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As a Dismounted Close Combat Systems Co-ordinator at Merville Barracks, Colchester! You'll provide efficient support to both the Combat Training Centre & Urban Training Facility. In this role you'll have the opportunity to work close with our armed forces personnel, You'll be improving the quality of life for all you meet, everyday! Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What you’ll do:

• Prepare the DCCT for use by the Authority for training periods that is to include pre-use checks of the systems and weapons, handing over the DCCT to a Unit DCCT Operator to conduct the training periods and, when required provide technical assistance during the training periods.
• At the end of the training periods undertake post training checks of all equipment and, when required report maintenance failures to the MOD Enabling Contractor.
• Maintain the DCCT equipment and ensure system is calibrated; all faults are to be recorded and notified to the MOD Enabling Contractor in accordance with ARMY DCCT Directive (V4), Annex H (dated 31 May 17).
• Manage the DCCT equipment schedule and prepare for stocktaking as notified by the Authority
• Conduct Basic Unit Operator upgrade/refresher training for DCCT operators as and when required a record of which must be maintained.
• Prepare the VBS and other classroom for use by the Authority in accordance with the CTC booking schedules whilst supporting with the setting up pf the UTF and any other training facilities from time to time.
• When provided, prepare the Joint Fires Synthetic Trainer and Simulated Clinical Training Environment for use by the Authority in accordance with the CTC booking schedules.
• Perform the task of Building Custodian for the DCCT Building. (Building DO6)
• When required provide short term cover for the CTC and Urban Training Facilities Team Leader as notified.
• Perform such other duties set out at Paragraph 1 of Appendix 3 of the Training Support Services – Service Standards as maybe required by the Authority Line Manager from time to time.
• Notify your Sodexo Manager of any significant changes to the role output, MoD policies and procedures (upgrades) and or new/obsolete equipment etc especially if considered a change requirement commercially.

What you bring:

Essential

• IT qualification (e.g. Advanced ECDL)
• Demonstrable organizational and planning skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Demonstrable written communication skills
• Working knowledge of Health and Safety Policy and Procedures

Desirable

• Experience of working in a military environment
• Previous working experience of MOD weapon systems and the workings of a DCCT and VBS facility
• Requires MODNET (Communications and Information System) Account and will be required to undertake Defence Information Management Passport training which is a mandatory e-learning course.

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

• Flexible and dynamic work environment
• Competitive compensation
• Access to ongoing training and development programs
• Countless opportunities to grow within the company
• Full training and full protective uniform supplied

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer; we welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Working Parents, Sodexo Disability, So together, generations and origins. We have also launched Be Heard which is an employee network designed to bring black colleagues together (virtually) to bring about positive change.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

Interviews will be held on: MONDAY 24 APRIL 2023 in Colchester, Merville Barracks.

• 37 hours per week
• Mon-Thu: 08:00-16:00 / Fri: 08:00-15:30 (Some flexibility)
• £10.67
• Full training provided
• Annual leave April - April 20 days per calendar year which increases with service
• Remote health and wellness support, Such as eyecare and 24hr GP
• On site, personal locker and bicycle storage
• Cycle to work scheme available post probation (3 months)
• Company pension scheme by Legal and General
• Employee assistance program with counselling and life advice support
• Family leave options - Maternal, Paternal and Bereavement
• Training, development, and progression opportunities
• Refer a friend scheme, Refer a friend and receive up to £500
• Online Recognition Scheme and 100's of discounted online/High street retailers (Reward Hub)