeholders to develop plans and strategies.
Strong verbal, presentation, and report-writing skills.
Strong attention to detail and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise workloads under pressure.
Ability to travel to client sites across UK as required.
(Predominantly South and South-West Regions).
Desirable: Membership of a professional body (Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT), Institute of Mechanical Engineers (IEng / CEng)).
Experience working in a consultancy environment or with government clients.
Experience of assisting the Bid Winning process and practice such as PQQ/ITT/ITN.
Proven track record of delivery Defence ILS programmes at varying phases of the CADMID cycle.
Working knowledge and the ability to apply the principles of Defence Standard 00-600 and associated policies to Defence projects as well as IPS methodologies and the differences between the two approaches.
Experience in delivering Logistic Defence Line Of Development (DLOD) assurance in MoD.
You can expect: To work in an exciting, fast paced environment where you will have the opportunity to add value and make a difference.
To work for a forward thinking, agile organisation who embrace diversity.
Empowerment to deliver in a trusting and supportive environment.
The opportunity to further enhance your skills through a training and development programme tailored to support your career aspirations.
The support and encouragement to develop a long term and rewarding career.
To work in an environment where creativity and innovation is encouraged and rewarded.
Other Requirements: Candidates must have an existing right to live and work in the UK.
Candidates will need to undergo an internal BPSS check prior to gaining site access.
Candidates will also need to either hold a current SC clearance or be willing and eligible to undergo a Security Clearance check (SC level) upon starting their employment with the company.
To gain SC clearance you will normally need at least 5 years’ UK residency.
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